Zhang Yin and Chen Shiyi led the team back to Beijing in the evening, and Zhang Yanling stayed. Xu Youtang was naturally very happy. She said she wanted Zhang Yanling to go back, and it was okay for her to stay alone, but in her heart she still hoped that Zhang Yanling would stay with her.
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That night, the blacksmith workshop was busy and lively, and the clanging sound of hammering did not stop until the third watch. That was because the old blacksmith and others felt sorry to see Mr. Marquis and Miss Xu accompanying them all the time, so they took the initiative to stop there.
The forging process went relatively smoothly at night. Although the manufacturing of parts was a bit troublesome, several experienced blacksmiths did have some skills. Originally, Zhang Yanling thought that it would be difficult to make some parts without mold casting, but they actually managed to do it with a small handle.
The hammer just smashed out the shape, which is really amazing.
It was also the first time that Zhang Yanling directly saw the manufacturing process of musket parts. For example, the manufacturing process of gun barrels. Zhang Yanling had some doubts before, how to make a barrel with a smooth inner wall and a round inner diameter. If in later generations, there would naturally be many ways. But in
I'm afraid it won't be easy here.
As a result, when the old blacksmith made it himself, Zhang Yanling discovered that it turned out to be just beating the red-hot steel into a long strip, and then wrapping it around a smooth round cast iron core and beating it into a cylinder. After countless hammerings, the interface
The parts are smooth and flat and fit together, and a barrel with a smooth inner wall is made. All that is needed is some further polishing of the appearance and inner barrel.
It turns out that some things are difficult to think of. In fact, even in an era of underdeveloped science and technology, there are still many alternatives. The wisdom of working people is really not limited.
In the entire manufacturing process, what is often difficult is not that it takes time to create the parts. It is precisely trying to let the craftsmen know the style, size and interconnection installation effect of the parts that is most important. Once they understand these
, on the contrary, you don’t need too much guidance when making it, and you will naturally make it according to the requirements.
The final effect of the parts is even more exquisite than that of mold casting and forging. When the ironware shows faint patterns after being struck by the hammer head, it seems to be a decorative pattern.
Of course, Zhang Yanling and Xu Youtang also understand that not all parts require such fine manufacturing. In fact, it is much more efficient to polish many parts after casting them in molds. Only parts in key parts need to be made by hand. For example,
At present, it seems that hand-made barrels are much better. Moreover, the caliber, length and thickness can be adjusted at any time. This is extremely convenient for a series of subsequent experiments.
After the third watch, everyone finally dispersed to rest. Zhang Yanling and Xu Youtang were not sleepy. They held arms and walked slowly along the mountain road of Panling, talking about the process of making firearms and discussing their own experiences.
Unknowingly, they reached the slope above the reservoir. The two found a place to sit down. Zhang Yanling held Xu Youtang in his arms, and the two quietly admired the night view below.
Under the moonlight, the sparkling waves on the reservoir are very beautiful. The autumn night breeze is cool and comfortable, and everything seems extraordinarily quiet and quiet.
"It's so beautiful. The nights here are so beautiful. I really want to live here forever. Apart from anything else, it makes me happy to see such beautiful scenery under the moon every day." Xu Youtang praised.
Zhang Yanling smiled and said: "You like it here, don't you? Otherwise, I will build you a small building here, right next to the reservoir down below. Build a small building and surround it with a small yard, so that you can live here in your free time."
You can plant your favorite flowers, plants and trees around. Don't you like small animals? You can also raise a lamb, a rabbit or something."
"Ah, is it true?" Xu Youtang said happily.
Zhang Yanling lowered his head, kissed her, and said with a smile: "What's so difficult about this? Originally, there were no other facilities in this area. Because it is above the reservoir, it is not suitable to make too many changes. However, it is still possible to build a small garden building on the hillside.
back ridge surface
The water faces south, which is a good place. With this reservoir, the scenery is also very beautiful. Tomorrow I will ask Ma Quan to send people to level the ground and prepare to start construction. How about calling it Youtang Villa? Name it after you.
, your own private courtyard."
Xu Youtang looked up at Zhang Yanling and smiled, saying coquettishly: "Brother is so kind to me, I'm really flattered. What good thing did I do in my previous life to meet you?"
Zhang Yanling smiled and said: "You saved the Milky Way in your previous life."
"What?" Xu Youtang said in shock.
"I mean, I should be nice to you. When I marry you, you will be my wife. Unless you want the moon in the sky, I can't pick it off. Otherwise, I will naturally want whatever you want.
I can do it for you." Zhang Yanling smiled.
Xu Youtang happily hugged Zhang Yanling, put her arms around Zhang Yanling's neck, and whispered against his face: "I am so happy. Everything is so beautiful. I am really afraid that this is a dream. It always feels unreal."
Zhang Yanling chuckled and said: "I can only say that this is a sweet dream, but it is a sweet dream that has come true. Tang'er, don't think too much."
Xu Youtang nodded, hugging Zhang Yanling's neck tightly and not letting go, leaning forward. Zhang Yanling was a little moved by her, and when he was about to do something, Xu Youtang suddenly said: "Oh, it can't be done. You are doing this to me,
Sister Xiu'er, Sister Ruqing, won't they blame you? Oh, this small building cannot be built. The Youtang Villa cannot be built. I don't want them to be unhappy. I haven't married you yet, and I don't want to
Make them unhappy."
Zhang Yanling kissed her and said with a smile: "Why are you worrying about gains and losses? The other courtyard must be built. You will be the head of this place from now on, and you will come and go frequently. How come you don't even have a place to live? How can you squeeze in with the craftsmen?"
In your house? You have to have a place to stay. In the future, when your family members come and go often, you will also have a place to stay, right? It’s not just for you."
Xu Youtang nodded and said: "That's true. I don't want to live in a house on the mountain. There are too many people, all craftsmen, and it's not convenient. If that's the case, I really need a place to live."
Zhang Yanling nodded and said: "In the next two days, I will design several houses. You can choose the one you like. We will start construction. You don't need to think too much about the rest. I will explain everything about you and me clearly with A Xiu Ruqing. I believe it."
They will also be happy. I will find time to talk to your father. Don't worry. In short, you are already my Zhang Yanling's woman, and no one can stop me."
Xu Youtang was so shy that she felt at ease. In fact, these things were what she was most worried about. The development between her and Zhang Yanling was too fast. Although she had a lot of wishes in her heart, she had to consider the reality of the situation.
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When things got to this point, all those annoying worries came to mind. How could a seventeen-year-old girl calmly face the impact of these things? Zhang Yanling's words calmed her down. She didn't need to think too much, just
All she needed to do was hide under Zhang Yanling's wings. Zhang Yanling would take care of the rest. She believed in this.
Xu Youtang didn't want to go back to her residence on the top of the mountain to rest, otherwise she would have to be separated from Zhang Yanling. But she was indeed sleepy, and she was tired of being in Zhang Yanling's arms and refused to come down. Zhang Yanling was also helpless, so he had to hold her and sit on the hillside.
Smelling the fragrance of her body, feeling the warm and fragrant soft jade, my heart was ready to move. But I didn't want to destroy the beauty in front of me, and I didn't want to torment this little girl anymore. After all, it would be too much for me to torture her for the first time.
inhuman.
Xu Youtang soon fell asleep in Zhang Yanling's arms. Zhang Yanling held her motionless and sat quietly, watching the moon set in the west and the sun rise in the east amidst the chirping of autumn insects.
The next morning, after the unremitting efforts of the old blacksmith, Wang Dajiao and other blacksmiths, a set of gun parts was finally completed. Although many places still need to be polished, it is just to test the endurance of the barrel and chamber, so it does not require too much
Too precise. Xu Youtang quickly assembled the parts, and a long-tubed bird gun was assembled into shape.
Zhang Yanling carried gunpowder with him and conducted a firing test. The test process was very careful. Zhang Yanling even blocked an iron plate in front of his face and fired blindly, fearing that the gun would explode.
The roar resounded through the wilderness, and the blunderbuss was successfully fired. After firing more than a dozen shots in succession, the gun barrel was inspected and found no abnormality. At this point, Zhang Yanling finally determined that the smelting of fine steel was successful. This is certainly something worth celebrating, and it is a fact.
This is the key point in the entire firearms manufacturing plan. Without good materials, it would be impossible to proceed.
The success of fine steel smelting also means that Zhang Yanling's firearms plan is no longer a failure. This is of milestone significance.
There are still many things to do next. With the success of smelting, many other things can be promoted. The further construction and standardization of the smelting workshop, the manufacturing of molds, the standardized operation of the blacksmith workshop, etc. Next, there will be paper-wrapped ammunition.
Manufacturing, procurement of gunpowder, and further improvement research and development, etc.
A breakthrough at one point means that the entire affairs can be advanced. What follows will become even busier and more chaotic.
Before Zhang Yanling left, he convened a meeting with key personnel because it was necessary to clarify the progress and responsibilities, and to carry out the messy things in an orderly manner.
At the meeting, Zhang Yanling officially announced that the Yegouling Arsenal was officially established. Xu Youtang served as the general manager of the arsenal and oversaw the operation of all workshops. At the same time, Ma Quan was appointed as deputy manager, responsible for the management of logistics and material personnel. Assist Xu Youtang in the entire arsenal.
management.
The smelting workshop, blacksmith workshop, hand assembly workshop, civil engineering workshop, gunpowder workshop, etc. under the arsenal have temporarily set up eight workshops, each with designated responsible personnel. At the same time, it was announced that Zhao Yuancheng and thirty Jinyi Guards were officially stationed as guards. Zhang Yanling
It was ordered that rules and regulations for each workshop, rewards and punishments for personnel, and other details will be formulated soon for everyone to discuss. All personnel must be formally registered and accept formal management, etc.
All the participants realized that the Dingouling Factory was about to enter a new model that they had never experienced before.