The Wowa dragon is born with the same snow and frost, and its hairy bones are born with courage. -----Tang Wengshou's "White Horse"
It is said that Jiang Wan returned to his hometown and the army was founded. Everything was ready to be done. Jiang Wan also recommended his cousin Pan Jun, named Chengming. Chen Long found out in Guangnao that in the official history, Pan Jun was an upright man and had the talent to lead troops. He once led his troops to defeat the Wuxi barbarians. He couldn't help but be overjoyed and granted Pan the title. Pan Jun also recommended his classmate Yin Mo, also known as Si Qian, to serve as an officer. Chen Long appointed him as an academic officer and ordered Yin Mo to be in charge of the academic affairs of a county and start a scientific examination mode to recruit talents. Yin Mo also recommended Li Zhuan, a fellow countryman and classmate, named Qinzhong, and Chen Long appointed him as deputy chief of history to assist Jiang Wan in managing internal affairs. Chen Long learned that Pan Jun, Yin Mo, Li Zhuan and others all studied under the great scholar Song Zhong, and wanted to invite Song Zhong to come out, but Song Zhong declined in the name of studying and teaching.
Suddenly, more than a month has passed, the Xiaoman solar term has come, and the weather is getting hotter. After Huang Zhong stayed for a few days, he led his own troops back to Changsha. Chen Long was busy running between military and political affairs. Fortunately, with the help of several famous generals and scholars, various military and political affairs were carried out one after another. Today, Chen Long convened a meeting to listen to reports from all parties. All members of the leading group and new officials participated. Chen Long arrived early to wait in the conference room. Jiang Wan was the first to come in. After bowing and saluting, Jiang Wan took out the newly formulated strategy and asked Chen Long to review it. After Chen Long read it, he saw that most of it was about promoting agriculture, running schools, and providing people with benefits. Wei Wei He nodded and said: "What Gong Yan has done is a good policy. Today, after everyone has discussed it, we can choose the one with the best opinions and implement it after revising it." Jiang Wan nodded and returned to his seat.
Huang Gai came over, holding several weapons in his hand. When Chen Long looked at them, he saw a saber, a serrated dagger, and a steel gun. Knowing that the samples were made, he quickly took them over to take a look. Seeing that the saber and dagger were well made, I couldn't help but praise them a few times. At this time, all the generals came one after another to appreciate the weapons. When they saw the wonderful things, they all admired them and praised the prefect for being a talented man who had such wonderful ideas. While Chen Long was in a daze, Huang Gai said: "This spear was made by Old Man Sheng himself from fine iron. It is specially customized for the prefect. Although it is not as good as the ancient magic weapon, it is still better than ordinary ordinary weapons." The generals once again clicked their tongues in admiration. Chen Long put his palms in his hands and laughed and said: "The prince thanked Mr. Sheng for me. This saber can be ordered in large quantities. The dagger must be customized for each officer above the regiment commander." Huang Gai also nodded and sat down.
Liu came over first, holding a set of silver armor in his left hand and a pair of black leather riding boots in his right hand. He raised his hands and said to Chen Long: "Prefect, today the custom-made clothes and armor for you are ready, and the samples of spur boots according to your instructions last time are also ready. I asked them to make them according to your size, please take a look at them. "The generals roared and asked Chen Long to try it on immediately. Chen Long laughed loudly, immediately put on his helmet and put on his riding boots. The metal armor was very soft and portable, and it was a lightweight soft armor. Chen Long did not feel heavy. There was also a silver-white handsome robe, which Liu Xian put on Chen Long. At this time, he was wearing a silver helmet and plain armor, and he was really majestic and majestic. There was a commotion among the generals, saying that it was a general from heaven descending to earth. Liu Xiandao: "The prefect's heavy armor is still being made. This armor is made of light metal bones and tough hemp threads. It is very strong and cannot be penetrated by ordinary swords and arrows." Chen Long was overjoyed and praised Liu Xian a few times, and took He raised his steel gun and made a pose, and the generals immediately cheered and praised him.
While the generals were boasting, Liu Xian rushed over and saw Chen Long, all dressed up and holding a steel gun in his hand. He was overjoyed and said: "Just right! Brother, I purchased horses the day before yesterday and got a top-notch horse. Brother happened to be wearing armor. Follow me to the courtyard to test the horses!" Chen Long was overjoyed, thinking that everything was provided for me today, and led the generals out.
Arriving at the courtyard of the Prefect's Mansion, I saw a horse riding in the middle of the courtyard. It had a sharp saddle and a sharp chisel. Its body was white as snow, with only its four hooves slightly yellowed. The height of the horse's back was higher than Chen Long's eyes. It glared at the generals with all its might, showing its unruly attitude. color. The generals were all experts in horses. They were all shocked when they saw this horse. They all asked Liu Xian where he got such a horse. Liu Xian said proudly: "This horse has only four hooves that are slightly yellowed, and it moves as fast as lightning, so it is named Huang Feidian. I bought it from a Persian horse dealer specifically to be used as a mount for my elder brother. It cost me four thousand taels." Where's the grain silver?" Chen Long felt a heartache when he heard that he could buy 400 northern horses with 4,000 taels. But in front of the horse, I couldn't help but be elated, thinking, let me ride this unruly horse, jumped up, and fell into the saddle. The horse was shocked, stood up, and was tightly restrained by Chen Long. The horse felt Chen Long's strong arms and fell down. Without waiting for Chen Long's instructions, the horse ran out and ran straight towards the wall. When it reached the edge of the wall, it did not stop. He soared into the air, jumped over the wall, and disappeared from everyone's sight in an instant.
Chen Long felt like he was flying through the clouds and mist, and he passed the wall in an instant. Fortunately, there were few people outside the prefect's mansion, so the horse ran down the road in one go. Chen Long used all his strength to control the horse. The horse began to shake its head and tail and refused to give in. Chen Long grabbed the silk ribbon tightly and remained firmly seated on the saddle. Gradually, he felt that the horse began to cooperate. Suddenly, the horse stopped. A huge force was heard through the horse's bit, and another man stood up. He screamed crazily, and his four hooves landed firmly on the ground. He had stopped from the rapid gallop and was still.
When Chen Long saw the horse standing still obediently, he turned over and dismounted, stroking the horse's mane and stroking it vigorously. The horse actually tilted its head affectionately over and stuck out its tongue to lick Chen Long's hand. Chen Long was overjoyed and knew that the horse had recognized its owner. He couldn't help saying to the horse: "My horse, Liu Bei has Lu, Lu Bu has Red Rabbit. I won you today, so I have to give you a resounding name." ." The horse squeaked as if he understood. Chen Long laughed and said, "My name is Chen Long. How about I call you Feilong?" The horse squeaked again. Chen Long laughed and said, "Feilong." , Feilong! Let’s go back to the prefect’s mansion now!”
Chen Long rode the flying dragon back to the gate of the mansion. He saw all the generals gathered at the gate of the mansion to watch. They all thought that the horse was so fast, why did it disappear all of a sudden? Chen Long jumped off his horse, and the horse automatically followed Chen Long. All the generals congratulated Chen Long on conquering the horse. Chen Long laughed and asked his soldiers to lead him to the horse pen and feed him well.
Returning to the conference hall, Chen Long was in a good mood. Seeing the generals sitting neatly on the left and right, he couldn't help but feel proud. His eyes scanned the generals one by one, but here they were:
First division commander Huang Gai Huang Gongfu, military advisor Pan Jun and Pan Chengming;
Liu Xian and Liu Shizong, commander of the Second Division;
The commander of the third division, Liu Yong and Liu Nanhe, and the deputy commander Fu Tong;
Liu Xian, commander of the Fourth Division, Liu Min, deputy commander;
Chief Military Advisor Zhou Bujie and Zhou Yuanzhi;
Long Shi Jiang Wan Jiang Gongyan;
Deputy Chief Shi Li wrote Li Qinzhong;
Chief Registrar Huang An;
Encourage Yin Mo and Yin Siqian to study and engage in work;
Yang Huai, leader of the Xiaoxiang clan and deputy commander of the navy.
Jiang Wan read through the internal policy platform he had written first. Everyone also put forward some opinions, and Jiang Wan wrote them down one by one. Liu Xian has finished purchasing troops and horses, and Liu Xian has recruited 4,000 soldiers to form a cavalry division. Huang Gai has set up an iron battalion in the camp, and the weapons he forged have been continuously delivered to the soldiers. Only Zhou Buyi shook his head slightly and said: "That repeating crossbow is very complicated. Now I can only do double shooting with a single crossbow. I need to continue to study." Seeing that everything was on track, Chen Long asked about the training of each division. Dao has started training according to the exercise and training plan prescribed by Chen Long, and has achieved initial results.
When asked about the navy, Yang Huai said: "Prefect Rong Cun, our navy's foundation is very weak. This month I asked them to reorganize the warships. There are eight large ships and more than a hundred small boats, which can accommodate more than 2,000 sailors." It's just an army. If you want to grow in scale, in a word, you're short of money!" Liu Xian and Jiang Wan scratched their heads after hearing this, and they all said that money has been flowing like water lately, and the treasury is already running low on money.
Hearing this, Chen Long started to have a headache again. He pondered for a while and said: "Our army is new, and its military equipment has been upgraded. It uses money everywhere, and the autumn harvest has not yet arrived, so it is normal for the silver to be in a hurry. However, there are many wealthy households in our county, and it is the time when they serve the county. , I would like to borrow some from these rich households to build up the army first, and then return it to them after the tax comes up in the autumn."
Jiang Wan said: "Prefect, since we are talking about rich households, from the perspective of the army protecting the country and the people, they should donate generously. My opinion is, don't ask for loans, let them donate. All wealthy households should donate at least one thousand silver each. Two, there is no limit to more. If one of the children of a wealthy family joins the army, he or she will be exempted from donating five hundred taels. If there are two children of the family who join the army, all donations will be exempted. This can also stimulate the children of wealthy families to join the army, killing two birds with one stone."
After hearing this, everyone looked at each other in confusion at first, and then they all exclaimed and looked at Chen Long. Chen Long knew that many family interests were involved, and he still needed his approval for this matter, so he said slowly: "Gong Yan's words are very good. He can formulate donation details and punishment methods, announce them, let them donate voluntarily first, and see how much they can collect." ." Jiang Wan stood up and said: "The prefect's words mean not to enforce it first to avoid negative voices. Gongyan understands. Since I proposed this plan, today I will donate 100,000 taels on behalf of the Jiang family. Army building.”
Chen Long was overjoyed and stood up and cupped his hands towards Jiang Wan and said: "Gong Yan is a righteous man, and Wen Long would like to thank you in advance on behalf of Lingling soldiers and people." When everyone saw Chen Long standing up, they also stood up one after another, represented by Yang Huai The Xiaoxiang Gang donated 200,000 taels, Liu Xian, Liu Yong and others donated 10,000 taels, and even the poorest Zhou Buyi also donated a thousand taels. Chen Long was overjoyed and thanked all the generals one by one, saying: "Everyone is gathering firewood and the flames are high. With this money, our special forces can also be prepared."
Then he nodded and called Huang Gai and Pan Jun: "Two cavalry division commanders, I want to set up a special force. The first phase will consist of 200 people. I will select soldiers from your cavalry division who are good at riding and shooting. In the afternoon, you two will follow me. Go to the cavalry division camp and assemble the team for training. I want to select 200 of the most elite soldiers." I am very much looking forward to the special forces I plan to build. As long as I use modern training methods and equipment, in time, I will be able to train the enemy. The ace unit was frightened by the news.
