Three Kingdoms: Liu Daer Was Forced Out of the Mountain at the Beginning

Just when the nobles who came to Yecheng were planning to buy steam engines and build new means of transportation, Cao Pi had already begun preparations for railway construction.

Because he had previous experience in building railways in the imperial city, the first thing Cao Pi did was to prepare various raw materials for building railways.

Whether it is steel, wood or stone, a lot of preparations are being made under Cao Pi's order.

The second is the issue of planning railway routes.

Due to limitations of the power of steam trains and terrain, too steep hillsides and some wide rivers are not suitable for railway construction.

Therefore, there are actually not many options available to Cao Pi.

After calculations by officials and craftsmen specifically responsible for road construction, the most suitable plan for Cao Pi was given, which was similar to Hanzhong.

That is to build railways along the roads from Yecheng to various prefectures and counties.

After Cao Pi made his decision, he continued to hoard materials for railway construction.

Because it is close to spring plowing, no major construction work can be done at this time.

After spring plowing is over and sufficient labor is available, railway construction can begin.

Later, Cao Pi reported clearly to Cao Cao one by one the route and preparations for building the railway.

After listening to Cao Pi's report, Cao Cao did not make any more changes to Cao Pi's arrangements, and directly asked Cao Pi to build the railway according to this plan.

Cao Cao is now building a steam train factory in Yecheng for Ma Jun and Pu Yuan.

Because of the outstanding performance of Ma Jun and Pu Yuan, Cao Cao directly started manufacturing steam trains after they returned to Yecheng.

Cao Cao also learned a lot about Yecheng's steam train manufacturing technology from Ma Jun and Pu Yuan.

"Your Majesty, a production line specifically for the production of steam trains has been built in the R\u0026D center in Hanzhong, which will greatly help improve the construction efficiency of steam trains."

"Also, steam trains can play a big role in the mine. Hanzhong put the only two steam trains into use in the mine."

When Ma Jun and Pu Yuan reported to Cao Cao, they also mentioned Bai Feng's arrangements for the steam train in Hanzhong.

"Is it a mine? Speaking of which, Yecheng also needs to mine coal to facilitate the use of steam trains."

After hearing this, Cao Cao thought in his heart.

Previously, there were very few applications of coal even in Yecheng.

Now that Yecheng is preparing to build steam trains and build railways, the demand for coal will definitely increase greatly in the future.

After Cao Cao took note of this key point, he planned to ask Cao Pi to prepare for coal mining.

Next, Ma Jun and Pu Yuan explained to Cao Cao the preparations and materials needed to build a steam train factory and production line.

Cao Cao agreed to all the requests made by Ma Jun and Pu Yuan with a wave of his hand.

Soon, on the northeast side of Yecheng, a steam train factory rose from the ground at an extremely fast speed.

This time it was finally time for Ma Jun and Pu Yuan to show their talents in Yecheng.

The two of them did not feel the hard work of building a steam train factory from beginning to end. They were very motivated in their work every day, and they could even forget to eat and sleep.

Because both of them understand that making steam trains is not only their own love, but it will also be a good talk in the history books in the future.

Cao Jie, who went to Yanzhou again to handle the construction of the soap workshop and steam engine workshop, also heard about Yecheng's recent actions regarding steam trains.

She couldn't help but think of the discussion she had with Bai Feng about taking the steam train directly to Yecheng before setting off. Bai Feng told Cao Jie at that time that building a railway was not an easy task.

The railway connecting Hanzhong and Yecheng will take at least two or three years to complete.

However, Cao Jie believes that Yecheng's current emphasis on steam trains and preparations for building railways may not take as long as Bai Feng said.

The construction of soap workshops and steam engine workshops in Yanzhou went very smoothly.

After Cao Jie basically finished handling matters here, he went directly to Yecheng to visit Cao Cao and Queen Bian.

Cao Cao and Queen Bian were both very surprised by Cao Jie's arrival.

After Cao Pi learned that Cao Jie had come to Yecheng, he also came to the palace.

At this time, Cao Cao prepared a sumptuous banquet in the palace.

"Jie'er seems to be very energetic now. Things about the soap workshop and steam engine workshop in Yanzhou should be going very smoothly, right?"

Cao Cao asked with a smile on Cao Jie.

Regarding the construction of the steam engine workshop, Cao Cao had received a letter from Bai Feng before, and he also strongly supported this matter.

Cao Jie heard this and said:

"Father, the nobles in all states and counties are now very cooperative. The construction of soap workshops and steam engine workshops is going very smoothly."

"It is expected that by the end of this year, all states and counties will be able to complete the construction of soap workshops and steam engine workshops."

"According to my husband, the Wei Dynasty is about to enter the steam age."

After Cao Cao and Cao Pi heard the term steam era, they were puzzled at first, and then suddenly realized it.

Queen Bian didn't care much about the steam engine workshop and the soap workshop. She was very happy to see Cao Jie becoming more confident and energetic than before.

"Jie'er, these are the dishes you like to eat. Eat more. If you run around outside every day, you will look a little thin."

Facing Queen Bian's concern, Cao Jie felt very happy in his heart.

"Thank you, Queen Mother!"

Then Cao Jie smiled sweetly at Queen Bian.

It would be best if Bai Feng was here too.

Cao Jie enjoyed the warmth brought by his family and couldn't help but miss Bai Feng.

Although he is the most ruthless emperor, Cao Cao still attaches great importance to his children and family ties, especially after he recovered from his stroke.

While Cao Jie was in Yecheng, accompanied by Cao Pi, he also went to a workshop where a steam train production line was being built.

"Brother, soon Yecheng will be able to start manufacturing steam trains. I really hope that the railway between Yecheng and Hanzhong will be completed soon."

After leaving the steam train factory, Cao Jie smiled at Cao Pi.

Since Cao Pi was canonized as the prince, the relationship between the brother and sister has also eased a lot.

"Hahaha, don't worry little sister, we will start building the railway after the spring plowing."

"It is estimated that the railway will be built to Hanzhong in one or two years. Then it will be very convenient for my little sister to come to visit my father and mother."

Cao Pi heard this and smiled at Cao Jie.

Then Cao Jie went to Yongzhou again. After the soap workshop and steam engine workshop in Yongzhou were completed, only Youzhou and Liangzhou were left in the northern part of the Wei Dynasty.