Kaifeng is a city with a long history. It was the capital of the Wei Kingdom as early as the Warring States Period and was known as "Daliang". However, by the Qin Dynasty, Daliang was demoted to the county seat and was called "Junyi" County, and its status was ruined.

It was not until the Northern Zhou Dynasty that it was promoted to a prefecture city because it was located at the waterway hub at the intersection of the Bian River and the Yellow River, and it was renamed "Zuzhou".

By the Tang Dynasty, because Kaifeng was the hub of canal transportation, its status improved and gradually flourished. Historically, by the Kaiyuan period, it was already "the boats and cars were circling, and there were many humans and demons", and it was called the "Xiong County" of Henan.

Of course, Kaifeng is far from reaching the level of a famous city in Kanto. However, its development potential is undoubtedly valued by Xu Qilin.

Luoyang is the largest grain transport center, while Kaifeng is the real pivot, connecting Jianghuai in the south and Youzhou in the north (now Beijing).

Just as Yangzhou took advantage of the benefits of canal transportation and became rich in Jiangnan and became one of the most prosperous regions in China, Kaifeng also had the same advantages and conditions.

Chang'an, Luoyang, Kaifeng, Yangzhou, Youzhou, and in the future, Xu Qilin will set up Dayingku branches in these six places to complete the national layout.

Now, except for Youzhou and Guangzhou, he has never been to him, and he has personally inspected and arranged the other four places. In addition, the transit warehouses established along Cao Road have basically taken shape.

Of course, every time he arrives, he must taste the food and let the chef record and learn. As for the romantic relationship, he is still young, at most he can enjoy the pleasure of seeing.

I have been busy all the way, and although it is very hard to go out, I have gained a lot. People’s livelihood, customs and customs in various places can be seen even if I can see through the leopards of my ability.

After the arrangements in Kaifeng, Xu Qilin sent officials to Youzhou and returned to Luoyang by boat. It was already winter, and if you didn’t walk quickly, the river was blocked and it would be bumpy on land.

For several months, his energy has been mainly focused on the reform of the canal transportation, but he has not ignored other aspects. He mainly relied on the inn's depot, and has built nearly a hundred buildings, all of which have been contracted out in the form of leasing operations.

According to Xu Qilin's arrangement, these residences are mainly extended along the three post roads, namely Chang'an to the southwest, Lingnan, Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Fujian.

Obviously, Xu Qilin puts the connection with the southern trade route first and focuses on it. The southern economy is developed and the business atmosphere is strong, so doing this will undoubtedly further promote the economic development of the north.

"Alang, I bought so many things, how happy the little lady should see it." On the way back, Wu Song was in a good mood. He looked at the cage on the boat and smiled.

"You have to bring some local specialties when you go out!" Xu Qilin said with a smile: "You have bought a lot of them, for Mrs. Zheng and A Ke?"

Wu Song smiled embarrassedly and said, "I haven't seen each other for several months, I really think about it."

"I'll go back and be a matchmaker for you. I'm not young anymore, so it's time to start a family and start a career." Xu Qilin kicked Wu Song and smiled and scolded, "I can't speak for myself if I'm not promising?"

Wu Song scratched his head and smirked.

Xu Qilin didn't look at this guy. In the blink of an eye, the scene along the coast was twisting the flowing beads on his wrist, feeling the strange force flowing into his body.

If it weren't for Daya's explanation, he kept feeling it carefully, and he really didn't know that the flowing bead had such a role. To put it simply, this flowing bead can provide energy for the soul-retaining card, and the soul-retaining card will enrich its growth due to it.

If it is just a soul-retaining card, it will certainly not play the same role in the hands of NiuTou and Horse Face and Xu Qilin's body.

Xu Qilin's qi and blood can only nourish the soul-hiding card, but it cannot be upgraded and exerted greater power.

According to Daya, the rosary is similar to a magic weapon, and should be a protective object for his son by the leader of Maoshan Sect, Shi Zheng. Anyway, it is not an ordinary object, but it is more compatible with the soul-retaining card in Xu Qilin's body.

Xu Qilin felt a little bit now, but he still didn't know how to use it. He was not in a hurry. It was useful or not, and it didn't help him much now.

"Hey, look at that boat-" Someone on the deck pointed at a boat on the river and made a sound of surprise.

Xu Qilin turned his eyes and found that it was a ship worth more than ten meters long sailing. What was strange was that there were no oars on the ship, but several wooden wheels were rotating. The wheels hit the water surface and made a rustling sound.

It was made! A smile appeared on Xu Qilin's face. It was a car and ship designed by him. It was handed over to Luoyang personnel before leaving. It seemed that it was a four-car ship. Although it was going upstream, the speed was quite good.

It should be a test subject. Xu Qilin concluded that this was a test ship. Judging from the waterline, the ship was unloaded.

Compared with sailboats, "cars and boats" are not restricted by the wind direction, with uniform speed and easy advancement and retreat. Compared with manual paddle rowing, the efficiency is also much higher than that of the earliest steam-pushing ships.

But cars and ships also have a disadvantage, that is, they cannot drive in shallow water. Therefore, the cars and ships Xu Qilin asked to build are all small and medium-sized, which can be used to hang sails and push them on their feet.

Although this is an improvement for ships, Xu Qilin also knows that it is not easy for boatmen who are used to hanging sails, paddles, and pulling fibers.

Even if there are not many applications, this idea should be displayed to people to let them know that there is such a way to advance.

Xu Qilin watched the car and ship swaying with interest, and also saw the number painted on the ship. That's right, the shipping company has been established, and the ships affiliated with the company will be awarded numbers and will start to undertake passenger and freight business on Cao Road.

For freighters and passengers, Dayingku is a royal institution. This company is naturally very formal and will not cause any murder and robbery. When you go out, safety is the first priority, and you can feel much more at ease when you take a shipping company.

And those ship owners and ship workers who do not want to be recruited will gradually lose business. For individuals, even a small group, cannot compete with strong state-owned companies and will sooner or later join the shipping company.

Xu Qilin didn't want to monopolize it, but wanted to grow as soon as possible. The recruitment of ships has saved additional costs of shipbuilding. Moreover, reasonable allocation can maximize operational efficiency.

The oars hit the water surface and gradually drove away. They slowly turned around in the wide area ahead, and on the other side of the river bank, they sailed downstream again.

Even if it is countercurrent, if it is windy and the power of the oars is pushed, there should be no need to use a rope to pull it? Xu Qilin really wanted to stop and watch for a while, but soon gave up this idea.

Some things may not be better if you have to do them yourself, so let the experimenters figure it out and improve it themselves so that more people can master this new boat driving technology!

In fact, if the technology can meet the requirements, Xu Qilin would rather build a propeller-propelled ship, which would be more effective than a wheelbarrow.

As the car and ship drove farther and farther away, Xu Qilin withdrew his gaze and turned to look into the distance. Luoyang is about to arrive?

…………………

Luoyang, the mansion of King Li Tai of Wei.

The flower hall is warm and I don’t feel cold when I wear autumn clothes, and it’s very comfortable.

Li Sipang was drinking tea and chatting with King Li Zhi of Jin.

King Li Zhi of Jin has been in Luoyang for more than a month. During this period, he went to Zhongyue Songyang Temple to visit the Maoshan Sect leader Pan Shizheng, asking for methods to strengthen the body, and asked Taoist Master Liu Dao to refine the Nine Yang Return Pills and linger in Songyang Temple for half a month.

When he returned to Luoyang, Li Zhi was going to set off for Chang'an. Li Sipang was kind enough to stay, saying that he would wait for the first half of the month to return to Beijing for the New Year together. Li Zhi thought this was good, so he lived in the Wei Palace.

Recently, Xu Qilin had sent news to the Dayingku branch of Luoyang, telling them about the itinerary. Li Sipang was also very concerned about Xu Qilin's actions. He knew that his return was approaching and was happy.

The report of delegating road maintenance to villages and towns along the way was praised by His Majesty Li Er, and he was asked to implement it first in Luozhou, summarize experience, and formulate specific standards for promotion to the whole country.

The immigrant's advice also made His Majesty Li Er appreciate it, and in his letter he praised Li Sipang for a great praise. He also told him that the proposal did not sign his name to avoid making too many enemies.

Li Sipang was not stupid either. When he heard his father say this, he immediately felt that it had a profound meaning. Well, this guy wrote another letter, saying that he would make enemies and reputation for his country and people. Not surprisingly, his generous speech was greatly praised by His Majesty Li Er.

It turns out that there is a chance! As the saying goes, the fragrance is fragrant from the distance and the smell is smelly from the nearest, Li Sipang thinks it is too right to come to Luoyang. Otherwise, where will the political achievements come from and where will the political experience come from?

"Zhinu, you asked Liu Daohe to refine the Nine Yang Huan Dan, I think it's inappropriate." Li Sipang advised Li Zhi with great concern, "This pill is mostly made of mercury and lead. It may be harmful to eat it, so it's better to be cautious."

Li Zhi said: "Thank you for your concern. I also know that the pill may not be beneficial, but I will try it out and I will not eat it casually."

"If you want to say, please ask Xu Cheng to ask for a method to strengthen your body." Li Sipang said: "If you don't talk about others, the health tea I drank is Lu Yu Xianchang's prescription, which is quite beneficial."

Li Zhi nodded and said, "If it is a recipe for health tea, there are some. I have been drinking it for several months, and it feels good. But if there is a better way, wouldn't it be better?"

Li Sipang smiled and stopped talking about this matter.

Li Zhi also changed the topic and talked about the recent street and house sign planning in Luoyang City. I don’t know what Li Tai means.

After hearing this, Li Sipang explained with a smile: "I think the communication between ordinary people is very inconvenient. It cannot be transferred through the post station, and I ask someone to take it over. It would be very convenient if I know the street sign!"

In fact, Li Sipang did not say it all. This idea was also from Xu Qilin, imitating the postal system of later generations, first planning the accurate address, and then using Didian and Caolu to achieve off-site communication.

You should know that in ancient times, the communication between ordinary people could only be sent by themselves, or asked to take the message along the way. It took a long time and often it could not be delivered to the person who received the message.

The postal system for ordinary people, with the help of more and more diners and ready-made Caolu, does not require much investment to start operating.

Of course, all cities and towns must have clear street names and door signs like Luoyang. If the preparations for this address are issued by the court, they can almost be completed within one year. At least, large and medium-sized cities should be able to cover them.

Moreover, this is not only a convenience for the people, but also a profitable project.

Li Sipang had already written the memorial and took Xu Qilin's credit for himself without hesitation. He was used to this, and Xu Qilin was happy to help him get more praise from His Majesty Li Er.

After hearing the fourth brother's explanation, Li Zhi thought for a moment and nodded in praise, "The fourth brother's idea is indeed good. Not to mention anything else, even those who are away from home, if they know the address and sign at home, they will ask someone to send a letter of peace."

"Yes, it's like those candidates who take the exam." Li Sipang said: "It took months to go out, so how worried the family should be."

Li Zhi said: "I live in my fourth brother, and my father still sends a letter every two or three days, let alone those who are in a foreign land and have no relatives?"

Li Sipang sighed and said, "I miss my father and elder brother and younger sister very much. Well, after I arranged the affairs of Luozhou, I set off for Chang'an."

Li Zhi smiled and said, "I happened to go back this time and go to the newly built Royal Theater to watch the show. I heard that the effect is very good, but Yizi praised it in the letter!"

It would be a good idea for the emperor to build a theater. Not to mention such a building, even the unfinished project of the Daming Palace was completed in just three months when it was actually rebuilt.

When Li Sipang heard the show, he became energetic and said, "Just heard that the theater was built in a unique way and the play was very novel, but it was never seen. I must take a good look at it this time, invite a master to build a school in Luoyang."

Li Zhi shook his head and said, "I'm not a master. The theater was Xu Qilin's first design and was taught to Li Chunfeng. If you want to invite it, just invite them."

After pausing, Li Zhi continued: "There is also the show, which is also the premiere of the Xu family team, and it is the most authentic. Although it is imitated now, it is still not good at its best and is more than one better."

"So that's it." Li Si fat and thought to himself: This is easier. Qi Lin has a good relationship with me, so he begs him.

Li Zhi didn't know what Li Sipang was thinking, but he thought he knew it. After all, he was in Luoyang and did not know much about Chang'an, which was normal.

"In order to watch the show, Aizi and Xincheng took the excuse to live at Sister Lizhi's house." Li Zhi said with some amusement: "The Royal Theatre has not been built there yet, and it is the first performance of the Xu family opera troupe!"

Li Sipang also laughed and said, "Shizi and Xincheng are still flirting with their father and even bringing sisters together."

Li Zhi didn't know what he thought of, and sighed softly, saying, "I think it's because he was so stuffy in the palace that it's reasonable to go out to play and relax. Erzi often complained in front of someone, saying that he was not as comfortable as Xiao Zhao and had never even visited Chang'an City."
Chapter completed!