Feng Quji looked appreciative: "Your Highness has thought carefully, and now there is no problem at all."
At this time, Feng Quji admired Li Changfeng even more.
The ability to create and invent like a divine aid.
Have a broad mind of family, country and world.
The military command ability to strategize and defeat the enemy.
Strong personal strength.
There is also a governing mind that is good at flexibility and knows how to distribute benefits.
No matter how you look at it, he is a rare all-rounder in this world.
This is the future of Daqian.
Li Changfeng smiled and said: "My prince plans to establish the Ministry of Railways, and I will ask the Prime Minister to take up the post at that time. I haven't thought about the specific positions yet, but I have to mention one thing. The salary of the Ministry of Railways is calculated separately. As for the Prime Minister, you The status will definitely not be shabby, we will discuss it in detail after it is established."
Feng Quji's smile became even brighter. This was clearly conveying benefits to him, and he did not refuse pretentiously. He nodded and said, "That's very good."
However, he understands that his role is actually more of a deterrent to show his attitude to the world, not to allow him to actually participate in specific matters of the Ministry of Railways.
After Feng Quji finished speaking, he added with a smile: "I am too old to compare with young people like you, so I will just have a casual job."
Li Changfeng secretly sighed that he was truly the leader of hundreds of officials and could clearly understand his thoughts.
Li Changfeng cupped his hands and said, "Thank you, old prime minister."
Feng Quji shook his head: "It is my duty as a lower official to thank you on behalf of the world. Anyone who dares to hold back on such matters concerning the national economy and people's livelihood is a sinner of history!"
"That's very good. I'll take my leave now, Prince."
"A banquet is being prepared at home, why not stay and have a drink?"
"No, this prince has to go to the old general Ye Qingcang's house to pay a visit."
"Go, go! If that's the case, I won't ask you to stay."
Feng Quji sent Li Changfeng outside the mansion, looked at Li Changfeng's carriage and sighed in a low voice: "His Royal Highness the Ninth Prince, you are truly a blessing to me!"
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Li Changfeng ran non-stop and rushed all the way to Ye Qingcang's mansion. His servants came forward to report their intention. After a while, Ye Qingcang, wearing a short shirt and sweating profusely, walked out quickly to greet him.
Judging from this outfit, it was obvious that he was practicing martial arts just now.
"Haha, rare visitor, rare visitor! Come on, please come inside, please come inside!"
Ye Qingcang laughed heartily and walked to Li Changfeng to pay homage but was stopped by Li Changfeng.
"Okay, General Ye, I can't bear your gift. Let's go inside and talk." Li Changfeng was really annoyed by this kind of red tape.
"Your Highness has suffered three defeats and is satisfied with the army. He has made great achievements in battle. How can he not bear it?" Ye Qingcang laughed loudly and led the way.
After entering the house, hot tea was served.
Li Changfeng, as always, was no nonsense. He first introduced the characteristics of the steam train to Ye Qingcang, and then introduced his blueprint in detail.
Ye Qingcang was also very excited after hearing this.
"Okay! Okay! Daqian has a vast territory, and the defenders from all over the country have been stationed in one place for a long time. What are you most afraid of? The self-respect of the troops! With the train, it is different. The efficiency of defense deployment and rotation is greatly improved, and the speed of message transmission is also greatly improved. Improve, so that many dangers can be nipped in the bud!"
"Also, efficient deployment of troops will maximize the effectiveness of the troops stationed in various places, and can quickly and timely support the places where wars occur. This time difference can sometimes directly determine the outcome of a war!"
Li Changfeng was very satisfied with Ye Qingcang's attitude.
If he can think like this, the rest of the matter will be fine.
Li Changfeng cupped his hands and said solemnly: "Old General, this prince is not just here to explain the significance of the railway plan to you, but mainly to ask for your assistance in this matter."
Ye Qingcang wondered: "I can only lead troops to fight, how can I help?"
"The railway plan involves a very wide range. There may be troubles when troops are stationed in various places. Their understanding and support are needed. It is impossible for the prince to do everything personally. You are highly respected in the army. Many of the garrison troops stationed there were once your subordinates... "
At this point, Ye Qingcang already understood what Li Changfeng meant.
He interrupted directly and said with a solemn look: "Your Highness, don't worry, among the proud soldiers and heroes from all over the country, who dares to act arrogantly? Old Ye Qingcang will be the first to spare them, so just go ahead and do it!"
"Then thank you, General Ye."
"His Royal Highness the Ninth Prince has served the country, the people, and the army, so why do you need to express your gratitude?"
Since Ye Qingcang agreed, Li Changfeng started to talk about the distribution of interests. He didn't expect the army to impose many orders and prohibitions. Binding them together with interests was the strongest and most secure thing.
"The railway line is too long. It is unrealistic to build a protective wall with today's financial resources. Even if it is built, it will be easily destroyed. Therefore, I want to establish an independent law enforcement agency that is only responsible for protecting the railway along the line and arresting those who do damage." The thieves. The manpower will naturally be drawn from the garrison in various places. I don’t care about the specific people drawn. As for the salary, you can rest assured."
Li Changfeng attaches great importance to the protection of railways along the line.
It is conceivable that in this world of agricultural civilization, once unruly people along the line see the unguarded railway tracks and anti-corrosion wood, they will definitely have their own thoughts.
If this is not properly protected, it will have terrible consequences.
There are no cranes in this world. Once a train derails, it is basically useless.
This law enforcement agency, Li Changfeng is also based on the railway law enforcement agency in his previous life.
Hearing what Li Changfeng said, Ye Qingcang understood what he meant.
The railway line is so long that it requires a lot of manpower.
Drawing troops from garrisons in various places is equivalent to putting the cake of profit on the cake. The generals in various places have money to take, who will cause trouble?
"Your Highness has thought carefully." Ye Qingcang said with a smile.
"It's not enough if it's not thorough. The railway line is too long. If it can't be maintained well, wouldn't it be built in vain?" Li Changfeng sighed, and then said, "After the Ministry of Railways was officially established, a veteran general was asked to lead this department."
"Your Highness, you don't have to be like this. I don't need that. Your Majesty's rewards over the years are enough for me to live freely and happily!" Ye Qingcang waved his hand and refused loudly.
Li Changfeng secretly lamented that Ye Qingcang was so noble and honest, no wonder he was so respected and trusted by Emperor Qianwu.
However, this position really has to be filled by him.
With his prestige in the military and his old departments all over the country, he can efficiently get this department up and running.
Li Changfeng said seriously: "Old General, it has nothing to do with profit, it is mainly to protect the railway. You don't want the railway you built to be destroyed, right?"
After Ye Qingcang thought for a moment, he nodded: "Okay, I will let your highness do what you want!"
"That's good. I'll go to the Ministry of War to get some fresh air after I'm done. In the end, you, the old general, will be responsible for this matter."
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Next, Li Changfeng explained the functions and responsibilities of this department to Ye Qingcang in detail, emphasizing that they were only responsible for protecting the railways along the line and did not need to participate in railway maintenance, especially railway operating activities.
Li Changfeng must clearly delineate the boundaries of each department from the beginning to avoid constant internal conflicts for profit in the future.