Crown Prince of the Empire, I quit!

Cao Chuan and Ye Shoujiang's troops both rushed back from afar.

It took nearly three days to get ready before we were finally ready to set off.

During this period, Qin Ming sent the large ship that Wu Shizhong had previously contacted the Jiangnan Shipyard to make to the canal in the capital.

As soon as the two huge objects appeared, they attracted countless attention.

Generally speaking, their large warships are extremely large in size, capable of accommodating thousands of people and carrying dozens of dismantled hot air balloons.

But the sizes of these two giant ships are about the same as three large warships!

As the chariots were being transported onto the ship.

Qin Ming also found a suitable reason for this war.

The newspapers these days are full of news about the expedition against the rebel Qin Yue.

At Qin Ming's instruction, the official in charge of Daqian's newspaper had already informed the whole country of the news that Qin Yue had leaked the Daqian border map a few days ago.

After hearing the news, the people were excited.

Even Qin Yue's previous residence outside the palace was smashed and then set on fire at night.

Qin Ming didn't put too much of an objection to this.

After some publicity, his campaign has been supported by many people.

If you go out now, you can gain some reputation.

However, before leaving, some means are needed to maintain stability in Daqian.

That night, Qin Ming entered the harem.

"His Majesty."

Guan Yue had been waiting here early. Since Qin Ming ascended the throne, he had not taken any concubines, but only established one queen.

In the vast palace, only Guan Yue and her family members who often visit her can add a bit of vitality to this place.

Fortunately, Qin Ming arranged for her to work with Wan Shu to promote the industrial infrastructure construction in the capital.

During the day, Guan Yue was busy supervising the work and organizing the management team, so he didn't feel bored.

As for the evening...

"I'm planning to go out soon."

Qin Ming sat next to Guan Yue and whispered about his arrangements.

"You are already the most respected emperor, why do you still want to go to the battlefield and fight hand-to-hand?"

Guan Yue pouted somewhat unhappily, raised her head, and her eyes were full of worry.

"It's different. I don't think many people will make this decision."

Qin Ming couldn't start from scratch, and it was not easy to popularize the theory of the earth's sphericity to people of this era.

You can only bring people there yourself, which is convenient.

"What about the court affairs?"

"The teacher is still here, but before I leave, I am worried about another thing."

Qin Ming held Guan Yue's hand.

"Many generals in the north are direct descendants of the Guan family. I would like you to write a letter to express your regards."

The princes have now begun to look for opportunities to oppose me openly or secretly.

Although Qin Ming did not kill them, he even dismissed all the troops under their control.

But there is no guarantee that these people will come back during the time I am away.

At this time, Guan Yue's identity is very important.

As Guan Zhenshan was the main general guarding the north at that time, the Guan family held a vital position in the army.

As his daughter, Guan Yue's letter was enough to reassure many generals in the north.

Only in this way can Qin Ming leave with peace of mind.

"That's it, I know."

Guan Yue nodded obediently, then thought of something and added:

"Wu Qingye's troops are also there. Why not let him come back later?"

"It has passed."

Qin Ming told Guan Yue exactly what had happened in the north a few days ago.

"How dare the Prince of Yan lead them to do such a despicable thing? It's a disgrace to the royal family!"

Guan Yue stomped her feet in anger after hearing this.

Qin Ming had previously subdued them all with powerful force, but this only served as a deterrent.

People will still find opportunities in their hearts to jump out and cause trouble from time to time.

There is a saying that goes, "I'm not afraid of thieves stealing, I'm afraid of thieves thinking about it."

These princes might be the thieves who are eyeing the northern land.

"Yeah, if there's a chance...it's better to deal with them once and for all."

Qin Ming spoke lightly, with a look of determination on his face.

"That will have to wait until you return. If we act rashly, we might disrupt the country."

"Ah."

Qin Ming nodded slowly, then turned to look at the candle beside him.

The candlelight flickers, and the shadows become a pair.

The moon in the sky casts its bright moonlight under the window.

Guan Yue no longer has the shyness she had at the beginning.

After thinking for a while, he said softly:

"It's getting late, Your Majesty, why don't you rest first and take care of things tomorrow?"

"can."

Seeing such an active beauty, Qin Ming's mouth curled up.

He raised his hand and blew out several candles around him.

The red silk rolled down, and there was no conversation all night.

Qin Ming received the report early the next morning.

Chang Baishan found him and said:

"Your Majesty, most of the soldiers in the capital's military camp have been taken away by Ye Shoujiang and Hei Fu. Now they're taking the supplies from those two large ships with them, and they're almost sucking us dry in one go."

These days, Chang Baishan brought the palace guards and opened the national treasury to mobilize various supplies for the troops going to the front line.

Leaving aside other channels, the value of the materials that passed through his hands alone exceeded millions of taels of silver.

"Don't worry, this money can be earned back tenfold or a hundredfold in the future."

"Really? Then we'll be rich as hell."

"Of course it's true, but becoming fabulously rich isn't something I'm going to achieve in the near future. After all, the amount of money spent on basic research is far beyond your imagination."

The amount of money Qin Ming has recently invested in some basic research is far beyond everyone's expectations.

In the process of extensive research and continuous consumption of silver in the workshop.

Officials at all levels of the six ministries had written letters to advise Qin Ming not to spend money on such a position where it might take a long time to see results.

But Qin Ming didn't care about their obstruction.

Because he was the only one who knew that he could fight all the way from Lingnan to the capital.

Their core strength is not the military or management system, but technology.

Only after making greater breakthroughs in technology can they achieve better development in other fields.

"He asked if you would take me with you this time?"

At this time, Chang Baishan suddenly asked the doubts that had been hidden in his heart for the past few days.

Qin Ming seems to have made a lot of preparations these days.

However, the list of people who would accompany him on the expedition had not yet been announced, which made him a little impatient.

"Do you want to go over there?"

Qin Ming looked at Chang Baishan with a smile.

"of course."

"Then let's go. It's a good opportunity to show you the world."

Qin Ming patted his shoulder, and Chang Baishan immediately muttered:

"Your Majesty, I have followed you for several years and have seen everything in the world."

"What kind of world can we see at this time?"

"You'll find out soon enough."

Qin Ming's fleet was assembled on the tenth day after Ye Shoujiang and Cao Chuan left.

They did not announce this voyage, but just lied that Qin Ming was going to the South Seas countries to discuss a big arms deal.

Everyone in the court was hoping that Qin Ming could make this big deal.

Because once the deal is done, the court will have more money, which is also the basis for many officials to do their work.