The news that Qi Yu wanted to go to Japan spread like wildfire and soon reached Peng Wenchang's ears.
After the old master learned about this, he was suddenly shocked.
Tan Junyan personally told him that Mr. Qi had allocated a series of navigation supplies such as grain and dried preserves to the households, which could fully meet the needs of two hundred people for three years.
What? Three years of need?
Where do you want to go, Mr. Qi?
With this question, Peng Wenchang found Qi Yu.
"Oh? Master is here, please sit down!"
"Thank you!"
After receiving the tea, Peng Wenchang began to ask from the side: "I once heard from people in the official circles that your Excellency once urged the emperor to abolish the imperial court's policy of going to the West. Is this true?"
Qi Yu nodded and replied: "To put it bluntly, the voyage to the West is purely a thankless honor project. This move not only wastes people and money, but also drags down the construction of the navy. It is harmful to no one. As a minister of His Majesty, I
, Naturally, I have to think about the overall situation of the imperial court and offer advice and suggestions."
Peng Wenchang was in awe when he heard the words, and hurriedly raised his hands towards the north, and praised: "Your Excellency does not hesitate to use sharp words to directly admonish the saints, and seek benefits and avoid harm for the country, the country, and the country. It is really admirable!" However, his voice was different.
Turning around, he added: "Since your Excellency is opposed to the voyage to the West, why do you do the opposite?"
Yes, you asked the emperor to give up his ambition to go overseas, but you followed in his footsteps. How can you justify this?
Didn’t you slap yourself in the face?
cut!
Qi Yu gave Peng Wen a long look, his expression was quite arrogant, as if he was saying: Can your Majesty compare with us?
However, I just thought about it in my heart, how could I dare to say it out loud?
"The purpose of the imperial court's voyages to the West is very simple. It is simply to promote the prestige of our country and to achieve a grand occasion for all nations to come to the DPRK. However, this move has no benefit at all for the country and the people."
"The purpose of my voyage to the East is completely opposite. It is to benefit thousands of future generations. You don't know that on that fertile South American continent, not only do high-yielding food species grow, but there are also some urgent needs for heavy industry.
"High-end materials, if I can bring these treasures to China, haha..." As he spoke, Qi Yu couldn't help but dance.
It seems that those so-called treasures are actually the vegetables in his bowl.
Peng Wenchang finally understood. Although the two were both going to sea, their purposes and nature were completely different, and they really should not be compared.
But where is the South American continent?
Mr. Qi said that it is in the southeast direction where we are.
As for the distance, it's very far, very far, as far as the end of the sky.
Peng Wenchang felt that this knowledge was obviously beyond his own knowledge, so he was self-aware and did not ask any more questions.
"Master, do you still have doubts?" Seeing that he still didn't clear up his doubts, Qi Yu asked again.
"Yes! Sir, please ask Tan Junyan to prepare more food, dried meat, fresh water, medicine, and tea. These are just common supplies, but why do you need to collect fertile soil that cannot be eaten or drunk?"
Yes, do we have to drag this pile of useless soil across the ocean?
No matter how much he thought about it, he couldn't figure out the reason.
Qi Yu's face straightened and he said, "Master, do you still remember that my mentor Mr. Wen Zhu got sick on his way back from overseas?"
"Of course I remember. Your Excellency was so anxious and unwilling to eat. It shows the deep love between master and disciple between you two!" Peng Wenchang praised.
Well……
I'm talking about this disease, how do you mention the emotional aspect?
Qi Yu coughed dryly and hurriedly corrected himself, saying: "Master, I don't know. The reason why my teacher, Mr. Wenzhu, contracted such a serious disease was mainly because he had been wandering at sea all year round and could not eat fresh vegetables. In order to
To solve this navigation problem, I came up with a way to grow vegetables on the ship..."
The specific process is as follows.
Prepare enough flower pots on the ship first, and then fill them with fertile soil to grow fresh vegetables. As for the types, you can choose bean sprouts, leeks, garlic sprouts, chives, and other crops that are easy to grow.
After the cultivation is completed, you can use daily wastewater for watering, and provide ventilation and sunshine on the deck. This way, with water and sunshine, you will definitely gain something.
With fresh vegetables as a supply, the crew members' nutrition will be relatively balanced and the occurrence of sepsis can be avoided to a large extent.
These fertile soils may seem useless, but in fact they are truly indispensable and very, very important.
Oh...I basically understand it.
Peng Wenchang nodded, secretly admiring Mr. Qi's foresight.
Alas, I didn’t expect him to be so thoughtful about such small details. It’s incomparable to others!
After Master Peng left, Fu Xian, the manager of the military room, came one after another.
Give up your seat and watch the tea.
"Your Majesty called me here because you want me to take over the mission of going to the East?" After taking a sip of tea, Fu Xian got straight to the point.
Qi Yu refused to comment and said: "To be honest with Master Fu, Qi has this intention."
"I……"
"Don't worry, let me explain the situation first." Qi Yu pressed his hand on him, and then said: "When Xiaotong hijacked the big treasure ship, he rescued a group of accompanying sailors. They,
All of them are experienced sailors who have been on many voyages to the Western Ocean and have rich experience in navigation. With them, you can be safe and worry-free..."
Nowadays, there are super ships with ocean-going capabilities and experienced sailors. With such conditions, it is indeed time to give it a try.
At the very least, it works in theory.
Speaking of this, Qi Yu suddenly sighed and said: "Although there are ships and people now, there is a lack of a general commander. After thinking about it, I feel that this responsibility is yours."
Fu Xian said humbly: "My lord, my sailing experience is very superficial, not even half as good as Master Peng's. Although I really want to take over this post, due to my lack of ability, I really dare not take it lightly."
Yeah..."
"No! As far as the entire Qiongzhou is concerned, you are indeed the best candidate!" Qi Yu affirmed at first, and then explained: "Navigation is different from traveling to the sea. It is not enough to have ocean-going experience. So.
Well, the leader must not only know some navigation skills, but also be proficient in the use of ship-based artillery, as well as the dispatch of musketeers after landing, defense against enemies, etc..."
According to Mr. Qi, sailing in the ocean not only faces the test of wind and waves, but also the threat of potential enemies. Only through constant and flexible command can the danger be averted.
For example, if you encounter "ship harassment" on the way, you must bombard it decisively. Therefore, the helmsman must be proficient in gunnery.
Also, although the land of South America is 'rich', it is not very peaceful. Without two hard brushes, it is impossible to survive. And these hard brushes are naturally the muskets in the hands. Therefore, the helmsman must also know how to fight.
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To sum up, this overseas master must be an all-round talent.
Looking at Fu Xian again, he had followed him in the Battle of Tuen Mun and was very proficient in the use of ship-based artillery. In addition, he was in charge of the barracks and commanded the musketeers, so it would be no problem to fight a small battle.
As for his deficiencies in navigation, Qi Yu believes that this is not a big deal. With those experienced sailors on the team, this deficiency can be made up for.
Taken together, he is indeed the best candidate at the moment.
In this regard, Mr. Qi also showed his sincerity: ten gold bricks!
At the same time, he also solemnly promised: after you leave, your salary will still be paid, and at the beginning of each month, the money and food you have will be delivered to your home on time.
What I mean is, don’t have any worries anymore!
Alas, now that the words have been said, what other reason is there for refusing?
Fu Xian looked at the pile of gold bricks, swallowed two mouthfuls of saliva with difficulty, and said: "This subordinate will definitely live up to your expectations and resolutely complete this important mission to the East."
