One Piece of Song Dynasty

Li Xin nodded and said: "Well, I called you here just so that you can command the army that surprises Huacheng County during the Northern Expedition in the future, and I will hide you in the snow in the past few years to make you disappear from the sight of the world. , this conversation I have with you is a secret conversation. My plan for the Northern Expedition has only been told to you so far, so you have to keep this matter secret, not even to your own family members. Only you know about it. Well, if there is any leakage, I will only ask you."

Liu Qi replied: "Don't worry, Your Majesty, I will definitely keep my mouth shut."

Li Xin continued: "After today's conversation, you will set off to Quanzhou, where there is an army of people that has been prepared. When you go there, you will lead the army to Jiangxi to help Han Shizhong put down the rebellion. After Jiangxi is pacified, stationed in Jiangxi to train soldiers. , I will give you the remaining horses within two or three years, and I will not inform you of the next move until one year before the Northern Expedition."

Liu Qi bowed and said, "I understand."

After Liu Qi left, Li Xin wrote to Xinghan Ma Kuo, asking him to send of the newly trained troops to Quanzhou.

After keeping mourning for Empress Dowager Meng for a hundred days, Li Jing finally came to Lin'an. Li Xin met Li Jing and said: "My good sister, you are finally here."

Li Jing teased: "You are the prince now, how can a little girl like me see you casually?"

Li Xin took Li Jing's hand and said, "Tell me quickly, what new achievements have you made?"

Li Jing said: "The open-hearth steelmaking method has been successful. There is the first open-hearth furnace in Xinghan. If there are sufficient raw materials, it will not be a problem to produce one million tons of steel per year."

Li Xin nodded and said, "Well, let's build another open-hearth steelmaking plant in Fujian. What about the others?"

Li Jing replied: "Steam engines have come out, batteries have been made, generators have been made, and the microscope is really easy to use. Only now do I know that we humans are made up of cells that are so small. There are animals and plants too.”

Li Xin said: "First try to use steam engines in mining to improve mining efficiency, and then try to build steam trains when the technology matures. Since steel production has increased, rail tracks will not be a problem. What's your next step?" What’s the plan?”

Li Jing said thoughtfully: "Although there are batteries, they are very crude and cannot be used in practical applications. We need to continue to research. The generator cannot be used on a large scale and we need to continue to improve and research. The preparation method of concentrated sulfuric acid needs to be improved. There is the preparation of nitric acid and hydrochloric acid, wired telegraphy, wireless telegraphy, telephones, there are many things to do.”

Li Xin advised: "Take your time, don't rush. Sister, you will move to Fujian for your future work and do research in Fujian. Some colleges in Xinghan will also build another one in Fujian. While doing research, the most important thing is It’s better to cultivate reserve talents. With more talents, your research progress can be accelerated.”

Li Jing nodded and said, "Yes, brother, I understand."

Li Xin asked again: "What do you need my help for?"

Li Jing said: "It's great. What we lack most are various raw materials, such as various ores. Doing experiments consumes a lot of materials."

Li Xin nodded and said: "That's no problem. I have asked Jiang Shan to lead a team to survey the distribution of mineral resources in various places. I have also asked the shipping companies of various cities to import various ores from other countries to absolutely ensure that you have sufficient experimental materials. However, I still want to remind you that you must ensure your own safety before doing experiments. Some experiments may be dangerous, so you must pay attention."

Li Jing replied: "Well, brother, I remember it. If nothing happens, I will go see my nieces and nephews."

Li Xin grabbed Li Jing's hand and stopped her from walking: "Don't worry, there is something important for you to come to Lin'an this time that is related to your life."

Li Jing wondered: "What's the matter?"

Li Xin coughed and asked, "What's going on between you and Li Shifu?"

Li Jing opened her mouth and said, "Ah, brother, you already know everything."

Li Xin smiled evilly and said, "Tell me, what do you think?"

Li Jing asked cautiously: "Can I ask brother what he thinks first?"

Li Xin shook his head and said: "No, you tell me what you think first, and then I will tell you my decision."

Li Jing pursed her lips and said, "Li Shifu is tall and handsome, quite easy-going, and has great martial arts skills. Anyway, he is good at everything."

Li Xin thought to herself that beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and her little sister was obsessed with Li Shifu.

Li Xin said: "Sister, Li Shifu will have to fight on the battlefield in the future, so don't be afraid. The battlefield has no eyesight."

Li Jing shook her head and said, "Don't be afraid. He is very skilled in martial arts. I believe in him."

Li Xin sighed: "Well, in this case, I have no choice but to let your brother go. I have already sent a letter to Li Shifu's father. He will be coming from Jiangdong soon. You two are already old, so take advantage of this." Let’s get married as soon as possible.”

Hearing this, Li Jing rushed over and shook Li Xin: "Brother, you agreed. That's great, that's great, but I have to do something so soon, and I'm not ready yet."

Li Xin deliberately teased: "If you're not ready, forget it. I'll write a letter to his father and stop him from coming."

Li Jing hurriedly said: "No, no, this is not good. I just listen to my brother."

Li Xin pinched Li Jing's nose and smiled: "It seems that my sister is quite anxious. If you want to prepare something, go directly to your sister Hongyu and tell her, or ask her to give you some suggestions."

After talking with Li Jing, Li Xin wrote to Zhao Fei, asking the Fujian Iron and Steel Plant to start large-scale production of share plows after its completion. Since steel production has increased, share plows can be promoted on a large scale.

Two days later, Li Yongqi arrived in Lin'an. Li Xin personally set up a table at the government office. When Li Yongqi brought Li Shifu to the Lin'an government office, Li Xin personally went to greet them.

After everyone sat down, Li Xin got straight to the point and said: "Master Li, the reason for inviting you and your son here today is to discuss the marriage between Shifu and my sister Li Jing. I wonder if Shifu told you in advance?"

Li Yongqi was shocked, then glared at Li Shifu and calmed down and said: "Your Majesty, this kid really didn't tell me in advance, and I really don't know about this kid's relationship with the princess."

Li Xin nodded and said: "It's not too late to know now. Regarding the two of them, Lang Youqing is interested in my concubine, and I have no objection. Besides, they are both old and it's time to get married. If Mr. Li agrees, I will The king will find someone to calculate the date and get married soon."

Li Yongqi thought for a while and said: "Your Majesty, can I go back to discuss this matter before replying?"

Li Xin replied: "Of course."

Li Yongqi took Li Shifu back to their home in Lin'an, but Li Yongqi didn't speak all the way.