Lu Xuan arrived at Zhen Mi's yard. The lights in the room were still bright, and Zhen Mi was immersed in reading.
When Lu Xuan saw Zhen Mi reading, he was a little curious and asked, "What are you reading?"
Zhen Mi looked up and saw Lu Xuan, quickly put down the book in her hand and said, "Husband, what I am interested in is the weaving skills. Sister Mi said that the management of Zuo Bozhi has been handed over to her husband, and she has to choose a new business direction. Prepare to start with weaving."
"Sister Mi and I have been studying for a long time, but we haven't decided on a direction yet and don't know what to do. So these days, we are still studying. Both I and Sister Mi believe that fabrics and satin are definitely an opportunity."
"Food, clothing, housing and transportation are essential, just like Zuo Bo's paper is necessary for scholars."
"We found many people who weave, but the change in weaving is different from the change in papermaking, and it is not as simple as papermaking."
Zhen Mi looked confident and said slowly: "I told Sister Mi that we need to be patient in this matter. Papermaking is easier to copy. Once our weaving skills are improved, it will be more stable and difficult to be copied."
Lu Xuan's eyes lit up after hearing this.
Mi Huan and Zhen Mi are really treasure girls. Mi Huan first helped Uncle Zuo improve Zuo Bo's paper, which became Lu Xuan's treasure trove.
Now, we are targeting cloth and satin.
This is good stuff.
During the Three Kingdoms period, in terms of fabrics and satin, the best was Shu Brocade operated by the Prime Minister. Under the circumstances at that time, Shu Brocade became a hard currency, which could exchange a large amount of foreign exchange funds for the Shu Kingdom.
Zhen Mi and Mi Huan have ideas in this regard and can encourage them. It’s just that Shu brocade is in Yizhou and has local characteristics. In places like Yangzhou, the best choice is the historical Yun brocade.
Nanjing Yunjin, known as every inch of brocade, began to appear in the Eastern Jin Dynasty and has been developing, reaching its peak in the Ming and Qing Dynasties.
Even in later generations, Yunjin will be difficult to replace with machines.
Because it is very troublesome to make.
In fact, trouble is right. If it's not troublesome, it's not easy to operate. Some bags in later generations were specially made by hand to increase the added value.
Lingluo silk and satin are expensive consumables, specially supplied to powerful families and high-ranking officials to earn money from the rich. So it's not easy to make, and it doesn't have any impact.
Lu Xuan had an idea and said with a smile: "I will think about the situation of manufacturing brocade first and then discuss it with you. I think there is definitely a lot to do in this regard, and we can go all out to do it."
Seeing Lu Xuan's encouragement, Zhen Mi said happily: "My husband, do you agree too?"
"Of course I agree!"
Lu Xuan answered firmly and said, "You and Mi Huan are good at management and know how to manage it. You can work hard in this area. From now on, my money bag will be supported by the money you two make."
Zhen Mi was even more excited and said expectantly: "Husband, don't worry, I will definitely do well."
Lu Xuan sat down next to Zhen Mi, read and chatted together, and finally rested calmly.
One night passed, and early the next morning, Lu Xuan had breakfast, went to the study, and arranged for Gan Ning and Pang Tong to be invited to the study.
In addition, Lu Su was also notified.
Lu Xuan looked around the three of them and said straight to the point: "I called you here this time about the layout of Liaodong. Lu Su proposed the Liaodong strategy before, but Gan Ning and Lu Meng went to Yuzhang County."
"Now that the people are back and Jinfan Camp's army has been repaired, I am ready to officially launch the Liaodong Plan."
"My arrangement is to focus on Gan Ning's Jinfan Camp. Gan Ning will serve as the commander-in-chief and Pang Tong will serve as the military advisor. They will lead the Jinfan Camp out to sea and follow the maritime trade routes of merchants heading north to Liaodong to establish a foothold in the southeast of Liaodong."
"First take root and establish a foothold, then start transporting war horses. Further capture part of the Liaodong area, and finally seize Liaodong to prepare for our counterattack on Youzhou."
Lu Xuan explained the general situation and said, "What do you think?"
"The general is willing!"
Gan Ning replied excitedly.
There was a bright smile on his face. When he returned to Shu County, Lu Xuan had said that his Jinfan Camp would have new tasks. Only the Jinfan Battalion under his command can handle this task.
Unexpectedly, I was going to Liaodong.
This is the opportunity.
It is also an opportunity to expand territory.
Lu Xuan nodded, turned his eyes, looked at Pang Tong again, and asked, "Shi Yuan, what do you think?"
Pang Tong's eyes were shining brightly and he said: "During this period, I often feel that I am not able to do what I want when I am in charge of the affairs of the officials. It's not that I can't do it well, but I am fully responsible for such tedious things. I am not willing to do it. My lord, let me get out of my job. I am very happy to be humble."
Lu Xuan nodded and ordered: "In that case, you two cooperate. In the general direction, Pang Tong's opinion will prevail. In the battle on the battlefield, Gan Ning's opinion will ultimately prevail."
"I humbly obey my orders!"
Pang Tong and Gan Ning answered simultaneously.
Lu Xuan said: "If you need supplies or money, go to Mi Fang directly. In short, I will do my best to provide you with logistics, and I will leave the other aspects to you. We will strive to establish a foothold in Liaodong within two or three years."
Lu Xuan didn't have much hope for the progress in Liaodong because it was too far away from Yangzhou and it was bitterly cold in Liaodong.
People from the south have a hard time adapting.
Pang Tong and Gan Ning both agreed.
Pang Tong thought for a while and asked: "My lord, I have resigned from the post of Minister Cao. I need someone to take charge of the post. Who is this candidate? With the candidate, I can make arrangements for the handover of the post as early as possible so that I can start my journey earlier."
Lu Xuan looked at Lu Su and asked, "Zijing, what do you think of taking over as Minister Cao?"
"My lord, no!"
Lu Su shook his head and refused rationally.
Lu Xuan asked: "What do you think?"
Lu Su replied: "Reporting to my lord, I may be able to run the government with a humble position in charge of the officials. But in this aspect, the person who is the best at it must be Zhang Zhao. I am only willing to be a military advisor and make plans for my lord."
"The official Cao Shangshu is appointed Zhang Zhao."
"During this period, I got to know Zhang Zhao's situation, and he did a good job in the Five Classics Hall. The current Five Classics Hall, because of Zhang Zhao's combing, has established the official structure of the Five Classics Hall and is operating very well."
"Although Zhang Zhao has made mistakes, we cannot deny his ability to handle government affairs. Such a person cannot be left aside because it is a waste of talent. Regardless of whether he made mistakes or not, as long as he is useful to the lord, he should be used."
Lu Su saluted solemnly and said respectfully: "My lord, please give me a clear warning."
Pang Tong glanced at Lu Su in surprise.
Even more admiration.
Li Cao Shangshu is the head of all Cao Cao and the head of the civil servants under Lu Xuan. Lu Su's qualifications were weaker, but Pang Tong believed that with Lu Su's ability, he would definitely be qualified. In addition, Lu Su was Lu Xuan's military advisor and the person Lu Xuan trusted the most. It was not difficult for Lu Su to secure his position as Cao Shangshu.
But Lu Su gave up.
In Pang Tong's heart, it seemed as if he had truly known Lu Su, and he was even more moved by Lu Su in his heart. No wonder Lu Su could become the lord's military advisor.
In the face of huge interests, not ordinary people can give up, nor can ordinary people stay calm.
Lu Xuan was also a little surprised, but more pleased. Lu Su was more considerate of the overall situation when doing things, and he was exactly the person he needed. Lu Xuan nodded, with a look of approval on his face, and said, "I agree with Zijing's suggestion."
Lu Su said: "My lord is wise."
Lu Xuan nodded and said: "Since Zhang Zhao is back, Shi Yuan will go north with Gan Ning directly. There is no need to hand over. Okay, let's go our separate ways."
"Here!"
Lu Su, Pang Tong and Gan Ning stood up and retreated.
Lu Xuan asked Lu Xun to notify Zhang Zhao to come to the Prefecture Mufu. Not long after, Zhang Zhao hurriedly entered. A few months have passed, and Zhang Zhao has become more low-key and approachable.
In the past, Zhang Zhao was high-spirited and very powerful. Now Zhang Zhao has restrained his sharpness, giving people a feeling of being ingenious and unsophisticated. He looks approachable and there is nothing strange about him. But Zhang Zhao stood here with a different demeanor.
Lu Xuan's eyes also lit up.
With the help of Xiangrui and Yangzhou's wealthy family, I was able to knock Zhang Zhao out, which was an unexpected surprise.
When Zhang Zhao saw Lu Xuan, he bowed respectfully and said, "I humble my post, Zhang Zhao, and pay my respects to my lord."
