Da Qin: I exposed myself as a time traveler, why are you Zhao Gao panicking?

Chapter 173 How can an armored warship float on water?

Qin Chi paused and continued: "The wonderful use of money banks is not only to save money and collect interest, but also to encourage businessmen to take loans and do business, and use money to make money."

"In this way, it will not only relieve the cost of warships, but also promote business prosperity and increase tax revenue."

In the past, Qin Chi proposed to the imperial court that he should set up a bank to gather the world's wealth to help with national projects and support people's livelihood.

However, when this proposal first came out, many ministers in the court had doubts, thinking that this law would emphasize business and suppress agriculture, which might damage the country's foundation.

In the end, it was Qin Chi who overcame all opinions and explained the pros and cons, finally getting Zulong to agree and order him to take charge of the matter.

"Your Majesty, the imperial court is discussing the construction of warships and is short of money. At this time of crisis, this bank's strategy is just right!"

"In the past, all the ministers were ignorant and did not realize its benefits, but now they know how wonderful it is!"

"Your Majesty, please summon Xiao He to the palace and order him to submit the bank's account books to solve the court's urgent needs!"

When Zulong heard this, his eyes lit up and he hurriedly summoned Xiao He into the palace.

After a stick of incense, I saw Xiao He, led by the eunuch, holding an account book and saying: "Your Majesty, since the bank was opened, many businessmen have come to lend money."

"They were either used to expand operations or purchase goods. The monthly repayments are in good condition and there are no arrears."

Qin Chi took over the conversation and said: "Your Majesty, please see, this is the beauty of the bank. Businessmen take loans to do business, and pay back the money with interest after making profits."

"In this way, money flows like water, which not only solves the cost of warships, but also promotes commercial prosperity."

After saying this, Qin Chi turned to look at Zhisu Neishi, who was ranked among the nine ministers, and said: "I would also like to ask your Majesty to report the current tax situation to your majesty."

Hearing this, Zhisu Neishi bowed and said, "Your Majesty, since the opening of the bank, business has prospered and tax revenue has also increased."

Qin Chi put his hands behind his back and said with a smile: "If this trend continues, the cost of the warship will be settled within three months."

After hearing this, Zulong was very excited and stood up: "Okay! Okay! Okay! Aiqing is really talented in the world!"

"With the help of this bank's ingenious plan, why worry about the uncertainty of the world?"

"Pass on my decree and order all counties and counties to vigorously promote the bank system! I want to witness the prosperity of the Qin Dynasty with my own eyes!"

However, just when the civil and military officials of the Manchu Dynasty were overjoyed that Qianzhuang's plan had solved an urgent need, Qin Chi looked solemn and poured a basin of cold water on him.

He continued: "Your Majesty, although our Great Qin warship is large in scale, we cannot be too complacent."

"The sturdiness and durability of the warships have yet to be tested! I believe that in order for our Great Qin warships to truly sail the sea without hindrance, we must have iron-armored warships!"

Qin Chi's words are like a huge stone thrown into a lake, causing thousands of waves!

All the officials were moved by it, and their shock was beyond words!

They stared at Qin Chi with wide eyes, as if they wanted to see through the Tingwei's heart.

"Iron-armored warship? This... this is unheard of and unseen!" An old minister said in disbelief with a trembling voice.

Before he finished speaking, someone next to him echoed: "Yes, Ting Weiqing, is this true? The iron armor wraps the hull. Isn't it extremely heavy? How can it sail on the sea?"

Everyone agreed one after another, and the voices of discussion continued one after another.

They were either surprised, curious, or worried, forming an indescribable atmosphere.

In this atmosphere, Qin Chi still looked calm, as if he had already anticipated the reactions of the officials.

He smiled slightly and said unhurriedly: "This armored warship did not come out of nowhere."

"Although the iron armor will increase the weight of the ship, as long as it is properly designed and properly configured, it can still ensure the sailing speed of the warship."

"Moreover, iron armor can protect against enemy arrows and artillery, and can withstand sea waves. Its advantages far outweigh its disadvantages."

After Qin Chi finished speaking, all the officials were still immersed in shock!

They looked at Qin Chi with eyes full of awe and curiosity, as if there were endless mysteries hidden in this Tingwei.

They knew that Qin Chi's words were true. This minister who has always been extremely favored by His Majesty must have brought another shocking innovation to the Qin Dynasty.

Many people have almost forgotten that he is a time traveler!

Zulong sat on the high platform, frowning and asked: "Are you serious about this?"

He looked surprised. Everyone in the world knew how heavy iron was, and it was hard to imagine how a ship made entirely of iron could float on the rough sea, let alone fight.

Moreover, iron is easy to rust, repairing it is extremely difficult, and the loss is immeasurable!

For a time, there was a lot of discussion in the court, so most people were still skeptical about what Qin Chi said.

Qin Chi saw that everyone was puzzled, and even Lao Zhao looked very disbelieving. He shook his head slightly and slowly explained: "Your Majesty, the 'iron-armored warships' mentioned by me are not all made of iron."

"In fact, it is mainly made of steel and smelted with many minerals!"

"This steel is different from that iron. It is light and tough. It can not only protect against enemy arrows and rocks, but also resist the invasion of wind and waves!"

"And after special treatment, it is not easy to rust, and repair is not difficult."

As soon as this statement came out, everyone suddenly realized!

Only then did they understand that the "iron-armored warship" Qin Chi mentioned was not a true all-iron ship!

If this is the case... This not only solves the defense problem of the warship, but also greatly reduces the weight of the hull and increases the sailing speed!

Zulong was also satisfied with Qin Chi's explanation.

He knows Qin Chi's talent well and believes in what he says!

Then he addressed the ministers and said, "What I love you to say makes sense."

"Although iron-armored warships cost a lot of money, once successful, the benefits will be endless! I am determined to build iron-armored warships to enhance the prestige of our Great Qin! What do you think, sir?"

When the ministers heard this, they all looked at each other in confusion.

This discussion of armored warships is indeed an unprecedented challenge.

They are well aware of the difficulties involved. Not only is it difficult to make light steel that is not easy to rust, let alone wrapping it around a ship's hull to create a huge iron-armored warship.

Just when everyone was frowning, Qin Chi mentioned the previous reform of the craftsmen who would be the Shaofu.

He said slowly: "Your Majesty, I think that we can set up a science academy in the General's office alone to gather the world's most skilled craftsmen to jointly research new things."

"This academy should provide craftsmen with special promotion opportunities to encourage their innovative aspirations."

"If this is the case, the skills of our country, Great Qin, will surely improve with each passing day, far surpassing those of other countries."

As soon as this statement came out, everyone was shocked!

The ministers were dumbfounded, and their hearts were extremely shocked.

The proposal to establish the Academy of Sciences is truly unprecedented, unprecedented and unheard of.

However, when I think about Qin Chi's words carefully, I feel that they are reasonable and far-sighted.

In the eyes of everyone, although the craftsmen of Jiang Zuo Shaofu are highly skilled, they have always been responsible for the production and repair of some strange and ingenious artifacts, and rarely involve themselves in other fields.

But Qin Chi proposed to bring these skilled craftsmen together to set up a special academy of science to jointly study new things!

This move not only broke the traditional craftsman system, but also closely integrated with the creation of Kit Kat crafts, injecting new vitality.

What's more, Qin Chi also proposed to give the craftsmen the opportunity to be promoted specifically to stimulate their ambition to innovate.

In this way, talented and ambitious craftsmen will have a place to display their talents and skills.

Da Qin will also have more talent reserves as a result.

(End of this chapter)