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Xixia Mountain is located tens of miles north of Shuoquan City. There are valleys in the mountains, and mountains in the valleys, rolling up and down, like a green dragon lying on the vast land. , connected by mountains and rivers, it is really a place with beautiful scenery. The mountains are undulating, the mountains are high and the clouds are towering, rising from the ground, very steep, but the valley is very open.

Chu Huan was standing on the top of the mountain at this time, overlooking the largest valley in Xixia Mountain. There were flickering figures in the valley, densely packed. The workshop presided over by Du Fu had been completed.

In the valley, there are many houses. Originally, the seven surnames of Xiguan wanted to fund Chu Huan to build a factory here, but later Chu Huan’s money was in place, and part of the funds was injected into the new salt bureau. It's easy to do things. Although the funds of the Xiguan Seven Surnames have not been injected, the forces of the Xiguan Seven Surnames headed by Mrs. Su still gave great help to the construction of the factory. When Du Fugong started to build the factory, the Xiguan Seven Surnames helped find skilled craftsmen, and Actively helping to recruit manpower, the influence of the Xiguan Seven Surnames in Xiguan is already very strong. Many materials needed for the construction of the factory were purchased by Du Fugong at the cheapest price through the Xiguan Seven Surnames.

The manpower and material resources are complete, so the project of Xixia Mountain is progressing very smoothly. According to the procedures set by Chu Huan, process rooms have been built for each process, and in the valley, there are also special lodging places for workers. Stay here.

In the valley, there was a mess of gravel before the construction started, but now it has been cleaned up. The accommodation and workshops are neat and tidy. In order to facilitate the subsequent mining of salt, many open roads were built in the valley. Staggered, many but not chaotic, the main project has been completed, and now it is just the finishing project, such as building a fence around the factory. This is a factory after all, and it will be a place to make salt in the future. New salt, so building a fence to enclose the factory can also improve the safety of the factory.

In addition, according to Du Fugong's opinion, observation towers will be built at the four corners of the factory for monitoring, so as to prevent people from sneaking into the factory. The area of ​​the valley is very large, and the factory is not small. If there is no good security system, It's really hard to detect how many people sneak in.

Standing on the top of the mountain, Chu Huan was really satisfied when he saw the factory in the valley. Du Fugong was indeed a good housekeeper. Entrusting this matter to him was even more beautiful than Chu Huan expected.

"Captain Qi, how do you see the construction of this workshop?" Chu Huan was in a good mood, turned to look at Qi Hong beside him, and asked with a smile, "It took a lot of money."

Qi Hong said with a smile: "Your Excellency has to do great things, and a humble official doesn't know anything about these things."

"Qi Hong, do you feel aggrieved by keeping you with the governor?" Chu Huan smiled and said, "Xuanyuan is now in charge of the military affairs of the Pingxi Army. General, but the governor has kept you here as a small personal guard captain, do you feel wronged?"

Qi Hong said solemnly: "My lord, I absolutely don't have this idea. Although General Xuanyuan intends to be promoted, but I know my own ability, and I really don't have the ability to serve as the partial general of the Kunzi Battalion."

"You're being self-effacing." Chu Huan said with a smile, "In Ben Du's heart, it's more than enough for you to be a partial general."

"Your Excellency loves you." Qi Hong said: "Actually, if you really want to follow Humble Job's heart, Humble Job is still willing to be by your side. Your Excellency can let Humble Job be the captain of your personal guard. Trust me, I am very happy in my heart."

The two hundred guards brought from the capital, after Chu Huan helped Xuanyuan Sheng get the position of General Pingxi, he immediately mobilized them. One against ten, one against five is really no problem, Xuanyuan Shengcai entered the Pingxi Army, and there must be something to do, Chu Huan mobilized fifty guards from it, to follow Xuanyuan Shengcai, waiting for calls , I left 50 people as my personal guards, and Qi Hong was left by my side as the captain of the 50 personal guards to protect my own safety.

Chu Huan knew that he and Zhu Dang were completely torn apart, so Zhu Lingyue and Zhu Dang were naturally unwilling, and they had to think about planning themselves behind the scenes. He is big, but he can't take it lightly. Now that he is a governor and a big official in the frontier, he must be more cautious. The so-called gentleman should not stand under a dangerous wall. It is also essential to have some brave guards around him.

For the remaining [-] Guardsmen, Chu Huan directly assigned them to the Imperial Guard Army that was being established and handed them over to Pei Ji.

Pei Ji is now presiding over the establishment of the Imperial Guard Army. After the conscription order was issued, due to the favorable treatment, countless children from the Northwest joined the army. Just as Chu Huan and Pei Ji expected, recruiting troops is indeed not a difficult task. Pei Ji chose this first The approving of the imperial guards is very strict. So far, nearly [-] soldiers who have met the conditions have been selected. The conscription is still going on. The last [-] soldiers are still under strict selection. They are only selected soldiers. Drills have already started.

Pei Ji is physically handicapped and knows how to train soldiers, but he can't lead many things in person. Chu Huan handed him a hundred guards. These guards have been strictly trained by Xuanyuan Shao. , If you find a treasure, those new recruits may not be able to immediately understand Pei Ji's military orders, but the hundred guards are completely capable of Pei Ji's training methods, and Pei Ji will fill the hundred guards into the imperial guards. In the army, as the backbone of the Imperial Guard, he led the training of recruits.

Chu Huan nodded with a smile and said, "It's good that you understand Bendu's intentions. Qi Hong, Bendu assures you that if there really is a bright road, Bendu will never miss your future."

Qi Hong smiled and said, "Chu Du, it's a pleasure to be in a humble position by your side."

"That's right, have you been practicing the Qi training method I taught you?" Chu Huan asked suddenly.

Qi Hong and Bai Xiazi followed Chu Huan to Xiliang, but were seriously injured. Chu Huan thanked them for their contribution and taught them the practice methods in front of the "Dragon Elephant Sutra".

"I have always wanted to thank Governor Chu for this matter." Qi Hong said solemnly: "Since Governor Chu taught the inner strength and mental method, I will practice at least once a day without interruption. I have benefited a lot and consciously practice martial arts. Made great progress.”

Chu Huan nodded and said with a smile: "Perseverance will never be a bad thing." [

"Chu Du, don't worry, if you follow Chu Du with a lowly position, even if you have low skills, you will protect him to the death." Qi Hong said sincerely: "Chu Du has recently purged the Zhu party, and we should be more careful if they hold grudges. "

Chu Huan said with a smile: "The governor is actually really looking forward to their coming earlier."

Qi Hong sighed: "Chu Du's wind and thunder skills are admirable. In just a short period of time, the situation in Xiguan has turned upside down... Yesterday I chatted with Boss Bai, and he also said that Chu Du is a rare talent in the world."

"Bai Xiazi's martial arts may not improve, but his flattering skills are getting better every day." Chu Huan sighed: "Qi Hong, don't learn from him."

Qi Hong immediately said sternly: "Chu Du, a humble and honest person, sincere and loyal, I don't know what flattery is, I only know that I will swear to my lord...!"

"To flatter myself is to flatter myself." Chu Huan couldn't stop listening, so he interrupted.

Qi Hong's face became slightly hot.

"But you're right." Chu Huan said with a smile: "Although the Zhu Party's people were defeated in Xiguan, they did not disappear. In the past two days, many Zhu Party officials placed by Zhu Lingyue in various departments may be afraid of the governor. Take action, so one by one finds various reasons to resign, which is exactly what I think...!" After a pause, he pondered for a while, and then said softly: "It seems that it is time to reactivate Gongsun Chu and the others."

Qi Hong was taken aback, thinking that Gongsun Chu had been executed by the Ministry of Criminal Justice before. Although Chu Huan had saved the officials, the new document from the Ministry of Criminal Justice had not yet come. According to the law, Gongsun Chu and others were still criminals. Could it be that Chu Huan really Do you want to enable them now?

However, he also knew that although Chu Huan was kind to others and treated him very well, he was still just a follower after all, and it was better not to say some things that should not be said.

"My lord, I've been waiting for a long time." A voice came from over there. Chu Huan looked over and saw Sun Zikong and Du Fugong coming down the mountain. The mountain is steep, but fortunately there are many trees. Du Fugong and Sun Zikong supported the trees Come up the mountain.

Chu Huan had already walked over, and said with a smile: "Mr. Du, Zikong, you have worked hard these days."

"My lord is hard work." After Du Fugong came up, he cupped his hands and said with a smile: "My lord, should I congratulate you first?"

"Oh?" Chu Huan smiled and said, "Where does the joy come from?"

"Dong Shizhen and Dongfang Xin died, and my lord lost two roadblocks. This is the first joy. The Pingxi Army took over from Zhu Dang, and the biggest threat was eliminated. This is the second joy. Mr. Pei built a new guard army. Saying that everything is going well, this is the third joy, and the fourth joy...!" Du Fu pointed to the factory at the foot of the mountain, "The factory that my lord has been caring about has been completed, and if there is no accident, it will be able to start making new salt within five days. Congratulations, how can Du Mou not congratulate Sir!"

Chu Huan laughed and said, "Qi Hong, I really should bring the blind man over to listen and let him learn how to speak. You can see Mr. Du's words are a little flattering, but why is it so comfortable to listen to? "

Everyone burst into laughter, and Sun Zikong said, "Master, Mr. Du has worked hard these days. The construction of the factory is complex and not easy. Many things are done by Mr. Du himself. I sleep every day, but for two hours...sometimes I don't even sleep for several days...!"

Chu Huan withdrew his expression, cupped his hands and said, "Mr. Du, I won't say anything unnecessary, you have suffered."

Du Fugong waved his hand and said: "My lord, don't say that. For such a big event, my lord can give me a scholar with the strength to bind a chicken. This kind of courage has already convinced Du. Since my lord trusts Du, how dare he not?" I will do my best to repay your lord's trust and respect."

Chu Huan held Du Fugong's arm and said with a smile: "Sir, to be honest, this is just the beginning. There are still big things to trouble you in the future. Don't say that I abused you then!"

Du Fugong also smiled and said: "As long as Du can hold on, he will do his best to repay you." He raised his hand and said, "My lord, why don't you go to the factory and take a look to see if there is anything wrong, so that you can correct it in time. Du A certain plan to start mining and making salt in five days, what do you think?"

"This factory belongs to the New Salt Bureau. You, Mr. Du, are the manager of the New Salt Bureau, and the factory is also within your jurisdiction. When to start work, it is naturally according to your manager Du's wishes." Chu Huan smiled and said: " Director Du, please lead the way!"

After coming down the mountain and entering the workshop, Chu Huan nodded frequently and asked, "Mr. Du, the work will start in five days. Have all the preparations that should be made?"

"Returning to the adults, when the factory was built, I found a group of peasants. They worked very hard. In fact, in the past two days, I have heard them talking behind their backs, saying that the project here is over, and they have to go back to the factory again. Looking for a way to eat." Du Fugong said softly: "I thought about it, these people are pure and good people, and many of them have to support their families. It is not easy to find a job in Xiguan nowadays. If you can, you can use these The workers who built the factory stay and let them work directly in the factory, which avoids re-recruitment of workers and gives them a way to survive.”

Chu Huan immediately nodded and said: "Mr. Du's idea is very good. Originally, to make new salt, even if you find another worker, you will start from scratch. There are no skilled workers. If this is the case, let them stay directly. They are willing to leave. , just let them go, if you are willing to stay and do things, we will treat them well and treat them well."

Du Fugong said with a smile: "Since your lord agrees, let's do it like this. I think they must be very happy when they know the news." This is closely related, so Du can only take the liberty to ask."