In the lobby, there are rows of tables of the same height.
There are a dozen wooden grids lined up on the table, and font blanks of the same size are placed inside.
Wang Jian bent down and looked at it carefully.
In the first stage, Wang Jian asked these craftsmen to make clay movable type printing. The advantages were low cost and easy operation.
After the technology matured, the second stage of improvement began, wooden movable type printing.
"Brother Wang, the current text is not arranged according to the book, but you can demonstrate the printing first to see if it is the effect you want." Ma Zhou said exhaustedly.
Ma Zhou was arranged by Wang Jian to serve as the dean of the Zhenguan Research Institute. He devoted as much energy to movable type printing as Wang Jian did.
Whether it is the placement of master craftsmen or the procurement of materials, he will solve all the tedious matters.
Not only that, Wang Jian also gave him the work of Shao Zhan, plus the work of his subordinates, Ma Zhou was almost exhausted.
"Okay, let's try printing." Wang Jian nodded.
Under the command of Ma Zhou, the master in charge of printing took the fixed plate frame and flattened the words with a flat plate, then brushed ink on the plate shape and covered it with a cut and sized Suitable paper.
The master took out another clean tablet, gently pressed it on the paper for a few seconds, and then picked up the paper.
I saw rows of neat words printed on the paper, and they looked very clear.
"Success!"
Wang Jian clenched his fists excitedly.
Then Wang Jian took the printed paper and looked at it carefully.
"Okay, okay! The printing is great!"
The more Wang Jian looked at it, the more excited he became.
The craftsmanship of these craftsmen is really good. The engraved fonts are of the same size, and the regular fonts look very nice.
Movable type printing came out hundreds of years in advance!
After Wang Jian waited for the ink on the paper to dry, he carefully folded it and said happily to the craftsmen.
"Thank you for your hard work, I will apply for a bonus for you!"
This is Wang Jian's way of doing things. If you do well, you will be rewarded. If you do not, you will be dismissed directly.
"Great!"
"Thank you, Mr. Wang!"
After hearing Wang Jian's words, the group of craftsmen all shouted excitedly, almost It's going to knock the roof off.
Zhan Shifu, Wang Jian’s office.
"Yu Zhan, what happened over there at the institute? How could there be such an excited shout!" Li Chengqian pricked up his ears and asked with some doubts.
After Li Chengqian learned that Wang Jian was promoted to the imperial censor, he went to Shangshu Province toAfter hearing the lawsuit, he rushed over without stopping.
He wanted to congratulate Wang Jian.
Li Chengqian learned from Yu Zhining that Wang Jian was giving instructions at Zhenguan Research Institute at this time, so he stayed here to wait.
"Your Highness, there may be a technological breakthrough at the research institute." Yu Zhining said uncertainly.
Although the Zhenguan Research Institute is located under Zhan Shifu, this department is fully responsible for Wang Jian, and he, the head of Zhan Shifu, has no right to interfere.
"Let's go and take a look." After Li Chengqian finished speaking, he ran out quickly.
Li Chengqian ran all the way into the research institute. When the people inside saw it, they all saluted him.
"See His Highness the Crown Prince."
"No courtesy." Li Chengqian waved his hand, then walked to Wang Jian and asked curiously, "Brother Wang, why are everyone so excited? I'm outside Everyone heard cheers."
Wang Jian handed the printed paper to Li Chengqian and congratulated him.
"Congratulations, Your Highness, the institute has developed movable type printing. The text on this paper was printed using movable type printing."
Hear Wang Jian's explanation , Li Chengqian finally knew what was going on.
He held up the paper and looked at it carefully, and found that the text on it was the same size and very neat and clear.
"Brother Wang, you are so awesome!" Li Chengqian looked at Wang Jian with admiration.
"Your Highness, this is all the work of Ma Zhou and the craftsmen below." Wang Jian waved his hand, then pointed outside and said, "Your Highness, let's go out and chat."
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Returning to Wang Jian’s office, Wang Jian arranged for Ma Zhou.
"Brother Ma, please ask the masters to make more commonly used characters and prepare a few rare characters."
"After Sun Simiao and the others have compiled the medical book, we will start Printing medical books. ”
Sun Simiao and five imperial doctors have almost completed the compilation of medical books.
Moreover, it is only a few days away from mid-August, and the medical school is about to interview students.
"Okay, I'll make arrangements now." Ma Zhou saluted Li Chengqian and Wang Jian and left quickly.
In the lobby, Yu Zhining left with a wink, leaving only Wang Jian and Li Chengqian.
"Brother Wang, congratulations on your promotion to the imperial censor. This is a little thought from me, given to you as a gift."
Li Chengqian took it from the wooden box on the table. He took out a fist-sized jade and handed it to Wang Jian's hand.
This jade was given to Li Chengqian by Emperor Li Yuan when he was born. It cannot be measured by price.
Now Li Chengqian rewarded Wang Jian with jade, which shows that he attaches great importance to Wang Jian.
"Thank you, Your Highness, for the reward!"Wang Jian did not refuse, but took the jade.
After holding it behind me and weighing it for a few times, I found that this jade was quite heavy and could be treasured as a family heirloom.
"Brother Wang, you're welcome. I still need your support." Li Chengqian said happily.
Li Chengqian knew that Wang Jian was not short of money, and was afraid that he would not accept the gift he gave.
"Don't worry, Your Highness, I will fully support you." Wang Jian stood up straight and said with a smile.
During the time when Li Chengqian was hearing the case in Shangshu Province, his performance was getting better and better.
Fang Xuanling praised Li Chengqian more than once, saying bluntly that he has the style of a wise king.
The two chatted for a while. Li Chengqian returned the printed paper to Wang Jian and said with a straight face.
"Brother Wang, it is up to you to report the good news about the advent of movable type printing to my father."
As the prince, Li Chengqian does not need these credits.
On the contrary, as long as the ministers who support him perform meritorious service and are promoted to official positions, his interests will be maximized.
"Okay, without further ado, I will go into the palace to meet the Holy Spirit now." Wang Jian nodded and said, then took the printed paper to see Li Shimin.
Manna Hall.
Li Shimin was in a good mood, humming a tune while reviewing the memorial.
This year, the Eastern Turks were wiped out, a large territory was secured, and the success of high-yielding sweet potatoes was achieved, as well as a bumper grain harvest across the country.
Good news came one after another, making it a pleasure for Li Shimin to review the memorials every day.
"Knock knock knock"
"Your Majesty, the imperial censor, Wang Jian, would like to see you."
Wang De knocked on the door gently and said.
"Xuan!"
Li Shimin said without hesitation.
Wang Aiqing is very busy. If there is no important matter, she will hardly take the initiative to enter the palace.
After a while, Wang Jian held up the printed paper, asked Wang De to present it to Li Shimin, and said loudly.
"Congratulations to Your Majesty, movable type printing has been completed. This is the first version of paper printed."
While Li Shimin was looking at the text on the paper, Wang Jian reported to him the movable type Advantages of Printing, and Current Conditions.
"Wang Aiqing, please take me to take a look." Li Shimin looked at the neat words on it and stood up excitedly and said.
Wang Jian then took Li Shimin to the research institute and asked the master to demonstrate printing on the spot.
Seeing the fonts printed quickly and neatly, Li Shimin smiled from ear to ear.
"Great, Wang Aiqing, I will reward you heavily at the meeting tomorrow!"
"The participating craftsmen will also be rewarded!"