Wentang

Chapter 49

"It turned out to be Longshou Shannan who created Wu Deli, please accept Zhao Guangnian's worship." Zhao Guangnian waved his sleeves, clasped his hands together and saluted.

"Don't dare, dare not, I can't accept this gift from Master Zhao." Yue Shan said hastily.

Don't look at him as a baron, and his fifth rank is higher than Zhao Guangnian, but he belongs to the real power of the Ministry of War and a lowly position.I am just an idle person with no position and no power, so I really can't accept this gift carelessly.

"Wu Deli is a sharp weapon of the country to benefit the people, and the baron deserves this gift." Zhao Guangnian said solemnly.

Yue Shan was silent for a while, and then said: "It's a fluke, I'm ashamed."

Influenced by history books, he always thought that after the abolition of Confucianism, all dynasties despised scientific talents and did not pay attention to technological innovation.

However, he found that after he dedicated Wu Deli to being the Baron of Longshou Mountain, everyone he met was very polite and recognized his achievements.No one ridiculed him for relying on strange skills and tricks to get to the top.

Even Pei Ju, a big boss in the Sui and Tang Dynasties, went to see him in person, just to thank him in person.Tian Xuechen, the commander of Chang'an, also praised him very much for this, and Zhao Guangnian is the same today.

Are the historical records wrong?Or is there something wrong?Yue Shan was a little puzzled.

But this is not the time to think about it.

After reporting his identity, Zhao Guangnian did not delay after confirming that he had the qualifications to use the defense, and led him to the courtyard on the left side of the Yamen of the Ministry of War.

Zhou Shangyun, who was waiting outside the door, consciously followed behind.Yuchi Baolin and Zhao Guangnian didn't even look at him, as if he didn't exist.Zhou Shangyun's face was as usual without any humiliation, as if he also thought it was right for others to ignore him.

This also reminded Yue Shan that ancient times are always ancient times, and class is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people.

Zhao Guangnian ignored Zhou Shangyun, but his attitude towards Yue Shan was completely different, very friendly and kind.While walking, introduce him to the recruitment and use rules of Fanghe.

It is said that there are warriors in the army, but in fact only those high-ranking officials are eligible to directly select people from active servicemen.People like Yue Shan who can't get high enough to get low can only be selected from the retired soldiers.

Even if he insisted on selecting active-duty soldiers, others would only give him a false picture, and those soldiers who were selected would not be happy.After all, being a soldier in the early Tang Dynasty is still very promising, much better than following a small nobleman.

But the retired soldiers don't have so many choices, thank God if they can have an errand.Besides, Fanghe also belongs to the organized arms, and can receive the salary and enjoy the same treatment as the regular army, but it lacks the way to obtain military merit.

It is the most suitable for those who have already resigned to their fate and just want to find a stable job.

The rules of use are also very simple, as long as it meets the requirements of the court law, it can be used all the time.If you are not satisfied with anyone, you can return it for a new one. If you are satisfied, it doesn't matter if you use it to death.

Even if the old Fanghe dies, his descendants can take over the position.As long as the master agrees, just bring them to the Ministry of War to report.

This is actually a family general in disguise, but the family general does not join the military, and these people are all registered soldiers.

Yue Shan was very winking, and he took the initiative to choose from among the retired soldiers without any persuasion.Zhao Guangnian was very satisfied with his acquaintance, and patted his chest to promise that he would choose someone suitable for him and would not cheat him.

Then he introduced the origins of these retired soldiers, mainly divided into the following categories:
Many soldiers retired because of old age, mistakes, or disabilities.There are also some soldiers recruited temporarily. After the battle, the army is disbanded and everyone is collectively disarmed and returned to the field.

Most of the soldiers would go back to their hometown after being released, and the imperial court allocated a huge amount of land to each soldier, enough for them to live a prosperous life.

But there are always exceptions, and there are those who just don't want to go home.

Some are used to life in the army and cannot survive without the army; some want to try again to see if they can keep their wives and children;

"The subordinates of Lieutenant Yuchi are in the last situation. They are also very picky. They don't want to do poor jobs, but they can't do good jobs even if they are disabled. The imperial court has limited income and can't support them for nothing. It's difficult to arrange." Master Zhao pointedly said.

Yuchi Baolin frowned and pretended not to hear.But Yue Shan was keenly aware that the skin behind his ears turned red.Apparently he also knew he was wrong and was ashamed.

But it was precisely because of this that Yue Shan developed a good impression of him instead.He is a kind and righteous man who can save his face and work for a former subordinate.

The group soon arrived at the gate of the other courtyard. Zhao Guangnian stopped at the gate and said to Yue Shan: "Baron Yue, be careful later. There are a group of old killers here who don't know how to behave. Don't be bumped by them."

"Thank you, Master Zhao, for reminding me, I'll make a note of it." Yue Shan said gratefully.

"Don't worry, they won't be able to hurt you, Baron Yue, without me." Yuchi Baolin said softly.

"That's the best, I hope we don't lose the reputation of Yuchi's family later." Director Zhao, who had taken the initiative, was very stubborn at the moment, and said bitterly.

After speaking, he opened the door and walked in.

The courtyard is very empty, there is not even a serious house, only a row of thatched sheds.There were about a hundred brawny men gathered in twos and threes in the courtyard.

It should be very lively with so many people gathered together, but the courtyard is very quiet.Almost no one made any loud noises, and even if they were chatting, they would try to keep their voices down.

After a little thought in Yue Shan's mind, he understood the reason, and dared not.

This is the office of the Yamen of the Ministry of War. Not to mention some ordinary soldiers, even ordinary officials should be cautious in their words and deeds when they come here.What's more, these people all asked the Ministry of War, so naturally they didn't dare to mess around.

When they saw Mr. Zhao walking in, these people came alive instantly, and rushed over to surround them with a 'crash'.

"Boss Zhao, I've been here for two months, you old man can just let me go back."

"Master Zhao, I have been in the barracks all my life, and the imperial court will kill me if they let me go."

"I'm not going home, I'm going to continue serving as a soldier to fight enemies for my country..."

"..."

The courtyard, which was quite quiet just now, immediately became noisy.Director Zhao and Yuchi Baolin were used to this kind of scene, and their expressions were normal.

And the two were also quietly observing Yue Shan's performance in private.When they found that Yue Shan was calm and not panicked at all, they couldn't help admiring in their hearts. He has such courage at such a young age, and his future is limitless.

As for Yue Shan, although he had never joined the army in his previous life, he had participated in military training.The military training scene for thousands of freshmen is much bigger than this.Although the murderous aura of these sergeants made him feel a little uncomfortable, it was not unbearable.

"Shut up." Zhao Guangnian's face suddenly changed, and he scolded: "What's the noise? How do you arrange it? Your court has its own rules. If you decide what you want, it will be messed up? Whoever is making noise, I will tell you what to do." He kicked out."

As if the still switch had been pressed, the noisy crowd just now quieted down instantly.

Zhao Guangnian nodded in satisfaction, and then continued: "Don't say I won't give you a chance, this is Longshou Shannan, who was personally appointed by His Majesty, and according to the court law, he can have eighteen guards. He came here today to select guards. Hey, it’s up to you whether you can seize this opportunity.”

When he said this, his face darkened, and he said in a dark voice: "I gave you the opportunity. If you are not selected, then you will not live up to your expectations. You all obey the arrangement and go back to your hometown. Whoever makes trouble here, Don't blame my surname Zhao for being rude."

Those soldiers seemed to have not heard his threat, they all stared at Yue Shan eagerly, as if they wanted to swallow him alive.

(End of this chapter)