I built a fairy city in troubled times

Chapter 52 Comprehensive Development
A moment later, Zheng Tong walked in with three figures in the hall where Xia Ming was.

They are all between 50 and [-] years old, but they have different looks.

When he saw Xia Ming, he immediately fell to the ground and said, "I have met the prince!"

When these people first came to Huangcheng, they were a little hesitant when they saw the simple city due to the influence of the great formation.

It's just because of the teacher's favor that I can't leave.

But yesterday, after Zheng Tong decided to stay in Huangcheng under Zheng Tong's persuasion, he found that the entire city had undergone tremendous changes.

It turns out that under the influence of the Great Formation, only people in the city can see the true face of the deserted city, which is very magical.

Now in their eyes, the dilapidated houses of the common people have turned into small single-door courtyards.

The ragged people on the street are not only cleanly dressed, but also have good cultivation.

Not only that, especially after discovering the existence and role of the Shang Gong Building, these people admired Xia Ming from the bottom of their hearts.

They used to be high-ranking officials, but they have always been frustrated.

After the dynasty changed and the sect intervened in the world, the few people who saw the true nature of the matter returned home and were not ready to go out to do anything.

However, at the urging of the teacher, he took his family to Huangcheng.

Who would have thought that in this wild place, there would be such a place exuding vitality.

In the past, they had always believed that Xia Ming came to power through connections.

Now I find that the other party only acts as a prince, which is really a sign of humiliation.

If you can become the emperor, it will really be a blessing to the people.

"Everyone, get up, sit down and talk!" Xia Ming pointed to the seat beside him.

At the same time, the maid also brought tea.

And at this time.

Xia Ming's eyes also fell on the three of them.

[Name: Wang Xuan]

[Favorability: 80% (loyal and willing to obey the host’s orders)]

[Skill: "Iron-breaking Magic Strategy" (the divine book passed down from family to resolve crimes, no one who commits crimes can escape his pursuit)]

[Cultivation: Bone Forging Realm]

[Fate: Cyan (the heart is like a mirror)]

[Talent: 18 (Ordinary level (lower-middle posture)]

This Wang Xuan was wearing a black gown, the color of which had faded from washing, and he was very thin. However, he gave people a feeling of being capable, but he did not expect that he was a master at solving cases.

[Name: Mu Zhou]

[Favorability: 87% (loyal and willing to obey the host’s orders)]

[Skills: Xuan-level low-grade "Blue Sea Art" and "Tianyan Shipbuilding Technique" (the method of shipbuilding is inherited from the family, but in the past, all they built were river ships, and they have never been exposed to sea ships)]

[Cultivation: True Yuan Realm]

[Fate: Cyan (unique and talented)]

[Talent: 20 (Medium Ordinary Appearance)]

Mu Zhou was wearing a green cloth robe and his complexion was a bit dark. If he were not a disciple of Zheng Tong, Xia Ming would have thought that he was a carpenter at a construction site.

[Name: Song Que]

[Favorability: 79% (loyal and willing to obey the host’s orders)]

[Skills: Xuan-level mid-level "Green Dragon Technique" and "Water Controlling Soldier Technique"]

[Cultivation: Second Level of Qi Entrainment]

[Fate: Red (Zhenhai Jiao)]

[Talent: 36 (Mortal Level) Song Que is a middle-aged man in his 40s. He is dressed in blue and is about 1.8 meters tall. He is also dark-skinned. In this world where etiquette is very important, he has no The long hair and green stubble on the head give people a fierce look.

He is indeed a strong general, especially in today's Huangcheng. He relies on the sea and does not have his own water power. It is indeed a bit dangerous. That is to say, the Sea Clan has not come ashore. If one day, the other party harms Huangcheng.

It won't work if you can only passively defend and cannot take the initiative to attack.

When he thought of this, he looked at the three people and had an idea.

Then, his eyes first fell on Wang Xuan, "I heard from Mr. Zheng that you are proficient in the law, and you are selfless and good at solving cases. From today on, you will be the first to build a Tingwei Mansion in this deserted city." Tingwei, his men recruited themselves.

From now on, the security of this deserted city will be left to you! "

After receiving Xia Ming's order, Wang Xuan showed a look of surprise on his face. How important is the security of a city? The prince actually made him a court captain directly. This is a great kindness.

Immediately he knelt down in the tunnel again and said, "Thank you, Your Majesty, for your trust!"

Then, Xia Ming looked at Mu Zhou and said, "You are good at shipbuilding. The deserted city happens to be near the sea. Then set up a shipbuilding department and you will be responsible for building some warships. But these are not the ships that used to walk on the river, but on the sea." A battleship might be able to do the job!"

For Mu Zhou, what their whole family hopes most is to one day build a warship that can sail on the sea. However, there are sea tribes and sea monsters in the sea, so the court does not allow people to go near the sea, let alone It’s time to build battleships.

Now, he finally had the opportunity to show off what was passed down in his family, so of course he was excited.

"Your Majesty, my clan has passed down a sea-skimming green boat, which is ten feet long and three feet wide. It is equipped with a sea-piercing crossbow. It can kill the true essence realm sea monster in the sea. If the prince is willing, he can do it right away. put up!"

Xia Ming nodded. Although this warship was a bit small and could only cruise offshore, it was still very good.

After all, not all sea people are experts.

And it is already rare to be able to build such a warship without having ever been to the sea.

"In a while, we will count the numbers needed for shipbuilding. If possible, we can try to build a shipyard and build sea-going ships!"

"Yes!" Mu Zhou said excitedly.

For generations, they have hoped to build a warship that can go to sea, but due to the imperial court, they have never been able to succeed. If it could be completed in his generation.

Even if he dies, he can still give an explanation to his ancestors.

In fact, the reason why Xia Ming decided to build a sea ship was because the resources in the sea were too rich. For countless years, no human race had dared to take this step.

This will allow a large amount of materials to accumulate in the sea area, if they can be mined.

It is enough to meet the deserted city's demand for supplies.

Not to mention other things, just eat some big fish in the sea, which can increase a person's Qi, blood and true energy.

It can be regarded as an excellent cultivation material.

Then, Xia Ming looked at Song Que and said, "Starting from tomorrow, you will be responsible for recruiting a group of people and training them in water fighting. The number will be set at a thousand people for the time being!"

"The last will obey!"

Song Que said immediately.

After arranging all this, Xia Ming looked at Zheng Tongtong, "How does Mr. Zheng feel about this arrangement?"

"The prince's arrangement is of course no problem!" Zheng Tong said quickly.

After the arrival of his disciples, Xia Ming has reused them all. It can be said that they are very honorable and he is very happy in his heart.

Then, Xia Ming's eyes fell on Mu Zhou again, "How much does each of the ships you just mentioned cost?"

"Your Majesty, the iron wood needed for shipbuilding is available in the nearby forests. Just let people mine it. However, there are also some special materials that need to be purchased from outside. The cost of each warship should be about 100 million taels! "

Although Xia Ming knew that shipbuilding was a costly project, he did not expect it to be so powerful.

A small boat of ten feet actually costs one million taels of silver.

However, he still nodded and said, "After the money is recovered in two days, we will determine the number of ships. Now we can build the dock first. Just get the needed money directly from your teacher!"

"Yes, Your Majesty!" Mu Zhou said quickly, feeling relieved. If Xia Ming said this, he would definitely build a ship.

At this moment, Xia Ming also secretly opened the data panel, wanting to see what the harvest was this time.

(End of this chapter)