The military chief Pi Pengxing reported to Zhao Lin.
"Oh? The output is so high? Is there something wrong?" Zhao Lin asked in surprise.
You have to know that although there are many fields, less than one-tenth of them are fertile fields, and the rest are irrigated fields and other not-so-good lands. The fact that the yield is so high is beyond Zhao Lin's expectation.
Zhao Lin also knew something about agriculture. A yield of more than 400 kilograms per mu was considered excellent farmland. How could the average yield reach 450 kilograms?
Pi Pengxing smiled and said, "I was also skeptical at first, suspecting it was a mistake. I checked carefully several times and found nothing wrong. I thought about it carefully for a while and felt that this must be the reason."
Zhao Lin became interested: "Tell me quickly."
Pi Pengxing said, "We've reclaimed wasteland together, and basically all the fields are connected together, making it easier to farm. And the adults have also built water conservancy projects, digging ditches and canals. This allows water to drain during rainy days and irrigate the fields during dry times. This is much more conducive to farming than relying solely on the weather like ordinary people do. Plus, everyone's well-fed and motivated, and all these factors combined have led to a surge in production."
"That's right."
Zhao Lin clapped his hands and said, "Large-scale planting, how could I have forgotten this?"
"Large-scale cultivation?" It was the first time Pi Pengxing heard this term, but it did not prevent him from understanding it.
"Your Excellency summed it up well: it's large-scale planting."
Pi Pengxing said: "The yields of the land of those wealthy families are higher than those of ordinary people because they engage in small-scale cultivation."
"Not bad." Zhao Lin nodded and said, "You've done a great job and your summary is excellent. Take 7.2 million kilograms of this grain and ship it to the capital. The rest will be stored in the warehouse for future use."
"Yes." Pi Pengxing replied.
A grain ship can carry 120,000 jin of grain, and 60 ships would require 7.2 million jin.
Corresponding to Emperor Chengping’s 60th birthday.
As for the consumption in the middle, we will not take it into account. As long as the number of ships matches, it is fine, and there is no need to calculate the total amount of food.
"The Qingzhou soldiers have worked hard for a year, and their work cannot be in vain. Each of them will be rewarded with one month's salary." Zhao Lin said again.
Pi Pengxing quickly advised, "Feeding them three meals a day, and ensuring they're full every time, is already a great favor. It's only natural to make them work, so why should we reward them?"
If it were any other army, it would be absolutely impossible to pay the full salary, and some would be lucky to have enough to eat.
Not only can Zhao Lin eat his fill here, he can also have three meals a day. Now he is given rewards. Even Pi Pengxing couldn't help but persuade him.
Zhao Lin smiled and said, "The Emperor doesn't need hungry soldiers. They are here to serve as soldiers, not to be slaves. Farming is not their responsibility. Go ahead. If you don't have enough money, ask the Governor's Office for it."
Pi Pengxing was moved and said, "Thank you, General! I will make sure everyone knows your kindness."
Zhao Lin corrected him, "It is the grace of His Majesty."
"Yes, yes, Your Majesty, the general is doing errands for Your Majesty." Pi Pengxing quickly changed his words.
Because he was a soldier, Zhao Lin was called General.
Appear close.
Just as Gao Junliang and Chen Qifeng were in front of Zhao Lin at the same time, they both addressed him differently.
At this time, Chen Qifeng also came over: "General, you are looking for me?"
Pi Pengxing wisely said goodbye and left.
Zhao Lin said, "Sit down."
After Chen Qifeng sat down, Zhao Lin said, "This Governor is currently in charge of the military affairs of the two provinces, so I can't devote enough energy to the Qingzhou Army. So, I want you to take charge of the Qingzhou Army on my behalf. What do you think?"
Chen Qifeng stood up suddenly and said excitedly: "General, you are so kind to me. I will never refuse your kindness. But..."
Chen Qifeng was a little hesitant.
Zhao Lin said: "Just say it."
Chen Qifeng said, "You know, I'm the Princess's man, and I'm here only for her three thousand soldiers. If the Princess needs me, I must leave immediately."
Zhao Lin chuckled and said, "That's why I asked you to take over. If not, I would have reported to His Majesty and have you officially appointed as the commander-in-chief of the Qingzhou Army."
Chen Qifeng is an expert in military formations, and he is also obedient and honest. No matter what Zhao Lin assigns him to do, he does it well. He is a good candidate to lead troops in battle.
It’s a pity that he is Li Weibai’s man, so Zhao Lin can’t poach him.
"Don't worry, you can leave anytime you want. Just tell me." Zhao Lin said.
Chen Qifeng bowed deeply and said, "In that case, thank you very much for your high regard, General. I will definitely live up to your trust and take good care of the Qingzhou Army for you, so that no one else can seize it."
Zhao Lin corrected with a smile, "It's His Majesty's army. Of course, some of them are from the Princess, too. They're family, after all."
"Yes, yes, it belongs to His Majesty and the eldest princess." Chen Qifeng said.
Zhao Lin handed a document to Chen Qifeng and said, "This is the future work arrangement of the Qingzhou Army. You just need to act accordingly."
"Yes! General, don't worry. I will do my job well and will not let you down." Chen Qifeng took it with both hands and said loudly.
Zhao Lin waved his hand and said, "If you have any questions, feel free to come to the Governor's Mansion to find me."
After arranging the affairs of the Qingzhou army, Zhao Lin prepared to set off for Beijing.
It takes five or six days to reach the capital by water. We have to take a detour in the middle, and adding the time reserved for possible delays, it is time to set off.
When we arrived in the capital, it was almost Emperor Chengping’s birthday.
But before he could leave the house, someone came to his door.
"Why did you hand over the Qingzhou Army to Chen Qifeng to lead, my lord? Can't I do the same?" Yang Nantian said angrily.
Chen Qifeng followed behind and became extremely anxious when he saw that he failed to stop Yang Nantian.
Zhao Lin glanced at Yang Nantian and said, "You can't."
"What's wrong with me?" Yang Nantian was very unconvinced.
"Chen Qifeng is better than you." Zhao Lin said.
"I refuse to accept the defeat." Yang Nantian said angrily.
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