A lowly soldier becomes king, I slaughter my way through the late Tang Dynasty!

The technology for this high-yield salt refining method came from Liu Fuji's reward.

It records many salt-making methods that were ahead of their time.

Examples include improved methods for spreading and drying reed ash, graded storage of brine, and clarification and settling of brine...

Almost every improvement measure can increase the yield or purity of sea salt.

Liu Fuji looked through it for a moment and couldn't help but exclaim in astonishment.

"My lord, will these methods really work?"

Li Rui nodded and called Zhang Yaozu over.

Zhang Yaozu was from Cangzhou, a coastal city and an important sea salt production area.

"Madam Qi, the people under my command have tested these methods, and they can indeed significantly increase the production of sea salt!"

In addition, the refined salt is much cleaner than commercially available salt, making it a premium product!

talking.

Zhang Yaozu took out a purse from his pocket and poured fine salt onto the table.

"Madam, please look! This salt, let alone in Hebei, would be considered the finest of the finest even in Bianliang (Kaifeng)!"

Liu Fuji dipped her finger in a little fine salt and licked it.

My eyes lit up immediately!

"Not only has it become much whiter, but the bitterness has also been greatly reduced."

The salt of this era was impure, so it always had a bitter and astringent taste.

Even following Li Rui's method, it was still impossible to produce truly pure table salt.

However, compared to other salts of the same era, it was already extremely excellent.

Liu Fuji's eyes blinked.

She came from a merchant background and dealt extensively with salt.

Upon seeing this salt, I immediately realized the huge business opportunity hidden within it!

She grabbed Li Rui's hand and exclaimed excitedly.

"My lord, if we can mass-produce this fine salt, I am confident that we can seize the entire salt trading business in Hebei in a short time!"

Li Rui smiled slightly.

That's exactly what he was thinking.

Li Rui no longer had time to produce or sell salt.

His main focus should still be on farming and raising soldiers.

Li Rui planned to entrust all matters related to salt trading to Liu Fuji.

"I want you to go to Cangzhou and take Zhang Yaozu with you to establish the saltworks."

Li Rui said this.

Liu Fuji was filled with anticipation.

After all, she came to the Central Plains from the Kingdom of Khotan, thousands of miles away.

Isn't it all for salt?

However, the situation is somewhat different now.

Liu Fuji bit her lip and took Li Rui's hand.

"But I just got back."

Li Rui quickly took her hand and comforted her.

"It's not like I'm asking you to go right away and stay at home for two months. I'll send Zhang Yaozu ahead to pave the way."

Liu Fuji was overjoyed!

Zhang Yaozu, who was standing nearby, was very perceptive and immediately cupped his hands in greeting.

"General, the commander should return to prepare."

"Well, you can pick another ten or so skilled fighters and take them with you to Cangzhou."

"Here you go!"

Zhang Yaozu left, and thoughtfully closed the courtyard gate behind him.

Li Rui stroked Liu Fuji's delicate, jade-like hand.

The anger in my heart was becoming uncontrollable.

I stayed at the breeding farm for more than half a month, and it smelled terrible all the time.

What can compare to a sweet and soft wife?

pity.

Because of his foul odor, even Wang Shuyu avoided him.

Even Kong Xing and Yin Tao, who always doted on him and satisfied his every whim.

His face flushed red, and he looked ashamed.

They refused to comply!

Li Rui knew he smelled bad.

Washing won't get it clean; it takes time to wear it down.

and so.

Despite feeling restless and agitated, Li Rui tried his best to endure it.

I don't want to force Liu Fuji.

but.

He seemed to have noticed Li Rui's struggle.

Having not seen Li Rui for several months, Liu Fuji truly missed him terribly.

Her pretty face flushed slightly as she gently tucked her hair behind her ears.

Her red lips parted and she whispered.

"If my husband wishes, I will do my best to serve him."

Li Rui's heart skipped a beat!

But reason prevailed.

He shrugged helplessly.

"Let's forget about it and wait for half a month until the smell on my body dissipates."

Just as Li Rui was about to say something...

Liu Fuji's cheeks flushed even more.

She lowered her head and said shyly.

"Actually, if my husband is behind me and my nose is facing forward, I can't smell much of the scent."

Upon hearing this...

Li Rui's body trembled!

He exclaimed in sudden delight.

"really?"

"Hmm~"

"Princess Buddha, do you love me this much?"

"If my husband likes her, please cherish the Buddha Princess."

"Of course!"

……

a few days later.

Li Rui felt refreshed and invigorated.

Ever since Liu Fuji shared with her sisters how to eliminate unpleasant odors from behind...

Although the wives and concubines felt ashamed, they couldn't help but feel that they hadn't been intimate with Li Rui for more than half a month.

Therefore, in the past few days, they have been coming to Li Rui's room late at night.

There have even been car crashes.

This made all the women blush.

On the contrary, it made Li Rui feel much better after these past few days!

I feel much more relaxed now.

Today, he is unusually wearing heavy, gleaming armor.

The golden breastplate reflected a dazzling light in the sunlight.

A gentle breeze lifted the helmet plumes, raising a cloud of dust on the drill ground.

Li Rui stood tall with a sword at his side, among the fully armed Restoration Army.

What a commanding presence!

Young men and women who came to sign up for the army four weeks ago.

Upon seeing Li Rui, who was dressed in bright armor and looked majestic and handsome.

My heart was filled with excitement and longing!

If I could be as imposing as General Li, my life would be worthwhile!

at the same time.

The onlookers were also full of admiration for the orderly formation of the Restoration Army!

These past few months.

The Restoration Army was stationed on the outskirts of the county town, responsible for security and guard duties.

When the people first saw the soldiers, they were somewhat frightened.

After all, soldiers in this era were no different from bandits.

They would rob money and food at the slightest disagreement, and some even went so far as to directly humiliate women!

but.

Several months later...

The people were no longer on guard against the Guangfu Army.

Because Li Rui was extremely strict in disciplining his troops!

There have been instances where soldiers of the Restoration Army robbed the people of their property.

He was captured by Zhao Kuangyin, who then reported the incident to Li Rui.

He was beheaded and his head displayed to the public right at the county town gate that very day!

His head was hanging on the city wall for a full two months!

How could the rest of the Guangfu Army dare to violate military discipline?

This disciplined army, led by Li Rui, was tasked with distributing land to the people.

How could everyone not love and respect him?

and so.

When Li Rui sent people to announce the conscription notice throughout the county.

This immediately attracted young and middle-aged people from Boling County to sign up enthusiastically!

Besides Li Rui being very popular.

More importantly, the benefits are excellent!

There are three big mountains on the conscription training ground.

One of them was made of piled-up grain, completely full!

One of them was made of piled-up money and silk, glittering with gold!

And this is the last one.

It is the most tempting.

It was made from tender, fatty pork and countless eggs!

Li Rui specifically assigned people to stand next to the mountain of meat and put up a notice.

Just join the army!

Then you can eat eggs and meat every day!

This is serious.

Not to mention the common people, even the few wealthy families that still remain in Boling County.

Everyone's mouths are watering!

We eat meat every day!

This is something I've always dreamed of!

Ordinary people haven't seen meat for years.

Even wealthy families could only indulge in it every few days.

Where would I get that much money to eat every day?!

The result is now.

As long as you sign up to join the army.

General Li has spoken.

So many eggs, so much meat.

Eat as much as you want!

In a short time.

The entire conscription drill ground.

Extremely hot!!