Wait for the Third Fleet to join the battle. There is basically no suspense in the naval battle. Lacking effective long-range attack weapons, the Chola people were helpless in the face of red-hot shells. Incendiary piles on their decks. It was originally used to set fire to the Song soldiers. Now it's become a barbecue for yourself. The reddish iron ball landed on the deck. between beats. Several flammable materials have been ignited. Soon. Most of the warships of the warships of the reputed countries became torches. The sea was full of soldiers from the Zhuyuan country who had jumped ship to escape. The Song musketeers stood on the side of the ship. Shoot them coldly and mercilessly.

The power of victory. When the Song warships entered Jaffna. There were no longer anyone who dared to look up at the soldiers of the Song army. And the Srivijaya fleet that arrived with the arrival of the Song army's merchant ships seemed to be eager to try. They frequently instigated Song Shang. Advance to the continent of the Continent of Zhuyuan on the opposite side. Song Shang hesitated. Zhao Xing did not interfere. Command the soldiers to start building a city and garrison in Jaffna.

Treading on this fertile land. Chen Buqun is still terrified by the huge population base in the area. He put in place a tight guard. An order was issued to prohibit soldiers below the hundred-man squad from acting alone. Zhao Xing disagreed. He tapped his shiny whale leather boots with his horsewhip. In a relaxed tone, he said, "Don't worry. The war is over. All that remains is slaughter. You don't need a large army to conquer this land. Two hundred people are enough. ”

What Zhao Xing said was the truth. He seemed to remember that the French conquered Vietnam with 200 men. And the Spaniard Pizarro conquered the North American continent with less than 200 people. Remember when the Portuguese conquered the land. That is, soldiers in their early 100s have achieved their goal.

Right now. Perhaps the country has not yet fallen into decline because of the ongoing internal conflict. Perhaps this era was the heyday of the country. But for slave regimes. A one-sided victory. It's enough to shock each other. All he has to do now is expel him. to ensure the continuation of their rule.

Zhao Xing did not know the history of the conquest of Sri Lanka. He said this from the judgment of the expression of the locals. When the Song army entered Jaffna. The locals' expressions were fearful and helpless. But wait for the follow-up Song merchants to enter. The locals' expressions jumped to resignation and delight.

this era. The footsteps of Song Shang are all over the world. Even in such a secluded place as Jaffna. The local natives also heard of the abundance of the Song merchants. Previously, Jaffna clashes were frequent. Song Shang did not dare to set foot in it. Right now. The Song army took advantage of the power of a great victory. And in the name of the northern kingdom of Khoruna. Territorial autonomy in the Jaffna region. It was announced that the place was under the administration of the Great Song Dynasty. The local natives knew about the affluence of the Song merchants. Also aware of the lucrative profits that come with maritime trade. And Song Shang's gentlemanly demeanor has long been heard of. So he happily and convincingly removed the consciousness of resistance. Prepare to enjoy the benefits brought by Song Shang with peace of mind.

They didn't expect that. Next. The Song army was sent out to capture peasants. Start a planned capture of manpower. To help the Song merchants establish ports. Establish the name of the village. Migrate them to the Song ship. Then. Shiploads of slaves were transferred to the Great Song Dynasty. Wait for the locals to come to their senses. The population has been reduced to a quarter of its original size

However. Their calamity did not end. Jaffna port. Inside a stone house that has just been built. Song Shang and Officer Song were pointing to the map. began to divide their land.

Chen Buqun was the presiding officer of this spoils distribution conference. He drew a circle on the map of the Jaffna Peninsula. "This land is about 100,000 acres. The people of Guangzhou invested 1 million yuan in this battle. The land is yours. ”

Faulkner, the leader of the Tibetan people, shook his head like a wave drum: "No, no, no. We are businessmen. What do we want that land for? We just need the port. General Chen also said it just now. This war. It cost a total of three million kan. And our investment is 1 million. Strip away the hard-earned money of the soldiers who participated in the war. We think. The loot of this time. We occupy a quarter of what is rightfully located in the Jaffna port area. We require a quarter of the warehouses and berths. should be reasonable. ”

A Song merchant jumped up. yelled: "You are so unreasonable." My army of the Great Song Dynasty. I'm a great Song warship. The shedding ground is the blood of my Great Song. Why do you occupy a quarter of the docks? ”

Faulkner rolled his eyes. He replied arrogantly: "Your Excellency Taiwei often says: Whoever invests will profit. We invest one-third of the total quota. And your benefits aren't just for ports. As far as I know. The income of the slave catchers is also good. And then there's the island's vast farmland area. We only ask for a quarter of the port. I think that's already quite modest. ”

Zhao Xing nodded: "Not bad." I can give you a quarter. But this quarter is only the area that is currently naturalized. If the port expands. I can't promise you more. ”

Faulkner nodded. And added: "If so." We want another 30,000 acres of land. Let everyone build a manor in the countryside. Can you give permission? ”

"You're not asking too much...... All right. Ladies and gentlemen. No need to argue. There is a lot of land. Ports can be expanded indefinitely. Now it's up to you to be able to do it. Please come and claim your loot. ”

Zhao Xing said. Take out a drawing. That drawing is a plan for the whole of Jaffna. At the moment only the barracks in Jaffna have just been established. The rest of the areas are painted with their own uses. But it may be a farmland. Maybe it's a pond. Maybe it's a jungle.

on these lands. Draw many areas, large and small. Each area is marked with a corresponding estimate. Except for the docklands, which are slightly more valuable. Prices are very low in other areas. Even the inexpensive ones are outrageous. Large tracts of ready-made farmland sell for only a few copper plates per acre......

This is Zhao Xing's development plan. What he harvested was the land. Then plan on the land. Based on the amount of the merchant's sponsorship of the war. It is subscribed spontaneously by merchants. The merchant was then asked to develop according to his plan. All he does is collect taxes. Provide protection to merchants. Nothing else will be interfered with.

This novel development policy was very popular with the merchants of the Great Song Dynasty. They feel that it is their own land and they are in charge. It's a sweet way to call the shots. It makes them happy. Who knew that this practice is known in modern times as "borrowing a chicken to lay eggs". To put it bluntly. Simply call it the "empty glove white wolf".

Zhao Xing watched happily as the merchants argued over each piece of land. They fought street by street. Concessions from one warehouse to another. This scene. Looking at the ground, Zhao Xing's heart was full of joy.

There's nothing Zhao Xing doing here. He takes advantage of people's inattention. Get up quietly. Get out of the scene of the controversy.

There was also an argument outside the house. Zhao Xingwang saw that the medical officer accompanying the army was arguing with Chen Buqun about something. The group of medical officers looked excited. Chen Buqun looked very unimpressed. They didn't quarrel loudly. Zhao Xingxian was bored. He walked over to the doctor. Ask: "What's the noise?" ”

Chen Buqun shrugged. Pointing to the medical officer, he said, "Recently, many soldiers have been sick. Some people say that we have offended the plague god. The medical officers said: "The son is not a strange force. The military strictly acts in accordance with sanitary regulations. But it's still full of strange diseases. The sergeants couldn't eat. There are many people who are tired. That being the case. It's better to believe it. Do a ritual. to settle down

The group of medical officers hurriedly pushed a person forward to reason with Zhao Xing. I only heard him say confidently: "My lord." You used to say that you were away from a foreign land. Many inexplicable strange diseases are mostly caused by unclean drinking water. But now we do pay attention to our drinking water. The soldiers' excrement was also in accordance with the instructions of the Captain. Deal with it every day. Never allow it to pollute water sources.

We've done our best. But the soldiers still fell ill one after another. Even some Quang Nam generals could not tolerate the scorching heat here. At present, there is a lot of discussion in the army. I thought. To comfort the sergeant. It's beyond our reach. Thank you for your permission. The practice of opening the altar. Exorcism ......"

Zhao Xing slapped his head. Annoyed, he said, "Ahhh How did I forget the thermometer. We've made glass. Mercury is also readily available. How did you forget to make a thermometer. ”

Pause. Zhao Xing's face straightened. "Indeed," he said. In the current situation. Calming the morale of the army is beyond the duty of a doctor. It's just an altar opening practice. I can't. Before I wanted to come. There is only one god between heaven and earth. That's God. Except for the gods. There is no god of the sea in the sea. There are no mountain gods in the mountains. People are sick. Nor is it the cause of the plague god. Because the plague god does not exist. People are sick. There must be a cause. What do you think is the cause? ”

The medical officer whispered for a moment. Elect a man to come forward and answer, "Your Excellency." We think so. It's incredibly hot. Maybe it's the rising heat. Allowing the disease to spread. The treatment should be based on cool things. For example, snakeskin bear bile. Be sure to reconcile yin and yang......"

Then. The medical officer also talked about the cause of the soldier's illness from the Five Elements Bagua Theory. He thinks of metal, wood, water, fire, and earth. In the human body, they correspond to the lungs, liver, kidneys, heart, and spleen. The balance of the five elements can maintain the health of the human body and the vigorous qi and blood. The heart is on fire. People are worried when they leave their homes. Therefore, the anger is great. Leads to an imbalance of yin and yang. Fire produces earth (spleen, stomach). Therefore, the stomach is weak. And then the qi and blood are insufficient......

The medical officer said a whole bunch of medical jargon. Then he added regretfully: "I originally had herbal tea in Guangdong. to beat the heat. But the heat in Guangdong is different. Xia Guan thought. If it is hot in Guangdong, it can be counted as three points. It's very hot. Xia Guan and the others had never experienced such a situation. Unable to do so. Maybe do a ritual. It can dispel distracting thoughts in the hearts of soldiers. It may be beneficial to things. ”

Zhao Xing slowly summoned a portable craftsman. He told him how to prepare a thermometer. Order the craftsman to hurry up and prepare a few thermometers. It all was arranged. He turned slowly. "I remember hearing about the reason that eating habits are closely related to the local environment. What the locals like to eat. There must be some truth to this eating habit. What kind of food can be eaten locally so that the local people can be adapted to the growing environment? ”

The medical officer had a look of disdain on his face. There was a thud in his mouth. commented: "Those Kunlun slaves don't know what diet is. What they eat is cooked in a big pot. Slimy. To be shaped, not shaped. To be colored, no color. In addition to the strong aroma. Nothing to boast about. Speaking of aromas. That's still a weird smell. The soldiers were extremely unaccustomed to it. ”

Zhao Xing slapped his thigh. Shouted: "I see. It's moisture. The local climate is hot. People need to be hydrated a lot. So the locals eat. Even the rice is gruel-like salt. The soldiers were in the sweltering heat. After drinking a lot of water. Loss of salt in the body. So the limbs are weak. It's not a disease. It has nothing to do with the gossip of the five elements. A glass of salt water will solve the problem. Let the soldiers drink a lot of light salt water......"

After a little chat. Zhao Xing carefully explained to the doctor the role of salt in the body. He tried to tell them in a language that the ancients could understand. As he spoke. A few craftsmen brought over a few thermometers. Let Zhao Xing watch. Zhao Xing took it casually. Surprised, he asked rhetorically, "So fast?" ”

The craftsman who accompanied the army disagreed: "My lord." All you want is a glass stick. This thing is infused with mercury. It's not a trick, either. ”

Zhao Xing didn't know. It was at this time. Song Huizong went out of the palace to play. See a glass bottle. I think it's obvious. Whimsical thoughts. I want to coat the inside of the glass bottle with a layer of gold leaf. He told the royal craftsmen about the idea. The craftsman felt that the glass bottle was too small. The glass is too brittle. I can't think of a way to fulfill Song Huizong's wish...... Outcome. A glassmaker solved the problem. After he melted the gold leaf with mercury. Fill into bottles. Then shake the mercury. Let the mercury squeeze the gold leaf. Lay flat. The task of gilding the inside of the bottle was successfully completed.

This is actually a simple process of making mirrors. The people of the Song Dynasty have been using this method to make thermos for several years. It's just that no one thought of it at the time. In this way, a layer of gold or silver foil is applied to a flat glass. as a mirror.

This matter has nothing to do with Zhao Xing. In the absence of Zhao Xingdi's time and space. The glassmaker still did the gilding of the glass jars on his own. As a Great Song Glassmaker. Actually frequent exposure to mercury. So make a thermometer. For craftsmen. It's just a very inconspicuous little job. Zhao Xing was surprised. The craftsman felt that the Captain was making a fuss.

He didn't know. This moment. The first thermometer of the earth's civilization was born. It also means that there is another measure for the earth.

Zhao Xing praised repeatedly. He glanced at the thermometer. But he was taken aback by the temperature displayed on it: "What." Forty-nine degrees. Are you sure? ”

The craftsman nodded: "According to the Lord Taiwei." I treat the temperature of the ice-water mixture as zero. Boiling boiling water as Baidu. Divide 100 scales in the middle. I did exactly as the Captain commanded. There is no difference. ”

This moment. The temperature in Celsius has changed. Since then, it has been called "Zhao's temperature". The inventor was replaced by Zhao Xing.

"Forty-nine degrees. The temperature here is 49 degrees. No wonder". There are often strong winds on the sea. Zhao Xing stayed at the port. Only the heat was felt. But I don't have that breathless feeling yet. Of course. He is pampered. I live in a stone house that doesn't get through the sun. I drank ice water that came from Hokkai, Japan. There are several clippers dedicated to transporting ice for him. Naturally, I don't feel too hot. However, the soldiers are different. The barracks where the soldiers lived were rudimentary. There is no corresponding equipment to cool off. The local port of Jaffna was tossed by the Song merchants. It has been turned into a large construction site. The soldiers had nowhere to go. Naturally, I feel that the climate is very unsuitable.

Zhao Xing repeatedly confirmed the temperature in his hand. He hurriedly turned to Chen Buqun. Ordered: "There can be no delay. Immediately go to Chenla to recruit 20,000 craftsmen. Build barracks for soldiers. The barracks are to be made entirely of boulders. There is also a swimming pool in front of the door. I want you to send someone today......"

Zhenla is not far from the country of Zhuran. Walk from the sea. Bypass the Indian Red Continent and the gorge where the country is located. It is the country of Zhenla. And on land. The country of Chenla also shares a border with Vietnam. The kingdom of Chenla used to go west. It is the Gurkha kingdom.

"We have a business relationship with Chenla. You send a detachment. Tell the Song merchants there about the opening of Jaffna's port. Let them help recruit 20,000 to 30,000 stonemasons. Other than that. My guards also took up their foothold in the port of Gorkha. Go and inform them. I intend to form a Foreign Legion. Specifically responsible for the protection of overseas territories. Let them help me recruit people. ”

Pause. Zhao Xing said contemplatively: "Tell those injured and sick." Take a trip overseas. How about going back without taking a look at the local beauty. It's a pity. Tell them. I'm going to wait for them to recover. and brought them to Colombo, the capital of the king of Shilan. Take a look at the rare beauty of the world. Then they can go home. ”

The medic hadn't said anything. Chen Buqun has already replied: "I'll just say it." The teacher doesn't care about the ghosts. This message is more effective than the opening of the altar. The generals heard the news. It will definitely lift your spirits. Just wait for the teacher to lead them out. ”

The world is just so wonderful sometimes. Zhao Xing was thinking about going to Colombo for a while. Colombo sent someone to invite Zhao Xing as a guest.

It was an Arab ship. Hear the news of the Battle of the Pauk Strait. The Arabs were originally complacent. Expect the local natives to have the upper hand. made Song Shang retreat as usual. The Arabs continued to monopolize this trade route. But I didn't expect that. The Song army easily took the Jaffna Peninsula. Proof of post-mortem investigation. The Chinese side lost tens of thousands of "warships". And the Song army sank two. More than 10 ships were slightly injured. Hardly a loss.

The huge Song fleet was stationed on this stretch of ocean. Neither say go. I don't say goodbye. Meanwhile. The continent is preparing frantically for war. They removed almost all the door panels from the entire country. Preparation of "warships". In case of retaliation from the Song army. The Song army, on the other hand, was building in Jaffna. Looks like an occupying force. The Arabs sent messengers. Inquire about Song Shang's intentions. Seek to reach a compromise with Song Shang on the issue of market share.

The news of the departure of the Arab warships also alarmed the local vassal kings. The vassal king sent envoys to accompany the ship. An invitation to the garrison was sent to Zhao Xing. The envoys of the vassal kings were accompanied by local Song merchants. The local Song merchants in Colombo faced pressure from the natives and Arabs. Most are untenable. The few remaining poor families also got into contact with the Arabs through marriage. In this regard. Those Song merchants and Arabs did not contradict Zhao Xing. Because Zhao Xing also has a concubine who is Arab. And it is said to be very favorable.

Zhao Xing lazily listened to the introduction of the Arab businessman. He pointed at Chen Buqun. Say, "No." Something to negotiate with the local king. Over to you. I'm just a pioneer. Or a guide. Show you the right way. How to get around. And rely on you. Only you are awakened. Only then can I maintain the glory of the current land......"

Let's talk about it. Zhao Xing stood up idly. Walk out the door with your hands behind your back. As he walked, he said, "I've heard that Colombo is a good place. The gems there are as cheap as stones. A horse of silk for a basket of miscellaneous stones. I've heard that the scenery there is also good. I'm a tourist. Leading the soldiers to enjoy the view......"

Chen Buqun sat on the chair with a bitter face. Several Colombo Arab businessmen heard Zhao Xing's words. Hurriedly added: "Your Excellency, Captain." We have been to Guangzhou before. I have seen your heroism from afar. He also had a relationship with Lady Kasri. Pity. I couldn't meet the captain in person.

The lieutenant wants to see the view. We've got it arranged. We are going to hold a grand banquet for you at the Lion's Paw Palace. Please enjoy it, Lord Tai. ”

Zhao Xing sighed. Stopped. Rhetorical question: "Are you now free to enter and leave the Lion's Paw Palace?" That's great! ”

The muscles on the Arab businessman's face jumped. The fine orchid official sent by Colombo hurriedly explained: "Revered lord. The Lion's Claw Palace is still ours. The King of our Kingdom intends to welcome Your Excellency at the Lion's Paw Palace. We respectfully sponsored the Arab guests for this......" Zhao Xing nodded: "What do I say...... Not a group. Inform the soldiers of the news. Tell them. The Lion's Claw Palace houses the Buddha's tooth. It's the teeth of the Buddha. Didn't they want to pray for blessings? What could be more honorable than praying to the Buddha's tooth relic? ”

Chen Buqun jumped up in shock: "Buddha's tooth." Is it really the teeth of the Buddha? ”

The Colombo official puffed up proudly. Answer: "Of course!" ”

"Of course!" Zhao Xing also replied categorically: "Sri Lanka believes in Buddhism. It starts with getting the tooth of the Buddha! ”

What Zhao Xing hasn't said yet. When India demolished all the Buddhist temples. Because of the existence of the Buddha's tooth. Sri Lanka became the first country in the Buddhist world. Even India later reintroduced Buddhism from Sri Lanka. That Buddha Tooth Relic Palace is in the eyes of Buddhism. It's like the Vatican in the eyes of Tianzhu cultists. Supremacy. Sri Lanka has also become a Buddhist "papal state".

Chen Buqun grabbed the Colombo official with great interest. Utter disregard for the Arab representatives. Ask: "What is the Lion's Claw Palace?" ”

The Lion's Paw Palace is a wonder of the world. It sits on a majestic lion platform. The top of that mountain is flat. Similar to Table Mountain in South Africa. Sri Lankans built a majestic palace here. The citizens of Sri Lanka also came because of this Lion Rock Palace. It is a national symbol.

The palace was not inhabited by the emperor. It is a place where local monks worship the tooth of the Buddha and practice it. In modern times. This lion's paw palace has another name. Call it the "Hanging Garden". or the "Lost Palace...... Of course. It's not like the hanging garden, which is known as the "Seven Wonders of the World".

The Lion's Claw Palace developed to its heyday. With the migration of the Buddha's tooth, it declined abruptly. Then it disappeared silently. Until modern archaeologists have made several efforts. to find it in the right place. And dig it out of the dense jungle. The modern Lion Rock. Only the original palace swimming pool remains.

Zhao Xing stood at the door just now. Ask the Arabs if they are granted free access to the Lion's Paw. I just want to ask if this palace has suddenly disappeared.

Originally, the palace was in decline during religious conflicts. And then in the genocide of the Holocaust. So that future generations can't even tell its specific location. This was followed by a wild growth due to tropical plants. Not for two years. All the grandeur is hidden behind the grass, such as Angkor Wat, the royal capital of Chenla.

The answer of the Colombo officials seems to suggest: Arabs are arrogant. But it seems that there is still the power to enter and exit the Lion's Paw Palace at will. This made Zhao Xing even more eager to see the "disappearing palace".