Black Corporation: Joseon

Chapter 663

Episode 663: A little seasoning makes it delicious. (4)

The city of Daejeon came to a standstill at the unfamiliar word ‘flying’.

The officers and magistrates stopped typing and looked at the drawing, and the ministers also looked at the drawing with faces full of curiosity.

“You can come closer and take a look.”

“Yes, Your Majesty.”

After receiving permission from the mayor, Jang Yeong-sil stood up and walked to the drawing board.

Jang Yeong-sil carefully examined the drawing drawn by Hyang and asked a question.

“What do you plan to use for the skeleton?”

“I plan to use a mix of iron and wood.”

“Considering the weight, I think we need to make it as thin and light as possible. Suitable steel and wood come to mind. However, even if you use it, considering the weight, it will be difficult to maintain the strength and shape properly… Ah! Are these lines the alternative?”

“exactly.”

“Then wire would be the most likely option.”

“I think the same thing, Jim.”

“You are thinking of turning the pinwheel by manpower, but it seems impossible to control the blade and turn the pinwheel alone. “How about splitting it in two?”

“Is it possible?”

“Your Majesty’s plan is already perfect, so I think we just need to think a little more.”

“I will only believe in the scriptures.”

Hyang smiled brightly at Jang Yeong-sil’s answer, expressing trust.

‘This is why I asked to borrow Jang Yeong-sil!’

* * *

Jang Yeong-sil was the greatest craftsman of Joseon, or even the empire, at the time. His skills, not only in production but also in conception and design, were overwhelming.

This could be seen just by looking at the items he had hidden and then taken away by Hyang and registered in the challenge log – the multi-axis propellers that Wan and the craftsmen were struggling with right now, as well as the many automatic dolls.

The world’s opinion was that the scent was almost unique among those that could be compared to Jang Yeong-sil. And that was limited to conception and design.

“I tell you all, but I’m a liberal arts major! “It’s neither science nor engineering!”

Every time I heard something like this, I was the only person who made this claim. Of course, no one heard his argument.

However, the reason Hyang called Jang Yeong-sil was not just because he wanted his design and production skills.

It was because of the experience he had.

From the time he entered the palace in recognition of his qualifications and later while working in Area 51, he had used all kinds of materials and knew their general properties.

Of course, Hyang noticed this and ordered it to be documented, and related books were created. However, the performance of the documented and biometric databases was different.

Like what just happened.

Through several questions and answers while looking at the drawings, Jang Yeong-sil selected candidates for steel and wood that could be used as materials.

* * *

“Then, I will finish the preparations as quickly as possible and begin execution.”

“I will visit often.”

“I will do my best.”

When Jang Yeong-sil, who had paid homage to Hyang, stepped away, Hyang sat back down in the house.

“Okay then. “Let’s continue what we were doing.”

Kim Jeom carefully asked Hyang what he said.

“Your Majesty, I truly wish you to be honored. “You said it was a flying machine. If you think about it based on the name, is it a flying object?”

“That’s right.”

“We already have an acetabulum and research is in full swing to further improve its performance. Do we need another blade?”

The other ministers also nodded in response to Kim Jeom’s question. Kim continued to point out the problem.

“There is no one who can match the empire’s technology, and even if they do, the empire will continue to be ahead. “I am concerned that it might be too much or too little.”

Hyang nodded at Kim Jeom’s point.

“The captain’s point makes sense. Of course, what the Captain said is right. It is true that few have now caught up to our empire’s technology. Even if we think they’ve caught up, we’re sure to be ahead of them. But this may be a profound illusion.”

Kim Jeom was startled by Hyang’s answer and asked again.

“Are you saying it was an illusion?”

“That’s right. Hmm… How can I say it more correctly….” After

thinking for a moment, Hyang continued speaking again.

“I may not have lived long, but I know that in this world there is not only one path to a destination. No, even if on the outside it seems like there is only one way, if you think about it, there are many cases where you can see another way.”

Hwang Hee immediately responded to the example of incense.

“Are you saying, Your Majesty, that a faster route can be found in another country than the one we are currently leading?”

Hyang nodded at Hwang Hee’s words.

“That’s right. And if something like that happens and it becomes more frequent, our empire will face a major crisis. If we continue on the path we have taken so far, other countries will become more and more ahead, but if we follow other countries’ choices, we will have to change everything we have done so far and suffer great losses. Of course, if necessary, you will have to accept the loss and change, but I think it is best to find various ways in advance, compare them, and move forward without being afraid of change. That’s why I also thought about flying. Now, everyone is only focused on bhikkhu. “I would say it’s the best example.”

The ministers all nodded at Hyang’s words.

“Your Majesty, what you said is truly appropriate.”

“I can’t help but admire your majesty’s simplicity and simplicity.”

“It is indeed so.”

Hyang smiled and waved his hand at the compliments from the ministers.

“I feel very burdened by the excessive praise from the magistrates. ruler! Then let’s get back to work!”

* * *

What Hyang said to the ministers quickly spread among the officials. And discussions took place on this topic among officials.

This was also the case in the signing room. The three people, excluding Seong Sam-moon, who was absent to act as Jinpyeong’s coture, sat around and talked.

“Now that our empire is at the forefront, are there any countries that would think of a different path?”

Han Myeong-hoe immediately responded to Hawiji’s words.

“Why not try harder to find another way? A shortcut. “It’s a shortcut that allows you not only to catch up, but even to surpass you.”

Kwon Ram raised a counterargument to Han Myeong-hoe’s answer.

“Well… will it really be that easy? Wouldn’t it be more profitable to do our best to catch up?”

“Maybe so. But if you do it wrong, you will have the problem of being followed forever. Are there any politicians who like this?”

Kwon Ram and Ha Ji-ji both nodded at Han Myeong-hoe’s words. But the conversation didn’t end there.

“Even so, is there really a need to change ours to follow other countries’ choices?”

Hawiji nodded and added strength to Kwon Ram’s raised issue.

“sympathy. Even if other countries lead the empire in a different way, with the empire’s strength, I don’t think they will fall behind even if they follow the existing path, right?”

Han Myeong-hoe thought for a moment about Kwon Ram and Hawiji’s words and then began to refute them.

“You are plowing the field. As I searched for better hoops to sharpen better, I found farm tools made of iron that would be good for making swords. But suddenly I looked at my neighbor and saw that he was carrying a plow made of poor quality cast iron to the rice fields. Who do you think will plow the field more?”

Kwon Ram immediately answered Han Myeonghoe’s question.

“Of course Soji.”

“What would you do in such a situation? “I guess I’ll have to go into debt to save the cow, right?”

In response to Han Myeong-hoe’s words, Hawiji asked back on Kwon Ram’s behalf.

“Do you think His Majesty was referring to such a situation when he said, ‘We must accept the loss and change it’?”

“That’s what I think.”

“Hmm… I guess so…”

“Is that really so…”

Kwon Ram and Hawiji looked doubtful at Han Myeong-hoe’s answer.

As the three were discussing, they heard Hyang’s voice from behind.

“It’s late at night, what are you discussing so seriously?”

“I come to see your Majesty!”

At the sound of Hyang’s voice, the three people jumped up from their seats and bowed politely.

“Thank you for your hard work.”

After receiving a light bow, Hyang sat down in the seat prepared by the eunuch and opened his mouth.

“okay. “What were you discussing so seriously?”

“Well…”

The trio told Hyang about the discussion they had just had. After hearing the trio’s story, Hyang nodded.

“I think Han Myeonghoe’s example is truly appropriate. “I think that in such a situation, the answer is to save the cow, even if it means taking on debt.”

“yes.”

Kwon Ram and Hawiji nodded and accepted the confirmation.

Looking at the trio like that, Hyang smiled evilly.

“Then I will give you an assignment here. In such a situation, think about what other good plan is out there other than buying a cow, and submit it to Jim. However, something like ‘I will buy a horse instead of a cow’ will not be considered an answer.”

“yes?”

“Jim’s expectations are high.”

The trio’s answer to Hyang’s words was decided.

“I will do my best!”

“I’m not looking forward to it. “Thank you for your hard work.”

“Please rest in peace.”

The three people who saw Hyang off sighed at the same time without anyone saying anything.

“Haa~.”

“Holy shit…”

Meanwhile, Hyang, who had left Seungjeongwon, muttered to herself as she reflected on what had just happened.

‘As expected, even a person with a traitor must have the ability… Han Myeong-hoe is Han Myeong-hoe… Then the answer is fixed. Han Myeong-hoe, you will be pinned next to me until you die.’

* * *

While Hyang was busy with government affairs, he visited Jang Yeong-sil’s workshop whenever he had free time.

Every time the fragrance moved like that, the road from Gyeongbokgung Palace to Area 51 was in chaos, so the fragrance had no choice but to go into hiding.

“Your Majesty’s safety may be in trouble!”

There was a lot of talk in Naegeumwi, but Hyang silenced them with a smile and encouragement.

“I can travel with peace of mind because I have my own money.”

Hearing those words, Naegeumwijang sighed slightly and bowed.

“I will do my best.”

“I’m planning to go out today as well, so please take care of me.”

“… I will prepare.”

After leaving Gangnyeongjeon, Naegeumwijang looked up at the sky and swore.

“Hey!”

* * *

Hyang visited Jang Yeong-sil’s workshop and observed the progress of the work with Jang Yeong-sil.

“As expected, the central skeleton is iron?”

“That’s right. We looked for steel that was tough and elastic and made the framework. Of course, the weight of the iron was an issue, so I tweaked the shape a lot.”

“Right.”

Hyang nodded at Jang Yeong-sil’s explanation.

The frame, which had an ‘I’ cross section like a railroad track for an iron horse, had holes drilled in it to reduce weight.

“The number of holes is large, but after experimenting, I was able to find the right number.”

“is it? It’s amazing too. amazing.”

“That’s too much praise.”

After observing the progress, Hyang looked around the workshop and asked Jang Yeong-sil.

“If there are any shortcomings in the work, please let me know right away. “Let us support you right away.”

“Thank you.”

Hyang, who was visiting Jang Yeong-sil’s workshop while receiving Jang Yeong-sil’s gratitude, noticed something wrapped in a corner and walked towards it.

“What is this?”

“Oh that!”

Even before Jang Yeong-sil finished speaking, Hyang took off the package and looked back at Jang Yeong-sil with surprised eyes.

“Could it be… a propeller?”

“yes. “I heard that young children were making a power engine using a ducted multi-axis propulsion system, so I was thinking about making one.”

“Explain the framework….”

“Yes….”

Jang Yeong-sil explained to Hyang about the framework she had in mind.