Although Zhang Qing doesn't know why harmony is important in doing business, since Cai Ji said so. It shows that she will not fight with the Duan family for the sake of business. Therefore, Zhang Qing happily accepted Cai Ji's policy of "rejuvenating Donglai with industry and commerce", and in the following days, he wholeheartedly selected young children for Cai Ji and recruited craftsmen. However, as Cai Ji's retainer, Zhang Qing did not use the dowry in Cai Ji's hand in the end. Although Cai Ji felt that those hairpins and jade pendants were not of much use to keep. But in order to live up to Zhang Qing's wishes, she never mentioned the sale of her dowry again. However, it also made Cai Ji more and more eager to put her pirate plans into action.

Fortunately, the grinding wait didn't last long. Ten days later, Guan Cheng and others drove the three largest pirate ships from the sea to Longkou Harbor outside Huangxian County. There were more than 100 old and weak women and children accompanying him, and he said that these were the family members of the leaders of the water village, and they came with them if they wanted to see the appearance of the county government. However, Cai Ji knew that this was a hostage specially sent by Guan Cheng, in order to show her his sincerity in surrendering to her. This practice was not uncommon in the late Han Dynasty. Some princes even used marriage to achieve the goal of changing direction into quality, needless to say that in the end, it was many beautiful daughters who were sacrificed. After all, righteousness can be respected, aspired to, and trusted, but it cannot be relied upon.

Therefore, Cai Ji, who knew it well, immediately said that he could let the management arrange for these family members to live in Huangxian County for a longer period of time. Seeing that Cai Ji had accepted the hostages, Guan Cheng happily invited everyone to take a trip on the boat, and at the same time, to show his own strength. To be honest, the sea ships brought by Guan Cheng were far from the warships in Cai Ji's previous impression. At first glance, it looks like just three fishing boats. However, the three-masted galleon, which claims to be able to hold fifty or sixty people, is quite large, about 20 meters long and about 7 meters wide. The deck is also equipped with eight wooden winches that control sails, anchors, and fishing nets. According to Guan Cheng, this kind of winch is called "car barrel", which was modified after they hijacked the stick tribute ship. In addition, there is a one-man high helm tower on the aft deck, each with two lounges, in which there are desks and incense burners, apparently left by the envoys of Samhan. In terms of appearance, this boat is very similar to the old Hong Kong fishing boat that Cai Ji had seen in the film and television film in his previous life. The only difference is the cabin and the sails. Obviously, the watertight compartment structure had not yet been invented in this era. The hull below deck is almost length, with only two rooms at the bow and two rooms at the stern for storing food and fresh water. As for the other two smaller sailboats, the manager admits that there are no compartments below deck. As for the sail, it is also different from the signature Chinese sail in Cai Ji's impression. The sails of all three ships were made of cloth, suspended by herringbone masts and supported on the sails without bamboo poles.

Could it be that China has not invented the hard sail at this time? No, according to historical records, hard sails have appeared in the south of the Eastern Han Dynasty. Or is it that hardsails have not yet been popularized in the north? Cai Ji frowned in confusion. Of course, this is also possible, after all, Rome, Egypt and other countries also used soft sails during the same period. No, to be more precise, because there is no bamboo, countries such as Europe and the Middle East used soft sails for centuries afterward. China, on the other hand, invented its signature patent, the hard sail, based on local materials. Compared with soft sails, Chinese hard sails have high wind efficiency; It can be rotated around the mast and can face the wind. Hard sails are lighter, and because there are support bones, the sail quality requirements are low, even if there are a lot of holes. Therefore, in terms of shipbuilding technology, ancient China has always been at the forefront of the world. It wasn't until the Europeans developed the all-sail fit, that is, all masts were equipped with crosssails, but there were also oblique girder sails in the lower part of the backmast, that they surpassed China in sailing technology. However, for smaller boats, hard sails are still the best choice.

And just when Cai Ji lowered his head and pondered, Guan Cheng on the side looked a little uneasy. Afraid that the prince would dislike him, he hurriedly asked the lord tentatively, is there something wrong with the ship? ”

As soon as Cai Ji was called "lord", he immediately came back to his senses. It is said that this is the first time that someone has been called the lord except for Zhang Qing and other Cai generals. So Cai Ji immediately acquiesced to Guan Cheng's change of words, and happily responded that this ship is not big. However, Yoshitsu had seen a larger ship than this in Kyoshi. It's better to draw the boat here. Please also ask General Guan to help the government to see if he can learn from the modified warship. ”

When Guan Cheng heard that Cai Ji was going to instruct him to build a ship, he was somewhat disapproving. However, on the surface, he still asked someone to bring pen and ink very attentively, and even provided a clean white cloth for Xiao Cai Fujun in front of him to paint. Cai Ji took the brush and closed his eyes, thinking back to the many Chinese gulets he had seen in his previous life, and then calmly put down his pen and painted. Since Cai Ji had studied Chinese painting in school in the previous life, a lifelike four-masted sailing ship jumped on the cloth after a while. looked at Guan Cheng and the others in amazement.

Tai Shici, who was standing beside Cai Ji, stroked his long beard and nodded, "Xiao Fujun painted this is Beifan." Indeed, official ships mostly use rivet sails. ”

"Sail?" Cai Ji turned his head and asked puzzled.

"The sail is the sail on this painting. Like the sails of these three ships at the moment, they are called cloth sails; And like the sail with bamboo scorn on the painting, it is called a sail. Tai Shi Ci further explained.

Cai Ji realized that the Eastern Han Dynasty was still in a period of alternating use of soft and hard sails, and hard sails were called rivets in this era. Fortunately, I didn't say anything about a new invention on a whim. Otherwise, this face will be really embarrassing. However, just as Cai Ji was secretly rejoicing, Guan Cheng on the side stretched his neck and pointed to another boat with no sails and no deck on the painting, and asked the lord, is this a ship? Why do you have to be separated like this? Wouldn't it be inconvenient for people to sit in a boat and paddle? ”

This is what the inside of the sailboat in the picture above looks like. The government also asked so at the time. However, the ship's owner told the government that this method is called a watertight compartment, which is to divide the cabin into eight compartments that are not connected to each other with a bulkhead board. Because the cabins are tightly separated from each other, even if one or two cabins are damaged and flooded, the water will not flow to the other cabins. As long as the cargo in the incoming cabin is removed, the damage can be repaired without affecting the ship's continued navigation. If there is too much water to support the ship, it is only necessary to abandon the cargo to reduce the deadweight and prevent the ship from sinking to the bottom of the sea quickly. Cai Ji explained in a whimsical manner.

However, Cai Ji did not put an oolong this time. After listening to her explanation, Guan Cheng immediately praised and said no, no. That's a great way to do it. No wonder the official ship is so sturdy, it turns out that there is such a clever plan. The bulkheads looked like ribs. If you build a ship according to this picture, I am afraid that you don't even need to add ribs. Lord, please give this picture to the last general. The last general will surely be able to build a warship for the Lord according to this diagram. ”

"This picture was originally drawn by the general. I'm afraid that the painting will not be good and mislead people's children. Cai Ji said generously and handed over the picture to Guan Cheng.

Guan undertook the drawings, and couldn't help but smile and said that the lord's painting is much better than that of the carpenter in the water village. Let's see, that's it. ”

Cai Ji listened to the comparison between Guan Cheng and the carpenter, but he was not angry, but asked if there are shipbuilders in the water village such as Ru? ”

"Yes. The craftsmanship is good. They built these ships. Guan Cheng nodded in response.

"That's very good. The government is planning to build a sea ship. With the help of Changguang Water Village, this matter will definitely be half the effort. Cai Ji thought to himself, this is really sleepy, someone sent a pillow.

As soon as Guan Cheng heard that Cai Ji planned to build a sea ship, he knew that he was going to expand the army for the navy, so he hurriedly hugged his fists. At the end, he repaired a book and asked the craftsmen to come to the county government to wait for the lord's dispatch. ”

Cai Ji saw that Guan Cheng was sometimes rude and sometimes polite, and couldn't help but ask curiously, Oh, has General Guan studied? ”

"Don't hide it from the lord, the last general also went to private school for a few days when he was young." Guan Cheng explained slightly embarrassed.

"I've studied, but do you have a table?" Cai Ji asked again.

"Take the word, Zifeng." Guan Cheng replied.

"Then from this day on, I will call you Zifeng. Zifeng, you have already worshiped the naval army Sima, but you can read more and have more knowledge. Cai Ji narrowed the relationship with Guan Cheng and persuaded him earnestly.

As soon as Guan Cheng heard Cai Ji's changed name, he knew that he would be accepted as a confidant, so he immediately respectfully said to Cai Ji that he must look for a book to read. ”

"I have spring and autumn at hand, and I can borrow from you." Cai Ji said, thinking that this was not "Sun Quan's persuasion". But I don't know if the 16-year-old Lu Meng has followed his brother-in-law Deng Dang to follow the little overlord Sun Ce. But thinking about it, Cai Ji quickly put away his mind and asked Guan Cheng about the robbery, "Zifeng, is there any news from Sanhan?" ”

"Back to the lord, according to the report from the Shuizhai spies, there will be a team of Ma Hangong ships departing in late June." Guan Cheng lowered his voice and reported.

Cai Ji got the exact news of Guan Cheng, and finally felt a little relieved. I saw her bow slightly at Guan Cheng and said, "This time, the Donglai Navy will ask you for the first battle." ”

"Whoa!"

Now that I have watched everything that should be seen, everything that should be said has been said, and everything that should have been listened to. Cai Ji got off the boat with Tai Shici and others. But just as she was about to board the ox cart and go home, she saw Guan Chengxing hurriedly bringing a girl about eight or nine years old to give a salute to the Taoist lord, who was the last cousin Ah Jiu. ”

"The little girl Linghu Jiu has seen Fujun." The girl who followed behind Guan Cheng timidly blessed Cai Jifu.

However, before Cai Ji could speak, Guan Cheng immediately recommended to him with a pig-like expression, "The little sister admires the young and promising father, and wants to serve the lord, and it is also possible to be a maid." Please also ask the Lord to do it. ”

Is this just a hostage, and then a beautiful woman? Cai Ji looked at Guan Cheng in front of him, and then at the picturesque girl. I thought that now was the critical moment to cooperate with the pirates, so I might as well take people in first. Now that he has made up his mind, Cai Ji nodded happily and said, "Then this house is disrespectful. ”

Guan Cheng saw that Cai Ji happily accepted his cousin, and hurriedly pushed the girl behind him into the ox cart. Before leaving, I didn't forget to remind Cai Ji that Ah Jiu was young, and if there was anything inconsiderate, please forgive me. ”

And Cai Ji looked at Guan Cheng's distant figure, and while lamenting the low status of women in this era, he also felt that this Guan Cheng was by no means an ordinary martial artist. But such a sigh is only a fleeting moment. In Cai Ji's view, if a prince wants to make achievements, he must have the mind to accept a variety of talents. People who suspect the back of their heads at every turn will not be able to get talents. So all she has to do now is to settle the Linghu Xiao in the car first. After the first "sale" at sea is completed, Cai Ji will disclose the identity of women to Guan Cheng and others. Because Cai Ji paid for the military deterrence of the government and the temptation of huge profits, he would definitely make Guan Cheng and other pirates completely accept this heroine.

While thinking about how to identify himself to Guan Cheng and the others in the future, Cai Ji lifted the curtain and got into the carriage. But when she looked up, she saw the girl cramped up in the corner, looking at her with a wary gaze. Seeing this, Cai Ji smiled bitterly in his heart, and on the other hand, he showed a kind smile and persuaded the girl that you don't have to be afraid. This house will not harm you. ”

The more Cai Ji said this, the more the girl shrunk violently. In desperation, Cai Ji had to straighten his sitting posture and beckoned the driver to catch the car. However, not long after the ox cart moved, the girl, who had been quiet at first, suddenly jumped up like a rabbit and crushed Cai Ji to the ground. Then a cold blade came down her throat.

"The little lady has something to say. How about putting the knife down first? The frightened Cai Ji swallowed and said.

But the other party stared at a pair of round eyes, like a rebellious kitten, and snorted coldly, I won't be fooled. As soon as I let go, this kid will definitely shout. ”

"Do you want to hold this against the throat of this house all the way to the Taishou Mansion? If it doesn't hurt the house, then your brother and his family will have a headache. Cai Ji, who was a little calm, warned tactfully.

The girl couldn't help but move the knife slightly away from Cai Ji's throat. But she still glared at her and threatened, "You kid listen up. I, Ah Jiu, won't marry a hairy boy like you who can't lift his shoulders and can't resist. My future husband will be a great hero on a horse, wearing a silver helmet, and a beautiful beard. ”

After hearing the girl's yearning for her future husband, Cai Ji couldn't help but swear sincerely again, the little lady can rest assured, this mansion really has no wrong thoughts about you. ”

"Liar! You smiled at me as you got in the car. The girl blushed.

Cai Ji never expected that one day he would be laughed by an eight or nine-year-old girl. However, since the other party is already deeply prejudiced, it is useless to swear again. And immediately announcing her daughter's identity is not conducive to the next cooperation with the pirates. So after thinking about it, Cai Ji immediately gritted his teeth and sneered, "What this house likes is bewitching beauties." Like you, a girl who wants no breasts and no buttocks, this house doesn't care. ”

With a crisp snap, after slapping Cai Ji, the girl jumped back to her original position at a lightning speed, and scolded unceremoniously, "Dengzi!" ”

Cai Ji covered half of his face and slowly sat up, thinking that it was better to be slapped than to be held against a knife. But after thinking about it again, the situation just now is really a veritable "a knife on the head of the word ninja".

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