After understanding these situations, Guo Kang probably knew what Cao's requirements were.
The influence of the Cao family in the army has never been too strong, but their connections have always been well managed. In particular, the diplomatic environment of the Purple Horde Khanate was a disaster in the early days. At that time, their efforts gave everyone a lot of help.
As for Cao Xun and his nephews, due to the increasing number of professional civil servants, they, like other families, began to "retreat" to the army. Coupled with Cao Xun's own personal interests, he did quite well in this regard. Although his eldest son Cao Zhonglin changed his career again, his two sons-in-law were still generals in the army.
But even so, other aspects of the relationship are important to them. For example, the impact on the Ross area is an important part. The important fulcrum for this influence to be exerted lies in the special role of the Ryazan Principality.
During the reign of "Viper" Oleg, the Cao family encountered its biggest crisis. But faced with the pursuit of Queen Mother Helena, the strong and agile Oleg decisively chose to help his son-in-law hide. As he expected, Queen Mother Helena did not have the ability to maintain the pursuit, nor could she reach so far without help. In the end, the matter came to an end, and Oleg also consolidated his relationship with the Cao family.
Relying on this special network of contacts, Oleg's career has also gone smoothly. According to Guo Kang's understanding, it will only be more radical than the situation in history. It's a pity that these measures still cannot completely change the local social situation in the short term.
As for now, Archduke Feodor, who is struggling to maintain the situation, needs external support even more. Others may question his authority, but everyone knows that Irina Olegovna of Dadu is his sister and has always supported his rule. In this case, opponents have to think more.
According to history, in the future, Ryazan, which cannot produce tyrants, will gradually decline, and will eventually be annexed by Moscow, which has a less perfect system but has many tyrants. Even now, discerning people can already see that the decline is gradually emerging, so the local rulers are indeed willing to pay part of the price in exchange for the Purple Horde Khanate's more direct intervention.
Mrs. Elena may have used this opportunity to successfully convince them.
"I probably understand." Guo Kang showed a clear expression.
Although this may sound a bit strange to Serisians. But let alone the era at the end of the Middle Ages, even in modern times, it is not unusual for other countries to recruit troops on their own territory. As long as the remuneration is high enough, it would not be surprising for the entire country to become mercenaries.
Ryazan is theoretically a vassal of the Purple Horde Khanate, so this kind of thing doesn't matter even more.
"I understand too. If this plan can succeed, then more farms can be set up in the Ryazan area as bases and demonstration areas." Not surprisingly, Theodora also figured it out: "In this way, they can also Watch us and try to solve management problems.”
"Yes, and they can also be protected to survive this unstable time." Mrs. Elena said: "The Ryazan court is somewhat worried about the current situation."
"My father's measures back then, although there are many flaws now, at least prove that even in the backward Ross area, this method still has hope of success. If Rome can help organize it, then the biggest problem will be solved .”
"I think there is no problem." Tuo Huan also said: "Although their idea is old, if it develops in the future, won't it be the Qin system? We, the Great Qin State, also understand the Qin system. If we help them change it, everyone will gain something. .”
"Uh..." Guo Kang thought for a while and felt that this was not too wrong, so he nodded.
"That's good." Mrs. Elena couldn't help but breathed a sigh of relief: "I want to talk to you this time, mainly because I hope to introduce these situations. In this way, it will be more convenient for future cooperation. Since everyone feels that No problem, I feel relieved.”
When it comes to this, the matter comes to an end. Mrs. Elena asked Cao Jian to bring some brochures and said that what was written on them was the recruitment plan they had discussed. If there are no problems, it will be submitted to the Senate and the Council of Thirteen as part of the plan.
Cao Jian followed his instructions and distributed the brochure to everyone. Finally, he hesitated and asked Mrs. Elena: "Grandma, if we really want to send a demonstration team to Egypt this time, can I go with it?"
"It won't be necessary this time." Mrs. Elena shook her head and said, "This time is a special situation, Mr. Guo is leading the team. Don't argue. Your grandfather and I will find a good opportunity for you later."
Cao Jian was obviously reluctant. He struggled for a moment and sat back angrily.
"How about we ask Mr. Cao to follow us." Guo Kang felt that this was not good, so he took the initiative and said: "There will be no shortage of vacancies in the expeditionary force, so there is no problem in changing them. If we go together, we can also help each other. "
"Don't mess around with him." Mrs. Elena shook her head. She had been consulting Guo Kang's opinion before, but on this matter, she acted like an elder and denied it: "We discussed with all parties several times before roughly finalizing the officer's arrangement, and now we are making temporary adjustments. How can I tell others?"
Guo Kang had nothing to do now. He looked at Theodora and found that the other person also shook his head slightly and refused to let him say any more. He had no choice but to smile bitterly at Cao Jian, saying that he could only help here. There was nothing he could do about other people's family matters.
Guo Kang doesn't need to worry about the next thing.
The Queen Mother and Lady Elena asked Tuohuan and Theodora to stay, and there was something else they wanted to talk to them alone. Guo Kang and others were preparing to leave. However, when she saw Joanna walking towards Guo Kang and starting to talk, Theodora became worried again.
"I'll just discuss things here." She said to Tuohuan in a hurry, "You can go play with Anda."
Lady Elena seemed to feel bad, but Queen Elizabeth looked back and forth and seemed to understand what her granddaughter meant.
"Okay." She said, "Just ask Theodora to tell you and your father later."
Tuo Huan was quite happy with this, so she turned around and ran to Guo Kang.
Joanna did not show any displeasure, and went out with them, walked to the wall, and stopped.
"Mr. Guo." She asked proactively: "I said half of what I said before, but I haven't finished yet. Is there any new progress in your car experiment? Do you still need my help?"
"That would be great." Guo Kang said quickly: "I believe that these more mobile power supply vehicles will have more practical effects."
"Speaking of which, I was in a theater troupe before and saw that reflector." He remembered the equipment in the theater before: "Actually, this is quite good. If the equipment we make can be put into use quickly, it will be The cost can be recovered as soon as possible, making it easier to continue research. Moreover, more people will be willing to invest and support it."
"Speaking of which, how did you contact Guo Kanganda? How did you remember to invest money in him?" Tuohuan next to him asked with interest: "His experiment was quite troublesome. I wanted to help him before , but it took a lot of effort to raise money. Did you know each other before, and you were so helpful right away?"
When Joanna heard this, she chuckled.
"I did recognize him before - but this is normal. Like ordinary citizens, I recognize him, but he does not recognize me."
"As for helping him raise funds, it's not just a matter of funds." She explained: "Getting closer to people like Mr. Guo is an opportunity we have dreamed of."
"Do you still remember my previous metaphor? The status of urban businessmen like us, who are born in small noble families, is similar to that of a fox in the forest. I am just a female fox, and he is a powerful lion to me." Joanna looked at Guo Kang, her eyes wandering, and inadvertently, she began to move closer to him: "In this way, you can understand my choice."
"I understand the meaning, but your metaphor is not quite right." Tuohuan shook his head: "In fact, we are not lions, but wolves."
"Huh?" Joanna was slightly surprised, paused, and seemed to be thinking quickly about the meaning of this metaphor.
"Because we are Khitan Wolf Warriors!" Tuohuan suddenly spoke out her setting before she could think about it.
"..."
Guo Kang was speechless.
(End of chapter)
