Emperor Qianwu did not continue to inquire about the matter.

He was just a little skeptical about the feasibility of cutting off a river to build a hydropower plant.

"Is it really feasible to cut off rivers and build hydropower plants?" Emperor Qianwu's expression was a little dazed, and he felt like he was in a dream.

Li Changfeng said firmly: "Of course you can, when did your son deceive your father?" ”

This is exactly the reason why Li Changfeng deliberately displayed electric lights to attract the attention of Emperor Qianwu and explain so much in detail.

The construction of the hydropower station required the full support of Emperor Qianwu.

There are too many industries under his command now, and the speed of development and expansion is too fast, and there are not enough relevant talents.

The people under his command can only do technical guidance, provide relevant core equipment, and specifically deploy manpower and official cooperation, all of which need to be completed with the support of Emperor Qianwu.

Combined with the successful experience of the Ministry of Railways, in order not to be constrained by all kinds of constraints, Li Changfeng decided to establish the Ministry of Electric Power.

Although Emperor Qianwu is still a little difficult to accept, he still chooses to believe Li Changfeng: "Okay, then how do you need me to cooperate?" ”

Li Changfeng immediately said his request.

Finally, he mentioned that the real start of construction will not start until the beginning of next spring, and now only the preliminary preparations will be started.

Emperor Qianwu readily agreed.

After leaving the palace, Li Changfeng sent a team of men to start geological exploration and site selection work.

According to his plan, this hydropower station should meet the needs of the scientific research institute and the imperial palace, and on this basis, consider meeting the needs of the people in the capital.

At the same time, the relevant equipment arrived at the palace and began to be installed.

During this period, Li Changfeng's invention of electric lights spread in the capital, and everyone was surprised.

In the streets and alleys, men, women and children, are discussing this matter.

"Have you heard? His Royal Highness the Nine Emperor Princes has made a new invention, a lantern that can be lit without candles and lamp oil! ”

"Nonsense, that's a lantern, the name is electric light!"

"That's right, I heard that it is electricity, but I don't know what the store is, I can't see it or touch it, it's really incomprehensible!"

"His Royal Highness the Nine Emperor Princes has always done things in a whimsical way, who can think clearly?"

“……”

The major magnates in the capital also knew about it.

In the blink of an eye, it was time for the Great Pilgrimage Meeting again.

The civil and military officials still looked at the same as before, pinched the time to enter the palace, and walked towards the Xuanzheng Palace.

From afar, they saw that today's Xuanzheng Hall was different from the past, and the lights outside were very bright.

Looking inside through the window, it was also very bright.

Chen Dingyuan, the head of the household, was a little surprised and said: "Why is the Xuanzheng Hall so bright today?" ”

Feng Quji's face was also full of doubts, and then he seemed to think of something, his expression became excited, he didn't speak, and ran quickly towards the Xuanzheng Palace.

Ye Qingcang was stunned for a moment, and then exclaimed: "Could it be that His Royal Highness the Nine Emperor Princes has installed some kind of electric light in the palace?" ”

Although the news of electric lights has spread everywhere these days, after all, they are all important ministers of the court, and it is not good to go to watch after the lights are turned on in Li Changfeng's mansion after the curfew.

So, most of them have never seen electric lights.

Hearing Ye Qingcang's words at this time, everyone couldn't help the curiosity in their hearts, and quickened their pace and ran towards the Xuanzheng Palace.

Soon, they were in the two electric lights hanging at the entrance of the main hall.

"As the legend goes, there are no candles and no lamp oil!"

"Oh my God, how the hell does this make light?"

"This light is too bright, if only I had such a light at home, I wouldn't have to be so troublesome to get up at night!"

“……”

After a burst of exclamations, the ministers entered the main hall.

There are more electric lights inside, illuminating the Xuanzheng Palace, and the electric lights are like small suns, attracting everyone's attention.

Just when everyone was talking, Li Changfeng yawned and Shanshan was late.

When the ministers saw him, they immediately surrounded him.

"Your Highness, why does the electric light light light up without candle oil?"

"I heard that electricity turned the lights on, but what the hell is that?"

"Is this thing expensive, when will you sell it, I also want to install such a set in the house."

"That's right, Your Highness, don't sell it too expensive!"

“……”

Li Changfeng didn't have the patience to popularize physics knowledge with them again, but several ministers said that they wanted to buy electric lights, which made him very happy.

This shows that the market for electricity is very good and will definitely make a lot of money in the future.

As for selling power generation equipment, Li Changfeng has no interest.

One is that I can't look down on that bit of money.

Second, the research and manufacturing tasks of the scientific research institute are too heavy, and there is not so much manpower and time to build more generators to sell.

dealt with a few words casually, and soon Emperor Qianwu came.

After the ministers worshipped, Emperor Qianwu opened the door and saw him, pointed to the electric light in the main hall, and said, "Ladies and gentlemen, how is this thing?" ”

Prime Minister Feng Quji, who has always been low-key and easy not to express his opinions, seemed very positive, and was the first to stand up and say: "This thing is really a ingenious thing, if everyone in my country can use this thing, it will definitely be a prosperous scene!" ”

Ye Qingcang was the second to stand up: "Your Majesty, this thing is also very useful in the army, with the help of this thing, the defenders everywhere can see more clearly and farther, and they are not afraid of the enemy's sneak attack." ”

Other ministers also expressed their opinions, all of which were praises.

The opinions were all unified, and Emperor Qianwu was very happy.

He smiled proudly: "This thing was invented by my ninth son, Changfeng, who proposed the establishment of the Ministry of Electric Power and began preparations for the construction of a hydropower station. ”

As soon as the words fell, all the ministers were at a loss.

They can understand that the Ministry of Electricity must be the same organization as the Ministry of Railways, which has clear functions and responsibilities, and they are also impressed by the efficiency it shows.

But this hydropower station is difficult for them to understand.

What the hell is this stuff.

Not to mention them, even Emperor Qianwu was half-understood, so he could only look at Li Changfeng.

"Changfeng, you can explain."

Li Changfeng nodded, a little helpless.

After thinking for a moment, he said briefly: "It's to cut off the river and build a factory to generate electricity...... Electricity is something that can't be seen or touched, it's something that can make the lights on, and with a hydropower station, it can provide a steady stream of electricity, and everyone can use the lights. ”

Although he had tried his best to explain in the most understandable language, the ministers were still confused.

Li Changfeng said helplessly: "It doesn't matter if you don't understand this, you just need to wait for the installation of electric lights at home." ”

Gu Tiancheng, the secretary of the Ministry of Industry, thought for a while before asking, "Build in the river...... Hydropower stations, won't they be washed away by water? ”

Li Changfeng said with a smile: "Of course not, Master Gu underestimated the stability of the reinforced concrete structure. ”

"But how do you do it in the water?"

"This prince has his own way."

Gu Tiancheng's mouth opened and opened, and in the end, he still didn't ask other questions.

What Li Changfeng said is really incredible.

He had a lot of questions, but he didn't know where to start.

(End of chapter)