The meal was three or four o'clock in the afternoon, and I was really full of wine. After asking about the topic, I saw that Li Zaixing and I had something to say, and Mrs. Li was supported by Li Huamei. Before leaving, Li Huamei blinked at me, and a person suddenly flashed in my mind - Minako. I don't know how she was doing. Alas, they are all people from the past, and things from the past are meaningless now.

After the table was removed, the servants poured tea again, and Li Zaixing and I continued to sit and talk. Li Zaixing asked me: "Qi Lan, you have been fighting on the Ji Liao front line for a long time, and have followed Qi Nantang again, and have learned the true teachings. I wonder how you evaluate the defense of the Great Wall Pass of the Ming Dynasty."

I felt a little moved, why did I suddenly ask me this? I thought about it carefully, it seems that in the past, middle and late Ming dynasties, the Great Wall was reinforced and repaired. Could it be that the later one was the present? I didn’t understand what Li Zaixing meant for a moment, so I said vaguely: “The Great Wall is the most powerful guarantee for the north to fight against foreign invasion. Since Qin Shihuang, almost all those who enter the Central Plains will have to build the Great Wall.”

After recalling it, I continued: "In history, there are Han, Jin, Northern Wei, Eastern Wei, Western Wei, Northern Qi, Northern Zhou, Sui, Tang, Song, Liao, Jin, Yuan and other dynasties, and the Great Wall was renovated to varying degrees. When Di Yi occupied the Central Plains, the construction volume was more than that of the Han people. It can be seen that no matter who the Great Wall is to be, it is indispensable."

These words are just about history and history, without any leakage. Li Zaixing nodded and said, "I didn't expect you to be so proficient in historical events! It's rare! Then let me ask you, do you think that the Great Wall, especially the Guancheng, is still as reliable as before in previous battles?"

I thought about the meaning of his words in my mind, thinking about the number of passes in the Great Wall of Ming, which are nearly a thousand places in size, such as Shanhaiguan, Huangyaguan, Juyongguan, Zijingguan, Daomaguan, Pingxingguan, Yanmenguan, Paneguan, Jiayuguan, and Yangguan in the Han Dynasty.

This pass is not a simple archway and city wall, but a comprehensive defense system including pavilions, blocks, barriers, trenches, walls, and trenches.

Some large passes have many small passes near the city, such as more than ten small passes near Shanhaiguan, which together form the eastern defense system of the Great Wall. Some important passes have several defense lines. For example, in addition to this pass, Juyong Pass near the capital also has three passes to defend against the south entrance, north entrance and Shangguan. The north entrance is Badaling, which is the most important outpost defense line of Juyong Pass.

So I thought about it, Li Zaixing asked me if I had any plans to re-enforce the Great Wall. So I put down my teacup and said seriously: "The Great Wall is the last armor of the Central Plains. The city of Guancheng connects the Great Wall to the rivets. No matter how thick or how strong it is, it is not an exaggeration."

Li Zaixing nodded and signaled me to continue. I continued: "The Tatars are suffering severe damage at the moment, and they are engaged in peace and trade. It is unlikely that they will come back in the short term. The key is to resist the invasion of Jurchens from the Northeast!"

I thought to myself that after three hundred years of Qing Dynasty, our China has gone from being far ahead to being completely behind the world. Therefore, although people are slight, they should still do their best to do what they can for the country, home, and nation.

So I continued: "But Shanhaiguan has been fighting for years and the long-term disrepair of Guancheng is actually the biggest hidden danger! Therefore, the most urgent task at present is to rebuild Shanhaiguan and strengthen Juyongguan!"

Li Zaixing patted the table heavily and shouted, "Okay! OK! OK!" After that, he laughed endlessly.

I waited quietly for him and waited for him to finish laughing. Li Zaixing looked at me and said with regret: "It's a pity that the emperor did not allow you to enter Beijing. My Ministry of War really lacks such talent as you!"

I smiled and said, "Everywhere I am loyal to the country, the same." The dissatisfaction with the court was vividly revealed on paper.

Li Zaixing sighed and said for a while, "Look for another opportunity!" After saying that, he was in a state of suffocation and asked me, "Who can complete the repair of Shanhaiguan?"

I blurted out: "Li Chengliang!"

Li Zaixing smiled and said, "I heard that you and Cheng Liang seemed to have a disagreement before, but now they are very sincere in the election."

I smiled and said, "Public is back to public, private is back to private. I will never abandon public because of personal gain. Of course, I will not forget about private gains because of official gains."

Li Zaixing laughed and I continued, "I want to say that he and I have become friends now. Isn't the senior who said I am a favoritism, right?"

Li Zaixing kept laughing, just pointed at me with his finger.

The door curtain was pulled open with a whirring sound, but Li Huamei came in with a plate of fruit. When I saw that a plate of fruit was divided into four types: dates, chestnuts, persimmon cakes, and walnuts. I thought about it and found that these were all specialties around Jizhou, and probably sent them from our headquarters.

Li Huamei asked Li Zaixing with a smile: "Dad, I'll listen to you laughing in the kitchen. What did this fool say make you so happy? Don't you usually have a face hanging?"

Li Zaixing smiled and said, "He was picked out from the pile of idiots! You girl, a man, what are you going to get involved in?"

Li Huamei refused to support herself, and went over to rub Li Zaixing's shoulder and said, "Tell me! I'm still hiding!"

Li Zaixing couldn't resist this daughter, so he smiled and said, "I'm discussing with Qi Lan and asking him to supervise and repair the Juyongguan Great Wall!"

I felt a little moved, but I didn't say this just now. It seemed that Li Zaixing was confident, but he just said it. So I smiled and said, "I can only accept the order happily!"

However, Li Huamei suddenly said with a strange expression: "If I want to cry if I can't see you, I will cry. If I cry through the Great Wall, wouldn't I become Meng Jiangnu?"

I looked like vomiting blood on my face and would not answer this. Li Zaixing pretended to be angry and said, "Every girl family, I don't know how to be reserved! Go and go! Go and give me... Well, bring some throat-wet things!"

Li Huamei snorted, turned around and left. When she passed by me, she grimaced at me and said, "I didn't say I wanted to marry you, so I won't be Meng Jiangnu!" After that, she snorted again.

Li Zaixing and I looked at each other and suddenly burst into laughter together.

Then I asked Li Zaixing: "I really need my juniors to repair the Great Wall?"

Li Zaixing smiled and said, "When I see you, I know you are the best choice. I will report this to the Prime Minister tomorrow morning!"

I nodded and agreed.

After sitting for a while, I knew it was time to leave. After disturbing others for a day, I got up and said goodbye. Li Zaixing was also a straightforward person, not pretending to be silly and kept eating. I took Wuxuan and said goodbye to Li Zaixing and Li Huamei who came out to see him off, and got on the horse.

On the way, Buhui asked, "As soon as I entered, I opened my arms. They didn't make things difficult for you, right?"

I smiled bitterly and said, "Yes!"

Buhui said in surprise: "I see you are talking and laughing, why is it difficult for you?"

I shook my head and said, "I want me to be my son-in-law for his naughty daughter!"

Buhui was stunned and laughed: "This is a good thing! Why is it just a difficult thing?"

I shook my head again and said, "You don't understand her character!"

After saying that, he accelerated.

In the evening, I took the time to go to Governor Qi's house, but he became ill. Recently, it suddenly cooled down. I got up at night and was blown by the wind. I didn't get too involved, but just briefly talked about the past two days. In fact, it was mainly to listen to his views on what Li Zaixing said.

Governor Qi means that Li Zaixing is an upright, capable person, and is a good official. He can accept the things he arranged. What's more, since he took office in Jizhou, he has also focused on strengthening the Great Wall. He has put the most effort into Juyongguan Great Wall from Shanhaiguan. He was also very satisfied with letting me do this.

I nodded, and Governor Qi suddenly laughed again, "Have you ever seen Li Zaixing's mischievous daughter?"

I smiled and said, "I've seen it!"

Governor Qi showed a strange smile on his face and asked again: "What do you think?"

I smiled and said, "Excellent in appearance and uniqueness."

Governor Qi laughed and said, "It's naturally unique. Whoever marrys you will be considered a general! I'm asking you how you feel about the girl's family?"

I smiled bitterly and said, "I can't talk about it after meeting you. I feel okay!"

Governor Qi smiled and said, "You are here. If you have any thoughts one day, your family is overseas, and I will make the decision to propose marriage to you!"

I was speechless. Did people in ancient times be so direct about marriages? But I think so, the matchmaker came to the door to talk to the matchmaker at that time, and it was just a matter of words. If possible, I started to handle it. So I clasped my fists and said, "If I really want to do it, I will thank the governor for his success!"

Governor Qi laughed and shook his hand, but started coughing violently! I quickly called someone to serve and left first.

When I returned to Wenhai Pavilion, I called Qinglian and Yuhe and told them that the matter was over. The two of them were very relieved. At the same time, I also asked if there were any high-quality rubies in Ceylon?

The jade pipe material immediately replied: "There is another piece, but it is not good. However, Mosanbike recently introduced a new batch of gems, and several of them have excellent transparency, color and clarity. What do you want to do?"

I smiled and said, "The wife of the Minister of War is interested in the craftsmanship of our Qingyu Pavilion. You choose the best one and let Holmes rush to work as soon as possible to make a pendant. Well... I put on a pair of rings and earrings and hand them to the Li Mansion in person. They insisted on giving the money, so I promised to charge only the material fee. You can just take the lowest charge."

Qinglian and Yuhe have been in the government for a long time and know the depth of the water in the middle. Yuhe smiled and said, "This is a good fate, we will do it immediately! It will definitely do it beautifully!"

I nodded and asked again, "How is that Holmes?"

Qinglian and Yuhe looked at each other and smiled. Qinglian replied, "The craftsman is a bit famous, so he naturally has a bit of temper."

I nodded and said, "I'm not afraid of having a temper, but we just press Baoquan on him. If he rebels one day, will we be helpless?"

Qinglian replied with a smile: "Mr. What sir is very worried about! Holmes had spoken wildly before. After drinking a few glasses of wine, he started to urge him to raise the salary, and said that Qingyu Pavilion would relied on him and would break up without a raise. Once again, we sisters would accompany us!"

As he spoke, he was already angry. Yuhe said, "We are already with the teacher. Although the teacher's kung fu restriction did not touch our sisters, my sisters thought of themselves as the husband. Then Holmes was so frustrated that it was really not possible, so I hired a top card from Cuihonglou and squeezed him clean in three days! Half a month later, I lost weight, and my clothes were like a monkey tied up!"

After saying that, the two of them laughed together!

I laughed for a while and asked, "How are you going to solve it? This is not a long-term solution after all."

Qinglian smiled and said, "Homes was very tight at the beginning, and he did the fine work, and others couldn't get involved. So I chose three half-aged children from my hometown. They were nominally helpers, but in fact they were going to secretly learn skills. Homs was unwilling to do it at first, but the work was tight, so he couldn't get busy, and was entangled by the brothel woman, so he slowly began to teach these three children to do some basic things, and now he is becoming more and more dependent."

He said and smiled, pondering: "I guess in another half a year, no! In three months, the ordinary work can be handed over to these three children directly!"

I praised: "Okay! The core technology must be in your own hands! Take this matter quickly!"

The two of them were very interesting about the core technology this time, and they smiled for a long time and agreed.

I thought about it and said, "I will give you another task."

The two said happily: "Sir, just give me the order!"

I smiled and said, "This time I communicated with Holmes, he did not understand the language of my Han people, and you did not understand the language of Britain, which is very inconvenient. I want you..."

He pointed to Qinglian and said, "Learn the language of Britain. You don't need to recite poems and write them correctly, just be able to read and write normally. Do you understand?"

Qinglian said, "Yes, sir! Some time ago, I met two female monks who came to spread the God Cult. They actually knew the Chinese characters, so I would like to worship them as my teachers!"

I nodded and said, "You can learn, don't believe in those confusing doctrines. By the way, bring Jiugui Zhengxiao, Murong Qin, and Lakshen with them, and let them learn together." Qinglian naturally responded.

Yuhe asked, "What about me?" I thought for a while and said, "But you go and learn Frank's language, call Buhui and Mo, let them participate too."

After saying that, I called Yuan again and asked her to take Sa and Lan - if Lan had time, they would learn Spanish language together. According to Qinglian, there were several Malajia Flangji and Song Lu Flangji who came to preach in the suburbs of the city - which was the nicknames of Portugal and Spanish at that time. There were many monks and nuns in the middle, and they could be invited to be teachers.

After all, one day I will go out to sea. Learning languages ​​earlier is also a knowledge reserve. After arranging, I felt something big in my heart and I happily practiced my Cold Crystal Art.
Chapter completed!