Even the straight road built by Qin Shi Huang was made of rammed earth.
It is extremely easy to be damaged by wind and rain.
In this way, it not only affects the people's travel, but also affects the court's control of the place!
If official roads are built with cement across the country, the solidity and durability of the roads can be ensured.
It is of great significance to communication, marching, food routes, trade and other aspects!
The most important thing is that convenient transportation can strengthen the court's control over local areas and ensure the stability of the regime!
Therefore, cement played an important role in ancient feudal society!
"His Royal Highness the King of Qi has a far-sighted vision that is beyond the reach of this minister!"
Dong Zhao sighed sincerely.
Yang Ling chuckled and ordered,
"Da Sinong, please go and invite the heads of the Zhen family and the Mi family!"
When the New Deal was implemented in Jizhou and Xuzhou, Zhen Yao and Mi Zhu sacrificed a lot in order to cooperate with Yang Ling.
In order to give back to them, Yang Ling planned to teach them the method of making cement.
The two of them are responsible for operating the cement business, which has spread across the country.
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With the successful examples of Jizhou and Xuzhou, Yang Ling also struck while the iron was hot and announced the nationwide implementation of the policy of dividing one person into one acre.
The nobles and powerful men everywhere were dissatisfied, but there was nothing they could do.
You must know that Cao Wei's army has just been reformed according to the military region system.
The troops and horses of the five major military regions are already ready to go.
If anyone dares to rebel, the Wei army will be able to attack the city within three days at most!
Under such circumstances, the powerful nobles had no choice but to pinch their noses and accept their fate!
Not long after the New Deal was successfully promoted, the Wei army was already assembled.
After Yang Ling said goodbye to all the beauties in his house, he led Jiang Wei, Deng Ai, Guanqiu Jian and other generals to leave Luoyang City and go straight to Youzhou!
During this expedition to Liaodong County, all of Cao Wei's generals who were still able to move requested to fight.
Just considering that people like Guan Yu and Zhang Fei were old, Yang Ling persuaded them with good words.
In addition to Deng Ai, Jiang Wei, and Guan Qiujian, those accompanying Yang Ling were all new generation generals such as Xia Houshang, Cao Zhen, and Cao Xiu.
Yang Ling led an army of 50,000 people and rushed to Youzhou non-stop.
More than half a month later, they arrived at Jixian County, the seat of Youzhou.
"I have met His Highness King Qi!"
A group of officials, led by Xian Yufu, the governor of Youzhou, came out of the city to greet Yang Ling.
"You don't have to be polite, please get up quickly."
Yang Ling smiled and said hello to them, and then walked towards the city surrounded by everyone.
After arriving in the lobby and everyone took their seats, Yang Ling asked in a deep voice,
"How is the situation in Liaodong County?"
"Reporting to His Highness the King of Qi, after rejecting the imperial court's request, he expelled the imperial envoys and cut off all contact with Youzhou."
"His wild ambitions are evident on paper!"
Xian Yufu said angrily.
"What Governor Xianyu said is absolutely true. If we don't send troops to attack him, it will only increase his arrogance and make the most humble people in the world ready to take action!"
Tian Yu also nodded in approval.
"I understand what you are saying!"
Yang Ling nodded slightly and sneered,
"I came here this time to eradicate Gongsun Yuan and unify China!"
"We all obey His Highness's orders!"
Everyone said in unison.
Yang Ling nodded with satisfaction, looked around and asked,
"Why don't you see Captain Yan?"
"Reporting to Your Highness, Captain Yan knew that the imperial court was going to attack Liaodong County, so he went to summon the Wuhuan people."
Xian Yufu explained.
After conquering Liucheng and surrendering the Wuhuan people, Yang Ling appointed Yan Rou as the Wuhuan captain, responsible for managing the Wuhuan people.
"I see, Commander Yan is extremely smart!"
Ji Lie showed an approving smile.
This time he set out from Luoyang with only 20,000 troops, and then transferred 30,000 troops from the Xuanwu Military Region.
If we go to attack Liaodong County, 50,000 soldiers and horses are still a bit small.
He originally planned to mobilize the Wuhuan cavalry to attack Liaodong County with him.
Unexpectedly, Yan Rou took this into consideration and contacted the Wuhuan people in advance.
While they were talking, a servant came to report.
"His Royal Highness the King of Qi, the Governor, Captain Yan and Wuhuan leader Lou Ban have just arrived outside the city."
"It's just in time, let them come in quickly!"
Yang Ling smiled.
Not long after, Yan Rou came to the lobby with the Chanyu of the building class and several Wuhuan nobles.
After seeing Yang Ling, they saluted respectfully and said,
"Meet His Highness King Qi!"
"You're welcome, I'll give you a seat!"
After they sat down, Yang Ling said in a deep voice,
"Chanyu Louban, I want to attack Liaodong Gongsun Yuan this time. I wonder what you Wuhuan people think?"
Yang Ling massacred Liucheng, beheaded Tadun Chanyu, and excavated the ancestral tombs of the Wuhuan people. A series of feats are still vivid in his mind.
Hearing his words, Lou Ban's heart tightened and he didn't dare to neglect, and said quickly,
"We have surrendered to the Wei Dynasty, and we are already citizens of the Wei Dynasty."
"Gongsun Yuan has raised an army to rebel. The Wuhuan people should obey His Highness' orders!"
"This time I have mobilized a total of 50,000 elite cavalry to follow His Highness's orders!"
After being defeated by Cao Wei previously, the Wuhuan people suffered heavy casualties and their vitality was seriously damaged.
Although several years have passed, he has still not recovered his strength.
Louban mobilized 50,000 cavalry at once, which can be said to be all the best.
This made Yang Ling extremely satisfied.
"Very good! It seems that Lou Ban Shanyu has not forgotten the promise he made back then. Otherwise, Gu Ke wouldn't mind taking care of you before taking care of Gongsun Yuan."
Yang Ling said with a faint smile.
Lou Ban’s heart was beating wildly and he said quickly,
"Please rest assured, Your Highness, I will always remember my loyalty to Wei in my heart!"
"That's good!"
Yang Ling nodded and looked at Deng Ai, Jiang Wei and Guanqiu Jian.
"As per the old rules, the three of you will be the vanguard of our army to spy on Gongsun Yuan's truth!"
There is a saying that wine should be drank sip by sip and the road should be walked step by step. If you take too big a step, you will easily lose your temper.
Liaodong County is a long way away, and the Gongsun family has been in business for so many years. It has strong strength and has a group of foreigners to rely on.
It is unrealistic to capture him in one fell swoop.
Therefore, Yang Ling planned to let the three of them lead the vanguard army to see Gongsun Yuan's strength.
"Here!"
The three of them clasped their fists and accepted the order.
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Xiangping City.
"My lord, I have just received news from Youzhou that an army of 50,000 has arrived from Cao Wei, and the leader is none other than King Yang Ling of Qi."
"In addition, Wuhuan's Louban Chanyu also sent 50,000 cavalry to support him."
After listening to the news reported by his subordinates, Gongsun Yuan's expression became solemn.
"Damn Lou Ban Shanyu! Wait until I finish taking care of Cao Wei's troops, and you will die!"
"Bei Yan, Yang Zuo obeys the order!"
"The general is here!"
Bei Yan and Yang Zuo stood up.
"Bei Yan, you will be our general, and Yang Zuo will be our deputy! Lead 50,000 troops first to resist Cao Wei!"
