How important is iron? Just look at how much things are around you that are not made of iron.

It is verified that iron first appeared in the Shang Dynasty in Chinese history, but due to technical difficulties, it has not been widely used, but bronze is used.

The peak era of bronze in Chinese history is counted as the Warring States Period, and the Qin State achieved its peak achievements.

The Qin Dynasty was a turning point in Chinese history, and this turning point was completed by bronze. Qin Shihuang's invincible army swept the world and used bronze. It can be said that China's unified pattern was made of bronze.

The bronze technology of Qin State fascinated modern scientists. The results of crystal phase detection are so excellent that they can be said to be perfect.

It is precisely based on this understanding that Zhou Chong advocated the use of iron in agriculture and the promotion of iron-made agricultural tools, rather than the use of military use like the six countries.

The King of Qin had a rare insight and not only agreed with Zhou Chong's proposal, but also increased his efforts in iron smelting.

This was enough to excite Zhou Chong. What Zhou Chong unexpectedly expected was that the King of Qin actually asked him for advice. Zhou Chong had a change of thought and had an idea in his heart. He smiled and said, "Your Majesty, you can replace charcoal with coal, and the iron refined will be much better."

Zhou Chong was just doing things based on modern technology, which was a remarkable achievement in the eyes of King Qin and others. It was based on this understanding that King Qin asked Zhou Chong for advice.

The King of Qin said excitedly: "Mr. Zhou is magical. This method must be a wonderful method. With such a magical technique, why should the Qin Dynasty worry about not having a wide range of iron tools?"

Modern steel mills use coal, but who is still using charcoal? This is a basic common sense, but he praised the King of Qin so much. Although Zhou Chong was funny, he also knew that the times were restricted and there was nothing he could do about it.

He said: "Your Majesty, Zhou Chong thought he could try it on a small scale first, and if it is feasible, then it will be expanded."

The King of Qin patted Zhou Chong's shoulder and said, "Just Mr. Zhou. I asked you to discuss attacking Chu, but you gave me so many good ideas, and I am very happy.

However, there is one thing that is that the attack on Chu has to be postponed, which is forced by the situation. I have to do it. I believe that within three or five years, the State of Chu will become the Great Qin.

"The attack on Chu has been delayed, so I don't need to stay in Handan anymore and return to Xianyang soon. However, there must be someone to preside over the matter in Shandong. I think Mr. Zhou is the most suitable one."

In charge of the Shandong affairs, there is a high power and heavy responsibility.

Not only did we manage the newly conquered Zhao Yan, Wei and Qi, but we also had to prepare for the attack on Chu and attack the Huns. Such a heavy burden actually fell on our shoulders. Zhou Chong never dreamed that, and said, "King."

No, Zhou Chong was a little talented and knowledgeable, so he was afraid that he would not be able to call the king the king, so he asked the king to take it back and make his life."

The King of Qin smiled and said, "Mr. Zhou, find one of the people here, and be like you, to give me a refreshing feeling. If you find me, you will take it back."

This is the truth. Zhou Chong, a modern man, is the most peculiar among the Qin ministers. His every word and action is so novel, giving people a sense of freshness.

I have to admire his brilliant idea, and everyone advised: "Mr. Zhou, this is yours."

Even Li Si, who has always been very jealous of Zhou Chong, had to admit this and advised: "Mr. Zhou, Li Si and his husband met him, and he was considered a good friend. In Li Si's opinion, there was no one left to do this.

If Li Si is asked to deal with it, Li Si will ask himself that he can handle it well. But there is not as many new things as Mr. Zhou. "This is the truth. It is not a word of face.

Han Fei agreed: "Mr. Zhou, Li Si is right. Please ask Mr. Zhou to make things difficult for him."

Zhou Chong thought that unless he traveled through another modern person like him, he would have to take over. Moreover, this was the perfect opportunity to display his ambitions and take the Qin Dynasty in another direction. He said, "Since that's the case, Zhou Chong dared not obey.

However, Wang Shang and Zhou Chong have three requests.”

"Tell me!" The King of Qin was so happy.

Zhou Chong said his own request: "Your Majesty, Zhou Chong needs a helper."

"Okay, who do you want?" King Qin didn't think about it.

Zhou Chong smiled slightly and said, "Your Majesty, Zhou Chong wants Ganluo."

The King of Qin nodded and said, "This is true. Gan Luo is a kid with a big man and a novel idea. It often coincides with your Mr. Zhou's idea. Putting you two in Shandong will result twice as much with half the effort.

However, Mr. Zhou, I also have a requirement. You must train Gan Luo well and make him the second Mr. Zhou."

Passing your knowledge to Ganluo and allowing modern civilization to take root in the Qin Dynasty was Zhou Chong's plan, and he happily said: "The king will do whatever he says Zhou Chong. King, Zhou Chong's second request was to ask the king to relax restrictions on merchants.

Merchants cannot get up early without profit and pursue profits. Although their actions are hateful, their actions are also beneficial to the country. Zhou Chong believes that business should be developed in moderation outside of farming wars."

The status of merchants was strictly restricted and not paid enough attention. This is one of the reasons for China's decline. Zhou Chong wanted to break the traditional policy of "focusing on agriculture and suppressing commerce."

The King of Qin did not agree immediately and said, "The merchants pursued interests and did everything they could to do, which is hateful.

However, as Mr. Zhou said, it is really inseparable. If there were no merchants, the goods were connected to the north and south, and exchanged for existence or not, the people's lives would not be so rich. Well, just follow Mr. Zhou's request. It's just that there is something, and they must obey the Qin Dynasty."

This is fine, Zhou Chong agreed and said, "Thank you, the king.

Zhou Chong thought that if the Qin Dynasty was to be strong, it would require a lot of talents. Zhou Chong wanted to run a school in Shandong, and Jixia Academy cultivated a lot of talents. Zhou Chong wanted to use this as an example to set up the Jixia Academy of Qin. Wang Shang, this is Zhou Chong's request."

Han Fei and Li Si both came from Jixia Academy. When he heard Zhou Chong's words, he immediately responded. Han Fei stuttered and said, "Your Majesty, what Mr. Zhou said is very reasonable. Please beg the king."

The King of Qin shook his head and said, "No, this is not accurate. Han Fei, Li Si, you come from Jixia Academy and are deeply taught by Xunzi. I can understand your mood.

Have you ever thought about these so-called talents, they can only shake their lips and talk about the previous kings, keep silent, and ask me to pay for these empty talkers. I might as well raise a few dogs, and when I see me, I will wag my tail and scream a few times."

His metaphor was too detrimental to make scholars worthless. Zhou Chong held back his funny words and said, "What the king said is very reasonable. However, last Zhou Chong wanted to study the land, not to teach them the ways of the Three Kings and Five Emperors and the skills of sages, but to teach them medical skills, agricultural technology, water conservancy technology, shipbuilding technology, surveying technology, and war skills.

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The rare insight of the King of Qin was once again reflected. He grabbed Zhou Chong's shoulder and said, "It's great. In this way, the Qin Dynasty has a group of talents in all fields. Why worry about not being strong? Mr. Zhou, I think this is how I will choose smart boys from all over the country to study. The money I will pay for is as much as I can.
Chapter completed!