New World 1620

On the first day after the New Year's holiday, two things topped the Manhattan community.One is the land preparation work before spring plowing, and the other is the departure of the Mayflower.

More than 1000 Indian workers from various tribes on both sides of the Hudson River started logging or reclaiming land in the fertile area where the streams intersected in west Brooklyn after the snow melted.To this end, the community committee even mobilized several modified vehicles to assist.

For the vast majority of urban youths who have never had anything to do with farming all their lives, such a lively scene is indeed both exciting and puzzling.They can't even calculate how much farmland is needed to ensure that they can eat white flour every day.

Dozens of former dock workers who were born in the countryside easily and freely commanded their own teams of hired workers, teaching these Indians who only know the most primitive farming methods how to deal with the land.

Aunt Hai Huifen, who is over [-] years old, is wearing a thick red winter coat, which is particularly conspicuous in the whole wasteland reclamation team.Hai Huifen was just an honest and benevolent rural old man in Y City before crossing over, with extremely rich farming experience.On the day of the catastrophe, she was dragged into this time and space because she delivered food to her nephew who worked on the dock, but the widowed old woman is obviously stronger than many young people.

The fertile soil environment here made the old peasant women who have been dealing with the land for decades very happy. Almost all the young men who are majoring in agricultural colleges in the Ministry of Agriculture are arranging this year's agricultural plan under her guidance.After more than a month, as long as the land preparations for spring sowing are completed on time, these farmlands will become this year's spring sowing feast.

The Indian hired workers couldn't understand the chant that these Chinese men shouted when they opened up wasteland, but they were obviously shocked by the current neatly planned arable land area.For thousands of years, the North American Indian tribes, which were still basically in the fishing and hunting production stage, had no experience in such large-scale agricultural cultivation except for randomly planting corn and a few kinds of local fruits, vegetables and beans around the village.

The tribal leaders had been wary of these Chinese people who suddenly appeared in Manhattan last fall, from the initial vigilance to the current friendship and harmony, and they have been shocked by the inscrutable and obvious power and wealth of the other party.They accepted the suggestion of the Chinese with reservations, and decided to see what surprises these Chinese could bring them.

According to the 1621 agricultural production plan of the community committee, in addition to Manhattan residents themselves having to open up at least 2000 acres of farmland in Brooklyn, several Indian villages on both sides of the Hudson River should be instructed to complete a total of 3000 acres of land reclamation. The planting plan exceeds 5000 mu.To this end, they will provide extremely precious high-quality wheat and several types of vegetable and fruit vine seedlings.

These seeds are precious goods dug out from the ruins of a certain seed company’s wharf rental warehouse. Although the quantity is not large, as far as wheat is concerned, it is still enough to complete the wheat sowing of more than 3000 mu.The remaining 2000 acres will be mainly planted with North American corn.

Su Zining’s wishful thinking failed in the end. The wealth and moderate attitude of the Manhattan community caused the “land prices” to soar in Brooklyn on the west of Long Island, the entire Manhattan Island and Staten Island. The community committee paid a lot for the purchase of the above three lands A higher price tag than the $24 given by the Dutch in history-hundreds of obsolete old clothes, dozens of cast iron tools, and several stainless steel pots.And the latter still has a lot of brand new ones in the material warehouse with no place to put them.

Barring unforeseen catastrophes, this year's agricultural harvest will be enough to keep current Manhattan residents spending years ahead.But the community committee obviously did not intend to be satisfied with this. According to their plan, before 1625, the level of grain storage in Manhattan must reach the index that could theoretically supply 1 people for three years.To complete this plan, not only requires Manhattan to vigorously develop agriculture, but also requires nearby Indian tribes to follow suit. At that time, only a large number of acquisitions will be required.

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Agricultural work in Brooklyn was in full swing, but more Manhattan residents waited at the docks, waiting for the time for the Mayflower to set sail.

Adelaide, the captain of the Mayflower wearing a modern coat, was smoking a cigarette, commanding his former subordinates and more than a dozen Indian porters to deliver piles of wooden boxes packed with sackcloth. into the cabin.

Today's England captain can be described as high-spirited. He was granted an amnesty by the government of the "Chinese American Republic" shortly after he was "captured".

Although not allowed to enter the other town life like the young woman with the baby, it is clear that in the past few months in the industrial area of ​​Brooklyn, he has lived a life far superior to that of his fellow coal diggers on Staten Island.I also saw the rapid changes in the Brooklyn industrial area.

The industrial area with a lot of wooden sheds was gradually replaced by brick-and-tile-wood houses, and there were even many gray-white hard stone houses.The stone called "cement" was actually "frozen" out of the water. He even secretly carried a torch once to try to "melt" these stones to see what happened, but he was kicked away by the patrolling factory security. Besides, he didn't get any explanation.

From energy-saving lamps to diesel engines to cranes, Adelaide has begun to learn to get used to countless embarrassing appearances, and the excellent handling performance of the Mayflower has finally won him the title of "Commander of the Maritime Garrison". With the approval and appreciation of a certain high-level of the Ministry, for the first time on Christmas Day, he got a large amount of vouchers that were said to be able to replace gold coins.

Hmm... Then this English country bumpkin still hasn't learned to calm down. He bought rare commodities that he couldn't imagine in his life in the community store in the industrial area.It is said that it is a perfume intended to be sold to the French, and the crystal clear glass outer packaging is almost comparable to crystal!There are also cigarettes that are refreshing and free of impurities, and even a pan that never rusts, which is impossible to find in the entire European continent.

Everything made the poor English captain uncontrollably depressed after being excited. If he didn't know that there was a place on the opposite side that he still couldn't enter, then in his eyes, this place was already the unique country of gold and silver in the world. up!But he is just a poor man who can only fantasize across the river bank nearly a thousand meters away.

He found that he had a feeling of being unable to extricate himself. Of course, it was definitely not hatred, even though the Mayflower had clearly become the property of these "Yankees".He is melancholy that he may never be able to enter the settlement on the other side of the river to appreciate life for a day.

Finally, he got his chance, and the "U.S. government" finally signed him a long-term contract a week ago after a verbal offer of employment.During the contract period, he will become the acting captain of the Mayflower. In addition to the promised salary of 10 pounds per month, he can also get a special trade commission bonus in the subsequent voyage trade.

£10 a month salary?This treatment is enough to make any powerless European civilian sell his soul! In the early 17th century, skilled craftsmen in Europe earned a maximum of £10 a year, and those who ate bran and vegetables could support a large family.And a well-off middle-class family will not spend more than 40 pounds a year.

In addition, Adelaide is very aware of the transaction value of these "Yankee" things shipped to Europe. He can't imagine how rich the trade commission bonus will be, and he couldn't sleep all night because of it.

Now, for the first time, Adelaide stood at the pier on the other side of the river he had dreamed of, directing the final work before setting sail.There is a three-meter-high concrete wall tens of meters behind him. He just came out of it. The "luxury decoration" in a living room is still fresh in his memory. He also received a gift from a beautiful lady and is currently wearing exquisite coat.

Adelaide took off her already greasy and dirty coat in front of the young Chinese woman at the fastest speed, put on her coat tremblingly, and immediately felt that she was extraordinary.

At any rate, Adelaide considered himself lucky enough to be transported to Europe by a group of noble "members of the United States Congress."The English are no strangers to the Parliament (Parliament). Although the relationship between His Majesty King James I of England and the lords of the Parliament has not been very harmonious in recent years, they are still noble existences that ordinary people like Adelaide cannot match. The power to kill or kill ordinary people.

"Mr. Captain Adelaide, I have kept you waiting."

In Adelaide, he was fantasizing about the dream of flying to the top after hugging his thighs, when a sentence of fluent English interrupted his thoughts.

"It's my pleasure to serve you, honorable representatives!" Putting on the most submissive smile, then turning around quickly, Captain England took off his captain's cap, and gave a courtesy to the nobles to a group of young people.

The community committee acquiesced to Zhou Kemin's spoof idea, and now the young people who are going to board the boat are all in custom-made attire.

Su Zining and other "senators" were dressed in suits and leather shoes, with a cool-colored coat made of high-grade imported fabrics.The two ladies were wearing women's professional winter dresses, plus a mid-length high-end fur-collar coat for women. Of course, the slender legs exposed from the hem of the coat were covered with beautiful black stockings and high-heeled boots.

The two "officers", "Navy Lieutenant" Zhou Kemin and "Army Lieutenant" Zhu Xiaoli, were dressed in neat German gray winter army coats.The imitation military clothes unearthed from the ruins of the wharf warehouse were well modified and used.

After that, they followed the assigned medical team, the ship doctor Lao Zhao and the community hospital intern nurse Xia Qiuyun.The three accompanying armed police soldiers also put on a set of World War II German M36 military uniforms, boat caps and military coats, and carried 81 bars on their backs.

"Mr. Adelaide, in order not to cause unnecessary misunderstandings, our government can only hire English ships that remain neutral in Europe." Yan Xiaosong glanced at Zhou Kemin and the others, who were dressed as German devils in World War II, and then smiled at A Dryer made a helpless expression, "You know, to cross the Atlantic Ocean, only the use of naval warships is the most efficient way. But unfortunately, it is not suitable for us to be transported under such a tense European situation. The war machine of the United States is brought before the people of Europe."

Yan Xiaosong, who pretended to be so aggressive, made everyone who accompanied or saw him off shudder.A "cold wind" blew past the pier, coughing everywhere.

"No, I absolutely believe that even in Bohemia, no one will misunderstand the friendly attitude of several MPs."

At this time, the captain of England has already mastered the use of flattery.He has been away for many years, and he has also heard about the war between the Holy Roman Empire and the Protestant coalition forces in Bohemia.What he just didn't know was that this war started in 1618 and would last for 30 years, causing the whole of Europe to bleed and starve to death.

"Xiao Su, Xiao Yan, safety is the most important thing when going out this time, and nothing else is important! Don't worry at home, the committee will take good care of the rear for you!"

Qi Jianjun and other members of the committee all came over, and it was supposed to be Mr. Liu, the chairman, but the 69-year-old policeman who passed the New Year was at home with a cold, so the one who led the send-off team was the vice-chairman Qi Jianjun.

Looking at each other, Su Zining and Yan Xiaosong didn't know how to answer for a while.Even Su Zining, who is no stranger to "inside the system", was at a loss for such a farewell speech.

"Mr. Liu is sick, and Zheng Quan has also gone to inspect the Neiwan Fortress project. On behalf of all the elders in the community, I wish you a smooth journey and go back early." Qi Jianjun walked up and shook hands with the members of the delegation one by one, with a solemn and gentle expression. .

Go early and return early?Hmm... maybe... Su Zining took a deep breath, then smiled and raised his hand, waved to the Manhattan crossing residents with various expressions on the pier, and walked onto the board.

"One day, sister will..." Walking in front, she vaguely heard Yang Wenwen muttering behind her.As for what Yang Wenwen "wants", he can make a rough guess.

The watch pointed to 10 o'clock in the morning, the deck clock rang, and the residents at the pier finally broke the parting silence and sent various farewell wishes.The young people waved towels, the last few short boys danced and waved, and the women wiped their tears inexplicably.

January 1621, 1, Friday, the eighth day of the first lunar month, was overcast.

The Mayflower set sail from the Manhattan community pier, accompanied by the newly reorganized Maritime Guard ship 516 to the mouth of the bay, and all the guard members were speechless.When passing by the Governor's Island fortress, Su Zining turned his head and watched quietly. On the high wall of the distant fortress, a figure was standing quietly...