Datang: Salted fish at the beginning, Gao Yang was given marriage by Li Er

Chapter 373
The mouth is full of greasiness and the cavity is smooth, and the soles of the feet are oiled when things happen.

Li Xian had seen the power of these veterans, sitting in this luxurious house and meditating for a while, Li Xian was also relieved.

For such advanced things as firearms manufacturing, it would not be of much help to ask an old man who has fought all over the world all his life.Anyway, there is also a minister of the Ministry of Industry to help, and it will be fine to run in with him when the time comes.

It was almost noon, when the meal was finished, an old man with a silver beard and silver hair claimed to be the Minister of the Ministry of Industry, and after a few words of greeting, he introduced a middle-aged man behind him.

With kind eyebrows and kind eyes, the fat round face looks harmless to humans and animals. He holds his sleeves and salutes, and his body is slightly bowed, looking humble and respectful.

A superior's attitude towards subordinate officials can often predict a bit of character. These are the truths and famous words summed up by Li Xian's life in the world and his observation of people. He also has a little bit of Xu Mao who is modest and pleasing in his heart. Good impression.

When the minister of the Ministry of Industry excused himself to escape, Li Xian cut straight to the point. After all, both of them are now grasshoppers tied by a rope, and the pros and cons must be clearly explained.

Pulling past Xu Mao onto the stone road, a group of armored soldiers with their armor shining neatly passed by in front of them.

"Xu Mao, now that the firearms depot has been built by Lord Shen, the whole burden of making firearms falls on the shoulders of you and me."

"Firearms are something you've probably heard a little bit about. They have a great reputation and are extremely dangerous, but I'm lazy and careless in nature, so I'm bound to be full of loopholes when I control them. As the saying goes, a gentleman can't stand under a dangerous wall, so..."

Xu Mao, who was beside him, listened in his heart and quickly answered the words with his hands.

"Xu originally shared his worries for Mr. Li."

Li Xian was a little at a loss for such a straightforward promise, and a lot of rhetoric about the danger of firearms that he had prepared before was aborted. He looked at Xu Mao with some surprise, and thought to himself.

You kid will be left in future generations, you are definitely the one who works the hardest overtime in the company.

They don't even know what this firearm is and how dangerous it is, so they insist on taking the job, and they don't know if they will be sold someday...

After coughing twice, Li Xian walked in front with his hands behind his hands, speaking in an official accent, in a sophisticated manner.

"Firearms manufacturing is a military secret, and you and my soldiers are one of the few people who know the details."

"How many treacherous ministers with evil intentions behind the scenes, how many foreign races spying on you, I don't think you will know it even if I don't mention it."

"Well done, Your Majesty rewarded you, and your official position and title will definitely be lifted up. If you don't do it well, if the news leaks, it will be easy for people's heads to fall to the ground and beheaded."

The figure behind him really bowed again.

"Mr. Li's warning is that today I will pack my bags, and at dusk I will stay in the firearms storehouse, and I will not leave until the firearms are ready."

There was a pause in the words, Xu Mao stepped forward and walked side by side with Li Xian, his arched arm was slightly turned to Li Xian's side, and he did not put it down.

"Firearms were created by Mr. Li himself, and Mr. Li supervised the creation and management of them, which complements each other. Presumably, firearms will be able to make new contributions to the expansion of the Tang Dynasty."

"The lower official is a helper, so he should retire to the young prison. When Mr. Li is appointed as a prince, it will be very good for the lower official to be honored..."

Ok?
This kid is as wise as a fool!

Li Xian raised his brows slightly at the next moment, when he mentioned responsibility and reward, this kid is not as naive as confessing, it seems that he was a little bit mistaken earlier.

Slightly waving his hands, Li Xian strode to stay in front of the central four-story shelf, and looked up at the feathers carved with auspicious beasts.

"Master Xu is overrated."

"I'm appointed to be an official and a marquis, and I'm not interested in getting promoted and making a fortune. Your Majesty dispatched me to be the supervisor of equipment or tools. I just came here to instruct skills and make blueprints."

"What's more, I don't have big ambitions, I like leisure. I'm still inexperienced in the court, and it's hard to convince the public. It's better for Brother Xu to take up the post of supervisor."

There was a trace of suspicion in the eyes on the chubby round face, staring blankly at Li Xian's side face for a long time before frowning slightly.

"Young Master Li, I don't know if I should say something or not."

"speak!"

Li Xian turned his head slightly, looked at the rare seriousness on Xu Mao's chubby round face, and spoke readily.

Slightly looking down at Li Xian's brand new official robe, Xu Mao thought about his words before speaking.

"Mr. Li, the Tang Dynasty is flourishing, and the military force of Nongsang is flourishing. Let's talk about it, how can there be any idle people in this world?"

"look……"

Xu Mao solemnly pointed to the soldiers patrolling the attic, and the busy cleaning in the four-corner workshop.

"Soldiers guard their posts day and night for the safety of a corner, farmers work hard to eat and wear clothes, vendors on the long street move to sell, and craftsmen who tailor clothes are busy weaving and making clothes. Look at this Great Tang Dynasty Hall, where literati went to various places, farming and building Dam, to fight for the long-term peace and stability of the Tang Dynasty. The military generals gathered to march west, thinking about the safety of the people. Even His Majesty, the Ninth Five-Year Lord, worked hard all day to review the memorials..."

The words paused again, and Xu Maoyu sighed earnestly.

"Mr. Li is in full bloom, and he has such great power when he is weak. Your majesty is also a holy family to Mr. Li. Why do you have such a twilight heart at such a young age?"

Staring at those eyes that seemed to hate iron and steel, Li Xian suddenly felt that Xu Mao was comparable to the teachers who taught and educated people in later generations.

Putting his arms around his chest, a smile appeared on Li Xian's slightly frowning face.

"Because I'm lazy..."

Uh……

Hearing this, Xu Mao was stunned and froze on the spot.

Is this also... a reason?
Li Xian patted Xu Mao's shoulder heavily with his big hand, and Li Xian let out a long sigh.

"So, such a major event that benefits the country and the people will still fall on Brother Xu's shoulders."

"Brother Xu, please stop making excuses."

Xu Mao was entrusted with a heavy responsibility, and he didn't make any gestures of resignation in sincerity and fear. Instead, he frowned and sighed, and cupped his hands towards Li Xian.

"It's a shame."

"Even if Mr. Li recommends it, Xu will be disrespectful."

"So farewell, Xu will pack up at home and report to the firearms depot."

Li Xian didn't expect Xu Mao to agree in this way, and he readily agreed when he was carrying the luggage. Looking up and down at this silly figure, Li Xian's thoughts roiled.

What's the point of this?
He is not as old and cunning as a veteran official, nor is he bullying others like other officials. How can such a simple-minded person stand out from all the talents and serve as the left and right servant next to Shangshu of the Ministry of Industry?

Why?
After bowing to each other, Xu Mao took a deep look at Li Xian.

"With all due respect, Mr. Li, a man cannot be powerless for a day."

Putting down his words, Xu Mao saluted again, turned around with big strides, and hurried out of the camp.

Looking at the back of the statue, Li Xian rubbed his chin and murmured softly.

"There is a fault even if there is no right? Why is this?"

"There is a saying that when a person sits at home, the pot comes from the sky. Could it be that he is talking about me?"

The true meaning of this sentence was churning in his mind, and Li Xian was really disturbed and confused.

Taking on a big responsibility, being pushed to the forefront by others as a shield, but accepting it without thinking, isn't it stupid?
But how can a foolish person say such meaningful words?
Can he also hold the important position of Shangshu of the Ministry of Industry?
(End of this chapter)