[Qing] If you don't work hard, you will be forced to inherit the throne

The Dutch envoys and the English envoys arrived in the capital one after the other, and they were welcomed by the Ministry of Rites, the host of the Ministry of Rites, and the Ministry of Officials to live in the foreign envoy post opened for them.

The envoys of these two countries did not have the good luck of the French envoys. They did not have the help of Nan Huairen, and they had no personal relationship in the capital. England was better. They had traded with the Qing Dynasty for at least one year in advance. , has some connections with the Zheng family in Taiwan. During this mission to the Qing Dynasty, members of the East India Company were among the envoys.

As for the Netherlands, in order to seek an opportunity to meet the Qing emperor, the first thing that came to mind was bribery.

Just as they bribed all the way from the customs, they also sent the bribes to the officials in charge of receiving foreign envoys, and finally, these bribes were sent to the prince.

The English envoys had more brains, and they handed over a special letter to the officials of the Qing Dynasty.

"This letter is from Isaac Newton, Professor of Mathematics Lucas at the University of Cambridge. We guess that the researchers who wrote to Professor Newton the year before to discuss mathematics may come from the Royal Institute of your country. If you can find The researcher who wrote to Professor Newton, please convey the words of Professor Newton for us, "The divination in the Book of Changes is very interesting. I try to unravel the mysteries of divination, and I have doubts about its accuracy. .This is a magical book with infinite mysteries hidden in it. It is incredible that it is also a philosophical book. It is worthy of in-depth study. I am even willing to learn Chinese in order to learn this book thoroughly.”

This letter was written on parchment paper, and it was rolled very thickly. You can tell from the material that it is unusual. If you unfold it, it will be three meters long!

The officials of the Ministry of Rites did not dare to make decisions without authorization, so they reported the matter to the authorities. In the end, Newton's reply letter was conveyed to Yinfeng through the Department of Cleaning Up Officials.

As a reader, the excitement of getting a reply from the author of a favorite book has nothing to do with the status of the prince. In terms of science, this elder named Isaac Newton is like a bosom friend.At least in the Qing Dynasty, except for the busy Khan Ama and his companion Cao Zhen, no one has been able to discuss these theoretical knowledge with Yinfeng without communication barriers.

Newton said in the letter that "Ace" loved his books and wrote to him. This kind of cross-border communication made him excited and honored.

Then, he praised Ace for his accomplishments in physics and mathematics, and discussed with him the knowledge of mechanics and optics in depth.Answer his doubts in the previous letter, and vigorously refute the arguments in Yinrong's letter.

In his view, mechanics is absolute.

The length of these texts is only about one meter long. To Yinfeng's surprise, the other party used a full two meters to demonstrate the accuracy of the "Book of Changes" gossip. From the initial doubts to the subsequent tone change , It can be called fanaticism to tell the mysteries of gossip.

He even figured it out!

Divination, fortune-telling, prediction, fortune-telling... He also developed a strong interest in fortune-telling!

Yinfeng slapped the desk table and laughed: "Gu knew that the profound aspects of "Book of Changes" could arouse his interest."

However, he thought that Newton would discuss the influence of the Book of Changes on physics and mathematics, but he did not expect Newton to become interested in metaphysics instead.

Yinfeng couldn't understand it: "Gu thought that people who study science like Newton would be more rational. Gu himself believes in science and doesn't believe in metaphysics."

Cao Zhen poked her head and said curiously: "Just like my grandma always talked about the blessings of Buddha, don't all foreigners like to talk about God."

Yinfeng thought about it, and it was really the case. They always talk about God, and they like to talk about God when they have nothing to do.

"Your Highness, are you going to contact the English envoy?"

Yinfeng: "Wait a little longer, not now."

If you don't dry them for a few days, they will think that they can really open the back door.

"Ah Zhen, learning foreign languages ​​is really important. Only when you have learned well can you send people out. These foreigners come to our country one by one, looking eagerly. Our country is mysterious and huge to them. They don't understand us. They are also afraid of us. Our army is strong, we have the confidence, and we are strong. If we send envoys, they will definitely treat our envoys with courtesy."

Cao Zhen was thoughtful: "But the army is strong, it's useless to talk about it, you have to let people see it and prove it to them."

Yinfeng: "Then I ask you, how powerful are the Netherlands and France?"

Cao Zhen suddenly realized: "Of course it is France."

"why?"

"Because foreigners know about the Franco-Dutch war between them, King Louis XIV of France led the people to victory, and has since been known as the 'Sun King' in the West." Cao Zhen counted the information from outside, followed by After being around Yinfeng for a long time, he can see many different things.

For example, the French envoys constantly brag about their king's honor, emphasizing that the king's sincerity can have the friendship of the Qing Dynasty, and another example is their belittlement of the Dutch envoys and their resentment towards the Netherlands.

"It's interesting that the Dutch envoys are belittling the English envoys again, because England once had a monarch called Charles II, because he failed in the Anglo-Dutch war, he hugged Louis XIV's thigh, and the two countries cooperated to attack the Netherlands "Yinfeng blinked and asked him: "Isn't the entanglement between Western countries very interesting?"

Cao Zhen smiled brightly like a flower: "It seems that Your Highness is planning to be a fisherman of the snipe and clam fight."

"Don't underestimate them, Azhen. If Daqing is not strong enough, they will pounce on us and bite us, just like they bite each other. Fortunately, Daqing's strength can deter them now."

Cao Zhen: "Now?"

"In the future, I will also..."

Yinfeng brought the packed things back to Yuqing Palace. Although Changchun Garden is more comfortable for summer vacation, after all, the ministers work in the outskirts of the Forbidden City. It will be much more convenient to live in Yuqing Palace. The ban has been lifted. He discussed with Kangxi and moved back to Yuqing Palace first.

The heat was getting heavier, and he was not afraid of the heat on the way back, so he just ran between Changchun Garden and the Forbidden City.When cooling off from the heat, salt water popsicles are the best. If you can have some whipped cream, you can also make ice cream.

Every day, Cao Zhen murmured the easiest English to learn, and then changed her mouth shape and spun out French. These languages ​​all depended on memory, and his memory was not as good as that of His Royal Highness, so he could only hold a book every day. Small books, repeated memory.

"Howl oily", "howling oily"...

"It's more tiring than learning the Four Books and Five Classics. English and French are different, and I know each other. To distinguish them, I have to memorize them both."

Walking in Yuqing Palace, Yinreng found that the study atmosphere in Yuqing Palace was particularly intense.Perhaps it is because he requires continuous learning from all the people in his palace.

The two new young maids are brainless and unhappy. Under the guidance of the senior court ladies, they have learned most of the Chinese characters. There is a foundation for being unhappy. If you learn well, you will be more knowledgeable.

Aunt Jinxiu boasted that she has a good brain and memory, and she is willing to recite it hard, and her academic results are good.

In terms of mindless and unhappy looks and figures, it is worthy of being chosen by Khan Ama for him. Among the young ladies of the same age, they are the two most beautiful, one is quiet and the other is lively. Standing together, each has its own advantages and can be It is an eye-catching feeling.

Aunt Jinxiu told Yinreng with a smile: "Those two girls have good memories. They served His Highness a few times, and they learned a few foreign language words."

When she said this, she carefully observed Yinfeng's reaction, and was a little worried that His Highness would mind if these two little girls learned this knowledge.

Yinfeng was sitting in front of the desk, brushing and writing, chatting with Aunt Jinxiu, and suddenly said: "Go and call me for my lack of brains and unhappiness."

Aunt Jinxiu was startled, and looked at the sky: "Now?"

"Right now," Yinfeng picked up the word list copied by Wen Xiaomei, and when they were dry, there were a hundred English words on it. He thought about it: "It is inconvenient to write with a brush after all, especially for those who are drafting. At that time, I have to ask the Institute to get some charcoal and pencils."

[The secret recipe for making charcoal and pencil is not difficult, Xiaomei has detailed records here. 】The white tiger held its head high.

[Xiaomei also has the knowledge of coordinate system and geometric algebra here, big friend, look at me, look at me! 】Yinfeng: Yes, yes, I know that Xiaomei is very powerful.

But he wanted the Descartes manuscript not only for learning, but also for other purposes!

Xiaomei flicked her tail and proudly told her big friend.

[Xiaomei is an all-round assistant, not a little trash! 】

It may be that the previous few incidents have hit Xiaomei's self-confidence so much that she is more active than anyone else in proving her usefulness.

Yinfeng not only wants to coax Khan Ama, but also Xiaomei: Yes, Xiaomei is very useful.

Hey, at a young age, Gu has experienced the hardships of the upper and lower.

The white tiger raised its tail to the sky.

"Your Highness, you're so mindless and unhappy."

Nervously pinching the hem of the clothes: big... big night to summon them, His Highness finally enlightened, ready to be with them?

Thinking of His Highness's handsome face and innate noble temperament, he blushed thoughtlessly and swallowed quietly, for fear that his embarrassing appearance of saliva would be found out.

Unhappy and cold glanced at her: "What are you thinking?" Hmph!Toad wants to eat.

Mindless whispered: "Otherwise, what did His Highness ask us to come here so late?"

Inside the house, Aunt Jinxiu showed a tangled look on her face, she hesitated to speak: "I haven't ordered someone to take them to wash yet."

"What are you washing up for? Let them in." Yinfeng handed them the [-] words he had written down, and said ruthlessly with his mindless eyes: "How long will it take to memorize them?"

Unhappy and without squinting, he said: "It may take an hour to recite all the words, but the slaves can't pronounce, so far they only know ABCD..."

"Very good," Yinfeng smiled: "Starting tomorrow, you will follow Ah Zhen to learn foreign languages. The requirements are not high, and you will recite a hundred new words a day. You will be given one year to learn to communicate in English. If you learn it , I will give you the title of female officer."

Unhappy eyes lit up, and he immediately complied with Yinrong's request.No brains saw that the sisters who came together agreed, and hurriedly followed suit. After answering, he went to look at the words on the paper, and suddenly one head and two big.

Here, Yinfeng summoned two young ladies in the palace at night, and the news of the matter reached Kangxi's ears the next day. The emperor was very active, and specially recruited Xinyu to ask the truth: "My Baocheng has finally grown up?"

Xinyu: "His Royal Highness asked the two of them to recite foreign language words overnight."

Kangxi: "..."

"Your Majesty, Your Highness is two years younger than Big Brother," Xin Yu said respectfully.

The implication is that if you want to hug your grandson, why don't you go Huo Big Brother?

Kangxi asked without changing his face: "The Dutch envoy, did you send someone to find the guarantor?"

Xin Yu said: "The Dutch envoys sent people to present gifts to His Highness, as if they wanted to use bribes to ask His Highness to come down and speak well to the Emperor. They heard that the French envoys got the official position through this, and they also wanted to emulate Bai Jin."

Kangxi sneered: "I give Bai Jin a chance, but I won't give them a chance."

When the French envoys came to the Qing Dynasty, everything followed the rules of the Qing Dynasty. The attitude of King Louis XIV behind it was particularly sincere. In comparison, he opened his mouth and asked the Qing Dynasty to trade with them on an equal footing. The envoy only made Kangxi see their wolf ambitions, and his favor towards them naturally dropped again and again.

"What did Baocheng say?"

Xin Yu smiled and said: "Your Highness said that empty bribes are useless, unless the envoys offer him ten cows, he will believe in the sincerity of the Dutch envoys."

Kangxi twitched the corner of his mouth and said unexpectedly: "Dairy cow?"

As if afraid of the emperor's misunderstanding, Xinyu explained: "Your Highness said that the Holland is rich in a kind of dairy cow named Holstein, which produces much more milk than the Qing Dynasty's current dairy cows. If it can be introduced for cross-breeding, it can realize the domestic Increased milk production."

"Your Highness said that raw milk has bacteria and is not edible. If it is sterilized at high temperature and sugar is added to make condensed milk to prolong the shelf life, it can achieve the supply of milk to the surrounding areas of the dairy farm. The dairy farm is built on the grassland, which can give priority to frontline soldiers along the way. Serve condensed milk."

Kangxi looked puzzled: "That's it?"

"His Royal Highness is going to receive the English envoy next, and the English envoy has brought over the letter from Isaac Newton."

Xinyu felt incredible, never thought that the prince could actually get in touch with a certain person on the other side of the ocean.

"The envoys of England thought that the person who wrote the letter to Isaac Newton was from the Qing Research Institute, because the Qing Research Institute is now recognized as being founded by the emperor, and the people working in it must have a high status. The people in the research institute get in touch, so as to achieve the goal of meeting His Royal Highness and the Emperor."

Kangxi is quite concerned about the movements of the prince receiving envoys from various countries. He is like a parent who wants his child to learn to walk, but can't help but open his hands to protect him. He listens to reports on the prince's movements every day. Only then did I feel at ease.

Xinyu sighed softly. It's not that he can't understand the emperor's concern for his beloved son. It's just that as the fourth grandfather, he thinks about it for His Royal Highness. The mountain-like love of the emperor is really suffocating. upset.

On this point, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is truly admirable.

"Oh? Baocheng got Newton's reply?"

"His Royal Highness also said that if there is a chance, it would be great to trick a few scientists back to do research. The literati in the Qing Dynasty are indeed inferior to outsiders in the study of science, physics, and mathematics. It's to blame, it's the emperor's lack of enlightenment."

[Hey, big friend's father's blood pressure has risen again!This time, no big friends are angry with Dad. Could it be that Dad's high blood pressure has worsened? ! 】