living in 16th century england

Chapter 27

Matthew didn't realize that the poor man had a cold at this time, he just disliked it.

Then he took out a small bottle, poured some alcohol and wiped it twice.

It wasn't made by him, that "partner" researched it a bit slowly.Remember the thing about leasing the monastery land?Now his father is a "devout Catholic" certified by the monastery.So I got a few bottles that were said to be very "expensive" gifts.

As for that unlucky guy, the young follower splashed... with seawater again, but he didn't wake up.Had to drag him to the weapon shop to prevent him from being ransacked.

Matthew: "Go, go home."

The young follower: "Matthew, why don't you find a place to live nearby, it's a waste of time to run back and forth like this."

Matthew smiled and said: "That's right, Billy, I have intended it for a long time... Funds were tight in the past, but now it's different... I will build one for you at that time, and we will still be neighbors. But I don't want to live in the city Li... what do you think of the beach?"

Unexpectedly, Billy said: "I don't want a house, give me a boat."

Need a boat instead of a house?Although the boat is several times more expensive than the house, Matthew still said straightforwardly:

"it is good."

"You want to be the owner of the ship?"

Billy: "No, I just want to be the captain."

Be the captain?Matthew thought for a while: "Then you have to learn how to control the sails and use the sea wind first."

Billy still led the horse without looking back: "Of course."

The two hurried on their way silently, and Matthew suddenly said, "Why do you want to be the captain all of a sudden?"

Billy: "I haven't been out in the sea before, but I've done a few trips recently...it feels...pretty good."

Some people have only fear of the sea after seeing the sea.Some people, on the contrary, yearn for the sea even more.

Even if they knew that there would be turbulent waves ahead, they couldn't stop them from riding the waves again.

Billy was undoubtedly such a man.

Matthew: "You can learn from anyone you want... When you think you can be a captain, come to me... I will build you the best boat... the more reliable and stronger one."

Billy turned around: "Okay."

This time the flu spread from the UK to Italy, Spain, France and then the whole of Europe.took many lives.

Resisting with life is the only way for human beings to deal with such things in this era.Because doctors at this time are extremely unreliable, basically, you can equate them with murderers.

But Matthew still has a way.He urgently collected all the ginger he could find, which was a must for Hawkins Manor.But the quantity was not enough, so I purchased some more.Set up an iron pot to boil in Plymouth.

Ginger soup, of course sugar is added, does anyone add salt?
It is said that ginger was introduced to England in the 11th century.Weird, how did they manage to turn 'food is bad' into a UK-specific label now that they have this baby?

Sugar was introduced to Europe by the Arabs in the 13th century, known as platinum.I don't know if it's true or not. Before the mid-16th century, sugar was not a luxury but a rarity.Later, the price was reduced and it was called a luxury.It was not until the end of the 18th century that sugar began to enter the field of vision of ordinary people.

For Matthew, it was just gold coins. Although it was only a few pounds, it was pure luck to be able to buy it.Giving with something like gold?Both Andrew Daisy and Danny opposed it, and only Anna agreed.

Matthew's answer: "Sugar is just bait...but it's for their own good."

Any Plymouth resident, if desired, can come and drink a bowl of ginger syrup.Of course, the sweetness is poor.Even so, it caused a stir.

The result is... the next day, each person is limited to one bowl.On the third day, the sugar was gone.Ginger water pipe is enough.But there are still many people who drink.

Because the hot and thick ginger soup has an immediate effect, it can greatly relieve the symptoms and discomfort of cold patients.As long as you drink it, say yes, it doesn't matter if there is sugar or not.

With Matthew taking the lead, the price of Devonshire ginger skyrocketed, and the effect of this thing began to be widely known.

Since then, ginger has become a must-have crop for farmers in Devonshire. With the demonstration of boiling ginger, the sales of iron pots have also begun to increase.Clay pots seem cheap, but their durability is very poor, and they will break if you are not careful.

Sometimes it burns and burns, and it cracks inexplicably.Most of the people waiting to eat were also cracked.

An iron pot weighs five or six catties, and Matthew only sells it for 40 pence in Plymouth, which is 2 shillings.This is already a discounted price.Double that in the field.

Moreover, the iron pot can be used for many years, and the overall calculation is not expensive.Of course, it takes half a year to boil salt day and night, and seawater is corrosive.Age and age are not the same thing.

That's all Matthew can do.Someone drank ginger syrup and complained loudly that he wanted to write a report on the royal funds being squandered so recklessly.

Matthew turned a deaf ear to it, anyway, he was playing under the banner of Henry VIII.Of course, the King is far away, and the Baron of the Isles of Scilly is close at hand.

Can it be more enjoyable than using the king's money to gain fame and fame?
It was later discovered that nearly [-] people died of colds in Exeter next door, and only a dozen in Plymouth.Immediately caused a sensation in the whole city.But that's another story.

It was another sunny day, and Matthew and the man in black went to Plymouth port again.The entourage was replaced by a younger boy, a few months younger than Danny.

The man in black: "Where's your entourage?"

Matthew: "Isn't it?"

The man in black: "...it's not this one, it's the one who carries the short spear all day long."

Matthew: "He has grown up and has his own ideals."

The black-robed man wondered: "Aren't you the same age? You're talking as if you are old."

Matthew: "... I'm precocious... Do you know that when you are young and mature?"

Although he couldn't see the expression of the man in black, he was obviously smiling.

Matthew was upset: “what are you laughing at?”

The man in black: "Okay, cough... your clothes are really weird. I heard... uh... people say that you always wear strange clothes."

Matthew: "There are too many fancy dresses in England, and I'm not missing one."

The man in black nodded, and then adjusted his helmet: "...that's true."

Matthew was expressionless: "You seem a little restless recently, don't run to my house all day... Be careful that I break your leg."

The black-robed man immediately surrendered: "Yes yes yes... Let's say yes first, don't hit me in the face again."

Matthew looked at his visor thoughtfully.This guy is very handsome, he has a good background, he can write and draw, he is better than those local rich men.It's a pity that he is the second son, with no money and no property.

"Why didn't you enter the monastery like everyone else, but went to Xiaoyao Palace instead?"

The man in black thought for a while: "I'll tell you a secret..."

Matthew is very cooperative: "... what is it?"

The man in black said in a low voice: "My father told me that whoever believes in that thing is an idiot."

Matthew suddenly sneered: "You heretic! Are you not afraid that I will tell the monastery?"

People in black robe think who are you scaring?

"Come on... I've been here for two months, but I haven't seen you go to church. Hehehe..."

Matthew said nonsense: "The church is only built by ordinary people, but God keeps in my heart... huh..."

The man in black suddenly said: "I'm asking you something. You have only met the king a few times. Why did he cancel the original plan and insist on ennobling you as a nobleman?"

Original plan?What about Baker's £2500?Matthew asked vigilantly, "Why are you asking this?"

The man in black: "It's nothing, I just want to learn... Do you know, because of this incident, your reputation has spread throughout England. I guess there is no nobleman who has never heard of your name."

Matthew: "Really?"

The man in black: "..."

"If you don't want to say it, forget it."

Matthew smiled: "Do you know what the king likes?"

The man in black: "Of course I know, he likes music the most."

Matthew was a little confused: "Watt? Like music?"

The black-robed man wondered: "You don't even know this?"

Matthew: "Doesn't he like martial arts competitions?"

The man in black laughed twice: "The king is both civil and military...I once heard him play the harp...I dare to swear to God, there is no one in England who can play better than him."

Matthew was dumbfounded: "You said he likes music because he made it himself? Didn't he listen to other people's music?"

The man in black laughed and said, "It seems that you really don't know. The king can not only play, but also compose music."

Matthew was shocked, that future greasy big fat man is actually a musician?Why don't those gossips never mention this?How many wives did he marry?How many wives did you kill?

When we arrived at the port, a group of people were already waiting.

The chief engineer and director of the shipyard: "Your Excellency Baron Scilly, please board the ship."

Matthew: "Everyone, I've changed my mind. Now, everyone who participated in the construction of this boat, come up to me. I'll take you to London."

The chief engineer was a little dumbfounded: "...Dear baron, there are too many ships under construction now, which will affect the progress..."

Matthew smiled and said, "You're right, but...it doesn't matter if you delay for a few days."

"In the future, this should become a common practice. Whoever builds the boat will be the first to go on the trial. After 5 years, if the boat is still in good condition, I will also give bonuses. Moreover, all future boats will also follow this Convention. The more you build, the more bonuses you get."

Someone in the crowd shouted, "How much is that?"

Matthew: "How much do you think it should be?
The man didn't expect the baron to ask such a question, so he became dumb suddenly.The shipwrights were very interested, some said one gold coin, some said two gold coins.Talking all over the place.

Matthew smiled slightly: "No matter how many people there are, 10 gold coins will be shared equally by the builders."

The crowd was in an uproar.

There were only three people who built this boat at the beginning, and one more was added after a while. Four people shared 10 gold coins?Ordinary shipwrights earn 10 gold coins a year, which is already in the sky.There are only 20 total workers.Baron crazy?Or is there too much money to spend?

But this has nothing to do with them, and everyone immediately cheered.

Matthew thought to himself that the British at this time were really simple.This kind of bridle can't be seen, which is great.

At that time, what are a few gold coins worth?The most important thing is to tie up these shipwrights.The more you build, the more bridles.It is impossible to give a penny to those who run away with buckets.One for half a year, maybe one for half a year in the future, one for a year.If you want to get more, you must ensure durability and speed.The best of both worlds.

In the era of manual workshops, skilled workers are the most valuable.

As long as the reputation of the Hawkins Shipyard goes out, are you afraid that you won't be able to make money?Some people buy it at a higher price.

The captain of the Little Donkey is a pirate captain. He just came back from hauling coal, so he was dragged out.

For a two-masted trading ship, two people are usually required for one mast. If the ship is sailing day and night, three groups of people are required, that is, six.But this era usually stops the ship at night.So 6 is a common configuration.Two are 4.Plus the lookout, usually ten sailors.Any chores are done by off-duty people.After all, no one sleeps for 8 hours, and neither does the captain.This is already a relatively well-off staffing.In order to save a few cents, many captains even have 12 people.

But there are fewer Sino-Ocean people. It’s okay to persist for a few days.Sailors can rebel.The captain will also "disappear".

In order to test the speed of the ship to the maximum extent, the crew of the little donkey is supernumerary, a captain, an accountant and three mates are a complete team, not counting.There are 12 masts and 3 lookouts, a total of 15 sailors.

Full laden with all manner of goods, all from Plymouth, even soap.

Matthew originally wanted to install a total of 24 French machines on the bow and stern of the ship.But the shipwrights desperately objected, boss, is this a "fishing boat", okay?You get a 12-ton cannon, how can the speed be increased?None.

Matthew had no choice but to compromise, and assembled ten doors together.In fact, he doesn't have that many cannons... The foundry currently only has one iron-smelting furnace... Not enough manpower.

On Plymouth Pier, many people are watching.The slender, handsome brig was leaving port at half sail.

"Look at the draft... it should be fully loaded, right?"

"It doesn't look like it, there should be room for it."

The waters here are wide, and the land on both sides goes deep into the sea. The width of the port is nearly 5 kilometers.So within a few minutes, it entered the full sail state, with the bow sail, stern sail, top sail, and all kinds of sails fully opened.Like a blooming white lotus.

Someone asked: "Why does it have so many sails? Is the mast too high? Horizontal sails... have you ever seen such a long one?"

Topsails, front topsails, sternsails, backtopsails, and backtopsails all appeared in the 16th century.For the sake of speed, Matthew's slogan is ~ As long as there is still a chance, put a sail on me.Even at the rudder.

The direction of the wind was just right, and the little donkey rushed out of the port like an arrow off the string in a blink of an eye.

All kinds of people on the pier were stunned.Speed ​​up so fast?

Someone shouted: "How many knots is this?"

...

green sleeves

british folk songs
Author: Flute player Henry VIII

Translation of the Book of Songs～Original Author: Lianbo
I am heartbroken, and the Iraqi people don't care.

Abandon me and go away, depression is unbearable.

My heart belongs to each other for a long time.

Relying on each other with Qing, the earth will last forever.

Green sleeves move, my heart is happy.

The green sleeves are fluttering, and I am crazy.

The green sleeves are shaking, and my heart is flowing.

Green sleeves forever, not my bride.

I snuggle up together, soft and fragrant.

I promise to myself, it doesn't matter if I sacrifice myself.

If you want to live forever, you will be rewarded in this life.

Looking back at Huan Ai, looking around the vast expanse.

Yiren is separated from the dust, and I am also hopeless.

The harp at the other end gradually became thinner and louder.

People are eternally dead, and their hearts are free from frost.

Rebuke love, rebuke love, green sleeves are impermanent.

The green sleeves are gone, and I will pay for the flow.

I burn my heart and send a message to God.

My heart is still blazing, not extinguished nor hurt.

Standing among the ridges, waiting for Yi to return home.

(End of this chapter)