Chapter 2700 Achievement of Men
The fleet passed by the Huating Town Pier and traveled upstream for some distance along the Wusong River waterway. There were iron cables blocking the river along the river, and there were towers and arrows on both sides of the river. So far, there were not even half a merchant ship in sight. The peak of prosperity lies far away in another world.
Where the flagship went, the iron ropes on the river railings were loosened by winches and slowly sank to the bottom of the river. The ship passed smoothly. A small speedboat sailed out of the military port and made a curve on the river in front of the flagship. Leading the fleet slowly into the harbor.
Rows of warships were neatly parked on their respective piers, and as far as the eye could see, countless navy soldiers were transporting baggage and repairing the hulls on the warships. When they saw Fang Jun's flagship entering the port, most of them put down their work and rushed to the port. Go to the side of the ship and raise your arms and shout.
The voice of "Commander" went straight into the sky.
In this Royal Navy created by Fang Jun, he has unparalleled prestige. Even though he is no longer the commander of the navy in name, only he can enjoy the title of "Commander". Even though Su Dingfang gradually established his prestige with his outstanding military exploits, almost all the navy soldiers always had the same understanding - Fang Jun will always be the true commander of this navy.
The fleet entered the port, and the princesses who were watching the excitement from the window on the helm tower suddenly showed different expressions when they heard the shouts like a mountain roaring and a tsunami.
Princess Jinyang was a little puzzled: "Are they really calling brother-in-law? But brother-in-law is no longer the commander of the navy, why do they still call him that? I heard that General Su Dingfang is also a rare and powerful general. How can these soldiers call like this? Doesn’t it make General Su unhappy?”
The little princess heard rumors in the palace and knew a little bit about the navy, so she was very worried about Fang Jun.
Princess Gaoyang's slender waist was straight and her beautiful face looked very serious, but the slightly raised corners of her lips revealed her inner pride.
When your husband single-handedly creates such a city in a desolate land that gathers the wealth of the world, as a wife, it is natural and honorable.
Especially being able to win the sincere support of countless navy soldiers, what kind of personality charm is this?
Princess Changle's eyes sparkled, and she took Princess Jinyang's hand and explained: "In fact, although Duke Yue is no longer the commander of the navy, he has always been in charge of the royal navy. In name, he is Supreme Commander. Besides, don’t think that your brother-in-law only knows how to fight and cause trouble all day long, not just fighting. During the battle, he was brave and unparalleled, and he was no ordinary man in controlling people's hearts. The navy commander Su Dingfang was originally a student of Duke Wei, but he was repeatedly suppressed and his talent was not recognized. It was Fang Jun who knew people well and promoted him to the commander-in-chief of the first army. He has already become Fang Jun’s loyal confidant, how can he feel jealous because of the support of the soldiers? ”
It seems that after leaving Chang'an City, all kinds of shackles have disappeared. Princess Changle, who has always been dignified and rigorous, rarely spoke in a frivolous tone and teased Fang Jun a few words.
Princess Chengyang looked out the window, her face was calm, she didn't say a word, she just tightened her delicate hand on the brocade handkerchief...
When the warship docked, the springboard had not yet been set up. Su Dingfang and Pei Xingjian had already jogged over from a distance, instructing the officers and subordinates under them to set up the springboard, and opened huge umbrellas.
When Li Tai disembarked first, followed closely by Fang Jun and Du He, Su Dingfang and Pei Xingjian hurriedly came forward to greet them.
"The last general (lower position) has met His Royal Highness the King of Wei and the Duke of Yue!"
"Haha, General Su is now famous far and wide. I have been famous for a long time. I am really lucky to see you today! Pei Erlang, please come quickly. We have been apart from Chang'an for several years. At the beginning, I was worried that you would leave Chang'an and such splendid and prosperous places. place, not suitable for Who would have thought that in this hot and humid place in the south of the Yangtze River, you would be able to single-handedly maintain the huge wealth of Huating Town? Even my father has said many times that you are a talented person and a pillar of the country. In time, you must be reused!"
The King of Wei, Li Tai, has always been good at dealing with people. He is quick-thinking and articulate, and can easily win the favor of others. The key is just that he is willing to make friends.
His Highness is lonely, unruly and arrogant...
Su Dingfang and Pei Xingjian both said they didn't dare, and before they could get up, several princesses walked off the boat, surrounded by the accompanying maids, and hurried forward to pay homage again.
"In a military port, the facilities are rude, and if you neglect a few princesses, you will eventually be punished."
Su Dingfang was a little uneasy. No matter whether the military port or Huating Town, they usually only received a few officials from Suzhou. Due to the close nature of the military port and Huating Town, and Su Dingfang and Pei Xingjian were not the type to go around and make good friends, who would When you come, you can only stay for a meal, and you will never deal with the troublesome things that come with the arrival and delivery, so there is always a lack of dependence.
It rained today, but only a few carriages could be found in Military Port and Huating Town, not even a decent carriage. They could only use umbrellas to protect the princesses from the rain...
Among the princesses, Princess Changle was the oldest and the most dignified. She smiled softly and said softly: "In the army, there are many soldiers with murderous intent. The generals fight for the country and fight fiercely on the battlefield. They are the treasure of the country." Backbone, my wife How can we dare to punish the general if we come to make trouble on a whim? Although we are women, we are not weak people who have no fingers in the spring water. We rely on simplicity in everything, so the general does not mind. "
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Su Dingfang was frightened: "I dare not accept His Highness's praise."
Fang Jun said from the side: "Okay, as members of the Royal Navy, you are the minions of the royal family. Why do you need to speak two different languages as a family? It's still raining in the sky. Let's quickly set off to Huating Town to settle down. I guess Mu Yuanzuo is almost here. When the time comes, let him find a suitable place in Suzhou City to accommodate several princesses.”
"I will obey my orders!"
Su Dingfang took the order and immediately called for the few carriages to come over. He first waited on the princesses to get on the carriage, and then protected King Li Tai of Wei to board another carriage. He and Fang Jun rode together. The large group of people marched toward the Huating Town Office.
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In the past few years, Huating Town has been receiving disaster victims and refugees from all over the north and south, especially those who are struggling to survive with their families, and it has actively registered them as household members. These people have no permanent property in their hometowns and have to live in exile to earn a living. After eating, he immediately settled down in Huating Town and worked hard just to be able to stay here for a long time, with a roof over his head and two meals to eat.
As a result, I found out after settling here that although the seemingly small Huating Town does not have much land for farming, its business is extremely developed. Not only are there dozens of local salt fields that recruit a large number of laborers all year round, but there are also plenty of jobs on the docks. If you have a lot of strength, you can survive even if you carry a few bags of goods.
With a few months' wages saved, you can buy a few looms, and even the old, weak, women and children at home can make a living with their hands.
The only bad thing is that for all the families who settle here, their children of school age must go to the school organized by the town office. Although admission is free and the school even provides a shared lunch, for poor families, studying is not Entering an official position was something that was unthinkable, but the lack of a working manpower in the family made everyone feel uncomfortable for a while.
But when the children chanted "It's true" and the abacus in their hands crackled, the parents seemed to realize that a child with a poor background like me actually had a child who was studying...
In such a prosperous and prosperous place, the rivers on the ground are filled with endless money and food. If the future generations can learn and read, they may have a great future, so who would be willing to leave? Not only did he not leave, but he tried every means to inform his relatives and friends in his hometown about the old days, and hurriedly brought his family to Huating Town.
As a result, the population of Huating Town increased dramatically.
Nowadays, a large area along the warehouse area behind the dock to the east and south has been occupied by neatly planned red brick residences. The growing population has also spawned more businesses, such as restaurants, tea shops, and grocery stores. , car dealerships, inns, even gambling houses, brothels, everything is available, and a town of a certain size has been formed.
It is more prosperous than many counties in Guanzhong.
There is a row of luxuriously decorated buildings behind the town office, which were originally used to receive officials. Naturally, the officials stationed here had already been driven away to provide temporary accommodation for several princesses.
As soon as Fang Jun settled the princesses, officials from Huating Town came to report that Mu Yuanzuo, the governor of Suzhou, had arrived and asked to see His Highness the King of Wei and the Duke of Yue, and also to say hello to the princesses. (End of chapter)