The two brothers chatted along the way and soon arrived at Yun Mountain. Li Ke had originally planned to go to the Datang Daily editorial office in the workshop, but now that he heard that Li Tai was going to lead the Academy's "research team" north, how could he, as a brother, not send them off?
As for finding Li Yu to discuss publishing a notice to raise military funds in Datang Daily, this matter was not urgent, because the Datang Daily that was sold in the market today had already been finalized yesterday. The notice to raise military funds would definitely not be published in time, so it could only be published in tomorrow's newspaper.
"Mr. Kong Gui, Mr. Wen Ji, everyone is here!"
The Academy auditorium.
Li Gang, Yan Silu, and the other senior members of the Academy had specially prepared a farewell ceremony for Li Tai and the others when they went north to build a telegraph relay station. At this moment, Mo Huai counted the number of students in the auditorium and then cupped his hands to Li Gang, who was leaning on crutches.
Although the old man was now healthy, he was old and his health was deteriorating day by day. If he walked normally without anyone to help him, he would have to rely on crutches.
"Good! Since the children are all here, Mr. Mo, as the leader of the Physics Department, you should say a few words to them! In the field of engineering, other than the mountain head, the one they respect the most is you! "
Li Gang's face revealed a trace of relief and worry. After a moment, he turned to Mo Huai and said.
The latter half of his sentence was not wrong. In terms of engineering attainments, other than Li Zexuan, there were few people in Yanhuang College who could compete with Mo Huai. To be precise, it was Mo Huai and Mo Lingwei!
"Mr. Wen Ji, you flatter me!"
Mo Huai cupped his hands and said humbly. He then turned to look at the 32 students who were about to go north to build the telegraph relay station and said in a deep voice, "Very good! Everyone is very punctual. Since everyone is here, I will say a few words first. "
Mo Huai paused for a moment. The students below the stage also quietened down and looked over. Mo Huai continued.
"You are all the most outstanding students of the Academy, or perhaps you are teachers. This time, you will go up north to build the telegraph. Qing Que will be the chief commander, and Mo Chui will be the deputy commander. Please remember that the northern border is different from the hinterland of Guanzhong, and it is also different from Yanhuang College. No one is allowed to act alone outside. This old man has already assigned all of your missions to Qing Que. When the time comes, everyone must listen to Qing Que's instructions!
This old man hopes that you can set up the telegraph relay stations in Bing Province and Yun Province in the shortest time possible and return safely! In addition, unless it's absolutely necessary, you're not allowed to mention your mission to anyone else. Do you understand? "
"Understood!"
Thirty-two Yanhuang College students straightened their backs and answered loudly.
"Yes!"
Mo Huai nodded, and then his gaze swept across every student and teacher in the hall before he said, "That's right.
"In terms of engineering, all of you are the best among the teachers and students of Yanhuang College. Usually, all of your knowledge is obtained from the teaching materials compiled by the Yamachō, but that is all written knowledge. This old man once remembered that the Yamachō once said, 'What is learned on paper is ultimately shallow, and what is learned must be experienced.' This trip up north is a good opportunity for all of you to display and verify what you have learned. I hope that all of you can cherish this opportunity. While serving the country, you can also open up a path for those who are lagging behind in engineering!"
"Understood!"
Hearing this, the students cupped their hands in acknowledgment.
Mo Huai then looked at Li Tai and said, "Qing Que, although we have deduced the construction of the telegraph relay station countless times before, we will definitely encounter all kinds of problems when it is actually built. When the time comes, just send a telegram to the Academy or directly to the Yamachō. We will provide support from behind!"
Li Tai cupped his hands and said, "Tai understands. Thank you, Sir!"
Mo Huai nodded and looked at Mo Chui, the future tycoon of the Mo Family (Ahem, the boundary between Mo School and engineering is becoming more and more blurred. In fact, Mo Huai did not know if there was a need to continue the Mo Family's legacy because Li Zexuan's engineering was more advanced and perfect than Mo School). He said, "Mo Chui, you will lead the accompanying teachers from the Academy this time. You must take good care of the children and ensure their safety!"
Mo Chui cupped his fists solemnly and said, "Yes! Mo Chui understands! "
Mo Huai nodded in satisfaction and said, "I've told you everything that needs to be told. Let Mr. Wen Ji have a few words with you. I don't know if you can make it in time for the new students of the Academy this year!"
With that, he stepped aside and said to Li Gang, "Mr. Wen Ji, please!"
"Okay!"
Li Gang nodded and walked to the center of the stage with Wang Ji's help. He looked at the teachers and students of the Academy below and said unhurriedly,
"Mr. Mo's instructions were very thorough, so I won't repeat them. What I want to say is, children, this trip to the north is not only an opportunity for you to practice the truth, but also an opportunity for you to use what you have learned to spread engineering and serve the country. The telegraph relay station is related to the outcome of the war between the Tang Empire and the Turks. It is your honor and the Academy's honor to be able to bear this heavy responsibility at such a young age! But there is one thing you must remember. You must return safely. You are the foundation of Yanhuang College. This old man, Li Gang, will wait for your safe return in Yunshan and the Academy! "
With that, Li Gang cupped his hands solemnly at the teachers and students below the stage with a serious expression.
In this special era and the current special situation, Li Tai and the others' trip to the north was given a special meaning. The atmosphere in the auditorium suddenly became more solemn.
Affected by this atmosphere, the teachers and students were all moved and felt the great responsibility and mission on their shoulders. Their faith in this trip became even more firm!
"Sir, rest assured. We will definitely return safely!"
Under the leadership of Li Tai, the thirty-two elite members of the elite engineering team cupped their hands towards Li Gang and said solemnly.
Li Gang nodded and waved his hand. "Good! It's about time. Let's go! "
"Yes!"
With Li Gang's words, the Academy's "research team" left the auditorium one after another. After a simple gathering outside, they boarded the carriages and set off for the mountain gate.
As for the one thousand Imperial Army guards that Li Tai had brought, they waited at the foot of the mountain.
"Qingque, take care!"
At the gate of the Academy, Li Ke shouted at the carriages.
"Little Ke, you take care too!"
Li Tai opened the curtains and waved at Li Ke who was standing outside the car.
Speaking of which, this was the first time the little fatty had left the capital since he was born. He hadn't thought much of it before, but at this moment of departure, Li Tai suddenly felt a strong reluctance to part with the Academy, his fellow students, teachers, and his brother Li Ke!
"Generals, I'll leave the safety of the people from the Academy to you!"
Li Gang personally followed the carriages to the foot of Cloud Mountain. As the group set off, Li Gang cupped his hands at Dugu Xin and Dugu Feiying.
Behind Li Gang, Mo Huai, Yan Silu, and the others also cupped their hands at Dugu Xin and Dugu Feiying.
Dugu Xin hurriedly cupped his hands. "Teacher Wen Ji's words are too serious. This is what we should do. On this trip north, we brothers will use our lives to protect their safety. Teacher Wen Ji, please rest assured!"
Li Gang nodded and cupped his hands. "Then this old man will thank you in advance!"
"Teacher is too polite! It's getting late. The army should be setting off. Teacher, we'll meet again! "
Dugu Xin cupped his hands in return and ordered the army to set off.
"We'll meet again!"
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