Kangxi asked a little puzzled: "Why do you say that?" ”

Shuyun said, "The waters near those small countries in the south of our Great Qing Dynasty are not very calm, and there are often pirates. All are made up of some Western adventurers. Sometimes, the sailors of those European countries would also disguise themselves as pirates and rob passing merchant ships. However, if it is a merchant ship in their own country, those sailors will protect it. Therefore, the sea passage to the rest of the world was controlled by a few of their European powers. Naturally, the trade of goods in various parts of the country was also monopolized by them, and thus they made huge profits. ”

Kangxi said angrily, "Hmph, a group of robbers, after I have cleaned up the three feudatories and Taiwan, I must clean up their gang of foreigners." What a small country, what a fear! ”

Shuyun sighed and said, "Alas, to be honest, our sailors and ships are indeed inferior to others. Don't look at it, we can't do anything about Taiwan's Zheng family, but they were once choked by the red-haired Dutch. If it weren't for the large number of people, the Netherlands would be too far away from Taiwan. I don't know what will happen in the end. ”

Listening to Shuyun's words, Kangxi was silent. Slender fingers tapped lightly on the tea table. After a while, he said, "I underestimated them." But they can't take all of the benefits. Take your time, I'm not in a hurry. Shuyun, tell me about this sea again. ”

It seems that Kangxi is really moved, and his wealth is moving, even if it is an emperor, as long as the benefit is big enough. And that's exactly what Shuyun was happy to see.

Shuyun pondered for a moment, thinking about how to guide Kangxi correctly step by step. So he organized the language and said, "The emperor has a saying that is very right. They are a gang of robbers. Those foreigners originally pursued the logic of bandits. They are different from our people in the Qing Dynasty, we are a country of etiquette. It is the poetry and book heirlooms. But they believe in the respect of the strong, and they have a saying that 'the truth only exists within the range of the cannon'. This shows their principles of life.

And don't look at the fact that Europe is not a big place, there are many small countries, but almost every country has vigorously developed its navy, relying on the strength of ships and guns, and directly or indirectly controlling many countries and regions. Not only did they plunder their precious resources and wealth, such as gold and precious stones, but they also used the people of these countries as slaves. Random drive, killing. In order to cover up this crime, they say to the outside world that it is to eliminate barbarism and backwardness and help others develop. It was also given the name 'colonization' of the practice. Now, except for our Qing Dynasty and a few powerful countries, most places in the world have almost become colonies or semi-colonies of several European countries such as Britain, France, Spain, Portugal, and the Netherlands. Not only that, but they also set up checkpoints on the road to the West. All passing ships had to pay taxes, and ships that were not of their allies were not allowed to pass through at all. ”

Kangxi snorted angrily and said, "Nan Huairen's group of missionaries are very gentle and submissive in front of me, but they have never told me about these things, and often say that our Qing Dynasty is the kingdom of the Heavenly Empire, and I am the co-lord of the world. I don't want to, but I'm being deceived. It's really a wolf's ambition, and it can be punished together. ”

"In fact, their words are not wrong, in terms of comprehensive national strength, our Qing Dynasty is indeed a first-class power now. I have traveled to many places in Europe and in the world. They really can't compare with the Qing Dynasty now. But they are growing fast. Moreover, they continue to bring back the wealth they have earned from all over the world, which has strongly supported the development of their countries. Those foreigners are all money-oriented, and their hearts are very greedy. And it's not about grabbing and running. As long as conditions permit, it will be occupied for a long time. Non-stop plundering. ”

Shuyun said this. Stopped. glanced at Kangxi's face and said, "I'll say something, don't be angry." ”

"Just say whatever you want. I won't be mad at you. Kangxi said gently.

So Shuyun continued, "In fact, those foreigners are very yearning for our Qing Dynasty, saying that the Qing Dynasty in the East is a mysterious country, full of gold, and countless wealth. It's just that they also know that the current Qing Dynasty is not something they can handle, but in their hearts they covet us very much. Under the pretext of drying boats, they occupied Macao, but in fact, they used it as a window to understand the Qing Dynasty. They've used this trick elsewhere, and they call it lend-lease. Then, when the time is right, or when the country is weakened, they will invade the country by force. ”

With a "bang", Kangxi slapped the tea table vigorously. His face was pale.

Seeing this, Shuyun hurriedly got up and sat down beside Kangxi, grabbed his hand, and said, "Don't be angry, I found out that you don't know these things, and I'm afraid that we will suffer losses in the future, so I will tell you." But I don't want you to be angry about this, and in that case, I'll be sad. ”

Kangxi patted Shuyun's hand, and his face immediately softened. "I'm not angry, I'll let them know how powerful I am." ”

"Well, Shuyun believes, you can definitely do it. But Your Majesty, aren't our firearms powerful? ”

"Why are you asking this?" Kangxi asked Shuyun with some surprise.

"The muskets and artillery of the foreigners are very powerful, and they are constantly improving, and these are the main weapons of their current army. Also, if they invent something, they keep it a secret. However, some techniques of other countries, no matter whether they are useful or not, as long as they know the Tao, they will do everything possible to steal them. ”

Kangxi nodded and said, "Well, I'll pay attention." Alas, it is said that 'if Xiucai doesn't go out, he will know the world's affairs.'" 'Behold, that's. If it weren't for today, you would have told me what you had seen and heard during your travels over the years. I'm afraid I'm still in the dark, and I don't know if I'll know the Tao in the future. In that case, you may suffer a big loss in the future. Thank you, Shuyun. I feel very lucky to meet you. ”

Shuyun didn't speak, and it was not appropriate to say anything at this time. But Shuyun pillowed her head on Kangxi's shoulder and gently held his hand.

The two sat quietly for a moment, and Kangxi said softly, "It's not early, let's settle it." Then he picked up Shuyun and walked to the bed.

This whole night, Kangxi didn't really fall asleep. just closed his eyes, hugged Shuyun in his arms, and patted Shuyun's back twice from time to time. Presumably he was analyzing what Shuyun said. Or maybe they're planning for the future.

The next morning, the two were having breakfast. Li Dequan came to report, and the craftsmen Zhou Quan and Ma Yong asked to see Shuyun.

Hearing that Zhou Quan and Ma Yong asked to see her, Shuyun was also puzzled, what happened? They knew that they were with Lao Kang, and they also specified that they wanted to see themselves, could it be that the movable metal type had been studied by them?

Thinking of this, Shuyun was a little excited. hurriedly looked at Kangxi. Seeing Kangxi, he nodded. Shuyun immediately asked Li Dequan to bring the two of them in.

After the two came in, they knelt down and kowtowed to Kangxi. Then he fell prostrate on the ground, not daring to lift his head.

Kangxi didn't call either. They replied like this: "Your Majesty, Niangniang." The little people have made movable metal type and ink, and they have developed a mechanism that can speed up printing. ”

Kangxi raised his eyebrows and looked at Shuyun with inquiring eyes. It means "what are you doing again?" ”

Sure enough, Shuyun suppressed the excitement in her heart. said to Kangxi, "Your Majesty, let's go and have a look, it is guaranteed to be a good thing, and it will not disappoint you." ”

Seeing that Shuyun was so sure, Kangxi was also interested. Under the leadership of Zhou Quan and Ma Yong, they went to the school not far away, and temporarily changed it to the courtyard of the workshop.

The yard was very messy, with scattered wooden blocks and iron bars everywhere. There were still a lot of grease stains on the ground.

Kangxi, who was used to being clean and tidy, naturally didn't like it, so he frowned. But seeing Shuyun's indifferent look. It was not easy to ruin her interest, so I forcibly entered the courtyard together.

In fact, Shuyun was also secretly blaming these craftsmen in her heart, knowing that she and the emperor might come to see it, so she didn't clean it up in advance. In case Lao Kang gets angry, isn't it uncomfortable?

The door of the room facing the courtyard gate was open. The group carefully avoided the many debris under their feet, walked through the courtyard, and entered the house.

In the center of the room is a very tall, bulky wooden shelf. The bottom is connected to the scroll, and the bottom is a wooden square platform. Shuyun was a little shocked when she saw this, isn't this the Gutenberg printing press.

Shuyun couldn't help but sigh in her heart~ The wisdom of craftsmen in ancient times is really infinite! ～

Next, Ma Yong introduced the usage and performance of this printing machine. Demonstrated again on the spot. Shuyun took a moment, and at this rate, it can print about 60 sheets per minute, and it is when the movements of several craftsmen are not very skilled. Once you are proficient, the printing speed will at least double. Not only is it conducive to the spread of culture, but at the same time, with this machine, the price of books will be reduced a lot.

After reading it, not only Shuyun was happy, but Lao Kang also nodded again and again. The unhappiness when I first entered the yard disappeared. I encouraged a few craftsmen and gave them corresponding rewards.

Ma Yong excitedly introduced the improved ink. But it is added with linseed oil, lamp smoke, varnish, etc.

Kangxi also told this group of craftsmen that all the techniques of the printing press must be kept strictly confidential. It seems that after last night, Kangxi's concept is gradually changing. There is now a sense of secrecy. If he had been in the past, he wouldn't have cared about that.

At this time, Shuyun is not suitable for speaking, and the protagonist is Lao Kang. Shuyun just needs to be happy obediently.

But after Kangxi left, Shuyun found Ma Yong and Zhou Quan again. After encouraging them, he said, "I hope that the two of you can make persistent efforts and continue to improve and innovate on this basis." If there is really a result, I will definitely ask the emperor for credit for you. ”

Soon after Kangxi returned to the palace, he sent a few craftsmen and asked Shuyun to help make anything she needed in the future. At the same time, several craftsmen who participated in the manufacture of printing presses except for Zhou Quan were called away. He said that he would first let them go back to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and make a few more printers. Send them back when you're done.

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