Chapter 483 The Road Prepared Long Ago
Chapter 483 The Road Prepared Long Ago
Puzikou City Camp, because the Beijing troops returned,
This place has changed from its former tranquility to become noisy and lively.
The camp of the Dragon and Tiger Guards, which was originally empty, is now bustling with people.
The soldiers were cleaning the camp and putting away their luggage, and everyone's face was filled with the joy of returning home.
The camp of the front army scouts.
After seeing off a group of adults, Lu Yunyi hurried here. As soon as he arrived at the gate, he saw many familiar faces and a smile appeared on his face involuntarily.
When many soldiers saw him coming, they stopped what they were doing, stood up straight and greeted him with a smile.
He kept shouting "Your Excellency, General" and so on.
Lu Yunyi nodded in response.
Seeing that they were busy and sweating, he also told them to try the shower facilities that had just been installed in the army.
Many soldiers didn't know what it was and were filled with endless curiosity.
Lu Yunyi soon saw the generals gathered near the central army tent.
Seeing him coming, many people couldn't help but show strange expressions on their faces.
I haven't seen him for just half a month. How did my general suddenly become a civil servant and even the Minister of Works?
"Greetings to the Minister!"
A sentence came out of nowhere, pushing the already lively atmosphere to its climax, and then everyone laughed.
Lu Yunyi also laughed, put his hands on his hips, and began to look at the crowd in front of him:
"Damn it, I haven't seen you for half a month, and you've become so brave!"
"Hahaha--"
The laughter continued, and even the soldiers who were busy around stopped their work and smiled.
This harmonious atmosphere began to permeate the military tent.
When we arrived in the capital, the dark clouds brought by the war finally dissipated.
All the people present were comrades who had fought together and killed the enemy, and their feelings were extraordinary.
They are busy, laughing and cherishing.
After everyone had a fight, Lu Yunyi gathered nearly a thousand people who had returned.
Looking at the bustling crowd and the undiminished speed of gathering, Lu Yunyi showed satisfaction on his face.
"My dear brothers, I haven't seen you for a long time. I really miss you."
“It’s okay now, everyone is back and we can take a good rest.
After setting up camp, you will all take a bath and then be examined by the royal physician and the doctor.
Only after confirming that you are not sick can you attend tonight’s celebration banquet!
Note that I am talking about everyone!
In addition, the army has prepared a sufficient amount of nourishing medicinal soup.
It is inevitable to suffer from acclimatization when moving from the boat to the land.
Everyone must drink, and all this must be done before noon.
In the afternoon, the entire army took a break and rested in the camp!
I have prepared enough ice for you to have a good sleep.
As for the original work, there was no need to rush for it, as it would be done by the soldiers who returned earlier.
After you have had enough sleep and rest, you can attend the celebration banquet in the evening. Enjoy the delicious food and wine, and don't save money for the court!"
wow——
The scene suddenly became lively and smiles appeared on everyone's faces.
At this moment, they could deeply feel the concern brought by the generals and the court, and an unprecedented sense of warmth began to spread.
Lu Yunyi pressed his hand and turned to look at the wounded soldiers at the front.
Most of them are missing arms, legs, noses and eyes.
Standing there crookedly, instead of being hesitant, there was a sense of tragedy in the air.
"As for you, rest assured that the court will not reduce the compensation by a single cent.
The rewards the army will give you will not be small, and no one dares to withhold them.
As for your future livelihood, I have already found it for you.
You can enter the military equipment workshop opened by the court, and you can also enter the trading company that the court is about to open.
If you feel tired and sleepy and don't want to wander around,
You can also take a large sum of money home to live in your retirement, and receive an allowance every year.
As for how to choose, you decide for yourself.
However, I would prefer that you stay in the capital and enter the workshops and businesses.
People always have to do things in life, and a busy life makes the days pass quickly and be fulfilling. "
As soon as these words were spoken, the soldiers began to shake their heads and look around.
They want to see the opinions and options of their colleagues.
At this time, a soldier with a simple and honest appearance raised his only remaining arm and spoke loudly:
"Report to the Lord!"
"Say!"
"I only have one hand left and want to support myself.
I want to know what kind of work I can do in the workshop and the business? And how much is the monthly salary?"
Lu Yunyi looked him up and down for a moment.
"Meng Ran, are you reading on the boat?"
The soldier was a little surprised.
"My Lord, how did you know that?
I have been on the boat all day and it is too boring, so I borrowed a book from Master Ma, called "Spring and Autumn Annals".
"Well done, people look smart."
Lu Yunyi smiled. He had a deep impression of this soldier, who was taciturn and didn't talk much.
But he trained seriously and fought desperately, and was a member of the vanguard.
Although he is now missing an arm, he looks much more energetic and there is more spirit in his eyes.
Meng Ran felt many eyes on him and scratched his head in embarrassment:
"Sir, you are right. If you want to join the army and fight in the war, you should learn to read and write.
Since I started reading, I feel I have become smarter.
Some of the ignorant military orders in the past now seem so simple.
Subordinates sometimes feel regretful and wonder why they didn’t understand it at the time.
If I had known this earlier, I would have studied hard day and night, just like I did in training, and I would have been able to get a high position by now."
"Hahaha."
The soldiers present all laughed, and several people on the side made jokes, and the atmosphere was eased again.
Lu Yunyi was somewhat emotional and looked at the many soldiers present:
"Have you seen that people cannot teach people, but things can teach people.
You should also learn, read more books, and learn more words.
To study and learn to read abroad, one has to pay tuition and rent, and buying books takes up most of one's fortune.
Look at you, you don’t have to pay to read books in the army.
I have also found many great scholars' annotations on the Four Books and Five Classics for you to read.
Why can't you understand my good intentions? "
Lu Yunyi became more and more angry as he spoke, and his speech became faster and faster. He put his hands on his hips and paced back and forth in front of him.
"Look at Sun Sian, he's ready to go home and study for the imperial examination, and you guys are still hanging around here."
This statement caused an uproar and many people looked at each other in confusion.
What? He is going to become a juren?
How did he change from a soldier to a literary star?
Seeing them like this, Lu Yunyi was very satisfied and said earnestly:
"So, you guys should read more books and learn more words. We are disabled physically but not mentally, and we still need to understand the truth."
After saying that, Lu Yunyi looked at Meng Ran:
"If you go to a workshop to work, you will be doing the easy job of loading gunpowder.
The monthly allowance is not much, probably only about five or six cents.
But the advantage is that it is stable and not tiring, and you don’t have to think too much every day.
If you go to work in a business, it may be a bit tiring, as you have to go to the countryside every day.
But how much you earn depends on your ability. Of course, you do have a fixed monthly salary and your life is fulfilling.
As for how to choose, it is entirely up to you.
You have shed blood and fought for the Ming Dynasty, the court and I will not treat you unfairly!"
In an instant, the atmosphere in the field became solemn!
The wounded soldiers were all moved and had tears in their eyes.
Although on the ship, the gentlemen have said countless times that the court will not ignore them.
Having been confirmed today, they are still very moved and their worries are finally put to rest.
Lu Yunyi turned to look at the other soldiers, and then looked at the soldiers busy in the various tents not far away. He took the loudspeaker from the side and shouted loudly:
"As for those of you who have survived the battlefield intact, the imperial court will not treat you unfairly.
The military merit reward money will not be reduced by a single cent.
Those who have made meritorious contributions will be promoted!
Some brothers can stay in the front army scout unit, while others may go to various places and garrisons in the Ming Dynasty.
But remember, we are all brothers who have fought together.
Even if we are at the ends of the earth, the friendship between us cannot be severed.
If you are transferred to other garrisons, you must work hard and do not bring shame to me or the front scouts!"
It is normal for soldiers to go their separate ways.
Although many soldiers were ready,
But when they really said it out loud, they still felt a little uncomfortable.
However, there are only so many positions for officers and generals in a garrison of 5,000 men.
If you want to be promoted, if you want to advance, you have to go somewhere else.
For generals like Lu Yunyi, dispersing in all directions after each war is an enhancement of their own influence.
The many military commanders of the Ming Dynasty were all experienced in many battles.
There are old colleagues everywhere, and their roots have spread in all directions.
If Lu Yunyi wants to go further, personal military achievements are only one aspect, his prestige must also keep up.
Taking a deep breath, Lu Yunyi spoke loudly:
"Do you understand everything?"
"Understood!" Deafening shouts began to spread throughout the camp. Lu Yunyi waved his hand, and all the soldiers dispersed, each busy with their own business.
Wait until the soldiers leave.
Lu Yunyi's originally energetic appearance suddenly became listless.
He now just felt dizzy, and his thinking and speaking were a little sluggish.
At this time, Liu Heiying, who had been busy for half a day, ran over with sweat all over his forehead and said breathlessly:
"Brother Yun'er, why are so many people asking me about my business today?"
"Ah? Asking you?" Lu Yunyi turned his head with some confusion.
Liu Heiying nodded like pecking at rice:
"Yes, this morning many generals of the Beijing Army and senior officials of the Governor's Office came to ask me whether the business was profitable or not."
"How did you answer?"
"How much money can a fruit and vegetable shop make?"
Lu Yunyi stood there in a daze, his mouth opening and closing slightly, and suddenly he burst into laughter.
"Brother Yun'er, what are you laughing at?" Liu Heying scratched his head.
"They are not asking about this, but about the business that the court was going to open yesterday. Yingtian is the largest and sells everything."
"What?"
Liu Heiying was stunned on the spot, like a cat whose tail was stepped on, and he quickly moved closer and whispered:
"The imperial court is so powerful, how can they compete with us for business? They are competing with the people for profits!"
It is conceivable that once this largest business is opened,
The fruit and vegetable business will certainly be affected.
Lu Yunyi had a calm expression. He shook his sleeves calmly and looked into the distance:
"I proposed this matter, and His Majesty and the Crown Prince have agreed. I am also responsible for the planning and establishment of the business."
"what?"
Liu Heiying suddenly opened his mouth, shock written all over his dark face!
Because of his gasp, the air around him seemed to flow faster.
The shock was fleeting, and soon ecstasy emerged.
"Oh my god!!"
Liu Heiying shouted as he pushed forward, his eyes wide open.
He shouted in a voice that was barely suppressed but still a little excited:
"Brother Yun'er, we are going to get rich!
The fruit and vegetable business is not making money now, but it will make money soon!
When the business opens, we will supply him with goods. We can collude with officials and make a fortune!"
Lu Yunyi's face darkened in an instant, and Bang Bang punched him twice:
"Oh my god, keep your voice down!"
"Snapped!"
Liu Heiying moved quickly and slapped his palm on his mouth in an instant!
"follow me."
Lu Yunyi glanced at him and walked straight towards the military tent, and Liu Heying followed closely.
Soon, Liu Heiying saw the business plan of Yingtian’s largest trading company in the military tent.
His face was full of disbelief, his whole body was trembling with excitement, and the hands holding the plan were shaking back and forth.
"Brother Yun'er!!"
"Oh my god, Brother Yun'er!!"
"No wonder you haven't been doing business. It turns out you just look down on us for doing little things!"
"Now one move will be earth-shattering!"
Liu Heiying, who has been an official and a businessman, has a lot of experience.
You can easily see the money contained in it.
It’s not a few thousand taels or tens of thousands of taels, but hundreds of thousands or even millions of taels!!
This is just the revenue. If we add the surrounding supporting facilities and the wealth generated by the flow of personnel, it would be at least several million taels!
Moreover, these millions of taels are available every year!
Liu Heiying was so excited that he couldn't control himself.
He now wished he could resign from his official position and go home immediately, stop doing this life-shortening job, and devote himself to the grand blueprint of a business career!
Lu Yunyi sat behind the desk, sipping his tea calmly, and raised his hand to press:
"Don't get excited. It's not done yet. Don't spread the word. Be careful and don't let the duck fly away."
"I know, I know!" Liu Heiying rushed to the serious case and said in a low voice:
"Brother Yun'er, we have to supply the fruits and vegetables in this mall."
"A portion of it. Most of the share should be given to the villages and people around Yingtian."
"That's enough. Part of it is enough. It's a guaranteed income regardless of drought or flood, and it's not tiring. There's no better business than this."
A large part of the Liu family's business in Qingzhou was to supply fruits and vegetables to government offices and military camps.
Although the payment is slow, it is stable and he likes this business the most.
But then, Liu Heiying became worried again:
"Brother Yun'er, if we get involved, will it give us a bad reputation?
When the time comes, those powerful people will want to get involved, and it will be difficult to refuse them.”
"What are you talking about?"
Lu Yunyi's expression was exaggerated, and his voice rose by two tones:
"If we were insignificant, we wouldn't dare refuse anyone who came.
Now that we are in a high position and have great power, if we dare not refuse, then wouldn’t this position be in vain?”
"Oh? That's right." Liu Heiying straightened his body.
Lu Yunyi laughed, "Do you know what the thing I have thought about most clearly in these years is?"
"what?"
“If you want to accomplish great things, you must climb to a high position and hold power.
If one reveals one's intentions early on, it would take up an inordinate amount of energy just to deal with those trivial matters.
Once you offend a big shot, you will be slapped to death, and in the end, you will not be able to accomplish your task, and you will be in danger.”
Liu Heiying quickly understood what Brother Yun'er meant.
He thought carefully about what he had done over the years and found that it was indeed the same from childhood to adulthood.
It's just a novelty item.
They all grow from small to large, from dispensable to indispensable.
Nowadays, bicycles and tricycles are even more shocking.
It helped the imperial court a lot and made a lot of money, but it also destroyed the financial resources of countless people.
If they had taken out such things in Gyeongju, they might have been dead on the street the next day.
Thinking of this, Liu Heiying suddenly felt a chill for no reason and felt that the temperature in the military tent had become a little colder.
"Brother Yun'er, can this be accomplished?" He suddenly became a little worried.
Lu Yunyi felt a little dizzy at the moment, leaning back in his chair with his eyes slightly closed.
What I thought of in my mind was the spectacular scene of a towering building rising from the ground, and I murmured:
"Of course. There are enemies, but there are also friends."
After an unknown amount of time, Lu Yunyi suddenly woke up!
He blinked his eyes and felt a sense of well-rested spirit!
what time is it?
When he sat up straight and saw that the sun was still shining brightly outside,
Lu Yunyi breathed a sigh of relief. Fortunately, it was not dark yet.
At this time, Liu Heying, who was writing and drawing, heard the noise and looked up.
"Brother Yun'er, you're awake."
"How long have I slept?"
"Less than half an hour. Sleep a little longer. These past few days have been busier than marching and fighting."
Liu Heiying stood up and handed over a cup of tea on the table with a look of concern on his face.
After learning that I hadn't slept for long,
Lu Yunyi suddenly became listless, and fatigue surged over his body.
He took it and drank it all in one gulp, then pinched his brows hard and stood up unsteadily:
"I have something else to do. There will be a celebration banquet at the palace tonight. Do you want to go?"
"Don't go, don't go."
Liu Heiying shook his head as usual.
"Then you can stay in the barracks. The brothers will eat and drink well. Don't be afraid to spend money."
"Don't worry, Brother Yun'er. I have already informed Lord Lu that all the major restaurants will deliver goods in this afternoon. He will not stop them."
Liu Heiying walked a little closer and whispered:
"I understand why Lu Zhan is so close to us?"
"why?"
"He wants to go out with the army to fight and make some contributions. He doesn't want to stay in Puzikou City all day."
Lu Yunyi looked dazed and nodded.
There are many generals like this in Beijing.
He took a deep breath and stood up shakily:
"Okay, you take care of the military affairs first. I have to go home and go to the palace in the evening."
When he said this, Liu Heiying became excited:
"Brother Yun'er, take more Liuwei Dihuang Pills, it will work."
(End of this chapter)