Chapter 527: Don’t underestimate the bond between me and the nine tribes!
Ying Chengyu ignored Qi Ai's complaint and just said with his right hand: "Please!"
The four people in Hancang felt that the soft couch in the side room was exuding a strong stench.
But Ying Chengyu had already sat down calmly, and Hancang and the four others had to sit down with him.
After everyone was seated, Ying Chengxuan finally spoke: "I have been on an expedition for more than half a year, and since I came back, I have been busy with many things, and I have not summoned the two great craftsmen."
"Two great craftsmen, how is the development of Chang'an paper going?"
Qi Ai hurriedly took out a thick stack of paper from his arms and offered it with both hands: "This is to your Majesty, after your Majesty goes to war, we will follow your instructions. Ordered, the remaining 162 retting methods were attempted."
"One hundred and seven of the retting methods ultimately failed to become paper."
"I. The production process, remaining pulp and drying materials have all been sealed in the warehouse for future use."
"The remaining fifty-five methods of retting paper and their production methods and test results are available. It’s all here.”
After taking the paper handed over by Qi Ai, Ying Chengyu's eyes lit up.
Compared with the first generation Chang'an paper, although the color of this paper in front of Ying Chengyu is still yellow, it does not have so many fibers visible to the naked eye, and it feels slightly smoother and curved. It is obviously much softer when folded, the ink marks are more concentrated and clear, and the degree of blurring is greatly improved compared to the first generation Changan paper.
Opening the second piece of paper, Ying Chengyun saw that the ink on this paper was moist but not blurry, and had clear layers. However, the paper was hard and brittle, and there was a risk of breaking if the slightest force was applied.
The third piece of paper is at the other extreme. The texture of the paper is quite soft and tough, but the ink on the paper is smudged and smeared. It is almost impossible to use for writing, but it is suitable for wiping dirt.
The curiosity in Han Cang's heart suppressed his persistence in finding Zhu Youyi.
Covering the mask with his hand, Han Cang asked in a loud voice: "Can I look at this paper with you?"
Qi Ai quickly took out another stack of paper from his arms: "I have prepared two copies. You can also watch by yourself."
"I just have to trouble Doctor Xu and Han Shangqing to watch together."
After saying this, Qi Ai bowed apologetically to Xu Min.
Xu Min wanted to say a polite word, but the stench that was everywhere prevented him from opening his mouth at all, so he just returned the greeting with his hands, then crooked his neck and looked sideways at the wad of paper in Han Cang's hand. Chang'an paper.
Qi Ai seemed not to be in a stinking place at all, but sitting in a dignified and solemn royal study, introducing the characteristics of each piece of Chang'an paper in detail:
"Your Majesty, Han Shangqing, Doctor Xu, I think this first paper is not the most outstanding in terms of softness, fineness, smudge, color, storage time, storage difficulty, etc., but it is the most comprehensive."
"The second paper is the most suitable. It is easy to write on, and the cost is only slightly more expensive than the original Chang'an paper, but it is more difficult to preserve, and may be used for military training."
"The third piece of paper is the softest, although it has been dyed. It is not suitable for writing, but in line with Your Majesty's guiding ideology of 'discovering problems, analyzing problems, and solving problems', I think we can deeply study the reason why this paper is soft and use it on other Chang'an papers."< br>
“The fourth piece of paper is the fairest. Although it has no special characteristics in other aspects, I think...”
Qi Ai obviously put a lot of effort into the explanation, and he also fully understood that the venerable person was generally pressed for time and did not have much time to wait for him to express his wishes before suppressing them.
The first piece of paper is the most balanced and comprehensive paper, and it is also the most suitable paper for promotion to attract Ying Chengyu's attention.
Although the second to eighth papers all have obvious flaws, they are all leaders in a certain dimension, and may be used for special purposes or have the value of in-depth research.
The lower the paper is, the lower its value is, but Qi Ai can always find its unique meaning.
Ying Chengyu patiently listened to Qi Ai's introduction, nodded and said warmly: "Thank you, two great craftsmen, craftsmen."
"It is not easy to do such detailed research. I will give you my own reward."
Cao Mao immediately handed over his hand: "Your Majesty, you are overly praised. This is what I should do. Your Majesty, there is no need to do more." "
Qi Ai asked sincerely and with a hint of confusion: "Why did your Majesty say this?"
"I have already exhausted all the rewards given by Your Majesty. Leave it to my family and I have never seen it.”
“Because that’s not important!”
"To be able to always observe the state of your research and thinking, to be able to follow your thoughts and guidance, and to be attached to you to develop such a thing that will benefit the world, is actually a beautiful thing that we can't even dream of. Yes! We can prepare our own dry food and work with you to study things that benefit the country and the people!"
"Even the elders of my clan have been discussing it since I learned that I can follow you. It’s time to open a separate page for me on the family tree!”
“Your Majesty keeps giving you generous rewards, how can I be so handsome?”
Han Cang, Xu Min, Cao Mao and the other three:? ? ?
Three pairs of surprised eyes turned to Qi Ai.
There is a traitor among our group of technicians!
Even Ying Chengyu was stunned.
Although countless people have racked their brains to praise him.
But he has never heard such praise.
Ying Chengyu, who has lived in two generations, froze for a breath before forcing a smile and said: "Gong is merit, and fault is fault."
"You craftsmen helped me achieve my wish, how could I treat you badly?"
"Leaving a name in history and being respected by others cannot be used as food after all."
See Ying Cheng Qi Ai looked slightly embarrassed, and Qi Ai immediately changed the subject: "I believe that this new paper is much better than the original paper made by the emperor, and it is worth reopening the retting pond to make it."
"It's just this. It’s a big deal, so I didn’t report it to the imperial court after the paper was formed.”
“I wonder if you want to submit this paper to the imperial court?”
The topic was brought back to the main topic, and Ying Chengyu no longer thought about Qi Ai's goosebumps-inducing words, but instead thought about it and asked: "Han Shangqing thinks, should Great Qin sell this paper?" Han Cang rubbed the first one with his hand. Zhang Chang'an paper, said in a deep voice: "I know that your Majesty is determined to make this Chang'an paper available to everyone in the world."
"But I mean, don't be in a hurry!"< br>
“There is little paper in Chang’an today, and every time it is sold to other countries, the merchants will sell it at a higher price.”
“The profits granted by the Lord were not obtained by the Guizhou leader, but by the merchants.”< br>
"I believe that the production method of this new Chang'an paper is much more complicated than that of the original paper. Even if the cost can be reduced, the output will be lower."
"I think that it should be slightly improved and sold to other countries. The price of Chang'an paper can be used to earn more money to build more paper-making workshops and train more craftsmen."
"After Chang'an paper can basically meet the needs of the world, we will take out this paper. , sell them in small quantities at high prices.”
“Step by step, it will last long!”
In Han Cang’s view, the top priority is to first solve the problem when supply is far less than demand. problems, and then solve the problems whether they are good or not.
If industrial upgrading is carried out rashly, output will be lower.
This will inevitably lead to rising prices and the inability of the poor to purchase Chang'an paper, which is contrary to Ying Chengyu's original intention.
Ying Chengxiao smiled and nodded: "What Han Shangqing is thinking is also what I am thinking."
"Tomorrow, the Japanese emperor will order Master Cao and Master Qi to order a group of craftsmen to present this new paper Enter the palace. "
"At that time, please give this advice to Han Shangqing and discuss it with the ministers."
Han Cang hurriedly handed over his hand: "This is my duty."
Ying Chengyu looked at Qi Ai again: "The first batch of tests has been completed, and the Chang'an Township Paper Mill no longer needs so many manpower. "
"Next, the Chang'an Township Papermaking Workshop will streamline its personnel, leaving only 30% of those who are talented in developing Chang'an paper to continue to work."
"I firmly believe in the talents of our Daqin craftsmen. With wisdom and talent, there will definitely be craftsmen who can come up with better ways to improve this Chang'an paper."
"So what you have to do is to continue to adjust the material ratio in the pulp and try to make it better. The effect of many new materials.”
"If any craftsman has any ingenuity, he or she can take materials from the treasury and try it out."
"Anyone who can further improve the existing Chang'an paper will be rewarded with at least ten thousand yuan!"
" If the improvement effect is significant, I will not hesitate to report to the king and ask for a knighthood!"
Ying Chengyu has already taught me everything he knows about papermaking.
The next thing to do is to use the financial resources of Chang'an Junfu and the profits from selling Chang'an paper to conduct violent and exhaustive verification!
Ying Chengyu believes that as long as he tries enough times, he can always find the right route.
Ying Chengxuan also hopes that the reward can mobilize the subjective initiative of the craftsmen in the paper mill, use their ingenuity to speed up the exhaustion, and even directly lead the paper mill to the right path!
Qi Ai and Cao Mao were both overjoyed, and they all raised their hands: "On behalf of my colleagues, I would like to thank you, Your Majesty!"
Ying Chengxuan said calmly: "If you have merit, I will definitely Don’t hesitate to reward me.”
“But who dares to leak the craftsmanship of Chang’an paper, or take Chang’an paper that has not been decided for mass production out of the workshop?”
"The sword in my hand cannot drink the blood of the Qin people!"
Ying Chengyu did not deliberately release his murderous intent and roared angrily.
But Qi Ai and Cao Mao had a layer of cold sweat on their foreheads and backs.
No one will doubt whether Ying Chengyu dares to kill people, and no one will doubt whether the sword in Ying Chengyu's hand is still sharp.
They will only doubt whether Ying Chengyu can abide by the "Qin Law". After someone leaks the secret, according to the law, he will only destroy his sect, not his clan!
Even Qi Ai didn't dare to be obedient at this time. He could only hand over his hands firmly and sincerely with Cao Mao: "I will live up to your Majesty!"
Your Majesty!
Don’t underestimate the bond between me and the nine tribes!
Ying Chengyu smiled happily: "I can rest assured that the two master craftsmen are doing the work."
Qi Ai squeezed out a smile: "How can I wait for the things that you have told me? Can you procrastinate? ”
"It's just that I'm stupid."
"After the reduction of personnel in the paper mill, some craftsmen are bound to leave the paper mill."
"I really don't know how to deal with these craftsmen leaving the paper mill. After traveling to various places, we will continue to control them to avoid leaking the secrets."
Ying Chengxuan patiently explained: "Don't worry, Master Qi."
"Although these craftsmen will be streamlined from the papermaking workshop. , they are all skilled, talented, and loyal craftsmen, how can I be willing to let them scatter? ”
"I will build another workshop not far from the papermaking workshop to conduct new research."
"This is also the reason why I am looking for two master craftsmen, Han Shangqing and Doctor Xu to come to Chang'an Jun's Mansion today. "
Cao Mao's eyes suddenly lit up: "Your Majesty, do you have any new ideas?"
(End of this chapter)