The dock shipbuilding method used by Longjiang Shipping Company cannot be said to be the largest shipyard in the Ming Dynasty, but it can be said to be the most advanced shipyard now.
In fact, the water transportation in the Ming Dynasty has always been very developed, and the water transportation between the north and the south is also very close. The same is true in the maritime areas. Shandong and Liaodong, and sea transportation with North Korea have always existed.
However, the sea area between Ming Dynasty and North Korea is all inland sea, and the sea transportation route is not considered a long voyage.
Therefore, expensive treasure ships have never been on the procurement list of local governments. Perhaps another way of saying it is that they have no authority to ask Longjiang Shipping Company to produce treasure ships for them.
After Zheng He's long voyage fleet was banned by the Ming Dynasty, the position of Longjiang Shipping Company became more embarrassing.
After all, it was an industry of the Ming Dynasty. Even if it declined, there were still some officials from the Ministry of Industry and boatmen who stayed behind.
Although ordinary officials in the court did not know that Cao Jixiang was going to sea, the boatmen and officials in the ship company had already gotten the news.
Of course, this news came from the fact that dozens of boatmen from their shipping company were called to Tongzhou.
The boatmen looked at the treasure ships parked in the dock that had not yet been installed with sails, and they were full of expectations.
Some boatmen could not wait to board the treasure ship, stroking its hull, as if it would not be long before the treasure ship would enter the sea like a dragon, carrying their sweat and efforts to the unknown world.
At this time, the sky was bright.
Among the ship's crew, a few uninvited guests came. They entered over the wall instead of through the main door.
It was Zhu Yi and the others.
But at this time, Zhu Yi's face was pale and his eyes were lifeless. Even if he was young, his small waist was a little unbearable for the seven girls who stayed with him last night.
However, the faces of the soldiers who followed him were all red. It seemed that they were restrained and relaxed, so they would not suffer serious losses.
Having said that, you still have to exercise restraint in that matter. Although intercourse is wonderful, you still have to consider your own situation...
Everyone walked along the path to the dock and saw the huge ship parked in the dock.
Zhu Yi didn't know much, so after seeing the treasure ship, she kept exclaiming.
"This, in addition to the flower boat, this Yingtian Mansion actually hides such a huge thing?"
"Little Duke, this is a sharp weapon of the country. You cannot talk about it with the flower boat. If the Duke finds out, he will be punished again." The leader said.
"Slip of the tongue, slip of the tongue, don't tell father, I'm inviting you tonight."
After the leader finished speaking, his face paused and he sighed. This little prince really underestimated the Sa family. Although he is so holy now, he spent the longest time last night.
Everyone has a moment of glory, don't take it as eternity, life is like a tide running eastward, and the years pass by without leaving a trace.
Of course, the leader did not know what the "sage" said, and just replied coldly: "After inspecting the treasure ship, we must return to Beijing immediately, otherwise we cannot afford to miss the important event of the Duke of Guo."
Zhu Yi chuckled and nodded, then walked into the side of the boat.
When I was about to get on the ship, I heard a shout: "What are you doing? Don't get close to the treasure ship?"
Zhu Yi looked back after hearing the sound.
A middle-aged man wearing coarse clothes was running towards him.
"What are you doing? What are you doing? This is the treasure ship of the imperial court. You guys are so messed up. How did you get in?" When he ran closer, the middle-aged man pushed Zhu Yi away and blocked the way. In front of the treasure ship.
But Zhu Yi was too presumptuous last night and her lower body was unstable. She fell to the ground with a gentle push from this man.
The middle-aged man looked at it and realized that this young man was really vain.
"I didn't exert any strength, and you fell down..."
Zhu Yi stood up, patted the dust on his body, and didn't care. He chuckled and said, "I worked too hard on studying last night, and now I'm a little weak, so I was pushed down by my eldest brother."
After hearing Zhu Yi's words, all the soldiers and men sighed in their hearts.
When the little prince tells a lie, his face does not turn red, his heart does not beat, and he lies at his fingertips. Are you good at reading? You are discussing the physiological mechanism with women.
The Duke Cheng's family is unfortunate.
"What are you doing? This is an important place of the imperial court. No one is allowed to enter. Please hurry up or I will call someone." The man scolded loudly.
When Zhu Yi heard this, he hurriedly said: "Brother, don't call anyone. I'll tell you quietly. I'm from Yingtian Mansion. I just came to see this treasure ship." As he said that, two weapons appeared in Zhu Yi's hands. A golden bean.
When the man saw Jin Douzi, his expression changed drastically.
"What are you doing? Don't be suspicious. Although I am not as rich as you, I also know that taking other people's things without merit is not a good thing. I can tell by your accent that you are from the north. Tell me what you have to say. , after saying that, leave quickly, don’t be suspected and get arrested by the government.”
This man knew that if he didn't accept the golden bean, these people would be afraid of him. If he accepted the golden bean, he would be afraid of these people. If they asked to board the ship, how could he refuse?
Zhu Yi was a little surprised to see that he couldn't get enough of this, but after a brief surprise, Zhu Yi still straightened his face and asked: "If the imperial court wants to rebuild this treasure ship, how long will it take to complete it."
After hearing this, the man narrowed his eyes and looked at Zhu Yi and the people behind him again.
It seems that the rumors are true.
This treasure ship still has to be built.
"Three or four months, let's see how the manpower is doing it."
Zhu Yi nodded and asked again: "Is there any quality problem with this treasure ship?"
"You are really a fool. This is a treasure ship. What's the quality problem? If you cheat, I will really kick you out." After listening to Zhu Yi's words, the man was very angry. Aren't you fucking insulting us craftsmen?
Seeing that the man was angry, Zhu Yi quickly waved her hand and said with a smile: "I just want to ask, just a question. Don't be angry, brother. Have you ever gone to sea on a treasure ship?"
The man's face turned slightly gloomy.
"No."
"What's on the other side of the sea?"
"You look like Lao Kui at first glance. There are many seas in Ming Dynasty. Which side are you talking about?"
"Brother, what does Lao Kui mean?"
"You can call him a fool, or you can call him a stick."
After Zhu Yi heard this, she was not angry, she just smiled bitterly, and then continued to ask...
Zhu Yi is a person who is good at talking. He does not have the airs of a little prince. He is also very curious about the outside world, and the same is true for women, so last night was ridiculous for a long time.
After chatting for a while and getting acquainted with each other, Zhu Yi gave away the golden beans and learned the man's name, Li Tiechui.
The old father was also a boatman. He experienced the prosperity of Longjiang shipping companies during the Yongle Dynasty. He named his son Iron Hammer because he hoped that his son could also hold a hammer and smash rivets on treasure ships and become an excellent boatman.
Similarly, Li Tiechui also had a sense of longing for the outside world. He chatted more with Zhu Yi and accepted Zhu Yi's golden beans...
Finally, Li Tiechui looked out and asked Zhu Yi to get on the boat and take a look.
Of course, it was only Zhu Yi.
After Zhu Yi boarded the treasure ship, she was deeply attracted by the structure inside, and a new idea came to her mind...
After the sun came up, Zhu Yi led a group of people and left Longjiang Shipping Company.
Contrary to everyone's expectations.
After leaving Longjiang Shipping Company, Zhu Yi wanted to return to Beijing immediately.
The soldiers below asked: "Aren't you going to Qinhuai River today?"
"I won't go, business is more important..."
After hearing Zhu Yi's words, everyone felt a little empty in their hearts, as if something was missing...
Biquge
