Chapter 291: Ming Dynasty to complete the construction of 10 large ships within 200 years

Zhu Gang held the extremely exquisite ship model carefully in his hands, his eyes sparkling with excitement and pride.

He pointed at the model and introduced it incessantly: "Brother, please look, this building ship is large in scale, and its hull is clearly layered and well-arranged.

Located in the center of the main deck, there is a unique deckhouse called the "midships".

At the stern of the ship stands a majestic three-story stern tower, which is where the commanders of the entire fleet live.

Looking at the bow part, there is also a two-story pavilion.

It extends from the bottom of the cabin to the deck, with a total of five layers.

Although this ship is not as huge as a behemoth in comparison, it is enough!

According to this situation, in the future, only one fleet will be needed to easily accommodate more than 20,000 people!"

Upon hearing this, Zhu Biao, who was standing by, couldn't help but look surprised.

He frowned slightly, thought for a moment and said, "With the current technological level of our Ming Dynasty, it will probably take a long time to build such a huge ship.

According to my estimation, it will take at least two full years to complete.

If we want to complete the task of building hundreds of such ships, we will have to do so.

Even if ten strong shipbuilding teams were dispatched, they would work together in unison.

I am afraid it will take at least twenty years to successfully complete this huge project."

Zhu Gang raised his hand with a serious expression and slowly extended a finger.

It was as if that finger was carrying a heavy burden.

He said in a firm tone: "I have already told my eldest brother that in ten years, everyone in the Prince Jin's Mansion will definitely stay away from the homeland of Daming.

Therefore, we must go all out to complete the construction of 200 giant ships within these short ten years!"

When Zhu Biao heard this, he couldn't help but frown.

He responded worriedly: "The construction of the tower ship is the key to the overseas enfeoffment plan.

Ensuring it is of high quality and completed on time is of utmost importance.

If you only seek quick success and are impatient for it.

If something unexpected happens in the vast ocean, the consequences would be incalculable."

However, in the face of his brother's worries, Zhu Gang seemed confident and at ease.

He comforted her, "Don't worry, bro. Just relax.

I have personally participated in disaster relief operations in the four prefectures of Suzhou, Songshan, Jiaxing and Huzhou, during which I accumulated a wealth of experience.

Now, all we have to do is follow the same method and apply the successful methods of the past to this huge project of supervising the construction of the building ship.

This arduous mission will be successfully completed on schedule or even ahead of schedule.”

Zhu Gang's words revealed an unparalleled confidence and courage.

Just at this moment, Zhu Yuanzhang, looking haggard and as if plagued by illness, walked in slowly from outside the door, carefully supported by the eunuch chief Wang Jinghong.

His steps were unsteady, and each step seemed to weigh a thousand pounds, as if he might fall down at any time.

"Third brother, what we hate most in our lives are those people who only know how to talk but don't do anything.

Don't fire blanks at Daddy!"

Although Zhu Yuanzhang's voice was a little weak, the majesty contained in it remained unchanged.

Not long ago, Zhu Gang personally led Nanxiong Hou Zhao Yong and a group of other prisoners sentenced to death to devote themselves to the clinical trials of cowpox vaccination.

He keenly noticed that this was the reason why Zhu Yuanzhang looked so sick.

It was precisely because of the vaccination with the so-called "Ming Dynasty version of smallpox vaccine" that caused adverse reactions.

"Father, I have already stated that this vaccination will mainly target soldiers who will participate in the war against the Northern Yuan Dynasty.

After all, they will go to the front line to fight bloody battles, facing huge risks and challenges. As the ruler of a country, you have an extremely noble status.

If the civil and military officials in the court find out, it will inevitably cause a lot of unexpected troubles!"

Zhu Gang looked at Zhu Yuanzhang earnestly, his words full of worry.

Zhu Yuanzhang coughed twice with a solemn expression, and said in a slightly low voice: "Third brother, my body is not as weak as you think!

Besides, even our fragile sister survived such adverse reactions.

Could it be that my physical fitness is not as good as your mother who lives in seclusion all day long?"

As he spoke, Zhu Yuanzhang's eyes were as sharp as torches, directed straight at Zhu Biao.

Zhu Biao understood immediately after seeing this, and nodded in response: "Third brother, our father has already handed over the power of regent to me, the crown prince.

Moreover, there were senior ministers like Li Shanchang, Duke of Korea, who were highly respected and loyal and steadfast in their support.

How could there be officials who don't know what's good for them and dare to act recklessly and stir up trouble?"

However, in response to Zhu Biao's words, Zhu Gang did not speak a word but remained silent.

At this moment, Zhu Yuanzhang seemed to suddenly remember something, he frowned and asked: "Third brother, I heard you mentioned the disaster relief work in the four prefectures of Su, Song, Jia, and Hu.

After thinking about this again and again, I always feel that there seems to be something wrong with it.

Can you explain in detail why the gentry who set up soup kitchens to help the victims were reimbursed half of their relief funds? "

In his words, Zhu Yuanzhang revealed a sense of majesty and doubt.

Zhu Gang gracefully picked up the exquisite teacup on the table, his movements calm and composed, as if time had slowed down at this moment.

He gently brought the rim of the cup to his lips and took a small sip slowly.

Then Zhu Gang slowly put down the cup and looked at everyone calmly.

At this moment, he was thinking to himself that his extremely majestic father seemed to have a very unique hobby.

I always like to hide quietly in a corner and listen to other people's conversations.

Where does this habit come from?

Will it accompany him throughout his life?

Thinking of this, Zhu Gang couldn't help but shook his head slightly, with a helpless smile on his lips.

"Before you two explain this in detail, I would like to share a little story with you and my elder brother."

Zhu Gang's voice was low and firm, with an unquestionable determination.

However, when Zhu Biao noticed Zhu Yuanzhang's slightly frowned brows, he hurriedly stepped forward and played the role of mediating the conflict.

He smiled and said sincerely, "Dad, my third brother once told Yao Guangxiao a story called 'Three Monks with No Water to Drink'.

I happened to be there at that time, and after listening to the entire story in person, I was deeply moved.

Now my third brother wants to emulate the story of 'Zou Ji admonishing the King of Qi to accept advice', and I hope that Dad can give him a chance to express his opinions to the fullest."

Upon hearing this, Zhu Yuanzhang's heart was shocked, and the warning that Queen Ma gave him two days ago suddenly emerged in his mind.

“When a family wants to move up, there is an underlying logic.

It is said that when the father loves, the mother is calm, and when the mother is calm, the son is at peace.

When the son is at peace, the family is harmonious, and when the family is harmonious, everything will prosper.

When a family goes into decline, if the father is lazy, the mother will suffer; if the mother suffers, the son will be afraid; if the son is afraid, the family will decline.

The old man is immoral and the father is incompetent.

The wife suffers and the son works hard. "

(End of this chapter)