Chongzhen and I became partners

Chapter 428 Construction of Ideology and Spirit

Hearing Emperor Chongzhen's question, Liu Weichao went on to say: "The second step is to open up grasslands, such as the Hetao Plain, which is an excellent agricultural production area. As long as the water conservancy projects are completed and irrigated by the Yellow River, the output will increase." Definitely more than invested."

"There are also a few places on the grasslands that are very rich in minerals, and towns can also be built. They are places that are worth investing in manpower and material resources. After these places improve, they will build railways and other communications to make the transportation inside and outside the customs convenient."

After a pause, he added: "Of course, the Mongolian tribes are not good at these things, so they asked the relevant people to immigrate there, and there are more people in the customs, and then set up schools and so on, and let the children of the grassland tribes learn Chinese characters. , speaking Chinese, you can assimilate those grassland tribes, integrate them, and become real Ming people. Only in this way can Da Ming truly master the grassland!"

Emperor Chongzhen was delighted to hear that, but he still had doubts and said: "Those grassland tribesmen, they can't do this, and they can't do that. I can't support them, can I?"

Hearing this, Liu Weichao immediately smiled and said: "Hehe, that's right, what they are good at, naturally we have to use them or something. For example, if some of them are good at fighting, then recruit them into the army and let them open up borders for Daming Tuotu; for those who are old and physically weak, grazing is okay, Daming also needs animal husbandry, so let them go grazing, so that Daming can get more meat, milk, goat milk and furs."

Emperor Chongzhen nodded when he heard this, and said a little excitedly: "Your idea sounds good, and it can permanently solve the problem of the Mongolian grassland!"

"No!" Liu Weichao immediately corrected him after hearing this, "To permanently solve the troubles of the Mongolian grassland, in fact, you still need to vigorously develop technology so that Daming can crush the Mongolian grassland technologically, so that they can no longer make trouble idea!"

"That's right!" Emperor Chongzhen said excitedly when he heard that, "As long as Daming owns the machine guns, tanks, planes, etc., killing Mongolian tribes is just like playing. That's it!"

Liu Weichao's idea of ​​solving grasslands should be a long-term process, which should be divided into several steps.But no matter what, this allowed Emperor Chongzhen to see several ways to truly solve the problems of the Mongolian grassland, allowing him to accomplish things that Emperor Taizu and Emperor Chengzu could not accomplish. It can be said that Emperor Chongzhen at this time was very excited.

He was happy, but Liu Weichao suddenly became serious, and immediately reminded him: "By the way, you are in the north, and you have to face a new enemy next..."

"A new enemy? What kind of enemy?" Emperor Chongzhen asked a little puzzled when he heard this, "Aren't there only Mongolians in the north? You mean, Mobei Mongolia? They are all Mongolian tribes, and they can use you This is the way to solve it!"

"No!" Liu Weichao shook his head immediately after hearing this, "It's Tsarist Russia, a country in Europe, which is actually not very powerful. But based on their interests, they have already begun to colonize the east. At this time, you should have already colonized the Pacific Ocean. In a few years, it is estimated that they will extend their claws to Daming!"

"Oh?" Emperor Chongzhen immediately thought of something when he heard it, and said to Liu Weichao, "It's the era of great voyages of the Western Yi, not only on the sea, but also in the north, isn't it?"

"That's right!" Liu Weichao listened, and said seriously, "They are just a group of flies, and they will come whenever there is a crack. Let me tell you, don't underestimate them. For example, the Tsarist Russia, because of profit reasons, They continued to colonize the east, and in the end, Tsarist Russia was originally a small country, but it expanded into a huge empire, and became very powerful in later generations!"

"At the beginning, the entire northern part of Mongolia, all the way to the Arctic Ocean, was very cold and desolate. On the surface, it seemed that there was not much output. However, after such a large area was included in Tsarist Russia, with the development of science and technology , the use of this land gradually increased. And when they were attacked by other western barbarians in later generations, they had a large strategic buffer area, so that they would not destroy the country, and they could finally counterattack and come back."

When Liu Weichao said this, he said very solemnly: "With the development of science and technology, it is actually a competition for resources. Underground in the north, there are countless oil and natural gas, which are all worth gold. Their country , even if there is no other income, just selling these two things can support them to become one of the strongest military powers. Another one that has become one of the richest countries on earth by selling underground resources is the Middle East , I will tell you about this later..."

Hearing these words, Emperor Chongzhen almost burst into tears.

In this era, there is no one else who has the deepest understanding of oil and natural gas except him.Now, there is actually a demand for these resources.

Among other things, steam trains, such as converting energy by boiling water, have already changed the traffic greatly.In the future, there will be more energy conversion by burning fire, and these combustibles will be needed even more.

Of course, Emperor Chongzhen didn't know at this time that petroleum was the foundation of chemical industry, otherwise, he would have been more pleased.

Therefore, he quickly said to Liu Weichao: "I will never let the western barbarians... Tsarist Russia, right? I must never let them succeed! If you dare to go east, I will destroy them!"

Liu Weichao laughed as soon as he heard it, and said to Emperor Chongzhen: "So, they are already dividing up the world, and you should have this expectation, and compete with them for the whole world. At least a few places with very rich mineral resources, that is a must. It was taken. In addition, it is also a good way for you to transfer domestic conflicts, at least transfer the hereditary ones as much as possible. Otherwise, once the class solidifies, it will be time for the empire to perish."

As soon as Emperor Chongzhen heard about the matters related to the country, he immediately nodded and said solemnly: "I know, I understand!"

The emperor must be hereditary, and Emperor Chongzhen never considered changing this point.

However, the best rewards for courtiers are also hereditary.However, under the influence of Liu Weichao, he has already understood the hereditary harm of other people.It's also the same, he has no problem with being knighted, but he has never had any hereditary knighting.

After Emperor Chongzhen finished speaking, he said with a little emotion: "I have learned a lot from talking with you today. I will definitely digest it when I look back."

Having said that, he paused, and then asked expectantly, "By the way, do you have anything else to add?"

As he said that, he smiled again: "I don't think there are too many, the more the better!"

Liu Weichao laughed when he heard it.That's all, it would be strange if Emperor Chongzhen thought too much of it!

However, he really still had something to say, and when he heard Emperor Chongzhen's question, he nodded and replied: "A lot of what I told you just now is based on the overall situation. Generally speaking, it should be about the material aspect. On the other hand, I think spiritual construction is also essential! It can be said that the two are indispensable. Just like the two legs of a person, one is long and the other is short. , making it more difficult for Daming to move forward."

"Oh?" Emperor Chongzhen was a little surprised when he heard it, and felt the importance Liu Weichao emphasized, so he asked quickly: "What is spiritual construction? Could it be Confucianism?"

"Confucianism is one kind!" Liu Weichao listened, thought for a while, nodded and said, "I mean thoughts, spirits, etc. You must promote good people and good deeds and set an example, such as the country and society you care about. Naturally, it is to promote and encourage those who are loyal to the emperor and serve the country. Didn’t I say before that the reason why Su Wu and Wen Tianxiang left their names for future generations is because they are worthy of praise. And regarding this, you must continue to do it!”

When Emperor Chongzhen heard this, he said with a smile, "Of course! Didn't you mention Lu Xiangsheng and Sun Chengzong before? I have already given Yu Zhui the title and given preferential treatment to his family."

"Well, well done!" Liu Weichao listened, praised him, and then continued, "However, based on my experience in future generations, I suggest that you have a system in this regard, which is to tell the world clearly that you are loyal to the emperor and patriotic, What kind of treatment is it for the country and the people, and what conditions are met to be able to receive such treatment. Such a person should be respected by the world!"

Since ancient times, there have always been commendations for such people and things, but most of them are temporarily decided by the emperor.

Among them, one is the sixteen generals of Yuntai in the Eastern Han Dynasty, and the other one is the meritorious archway, which is similar.

However, from the perspective of future generations, these are not systematic.

At this time, when Emperor Chongzhen heard Liu Weichao's words, he was also very curious about what the future generations would do, so he immediately asked: "Then what is the systematic approach, and how should it be done?"

After hearing this, Liu Weichao smiled slightly and said, "Don't worry, I'll show you some photos and introductions."

After finishing speaking, seeing Emperor Chongzhen nodding, he put his phone aside, and then searched on his laptop. He quickly found several pages, took pictures with his mobile phone, and sent them to Emperor Chongzhen.

Then Liu Weichao switched back to the video screen and said: "Look at it first, there is the introduction, and then contact me by video, and we will talk again!"

Emperor Chongzhen had already heard the notification sound of the mobile phone, and was curious about what the future generations would be like. Hearing this, he nodded and said, "Okay, then I will take a look first!"

After finishing speaking, he hung up the video communication, opened the photo sent by Liu Weichao, and looked at the pattern on the photo and the introductory text on it.

After reading a few photos, he finally understood what Liu Weichao said about the systematic ideological and spiritual construction?

(End of this chapter)