mtlumby2d Chapter 389 Library
Chapter 389 Library
Chapter 389 Library
"Explosives?"
Ye Ru's words resounded like a bomb, causing everyone's expressions to change.
Chen Tianjian, in particular, had once witnessed others refining pills. The explosive damage caused by failed pill refining was considerable. He had even considered using it for military purposes, believing it would not only greatly increase the damage output of the entire army but also strike fear into the hearts of the enemy.
Unfortunately, he tried many methods but failed to produce a complete explosive, so he gave up and eventually forgot about it.
However, Ye Ru has now actually managed to make explosives.
If Ye Ru's words are true, once explosives are used extensively in the military, their Yanhuang Kingdom will likely become the number one among the ten kingdoms.
"Yes, I once had a dream in which an old man told me how to make an object explode and gave me the recipe."
"When I woke up, I tried to make a small amount of explosives using that recipe, and to my surprise, the recipe was actually real."
Ye Ru made up a lie and then solemnly addressed the group of people.
"Chief Ye, if you really know the formula for this explosive, then the northwestern border region will be able to trade or allow supplies to enter. Book resources can also be transported in directly. You should be the greatest contributor to our Yanhuang Kingdom!"
Chen Qingqiao clapped his hands and looked at Ye Ru with surprise. In his opinion, everything Ye Ru mentioned was something that no one before him had thought of.
It can also be said that every idea of Ye Ru's was astonishing and had epoch-making significance!
This left the Left Prime Minister speechless, but he quickly darted around in his eyes and continued:
"Since Chief Ye has this plan, why not tell us about it now so that we can hurry up and manufacture the explosives."
Seemingly aware of the Left Prime Minister's thoughts, Ye Ru smiled slightly at him, then said unhurriedly:
"Your Excellency, you are mistaken. This matter is of great importance. The reason I am revealing it now is because I was insignificant and powerless back then, and I was even afraid of being killed if I spoke out. Moreover, if other countries were to learn of this, the consequences would be unimaginable. Therefore, I only intend to tell Lord Chen Tianjian and His Majesty about this formula, so that they can oversee its management. This way, we can also prevent the materials from being leaked."
"Since Chief Ye is so vigilant, I am relieved. In that case, I have no objections."
The Left Prime Minister sighed, then bowed to him, and spoke again:
"In that case, I shall take my leave."
"Why is the Left Prime Minister in such a hurry to leave? Why not have lunch before you go?"
Chen Qingqiao stopped the Left Prime Minister and said.
"In that case, I shall respectfully comply."
The Left Prime Minister's expression changed slightly, then he nodded.
As the sun gradually moved westward, the group finished their lunch, each lost in their own thoughts, before the Left Prime Minister hurriedly departed.
"Chief Ye, are you really capable of making explosives?"
Walking along the paths of the palace, Chen Tianjian couldn't help but ask.
As a military general who traveled on the frontier, he naturally knew what explosives meant. If there were explosives, the frontier could be said to be impregnable.
"Yes, I also thought that I could manufacture explosives and build an extremely powerful army. Then, I would equip them with Holy Leaves. In that case, if war broke out, they would become an elite lion, like a sharp sword, directly charging into the enemy army and delivering a fatal blow."
A cold glint flashed across Ye Ru's face. In the past, whenever the demon race and others wanted to invade their human territory, they could come at any time, and the human race did not have the power to drive them away. They could only become fish on a chopping board.
Once he can build an elite army, he will likely be able to give the demon race or monster race some spiritual deterrence.
"That's a good idea, but you're just a scholar now, and the Emperor won't give you these troops at all."
Wen Xiang pondered for a moment, then spoke.
"Therefore, all of this will have to be done in your hands, Lord Chen. You must secretly train an iron army to protect the northern border. This iron army must be battle-hardened, because they will be the last line of defense in the northern border's retreat."
Ye Ru nodded solemnly, and then said.
"I understand. You'll be going to Jin in a couple of days, right? His Majesty will hold a farewell party for you then. Be careful of the Left Chancellor's actions."
Chen Tianjian nodded, his face solemn.
"Yes, the Left Prime Minister is still up to his old tricks. He will definitely send someone to challenge me, because he knows that nothing can defeat me in this matter."
A cold glint flashed in Ye Ru's eyes. The assassination attempt last night and the provocations a few days later had made him very angry.
He wanted to let the Left Chancellor know that he, Ye Ru, was not someone to be trifled with.
"Be careful. I'm going to the National Holy Academy first. Tianjian, Chief Ye, I'll take my leave now."
Wen Xiang patted Ye Ru on the shoulder, then bowed and said.
"Goodbye, Minister Wen."
After resolving some concerns, Emperor Chen Qingqiao of the Yanhuang Kingdom finally began to take action, starting with pilot programs in the surrounding counties.
The idea for this book institution was proposed by Ye Ru. Chen Qingqiao wanted Ye Ru to name it, and the latter named the book institution a library.
In the days that followed, Ye Ru continued to read. To his surprise, the number of books in the palace was vast, and Ye Ru was able to clearly record each book in the Siku Quanshu (Complete Library of the Four Treasuries).
Ye Ru's reading speed astonished some of the old teachers at the Imperial Academy. Some of them were even unconvinced and gave him several tricky questions to test him, but Ye Ru could recite them all fluently. As a result, a saying circulated in the Imperial Academy.
Ye Ru didn't read books; he devoured them.
Finally, after half a month, the once quiet Imperial Academy began to gradually become lively.
And this core point points to Ye Ru.
"Today is our Imperial Academy's reading gathering, and His Majesty will also be attending. You all better be careful and don't bring shame to our Imperial Academy!"
Inside the Imperial Academy, an older scholar pointed at the crowd below and reprimanded them in a low voice.
"Hehe, Master, is that famous 'Book Eater' Ye Anshou coming? If he comes, I think this year's book fair won't even need to be held; he'll definitely be the top scholar..."
A handsome young man pursed his lips and joked.
“You unruly children, all you think about are these things. Ye Ru’s talent is indeed the best, but that also gives you a target to catch up with.”
The scholar snorted coldly and reprimanded him.
"I think this Ye Ru isn't really that amazing, is he?"
At that moment, a lazy voice came, causing the students' expressions to change. They all shut their mouths and then looked towards the distant rooftop.