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Chapter 160 Weapons
The food collection is almost done, but it is not so easy to safely send such a large amount of food to the Northwest.

In addition, Wei Chenrui's whereabouts have been exposed now, and people will definitely be stared at along the way, and if they don't think well, they will take the idea of ​​these food. Wei Chenrui dare not take risks, so he can only choose to write a letter for help.

At the same time, the merchants who had just been promoted to county magistrates in the government office also stabilized their emotions and discussed the next affairs.

They are all adults, and they are all talkative in their families. They have seen big scenes before, and they are not like "Fan Jinzhongju". Their emotions are not too out of control, and they have stabilized after a little venting.

Since it was sealed by many people together, this imperial decree was enshrined in the government office of Zhongzhou.

The most urgent thing at the moment is to open the warehouse to release the grain. Some of the grain has already been put out.

There is a serious relationship between them, Wei Chenrui doesn't need to say it, Jiang Zongda knows it himself, so after these people are settled, Jiang Zongda actively helps a few people to make official seals without Wei Chenrui calling.

It won't work if you don't make it. The official seal in front must have been taken away. Now people can't find it, and of course the official seal can't be found. Making the official seal is something that must be done.

If this matter were normal, it would definitely not work. Without an official seal, they would not be able to take office, but these people had an imperial decree, and with Wei Chenrui, the empress, there would be no problem in recreating the official seal.

The only problem is that the official seal needs to be slightly changed, and the previous style cannot be used, and it must be reported. Otherwise, if the previous county magistrate did something with that official seal, it will not be explained clearly here.

As for what pattern to use for the official seal, Jiang Zongda didn't dare to make decisions privately, so he ran to ask Wei Chenrui for instructions.

"It's just a pattern, you can think about it yourself. The knowledge of the adults is not bad, and they have seen the world, so they can't even think of a few seal patterns!" Wei Chenrui didn't want to worry about such a trivial matter. , throwing the question back directly.

Now that Wei Chenrui has spoken, Jiang Zongda is also relieved: "Yes, I will let them come up with patterns themselves!"

After Jiang Zongda told the news to the new county magistrate, he was loved by everyone, and the owner who was not short of money couldn't help but pay for a jade-carved seal out of his own pocket, and also gave Jiang Zongda's by the way.

Jiang Zongda was considered a clean official, and he didn't have much money. In addition to this disaster relief, the family almost couldn't get rid of it, so he had to accept this kindness.

Wei Chenrui, the princess, is still here after all, Jiang Zongda was worried that she would be dissatisfied, so he specifically told Wei Chenrui about it.

Wei Chenrui was not short of money, and this was not considered bribery, so he agreed with a wave of his hand.

The most important seal was naturally carved out first, after all, the victims were still waiting to open warehouses to release food!

After everything was ready, the new county magistrate brought their own seals and signed documents, took office, and opened warehouses to release grain.

At the same time, several letters sent by Wei Chenrui also received replies one after another. The Emperor Zhaohe did not have skilled craftsmen who could make weapons. The skilled craftsmen who could make weapons were all in the Ministry of War. If Wei Chenrui needed it, he had to go to The Ministry of War dignitaries.

Thanks to the improved target, Wei Chenrui's relationship with the Ministry of War is not bad, but Wei Chenrui does not intend to hand over the manufacturing of weapons to the Ministry of War. People found that if they got in the way and made something bad at that time, the matter would not end well. Whether the weapon can be successfully produced is still a problem.

To be on the safe side, Wei Chenrui didn't dare to hand over this matter to the Ministry of War, so he had to find someone else.

Emperor Zhaohe didn't gain anything, but Uncle Yang and the Beggars' Clan had a lot of success. Uncle Yang was a person who specialized in making weapons for the Northwest Army. He was credible and capable.

There is no one in the gang of beggars, but there are masters of forging weapons in the martial arts. The masters are generally tempered, and they can't easily invite people. Although the gang of beggars is a big gang, they respect and behave well for such masters. According to the request of the master, I dare not say anything else, and naturally I am not sure that I can invite people, so I can only match Wei Chenrui, and she needs to discuss the details in person.

Master, Wei Chenrui naturally still wants to invite people, but now there is not enough time to spare time to invite people, so he can only give up for the time being and pin his hopes on the people on Uncle Yang's side.

Although the master who made the weapon was not invited, regarding Wei Chenrui's request for support, the beggar gang and the martial arts gang still expressed their support unequivocally.

It just so happened that Jiang Muli had been encircled and suppressed, and the younger generation was idle and had nothing to do, so it happened to be useful at this time.It's just that it will take a while to gather, so let Wei Chenrui wait patiently.

It will take some time to raise the food, Wei Chenrui is not in a hurry for the time being, and waits quietly.

During the waiting time, Wei Chenrui was not idle. According to the situation in his memory, he drew the blueprints of the weapon production one by one according to the components.

Just like making an electric fan, Wei Chenrui did not plan to hand over all the weapons to outsiders. After dismantling, one person would make each part, and finally Wei Chenrui would assemble it himself. This would ensure great secrecy. People with ulterior motives, even if they got the blueprints , after making it, it will not be easy to assemble it, which is tantamount to blindness.

When Wei Chenrui drew the blueprints, he did not guard against the Kai who was in charge of delivering the food. He was also very curious about the new weapons, and would look at them a few times when delivering the food. Although he couldn't see the way, he still had to look at the specific size. understandable.

"Your Highness, this weapon of yours seems to be too big, isn't it difficult for the soldiers to handle?"

"It's used to defend the city on the city wall. It doesn't need to be carried by the soldiers. It's not difficult to operate." Wei Chenrui said while chewing his food.

Kai nodded: "Then is there a lighter weapon that can be used?"

Wei Chenrui stopped chewing, and sighed: "Of course there are, but the parts required are too delicate, and it takes longer. What we lack most now is time."

"Then, can your highness draw the blueprint of this portable weapon? You can try it in Blood Killing Valley!" As for the weapon, Kai was still very excited, and put forward his own suggestion, "If you don't mind, this weapon I will also give Xueshagu a copy of the blueprint to protect the safety of the valley!"

When Kai said this, Wei Chenrui was stunned. How could he forget this? Blood Killing Valley used to be an organization of killers, so naturally they needed a lot of weapons and hidden weapons, and there must be someone responsible for making weapons.

When Kai regained Blood Killing Valley, he didn't kill all of them, and such technical talents are still there.

After Blood Killing Valley came under the name of Wei Chenrui, all the weapons and equipment were taken from the Ministry of War. These people just stayed in the valley, and occasionally helped the people in the valley to repair their weapons and armor.

Wei Chenrui has no objection to the armed Blood Killing Valley. Coupled with the cultivation environment of Blood Killing Valley, the people inside basically have no idea of ​​leaking secrets. With a big wave of his hand, Wei Chenrui directly stuffed the drawn drawings into the Kai's arms: "Take it, send these over for them to make first, and send the rest after I draw them!"

Kai naturally knew what Wei Chenrui drew these blueprints for, and when he got the blueprints, he was still hesitant: "Your Highness, this is the blueprint, let's use it first for the Northwest Army, Guli is not in a hurry!"

"The northwest side needs me to deliver it in person. I don't worry about who will deliver it on the way. If something goes wrong, the news about this weapon will be leaked."

"I'm waiting for people from the martial arts forest to come over. I draw the blueprints to pass the time, so I don't let myself worry too much. Otherwise, I'm going to go to the northwest to draw the blueprints." Wei Chenrui said.

After hearing Wei Chenrui's words, Kai didn't hesitate anymore, carefully put away the blueprint, used the special channel to kill Guli with blood, and sent the blueprint back to Guli to make sure that no news would leak out.

When he was about to send the things out, Kai suddenly thought of another thing and hurried back.

"Your Highness, do you have a way to buy the iron used for making weapons? If not, there is an iron mine in the valley, and you can use some of it for the Northwest Army."

Wei Chenrui was stunned: "What? There are iron mines in the valley?"

Kai nodded without knowing it: "Yes, there are iron mines."

After receiving an affirmative answer, Wei Chenrui couldn't help but wonder whether he should report the matter of the iron mine.

In Zhao Kingdom, it is a serious crime to dig mines without permission. The most severe ones are iron ore and gold and silver mines. The former is needed for making weapons, while the latter is a lot of money.

If it is reported, whether the iron mine can be kept is still a problem, and the entire valley of the Bloody Killing Valley may not be kept, and the placement of personnel in the entire Bloody Killing Valley has also become a problem.

If you don't report it, you will have to do your best to cover the matter to the core. Wei Chenrui thinks that he can still keep it a secret, but for such a big matter, there must be many people who know about it. In contact with the outside world, if the news leaks out, things will be a big deal.

If it was a leak, with Wei Chenrui's identity, there was no conclusive evidence, and no one would dare to do anything to him.

However, the source of this iron is not easy to explain. Pei Qianhuo will definitely not give up this opportunity to crusade against him. By then, he will be fine, and uncle, as an insider, may not have a good time.

After much deliberation, Wei Chenrui decided not to report the matter of the iron mine, but only to inform Emperor Zhaohe, so that he would know in his heart that if the matter were to be revealed, Emperor Zhaohe would not lose his eyes, and even if he wanted to speak for himself .

Not only that, but Wei Chenrui also asked the Ministry of War for iron. In return, Wei Chenrui would pass on the technology of smelting iron into steel to the Ministry of War.

Thinking about it, Wei Chenrui and Kai said: "The iron ore in the valley doesn't need to be sent to the northwest for the time being. At this critical juncture, it is easy to be targeted by people. I will exchange technology and the Ministry of War for the needs of the northwest. I won't be stingy, I have private soldiers, and I need iron ore to make weapons, and it makes sense."

Kai naturally has no objection: "Yes!"

Then he turned around and left, sending out all the blueprints and Wei Chenrui's instructions.

After Kai left, Wei Chenrui put down the unfinished drawings and rewrote the technology of smelting iron into steel, preparing to send it to the Ministry of War in exchange for iron ore.

The reason is also present. A new weapon has been researched and intended to be used by the soldiers. As for whether it will be taken into consideration by the Ministry of War, that is for sure. Wei Chenrui has his own way to deal with it, so there is no need to worry.

The technique of smelting iron into steel was very simple for Wei Chenrui. It didn't take long for him to write it down, put it in an envelope, seal it with wax, and stamp his own coat of arms, along with a letter for Emperor Showa. The letter was sent out together.

Of course, Wei Chenrui was not so stupid as to send the technology directly to the Ministry of War, but instead gave a letter to the [Technology Development Bureau], asking him to contact the Ministry of War to discuss the amount of iron ore, and then send the iron ore to the Ministry of War when he saw the mine. Technology handed over.

Otherwise, if the Ministry of War accepts the technology and does not give mines, Wei Chenrui will suffer a lot.

After Wen Shuxin received Wei Chenrui's letter, he didn't dare to delay for a moment. He put down his work and went to the Ministry of War.

[Technology Development Bureau] Minister of the Ministry of War is naturally concerned. Regarding the letter of the current person in charge, Minister of the Ministry of War also specifically inquired about it. When he heard the notice that he was visiting, he hurriedly welcomed him in.

"Master Wen, I don't know what to come here today?"

Wen Shuxin quickly waved his hand: "Don't dare to be, don't dare to be, I am no longer an adult now, I hope Lord Shangshu will be cautious."

The Minister of the Ministry of War pretended to suddenly realize: "Yes, yes, yes, look at my memory, you are now in the [Technology Development Bureau] of Her Royal Highness, in the words of Her Royal Highness, you should be called the Deputy Director."

Wen Shuxin smiled: "Thanks to His Highness, I let you preside over the affairs of the [Technology Development Bureau]. Today, as entrusted by His Highness, I came here to find something for you."

It was not the first time Wei Chenrui asked for something, and the Minister of the Ministry of War was not surprised at all: "I don't know what I want? Do you have a certificate?"

The document letter nodded: "Your Highness wants iron ore, of course there are certificates, but this time the quantity is a bit large, I hope you can be generous."

"What's the quantity, Your Highness?" asked the Minister of War.

"Ten cars!" Wen Shuxin said.

"Ten carts? Did you hear me right?" Minister of the Ministry of War couldn't believe his ears, seeing how much ten carts of iron ore should be.

Wen Shuxin nodded affirmatively: "My lord, you heard me right, it is indeed ten cars."

"Don't rush to refuse. Your Highness has a new idea. He wants to research an unprecedented weapon, so he needs more iron ore. Once the research is successful, he must use it for his personal guards first. .”

The Secretary of the Ministry of War now understands that the product produced by the Empress Dowager must be a high-quality product. If this weapon is successfully researched and handed over to the Ministry of War, the Ministry of War will be among the six ministries.However, it is impossible for Her Royal Highness to hand over weapons to the Ministry of War so easily, so she has to do something.

Therefore, the Minister of the Ministry of War pretended to be apologetic: "Director Wen, it's not that I don't give His Highness face, it's really too much, and the Ministry of War can't afford so much at once."

"Look, do you want to discuss it with His Highness, first transport a cart to use it, wait for the weapon to be researched, and hand it over to the Ministry of War to make it. Your Highness doesn't have to work hard, and the Ministry of War doesn't have to take out so much iron ore all at once. It kills two birds with one stone! "

(End of this chapter)