Chapter 510: Abandoning the Imperial Examination, Chen Xinghe Researches Steam Engines
Bai Tianhao quickly calculated the pros and cons of this matter.
Bai Xuening doesn't have to really marry into Jingguo, she can get 10 million taels of silver just by cooperating in a play, which is a profit for Anlanguo.
But if Anlan Kingdom wants to cooperate with Jing Kingdom to capture Xiao Ying alive, then all four Qi Refining Ninth Level masters will have to be dispatched.
This... shouldn't be difficult.
Especially the two noble families who were blackmailed for 10 million taels of silver, they are probably holding a grudge and wanting revenge.
The question now is what to do after catching Xiao Ying.
"It's not easy to capture Xiao Ying alive. Brother Nangong really has a way?"
Nangong Yunhe knew that he was moved, so he smiled slightly.
"You and I have both seen how powerful Xiao Ying is, but no matter how strong he is, he cannot defeat nine people at the ninth level of Qi Refining."
"As long as our two countries work together, we can definitely take her down."
Bai Tianhao frowned: "Don't forget, Xiao Ying has a ninth-level Qi Refining guard and a ninth-level Qi Refining contracted beast beside him."
"Besides, when the time comes to invite the Moon Nation to attend the ceremony, we can't just invite her. The royal family will definitely come as well."
"If it's Yu Qianli who comes, then there will be another expert at the ninth level of Qi Refining."
That’s right, they already knew that Yu Qianli had entered the ninth level of Qi Refining.
In this way, there will be at least four masters of the ninth level of Qi Refining.
Two against one, they have a chance of winning, but it is hard to say whether they can keep Xiao Ying.
"Brother Bai's concerns are justified, but since I dare to do it, I have enough confidence."
Nangong Yunhe smiled and comforted her, but did not give any specific explanation.
Bai Tianhao was also a smart man, and he guessed that he might resort to other sinister tactics.
“Brother Nangong is confident, so I won’t say much.”
"But, after capturing Xiao Ying alive, how do you plan to distribute the items, Brother Nangong?"
Nangong Yunhe said: "Of course it belongs to our Jing Kingdom."
"Heh, Brother Nangong, do you think I'm a fool?"
Bai Tianhao laughed out of anger and his expression darkened.
"So, our Anlan country contributed manpower and effort, but got nothing?"
Does An Languo look so easy to bully?
Seeing that the atmosphere had become tense again, Nangong Yunhe remained calm and spoke to comfort them.
"Brother Bai, don't be angry. Although Xiao Ying belongs to my Jing Kingdom, the things she gave can still be shared with you."
"My Jing Kingdom is not the kind of people who will wait for you to destroy the bridge after crossing it. We will never let you suffer any loss."
Bai Tianhao's expression eased a little, but he was still not satisfied.
Why can't his Anlan country just get a small share of the benefits of the two countries' joint efforts?
Before he could speak, Nangong Yuhe continued.
"By doing this, although Jing Nation will gain some benefits, we will also have to bear the wrath of Yue Nation."
"On the contrary, you are very safe. I believe that Yue Kingdom will not attack Anlan Kingdom before it has dealt with Jing Kingdom."
"If Brother Bai really wants Xiao Ying, then you will have to bear the wrath of the Moon Nation."
Bai Tianhao's expression changed. It was true when he thought about it. Yue Kingdom would never sit idly by.
Anlan Kingdom will bear the wrath of Yue Kingdom? They are no match for Yue Kingdom.
Perhaps Nangong Yunhe's plan is right.
"As long as Jingguo can fulfill its promise and share what Xiao Ying has offered with Anlanguo, Anlanguo can do without Xiao Ying."
"But this matter requires a soul-spirit contract. If it is violated, both the soul and spirit will be destroyed."
Nangong Yunhe smiled: "Of course, I knew Brother Bai was a smart man."
The two elders of the royal family and Chu Gan were also very satisfied with this. After all, when the time comes, it would be up to them to decide what Xiao Ying would offer.
…
Xiao Ying, who was far away in Yue Country, had no idea that she had been targeted by the two countries, and they actually wanted to capture her alive.
These days she has been focusing on the promotion of high-yield crops.
Such a variety of crops can be distributed to different places according to the climate of Yueguo.
It is the autumn harvest season now, and we can start planting after the harvest.
Although these crops rich in spiritual energy are not picky about the growing environment and temperature, they will definitely grow better in a suitable temperature and environment.
She did not go through the court to announce the high-yield crops this time, but she relied on the court for promotion.
The people who received the seeds were all overjoyed and decided to plant them next season, showing their unreserved trust in Xiao Ying.
"Mother, you are working for the welfare of the people again."
Chen Xinghe's admiration for his mother is as endless as a surging river.
This gradually changed his mind, and he realized that he didn't have to study and become an official to serve the people.
Xiao Ying said: "When in a position, one should do his job. Since I have become the Imperial Preceptor, I must do what an Imperial Preceptor should do."
"Next, I plan to improve my means of transportation. Bicycles and tricycles are still too slow and can only carry a small amount. I want something that is fast and can carry heavy loads."
She was talking about buses and trains. If we could build these two things, it would be epoch-making.
It's just too difficult, and she has no knowledge in this area.
"Mom, do you have something new?"
Chen Xinghe's eyes lit up. What had his mother thought of?
Xiao Ying took out two drawings and showed them to him. These were the drawings she had drawn recently, and they were exactly the appearances of two types of transportation.
"This is a bus, suitable for traveling on cement roads. It can carry dozens of people and is faster than a horse-drawn carriage."
"This is called a train. It's suitable for running on rails. A single carriage can carry dozens of tons, or hundreds of dan. If it carries people, it can transport hundreds of them."
"And its speed can be several times that of a horse-drawn carriage, making it very convenient for both traveling and transporting goods."
"It's just that it's too difficult to manufacture. Photodynamics is a big problem."
Both of these things require electricity, but the ability to make batteries was clearly not available in this era.
Then there was only one way left: the steam engine.
If a steam engine could be invented, these two modes of transportation would have a chance to come into being!
"Mom, is there really such a means of transportation?"
Chen Xinghe was stunned, his breathing quickened with excitement.
If it can really be made, it will definitely shock the entire Moon Kingdom, no, the four countries!
Especially that thing called a train, its carrying capacity is so terrifying. Wouldn’t it be very convenient to use it to transport troops and food?
"Well, but to build these two things, we must first build a power system, that is, a steam engine."
As he spoke, he took out another drawing, which looked like a boiler.
"This is……"
Chen Xinghe was very interested, something flashed through his mind, but he couldn't grasp it.
Xiao Ying smiled and said, "The principle is the same as when we boil water. When the water boils, the steam rises and can push the lid off."
"If this force is large enough and sustained, it can be used to pull a cart."
Chen Xinghe suddenly opened his eyes wide. Is this possible?
At that moment, he felt as if something was awakened, his eyes brightened, as if he had finally found the direction of his life.
"Mom, I, I want to try!"
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