The lack of ships is certainly a weakness of Jiannu, but if the sea surface of the offshore islands is frozen, it may not repeat the tragic incident of Juehua being broken.

Especially the Shinyiju and Tieshan, which were temporarily borrowed from North Korea, are only separated by the Yalu River and are likely to become the target of Jiannu's attack.

Not afraid of ten thousand, just fear of what if.

Based on the principle of being careful and no big mistakes, Zhu Youxiao sent secret messages to Xiong Tingbi and Teacher Yuan, asking them to urge their subordinates to make complete preparations.

As for the large-scale eagle gun, it was to deal with Jiannu's efforts to strengthen armor protection after his failure and strive to give him another unexpected heavy blow.

Although the light combroach gun, which is the Lumi gun equipped by the Ming army, has been much more powerful than the bird gun. However, due to the relationship between charging, lead bullets and holding the breath, the penetration power at a longer distance will be greatly weakened.

In other words, if Jiannu further strengthens the thickness of the armor, he dare not say that he can definitely resist it, but it will greatly reduce casualties and weaken the power of the musket.

Zhu Youxiao did not have to summarize after the war and was busy changing equipment, but instead made speculations on the evolution and development trajectory of the musket.

In history, the development process of muskets from light to heavy, and from heavy to light was generated with changes in armor.

The emergence of light muskets has led to the rapid development of armor-making technology, such as European steel plate armor.

When it was discovered that the light musket was not lethal enough to the armor, heavy muskets began to be manufactured and equipped in large quantities.

The amazing range and power of the heavy-duty combsman made the thickness of the armor continue to increase. When the thickness increased to seven to eight millimeters, the development of the armor finally came to an end.

It’s not that it can’t be made thicker, but that the heavy armor is no longer a burden that soldiers can bear. In desperation, the thickness of the armor gradually declined.

The tendency of lightweight armor makes the heavy-duty combston seem overpowering and too bulky, and also has high requirements for soldiers.

Therefore, the weight and caliber of the heavy-duty combs also gradually decreased. First, the musket between light and heavy-duty, then continued to be lightened and the forks were cancelled, and the equipment rate in the army became higher and higher.

Finally, with the advent of flintlock rifles and bayonets and common equipment, not only did the cold weapons and weapons be completely eliminated, but the spear and shield were finally over, and the long-term competition was over.

These deductions, without even having too many brain cells from Zhu Youxiao, have planned and determined the changes and directions of the Ming army's firearms to be equipped for decades.

This is also the biggest advantage of time travelers. Others take one step at a time and learn from experience and lessons to develop.

He took three steps in one step, always ahead of his opponent, and did not have to pay any price before summarizing and improving.

After hearing Sun Yuanhua's guarantee, Zhu Youxiao could feel relieved. He trusted Sun Yuanhua and would never cheat at work.

But - just don't be so studious and curious. Seeing Sun Yuanhua bowing and playing, Zhu Youxiao subconsciously rolled his eyes.

"Long live, why do we add lead powder to the glass liquid and stir it with clay rods to create better quality glass?"

What is scraped off is not lead powder, but lead oxide on the surface, which can achromatic aberration and is more suitable for lenses! It is to stir with clay rods to obtain uniform optical glass.

If it weren't for the purpose of creating high-quality telescopes and better realizing my plan to pacify Liao in five years, I wouldn't have done these things! There is no Nobel Prize to win, and it's also a lot of brain cells, so I have to make up the reasons to fool them.

But now there is no reason to make it up now, Zhu Youxiao couldn't help but caress his forehead. After thinking for a while, he suddenly asked Sun Yuanhua seriously: "Sun Qing didn't leak these technical secrets, right?"

Sun Yuanhua felt a stern heart and hurriedly bowed and said, "I dare not, I must not."

Principal Zhu You breathed out and waved his hand, "That's good. This involves military and state secrets, Sun Qing must be very cautious."

"Yes, I understand." Sun Yuanhua agreed carefully.

Zhu Youxiao nodded, covered his mouth and yawned, and said, "You have to hurry up if you have coins. Well, I'm tired, let's retreat first!"

Even though Sun Yuanhua was a little unwilling to accept it, he had to bow and leave with Zhang Tao.

The emperor was a little mysterious, and he might not understand the truth very well, so he didn't want to say it or ask the ministers randomly.

Sun Yuanhua made such a guess and secretly warned himself not to follow the truth in the future and make it difficult for Long Live.

After sending Sun Yuanhua and Zhang Tao away, Zhu Youxiao no longer looked sleepy. After taking Huang Cheng's memorial, he carefully read it.

The negotiations with the British and Dutch people were basically over. The trade agreement reached did not exceed Zhu Youxiao's bottom line, and it was even better.

This made Zhu Youxiao very pleased. The decision was quite correct to let the maritime businessman Huang Cheng do the job. If he sent a civil servant who was full of people, he still didn't know what it would be like!

Now, as long as Zhu Youxiao nods his head and approves, the agreement will officially take effect.

It is certain that he agrees, but Zhu Youxiao did not take it lightly.

The British should be honest in their compliance with their strength, and they cannot afford to gain a better position.

But it is hard to say for the Dutch, perhaps this agreement is just a piece of waste paper. If they are not defeated, they will not admit it honestly.

Therefore, Zhu Youxiao would not relax his vigilance. Strengthen the strength of the Ming Navy and be prepared to start a war without any slight relaxation.

Li Dan and Yan Siqi are good; Huang Cheng is also very good at doing things; Wu Dazhang will reward him with a civil servant when he gets done with Zhangjiakou's foreign trade.

As for the merchants in Jiangnan, there are also Shanxi merchants. First, remove local officials, knock off their protective umbrellas, and then strengthen the control of the army. They can cut their swords at any time.

Zhu Youxiao narrowed his eyes and showed a few sneers.

Wang Tiqian went to the palace to report that the Admiral of the East Factory, Wei Zhongxian, returned to Beijing to hand in the office and was waiting for him to see him.

Old Wei is back!

Zhu Youxiao saw the falsehood of "History of Ming Dynasty" from Li Chengcheng and gained a new understanding of Lao Wei. He was not extremely favored, but he also had a little more trust.

Time is not long, Uncle Wei rushed into the hall, knelt down and kowtowed, and his voice was choked, "Your Majesty, I always think about coming back when I am working outside. Now when I see you, I am so happy!"

Zhu Youxiao smiled and said, "Wei Banping, be calm! I ate well and slept well, and exercised frequently. I felt that my body was really strong."

Uncle Wei got up and dared to look at the emperor. He showed a look of relief and admiration on his face and said with a flattering smile: "The emperor is fierce, fierce, and has a bright spirit, and his style is even better than before!"

Zhu Youxiao waved his hand gently and said, "Wei Ban has a bad face, so it's really hard to do it in the foreign affairs office. It's a good job, and it's very rewarding."

As he said that, Zhu Youxiao received the decree that had been prepared long ago and asked the palace servants to read it out.

The Governor Yin and the Governor Yin were given flying fish clothes, rewarded with 100 taels of silver and four silk watches, and Yin's brother and nephew were the Jinyiwei...

Eunuchs are different from civil officials, and there is not much room for improvement in official titles. According to the standards of internal officials, Wang Tigan's eunuchs who are in charge of seals are already at the highest level.

Zhu Youxiao did not imagine that he would give Mr. Wei an official name of one or two hundred characters long like in history.

For Mr. Wei, rewards are secondary, and the emperor's trust and favor are the most important.

If he had the chance, he would rather change his body with the king and stay by the emperor all day long than be proud outside.

"I thank Your Majesty for your kindness and reward." Mr. Wei knelt down and kowtowed to receive the order, his voice trembling, showing his inner excitement and gratitude.

Wang Tigan stood beside him with his head bowed and stood solemnly, and couldn't help but secretly admire him.

This old Wei, the actor's style is getting better and better, and there is no sign of falsehood at all.

Looking at his sleeves, Wang Titan gently pursed the corner of his lips. Flying fish suit, the family has already been available, and it is better than you.

Uncle Wei stood up again and began to report to the emperor, and presented a memorial listing of statistics.

The royal family and vassal kings had a total of 300,000 yuan, and the less than 100,000 yuan, plus the 500,000 yuan of King Fu Zhu Dapang, Mr. Wei raised more than 5 million taels of funds for the emperor.

Enough, enough!

Zhu Youxiao looked at the names on the memorials, and well, the numbers behind them were full of joy.

Well, these are all shareholders! No matter whether he is voluntary or not, I won’t rob it for nothing, I will give you dividends.

Putting down the memorial, Zhu Youxiao's tone became more gentle and kind, and said, "Wei Ban, let's take a few days off, and then take over the mission from the East Factory!"

"Thank you for your care." Mr. Wei bowed and said, "I don't need to rest. I will go back to the East Factory to do my job immediately to share my worries with you."

Zhu Youxiao smiled and seemed to appreciate Mr. Wei's diligence, saying, "The state affairs are heavy, and Wei's diligence is very comforted. I have new instructions. I will send them to the East Factory in the next few days. Let's implement the arrangements as soon as possible!"

"Yes, I obey the order."

Zhu Youxiao waved his hand and signaled that Mr. Wei could retreat.

Uncle Wei left the hall and saw Wang Tigan coming out, as if he was looking for a look of seeing each other. He immediately smiled and praised: "The Emperor's Dragon Body is healthy, and it is all the result of the Prince's careful service."

Wang Tigan waved his hand and pretended to be humble and said, "Your Majesty, let's do it. Service is the duty of a miscellaneous family, and I dare not take credit for it."

Uncle Wei nodded repeatedly, as if he was deeply agreeing with Eunuch Wang’s statement, and then lowered his voice and said, “The family is working in a foreign service, bringing some local specialties back, and I will send them to the mansion today.”

Wang Titan showed a smile on his face, which was very helpful in his heart. Look, we are the boss of Gongki, so what about the governor of Dongchang? You have to give yourself a gift.

"Eunuch Wei is kind." Wang Tigan bowed his hand and smiled, "That family will be disrespectful."

"If the prince refuses, that's what he wants!" Wei Zhongxian bowed and smiled happily, "I'll invite the prince to drink another day, let's drink and have fun. Today, the family will say goodbye first."

"Eunuch Wei will walk slowly, and the family will not send you off." Wang Tigan also bowed his hand, smiling like a flower on his face.

The two polite people approached each other and said goodbye.

Humph, Wang Titan straightened his chest, put his hand behind him, looked at Lao Wei's departure and smiled.
Chapter completed!