Daming: Dad, you are really not good at governing the country

Chapter 449: New Firearms: Considering Expenses and Planning a Good Strategy

The atmosphere in the court was originally warm and cheerful, as the ministers were expressing their opinions on the improvement of firearms.

I saw Gu Cheng, Marquis of Zhenyuan, with his eyes wide open, revealing a heroic spirit.

He took a few steps forward with big strides, and his footsteps made a sound, as if each step carried the heroic spirit of his past on the battlefield.

Gu Cheng shouted at the top of his lungs, his voice as loud as a huge bell.

He cheered loudly, "General Chang is absolutely right!

His Majesty!

Thinking back to the time when I followed you to conquer the world, it was so difficult and arduous. How could we have such sophisticated weapons available today?
The weapons at that time were very crude, and the weapons in our hands either had a chip here or were not sharp enough there.

But the men of the Ming Dynasty, relying on the bravery and passion of people like you, were able to carve out a bloody path in that sea of ​​blood and corpses."

When Gu Cheng said this, he paused slightly, his eyes full of reminiscence.

It was as if I saw again the battlefield scenes filled with smoke and fierce fighting.

Then he changed the subject and excitement appeared on his face again.

"It's different now, firearms are getting better and better.

In addition, Your Majesty is wise and capable, and there are skilled ministers and craftsmen who have worked hard on the research.

The power of today's firearms is incomparable to what it was before.

When we go to the battlefield again in the future, the soldiers of the Ming Dynasty will be like tigers with wings.

We will surely make the enemy throw away their weapons and flee in panic!"

As he spoke, Gu Cheng excitedly turned around and looked at Wuding Hou Guo Ying beside him, his eyes full of eagerness to seek approval.

He reached out and patted the other person's shoulder, saying loudly, "Brother Guo, do you think it is or not?"

The force of this slap was so strong that Guo Ying's body shook slightly.

Guo Ying didn't care at all. He was smiling from ear to ear.

That smile revealed undisguised joy and anticipation.

Guo Ying nodded repeatedly, his head like a rattle.

He agreed, "Brother Gu is right. The improvement of firearms is really related to the lifeblood of our Ming army.

With such a powerful guy, our chances of winning in future battles will be much greater.

"Now, just thinking about how powerful this musket is on the battlefield, my heart feels like it's being scratched by a cat, it's itchy, haha!"

As he spoke, Guo Ying unconsciously clenched his fists, the knuckles turning slightly white from the force.

It was as if he was already on the battlefield, wielding weapons and charging into battle.

It seemed that Guo Ying couldn't wait to go to the battlefield to show his skills.

But while the military officers were talking animatedly, different voices gradually began to emerge from the civil officials' side.

The Minister of Rites Zhu Mengyan has always been known for his calmness and prudence in the court.

At this time, he was being treated with great care and was sitting upright with his hands placed neatly in front of him.

The official uniform on his body was smooth without a single wrinkle, and his face was as calm and reserved as ever, like a bottomless pool of still water.

But after hearing what Chang Yuchun said, his two long and thin eyebrows wrinkled slightly, and a small "Chuan" character squeezed out between his eyebrows.

It was as if a subtle ripple appeared on the calm surface of a lake.

Zhu Mengyan cleared his throat gently. Although his voice was not loud, it revealed an unquestionable seriousness.

He slowly said, "Your Majesty, although the improvement of firearms is indeed a good thing, I have to remind you.

This kind of military construction consumes a lot of manpower, material resources and financial resources.

Your Majesty, you are aware that the national treasury is already in a tight situation and all expenses must be carefully calculated.

Just like living at home, you have to live within your means in everything.

How should we properly arrange the subsequent expenses required for the improvement of this firearm?
I hope your majesty and the ministers will think carefully about this." Zhu Mengyan said, shaking his head slightly, his face full of worry.

The look on his face was like that of a cautious housekeeper, constantly worrying about the family's dwindling money and food, with helplessness and worry lurking in his eyes.

He looked at his colleagues around him, as if hoping that everyone would realize the seriousness of the matter.

As soon as Zhu Mengyan said this, many civil servants around him nodded.

They exchanged glances and talked in low voices.

For a moment, the originally cheerful atmosphere gradually became solemn.

It was as if a thin layer of haze began to gather quietly above the court, making people feel heavy in their hearts.

The Minister of Revenue Su Shu was a rigid and serious person.

At this moment, his brows were furrowed tightly, and his eyebrows were like two tangled caterpillars, almost twisted into a rope.

His lips were slightly pursed, with the corners of his mouth drooping, revealing a sense of dissatisfaction and doubt.

Su Shu slowly stood up and first adjusted his slightly loose official uniform.

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The action was deliberately solemn, as if he wanted to use this serious attitude to show the importance of what he was going to say next.

Then Su Shu walked towards the center of the hall with slightly heavy steps, step by step, and each step seemed to carry a heavy burden.

The "dong dong" sound of footsteps seemed particularly clear in the quiet court, as if knocking on everyone's heart.

After reaching the right position, he bowed respectfully to Zhu Yuanzhang.

The degree of his bowing was nearly ninety degrees, showing his utmost respect, but the words that came out of his mouth were firm and questioning.

"Your Majesty, it is just as Lord Zhu said!

In recent years, the restoration of the Yingtian city wall and the research and development of iron-clad ships alone have consumed a large amount of money from the national treasury, resulting in a very tight financial situation today.

Every day when I look at the numbers in the accounts, I feel as if a huge rock is pressing on my heart. I am so worried!

I really don't understand where the Duke of E got the military funds to support such a huge improvement work as the repeating musket and the Hongwu cannon. "

As Su Shu spoke, he raised his head slightly and looked straight at Chang Yuchun.

Those eyes were like two sharp knives, full of scrutiny and suspicion.

It was as if he wanted to find some flaws in Chang Yuchun's face.

The atmosphere in the court suddenly became subtle.

It seemed as if a hint of chill was quietly spreading from all directions, making people shiver.

Everyone held their breath and looked at Chang Yuchun, wondering how he would respond.

When Chang Yuchun heard this, his face suddenly darkened, just like the sky that was suddenly covered with dark clouds in the summer.

A hint of displeasure flashed across his originally bright eyes.

His brows were also tightly furrowed, forming a deep "川" character, revealing a bit of anger.

Chang Yuchun thought to himself: This Su Shu is such a rigid and pedantic old stubborn man, he only knows how to focus on the rules and regulations but cannot see the overall situation and painstaking efforts behind them.

He responded without hesitation: "Master Su, you are a little ignorant of the situation.

Please listen to me and I will tell you in detail!"

Chang Yuchun took a deep breath, calmed down his emotions, and then said: "Three years ago, the coastal areas of our Ming Dynasty were really disturbed by the Japanese pirates.

Those Japanese pirates came on boats like a group of vicious wolves, sneaking ashore under the cover of night, and their movements were like those of ghosts.

Wherever they went, there was chaos.

They burned, killed, looted and committed all kinds of atrocities everywhere along the coast.

The people lived in fear all day long. When they heard any noise at sea, they were so scared that they quickly packed up their things and hid.

I didn’t even bother to take the valuables from home, I just wanted to save my life, and my life was really miserable.”

(End of this chapter)