This steam-powered warship is still one of the earliest warships, so its various transformations are still somewhat rudimentary and require further enhancement.
Unfortunately, due to limited resources, many things couldn't be produced, which was quite frustrating.
Lin Yi saw Ma Jun's resentment and comforted him, " Deheng, you've already surpassed this era to get to where you are today, so why think so much?"
The weapons and equipment of my Great Liang have reached their current level, all thanks to you. You will surely be remembered in history in the future.
The fact that some things weren't developed is entirely due to the limitations of the era, and has absolutely nothing to do with Ma Jun. He was already capable of defying the heavens; if he were to defy the heavens any further, he wouldn't be human but a god.
It's obvious that there are no gods in this world; even Lin Yi himself is just a superhuman.
"That's right, Deheng is a meritorious official of our Great Liang, and no one can replace him!" Xun Yu couldn't help but laugh.
The others nodded in agreement. Ma Jun was indeed irreplaceable in Great Liang, given his immense influence; it was as if all the soldiers received his blessing.
This power, in some respects, is even more effective than his own ministers.
Lin Rusong couldn't help but laugh, "Minister Ma, look! This is what everyone wants! His Majesty once told me that with you, Deheng, in charge, the strength of Great Liang has increased by more than 30%!"
Upon hearing this, Ma Jun blushed and exclaimed excitedly, "Thank you for your praise, Your Majesty and the Emperor Emeritus!"
For someone who has only invented something, to be valued by the Emperor and the Emperor Emeritus is the greatest honor, far more reliable than any reward.
Lin Yi couldn't help but laugh and cry at the same time, because he had never said this to Lin Rusong. To put it bluntly, his father was trying to win people over for him.
To be honest, he was quite moved, after all, even his own father didn't know that Ma Jun was one of his men, and the kind who was absolutely loyal.
This proactive approach to winning people's hearts is definitely reliable.
He laughed and said, " Deheng's abilities are absolutely evident to all. In the future, you will surely have a place in the Lingyan Pavilion!"
He wasn't just talking; after all, Ma Jun's role was truly significant. He practically transformed the weaponry and equipment of the entire Great Liang Empire, which was a tremendous contribution.
Lingyan Pavilion!
Upon hearing this, the courtiers couldn't help but feel envious. This matter was still under discussion, but they hadn't expected Ma Jun to have already secured a seat. It was truly enviable.
Congratulations, Brother Ma!
" Deheng is amazing! This is something that brings honor to his ancestors. He's the first great inventor in history!"
The courtiers had a good relationship with Ma Jun and praised him highly.
After a brief period of lively conversation, everyone disembarked from the warship, concluding their journey for the day. However, the Pangu showed no sign of stopping, continuing to sail back and forth along the entire river.
The commotion was so great that it caused cheers from all the people, who were eager to jump into the river and climb onto the warship to see what was going on.
Although they didn't know the specifics, they did know that the Great Liang Empire had become stronger after acquiring this item.
Lin Yi had just returned to the palace when he was stopped by someone.
Upon seeing this person, many of the concubines revealed hostility in their eyes; he was Princess Dada of the Xinma Empire.
They all knew perfectly well that this woman was having an affair with the Emperor, but they never expected her to come knocking on their door like this—she was clearly trying to steal their business.
They were originally planning to have a fierce battle all night, but now there's suddenly an extra person, which isn't exactly friendly.
Princess Dada glanced at the women, then suddenly smiled sweetly and said kindly, " Dada greets all my elder sisters!"
Forehead!
As the saying goes, one cannot hit a smiling face. The fact that a princess addressed them as "sister" in such a kind and charming manner immediately put the concubines in a good mood, and they also developed a certain fondness for her.
Putting everything else aside, the key point is that she's sensible; she knows she's the younger sister, instead of using her princess status to be aggressive, which would be quite disgusting.
"Hello, little sister, why don't you go work in the palace?"
"I have some interesting things in my palace, why don't we go and see them together?"
"I've heard that the emperor of your Xinma Empire is a woman and also your mother. Is that true?"
"..."
As the saying goes, three women make three mouths, and four women simply can't move their legs; a group of them started chatting right there at the palace gate.
Princess Dada showed no anger whatsoever, answering their questions one by one with a smile throughout, without showing the slightest displeasure.
This made Lin Yi realize that this woman had probably already made up her mind to enter the palace and follow him, otherwise she wouldn't be so humble.
As a princess of the Xinma Empire, even though the Xinma Empire is currently under attack from other countries, a princess is a princess and she is not so kind.
The only possibility is that she was trying to curry favor with these concubines in preparation for entering the palace in the future.
Lin Yi glanced at the concubines and smiled, " Ling'er, you may return to the inner palace first. The Xinma Empire is in some danger right now; I need to discuss state affairs with Dada."
"Your Majesty, you must come to the inner palace! I'll be waiting for you tonight." Consort Xian winked and then turned and left.
Lin Yi smiled and looked at Princess Dada in front of him. At this moment, she looked like a delicate little girl, quietly looking at him, with a hint of moisture in her eyes.
This woman seems to have something on her mind.
The two walked quietly on the road to the main hall. The road was very long, as if it would never end.
Lin Yi was not a heartless person after all. He stopped and sighed, "What's wrong, my princess? Why is there sadness in your eyes? Is it because I didn't help your mother?"
No!
Princess Dada shook her head and said with a wry smile, " Dada knows that her mother is scheming against His Majesty, so she doesn't expect anything else, but only hopes that His Majesty understands that Dada is not lying to you."
I'm ready to go back, to reclaim the throne of the Queen of the Xinma Empire, and then I'll come back to marry you.
"At that time, I will marry you with the entire Xinma Empire as my dowry. Will you marry me then?"
She knew her mother's methods very well. Her mother's words about using the empire as a dowry to marry her off to the emperor of Great Liang were definitely a delaying tactic.
She'll definitely change her mind later, and then I'll be caught in the middle, unable to give my man an explanation.
Therefore, she chose to take the initiative to seek a way out for her own happiness and for the survival of the Xinma Empire.
Lin Yi pulled her into his arms and sighed in her ear, "I will!"