The invention of new weapons made the emperor's trip worthwhile.
Flint, spring, fire oil, such a combination, who can think of it?
"How did you come up with the idea of using springs?"
Zhu Yixi asked curiously.
"Your Majesty, we recently discovered that ordinary wealthy people used to ride ox-carts. Nowadays, there are more and more horse-drawn carriages. We are all curious."
"So, I took it apart and found the spring."
"Because the springs restored their ups and downs, the carriage's bumps were greatly reduced, so we simply used flints and mines..."
"Hahaha, carriage, carriage——"
When the emperor heard this, he burst into laughter.
Wasn't it him who invented the carriage spring?
In order to popularize horse breeding among the people and make traveling more comfortable, he had already improved the carriage and installed springs as early as Xiangyang.
However, artificially made springs are expensive and take a long time. It was not until Nanjing that they were widely popularized.
Unexpectedly, by a strange combination of circumstances, he was actually used in landmines. It was really amazing.
"Reward, big reward!"
The emperor waved his hands, the joy on his face unstoppable.
After some more sightseeing, Zhu Yixi left the military factory area.
There are still a few days to prepare, but he is very optimistic.
Zheng Sen held up his hands and said seriously: "Sir, my Zheng family has lived at sea all year round and is very good at navy. Now the imperial court's Yangtze River Navy has tens of thousands of soldiers and thousands of ships, which is the best in the world."
"Even if the Manchus and Qing dynasties took over all the land north of the Yangtze River, they would still be troubled by the Yangtze River."
"And the north of the Yangtze River has long been in a mess. Whether it is Dingkou or taxes, they are only 30% less than those in the south of the Yangtze River. Because of this, why should the court be worried?"
Qian Qianyi nodded, stroked his beard, and sighed: "I never thought you would have such knowledge at such a young age. It's really good."
As he spoke, he said with emotion: "Although it was not my intention to sacrifice Nanjing, it is still a stain and cannot be avoided."
"Now that I'm going to Guangxi, I can atone for my sins, but my little one is in Nanjing, and I have to ask you to take care of her."
"Husband, you are going to Guangxi, why can't I go?"
Liu Rushi is swaying in various ways, with a fragrant breeze, and her plump figure attracts people's attention.
Zheng Sen couldn't help but be attracted by his gaze, and immediately lowered his head. No wonder the master was tempted and wanted to accept her regardless of the reputation. It really shouldn't be underestimated.
"You are different!"
Qian Qianyi looked back and said dotingly: "My daughter is only six or seven years old, and you are also thin. The smog-stricken area of Guangxi is really not a place where I have lived forever. I will suffer alone, but I don't want to hurt you."
"Husband!" Liu Rushi couldn't help but hesitate after hearing her daughter.
It is difficult for Qian Qianyi to have children. He only has one daughter in his sixties, and he is afraid that it will be difficult for him in the future.
He couldn't let it go, and neither could he.
"Okay, let's go see how our daughter is doing."
Qian Qianyi waved his hand and asked him to step back.
Liu Rushi twisted her belt and left with the fragrance, and Qian Qianyi said with a serious face:
"If I go to Guangxi now, I'm afraid I won't be able to come back for the rest of my life. I will leave my family and children to your care."
"Master, don't worry, my disciple will definitely live up to your expectations."
Zheng Sen nodded hurriedly, with a sincere look on his face.
Qian Qianyi nodded and said sadly: "It's okay for me. It's just that nowadays, I really hate the name Donglin. I'm afraid that in the future, there will be few Donglin names."
Later, Zheng Sen asked for advice on his own affairs.
Qian Qianyi’s political literacy was immediately apparent:
"As for your Zheng family, I'm afraid the emperor will deal with it after preparing for a war."
"After the Jiangbei War?"
Zheng Sen was stunned.
"That's right!"
Qian Qianyi said calmly: "You, the Zheng family, support the Tang king, which can be regarded as an excuse for the court."
"If the imperial court wins a great victory and brings about unification, the emperor may not make things difficult for you."
"And once there is any disagreement, you, the Zheng family, will be the biggest fat sheep. All your millions of dollars will go into the imperial treasury."
When Zheng Sen heard this, he became pale: "No wonder, no wonder I contacted many courtiers, but all of them were delaying, and they all said that the emperor's attitude was unclear."
"If this is true, my Zheng family is not vegetarian either."
Zheng Sen gritted his teeth, his face filled with murderous intent.
Qian Qianyi felt bad when he saw it.
I have seen through the imperial court's intentions. If the Zheng family is forced to rebel and its navy is used by the Manchus, it will be a big deal.
Although he hated the emperor, he loved the Ming Dynasty.
Immediately, his mind changed: This might be an opportunity for me.
"Damu, please wait a moment. I'm familiar with Jiang Hubu and Lu Bingbu. I'll help you ask in the next few days. There may be results."
"Then thank you so much, Master." Zheng Sen said movedly.
After he left, Qian Qianyi walked slowly.
If the Zheng family surrenders, it will not be a good thing for the Ming Dynasty.
And if I revealed it to the court and then made peace with it, wouldn't it save me the pain of running around?
You can also make meritorious service in front of the emperor.