Daming: Old Zhu, we agreed not to rush!

Chapter 196 Song Lian explains the lyrics, Su Jing makes guns!

Really Su Jing!

Zhu Yuanzhang received Song Lian's affirmative answer. Although he had expected it, his heart was still slightly shaken.

"Song Tiju, why don't you tell me what Su Jing actually meant in this word."

Zhu Yuanzhang urged.

Now that it is confirmed that it is Su Jing, it is even more necessary to know Su Jing's thoughts.

Song Lian pondered for a while and said: "In this poem, the upper que 'want to rise across the colorful clouds', which has a super-vulgar thought, while the lower que 'don't bear the intoxication of Guanghan' is slightly sad, as if it has the meaning of being born out of the world, between ups and downs. , there is a kind of ambivalence."

"The veteran thought that Mr. Su might want to do something but couldn't."

Ambivalence?
Want to do something but can't?
Listening to Song Lian's words, Zhu Yuanzhang frowned.

"You mean, Su Jing actually doesn't want to live in that small place in Lishui County, but wants to show his grand plans?"

Zhu Yuanzhang didn't know how to compose poems, and his appreciation was not good enough, but Song Lian explained it so clearly, so he still understood.

Song Lian bowed and replied: "The reaction from this poem is like this, but when it comes to poetry, everyone has his own opinion, and the minister's opinion is just the opinion of the family."

What Song Lian said was very conservative, and he didn't dare to guarantee it.

When it comes to matters related to Su Jing, it is always right to be cautious.

"I know, remember to keep this matter secret, don't tell anyone about it."

Zhu Yuanzhang asked Song Lian.

When it comes to poetry, who doesn't know that Song Lian was a master of poetry and prose at that time, and his views are authoritative.

Zhu Yuanzhang would not believe Song Lian's humble words.

"The minister obeys the order."

Song Lian nodded immediately.

Even though there were all kinds of doubts in my heart, I didn't show the slightest at this moment.

"Okay, keep busy, I'm leaving first."

After asking about things, Zhu Yuanzhang also left directly.

"Congratulations, Your Majesty."

Song Lian bowed to bid farewell to Zhu Yuanzhang, turned around and returned to his office.

Find the piece of paper that says "Niannujiao Mid-Autumn Festival Conversation with the Moon" and tear it up immediately.

But after thinking about it, Song Lian felt that it was not safe, so he collected the scraps of paper and threw them all into the brazier.

"Mr. Su, I hope I didn't harm you."

Song Lian sighed slightly, he didn't know what Zhu Yuanzhang was thinking.

Whether the interpretation of this poem is a blessing or a curse for Su Jing, there is no way to know.

Zhu Yuanzhang, who left the Imperial Academy, did not return directly to Fengxian Hall to handle government affairs, but wandered back to the Ministry of Industry.

This matter of moving the pulley, that is what Zhu Yan just carried out.

Inside the Ministry of Industry.

All the officials are quite busy, because now Daming needs to build a lot of places.

At the same time, the Ministry of Industry needs to have a wide range of jurisdictions. In addition to engineering construction, there are many important tasks such as reclamation of wasteland, construction of water conservancy, and construction of transportation post roads.

This is an expensive department.

Zhu Yuanzhang made a brief inspection and was very satisfied with the working status of everyone.

"Minister Zhang Bing pays homage to His Majesty."

Zhang Bing, the minister of the Ministry of Industry, came to Zhu Yuanzhang, knelt down and said.

Zhu Yuanzhang waved his hand and said, "Zhang Shilang, get up, I just take a casual look."

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

Zhang Bing got up and came to Zhu Yuanzhang's side.

Zhu Yuanzhang asked: "A few days ago, I asked the third prince to come here to promote the movable pulley. How has the Ministry of Industry learned it?"

Zhang Bing immediately replied: "Reporting to Your Majesty, the manufacture of the movable pulley is already underway, and the next step is to train the craftsmen, which can be spread throughout the entire Ming Dynasty."

The Ministry of Industry's popularization of movable pulley blocks and simple teaching can be different.

Daming is too big.

Everything must be carried out in an orderly and orderly manner, rather than relying on simple explanations.

"Good job."

Zhu Yuanzhang nodded in praise.

Zhang Bing immediately said: "Everything is the credit of Mr. Su and the third prince. This idea of ​​moving the pulley is simply a genius idea."

As the minister of the Ministry of Industry, Zhang Bing himself is not just a management talent.

His technique is also good.

The labor-saving structure of the movable pulley block made him quite addicted.

That is to say, there is no chance now. When he sees Su Jing in the future, he must have a good discussion with Su Jing.

Hearing Zhang Bing's words, Zhu Yuanzhang showed a satisfied look on his face.

Zhu Yuanzhang already knew about the behavior of the third child Zhu Yan.

It is also a good thing that Su Jing can show his face in the Ministry of Industry.

"Okay, go ahead and do your own thing, I'll just have to see for myself."

Zhu Yuanzhang said to Zhang Bing.

"Yes, Your Majesty."

Zhang Bing nodded, turned and left.

However, he has arranged for officials to watch from the sidelines, and if Zhu Yuanzhang has something to do, he will be there immediately.

Few of the officials who can reach this level are idiots.

The situation of Shijiabao is purely special.

Zhu Yuanzhang briefly looked at the accounts of the Ministry of Industry, and there was nothing wrong with it.

He is still very satisfied with Shan Anren, Minister of the Ministry of Industry, the Ministry of Industry has a lot of money, but Shan Anren has always been self-denying and devoted to the public.

Originally, he intended to let Shan Anren become Minister of the Ministry of War, but because of his old age, he refused to accept it.

After leaving the Ministry of Industry, Zhu Yuanzhang transferred to the Metropolitan Governor's Mansion.

"Father."

Seeing Zhu Yuanzhang coming, Mu Ying saluted immediately.

"Ying'er, there's no need to be like this, I'm just looking casually."

Zhu Yuanzhang said with a smile.

Mu Ying nodded and said: "Father has lived in the palace for a long time, so he really should come out more often, activities are good for the body."

"Ha ha!"

Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Mu Ying and said, "Ying'er, are you saying that I am getting old?"

Mu Ying immediately said: "I dare not."

"Let's go, practice on the school field."

Zhu Yuanzhang was very happy, and his hands were restless.

"Yes, Father."

Mu Ying immediately took Zhu Yuanzhang to a small school field in the Governor's Mansion.

Although this is not a place for military training, as the Metropolitan Governor's Mansion, most of the incumbents are from the leadership background, and they can still practice occasionally.

As soon as he arrived at the school grounds, Zhu Yuanzhang found a wolf gun erected.

"Is there a wolf constitution here too?"

Zhu Yuanzhang walked up to Lang Xian, stretched out his hand and took it off.

Mu Ying replied: "That's right, I did it myself."

While speaking, Mu Ying had already taken out a Japanese sword and held it in her hand.

Wolf constitution vs Japanese sword.

Classic confrontation!

"That's right, it's time to try it out and see how Langxian's situation with the Japanese sword is."

Zhu Yuanzhang's eyes lit up, he held Lang Xian with both hands, and attacked Mu Ying.

Although this wolf constitution is very bulky, Zhu Yuanzhang is quite flexible when he wields it.

As far as physical fitness is concerned, Zhu Yuanzhang is still very capable of playing.

It's just that Mu Ying is in her 20s and a young general, she is no worse than Zhu Yuanzhang.

A Japanese sword kept waving, but it also blocked all Zhu Yuanzhang's attacks.

"it is good!"

Zhu Yuanzhang was quite excited and waved more frequently.

This time dragged on for a little longer, and Zhu Yuanzhang felt that his physical strength could not keep up.

"Hoo~~~~~Hoo~~~~~"

Zhu Yuanzhang gasped for breath, and his waving movements slowed down.

After all, it is still getting older, and it is normal to not be able to keep up after being away from the front line for a long time.

"Stop it, this wolf dance is too strenuous."

Zhu Yuanzhang said to Mu Ying.

Mu Ying immediately put away the Japanese sword, came to Zhu Yuanzhang and said: "Father, this wolf constitution should be used in conjunction with formations, not suitable for individual combat."

"Mr. Su has already considered the volume and weight of the wolf constitution from the beginning of his conception."

Speaking of this, Mu Ying's reverence for Su Shi increased a bit.

"Indeed, the wolf constitution invented by Su Jing is really not simple. Next year's Japanese pirates can make them suffer."

Zhu Yuanzhang nodded, and then said: "I heard that the fourth brother has been running to you recently, pestering you to learn the art of war, isn't it?"

Although there is no detail like paying attention to Zhu Biao, Zhu Yuanzhang is still very clear about the general movements of each son.

"Yes, Father."

Mu Ying nodded.

Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Mu Ying and continued to ask: "Then how is the fourth son studying? This kid has no talent for reading and no desire to learn."

Mu Ying said: "The fourth prince is quite talented in military affairs, and he will definitely become a general in the future!"

On this point, what Mu Ying said was very fair.

"Yes, the fourth child is the one who resembles me the most."

Zhu Yuanzhang said with emotion: "In the future, he will definitely be able to become Biaoer's right-hand man."

Regardless of the young age of the princes, Zhu Yuanzhang has already arranged a place for them in his heart.

In Lao Zhu's vision, the entire world of Ming Dynasty should be controlled by the Zhu family.

Zhu Biao, as the emperor, sits in the capital, while his younger brothers, each in their own fiefs, resist foreign enemies and suppress internal strife.

"It's a pity, the level of the ministers is average, and there are always limited people who can teach the fourth prince."

Mu Ying said to Zhu Yuanzhang: "The fourth prince yearns for Mr. Su very much. In my opinion, Mr. Su is proficient in military strategy, so he can become the teacher of the fourth prince."

The topic went on and on, and it came to Su Jing again.

Let Su Jing become Zhu Di's teacher.

Hearing this, Zhu Yuanzhang did not express his position, but said: "Let's talk about this later, Ying'er, you work hard, and I will hand over all the governor's mansion to you in the future."

"Yes, Royal Father, I feel that I will not disappoint Royal Father."

Mu Ying replied very seriously.

"Okay, I'm a little tired today, so I'll go back to the palace first."

Zhu Yuanzhang simply relaxed his muscles and bones, and then he was going back to the palace.

……

Lishui County.

The cold wind in late autumn is getting colder and colder, and winter is getting closer.

In the blacksmith shop, Su Jing was continuously forging a knife.

Although what he wants to learn is casting, because the structure of firearms is very complicated, it is unrealistic to forge them.

But Su Jing has always upheld an attitude that one must learn everything in order to learn.

The study of forging is also helpful for casting.

boom!
boom!
boom!
……

As the sledgehammer continued to fall, sparks flew everywhere.

The blade on the forging platform has also begun to take shape, and Su Jing is still waving the big hammer, trying to achieve the same strength every time.

"Flip!"

"stack up!"

"Turn around!"

……

The master blacksmith on the side continued to direct Su Jing, almost teaching him hand in hand.

Facts have proved that a technology can be learned quickly if it is not taught directly.

Oh!

As the forged blade entered the cold water, a straight knife appeared in Su Jing's hand.

"Or not."

Su Jing looked at her finished product, only to feel that it was far from the master blacksmith's.

"Boss Su, it's okay. You are the fastest learner among the apprentices I have taught. As far as what you have learned in the past few days, it will take at least half a year for others."

The master blacksmith said to Su Jing.

Although he is the master, he dare not put on airs when facing Su Jing.

These days, money is the master.

Su Jing's reward was a price he couldn't refuse.

With such an apprentice, he didn't dare to beat, scold or show off.

Who would have trouble with money?

"Master Liu, I know my situation, you don't need to comfort me, let's continue."

Su Jing looked at the master blacksmith, and continued to smelt iron.

During these few days of learning blacksmithing and casting techniques, Su Jing's blacksmith's platform has also been fully set up, just behind his small courtyard.

half a month later.

Su Jing's study at the blacksmith shop has officially ended.

In the blacksmith's platform behind the courtyard, Su Jing and Zhu Biao were smelting molten iron.

What Su Jing used here was the blast furnace ironmaking method. He was in charge of filling and overall control, while Zhu Biao was in charge of continuous blasting.

Just smelting iron at low temperature is not enough for Su Jing, what he needs is to smelt iron into molten iron.

And before smelting molten iron, he had already used the lost wax method to make abrasive tools.

This lost-wax method is a method Su Jing found in ancient books, which is to first use beeswax to carve it into the shape of a casting, and then wrap it with refractory mud to form an outer mold at one time.

After the outer mold is fully formed, heat the whole again, so that the outer mold will be fixed, and the beeswax will flow out from the pre-reserved holes after being heated.

In this way, an empty shell that can be poured directly appears.

Su Jing, who found this way, had infinite reverence for the ancients.

This casting method can restore the precision required for casting objects to the maximum extent, without the assistance of modern equipment.

"Continue to increase the firepower!"

Su Jing yelled at Zhu Biao who was at the side, and at the same time he put the finished outer model at the mouth of the molten iron.

Zhu Biao kept pulling the bellows, and the temperature inside the blast furnace had exceeded the melting point of iron.

Over time, molten iron appears.

Su Jing carefully poured molten iron into the prepared mold.

One after another, dare not be careless.

"Okay, you can stop."

As the dozen or so molds in front of him were all filled with molten iron, Su Jing called to stop Zhu Biao.

After waiting for the mold to cool down, Su Jing smashed them all and took out the castings.

These are all the accessories for the flintlock gun he designed.

Su Jing was a little excited, this was the first firearm he tried to make.

Whether it will be successful is still unknown.

Su Jing couldn't wait to start assembling it, because he had already tried to assemble the parts with carved wood, so it would be quite smooth to assemble.

After a while, a very simple flintlock gun appeared in Su Jing's hand.

Of course, it is only very simple for Su Jing.

In Zhu Biao's eyes, this flintlock gun was quite unfamiliar.

"Master Su, is this the gun you improved?"

Zhu Biao asked Su Jing.

Su Jing picked up the flintlock gun, nodded and said, "That's right, but you'll have to try it to find out whether it has been improved. Let's go and try the gun!"

(End of this chapter)