Daming: Spoilers about the future, Zhu Yuanzhang collapsed

Chapter 175 Han Cheng casually draws a circle to divide the world, Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Biao are completely excited
In the side hall of the Shouning Palace, Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Biao, father and son, leaned close to the globe, looking at the circles Han Cheng drew on it very seriously.

You know, generally speaking, Han Cheng seldom said anything to himself so solemnly.

Even when we talked about gunpowder and corresponding improvements in firearms, it was never like this.

Now, he is so solemn.

You don't need to think about anything else, just look at Han Cheng's attitude at this time, and listen to what he said, to know how important these circles are!

After carefully looking at the circles drawn by Han Cheng, Zhu Yuanzhang quickly saw some clues.

Although many maps on Han Cheng's globe are basically the first time he has seen them.

Especially those circled places, all of which have never been seen before.

But Zhu Yuanzhang, as a person who often fights and needs to look at the map to march and fight, can see something from it.

Although the circles drawn by Han Cheng do not overlap, they have one thing in common.

That's where these circles are, or where two seas meet.

Either it is the confluence of two lands.

They all belong to the kind of important traffic nodes, each of which is a throat.

After carefully looking at the circles drawn by Han Cheng and the terrain outside the circles, Zhu Yuanzhang quickly understood Han Cheng's intention.

I also understand why Han Cheng is so solemn.

Han Cheng is right, these places must be in the hands of the court!

No matter how far away, it must be directly controlled by the imperial court.

These places must not be crowned kings, and they must not be allowed to be touched by princes who have been crowned outside.

It needs to be made into a taboo existence.

As long as these places can be firmly held in hand, with the huge first-mover advantage that the Ming Dynasty itself occupies, then in the future, those external vassal kings can really develop, one by one. Bigger and stronger.

But these throats are all controlled by Daming natives, and it is far from easy for them to make too much waves!

No need to think about anything else, just look at these circles drawn by Han Cheng, Zhu Yuanzhang can now be sure that Han Cheng is really thinking about Daming.

It is to consider for Daming and China's future plan.

In this regard, Han Cheng is very sincere.

Zhu Yuanzhang understood clearly, but Zhu Biao did not see it as thoroughly as Zhu Yuanzhang.

Compared with Zhu Yuanzhang, the founding emperor who was killed all the way, Zhu Biao is still a little worse.

Han Cheng waited for a while, and after confirming that both of them had seen clearly, he took the initiative to explain without waiting for Zhu Biao to ask.

"Your Majesty, brother, from now on, after the feudal lords are entrusted to the outside world and the era of great navigation begins, the connection between the whole world will become increasingly close, and the exchanges between places will also increase accordingly.

Then shipping must be extremely prosperous.

It is the most important link between exchanges between various places, and it has an unshakable position.

Even later, as various modes of transportation continued to develop, shipping was still the most important mode of transportation between major states.

Especially the transportation of bulk goods.

Therefore, these places are particularly important. "

As Han Cheng said, he turned the globe and showed the circle closest to Daming in front of Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Biao.

He pointed at the circle and said: "In later generations, this place will be called the Strait of Malacca, located between Sumatra Island and the Malay Peninsula.

The geographical location is extremely important, and it is a strategic artery connecting the Pacific Ocean and the Indian Ocean.

Through it, Asia, Africa and Europe can be communicated. "

As he spoke, Han Cheng turned the globe slightly, pointed to another circle and said: "This will be called the Suez Canal in later generations, with the Mediterranean Sea to the north and the Red Sea to the south.

On the dividing line between Asia and Africa.

Through the Suez Canal, West Asia, Europe, and Africa can lead to the Indian Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean, and there are many detours to avoid.

It is three to four thousand nautical miles shorter than taking a detour to the Cape of Good Hope at the southwest tip of the African continent.

One nautical mile is approximately equal to about three and a half miles.

If calculated in this way, it is equivalent to taking more than 1 miles away, which is an indisputable shortcut.

Therefore, it has extremely important economic and strategic significance.

Of course, at this time, there was no Suez Canal here, which was dug later.

But here His Majesty can write it down, and hold it firmly in his hand, not to seal it out.

In the future, when Daming has spare capacity and the demand for shipping in all aspects is relatively large, a canal can be dug here.

As for the name of the canal, His Majesty can choose it as he likes. "

"Here, later generations call it the Mandeb Strait, which belongs to the southern gate of the Red Sea. Together with the Suez Canal, it guards the Red Sea from the south to the north and connects to the Gulf of Aden.

For the Atlantic Ocean, the Indian Ocean, the Pacific Ocean between the sea traffic arteries. "

"This is called the Black Sea Strait in later generations, also known as the Tuji Strait.

It is the only strait between the Mediterranean Sea and the Black Sea. "

“In later generations, this place was called the Strait of Hormuz.

The reason why this place is important is that the Persian Gulf region where it is located is rich in oil, an extremely important strategic material in later generations.

This kind of thing is called black gold, or black blood.

Many machines in later generations are inseparable from this thing.

Therefore, guarding the Strait of Hormuz here has become extremely important. "

“This place was called the Strait of Gibraltar in later generations and is known as the lifeline of the West.

This is the only waterway connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Atlantic Ocean. Western European and Nordic countries export industrial products, import crude oil, and most of the raw materials pass here. "

"This is called the Panama Canal, and it is an international canal connecting the Pacific Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean, as well as an important channel for sea transportation.

Of course, this canal does not exist yet, and it will be dug later when the demand for shipping becomes greater..."

"This is called the Bering Strait, and it is the only water channel connecting the Pacific Ocean and the Arctic Ocean..."

"This is called the English Channel..."

Zhu Yuanzhang, Zhu Biao and his son are here to listen carefully to Han Cheng's words.

Originally, Zhu Yuanzhang had already noticed the important role of these circles drawn by Han Cheng, but now after Han Cheng's explanation, it became clearer.

As for Zhu Biao, at this time he also fully understood the significance of these circles and Han Cheng's good intentions.

Han Cheng is right. Under the premise of the great voyage he said, these places are indeed very important!
They are all strategic points and must be held in the hands of the Ming court.

But then, after Zhu Biao looked at the globe for a while, he made a new discovery.

"Han Cheng, these places are also very important, right?

Very similar to the straits you circled earlier, why didn't you circle them too? "

As Zhu Biao spoke, he stretched out his hand and pointed to three places in turn: "These places are close to Daming. It will definitely be very busy in the future, and the location will definitely be very important."

After Han Cheng clearly saw the three places pointed by Zhu Biao, he nodded vigorously: "Brother, you are very right, these three straits will definitely be very important in the future.

Moreover, because it is the great voyage that our Ming took the lead in promoting, Da Ming must occupy a dominant position in the maritime trade.

So in this case, these straits become more important and must not be ignored. "

The three straits pointed by Zhu Biao are Yingzhou Strait, Qiongzhou Strait, and Bohai Strait.

"It's just that these places originally belonged to our Ming Dynasty. From now on, it is natural that they will be in the hands of the Ming Dynasty, so we did not encircle them separately."

After listening to Han Cheng's explanation, Zhu Biao was right when he thought about it, he forgot to consider this aspect just now
After Han Cheng said this, he thought for a while, and then drew two circles on the globe with a charcoal pencil in his hand.

"This is called the Strait of Tartar, and the islands outside are called Sakhalin.

This place belonged to China at first. In the ninth year of Yongle, officers and soldiers from Ming Dynasty came on a big ship and established Nuer Gandu Division.

But later, when the Tatars were reunified, they were pressed on the neck and cut off.

Later on, this place was also extremely important.

It is of great significance to the development of Northeast China.

I thought before that this place would definitely be brought under the direct rule of Ming Dynasty in the future, so I didn’t highlight it.

Thinking about it now, it is better to mark it out.

It can attract attention and help people realize the important role here.

Don't look at the location here to the north, but because it is close to the ocean, the climate looks warm.

It belongs to the temperate monsoon climate, and the average annual precipitation is more than [-] millimeters.

Therefore, it is suitable for planting here. "

“As for this place, because it is close to Chaoxian, it is called Chaoxian Strait.

This is also very important. To go to Wa country, the nearest is to start from Koryo and cross this strait.

In the future, this place will also be under control.

Since Daming is capable in the future, it is best to directly establish a rule here in Koryo, instead of being crowned king here..."

Speaking of these places, Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Biao are quite familiar.

After listening to Han Cheng's words, the two nodded repeatedly, indicating that Han Cheng was right.

These places really should be in Daming's hands!

"I hope these straits will become the inland sea of ​​Ming Dynasty in the future!

The surrounding oceans have also become the inland sea of ​​the Ming Dynasty! "

Standing here, Han Cheng uttered a dream that was difficult to realize and out of reach, but it made people get goosebumps when thinking about it!

"Then let's work hard together! I hope that one day I can achieve it. Wherever the sun and moon shine, and where the rivers and rivers go, they will all be my enlightenment!"

Zhu Biao looked at Han Cheng, and said in a longing but firm tone.

"In the past, these may have been your dreams, but now, this has become our dream!

Going in this direction from now on!
Wherever the sun and moon shine, and wherever the rivers go, it is my great light! "

Zhu Yuanzhang's voice also contained some impassionedness.

After saying this, when Zhu Yuanzhang went to the globe again, he felt that his heart had become wider.

In the past, subject to the limitations of the times, Zhu Yuanzhang only felt that he was satisfied with driving out the Tartars, restoring China, taking back the Sixteen Yanyun Prefectures that had been lost for hundreds of years, and then taking back the southwest region occupied by the remnants of the Mongolian Yuan Dynasty.

He has already held the essence of the world in his hands.

All that is left is to manage these places well, and to manage them well so that the Ming Dynasty can be passed on for a long time.

Now, Han Cheng, a later generation, came here and took out the globe and told him about it, which suddenly broadened his horizons.

The eyes are no longer limited to the one-acre three-point land under the feet, but take a longer view.

Zhu Yuanzhang has always liked to compare Liu Bang.

In the past, he also felt that he was the most equal to Liu Bang in history.

Now, looking at the globe in front of him, and recalling what Han Cheng said to him, Zhu Yuanzhang felt that as long as he kept doing this, he would definitely surpass Liu Bang, not be equal to Liu Bang! !
Now, he has found a new direction of struggle!
Zhu Yuanzhang, who was already full of energy, was full of inexhaustible energy at this time, and he just wanted to give it a good fight.

While Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Biao were immersed in the excitement and shock, Han Cheng once again picked up a pen to mark on the map.

In order not to affect the later use of the map as much as possible, Han Cheng uses dotted lines to mark.

"Han Cheng, is this... is it the route you said to get potatoes and sweet potatoes?"

Zhu Yuanzhang stood here quietly, waiting for Han Cheng to finish the painting before he asked.

Han Cheng nodded and said, "It is indeed this route."

As he spoke, he pointed to Guide America: "Potatoes and sweet potatoes generally exist in this large area.

Here we pass through the Yingzhou Strait, the Strait of Malacca, the Bay of Bengal, the Indian Ocean, the Mozambique Strait, and around the Cape of Good Hope..."

Han Cheng turned the globe, followed the line he drew on it, and told Zhu Yuanzhang about the route.

Because of the globe this time, everything can be seen intuitively.

So Zhu Yuanzhang and the others, looking at the globe and listening to Han Cheng's explanation, will no longer be confused.

For these have a very clear concept.

It was precisely because of the globe that Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Biao deeply felt the importance of the Suez Canal when they looked at the route drawn by Han Cheng.

If a canal is dug here, how much distance will be shortened when going out this time!
"Han Cheng, this is not right!"

After Zhu Yuanzhang looked at it for a while, he found something wrong, looked at Han Cheng and questioned it.

“Since the earth is round, wouldn’t it be possible to go directly east from our Ming Dynasty and cross the... Pacific Ocean to reach America?

Isn't this distance much closer?

Why go around such a big circle here? "

As he spoke, he also pointed to the location of Daming and America on the globe.

Zhu Biao looked at the globe, a little thoughtful.

Han Cheng nodded: "It's indeed much closer from here.

But going from here, there are many disadvantages.

The biggest disadvantage is that there are too few places where supplies can be obtained along the way.

In the back, it is simply impossible to get supplies for super long distances.

According to the current technology, it is too dangerous.

If one person doesn't do it right, all those who go forward will be wiped out.

In addition, the opening of the route also needs to be economically meaningful.

Without economical support, even if the route is cleared, it will be abandoned in a short time.

Because no one wants to do a business that is always losing money, and they will not continue to do it.

The route I marked is different.

All the way here, there are people in most places along the way.

Connecting Nanyang, Xiyang and many other places.

Only those who are smoked can get supplies, conduct trade, and get a lot of profits from it.

Even if you want to cross the Atlantic Ocean later, the distance you need to cross will be much less.

safer.

This route seems far away, but in fact, it is the most economical and cost-effective. "

Hearing what Han Cheng said, Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Biao nodded and understood Han Cheng's intention.

"So it doesn't work if you go all the way north and then go through the Bering Strait?"

Han Chengdao: "To be precise, it's not impossible, but very uneconomical.

In the case of more places in the north, if they have not been fully developed, it is better to go directly across the Pacific Ocean. "

Zhu Yuanzhang nodded when he heard the words, stopped talking, stared at the globe in front of him, and fell into deep thought.

Seeing this, Han Cheng and Zhu Biao knew that Zhu Yuanzhang was thinking about things and making certain decisions, so he didn't disturb him.

After doing this for a while, Zhu Yuanzhang took a deep breath and slowly exhaled it.

"Han Cheng, we have decided that the two routes will be carried out simultaneously in the future!
Or give priority to the Pacific route.

This route is not for anything else, just to get the two gods of potatoes and sweet potatoes!

As long as we can get these two divine species back as quickly as possible, it will be a good deal for me and Ming Dynasty!
There is no loss.

Get them back one day earlier, Daming can get more food one day earlier, and less people will go hungry.

If the many people under the rule can have enough to eat, then our Daming's troubles will be reduced a lot!

After obtaining high-yield crops such as potatoes and sweet potatoes, the big deal is to abolish this route. "

For food, especially high-yield food, Zhu Yuanzhang has an obsession beyond ordinary people's imagination.

Hearing what Zhu Yuanzhang said, Han Cheng naturally didn't say anything more, and nodded to express his agreement with Zhu Yuanzhang's words.

If he is so anxious to get potatoes and sweet potatoes, then it is understandable for Zhu Yuanzhang to do so, and there is nothing wrong with it.

Mentioning this matter, Han Cheng felt slightly worried.

It's not that I'm worried that I can't find these two things, but I'm worried that the potatoes of this era still have sweet potatoes, and there is a big gap between the sweet potatoes and potatoes that have been carefully cultivated for many generations in later generations.

It is far from reaching the horror output of later generations.

If after going through untold hardships, these two kinds of seeds are finally brought back, and after planting, the yield is found to be the same, then it will be the end of the calf.

Think about how excited Zhu Yuanzhang was when he learned about the high yields of potatoes and sweet potatoes from him.

Looking at Lao Zhu in front of him again, in order to obtain these two things, he had to go directly from the Pacific Ocean, regardless of gains or losses, Han Cheng felt even more in danger.

This... If something unexpected happens and the gap is too big, Lao Zhu will definitely beat himself!

After thinking about it for a while, Han Cheng suppressed this thought.

Let yourself not think too much.

No, no, the gap won't be that big... right?
That is to say, after hundreds of years of cultivation... that's all.

"Han Cheng, what's the matter? Why does your face look a little ugly?

Still worried about the route to the Pacific Ocean?Afraid of death?
Worried about paying too much?
Do not worry.

Sometimes, there are some things, if you do it, you can ignore the gains and losses.

Ever since I learned about the two divine species of potatoes and sweet potatoes from your place, we have dreamed of getting these two things!
Thinking of the astonishing output, we couldn't sleep with excitement!
In order to obtain these two things, no matter how much we pay, we will not feel sad! "

The more Zhu Yuanzhang said this, the more heartbroken Han Cheng felt. He was faintly worried, and the ominous premonition in his heart was getting worse.

But at this time, he couldn't tell Lao Zhu that what he said before was the output of the fine varieties carefully cultivated by later generations for many generations, so he could give Lao Zhu a vaccination in advance.

Because of Lao Zhu's state, Han Cheng was very sure that as long as he said it, he would definitely get beaten up in advance.

It's better to wait until the potatoes and sweet potatoes are really brought back to see how the actual situation is.

Even if there really is a gap, the gap shouldn't be as outrageous as I thought...

Having said this, what needs to be said has basically been said. Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Biao were ready to say goodbye and leave from Han Cheng.

Han Cheng was sure that he really lit the flame in Zhu Yuanzhang's heart this time, and it would not be extinguished again in the future.

Because of its own existence, the great voyage will be started by Daming first, at least 100 years in advance.

Under such circumstances, the departure of Zhu Yuanzhang and his wife is naturally a wish.

In his heart, he was still thinking about the date with Princess Ningguo.

Want to see if I can continue.

When he came, Zhu Yuanzhang seemed a little worried.

I have always been worried about the problems of the feudal king system.

Leaving at this time, all the worries in my heart were eliminated.

After Han Cheng's analysis, the vassal king was no longer a burden to Daming, but directly became a sharp sword in Daming's hands!

In the external world, it will play a positive role far beyond imagination!

"Hey, that Han Cheng..."

Han Cheng sent Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Biao to the gate of the palace, already thinking about his future daughter-in-law.

As a result, at this time, Zhu Yuanzhang suddenly stopped again and looked at Han Cheng to speak.

When Han Cheng heard Zhu Yuanzhang speak again, his heart turned cold.

It's not too early now, if Zhu Yuanzhang and the others leave now, how can I have time to continue with my little wife.

If Lao Zhu asks some more questions, tonight will really be ruined.

"Your Majesty, it's getting late, it's time to go to bed.

Having said so many things last night, my brain hurts, and my thoughts are already a little messed up.

If you have other things, then ask again tomorrow. "

Han Cheng quickly blocked Zhu Yuanzhang's words.

Zhu Yuanzhang twitched his face and said, "I mean, can we take the globe back? We want to see more of this world."

It was this!

"Yes, yes! Absolutely!" Han Cheng, who was relieved, said repeatedly.

Lao Zhu only needs a globe, if he doesn't want to continue to ask himself things, it's easy to talk about.

After repeatedly agreeing, Han Chengcheng arrived at the house and came out with a globe.

Han Cheng had planned to give this globe to Lao Zhu, but he was only thinking about Lao Zhu's daughter just now. If Zhu Yuanzhang hadn't reminded him, Han Cheng would have really forgotten about it.

The globe has benefited Lao Zhu a lot.

Let Lao Zhu read and ponder every day.

Bring him full motivation so that he will not slack later.

Seeing Han Chengcheng come out with a globe like this, it made Zhu Yuanzhang feel bad.

This thing is so valuable, how could Han Cheng treat it so rudely?

This bastard! !
Zhu Yuanzhang hurried over to catch it with both hands: "Han Cheng, slow down!"

After taking it, he held it in his hand and looked at it carefully, for fear of being damaged somewhere by Han Cheng.

In Zhu Yuanzhang's eyes, this extremely simple globe made by Han Cheng is simply a supreme treasure! !
After discovering that the globe was not damaged by Han Cheng, he breathed a sigh of relief.

"Han Cheng, you said that when you made the globe, why couldn't you put the ball straight? It would be nice to go straight up and down, and you have to make it crooked."

After Zhu Yuanzhang looked at it carefully for a while, he couldn't help looking at Han Cheng and complaining.

For a detail fanatic who has obsessive-compulsive disorder in many things, the crooked state of the globe seems to be really tormenting.

Zhu Biao next to him also nodded, he wanted to vomit for a long time.

He also felt that this crookedness was very uncomfortable.

Han Cheng shook his head and said, "I also want to straighten it, but it won't work!

Because when the earth itself rotates and revolves, it is oblique.

In order to be able to conform to the actual situation, it can only be done in this way. "

Oh, so it is!

Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Biao understood immediately.

But then I remembered that the earth has always been tilted, I and others are unable to change it, and I still need to live on it, and my heart becomes even more uncomfortable.

Especially Zhu Yuanzhang!

This is simply the rhythm of obsessive-compulsive disorder!

If I knew this was the case, I wouldn't ask anything.

well!You shouldn't be cheap! !

Zhu Yuanzhang can't wait to slap his mouth!
"Then what are rotation and revolution?"

Zhu Biao looked at Han Cheng and asked.

Now Zhu Biao is very interested in what Han Cheng said.

From Han Cheng, he can see a completely different world from what he has seen before.

"The rotation and revolution of the earth... it's a little hard to explain. It's getting late. I'll talk to you another day when I have time.

I would also like to sort out the corresponding knowledge. "

Han Cheng really doesn't want to talk about it tonight. He is still waiting to date his future daughter-in-law on such a beautiful day!
These two light bulbs cannot be left on forever.

"Okay, let's talk about it another day."

Zhu Biao held back some regrets and said.

Then he left Shouning Palace with Zhu Yuanzhang.

Han Cheng sent them to the gate, watched the two leave, confirmed that the two would not come back, immediately closed the gate of Shouning Palace, and plugged it in from the inside.

Then he headed towards Princess Ningguo's bedroom in a hurry, and couldn't wait to see the little daughter-in-law.

I hope tonight can have a good result...

……

And at this time, some people galloped all the way from the Longjiang treasure ship towards the Forbidden City!

This man looked anxious and wanted to run the horse to death!

Something big happened at Longjiang Treasure Shipyard!! !
(End of this chapter)