Guangyi became the focus of the Battle of Annan, and everyone's eyes were fixed on it.
Everyone understands that whichever side can win the battle in Guangxi will also win.
To this end, both sides began to mobilize troops and generals to Guangyi with all their strength, and at the same time conducted various harassment and obstruction operations against their opponents.
As a local snake, the Ruan family had great convenience.
They are familiar with the terrain and can easily hide, thus causing huge trouble for the National Defense Forces.
Wehrmacht transport lines and supplies were frequently attacked, intermittent situations occurred throughout.
Fortunately, the National Defense Forces have a powerful navy. Even if they do not come by land, they can also provide huge help by sea.
And this situation has gradually improved over time.
Officials followed the Wehrmacht's lead and began to reform the captured areas.
After the gentry and landlords were eliminated, ordinary people benefited, and people's support began to shift.
It becomes increasingly difficult for the Ruan family to hide among the people and cause damage, and the people often find them out.
The enthusiasm of the people who have stood up is very high, and many people are eager to help the National Defense Forces fight.
They will go deep into the areas occupied by Nguyen and carry out sabotage activities as well.
However, compared with the National Defense Force, the Ruan family was overwhelmed by this situation and had few options.
Although the Nguyen family implemented a strict Baojia Law, they tried to control the people through this method, leaving the small troops of the National Defense Forces with nowhere to hide.
However, the exploited and oppressed people hated the Ruan family and heard about the good things about the liberated areas in the south. They all yearned for them and took the initiative to provide cover for these small troops.
In such a confrontation, the ratio of battle losses between the two sides was completely different.
In a broad sense, the deployment of the National Defense Forces is gradually in place.
Three years later, Zuo Mengeng once again stood on the Yellow River Dam in Taohuayu.
The river is still flowing here, which is spectacular.
But the difference is that behind the north bank, a magnificent artificial construction project has appeared on the vast plain.
"Your Majesty, you see, after more than three years of construction, the first phase of the diversion project has been successfully completed. Once the gate is opened here, the Yellow River water can be introduced into the new river channel."
Xue Fengzuo looked extremely old.
This is what working on a project is like. The wind comes and the rain comes every day, which is the most difficult thing.
There was no way around it. This was a major event related to the fate of the country and the well-being of all people. He had to keep an eye on it personally, otherwise he wouldn't be able to sleep well.
Seeing their hard work in his eyes, Zuo Mengeng didn't say anything to urge them.
For such a major project of the century, no amount of care and caution can be overdue.
"Don't be anxious, there is plenty of time. The country can afford it, so don't get exhausted."
Xue Fengzuo's eyes were filled with tears, and he nodded heavily, feeling extremely emotional.
When he was an official in the Ming Dynasty, Emperor Chongzhen's impatience was unforgettable to many people. Now His Majesty is so considerate, and if he doesn't make some achievements, he will be short of his abilities.
Zuo Mengeng stayed in Henan for half a month, checking along the newly built river channel, and really got a good idea.
Nowadays, the new river channel has reached Damingfu. In terms of efficiency in this era, it is certainly beyond expectations.
I am afraid that in another ten years, the diversion of the Yellow River will become a reality.
By then, the southern section of the Yellow River will no longer suffer from the above-ground rivers, the Huaihe and Huaihe River basins will not have to endure flooding, and the water-scarce North China will also be able to receive a huge amount of water resources.
The only key is whether the water and soil management in the northwest can guarantee the water quality of the Yellow River.
After Zuo Menggen arrived in Shaanxi, he only stayed in Xi'an for one day, and then joined Mao Yuanyi and went straight to Yan'an.
After stepping into the Northern Shaanxi Plateau from the Weihe Plain, the scenery quickly changes.
Looking at the past, the sky is filled with loess, the ravines are like scales, and everything looks extremely desolate under the cold north wind.
The glorious and prosperous times created by the Han and Tang Dynasties were no match for the punishment of nature on mankind.
Zuo Mengeng slowed down and observed carefully along the way.
To his delight, the banks of the river along the way were now lush with vegetation. As you can imagine, after the weather warms up, the mountains become green and beautiful.
"Your Majesty, you see, the water quality of Yanhe River seems to be much better today than it was five years ago."
Mao Yuanyi had not been to Yan'an for a long time. She squatted by the Yanhe River and marveled at the obviously changed river water.
Zuo Mengeng went even further. He reached out and took a handful of river water and put it into his mouth.
There is still a strong sense of sand, but the water quality is no longer completely muddy yellow, but a dull green.
Yan'an County Magistrate Qu Dajun is very proud.
"In the past five years, we have organized the people of the county to carry out soil and water conservation in all ravines near Yanhe River. A total of 18,000 trees of various types have been planted, and the grass planting area has reached 210,000 acres. I also studied in the Agricultural Science and Technology Department. The courtyard got apple saplings, which are growing well and will bear fruit this summer."
Apple trees in later generations can bloom and bear fruit in two to three years, but at this time, apple trees were still relatively primitive and were cultivated in new places, so it would definitely take longer.
Looking at this person who was originally one of the three great Lingnan masters in history, Zuo Mengeng admired him and became more considerate.
"It's good that you can think of growing cash crops here. Although the country can provide a lot of help, if your place can create value, it will be a great achievement. But as a fruit, apples are a big problem to preserve and sell. You Have you ever thought about how to solve related problems?”
Qu Dajun has no stage fright.
"I have reached an agreement with businessmen in Xi'an and plan to build a canned fruit production factory locally. The canned apples produced by then can be sold to various parts of the grassland, and the demand there is huge. In addition, , I have already reported to the provincial government and are preparing to build cement roads connecting Yulin, Guihua City and other places."
"If you want to be rich, build roads first. If you can think of this, this land in northern Shaanxi has a lot to offer."
Zuo Mengeng was very satisfied, and he considered Qu Dajun on his list.
This is a talent that can be cultivated well.
Yujia went north from Yan'an to Yulin.
Compared with Yan'an, the environment here is even harsher. Especially in winter, the northwest wind brings strong yellow sand, which seems to bury the entire city.
Zuo Mengeng was fearless and headed to the Mu Us Desert for actual inspection despite the sand and dust.
The situation is far from ideal.
It’s not that local officials are slacking off or neglecting their duties, but that with the capabilities of this era, it is extremely difficult to manage the desert.
"No matter how hard it is, you have to do it. The country will see your achievements."
Facing the officials' tears of grievance, Zuo Menggeng spoke loudly and gave them the greatest comfort.
Now that the country is so confident, if we don’t govern it, will future generations have to endure hundreds of years of abuse?
On that day, His Majesty the Emperor's speech in the Mu Us Desert spread rapidly throughout the country, setting the tone for the wavering hearts of the people.
From now on, environmental management in the northwest will become an unwavering national policy!
