Chapter 764 Coal for Equipment Plan

Leaving Sanjiang Town, Ouyang Shuo didn't stop there. He took the guards and Sanqian Shenwuwei all the way day and night, and finally returned to Shanhai City on November 22.

As soon as he came back, there were a lot of things waiting for him to deal with. The Nanjiang Protectorate's Mansion, which had not been quiet for a long time, became lively again, with people coming and going, and they were all chief officials of various ministries.

Ouyang Shuo arrived in Shanhai City at around 7:00 in the morning, washed up a bit, washed off the dust from the road, had a casual breakfast, and then moved to the study to start dealing with government affairs.

Such a diligent lord is rare.

In the reception room, the officials waiting in line to be received by the emperor are already full.

The first thing Ouyang Shuo met was Zhang Yi, Minister of the Honglu Temple, and Xia Houdun, the director of combat readiness who had just taken office. The matter discussed was the cooperation with Xichu.

A few days ago, the envoys sent by Honglu Temple have successfully returned from Pengcheng of Western Chu, bringing the goodwill of Xiang Yu, the Overlord of Western Chu, and showing strong interest in the cooperation plan proposed by Shanhai City.

"You mean, Xichu doesn't intend to collect gold coins for selling coal, but wants us to exchange weapons and equipment for equivalent value, barter?" Ouyang Shuo asked Zhang Yi.

"yes."

Ouyang Shuo smiled, "Xiang Yu has a good plan."

Western Chu is located in the east of the Central Plains, and the north and south are flanked by two player lords, Di Chen and Zhan Lang; the Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty in the west is not very friendly to Western Chu due to historical reasons.

It is not an exaggeration to say that there are enemies on all sides.

Therefore, even if Xichu obtained gold coins from trade, he might not be able to buy anything, so bartering was the best choice.

"Then, do you want to reject Xichu?" Zhang Yi asked.

"No." Ouyang Shuo shook his head and said with a smile, "Why did you refuse? Agree to them."

Ouyang Shuo ordered Honglu Temple to contact Xichu, one is to solve the coal shortage in the territory, and the other is to secretly support Xichu, so that Xichu can wrestle with Dichen, Zhanlang and others in the Central Plains? !

Exporting weapons and equipment is a win-win move.

Ouyang Shuo told Xiahou Dun, "The Combat Preparedness Department should not be too stuck on the pricing of weapons and equipment. It is enough to keep 30% of the profit. If necessary, a batch of weapons and equipment can be sent to Xichu in advance as a deposit for coal."

Xiang Yu was a bit greedy for petty gains, so if he didn't give him some sweets first, Ouyang Shuo was worried that Xichu would be passive and sabotage in mining coal, which would affect the coal production.

"clear."

Xia Houdun took over as the director of combat readiness, and only then did he know the depth of Shanhai City. In comparison, the weapons and equipment of the Three Kingdoms period are not on the table at all, they are simply broken.

"Your Majesty, do we need to move forward with the alliance with Western Chu?" Zhang Yi asked.

During the visit of the envoys this time, Xiang Yu's attitude was still somewhat reserved, and he only agreed to the coal-for-equipment plan, but he had an ambiguous attitude towards the alliance between the two major forces and did not express his position clearly.

Thinking about being defeated by Shanhai City's army on the battle map, it was still a shame for Xiang Yu.

Ouyang Shuo smiled, "Just let nature take its course, you don't need to deliberately make friends."

Western Chu was completely controlled by the Xiang clan, and Honglu Temple didn't have much to do. Instead of making some small moves to disgust Xiang Yu, it is better to do nothing.

Ouyang Shuo believed that as long as he tasted the sweetness of exchanging coal for equipment, he would not worry about Xiang Yu not being hooked. For Xichu, exchanging a pile of useless "black soil" for sophisticated weapons and equipment, there is no better deal than this.

"Understood." Zhang Yi also understood.

Ouyang Shuo suddenly remembered something, and said to Xiahou Dun, "By the way, Yuanrang, after the annexation of Lingxi City, its unique siege equipment industry, the Combat Preparedness Department should step up its arrangements and establish production in major provinces, especially border areas. Base, to ensure sufficient supply of front-line siege equipment."

Unlike other counties, Lingxi City, as the former leader of Yunnan Province, has a very deep heritage. As soon as it was merged into Shanhai City, Kunming County became the largest county in the territory in one fell swoop.

What's even more rare is that Lingxi City has some unique industries, especially in the field of military industry. It is one of the top military predators in the [Shanhai League].

This merger is a good supplement to the military industry of the War Preparedness Administration.

Xiahoudun replied: "My lord, some time ago, Lingxi City took the initiative to send people over to discuss the merger of the military industry. At present, there are already plans, and the progress is going well."

"Really?!" Ouyang Shuo smiled, Bai Hua's actions were really grand.

When mentioning Bai Hua, Ouyang Shuo remembered something. The other three of the four great female roles, blue, red, purple and white, had already arrived in Shanhai City, waiting for Ouyang Shuo to arrange positions for them.

Some time ago, when Ouyang Shuo was inspecting the three Lingnan counties, Bai Hua specially wrote to Ouyang Shuo to explain the matter. After the annexation of Lingxi City, the three sisters were unwilling to stay by Bai Hua's side all the time, and wanted to show their talents on the big stage of Shanhai City.

After the annexation of the territory, the operation of Kunming County has its own system, and it is also restricted by the "Territory Code". The three sisters can no longer do whatever they want in Lingxi City like before.

That being the case, it is better to just let go.

Ouyang Shuo was naturally extremely happy to be trusted. The three sisters are not mediocre, and they can find a suitable stage in Shanhai City again if they think about it, and shine.

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After seeing off Zhang Yi and Xiahou Dun, Ouyang Shuo asked Bai Nanpu to invite the three sisters to have a talk.

Watching the back of Secretary Lang leaving, Ouyang Shuo was suddenly lost in thought. Calculating the time, Bai Nanpu has been with him for two and a half years, and Gaia has been serving as the clerk since the beginning of the first year.

Until now, work diligently and conscientiously.

"If there's an opportunity, let him go down to practice." Ouyang Shuo thought.

Just as Ouyang Shuo was in a daze, a seductive female voice sounded from outside the door, "I mean Lord, you are such a busy person."

It is exactly: before the people arrive, the voice spreads first.

While speaking, the three sisters, Violet, Hongying and Tsing Yi, came slowly.

"Three, please sit down!"

Ouyang Shuo smiled slightly, and didn't take up Violet's words, this little fairy is terrible, if she entangles her, she will peel off her skin even if she doesn't die.

Seeing Ouyang Shuo himself, the three lost their temper and sat down obediently.

"Bai Hua has mentioned your situation to me. If you have any ideas, feel free to mention them. Today we can talk freely." Ouyang Shuo personally poured tea for the three of them.

This is indeed the case, there are three people in Lingxi City, and Bai Hua is not the only one who will be compensated for this merger. In the future, the three sisters will have corresponding titles and fief rewards.

"Accept any request?" Violet gave Ouyang Shuo a charming look, full of energy.

Ouyang Shuo nodded, "As long as it's reasonable, any request is fine."

"Hypocrisy!" Violet muttered, for some reason, she was really looking forward to meeting Ouyang Shuo. But when I saw it, there was a trace of nameless anger in my heart.

Maybe it was because he was too calm when he saw the man in front of him.

"Second Sister!" Tsing Yi gently tugged at the corner of Violet's clothes, reminding her in a low voice that the status of the other party is not an equal ally before, but a lord.

Don't be too presumptuous if you are familiar with it.

Seeing that the atmosphere was a bit awkward, the third sister Hongying spoke first: "I still want to serve in the army."

"Okay." Ouyang Shuo nodded and said, "How about going to the Fanlihua Army to be the commander of the third division?"

The Fanlihua Legion suffered heavy losses in the Battle of Baishi City, and the commander of the third division died in a fierce battle.

Red Eagle was originally the division head of the Imperial Guard Division of Lingxi City. With the annexation of Lingxi City, the Imperial Guard Division was temporarily reorganized into an independent division of the Imperial Guard Army, which was placed under the command of Huo Qubing, the commander of the Imperial Guard Army.

In order to avoid suspicion, Hong Ying has voluntarily resigned from the position of division commander. This time, he has no problem with his ability as the division commander of the third division of the Fanlihua Army.

"This is good!" Hong Ying's eyes lit up, but it was not for any other reason, but aimed at Fan Lihua. "I have long heard that this female general is very willing to serve under General Fan Lihua's command."

Hongying really has a military style, speaks straightforwardly, and directly considers himself a general.

Ouyang Shuo also smiled when he saw it.

"Where are you two?" Ouyang Shuo asked Zi Luolan and Tsing Yi.

Violet calmed down a little, and said, "You know that I am best at diplomacy. If possible, it is best to work in Honglu Temple."

"That couldn't be better." Ouyang Shuo nodded and said with a smile, "So, how about setting up a foreign propaganda department under Honglu Temple, and you will be the director of the department, mainly in charge of territory promotion and diplomacy with player forces? "

"I can understand player power diplomacy, but what does territory propaganda mean?" Violet was a little puzzled.

Ge Modern Society Propaganda Department is naturally a heavyweight department, but now it is an ancient background, how to promote it? Storytelling, or allegro.

Ouyang Shuo smiled, "Shanhai City established the "Shanhai Daily" earlier, but unfortunately it has not been operating well. I want to put "Shanhai Daily" under the management of the International Publicity Department to strengthen the influence of the newspaper in the territory. How about it? , are you confident?"

Violet's eyes lit up, "No problem."

"Then it's settled." Ouyang Shuo nodded, and finally looked at Tsing Yi, "What about you?"

Tsing Yi is not only the brains of Lingxi City, but also one of the three female Zhuges in the wilderness. In her previous life, she was as famous as the peerless beauty. How could Ouyang Shuo despise this little girl.

"I haven't made up my mind yet." Tsing Yi was a little distressed.

When he was in Lingxi City, Tsing Yi had always existed as a team think tank, and had no specific position at all. When we arrived in Shanhai City, the situation became a bit embarrassing.

Compared with Lingxi City, Ouyang Shuo has countless capable people around him, and he does not lack brains. In addition to the chief officials of the various ministries, there is also Chief Shi Jiaxu in the Duhu Mansion, and Chen Gong recently came.

In comparison, Tsing Yi has no advantage.

Ouyang Shuo frowned when he saw it, and after receiving Bai Hua's letter, he began to think about the arrangement for the three sisters. The arrangement of Violet and Hongying was not a temporary idea, but a preoccupation.

Otherwise, the position of division commander of the third division of the Fanlihua Army would not be vacant until now.

Only for Tsing Yi, Ouyang Shuo was a little uncertain.