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Chapter 508 Staying in the Mountains Overnight(1/2)

 On the way to Hayangfang, His Majesty Li Er was completely shocked by the scene in front of him!

When did such a dam of this size appear here, and it is not far from Junyangfang.

His Majesty Li Er felt very strange, as if the dam appeared out of thin air overnight, as if it was unbelievable like a mirage.

But now it really appears in front of everyone.

His Majesty Li Er was very curious about this dam because the court did not build such a dam.

Although I knew it must be the work of that boy Yang Fan, how did that guy build this huge weir in such a short time?

Moreover, what is the role of such a high dam construction in the mountains and ridges?

What's even more nonsense is that the mainstream of river water is obviously much lower than this dam. Even if some streams can be introduced, it is a drop in the bucket.

His Majesty Li Er felt that this was simply a useless embankment.

When they were about to get off the car and find out, they almost scared Li Junxian to death. So they quickly persuaded: "Your Majesty, don't get off the car. There are so many people here, and they are holding tools. Who knows if there are ulterior motives who are involved in it? If there is one, I will be able to forgive my crime if I die a hundred times!"

The spy chief was almost kneeling down on the spot.

Moreover, he discovered an abnormality, and these people who work were obviously extremely strong and did not look like ordinary people at all.

Fang Xuanling and Changsun Wuji obviously saw the problem, although they were ready to try and wanted to get off the car and see it clearly.

But they also knew that if they went down, His Majesty Li Er would definitely follow. Those who held sharp weapons would not be able to guarantee that there would be some criminals.

Seeing this, His Majesty Li Er had no choice but to give up.

Looking up, I saw that the dam was made of stone and bonded with cement.

Obviously, the dam has just been built and has not been completed yet.

The workers above were waving their tools in full swing, and even a team of stones kept shouting.

His Majesty Li Er glanced at him and saw an old acquaintance on the dam body directing everyone to work.

He whispered a few words to Li Junxian and ordered him to call the man over.

Li Junxian walked over, patted the man on the shoulder, and said a few words.

The man was stunned at first, told the people around him a few words, and then followed Li Junxian.

The man looked at the carriage curiously, and His Majesty Li Er just lifted up the curtain of the carriage and looked at him.

The man was stunned for a moment, rubbed his eyes, and then he realized that he was about to kneel on one knee, but was stopped by His Majesty Li Er.

His Majesty Li Er smiled gently and said, "If I remember correctly, your name is Wang Xiaojie, right? Well, you have worked very hard in Tubo. That boy Yang Fan has also asked for merit for you. Isn't he a fifth-rank general from the Zuoying of the Right Guard? Why did he do the work of supervising the work?"

Wang Xiaojie was so excited that he was about to faint.

His Majesty Li Er actually knew that he was a small fifth-rank general, and tears were almost coming out. He replied at a loss: "Your Majesty, it is the last general. A few months ago, the last general was fortunate to meet Tianyan in Taiji Hall. I am in the Five Senses of the Memorial..."

His Majesty Li Er waved his hand and signaled that there was no need to be too polite. He asked, "The dam here is Yang Fan's work. Why did he build such a large dam?"

Wang Xiaojie quickly replied: "It was the work of the Duke. As for what he did, I don't know what he did. I just heard from the Duke. After this dam is completed, it can be used for power generation. In the future, Junyangfang will no longer be used without fear of the night!"

Changsun Wuji didn't believe it at all and joked: "Day and night are natural phenomena. Yang Fan thought he was the sun? What's more, thunder and lightning are controlled by the gods. Who is Yang Fan thinking that autonomy is? It's ridiculous!"

His Majesty Li Er shook his head without any objection, obviously agreeing with Changsun Wuji's words.

However, Fang Xuanling showed a thoughtful expression and retorted: "Duke Zhao, we are old and often fall behind. Who could have thought that when will it rain in Wannian County Duke control? "

As soon as this statement was spoken, Changsun Wuji didn't know how to answer.

This prime minister is too disrespectful to him. Isn’t this disguised saying that he is Changsun Wuji has a short-lived attitude?

"Two my dear friends, there is no need to argue about this matter. You will know what you see Yang Fan later!" Seeing that Fang Xuanlin and Changsun Wuji were about to fight each other, His Majesty Li Er interrupted quickly.

As he said that, he turned to Wang Xiaojie and said, "Yang Fan is so scheming that he actually asked my soldiers to work for him for nothing."

Wang Xiaojie was a little surprised, and then understood what His Majesty Li Er said, and quickly explained: "Your Majesty blamed Wannian County for building this dam. Although thousands of people in Zuoying were requisitioned, tens of thousands of civilians were also requisitioned, all of whom were given wages, and there was no such thing as a false public service."

"oh?"

His Majesty Li Er was quite surprised.

In this way, Yang Fan really didn't let these people work in vain.

But rules are rules.

These soldiers protect the safety of the imperial city, but now they are used to build dams. What kind of style is it?

Thinking of this, His Majesty Li Er snorted coldly and shouted: "As a soldier in the court, you should protect the safety of the imperial city, but now you are not doing your job properly. Do you really think that I am a Bodhisattva's heart and are so fooled, and you will not punish you for leaving your post without permission?"

Although Wang Xiaojie was young, he was smart and bold. Now he had already experienced the excitement when he first met His Majesty Li Er, and his emotions gradually calmed down, so he said calmly:

"I would like to ask your Majesty to give a clear explanation. Although we helped build the dam, we did not leave our posts without leaving our posts, because the people who come here are all rotated and we only have a chance when we are not on the rotation."

"This year, the severe drought in Guanzhong, most of our brothers in Zuoying are from Guanzhong. These people are the main labor force in their families. Although it rains, the lack of labor force at home will definitely not be able to complete the spring seeds."

"In order not to starve the wife, children and children at home, everyone asked that in addition to training, the Wannian County Duke could give everyone some work and earn some money to subsidize the family income."

"The current Tang Dynasty's military system is a strategy to combine military and farming. It is not considered a violation of regulations for everyone to use their spare time to do things."

"What's more, Wannian County Duke said that if this reservoir is built and once water is stored, it can not only generate electricity, but also meet the cultivation of all nearby fields, and there will never be a drought like this year."

His Majesty Li Er was a little moved and no longer had the intention to pursue it: "This is true? But the dam is so high and the water level is so low. How did you get the water up?"

His Majesty Li Er was really shocked.

"How dare you deceive Your Majesty? Wannian County Duke naturally has a way. Of course, this has to start with an irrigation tool called a water truck. This irrigation tool is made of wood and can deliver water from low places to high places." Wang Xiaojie said confidently.

"Waterwheel? What is that?"

"That is an irrigation device that can lift water from the workplace to a high place."

"Take me to see!"

His Excellency Li Er came down and was in a state of interest.

In the final analysis, this time I came out of the ministry, I was afraid of this year's drought.

At this time, I heard that there were equipment that could lift water from the location to the highest point, so I naturally had to go and take a look.

"promise!"

Wang Xiaojie bowed and took His Majesty Li Er and hundreds of cavalry to the dam.

Standing on the top, Li Ercai realized the grandeur of the dam project.

The dam height is at least twenty meters, and the width of the trestle is more than one hundred meters. In terms of artificial dams during the Tang Dynasty, this is definitely a huge project.

The complete dam was almost completed and workers were carrying out final repairs.

Next to the weir barn, giant water trucks kept bringing the river water next to it into the weir barn.

The huge reservoir is already filled with half of water, but I didn’t expect that these huge water trucks have such strong water transport capabilities.

His Majesty Li Er is not calm!

It is incredible that this kind of water truck can actually pump water to more than ten meters high.

If it is used to irrigate farmland, wouldn’t it be possible to cultivate many barren fields without water? Fields near rivers will never be afraid of drought.

Turning around and staring at Wang Xiaojie, His Majesty Li Er hurriedly asked, "Is this thing easy to build?"

Wang Xiaojie has been hanging out here all these days, knowing the details of the water wheel and explaining: "This thing is just made of wood, and the raw materials are available, but it only requires some craftsmen..."

His Majesty Li Er's breath became a little heavier.

As long as it is easy to build and craftsmen, there are many workers in the Ministry of Works, and even if it is not enough, it can recruit the whole country.

This kind of good things that irrigate fertile fields is simply a waste.

As expected, that boy Yang Fan made a special move for himself, and he always hid something good.

His Majesty Li Er asked angrily: "This thing is really a magical tool for irrigation. I didn't expect that the boy was a little talented, and he actually knew how to improve this."

Fang Xuanling, who was next to him, twitched his mouth. This was called "Xiao Cai". It seemed that His Majesty Li Er had a very prejudiced attitude towards Yang Fan.

After thinking about it, I took it for granted.

Compared with the inventions of Zhenguan Plow, the use of water wheels is really a talent.

His Majesty Li Er continued to ask: "Have Yang Fan come to Junyangfang?"

Wang Xiaojie was shocked.

Any emperor would call someone someone to be that guy? I really don’t know if he hated him to the core or was so close that he didn’t need etiquette.

However, Wang Xiaojie did not dare to neglect and quickly said, "The whereabouts of Wannian County Duke are not dared to investigate. However, before His descended, a team of carriages rushed to Junyangfang. I wonder if the Marquis Zhongyi was inside."

Seeing that Wang Xiaojie really didn't know, His Majesty Li Er did not ask.

But in my heart, I was wondering what the hell is Yang Fan doing.

Logically speaking, it should be a step faster to fly over. Why is Xiao Yizi's convoy coming first?

The originally happy mood suddenly became indignant.

There was no choice but His Majesty Li Er had to hurriedly take everyone to Junyangfang.

He wanted to see if this kid really took his queen away?
To be continued...
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