Compared with Dong Yu, Liu Rushi is obviously more suitable for this "star-making" job.

Although Dong Yu is very smart and has been working hard to improve and learn, he is still a little thin because of his "wild path".

Liu Rushi was a very regular "professional" background and was promoted by the master Xu Fo, and it was more suitable in all aspects.

The so-called "the way of the emperor" is to put it bluntly, which is the way of balance. It is like this in politics and military affairs, and it is not like this in the back house.

After working hard overnight, Xu Changqing handed over the matter to Liu Rushi and asked her to discuss with Dong Yu.

Even though Dong Yu is also very smart, with Liu Rushi's ability, he quickly gained a foothold, and there is no big problem.

Not to mention, she has many connections in Jiangnan and can also replenish more fresh blood for Jinxiuge.

Of course, the core point, that line, must be under Xu Changqing's control.

The wise men said: "Everything is planned, and if it is not planned, it will be abandoned! Without accumulating small steps, you cannot reach a thousand miles; without accumulating small streams, you cannot form a river and sea."

There are many things in this world that require accumulation, accumulation, and continuous accumulation, so as to accumulate strength and make progress.

Business is like this, life is like this, and politics is even more so.

At this time, with the stability of the military level, especially the leadership of Haicheng, the Ming Dynasty, which had been suppressed by the Qing Dynasty for a long time, had begun to recover and its vitality rose again.

In the eyes of many unsuccessful scholars, Xu Changqing was no different from the Southern Song Dynasty, but what they didn't know was that Xu Changqing had already begun to slowly bring up the morale of the entire nation.

What's more important is that when these unsuccessful scholars scolded Xu Changqing, they didn't know that Xu Changqing's attention had already gathered on them, and they were about to make up the big net soon, just waiting for them to fall into the trap.

...

A few days later, Wu Meicun still did not make a clear statement to Xu Changqing, but with the hard work of Mao Pijiang and others, the first issue of the Haicheng Morning Post has been officially released.

In addition to analyzing the three-legged tripod at this time and praising the grand scene of Haicheng at this time, another core point is the courtesan selection competition to be held at the end of July.

The people actually don’t pay much attention to national affairs, but the courtesan selection competition quickly caused a huge noise in Haicheng.

It immediately expanded to the surrounding area.

Mainly, after discussing with Liu Rushi and Dong Yu, Xu Changqing increased the rewards.

Just like the talent show in later generations, the "Top Ten Beauties" will be selected. As long as you can be shortlisted for the top ten, you will receive a guaranteed reward of 3,000 taels of cash. As for the leader, it will be as high as 10,000 taels, 2 and 3, and 8,000, and 5,000.

The key is that the beauty doesn't need to worry about getting out of the box.

For a time, the entire Ming Dynasty controlled area was discussing this matter, and countless brothels signed up to bring their best seedlings to Haicheng.

Immediately, all kinds of talented men contributed to the Haicheng Morning Post, one of which was adopted was "The Beauties of the World, All the Haicheng"!

"The beauty in the world is all coming to Haicheng?! Haha, haha! What a big tone, what a big tone! I don't have to worry about being flashed by the wind!"

In the morning, in a breakfast shop not far from Haicheng Hotel, Wu Meicun bought the freshest copy of the Haicheng Morning Post and quickly found this extremely eye-catching title and couldn't help but sneer.

Who would have thought that before he agreed to Xu Changqing's invitation, the Haicheng Morning Post had already started...

As for the writing of this article, he could tell at a glance that it must have been polished by Mao Pijiang, a traitor!

Thinking of the fact that he should have steadily suppressed Mao Pijiang, a despicable villain who sells his concubines for honor, at this moment, he could only watch him gradually become more and more glorious. Even though Wu Meicun pretended to be grand and arrogant, he couldn't help but feel relieved.

"Do you really want to admit defeat with Xu Changqing and praise his stinky feet? Alas..."

Wu Meicun directly patted the chopsticks on the table, and the delicious beans used to be no longer delicious.

However, with his eyesight, he knew very well that if he did not express his opinion to Xu Changqing and surrender, the great opportunity of "Haicheng Morning Post" would really not be his turn.

After drinking the beans in one breath, Wu Meicun left the shop, but he stayed there stupidly, without moving for a long time.

After a while!

He suddenly gritted his teeth and roared in his heart: "Forget it, learn literature and martial arts and sell it to the imperial family! Even if Xu Changqing is a traitor, he is also a hero? How could he deny his achievements just because of a mere woman?"

Thinking of it, he quickly stepped towards the direction of the official hall.

That's how people are.

When there is no chance, nothing is good, but once the chance appears, it is the most noble task to hold your feet.

...

After getting the news that Wu Meicun was looking for him, Xu Changqing was inspecting the military artifacts workshop.

At this time, Haicheng Junyifang was already the largest factory in Haicheng. The vast area in the southeast of Haicheng, outside the city and the southeast were all controlled by the Junyifang.

There are more than 20,000 female workers working in the military weapon workshop alone.

Put it elsewhere, it has long been a big city.

However, Xu Changqing did not rush back, but asked his personal soldiers to notify Wu Meicun and wait in the official hall. He had important military affairs on his side and went back to see him after the handling was done.

Since Wu Meicun is so arrogant, Xu Changqing must have to polish his character so that he can understand what to do and what not to do.

"Bang!"

"Bang bang bang bang bang bang..."

On the wide shooting range, more than a dozen technicians opened fire one after another. Seventy or eighty steps away, many thick wooden rakes fell to the ground one after another.

"Lord, this is a new bird gun improved by our military weapon yard. It is at least 70% sure of a distance of 70 or 80 steps. It can ensure a steady armor break. It can have a 40% chance of 50% even if it is a hundred steps. It can be against the wind..."

The head of the Bird Gun Department was a newcomer promoted by Xu Changqing later, named Yang Shulei, who was reporting to Xu Changqing in detail.

In fact, he cannot be regarded as a newcomer, because he is the youngest son of Mr. Yang and is already the real-time General Qiang.

Compared with the older generation of old craftsmen, young people like Yang Shulei are more radical, more acceptable to new technologies, and more willing to innovate.

Xu Changqing took a new bird gun and checked it carefully.

This new bird gun is shorter than the original old bird gun, about a little over one meter five. Not only is the barrel fuller and thicker, but the overall shape is also more fierce. The pine wood of the butt stock is polished to be extremely smooth and feels very good.

"Not bad. However, Mr. Yang, can the range of this new bird gun be further? The stable range of seventy or eighty steps is still a little worse."

Xu Changqing looked at Yang Shulei.

Yang Shulei hurriedly said: "Lord, our bird gun department has been considering this issue and has tried to build bird guns with a longer range, but the effect is not good. Once it exceeds 130 steps or even 120 steps, the chance of a bird gun has a high problem, and it is difficult to ensure the stability of it..."

Listening to Yang Shulei's explanation, Xu Changqing nodded slowly, feeling a little helpless.

The level of the technology tree is here. At this time, the bullets of the bird gun are still lead bullets, and they are also solid bullets. This is destined. If you want to make a breakthrough, it will take a long time to polish it, and a mature and stable mechanism is needed to promote it.

Including the mechanism of firearms.

Starting from Songjin and going all the way to this point, Xu Changqing said that he had experienced many battles but was not exaggerated. Whether it was his experience in war, consciousness, or his sense of the battlefield, he had a certain degree of improvement than before.

At this time, although various firearms in the Model Army were becoming more and more perfect, especially the emergence of hot air balloons, which brought the Model Army many air advantages, it was the most effective, powerful weapon, and the most basic bird gun in actual combat.

The new bird gun in front of me looks no different from the previous bird guns, but it is actually a huge difference.

To give an inappropriate example, this is equivalent to later domestic cars and Toyota cars. At this time, the new bird guns are all going to a higher level in terms of durability, stability, and adaptability to harsh environments.

With this standard, after the Western watchmakers from Nanyang come, they will start to develop a firearm mechanism. Once successful, the growth will definitely be explosive.

Just at this time, the eunuch in Laiwu had been killed by Tan Bai, and Xu Changqing was also preparing to formally transfer Laiwu and Xintai line into the local Haicheng territory, connect Qingzhou, build a good official road, and even harden all cement.

By then, the speed and efficiency of Laiwu and Xintai's core materials such as coal and iron will be transported to Haicheng, and the speed and efficiency will be further greatly increased.

The strength of Haicheng and the Model Army will also truly be taken to the next level!

Why do you need the Zheng family’s goods again?

...

After inspecting the military weapon yard until the evening, Xu Changqing slowly returned to the official hall.

Here, Wu Meicun had already drunk more than a dozen pots of tea...

"Brother Meicun, I'm sorry, I'm really sorry, some things in the army are delayed, and it's all Changqing's sins."

Seeing Xu Changqing sincerely apologizing in front of him, Wu Meicun's heart was already full of 'mmp'.

However, the rules of reality are so cruel.

Since he has chosen to take this path, he must obey the rules.

He could only hold on and smile and said, "Brother, you are busy with official duties, but Mr. Jun is abrupt..."

After a greeting, Wu Sanmei had already invited someone to prepare the wine and food and brought it up in person.

Wu Meicun was immediately flattered and hurriedly saluted Wu Sanmei, respectfully, and looked at Xu Changqing again, with a much more sincere look.

At the previous cocktail party, Wu Sanmei showed up, and Wu Meicun also saw Wu Sanmei's true appearance because of this and knew Wu Sanmei's identity.

The ancients said, "It's a good thing for the family."

It means that when the guests come, the hostess comes out to entertain.

Especially at this time, the identity gap between Xu Changqing and Wu Meicun was definitely giving him enough face.

At this time, Wu Sanmei was no longer the unruly girl in Ningyuan camp back then. She smiled and said, "The third sister has heard that Mr. Umecun has been famous for a long time. It is also an honor for the third sister to meet Mr. Umecun today."

Looking at Wu Sanmei, who was gentle and noble, diverging from the inside out, Wu Meicun hurriedly returned the gifts, but he couldn't help but feel a lot of emotion in his heart.

Even if there are many things that Xu Changqing hates him, he has to accept that Xu Changqing's mind and methods are really hard to match...

After three rounds of wine, five flavors of dishes.

Xu Changqing also solemnly: "Brother Meicun, with your intelligence and talent, you must have understood the meaning of my layout at this time. I am going to let you enter the Political Affairs Office and serve as a director. What do you think? In addition, there are several homesteads near the official hall, which are pretty good. Brother Meicun can choose tomorrow. If you like it, please notify me as soon as possible. Of course, Brother Meicun can rest assured that the house is yours, but you don't need to spend money. What style you like, just tell the craftsmen."
To be continued...