Han Zhen asked, "How many siege guns and field artillery are there in the army today?" ”

Liu Qi replied: "All fifty siege guns were delivered, but only thirty-eight field guns. ”

"Thirty-Eight Gates...... It's still too little! ”

Han Zhen sighed slightly.

The low output of field artillery is not only a problem of backward technology, but also raw materials.

Not all iron ore is of good quality.

Not all coal is suitable for iron smelting.

In fact, the quality of domestic coal mines is generally not good, with more moisture and high sulfur content, and the calorific value of such coal is not high when burning.

Most of the good quality coal is distributed in Shanxi.

The coal in Tengxian (Zaozhuang) in Shandong Province is okay, but that's all, a batch of coal often needs to be carefully selected from it before it can be used as a calcined field artillery, so how can the output be high.

At this rate, by this time next year, there will be only 200 doors at most.

Moreover, it is necessary to separate thirty or fifty doors to be installed on the Shenzhou battleship of the naval division.

Liu Qi nodded approvingly, and said in a regretful tone: "It's a little less, if there are a thousand gates, I will be able to lead my troops to Huining Mansion tomorrow!" ”

A thousand doors?

Han Shizhong pursed his lips: "When the summer harvest is completed next year, it would be good to have two hundred doors." ”

Wu Luan, who was on the side, suddenly spoke: "Why are you so sure that the Jin people will go south during the summer harvest next year?" If I am a Jin man, I will gather troops two or three months before the summer harvest, and take Zhao and Song by surprise, and after entering the Central Plains, I will be fed by the enemy. ”

"Makes sense."

Wu Jue first echoed a sentence, and then said: "In fact, whether the Jin people go south or not, grain and grass are only one aspect, and more importantly, Emperor Tianzuo. Many generals and nobles in the Liao State seem to be obedient, but in fact they are ready to move, not to mention the side, just say that Yelu Dashi, which is also a generation of heroes, how can he be willing to be a lackey of the Jinren. Therefore, if Emperor Tianzuo was not caught for a day, the Jin people would not be at ease for a day. ”

"Only after pacifying the country, the Jin people dare to go south boldly with confidence, otherwise the army will fight abroad, the generals and nobles of the Liao State will suddenly riot, and the Jin State will be divided in an instant."

Han Zhen said in a deep voice: "No matter what, we don't have much time, and we only have half a year to fill up." Firearms are just the icing on the cake, and if a soldier can't do it, it's like a child holding a sword. During this time, you will step up your practice. ”

"The last general commands!"

Liu Qi and the others responded in unison.

Han Zhen seemed to think of something, and advised: "By the way, after a while, a group of sailors and soldiers will come to the barracks to learn how to use firearms, and this matter will be handed over to Liu Qi to be responsible." ”

A few days ago, news came from Jimo that the dock was about to be completed, and it could be put into use soon to build Shenzhou.

And the establishment of 6,000 sailors has also been recruited.

Therefore, Han Zhen ordered Kuang Zi to select a new group of artillerymen to come to the barracks to learn how to use field guns and other firearms.

"The last general knows."

Liu Qi was a little reluctant.

……

Fifteen days later.

Construction of the highway began, and at the same time, Kuang Zixin led two hundred artillery men to Yidu County.

"I've seen the county magistrate!"

In the study, Kuang Zixin bowed down to greet him.

"Sit."

Han Zhen greeted and ordered the maid to bring tea.

After Kuang Zixin sat down, he asked, "How is the water master doing?" ”

Kuang Zixin replied truthfully: "County magistrate, the officers and soldiers of the Navy Division have begun to have combat effectiveness, and they are only waiting for the completion of Shenzhou to suppress the bandits." ”

No matter how well a soldier is trained, he must see blood and fight for his life before he can be regarded as a qualified soldier.

Otherwise, it will be a vain showcase.

And the pirates of all sizes on the sea are the best training objects.

Han Zhen looked satisfied, and then asked, "Brigade Commander Li and his party didn't cause you any trouble?" ”

"Not really."

Talking about Li Nanjia, a hint of admiration flashed in Kuang Zixin's eyes: "Brigade Commander Li and his entourage are all fierce and brave, although they didn't know how to fight in the water at the beginning, and some of them didn't even know how to swim in the water, but the drill was extremely hard. By the time the last general set off, Brigadier Li and the others had completely adapted to the days on the ship. ”

"That's good."

Han Zhen bowed his head slightly, and said: "I called you here this time, mainly to learn the use of artillery, and after learning, I can go back and discuss with Huang Nai the method of rebuilding Shenzhou." ”

The Shenzhou built by the Zhao and Song dynasties was mainly for the purpose of envoying to Goryeo, which was naturally extremely luxurious and beautiful.

As a battleship, it must be based on practicality and abandon useless things.

The most important thing is the installation of artillery.

How to put it and where to put it are all particular.

Han Zhen didn't understand these either, so he could only hand them over to Kuang Zixin and Huang Nai to ponder.

"The last will understand."

Kuang Zixin nodded solemnly.

After asking about the sailor again, Han Zhen chuckled and said, "I've been tired all the way, I guess I'm tired, I think I'm tired, take a good rest today, and go to the barracks tomorrow." ”

"Thank you, county magistrate."

Kuang Zixin thanked him, and then asked, "The last general wants to visit his mother and fourth sister, I don't know where they live now?" ”

Hearing this, Han Zhen's expression was a little strange, and he ordered: "Lao Jiu, take your eldest brother home!" ”

Uncle?

Kuang Zixin was stunned for a moment, looked at Lao Jiu in surprise, and said sneeringly: "I ...... The fourth sister of my family got married? ”

"Also...... Not yet. ”

Old Nine blushed and explained.

After returning from Jimo, Han Zhen handed over the Kuang family's mother and daughter to Lao Jiu to take care of, and allocated a sum of money to buy a house and daily use.

As a result, this guy was good, and they were directly settled in their own homes, which was called saving money for the county magistrate.

This made Han Zhen call him a good guy.

Kuang Zixin didn't understand what was going on, but he didn't say anything, got up and walked out of the study with Lao Jiu.

The two of them went all the way out of Shaoyang Palace, and Kuang Zixin asked, "Didn't my mother and the fourth sister cause trouble to Dutong?" ”

"Nope."

Lao Jiu waved his hand.

Kuang Zixin smiled: "That's good." ”

Lao Jiu's mansion was rewarded to him by Han Zhen last year, after all, as a personal guard, he can't still live in the barracks, and it is inconvenient to go up and down.

The courtyard is in the inner city, and the courtyard with two entrances is not particularly large, but it is elegant.

Walking on the streets, Kuang Zixin was amazed: "It is worthy of being a county town, and it is several times more prosperous than Jimo." ”

Lao Jiu replied: "The county magistrate said that in a few years, Jimo may be better than Yidu." ”

In fact, in terms of prosperity alone, Licheng is no worse than Yidu.

As he was talking, Lao Jiu suddenly paused.

Kuang Zixin was curious: "What's wrong?" ”

"I'm going to buy something."

Lao Jiu said and walked into a shop on the side of the street, and soon came out with a bag in his hand.

The bag is an object of Song fashion food, and the so-called wine bag and rice bag are derived from this thing.

"Let's go."

Lao Jiu greeted and continued to lead the way in front.

About a quarter of an hour later, the two came to a house.

Pushing the door and walking in, I heard Kuang Siniang's happy voice sound: "Why is Brother Jiu so early today?" Ah, I also bought Qiong Yuju's pastries, Brother Jiu, you are so good. ”

As he spoke, he stepped forward to take the pastry, and his movements and demeanor were particularly intimate.

At this moment, Kuang Siniang found Kuang Zixin in the rear, his movements were sluggish, a trace of shyness flashed in his eyes, and he called weakly: "Second brother." ”

Seeing the little daughter of his fourth sister, Kuang Zixin suddenly understood in his heart that these two people were interested in Lang You's concubines.

To be honest, in his opinion, if the fourth sister marries into Lao Jiu, it is naturally excellent.

He is the commander of the army, and he is also the personal guard of the county magistrate of Han, the henchman of the henchman, and the future is limitless.

On the contrary, his family has climbed high.

"The little second son is here?"

As if hearing the movement, Kuang Mu hurriedly walked out of the house.

"Auntie."

Kuang Zixin called out and said with concern: "A-Niang is still used to living in the county town?" ”

Kuang's mother said: "I am used to living, eating well, and sleeping well, but I am a little idle and panicked." ”

Hearing this, Kuang Zixin chuckled and said, "A-Niang has worked hard for so many years, and it is time to rest and enjoy the blessings." ”

"I'm tired along the way, A-Niang is going to cook."

Kuang Mu said, and walked to the kitchen excitedly.

Without waiting for Lao Jiu to speak, Kuang Siniang on the side took the initiative to help explain: "Earlier, there was a cook in the family, but A-Niang felt that it was too idle, so she dismissed the cook and bought vegetables to cook by herself. Brother Jiu persuaded him several times, but A-Niang just didn't listen. ”

Kuang Zixin couldn't help but quip: "It is said that the daughter who marries out spills the water." The fourth sister hasn't gotten married yet, and her elbow turned out? ”

"Second brother, ignore you!"

Kuang Siniang glanced at him with disgust, and ran to the kitchen with a shy face.

The two came to the hall and sat down, and the little maid brought two cups of hot tea.

Kuang Zixin took a sip of hot tea and said, "The fourth sister of my family is a little wild, and I hope to bear with me in the future." ”

That's what a statement.

Lao Jiu didn't really understand the world, and he heard the meaning of his words, so he smiled and said: "The family is not called the capital, it seems to be a life, and I am called Brother Jiu." ”

Kuang Zixin asked, "When does the elder brother plan to marry the fourth sister?" ”

Lao Jiu smiled: "Then we have to wait until you get married." ”

In ancient times, we paid attention to the orderliness of the elder and young, and the elder brothers and sisters did not have a family, so how could there be a reason for the younger brothers and sisters to marry first.

Is there an example of my sister not marrying and my sister marrying first?

Yes!

But rarely, and often after the sister marries first, it is difficult for the sister to marry.

(End of chapter)