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Chapter 193 Zhang Juzheng, the first assistant of the Ming Dynasty

After being introduced by the anchor, ancient people from all dynasties discovered that bicycles are really a magical tool for travel.

Not only is it compact and convenient, it is also very fast, not much worse than a horse-drawn carriage, or even better.

And the important thing is that in addition to being able to hold some things, the back seat can also carry one person.

Especially in terms of comfort, the smoothness of a bicycle completely beats the bumpy carriage.

With all these things, everyone can’t wait to buy them.

"It can be seen that everyone can't wait, so the anchor will not waste everyone's time and start selling bicycles now."

"The anchor has prepared a small number of bicycles for everyone today, only 100,000. Each person can only buy one at most. Each bicycle is priced at fifty taels of silver."

"Bicycle, three, two, one, link up!"

Before the anchor introduced bicycles, ancient people from various dynasties were already eyeing bicycles.

Not to mention that after the anchor introduced a series of advantages of bicycles, everyone could not wait.

One hundred thousand bicycles were sold out the moment the product was put on the shelves.

Those who missed out on the bicycle were naturally dejected, while those who were lucky enough to get it were all elated.

Great Sui.

Yang Jian: Hahaha, I was lucky and managed to grab one.

Looking at the exquisite bicycle in front of him, Yang Jian had a bright smile on his face, as if he was looking at a peerless treasure and couldn't bear to look away.

The moment he saw the anchor demonstrating the bicycle, he was already deeply obsessed with it.

Now that he finally got it, he naturally wanted to try it himself.

He also wants to have fun riding a bicycle like the anchor.

The eunuchs on the side quickly stopped him. If the emperor fell, it would be a big deal and they couldn't bear it.

And the host has said that when you practice cycling for the first time, you need someone to support you from behind.

If the emperor rides alone, he will easily fall and get injured.

If you get bumped or scratched, you won't be able to enjoy their good fruits.

Although the eunuch begged his grandfather to tell his grandma, he asked the emperor not to put himself in danger.

But Yang Jian has made up his mind and is not willing to compromise easily.

He has been consecrated as a general since he was a child, and he has a lot of arrogance. How could he be so arrogant that he would be swayed by a bicycle?

Others need someone to support them when riding a bicycle for the first time, but he was the founding emperor of the Sui Dynasty and conquered the world, so he would not be overthrown by the slightest difficulty in front of him.

Even in his opinion, riding a bicycle for the first time was not difficult at all.

Think about it, when he first rode a horse, he didn't ask for anyone's help and he did it in one go.

He does not believe that riding a bicycle is more difficult than riding a horse, nor does he believe that a dead object is more difficult than a living thing.

Isn't it just a bicycle? Even if it is the first time to ride it, he can still control it. He is full of confidence in it.

Yang Jian pushed the eunuch away and followed the anchor's initial posture.

The large open space paved with stone slabs at the gate of the palace was enough for him to practice riding.

He recalled in his mind the process of the anchor riding a bicycle, especially the movements of the anchor's hands and feet when he started riding.

After thinking about it, he held the handle firmly with both hands and his eyes were firm. While staring at the pedal with one foot, he quickly stepped on the other pedal with the other foot.

When the bike started to move, the front of the bike swayed noticeably.

The frightened eunuch on the side immediately became alert and rushed to the rescue as quickly as possible if there was any accident.

But fortunately, Yang Jian had quick eyesight and quick hands, coupled with the alertness developed from years of service in the army, he immediately controlled the direction of the bicycle and quickly stabilized the situation that was about to tip over.

Just like that, Yang Jian held the handle tightly and drove slowly forward with twists and turns.

I wasn't very good at it at first and the ride wasn't very smooth, but luckily it didn't tip over.

In a short time, he had mastered the trick of riding a bicycle. He could ride very smoothly, and the speed was getting faster and faster. He was no longer as cautious as he was at the beginning.

Yang Jian: Hahaha, what did I say? A small bicycle can’t stop me. I’m right!

He couldn't help but laugh proudly as he pedaled his bike hard.

The eunuch standing aside was also very sensible, flattering and flattering in various ways.

Yang Jian rode faster and faster, and the breeze blew across his face. He had not experienced that refreshing feeling for a long time, and he felt it again today.

Seeing that he was about to hit the palace wall, he turned the handle at lightning speed and turned a corner to return.

The elegant movements and graceful turning arcs made Yang Shimin on the side look forward to them.

At this age, he loves to play and loves novel things.

Now that the bicycle is in front of him, and its performance has been tested by his father, his heart has been drawn away by the bicycle, and he also wants to take a ride on the bicycle.

Yang Jian rode back in the blink of an eye, braked, and stopped directly in front of Yang Shimin.

Yang Shimin: Father, my sons also want to ride.

Yang Jian: Shimin, it’s not that my father is unwilling, but you are still young and are not as tall as a bicycle. I will let you play with me when you grow taller.

After hearing this, Yang Shimin frowned and looked unhappy, his mouth pouting.

When Yang Jian saw this, he was slightly amused. He thought the prince was cute like this, but he couldn't refuse him cruelly.

Yang Jian: Shimin, you sit in the back and hold your father tightly, while your father takes you for a ride.

Yang Shimin immediately beamed with joy, and as if he was afraid that his father would regret it, he quickly spread his legs, jumped up, and sat firmly in the back seat.

Yang Jian: Shimin, sit down.

As soon as he finished speaking, Yang Jian was riding his bicycle around the open space.

The speed is not fast at all, mainly because I am worried that Shimin will fall.

In the brightly lit palace, Yang Jian rode Yang Shimin leisurely and slowly, and from time to time he could hear Yang Shimin's hearty laughter.

Even the old eunuch on the side couldn't help but sigh with emotion at the harmonious scene of father's kindness and son's filial piety.

Old eunuch: I have never seen His Highness smile so happily for a long time.

Ming dynasty.

Wanli: Damn, look, I've got the bicycle.

Feng Bao: Your Majesty is so awesome.

Wanli finally got the bike he had been dreaming about. Not to mention how happy he was, he almost jumped with excitement.

He had already fallen in love with the bicycle at a glance, and even if he didn't grab it, he would still find a way to get one.

But now, the bike is right in front of him, and he can't wait to ride it.

Wanli: Damn, hold on to the back seat and don’t let me fall.

Wanli sat down on the car seat and motioned for his companion to support him from behind.

He really didn't dare ride alone without someone to support him, for fear of falling off the bike.

Feng Bao: Your Majesty, this is not good. If Mr. Zhang finds out about this, Your Majesty will be reprimanded again.

When the little emperor Wanli heard this, his face hesitated instantly, and he was having a fierce battle in his heart. It is true as what the big companion said, if the chief assistant knew that he was having fun, he would definitely nag him endlessly.

It was always like this in the past, whenever he wanted to relax and play for a while.

The chief assistant would always appear in time, and then educate him at length, which made him very annoyed.

But he couldn't help but listen to the chief assistant, after all, his mother also wanted the chief assistant.

Since the day he ascended the throne at the age of ten, he has never had an easy day. Every day he is under the strict guidance of the chief minister.

Whether it is studying, studying, or living, the first assistant has strict requirements on him and does not allow him to indulge in pleasure.

He is obviously the emperor of the Ming Dynasty, but he still has to be controlled by others and lives under high pressure every day.

He was tired from studying and wanted to relax, but the chief assistant did not allow him and forced him to study.

To be honest, he respected and feared the chief assistant.

He also knew that the first assistant was doing it for his own good and taught him so severely for the sake of the Ming Dynasty.

From this point of view, he deeply respected the chief assistant.

But the fear was real, and the stern image of the chief assistant lingered in his mind.

Sometimes when he sleeps at night, he dreams about the stern face of his chief assistant, which scares him out of his sleep.

Even when discussing political affairs, he would be very uncomfortable if the chief minister was also present, and he was always worried about saying the wrong thing and provoking a reprimand from the chief minister.

He also told his mother about this, hoping that the chief minister would not be so harsh. He couldn't bear it mentally.

But the queen mother always stood on the side of the chief assistant, and would take the opportunity to teach him the principle of a strict teacher making a good disciple.

In this situation, if he insists on riding a bicycle, if the chief assistant finds out, he is afraid that he will be scolded again.

When he thought of that terrible scene, he couldn't help but feel panicked.

But he was already very tired at ordinary times, and now he finally got a bicycle to play with and relax for a while. He didn't want to miss this opportunity.

Wanli: Damn, I’m just going to play for a while. The chief assistant won’t know.

Seeing Feng Bao's hesitation, Wanli looked at Feng Bao pitifully.

Seeing this scene, Feng Bao instantly felt soft, and finally nodded, consciously holding on to the back seat of the bicycle.

Wanli suddenly became happy and extremely excited. He stared at the pedals and walked forward, with Feng Bao supporting him from behind.

Wanli rode his bicycle excitedly, but the speed was relatively slow at first.

After he got used to it, he greeted his companion and then started to speed up.

In the square outside the palace, Wan Li rode his bicycle happily and laughed, while Feng Bao panted and held on to the back seat.

Wanli was so happy for the first time. It felt so good to ride a bicycle and it could greatly relieve his depressed heart.

Zhang Juzheng: Your Majesty, what are you doing!

Wanli was having so much fun that he was frightened by a sudden shout and almost fell off his bicycle.

Fortunately, Feng Bao had good eyesight and helped Wanli in time, thus preventing Wanli from falling and getting injured.

After Wanli came to his senses, he immediately braked and stood there at a loss.

Zhang Juzheng walked straight to Wanli with an extremely serious expression.

Just now he saw His Majesty posting a barrage in the live broadcast room, saying that he wanted to buy a bicycle for fun.

He came into the palace immediately, and as soon as he arrived, he saw His Majesty having fun.

Zhang Juzheng: Your Majesty, it’s so late and you don’t go to bed. What are you doing?

Wanli felt the gloomy gaze of his chief minister, and was so frightened that he trembled and was speechless.

Zhang Juzheng: Your Majesty, as the Emperor of the Ming Dynasty, you are responsible for the country and the country of the Ming Dynasty. How can you put your mind on this? Doesn’t your Majesty understand the principle of playing with things and losing one’s ambition?

Wanli: I know I was wrong, and I won’t play anymore.

Wanli looked submissive, and Zhang Juzheng didn't know much to say.

He is currently busy with reforms. He is extremely busy every day and has many government affairs waiting for him to deal with.

If he hadn't been worried that His Majesty would become bored by playing with things, he wouldn't have had time to go into the palace and come over to teach His Majesty.

Zhang Juzheng: Eunuch Feng, please ask someone to move the bicycle to my place, so that His Majesty will not always think about it.

Feng Bao: Don’t worry, Mr. Zhang, we’ll move there tonight.

When Zhang Juzheng heard this, his face looked much better, and he was no longer as straight-faced as he was at the beginning.

Then he looked at the marquee. After the anchor sold out the goods, there was still a lottery.

He wanted to see who the lucky guy would be today.

Of course, what he wants to know most is what products will be sold tomorrow.

He hopes it can be some useful products, such as crop seeds or walkie-talkies.

Although bicycles are also very good, they are just playthings after all and will not be of much help to the country.

"The lucky ones who got the bike must have tried it themselves."

"Then the next step is the last lottery draw tonight, so please get ready."

As soon as he finished speaking, a red envelope appeared in the live broadcast room.

Ancient people from all dynasties who have been waiting for a long time are rushing to grab it, hoping to be the lucky one and get the opportunity to ask questions to the anchor.

The moment the red envelope appeared, it was snatched by Zhang Juzheng, who had quick eyes and quick hands.

Zhang Juzheng was stunned for a moment. He just gave it a try, but he didn't expect that he actually got it.

"Congratulations to Zhang Juzheng, the chief minister of the Ming Dynasty, for grabbing the red envelope. The product is a watch."

Zhang Juzheng came to his senses quickly and blurted out the questions he had prepared without thinking.

Zhang Juzheng: Anchor, I would like to ask whether the reform was successful. If the reform failed, what were the reasons?

Su Chen knew clearly and roughly understood the reform that Zhang Juzheng asked about.

Although he was not very familiar with the history of the Ming Dynasty, he had heard of Zhang Juzheng's reforms.

"No problem, the anchor will tell you the answer tomorrow."

Zhang Juzheng breathed a sigh of relief when he heard this.

In order to realize his ideal and ambition of reviving the Ming Dynasty, he did not hesitate to risk offending many civil and military ministers and forcefully implement reforms.

Now, he would know immediately what the outcome of the reform would be.

He had a vague guess that the reform would most likely end in failure.

After all, if the reform was successful, there would be no later Manchu Qing occupation of the Central Plains.

But even if the reform fails, it doesn't matter.

When the anchor tells him the reason for the failure tomorrow, he can take corresponding measures to avoid history repeating the same mistakes.

"That's it for today's live broadcast, but before the broadcast ends, the host has one more thing to say."

"Journey to the West has finished. The host will show you a science fiction movie, The Wandering Earth, tomorrow afternoon."

"The Wandering Earth is very popular in our future generations, and it also allows everyone to feel the charm of science fiction movies."

"The anchor would like to say in advance that The Wandering Earth is a science fiction movie, and all the plots and special effects in it are fake. Don't be scared tomorrow."

"Okay, that's it for tonight's live broadcast, good night everyone."

(End of this chapter)