Now that you have the money, it’s time to get to work.
The problem comes again, there is a shortage of people, a shortage of people to do this kind of work.
Zhao Xi didn't use the name of the imperial court, he just didn't think about levying civil service in the winter. This itself is a very nonsense system.
His original intention was to convert part of the Xiang army, or the Forbidden Army, directly into civilian status, and then engage in track construction, track maintenance and track guarding.
This can also solve the current situation of redundant troops in the country and the court in disguise, and also provide the court with a way to solve the problem.
Don't always think about destroying people's jobs, think about how to change their jobs.
So, in the end, this matter was brought to court... This was the most troublesome thing.
Zhao Xi's noise is really annoying, especially the noise of a group of people who quote the classics and are upright but hide their dirty intentions.
Therefore, he was prepared to conduct a small-scale test.
How many times he hesitated to speak, not only Zhao Xi, but also all the gentlemen.
The husband-in-law can't guess what Zhao Xi wants to say, but Zhao Xi knows what the husband-in-law wants to say. Maybe this will become a deal again.
Zhao Xi felt that it was abnormal, but in the current situation, this method seemed to be the only suitable one.
The weapons inspection was almost completed, but the court had not yet mentioned the production of gunpowder ammunition, armor, and military sleeping bags.
Because the court has no money.
But now... I guess the princes are going to talk about the carriage, and then the court will have money. This makes Zhao Xi very disgusted.
Maybe that's not what you think, but none of you can exist independently... except for people like Di Qing.
Every husband-in-law must be surrounded by officials who have their own position. Perhaps it is the demands of the officials.
From the slightly apologetic look on his face every time they met, Zhao Xi felt that there was a reason for this. Of course, this was also the appeal of the husband-in-law.
It was the end of another meeting, and there might be other things to do, but the ministers agreed on the matter very quickly, which was very satisfying.
Next...the next step should be for the princes to return to the mansion, while Zhao Zhen and his son handle the memorial.
But the husbands did not leave.
"Xi'er, there is a report in court regarding the carriage, and I think it should be discussed."
Alas! Dad, why is this happening? Didn’t you agree not to mention it first?
Can we not mention it first? Zhao Zhen can't be cruel and doesn't want to offend others, so he just wants to be nice and gentle.
Besides, he didn't want any gap between his son and his husband.
Is there any estrangement? Now we just stare at each other and can't fight. We are just fighting for the initiative.
"Dad, gentlemen, it should be said that the construction of the carriage will be under the supervision of the general. As for this carriage... it is actually an early sample of a track carriage. No money or food from the court was used."
The matter may end up being a compromise, and Zhao Xi doesn't want it to go so easily.
"Can I teach craftsmanship to a general as a supervisor?"
It's so shameless. Wen Yanbo and Ding You, the man who matched Fu Bi, are actually even more shameless than Wen Yanbo.
The key point is that Wen Yanbo's shamelessness was for national affairs. He said this purely for enjoyment and he really dared to say it.
Song Itch, Zhao Xi remembered this name, it seemed that he was really itchy and needed a beating.
"The craftsmanship of the carriage is top secret and involves the production of many new weapons such as armor and firearms. It should not be leaked."
Fu Bi was aware of these situations, so he looked at Zhao Xi sheepishly and didn't care that Zhao Xi didn't address him before speaking.
"Your Highness, since the carriage is a sample track carriage, it can be regarded as goods. The imperial court can customize the carriage in the form of a purchase. In this way, Your Highness can also alleviate the dilemma of money and food for track construction."
After Zeng Gongliang said this, no one thought anything was wrong, except Di Qing, who twitched his mouth. He seemed to be holding back what he wanted to say, but he didn't dare to speak.
This is the difference between civil and military affairs.
Zhao Xi looked at Di Qing and shook his head gently. They must not talk too much at this time, otherwise they would get angry. It's just that Zhao Xi kept using the name of a merchant, so they couldn't say anything.
Then, Zhao Xi went to see Fu Bi. He didn't say a word, but looked apologetic.
Fu Bi once told him: There is no rush. Now that we are in this situation, isn't it still time?
"Your Highness, it is winter and there is no farming. The people are busy doing their own business, but the construction of the track will not affect it."
"Although track construction is a matter for merchants, it is also related to the water transportation of the country and the dynasty. If possible, the court can levy civilian labor."
Is this considered a bargaining chip? To trade the imperial labor system for the enjoyment of officials?
Although it's really impossible to tell whether the track matter is public or private, but bringing it up at this stage... can be regarded as Fu Bi's sincerity.
It definitely feels uncomfortable to be coerced by a large group of people.
State affairs are a matter of course, and this is the real reason for the discord.
"Dad, gentlemen, Xi actually has some ideas about track construction, and intends to transfer some of the Xiang troops, or the Forbidden Army, to civilian status to engage in track construction."
"The track from Jingchu to Bianliang is the first one. Once the rail capacity becomes available, there is the possibility of large-scale construction of the track. This is because the track has the same advantages as shipping for the transportation of goods, merchants and soldiers.
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Zhao Zhen finally breathed a sigh of relief when he saw his son changing the topic to this matter.
How should I put it? My husband and Xi'er each have their own demands, and it's not appropriate to keep being tense like this. Let's just talk about it and make do with each other and make things work.
Whether the track will continue to be built in the country and whether there is any transport capacity should not have crossed the minds of a few people. The only ones they listened to were the conditions set by His Highness the Crown Prince.
Aren't they just soldiers? Just turn around!
This is the carriage...
"This can be done!"
Fu Bi was really afraid that someone would talk too much and say something that would offend His Highness the Crown Prince. The Crown Prince was not an official, and he had not yet inherited the throne. The key was that he still had the name of a merchant.
Everyone is mutual. When Fu Bi said this, it was equivalent to a compromise, or the court directly accepted Zhao Xi's conditions. Therefore, Zhao Xi had to express his feelings.
"This chariot is not damaged by a knife, is not damaged by fire, and is not corroded by water. It is used as a chariot in battles. Therefore, it can also be used as a weapon."
"It is reasonable for the imperial court to customize carriages for the safety of its ministers. However, Xi believes that the imperial court should have detailed rules, which should be different for ministers of different grades."
"In addition, Xi needs to explain that due to the exquisite craftsmanship of the carriage, even if it is customized by the court, I am afraid that it will not be possible to build too many in the short term. I hope you can forgive me."
Does this count as everyone taking a step back? Forget it. Although His Royal Highness is still holding on to the idea, at least there is hope.
"Your Highness, Qingzhi deserves to enjoy the carriage. I hope that Your Highness will replace it with armor for the Western Army."
When Di Qing was leaving the show, he deliberately delayed it, approached Zhao Xi and said this.
Alas! Old Di! You can't do this.
"Hanchen, I once said that the soldiers' armor will be fully equipped within five years. Don't worry about this. Also, Hanchen, remember, the days are long. Don't be a pig running in the opposite direction in the pig pen!"
Di Qing was a loyal minister and a military commander. In a court filled with civil servants, he was already an outlier, and he couldn't do anything more outrageous.
A pig running in the opposite direction will be killed even if you are right.