"Teacher, this disciple is not a master craftsman. Master Mo is the real master craftsman. I hope you will treat him better." Qingyang Zi explained quickly.
"Haha, you are a master craftsman in my eyes. You did all the things that were placed on my head. I don't need those false reputations. You should get your honor back." Ding Kui did not accept the explanation.
"Please spare my disciples. Who in the world doesn't know that you are the one who invented the magic tools for civilian use?"
The founder is not necessarily the most capable, but he is certainly the most imaginative. Many master craftsmen lack not only skills but imagination.
Today, Ding Kui went to inspect the construction site of the Hot Spring Paradise, and by the way, he told Qingyang Zi about the ink tools. Qing Yangzi was familiar with all the master craftsmen in Shenyuan Continent, and he could immediately tell the origin of the ink tools.
"There is nothing else on the construction site that you need to keep an eye on, so just follow me back to the county town. The ink tools will be delivered to you in a few days. If possible, you can persuade him to submit to me."
The most important project on the construction site is the Huadao sled. Qingyang Zi has drawn all the drawings and explained the process clearly to the construction team. The construction team can do the rest of the work well.
Juyang City has a Construction Bureau, which has a construction team. The Construction Bureau is responsible for the projects in Ding Mansion, and the quality of the projects is guaranteed.
"We are really escorting Master Mo as a prisoner! Teacher, this, this, is very inappropriate." Qingyang Zi couldn't speak when he was anxious.
"Don't worry, I know what you are thinking, but there is nothing you can do about it. Master Mo is not an ordinary person. He teamed up with Lord Binlai to defeat Mo Jun. Although he didn't hurt any of us, he still caused public outrage. I want to treat him well."
No.
I specifically ordered Mo Jun not to hurt Master Mo. He will suffer a little but will not be hurt. I will treat him well when he gets to the county seat." Ding Kui can't give preferential treatment to Mo Gu now. The infantry regiment and the Qiangnu regiment look at it.
I definitely feel uncomfortable.
"Hey, the imperial court treats the Mo family well. Master Mo naturally regards you as an enemy. In the final analysis, it is for profit. As long as you have some benefits, he should consider working for you." Qingyang Zi saw it clearly.
"Well, what do you think of giving him a title? No matter how many benefits the puppet court gives the Mo family, they can't give him a title, but I can!"
With a plop, Qingyang Zi knelt down in front of Ding Kui, "Only the teacher in the world is kindest to the craftsmen! I thank you on behalf of all the craftsmen in the world!" After saying this, he kowtowed.
It would be false to say that he didn't envy Mo Ju, but he knew Ding Kui, and if he really ennobled the Mo family, then the Qingyang family would definitely have a chance.
It is impossible for craftsmen to become nobles in foreign countries. It can be said that Ding Kui is the best lord in the world for craftsmen. Only the court led by him will treat craftsmen well.
"Hey, get up." Ding Kui immediately picked up his cheap apprentice, "The craftsmen who build the country are the same as the literati and soldiers. Why can't they become nobles? As long as their contribution is large enough, everyone deserves everyone's respect."
These shocking words frightened the people around him.
Since ancient times, craftsmen and merchants have not been favored by the Senate. The Senate believes that they serve the nobility, rather than being people who can become nobility.
Long Yan quickly reminded: "Master, should we discuss this matter with Jiang Guogong? We can do whatever we want in our own territory, but after all, it is a major matter of ennoblement."
She was specially called by Ding Kui to see the gift for his son, which would also be a place for Jingjing to play in the future.
"Discussions are meant to be discussed. They are just trying to come up with a decent way of saying things. We have to implement the matter in the end. Do you think Qingyang Zi is not worthy of the respect of others?" Ding Kui decided to promote the knighthood of craftsmen.
"Well, madam, I am thinking about you. A disciple is nothing in front of the elder. It is a blessing that the elder can take a fancy to his disciple's skills." Qingyang Zi felt a little guilty.
The relationship between the Qingyang family and the Jiang family is quite good, otherwise Qingyang Mu would not forge swords for the Jiang family. However, this relationship is similar to that of master and servant, and Qingyang Zi has awe for Jiang Li.
"You are all bound by corrupt ideas. No wonder the industry in this world is still so backward. Alas, there is still a long way to go." Ding Kui said something that made everyone confused.
It is true that no one can understand Ding Kui. The word "industry" is too advanced. The world of Shenyuan is in the agricultural era, but magic civilization is more advanced. Magic has replaced industrial technology. It is more difficult for industrial civilization to develop.
"Report, Commander Zhong was defeated in Taihe City and lost thousands of troops. Now he has returned to Xinfeng City to rest and recuperate."
Before Ding Kui left Gongzhuling, Tan Ma delivered bad news.
"What?" Ding Kui was shocked and angry, "What kind of place is Shibu County? Why did the Red Army protecting the country lose again and again? Xiaoyan, I'll leave this to you. I'll go back to the county first."
He immediately ordered his entourage to prepare horses, took Qingyang Mu and hurried back to Nanqiu County.
The information about the expedition is very simple, but Zhong Wei will definitely send detailed battle reports back to the military command branch.
Mo Jun had a bad start and suffered his first defeat in Binlai City. The troops led by Zhong Wei in the middle were better at first and successfully captured the first city, Xinfeng City. However, he did not expect to encounter trouble when attacking the second city.
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"Shou Lei of Shibu County gathered the city defense troops from ten cities and formed the 'Shibu Division'. It was this Shibu Division that attacked Commander Zhong's military camp at night, leading to the defeat of the Central Army." Fei Ze was there.
The military command branch is waiting for Ding Kui to return.
Ding Kui asked without opening the military newspaper: "Zhong Weinai is an old man in the army and has rich battlefield experience. How could he be defeated by a night attack? Isn't Kong Ren also in the camp?"
"The bell is for the lower camp near the river."
"So what? Use the river as a barrier. If necessary, you can use water to make fire. There is nothing wrong with military regulations." Ding Kui simply threw the general's report on the table.
"The enemy was lying in ambush in the water. Zhong Wei did not expect that someone could lurk in such cold river water for so long, so he neglected the defenses along the river, which led to the successful night attack by the enemy." Fei Ze had read the military newspaper well.
"This," Ding Kui was stunned, "how long have the enemy troops been lurking in the water?"
"According to post-war analysis, the enemy troops lurked for the rest of the day and the rest of the night."
Now Ding Kui understood. Even he could not imagine that any troops could lurk for so long. The river water in this kind of weather was still mixed with ice cubes. The water temperature was close to zero. Even if there was no lack of oxygen, it would be difficult to carry the troops in such cold water for so long.
, few people can bear it.
He asked again: "What specialties does Taihe City have?"
"You got the point right. Taihe City is rich in otter skins, and almost all of Nanzhao Prefecture's water is supplied by Taihe City." Fei Ze's prepared explanation was of no use.
With Ding Kui's wisdom, it is not difficult to understand where Zhong Wei failed.
Ding Kui blamed himself: "I was reckless! Hey, so you can't underestimate the craftsmen!
A small otter skin can influence a war, but Mo Jun was helpless when faced with a bamboo shack in Binlai City.
How can one become a general without knowledge of astronomy and geography? The Red Army protecting the country does not yet have the ability to go on an expedition alone."
"In fact, Lei Jiu had a very deep plan. Before our army arrived, he applied otter oil to the wooden planks and dried it in the sun. He deliberately placed it in a conspicuous place for our army to take. During the night attack, he deliberately used fire to attack us.
The army was unable to extinguish the fire. Most of our soldiers were injured in the fire." Fei Ze analyzed the enemy's tactics.
"Lei Jiu, you are forcing me to kill you!" Ding Kui was heartbroken.
More than a thousand soldiers were killed and injured. This was the worst defeat the Red Army had suffered since its formation. Although Zhong Wei led not the most elite group of people, it was enough to severely weaken the Red Army's vitality, which would take at least half a year to make up for.
The loss last time.
"Where is Chief of Staff Jiang? No! I'll go to Shibu County in person." Ding Kui originally wanted Jiang Zhi to replace Zhong Wei, but after thinking about it he decided to take action himself.
Fei Ze immediately advised: "Please think again, my lord! I think we should give Commander Zhong a chance to make meritorious service, which can also reduce the guilt of Chief of Staff Kong."
"It's not that I don't want to give a chance, human lives are at stake! If they lose again, how many people will die? I can't stand such a torment." Ding Kui was worried.
"To be disrespectful, when you decided to send them on the expedition, you should bear the risk at this time. The master should not repeat it as he pleases." Fei Ze had to emphasize his words.
You, Ding Kui, insisted on sending them there in the first place and then replaced them just after the battle was defeated. This was irresponsible to them and to yourself.
This is what it means, but Fei just put it in another way.
Ding Kui's face froze, and he realized the problem, "But I only have so little wealth, and I'm afraid they will squander it all." His attitude softened.
"Your family is the result of your hard work. Their squandering is your squandering. This is your responsibility. You must be able to afford it and let it go.
If you are really worried, you can go incognito." Fei Ze proposed a compromise.
Taste the bitter wine you brewed by yourself. Fei Ze did not persuade Ding Kui from the strategic level, but from the level of being the master of the country.
Defeating a battle will certainly require death, but in order to maintain the majesty of the ruler, sometimes sacrifices must be made.
"Is there no other way? How about you bring an army to reinforce?" Ding Kui found that there were not many military staff available at the critical moment.
"You don't have to worry so much. You have to believe in the abilities of Zhong Wei and Kong Ren. Didn't you say that every step of the way makes you wiser? With the lessons of Taihe City, they will pay attention next time." Fei Ze insisted.
People go to Shibu County.
Victory and defeat are common matters for military strategists. It is a taboo for a leader to deny his generals because of a defeat. Fei Ze will never allow Ding Kui to make such a mistake. Even if Zhong Wei may be defeated again, it will have to wait until Zhong Wei is defeated again.
Just replace it.
Ding Kui understood this truth, but he couldn't bear the thought of sacrificing more soldiers. Later, he was criticized by Shao Dian Luan for being a petty person.
Fei Ze did not dare to comment on his lord like this, but just said: "There must be sacrifices in war. When Zhong Wei and others grow up, they will only sacrifice a few people as a division commander; but if the lord grows up, then it will cost a million soldiers less sacrifices. You choose the former
Or the latter?"
"Hey!" Ding Kui sighed again, "Being a master is difficult!"
"I have another way, I wonder if it is feasible?"
"Tell me and listen." Ding Kui immediately became energetic.
"You can invite Uncle Ding Yu to sit in Zhong Wei's army. I think there is nothing in Shibu County that Uncle Ding Yu can't deal with."