The sky in the east gradually changed from black to white, from white to blue, and then from blue to crimson... Everything was moved, awakened, sang, roared, and spoke. The clear and bright bells of the church came as if they were washed by the cold air in the morning.

Chen Wenqiang woke up from his sleep and sailed on the boat continuously, making him sleep soundly and sweetly. Beside him was Caifeng who woke up but didn't want to disturb him. The slight trembling of her eyelids had betrayed her to pretend to be asleep.

Chen Wenqiang felt a little guilty when he gently stroked Caifeng's face, especially Caifeng opened her eyes, looked at him with a smile, and decided to give her compensation, a compensation that could fulfill her dream.

When staying with Chen Wenqiang, Caifeng felt happy and warm, and a kind of life turbulence that no one else could give her. After savoring the feeling of being held in his arms, she no longer had worries and worries, and felt like a little tender frog lying on the leaves of a water lily in the lotus pond, surrounded by fragrance, beauty, tenderness and comfort.

But she also had a regret, although she never said it. She didn't fight for the big and young lady, as long as she was Chen Wenqiang's woman, she could wear a newcomer's red wedding outfit and sit in the big sedan chair for marriage. She acted in the play, playing, playing, playing, lively, and bridal chambers... A woman's most basic and most eager longing, but as a concubine and her background, it was an unattainable luxury for Caifeng.

"There will be a sedan chair and drum music. I will let people know that you are my Chen Wenqiang's woman." After breakfast, Chen Wenqiang gave Caifeng a kiss, threw a sentence that made the woman blush and heartbeat. He smiled and left with a smile.

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It was too late to check the operation of the factory or the company. Even the operation of the synthetic ammonia equipment shipped from Germany was not at the moment. Chen Wenqiang held an emergency meeting with Wu Luzhen, Wan Fuhua and others to discuss the most important revolutionary event.

"Guangdong Patrol Office. This is not a good job." Wu Luzhen threw the information to Chen Wenqiang and shook his head repeatedly. This was what Chen Wenqiang had already telegrammed for the General Staff.

"Isn't it just bandits rampant?" Chen Wenqiang smiled indifferently, "How can I expand my troops and strengthen my military equipment in a legitimate way?"

"The bandit problem is very complicated. Let's discuss the topic later!" Wan Fuhua changed the topic and took out the document, which was both a report and an explanation, and explained the entire situation.

The trees were quiet but the wind continued. Although the Southwest Revolutionary Army had won rest, training and management during the rainy season, the Qing court continued to mobilize troops, including Sichuan, Hubei, Hunan, Guizhou, Jiangxi, Guangdong, and even Jiangsu and Zhejiang troops gathered towards Yunnan and Guangxi. Although the possibility of launching an offensive during the rainy season was not high, if the Qing army was allowed to weave a large net and complete the siege, it would be obviously unfavorable to the Revolutionary Army.

"Even if you can't launch a large-scale attack during the rainy season, the revolutionary army cannot allow the enemy to be calmly mobilized." Wu Luzhen took out the military plan formulated and drew it on the map, but finally stayed in Fangcheng and Qinzhou areas. "Or another big replenishment of materials is also an important condition for you to continue to persevere."

Chen Wenqiang did not make a sound for the time being. He looked through the military plan and after a while, he raised his head and said, "Take a rest. Take turns to fight, choose the weak and focus on attacking. It's very good, I have no objection. As for material replenishment," he pondered for a while, and said with uncertainty: "If the Revolutionary Army can open up the sea outlet again, it wouldn't be impossible!"

"In addition to supplies, there is also military pay." Wan Fuhua smiled bitterly and said, "This is also impossible. We cannot ask every soldier to be a staunch revolutionary who regards money as nothing."

Chen Wenqiang nodded and suddenly smiled, "You don't know something yet, I'll report it now. That, the joint venture bank has lent 500,000 yuan from the Qing army to 'sweep the rebellious party'."

Wu Luzhen and Wan Fuhua were stunned and stared at Chen Wenqiang with wide eyes.

"That's right, it's what I mean." Chen Wenqiang smiled even more intriguingly, "The army must be mobilized, and there are other expenses. The Qing court had no money and the local area was difficult. We have to help, right?"

Wu Luzhen was about to ask, but Wan Fuhua reached out to stop him, looked at Chen Wenqiang thoughtfully, and said with a guess: "You guy must be playing some tricks. I guess you borrowed this money for the money, and you must have gained a lot of benefits. Also, this is probably related to the Revolutionary Army, right?"

Chen Wenqiang reached out and pointed Wan Fuhua, said with a slight look in his head, "You know me. Yes, it's really not simple. Do you still remember that when the Revolutionary Army was in rebellion, they secretly carried hundreds of thousands of dollars? In order to make these dollars become military pay, or to buy supplies, I have to make this decision."

Wu Luzhen was still a little confused. Wan Fuhua pondered for a while, then slapped his thigh and suddenly said: "The currency was circulating. The Qing army took these banknotes to the war zone to spend, which made the banknotes have circulating value among the people and the business community. In this way, the revolutionary army can spend it legitimately."

"Yes, that's the idea." Chen Wenqiang pointed out on the map with his hands, "Dian, Guangxi, Sichuan, Hubei, Hunan, Guizhou, Guizhou, Jiangxi, Guangdong, and Jiangsu and Zhejiang, each province is 50,000 yuan. Since the Qing court borrowed this money, it is necessary to ensure that the banknotes can be circulated and used. In this way, not only will the hundreds of thousands of yuan in the revolutionary army now have value, but we can also use banknotes to support it in the future."

"It not only showed loyalty to the Qing court, benefited, but also solved the financial problems of the Revolutionary Army. I wonder what your head is thinking?" Wan Fuhua sighed and shook his head repeatedly.

"That depends on the ability of the Revolutionary Army and the command of Lao Wu and the others." Chen Wenqiang raised his eyebrows, "Although the problem seems to be solved for the time being, the issuance of banknotes is also quota. Therefore, self-reliance and fight to support war, we must strictly implement the policies and strategies."

"I understand so much." Wu Luzhen sighed for his slowness and Chen Wenqiang's strange thinking, "No one can compare to you when making money. Then let's continue to discuss the supply matter! Lao Wan, let's show Wenqiang the hoarding of materials."

If the arsenal is running at full speed, the rifle can produce 100,000 bullets per day; the Maderson light machine gun is wielded every two days. The craftsmanship is more proficient and exquisite; the imitation of the Mauser pistol and the Maxim heavy machine gun has also been successful, and the mobile phones are produced every day, and the heavy machine gun is wielded every five days. It is normal for the grenade to produce 100 per day; there are also 75-caliber mountain cannons and field cannons, which can also be manufactured with the supervision and help of German engineers.

It can be produced, but the arsenal is not operating at full capacity. To be more precise, it is not using all its productivity to weapons and ammunition.

The more you produce, the more you manufacture, the more you hoard, the more you pay! Chen Wenqiang was also helpless in this regard. Because the weapons and ammunition produced by the arsenal cannot produce economic benefits and is not profitable. What should the factory rely on to maintain it? It can only use half of the production capacity to create benefits to offset the consumption of production weapons and ammunition.

"Ten thousand Mauser rifles, three thousand Hanyang made, three hundred and twenty Mauser pistols, 4.6 million bullets of various types, 60,000 grenades, 96 Maderson light machine guns, and 11 Maxim heavy machine guns..."

Chen Wenqiang slowly realized the trick. The production and manufacturing of various weapons and ammunition was not evenly average, but rather heavy. Bullets, grenades, and light machine guns were obviously being manufactured with all their strength. The production volume of other production was greatly reduced. It should be confirmed that the demand of frontline soldiers is the weather vane for production. Needless to say, the bullets consumed, and the consumption was astonishing; grenades and light machine guns showed satisfactory power in combat.

"To be self-reliant and fight to support war, the most needed frontlines are machinery and equipment for manufacturing weapons and ammunition." Wan Fuhua turned to Chen Wenqiang and smiled: "Simple, it is enough to make bullets, grenades, and repair guns. Although one set was shipped before, its production capacity could not meet the needs. The raw materials were not enough."

It is indeed a relatively simple mechanical equipment. But it has also achieved great effect. The Revolutionary Army was able to last for so long and win battles, and the reloading of bullets was a great contribution.

"It is possible to produce explosives, to produce bullets, and to form a basic self-sufficiency mechanism in the base area, and the pressure will be greatly reduced." Chen Wenqiang gritted his teeth, "Well, eight thousand Mauser rifles, two thousand Hanyang made, two hundred pistols, sixty Maderson machine guns, four million bullets, and all grenades are transported, and there are also the machinery and equipment needed. Well, the arsenal's future production capacity will be 30% of the munitions, and 70% will be converted to civilian use. This is my greatest effort. If I continue like this, I will go bankrupt."

"Wen Qiang's ability is really shocking and admirable to be able to support it to this level." Wu Luzhen breathed a sigh of relief. This number was already very large and completely met his psychological expectations. Adjusting the arsenal's production capacity was indeed Chen Wenqiang's helpless move.

"The fundraising from overseas branches will be transferred to provide you with funds for operation." Wan Fuhua gave Chen Wenqiang a good news, "Yazhou's tax and expenditure has been balanced, and there may be a surplus this year, and it will be paid for you for operation. In addition, grain output has also been greatly improved, which can save a lot of funds for purchases."

"Well, this is a long-term move." Chen Wenqiang said a little relieved and said, "Is fishing in a dry pond a long-term solution? Only by making the cake bigger and doing more business can the income multiply. How can I not give it to you?"

"The remaining weapons and ammunition seem to be used to equip the patrol police." Wu Luzhen said in a deep thought: "You have to transfer troops from Qiongzhou. If you recruit and train now, the cost will be higher."

"Suppressing bandits can not only seize the force, but also expand their wealth. It is a matter of killing two birds with one stone!" Chen Wenqiang said slowly: "Xu Chunshan and Li Jiajun have sent one or two as my assistants. They are from the Communist Party and should have a lot of convenience. As for the soldiers from Yazhou, they should also take them out for exercise."

"It's okay to give it to you." Wu Luzhen curled his lips and said, "Which soldiers can pull out 1,800 soldiers, but there is no need to exercise. Do you think they are idle, so I, the Qiongya soldiers, do nothing? You ask Lao Wan, the Qiongzhou Association, the bandits were almost suppressed."

"Shangguan admires Lao Wu's talent very much. He may have been a little suspicious and vigilant at the beginning, but now it should have been eliminated." Wan Fuhua said with a smile: "Zhang Renjun is still interested in promoting Lao Wu to become the land admiral of Guangdong!"

"Land admiral? Is it going to be re-established?" Chen Wenqiang really didn't know about this and asked in confusion: "What does Zhang Renjun mean? Do you want to divide Li Zhun's power?"

Historically, Guangdong was far away from the center of the Qing Dynasty's rule and as a corner of the southern corner, it provided unique geographical conditions for the separatist local forces. At the beginning of the founding of the Qing Dynasty, it established the position of Guangdong Admiral, which provided strong military support for the elimination of rebellion and stability of the local areas. At the same time, it shared the military pressure of the local governor to a certain extent, and divided the local powers of the two as a ruling tool for the Qing court to guard the local areas.

Because the Guangdong Admiral was busy with military affairs and had no time to live, during the Kangxi period, the imperial court divided the Guangdong Navy Admiral and stationed in Shunde; in the 14th year of Jiaqing, the land admiral was changed to the land admiral and the navy was renamed and stationed in Humen; in the 33rd year of Guangxu, they were all one.

Now there is only the naval admiral of the navy in Guangdong. He not only commands the naval divisions and patrol ships of various rivers, but also commands the Guangdong patrol battalion. It can be said that he is the army, and the navy is in his hands. Zhang Renjun wants to set up a land admiral, which makes people think of decentralizing Li Zhun's power or being dissatisfied with Li Zhun.

"Maybe there is such a meaning." Wu Luzhen guessed and analyzed: "Perhaps there are other reasons: For example, Li Zhun is currently commanding troops in Fangcheng and Qinzhou, and Guangdong's defense is a bit weak; For example, Tongmenghui launched an uprising in Huanggang and Qinuhu; For example, bandits are rampant, provincial capital is uneasy, etc.."

"Maybe it's not enough to be relieved about the new army." Chen Wenqiang gradually clarified his thoughts, "In the southwest, the Guangdong New Army was infiltrated and was disintegrated before it could play a role, which may have sounded the alarm for Zhang Renjun."

"It should be out of many considerations." Wan Fuhua agreed and said: "It is just that the official position of Qiongya Bingdao is related to the safety of the Qiongzhou base, and Lao Wu cannot leave without authorization."

"Can't Xu Chunshan and Li Jiajun take over?" Chen Wenqiang asked in confusion: "Who do Zhang Renjun want to send?"

"The commander of the Guangdong Patrol Battalion, Wu Zongyu." Wu Luzhen smiled and said, "If Xu Chunshan or Li Jiajun can take over as Qiongya soldiers, I would really like to go to Guangdong to pull out another team."

"It's really not suitable to leave this way." Chen Wenqiang smiled faintly and said, "Then let me go to Guangdong, patrolman, I want them to be more powerful than the army."

"It is no easier to wipe out bandits than to lead troops to fight." Wu Luzhen pointed to the thick information, "You go back and take a closer look. The bandits in Guangdong are very complicated. It is probably difficult to suppress the pacification by relying solely on military means."

"It's that serious." Chen Wenqiang didn't really believe this.
Chapter completed!