Chapter 130 Chapter 130 Made of Cement
The Ministry of Industry has added many new things to its previous work, among which the Technical Department is the most eye-catching.
There are only two people in the Technical Department, and other officials in the Ministry of Industry call them Engineer Zhang and Engineer Ding.
Engineer Zhang was on a business trip in Nandong Road and had not yet returned, leaving Engineer Ding alone to work in the technical department's office.
As for what these two people were busy with, the other people in the Ministry of Industry did not understand.
It was as if they didn't understand why two transparent pieces of film could cure the prince's eye disease that had lasted for many years. When would this thing from the Ministry of Works be able to cure diseases?
Although the thing called glasses looked a little funny on the prince's face.
Zhang Dai went on a business trip to the glass workshop, so Ding Pu was the only one in charge of the cement matter. The other people in the industry would come and watch when they had free time.
The production of traditional cement was possible even in ancient times when technology was backward.
As a seasoned researcher, Ding Pu was already familiar with the various technical terms and operations. Furthermore, making cement using this traditional method wasn't difficult, as the materials were readily available and the tools were simple.
Ding Pu didn't spend too much time to make the first batch of cement powder.
After the product was made, Yao Niang first took a look at it, then looked at Ding Pu's experimental notes, and then approved him to add sand and water to stir it to see the effect.
On the day when the cement was drying, Lin Si took time out to visit the Ministry of Industry.
Ding Pu said respectfully: "Your Majesty, this cement will be extremely useful in building fortifications and water conservancy projects!"
Ding Pu is not a professional in repairing and building things, but other people in the Ministry of Works are!
The officials from the Ministry of Works watched excitedly as Ding Pu casually poured two bricks with cement.
"This cement can make the connection between two bricks so strong."
"This thing is extremely useful for construction."
Lin Si nodded with satisfaction. The cost of traditional cement production was not high. It only needed to build a factory in an area with abundant limestone to achieve mass production.
Then Lin Si glanced at Ding Pu.
Ding Pu understood immediately and said cowardly, "I understand. I will go on a business trip when the time comes."
As soon as Lin Si left, someone from the Ministry of Industry approached to inquire. "Engineer Ding, how is this cement powder made? Can you tell us?"
"Yes, yes. I've only just learned the basics of physics and chemistry. I really need Engineer Ding and Engineer Zhang to explain things."
Ding Pu rubbed his head awkwardly. As a lazy person, he really didn't want to work overtime. He looked around and wondered if there was anyone who could help him out.
The appearance of Lin Jiang can be said to have saved Ding Pu from danger.
"The prince is here. Let's talk about this explanation next time, next time, next time."
Ding Pu greeted him warmly.
Lin Jiang now wears his special glasses whenever he goes out.
If you look at these glasses from a modern perspective, they are quite inconvenient and crude.
Lin Jiang has a high degree of myopia, and according to current technology, it is impossible to make the lenses extremely thin. Under the thick lenses are a pair of eyes that look like beans due to the refraction of the lenses.
But this did not affect Lin Jiang's good mood.
He had never seen such a clear world in more than ten years. It was the first time he knew that there were lines on leaves and that the petals of flowers were so beautiful. He could even see the feathers of birds clearly.
This is the second pair of lenses that Lin Jiang has replaced. In order to determine Lin Jiang's degree, Ding Pu was busy doing a lot of things.
Lin Jiang came here today to try out whether this second pair of lenses is suitable.
After the test, Ding Pu nodded in affirmation.
"Sir, these lenses are very suitable for you now. When the craftsmanship is better and the rubber trees grow, I will replace them with more comfortable frames for you."
After listening to this, Lin Jiang felt that the future was extremely bright, and asked what a rubber tree was.
Ding Pu was not very clear about the specifics, and could only explain to Lin Jiang that the tree could secrete a milky white sap, which had great effects.
Lin Jiang nodded in thanks and let the servant help her walk.
As long as he can see clearly, he will accept the clumsiness of his legs and feet.
He still understood that you can't have your cake and eat it too.
After leaving the Ministry of Works, Lin Jiang got on an ox cart and prepared to return to her prince's mansion. Her father died on the day of the Anjing riot, and now there was only her and her mother in the mansion.
After he regained his sight, a smile gradually appeared on his mother's face.
Lin Jiang didn't expect that Lin Zhi would be waiting for him in the Prince's Mansion.
He was now wearing glasses and could see things clearly. He looked Lin Zhi up and down, with many doubts in his mind.
Lin Zhi seemed to have gained a lot of weight. Could it be that it was because His Majesty had too many delicious foods sent by the Imperial Food Department and she ate them to her heart's content and gained weight?
Lin Jiang had to admit that the food was indeed delicious. His chef had gone to the palace for further training and came back. Every time they had a meal, he and his mother would eat more.
Lin Jiang greeted her, "It's been a while since we last met. The princess has become even plumper."
Lin Zhi looked at Lin Jiang, who was wearing glasses, with a look of disappointment on her face.
"Lin Jiang, as the only male heir of the royal family, are you so useless?"
Lin Jiang didn't know why the topic had turned to this very sensitive issue. He could only look at Lin Zhi with a puzzled look.
"Why is the princess talking nonsense?"
Lin Zhi gently rubbed her belly. "If it weren't for your eyes and legs, who would have held the throne?"
Lin Jiang's expression changed instantly, and he looked around panickily.
"Lin Zhi, are you crazy?"
Lin Zhi said quietly, "I'm not crazy, I'm just angry. What right does she have to change the country's name? Lin Jiang, I've found a famous doctor. If you are a descendant of the Lin family, please heal your leg."
Lin Jiang pushed up his glasses and said, "Lin Zhi, although I don't know what you are planning, please don't involve me. I am very satisfied as I am now."
Of course Lin Zhi wouldn't be so kind. She just wanted to use Lin Jiang as a shield to muddy the waters.
The famous doctor has concluded that the baby in her womb is a boy.
Lin Zhi naturally had to make plans for her child. If the child was born safely, it would be too conspicuous, and someone would have to stand in front of her.
Lin Jiang truly regretted ignoring Lin Zhi. He had truly harmed her. "Are you aware that His Majesty's secret guards are monitoring all officials without their knowledge? If what I said today reaches His Majesty's ears, imagine the consequences."
Lin Zhi snorted coldly. "Do you think I'm a fool? I have guards too. When I came to see you, I checked everywhere around your house, and there was no one monitoring me. You're just an idle blind and lame prince. Don't take yourself too seriously."
Tang Duosi, who was hiding on the roof and eavesdropping, silently glanced at the guards below the house.
If she were discovered by this bunch of losers, wouldn't all her years of work be in vain?
After being rejected by Lin Jiang, Lin Zhi said harsh words to him.
If Lin Jiang goes to inform on him, he will bite back. When he sees Lin Si, he thinks that she, the princess, is a bigger threat, or he, the prince, is a bigger threat.
After Lin Zhi left, Lin Jiang thought about it over and over again and felt uneasy.
Lin Jiang's mother noticed that something was wrong with him and asked, "But the prescription of these lenses is wrong?"
Lin Jiang shook her head. "The degree is fine."
Finally, Lin Jiang asked the servant to help him stand up. "Mother, I want to go to the palace to see His Majesty."
Tang Duosi's news arrived earlier than Lin Jiang's.
Chunyi read it to Lin Si while he was reviewing the memorials.
Lin Si was almost laughing at Lin Zhi's stupidity.
Who gave her the confidence that she could inherit the throne as long as she gave birth to a son?
The eunuch outside watched Lin Si drink his tea and said respectfully, "Your Majesty, the prince requests an audience."
Lin Jiang first refused to let the servant support her, and then knelt down straight.
"Your Majesty, Princess Pingyang came to see me today and said some very disrespectful words. I was very uncomfortable after hearing them, so I came to apologize to Your Majesty."
Lin Si interrupted him calmly, "I already know. She said she found a famous doctor to treat your leg, right?"
Lin Jiang suddenly broke out in a cold sweat, and his mouth was trembling as he spoke.
It turned out that he was right to enter the palace.
This Lin Zhi almost killed him.
Lin Jiang kowtowed twice: "Your Majesty, please understand. I have absolutely no such intention. What happened today was purely an accident..."
Lin Si was about to review some memorials, so he waved his hand. "I understand. You can go back."
Lin Jiang then stood up carefully and confirmed again and again from Lin Si's expression that he really didn't take her seriously.
Lin Si was halfway through reviewing the memorial when he suddenly raised his head, as if he had thought of something.
"Since you were able to see clearly, I heard from Lin Xun that you often paint in your mansion?"
Lin Jiang nodded sheepishly. "Because I can finally see the flowers and trees, I wanted to record them all. Unfortunately, my painting skills are not very good."
"In a couple of days, a painter with decent skills will be coming to Beijing. I'll arrange for you to observe and learn from him."
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