Crimson Dawn

Chapter 57

The crisis in the late Qing Dynasty greatly stimulated Chinese intellectuals, and they also explored a lot on the road of saving the country.However, Chen Ke himself did not feel much about the awakening of intellectuals in the late Qing Dynasty.From the perspective of historical materialism, the efforts of these people were indeed the basis for the emergence of the later party.But most of their efforts are in the wrong direction.

If you want to save the country, you must know the strategy of saving the country.History has proved one thing, if you want to save China, you must realize industrialization in China.It took 61 years for New China. In 2010, the total output value of industry and agriculture surpassed that of the United States historically, completing the "catch up with the Premier League and the United States" that Mao Zedong said back then.The total amount of steel has reached more than 6 million tons, which is more than the total output from No.2 to No.10 in the world combined.From 1949 to 1978, New China basically completed the establishment of the industrial system, forcibly building China from an agricultural country to a preliminary industrial country.Yes, China's industrialization level was relatively low in 1978, but nothing was accomplished overnight. In China in 1978, it was considered to be holding a big blade of poor quality to contend with opponents holding sharp weapons.But anyway, everyone took weapons. Compared with the bare hands before 1949, it was a world of difference.Compared with building a country, whether it is the Manchu Qing Dynasty, Beiyang, or Chiang's regime, they can all go to the ground with their heads in shame.

The basis for realizing industrialization is to build a new order in line with industrialization.No matter how those people clamor about how various movements "destroy Chinese culture".But in Chen Ke’s view, by 1978, various movements had completely smashed the institutional and ideological obstacles that hindered the development of industrialization. develop.

Historically, Peking University produced many "public intellectuals" before the founding of New China. As far as Chen Ke knew, these people did not play any significant role in promoting China's industrialization.On the contrary, there are many people in this group who hinder the development of industrialization.Chen Ke still hopes to save these people as much as possible through lectures.In his vision, if he can live long enough to build a new China himself, he doesn't have the slightest idea of ​​being gentle towards liberal arts students.There was no Internet in the era of Mao Zedong’s anti-rightist movement. If there was an Internet at that time, it is estimated that the people would hang all the rightists on the lampposts.Not to mention anything else, the "leading party" in the 21st century is absolutely impossible to escape.

Now that he had such an idea, Chen Ke's class became more straightforward.Facing the students of the Imperial University, Chen Ke talked about the development of productive forces, with a special focus on the development of industrialization.When talking about the differences between the organizational model of modern industry and the current system of the Qing Dynasty, as well as the conflict between the two, Chen Ke did not shy away from it, but spoke bluntly.

Listening to Chen Ke talking about the modern industrial structure, the role of various industrial departments, and how to build and develop these industrial departments.Inside the Jingshi University Hall, there was no sound at first, then everyone started whispering, and finally some people didn't listen to the class at all, and they simply started arguing.

Chen Ke put down the chalk and looked at the students below without saying a word.The students who spoke in low voices slowly quieted down, but those who were arguing became more and more excited as they talked.When they realized that there was no sound around them, all eyes fell on them.After all, he is a student of Beijing Normal University, so he still has this style.Now that they have disturbed the classroom, they didn't feel embarrassed at all, and one of them simply stood up and spoke, "Mr. Chen, what you said is so wonderful. It seems easy to develop industries. Can you give me a simple example?" Is it?"

Fortunately, they do not pester me with historical data.Chen Ke felt much relieved.For example, Chen Ke quickly remembered the briquette project.He nodded and told everyone about the project.

The conditions for engaging in honeycomb coal in Beijing are still very mature.Anthracite is available in Beijing, there is no shortage of honeycomb coal market, and machinery and equipment are not difficult.And this new product can effectively promote economic development and stimulate the development of many surrounding industries. It can be regarded as a project with no harm.

After explaining the project, Chen Ke asked, "Student, what do you think of this project?"

The one who stood up and questioned Chen Ke was speechless.Chen Ke's explanation was very clear, but after hearing this, he felt that something crucial was missing.But he felt that he couldn't grasp the context.Want to say something, but can't say it.Coupled with the fact that all the eyes around him were on him at this time, he felt even more wrong.This brother looked to be almost 30 years old, with a braid. Although it was autumn and the auditorium was not hot, his forehead was brightened, as if he was sweating.Chen Ke didn't want to embarrass him, so he waved his hand to let him sit down.

Chen Ke turned around, wrote the few elements he just said on the blackboard, and drew a few lines on these elements, pointing to the blank space in the center of the elements, and Chen Ke wrote down two words in the blank space. In big characters, the government.

"This project seems simple, but in fact the departments that need to be contacted are not simple. Mining, transportation, steel, these basic industrial departments all need to be contacted. It also involves urban land use and the selection of these municipal construction issues. If it is a mature industrialized government, these are very simple. If it is the current government, there is a problem of incompetence."

Chen Ke glanced at the students below again. Compared with the students of Fudan Public School in his memory, everyone's expressions were not very friendly.Chen Ke said with a smile: "I know. Those who can come to study in the Imperial University are outstanding people for a while. If everyone thinks this project is more interesting, I welcome people with lofty ideals to cooperate with me in this project."

The reaction of the students was not very enthusiastic, and they were about to let everyone take a break, but the young man who asked the question yesterday stood up and said, "Mr. There are always some things that he refuses to say clearly. I don’t know what Mr. Chen’s views on the government are.” After speaking, the student stared at Chen Ke with burning eyes, as if he wanted to read the answer from Chen Ke’s face.

Hearing this blunt words, Chen Ke laughed, "I don't know what you think. If I have time these days, I will ask you for advice. But in my opinion, the purpose of the government should be to develop productivity. In the process of developing productivity, we allow everyone to get rich. However, whether it is the Chinese government or foreign governments, the current goal is to get rich. In order to get rich, they have to develop productivity. In my opinion Come on, this is putting the cart before the horse. If China wants to surpass Europe and the United States, it must establish a government that focuses on the development of productive forces, a government that aims to enrich the people, not rich officials and wealthy gentry. That’s how it is.”

After hearing Chen Ke's words, there was a commotion among the students.Chen Ke didn't care that much. "Now take a 15-minute break. Then resume the lecture."

"Rich people, not rich officials and Fuji gentry. Is this possible?" Someone said in a mocking tone.

"That's right." There was unconfidence in the voice.

"Isn't this a rebellion?"

"The people are the foundation of the world. What kind of rebellion is this?" Someone immediately retorted.

"It is to rule the world with the scholar-bureaucrats. It is not to rule the world with the common people."

"Use one person to rule the world, not use the world to serve one person."

The students talked a lot.Chen Ke didn't care so much, and walked out of the auditorium.The sky was blue, and the sun was warm on the face, but the temperature really dropped a lot.When the wind blows, it is still chilly.Who knows what path these students will choose in the end.Chen Ke has never made a comparison before, how big is the difference between Confucianism's Datong thought and Marx's communism.In other words, where is the difference between the world of socialism and Datong?This might be a good subject.I was thinking wildly, when I saw the young student who asked the question just now leaning over, "Mr. Chen, you said just now that you want to make the honeycomb coal, but it is true."

"Yes. It's true." After finishing speaking, Chen Ke sized up the young man, "May I ask your surname, brother. My surname is Su, Su Wuming."

Wuming?Why not call it Wukong?

Seeing Chen Ke's expression, Su Wuming smiled, "My father believes in Buddhism, so he gave him such a name."

"Listen to the accent, Brother Su is from Shaanxi?"

"From Xi'an. Where's Brother Chen?"

"People from Zhengzhou, Henan."

"Brother Chen's talk about briquettes is quite interesting. I do have a few friends. If Mr. Chen is really interested, I can help Mr. Chen get in touch."

"That's the best."

"Mr. Chen, listen to the government you mentioned. It seems to have a lot of authority. I don't know what this government should look like."

"The government I want. This is incomparable to the Qing Dynasty. First of all, there is no longer any private land in the world, and the land is all owned by the state. The industrial system is also under the control of the government. Countless large factories are state-owned. The examination system is better than it is now. The imperial examination is at least a million times larger. All the people, whether they like it or not, have to go to school and learn knowledge. It is also included in the imperial examination. In general, the imperial power does not come down to the county. This practice does not exist in the new government. The government can directly control anyone in the village."

Listening to Chen Ke's eloquent talk, Su Wuming's eyes widened. "This, this is not a joke."

"It can be done, trust me." Chen Ke said.When Mao Zedong was alive, the party established an unprecedentedly powerful social management system.What Chen Ke said was the reality that has been realized.

"Then the surname is not Aixinjueluo in this world?" Su Wuming asked in a low voice.

Chen Ke looked at Su Wuming not maliciously, but rather excitedly.Jingshi University Hall is also equivalent to Guozijian.The students of Guozijian have such problems.This is Man Qing's fate... But Chen Ke couldn't express his position publicly, so he asked, "What do you think?"

Su Wuming just laughed dryly, but stopped talking.

The following lectures went smoothly and not smoothly.Students have a lot of questions.Everyone is very interested in the new government proposed by Chen Ke.The students in the Imperial University are not easy to deal with, and their questions are quite tricky.The new government's departmental setup, functional design, and what is the relationship between these designs and productivity.Everyone's thinking is quite clear.It seems that they are not without research on the New Deal.

Chen Ke is not afraid of asking questions, and he also knows that these questions will not make himself look bad.Anyway, he is also a time traveler, and he is quite clear about the organization of the new state machine.But if you really explain this clearly, everyone probably knows that Chen Ke is a revolutionary party.After finally finishing the lecture, Chen Ke hurriedly left the school, a place of right and wrong.Before dark, he finally entered the door.

There are a lot of things piled up in the originally empty yard.When Chen Ke left at noon, he left a list of things to buy.Now, big vats, wood blocks, coal blocks, red clay, and ropes and other utensils are piled up like a hill.

Seeing Chen Ke came back, Chen Tianhua said: "Wen Qing is back. I bought everything except the iron guy you mentioned. The blacksmith said that the thing you want can only be produced tomorrow."

"Then let's do it." Chen Ke changed into coarse clothes, called Wu Xingchen, Pang Zi and a few other friends, and got busy.

A hole has been drilled under the big tank at the position of the damper.Chen Tianhua and the others have already asked the carpenter to divide a wooden stake into eight pieces according to Chen Ke's drawing, but the appearance is not the usual equal division, but four pieces with big outside and small inside, and four pieces with small outside and big inside.After cutting off the cores in the middle of the eight wooden blocks, they were reassembled into a circle, and an ordinary thick wooden stick was inserted in the middle, and the outside of the stake was tied with a rope.

In the afternoon, Pang Zi was quite puzzled when he saw that it took so much trouble to saw a piece of wood.Chen Ke didn't explain, he first filled the vat with soil, filled with a layer of soil, and then tamped the red soil with a wooden mallet.We are all young people, and they are really lively when they work.After the position of the soil was higher than the position of the tuyere on the side of the vat, Chen Ke put a few iron drills he bought into the vat, adjusted it to a position of [-] degrees to the damper, and placed the weird wooden stake in the vat. , Continue to start filling and ramming the earth.After the red soil was compacted, Chen Ke stood on the soil in the vat, and struggled to pull out the thick wooden stick in the middle of the bundled pile of strange things.Next, because some of the eight pieces of wood on the outside have a geometric shape with a small outside and a big inside, they can be easily pulled down. After the wood is removed, the outer rope can be easily removed.In the middle of the red clay, an irregular hollow was formed.

Then Chen Ke and Chen Tianhua used a piece of wood to round the hole, and then used an iron chisel to dig in through the hole at the position of the damper. When it was time to light the lamp, a rough and simple briquette stove was completed.

Firewood burns inside the hearth for drying.When the honeycomb coal is produced tomorrow, it can be used.

Everyone filled the newly bought kettle with water and put it on the stove to burn. Standing by the fire, the warm feeling was really good.At this moment, someone knocked on the door.It was Chen Tianhua who opened the door. Chen Tianhua has learned Chinese pinyin well these days, but he asked in Hunan Mandarin: "Excuse me..." Then the sound was silent.Chen Ke felt strange, Fang turned his head, and heard someone outside the door asking, "Is Mr. Wen Qing there?" It was Steward He's voice.

"I'm here." Chen Ke replied.

"Mr. Wen Qing, my master invites you to come over." Butler He's voice was very respectful and unusual.

"I'll go now."

There was a carriage parked in front of He Ruming's house. Chen Ke didn't see it when he came back just now, so he should have just arrived.Following the butler into the living room of He Mansion, He Ruming stood in the living room with his hands behind his back. After seeing Chen Ke, he immediately greeted him, "Wen Qing is here." He Ruming said with a strange expression.

After Chen Ke and He Ruming greeted each other, their eyes fell on another person in the living room.It was a soldier, with a long face and braids, and a faint scar on the left cheekbone, which was quite eye-catching.What is more eye-catching is the blue military uniform worn by this person, a four-pocket jacket, breeches, and a military belt.Except for a nondescript bead on the hat, it is basically the same as a modern military uniform.

Wouldn't it be this afternoon, what problems did my class cause?This was Chen Ke's first thought. On second thought, the students in the school should not be so boring and would go to inform.So what did He Ruming bring an officer to ask him for?Turning back to look at He Ruming again, I saw that his expression was mixed with anger, helplessness, and some anxiety.Before Chen Ke could ask, He Ruming said, "Wen Qing, do you have some new medicine with you?"

"A little bit." Chen Ke brought enough medicine for 100 people, but he didn't dare to speak out.

"How many people can it cure?"

"I don't know how many people Master He wants to treat?"

"Is there any medicine for treating ten people first?"

"Have."

"That's great." He Ruming was obviously relieved, "I want to ask Wen Qing to see a few people."

"Master He, my medicine is very poisonous. When I was in Shanghai, I had to sign a document to treat people. If someone dies, I can't be responsible."

"I've read the newspapers, so I know a little bit about it. Don't worry, Wenqing will also sign the certificate here. But the treatment is important. I hope Wenqing can help."

Chen Ke glanced at He Ruming, it should not be that this handsome old man is sick.If someone in his family is sick, why is there an officer in the living room.

"I don't know where to go to see a doctor?"

"Let me introduce, this is the second rank of the new army, Zuoji, Bu Shenling."

The name of Beiyang's official system was quite long, and Chen Ke didn't understand it. It was the soldier who heard He Ruming's introduction. "Going down to watch the water."

Chen Ke hurried up to shake hands with Officer Bu, "Chen Ke."

"Mr. Chen, I have some patients here. I would like to ask Mr. Chen to see them." Bu Guanshui said very politely, he should know what kind of disease he was seeing, so he looked a little ashamed.

"It's easy to say, easy to say. I'll go get the medicine now."

After going back to get the medicine, Chen Ke told everyone that he was going out.It is estimated that I will come back very late, or I will not come back at all.Let everyone rest early.But Chen Ke didn't dare to ask everyone to send him out.Yesterday, after listening to the history told by Wu Xingchen and Pang Zi, the people in this house and the Beiyang Army were mortal enemies, if they saw Chen Ke mixing with the Beiyang Army officers, God knows what would happen.

After returning to He Mansion with the medicine, He Ruming and Bu Guanshui were already waiting in the yard.Under the leadership of Bu Guanshui, Chen Ke got into the carriage, and the coachman urged the horses. Amidst the sound of the wheels, the carriage disappeared into the night in He Ruming's sight.

Chapter 57

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