The weapon tycoon who traveled to Daqin

"Okay. Let's get down to business." Shangwen said while holding his notebook.

"I don't know how many firearms Qi bought from Qin?" Shang Wen asked directly.

"This," the rear is obviously not used to this kind of fast-paced business activities.But Shangwen understood very well.Weapons are unlike other commodities.His special attribute determines the special significance of his commodity value.When it comes to the arms trade.Shangwen has always taken the initiative, and those firearms can only be equipped with some junior troops, but if a country wants to have an absolute advantage in weapons, it only depends on technology.But technology, Shang Wen occupies a certain monopoly position.so.The initiative of the negotiation, the bargaining chip.All on my side.Shangwen can completely ignore the idiot in front of him.

"Quantity. Type. Price. Delivery date. That's all." Shang Wen said with a wave of his hand.

"Oh." The back still didn't get used to it.

"In this way, our country of Qi needs 350 artillery pieces, 20 muskets, [-] bullets, and [-] shells," said the rear.

Shangwen silently recorded with a pencil.When Shangwen heard this number, he was very surprised.But it didn't show up.Rather, it is the number of records that remains the norm.This number is really scary.According to the current production level of Qin State.After one or two years of production, it is estimated that so many muskets can be produced.

These numbers are bigger than the numbers I got from King Qin yesterday.Shangwen thought about it calmly.There may still be a large number of orders from Zhao Guo.It seems that the firearms purchased by Zhao Guo are also very large.It is estimated that they have realized the importance of firearms.good.This is an opportunity to make a fortune.

There are currently two types of artillery, one is a two-inch caliber, which is compared to the five-inch artillery developed later.Regardless of power or range, they are incomparable.Shangwen originally planned to export the five-inch artillery, but considering the price issue and the advantage of the Qin army in weapons and equipment, Shangwen decided not to export this type of artillery.Exports are still small-caliber two-inch guns.This type of artillery technology is still relatively mature, and it is relatively fast to produce.And the key is saving on material.

"En. Very good. At present, the price of a cannon in Daqin is 20 gold, and the price of a musket is [-] gold. These cannot be discounted, but we can discount the bullets. Originally, we should charge you [-] rounds of bullets." Gold. But the purchase quantity of Qi State is very large, and we will give back to Qi State with a discount. We charge you [-] gold for [-] rounds of ammunition, and artillery shells are a little more expensive. After all, this thing is very big, and we also discount it. Take you Thirty thousand gold is already very cheap." Shang Wen waved his hand.Hearing from behind, he was stunned for a while.

"Calculated in this way, the total price is 13 gold. You know that these weapons require a lot of money before we can start construction, so we need Qi to pay in one go. Otherwise, we will refuse to accept the order." Shang Wen Said forcefully.

"This. This." There was some cold sweat behind.But Shangwen looked at the fool in front of him coldly.

After a period of calm.The rear finally made up its mind.Nod in agreement.Then he wiped the sweat from his forehead with relief.

"Well, very good, I will draw up a contract." Shang Wen quickly wrote the contract.Signed by both parties.Then Shangwen left to ask the king of Qin to lead the troops.Then go to the rear to escort all the funds.After all, this is not a small sum.

181 The Late Meng Yi

Shang Wen immediately went to the palace to meet King Qin in person, put the contract he signed in front of King Qin, and then led his troops to the rear to escort the funds.This batch of funds is really too huge, moreover, this fund is jointly owned by Qi State and Zhao State.So there are two places to go.A large amount of gold filled thirty bullock carts.It was the first time for Shangwen to see so much gold.

All the gold must be escorted to Xianyang Palace, and then handed over to Li Si.I don't know who Li Si gave it to.But so much gold.It must take a lot of trouble.Afterwards, basically, I have nothing to do with myself.Shang Wen simply left and returned to his residence, Shang Wen still has a lot of things to do.Especially tomorrow, Wang Jian's army will return.Shangwen wants to let those musicians show off.

As soon as Shangwen arrived at the arsenal, he saw a person standing outside the door.Shang Wen felt curious.He stopped the car and asked a few questions.

"Who are you?" Shangwen looked at the ordinary-dressed young man in front of him.

"My lord, Meng Yi, I have met you." The young man immediately bowed down.

"You are Meng Yi, hurry up, please hurry up." Shang Wen finally waited for this civil servant.It's been a long time.In an hour or two, it's probably time for dinner.This Meng Yi just came to report.

"Meng Yi, your elder brother and I are good friends, so don't be so offended, by the way. Why are you doing this?" Shang Wen said with some complaints.

"My lord, yes, it's really hard for me to find this place." Meng Yi said with some embarrassment.

No wonder.Even the envoys of the six countries could not be found. This place is completely a military restricted area.Basically, segregated manufacturing is adopted here, and those female workers only have a fixed number of holidays every month.Board and lodging are basically here.And the cross-examination here is very strict.

"It's really hard to find." Shangwen also felt embarrassed, since he had been the right prime minister for a long time.However, until now there is no fixed office location.Without a clerical staff, basically doing everything by myself.This is also the reason why Shangwen is busy every day.

"It's good if you come." Shangwen was very happy in his heart, at least he had a senior civil servant.Many things can be handed over to Meng Yi.

"By the way. I'll show you around." Shang Wen warmly invited Meng Yi.

"This is the artillery workshop, and all the artillery is produced. Our task is to constantly explore ways to improve the power, production, technology, etc. of artillery."

"There is still this side." Shang Wen said.

"This is the musket parts production workshop, and all the musket parts are produced here. That one is a hydraulic press. You can communicate with the craftsmen about the principle, and they will tell you. Some parts are made through hydraulic presses. .There is also a wire drawing machine over there. It is used to produce barbed wire. There are also some springs. They are also provided there." Shangwen said.

"There is a textile workshop over there, which produces some shoes and quilts. There are also some air bags. What. Over there is a bullet factory, mainly producing bullets for muskets."

"Our task is to manage these. Do everything possible to improve their production level. Whether it is technology or management. In short, there is only one purpose. That is to increase production." Shang Wen said with Meng Yi.

"In addition, we still have some things, such as knowledge and technology patents. Some inventions need to be continuously developed. These technologies are open in certain fields, such as among several craftsmen, but we must ensure their ingenuity. This It’s technical patents, we have to ask them to fill out forms. You are responsible for applying for patent rights. I will ask the printing factory to print those forms. Later, I will take you to the paper factory, printing factory, and glass factory. The places are all on the banks of the Wei River. It’s very far from here.”

Meng Yi nodded silently, quickly accepting all the new things in front of him.

"Okay. You can adapt to the new environment. By the way. If you think you are short of manpower, you can recruit some yourself. This is your right." Shangwen said.

"I'll go and do my business. Do whatever you want," Shang Wen entrusted.and leave.

Shangwen himself still has one big thing to do, which is tomorrow's welcome ceremony. Shangwen has long wanted to move the orchestra there to boost morale, and now he has the opportunity.

Shangwen hurried to the musician's place.Shangwen heard some tunes from a distance.Judging from the tone issued.It should be "Anchor Lifting March" Shangwen pricked up his ears and started to listen.The sound is not bad.The original tune is basically not much different, especially the combination and transition of horns and drums.Very fluent, it seems that the musicians have mastered this technique proficiently.But Shangwen listened to a passage, and the rhythm of the oboe was not very good.And there is the flute.The connection is a little early, or a little late, and it is noisy.

Shang Wen walked over slowly.I saw that the band was already full of people.These people are craftsmen who are resting in three shifts.Because the arsenal produces overnight.So the system of three shifts has already begun to be implemented.Shangwen was originally not advocated, but in front of a huge production task.Craftsmen in Qin State have long been used to it.There is no way, Shangwen can only acquiesce.The existence value of this system.

"Then the trombone and the trumpet in "Victory Calls". The drums are used as a foil to the beat. This kind of tone, the most encouraging thing. Because the orchestra plays an emphasized tone. This tone is not a soft tone. It's a fast-paced, high-pitched sound. Compared with traditional instruments, it's something that can be used as inspiration. Those drums, horns, can also be played, but often in a sad tone This kind of tune is not a cheerful one. If it is played, the soldiers' hearts will be chilled.

After playing, Shang Wen found the conductor of the band. Although it was a bit reluctant to call the conductor at this time, in fact there must be such a role, otherwise the whole band would not be able to complete such tasks in a coordinated manner.

Naofumi learned about it from the conductor.Something about the band.It took only two days, or even less than two days.These musicians have made a quick leap from being fit to being able to play sheet music.These guys are geniuses.Shangwen secretly admired.

"Victory is Calling", "Five Military Branches of the U.S. Army", "Manhattan Beach March", "Anchor Lifting March" can be played barely, and if there is another day, it is estimated that they should be able to cooperate.

But Shangwen only gave it for one night. Tomorrow, before Wang Jian's army came back, he had to play more proficiently. The tune may not be familiar.Shangwen comforted him.

182 High Morale

Just as Shang Wen was preparing for Wang Jian's return, Yan State made a major decision.That is to rely on the strength of one country to destroy the country of Zhao. From the moment Yan Wangxi got the good news, he began to fantasize about obtaining the same achievements as King Zhao.Yan Guo's strength has risen strongly in his own generation.

The reason why King Yan dared to do this was because Qin State sent more than 1000 muskets at once.Although there is no artillery.But the power of more than 1000 muskets should not be underestimated.King Yan didn't care whether the soldiers knew how to practice.Immediately mobilized more than 1000 elites and converted them into musketeers, and set off to Julu immediately the next day.At the same time, the King of Yan summoned again, asking Ju Xin to immediately go to Qin to buy guns and artillery again.And the quantity should be large.For this reason, King Yan allocated one hundred thousand gold from the treasury.Buy firearms exclusively.

King Yan began to believe in the power of firearms, thinking that a strong country must have a strong army, and a strong army must have strong weapons.And this musket artillery has become a sharp weapon in the hands of Yan Guo.The advantages of this weapon have already fascinated King Yan very much.Soldiers don't have to be as tough as Zhao Jun.As long as you know how to operate in a few steps, you will be fine.Then just form a certain formation.With a random shot, no matter how strong Zhao Jun was, he couldn't resist it.

In the past, the formidable military power of Zhao Jun made Yan Guo have to weigh Zhao Jun's strength every time.And this time.Yan Jun was not afraid at all.Soldiers can defeat Zhao Jun with simple training.But Zhao Jun had to pay a heavy price.This is an opportunity.Defeat Zhao Jun.Yan State can greatly expand its territory.Become the real big country among the six Kanto countries.

On the second day, the king of Qin personally led the civil servants and military generals to welcome Wang Jian's triumphant return. This time the troops were dispatched to fight differently. many people.At the same time, a large number of prisoners of war, horses, cattle and sheep from the northern nomads were obtained.At the same time, it also expanded the territory of thousands of miles.This kind of victory has surpassed the sum of the expansion of the previous kings of Qin State.

Such victories have already spread in Xianyang City and Qin State.The people of Qin State were very happy.This kind of joy not only comes from the honor of the country, but also from the vested interests of the Qin State. The King of Qin has ordered that the immigration will start next year. Anyone who voluntarily immigrates to the north will be awarded a rank of title.Five horses, five cows and ten sheep are rewarded.Ten acres of pasture.No tax will be levied within three years.As soon as this order came out, the entire state of Qin exclaimed, and tens of thousands of government offices from all over the country signed up.Everyone started to prepare for next year's opening.

This order was originally not like this. The order issued by the King of Qin was for compulsory confiscation. After Shang Wen's persuasion, it was changed to this way.In this way, the great counterproductive effect of conscripting was eliminated at once.In its place will be crazy immigrant co.This kind of emigration will bring about a chain reaction, and Shang Wen did not inform King Qin of this result.

The first is that a lot of land will be left unused.This is conducive to the large-scale annexation of land.Land annexation will bring commodity grains grown intensively in agriculture.This made the newly established feudal small-scale peasant economy quickly transition to the capitalist large-scale production method before it could gain a firm foothold.Most importantly, provide a lot of labor.Guns, textiles, tractors, and large-scale infrastructure construction such as railways and roads all require a lot of labor.The generation of these labor forces will greatly stimulate the development of the commodity economy and further consolidate the status of currency, which will completely smash the newly established feudal system.It made Qin break through again.on the road to capitalist development.Shangwen did not mention these reasons at all.Because, there is no need.It all depends on future development.

King Qin was very happy.The ministers and generals are also very happy.However, Shangwen ran away early to no avail.Shangwen is going to arrange an orchestra.

The "Wang" banner of Wang Jian's army has appeared.Naofumi immediately started ordering the band to start playing.Even if you don't come, you have to warm up.

The first song is "Victory is Calling". The sound of the trumpet caught the attention of King Qin, and the ministers and generals also turned their heads curiously.King Qin was a little surprised.

But I was quickly attracted by the impassioned tone of the piece, because the tone at the beginning of the score was a horn solo, which was a bit monotonous.Moreover, Shangwen felt that it was a bit unpleasant, which might cause misunderstanding.But there is no way, next.It quickly becomes generous and powerful in the modulation of the drum.It was very exciting to hear.

The musicians played with high spirits. These musicians practiced very hard last night and played the score very proficiently.The price was that they only rested for an hour and a half.But this song is inherently uplifting.It is rare to fall asleep under such a tune.Shangwen need not worry about this.

"Your Majesty." Zhao Gao stepped forward with some worry.

King Qin stretched out his right hand to stop it.