There was no doubt about the steam engine's role in promoting the development of human society. It was the most important symbol of the replacement of handicraft labor by large-scale machine production. Perhaps Faubert, Zhang Hongsheng, Li Tai, and the others in the workshop did not realize the great value of the steam engine, but as a modern man, Li Zexuan knew very well that this thing was enough to change this era!
In the past, he invented the Datang Daily, the Immortal Chariot, the Curved Plough, the Water Wheel, and other things. Perhaps they caused the wheel of history to deviate slightly from its original trajectory, but the appearance of the steam engine was very likely to cause history to be completely different from what was described in the history books!
"Yamachō, you're finally here!"
Hearing Li Zexuan's voice, Li Tai, who was in a state of great excitement, turned around and saw Li Zexuan standing at the door of the courtyard, looking at him with a smile. Li Tai was excited and complained a little.
Speaking of which, after the first steam engine was built today, he had originally planned to invite Li Zexuan over to test it himself. However, whether it was in Lantian County or Yun Shan, he could not find Li Zexuan. Seeing that it was getting late, he could only bring people over to test it!
When Li Zexuan explained the principle of the steam engine to him, he told him that if the design of the steam engine was not reasonable, it would be easy to cause a road cavity explosion during use. Little Fatty cherished his life, so he wanted Li Zexuan to come over and take charge. But after waiting for a long time, Li Zexuan did not come, so he could only take the risk and try it himself!
Fortunately, there were no major problems in the end!
"I went to Chang 'an City today for some business. If I had known that you were going to test the steam engine today, I wouldn't have stayed in Chang' an City for so long!"
Li Zexuan walked to Li Tai, patted the latter's shoulder with a smile, and explained a little. Then he said, "Haha! You did a good job, Qingque. This steam engine is stable and can drive the generator at a constant speed, which proves that you've succeeded! Congratulations! You've completed a magnificent invention. The millions of people of the Great Tang will remember you, and your name will definitely appear in the history books! "
Li Tai also felt that he was very amazing to have achieved great success on his first attempt at building a steam engine. However, after hearing Li Zexuan's praise, he felt a little embarrassed. He scratched his head and said,
"Yamachō, Tai only built a steam engine. How can millions of people in Tang remember it? And it will be written in the history books? Aren't you exaggerating ~? "
Although the rest of the people didn't say anything, they had a look of deep understanding on their faces. Obviously, they were like Li Tai, not realizing the huge change that the steam engine could bring to this era!
"Haha! Not exaggerating! Not exaggerating at all! In about a year, you will understand that what I said today is not an exaggeration at all! "
Li Zexuan smiled mysteriously, and then he looked at the steam engine and the transmission mechanism outside. Although this thing was running normally now, it did not mean that there were no hidden problems. He had to check it carefully.
Seeing Li Zexuan's serious tone, everyone subconsciously believed his prediction. Li Tai shook his head and said, "Yamachō, even if the steam engine is really so important, the person who will be recorded in the history books should be you, not Li Tai! All the blueprints for the steam engine came from Shanzhang. Tai was just following the blueprints and drawing according to the blueprints! The credit of inventing the steam engine is not mine! "
As Li Zexuan inspected the steam engine, he smiled faintly and said, "Imitating a gourd requires skill. Some people try to imitate a tiger but end up looking like a dog. Compared to them, Qingque, you're much better! Also, it is not easy for you to build a steam engine in such a short time! The success of the steam engine belongs to all of you! As for me, it is better if I don't have this false reputation! "
While they were talking, Li Zexuan had already checked all the details of the steam engine and transmission mechanism. He nodded with satisfaction again and said, "Mm! There should be no problems! Just follow this prototype and make a few more! Then, Qingque, you can go to Bing Province and Yunzhou! "
At this point, Li Zexuan turned around and looked at Faubert, Zhang Hongsheng, and the others. With a serious expression, he said, "Faubert, Qingque is going to Bing Province and Yunzhou to build telegraph relay stations. This is a very important matter. Everyone in the workshop must do their best to assist Qingque. Whatever he needs, the workshop will build it for him as soon as possible. This is an extremely urgent matter!"
Faubert had never seen Li Zexuan speak of something so seriously. Hearing this, he couldn't help but become serious. He cupped his hands and said, "Young Master, don't worry. Everyone in the workshop will work together to assist King Wei!"
Li Zexuan nodded. He then looked at Li Tai and said,
"Qingque, during your trip to the north, you must ensure that the telegraph relay stations are built as soon as possible and pay attention to your safety! Bing Province is fine, but Yunzhou is located at the northern border of the Great Tang. I'm afraid that there might be some unforeseen circumstances, so before you leave, you must ask His Majesty to send an army to escort you. In addition, Cheng Chumo and the others should be almost done with their final exams. When the time comes, let Cheng Chumo and Iron Egg go north with you. Master has to go to the barracks tomorrow morning, so I can't go north with you! Take care of yourself! "
In the past, Li Zexuan wouldn't be so long-winded. However, from what he learned in the House of Chang 'an today, the secret war between the Great Tang and the Turks had already begun. The two countries' intentions for war were clear as day. It was just that the two countries weren't fully prepared yet. Under such circumstances, if the Turks knew that King Wei of the Great Tang was going to the northern border, there was no guarantee that they wouldn't come up with some bad ideas!
Li Tai cupped his hands and replied, "Yes! Yamachō! You take care too! "
"Gugu ~!"
After saying that, Li Tai's stomach made a strange noise. Li Zexuan couldn't help but say, "You haven't eaten yet, right? Hurry up and eat, don't starve! Xiaosi, go to the cafeteria and ask them to prepare some delicious food. Everyone has been working hard to build the steam engine these days! "
"Yes! Young Master! "
Song Xiaosi nodded and hurriedly ran off to pass down the order!
At this time, Zhang Hongsheng cupped his hands and said to Li Zexuan, "Marquis! The five thousand sets of vanadium steel horse lances, vanadium steel plate armor, and vanadium steel horse armor that you requested have all been completed. They are all stored in the warehouse of the workshop. I have checked them one by one. Would you like to take a look now? "
Li Zexuan pondered for a moment and waved his hand. "Since you have already checked, I won't take a look! With you in charge, I can rest assured! Tomorrow morning, this Marquis will bring people here to collect the armor! "
He still had to make a copy of the military book. As for the armor and weapons, he had already taken a look at some of them a few days ago. Since Zhang Hongsheng said that there was no problem, then there should be no problem!
"Good! Then I will wait for Marquis to collect the armor tomorrow! "
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