Black Corporation: Joseon - Chapter 294

Episode 294: Different Dreams (1)

There was chaos in Liaodong and chaos in the Japanese Empire, but Joseon was seeking stability.

The war that took place in Liaodong at the beginning of the year ended in a short war across the border under the active command of King Sejong, who declared ‘total war’, and the war that took place in Japan had no effect at all.

However, the government was carefully observing the movements of the Japanese Empire. This was because one of the two superior offices installed in the Japanese Empire was located on the territory of the Ouchi family, and there was a silver mine that was mined in cooperation with the Ouchi family.

“The silver mine must be secured at all costs!”

Kim Jeom, the Minister of Finance and Economy, emphasized the importance of the silver mine as if he was coughing up blood from his throat. Other ministers also nodded at his impassioned speech.

It was a silver mine that had just begun mining, but the ore coming in was unusual.

The silver content was unusual and the amount excavated was significant even though it was not yet on track.

If the Iwami Silver Mine began operating properly, it was certain that Joseon’s economy would take off.

“If the Daenae clan becomes dangerous, I think Joseon will have to take the risk of sending troops!”

“Isn’t that too radical a thought?”

Kim Jeom reacted to his words with excessive ferocity, but Kim Jeom shook his head.

“It’s not extreme!”

Kim Jeom bowed his head to King Sejong and explained the severity of the situation.

“majesty! Now, Joseon is producing more and more equipment, helping the people’s convenience! The problem is that these items all have to be purchased with money, but the ways for the people to make money are limited!”

“Are there limited ways to make money?”

At Kim Jeom’s words, Sejong looked back at the situation with a serious face.

Sejong, who silently organized the memories in his head, had a gloomy look on his face.

“I guess so. “We have increased the number of officials and teachers, but it is not enough to provide positions to all those with academic knowledge, and it is not possible to provide sufficient jobs other than working at construction sites to those who are looking for work other than farming.”

“That’s right. If this is not resolved, it will ultimately not only destabilize the governor but also destabilize the country. Therefore, we need to create various jobs for the people, which consumes a huge amount of wealth. Of course, gold and silver are still being mined here and there, but aren’t they being mined properly?”

King Sejong and the ministers fell silent at Kim Jeom’s point out with an uncomfortable look on their faces.

Through the prospecting conducted so far, a considerable number of gold and silver mines were discovered, many of which were sufficiently profitable.

In particular, gold mines were located in many places across the country, and a huge vein of gold was discovered in Unsan, North Pyongan Province.

But Joseon could not mine it properly. It was because of Myeongguk.

It was a common idea between King Sejong and the ministers that when Joseon became wealthy and strong and called ‘Chingjegeonwon (named Emperor and established the era name)’, it was time to mine the mine.

“That is why Joseon must possess the silver mine of stone vision. “Isn’t it possible with the strength of the Joseon army that punished Lee Man-ju and his concubine Mok-ah?”

Sejong responded to Kim Jeom’s words with a tired face.

“I understand your words well. But let’s not get ahead of ourselves.”

“… yes.”

Although it was resolved like that, King Sejong’s worries did not subside.

This was because when Kim Jeom insisted on mobilizing military means, many of the ministers seemed to agree with his opinion.

“They say sometimes victory is poison…”

The ministers, who had been cautious and worried that the war would escalate when dealing with Lee Man-ju and Muntemu, were now beginning to view the use of force positively.

However, as time passed and news spread that Daenae had won the war, the ‘Joseon army dispatch theory’ sank below the surface.

However, King Sejong was wary of the belligerence of his ministers. This was also the case with scent.

“Why are you so belligerent, not even the Japanese during the Japanese colonial period? “I’ll have to put away my rifle for a while.”

* * *

Hyang decided to postpone weapons development for the time being, but focused on other matters.

“Bring Jang Yeong-sil Jipyeong.”

Arriving at Area 51, Hyang immediately called Jang Yeong-sil.

As the position progressed, Jang Yeong-sil, who had steadily accumulated performance, was promoted to Jipyeong.

After a while, Jang Yeong-sil, who had received a call from Hyang, came into Hyang’s office.

“Did you call me?”

“What is the development status of the weaving machines I mentioned before? How much progress has been made?”

Jang Yeong-sil answered Hyang’s question by bending her waist 90 degrees.

“I’m sorry! There isn’t much progress yet! Please forgive me!”

“are you okay. “I knew very well that it was not an easy task.”

“I apologize.”

“It’s really okay.”

Hyang’s words were sincere.

‘I went through all that trouble when making a weaving machine, so would it be easy to weave cloth in a circular shape?’

After consoling Jang Yeong-sil, who was sweating and groveling, Hyang got to the point.

“So, let’s think about it a little differently.”

“Are you telling me to think differently?”

“Why did I ask you to make a circular weaving loom? “It was because of the sack, right?”

“That’s right.”

“Why did you do that?”

“It’s not easy to sew thick fabric…”

“That’s right.”

Hyang nodded to Jang Yeong-sil’s answer.

If you look at the bags being made now, the women were sewing them one by one by hand. Although it was simple labor, the intensity of labor was never weak. This was because the cloth that made the sack was thick.

Thanks to this, the number of places looking for sacks was increasing, but supply was limited.

“So, the idea is to think differently and create a device that makes sewing easier.”

“Are you talking about something that makes sewing easier?”

“I named it Sewing Machine.”

As Hyang unfolded the blueprint on the desk, Jang Yeong-sil came closer and began to look at the blueprint.

Jang Yeong-sil’s eyes began to shine as she examined the blueprint for each part that makes up the sewing machine.

Hyang, who saw this, smiled in remorse.

‘There are times when that cosplay master comes in handy.’

Hyang (Kim Jin-ho at the time), who practiced virtue in various fields to the extent that he was called a ‘gwangdeok’ in the 21st century, created a network as diverse as the types of virtue he practiced.

One of those connections was a cosplay enthusiast. She, who mainly cosplayed game and animation characters, made her own costumes.

Hyanghyang, who became acquainted with her while making props for her to use in cosplay, looked at the sewing machine she was using and his eyes lit up.

“hey! Jinho Kim! If you disassemble it, it will kill you!”

She, who knew Hyang’s personality well, warned her, and Hyang smiled and answered.

“I don’t really like the latest model.”

“A special guy.”

As much as I like steampunk, my taste in scents was clear.

The ultra-modern sewing machine, which allows you to do all kinds of sewing by just pressing a button or turning a dial, was not my taste.

No, not just sewing machines, but all the machinery he liked had a strong analog scent.

Thanks to that taste, Hyang searched Hwanghak-dong and other antique markets to find an old sewing machine, then disassembled it and looked at the inside.

Hyang was able to find out detailed information about the sewing machine through information obtained through the Internet and the actual product.

Thanks to these memories of the past, Hyang was able to create a pretty good design for a manual sewing machine.

‘It’s pretty good.’ The reason why there was no choice but to add the modifier was that the shape of the sewing machine drawn on the blueprint was quite clunky and large. Although Joseon’s metal processing technology was quite advanced, it still had a long way to go.

“I think it’ll be pretty good.”

Jang Yeong-sil, who saw the incense blueprint, gave a positive evaluation.

“Is that so? So let’s make it. If this sewing machine is made properly, wouldn’t it be helpful not only for making sacks but also for making sails?”

“I guess so.”

Jang Yeong-sil nodded at Hyang’s words.

The cloth used to make sacks is said to be thick and tough, but the cloth used to make sails is even thicker and tougher.

Sewing such thick and tough fabrics to make a large sail was a task that involved hard labor.

Jang Yeong-sil, who was nodding like that, pointed out another problem.

“Even with the weaving machine, we should now concentrate on making wind-up watches…”

“Let’s start with the sewing machine.”

“yes.”

Jang Yeong-sil silently took the blueprints at Hyang’s command.

* * *

After visiting the craftsmen with Jang Yeong-sil and explaining the structure and operating principles of sewing machines, Hyang finished the day’s work and returned to the palace with light steps.

Hyang, who announced that he had returned to find King Sejong and Queen Soheon, returned to the Donggungjeon and visited the Crown Princess and Emperor Yangwon.

“Nothing happened today, right?”

“Yes sir.”

The Crown Princess and Emperor Yangwon, both of whom had now swollen bellies, immediately answered Hyang’s question.

After the Crown Princess and Emperor Yangwen took office, Hyang carefully managed their health. Meticulous attention was paid to not only diet but also light exercise.

The appearance of such incense immediately became a rumor, and Queen Soheon and her concubines, who were full of energy, secretly wanted King Sejong.

* * *

After exchanging well-wishes with the Crown Princess and the Yangwon Emperors, Hyang returned to his room.

Hyang entered the study room connected to the room and cursed softly as he looked at the reports filled on the desk.

“Damn it…”

The reports piled up on the desk were about state affairs.

In the 21st century, even civil servants who had joined the ranks of key central government organizations had to quit due to depression.

To that extent, state affairs or administration was a source of serious stress to the village.

However, as soon as he was reborn and appointed as the crown prince, he purged the senior ministers through various causes and made a great contribution to the gyeongjang started by King Sejong.

This wasn’t done because it smelled good.

For his own safety, the father king had to have strong power. Also, for his virtue, Joseon had to develop.

Hyang worked so hard for this.

The problem was that more and more political burden was being placed on the township through the process. And the resulting stress was significant.

* * *

The next day, after finishing the assembly, Hyang came out with a tired expression on his face and muttered as he headed toward Area 51.

“I may get criticized for saying this, but I hope my son is born….”

“Yes? “What did you say?”

“It’s nothing.”

After giving a short answer to the eunuch, Hyang began to do some calculations in his mind.

‘If you add the history you’ve learned in the 21st century plus the management programs I’ve done so far, you’ll be healthy for at least 20 more years… If the child to be born is a boy, you’ll have definitely established a certain level of foundation by then, right? Then, I will inherit the throne, serve for 3-4 years as a courtesy, and then abdicate… And then I will be staked in Area 51. If you think it’s a bit too much, combine the three children into one, one is King, the other is Do Seung-ji, and the other is… Ah! What if it’s your daughter? No, it doesn’t matter if it’s your daughter? Since women have already begun to enter the market, it will have become somewhat of a daily routine in 20 years. If you think it’s a little lacking, I can beat it a bit and then pass it on.’

While Hyang was writing his own scenario, the Crown Princess and Emperor Yangwon were enjoying a chat at the tea table in front of them.

“oh!”

The three women who were busy talking touched their bellies at the same time.

“Fetal movement?”

“I think the camaraderie between the three children is good as they move together.”

“That’s right. “I’m looking forward to when these children are born.”

The three women were happy as they felt the fetus moving stronger than usual.

* * *

Meanwhile, King Sejong was also making his own calculations.

“Maybe about 10 years?”

“yes?”

“I’m just talking to myself.”

King Sejong, who gave a short answer to the merchant, muttered to himself.

‘There are only a few years left until the end of the gyeongjang…. In about 10 years, most of the trial and error will have been completed. And at that time, all the current ministers who are familiar with the old system will step down and those who are familiar with the new system will fill their positions. Then, after purifying the crown prince or enthroning him, you can focus on reorganizing Joseon in earnest. Just changing the administration doesn’t mean everything will change. And at that time, the crown prince’s children were also 10 years old. If they are the ones who inherited the crown prince’s blood, they will have good qualities, so if you refine them in advance…’

* * *

“Oh my! Fetal movement again?”

“Ho Ho! “These guys seem to think they are talking about themselves!”

Laughter did not leave the mouths of the three women.