Seeing the names of the four Han Jingyuns engraved on the stone tablets with glittering gold, Queen Ma's eyes narrowed with laughter. She is a little different from Lao Zhu. In addition to government affairs, she is also very interested in market gossip. Empress Ma's ears have long been filled with the various names of Han Jingyun, including being the best in arithmetic in the world, being the pinnacle of Ming wisdom, being a goddess in the sky, etc. But even now, when she hears someone praising Han Jingyun, she can't help but smile.
Lao Zhu stepped into the gate of the academy. Perhaps it was because he had not been to the academy for a long time, but now the academy gave him a completely different feeling.
In the past, the academy was like a person who was not yet a minor. There were many businesses waiting for development, and there were buildings that needed to be built and areas that needed to be improved everywhere. Now the academy seems to have grown up and is full of vitality, and every plant and tree is filled with an aura of progress.
This kind of aura was something Lao Zhu could not see in the Imperial Academy. Although there is also the sound of reading aloud in the Imperial College, there is a kind of old-fashionedness that has not changed for thousands of years.
"This academy has changed a lot." Lao Zhu walked in front with his hands behind his back, and Queen Ma and Han Du followed him on the left and right.
"Maybe it's because everything that needs to be repaired has been repaired in the past few years. There's no longer the feeling of being rushed everywhere." Han Du agreed with a smile.
Lao Zhu looked at everything around him as he walked. The academy was built by Han Du in the style of a garden, and it perfectly complemented the Jiangnan water town of Jinling. Every step of the way made people forget to leave.
Lao Zhu still paid more attention to the students in the academy. Every time he walked outside a classroom, he would stop and listen.
In a rare harmonious voice, he whispered: "In the past, when you insisted on letting me be the academy judge, I didn't think so. But in recent years, your academy has indeed become full of talents. I can't be the academy judge anymore if I don't want to."
Han Du quickly lowered his head after hearing this, knowing that Lao Zhu was jealous of him and didn't know how to answer the question. Over the years, Lao Zhu has seen every official who has walked out of the academy. He found that officials who came from the Academy had a completely different temperament from those who came from the Imperial College.
In Lao Zhu's view, when officials from the Imperial College first think about how to solve a problem, they first think about how to use the problem to retaliate against others. This is what Lao Zhu is most dissatisfied with among civil servants. In Lao Zhu's view, since officials have taken his salary, they should share his worries and do practical things for the people, instead of putting the people and the emperor aside. Retaliate tit-for-tat with others.
Academy officials, on the other hand, attach great importance to practical matters. When encountering a problem, the first thing they think about is how to solve it. This suited Lao Zhu's appetite very much. He believed that officials should be like those people who were born in the academy, and work diligently and diligently to contribute to the country of Lao Zhu's family.
Over the years, almost all of the officials who have graduated from the academy have had their official positions greatly improved under Lao Zhu's assessment. Take Wang Yuanji for example. As the number one scholar, he first became an official in the sixth rank, but in the past few years, he is now a full fourth rank official in the capital. It takes less than five years to get promoted to five levels in a row, almost one level in less than a year. This is exactly the speed of promotion as a rocket. This is all because Lao Zhu Xicai wanted to train Wang Yuanji.
As Lao Zhu walked, he asked the doubts in his heart, stopped and said, "How on earth can you teach them to be like this? I am very curious."
Han Du was stunned for a moment, thought about Lao Zhu's question seriously, and replied calmly: "I'm afraid this has nothing to do with me."
"Oh? Then who do you think it's related to?" Lao Zhu didn't care about Han Du's refusal and asked with a smile.
Han Du nodded with a smile and said, "I'm afraid it has something to do with mathematics."
"Mathematics?" Lao Zhu couldn't help but raise his voice. He originally thought that Han Du had some special skills, but he never expected that it would be mathematics.
"Yes." Han Du nodded and explained: "Studying mathematics can exercise people's logical thinking, which means that it can make people more rational and less likely to be confused. And mathematics is actually asking questions and then finding ways to solve them. .”
"After students in the academy have experienced learning mathematics, they will subconsciously think of solutions to problems when they encounter problems. After all, they have done such things too many times during the mathematics exam, and almost all have formed Their instinctive reaction.”
Lao Zhu also studied mathematics, and compared with ordinary people, he was pretty good at it. Naturally, we know that learning mathematics relies on solving problems, and now it seems that doing problems means constantly encountering problems and then constantly thinking of ways to solve them.
Under the influence of mathematics, officials born in academies gradually formed such a habit. When they became officials, they would subconsciously bring this habit into government affairs.
"That's it!" Lao Zhu figured it out instantly.
At the same time, I couldn’t help but sigh at the powerful role of mathematics, “I didn’t expect mathematics to have such an important role. It really opened my eyes.”
Han Du was a little worried that Lao Zhu would misunderstand and regard mathematics as a tool for him to solve troubles, so he shook his head deliberately and said: "Mathematics is not as magical as the emperor thought. It is also advocated by Shu Yi Dao saints, and other rituals, music, archery, and imperial arts." , there is no difference between books.”
Lao Zhu really had the idea of promoting mathematics among officials just now, but when Han Du reminded him, he suddenly felt that this idea was boring.
The scholars left behind by Confucius were able to throw it away on their own initiative. How could it be possible for him to ask them to pick it up again? Even if it is an edict, I am afraid it will have no effect. They can learn mathematics according to their will, but their thinking has not changed. No matter how much they learn, they still do things the same as before. What's the use?
"Let's go, take me to see your...steam engine?" Lao Zhu put aside his previous thoughts for the time being and remembered the purpose of coming to the academy today.
Han Du was secretly glad that Lao Zhu still remembered the purpose of coming to the academy. If Lao Zhu continued to struggle with the issue of officials, Han Du would not know how to answer him. This matter involves hundreds of officials, or even all scholars in the world if it is serious, and cannot be changed at will.
Han Du has never thought about going toe-to-toe with scholars all over the world. Even if he wants to break up with traditional scholars, it is not now. The purpose of building his own academy is to slowly win over some scholars, so that those who are interested in natural sciences and intend to study natural sciences will come to his side.
Just like Taizu said, make friends as many as possible and make enemies as few as possible. As long as more and more people stand on their side, the so-called literati tradition will not be able to make any waves at all and will only survive on its own.
While Han Du was thankful, he also had thoughts on how to deal with traditional literati. But now is not the time to think about this. He quickly bowed and stretched out his hand to signal: "Your Majesty, please come this way."
Lao Zhu came to the room where the steam engine was placed, and happened to see Sun Xian and others preparing to test the steam engine.
"Your Majesty, Sun Xian, pays homage to the Emperor, and pays homage to the Queen." Sun Xian is also a person with the title of Jinshi, and he can call himself a minister in front of the Emperor. After all, he is receiving Lao Zhu's salary. .
When Lao Zhu saw such a big guy, he was immediately shocked. When the heart of the steel industry first appeared in the world, it gave people a feeling of power.
The exquisite structure of such a large body made of steel made Lao Zhu, who knew nothing about it, feel a sense of beauty.
He looked at it again and again reluctantly, then looked back at Sun Xian and asked: "Are you Sun Xian? I have read your article. It is well-reasoned and well-founded. It is a rare and top-notch article. "
"Thank you, Your Majesty." Sun Xian bowed his hands to Lao Zhu in a polite manner. He neither expressed ecstasy at Lao Zhu's praise nor seemed distant and indifferent.
Instead, there was a jade-like warmth, which surprised Lao Zhu. Lao Zhu can still understand that such a temperament appears in veteran ministers like ministers of various ministries, but how old is Sun Xian? How could he be so calm and calm?
After pondering for a while, Lao Zhu suddenly asked: "Didn't I make a decree to allow you to become officials in the court? Why didn't you choose to become an official?"
Sun Xian smiled softly, nodded slightly and replied: "Sages have said that if you learn well, you will become an official. I think that I have little talent and little knowledge, so it is more suitable for me to stay in the academy and teach."
Lao Zhu was immediately blocked by Sun Xian and was speechless. He wanted Sun Xian to become an official, but Sun Xian tried to frustrate him by saying that he had limited talent and limited knowledge, but he couldn't find a reason to refute. It's impossible to directly issue an order for Sun Xian to serve as an official, right?
When Han Du saw it, he quickly smoothed things over and said: "Your Majesty, although Sun Xian did not serve as an official, he was still making contributions to the prosperous Ming Dynasty. As long as Sun Xian can build the machine in front of him, his contribution to the Ming Dynasty will be even greater than Go become a minister."
"Is my minister so worthless?" Lao Zhu looked at Han Du with a somewhat unkind expression. Firstly, it was because Sun Xian's words were really harsh and uncomfortable for him. Secondly, Lao Zhu didn’t think that a machine could compare with a minister. Six ministers were as powerful as ministers, and had been the lifelong pursuit of countless officials in the world. How could this be compared with a machine?
Lao Zhu admitted that the machine in front of him was indeed shocking and extraordinary, but it was only extraordinary.
Han Du smiled and shook his head, raised his hand to signal Sun Xian's students to start lighting the fire, and while waiting for the steam motor to start, he said: "Whether people are farming or weaving, they all need strength. And this machine can produce Power, and this power is hundreds of times that of ordinary people.”
"Your Majesty, just imagine, if there is one person in charge of this machine, wouldn't it be equivalent to amplifying one person's power a thousand times? Originally, one person can only weave three feet of cloth a day, but if the power of this machine is used instead Not to mention that the manpower can weave a hundred times that of an ordinary person in one day, even if he can weave ten feet of cloth. Then what kind of life can he live after selling these ten feet of cloth?"
Lao Zhu is no stranger to weaving. After all, he once worked in the palace. He opened a garden for farming and then asked Queen Ma to weave cloth.
Ordinary people can weave three feet of cloth a day, not only can they maintain their lives, but they can also live a slightly better life. If a person can weave ten feet of cloth in one day, with such a huge harvest, he is simply wealthy. Not to mention having enough food and clothing, even eating meat every day is enough.
But, is this possible?
Queen Ma looked at Han Du in surprise. She had a huge weaving workshop. If this machine could really be used to weave cloth, then she would have to ask Han Du what was going on. .
Just when Queen Ma wanted to ask Han Du, the pressure inside the steam engine was finally enough and it began to rotate slowly.
Lao Zhu was greatly impressed by the exquisite operation of the steam engine. Sun Xian stood aside knowingly and explained to Lao Zhu how the various parts of the machine worked internally.
Lao Zhu himself also felt it with his own hands. The power of the steam engine's rotation also somewhat agreed with Han Du's words just now. Farmers work hard to cultivate the land and harvest food. The power of this machine is so great that it naturally has more uses and can create more valuable things.
After watching for a moment, Lao Zhu saw that the steam engine had been running smoothly. It looked very good and there was no problem at all. He couldn't help but asked doubtfully: "I see this machine works very well. It's all made of steel, and there's no place where rubber can be used. Why do you have to use rubber?"
Without waiting for Han Du's answer, Sun Xian explained to Lao Zhu with a grimace: "Your Majesty, please look here. This needs to be sealed to prevent steam from leaking out. Rubber is used in these two places."
Lao Zhu took a look and saw that the two parts together were not as big as a fist. He couldn't help but asked doubtfully: "Is this all it takes?"
"Just use this little." Han Du nodded and answered affirmatively.
Lao Zhu was speechless. For such a big machine, there was only such a small amount of rubber needed. But judging from Han Du's attitude, he could also guess the importance of this.
"I see there is no air leakage here. How did you do it?"
When Sun Xian heard this, he raised his head and glanced at Han Du. Seeing Han Du nod slightly, he took the initiative to explain to the emperor, and finally added: "This can only be used temporarily, and it cannot be used for a long time. At most, it will be worn out after half a day." Damn it. I have been thinking of ways these past few days to see if I can extend the time."
Lao Zhu admired Sun Xian's progressive attitude very much and quickly asked with a smile: "Then what's the result?"
Sun Xian shook his head and replied with a sigh: "There is no improvement at all. Perhaps, only when we find the rubber that Mr. mentioned can we completely improve it."
When Lao Zhu heard this, his brows suddenly dropped. After thinking for a long time, he raised his head and looked at Han Du and said, "Since this rubber is so important, I will issue an order for Jiang Ming to go there again tomorrow."
"Thank you, Your Majesty." Han Du quickly bowed down happily.
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Without rubber, it would be extremely difficult to solve the sealing problem of steam engines.
Since Lao Zhu sent Jiang Ming to America to find rubber, Han Du naturally waited peacefully. When Jiang Ming brought the rubber back, it would not be too late to test it again.
However, Sun Xian couldn't rest. Seeing that he was about to achieve great success, he was stopped by a small piece of rubber. He would not accept it no matter what. These days, I am leading my students to continue trying various composite materials, hoping to find one that can replace rubber.
Han Du knew that this was just a dream. Not to mention Sun Xian and others, even later generations don’t know how many people are looking for alternatives to natural rubber, but Han Duzhong has never heard of anyone who actually found it.
However, Sun Xian insisted on this, and Han Du went with him.
Putting aside the matter of the steam engine for the time being, Han Du spent more time with An Qing. There are many beautiful scenery in the capital, and it is known as the Forty-Eight Scenic Spots of Jinling. In the past few days, Han Du accompanied Anqing to see Tianjie Zhaoti, Chicken Coop Yunshu, Niu Shou Yan Lan, Niu Shou Yan Lan and so on.
Tianjie Zhaoti is the Tianjie Temple outside the Zhonghua Gate. Han Du took An Qing to visit the Tianjie Temple. It is worth mentioning that monk Zong Lai is still alive. Although he is old and decrepit, after knowing that Han Du is coming, he will make an exception and speak out for Han Du.
Han Du was not interested in Buddhist sermons at all, and monk Zong Lai was out of breath when he spoke. What if he passed away while preaching to himself? Han Du deeply doubted whether the monk wanted to touch him.
He waved his hand to refuse, but was stopped by An Qing. According to An Qing, monk Zong Lai doesn't even go to his father's summons very often now. Being able to speak sermons specifically for him is a blessing and he has to accept it.
In desperation, Han Du had no choice but to endure the discomfort and let the noise of monk Zong Lai disturb him.
After the sermon was finished, Monk Zong Lai looked at Han Du with hope in his eyes and asked, "Does Donor Han have some enlightenment?"
Han Du originally just sat there quietly waiting for the end of Monk Zong's speech. He automatically blocked Monk Zong's voice from beginning to end and immersed himself in his inner world. If you didn't even hear what Zong Lai was saying, how could you realize anything?
"No." Han Du squeezed his lips hard and replied directly.
Zong Yi was stunned when he heard this, obviously he didn't expect that Han Du would reply so simply. He has met countless people in his life, and who among them did not say with reverence that they felt the profoundness and breadth of Buddhism after hearing his sermon?
Even the emperor would nod and say a few words of appreciation. Of course, the emperor really understood it, which is different from ordinary people's nonsense.
Han Du was the first to say directly that he didn't understand, or that he wasn't listening at all.
"Okay, okay..." Zong Long is indeed a person who has seen the big world. Faced with Han Du's answer, he can also smile and agree without changing his expression.
It was Zong Lai's attitude that aroused Han Du's joking mood. He smiled deliberately and asked, "Is it really good?"
Although Monk Zong Lai noticed something different in Han Du's expression, he didn't think Han Du could make any waves in Buddhism. He nodded and said without thinking, "Of course."
"What's so good about it?" Han Du didn't mean to let Zong Lai go, he raised his head slightly and asked.
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