"I think we should do this... Also, dig tunnels and shelters under the fort, and then... and the enemy towers for defense... and this... and then this..."
Su Sijin pointed at the drawings and explained them one by one, emphasizing the important points repeatedly.
After two hours, they came up with a definite plan and ended the discussion.
Because of the tight schedule and many things that needed to be arranged, Zeng Zhipeng planned to leave in a hurry.
But before leaving, she finally spoke out the request she was too embarrassed to say, "Mr. Lu, Madam Lu, this... this..."
Zeng Zhipeng felt that his request was a bit excessive, and began to hesitate. Finally, he closed his eyes and gritted his teeth, "Can my Meijiang Village build this fortress?"
"Don't worry, we'll only build the fort in Meijiang Village. I guarantee that no other fort will remain outside of Meijiang Village."
In order to make the two believe him, he swore an oath: "If the blueprint of the fort is leaked out, and there is another similar fort outside of Meijiang Village, I will die..."
Before he could even say the word "die", Su Sijin stopped him from swearing, "Village Chief Zeng, we believe in you, you don't have to do this."
Although they had known each other for less than a day, Su Sijin trusted him. Besides, she never thought that keeping public art secret would lead to its development and growth.
If the forts and other structures were used to resist enemy invasion and protect the people of Dai Viet from being harmed, what would it matter if they were made public?
"How about Village Chief Zeng, build a dock with us? Build it on top of the shelter." Since we are planning to build it, why not build it together? In this way, the two docks will stand tall and form an unbreakable border.
If Japan is isolated from Dai Viet, it will be impossible for Japan to enter Dai Viet at will.
Not far from Meijiang Village is the sea, and on the other side of the sea is Japan.
If Japan wants to invade Dai Viet, it only needs to cross the sea.
However, if two docks are built and a border wall is built not far from the docks, two protective nets will be formed, and the Japanese will no longer be able to come and go as they please as before.
If the Japanese want to break through two lines of defense, they can break through the first border wall, but will stop at the second line of defense, which is the fort.
Su Sijin told Zeng Zhipeng about her plan to build a protective wall. "With two lines of defense, how can there be any unrest on the ground?"
Zeng Zhipeng heard this. He should be unconventional, rough and unemotional, but at this moment Zeng Zhipeng lost control and shed tears of excitement and joy.
Who would want to live in a dark and damp shelter when they can live in the sunshine?
When he spoke just now, he had no hope. If the fort could be built, he could imagine what kind of sensation it would cause in Dai Viet and even the whole world.
If the dock is built, it will be what the superiors have wanted all their lives. However, Su Sijin didn't care and handed the drawings and construction team to him.
He even asked him to build a dock on top of the shelter.
If the fort is built in Meijiang Village, the descendants of Meijiang Village will thrive in the sunshine and will no longer have to experience the heart-wrenching pain.
Any gentleman should reject Su Sijin's kindness, but... Zeng Zhipeng wants to be a villain at this moment. The fortress is too tempting for Meijiang Village.
Zeng Zhipeng wiped the tears from his face generously, knelt on the ground, and kowtowed three times solemnly to Su Sijin and Liu Changgong.
"I cannot thank you enough for your kindness. From now on, I, Zeng Zhipeng, will live for Mr. Lu and Mrs. Lu. I, the village head of Meijiang Village, will always remember the kindness of these two benefactors."
Zeng Zhipeng secretly decided that after returning, he would call a meeting of villagers to publicize the friendly contributions of Su Sijin and Lu Changgong to Meijiang Village.
He wanted to tell them that whenever the benefactor needed help, everyone should do their best to provide assistance.
Finally, Zeng Zhi said bluntly, "The allure of the dock is too strong. Consider me selfish for a moment! However, the construction of the dock in Meijiang Village will begin after your dock and protective wall are built."
"Don't argue with me about this, you two. You need a place to live, and I promise to build the dock in the shortest possible time."
Now that things have come to this, Su Sijin has no choice but to follow Zeng Zhipeng.
Zeng Zhipeng is a person with a strong sense of responsibility. Since he asked for it, she would naturally be happy to see it happen.
Finally, Lu Changgong gave Zeng Zhipeng two thousand taels of silver and said, "Use this little bit of silver to buy materials. If it's not enough, ask me or my wife for more."
Su Sijin raised her eyebrows and smiled obscurely.
After Zeng Zhipeng left, Lu Changgong took out a stack of banknotes from his arms and handed them to Su Sijin calmly. "Ajin, here are 20,000 taels of banknotes. From now on, our family will be handed over to you for pawning."
Su Sijin looked at the thick banknotes and raised her eyebrows. She didn't expect Lu Changgong to be so aware that he would actually take the initiative to hand over the banknotes.
It feels like the husband earns money and the wife spends it.
Moreover, in ancient times, men would rarely hand over silver voluntarily!
Lu Changgong's move was too avant-garde.
But, she - likes it, hehe.
Moreover, in Dai Viet, 20,000 taels of silver was a lot! For ordinary people, they could not earn 20,000 taels in their entire lives.
Not to mention 20,000 taels, you may not even be able to earn 200 taels.
"Okay, I'll keep it for you." Su Sijin took the banknote and smiled as beautifully as a flower.
Lu Changgong raised his lips slightly and shook his head gently, "This is for Ah Jin. From now on, all the money I earn will be given to Ah Jin. I still have some assets that will take some time to come out."
"Once I get the property, I will give it all to my wife."
Su Sijin waited until she heard the word "property" and her eyes sparkled. "Your property was confiscated...how did you get so much money and property?"
"Emperor Yuandi is suspicious, but I have already taken precautions and made preparations. Don't worry, the imperial court cannot trace these assets, so you can use them without worry, my lady."
"Good, good, you have foresight." Su Sijin smiled and gave Lu Changgong a thumbs up in praise.
Fortunately, there is a backup plan. "Was this banknote withdrawn in Ganzhou Prefecture?"
Looking back, it was most reasonable to withdraw money only when we were in Ganzhou Prefecture.
"Yes, because it was too hasty, I only had time to withdraw some banknotes. As for the property, it will be handed over to you soon."
After Lu Changgong finished speaking, he stared at Su Sijin without missing a beat.
Su Sijin was confused by his gaze and asked, "Is there something on my face?" Then she touched her cheek and started wiping it.
Lu Changgong shook his head slightly. "Yun Yu and I need to leave for a while. Madam, please take care of my mother and my younger siblings."
Jingyun Pavilion was sealed, the brothers in the pavilion were killed, and the situation in the capital was unknown. He needed to leave to deal with it.
"I'm at home, don't worry." Su Sijin didn't ask why he was leaving, but when he would return, "How long will you be away?"
"Not sure, I'll be back as soon as possible." Su Sijin's reaction made Lu Changgong happy and disappointed.
Happy that she blurted out the word "home", but disappointed that she didn't even ask him why he left.
Su Sijin didn't notice Lu Changgong's careful thoughts. She just hoped that those who left would not leave with any worries, so she solemnly and seriously promised:
"Okay, don't worry about home. I will take good care of my mother and my siblings, and I will also build the dock. Oh, and help me find some manpower."
"They have been notified and will arrive soon."
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