The farm work in the fields has passed its busiest time. Quyang County has a variety of high-quality farm tools to help, and the farm work can be done very quickly.
After a quick look, Xiong Wuliang nodded slightly.
Visible to the naked eye, the cultivated land area will increase significantly this year!
"The Lord is back!" The farmers on the road cheered when they saw Xiong Wuliang driving.
Today, Xiong Wuliang’s reputation in the fiefdom is at its peak!
Xiong Wuliang had no time to chat, so he took Zhong Hua straight to Quyang City to count the troops.
Five hundred Quyang troops and five hundred Shaohu troops received the order and immediately came to the school grounds to assemble.
Looking around, a thousand soldiers formed a neat square formation on the school field, with battle flags fluttering, but the square formation remained motionless in the wind - Xiong Wuliang nodded slightly - what a strong soldier!
Shaohu, the commander-in-chief of the Shaohu Army, hurriedly came to Xiong Wuliang and knelt down on one knee: "The last general, Shaohu, has met my lord!"
Xiong Wuliang patted Shaohu on the shoulder encouragingly: "Today's Shaohu Army looks no less than Quyang Army!"
"My trust in the general is not wrong!"
Shaohu growled in a deep voice: "I am willing to serve you!"
Xiong Wuliang nodded with satisfaction.
These soldiers were produced by the entire Quyang County with a lot of money.
The armor alone has two layers - an inner layer of leather armor and an outer layer of iron armor.
Such luxury is unique in the world!
Look at the weapons in the hands of the soldiers - spears made of fine iron, hundred-forged swords forged by water, hardwood shields covered with iron...
And a small hand-held repeating crossbow hung on each person's waist.
It is no exaggeration to say - armed to the teeth!
Not only are they well-equipped and trained arduously - these two private soldiers also have an extremely strong will to fight.
Xiong Wuliang had extremely generous pensions for the dead and injured soldiers.
Moreover, each household was assigned a field and a house.
Such generous treatment for soldiers is also unique in the world.
It is precisely because he has enough confidence in these two private soldiers that Xiong Wuliang has the courage to give it a go, and has the confidence and courage to make money in the great war!
"Master, Shi Er is late!" Shi Er trotted over.
"How are the ordnance prepared?" Xiong Wuliang asked in a deep voice.
"Two hundred thousand arrows, all ready, have been put in bundles on the baggage cart." Shi Er answered respectfully.
He knew very well that everything he had now was given by Xiong Wuliang - and could be taken back by the latter at any time.
Xiong Wuliang smiled and said, "Well done!"
This simple compliment made Shi Er's heart feel as sweet as honey: "I am willing to serve you!"
Xiong Wuliang pulled Shi Er and gave him careful instructions.
Quyang County is now classified as a logistics and supply base.
It is conceivable that a large amount of materials will soon be shipped and stored here.
Xiong Wuliang was worried, and after repeated warnings, he took out a pen and paper and briefly sketched a few strokes.
"This is called a wheelbarrow - with this thing, the transportation capacity will be greatly increased, and transporting supplies to the front line should be a piece of cake!" Xiong Wuliang said.
Shi Er took a quick look and saw that
+1 times I was shocked by Xiong Wuliang’s novel ideas!
How on earth does this master of my own have such a big brain!
How come you keep coming up with so many strange ideas - whether it's the curved shaft plow that greatly improved the efficiency and quality of planting, or the waterwheel that later made it easier to irrigate crops in the fields... or now just a few simple strokes on the paper to outline The "unicycle" that came out...
No matter which one is picked out individually, it is an amazing instrument.
"The master is so talented that a villain cannot match him!" Shi Er was shocked.
Just one wheel can save a lot of effort for the people pushing the cart.
The support pillar at the rear of the wheelbarrow is even more of a miracle - as long as the farmer puts the wheelbarrow down gently, it can stop on the ground, allowing the farmer to rest.
A small component can illustrate how ingenious Xiong Wuliang's imagination is!
"This wheelbarrow will greatly improve our transportation capacity. With this help, the supply transportation of the 150,000 troops will be a problem!" Shi Er assured, patting his chest.
Xiong Wuliang heard Shi Er's series of free compliments without any excessive facial expressions.
"This is just a small trick, not worth mentioning." Xiong Wuliang's expression was calm, thinking that this was all a routine operation on my part, it just happened to be a professional counterpart!
Please call me friend of the construction site.
As a college student with higher education in the new era, these little things are still very difficult for me! ? !
If those who work in civil engineering cannot even build a wheelbarrow, they will soon be unemployed and starve to death!
Xiong Wuliang urged Shi Er to hurry up and complete the production of the unicycle: "Go ahead and make it according to the drawings as soon as possible and mass-produce them. They will be needed soon!"
With the current production efficiency of the wood processing factory in the fiefdom, a large number of wheelbarrows can be built in a short period of time.
"Yes, my lord, I will definitely live up to my trust!" Shi Er hurriedly left with a piece of drawing.
"Army, listen to the order - move to the front line!" Xiong Wuliang did not say any high-spirited words to boost morale, but simply gave the order.
Morale no longer needs boosting.
The importance of the results of this battle to the fiefdom has been repeatedly emphasized by officers at all levels.
All three armies held their breath.
Not only does he want to perform meritorious service on the battlefield and win trophies for the fiefdom... he also wants to clear the name of Qu Yangjun's lineage!
The former Lord Quyang was the most popular royal minister in Chu, and Quyang County was the land of this minister's lordship - who dares to be disrespectful to the people of Quyang?
Nowadays... everyone says that Qu Yangjun's lineage has declined after the Battle of Danyang.
In the past few years, Quyang people have no longer received the special attention and courtesy they used to receive.
In this battle, the enemy's heads will be used to re-gild Qu Yangjun's title with glorious gold!
A thousand sergeants all slapped the iron-covered shield in their left hand with the weapon in their right hand, and there was a shocking sound of gold and iron clashing in the school field.
A thousand soldiers shouted in unison, their voices passing like rolling thunder: "The great Chu will be victorious!"
…
The offensive army led by Qu Ping has arrived at the border of Chu and Yue and is preparing feverishly for the upcoming battle.
Xiong Wuliang, the right leader who was personally rewarded by King Huai of Chu, did not dare to delay at all and hurriedly led his troops to the border camp.
After all, Xiong Wu knew in his conscience that Qu Ping did not like him.
But I can't give him any excuse.
Quyang is very close to the border between Chu and Yue - Xiong Wuliang, along with Generals Zhong Hua, Shao Hu, and his elite troops, only drove for half a day before arriving at the military camp led by General Qu Ping.
Looking from a distance, the military camp of 150,000 people was spread out in a majestic array, with almost no end in sight.
On the wall of the temporary camp built of wood, Chu flags with yellow background and red border and black characters stood in clusters, fluttering in the wind. The Chu soldiers patrolling the camp wall were holding spears, and the spear tips almost formed a forest.
The whole camp was solemn and there was almost no noise - obviously, General Qu Ping's military management style was very strict.
"Stop, who is coming?!" At the gate of the military camp, one of the guarding generals raised his sword to stop Xiong Wuliang's car.
The general was horrified as he stopped him.
Grandma drops.
Who is here?
Look at the thousand soldiers behind them, the standard armor shining in the sun!
This is too rich!
The imperial army of Yingdu is probably nothing more than this!
Zhong Hua stepped forward on his horse, coughed lightly at the general guarding the gate, and pointed to the flag carried by the sergeants behind him.
The four clear and simple characters on the flag - Qu Yang Junliang.
Five hundred people on the left are holding the flag of the "Quyang Army", and five hundred people on the right are holding the flag of the "Shaohu Army".
"Master Mi Liang, the leader of the right army, came here to receive orders - why don't you retreat quickly!" Zhong Hua said solemnly.
The young general at the door immediately knelt down on one knee to pay homage: "General, I will see you at last, Sir Qu Yangjun!"
"No need to be polite. Order - [Quyang Army] and [Shaohu Army] are waiting outside the camp. Zhong Hua and Shaohu follow me in." Xiong Wuliang's lazy voice came from the carriage.
The general guarding the gate coughed in embarrassment: "Well, General Qu Ping has ordered that riding horses and riding vehicles is strictly prohibited in the camp..."
Xiong Wuliang was startled, but he didn't have any objections - this was a common practice in the military camp, and it wasn't Qu Ping targeting him.
Besides, Xiong Wuliang had been riding in a carriage for a long time, and his waist hurt from sitting there.
Or you might want to get out of the car and walk a few steps to stretch your body.
"Stop the car, I'll come down and take a walk." Xiong Wuliang said to the outside of the carriage.
Putting a hand on Zhong Hua's arm, Xiong Wuliang got out of the carriage and stretched lazily, feeling much more comfortable.
The general guarding the door looked at the backs of Xiong Wuliang and his party and clicked his tongue.
Didn’t it mean that after the Danyang War, Qu Yangjun’s lineage had been damaged?
Turning around, he looked at the tidy Qu Yangjun’s subordinates, Qu Fangzhen...
Looking at the bright appearance of this armor, how can it look like it is in a state of collapse? Grandma, even General Qu Ping's bodyguards are not like this!
…
Xiong Wuliang and others, led by the gate officer, went straight to General Qu Ping's coach's tent.
Xiong Wuliang had never seen the inside of a military camp, so he couldn't help but look back and forth, looking like a country bumpkin.
Zhong Hua and Shao Hu felt so embarrassed... they lowered their heads silently.
The lead gate official reminded in a low voice: "Lord Qu Yangjun, General Zhu Guo is discussing matters with the generals in the commander's camp——"
"General Zhu Guo seems to be in a bad mood... Your Majesty, please don't violate any taboos." Guan Yinmen reminded him kindly.
The group of people walked to the gate of the commander's camp. At first glance, it could be said that it was heavily guarded.
A circle of wooden stockade walls surrounded the huge Chinese military tent in the middle. Outside the stockade wall, there were three steps, one post, five steps, and one sentry, which was very impressive.
Two rows of tall warriors wearing full armor, holding shields and swords, stared murderously at the approaching Xiong Wuliang and others - they were the bodyguards of General Qu Ping of the Zhu Kingdom.
Outside the camp, there was a solitary large flag. It was as thick as the mouth of a bowl. It also had a thick yellow background and red edges. The seven large characters were all written in thick black -
'The generals of the great Chu Zhu Kingdom are in peace'.
With this kind of formation, if you are timid, your legs may become weak.
The lead gate officer waved his hand towards Xiong Wuliang, indicating to stop, then stood up straight and reported loudly: "Come to General Zhuguo, the right leader Mi Liang has arrived..."
At this time, Qu Ping and a group of lieutenants had been discussing the battle in the room for a long time. Everyone was stunned when they heard the arrival of Xiaoqu Yangjun.
Lieutenants, you looked at me and I looked at you. They looked at each other a few times and showed helpless expressions - after all, this idiot is here to cause trouble!
Qu Ping was a little surprised, this guy was quite active!
It had only been three or five days since Yingdu sent out its message.
This little Qu Yangjun came very quickly - regardless of his ability, Qu Ping was quite satisfied with his attitude.
I hope he will stay calm and not do anything evil.
"Come in." Qu Ping sat up straight and said in a deep voice to the outside of the tent.
The gate officer nodded gently to Xiong Wuliang, indicating that Xiong Wuliang could go in.
Opening the tent curtain, Xiong Wuliang saw no less than ten people inside, all dressed as military generals wearing helmets and armor, all watching him step by step into the tent.
Xiong Wuliang walked up to Qu Ping to greet him. "Mi Liang, the right leader, came to report on military orders."
"No need to be polite," Qu Ping waved his hand.
"Let me introduce you, this is Mi Liang, Lord Quyang, the son of Lord Xiong Wei, Lord Quyang." Qu Ping introduced him.
When Xiong Wei's name was mentioned, all the generals in the tent stood in awe and stood up to greet him.
"This is former general Wu Bi...this is the left leader Mi Fei. As for Master Zhao Hua, you have met him before." Qu Ping said to Xiong Wuliang again.
Zhao Hua smiled at Xiong Wuliang and nodded gently in greeting.
Xiong Wuliang also returned the courtesy, secretly surprised in his heart - he didn't expect that this guy, a civil servant, also went out with the army.
Also, when it comes to understanding the Yue Kingdom, who can compare with Zhao Hua, who has been lurking in the Yue Kingdom for five years and turned everything upside down?
…
Zhao Hua still has a good impression of this little Quyangjun... even though he had been treated inhumanely in his Quyang County...
After all, Zhao Hua had seen the current situation in Quyang County with his own eyes and was very impressed by Xiong Wuliang.
After returning to Yingdu, Zhao Hua also inquired about Xiong Wuliang, and scoffed at the comments he received such as "dandy" and "uneducated and incompetent"——
To be able to make the fiefdom develop so well in one year, this person must not be an ordinary person.
The rumors are unbelievable!
Former general Wu Bi looked like a fierce general, with two thick black eyebrows and a huge general belly.
Judging from his appearance alone, his appearance is no less ferocious than the strange peony tiger with chest hair behind Xiong Wuliang.
As for the so-called left leader Mi Fei, he looked to be about thirty or forty years old. From his name, he knew that he was a royal noble of the Chu Kingdom.
Xiong Wuliang knew that this Mi Fei was awarded the title of 'Zhonglijun' and was on par with him in terms of title level.
At this time, Mi Fei looked at Xiong Wuliang with an unfriendly look.
Xiong Wuliang also understood that originally [Zhongli] would become the hub for the army's supply turnover. As soon as he thought about it, he knew that Zhongli Jun Mi Fei would be overjoyed when he heard about it and was waiting for his fief to profit from the massive military supplies.
Maybe all the people have been mobilized!
However, this 'baggage base' was snatched away by Xiong Wuliangsheng and placed on Quyang County's head.
Of course Mi Fei's nose was so angry that she was so angry - "Grandma, I've even taken off my pants, why don't you give me a plastic surgery?"
Xiong Wuliang smiled at Mi Fei with a friendly expression - after all, there was no need to behave well when he was taking advantage of the benefits.
Mi Fei didn't appreciate it and hummed softly.
"Okay... all of you here are outstanding generals of our Da Chu. From now on, we will cooperate with each other and strive to capture the Yue army and return to the court as soon as possible!" Qu Ping said.
"I will obey the general's order." All the generals in the tent responded in unison.
"Next, please introduce the situation to Master Zhao Hua." Qu Ping nodded towards Zhao Hua.
This is obviously to take care of Xiong Wuliang who finally entered the tent.
Zhao Hua was not polite, stood up and pointed at the huge sheepskin map on the wall——
