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The roar of the machines was as pleasant as beautiful music. The combination of the steam engine and the drilling machine was a huge power revolution for the Great Yu Empire, but for Xiao Ming, this was not enough, because a single steam engine driving only one drilling machine was a huge waste of mechanical power. In fact, in the Industrial Revolution, one steam engine was meant to drive multiple machines, which was the true value of the steam engine. And to make one machine drive several lathes…-
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The azure sky was clear, with only a scorching sun remaining, and the infinite sea shimmered with a layer of golden scales. "Farewell, everyone!" Facing Claire, Xiao Ming also waved goodbye. Perhaps he wouldn't come to Ryukyu for a long time, as it was only a small part of his strategy. In the next few years, Ryukyu's existence would only be to provide some raw materials for Qingzhou. After all, the population on Ryukyu Island was too small. The battleship, propelled by the sea breeze, continuously…
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"Hahahaha..." In the government office, Yang Chengye's laughter was unrestrained and filled with excitement. Under Xiao Ming's description, he was full of aspirations for the future, and even his desire to enter the cabinet had decreased. "Your Highness, this official represents the people of Dengzhou to thank Your Highness." Yang Chengye stopped smiling, his expression devout. "There's no need for thanks. I have created the conditions for you, but if you cannot fully utilize them to develop Dengzhou, I…
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Advanced chapter at pateron.com/caleredhair “Is this your white sugar?” “Yes, this is the specialty of Ryukyu Island.” In front of the workshop, Xiao Ming showed a look of surprise, while Claire wore an expression of pride. This white sugar process was the most advanced sugar-making technique in Europe today, something they took great pride in. Xiao Ming frowned deeply. He picked up a handful of white sugar. Overall, the sugar met the white sugar standard; the granules were as fine as sand.…
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From the top floor window of Michira Castle, one can see the entire view of Fort Zeelandia across. At this moment, Xiao Ming and Claire simultaneously looked at the merchant ships shuttling in the port of Fort Zeelandia. These merchant ships came from Manila and, after being loaded with goods, departed again for the Dutch colony of Manila. In Manila, the Dutch trading company would transship the goods back to their home country. Ever since their relationship with the King of Chu deteriorated, and with…
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The sound of the waves was the main tone of the island’s night. After resting one night in Michira Castle, the next day Xiao Ming took the map provided by Claire and began officially taking over Ryukyu main island and Fort Zeelandia. He ordered Luo Xin to lead two thousand soldiers to station at Fort Zeelandia. Xiao Ming and Lu Fei took two thousand men to the sugarcane plantation marked on the map. The remaining soldiers stayed in Michira Castle to defend the castle. “Your Highness, where are you…
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"Fire!" On the wide open plain, the Great Yu Empire’s army and the Wokou soldiers were steadily closing in on each other. Lu Fei’s expression was serious and calm as he commanded the troops to carry out the second round of firing. Once again, the Wokou soldiers in the front line fell, but the ones behind immediately moved up to fill the gaps. At the artillery position, Xiao Ming watched coldly as the Wokou ranks held firm. Now on the vast open ground, the two armies faced off like two vertical…
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Advanced chapter at patreon.com/caleredhair “It’s a pity the cavalry didn’t come this time, otherwise none of these Wokou would have escaped,” Lu Fei said, covered in blood, walking up the high ground. “These Wokou think they can test their skills against this commander. They’re just asking for death.” Saying that, Lu Fei threw three katanas on the ground and continued, “Your Highness, these Wokou katanas are really good. If it were old weapons, they wouldn’t hold up against these…
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"You are all brave samurai, but now is not the time," Sakai said, his eyes burning with fanaticism. However, he understood that war could not be won by courage alone, especially against the Dutch army. He clearly knew that the matchlock musket was no match for the flintlock musket on the battlefield. To win, they had to rely on numbers. But now, with Great Yu soldiers arriving, even that advantage was lost. To increase their chances, he could only hope for more reinforcements. "When will they arrive?" a…
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Advanced chapter at patreon.com/caleredhair Makino Haruaki was leading the musketeer unit advancing toward Michira Castle. The earlier bombardment from the fleet caused some casualties, but those losses were insignificant to him. As long as they captured Ryukyu main island, it would become an unsinkable warship. Compared to that, losing a few warships was nothing. Many years ago, he had suggested to Yamada Nobunaga to take over Ryukyu Island, using it as a base to control the coastal shipping routes of…
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