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Chapter 247 Science and Technology Are the Light of Human Civilization

Of course, Zhao Cheng absolutely supported Song Yingxing.

Exchanged a few old-fashioned steam engines from the system mall and handed them over to him for him to disassemble and study at will.

In addition, teaching materials, instructions for manufacturing and use, and related mechanical engineers are provided to teach and assist Song Yingxing.

Most importantly, Zhao Cheng dispatched a group of teenagers from the school.

These youngsters were all students who had received several months of training at the school. They were able to read and write. The group with the best grades were selected to study with Song Yingxing.

When Zhao Cheng brought Xu Guangqi in, Song Yingxing was installing and adjusting a steam engine, and he was dirty all over, directing the young assistant to pass things to him.

A group of teenagers gathered around, watching seriously.

"This is Song Yingxing?"

Xu Guangqi was slightly surprised.

To Zhao Cheng's surprise, Xu Guangqi didn't even know Song Yingxing.

However, it's normal to think about it. Although the two people have many similarities in their hobbies.

However, Xu Guangqi has reached his later years. According to the historical trajectory, he had only a few months left to live.

Moreover, Xu Guangqi is in the cabinet.

And Song Yingxing is still young, just a small county magistrate in Zhejiang, and he hasn't even started writing the most famous "Tiangong Kaiwu".

The difference in age and status between the two is too great.

It is normal for Xu Guangqi not to know Song Yingxing.

"Yes!" Zhao Cheng nodded, "He is also a technological madman. Looking back, I plan to establish an academy of sciences, which will be completely independent from other institutions, without being responsible to anyone, and can conduct scientific research freely and independently. I will formulate The next law is to allocate a certain percentage of money from taxation every year and give it to you to support your work."

"Is what the commander-in-chief said true?" Xu Guangqi couldn't help but get excited.

A certain percentage of the arrears is allocated from taxes and given to the Academy of Sciences; then, the Academy of Sciences is completely independent from other institutions, not responsible to anyone, and can freely and independently conduct scientific research...

This is something he didn't even dare to think about before!

"Of course it is true! One day, when I conquer the world, the status of the Academy of Sciences will be extremely lofty, and the status of the president of the Academy of Sciences will be equal to that of the emperor. Everyone in the world must respect science and be able to freely imagine and Create, in this way, we will have an endless stream of good things invented, and people's lives will become more convenient, richer, easier and more enjoyable. Only the talents of the Academy of Sciences should become the idols and heroes of the whole people." Zhao Cheng said.

These words made Xu Guangqi's blood boil.

"I have no regrets in this life! I have no regrets in this life! I left that little county magistrate behind and came to a strong place to work with the commander-in-chief!"

Song Yingxing's eyes lit up with excitement when he heard Zhao Cheng's words.

"In the eyes of outsiders, these are all weird skills, which cannot be put on the stage. Only with the commander-in-chief, these are science and technology, and they are the light of human civilization! For the Academy of Sciences, for these science and technology to shine in the future, So why not sell my life, Song Yingxing, to the Marshal!"

"No! Mr. Song's words are wrong. Everyone's life is his own; everyone's struggle should be for himself. We can't use the truth to kidnap anyone's thoughts, let alone PUA any People, let them contribute something for the overall situation. Everyone's struggle should also be rewarded equally, so that the society will become better and better."

Zhao Cheng's voice was very sincere.

Everyone present, including Song Yingxing and Xu Guangqi, listened very carefully.

Zhao Cheng would often come up with some new words, such as PUA, they didn't know what it meant, but it didn't affect their understanding of the whole passage.

"What the commander-in-chief said is a little different from what we usually say, but... why do I feel that what the commander-in-chief said is more correct!" Song Yingxing nodded.

"Haha!" Zhao Cheng laughed, "Of course what I said is right. Both of you grew up in the parents of ordinary people. Whether it is ordinary people or rich and famous families, educating your own children is to let the children grow up in the future. To be promising, to be an official, to honor your ancestors, to make a good living and make money. How can you teach children to say, don’t take care of yourself in the future, and focus on serving the country? That kind of words are only heard in dramas, and there is no such thing in reality. Why do we have to ask everyone to do this? Everyone can't do it, only you fool me, I fool you, and make this society a hypocritical society."

"It makes sense! Listening to your words is better than reading ten years of books!" Xu Guangqi nodded with emotion.

"So, in the future, whenever someone researches something good, I won't just give you honorary rewards, I will let you get economic benefits, and I will make your descendants rich and prosperous. For example, this steam engine, I I hope both of you, Song Yingxing and Xu Guangqi, can do it. After you have made them, I support you to establish two brands, both of which produce steam engines and compete with each other. I hope you will continue to update and produce more steam engines with better quality. " Zhao Cheng said.

"Our two brands in the city both produce steam engines? This... how do you make it? The technology of this steam engine is originally yours, and I am very lucky to be able to participate in it personally. How can I be greedy? Take it for yourself?" Song Yingxing hurriedly shook his head.

He still has this self-knowledge.

"Where did you come from such greedy power!" Zhao Cheng smiled and waved his hands, "I got these technologies from the inheritance of the Mohists and the mantle of Prime Minister Zhuge. These are the treasures of our nation. Through my hands, It is normal to pass on to the virtuous and capable people. Not only the steam engine technology, but also a lot of technology in my hand, which will be passed on to interested people through universities, through the Academy of Sciences, and let them open factories. To produce machinery and equipment, to produce various products, only by building more factories can we drive employment, create more things, and let the common people live a better life. This matter is settled like this, one you Song Yingxing, one you Xu Guangqi, the two of you will be the founding members of the Academy of Sciences, and at the same time, the two earliest steam engine manufacturers. I hope you two will compete hard, improve a lot, let the steam engine continue to be updated, and the steam engine will run all over the land of China as soon as possible."

There was no doubt in Zhao Cheng's tone.

"Xu Guangqi... this old gentleman is Mr. Xu Ge?"

Song Yingxing suppressed the excitement in his heart, and only then did he react.

"This old man is Xu Guangqi. Mr. Song is so young that he can already assemble a steam engine. He is really a formidable young man." Xu Guangqi said.

"Mr. Xu is polite. Song Yingxing has heard of Mr. Xu's name a long time ago, and he yearns for him!" Song Yingxing's expression now is like a fan meeting an idol.

"Stop flattering each other, the two of you. I will select some young students for you in the school to be your assistants. Each of you will form a team and make a steam engine. Of course, apart from this steam engine, everything you see You can make the latest technologies and fancy inventions, and I support you all. Then, compare and see who can build a factory first and start mass production of steam engines. Whose factory can be the first to roll out the first steam engine , The model of this steam engine is named after him." Zhao Cheng said.

The eyes of both Xu Guangqi and Song Yingxing were bright, and they were filled with fighting spirit.

Anyone with a little brain knows how amazing and great the steam engine is.

This must be an artifact that can change the course of history.

If you can name it after yourself... just thinking about it makes people feel excited!

After arranging a team for Xu Guangqi, Zhao Cheng acted as the shopkeeper and left with peace of mind.

These are two technology madmen who gave them the team and the technology to create their own steam engine. I believe it is only a matter of time.

Cao Bianjiao looked bleak.

He has received the imperial decree from Chongzhen.

It is the imperial decree, not the central decree.

The cabinet of Ming Dynasty played a very important role.

If the emperor wants to issue an imperial edict, it doesn't count if he says it himself.If the emperor oversteps the cabinet, the decree issued is called the central decree.

Strictly speaking, Zhongzhi is illegal, and whether it is obeyed or not depends on the mood of the officials.

What really has the force of law is the imperial decree.

The imperial decree is that the emperor first gives instructions, and then the cabinet uses a seal... It means that both the emperor and the cabinet agree with this matter, so the people below have to be careful and follow through.

What Cao Bianjiao received was the imperial decree.

Not only did the imperial decree not reward him for his hard work and capture, and he swore to the death that he would not be a thief. Instead, he scolded him fiercely.

Not knowing how to sympathize with the king's heart, intending to force against good ministers, is tantamount to rebellion...

The words one by one, like a sharp arrow, pierced Cao Bianjiao's body with cuts and bruises.

On the other hand, what Zhao Cheng received was an imperial decree of commendation, and even the eunuch who passed the decree personally sent Zhao Cheng a reward of gifts. The piles of silk piled up like hills.

Cao Bianjiao was dumbfounded.

What's wrong with this world?
The one who rebelled was obviously Zhao Cheng!How could the rebel be rich and honored, and highly praised, but he, a loyal minister, was scolded bloody, and was even stripped of his official position and demoted to a commoner.

"How are you convinced?" Zhao Cheng asked with a smile.

"Hmph!" Cao Bianjiao snorted coldly, stiffened his neck, and didn't want to say anything more to Zhao Cheng.

"A foolish and loyal person like you makes me hesitate. Do I have to go to all lengths to recruit you?"

Zhao Cheng rubbed his forehead, really hesitated.

He originally admired a fierce man like General Xiao Cao.

But Cao Bianjiao is obviously foolish and loyal!
Foolish loyalty to the court!Foolish loyalty to Chongzhen!
The thought of foolish loyalty is something that Zhao Cheng must severely crack down on.

This makes people very tangled.

"Kill me!" Cao Bianjiao closed his eyes.

Now he has some broken ideas.

"Oh, is General Cao going to break his promise? Don't forget the bet we made. If you lose now, you should rely on me." Zhao Cheng said.

Cao Bianjiao hung his head and remained silent, but his face flushed a little.

He is bold and unrestrained, and has always kept his word.

He never thought of losing the bet before, so he made this bet. Unexpectedly, he really lost.

But if you really want to rely on Zhao Cheng, you will violate the righteousness in his heart...

"Forget it, you don't need to rush to make a decision. I will arrange for your servants to dig coal first, but don't worry, I will not arrange too dangerous jobs for them. I will treat them like ordinary coal miners. Just don't give them money.

Then, you can stay in the strong place these days, take a good walk, and take a good look.Remember, don't even think about running away.If you run away, I can only kill all your subordinates to vent my anger. "

Zhao Cheng believes that the environment can change a person the most.

The reason why Cao Bianjiao has the thought of foolish loyalty is because of the environment in which he lived before.

If you let him take a look at the new things in the strong field, I believe he can reverse the values.

If it really can't be reversed... Zhao Cheng can only think of other ways to settle Cao Bianjiao.

"Come here, take General Cao down. Tell the Civil Affairs Bureau to arrange a house for General Cao, a two-bedroom apartment. In addition, give General Cao [-] yuan a month for living expenses, and let him move freely in Qiangdi." Zhao Cheng turned his head. commanded.

"Yes, Commander." Someone agreed and stepped forward and said, "Please, General Cao."

"You really want to let me go?" Cao Bianjiao froze for a moment.

He is a fierce general, as long as he is released, he thinks he can snatch a horse and escape when the soldiers of the conscript army are negligent.

"Of course it's true. Please!" Zhao Cheng smiled.

"Thanks!"

Cao Bianjiao was also a straightforward person, so he stopped talking nonsense when he saw this, thanked him, and followed the soldier out.

The soldier took him to the Civil Affairs Department to get a [-]-yuan food stamp, and then took him to arrange a house for him.

This is a five-story building that has just been built.

The walls are built with red bricks and the roof is covered with blue tiles.

A five-story building is not high, but in Cao Bianjiao's view, it is already quite spectacular.

This kind of building cannot be seen from the outside, only in strong places, it can be seen everywhere.

Cao Bianjiao discovered that the soldier had arranged for him in room 202 on the second floor.

On the same floor, there are four other families.

The soldier sent him in, left him the key, and left.

"The room is a bit small, but it is spacious and bright. The furniture is not bad. I don't know who lives next door?"

Cao Bianjiao subconsciously felt that such a good room should not be affordable for ordinary people.

Could it be that this floor, or even this building, was imprisoned by Ming generals like him?

Cao Bianjiao let out a slight breath.

"Your Highness! It's so warm in this room!"

Just when Cao Bianjiao was filled with emotion, Princess Le'an and Qiu Qing had just stayed in a hotel.

This is a newly opened hotel called Swan Lake Hotel.

The name sounds really nice.

Princess Le'an and Qiu Qing lived in the emperor's apartment, and they charged ten taels of silver for one night.

You know, at this time, many people's living expenses for a year can't use more than ten taels of silver!

(End of this chapter)