The Assassin Empire of the Three Kingdoms

Taking Shatou Town is definitely a good thing for Tianlong Empire.Since the empire's navy moved from the inland to the sea, Long Fei passed the coastal economic bill.The dedication to marine economy is the vision of a modern person.The empire has a huge navy, which is the foundation of the marine economy, and the advancement of hundreds of years beyond the same period has given the Tianlong Empire a huge advantage.

Long Fei ordered the establishment of naval bases in Liaoxi, Jieshi, Penglai and the South China Sea, and actively implemented overseas sea expansion.However, these are relatively remote places, and there is no reliable position within the East China Sea.Shatou Town is the best place.

Here, Long Fei not only built a huge dock, but also sent additional infantry to defend the entire Shatou Town, and a new trade hub slowly rose.Shatou Town is located at the estuary of the Yangtze River. It is the starting point for the imperial navy to sail, and it is also a transit point for merchant ships traveling from south to north.In the past, this place was controlled by the State of Wu. Although it was escorted by the Dragon Army, it was repeatedly blocked by the State of Wu. This time, the situation was completely reversed.

With the construction of wharves and docks, Shatou Town has undergone tremendous changes, and there is an endless stream of businessmen from all over the country, including those from the empire, from the state of Wu, and even Goguryeo and Funan.From time to time, you can see businessmen with strange appearances and strange clothes going to and from large and small warehouses in Shatou Town.Goods from all over the world were exchanged here, and the local people also got rid of their main business of relying on fishing for a living, and ended their life of buying and selling after the expiration date.

The Shu brocade from Shu was transported here, and was trafficked to Funan at a price ten times higher than the cost.BMWs in Xiliang are even more expensive.Rubber and fruits from Funan and other places are also in high demand here.Goguryeo's fur became the new favorite of the rich.Although sea transportation is slower than land transportation, it is safe and reliable.

In order to open up the various waterways as soon as possible.Long Fei ordered all the navy to dispatch and use all means, as long as the waterway is safe.Pirates became a good thing for the Imperial Navy to practice.Some pirates near the shore were successively occupied by the navy.Yizhou and Qiongzhou are Long Fei's biggest gains.

This day was the third day of October in the eighth year of the empire, and the newest giant ship Xiangyang built at the dock in Shatou Town was officially launched.Xiangyang opened a new chapter in the history of imperial shipbuilding.Under the assiduous study of Ma Jun, Huang Shuo and others, of course, it is also inseparable from the theoretical support of Long Fei.A huge pure iron ship without sails stands at the end of the dock in Shatou Town.

In order to celebrate the launch of the Xiangyang, Emperor Longfei of the Empire came to Shatou Town with a large audience.This giant ship is different from the previous giant ships. The front giant ships all use wooden hulls wrapped with iron sheets.The power of the movement mainly comes from the sails. Under the action of the strong sea wind, the huge mast is an eye test for the hull.The first giant ship, Tianlong, encountered a storm after sailing on the sea for 30 days, and the entire ship, including more than 100 crew members, died on the bottom of the sea. This was a huge challenge for the empire's nautical career.

Xiangyang uses modern shipbuilding concepts, and the hull is made of pure iron.At first everyone suspected that a pure iron boat would sink in the water, so Long Fei used an iron bucket to conduct an experiment in a water tank that opened the eyes of Ma Jun and Huang Shuo.Only then did the two dispel their worries and devote themselves to the construction of the Dao giant ship.

This giant ship is 120 meters long, 35 meters wide, has a draft of 15 meters, and a maximum displacement of 700 million catties.The huge sticker stands on the shore, and everyone's heart is in their throats. Will this iron boat sink?Even many ordinary people who came from Jianye were waiting for the result.

The biggest problem in the construction of iron ships is sealing. Without welding technology, the hull cannot be formed at one time.The assembly of each part, especially the sealing of the underwater part gave Long Fei the most headache.After seven or eight sleepless days and nights, Ma Jun, Huang Shuo and Long Fei finally came up with a clever plan.That Bull has wooden remodeling inside the hull.A wooden boat was used to line the iron boat.

Sun Liang, the emperor of Wu, and Zang Ba, the general of Xuzhou, were also invited by Long Fei to watch.How can one not let one's enemies see such a moment of displaying military power and national power.With the sound of a huge siren, everyone in Shatou Town blocked their ears.Such a loud noise has never been heard before.Because of the introduction of rubber and the invention of Longfei bearing technology, a simple steam engine was placed in the cabin of Xiangyang.

Although the technology and precision of this era cannot meet the requirements, preliminary attempts are still possible.A technological revolution requires continuous innovation, just like the production of this bearing, which took dozens of top craftsmen 30 days to complete.For a small bearing, Long Fei didn't know how much refined iron was wasted and how much coal was used.When the first qualified bearing was manufactured, there was a whole room of defective products behind it for reporters.

Following the example of foreigners, a bottle of adult wine was smashed into the hull of the Xiangyang.The front wedge of the Xiangyang was pulled out, and the huge hull slowly moved into the sea from the shipping center under the action of logs.The imperial navy cheered.The hearts of the visitors are constantly rising as the giant ship made of pure iron enters the water.

The water splashed, and the ship's head plunged into the sea fiercely.A huge wave hit, and the waves hit Cambridge, as if it was about to submerge it.The Xiangyang continued to move forward until its entire body was submerged in the sea.Everyone was stunned, and some people were thinking: How can iron build a ship?It must be silent!Others shook their heads and sighed.

"Crack! Crash..." Just when people thought the giant ship was sinking, there was a crisp sound, and the giant ship suddenly emerged from the water. After being washed by the sea water up and down, it reflected the dazzling light in the sun. of light.

"Okay...! Long live! Long live...!" The navy couldn't control the excitement, and the pride from the bones of the imperial people all burst out.

Sun Liang looked at the silly Zhang Cheng beside him: "General, can this iron boat really float?"

Zhang Cheng nodded dully.He was already surprised. Originally, he heard that Long Fei wanted to use iron to build a ship, but he dismissed it. No one has ever built a ship with anything other than wood, let alone iron.But the scene in front of him made him a little confused and completely incomprehensible.

Zang Ba was also a little dazed, but after all, he was old and well-informed, much better than Zhang Cheng.Zang Ba frowned, staring coldly at Long Fei who was standing on the viewing platform receiving congratulations from everyone.

"Brother! The Heavenly Dragon Empire is getting stronger and stronger! I don't know how they can make this iron boat float on the water!" Sun Guan who came with Zang Ba was also surprised.

Zang Ba pondered for a long time, crawled to Sun Guan's ear, and said in a low voice: "We must find a way to figure it out, this thing is invincible in water battles, and no one is afraid of it!"

Sun Kang shook his head: "Brother, it's useless. Seeing that the huge ship is so huge, the consumption of refined iron is definitely not a small amount. I'm afraid we can't do it with the strength of Xuzhou alone!"

"If you can't do it, let him destroy it!"

Sun Kang looked at Zang Ba: "How to destroy? Use a knife or an axe?"

The captain of the Xiangyang ship is Ling Tong, who is also the youngest captain in the navy, standing tall at the bow of the ship to accept Long Fei's review.Long Fei personally presented the flag for Xiangyang.With black smoke billowing from the huge chimney, the Xiangyang sailed towards the outside of the dock.After wandering around the sea, he returned to his anchorage.The whistle blew, solemnly announcing that he joined the Imperial Navy.

The banquet that night was extremely lively. In order to celebrate the successful launch of the Xiangyang, Long Fei invited all the shipbuilders to dinner at his own expense.After toasting in the dock, Long Fei hurried to the subordinate yamen, where there were still two distinguished guests.

As soon as they stepped into the door, Sun Liang and Zang Ba got up quickly.Long Fei cupped his hands to express his apology.After a few pleasantries, the wine and meat were served.Long Fei picked up the wine glass: "Thank you again for coming to join us, Long Fei is very grateful, I am the happiest today, come, let's drink this glass together." He raised his head and drank it all in one gulp.

Zhang Cheng asked while eating meat: "Everyone says that the northerners are good at riding and shooting, and the southerners are good at sailing boats. The Tianlong Empire now has both the north and the south, and the unification of the world is just around the corner!"

"Hahaha..." Long Fei laughed loudly, but he was not humble: "Thank you General Zhang for your good words. If we are together in the world, I will definitely give General Zhang a good job."

Zang Ba looked at Long Fei and then at Zhang Cheng: "What? Is this the two of you who have agreed on the affairs of the world?"

Long Fei put down his wine glass: "If General Zang is willing to join, we welcome it. Donghai County, Xuzhou is the most suitable for shipbuilding. If Matou is built there, it will definitely be the largest wharf in the world."

Zang Ba sneered: "The water in Xuzhou is shallow, and I'm afraid that a big ship that can't get under it will run aground, unlike Shatou Town, which is a natural seaport."

Zhang Cheng also sneered: "I think Pengcheng is pretty good. Surabaya is full of water, and it is connected to the sea. It is most suitable for shipbuilding without wind and waves."

"You!" Zang Ba was furious.

Long Fei laughed and said: "Today is a big day for our navy. You are all distinguished guests. I am very pleased that King Wu can come. Speaking of which, I am brothers with General Sun Jian, General Sun Ce, and General Sun Quan. Brother Nian's wife is Princess Sun, so counting, King Wu and I are also considered relatives."

Sun Liang nodded hastily. Although he is only five years old now, he already knows the severity of court struggles.Living under Zhang Cheng's lust all the year round, even the most ignorant children have to be obedient.Sun Liang picked up a glass of water: "I'll figure it out, according to what His Majesty said, I should respectfully call His Majesty Uncle, please!"

"Okay, okay..." Long Fei quickly agreed, and the two drank a cup together: "Wu Wang is smart, much better than my unworthy son, since he has put up with uncle, if you have any difficulties with my nephew, just tell uncle, as long as uncle can Do it, and I will definitely help you!"

"Thank you, Uncle!"

Sun Liang's expression was normal, and he returned to his actions.No one knew why Sun Liang suddenly recognized Long Fei as his uncle.However, Zhang Cheng felt very uncomfortable, and looked at Sun Liang in the wrong way.