"I believe everyone is confused about this issue, so let me explain it here today."
"The Ming Dynasty's military attache system has always had problems, and there are often inconsistencies in official power."
"Therefore, we have created this general title hierarchy, which is a reclassification of the official ranks and authority of the generals of the Ming Dynasty. From now on, the official position will be the official position, and the title level will be the title level. One is for the court, and the other is for the military. . In addition, those with a war zone title can also receive a general salary. The southeast, northwest, and southeast represent war zones. In the future, you will fight the enemy in this direction to reduce the uncertainty of mobilization."
"For example, Lan Yu's first-class Pingbei general will be the North War Zone's main responsible for the north, He Wenhui's second-class Pingxi will be the West War zone's main responsibility for the west, and Zhu Wenzheng's second-class Pingnan will be the southern war zone mainly responsible for the southern war. If There is an enemy situation on Muying's side, and you want to mobilize troops to support him."
"Finally, there is Feng Xue. He is the third-class Anton general. Before the Japanese pirates are cleared along the coast, he may participate in the war as a military advisor. After our Ming navy clears the Japanese pirates along the coast, he will be responsible for the expedition to Fusang and directly attack the Japanese pirates. Lair.”
Zhu Yuanzhang said.
Zhu Yuanzhang explained it in person, and everyone suddenly understood.
"Lanyu, congratulations, you will become a general responsible for targeting Beiyuan from now on."
Mu Ying teased Lan Yu.
"Haha! Congratulations, congratulations. Mu Shuai, you have the highest title level, which makes us envious."
"Come, let's have a drink, brothers. From now on, we will go south and north. I'm afraid there won't be many opportunities."
Lan Yu laughed, very satisfied with being assigned to the Northern War Zone.
In the crowd, Zhu Di clenched his fists slightly as he looked at the cheerful atmosphere.
He also wants to go to the battlefield. He wants to become the most powerful first-class general who conquers the north - the general who conquers the north!
If Zhu Di was just yearning for it, then some people in the crowd had more complicated expressions.
Xu Da looked at Zhu Yuanzhang and his mind began to change.
Originally, with his status, the life cycle of a general should have been completely ended in this life, and he would never have the chance to go to the battlefield again, otherwise he would be unblockable.
But after Empress Ma and Xiao Han's successive efforts, a system of titled generals was added to the titles in addition to the titles. Does that mean that veteran generals like them will have the opportunity to go to war again in the future?
Thinking of this, Xu Da's heart couldn't help but feel hot.
The battlefield is the final destination of a general. If possible, who would be willing to stay in the capital and follow a group of civil servants to go to court every day to quarrel?
"Brother, let's toast you too."
With this mentality, Xu Da walked up to Zhu Yuanzhang and picked up the wine glass.
"Hey! Brother, come on!"
At this time, Zhu Yuanzhang, who was also a little drunk because he drank the high-alcohol wine provided by Xiao Han, did not refuse anyone who came.
The two brothers clinked their glasses and drank it all in one gulp.
"Brother, you see, young people have been given the title of war zone general. Can you give us one as well?"
Xu Da drank the wine and said to Zhu Yuanzhang.
"how?"
"I miss the battlefield again."
Zhu Yuanzhang slightly turned his eyes. Although he was drunk, he still saw Xu Da's thoughts.
"Ahem!"
"We know we can't hide this from you, brother."
Xu Da coughed twice.
"Okay, how about I give you a third-class General Pingdong first?"
Zhu Yuanzhang joked.
"Brother, don't do this."
"I don't need to be the head coach to fight against Beiyuan, but you can at least arrange one for me in the north, west or south, right?"
Xu Da said with a bitter look on his face.
"I'm afraid it won't work now. The new system we established will not be easy to give without the merits of the new system."
"Well, after your girl and Feng Xue get married, we can find an opportunity to allow you to go out and fight."
Zhu Yuanzhang thought for a while and said.
In fact, Xu Da's identity is already the highest military officer of the Ming Dynasty in addition to Zhu Yuanzhang. This titled general cannot enhance Xu Da's authority and status at all.
The reason why Zhu Yuanzhang did not give these old brothers a direct match with the corresponding title general level was because he really wanted to get these old brothers out to fight a few more battles at a critical moment.
After all, a title-level general requires another salary. With so many people, it is not a small sum. For Lao Zhu, who knows how to live, if he gives it directly without getting the corresponding expansion of territory, The result of the battle, isn't that a loss of blood?
"Brother, we want it too."
Chang Yuchun also spoke.
"Everyone has a chance, everyone has a chance."
Zhu Yuanzhang said with a smile.
"Fengxue, do you think we should completely improve this title general system into a general officer hierarchy system in the future?"
On the side, Zhu Biao asked Xiao Han in a low voice.
"I still want it, but not now. Do you see how happy dad is chatting with a group of old brothers now?"
"At least we have to let dad get back all the investment in this title level with profits, and then improve it, otherwise dad will be unhappy."
Xiao Han smiled helplessly.
He originally planned to simply use this to complete a change in the military structure, but Lao Zhu personally stopped the matter.
When he supplemented the details with Zhu Yuanzhang before coming out today, Zhu Yuanzhang did not show the same satisfied expression as before, but frowned and said, "Let us think about it before we talk."
Xiao Han knew what was going on.
Since Zhu Yuanzhang has spoken personally, Xiao Han is naturally not in a hurry. Let this title level hang as an honorary title for a while. When Zhu Yuanzhang feels that the time is right, he will link it to real power.
"How long do you have to wait?"
Zhu Biao couldn't help but grin.
"Why don't you go tell dad?"
Xiao Han looked at Zhu Biao.
"Then let's wait."
Zhu Biao said helplessly.
For Zhu Biao, as the most stable prince in history, he is even qualified to confront Zhu Yuanzhang.
But there is only one thing that Zhu Yuanzhang will never give in to, and that is extravagance and waste.
Coming from a poor background, Zhu Yuanzhang cannot be said to be stingy, but he does value frugality. If he, Lao Zhu, were not allowed to make some money, it would feel like robbing money from him, and he would probably not even enjoy his meals.
"Alas! When will our Ming Dynasty become truly rich?"
"Fengxue, how much money can your paper mill make every day now?"
Zhu Biao asked Xiao Han.
That industry chain belongs entirely to Xiao Han. If Xiao Han does not provide information to Zhu Biao, Zhu Biao will not get any other information except that the scale is very large.
"It's not too much. The production lines now only print some of the "Political Outline of the Ming Dynasty", "The Rules of the Ming Dynasty", "The Essential Techniques of the Ming Dynasty", "The Dictionary of the Ming Dynasty" and the traditional Four Books and Five Classics. The business of selling paper has not yet started. "
"You know, in order to industrialize our printing and papermaking industry in Ming Dynasty and allow those merchants to complete the transformation from small workshops to production lines, the price will not be high."
Xiao Han shook his head slightly and said.
"Huh? You haven't confirmed the price yet?"
Zhu Biao said in surprise.
"Their production cost situation involves many industries and all aspects. Even the Market Transaction Management Department cannot calculate it immediately."
"However, I estimate that today should be enough. When I get back, I should send the relevant information over."
Xiao Han thought for a while and said.
"Can't it be a win-win situation for our Ming Dynasty to make money and promote industry?"
Zhu Biao said helplessly.
"Actually, it's not impossible. It's just the early stage when you make less money."
"After the entire factory is completed and my production line is fully operational, I will make a lot of money."
"Especially after those who are unable to industrialize the production line withdraw, they will definitely not be willing to go bankrupt. At that time, they will try to find ways to help us open up sales channels outside Daming and sell our cheap paper from Daming. "
Xiao Han opened his mouth to explain.
"How's your big land reclamation plan going?"
Xiao Han turned to Zhu Biao and asked.
"My place is pretty good, and various places have begun to implement land reclamation plans."
"It's just that the Lingnan side is still a bit weak. On the one hand, there are many people, and on the other hand, the land is not flat."
"Fortunately, it is Liu Bowen who is doing this. With his help, although it is not easy, it can still be pushed forward."
Zhu Biao said.
"By the way, how are your wedding arrangements going?"
"I remember you went to Huangjue Temple to offer incense, right?"
Xiao Han suddenly raised his eyebrows at Zhu Biao.
"Yes, the early preparations are very cumbersome."
"Let's not talk about it from my parents. The Ministry of Rites actually made arrangements. I'm getting annoyed every day."
"Don't laugh secretly. When you marry two, you will suffer the consequences."
Zhu Biao looked at Xiao Han's appearance and snorted.
"Yeah, I'm a little scared."
Xiao Han chuckled.
"By the way, you've been taking the medicine given by Lao Wu for a few days. How do you feel?"
"My parents are more concerned about your health. She is worried that your body will not be able to hold on and collapse."
Zhu Biao asked Xiao Han.
"Lao Wu is indeed very good at medical skills. Although I haven't felt any obvious effects yet, the illness I suffered from traveling all the way during the expedition healed faster, and now I basically feel nothing."
Xiao Han said.
"That's good. Mom seems to have specially prepared a dose of tonic soup for you. You have to drink it when you get married."
Zhu Biao smiled at Xiao Han.
"Huh? What kind of tonic soup?"
Xiao Han was slightly startled and had a bad feeling.
"Ahem!"
"Well, as the saying goes, you make up for what you eat."
Zhu Biao said to Xiao Han.
"Here... tell my mother for me, Lao Wu's medicine is very useful. I feel a lot better now, so I don't need Dabu Decoction."
Xiao Han said after being silent for a while.
Xiao Han couldn't eat that kind of food in his previous life, and he wouldn't want to eat it in this life either.
"That's not possible. Mom is also doing it for your own good, so that you can pass the test smoothly. After all, you are twice as difficult as you."
"I promised my mother that I would watch you drink it that day. Don't try any tricks then."
Zhu Biao said with a smile.
(End of chapter)
