Reborn as the Crippled King's Beloved-Chapter 568: Her Majesty the Empress is full of praise for him

Chapter 568: Chapter 568: Her Majesty the Empress is full of praise for him

Within half a year.

Just by relying on the papermaking technique and Printing Technique, the national treasury had already filled up.

What was earned was the money of various countries.

Upon learning this, these countries were unwilling to fall behind and came to Great Yan, for fear of being left behind by other nations.

Jun Yuyan and Murong Jiu experienced for the first time how quickly knowledge and skills could earn money.

This greatly inspired both of them and the officials of the Imperial Court in the cultivation and employment of talent.

Lord in Heaven, the never-satisfied treasury was actually brimful because of two technologies! Such a thing was unimaginable just a few months ago.

Yet it truly and genuinely happened.

If a few more technologies were to come, wouldn’t it be a stream of ever-flowing money?

It didn’t matter if a small country was poor, if there was no Silver, resources could be exchanged.

For example, iron ore, copper ore, gems, food, cattle, sheep, horses, and so on.

Like a small country in the south that produced jade could trade with top-grade jade.

For instance, the countries in the north with their plump sheep and horses, that could also offset the money.

Everyone in the Great Yan Dynasty, including the common people, understood the importance of knowledge.

Because of this matter, Jun Yuyan deliberately spread the word and gave tremendous rewards to the inventors and creators.

Of course, these "two people" who made the inventions were not the real creators, but that didn’t hinder the rumors of overnight wealth among the populace.

It made the public excited and eager to invent and create, and in this month alone, many inventions were reported to the Imperial Court. fɾēewebnσveℓ.com

Although some inventions were pure novelties, among ten, there would be one or two that were somewhat useful.

As long as they were useful, they would be rewarded with real Silver and gold.

Moreover, if the invented items could be used to make money, the inventors and creators could also receive a large bonus from the Imperial Court every year.

A carpenter named Han Muzi, who had loved carpentry since childhood, came from a family of carpenters and could be considered an inherited family of craftsmen, but he especially liked making some odd and unusual objects.

Because these objects were too peculiar, they could not be sold at all.

Not long ago, his father fell seriously ill, and their home’s Silver dwindled. Neighbors accused him of not pursuing a proper profession, always pondering useless things every day.

He heard that someone had exchanged odd trinkets for Silver at the Yamen, so he loaded all the old items and newly made wooden objects onto an ox-cart and transported them to the Yamen.

"Official Master, look at these objects, are any of them valuable?"

The people around laughed.

"Are you bringing junk here?"

"Filthy and dusty, all covered in dirt; you should at least have cleaned them before sending them to the Official Master."

"They are all made of wood, looking crooked and twisted, what practical use could they have? Young man, you might as well hurry back to your carpentry work."

Han Muzi was eager to prove himself, to show that he hadn’t been wasting his years, and he said urgently:

"Official Master, look, this rack, it can be unfolded to hold books, this piece of wood can clamp the pages, allowing both hands to be free to do other things. For example, ladies could read and embroider at the same time."

The onlookers scoffed, "Pfft, which lady reads and embroiders at the same time, without caring for her eyes?"

The officials also shook their heads, feeling it was impractical.

Who reads a book without placing it on a desk and making marks with a pen after finishing?

He waved his hand and said, "This isn’t suitable; what about the others?"

"This is a folding wooden table that is convenient to carry when going out for a picnic, taking up little space. Look, these are matching folding chairs with backrests. They are very stable and strong, and an adult man can sit on them without any problems."

"It’s not practical, not practical at all. The ground isn’t flat everywhere for a picnic, so how would one set up tables and chairs? It would be more solid to just spread a cloth. Besides, apart from picnics, these items are of no other use; they’ll just collect dust at home."

"Official Master, please take a look at this!"

The remaining items he hurriedly continued to introduce, but none were to satisfaction.

Just as he was about to leave with a bowed head and a heavy heart, a light, agile voice suddenly stopped him.

"Young Master Han, is it? Hold on a moment."

A nondescript carriage that had been parked by the roadside all this time now had someone assisting a woman alighting from it.

"Her Majesty the Empress! Your humble servant pays his respects to Her Majesty the Empress!"

Upon hearing this, everyone was taken aback, hastily kneeling down together.

"There’s no need for formalities. Everyone, please rise. Today, this palace is merely traveling incognito and wishes for quiet."

The Empress was truly most amiable.

Everyone rose to their feet, but now none dared to speak carelessly.

Murong Jiu came walking over.

"Lord Chen."

"Your servant is here!"

Lord Chen, who was specifically in charge of managing inventors, was by now covered in sweat.

Murong Jiu chuckled lightly, "There’s no need to be so nervous. Everything you said was very pertinent, and you considered the issues from the perspective of the common people, which is not at all incorrect. It’s just that, I happen to find Young Master Han’s inventions to be quite practical."

Everyone was puzzled.

These trifles were utterly superfluous. How were they practical?

Murong Jiu explained with a smile, "Look, these foldable tables and chairs are not only suitable for picnics. Those who would benefit most from them should be the street vendors and small shopkeepers, as they take up no space once folded away."

At these words, Lord Chen immediately had an epiphany.

Indeed, he had been following Han Muzi’s line of thought, deeming them useless for picnics, without considering that they could also be used by mobile vendors and inside cramped eateries.

Not only that, but families with small homes and many members could also make use of them.

Capital City’s population was increasing by the day, with numerous opportunities and workshops leading to a several-fold increase in needed craftsmen and laborers; houses were scarcely sufficient to accommodate everyone. In some alleys, over a hundred households were crammed together.

Squeezed in together, there would be no place for visitors to even stand, should any arrive.

Even without guests, a more spacious place would surely be more comfortable to live in, wouldn’t it?

Furthermore, those mobile vendors could push carts carrying these foldable and compact tables and chairs, using them to display their prepared food, allowing customers to sit and eat.

This could greatly facilitate convenience for the people.

"Your Majesty, it was my shortsightedness that led me astray. My vision was too narrow, not as thorough as Yours Majesty’s."

Murong Jiu laughed softly, "Everyone makes mistakes sometimes, Lord Chen. Remember this lesson for the future, and all will be well."

Lord Chen breathed a sigh of relief, silently resolving never to make such an oversight again.

"As for this reading stand, I am quite fond of it. My mentor said, bowing one’s head to read is not advisable; it can harm the spine. Conversely, sitting and reading at eye level contributes to one’s well-being. There are naturally people in the world who would find it useful. Young Master Han, your inventions are truly commendable. Keep striving for excellence in the future."

Han Muzi’s face turned beet red with praise, his blood seemingly boiling with excitement, almost wishing he could run a few laps right there on the spot.

At last! Someone had finally recognized his talent!

He wasn’t just some worthless carpenter!

Even Her Majesty the Empress had lauded him!

He was going places!