I rode and slashed unparalleled in the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 425 Target of Exchange

The cost advantage of movable type printing, which mainly uses Chinese characters, is not obvious compared to woodblock printing. More importantly, the types of documents that needed to be copied in ancient times were also very limited, and the advantage of movable type printing in flexible typesetting could not be brought into play.

Unlike woodblock printing, once the plate is made, it can be used repeatedly for a long time, which is convenient.

But now, with the arrival of Su Yao, everything is naturally different.

In history, movable type printing was unable to beat woodblock printing, not because of technical reasons, but more because there were already a large number of mature plate-making methods on the market, which seized the initiative.

But what if movable type printing came out first this time?
"I see."

"So you are only making this version of this movable type now?"

The emperor suddenly realized.

He understood that although this technology had great potential, it would not be possible to promote it in just one or two days.

"That's right, Your Majesty."

Chen Zhi replied respectfully:
"At present, we have only produced this edition of movable type based on the content of The Analects to test the technical results."

“It will take time and a lot of manpower and resources to complete the plate making of all the characters.”

Liu Hong pondered for a moment, then looked at the officials in the hall and said in a deep voice:
"What do you think? This movable type printing technology is a great plan that benefits the country and the people. I want to fully support it and promote it. I wonder if you have any suggestions?"

Upon hearing this, all the officials began to discuss the matter. Some praised Su Yao's brilliant ideas and believed that this technology would greatly promote the dissemination of culture.

However, some people are also worried about its high cost and difficulty in promotion.

After all, the imperial court today is spending money everywhere.

Lu Zhi was the first to stand up and said,
"Your Majesty, I believe that the action taken by the Marquis of Guanjun will not only benefit the present, but will also benefit future generations."

"I suggest that the court should set up a special appropriation to gather craftsmen as soon as possible to study this method and jointly promote this technology and its application."

Yang Biao also echoed:

“What Minister Lu said is absolutely right.

I think that we can also set up a government-run printing house to print classic books in batches to reduce costs and improve efficiency.

At the same time, an incentive mechanism can be established to encourage craftsmen to continuously improve their technology and enhance printing quality.”

When Liu Hong heard this, a hint of excitement flashed in his eyes. He knew very well what cheaper books meant.

So he made the decision: "Okay! Let's do as you say."

“From now on, by allocating special funds, you can start the research and development and application of movable type printing.”

"At the same time, a government-run printing house was set up to print classic books in batches."

"In addition, Lu Zhi, you will personally supervise this matter and ensure the production of the character molds so that this technique can be promoted as soon as possible to benefit the people of the world."

In the hall, all the officials bowed and received orders.

It was rare that the court reached a consensus on this matter so quickly.

This made Liu Hong quite emotional.

He didn't expect that Su Yao, who was thousands of miles away, could give him such a surprise again.

As soon as he thought of this, he immediately declared that he would reward Su Yao and the person who presented the treasure.

However, Chen Zhi flatly refused the reward.

"Your Majesty, Lord Su presented the movable type printing technology this time for the prosperity of our Han culture and the welfare of the people, not for his own selfish interests."

"Moreover, Lord Su is also very clear that the court is in financial difficulties now, and the promotion of printing technology also requires a lot of investment. He does not want to create additional burdens for the court and the ministers."

"Therefore, Lord Su wrote a letter specifically to instruct me to decline the reward from Your Majesty."

Liu Hong was slightly stunned when he heard this, and then a hint of admiration flashed in his eyes.

When he was accompanying the emperor to protect him that day, the boy refused his reward in this way. I didn't expect him to do the same thing again today.

"It is rare that he has such a heart, but the court has its own laws. If I don't reward my meritorious officials, won't I be known as someone who mistreats my meritorious officials?"

"Your Majesty is serious."

Chen Zhi bowed and said:
"So, Lord Su does have a favor to ask of Your Majesty." "Oh?"

Not only Emperor Liu Hong, but also many civil and military officials showed surprise.

That kid really has something hidden here again.

"What is it he wants? Tell me what he wants."

"He has made such a great contribution. As long as his request is not excessive, I will do my best to satisfy him."

Chen Zhi shuddered suddenly after hearing the emperor's tone.

Why did His Majesty emphasize such excessive demands?

Lord Su, you have never made any random requests to the emperor before, right?

However, this thought was fleeting, and he quickly explained:

"Your Majesty is worrying too much."

"It's just that Lord Su went to Liaodong this time and felt deeply that Liaodong is far away from the Central Plains, sparsely populated, and culturally backward."

"The people have been isolated outside the Great Wall for a long time and have lived together with the barbarians. Many of them have left China and become barbarians."

"These people have joined forces with the Hu bandits, exacerbating the unrest outside the Great Wall."

"So, in response to this situation, Lord Su wants to combine suppression and appeasement, on the one hand, to strike at the rebel forces, on the other hand, to promote education and change customs, so that Liaodong can be pacified and Youzhou can be settled."

Liu Hong nodded when he heard this. He didn't expect that the boy had such a long-term vision.

Then Chen Zhi continued:
"However, although Lord Su has the heart to promote education, he suffers from the shortage of manpower, lack of teachers, and scarcity of classics in the local area, which makes it difficult to support such an undertaking."

"Therefore, Lord Su specifically requests Your Majesty to allow the migration of some refugees from the interior to Liaodong, to send scriptures and books, and to dispatch some knowledgeable scholars to Liaodong."

"This can solve the chaos of refugees after the war in the interior of China and provide a livelihood for the common people. Secondly, it can enrich the population of Liaodong, help establish education, and promote enlightenment."

Liu Hong frowned when he heard this, and looked at his ministers and said:
"What do you think of the Marquis of Guanjun's request?"

Sikong Dinggong bowed and said:
“Resettling refugees is indeed a good idea.”

"The rebellion of Zhang Chun and Zhang Ju in You and Ji brought a large number of refugees, especially a large number of rebels who surrendered. They surrendered under the pressure of the situation. If they continue to stay where they are and connect with others, there will be hidden dangers."

"And Lord Su is so famous that he can subdue them. Why not just send those people to Liaodong to open up wasteland and build the border? It would be a great way to kill two birds with one stone, wouldn't it?"

The accompanying officials were still haunted by the chaos that occurred on the road to ancestor worship in Jizhou.

This time, since Su Yao asked for the refugees, just send them all to him.

If we throw those traitors out of the Great Wall, even if there is more trouble, it will not affect the overall situation.

However, some people are worried that these people have no respect for the imperial court but are afraid of Su Yao like a tiger.

Would sending so many reactionaries over there foster the ambitions of the champion?

The discussion became mired in a quagmire.

Coincidentally, at this moment, news came that Su Yao had recaptured Pinggang and won a great victory over the Xianbei.

While everyone was shocked by the results of the battle on the front line, the supporters successfully gained the upper hand.

The newly opened land needs manpower.

As a result, the resolution to send a group of several thousand immigrants was passed, and at the same time, they were given additional fiefs and rewards as encouragement.

However, after the immigration issue was resolved, the problem of funding education once again troubled the officials.

"It is still possible to collect scriptures and classics, but it is not possible to find scholars and famous people overnight."

Lu Zhi shook his head and said:
"Liaodong is a remote place, and many famous scholars are unwilling to go there. It is also difficult for the imperial court to force them to go there."

Chen Zhi was well prepared and said quickly:
"What the Minister of the Chancellery said is very true, but Lord Su specifically mentioned the Palace Guard Commander - Xun Yu and Xun Wenruo."

"Your Excellency has great respect for Xun Shougong's knowledge and virtue, and believes that if Lord Xun can go to Liaodong, he will greatly promote the development of Liaodong's culture and education."

"Xun Yu?" A hint of surprise flashed in Liu Hong's eyes.

(End of this chapter)