"Li Guang, quickly take this old man to see the compressed biscuits," Lord Yao said.
Li Guang nodded and led Lord Yao directly to the workshop where compressed biscuits were processed.
Producing compressed biscuits involves many steps. First, wheat must be processed into flour, which is then sent to the next workshop.
In this workshop, the various ingredients for making compressed biscuits are proportioned and then processed through steaming, drying, and compression.
After these procedures are completed, the compressed biscuits are basically formed and can be sent to the next workshop for packaging.
After being packaged, compressed biscuits enter the market circulation process.
Li Guang took a compressed biscuit and handed it to Lord Yao. Lord Yao took the biscuit and examined it carefully.
"Compressed biscuits are different from other foods. The production process is complicated and they cannot be mass-produced at present."
Compressed biscuits are very filling and have a very long shelf life. As long as the packaging is not opened, they can be kept for one or two years without any problems.
Even so, the price of compressed biscuits is not high, with the aim of making them affordable for more people.
Because of these advantages, compressed biscuits have sold well and have been in short supply since they were launched.
The more than 100,000 jin of wheat harvested this year has all been used up. Now, wheat is being purchased from the market to process into compressed biscuits.
While listening to Li Guang's explanation, Lord Yao watched the workers busily at work. He picked up a compressed biscuit, put it in his mouth, and took a bite.
The compressed biscuits are very hard, but it's fine for me to eat. They are sweet and delicious, with a faint milky aroma.
At this moment, Zhao Xian arrived. Hearing that Lord Yao was also in the workshop, he rushed over.
After Lord Yao finished visiting all the workshops, the group entered the manor.
In the reception room, Chen Xiaoxiao served tea, and the group began to enjoy it.
Lord Yao was very interested in Zhao Xian's businesses here, and he asked some questions, which Zhao Xian answered.
Suddenly, Lord Yao's attitude turned serious, and he asked:
"Young Master Zhao, you have so many businesses here, producing a large number of products every day, plus so many workers."
If danger arises, such as robbery or even murder, how can we guarantee safety here?
Zhao Xian was stunned. He hadn't expected Lord Yao to ask this question.
“Currently, I have several dozen personal guards, most of whom are concentrated in the village. I plan to apply for more personal guards to increase the defense strength here.”
Upon hearing this, Lord Yao immediately shook his head and said:
“How can this be? Even if you station all your guards here, it won’t help in an emergency.”
In the Great Northern Dynasty, there are many forces, both overt and covert. At present, Zhao Shaofu is not very famous, and they have not noticed you.
But things are different now. Your business is constantly expanding, and in other people's eyes, you are a rare and valuable asset.
The compressed biscuits produced here, in particular, are a very important strategic resource.
Zhao Shaofu has been operating these businesses for some time now, and they may have already been targeted by someone.
I heard from Li Guang that your winter wheat yield next year will reach more than one million catties, plus a large amount of potatoes and sweet potatoes. With so much grain, others will definitely covet it.
If Zhao Shaofu didn't have a sufficiently large security force, it would be difficult to protect these properties; relying solely on those few dozen household soldiers would be far from enough.
Take this situation for example: suddenly a large number of bandits arrive to rob and plunder, killing and burning. What would you do?
Such an experience, just once, can essentially ruin your business here.
Lord Yao's words made Zhao Xian's heart tighten. Risks were everywhere, and he had been too optimistic.
As the saying goes, "People are afraid of becoming famous, just as pigs are afraid of getting fat." You are like a big piece of fat meat, and everyone wants to take a bite.
“Lord Yao is right. If we were to be robbed at this moment, I would indeed be powerless to help. I wonder if Lord Yao has any good ideas on how to solve this problem?” Zhao Xian asked.
After thinking for a moment, Lord Yao said, "We will station an army here to protect the safety of this place."
Lord Yao's words greatly surprised both Zhao Xian and Li Guang.
Li Guang knew in his heart that Lord Yao was building up his power and establishing his own armed forces. All of this seemed to be happening a little too fast, and he was not ready yet.
"Would the imperial court agree to station an army here?" Zhao Xian asked.
"Don't worry, when I return this time, I will report to His Majesty, and he will definitely agree. Then this army will be under your command."
With this army, you can protect your businesses and people.
That evening, Li Guang sat under the oil lamp with "Gu Chan Ce" in front of him. He had already read the book through once and had a general understanding of its contents.
However, it will take time to grasp the essence of this book.
After Lord Yao returns to the capital, he will take some action. I need to start preparing now to meet the opportunities and challenges that are about to come.
I now need to immerse myself in studying the two parts: "Military Strategy" and "Governance and Statecraft".
Since the Taoist priest waited for him for three months in the ancient town and handed him this book, it was to allow him to prepare.
I originally wanted to focus on farming, but it seems that's not going to work. From now on, I need to learn how to use troops and understand strategy.
Lord Yao stayed in Narcissus Village for four or five days before preparing to return to the capital. For Lord Yao, this trip was very rewarding.
On the day he left Narcissus Village, Lord Yao asked Zhao Xian to prepare some sweet potatoes, potatoes, and compressed biscuits for him to take back to the capital.
Li Guang escorted Lord Yao out of Shuixian Village until the vehicle was out of sight before turning his gaze away.
He turned his head and saw Zhao Xian looking at him with concern.
Brother Zhao is my benefactor, and I have always regarded him as my brother.
Brother Zhao is an extremely intelligent person. Although he has never asked about his background, he must know that his identity is special.
"Li Guang, go back now. You've worked very hard these past few days. You'll have even more to do in the future, and I'll lend you a hand. If you need any help, just ask."
"I understand, thank you, Brother Zhao," Li Guang said.
Time flies, and several months have passed in a flash.
At this time, water freezes instantly in the wild, and the coldest season of the year has arrived.
At this time, all the plants wither and die, and it is the off-season for farming.
At this time, farmers can put down their tools and take a good rest.
Li Guang did not become more relaxed as a result; on the contrary, he became even busier.
In the farmyard, he set up a huge array plate and arranged troops with the little fox inside it.
Li Guang used one hundred sweet potatoes as his soldiers, while Yu Hong used one hundred potatoes as her pawns. The two, one human and one fox, battled it out on the battle formation.
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