Eagle-eyed and wolf-watching

Chapter 1670 B Military Factory

September 1st, sunny and cloudless

Led by Cui Yiping and others, the head of the Ministry of Rites, Dariachi and his party came to No. 37, Fuwang Street, West District, Yijing.

Dariyachi looked up at the plaque of the B3 Military Factory, a trace of doubt flashed in his eyes, and then he asked Cui Yiping beside him:

"What does this mean, B3 Military Factory?"

"Prince, there are more than a dozen military factories of various sizes throughout Daqian. The General Staff has divided these factories into four levels: A, B, C, and D based on their scale, production conditions, and production technology. This B3 military factory is a B-level military factory!"

Dariyachi pondered for a moment and asked:
"Is this the largest arsenal in Yijing?"

"In terms of the production capacity and staff size of the arsenal, the B3 Military Factory is the largest arsenal in Yijing!"

Hearing Cui Yiping's answer, Dariyachi took a deep look at Cui Yiping in front of him, and then said:
"Master Cui, are you a dishonest person?"

"Your Highness, what do you mean by that?"

"Master Cui, you just told me that your military factories in Daqian have four levels: A, B, C, and D. Then you told me that this B3 military factory is the largest. Don't you think this is contradictory?"

"If you don't want to show it to us, just tell us not to show it. Don't treat us grassland people as fools!"

Hearing Dariyachi say this, Cui Yiping quickly explained with a smile:
"Your Highness, you have misunderstood. Although that Grade A military factory is the highest-level military factory in our Daqian, it is not the largest military factory..."

Hearing Cui Yiping's words, Dariyachi's eyes flashed with a fleeting gleam, and then he pretended to be puzzled and asked:

"Didn't you just say that the General Staff divided these factories into four levels, A, B, C, and D, based on their size, production conditions, and production technology? Grade A is actually higher than Grade B, so how could it not be the largest military factory?"

Hearing Dariyachi say this, Cui Yiping was about to explain, but seeing Dariyachi's puzzled expression, he seemed to realize something, and immediately swallowed back the words that were about to come out of his mouth, and then smiled and said:
"Your Highness, I am an official from the Ministry of Rites. I don't know how the General Staff is arranged!"

Hearing Cui Yiping say this, Dariyachi knew that he was on guard, but he still continued to ask unwillingly:
"Minister Cui, your great uncle is the famous Cui Shao. Although I am far away in the grassland, I have heard of Minister Cui's name for a long time. You must know something. Since the emperor has asked me to see it, why hide it?"

"Don't try to trick me, my prince. I really don't know how the General Staff arranged it!"

Seeing that Cui Yiping kept his mouth shut, Dari Achi had to give up although he was somewhat reluctant. He walked towards the B3 Military Factory under the guidance of Cui Yiping.

A moment later, the group walked into the military factory. However, to Cui Yiping's surprise, no one in the entire arsenal came to greet them.

Seeing this, Cui Yiping immediately looked at a servant beside him. Although Cui Yiping did not speak, he understood the question in his eyes and said immediately:

"Lord Cui, I informed Director Zhang of the Third Army Arsenal yesterday. I told them that you and the Crown Prince were coming to visit today..."

Cui Yiping Wenyan was even more confused. Taking Dari Achi to inspect Yijing was a very important job for him, which was related to his future career, so he attached great importance to it. When he came to visit today, he asked his capable subordinates to inform him yesterday, so that Zhang Shengli, the director of the Yisan Military Factory, could prepare for the reception!

Just when Cui Yiping was somewhat puzzled, a sudden light bulb went off in his head, as if he had thought of something. He muttered to himself in annoyance, "I forgot, I forgot! Zhang Shengli is from Youyan!"

Hearing Cui Yiping's mumbling, Dariyachi asked curiously:
"Master Cui, what are you talking about? What do you mean he is from Youyan?"

In response to Dariyachi's question, Cui Yiping said perfunctorily:

"It's nothing, my prince. I just suddenly remembered something!"

After saying this, Cui Yiping looked at the officer and ordered:

"Go tell Zhang Shengli that it was His Majesty's order to bring the eldest prince here for a visit, so don't let him make a mistake!"

"Yes!"

Half a cup of tea later, a tall and burly middle-aged bald man came out with a dozen factory managers and came in front of Cui Yiping Dariachi.

This middle-aged bald man is Zhang Shengli, the director of the Yisan Military Factory. He was born in a humble family and was originally a blacksmith. Seven years ago, he applied for a position in the Yiyi Military Factory. He started as an ordinary front-line worker and worked his way up to foreman. Later, when the Yisan Military Factory was established, he was transferred to the Yisan Military Factory as deputy director, and was eventually promoted to director a year ago...
Zhang Shengli glanced at Cui Yiping, and then focused his gaze on Dari Achi.

Dariyachi looked at the middle-aged bald man in front of him. Although this man did not say anything, he could feel the anger and murderous intent in his eyes!
Thinking back to what Cui Yiping had just said about Zhang Shengli being from Youyan, Dari Achi immediately understood why Zhang Shengli treated him like this.

Dariyachi, who understood this, was not worried or restrained at all. He had a smug smile on his face and said:

"Director Zhang, your great emperor has allowed me to come over for a visit. Please lead the way!"

Seeing that Dariachi, the Luobi Khan, dared to order him, Zhang Shengli became even more angry. However, at this time, Cui Yiping warned:

"Director Zhang, this is something His Majesty has instructed us to do. You must put the overall situation first!"

Seeing Cui Yiping bringing up His Majesty to pressure him again, Zhao Shengli felt as disgusted as if he had eaten a fly, but he could only look at Dari Achi coldly and said:
"come in!"

However, just as Dariachi was about to enter the main gate of the factory with his entourage, his entourage was stopped by the factory guards.

Seeing this, Dariyachi was also somewhat doubtful. He looked at Cui Yiping and asked:
"What does this mean? Why did you stop my people?"

In response to Dariachi's question, Cui Yiping frowned and looked at Zhang Shengli.

Zhang Shengli said coldly:

"Although His Majesty has granted you the token, His Majesty has only allowed you to enter the military factory for a visit. His Majesty has not allowed the people around you who are also visiting..."

(There's another chapter coming up tonight!)