TV series? Cell phone?
Xie Rang couldn't understand a word the Grand Tutor said, but he guessed it was something used by later generations to preserve images, otherwise how could this scene be recorded?
After watching the martial arts performance, Yun Qing was still deeply moved and couldn't calm down for a long time. Even her professional habit kicked in a bit. The feeling of seeing what she had been researching displayed in front of her was completely different.
Her parents died early, leaving her a considerable inheritance. She chose history as her major because of her passion. She was interested in cold, hard historical materials, but that was nothing compared to seeing them in person.
I feel like I'm making history, haha, I'm so proud!
"Your Majesty, would you like to take a look at our workshop?"
The couple who left home shared the same idea as Yun Qing: if Xie Rang were to take power one day, they absolutely could not hide what they were doing from him.
The most important thing between a ruler and his ministers is trust. Li Jia earned the trust of previous rulers through his actions, which is why his glory has continued to this day. He must be just as cautious when facing the new emperor.
After all, they put their research out in the open for the emperor to see, isn't that being open and honest?
Xie Rang understood their meaning and nodded, "Thank you both for your trouble."
"Won't."
With nothing to do, Meng Wan simply asked Yun Shu to go and muster the troops. Yun Qing had always been close to the young emperor, and he preferred to stay with her on this occasion.
The couple exchanged a glance, unsure whether this was a good thing or a bad thing.
After all, she was their daughter, and they had to be careful not to expose her identity at all times.
"I just took a look, and the soldiers' weapons are all damaged to some extent. Have Father and Mother considered reforging the weapons?"
Yun Qing knew that historically, the weapon smelting technology of the Great Xi Dynasty was not particularly outstanding. The leadership of the generals was indispensable in enabling them to win so many battles, but if they continued to stagnate, it would not be good news.
The real reason for this is not only the lack of research in this area, but also the lack of resources. Very few coal and iron ore mines have been developed so far.
Moreover, even when many resources are developed, the waste rate is high because people don't know how to use them, which is a big problem.
Yun Qing didn't intend to stop resource development. After all, progress began with the Industrial Revolution, and she certainly couldn't stop the march of history.
The key is to solve the problems that arise in the intermediate stages, which can improve resource utilization and protect the environment.
Li Xu glanced at Xie Rang's expression, and only after confirming that there was nothing wrong did he say, "I've thought about it, but it's difficult. Iron ore and manpower are both major problems."
Li Xu was a border general who not only protected the people on the border, but also cared deeply for his subordinates. War inevitably involves death, and he had thought of many ways to deal with this.
"So that's how it is."
Yun Qing seemed to be deep in thought.
[So we're hiding a treasure trove without even realizing it! Historically, this place was incredibly rich in resources. Outsiders only see the surface hardship; they never imagined the true wonders were hidden underground! I'll try to tell my parents about it later; that'll make things much easier.]
Yun Qing discovered that being honest actually had its advantages; for example, if she told these things, she wouldn't need to explain where they came from.
Xie Rang coughed and said, "I think the general and his wife should have more people search the area. They might find something unexpected. If they can't find it on the ground, they can dig down."
Xie Rang didn't know what his tutor would say to the couple, nor did he know what Yun Qing had confessed to them last night. He was just laying the groundwork, but the three of them interpreted it differently.
Yun Qing was surprised.
[Hiss, I didn't expect that. The little tyrant is quite clever. This suggestion is farsighted. We definitely need to find a way to modify the soldiers' weapons first, otherwise how can they go to the battlefield in such tattered state? It's no wonder the Rouran laugh at us.]
Meng Wan agreed: "Your Majesty is right, we will send more people later."
As they were talking, the four of them arrived at the workshop.
Their decision to visit was made on short notice, which is why the workshop manager was startled when they appeared: "General, Madam..."
He knew that the Grand Tutor and His Majesty had come to the border, so when he saw Yun Qing and Xie Rang behind him, a slightly fearful expression appeared on his face.
The supervisor was just an ordinary citizen who got into the workshop because of his talent. Important people didn't come here often, and he didn't know how to behave.
Yun Qing noticed his expression and stepped in to defuse the situation: "We're just here for a casual look around. You can go do your own thing."
Upon hearing this, the supervisor breathed a huge sigh of relief: "Okay... thank you, sir."
He hurriedly went downstairs, and the four of them began to stroll around.
Li Xu volunteered to explain: "These are farming tools. Although the land here is barren, the people still have to farm, but the yield is low, and we still need to buy grain from the surrounding areas."
Xie Rang listened attentively. Yun Qing was surprised by how much he cared about these things. She didn't dare to interrupt, but she was already muttering to herself.
The farming tool used by Dae-hee was an evolution of the plow, but there was still room for improvement. If it were changed to a curved plow, the efficiency of farming would be much faster, since this thing was still in use in modern times.
If the soil is infertile, then improving composting technology is essential... The main problem here is water shortage, so let me think, water conservancy projects should probably be arranged as soon as possible.
After carefully reviewing the current situation, Yun Qing realized that there were far too many things that could be changed, but unfortunately, while she had ample theoretical knowledge, she had virtually no practical experience.
After thinking it over, she looked at Xie Rang with a heavy gaze.
[Poor little tyrant, not only did he have to inherit a mess, but he also had to find a way to strengthen the country. Indeed, history has its limitations; looking at the past from the perspective of later generations is a completely different experience.]
Xie Rang: ...
I know, I know.
When he heard Yun Qing ask so many questions, he had a bad feeling, and it turned out to be true.
He couldn't say it out loud, so he could only reply to Li Xu: "On the way here, I observed that the people's farming efficiency is low. I can send someone to study it later. These farming tools can be modified, and more branches can be added to them..."
Thanks to the Grand Tutor, Xie Rang was able to speak eloquently on this matter. Li Xu and Meng Wan initially listened respectfully, but later their expressions turned solemn. They hadn't expected that the high and mighty emperor would notice such small details.
"This method is brilliant!"
A craftsman nearby had also gathered around at some point. Upon hearing this, he clapped enthusiastically, and finally, completely moved, exclaimed excitedly:
"Please wait a moment, my lord, I will go down and investigate immediately!"
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