Chapter 828 We are really coming in. Zhuque Mountain The difficulty of the ship is not small, at least it is much bigger than expected. "Andrew looked back at the Huanglong Clippers behind him: "Take this kind of ship as an example, although it looks very big, it is not suitable for installing artillery. " He gestured: "If artillery is installed on the side of the ship, the ship will not be able to withstand the force of the gun recoiling. Maybe we can find a solution, but I haven't thought of it yet when I came here. Although the Chinese warships are equipped with artillery, they are only installed on the bow and stern, not on the sides, so I have no experience at all." "But" His tone suddenly changed, and his eyes lit up. Looking at the behemoth docked near the trestle in the distance: "That ship! If you install artillery, there will be no pressure! You don't even need to make too many changes. This ship is heavy enough and will not cause too much damage due to the recoil of the artillery." "Tilt." "And those!" He pointed at the giant ship: "If you calculate the recoil of the artillery and the endurance of the ship, you can properly install the artillery on such a large ship." Andrew gradually recovered from his previous annoyance. He came over and pointed at the huge warships and said: "I have studied the artillery and shells of the Opuru Empire. The shells with extremely explosive power are suitable for bombing buildings and can be installed on the bow of the ship so that the navy can directly support them." For infantry fighting on the shore, the big ship does not even need to dock, and the more penetrating artillery shells can be installed on the side. "Speaking of this, Andrew gradually became excited: "If possible, the ship will be called a ship. If the Tenglong warship is wrapped with a layer of iron and a strong ram is installed in the front, it will be a perfect maritime overlord. I have tried covering both sides of the ship with two layers of fine fishing nets, and then adding two layers of fine fishing nets. If it is protected by a layer of iron, the power of the current artillery will not sink this warship." "This is the largest warship I have ever seen. As long as it is modified, it can definitely sweep away the enemy's navy." "It is necessary. How long?" Fang Jie asked. "At least a year" Andrew said: "Our workshop does not have suitable molds and needs to be remade. Just weaving a fishing net with iron bars requires many craftsmen to work at the same time. It would be good if it can be completed within a year. As for Wrapping the iron sheet will probably take longer with the current ability. After all, we have to start from scratch." Fang Jie calculated the time in his mind and estimated that he would not have to participate in the war for almost a year, so he clicked. He nodded: "As for the craftsmen, I will ask San Jinhou to arrange it. If you need anything now, just make a list and I will see if I can help you get it done as soon as possible." "Thank you, Master!" Andrew said with some excitement: "I never thought that I would be able to complete such a work in my lifetime! This warship is so perfect. As long as it can be modified, I believe it can exert a power that will make all enemies fear it. However, there are still many problems with the modification of the warship. I need someone from the navy to cooperate, because I don¡¯t know much about ships. This warship is already heavy enough, and the draft after adding iron plates will limit its channel.¡± ¡°I asked Zheng Qiuhe. Duan Zheng and two people will help you, and then call some experienced sailors from the navy to discuss it together with the shipbuilders from the shipyard. " "That would be great!" Andrew waved his fist: "Remodeling the prototype ship. The most difficult thing is that once you find that reasonable path, future modifications will be very simple. However, my master, I suggest that you gather these people together and draw the latest drawings. All the things that need to be considered will be taken into consideration for the large ships built in the future. After the preparation is completed, a warship suitable for installing artillery can be built directly. It is said that the Huanglong Clippers is large enough, but because the hull is light and the ship building is heavy, it means that the stability of such a warship is not good enough, so it is only It is suitable for sailing on inland rivers. Once it enters the sea, it doesn¡¯t even need too much wind and waves to capsize it. ¡°My suggestion is to remove the ship¡¯s roof.¡± Andrew said, ¡°If you are willing, the master, to let the navy do it.¡± To travel the sea, instead of just being limited to inland rivers, the design of warships must be changed." "Would it be easier if I sent people to the foreigners to recruit some craftsmen who knew how to build ships?" Of course it¡¯s the best!¡± Andrew said: ¡°Our boats are very different from the Han people¡¯s boats in appearance. Boats much smaller than the Huanglong Clippers can cross the sea, and there are many good places to visit. Borrow?, Unfortunately, I don¡¯t know much about this aspect, so I need a professional to do it. Fang Jie nodded: "Then catch a few and bring them back." " He turned to look at Chen Xiaoru: "Now in Muping, how many riding schools are there under Zuo Mingchan? " Chen Xiaoru replied: "General Cui mobilized at least 300 people at the Zhuque Mountain Camp to support him. After his subordinates arrived, they left him with at least 120 elite people. In addition to his original subordinates, it should not be possible. Less than five hundred people. Among them, the ones left to him by his subordinates were the masters from the Jingbu Camp. " "Ask him to capture some foreigners who know how to build ships. " Fang Jie waved his hand and ordered as he walked: "I don't care what method he uses, it's best to send a group of people back within three months. If there is not enough manpower, we can recruit elites from the Riding School. If you need experts, I will ask Taoist Master Xiang Qingniu to select a group of people from his Jianghu people! " "Here! " Chen Xiaoru quickly lowered his head: "I will make arrangements now! " The sunlight outside the window shines softly in, and outlines a layer of gold on people's faces. The arc is particularly soft, so it looks so quiet and peaceful. There is a lounge chair next to the window, covered with Sang Sasa, wearing a loose robe and bare feet, was lying on a chair in a thick and soft stall, squinting slightly and enjoying the caress of the sun. Fang Jie was sitting on the ground on the side, his head resting on her leg, and one hand on her. Slowly and gently caressing her lower abdomen, as if she was afraid of scaring the little elf in her sleep. It had been five months, and Fang Jie's lower abdomen had become a rounded hill. He gently brushed his hand over it, and there was a smile on Sang Sasa's lips. In the past, Qian Jie had never thought about having a child, because he was always afraid that he would leave this world inexplicably like he came into this world inexplicably. If he suddenly leaves, his woman and children will have to face a very difficult life. He has offended enough people in this world. The names of those who want to kill him can at least fill a whole piece of paper. Coupled with the threats in the dark, new names are added to the list at any time. Fang Jie will always worry that if he leaves without warning, or finally runs out of luck and is killed, what will happen to the woman? What kind of hardships will he and his child face? However, when he learned that Sang Sasa had his child, he felt such indescribable happiness that he put aside all the troubles and worries. All that was left was satisfaction. He could feel the little life growing in Sang Sasa's belly. He was looking forward to the day when he would meet this little life. "Have you decided what name to give him?" " Sang Sasha asked gently. Fang Jie smiled: "You are still so young now, so don't be in a hurry to choose a name. " "I was suddenly very curious. You have been on the run since you were a child. How did you get your name? Who picked it up for you? "Myself" Fang Jie pointed to the tip of his nose: "Of course I picked such a nice name myself, but Xiao Yao came up with the word Juexiao." Maybe at that time, she also wanted me to understand everything as soon as possible, so she thought of the two words "juexiao". As for the solution" Fang Jie was silent for a while and smiled: "Don't I hope to solve all the mysteries? " Sang Sasha's hand gently stroked Fang Jie's forehead, seeming to feel his helplessness and sadness at that time: "Don't think about the past anymore, people always have to keep moving forward. Look instead of looking back. If you look back too much, you will get sad easily. By the wayI thought of a name by myself when I was free. What do you think? " She looked sideways at Fang Jie: "If it's a daughter, let's call her Fang Ning. If it's a boy, he'll be called Fang Tan. " "Ning Tan" Fang Jie murmured and smiled: "These two words are very good, especially good. Just follow you. If it¡¯s a daughter, let¡¯s call it Fang Ning. If it¡¯s a son, let¡¯s call it Fang Tan. " "As long as you like it. " Sang Sasha smiled, and the corners of her mouth were filled with a kind of happiness that cannot be described in words. Perhaps only a pregnant woman can feel her state of mind at this time. She originally regarded the inheritance of the family as her mission, but now After this kind of mission is combined with the one she loves, the satisfaction and happiness are beyond words. "I guess you are here Sa Sa!" " Wanyan Yunshu jumped in from outside the door, holding a large bunch of wild fruits whose names he didn't know. It was already winter, and wild fruits could only be found in places with a mild climate like the southwest. " Especially delicious. " She peeled off a wild fruit and stuffed it into Fang Jie's mouth, then winked at Sang Sa Sa: "Sister Shen and Sister MuThey say that when a woman has a child, she can't eat randomly, so she can only covet you. Fang Jie swallowed the sweet and juicy fruit, smiled and asked, "Why are you so happy today?" " "I received a letter from my brother. " Wanyan Yunshu said with a smile: "He said that the people of the Northern Liao region are now living very well in the Northeast of the Sui Dynasty. Because the war has not spread to the Northeast, the people have quickly adapted to the new life. They have now learned to farm, build houses, raise pigs and sheep, and grow flowers. The most important thing is that the people in Mu Mansion did not make it difficult for them, but provided a lot of help. My brother said that the head of Mu Mansion and his father are now good friends and have a very good relationship. " Fang Jie also laughed: "This is indeed a good thing. " But soon, he seemed to think of something and frowned slightly: "The people in Mu Mansion have close contacts with your clan? " "Yes" Wanyan Yunshu said happily: "My brother said in the letter that they are living very well now. The people in the Mu Mansion gave them seeds, gave them fertile land, and even helped them build their homes. My brother said that the people in Mu Mansion are very friendly. A while ago, my father and the head of the Mu Mansion became sworn brothers, and the clan members celebrated this for three days and three nights! " A trace of worry flashed in Fang Jie's eyes, but he did not show it: "That's fine, as long as your people can live a stable life, that's enough. " He stood up and ruffled Wanyan Yunshu's hair: "You stay with Sa Sa. I'll go out first and I'll be back soon. " Fang Jie called Chen Xiaoru to him and asked: "Have the people sent to Eastern Xinjiang set off? " "We are preparing, we can set off tonight. " "Choose a few smart people to come to me and ask them to send a letter to Wanyan Zhongde where the people of Bei Liao currently live. " Fang Jie frowned: "I'm afraid the people in Mu Mansion don't have any good intentions Beiliao people have the simplest temperaments. Once they decide to be friends with someone, it's difficult to change them. Nine times out of ten, the people in Mu Mansion have spotted this. I must remind Wanyan Zhongde that the friendliness shown by Mu Mansion I am afraid it is all because of Han Qi's unparalleled combat power! " Chen Xiaoru's expression changed: "Mu Mansionare you really going to come in? "