In June, three thousand Yuyang County soldiers drove to Xinhui County, which bordered Hejian County. At the same time, Ye Zhen's Central Army also sent a thousand infantry to Anlu County, which was adjacent to Xinhui. The two sides intersected, and small frictions frequently appeared. It seemed that both sides were already tense and could start fighting at any time. It seemed that there were many soldiers in Yuyang, but everyone knew that the soldiers who fought against the East Army could not be judged as ordinary troops. If they really fought, it was hard to say who would win and who would lose.

But under the military confrontation, there was another storm hidden. The salt and iron of Yuyang County, the weapons and war horses of western Liaoning were constantly communicating with each other from these two places. These two armies were not so much confronting each other, but rather escorting these transactions and covering up this secret at the same time.

Of course, such a large transaction volume is naturally difficult to keep it completely confidential for a long time, but in the eyes of both parties, even if these people are known to the world, things for face must be maintained.

In addition to these strategic materials transactions, private caravans are getting closer and closer. Xinhui and Anlu, which were originally on the edge of these two counties, are gradually becoming prosperous, with more and more people gathering.

The Yan State court implemented strategic material control over Hejian and western Liaoning. It was extremely difficult for salt and iron to flow in. In addition to self-producing, it relied on smuggling. However, under the expedition of the Dongfu system, there were too few salt and iron ore deposits, which were not enough to supply its own needs. Although there were bold efforts by Yan State merchants to trade with the four seas, they could not guarantee a steady supply. Once the court became ruthless, this road would also be broken. From Dai County, Zhao State, the road was long. Although this line had never been broken, it was too expensive. After opening up the Yuyang County line, Gao Yuan temporarily took this worries.

But this is not a long-term solution. To throw your lifeline to an ally who may bite you at any time. This is not what Gao Yuan wants, but is placed in front of Gao Yuan. It is to take down the land of Donghu and Liaodong, with rich mineral resources. Donghu people are in Baoshan without knowing it, or they know that they have it, but they cannot cultivate a large amount of technology due to insufficient technical strength.

To fight Donghu, not only is the hostile force between the two sides, but also because Gao Yuan must control this area. Only by taking over Liaodong can Gao Yuan truly have the capital to compete for the world.

It is precisely because of this reason that Gao Yuan did not hesitate to use weapons and war horses to ensure that Yuyang County would send these strategic resources continuously before he decided against Donghu.

Both sides take the needs.

Jiang Xinliang and Gao Yuan are both busy, and they are so busy.

Jiang Xinliang was busy strengthening the army. He knew very clearly that as long as the 30,000 Yuyang Army in his hands became a strong army like the Zhengdong Army, even if he could not dominate the world like Gao Yuan, he could become an important force for Yan State, which was enough to influence the power of the Yan State's dynasty. Otherwise, even if he hugs his thigh, he might be kicked away by this thigh at any time.

What's more, he is now supporting the Zaiyu bordering Zhao State. With the great victory of Jing Rufeng at Hangu Pass, the external military pressure was greatly alleviated. The Qin people had to shrink the front line, and Zhao State's pressure on the western front was reduced, so maybe they would look back at the east again. He had to be careful.

Gao Yuan was also busy. He was too busy to fight. A big battle with the Donghu people was imminent. He had to prepare in all aspects. The last time was Yan State who had all his strength to start a war with the Donghu. This time, he supported it. Last time, the army of each side had more than 100,000, and this time, he had a full battle and a full battle, with only 30,000 troops. This also included Xu Yuan's outstanding trick in Pioneer City, which expanded the Northern Field Army to 20,000 in just half a year. In the direction of the Eastern Army, Helanxiong currently had only more than 10,000 troops under his command, which also required all non-combatants to be included.

This is not a battle of equal strength.

Food and grass reserves, transportation, manufacturing and distribution of weapons are all headaches.

Jishi City in June is much hotter than other places. When the breeze is still outside the city, it feels a little breathless, but this is because of the countless workshops gathered in the West City.

In the west city, there are fine iron refining and various weapon factories. Countless furnaces are lit up, and the heat will rise from these factories and slowly spread throughout the city.

Walking in this block consisting of countless factories, you can feel the rolling heat waves even outside. In a moment, Gao Yuan felt sweaty and heavy clothes.

"How can craftsmen stand up to long-term work in this regard? Do you have any solutions to this?" Looking back at Wu Kai, the governor of Jishi County who accompanied him and Fan Dengke, who was responsible for all military production, "Although the mansion is in a hurry now, we cannot surprise the craftsmen."

"Dengke, you can explain to the governor!" Wu Kai said.

"Yes, the county magistrate!" Fan Dengke was originally a native of Langya, and was considered a senior steward of the Ye family. With more than 10,000 craftsmen, he was dowed to western Liaoning, but now he is Sima in Jishi County. One of the most important tasks is to manage the military workshop in Xicheng.

"Governor, in order to improve work efficiency, we divided the workers into three shifts. Generally, four hours of shifts are served, and the guys are resting, and even at night, the work is still on. The weather has become hot during these days, and the factory is extremely hot, so it is transferred to two hours of shifts. At the same time, the factory has a lot of preparations for herbal tea, mung bean soup and the medicine for medical officers to arrange."

"Well, if you think more carefully, even so, you should not be careless. It is best to invite more medical officers to be on standby at any time." Gao Yuan nodded.

"Yes, the official will go to do this immediately."

"In addition, according to the requirements of the soldiers in front, how are the changes in some weapons going?"

"In addition to the stocks produced before, the latest productions have been made according to the feedback from the frontline soldiers. For example, iron helmets with eaves and blood grooves on weapons such as spear blades and daggers, etc. are extremely simple things. Once you receive suggestions for improvement, you will immediately change the previous production methods."

"What about some other ones?"

Van Dengke looked puzzled, "The governor, like the soldiers' problems such as the heavy crossbows, too slow firing speed, and short crossbow range, are difficult to solve for a while, but the officials are organizing people to explore."

Gao Yuan stopped, "At present, our enemy is the Donghu people. The Donghu people are based on cavalry and shooting, mainly cavalry. If the strike ability of long-range weapons can be strengthened, the losses of soldiers to fight against cavalry with their flesh and blood will be reduced. Therefore, this aspect of research should be strengthened. So, you organize experienced masters to establish the Zhenshang Research Institute, and the Governor's Office will allocate funds to the Governor's Office. The work of these masters is to study how to improve the performance of weapons, including the improvement of the performance of bed crossbows and crossbows, but not limited to these. As long as these craftsmen make achievements, the Governor's Office will not only reward them, but also give them officials.

Fan Dengke was revived and gave the craftsmen an official, which was a precedent in the Central Plains. However, when he thought about Guo Quan, he felt relieved, "In this way, the enthusiasm of the craftsmen will be greatly improved, and perhaps he will be able to find a way."

"Don't be afraid of spending money in the research institute!" Gao Yuan looked up at the smoke rising from Niao Niao and said, "No matter how much money you spend on research, it will not be as precious as the lives of the soldiers in front. Our Eastern Army took the elite route, but there were not many soldiers, but they were all blocking ten people. Fan Dengke, don't underestimate your work. Every time you develop a weapon of military engineering, you may be able to save the lives of countless soldiers on the front line and control the outcome of a war!"

"The lower officials understand that even if they don't eat or drink, they don't sleep, they will definitely solve the opinions put forward by the frontline soldiers in the shortest time and take out weapons that the governor is satisfied with."

"Hastyness means failure!" Gao Yuan shook his head, "You must calm down first to do this."

"Yes!" Van Dengko responded respectfully.

"Governor, go to the warehouse to have a look. As our iron smelting technology improves step by step, our weapons are getting sharper now." Wu Kai said on the side.

"Okay, go and have a look!"

About about the next day from the workshop area, rows of tall warehouses with the same shapes stood tall. In front of the door, the guards stood solemnly, every time the incense stick was.

He picked up a shield and danced a few times, but Gao Yuan exclaimed, "It's much lighter than before?"

"Yes, Governor, as our iron smelting technology improves, the quality of the refined iron produced is getting better and better. In the past, the wooden shield was outlined with iron sheets, which had poor resistance to strike, and could not stop the heavy weapons of the cavalry. The iron shield was too heavy, and it was extremely inconvenient for soldiers to use. But now, iron sheet made of newly smelted refined iron covers the wooden shield. Although the anti-strike ability is slightly worse than the iron shield, it is better than the lightweight, so now it is mainly produced such shields."

In Gaoyuan's eyes, fine iron is steel, but the quality of this kind of steel today is obviously far inferior to the quality of the steel of the era you were in.

In this warehouse, there are various types of shields, including half-man shields used by infantry, large shields used for formations, and small round shields used by cavalrymen. Compared with the previous ones, there have indeed made great progress in quality.

After connecting several warehouses, Gao Yuan's heart finally stopped a little. The Northern Army suddenly increased by more than 15,000 soldiers, which was something he had never expected before, so that the weapons reserves of the Northern Army were suddenly in a hurry. For the past few months, he had been transporting weapons there. Only when these weapons arrived at the Prophet City would the Northern Army really have a certain strength.

Donghu's actions to increase troops towards Hetao have not stopped. The pressure Sun Xiao faced was increasing day by day. There was no reinforcement here to send him, so he could only solve their worries on the weapons.
Chapter completed!