After coming out of Tian Mansion, Shang Yi and Ye Yaoyao went separate ways. Ye Yaoyao was going to the palace to say goodbye to Queen Zhou and Zhu Aona, while Shang Yi rushed to the military camp outside the city first because he had to leave early tomorrow morning.
Take a look at how the preparations are going.
Since Shang Yi was released from prison, Zhou Shaohuan and Tong Dayong stayed in the military camp. Although this trip to Beijing took some risks, they gained a lot. In total, they obtained more than 3,000 fire guns and 28 guns.
The artillery and gunpowder raw materials are more than 10,000 kilograms.
Fortunately, when Shang Yi came to Beijing, he also brought a lot of things with him, and there were also a lot of vehicles. Apart from the necessary grain, grass and baggage, a total of fifteen carts were freed up, and each artillery piece had a matching gun cart.
, and also bought ten more carts in Beijing, so I finally put on all the things. Although there were not enough horses to pull the carts, the two scout platoons were equipped with war horses.
All the war horses were summoned, and they were all assembled.
Shang Yi came to the camp and checked all the packed vehicles and artillery. Basically, everything was ready, and Shang Yi felt relieved.
After returning to the city, Shang Yi came to Tang Ruowang's church, bid farewell to Tang Ruowang, and informed them that they were preparing to leave tomorrow.
At this time, Tang Ruowang had already reported the good agreement reached with Shang Yi to Long Huamin, the current president of the Catholic Jesuit Mission in China. After Long Huamin learned the news, he was very happy and immediately discussed with Tang Ruowang.
Decided to appoint Aconia as the branch president of the East China Sub-provincial District, with full authority to handle the relationship with Shang Yi, and sent three Portuguese priests, Fu Fanji, Yang Manuo and Guo Najue, to assist Aconia in his work.
, and also sent two Chinese believers, Li Lin and Ma De.
In response to Shang Yi's request, Tang Ruowang also prepared a batch of books that he had compiled, translated and edited.
In another time and space, Tang Ruowang came to China to preach for forty years, spanning the Ming and Qing Dynasties. He not only had a devout belief in Catholicism, but also had profound scientific knowledge and outstanding talents. He participated in the compilation of
He has translated a large number of scientific works on astronomy, physics, gunpowder and other aspects, among which he participated in the compilation of: 137 volumes of "Chongzhen Almanac", two volumes of "The Essentials of Fire Attack", and one volume of "The Secret Essentials of Fire Attack",
Those who translated scientific works include: "Yuan Jing Shuo", twelve volumes of "Kun Yu Gezhi", two volumes of "Lifa Xi Zhuan", "New Laws and Variations", etc. The books edited by other missionaries include "Proportional Regulations"
, "The Complete Meaning of Measurement", "Planning", etc.
However, these works of Tang Ruowang were basically completed in the Ming Dynasty. By the Qing Dynasty, Tang Ruowang basically had no decent writings. Only in the first year of Shunzhi (1644), the "Chongzhen Almanac" was compressed into the "New Western Calendar"
"One hundred and three volumes were presented to the then regent Dorgon, who was granted the title of Shaoqing of Taichang Temple.
On the one hand, this was because the ideological restrictions in the Qing Dynasty were much stricter than those in the Ming Dynasty. On the other hand, it was also because Tang Ruowang had been away from Europe for nearly thirty years and knew nothing about the new scientific achievements made in Europe.
The goods are basically used up.
Among them, "Telescope Theory" is a work that introduces the optical principles of Galileo's telescope in detail in terms of its principles, structure, function and usage; while "The Essentials of Fire Attack" and "The Secret of Fire Attack" introduce the technology of Western muskets and artillery.
This book describes the principles and techniques related to artillery, musket smelting, manufacturing, storage, transportation, performance, gunpowder preparation, and artillery shell manufacturing.
The most pity among them is "Kun Yu Gezhi", which is compiled based on the "Encyclopedia of Mining and Metallurgy", a masterpiece written by Agricola, a German mining and metallurgist, which discusses European mining and metallurgical technology in the 16th century. It covers mining and metallurgy.
Each stage of the relevant metallurgical process. Its contents include mine management, mining principles, exploration technology, mining technology, mining tools and equipment, ore inspection methods, ore smelting methods, separation methods of precious metals and non-metals, etc. It is a pity that because at that time
The Ming Dynasty collapsed rapidly, and the book was not published in time and was lost in the wars of the late Ming and early Qing dynasties.
At the same time, Tang Ruowang also prepared six monocular telescopes and three sextants, which were also what Shang Yi needed.
Although Long Huamin did not agree with Tang Ruowang's approach of using scientific knowledge as a breakthrough in exchange for the trust of the Chinese people, after the "Nanjing Mission Case", Long Huamin's reputation in the Chinese church had dropped a lot. Tang Ruowang was in the Ming Dynasty.
His influence far exceeded that of Long Huamin. He was unable to stop Tang Ruowang's actions. Moreover, Shang Yi needed to name these things, so he could only acquiesce.
After Shang Yi came to the church, out of etiquette and practical needs, Long Huamin also welcomed Shang Yi very warmly, and asked several priests who were traveling with Shang Yi to meet with Shang Yi. At the same time, they also made an agreement
, at five o'clock tomorrow morning, both parties will meet in front of Chongwen Gate and then leave the city together.
After seeing the items and books Tang Ruowang prepared for himself, Shang Yi was also very happy. He firmly believed in modern theories such as "knowledge is power" and "science and technology are the primary productive forces". Therefore, for Shang Yi, these
Books that introduced the advanced scientific knowledge of Europe at that time were definitely an immeasurable wealth. This was actually the purpose of making friends with Tang Ruowang.
Then Shang Yi stayed in the church to have dinner with them. Before dinner, Tang Ruowang held a special mass for Shang Yi. Apparently, he regarded Shang Yi as an unbaptized believer.
After coming out of the church, Shang Yi hurried back to Guanyi. It was late at night and there were few pedestrians on the street. When he returned to the door of Guanyi, he saw Cheng Gang on duty in front of the door. After the palace rescued him, the Jin Yiwei was guarding him.
The city was searched for the remnants of the Xuanhuang Sect, so Shang Yi also strengthened the vigilance of Guanyi. Five shifts took turns to perform guard duties day and night.
Shang Yi entered the door and returned to his room. He saw Ye Yaoyao sitting under the lamp reading a book. Shang Yi said: "Yaoyao, why haven't you rested yet? You have to get up early tomorrow and go to bed early."
Ye Yaoyao put down the book in her hand and said, "I have something else to do. Brother, go and wash it first! The water has been boiled for you and is in the kitchen."
Shang Yi didn't ask any more questions. He went to the kitchen to fetch water to wash his face and feet. After everything was done, he returned to the room and saw Ye Yaoyao still reading. Shang Yi couldn't help but ask: "Yao Yao, what else is going on now?"
Why do not you rest?"
Ye Yaoyao smiled slightly and said, "I'm still waiting for someone!"
Shang Yi was very surprised and said: "Waiting for someone? Who are you waiting for?"
Ye Yaoyao was about to answer when there was a burst of footsteps in the yard, and then she heard someone knocking on the door. Ye Yaoyao got up and opened the door, and saw Duan Peng standing outside the door. When she saw Ye Yaogui
Opening the door, Duan Peng said: "Sister-in-law, we have brought you here."
Ye Yaoyao said: "Okay, bring us in! You can go and have a rest."
Duan Peng agreed and turned around and said: "Please come in!"
Before Shang Yi could understand what was going on, he saw a figure walking into the house, and then Ye Yaoyao also closed the door again. The man who came in was wearing a bamboo hat, and the green curtain hung down to cover it. Although her whole body was covered by a loose robe, Shang Yi could still tell that she was a woman.
Shang Yi was wondering, who is this woman? Why did she come to him late at night? She was so sneaky that even Ye Yaoyao was mysterious. Then he saw that she had taken off the hat from her headband, revealing a beautiful face. With her extraordinary appearance, she is definitely Chen Yuanyuan.
Shang Yi was startled for a moment, feeling like he was hanging in the mist, and said: "Miss Chen, you..."
At this time, Chen Yuanyuan took two steps forward, knelt down in front of Shang Yi, and said: "The general also knows about what happened during the day. Tian Guozhang has given his concubine to General Wu, but I do not want to follow Wu." The general is going, so I escaped from Tian Guozhang's house tonight, and I just ask you to take me in." As he said this, he started to cry "baby baby".
Shang Yi was also startled and said, "Did you escape?"
Chen Yuanyuan looked up at Shang Yi, with tears welling up in her eyes, and cried: "General Shang, I know that I am of low status, so I dare not ask for the general's love. I only wish to be by the general's side and serve him all my life. That's enough. If the general does not take me in, I will die and there will be no other way out."
These words were tantamount to Shang Yi's confession, and Shang Yi couldn't help but be stunned. When did Chen Yuanyuan fall in love with him? Was it when he was in the small mountain village, or after he came to Beijing and was granted a title? But he immediately thought of something else. A question is, if Chen Yuanyuan follows him, what will Wu Sangui do? Will he lead the Qing army into the Pass a year later like he did in another time and space?
At this time, Ye Yaoyao walked over, helped Chen Yuanyuan up from the ground, and said, "Sister Chen, what are you doing? Get up quickly. Since Sister Chen took such a risk to join our husband, what can we do?" How can you shut out Sister Chen?" He turned to Shang Yi and said, "Ms. sir, please say something! You can't be so crazy about her, right?"
Hearing Ye Yaoqi's somewhat ridiculing words, Chen Yuanyuan couldn't help but blush, and lowered her head slightly, but there was something charming and charming in her expression.
Shang Yi finally came to his senses now, and basically understood what happened. It is estimated that Ye Yaojia was also involved, and the thing probably happened during a private conversation between Ye Yaojia and Chen Yuanyuan during the banquet in the Cutian Mansion during the day. It was planned by Yi Jing. It was even possible that Chen Yuanyuan and Tian Jingui had started planning this when they came to Guanyi to invite me.
But to say that Shang Yi is not moved by Chen Yuanyuan is definitely a lie. Facing such a stunning beauty, how could he not be moved and even come to her door? What’s more, even Ye Yaoyao accepted Chen Yuanyuan by accepting the scriptures. , it seems that he still helped her escape at night. In other words, even Mrs. Dafang agreed. In this case, of course, he could not push her out again. So as to whether Wu Sangui will get angry in the future. The classic historical story of "Being a Beauty" is not within Shang Yi's consideration. Anyway, we will take it one step at a time and talk about it when the time comes.