Indeed, the production of automatic firearms must be carefully controlled.
But the mass production of armor can be done with complete freedom!
As long as the iron supply is guaranteed, wouldn't the day when all 500,000 elite soldiers of the Tang Dynasty are fully armored be just around the corner?
By then, even without relying on the power of firearms, we can easily pacify the four barbarians, expand our territory, and achieve unprecedented achievements!
"Your Majesty!" Yuchi Jingde was worried. "I think the court should restrict the use and spread of this steam engine."
Li Shimin frowned slightly and asked in confusion, "General Yuchi, what do you mean?"
Yuchi Jingde took a deep breath and said in a deep voice: "Your Majesty, the power of this steam engine is really too strong.
If it were to fall into the hands of someone with ill intentions, it would pose a great threat to the Tang Dynasty."
He then explained, "This one alone can produce hundreds of armors per month. If someone with rebellious intentions gets hold of it, it will be a disaster."
"If we build ten or a hundred of these machines, wouldn't we be able to produce thousands or even tens of thousands of pieces of armor in just a month?"
"If they use these armors to arm the rebels or sell them to foreign enemies, the consequences will be disastrous..."
Yuchi Jingde did not continue speaking, but his meaning was already very clear.
After hearing this, the smile on Li Shimin's face gradually faded, replaced by a solemn look.
He understood that Yuchi Jingde's worries were not groundless.
The powerful force of the steam engine is indeed like a double-edged sword. It can promote the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty, but it may also bring unpredictable crises.
But that was in the past!!!
Today's Tang Dynasty has not only achieved mass production of exquisite armor that was once priceless, but has also mastered the large-scale manufacturing process of automatic firearms that can fire rapidly!
Completely unafraid of any potential threats.
Of course, the production technology of automatic firearms was the top secret of the Tang Dynasty and could not be disclosed to outsiders.
Therefore, Li Shimin immediately showed a very generous attitude.
He comforted Yuchi Jingde and said, "Yuchi, your concerns are justified.
The power of the steam engine must not be easily leaked, as its potential danger is self-evident."
He continued calmly, with a glint of wisdom in his eyes: "However, the benefits that the steam engine has brought to the people are also obvious.
With the help of steam engines, we can manufacture armor, agricultural tools and other materials more efficiently, thereby enhancing the country's defense capabilities and improving people's quality of life.
This is undoubtedly an important step towards the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty."
After a pause, he continued: "Of course, we cannot ignore the potential risks.
To this end, I plan to set up a special agency that will be fully responsible for supervising the research and development, production and application of steam engines.
This body will be composed of officials and craftsmen whom I trust.
Aims to ensure the safety of steam engine technology while promoting its appropriate use in military and civilian fields."
Upon hearing this, Yuchi Jingde's expression gradually relaxed.
He had full faith in Li Shimin's wisdom and intelligence, and firmly believed that he could weigh the pros and cons and make wise decisions.
"Your Majesty is wise and powerful!" Yuchi Jingde expressed his respect. "With Your Majesty personally overseeing this, I feel relieved."
Li Shimin smiled slightly when he heard this and waved his hand gently, indicating that there was no need to be polite.
Then he turned to look at the little princess standing quietly beside him, his eyes revealing inquiry and expectation.
"Sizi, what do you think of the Emperor's decision?"
He asked gently, "Also, are you willing to take on this important responsibility and become the helmsman of the newly established Datang Steam Department?"
As soon as these words were spoken, all the ministers present were shocked and turned their eyes to the little princess who was still a child but was deeply favored by the emperor.
However, despite their surprise, no one spoke out against it.
The little princess has been gifted and smart since she was young, and she has attracted much attention because of her good fortune with immortals.
The steam engine before us and the miracles it brought were all created by her.
The court officials were well aware of this and they had always admired the little princess's talents and abilities.
Furthermore, all the ministers knew that Li Shimin would never easily give up an important department like the Steam Department, which was related to the future destiny of the Tang Dynasty, to others.
Now, although the little princess is nominally going to be the director.
But in fact, the real controller behind this is still the wise and powerful Emperor.
Faced with such an inevitable outcome, even Wei Zheng would not touch this bad luck.
However, in response to Li Shimin's question, the little princess Li Sizi slightly frowned her delicate eyebrows, obviously not very satisfied with the proposal.
She pouted and said in a somewhat unhappy tone, "Yeah, Steam Company is such an ugly name!"
After she finished speaking, a cunning light flashed in her smart eyes, as if she had thought of a good idea.
Clapping his hands excitedly, he said, "Why not call it the Datang Science and Technology Development and Reform Department, or simply the Development and Reform Department. That sounds so much more interesting!"
After saying that, the little princess smiled proudly, put her hands on her hips, her face full of anticipation and pride.
She seemed to have foreseen her own glory as the director of the Development and Reform Department of Datang.
"The Development and Reform Commission of the Tang Dynasty?" Li Shimin was stunned when he heard this, and then fell into deep thought.
"That's right! It's the Development and Reform Bureau of the Tang Dynasty!" Then, the little princess redefined the powers of this newly established agency.
"Any matters that could affect Datang's technological development and reforms will be handled by the Datang Development and Reform Department!"
The little princess added proudly, her face brimming with confidence and anticipation.
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