Done! Your Majesty is going to prostitute me for free!

Chapter 142

People gradually dispersed, and Xiao Tianyan originally wanted to follow the crowd. At this moment, Hu Yimo stopped him and said that he would take him to see some novel things. Xiao Tianyan stood there, hesitated for a moment, and finally decided to leave later, so he sat back in his original position.

On the rostrum, Hu Yimo was wiping the sweat on his forehead with a handkerchief. He panted and walked up to Lin Xiaofeng and said with a smile: "Master, your speech today is really long! What do we have next?" Arrangements?”

Lin Xiaofeng glanced at him sideways and raised the corner of her mouth slightly: "Why, do you think I didn't speak well?"

Hu Yimo waved his hands quickly: "How can you not? Master, I listen to your speech with great interest. I wish I could listen to you every day." After saying that, he rubbed his hands and laughed twice.

Lin Xiaofeng then put down his expression and said seriously: "Okay, let's get down to business. I plan to leave it to you to take charge of the first big project after the establishment of the new school. I have to show you some results. "

"Project? What project?" Hu Yimo suddenly became excited when he heard that there was something to do.

Lin Xiaofeng slowly spit out two words: "Hot air balloon."

After hearing this, Li Dexian on the side also interjected curiously and asked: "Old Lin, what on earth is this hot air balloon?"

Lin Xiaofeng glared at him: "You will know when it is done, so don't ask any more questions."

When Hu Yimo heard that it was a hot air balloon, his face suddenly fell. He recalled that Lin Xiaofeng had mentioned the concept of hot air balloons to them before, and he also tried to make one, but was abandoned midway due to various reasons. He thought the project had become obsolete, but he didn't expect it to be brought up again.

Lin Xiaofeng saw his concerns, nodded and said, "Well, it was really not appropriate to bring it up before, but now the time is ripe. Don't think too much, just lead someone to do it."

Hu Yimo was still unsure and said hesitantly: "Master, we don't know whether this hot air balloon can be successful. Moreover, our thermal weapons department has always been short of manpower. Now there are people who want to teach, and the manpower is even more scarce..."

Lin Xiaofeng waved his hand and interrupted him: "Just take the lead and do it! There are so many freshmen, pick a few smart ones to help you, part-time study! I believe you can do it."

When Hu Yimo came back, he saw Xiao Tianyan still standing there waiting for him. A happy smile suddenly appeared on his face, and he thought to himself: "This kid is really a good boy who is punctual."

"Oh, Tianyan, why are you still waiting here? It's a pity that you didn't come with me to see those novel thermal weapons." Hu Yimo thought in his heart, but did not say it out loud.

He looked at Xiao Tianyan carefully and felt that there was an indescribable simplicity and sincerity in this young man, which made him feel a sense of intimacy in his heart. He thought that he should talk to him more and get to know this young man well.

When Xiao Tianyan saw Hu Yimo coming over, he quickly stood up and said hello respectfully: "Teacher, you are back."

Hu Yimo waved his hand and said: "You're welcome, you're welcome, relax! I've been waiting for you for a long time. Today I'm going to take you around the entire campus to enjoy the scenery here."

Xiao Tianyan nodded and agreed. So, the two of them took a leisurely walk on campus, walking slowly along the path by the lake, enjoying this rare quiet time.

Hu Yimo was walking and suddenly asked: "Xiao Xiao, the basic class has been completed. What major do you plan to choose?"

Xiao Tianyan replied: "I haven't decided yet. I want to look around before making a decision. But teacher, I want to ask a question, which major has the cheapest tuition?"

Hu Yimo thought for a while and said, "Then you can consider mathematics. This major costs almost nothing and saves scientific research funds. As long as you have a good memory, you don't even need a pen and paper, just write and draw on the ground with branches." "

Xiao Tianyan said with some distress after hearing this: "Teacher, I don't actually want to save money, I just want to know what I really like. But I don't know what I like."

Hu Yimo nodded in understanding and said, "Well, mathematics is indeed a good choice. But, can I make a lot of money after learning it?"

Xiao Tianyan hesitated for a moment and said: "Well, the field of mathematics is more about research concepts and theories, and it is more difficult to obtain actual economic benefits. Even if it can help other majors achieve results, it is difficult to directly gain fame. However, I I heard that Principal Lin of our school attaches great importance to mathematics, so people who study mathematics don’t have to worry about life, but it is more difficult to become a rich man.”

Hu Yimo explained: "In fact, it is possible to get rich in every major, it just takes time. Don't worry, I will definitely help you choose a major that is most suitable for you!"

Xiao Tianyan said gratefully: "Thank you, teacher!"

The two of them were walking and chatting, and before they knew it, they came to a three-story building. Hu Yimo stopped, raised his head and said, "This is the School of Chemistry. Let's go in and have a look."

Xiao Tianyan asked curiously: "Teacher, what is chemistry?"

Hu Yimo said with a smile: "You can think of it as an alchemy that can be unlocked. Come on, go in and take a look and you will understand."

The two walked into the building, and Xiao Tianyan was immediately attracted by the sight in front of him. There are large signs hanging on the wall, and various exquisite glass bottles are displayed below, containing colorful liquids and solids. There was also a detailed introduction next to it, which made him very interested in chemistry.

Hu Yimo pointed to one of the bottles and said: "This is penicillin, which was developed by Principal Lin of our school. It has saved countless lives and can be said to be a panacea. This achievement has surpassed the achievements of all doctors in the world!"

Xiao Tianyan came closer and looked at the penicillin carefully, feeling shocked. He had heard of penicillin before, but this was the first time he had seen it in person. This Principal Lin is such an amazing person!

"Okay, let's go inside and take a look." Hu Yimo said, leading Xiao Tianyan towards the classroom area.

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In the corridor, Xiao Tianyan looked around curiously. After walking a few steps, he saw a portrait of a middle-aged scholar, holding a pen in one hand and paper in the other, with a focused expression. Underneath the portrait is written: "I don't know anything and I am deeply ashamed."

Xiao Tianyan couldn't help but respect this scholar. He walked down the corridor and noticed a portrait in every second classroom. In addition to the scholar I just saw, there are also portraits of some other famous figures. Under each portrait is a famous aphorism.

Xiao Tianyan opened the door of a classroom and saw a blackboard, a lecture table, plaster chalk and neat tables and chairs inside. On the blackboard in front, it is written in red pen: "Study with integrity, and accumulate knowledge." On the blackboard behind, there is a beautiful poster.

Xiao Tianyan walked around the classroom and sighed. The facilities here are really complete, much better than he imagined.

After leaving the School of Chemistry, Xiao Tianyan's outlook on life seemed to have changed somewhat. The facilities he saw were beyond his imagination. It turned out that there were so many new and interesting things in the school, which really opened his eyes!

Hu Yimo saw Xiao Tianyan's reaction, smiled and said nothing, and continued to show him other majors.

Not far from the School of Chemistry is the School of Physics. As seen before, the decoration here is also very grand, and there are some iconic items in the hall. But this time there was something strange. There was only a square box in the center of the hall, which looked like it could be opened.

Under the box was written: "Lin Xiaofeng's Cat." Xiao Tianyan asked curiously: "What is this?"

Hu Yimo recalled it and said: "This box contains a puzzle. A scientist named Xue solved the mystery and won the Lin Xiaofeng Physics Prize with a bonus of 6.5 million. He used the money Paying off the mortgage saved a marriage that was on the verge of collapse. However, you don’t need to know too much about these specific details yet.”

Xiao Tianyan went over and took a look. There was a stone cat and a bottle of something inside. He asked doubtfully: "What does this mean? Doesn't anyone know?"

Hu Yimo shrugged and said: "Principal Lin has not explained it. We only know the general meaning. This involves some profound physical principles, which you may not understand yet. But it doesn't matter, you will gradually understand it in the future."

Xiao Tianyan said thoughtfully: "How can the poison be released automatically? If the poison does not kill the cat, wouldn't the cat starve to death or suffocate to death? What does this mean?"

Hu Yimo smiled and said: "This question is indeed very profound and involves the concept of quantum mechanics. To put it simply, the cat is in a state of being both dead and alive until someone opens the box and observes it. This is the famous 'Schrödinger's Cat' Experiment."

After hearing this, Xiao Tianyan suddenly realized: "That's it! It's really amazing!"

"Okay, let's continue to visit other places." Hu Yimo said, taking Xiao Tianyan to continue the visit.

The two continued to visit, and there were strange traces left by Lin Xiaofeng in almost every building. Arriving in front of a dome building, Hu Yimo said: "We have almost seen it. This is the last stop. Let's go in and have a look."

After entering the dome building, Xiao Tianyan immediately let out an exclamation of exclamation. Inside is a spacious space with a large stage in the front and two levels of seating in the back. There are windows at the top, which allow good light transmission, and candlesticks are hung on the walls. This is simply a big theater!

Xiao Tianyan stood on the stage, feeling the spaciousness and openness here, and said excitedly: "It's so beautiful here! I never thought there would be such a beautiful place in the school!"

Hu Yimo said with a smile: "Yes, this is the auditorium of our school. All kinds of speeches, debates, and awards will be held here in the future. What do you think? Are you interested in performing or giving speeches here in the future?"

Xiao Tianyan's eyes lit up after hearing this and he said, "Really? Then I must study hard and strive for the opportunity to show my talents here in the future!"

Seeing Xiao Tianyan's excitement, Hu Yimo was also very happy. He knew that this visit had given Xiao Tianyan a deeper understanding of the school and inspired his vision and expectations for the future.

"Okay, now do you have any questions? I will answer them for you while I have time today. When you understand this, I will help you choose a major." Hu Yimo said and sat on the seat next to him.

Xiao Tianyan pondered for a moment, and finally asked a question he had always wanted to ask: "Principal Lin is extremely talented, and he can be found in almost every major. But, which field is he best at?"

Master, what craft is he best at? Hu Yimo really hasn't thought about this issue carefully. In his mind, Lin Xiaofeng was simply a man of great powers and omnipotent.

Among all the novelty gadgets in the county, which one doesn’t have Lin Xiaofeng’s shadow swaying behind it? But having said that, no matter how powerful you are, you still have to have one or two strengths that you can use.

Hu Yimo looked embarrassed at this moment, and his brows were almost knitted together. He closed his eyes and thought hard. Xiao Tianyan, on the other hand, looked at him expectantly, waiting for an answer to come out of his mouth.

After a while, Hu Yimo finally opened his eyes and muttered: "I really didn't think about this question carefully before, but now that I think about it, your question does make sense."

"Then tell me," Xiao Tianyan was almost anxious, "What is Principal Lin best at?"

Hu Yimo did not answer him directly. Instead, he asked him: "Tell me, whether it is mathematics, physics or chemistry, there is a must-learn course in these subjects, do you know?"

Xiao Tianyan was confused: "I don't know, what class is it?"

"Lin Cheng." Hu Yimo spit out these two words.

"Lin Cheng? What is this?" Xiao Tianyan was even more confused.

Hu Yimo gave it away: "Well, you'll know this once you learn it. But, do you know where Lin Cheng's name came from?"

Xiao Tianyan's mind was like a blur, and he couldn't figure out the reason after thinking for a long time. Suddenly, he had a flash of inspiration and said with trembling lips: "M-could it be because Principal Lin's surname is Lin?!"

Hu Yimo nodded and said with a deep expression: "That's right! It's because our Principal Lin's surname is Lin, so Lin Cheng is also surnamed Lin! It's that simple, there is no other reason."

"Mathematics, physics, and chemistry are all inextricably linked to other majors. So, if you ask me what Principal Lin is good at, I really can't tell you."

"He is omnipotent and good at everything!"

After hearing this, Xiao Tianyan was completely shocked! What realm is this? What kind of all-rounder is this? I actually met him today, it was like a dream!
However, after the shock, he became confused again: "Teacher, what major do you think I should choose?"

Hu Yimo smiled and patted his shoulder: "Young man, emotional communication is almost done. It's time to bring you into our camp! There are so many majors in Beilang University, and all of them are good. But, if you want If you want to get rich quickly, I suggest you choose a hot weapon shop!”

"It's a great place to make a fortune there! Guns, cannons, etc. are all invincible in the world! I'm in charge of the Thermal Weapons Department. We don't look down on those majors. Only explosions are the real art." don't know?!"

"Thermal weapons station? Cannon? What are these?" Xiao Tianyan asked confused.

Oops! Hu Yimo realized that he had spilled the beans and laughed and quickly said: "Well, you will know this after you decide to join us! We are special and need to keep it secret! But you always know about the hot-selling firecrackers and fireworks in Kyoto. Right? Those are all made from leftover materials from our thermal weapons laboratory!"

A glimmer of light flashed in Xiao Tianyan's eyes: "Firecrackers and fireworks? I know this! That's a hot new product in Kyoto! Rich people like to use this to add to the festive atmosphere! This thing is just a leftover from your hot weapons factory Isn’t that awesome!”

"Yes, yes! Do you want to take a look together?" Hu Yimo took out a yellowed piece of paper from his arms and smiled smugly, "I remember when Yangqu County first established a thermal weapons institute, Principal Lin wrote it in his own hand I have carried this note with me for so many years.”

Xiao Tianyan curiously leaned over to take a look. There is a series of strange symbols written on the note: "e=mc2".

"Teacher, what does this mean?" Xiao Tianyan scratched his head, "I don't understand."

"Just don't understand!" Hu Yimo smiled mysteriously, "This is Principal Lin's prophecy. He said that if I can understand the mystery, I can create an explosion that will destroy the world!"

Xiao Tianyan's eyes widened: "Really? Teacher, have you understood it?"

Hu Yimo shook his head and sighed: "Why haven't I tried it? It's a pity that I was scolded by Principal Lin. He said he didn't understand such simple things, and he dared to ask him. Hey, it's not that Principal Lin doesn't want to teach, but We are too stupid."

The two looked at each other speechlessly, both feeling a little frustrated. After a while, Hu Yimo broke the silence: "Okay, let's not talk about this anymore. Let's get down to business, let's talk about your professional choice."

He patted Xiao Tianyan on the shoulder: "Although the hot weapons laboratory has not been built yet, if you are interested, I can reserve a place for you first. Moreover, we also have some latest projects that you can participate in, and you can also What do you think about getting paid?"

Xiao Tianyan was a little excited: "What project?"

"Well, keep it a secret." Hu Yimo smiled, "I won't tell you until I sign the contract after joining."

Seeing Xiao Tianyan's hesitation, Hu Yimo continued to seduce: "If you join us, I can personally teach you an important skill to become a scientist."

"What skill?" Xiao Tianyan's breathing became rapid.

"Get funds." Hu Yimo smiled proudly, "You can't do anything without money. You have to learn this. It's the same for any major, but our hot weapon department is particularly good at this!"

Xiao Tianyan swallowed: "This...can you let me think about it?"

"Of course." Hu Yimo nodded, "Xijiao College respects individual wishes and promotes free choice. You can go to the basic class to study first. If the basics are OK, you can pass in two or three days. Give me a reply as soon as possible after passing. "

"Thank you, teacher!" Xiao Tianyan said gratefully.

On the other side, Lin Xiaofeng and Li Dexian were taking a leisurely walk, completely unaware of the conversation between Hu Yimo and Xiao Tianyan. How would they feel if they knew?

On that dark night, Xiao Tianyan stepped into his new dormitory, his heart filled with deep thoughts.

He looked at Hu Yimo and felt that this guy was really humane and straightforward when he spoke, which was quite to his liking.

But choosing a major is no joke. When he thought of his previous dismal academic performance, he felt his face burning. If you continue to hang out like this, how can you have the nerve to go home and see your father? You might as well find a crack in the ground and crawl into it.

In the dormitory, the new students were all discussing which major to choose, but no one heard the words "Thermal Weapons Institute" mentioned.

Xiao Tianyan was lying on the bed, tossing and turning but couldn't fall asleep. That worry was like a big stone pressing on his chest, making him unable to breathe. After struggling until midnight, he drifted into sleep.

Early the next morning, the person who checked the dormitory responded with a murderous attack.

The man looked around the dormitory and shouted at the top of his lungs: "Get up! Do exercises, then eat and go to class! If you don't pass the basic class, just go home! Don't bother me."

Xiao Tianyan rubbed his sleepy eyes and sat up slowly. The students in the dormitory also cheered up.

Everyone stared at the person who checked the bed, and saw him pointing to the trash can and saying with a serious face: "Who threw the chicken bones here? There is no garbage allowed in the trash can, understand? Don't do this again next time, I will deduct points and affect your further studies.”

After saying this, the man left without looking back.

Xiao Tianyan was already holding a fire in his heart, but when he heard these words, he became even more furious. But he still suppressed the fire forcefully.

He suddenly remembered Hu Yimo's domineering kick yesterday.

I thought to myself: "If I can be so free and easy, then what should I be afraid of?"

But ideas are ideas, and reality is reality. How can people not bow their heads when they are under the eaves?

Xiao Tianyan got up and dressed neatly, went to the well to get water and washed himself, and then followed the crowd to the square to do morning exercises.

The loudspeakers in the square have already played music, and there is a teacher teaching exercises in front of them.

Xiao Tianyan bit the bullet and followed everyone and started the set of "The Rising Sun". To be honest, this operation was quite exciting and made him feel more energetic.

After doing exercises, everyone went to the cafeteria to eat. Although the food was simple, it tasted quite good. There were steamed buns, porridge and side dishes. Xiao Tianyan was very satisfied with this meal, which was better than what he had eaten at home. Well, it turns out that the reason why the food in this canteen is so cheap is because Lin Xiaofeng subsidizes it for everyone. He is such a good person.

After eating, I went to class. The classes were divided in advance. For those students with poor foundation, the teacher started teaching from the most basic ones, while those with basic knowledge started to learn deeper knowledge directly.

Xiao Tianyan walked into the classroom with an uneasy mood, and saw that the teacher had already filled the blackboard with handwriting and simple pictures. It seemed that there was a lot to learn today.

After everyone was seated, the teacher began to teach. He pointed to a circle on the blackboard and said, "This is the world we live in." The students were stunned when they heard this, and opened their mouths to express surprise. They didn't expect that the teacher would tell them the truth about the world so directly.

This teacher from Yangqu was teaching new students. The content he taught was knowledge that they had never been exposed to before, which made them feel very novel and interesting.

After half an hour, the class was over. The students in the basic class walked out of the classroom in despair like zombies. Xiao Tianyan was no exception. His face was horribly pale. He couldn't accept what the teacher said at all. Three views have been completely subverted!

What about the earth revolving around the sun, what about the strange man who vomited blood, the truth about the Tengu eclipsing the sun, and the explanations of many natural phenomena... These courses were put together by Lin Xiaofeng based on his own common sense and after watching "Approaching Science" ! There are many superstitious ideas among the people in the Jingjiang area, so the purpose of setting up these basic courses is to get rid of superstitious ideas and initially cultivate staunch materialist warriors! Although the people in Jingjiang seem to have no fixed beliefs, their thoughts are far from atheism! Therefore, it is very necessary to brainwash them scientifically, and there is no need to worry about no one coming to study these courses, because the exams will involve these questions. If you fail the exam, you have to go home!

As the developer of the teaching materials, Lin Xiaofeng actually had no idea because it was difficult to explain even what happened to him! But as a pragmatist, he doesn't have much time to think about these things! After all, productivity is the last word!
In the spare time, you can see people everywhere arguing in the teaching building because of discussing what they learned in class. This is because the deep-rooted ideas have been shaken and it is difficult to accept, and the teachers in the building do not stop them. They will also actively participate in discussions, but the teachers’ knowledge is limited. When the problem reaches a certain level, it is difficult for them to answer it. At this time, the teachers will always look at the students with kind eyes and say: "Science requires oneself." To study, if we tell you all the answers, can it still be called learning?" After hearing this, the students all felt ashamed and did not dare to continue asking.

The reason why these teachers from Yangqu are so patient is naturally inseparable from the teachings of Mr. Lin. When they were in the county, these people did a lot of science popularization activities. Their good patience was tempered in this process. ! Science popularization itself is anti-human, counter-intuitive and counter-common sense. From the perspective of communication, it is difficult to spread things that are too logical and evidence-based. In addition, people who engage in science are often more rational and tend to look down on others. This makes things even more difficult. Superstitious ideas such as Buddhism and Taoism are completely different. They do not require people to use their brains to think. They only need to conform to people's imagination. People who spread these ideas also have a sense of mediocrity. The compassionate hearts of the people think that they are carrying the truth of the universe to save the people from the fire and water, so they are always tireless and full of enthusiasm when preaching. In contrast, cold science popularization requires at least ten times the enthusiasm of preaching. Only then can we catch up with others’ level!
In view of this situation, Lin Xiaofeng adopted the method of stick education and performance encouragement. After several years, he finally succeeded in changing the style of this group of people. Now the attitude of the teachers in Xiao Tianyan's eyes is like It’s as warm as spring, haha! The teacher in the past was not like this. He would slap people at every turn. Now he is better. He can finally muster up the courage to come forward and ask questions about his major.

He cautiously walked up to the teacher and asked in a low voice: "Teacher, I would like to ask if there is a major in thermal weapons in our school?" The teacher was having a lively chat with others and paused when he heard his words. He said, "Yes! But the Thermal Weapons Institute has not been built yet. This major is quite special. How did you know about it?" "Teacher Mo told me. He asked me to come to the Thermal Weapons Institute to find him." Xiao Tianyan replied .

The teacher nodded and said, "Oh, so that's it! That's good. The knowledge of the Thermal Weapons Institute is very complex and different from other majors. It also requires frequent experiments and making things." "Hu Yimo is responsible. People from the Hot Weapons Institute, what he said should be right, we can go find him now!" "Thank you, teacher!" Xiao Tianyan's eyes brightened after listening to the teacher's story. While there, he asked a few more teachers to inquire about the situation in detail, and he already had an idea in mind. I naturally passed the basic class exam because the content on the exam paper was very simple!

After the exam, before Xiao Tianyan could go to find Hu Yimo, Hu Yimo had already taken the initiative to come to him. He asked Xiao Tianyan with a smile: "Xiao Xiao, how are you thinking? Do you want to study with me?"

Xiao Tianyan took a deep breath and nodded seriously: "I am willing to learn from the teacher!"

"Okay!" Hu Yimo clapped his hands and applauded, "Then let's hurry up and sign the contract. Although the thermal weapons station has not been built yet, we have to go to Yangqu County to work first. You hurry up and pack up. Let's set off without further delay. "

Xiao Tianyan nodded heavily and agreed. Hu Yimo smiled mysteriously and said, "By the way, two newcomers have also arrived in the county. I will hold a welcome ceremony for you first and take you to drink tea."

"Huh? What kind of tea?" Xiao Tianyan asked with some confusion.

"White peach oolong tea." Hu Yimo replied with a smile, leading Xiao Tianyan and the other newcomers to the tea room.

The affairs of Beilang University went smoothly and there was nothing serious, which made Lin Xiaofeng very happy. He enjoyed his leisure time, being a hands-off shopkeeper, and living a pleasant life. Over the years, the county's talent training has been almost complete, and the work process has been smoothed. He leaves all the things he can let go to his subordinates. After all, he still has his own business to do, and he can't be lazy while at work.

This morning, as usual, Lin Xiaofeng went to court in a daze. As long as it was none of his business, he pretended not to see it and didn't take it seriously. This is his self-cultivation as an old salted fish. But this time, something unexpected happened in the court.

"Say it again?" Lin Xiaofeng had his eyes slightly closed, looking drowsy, but suddenly he heard Emperor Jingjiang's angry voice and suddenly became energetic. He looked up and saw Qu Dijie, Minister of the Ministry of War, reporting the situation to the emperor, his face extremely nervous.

"The natives of Shunyi rebelled," Qu Dijie said with a trembling voice. "They attacked Weishan City and killed 2,700 officers and soldiers. After robbing everything, they returned to their stronghold."

The anger on Emperor Jingjiang's face was not gone, so he asked a few questions, and finally nodded helplessly, and sent his left deputy, the censor Shi Yunjuan, to Shunyi as an imperial envoy to supervise the army. Lin Xiaofeng swallowed what he heard and didn't quite understand what was going on, but he was still very concerned about the local war and conflicts. Although it was just a small fight before, this was the first time he had heard of so many people dying at once since he entered the court. But it had nothing to do with him, so he didn't take it seriously.

After retiring from the court, Li Dexian found him mysteriously and told him about Shunyi's war for a long time. Li Dexian was frothing at the mouth as he spoke, but Lin Xiaofeng listened absentmindedly. In the end, Li Dexian actually proposed to lead troops to conquer the Shunyi natives, and also wanted to lend him 200 elite soldiers from Yangqu County. When Lin Xiaofeng heard this, his face fell.

"You're thinking too much!" Lin Xiaofeng rolled his eyes, "Are you crazy? You went all the way to fight and still want to borrow my people? The emperor will kill me first when he finds out." "Besides, why do you want to borrow my people? ? Why should I send them to the battlefield?"

However, Li Dexian did not give up and kept trying to persuade Lin Xiaofeng. He said that he would never have the chance to go to the battlefield again in his life, so he wanted to conquer the natives. He also said that Lin Xiaofeng's people were strong and had been exposed to gunpowder, so they were the most suitable candidates. Lin Xiaofeng shook his head repeatedly, firmly refusing to agree. joke! These are his elite soldiers! How can it be loaned out so easily? If anything happens, he won't even have time to cry!
In the end, Li Dexian saw that Lin Xiaofeng was determined and had to give up. He sighed and sat down next to Lin Xiaofeng. Lin Xiaofeng was relieved to see that he finally gave up this dangerous idea. He stared at the map and said thoughtfully: "Actually, it's not difficult to win this battle..." Upon hearing this, Li Dexian became more energetic and quickly asked Lin Xiaofeng if he had any clever ideas. Lin Xiaofeng just smiled and said nothing. It would be better for him to stay less involved in this kind of thing. After all, he is just a small county magistrate and does not want to get involved in disputes in the court. And he had a hunch that this war would definitely end in nothing. If the imperial court was really angry, it would have sent heavy troops to attack, so why would it wait until now?

The sky was as blue as freshly dyed cloth, without any clouds at all. The sea is so wide that one cannot see the edge, and a large ship sails steadily on the sea, like a leisurely gentleman taking a walk. On the high observation deck at the bow of the ship, stood a man as strong as an ox, with muscles that looked strong.

The man took off his shirt, revealing his strong muscles. He put his hands on the awning and looked hard into the distance. He could vaguely see the shadow of the coastline, and the corners of his mouth turned up unconsciously, revealing a proud smile. He stood up straight and opened his arms, as if he wanted to embrace the sea breeze. There was excitement and heroism on his face, and his whole person exuded an indescribable arrogance.

Suddenly, a shout came from the board: "Tail Cao'er, dinner is ready!" The strong man woke up from his dream as if he had been stabbed by a needle. He moved as nimble as a monkey, climbing down the rope of the observation tower. He was so high away from the ship's deck that he jumped up and landed firmly on the deck without blinking an eye. He opened his mouth, smiled at the person who called him and said, "Miss, we are almost reaching the shore. Should I change my clothes and see the world decently?" Fu Lingzhi nodded: "Indeed, I should , after docking, you should quickly buy a new suit, don’t make others laugh. "

While they were talking, another person walked out of the cabin. When Fu Lingzhi and Gou Wei Cao'er saw each other, they quickly saluted: "Master Shen." Yang Baixi smiled and waved his hand: "It's been so many days, you're welcome. Cao'er, are those foreigners still honest? Don't let us arrive in the capital soon. Causing trouble for us." Dogtail Cao'er replied: "There's nothing wrong with him physically, but we can't understand what they say, and it's a bit difficult to communicate. One of them got sick again yesterday, with bleeding from his mouth and nose, but it doesn't seem to be a big problem. , it should be fine after a few days of rest after docking.”

"Then I'll be relieved." Yang Baixi breathed a sigh of relief, looking towards the port in the distance with an expectant look on his face. Dogtail Cao'er added: "Second Miss is very seasick and can't eat. We've run out of medicine." Fu Lingzhi stamped her feet anxiously: "She asked for it, who can be blamed? Wait until we dock." Go buy medicine."

At the same time, in Jin Yiwei's mansion, Lin Xiaofeng was looking through a pile of reports from various places with a bored look on his face. Everything was calm in the capital, and the reports were all about trivial matters, such as which petty official bullied the people again. These matters are usually left to Lu Dexing to handle, and he is at ease. But you must have a certain degree of control when fishing, so as not to cause objections to your subordinates or be impeached by your superiors. So he comes here from time to time to show off and show that he is very diligent.

What's even more outrageous is that in order to deceive others, Mr. Lin carefully crafted an "inspirational timetable" and deliberately let the people of Jinyiwei see it. It is densely written and fully arranged from morning to night, which makes people have a headache just looking at it. After reading this timetable, the Jin Yiwei under my command all said, "Oh my! Look at us big shots! We are so diligent! People who are more talented than you work harder than you! We have to work harder too. !" Just like that, a bowl of thick chicken soup was eaten, and everyone was fooled by Mr. Lin.

On this day, Lu Dexing suddenly came to him in a hurry with a letter: "Master! Master! Urgent information! A letter from Yang Baixi! It says there is something important for you to know as soon as possible!" Lin Xiaofeng opened the letter Look, a smile suddenly appeared on his face: "Haha! Good news! The Gefeng Bay side has finally built the boat and sent it over! They also brought a few foreigners over! They said they will arrive in the capital tomorrow! This is a big deal What a happy event! Hurry up and arrange for people to come to my house! Prepare food and drinks to entertain them!" Lu Dexing responded and went to make arrangements.

Early the next morning, Lin Xiaofeng took Li Dexian and a group of Jinyi guards outside the city gate to greet Yang Baixi and others. Time passed little by little, and it was almost noon. Suddenly, two ordinary-looking carriages drove over slowly. After Jin Yiwei stepped forward and asked a few questions, Yang Baixi jumped out of the carriage. Lin Xiaofeng immediately greeted him and said with a smile: "Yang Baixi, welcome home!" Yang Baixi also clasped his fists and saluted Lin Xiaofeng and Li Dexian with a happy face: "I have met His Highness the Crown Prince! I have met Mr. Lin!" The three of them exchanged greetings for a few words. , and went into the city happily together.

Yang Baixi was a little at a loss by Lin Xiaofeng's warm welcome. Just when he was trying to find something to say, he saw that his companions in the carriage had jumped out one by one. He turned around and saw two beauties standing side by side. It turned out to be Tifa and her frail sister Fu Jiayi. Their appearance was still so beautiful that it made people's hearts flutter.

However, there was a strange dark-skinned man standing next to them. Lin Xiaofeng didn't recognize him at first glance.

At this time, Dogtail Cao'er walked forward quickly and bowed to Lin Xiaofeng nervously: "Hello, Mr. Lin."

Lin Xiaofeng stared at him for a while and then tentatively said, "Are you that dog-tailed idiot?"

As soon as Dogtail Caoer raised his head, a bright smile suddenly burst out on his face. He thought that Lin Xiaofeng had forgotten him a long time ago, but he didn't expect that the other party still remembered him, which made him very excited. He replied respectfully: "Yes, Mr. Lin still remembers me. It's a small blessing."

Lin Xiaofeng showed a happy look on his face, patted Gou Tail Cao'er's shoulder heavily, and said loudly: "Good boy! Call me big brother!"

The familiar and friendly feeling suddenly came to my heart. Dogtail Cao'er breathed quickly and responded excitedly: "Brother!"

Lin Xiaofeng said with emotion: "I haven't seen you for a long time, and your boy has grown so strong! Yes, there is progress!" Then he asked curiously: "By the way, where is Qiu Ju? Are you finally done?"

Hearing this question, Gou Wei Cao'er's heart tightened and her voice lowered: "No, she later married a servant of the Fu family and is still pregnant with the child, so she couldn't come with us."

Lin Xiaofeng comforted him: "Everyone has their own choice, Cao'er, don't be too disappointed. There are many good women in the world."

Dogtail Cao'er said excitedly: "She must know my feelings for her, so she deliberately married someone else! No, I have to continue to exercise. When her husband dies early, I will have a chance!"

As soon as these words came out, everyone around him fell silent. Lin Xiaofeng coughed twice in embarrassment and encouraged him: "Okay, have some backbone! But don't be too persistent."

Dogtail Cao'er hurriedly defended: "Brother, I really like it, I'm not stupid!"

Lin Xiaofeng was at a loss for words, so she had to quickly change the subject and introduce Prince Li Dexian to Dogtail Cao'er. Dogtail Cao'er saluted to Li Dexian in fear, and then stood aside solemnly.

Li Dexian was surprised to find that the people around Lin Xiaofeng seemed quite interesting.

At this time, Fu Lingzhi and Fu Jiayi also came over and saluted Lin Xiaofeng gracefully. Lin Xiaofeng smiled and greeted them. Fu Lingzhi handed over the shipbuilding account book and explained that Fu Jiayi wanted to take this opportunity to come to the capital to see the world.

Lin Xiaofeng noticed that Fu Jiayi's face was a little pale and asked her with concern if she felt uncomfortable. After learning about her painful experience of seasickness, Lin Xiaofeng couldn't help but feel a little guilty.

Li Dexian looked at the group of people suspiciously, and Lin Xiaofeng hurriedly asked about the foreigner's whereabouts, trying to divert his attention.

The dog-tailed grass immediately pulled the four foreigners over. I saw that their hands and feet were tied and their eyes were blindfolded. After taking off the blindfold, the foreigners screamed in panic.

Lin Xiaofeng looked at these foreigners and found that although they had tall noses and deep eyes, they were not tall and looked a little thin.

He tried to ask their names, but the foreigners looked blank and seemed not to understand what he was talking about. Lin Xiaofeng tried to communicate with them in English, but still couldn't communicate. Li Dexian quietly questioned Lin Xiaofeng's English level from the side, which made Lin Xiaofeng feel a little embarrassed. He had no choice but to order the foreigners to be temporarily imprisoned in prison until they could be interrogated later.

Afterwards, everyone got in the car and went into the city, preparing to welcome Yang Baixi and others. Li Dexian did not forget to warn Lin Xiaofeng to stick to his duties and not to cause any romantic affairs.

As soon as the news of the hot air balloon spread, Li Dexian left in a hurry. For Lin Xiaofeng, there was no need to hide this matter from him. Instead, he could let him leave, so that there would be no more prying eyes around him to sow discord between the couple every day. Looking at Li Dexian's retreating figure, Lin Xiaofeng and the others set off for Fangzhai.

Along the way, Dogtail Cao'er and the others saw two-wheeled bicycles passing by from time to time, with surprised expressions on their faces. Lin Xiaofeng took the trouble to explain everything, and everyone was amazed. After walking for about half an hour, we finally arrived at Fangzhai. At this time, the banquet was ready, and Lin Taohua directed the serving of food. She didn't say much when she saw two strange women. After everything was packed, she quietly closed the door and left.

In the room, Yang Baixi and others were able to relax. The bumpy sea route is difficult for untrained people to adapt to. After a brief exchange of greetings, everyone immersed themselves in enjoying the delicious food. This meal was so rich. They had long been tired of eating the pickles and dried meat on the ship. Delicious food naturally makes people want to eat, but Fu Jiayi is an exception.

Lin Xiaofeng noticed that she hadn't moved her chopsticks, so he picked up a large piece of crispy elbow meat and put it in her bowl with the skin on. The skin of the elbow was still covered with rich gravy, which looked very delicious. Fu Jiayi swallowed and smiled sweetly at Lin Xiaofeng, "Thank you, Mr. Lin." Then she picked up a small piece of lean meat and chewed it slowly.

Lin Xiaofeng couldn't help but frown when he saw her like this, worried that it would leave a psychological shadow on her. He looked her over and over and noticed that her figure didn't seem to have changed much. So he coughed lightly and said, "You should eat more meat to keep fit." Fu Jiayi nodded and took another small mouthful of lean meat, but the skin of his elbow did not move at all.

Lin Xiaofeng then talked to her endlessly about the ketogenic diet, eating fat to lose weight, and keeping insulin stable. Everyone at the table was confused after hearing this, but Fu Jiayi felt relieved and began to try to eat the skin of the elbow. Seeing her gradually letting go, Lin Xiaofeng said no more. He turned to Fu Lingzhi and asked about the progress of shipbuilding.

Fu Lingzhi put down her chopsticks and said: "The Fu family has recruited workers extensively and has received full support from the government. So far, two main ships have been built. Funds are also abundant. We have purchased materials from all over Songfeng Bay, and the stored wood is enough to build three more ships. We will go all out regardless of the cost and it is expected to be completed in four to five months." Lin Xiaofeng nodded in approval and expressed satisfaction.

He was encouraged by the promising progress. If we can have five huge ships and some simple ships, we can form two fleets. Nowadays, the navigation industry is underdeveloped, but it cannot be too demanding and must focus on exploration. The imperial navy is still training. There are two ships for them to practice, and a running-in period of four to five months is enough. There are also those two foreigners who should know some foreign languages. You can keep them first and then send them on their way.

"The Fu family has made great contributions this time. I will report your contribution to His Majesty." Fu Lingzhi smiled and said: "We dare not take such a big credit. Without Mr. Lin's support, the Fu family would not be where it is today. If it were not The adults need someone to familiarize themselves with the new ship, and dogtail grass is the most suitable.”

"He participated in the entire process from the construction of the giant ship to the trial. His understanding of the ship is unparalleled in Songfeng Bay." Lin Xiaofeng looked at Dogtail Cao'er. Dogtail Cao'er raised his chest and raised his head and said: "Brother, I have never relaxed since you left. No one knows how to drive this ship better than me now. If you plan to go to sea, I will definitely accompany you!"

Lin Xiaofeng smiled and patted his shoulder, "It seems you have made great progress." "The imperial court has plans to go to sea, but you should think about it again. In the vast sea, you may not be able to come back in a few years, and if you are unlucky, you may die. "Fish belly." "It is the duty of the imperial court to send people to sea, but you are different."

Dogtail Caoer's shoulders slumped, "Brother, I have no problem. I learned my skills just to help you. Now that Qiu Ju is married, I have to work harder to get her back." "Okay, if you are willing, I I will help you arrange it. But it is not a trivial matter. You should think about it carefully." Lin Xiaofeng looked at him seriously and joked that he could help him find another marriage.

Dogtail Cao'er forced a smile and said, "No, brother, I just like Qiu Ju." This sage's deep affection made everyone at the table feel embarrassed. Lin Xiaofeng quickly changed the subject and looked at Fu Lingzhi, "Haha, Qiu Ju is already married, are you all married?" As soon as these words came out, the scene was instantly cold. Yang Baixi's face turned pale and he stared at Lin Xiaofeng as if he was a ghost. Fu Jiayi's face turned red and she buried her head in her rice bowl. Fu Lingzhi also lowered his head and muttered: "No, not yet. Thank you for your concern, sir."

The atmosphere suddenly became awkward, and Yang Baixi blinked hard at Lin Xiaofeng. Lin Xiaofeng was shocked, "Did I say something wrong? We haven't seen each other for such a long time. Even if there is a little ambiguity between them, the past should be over." So he stood up and said, "You go ahead, I'll go out for a while." ." After that, he left in a hurry. Yang Baixi also followed out. The two found a secluded place, and Lin Xiaofeng asked hurriedly: "Why did you wink at me just now? What happened?"

Yang Baixi looked at him with a strange expression, "Mr. Lin... The eldest and second young ladies of the Fu family are not yours..." "What? Who did you listen to!" Lin Xiaofeng asked in surprise. "It was the eldest young master of the Fu family who said that both of his sisters have married you, and now the whole city knows about it. The eldest young master Fu walks around all day and doesn't even pay when he goes to a brothel." Yang Baixi explained.

"I'll go! This big idiot!" Lin Xiaofeng was jumping like a thunderbolt, and he actually did this! This father-in-law ruined the reputation of two younger sisters with his own hands, and finally let him take the blame? Although this pot feels beautiful to carry, he has promised his wife not to mess around with women anymore. Now, the flowers and plants are directly sticking to his face! No wonder the Fu sisters looked at me so strangely!
Yang Baixi stared at him dumbfounded. He thought Lin Xiaofeng had something to do with them in private. "Uh... Sir, I don't think they can get married, otherwise you secretly..." "Shut up!" Lin Xiaofeng had a headache. The family had just settled down, why did this happen again? He felt really helpless and annoyed. "Why didn't you tell me about this in your previous letters? I'm the one who married the princess!" "Sir, I thought you secretly raised her outside..." "Stop talking and go back to eat." Lin Xiaofeng interrupted. Yang Baixi turned around and walked back.

The days passed by, and although there were some hiccups, Lin Xiaofeng quickly adjusted his mentality and decided to adopt delaying tactics. In order to ensure the settlement of the Fu sisters, he hurried to the prison early the next morning. There were four foreigners there waiting for him to interrogate in person.

Lu Sinan has been waiting in prison for a long time. He and the four foreigners looked at each other for a long time, but they remained silent and just observed each other secretly. When Lin Xiaofeng stepped into the prison, Lu Sinan came back to his senses and said hello, and then said: "Master, the language spoken by these four foreigners is really strange. I went to Dali Temple yesterday to inquire, but unfortunately no one can understand it."

Lin Xiaofeng nodded and expressed understanding: "It doesn't matter, we have plenty of time. You have to find a way to teach them some simple daily expressions." Before he finished speaking, a foreigner suddenly started chattering excitedly, seeming to have some interest in Lin Xiaofeng. demands. Lin Xiaofeng turned to Lu Sinan and asked: "What is he talking about?" Lu Sinan pondered for a moment, carefully observed the foreigner's eyes and expression, and speculated: "It seems that he wants to surrender. Let me think about it more carefully, and I should be more sure about him. the meaning of."

surrender? Lin Xiaofeng stared at the foreigner who was leading the group, and said tentatively in French: "bonjour!" However, the foreigner had no response, and was obviously not French. Lin Xiaofeng felt a little disappointed. He recalled that the foreign language knowledge he had learned in his previous life was of no use here.

"In this case, these four foreigners will be given full authority by you. You must properly arrange accommodation for them, ensure their safety, and never give them a chance to escape." Lin Xiaofeng solemnly asked: "After the placement is complete, Let them take a shower and change their clothes, then wipe and disinfect their bodies with alcohol. Teach them to speak as soon as possible, and ask them about their hometown and their true purpose of coming here. "After that, he turned and left. , Lu Sinan hurriedly called him.

"Sir, wait! They don't understand the language right now, and they don't have official names. Can we number them? This will make it easier for us to remember and manage." Number? Lin Xiaofeng touched his chin and thought this was a good idea. He thought for a moment, then pointed at the four foreigners and said: "Well... let's call them Da Zhuang, Xiao Shuai, Fo Bole, and Kalemi. Remember, these are just temporary names for our convenience. That's it. , I'm leaving." Lu Sinan was stunned when he heard this, and he didn't understand the meaning of the two names "Fobele and Kalemi", but since the master had already decided, he didn't dare to ask more.

When Emperor Jingjiang heard that the fleet had made a triumphant return and captured four foreigners, he couldn't help but look surprised: "The fleet was built and returned so quickly? The Fu family and the local court have really made a great contribution this time!" The navy is stepping up its training. The new ships still need a running-in period of half a year. In one year at most, our fleet can set sail and explore westward! ""But those four foreigners can't communicate with us yet. We can catch them! It was a pure accident." The emperor laughed after hearing this, walked to the window and stood with his hands behind his hands, and said with emotion: "This is a good thing! It usually takes several years for the imperial court to complete the shipbuilding, and only in wartime can such speed be achieved. Why don't you bring this foreigner over and let me see him?" Lin Xiaofeng thought: "It's fast because I have been secretly planning it for several months." But he said: "Your Majesty, it's better not to see them for the time being. . Their physical condition has not yet recovered, and it will be troublesome if they carry overseas diseases. It will not be too late for them to come to see His Majesty after they can have a simple communication with us." The emperor nodded and agreed to Lin Xiaofeng's proposal.

"I excuse myself." Just as Lin Xiaofeng was about to leave the palace, Emperor Jingjiang suddenly stopped him, picked up several memorials from the table and handed them to him: "These are the battle reports from the Shunyi area and the memorials submitted by the prince. You two can privately Have you discussed any countermeasures? "Ah? I don't know. But His Highness did mention to me that it is difficult to win with the current tactics." The emperor snorted and said dissatisfied. It's really unruly! He thinks about the war every day, and he even says that our army will lose the war. Go back and tell him to stop thinking about it! "Lin Xiaofeng promised and was curious! He asked politely: "Your Majesty, is this war really as difficult as His Highness the Crown Prince said?" The emperor nodded first, then shook his head: "Those indigenous rebellions are indeed difficult to last. The key to this war is not The goal is to kill the enemy, but to find ways to reduce our losses. "But what the prince said is not completely unreasonable. The court has indeed lost face this time." "Do you have any good suggestions about this matter?" ?”

Lin Xiaofeng rolled his eyes and thought about it. He pretended to be mysterious and said: "I have two strategies, up and down, that can make the natives retreat without fighting and surrender!" "Oh? There is a strategy that has the best of both worlds? Tell me!" The emperor suddenly became interested and couldn't wait. The ground wanted to know Lin Xiaofeng's clever plan. "The best option is to set fire to the mountain!" Lin Xiaofeng blurted out. The emperor glanced at him with disdain and said disdainfully: "Set fire to the mountain? Is this your best solution? You really disappoint me! If you really do this, what will the surrounding small countries think of us in Jingjiang! If we don't What's the prestige of practicing benevolent government? And once the mountain fire breaks out, it's hard for our own people to escape! What nonsense are you talking about!" Despite the emperor's rebuke, Lin Xiaofeng was not discouraged. . He continued: "Your Majesty, please calm down. I still have a plan to make." The emperor took a deep breath and said patiently, "Okay, tell me." "The next plan is to change your ways and return to your old ways." Lin Xiaofeng slowly said Say these words. The emperor fell into deep thought after hearing this, and seemed to be seriously considering the feasibility of this suggestion.

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Xiao Tianyan has slowly adapted to the pace of life in Yangqu County. Since being brought here by Hu Yimo, he seemed to have opened a door to a new world. The dazzling array of snack vendors in the market, the various signature flags and banners, and the dazzling advertising slogans all opened his eyes. What surprised him even more was that the people in Yangqu County were in high spirits, the bustling crowds in the streets were full of vitality, and everyone's face was filled with joy. Although this place is not far from Kyoto, the place where he lived before is like a forgotten corner of Kyoto. The neighbors there have dull eyes and an indescribable dull aura about them, which makes people feel tired just by looking at them.

However, these are all things of the past. Hu Yimo took him to a teahouse. At that moment, he seemed to be in a fairyland on earth! After a brief but extreme enjoyment, they arrived at the Thermal Weapons Research Institute and were assigned dormitories. Although it is a bit remote from the bustling areas of the county, the accommodation conditions are surprisingly good. Everyone has their own small yard, and what makes him even more delighted is that the food and accommodation here are free! This day was simply a day of joy for him.

However, the good times did not last long. Hu Yimo told him about the "project". They actually planned to create a ball that could fly and be freely controlled, called a hot air balloon! From Xiao Tianyan's point of view, this was just like an idiot's dream. Other students also sneered at this, but only the people in Yangqu County believed it. Several days have passed, but the so-called hot air balloon has made no progress. There is also a guy named Mr. Li who jumps up and down all day long gesticulating. Hu Yimo was just scratching his head and scratching his head in worry, staring at an old, torn yellow paper with blurred handwriting and pondering over it every day. He didn't want to ask Mr. Lin for advice because of his face, otherwise he would appear too incompetent.

Xiao Tianyan was also full of curiosity about the contents of the piece of paper, so he took the initiative to ask Hu Yimo. Hu Yimo told him that it was a few words left by Principal Lin in the past, but he could not remember the specific content. Only a few vague words such as "heat is rising" were vaguely visible on the torn document. After a few days, there was still nothing, and the hearts of the students selected by Beidong University gradually became heavy. They thought they were here to learn technology, but they didn't expect to get this seemingly out-of-reach flying ball here! How is this different from those alchemists who make alchemy?

At the same time, the colorful world in Yangqu County is really exciting, and once you go to the brothel, you will feel uneasy. But Hu Yimo has his own way to deal with it! He directly found a place where everyone could go to the women's restroom to pick up feces after get off work for a few days, and this desire was completely dispelled.

It wasn't until Mr. Li publicly expressed his dissatisfaction with the research and development progress that things took a turn for the better. Hu Yimo finally couldn't bear it anymore! On the one hand, he knew that the identity of the prince could not be leaked, but on the other hand, just relying on a few words and doing things behind closed doors was not the solution. So he resolutely wrote a letter and sent it to Kyoto for help. Although the person asking for help was Lin Xiaofeng, the freshmen at Beidong University still lacked confidence, and the same was true for Xiao Tianyan.

But the next day a miracle happened! Kyoto quickly sent back a reply and a strange little wind lantern! It was a strange lantern with a frame made of bamboo strips, a lamp surface made of white paper, and a base filled with rosin. When the little wind lantern was lit, it actually flew into the sky! This scene shocked everyone, followed by great excitement and shock! Lin Xiaofeng's image also unknowingly added a bit of mystery, and his figure became taller and taller.

What's more important is that Kyoto's reply also detailed the key points of making a hot air balloon, and with the small wind lantern as a reference, Hu Yimo instantly had a clear plan in mind. Now that there has been a breakthrough, the next manufacturing and debugging work has begun in full swing. Hu Yimo has rich experience and knows that it is impossible to simply enlarge the scale in equal proportions. All materials and shapes needed to be redesigned before they could be used. So he recruited many carpenters and blacksmiths to brainstorm design and manufacturing work. In just a few days the basic design and materials were all ready.

Xiao Tianyan is responsible for recording the parameters, uses and subsequent experimental results of each piece of material. Other than that, he just acts as an assistant. Although he experienced two failures in the past few days, and the hot air balloon failed to rise successfully in the end, he did not feel depressed but felt that his heart was filled beyond words. Different from the previous confusion and ignorance when he was reading and endorsing books, the process of participating in making a hot air balloon now failed, but it gave him an unprecedented sense of accomplishment and purpose. Every number and every record in his hands is a testimony of his efforts for the next progress!

On this day, the third test flight came as scheduled! Xiao Tianyan was as excited as ever as he waited for the hot air balloon to take off. "Light it up!" Following Hu Yimo's command, the hot air balloon slowly began to bulge from a dry state. After a while, the thick hemp rope binding the hot air balloon basket started to tighten! Xiao Tianyan stared at the hot air balloon feverishly and kept recording data on his hands. However, the next moment the crowd of onlookers burst out with a huge sigh. It turned out that the hot air balloon slowly descended and stopped on the ground and could no longer rise. "The third experiment failed!" Hu Yimo shook his head and sighed, "Did Xiao Xiao write down the process?"

"Remember it, teacher!" Xiao Tianyan replied.

Hu Yimo raised his hands to appease everyone and said: "Don't be disappointed. Failure is common! It's been a hard life these days. If you want to go back to Kyoto, you can go home and take a look and then come over tomorrow to continue your research. Let's go."

After the crowd slowly dispersed, Xiao Tianyan handed the notes to Hu Yimo. Seeing his listless look, Hu Yimo smiled and said: "Why are you disappointed? It's normal to fail hundreds of times. Didn't you already take off just now? This is a good sign that maybe you can succeed next time. This thing is not as difficult as imagined. At least it’s much simpler than making a musket.”

"By the way, you haven't seen muskets and cannons since you came to the Thermal Weapons Factory, right? I'll take you to see them when I have time."

Cannon is an important weapon for defending the country's borders!

Xiao Tianyan nodded and said: "Teacher, I think the power may not be strong enough. Should we add another kerosene tank? If there are two tanks, the rising power should be strong enough. In addition, for safety reasons, it is better to have a fire oil tank after going up. spare."

"Well, that's a good idea. Besides, the quality of the leather used this time is not very good. I have to go to the cobbler to find some better ones to see if there is anything more suitable. You go home and rest first. I've already taken care of the carriage for you." Once we've found it, we'll set off outside the thermal weapons station in half an hour." Xiao Tianyan responded and turned around to leave.

Xiao Tianyan has been away from home for a long time. When he came back this time, his heart was in a mess and he always felt a little uneasy. He held the money bag given by his father tightly in his hand, which he had never been willing to use. On the contrary, he earned some money in the school's work-study program, and his money bag was a little bigger than before. These were all wages paid to him by Hu Yimo in advance.

He stood at the door, took a few deep breaths, and then mustered up the courage to open the door and walk in. I saw my father, Xiao Guojing, sitting in the room eating. There was a plate of sweet potatoes and a bowl of pickles on the table, which was so simple that it made people feel sad. The Confucian uniform he was wearing was in disrepair and had patches in several places. Seeing his son's sudden return, Xiao Guojing's eyes flashed with surprise, but he quickly lowered his head and continued to pick at the sweet potatoes in the bowl.

Xiao Tianyan's throat was a little tight, and he called softly: "Dad, I'm back." Xiao Guojing pointed to the table, "Let's eat, there's still more in the pot." Xiao Tianyan nodded, sat opposite his father, and put the He pushed the money bag over and said, "Dad, I haven't used this money much. Now I can make some money by working in school."

Xiao Guojing suddenly stopped using his chopsticks and suddenly raised his head to look at his son, his eyes full of disappointment. His lips trembled, and he suddenly grabbed the money bag and threw it to the ground, "You! You actually do such a lowly job as a craftsman! You have brought shame on my Xiao family!" Xiao Tianyan was shocked by his father's sudden anger. Startled, he hurriedly explained: "Dad, that's not the case. What I do in school is a big thing, a big thing that benefits the country and the people. But I can't tell you too much yet." But Xiao Guojing just With a sad smile, he turned around and went back to the house, leaving Xiao Tianyan sitting blankly on the chair alone, feeling like a big stone was weighing on his heart, and he couldn't breathe.

The next morning, Xiao Tianyan packed his luggage early and prepared to go to the thermal weapons institute in Yangqu County. Hu Yimo could tell at a glance that something was wrong with his expression, and after asking about the situation at home, he got a rough guess. He comforted Xiao Tianyan and said, "Don't be too sad. Your father just couldn't figure it out for a while. When our research results come out, he will be proud of you." Xiao Tianyan nodded, feeling a little better.

Hu Yimo patted his shoulder again, "Cheer up, the Jin Yiwei people are coming soon, we can't embarrass them." Xiao Tianyan was stunned, "Jin Yiwei? What are they here for?" Hu Yimo sighed, "They say they are here to supervise. Let’s prevent us from abusing funds.” “There is an order from above that all major projects in the future will be funded by the Royal Academy. Every penny we use is from the people, and it must not be wasted.” “Oh, you didn’t catch up with the good times. It's hard to raise funds now, and you might get sued if you're not careful. "In the past, Yangqu County raised money to do things on its own, but it's no longer possible. You should be careful." Ah, that Mr. Li has an unusual identity, you have to be obedient when he comes." Xiao Tianyan felt even more mixed after hearing these words.

After two days, the new hot air balloon was finally completed! Everyone at the Thermal Weapons Institute gathered together, waiting for the time to test the results. Li Dexian also arrived as scheduled. He has a distinguished status, but has high hopes for this hot air balloon test. After several discussions and four major changes, everyone was full of confidence in the hot air balloon.

Under Hu Yimo's order, the staff lit the kerosene. The hot air balloon began to slowly expand and slowly rose into the sky as everyone watched. "Flying! Flying!" The crowd erupted in exclamations. The hot air balloon had risen to the height of one person, but because the rope was tight, it could not continue to rise. At this time, Hu Yimo decisively ordered: "Let go of the rope!" Someone immediately untied the rope, and the hot air balloon took the opportunity to continue rising. Whenever it reaches a certain height, the staff will tie the rope again to prevent it from flying away. Repeated operations like this allow people to see its flight status more clearly. In the end, the hot air balloon successfully rose to an altitude of more than ten meters! "Successful! Successful!" Everyone cheered crazily! They witnessed history!

Li Dexian was extremely shocked at this moment, "Oh my God! This hot air balloon can really fly!" An idea flashed in his mind, and he suddenly thought of a wonderful use - use this hot air balloon to attack the walled city! Wouldn't it be possible to easily burn down the enemy's fortifications? ! The more he thought about it, the more reliable the idea became. He licked his lips excitedly, his greed evident in his words.

Soon after the fuel burned out, the hot air balloon began to slowly descend, and finally landed smoothly on the ground. Hu Yimo walked forward with a blushing face, "Great! It was successful after four times! We are so lucky! Have these been recorded?" "All of them have been recorded." Tian Yan was also shaking with excitement. However, he soon thought of a new question, "Although we have been able to make the hot air balloon fly, how can we control its flight direction? We can't let it fly around like this, right?"

Hu Yimo muttered, "This problem really needs to be solved. I'm afraid someone has to go up and try it in person." As soon as he said this, Tian Yan couldn't help but want to try. He stared at Hu Yimo with fiery eyes and said, "Teacher, please fill up the kerosene again! I want to try again!" Hu Yimo asked doubtfully, "What do you want to do?" "I want to go up and see if I can control it. Flight direction." Tian Yan said firmly. But Hu Yimo rejected his request, "No! It's not stable yet, it's too dangerous! You can't go!" However, Tianyan didn't give up, "Teacher, please! Just let me try! This is a rare opportunity What an opportunity! Let’s strike while the iron is hot and speed up the progress!”

At this time, Li Dexian strode over and said excitedly: "That's right! Strike while the iron is hot! Let's go up and find out!" He patted Tian Yan on the shoulder hard, "Your name is Xiao Tianyan, right? You have the guts! I Come up with you!" Hu Yimo was sweating on his forehead and looking at Li Dexian in horror. If this prince has any shortcomings, he can't afford it! But Li Dexian insisted on trying, and in the end Hu Yimo had no choice but to bite the bullet and agree. They all know that although the scenery in the sky is alluring, what is more important is whether the hot air balloon can be controlled. This is a major event related to the direction of the future war.

Xiao Tianyan quickly came to his senses when he heard Li Dexian's cry. When he saw Hu Yimo's extremely nervous expression, his heart suddenly crossed and he ran towards the hot air balloon that was ready. Turning over, he jumped lightly into the hanging basket. Seeing this, Li Dexian grinned in appreciation, showing his dazzling white teeth, and laughed: "Haha, what a strong man! He has the same demeanor as I did back then!" After that, he came forward curiously and asked, "Hey, How did you get this kerosene?”

Xiao Tianyan smiled awkwardly, picked up the fire oil can on the side, and skillfully added it to the igniter. Immediately afterwards, he took out the fire stick from his arms, blew gently, and ignited the fire oil. As the flames jumped, the hot air balloon began to slowly expand, as if it was alive.

At this moment, the two of them suddenly felt a tremor under their feet. Their hearts tightened, and it turned out that the hot air balloon had slowly lifted off the ground. Hu Yimo stood there, staring at this scene in stunned silence, his face instantly turning pale as a sheet. He waved his arms hurriedly and shouted loudly: "Quick! Everyone, watch the ropes and don't let the hot air balloon fly away!" People heard the sound and rushed to the cables, tying knots hurriedly, for fear of this novelty. The thing literally flew away.

Li Dexian climbed onto the edge of the hanging basket, lowered his head and looked down at the receding ground, his face glowing with excitement. He only felt flustered, but also felt unprecedented excitement. Xiao Tianyan was equally excited. He kept licking his lips and looking around, as if he wanted to take in everything.

"Can you be promoted faster?" Li Dexian suddenly turned to look at Xiao Tianyan, with expectation and admiration in his eyes. Xiao Tianyan turned to meet his gaze, smiled slightly, and stretched out his hand to turn the valve on the kerosene tank. As the firepower increases, the speed of the hot air balloon's ascent also increases. Hu Yimo watched this scene from below with his heart in his throat.

The hot air balloon rises higher and higher, and the mountains, lakes, towns and other scenery gradually become smaller. Li Dexian sat blankly, following his gaze, and saw that the whole world seemed to be shrunk, and he could see it all. There was an indescribable emotion and joy in his heart. However, Xiao Tianyan's expression suddenly changed next to him, and he swallowed nervously.

(End of this chapter)