Returning to Luofu, Luo Zhang changed into court clothes and took Wu Shaobin out. He was about to travel far, so Luo Zhang naturally had to arrange everything in Chang'an.
The first stop was naturally the shipyard. When Luo Zhang arrived, Ma Laozheng stood dancing in front of a giant ship with a smile on his face. He seemed to be very excited. He didn't even notice Luo Zhang's arrival. If it had been changed In the past, he was the first to get in front of Luo Zhang to ask for credit and reward.
Seeing that Mr. Ma was so excited, Luo Zhang walked slowly behind him and said slowly: "Mr. Ma, what are you so happy about?"
The sudden sound made Mr. Ma startled for a moment. Then he saw it was Luo Zhang and hurriedly bowed to Luo Zhang and said, "Sir, this... that... the ship is done! It's done!" !!!”
Luo Zhang was also stunned, looking at the distant sea ship pointed by Mr. Ma, and asked: "Are you saying that the distant sea ship sailed successfully?"
"Yes, I just returned today. A bunch of us old guys have checked it out. It's absolutely fine to go to sea!" Mr. Ma's joy was beyond words.
Luo Zhang is also very excited. If the distant sea ship is completed, then the follow-up will be easier.
"Now that the research on high-sea ships has been completed, I won't say much more later. I will continue to work hard and continue to build more high-sea ships to replace the existing offshore ships!"
"If you need anything, go to Zhao Tianhu and he will help you!" Luo Zhang warned.
Mr. Ma nodded repeatedly. For a craftsman, a great craftsman, the happiest thing is to be able to do what he likes.
Mr. Ma feels that his life has been worth it. He has not only built offshore ships, but also built distant sea ships, which is equivalent to honoring his ancestors. Even if he is mentioned in the history books in the future, it is normal to be excited. .
After encouraging Mr. Ma, Luo Zhang left the shipyard. The long-sea ship had been successful, and Luo Zhang didn't pay much attention. He only needed to continue building the ship step by step.
Luo Zhang's second stop was naturally the Royal Navy Barracks. When Luo Zhang came here, new troops were being trained in the camp. These were new recruits who had just been recruited.
More than 1,500 people were killed and injured in the Battle of Quanzhou. This was a heavy blow to the Royal Navy. The fleet establishment naturally shrunk and the personnel had to be supplemented. However, it was not a good thing to rush the new army to sea. Naturally, it had to be trained first.
In the school grounds, Liu Rengui was examining the soldiers recruited this time and nodded with satisfaction.
The recruitment of soldiers this time was very enthusiastic, and he was naturally selected among the best. The conditions of this batch of soldiers were much better than before, and they could be taken to sea with just a little training.
After a few trips to the sea, these recruits can be considered qualified. After all, a navy whose battlefield is at sea, not on land, naturally has to go to sea to see the real results.
Suddenly, Liu Rengui saw Luo Zhang arriving and hurriedly handed over the affairs here to his deputy, while he and Zheng Shuang walked towards Luo Zhang.
Seeing Liu Rengui's arrival, Luo Zhang smiled and said: "The training is good!"
"Thank you for your compliment, sir. The manpower this time is indeed good. This is the result of several days of training. In ten days and a half, these people can be taken out to sea!" Liu Rengui said with pride.
"How are things going in Huating County?" Luo Zhang didn't say much about naval training. These are Liu Rengui's affairs. With his current status and status, he no longer needs to worry about these things. If Liu Rengui trains new recruits, No, then he can pack up and go home.
After hearing Luo Zhang's question, Liu Rengui hurriedly said: "Everything in Huating County is being done in accordance with the requirements of the adults. The dock is being built. Master Sun Ren is watching over it for the time being. When these newcomers are almost trained, we will go to replace them." Got it!"
Luo Zhang nodded and continued: "We should pay more attention to Huating County. If it is built there, it will be our second seaport, and the fleet will be stationed there for a long time in the future."
"Yes, sir!" Liu Rengui responded.
"Is there any news about Changsun Wuji's fleet?" Luo Zhang changed the subject and asked again.
This time it was Du Shuang who answered Luo Zhang, "Sir, according to the information we have gathered, that fleet seems to have been operating in the Japanese area and has made a lot of gains."
"Oh? Have you been active in Japan?" Luo Zhang was thoughtful.
"Keep watching and kill them if possible. Keeping them will be a disaster. The danger must be nipped in the bud!" Luo Zhang instructed.
"Yes, sir!" Du Shuang nodded in agreement.
After another round of inspection of the camp, Luo Zhang left the Royal Navy barracks.
It is said that it would be faster for Luo Zhang to go to Feng An's place by sea, but he is not alone, but has an army of 20,000 accompanying him. The Royal Navy has experienced a war and is still resting. Luo Zhang does not want his navy to be exhausted. They have As for their affairs, he would just be tired and ride a horse.
Although it will take a little more time, it's not a big deal.
No need to ask, the third stop is naturally the weapons workshop.
When Luo Zhang arrived, the weapons workshop was still bustling with activity. The warmth of the stove and the scene of sweating profusely made people's hearts swell, and they lamented that this is what a man should look like.
Seeing Luo Zhang's arrival, the master handed over the work in his hands to his subordinates, wiped the sweat from his forehead and walked over.
"Sir, why are you free to come here today?" the master said with a smile.
"I will send troops soon. Let's take a look at the construction status of the artillery today!" Luo Zhang asked.
"Don't worry, sir. There will be no problems with me here. There is no shortage of all kinds of materials now. Thirty-five artillery pieces have been built. The speed is not fast, but it is not slow either. The main reason is that it must be precise according to your requirements. , otherwise the number can be added!" the master explained.
Luo Zhang nodded and said: "It should be so. This artillery is no better than others. If there is any flaw, the barrel will explode. Once the chamber explodes, no one around it will be able to escape. It doesn't matter if you be more precise and slower!"
After inspecting the newly built cannon, Luo Zhang was very satisfied. As the cannon continued to be built, the master's skills have obviously improved a lot, and the quality of the cannons created has also improved!
After some more instructions, Luo Zhang got on his horse and headed towards his last stop, Yushan.
In Yushan, the current city wall construction has begun to take shape, but it will take some time to complete.
When Luo Zhang arrived, Chen Kuifeng was commanding his men to inspect Yushan's defense!
This was Luo Zhang's job, but Luo Zhang didn't have time to stay here, so Wu Shaobin and Chen Kuifeng took turns taking charge.
After the previous incident of snatching the wooden knot, Mozi also fell silent and did not come to Yushan again.
Although Luo Zhang knew that the Yushan incident was related to Changsun Wuji, he had no evidence, so the matter ended up being left unsolved.
Of course, necessary vigilance is unavoidable. He doesn't want to make mistakes in this matter, and a group of people will impeach him when the time comes.
