The Three Kingdoms Voyage

Chapter 316

After an awkward silence, just as Sun Shao was about to roll up the map and leave, Lu Xun shook his head lightly: "Wouldn't it be for the sake of a few pounds of coffee, right? Where can it be better than my big man? In terms of fertile land, where else can it be more fertile than the land in Funan? Now that the king is rich in the world, why do you want to use force to seize that barren land?"

"Barren land?" Sun Shao breathed a sigh of relief. It seemed that no matter how stubborn Lu Xun was, he was not stubborn enough to go back to Wu to write. He shook his head and said, "That's not a barren land. If we compare the earth to For a person, that is the belly with the thickest oil and water, and occupying this place is occupying the lifeblood of the earth."

"Is it so important?" Lu Xun glanced at Sun Shao out of the corner of his eye, not hiding the suspicion in his eyes. He obviously felt that Sun Shao was making excuses for himself to send troops. In his opinion, sending troops for this place is not worth it at all.If it is understandable to say that reducing the pressure on Guishuang is to free up Guishuang to increase the pressure on Sassan, then Sun Shao's current behavior is a bit crazy.

Sun Shao didn't continue to explain. Of course, his goal was not this Axum country. Although it is said that there are gold and diamonds there, those can be obtained in other ways, and there is no rush.What he wants is the Arabian Peninsula, which contains the most oil in the world. If it is not easy to understand the reason why the oil age is still far away, then the other reason is very straightforward: the geography here Location.

The Arabian Peninsula is the springboard connecting the Eurasian continent and the African continent. Whether the Persians invaded Egypt or the Egyptians attacked Asia Minor, they all passed through the Arabian Peninsula. Until the 21st century, it was still the focus of world conflicts.Whether he wants to mediate between Rome and Sassanid under the slogan of world peace, or he wants to add fuel to the flames and muddy the water, making both Sassanian and Rome lose, and then he will profit from it and turn the warship To drive to the Mediterranean Sea and spread his footprints to a wider land, he needs to occupy this peninsula that has not been valued by anyone yet.

What's more, here is also the origin of the best Arabian horses in the world. With the Arabian Peninsula, the big man no longer has to worry about not having excellent war horses, and no longer has to worry about the harassment of nomads. Only by fighting for the front can there be a foundation, otherwise his footsteps can only be confined to the ocean.

"If you want to mediate between Rome and Sasan, you can use other methods. If the king intervenes now, the place will be even more chaotic." Lu Xun shook his head, still disapproving of Sun Shao's strategy: "The weather, the location, and the harmony of people, The weather and time are shared by all three, whether it is the Romans or the Sassanians, they are all close to their own country and have a favorable location, but we are far away from the homeland. In case something happens, the reinforcements are extremely unchanged. Something, can you withdraw in time?" He raised his head to look at Sun Shao, and smiled wryly: "The reason why the three kingdoms of Wei, Shu and Wu are so quiet is because there is Yue Guo to check and balance. rise."

"I know." Sun Shao said: "So I not only need to draw some more people from Wu, but also the main force of Wei, so that they can't fight even if they want to."

Lu Xun was speechless. Suddenly, he realized that he had said nothing. Sun Shao seemed to have made up his mind a long time ago. At least in terms of the overall concept, he already had a preliminary idea. What he wanted to discuss with him was only the specific implementation method. .

"Insufficient troops, going there won't help. If there are too many troops, the burden of supplies will be very difficult." Lu Xun stroked his beard and shook his head: "The plan is a good plan, but it is difficult to implement at present. Please think twice."

Sun Shao smiled in satisfaction. The fact that Lu Xun could say that meant that he had already made a concession. He just said that he did not have the conditions yet.And he really has no such plan now, he has to wait for the right time, he has to wait for both Rome and Sassan to invite him to go, otherwise, once he arrives there, he will go to war with the two big powers first, no matter how strong the country is, he will Can only be dragged to death alive.

"This is just an idea, and I haven't talked to anyone yet." Sun Shao rolled up the map, put it on the table, and patted it lightly: "But this is a big deal, and I have to plan ahead. Some preparations. When it will be implemented depends on the attitudes of Rome and Sasanian. If they disagree, maybe I will have to light another fire. It may be five years, it may be ten years, or it may be 50 years , I can’t even see it in my life, I have to wait for Ah Feng and Ah Kang’s generation.”

Lu Xun heaved a sigh of relief, and finally smiled: "Your Majesty can think so, and the minister is relieved. Conquering such a large piece of land and competing with two such large countries is indeed not something that can be taken lightly. The big man is gradually recovering. , The country of Yue has developed very rapidly in recent years, or it would be better to wait a few years."

"Hahaha..." Sun Shao heard the change that Lu Xun claimed, and was in a very happy mood. He flicked his sleeves and stood up: "The Queen Mother issued invitations to invite the college's sacrificial wine and craftsmen to have a banquet in Changle Palace. Feng seems to be publishing some new discoveries at that time, I'm going to join in the show, I wonder if the general is interested?"

Lu Xun thought for a while, put away the map on the case, and said: "There are so many new things in the gathering in Jiuwente Mucheng. I will also go to open my eyes and see what these people are discussing."

Sun Shao nodded happily, and motioned to the two officials in the corridor to hand over the materials brought to Lu Xun for safekeeping, and finally said to him: "You have to pay attention to your eyes, there are still many documents to be read in the future, and you are only in your early forties. You’re old, what are you going to do in the future? Let the medical craftsman of the Imperial Hospital write a prescription for you, and send someone who is skilled in massage to treat you.”

"Thank you, Your Majesty." Lu Xun bowed and bowed again.

……

The Yuewang Palace in Temu City and the side hall of Changle Palace.

Dazzling beauties of all ethnic groups are dressed in beautiful palace gowns, holding exquisite tables, shuttling between the tables like flowers and butterflies, and placing plates of exquisite snacks and tableware on the lacquer tables , Qiaoyue commanded dozens of maids in an orderly manner, roaring from time to time in a language they could understand, appearing fierce and very courageous.

In the apse, Daqiao sat on the main seat with a smile on his face, Xiaoqiao sat next to her, Guan Feng sat on the other side, surrounded by Xiahou Hui, Yesudaluo and others, Sun Cheng and a few others The fart boy is surrounded by the bridge, screaming non-stop, either he pushed you, or you touched him, only Yasutra was sitting by the side holding his mixed-race son, a little depressed, Her son Sunny was born with beautiful blue eyes, but Daqiao didn't like it. He was already three years old, and Daqiao had never hugged him once. Yasudra always felt that Daqiao looked down on foreigners like them, but he didn't dare to speak out.

On the opposite side of the bridge was a blackboard, Sun Feng was holding a piece of chalk and talking, Yang Hu and Du Yu were holding a big bag in their hands, standing aside with small faces, ready to go forward to demonstrate at any time.The three of them invented something that is said to be very effective. Daqiao called a party for him, and he was about to give a speech on stage. Daqiao was afraid that he would be stage fright, so he asked him to demonstrate it in the apse.

Sun Fengzheng talked about principles, but unfortunately, except for Zhou Yu, these women don't know anything about these things. What Daqiao is interested in is the grandson he brought up. Now he is a big man, and he will soon talk like a scholar in front of everyone. , even if Sun Feng said shit, she would be happy.This is true for Daqiao as the eldest mother, and even more so for Guan Feng as the mother. Of course, Zhou Yu as the first teacher also feels honored.Xiaoqiao looked at Sun Feng, who had a bit of Sun Shao's youthful demeanor, and smiled on his face, but felt a little regretful in his heart. Sun Shao married several wives, and soon had children, and Guan Feng was pregnant for the third time. However, my daughter has been there for so many years, but there is no sign at all, and I can only help others educate their children every day.

"Queen Mother, the King is here." Yang Huiyu trotted in, holding up her skirt.

"The king is here. Well, let's go out." Daqiao stood up happily, and Yang Huiyu and Zhang Yu came up to support her, but she waved her arms and said, "No need to help, I am still young." It's on."

Everyone couldn't help laughing, Qiaoyue walked in quickly, and said with a smile: "Why, I said that the Queen Mother doesn't need help, you just don't believe it."

"What Aunt Yue said was right, I was wrong." Yang Huiyu replied cautiously.

"Who is Yue'er bullying again?" Sun Shao walked in from the outside, glanced at the colorful cheerleaders, patted Sun Feng on the head and said, "Boy, I have found so many heavyweight cheerleaders. Come on, you will be in trouble."

"You don't have to worry about it." Daqiao pushed Sun Shao's hand away without saying a word: "Anyway, it didn't cost you a penny, even if it was a mess, I would be willing. Ah Lu, let's go, don't worry, aunt believes you invented it That... that... that or something, it will definitely be very popular."

Sun Shao rolled his eyes, shrugged his shoulders, Guan Feng came up and tugged at his sleeves, and said with a smile: "Today is Feng'er's first time speaking in front of so many people, you can't hit him, if he messes up, It won't be good in the future."

"He'll mess it up?" Sun Shao's mouth twisted: "This Zhuzi fights in groups on the street, and dares to defend himself to Ting Wei. Do you think he will be stage fright?"

"That's why he was right." Guan Feng said differently.

"Hmph! I think if it wasn't for Ayu's good discipline, this kid would be spoiled by you and Aunt sooner or later."

"Yo, so the king still remembers Ayu." Xiaoqiao happened to pass by, and when he heard Sun Shao's words, he couldn't help interjecting.

"Auntie, what are you talking about? When did I not remember Ayu?" Sun Shao shrank his neck, turned his head and ran away. He was afraid of seeing Xiaoqiao now. Xiaoqiao's clear eyes made him feel like he was not good enough. But he clearly feels that he is very good at it, and has had children consecutively in the past few years.

"Hey, what are you doing running so fast, I still have something to say."

"Auntie, stop chasing him." Guan Feng grabbed Xiaoqiao's sleeve and tried to persuade him with a smile.

"Queen, don't be in a hurry. A son and a daughter are pregnant again, but Ayu hasn't seen her yet. The queen is in charge of the harem. Shouldn't she help Ayu find a way?" Xiaoqiao pulled Guan Feng's hand. hand, smiled flatteringly.

Guan Feng's face flushed immediately.

The side hall is full of money, and the celebrities invited by the bridge are sitting in their seats reservedly. Today is the first time the crown prince gives an academic speech. The queen mother presides over it. Being invited to this occasion means that you have a certain status in the academic field, and you can't be ashamed of yourself.The clever ones have already begun to organize their language, and they are going to issue an appraisal at that time. What they are most worried about is the great king Sun Shaozai. They are knowledgeable and skilled, and have unique insights into various technologies. If the prince invents a simple thing at that time, but they exaggerate it, it may be counterproductive.

As soon as Sun Shao entered the front hall, Cui Qian rushed out from the side, stopped Sun Shao, clasped his hands and laughed along with him.Sun Shao looked at it and was puzzled: "How did you get here?"

"The Queen Mother invited me." Cui Qian said with some aggrievedness, and took out the invitation card from his arms, "Please look, Your Majesty, this is not a fake."

Sun Shao took a look, then looked at the dark crowd, smiled wryly, and said with a straight face: "Just say something, don't laugh like that, it looks fake."

"Here!" Cui Qian subconsciously stood up straight, and then slumped down again: "My lord, the crown prince is just like you before, wise and powerful, and he is about to be seventeen, so it's time to join the army right away? Look at our army. There is still one other Sima in the middle, isn't it..."

"I know you have nothing good to do." Sun Shao raised his hand to interrupt Cui Qian, and said without any explanation: "Don't even think about it, he won't go to your army to be another Sima."

"Where does the crown prince want to go? Other Sima can't do it, but the lieutenant general can." Cui Qian drooped his eyebrows in disappointment.

"I don't know." Sun Shao patted his forehead with a headache: "This kid doesn't like to tell me anything now, he is very rebellious."

"You said it earlier, won't this delay the matter." Cui Qian suddenly realized, and before Sun Shao could react, he ran to the front of the bridge in a hurry, Chen Hai with white teeth and Yue Haizheng with a serious face Talking around the bridge, looking at Cui Qian who hurried over, they huddled together in a tacit understanding, blocking Cui Qian from the outside.

"The prince is very popular." Lu Xun stood behind Sun Shao at some point.

"Who knows whether he is really good or because he is the prince?" Sun Shao said disapprovingly: "They are all busy for nothing, I will not let him go to any fleet, he can go there, but he can't go as the prince. "

Lu Xun smiled lightly: "Your Majesty can be cruel?"

"Be ruthless when it's time to be ruthless." Sun Shao waved his hand: "Okay, we'll start right away, let's take our seats."

Lu Xun nodded and took his seat with Sun Shao.His current status is still the general of the Wu Kingdom, so he was arranged next to Sun Shao. When the bronze bell rang, the hall suddenly fell silent. road:
"The crown prince has completed his three-year study at Funan College. Thanks to the guidance of all the masters, he has gained a lot in both civil and military affairs. Today, the queen mother invited you all to a banquet at the Changle Palace. Firstly, to thank you on behalf of the prince, and secondly, to congratulate you. I have lived in peace and prosperity, and I would like to invite you all to evaluate one of the prince's achievements..."

Yang Huiyu is not particularly pretty, but the temperament of coming from a famous family is very rare in the country of Yue, which is heavy on business and military.She talked about it above, and there were people talking softly below. People who often travel to and from Yute Mucheng know that this is the daughter of Taishan Yang's family, but those who have stayed in Funan College for many years to study are not clear. The descendant of Xuanyu Taishou and Cai Yong's granddaughter, all of them showed a look of sudden realization.

After Yang Huiyu finished his introduction, Sun Feng walked to the front of the stage generously, bowed down and saluted the teachers from Funan College first, then turned around and saluted to the place where Sun Shao and other nobles were, to show respect for the teachers Said, Lu Ji, the grand priest of Funan College, couldn't help but glanced at the prime minister Yu Fan who was sitting in the noble seat. The meaning was obvious, don't look at you as the prime minister, I am more valuable than you here.Yu Fan snorted, turned his face away and ignored him, but said in his heart, after two years I will be begging for bones, and then I will go to Funan College to compete in learning, and it is still uncertain who owns the great sacrificial wine.

After the ceremony, Sun Feng began to explain his invention. The thing he invented was actually a distiller, which was similar in principle to the barrel that Sun Shao used to distill wine, except that he was using it to distill seawater and extract fresh water from it for use at sea. , his uniqueness lies in the use of concave mirrors composed of several pieces of silver-plated glass to concentrate sunlight to heat the speed of distillation, and to design some pipes that use seawater to cool, and these pipes, while functioning to condense steam, simultaneously The temperature is raised before it enters the still.Generally speaking, the principle is not complicated, but the design is quite delicate. More importantly, he has done detailed experiments and obtained relatively accurate data, such as the size of the distiller and concave mirror. , under what circumstances, how much fresh water can be distilled in a day, and how many people can sustain life.

After explaining the theory and experiment process, Yang Hu and Du Yu, who had been standing by the side, stepped forward. One showed the concave mirror in their hands, and the other showed a model distiller with cooling pipes. Feng’s theory was vividly demonstrated in front of everyone. Under the sun, the glass bottle whose bottom was painted black soon turned up bubbles, and water began to drip from the condenser tube.Du Yu took some water in a cup, and then sent it to the three generals who were in charge of the practical appraisal. Cui Qian and others tasted it and said that it was acceptable.

"Don't worry, give me a taste." Sun Shao beckoned, Du Yu was stunned for a moment, and looked back at Sun Feng worriedly.Sun Feng bit his lip and thought about it, then nodded vigorously.Sun Shao took the cup and licked the water in the cup. Although the water has a smell, in general, there is no problem with drinking it.

"Well, it's much better than drinking urine." Sun Shao nodded with a straight face.

"Pfft!" Everyone who had been serious all this time couldn't help but burst out laughing, and the three of Sun Feng blushed immediately.

"What are you laughing at?" Chen Hai got up from the table and said loudly: "If you really reach the sea, if you don't have fresh water, if you have urine to drink, it will be considered God's help." He turned around, looked at Sun Shao solemnly and said: "My lord, my minister I think that although this invention still needs to be improved, it is of great significance, please ask your Majesty to study it at the Taoist Academy, and don't let it go as a joke."

Sun Shao smiled slightly, turned around and walked up to the unconvinced Sun Feng, and stuffed the cup into his hand: "Son, congratulations, with this thing, even if the water is cut off at sea in the future, you don't need to drink urine .”

Sun Feng took the cup and looked at Sun Shao at a loss. Yang Hu and Du Yu also looked at Sun Shao nervously. Sun Shao glanced at them and returned to his seat without saying a word.

Of course, these experiments and data cannot be accurate to a certain extent, but for a young man who has just graduated in this era, Sun Feng has done a good job, so when he finishes speaking, not only those who are interested in technology, but also The nobles who are not very professional can't find faults, even the pedants of the Taoist Academy nodded repeatedly, expressing that it is very rare. On behalf of the Taoist Academy, Lu Ji expressed his willingness to continue to develop and pay Sun Feng a certain amount of transfer in accordance with the regulations fee, and put his name in the records of the Taoist Academy.

"I have a request." Sun Feng blushed rarely, raised his hand and said, "This time I did not complete it alone, many people gave me help, Yang Hu and Du Yu are my indispensable assistants Well, it was Du Yu's idea to paint the bottom of the distiller black, this method has greatly helped to speed up the distillation, and I hope that the names of the three of us can be written in the grand sacrificial wine."

Lu Ji was a little surprised. He turned around and discussed with a few craftsmen, and finally nodded affirmatively.When the three teenagers met, their faces flushed with excitement. Yang Huiyu promptly presented three cups of sugarcane juice, which they held in their hands, and saluted respectfully to the teachers of the Taoism Academy.

There was thunderous applause.

Looking at the joyous Sun Feng, Daqiao couldn't help but smile with joy, but Guan Feng was crying with joy.

Although Sun Shao had a tigerish face, he looked at his son with great satisfaction. Not only did this kid dare to think and be diligent in doing things, but he was also able to win these two young talents into his best friends. It seems that the education of these years is still It worked.

……

In the middle of the night, the cool evening wind blew away the heat of the day, and Sun Shao, Sun Feng and his son walked side by side between the long palace walls.Sun Feng arched his hands and followed respectfully, while Sun Shao walked slowly in front.

"Are you going to join the army or travel?"

"According to the regulations, there are still three years before I reach the age of joining the army. I want to take advantage of the time now to travel around first." Sun Feng replied softly: "My father often said that it is better to travel thousands of miles than to read thousands of books. Although I haven't read ten thousand volumes of books, I have read a little bit of the college's collection, so I should go out for a walk."

"It's good to be at home for a thousand days, but it's hard to go out for a day. It's very hard to go out. Are you not afraid?"

"Father Wang often said that only by suffering through hardships can one become a master."

"I also said that the son of a daughter can't sit still." Sun Shao said with a smile: "Besides, if you want to go out, your aunt and grandmother will be worried."

Sun Feng paused for a moment: "Father, since I could walk, I have followed my master to practice qi and meditate. I have practiced Sanjiu in winter and Sanfu in summer. I have cultivated my body and mind and strengthened my muscles and bones. It has been ten or five years now. If I still dare not go out , then what reason does the father ask other people's sons to go out and travel?"

Sun Shao turned his head, looked at Sun Feng who was almost as tall as himself, sighed, raised his hand to touch his head, and gently patted his neck: "Son, I am proud of you, I have always All!"

(End of this chapter)