"There are still many changes in the next situation. I dare not draw any conclusions. At present, what we have to do is to strengthen our troops, build momentum, and make money. Now all the horse infantry in Huainan are under the control of Brother Jiang. The navy is also a brother who we have fought side by side with. During the anti-Japanese war in the past, many more troops were added. Currently, there are about 60,000 people in the navy and land army. Brother Jiang, what you have to do next is to These 60,000 soldiers and horses are well trained and vigorously produce guns and artillery, especially artillery. It has the final say and the ability to determine victory or defeat. In the past, King Anyang had 100,000 Jingdong Navy troops stationed at Penglai Military Port in Dengzhou. Although I killed them There are a few generals, but there must be many old loyal troops of King Anyang - how to establish contact with these old troops is what you have to do next, Brother Liao."
"Sister-in-law?" Liao Heng blurted out and suddenly realized.
"Yes, it is Princess Han and the little princess," Song Che said with a smile: "You should understand my words by now, 'Dumplings are not as delicious as dumplings, and they are not as fun as sister-in-law'? The reason why I brought them to you, This is also the purpose." Jiang Yuntian suddenly grabbed Liao Heng's shoulders, stared and asked, "No way? You love sister-in-law!"
"What the hell, I don't like eating dumplings, let alone my sister-in-law," Liao Heng slapped Jiang Yuntian's hand away and said angrily, "I let them sleep in the master bedroom at home. "
"Princess Han's natal family is the famous Shouchun Mansion. The old manager in Shouchun Mansion is a veteran of three generations of Daliang. The Liu'an Army and the Wuwei Army under his rule are both powerful forces in Daliang. King Anyang rebelled. The Han family should be implicated, but Han is not. This shows that the power of his family means that even the emperor has to use his discretion. You must also make good use of this relationship." Liao Heng was convinced by Song Che's words.
"Who are you?" Jiang Yuntian asked.
"Me? Of course I am responsible for making money and being your most solid backing," Song Che clapped his fingers: "Does it cost money to make guns and artillery? Does it cost money to recruit soldiers and horses in the future? After recruiting soldiers and horses, you will have food, clothing, housing, transportation, food, drink, etc. You need money, right? Money is not everything, and you can’t do anything without money! In troubled times, the child with milk is the mother, and the one with money is the king." Liao Heng was a little worried, "Such a huge expense , can you handle it?" Song Che waved his hand and said with a smile: "Of course I can't support the war with my little wealth. I still have to pay the government to take the big lead, and then cheat a lot of money from the wealthy businessmen. After cheating the wealthy businessmen, I can call on the people to donate. If this is not enough, don’t forget that we also have She Island on the sea, and there are many gold mines hidden there.”
"But..." Liao Heng was still worried: "To compete in the world, the most taboo thing is to use unknown masters. King Anyang still knows how to use superstition, but if we blatantly recruit troops and cultivate power, I am afraid it will be difficult to win the hearts of the people and obey God's will."
"Wrong, wrong, really wrong!" Song Che corrected loudly: "You must remember that we are not rebelling, but 'driving out the Tartars, defending our country, and restoring China'!"
If you want to avoid being criticized by the world, you must shout your flag and slogans well. "Jiang Yuntian praised: "Drive out the Tartars and restore China? This slogan makes people's blood boil as soon as they hear it! "
"To achieve great things, the right time, place and people must be mastered. These three factors must be mastered. The time is the conflict between Dijon and Daliang, and the people are Brother Liao's blood and connections. As for the right place," Song Che looked at Jiang Yuntian: " Brother Jiang, please remember that once Dijon breaks through the border or lands in Hebei through the Bohai Bay, regardless of whether the imperial court orders it or not, you will immediately send your troops north to occupy Xuzhou in the name of rushing for reinforcements. Xuzhou borders the coast to the east, the Central Plains to the west, and Arrival to the north. Hebei, controlling Huainan in the south, and with the Yellow River flowing through it, is a battleground for military strategists. Once we firmly occupy this state, Jiangnan will be safe, and your mother-in-law will be safe!"
"Okay... wait, what does it have to do with my mother-in-law?" Jiang Yuntian looked confused. Song Che asked, "Is it possible that you still want the princess to accompany you to train and fight? Of course, come back to Hangzhou with me." Jiang Yuntian curled his lips: "I won't let her go to the battlefield." Song Che said with a smile. : "You two are in an 'underground love affair' after all. It's best not to let others know about your relationship, so as not to be gossiped about by unscrupulous people. Besides, Hangzhou is the rear area. Even if the war burns to the south in the future, Hangzhou can still be lived in peace." Liao Heng patted his chest and promised: "Brother Jiang, don't worry. When I become the rightful ruler of the world in the future, I will marry you to the princess with the courtesy of a prince and noble, and make you the biggest son-in-law in the world." Jiang Yun Tian smiled and readily agreed.
"Okay, tonight's affairs have been explained. If the situation in the world changes, I will come to you again... Now, hurry up and get off the ship. Don't delay me going home for the New Year's Eve dinner." Song Che urged to see off the guests.
Jiang Yuntian returned to the cabin, said goodbye to Zhao Qin, and then grabbed Liao Heng and flew off the bow. Song Che ordered the sailors to raise the sail, and in the snowy night, the passenger ship left the dock and sailed towards home.
…This year’s New Year’s Eve is particularly deserted. Lanterns are still hanging on the streets, people are still coming and going, the festival is still there, and the hustle and bustle is still there, but there is always a little less joy from the heart.
Song Che arrived in Hangzhou just before dark. After getting off the boat, he rented a carriage and drove Zhao Qin and the others home, fearing that they would not be able to eat the hot New Year's Eve dinner.
However, the Song Mansion didn't even hang a lantern in front of the door. The door was closed tightly, and it was so clean that it seemed like it was isolated from the world.
Song Che frowned.
"Dong dong dong!" Song Che knocked on the door heavily.
"Dong dong dong!"
"Come on, come on, what are you knocking on?"
"Creak--" The door opened, and the servant stuck his head out, and saw Song Che. He was so surprised that he couldn't speak incoherently: "Aunt...Uncle, you...every time you come back, you give me such a surprise!" Yes. Kun.
To be honest, when he saw the deserted house, Song Che was still worried that something had happened, but when he saw Akun's playful and smiling face, he immediately felt relieved.
"What's going on? You didn't even light a lamp on New Year's Eve?" Song Che scolded.
"My wife said that you are not at home, and they are not celebrating the Chinese New Year, so they are not allowed to decorate..." A Kun felt aggrieved.
"If New Year's Eve is not festive, how can we be happy next year?" Song Che immediately took out an ingot of gold and threw it to A Kun, urging: "Gather all the servants and maids to go to the market to buy the best, brightest and most beautiful ones. Yes, lanterns, flower curtains, long red flowers, fireworks, I want them all. After spending the rest, I will treat it as lucky money for you. Go quickly!" A Kun held the gold ingot in both hands and ran towards the house. He yelled at the top of his voice: "First Madam, Second Madam, Third Madam, Fourth Madam, Fifth Madam, Coco, Fu'er, Atui... Come out quickly, my uncle is coming back!"
