Picturesque Rivers and Mountains in the Red Chamber

Chapter 272 4.68 Let’s see if you dare to disobey me

Volume Four

4.68 Let’s see if you still dare to be disobedient.

When a new official takes office, and then reports to his superiors, there is absolutely nothing interesting to talk about. There are also the interference of Jia Zheng, Ning Guofu and the so-called "Eight Gong's disciples". However, Zhou Yang doesn't understand what went wrong. In the end, It's just a bullshit conference where you are good to me and everyone is good, plus a useless banquet.

Fortunately, both parties knew that they needed each other, so the overall atmosphere was a "cordial and friendly conversation." The only consensus reached was that Luo Gang would help cover Xue Zihao's future business in Wuchang; in return, Xue Zihao's north-south freight and even salt cargo In business, a branch must be handed over - this kind of large-scale transaction cannot be hidden from those who are interested.

By the afternoon, Zhou Yang lost interest. After a night's rest, he took two girls for a rough tour of Wuchang. He didn't even go to the Yellow Crane Tower, which was just around the corner. He didn't bother to ask Jia Zheng for a letter of introduction. problem, he dragged the girl back to Daye. Of course, there was another reason for this. On October 29, the military uniforms he had asked Jinling to prepare arrived. Also "arriving" together was a familiar person. beautiful woman.

"Ugh - Ziyang, stop hitting!" Wang Shuying really burst into tears. There was no way, Zhou Yang really moved his hands, and the two half-moons that were already mature were obviously red and swollen from the beating, "I didn't expect that either. , the few spinning and weaving machines you left behind are actually useful? You can’t make a lot of money anyway, so why bother--oh, stop it!"

"You ladies of the Wang family, can't you all see nothing but money, and have a narrow vision and can't see things that are a little further away?" Zhou Yang was really angry with her, and she wasn't the only one. In the original work, The three girls from the Wang family who appeared, Wang Shuying, Mrs. Wang and Wang Xifeng, were really outsmarted one by one.

What does the army need?
Putting aside the appearance of training, manpower, etc., the most fundamental thing is logistics and equipment supply. Originally, his plan was very good, relying on the money from the Snow Northland, the weapons and equipment from Xue Xun Arsenal, and the spinning and weaving that Wang Shuying had already obtained. Factory, coupled with the food organized by Zhiguan Jiangnan on the spot, is it difficult to build a strong army in this day and age?

As a result, before anything happened, the planned military quilt factory almost closed down early. How could Zhou Yang not be so angry?
"You didn't even let my sister go - ah!" Obviously, Wang Shuying's "eyesight" in some aspects was a bit too exaggerated.
"What nonsense are you talking about? How could I fall in love with someone like her?" Zhou Yang gritted his teeth and patted her a few more times, which felt good. "She and I have only met each other a few times, how could there be a relationship?"

"I didn't meet you a few times before, so I was attracted by you." Wang Shuying continued to mutter.

"Shut up!" Zhou Yang simply persuaded him physically.

At this time, the location of the two of them will definitely not be the Qianhu yamen in the city, but in the small courtyard where Qianhu resides outside the city. Because they want to avoid Qingwen, Zhao Qiying, who has already guessed the problem, doesn't care, and brings them together. Qianhu Station "delivered goods" and fed the beautiful women who came from afar. On the contrary, it was a matter of handover. Zhao Nuxia and the servants who came with the Xue family took care of it.

"Brother Zhou, there is nothing wrong with the things." More than half an hour later, in the main hall of Qianhu's residence, Zhao Qiying turned over the account book with a businesslike expression and reported, "According to your request, each person will have two sets of military uniforms and two sets of underwear. Wearing small clothes, a set of winter cotton-padded clothes, and matching accessories such as cotton hats, military boots, etc., all have been checked."

"As long as Miss Zhao is satisfied." Wang Shuying was obviously relieved.

"Thank you, Mrs. Xue." Zhao Qiying glanced at Wang Shuying, who had an overly rosy complexion and an obviously unstable sitting posture. Even though she had already guessed, the relationship between the two people in front of her still made her a little uncomfortable, "As for these Please ask Madam to tell you the main reason for being pretended."

"That's fine." Wang Shuying nodded with a smile, "These are quilts."

"Okay, who are you showing that ghostly look to?" Zhou Yang interrupted the awkward conversation between the two by glaring at Zhao Qiying. He simply stood up, picked up Wang Shuying and snatched her chair. He sat down before putting her down. On the thigh, "I will be my own people in the future, so I don't have to think about what I have all day long-let's talk about it."

"Ziyang." Even though she had been mentally prepared, Wang Shuying was still not used to being close to her "son-in-law" in front of outsiders. She struggled several times and couldn't break away. She could only hold back her shame and said, "Military uniforms are all It has been modified according to the requirements and divided into three sizes: large, medium and small to suit different people.

Generally speaking, anyone can guarantee that there will be no obvious looseness or tight wrinkles after wearing it. All useless ribbons or modifications will be removed. The hem will only reach below the knees. The lower body will be paired with straight trousers. All buttons will be used. The buttonholes are made of round iron buckles, and all the straps are made of leather with punched iron buckles. The color is not the bright red regulated by the imperial court, but is changed to dark red according to Ziyang's suggestion. "

The Ming Dynasty of the Zhou Dynasty adopted the Ming Dynasty, and military uniforms favored Huode, that is, bright red. Zhou Yang was not used to this eye-catching color, but he was also unable to change the court regulations, so he took a careless approach and replaced it with dark red. Anyway, in this era The productivity level of any product cannot be said to be perfect, and some errors are normal.

"On the contrary, these military boots, I think they are very good." Her eyes signaled someone to restrain, and Zhao Qiying, who confirmed that he was ignored, could only bear it, "These are the 'combat boots' that Brother Zhou calls, although they are quite heavy to wear. It’s less, but it’s more suitable for activities, and the thick leather soles with steel plates are also more protective.”

"Okay, that's about it." Zhou Yang was too lazy to listen anymore and turned to Zhao Qiying and said, "Have you arranged it all and let them distribute it?"

"I'm afraid I can't find a more generous Qianhu master than you in this world." Zhao Qiying rolled her eyes at him angrily, "Not to mention giving out military uniforms, clothes, shoes and hats, but the equipment has not been deducted from the salary. Fee. In addition, the quality of the military uniforms this time is really satisfactory. Even if it is on the market, it can be called a high-quality product. No matter whether it is distributed or changed, the soldiers below are very enthusiastic; not to mention, there is one set for each person. Beddings and sheets, aren't you afraid of making the people below you unruly?"

"What about you? I remembered to prepare it for you. Why didn't I see you put it on?" Zhou Yang asked with a smile.

"Hmph!" Zhao Qiying was too lazy to respond. She didn't need to think too much to understand that someone must have some idea and deliberately didn't change into it, even though she was really satisfied with the two sets of customized military uniforms - first class It is made of Shu brocade material and made by a professional embroiderer. The size is also customized according to her figure. It is indeed very heroic to wear it.

"Has the arrangement been made at Jinling?" Seeing that the plan failed, Zhou Yang was not disappointed. Anyway, sooner or later there would be a way out, "You've been away for so long, there won't be any problems, right?"

"Don't worry, I've already told Bao Yatou that he'll be watching over there and you won't be able to get out of Dazheer." Wang Shuying said softly, "Also, those spinning and weaving machines were all arranged when I came. , and asked the craftsmen below to imitate a batch of them, and then gathered the tribesmen in each house to prepare what you call a 'textile factory' by the river."

"Isn't that right?" Zhou Yang raised his palm again angrily, which scared Wang Shuying to the point where she almost jumped up, but was held down again, "Money is important, but there are many things that are not bad, just like For all members of the Xue family, once the textile factory expands, it will not only need workers, but also a lot of managers.

When the time comes, pick out a few people who are willing to make progress and can be cultivated. You will not only benefit your own family, but also let outsiders see how much you care about your clan members. You can also earn money for your family. I can also have a reliable person here. The source of your clothes, a good thing that has the best of all worlds, you can drag it down to this, if I don't hit you, who will I hit? "

"Then you were so cruel?" Wang Shuying was really scared of being beaten. She couldn't expect to lie down and sleep for at least three to five days.

"Otherwise you will have a long memory?" Zhou Yang raised his hand and slapped her hard twice. He let her go after he was so frightened that she shed tears. "We'll see if you dare to disobey me in the future!"

“Brother Zhou——” Zhao Qiying was really helpless, “Mrs. You shouldn’t abuse your temper like this!”

"Okay!" Zhou Yang then gently put her down, "I don't have anything to do these days, so I just want to accompany you. Last time, many problems were exposed in the Ye family, and it will take some time to rectify them. In addition to the improvement measures that will be sorted out later, it will take at least half a month to be completed. The people below will take care of these, and we will see when the time comes."

"Then -" Wang Shuying whispered, "Can I take a look at Pan'er?"

"." Zhou Yang thought for a while and nodded, "Let's make an agreement first. We can only watch from a distance and will never let him pass by. He has finally made some progress these days. I don't want him to suffer any more because of your soft heart. What's going on?"

"I'm going now!" Wang Shuying said in surprise.

"No need to go there!" Zhou Yang took an imported telescope (monocular) that Xue Biao brought last time from the bedroom and handed it to her, "Just take a good look here!"

“Mrs. Mrs. Xue?"

"Danglang——" The brass case and glass lens of Qianliwang fell straight to the ground, and broken glass flew everywhere on the spot, "Ugh——Zhou Ziyang, do you really want to kill him? I don't care about the business of Snow Brand Beidi. After being handed over to you, even our mother-in-law has been trampled into this state by you, even Pan'er has already died."

"Wang Shuying, do you really not know what he was like back then?" Zhou Yang tightly hugged the beautiful woman who threw herself into his arms and beat her. Zhou Yang was very annoyed, "Is it possible to expect him to be obedient without some extraordinary means? I just let him train with other soldiers, how could I abuse him again?"

"He is so thin that he has lost his human shape." Wang Shuying cried helplessly.

"But she's also stronger, nearly half as strong, and even taller by nearly two inches!" Zhou Yang interrupted her directly and dragged her into the bedroom, "How about if we work harder, there will be a little one You will be honest!"

Not mentioning Wang Shuying's struggle, Zhao Yanling listened to the various sounds gradually coming from the bedroom with a complicated expression and silently stood up, picked up the broom and dustpan, cleaned up the broken glass and went out.

(End of this chapter)