Borrow the day to change the day

After a long while, Zhong Jinwei raised his head to look at Emperor Chongzhen, and said a little hesitantly: "Your Majesty, if we let go of the cement production technology, so that the people can produce cement. In this way, the cement output will be greatly improved." With a big increase, the cost should also be reduced a lot, so that ordinary people can afford it.”

When Wen Tiren heard this, his brows furrowed, he didn't expect Zhongxinghou to just have such an idea.It has only been a little over a year since cement was invented, and the imperial court has made a lot of money from it, but if there is no dividend from cement, the imperial court's fiscal revenue will be greatly reduced.

"Marquis Zhongxing, I'm afraid this is inappropriate, the court is still counting on the cement money!" Wen Tiren reminded.

Although the cement was produced by Hou Zhongxing, it has been dedicated to the court and has generated great benefits.So far, the supply is in short supply, and it is mainly used for the imperial court to build cement roads, and sometimes it is used as a treasure to reward the envoys of various countries or the use of princes and ministers.

If such a high-end and high-grade thing is released at once and given to private production for free, there will be many problems in all aspects.

Emperor Chongzhen didn't quite agree either, he frowned tightly and said nothing.But he knew Zhong Jinwei, since he said so, he had his reasons.Therefore, Emperor Chongzhen waited for Zhong Jinwei's explanation.

Zhong Jinwei listened to Wen Tiren's question and knew that this was common sense and he could understand it.

So, he turned to Wen Tiren and explained carefully to him: "Master Wen, I have a basis for what I say, just listen to my analysis."

Wen Tiren nodded, didn't speak, just looked at Zhong Jinwei.

"First, cement production does not actually have much technical content. Now many places have started to build cement factories for the local construction of cement roads. The scale of production has expanded. Although there are confidentiality measures, it is inevitable that it will be leaked after a long time. How to go out and produce this cement."

When Emperor Chongzhen heard this, he immediately remembered that in addition to the cement factory in the capital, there were also cement factories in Zhangjiakou, Shanhaiguan, Jinzhou, Shaanxi, Xichuan, Nanjing and other places.

More cement plants will be built in the future, not to mention Zhang Tongchang's memorial, just the previous memorial requesting cement road repairs, there are already a bunch of them, and I have not approved it.

The more artisans involved in the production of cement, the greater the potential for leaks, which is a real problem.

Thinking of this, Emperor Chongzhen looked at Zhong Jinwei helplessly, and listened to him continue.

"Secondly, there is no need to say more about the benefits of cement. Let's just talk about cement roads. If all the roads in the two capitals and thirteen provinces of Ming Dynasty are constructed with cement roads, not only will the transportation be much more convenient, but it will also have a great impact on the economy of Ming Dynasty. role, and the primary school can be launched in the whole country immediately, providing talents for tomorrow."

Universal education for all has reached a consensus before and has received considerable attention.If the literacy of all the people in Daming could be realized as soon as possible, that would be the best.

Especially Wen Tiren, he is getting old, if he can see this grand event in his lifetime, he will have one less regret.Therefore, when he heard this, his heart moved a little.

"Third, even if it is transferred to the private sector to produce cement, the imperial court can collect money..."

Before Zhong Jinwei finished speaking, he was interrupted by Emperor Chongzhen who was a little surprised, and he asked quickly: "Master Zhong, how do you collect the money?"

If it is possible to allow the private sector to produce cement and expand its production capacity, and the court can receive money and reduce the possibility of financial crisis, that is the best solution.

Zhong Jinwei looked at Emperor Chongzhen, understood his thoughts in his heart, and explained to him with a smile: "Your Majesty, there is a law in my hometown called the Patent Law. It stipulates that whoever invented something or has any new technology can apply for patent rights to the court." , once it is confirmed, no matter who produces this kind of thing or uses this new technology in the future, it will pay a certain amount of patent money to the inventor. This has two advantages.”

"Which two benefits?" Emperor Chongzhen stared at Zhong Jinwei and asked.

The appearance of new terms was taken for granted by Emperor Chongzhen and Wen Tiren, who knew Zhong Jinwei's origin.

"First, it can encourage inventors to avoid self-preservation and share good things, but they don't have to worry about teaching apprentices and starving masters."

When Zhong Jinwei was explaining, he looked at Wen Tiren and found that he was also listening attentively, so he continued: "Second, new inventions are continuously invented and spread to the whole of Ming Dynasty, which will benefit the whole of Ming Dynasty sooner rather than later. All the common people of Ming Dynasty. Just like this cement, it can be popularized as soon as possible, and there is no need to worry about production capacity and related funds."

"That's right, Master Zhong's patent law is a good way to solve the current problem!" Emperor Chongzhen slapped the imperial table excitedly after hearing this, and applauded loudly.

But Wen Tiren had a problem. He still frowned and asked, "Marquis Zhongxing, if the people know how to produce cement and they produce it privately, how can the imperial court investigate and deal with these factories that have not paid the money?"

Zhong Jinwei turned to him and replied without hesitation: "It's very simple, as long as you pay the money, they will be issued a production license. The local government only needs to check whether they have the production license to know whether the manufacturer has the production license. Qualifications."

This operation is simple, Wen Tiren nodded, and his brows stretched.

But Zhong Jinwei was not particularly happy. He turned to Emperor Chongzhen and poured cold water on him who was excited: "Your Majesty, it is still difficult to implement the patent law now."

When Emperor Chongzhen heard this, he was stunned for a moment, and his high mood immediately subsided: "Master Zhong, what's the problem?"

Just now Zhong Jinwei did not mention the patent law directly, but thought of some difficulties. He introduced to Emperor Chongzhen: "The territory of the Ming Dynasty is very wide, and there will be difficulties in the identification and protection of the patent law. Unlike Chen's hometown, you can directly at home. Apply for a patent, and other parts of the country can see whether the invention has been applied for a patent."

Both Emperor Chongzhen and Wen Tiren knew about the communications of later generations, such as Zhong Jinwei's mobile phone, they had seen it with their own eyes, not to mention things like airplanes.Therefore, the two of them did not exclaim about any doubts that could be declared at home, which saved Zhong Jinwei a lot of saliva.

"The second reason, which is also the most important reason, is how to prevent these patents from being circulated. The minister pointed out that the patents should be circulated outside the Ming Dynasty. This is the key."

In this era, there is no such thing as an international court that can be used for international disputes.It is conceivable that once the patent law is implemented, once the new technology is popular among the people, it will inevitably spread.

Whether it is a traitor who actively sells it, or a foreigner who takes the initiative to steal it, it is impossible to guard against it.