I clearly wanted to be a tyrant, but how did I become the greatest emperor of all time?

These days, Zhang Yuchai has been living in seclusion in the mountains, and is writing a miscellaneous book based on his own reading experience.

He named the book "The Exploitation of Nature".

Zhang Yingchai sorted out the mechanical techniques recorded in ancient books of various dynasties and compiled this complete book on ancient mechanics.

The family members presented the book to Empress Dowager Zhang.

Empress Dowager Zhang was surprised to find that there was indeed a talented person in her family.

Only then did he lower himself to beg Li Tian for help.

But he didn't expect it to go so smoothly this time, and Li Tian agreed immediately.

Zhang Chai was also very grateful.

He had been looked down upon by many scholars in his life, but Li Tiangui, the emperor, respected him so much.

This touched Zhang Chai deeply.

Li Tian thought about it and decided that he must arrange a good position for Zhang Chai.

The Ministry of Industry was tedious, and after pondering for a while, he said, "Zhang Aiqing, how about this? You go to the Cabinet first, take my handwritten letter, and let the Prime Minister help you arrange a position."

Li Tian added: "If you are not satisfied with the arrangement made by Lord Tang, come and tell me again! I will definitely let you go to a position that you are most satisfied with!"

This time, Zhang Chai was so grateful that he burst into tears.

He fell to his knees and shouted "Long live the emperor!" Even Empress Dowager Zhang had tears in her eyes.

"Your Majesty, I am really happy."

After seeing off the excited Zhang Chai, Empress Dowager Zhang took Li Tian aside to chat about family matters.

Originally, their mother-son relationship was very good, but after Li Tian let himself go and became a tyrant.

That gap completely disappeared.

Empress Dowager Zhang invited Li Tian to have a meal in the Cining Palace and asked the kitchen to prepare a special Tremella soup that Li Tian loved to drink.

The mother and son chatted for a while, and then Li Tiancai returned to the Queen's Palace.

Zhang Yuchai, who was holding Li Tian's handwritten order, had just walked out of the palace when he suddenly remembered:

"I'm afraid it would be impolite for me to come to the Prime Minister's house empty-handed."

"How about taking the book I just finished writing?"

"That's right. I heard that Lord Tang is well-read and likes reading."

“Although what is recorded in ‘The Art of Exploitation of Nature’ is the art of mechanical devices, it is the result of my hard work.”

Thinking of this, Zhang Yingchai returned home and took the book he had just finished writing.

Then he hurried to the cabinet.

Just as Tang Xiaoren was about to leave the government office and return home, he heard someone report that someone was holding a handwritten letter from the emperor asking for an audience.

Tang Xiaoren quickly asked the clerk to invite the person in.

"I am Zhang Yuchai, your humble servant, here to see His Excellency the Prime Minister!"

Tang Xiaoren took Li Tian’s handwriting.

Seeking an official position?

The Queen Mother’s relatives?

Tang Xiaoren felt a little embarrassed, as this kind of relative had no special abilities and loved to cause trouble.

However, Tang Xiaoren still has to obey His Majesty's orders.

He asked casually, "What is something that Master Zhang is good at?"

Zhang Yuchai handed over his copy of "The Creation of Nature" and said:

"Sir, this is a book I wrote. I hope you can correct it!"

The clerk took the manuscript and handed it to Tang Xiaoren.

After simply reading a few pages, Tang Xiaoren immediately shouted, "Master Zhang is truly a man of great talent. Come and take a seat!"

Although Tang Xiaoren was the top scorer in the imperial examination, his belief in Confucianism was not that firm.

Like many reformers in history, Tang Xiaoren pursued pragmatism.

Pragmatism means that Tang Xiaoren supports any way that can enrich the country and strengthen the military.

From this book, Tang Xiaoren saw Zhang Yingchai's talent.

Zhang Yuchai may not be a good scholar.

But he must be a good craftsman!

The more Tang Xiaoren read on, the more amazed he was.

Zhang Yingchai did not simply compile and extract these craftsmanship skills from ancient books.

But I have practiced it myself.

Even some mechanical devices have been improved.

This is enough to show that Zhang Yuchai is not a person who talks about theories, but a doer!

What a great talent!

As expected of Your Majesty, you really have a keen eye for talent!

Tang Xiaoren immediately said, "Master Zhang, where do you want to go?"

Zhang Yingchai was also extremely excited.

First he was treated with courtesy by His Majesty, and then he was also treated with courtesy by the Prime Minister.

This made Zhang Chai, who had been poor for many years, excited.

"Your Majesty told me to go to the Ministry of Works."

Tang Xiaoren nodded, Zhang Yuchai was indeed a talent suitable for the Ministry of Works.

However, the Ministry of Works has so many departments, where should they be placed?

Tang Xiaoren thought for a moment and said, "Master Zhang, there is a vacant supervisory position in the armory, a sixth-rank position. Is Master Zhang interested?"

The Armoury is under the Industry Department.

This department has considerable power and is in charge of the weapons workshops in Kyoto and surrounding areas.

Although it was only a sixth-rank official position, he was in charge of the production of military equipment in Kyoto.

He handled countless amounts of silver, so it was a well-deserved lucrative job.

But this seat is not so comfortable.

The things in the armory are to be sent to the military.

If qualified weapons are not produced, and the military leaders start to mess around, the inspector of the armory will be in trouble.

The previous inspector of the armory was besieged by military officers and dismissed from his post because he failed to produce a batch of armor as scheduled.

This position can be said to be both fat and difficult.

Tang Xiaoren said truthfully: "The armory was delayed last time, and those military attachés caught it."

"This position is not easy to sit in, Master Zhang, you have to think carefully."

Zhang Yingchai looked at Tang Xiaoren with gratitude.

Tang Xiaoren was the chief minister of the cabinet, and he personally explained the interests involved to him.

This shows how much Tang Xiaoren cares about himself.

Zhang Yingchai immediately said, "Master Tang, I can do it!"

Tang Xiaoren laughed out loud: "Your Majesty really did not make a mistake! Sir Zhang, if you have any difficulties, just come to me!"

"Remember! Your Majesty is our strongest support!"

Zhang Yingchai nodded heavily.

The next day, Tang Xiaoren asked his Zhongshufang director Tang Ze to personally escort Zhang Yuchai to the armory to take up his post.

The armory is located outside Kyoto City, and it contains three weapons workshops and six armor workshops.

In addition, there is a coal mine and an open-pit iron mine in the surrounding area.

The entire valley is the armory's territory.

Tang Ze brought Zhang Yuchai and introduced him to the officials of the armory.

The deputy director in charge of the armory handed over the seal to Zhang Yuchai.

Zhang Yingchai officially took office.

At this time, Li Tian was leaning on the Queen's couch, watching Tang Hanxue reviewing memorials.

Suddenly received a system prompt:

[Abuse of royal relatives, Great Zhou's national fortune: -2000! ]

[Trigger reward: Qinggong secret, "Lingyun Weibu"! After using it, it is like walking on the clouds, a top-level body shape skill. 】

This reward is great!

It can greatly improve your speed, allowing you to be both offensive and defensive!

Li Tian quickly mastered this light skill.

He mobilized his true energy and his figure suddenly disappeared from the spot.

Many afterimages appeared on the ground, and Li Tian teleported quickly several meters away.

It is indeed a top-notch skill!

Li Tian accepted the reward with satisfaction.

At this moment, Xiao Weizi hurried into the hall and reported:

"Your Majesty, Marquis Wu'an requests an audience!"

Li Tian shuddered when he heard this.

Qin Tianyang, Marquis of Wu'an, is the most meritorious military figure of the current dynasty!

The Wu'an Marquis family is a family of founding heroes who followed the Emperor in starting an uprising!

It has been passed down to this day and is still very prosperous!