Walking out of the gate of Shefuku Temple, Ouyang Jianqing said: "Master, I didn't expect that Master Lian Zhen's Sichuan dialect is so standard. He is from Sichuan, right?"
Jerry Polo lived in Fulu, Chengdu for a while. He also praised: "Not bad. His Sichuan dialect is very authentic."
I shook my head slightly and said, "I don't know if Lian Zhen is from Sichuan. The last time I saw him, he spoke fluent northern dialect. This monk Lian Zhen is not only proficient in medical skills, but also good at physiognomy. He has been here ever since. Since then, the popularity of Yanfu Temple has become more and more prosperous. I didn’t expect that he can’t even speak..."
Fang Ling saw that I suddenly stopped and said nothing. He hurriedly asked: "Brother, what's wrong? Is there something wrong?"
In ancient times, unlike later generations, there was great mobility. There were many people who knew two or three dialects. The popularity rate of the most commonly used Mandarin among the people was very low. And the most important thing is that Lian Zhen can speak Sichuan dialect.
"Ling'er. I suddenly remembered something."
I remember Tian Jing, the leader of the Miao village, once told me that before Wen Tianxiang went to Xiangxi to deal with the Miao-Han dispute, the monk who treated people in the Miao village spoke an authentic Sichuan dialect.
"He looks like a traveler. He is tall and handsome. His accent is a typical Sichuan dialect." These points mentioned by Tian Jing are completely consistent with those of Yan Fukuji. This can't be just a coincidence.
Yanfu Temple. The Buddhist name is Fuyan. If the word Yanfu is reversed, doesn’t it mean Fuyan?
As soon as I thought about this, I quickly ordered: "Xiao Qi, go to the Ethnic Affairs Department immediately and ask Tian Zuiyan if he has seen the wandering monk who haunts the Miao village that Tian Jingtou said. After asking You go to Tongle Building to find us."
"Yes, young master."
After Xiao Qi left, I said to Ouyang Jianqing and Jerry, who looked puzzled: "This monk may be related to a certain case. Mr. Jerry, Ouyang Jianqing, if you are fine tonight, come with us to have fun." Lou, please consider this as a farewell to Mr. Jerry."
Jerry smiled and said: "Okay. It is better to obey orders than to be respectful. I would like to thank Mr. Huyan."
Ouyang Jianqing also said: "Yes, young master."
I ask them to eat. No matter if there are no consequences, they will go there. Even if they really have something big to do.
"Haha. Let's go. Go directly to Tongle Building."
When we arrived at Tongle Building, it happened to be evening. Business at Tongle Building was still booming. It happened to be dinner time. There were already many people in front of the door, eating melon seeds and waiting for a table.
Fortunately, we didn't have to queue. We went straight to Room No. 1 on the second floor from the back door. Fang Ling, who was in charge of ordering, was very skilled at this. He quickly ordered four cold dishes, six hot dishes and one without even looking at the menu. Bottle of Chinese Imperial Liquid.
The waiters in the store all knew us. They served cold dishes and tea, poured wine, and said with a smile on their face: "Sir, please use it slowly."
"Well, go ahead and do your work." I signaled the waiter to leave and said, "Everyone, please eat. Mr. Jerry, please."
"Thank you, sir."
I took a sip of wine and first said, "Ouyang Jianqing. How are the personnel and route arrangements for the giant ship's maiden voyage?"
"Hui Gongzi. For the sake of keeping a low profile, the Shenzhou will make its maiden voyage this time as a merchant ship. The captain will be personally appointed by the South China Sea Fleet Commander Ruan Sicong. All the one thousand officers and soldiers on board will appear as ordinary guards. There will also be some merchants. They and their cargo will travel with the ship. At the same time, ten scholars from Lin'an University will also accompany the ship for scientific investigation. The Shenzhou will set off from the southern sea of our country. According to the map drawn by the master, it will sail westward through the Indian Peninsula. The Suez Canal in the Sinai Peninsula of Egypt. Reaching Europe where Mr. Jerry is."
"Ruan Sicong is experienced. He is at the helm. In addition, the Shenzhou is equipped with our latest compass, artillery and other firearms. The navigation direction and safety on the shore along the way should not be affected. Ouyang Jianqing, tell Ruan Sicong when you return. Safety first. If there is any irresistible problem, return immediately. Also, if you encounter someone who is not kind to us, you can try the power of artillery."
"Yes, young master."
After talking to Ouyang Jianqing, I raised my glass and said, "Mr. Jerry, I wish you a smooth journey."
"Thank you, sir." Jerry drank it all in one gulp.
"Good drinker." I complimented casually.
Jerry Polo's drinking capacity is indeed good. Even the Chinese Royal Liquid with a very high alcohol content seems to be no problem. This kind of drinking capacity is different from Yuan Ji and others who are profound in internal energy. You must know that Jerry does not have any foundation in internal energy. While drinking, Jerry said: "Master Huyan, this Chinese Royal Liquid is very delicious. I bought more than ten bottles. This time I will bring it back to Venice as a gift to the nobles in Venice and my relatives and friends. .If my subordinate’s prediction is correct, there should be a market for this kind of high-quality liquor in our place. Master, we also have a similar distilled liquor there. The strength is about the same as that of Chinese Royal Liquid. It’s called..."
Before I finished speaking, I blurted out: "Whiskey."
Jerry was stunned and said: "Master Huyan, how do you know whiskey?"
I smiled and said, "Mr. Jerry, you can vigorously promote our products when you go back this time. We have many novel items. Many of them are ahead of the world and even unique. Mr. Jerry, you can do this this time." Bring more samples back. If you don't have enough money, you can go to Shifeng to get them first."
"How is that possible? My subordinates receive no reward for their merits."
"Mr. Jerry, let's do this. Even if I cooperate with you in business, if these samples can attract businessmen from you to come to trade with us, then it will be profitable. Even if no businessmen come, it can still be regarded as Advertising.”
Jerry thought for a while and said cheerfully: "Okay. That's feasible." Jerry is a businessman and is very sensitive to the market. I completely believe in this. What's more, Jerry will also do it for you. I recruited Western talents and provided them with some samples of goods. I would not lose money no matter what.
"I'll tell Xiao Tian later. You can withdraw as much as you want."
"I would like to thank Mr. Huyan. I am going to buy MSG, hard pens, magnifying glasses, tea, porcelain, silk and other goods. These may be a big business. I estimate that there should be many Venetian businessmen accompanying me. My fellow subordinates came to Lin'an to discuss business."
I said "en" and said: "This is a good thing. We welcome legitimate trade by legitimate merchants and will protect the legitimate interests of merchants. Of course. Don't carry prohibited items with you."
Jerry smiled and said: "I know that you cannot do anything that violates the laws of the Song Dynasty."
"Mr. Jerry, I know the current situation very well. I'm afraid I can't give you a lot of time during this trip. After the Shenzhou ship arrives in Venice, I can only give you ten days. No problem."
"no problem."
"Okay." I raised my glass. "Here, have another drink."
In the hundreds of years after the Song Dynasty, Westerners used opium and cannons to extract a large amount of silver from us. Now I just use monosodium glutamate, liquor and other items in exchange for the gold and silver in their hands. I am very kind.
Since 1405, Zheng He led his fleet to sail to the Western Ocean seven times. This was the first of its kind in the history of Chinese navigation. It is also in a leading position in the history of world navigation. Today, I have advanced this feat by more than a hundred years. The Western powers relied on The Armada conquered colonies one after another. I want to advance this period of history. Although I don't want to dominate, I can develop overseas trade and spread Chinese civilization.
"Jianqing. This maiden voyage is just an attempt. So only the Shenzhou is traveling alone. They must be careful. This voyage not only requires improving navigation skills, increasing navigation experience, and mastering ocean knowledge. It also requires Cultivate the courage and adventurous spirit of our Song people. After we understand the situation along the way, we can form a huge fleet and travel far again. At that time, we can show the prestige of our country."
"Yes. I obey my orders."
When we were about to finish eating, Xiaoqi hurried to Tongle Building.
"Master Tian Zuiyan said that he has never seen the wandering monk with his own eyes."
I thought for a while and said: "Xiao Qi, please arrange for a clever painter to go to Yanfu Temple tomorrow and secretly remember the appearance of Monk Lian Zhen. When you come back, immediately draw it from memory. Then paint the portrait with six hundred Send it to the Miao village in a hurry from Riga and let people from Tian Jingtou identify it."
"Yes, young master."
"Also, let the Jinyi guards check the details of Yanfu Temple. If there is really a problem with Lian, then Yanfu Temple must be involved. Okay, Xiaoqi, you have something to eat first."
After receiving the battle report from the Sichuan Military Region in mid-February, in late March, I received the second battle report this year. A battle report from the Xiangyang Military Region.
During the court meeting, Lu Xiufu said with joy on his face: "Your Majesty, Mr. Lu Wende of the Xiangyang Military Region reported that in early March, Mongolian troops invaded Fangzhou in the west of Xiangyang. Our army successfully repelled it under the leadership of Li Jian, the prefect of Fangzhou, and generals Du Rulong and Xia Xi. Invading enemy."
"Okay. Very good. Lu Aiqing. Let me read the key points of the battle report to you all."
"Yes, Your Majesty." Lu Xiufu read loudly. "On March 6th, two thousand Mongolian soldiers of Han and Jin Dynasties, led by two thousand captains, marched towards Longguang under our jurisdiction in Fangzhou (today's Fangxian County, Hubei Province). Longguang Village launched an attack. Du Rulong, the defender of Longguang Village, organized 500 defenders and people to resist. At the same time, he asked for help from Fangzhou. After receiving the news, Lord Li Jian of Fangzhou and General Xia Xi, the garrison of Fangzhou, immediately led 600 soldiers under their command to Longguangzhai. Guangzhai. The battle lasted for one day and one night. Our army repelled four attacks by the Mongolian army and successfully defended Longguangzhai, the military center of Fangzhou. In this battle, our army suffered 402 casualties. It is estimated that more than 800 enemy soldiers were injured. ."
"Good. Convey my decree. Commend Li Jian, Du Rulong, Xia Xi and all the Fangzhou Army. My dear friends. In recent times, the Mongols have launched two small-scale attacks in succession. Such attacks are painless and innocuous. What is its purpose? Moreover, the soldiers sent out for the two consecutive attacks were all Han soldiers in the Mongolian army. The Mongolians and the Semu people in the Western Regions basically remained untouched. Lu Aiqing, how does your Military Academy view it?"