Standing on the flagship deck of the naval fleet, Zhu Youxiao smiled and couldn't help imagining the impact that this article he wrote would have when it was published.

Thinking of those people's terrified faces made him feel very happy.

Surrounding him were countless transport ships. The ships originally used to transport food were all used to carry people. In this way, they could only carry one army, and the rest had to make a second trip. Moreover, this was the Hussars. The reason for walking on land by oneself. Zhu Youxiao is increasingly thirsty for large transport ships.

"I don't know how the big ship with 5,000 materials in the shipyard is being built." Zhu Youxiao asked Shen Yourong who was standing next to him.

"According to the information we received at the end, it's almost halfway through. Although a lot of technical problems have been solved, there are still new problems emerging one after another. By the end of the year, I don't know if we will be able to see ships going to sea." Shen Yourong curled his lips as he spoke. , obviously dissatisfied with the slow movements of those craftsmen.

"Haha, even if I can see the ship next year, I will be very satisfied." Zhu Youxiao laughed, and then asked about the fleet, "How many more warships have been added this time."

"Two more construction periods were completed during the grain purchase period. Six battleships were added, ten cruisers were added, and there were not many destroyers and frigates, just two each." Shen Yourong counted on his fingers and finally gave an accurate estimate. Numbers, including the previous figures, there are currently eleven battleships and sixteen cruisers in the navy, a total of twenty-seven main battleships.

However, Shen Yourong still said with a grimace, "Your Majesty, there is not enough wood left. It is only enough to build two battleships and two cruisers."

"That's it, what about the subsequent wood?"

"It's already drying, but there's not enough time, at least until March next year. I'm afraid I won't be able to add any warships this year." Shen Yourong looked unhappy. Anyone who saw his fleet stop growing would be very unhappy. .

"It's okay. Just increase investment in the future. It will make up for it eventually. Moreover, the twenty-seven battleships are almost enough in this Nanyang region." Zhu Youxiao smiled and patted Shen Yourong's shoulder. , "Train your young man well, there will be a battle before long."

"If there is a battle, could it be to annihilate the three kings of the East China Sea?" Shen Yourong asked with passion in his heart.

Zhu Youxiao smiled and said nothing, turned around and went back to the room.

"Your Majesty..." Shen Yourong shouted unwillingly from behind, trying to get some information.

……….

A few days later.

At the south gate of the outer city of the capital and at the gate of Yongding, there are now crowds of crowns and ribbons, and the city is full of nobles. The entire twelve departments of the capital, including the Imperial Inspectorate, Dali Temple, the cabinet, all the ministers of the second rank, the ministers of the second rank, and the cabinet bachelors of the first rank , all of them came, stopped here, and looked forward to it.

The imperial court of the Ming Dynasty came out in full force and gathered here. Who else could give them such a welcome except Zhu Youxiao, who was known as the Holy Emperor at that time.

Outside Yongding Gate, there is a road paved with loess. Oh no, now it is a cement road. There is no need for loess. Instead, the road is sprinkled with purified water. The whole road is wet, covered with dust and mud.

The entire welcoming officials were roughly divided into three waves: the eight cabinet bachelors were in one circle, the Twelve Ministers and Zuodu Yushi were in one circle, the Dali Temple Minister was in one circle, and the ministers of various ministries and important agency heads were in one circle. Next, there are petty officials such as Yuan Wai Lang and others of the fifth rank.

People say that if you don't go to the capital, you don't know the official officials. In the local area, county magistrates and the like are local officials, but in the capital, they are not even qualified to welcome the emperor.

Various circles gathered together to discuss issues. It was okay to say that the twelve ministries were all promoted by Zhu Youxiao personally. The atmosphere was relatively harmonious, and there were many ministers and chief officials of important institutions in each ministry, and there were also many factions.

, there are too many people and there is no quarrel, and the atmosphere is more harmonious.

However, things were not so wonderful in the cabinet circle at the front. Each of the eight people had their own expressions. Some had smiles on their lips and expectant eyes, some had gloomy faces and twinkling eyes, and some had expressionless faces.

Appearing to be aloof from the incident.

Some people gathered together and discussed with each other, and the topic was the article that was published a few days ago. Those who participated in the discussion were a few junior cabinet bachelors. They had relatively insufficient qualifications, so they were relatively close and had close relationships.

fine.

"I read yesterday's newspaper and said that Master of the King's Way was His Majesty's pen name. Do you think this is true?" Zhu Xieyuan asked. He had also read the article. It was really mind-numbing to read.

It's like an enlightenment, which makes people suddenly clear. It seems that they understand a lot, but they think about it carefully but gain nothing.

"I don't know." Li Changgeng cherished his words like gold. He was such a person. Except at critical moments, he rarely spoke.

"Hehe, I'm afraid it's almost the same." Bi Ziyan chuckled.

"Oh, how do you say this?" Cai Fuyi asked curiously, "Do you also believe the analysis article yesterday?"

There was an article in the Imperial Daily yesterday that analyzed who this master of kingship was. From the tone of the article, from the calmness with which he discussed the emperor's policies, from his unparalleled view of the overall situation and his understanding of the secrets of local government, it was said with certainty that this

It is the vest of the current emperor.

Then, today, someone immediately jumped out and slapped him in the face, and analyzed it from another angle, proving that this is not the emperor. In short, it is just a chaotic fight. And this kind of program has become more and more prosperous since the Empire Daily published it.

Whatever it is, it's still a show where high-level literati are fighting each other, which is a program that the common people love to watch.

With the support of popularity, it continues to prosper.

Before coming out, Cai Fu read today's newspaper. There were several refuting articles on it. He felt that what was said was very reasonable. He should not preconceptionally form the idea that the master of kingship is the emperor and then analyze it.

"Hehe, you probably can't guess how I was so sure." Bi Ziyan smiled slyly. His lack of confidence attracted the laughter of several other people.

"Okay, okay, don't be pretentious. I'll bring you a bottle of palace wine gifted by His Majesty later." Cai Fuyi immediately placed a heavy bet.

"Yes, yes, Lao Cai is open, you, Lao Bi, don't hide it, I will bring you some food and drinks when the time comes." Zhu Xieyuan shouted.

"Yes, yes, we will have two more food and drinks tomorrow, and I will have a drink with you." Li Changgeng saw that he had nothing to sell, so he sold himself.

Xu Guangqi looked at the four of them, shook his head and smiled bitterly. If you want to know, just ask me. Why guess here? As an expert who studies various technologies with Zhu Youxiao, he has long been sure that the master of kingly law is the current emperor.

After all, not everyone can imitate that kind of writing style.

What's more, this kind of argument, which has no trace in either ancient Chinese books or Western works, can only be accomplished by Your Majesty, a person he privately calls a monster.

"I've remembered all this for you, don't be ridiculous!" Seeing that it was almost done, Bi Ziyan stopped pretending and spoke out his own method of verification.

"Just the day before yesterday, I finally took the opportunity to seize the opportunity of Yang Lian, Minister of Education, and blocked him."

As soon as these words came out, several other people suddenly realized and secretly cursed themselves for being stupid. Others didn't know who this kingly master was, but how could Yang Lian, who was in charge of the Imperial Daily, not know.

"I asked him if this royal master was His Majesty. Yang Lian smiled bitterly, shook his head and said I can't say. Then I understood." Bi Ziyan was a little proud, happy that he did not make the mistake of being dark under the lamp.

Everyone here is a smart person. They all know what kind of person Yang Lian is. If this king's master is not His Majesty, then he will tell Bi Ziyan directly. With Yang Lian's personality, he will definitely not do anything about this matter.

If you lie, then this is the answer, and the conclusion is self-evident.

"He is really Your Majesty!"

"Yes, yes, although I have already guessed in my heart, but..."

"My opponent, Your Majesty is indeed a saint who is said to be born once in a thousand years. His various theories are really amazing."

"Especially the invention of cement. I think your Majesty's invention is the greatest. Look how easy it is to build roads and cities now." Wang Zuo, who was listening next to him, couldn't help but sigh.

His mind was relatively simple, and all his energy was devoted to road construction, and he was not aware of anything wrong with the atmosphere at the moment.

"Yes, yes, cement is great." Several other people agreed.

This topic was brought up, and they began to discuss which of the various new technologies that had emerged after the Holy Emperor Apocalypse ascended the throne was the most practical and had the greatest impact.

Some talk about cement, some talk about sewing machines, some talk about hydraulic transmission mechanisms, and some talk about the wool textile technology that has just come out. In short, everyone has their own opinions, and they can't argue.

Just as the officials were discussing, a horse riding Juechen came from a distance, shouting, Your Majesty is here!

Later, people with good eyesight could already see a long dragon rolling in from the horizon. This was the Yulin Army after all the animals were transformed into mules and horses. As for the Xiliu Army, they were still waiting for the fleet to come back to pick them up in North Korea.

Seeing the official arrival, the officials quickly became familiar. Then, under the guidance of the etiquette officer, they lined up and waited respectfully.

The long dragon looked very small, but in fact it was not far away when you could see it with the naked eye. But a quarter of an hour later, Zhu Youxiao came galloping ahead.

From this distance, Zhu Youxiao's face could already be seen. At a glance, many ministers were stunned.

Your Majesty, it is much darker and rougher.

This was the first impression of most officials, especially those in the cabinet. They came into contact with the emperor every day and had a deeper impression. The emperor was less green and more mature and steady, and a majestic demeanor gradually formed. This

It has nothing to do with age or location, it just has to do with experience.

After being tempered by the wind and frost of the grassland, Zhu Youxiao has grown tremendously.

Call!

A familiar voice sounded, and the galloping Zhu Youxiao had stopped his horse. Although he was the emperor, Zhu Youxiao still preferred riding a horse rather than riding a carriage, even though the carriage was safer and more in line with his status.

The horses stopped, and an overwhelming roar sounded.

"I sincerely welcome your majesty's triumphant return! Your majesty has cultivated military virtues and brought glory to the Ming Dynasty!"

Immediately afterwards, there was the neighing of horses who were frightened by the sound. After hundreds of officials knelt down to greet them, there was a grand entrance ceremony, just like the last time when the Jurchen Eight Banners were annihilated, the heroic soldiers greeted

Screaming, many people received the silk handkerchief from the daughter of the capital.

Amidst the cheers and noise, Zhu Youxiao slowly returned to his palace, where a beautiful figure was waiting for him.
Chapter completed!