"General, do you also believe that the sun is the center of the universe?"
Galileo was a scientific madman. As soon as he settled down, he took Zuo Menggeng to study astronomy.
"No, sir, after our research during this period, we found that the sun is not the center of the universe. In fact, the sun is only the center of the galaxy where our earth is located. This galaxy is just a drop in the ocean in the entire universe, and it is very small."
Galileo was stunned.
Deng Yuhan said in the letter to him that the position of the center of the sun has been proved here.
Why is Zuo Mengeng’s statement different now?
When he looked over, Deng Yuhan gave an explanation.
"Friend, you know that science and knowledge are always advancing. In just a few years, research here has made great progress. We have better astronomical telescopes, which can observe farther into the sky.
Therefore, the previous heliocentric theory has been overturned."
Galileo was greatly surprised to learn that this was the reason.
"Really? Can you let me observe it on the spot?"
Zuo Mengeng laughed loudly.
"Of course, everything is here for you. I said, you can do any research you want."
Galileo couldn't wait any longer.
"I think I can work now."
Deng Yuhan looked at Zuo Mengeng, and after getting the signal, he smiled and said: "Let's go, friend, where we should go. I believe you will completely fall in love with this place soon."
Deng Yuhan took Galileo away.
They had to go to Linqing first and settle down in the Academy of Sciences.
After the construction in Jinan is completed, the Academy of Sciences will also move there.
After taking care of Galileo, Liao Zhongjian came over to report the results of the southward journey.
"Zheng Zhilong has a very urgent need for our artillery. Here is the order. He plans to use past tax credits to offset it."
Zuo Mengeng was not surprised at all that Zheng Zhilong would buy artillery.
Even the front-mounted Napoleon cannon is much better than the artillery of this era.
If he wants to defeat the Dutch, he will definitely need better weapons.
Zuo Mengeng was more concerned about trade routes.
"How are the trade talks with Ma Fan going?"
Liao Zhongjian only said one sentence.
"Fortunately, I did not disgrace my life."
Zuo Mengeng's eyes flashed with excitement, he patted Liao Zhongjian's shoulder and praised: "The first achievement of our entering the ocean is none other than you."
Liao Zhongjian hurriedly said modestly: "It's all well planned by the commander-in-chief."
The bells rang across Jiaozhou Bay again.
It's a coincidence.
When they first went to sea, the two fleets from the south and the north left together. But when they came back, they were working on both front and rear.
Zuo Mengeng arrived at the pier and saw the expedition fleet heading north slowly entering the port.
Zhang Keda stood at the bow of the boat, with thick hair and slovenly appearance, but his expression was full of pride.
"Commander, found it!"
"What did you find?"
Zuo Mengeng didn't react at first, but then he was overjoyed.
"Really found it?"
Zhang Ke nodded wildly, and at the same time took out General Wu's notes and handed them to him.
"Look, this is General Wu's summary. It will definitely be of great benefit to us when we attack Liaodong in the future."
Zuo Mengeng opened it and confirmed with just one glance that it was indeed Wu General's handwriting.
Zhang Keda, a simple soldier, did not know that the things of the Intelligence Department always contained mysteries.
Even if it is just a seemingly ordinary summary note, the authenticity can be seen just from the handwriting and the layout of the writing.
If he is not from the Intelligence Department, even if he is asked to imitate this notebook, there will be flaws.
"Tell me how you found it?"
Zuo Mengeng didn't care that Zhang Ke was tired from the long journey, so he pulled him on the dock and asked him in detail.
After a thousand-mile voyage, Zhang Keda became extremely passionate.
When he explained in detail the journey to the north, everyone was amazed.
Gu Hao
"I really didn't expect that the Far North and Liaodong can actually communicate with each other."
Fu Yusun thought about it while talking.
This time, by sailing with a wide mouth, it was determined that the backside of Liaodong could be attacked. In other words, the role of the naval base in Jiaozhou Bay will increase infinitely in the future.
The more important Jiaozhou Bay is, the more important he is as the local chief. As long as he can make achievements, he will definitely have a promising future.
Zhang Keda doesn't have so many complicated thoughts.
"Commander, General Wu and his men are in a very bad situation now. The weapons and ammunition they accumulated in the past have been used up. Now they are trapped on an isolated island. I don't know if they can stop Huang Taiji's conquest. In addition, many people are sick and lack medical treatment. In addition, the local living environment is very harsh, and I’m afraid I won’t be able to persist.”
Zuo Mengeng nodded.
He knows what is going on in Sakhalin far better than anyone else.
Although General Wu and others have now unified Sakhalin Island and brought all the indigenous people on the island under their command.
However, these indigenous people who are still in a primitive state are unlikely to provide them with much help in a short period of time.
But Houjin's attack is definitely imminent.
In order for them to persist on Sakhalin Island, support from Shandong is urgent.
"I'm afraid you can't rest for too long."
After thinking about this, Zuo Mengeng decided to continue letting the northbound fleet grit their teeth and persevere.
Zhang Keda had the qualities of a soldier and did not feel embarrassed.
"This is a big deal. No matter how hard and tiring we are, we can still complete the task."
With his guarantee, Zuo Mengeng couldn't help but let out a sigh of relief.
"Okay. I'll give you fifteen days to rest and recuperate. It's up to you how much you can recover."
He looked at Fu Yusun again.
"Order the terminal to work overtime to repair the ships and postpone all other tasks."
Fu Yusun took the order and immediately went to make arrangements.
Zuo Menggeng gave another order to Fu Yijian.
"Have the Equipment Department, Logistics Department and Administrative Committee immediately mobilize all kinds of materials and send them here quickly."
Fu Yijian knew exactly what kind of supplies Wu General and others needed. He didn't need Zuo Menggeng to give detailed instructions, so he went to deliver the order himself.
Zuo Mengeng approached Liao Zhongjian again.
"You, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, can't take a break either."
Liao Zhongjian is two years younger than Zuo Mengeng. He is full of energy and does not know what fatigue is.
"I will leave immediately for Jeju Island and Tsushima to finalize the trade matters."
Zuo Mengeng thought for a moment and reminded: "If we want our fleet to pass through the Tsushima Strait smoothly in the future, we must have to deal with Busan. After you arrive in Jeju Island, you can check with local officials to see if you can establish contact with Busan. ."
Liao Zhongjian understood immediately.
"In this way, we have three strongholds in Jeju Island, Busan and Tsushima. If we want to support Liaodong in the future, we can stock up on supplies in these three places first to save time and effort."
I am completely reassured by his shrewd and capable Zuo Mengeng.
Liao Zhongjian only rested for one day in Qingdao and immediately went to sea again, heading for Jeju Island.
But I’m talking about Jeju Island.
Since the last big deal with Zhang Ke, Shen Daoxun and Li Chong quickly delivered what they got to Hanyang Shen Qiyuan.
Although they are all exquisite and valuable items, in Shen Qiyuan's eyes, what is important is not the items, but the deep meaning behind them.
"The country finally takes care of me, North Korea!"
Even though there were no outsiders, Shen Qiyuan still burst into tears.
In fact, the current internal situation in North Korea is becoming increasingly unfavorable to those of them who aspire to the Ming Dynasty.
Kim is pressing harder and harder, and at the same time, he is constantly cultivating goodwill forces within North Korea, and has begun to influence North Korea's national politics.
Although Injo hated Houjin very much, under the unfavorable situation, personal likes and dislikes could no longer change the overall situation.
The knowledgeable people in the court were all worried.
I am afraid that one day, North Korea will fall into the hands of beasts.
Now Ming Dynasty finally sent someone to come.
Although they were only discussing trade, this also meant that Ming Dynasty had not forgotten North Korea.
These pro-Ming factions, who are losing ground day by day, may be able to take the opportunity to rise again.
"When the angel of tomorrow comes again, I will send a message immediately. I will go there in person and speak powerfully to gain the support of the higher country and make those arrogant villains pay the price they deserve."