"Hello, Mayor Zhao, we meet again." Quark didn't look like a Comanche, he was very smooth in dealing with others.
Zhao Sixi met him many times and made friends. He felt that such a smooth Comanche would be easier to get along with.
"Sacrifice, we meet again." Zhao Sixi also greeted this different Yin Di'an person very politely.
"Yes, Mayor Zhao, thank you very much for taking care of the Comanche people in the past two years. The warriors in the tribe say that you Xinzhengzhou people are honest businessmen, and they are treated fairly here every time."
"Sacrifice, this is the principle of life for us New Zhengzhou people. Every merchant who comes to us will be treated fairly. You don't have to worry about this at all, but everyone is not allowed to use force when they arrive in New Zhengzhou and must abide by the new regulations.
The laws of Zhengzhou City." This is what Zhao Sixi has been emphasizing to the Comanches.
Because Comanche warriors were all impulsive. Many of them had hatred towards white people, and there were not only Chinese but also white immigrants in Xinzhengzhou.
If we don't make arrangements in advance, these people may really kill people on the streets here.
"The warriors we let out for trade are all the gentlest among the tribes, and I have told them repeatedly, so the mayor doesn't have to worry. If someone really violates your laws, then you can let them go.
Disposal."
"To be honest, Mayor Zhao, I came to you this time because I want to do a big business with you." Quark said with some mirth.
Big business?
These Comanches were not in the habit of amassing wealth.
They even hunt bison based on their own needs.
In the past, they would only exchange some grains, salt, or at most some ironware.
They only need iron to make arrowheads and horseshoes, and the quantity required is not too much.
It was hard for Zhao Sixi to imagine what big business Quark was talking about.
The key is that they don't have money or enough materials to exchange.
"Mayor Zhao, I believe in your character, but I also hope that you can keep it secret for us." Quark seemed very cautious. After confirming again that Zhao Sixi was willing to keep it secret, he revealed his transaction.
"Of course, Mr. Quark can trust us. After all, we have settled down here in New Zhengzhou, but there is no way to change places. Therefore, credit is very important to us." Zhao Sixi assured.
"Okay, Mayor Zhao, we want to buy five hundred muskets, the kind of muskets that are loaded with bullets. Of course, there must be enough bullets." Quark stated his purpose.
"Muskets? Five hundred? That costs a lot of money."
So many weapons are beyond Zhao Sixi's authority.
The Baath Army has always controlled the export of weapons.
You can never let weapons fall into the hands of your enemies.
Moreover, the Renaissance Army's export of weapons and equipment has always been based on its own strategic needs.
Quark only needs 500 rifles, which can be transferred from Los Angeles, and Canada's arsenal there can produce F1854 rifles.
But Zhao Sixi still had to ask Jincheng for instructions on this matter.
"Mr. Quark, I would like to take the liberty to ask, what do you use to pay?" This is what Zhao Sixi is most concerned about.
The enemies of these Comanches were the white men.
They want to purchase weapons, and Zhao Sixi believes that the top management of Jiahua will agree.
Then the most critical issue is how to pay.
There was a "clang" sound.
A heavy cowhide bag was thrown on the table.
Hearing this voice, Zhao Sixi's eyes lit up.
This voice is so familiar.
A strong Comanche man behind Quark opened the cowhide bag.
There was a flash of golden light. All of them were brand new gold coins.
gold!
This is a rare thing.
Most of the coins minted in the early days of Millennium were silver coins. The number of gold coins was not large, and they were only practical as large-denomination currency.
The price of gold here in Amelia is very high, one gold coin is worth dozens of silver coins of the same weight.
Zhao Sixi did not ask where these gold coins came from.
In the chaotic Midwest, things belong to whoever has them, and there is no such thing as stolen goods.
Quark grabbed a handful of gold coins from the cattle bag and placed them in front of Zhao Sixi, and then said: "Mayor Zhao, how about these as a deposit?"
Quark is very aware of outside trading habits.
Zhao Sixi knew that Mr. Quark once lived in a white state in the east, so it was not surprising to know this.
"Mr. Quark, please wait a moment and have a cup of tea. I'll be back soon."
"Okay, Mayor Zhao, we are not in a hurry." Quark seemed to have noticed that Zhao Sixi was very interested in this deal, which could be seen from the expression on his face when he looked at the gold coins just now.
These gold coins are the old foundation of the Comanche tribe.
This was obtained by ambushing a bank's escort truck in the valley a few years ago.
In order to prevent the white people from discovering the clues, Quark kept suppressing the tribe and did not let anyone touch the money.
But this time he had to use the money.
Not only was Jiahua aware of the coming storm in Millikin, but even enlightened Yindian people like Quark also realized that something big was about to happen.
So Quark's purchase of muskets this time was not as simple as seeking revenge from white people.
They have a longer-term plan.
Quark understands that the era when Yin Di'an dominated the New World has long passed.
However, when troubled times come, this is their last chance to gain a place.
Zhao Sixi didn't know that Quark had such ambitions.
He just intuitively realized that this could cause trouble for white people.
Zhao Sixi came to the telegraph room and quickly sent an urgent telegram to Jincheng.
This matter is not a big one and Li Kaicheng can make the decision by himself.
In less than a cup of tea, Zhao Sixi returned to the reception room and reached a deal with Quark.
He took a 10% deposit first.
The remaining money will be paid when the gun is delivered.
Zhao Sixi did not open his mouth like a lion, but traded at the normal trading price.
After sending Quark away, Zhao Sixi found his brother-in-law Zheng Qiang.
This Shandong man is not only in charge of the militia in Xinzhengzhou, he is also the sergeant of the Public Security Department.
Normally, he only has one company of more than 100 mounted policemen at his disposal.
These are the standing armed forces of Xinzhengzhou.
Their main task is not within the city, but to patrol the outer city commercial district and the farms and pastures outside the city.
As for the inner city wall, the militiamen take turns to guard it every day.
"Mayor, what's wrong? I was suddenly called back. Is there something important?" Zheng Qiang has a Chinese character face, a short haircut, strong muscles, and a strong body. He is a typical Shandong man.
"Haha, brother-in-law, I haven't seen you for a long time. Something really happened. According to the requirements of the headquarters, we have to start actively preparing for war."
"According to the requirements of the Jiahua Military Region, our New Zhengzhou City will form a garrison. You will recruit militiamen in the next few days. Our original people are not enough. I am going to recruit another 1,500 people, five of whom will be recruited."
One hundred men will be added to this garrison, and the remaining one thousand will be retained as the reserve militia in our city."
"Mayor, this will have a great impact on our production. The number of militiamen has doubled. Who will do their original work?"
"Brother-in-law, you don't have to worry about this. A group of Fuso laborers will be arriving soon. They have already boarded the train in Jincheng. These people will make up for our labor shortage."
"That's alright, that's no problem for me. I'll leave the Mounted Police team to Lao Ding for now, and I'll take care of the training. The situation has been really tense recently."
"We have encountered more and more caravans during our recent patrols. Even these immigrants can feel the tense atmosphere in the east."
A caravan is a kind of carriage commonly used by immigrants. This kind of carriage is covered with canvas.
The entire carriage was both their place of residence and their means of transportation.
We are now in the mid-19th century, and most of those migrating to the Midwest are impoverished new immigrants.
Most of the land in the eastern region has been occupied. If they want land, they can only move to the central and western regions.
The west is too desolate for them. The climate and geographical conditions of the central prairie are not bad.
It always attracts a large number of people to migrate here every year.
"Brother-in-law, I asked Lao Ding to guide them to Xinzhengzhou if they encounter a caravan when he is patrolling back. We are very short of people now."
"Mayor, these are poor people. They have almost nothing but a caravan. They came here, why are you giving them land?" Zheng Qiang asked.
"The land will naturally not be divided, but we have many opportunities to make a living here. The most important thing is that our place is stable. They have come all the way here and have realized that stability is more important than the land."
Zhao Sixi is right, Xinzhengzhou is already at the junction of the central and western regions.
Although Kansas is now under the control of those slave owners, the degree of development is not high.
The planters occupied only the area along the Kansas River.
Let’s just talk about the city of New Zhengzhou. Walking hundreds of miles eastward, it’s still a desolate land.
There are Comanches here, there are Mochico gangs, there are lone cowboys.
Robbery and murder are commonplace.
When the new city of Zhengzhou was first established, it was attacked every day.
And Xinzhengzhou City also warned these people with a bloody lesson, not to provoke Xinzhengzhou City, or they will die.
The wooden piles with human heads hanging on them were lined up several kilometers away from the city of Xinzhengzhou.
To this day, you can still see those skulls that have turned grayish white.
Those empty eye sockets seem to remind everyone who wants to make plans for the new Zhengzhou City to tuck their tails when they get here.
All people who come to Xinzhengzhou will be protected by the city lord as long as they live in the outer city.
No matter what you did before, you don't have to worry about anyone seeking revenge.
All persons entering the city are required to deposit their firearms at the Sheriff's Department.
Mounted police patrol the streets 24 hours a day.
The Mounted Police Team in Xinzhengzhou City is no mere showpiece. Their skeleton is composed of veterans of the Yangtze River Security Bureau.
Even the new security guards have seen blood.
In such a turbulent land, they have many chances to fight.
Zheng Qiang basically saw blood every time he led the team out.
Within the sphere of influence of New Zhengzhou City, you can't even fight between the two forces.
In this regard, Xinzhengzhou City is very domineering. You must abide by my rules in my territory.
"I understand, Lao Ding should understand, we will know the difference. It is best to be the new immigrants, the loyalty of these people is the easiest to cultivate."
"Yes, brother-in-law, you are absolutely right."
"Mayor, this time I can apply for some artillery from Jincheng. I heard that Kansas has also announced that it will secede from the Union, and the war may really burn here. Our Xinzhengzhou is on the front line no matter what."
"Of course, brother-in-law, I have already reported to Jincheng. We should be given a batch of city defense artillery. By then, even if you have to go out to fight, you no longer have to worry about the defense of our city."
A simple and honest smile appeared on Zheng Qiang's dark face.
"That's a good relationship, but mayor, before recruiting soldiers, you'd better discuss with the heads of several major families. It's better to use our own disciples as soldiers," Zheng Qiang suggested.
"This will naturally be discussed at the city council." There is a city council in New Zhengzhou City with only a dozen members, all of whom are heads of several major families in the city.
In this new Zhengzhou City, Zhao Sixi's family is the only one, but the entire city was built by several large families.
From the beginning, Zhao Sixi had already made an agreement with them. Major matters in the city still had to be discussed and approved by the city council.
But everyone is more convinced of Zhao Sixi.
Under normal circumstances, Sixi's decision would be just a formality when it comes to the city council.
Expanding military conscription is definitely a big deal.
"Okay, mayor, then I don't have any problem. For the Mounted Police, I will mobilize some people to serve as officers for the new recruits. Then I will select some people from the old militia to join the Mounted Police. In addition, I
If I want to expand the mounted police force to two companies, you have to help me get some horses."
"As for the army, my brother-in-law can take care of the arrangements. I'll take care of the horses."
After seeing off Zheng Qiang, it was already getting dark. Zhao Sixi packed up and walked home.
He now has two homes. There is a Chinese-style mansion in the city. It occupies a small area but has all the facilities inside.
The inner city of Xinzhengzhou only has so much area and cannot accommodate a Chinese-style mansion that is too large.
There is also a villa in the Zhao Manor outside the city, where Zheng Qiang's father usually lives.
Father Zhao is taking care of the farmland in the manor.
Sixi's main energy is in managing the city and taking care of industry and commerce.
Half of the factories and shops in the city are related to Sixi, some are opened by him himself, and some are opened by him in partnership with several big families.
If we all make money together, we can unite more people.
Sixi engages in industry and commerce to make New Zhengzhou City more prosperous.
Compared to making money, this city is what he cares about most.
Watching New Zhengzhou City become more prosperous day by day is Zhao Sixi's greatest pursuit.
After leaving the city hall, the family's Fuso valet Yi Nan was waiting for him outside.
A man and his sister have been treated as domestic servants.
One sister helps the Jiang family take care of the children, while the other man helps take care of the ranch at the Zhao family's ranch.
Why is he waiting for him at the city hall at this time?