Powerful Song Dynasty

Chapter 512
Yongcheng County, North of Bozhou, Huainan West Road

Wu Shu was in a good mood, he accepted Kong Yanzhou, and actually let some Song army generals surrender, and the Jin army advanced to the northern border of Bozhou, almost without bloodshed, and got 5000 Bubazisi.Now, Yongcheng County was captured almost without bloodshed. Under the guidance of Kong Yanzhou, Han Chang led his army directly to Liuzi Town, Suzhou.

This Jin army going south has only six powerful men, Meng An, and the rest are soldiers and horses of the surrendered Song army.

"How are you, are you ready?"

Gao Sheng's face was serious, and he said calmly: "Don't worry, sir, as long as you attract Dalang's main force, I will definitely succeed."

"Okay, I'll use two special mothers to attract Wang Xiu's main force, and equip you with a Meng'an. It must be successful."

"Three thousand riders are enough, and you will never fail my husband's expectations." Gao Sheng replied decisively, without any hesitation in his eyes.

"Hehe, I believe that Fifth Brother will definitely give Wang Wenshi a surprise." Wu Shu smiled very readily. He seemed to see Wang Xiuqihe's humbleness, and even decided to wipe out Wang Xiu. Driven by Jin's chariot, he crossed the river in one fell swoop and destroyed the Song dynasty.

At this time, there was a lot of turmoil. Qu Duan drove directly to Luoyang for a decisive battle, which greatly shocked the two governments. According to the previous plan, the Western Army did not start the decisive battle early, but to cooperate with Wang Yuan to gradually reduce the Jin Army. Waiting for an opportunity to fight again, Qu Duan's frank behavior made people stunned.

"Yi Zhi, I'm afraid Wen Shi is really vomiting blood!" Mo Mo and Cai Yi had a leisure gathering, and couldn't help laughing. He was in charge of banking and maritime affairs, and didn't particularly care about the battle ahead. Anyway, it was difficult for the captives to fight Jiangnan.

Cai Yi rolled his eyes, and said angrily: "You don't feel back pain when you stand and talk, Qu Duan Menglang, in case there is a loss in the west of Beijing, the fifth road is corrupted, and even the sixth road in Shaanxi is at risk, you still have the intention to make fun of Wenshi."

"Then he, doesn't he even have the intention to kill someone?" Mo Mo frowned, looking a little funny, Cai Yi was a little worried.

"You! You really have this kind of leisure and elegance. Wen Shi is soaking in blood! Let's stop reading his jokes." Cai Yi shook his head helplessly. He was not only attached to Wang Xiu, but There is another layer of great kindness.

"I'm just a small official in charge of making money. You don't need to worry about those military and state affairs." Mo Mo looked a little complacent. He was in charge of the affairs of the bank and the Maritime Bureau, and he was added to the Shaoqing of the Taifu Temple. Where is a small official, it is simply An important minister in charge of wealth in the imperial court.At the beginning of the imperial court moving south, there were many places where money and food were used, and the position of the bank and the Maritime Bureau became more and more important. Even the sixth department of the Shangshu was polite to him, so I felt so at ease!
Cai Yi rolled his eyes and didn't argue, saying: "Yesterday, the two governments seemed to be arguing endlessly. All the ministers criticized Qu Duan, but only Li Xianggong was quite supportive. He seemed to be in favor of Qu Duan's decisive battle. I don't know what he thinks .”

"That's right. Li Xianggong is crazy for wanting to fight the captives. Qu Duan went straight to Luoyang, which is exactly what he planned. It would be strange if he didn't support Qu Duan." Shen Mo curled his lips, as if he was not interested in Li Gang.

"Forget it, it doesn't matter so much, if Wen really has to worry about it, let's take care of the Nanjing warning." Cai Yi smiled sarcasticly. As a power examiner who knew the Jiangning Mansion, he could only do his part.

"That's right, what I'm most concerned about right now is the formation of the navy fleet, which is the most important thing among major events. There are too many places to spend money now, don't look at those ministers and Yan Shanmu, if you don't give them, it will be the wrath of thunder , The cost of refitting the Dafu ship is not low!" Silence gives me a headache when I think about it, the Dafu ship must have at least [-] sails, the cost is definitely high, military ships still need to be refitted, equipped with catapults, heavy-duty bed crossbows and other equipment, what cost? Heart-pounding.

"Well, I think you are most concerned about the promotion of the Maritime Safety Administration, and you, the young minister of the Taifu, can also make it to the top." Cai Yi saw through Mo Mo's thoughts at a glance, and couldn't help but sneer.

"It's also inevitable, but it's just for the benefit of the common people." Mo Mo blushed, how could he be selfless?

It is true that once the Great Song Navy takes shape, it will be restricted by the Maritime Safety Administration overseas. Small-scale fleets do not matter. With the emergence of large-scale naval fleets, tens of thousands of ships, the Maritime Safety Administration’s specifications seem to be a bit low.

When Wang Xiu went to the north, he had already played a role in the promotion of the Maritime Safety Administration to the Maritime Affairs Department, and the important officials of the court promoted the affairs, so that the deputy's official position was directly positioned at the fourth rank.Mo Mo has worked in the bank and the Maritime Safety Administration all year round, and is Wang Xiu's brother. He will take the lead in both public and private affairs.

Besides, even if he won the non-official position, he would be a good envoy. The ministers of the two governments and the six departments of the Shangshu would not have the time to manage specific affairs.

Now, Li Bao and Shangguanqian are rushing to build a navy, and maritime schools are also being established. The bright future makes people envious. What's more surprising is that there are not many opposition voices from the people.

That's right, the war in the north is attracting people's attention. Those ministers from the northern military state are thinking about how to regain their homeland, nothing more than making money to support soldiers, and then the Northern Expedition, how can they make money?Agriculture and mulberry are obviously not all. Most of the imperial court taxes are for industry and commerce, and the proportion of agriculture and mulberry taxes is only three to four out of ten. Commerce is undoubtedly a good choice.

Southerners have long been accustomed to overseas trade, and they are interested in big ships going to sea. It is true that everyone has doubts about the formation of a navy and naval fleet, but their thinking is not so confinement. It is best to have an armed fleet escort, so you don’t have to be afraid of pirates Yes, it can also save a large number of expenses for hiring guards. Everyone is waiting to see the effect.

"I know you are working for the good of the people, but you should hurry up to raise money. Wen Shi can wait for the rice to be cooked!" Cai Yi bared his teeth, wishing to give Mo Mo two big mouths, this guy is really lucky!Once the Maritime Safety Administration is upgraded to a division, the deputy will definitely not run away silently.

How can you fight without money!The two major propaganda departments plus Wang Xiu's disposal department, hundreds of thousands of troops and civilian husbands, are simply gold-swallowing beasts, spending tens of thousands of gold every day, and they can only solve part of it, and let the military states prepare money and food for the rest. The importance of silence underscores that banks can provide a lot of money.

Wang Xiu also suggested that Huangsong Bank issue so-called credit bonds to the people as a guarantee, and prepare a large amount of money for the war. This can not only raise war expenses, but also allow the people to get war dividends. How rich are the counties!Of course, the investment credit bond of the Great Song Navy is also in the pipeline. This is a good thing with huge profits, but everyone is waiting and watching. Everyone is busy with the war in the north and has no time to pay attention to it for the time being.

"Don't worry, 300 million yuan has been prepared, and those wealthy businessmen are still subscribing."

(End of this chapter)