Chapter 2: Is This the Ming Dynasty?

The watch only displayed a line of text without making any sound: "In 72 hours, you will be forced to travel"

Speaking without any courtesy, what does it mean to not allow disturbances? Such a simple and civilized phrase as 'please do not disturb' is beyond comprehension. Just as the internal grumbling concluded, the screen lit up again, displaying a line of text: 'It is precisely because one does not know that one must learn'

With a snap of her fingers, the beautiful woman produced a handgun and handed it to Chen Xie, saying: "M-1911A1, caliber 11.43, magazine capacity 8 rounds, with five spare magazines. I must formally inform you that due to your failure to read the travel manual, a penalty procedure has been initiated, reducing the allotted ten spare magazines by half"

In the midst of wandering thoughts, the surroundings changed once again. In front of the window of the small room, a mattress measuring 1.5 meters was piled high with clothes, and a second-hand computer sat on a small folding table. Everything looked so reassuring. The world outside remained unchanged, with the bustling street still illuminated by flashing neon lights. The only difference was a device on his wrist that resembled a Google watch. Chen Xie raised his hand and spoke to the watch: "Hey, how do I contact you later?" The only difference was a device on his wrist that resembled a Google watch. Chen Xie raised his hand and spoke to the watch: "Hey, how do I contact you later?"

Silently, he grabbed the handgun and spare magazine, stuffing them into the package containing the delivery notification. The voice of the combination beauty echoed once more: "The traveler has confirmed the abandonment of the trial use of self-defense firearms, initiating the travel procedure." Chen Xie was filled with anger and shock, raising his head to glare, the world around him pitch black. "You didn't tell me I could trial the firearms!" The voice of despair reverberated through time and space, but unfortunately, there was no audience.

I, Chen Xie, have still decided to relinquish the right to self-justification, as it is entirely futile. This is not difficult to discern; I originally intended to read in the evening, but unexpectedly, with just a casual remark of "ready," I was forced to embark on the journey at www.hetushu.com. The possibility of achieving a mutually friendly wish through communication with this emotionless individual is virtually zero

I have not yet ... ... '' The echoes had not faded, and Chen Xie had already vanished. Once again appearing in that enclosed space, I saw that group of beautiful women again. '' What is it that has not yet happened? It turns out that speaking requires opening one's mouth; how do you find this voice?

Penicillin, terramycin, aspirin, Huoxiang Zhengqi water, alcohol, medical cotton, gauze ... As soon as Chen Xie spoke, people knew he was a clinic operator. Since he was an expert, there was not much room for error in his actions. This business emphasizes long-term considerations. He was received by a middle-aged man, who, upon inquiry, turned out to be the owner here, surnamed Xu. He introduced that the pharmacy primarily focuses on wholesale, with retail as a secondary operation.

Who is Du Niang? How did she become omnipotent? The mechanical voice, which is quite annoying, appeared again. Chen Xie timidly glanced at her and spoke in a low voice: "A search engine." Facing this entity that could destroy itself without uttering a word, he truly lacked the courage to speak loudly.

There is no remedy for regret, so I had no choice but to grit my teeth and ride the electric bike back. As I went upstairs, the landlady, Aunt Liu, appeared again, smiling and asking, "Xiao Chen, are you going on a business trip? Such a large backpack."

Hearing the term "set off," Chen Xie felt a sense of urgency, thinking about how he would continue to live a hard life in a completely unfamiliar era. Having read countless time-travel novels, Chen Xie preferred to read the reviews of those who meticulously researched the subject. The protagonists of these novels are always endowed with a protagonist's halo, but his difficult existence in reality taught him that relying on luck to make others bow down to him was certainly a one-way street. Everything must depend on oneself.

At this moment, the screen lit up again https : / / www.hetushu .com .com , displaying a line of text: I am currently studying the knowledge of this space-time, do not disturb.

Looking at the beautiful woman who knows how to speak, dressed in a Chanel spaghetti strap dress, with a pair of high heels on her feet, standing beside Chen Xie, they are almost of the same height. Her voice is charming, her figure is excellent, but the pressure of this height is quite significant.

Having just received his salary, with a few bills in his pocket, Chen Xie began his preparations. The first items to pack were naturally the essentials for daily living. He went to the supermarket to buy two boxes of instant noodles, and upon seeing compressed biscuits, he decided to purchase thirty packs. Noticing canned tuna priced at eight yuan each, he gritted his teeth and bought thirty cans. With such a pile of items, it was cumbersome to carry, so he bought a large denim backpack, filling it to the brim. However, with so many items, it was quite heavy, and as he exited the supermarket, he regretted buying so much food, realizing it was unnecessary.

The screen flickered briefly, and a beam of light swept across the backpack, displaying a line of text: "I sent some things to the computer, you can check for yourself, the files are on the desktop." When the screen dimmed, the backpack vanished into thin air. Chen Xie was left dumbfounded, and as he glanced at his watch, he swallowed back the curse that was about to escape his lips.

Chen Xie ... ... , it seems this fellow is indeed very honest

Chen Xie, feeling powerless to complain yet unwilling to offend this individual, did not relinquish his right to defend his own interests. In a low voice, lacking confidence, he said: "I have not brought any self-defense weapons, just the kitchen knife in the kitchen"

This is the Ming Dynasty? Chen Xie muttered to himself, as the watch on his wrist vibrated, and the screen lit up, displaying a series of characters: In the seventh year of the Tianqi era (1627), on August 8, Emperor Xizong fell gravely ill and summoned his ministers to the warm pavilion in the western part of the Qianqing Palace, instructing them: "The eunuch Wang Tiqian is diligent, and Wei Zhongxian is loyal. As I approach my end, I summon Prince Xin to discuss future matters." On the 20th and 22nd of the same month, he passed away in the Maode Hall at the age of twenty-three. Wei Zhongxian plotted treachery, whispering to the governor Tian Ergeng, who merely nodded in agreement; meanwhile, the Minister of War Cui Chengxiu feared the emergence of righteous troops and advised against rash actions, which was interpreted as a curse. On the 20th and 22nd of the same month, he passed away in the Maode Hall at the age of twenty-three. Wei Zhongxian plotted treachery, whispering to the governor Tian Ergeng, who merely nodded in agreement; meanwhile, the Minister of War Cui Chengxiu feared the emergence of righteous troops and advised against rash actions, which was interpreted as a curse. Emperor Xizong's will, based on the principle of succession from brother to brother, appointed his fifth brother, Prince Xin Zhu Youjian, to the throne. On October 7, he was posthumously honored as Emperor Zhe. He was given the temple name Xizong and buried in Deling. Emperor Xizong indulged in debauchery, resented admonitions, and favored sycophants, leading to the calamity of eunuchs, which peaked during the Tianqi era. Coupled with increasing border troubles, the state affairs deteriorated severely, and the situation became exceedingly difficult to manage. As historians have said, Emperor Xizong was "inept and cowardly, allowing the eunuchs of the female (Ke) family to usurp power, indiscriminately rewarding and punishing, leading to the tragic fate of loyal officials, causing the populace to become estranged. Even if he wished to avoid destruction, how could it be achieved?" Emperor Xizong indulged in debauchery, resented admonitions, and favored sycophants, leading to the calamity of eunuchs, which peaked during the Tianqi era. Coupled with increasing border troubles, the state affairs deteriorated severely, and the situation became exceedingly difficult to manage. As historians have said, Emperor Xizong was "inept and cowardly, allowing the eunuchs of the female (Ke) family to usurp power, indiscriminately rewarding and punishing, leading to the tragic fate of loyal officials, causing the populace to become estranged. Even if he wished to avoid destruction, how could it be achieved?"

Ah, on a business trip, you are busy. Chen Xie, fearing that she would continue to chatter, hurried upstairs. It seemed that Aunt Liu had successfully collected the rent and left with a cheerful smile. Upon returning to his room, Chen Xie set down his large backpack and began to worry, looking at his watch and saying: "Hey, how much can I bring?"

Upon arriving in a different time and space, one cannot simply rely on the food brought along, for who knows how long this journey will last? Therefore, it is essential to possess a skill for survival. Chen Xie picked up his old profession as a barefoot doctor, rummaging through a corner to find a dusty box marked with a red cross; this was the main equipment for practicing medicine without a license back then. Opening the box, he found a stethoscope, an aluminum case for needles, and tubing for intravenous infusions—all of which had been procured with cost-saving considerations in mind. Disposable items are indeed convenient, but they are too expensive. In the village, when treating patients, who wouldn't try to save costs? Minor ailments are often endured without treatment.

Ming Dynasty, or the late years, damn it, my history grades are terrible! Fortunately, I have the all-powerful Baidu!

Four large cardboard boxes, and both men were sweating profusely after carrying them upstairs, especially the stout Boss Xu, who was drenched in sweat. However, he paid no mind to it at all, happily pedaling his tricycle and humming a tune as he left. Chen Xie once again aligned his watch with the four large boxes and asked, "Can these be taken away"

Having made a business deal worth over 6,000 yuan, Boss Xu appeared to be in a good mood and generously offered to deliver the goods to the door. It was only when he showed up pushing a human-powered tricycle that Chen Xie realized this guy was just as much of a struggling individual as he was. The only difference between them was that Chen Xie was the lowest tier of the struggling class, while Boss Xu, at least, had some assets, placing him in a higher tier of struggle.

Chen Xie believes that the position of his key point determines the situation. He speaks the truth, but it should be reversed: retail should be the main focus, with wholesale as a secondary operation. Over the past six months, he has been frugal, saving up five thousand yuan, which, along with his recent salary, has been used to purchase dozens of commonly used medications and medical supplies. With the spirit of possibly making a profit, he bought a bottle of Viagra. The reason he bought a bottle instead of a box is, of course, because it is a counterfeit product; the genuine article is too expensive for Chen Xie to afford, and anyway, the effects are similar. Over the past six months, he has been frugal, saving up five thousand yuan, which, along with his recent salary, has been used to purchase dozens of commonly used medications and medical supplies. With the spirit of possibly making a profit, he bought a bottle of Viagra. The reason he bought a bottle instead of a box is, of course, because it is a counterfeit product; the genuine article is too expensive for Chen Xie to afford, and anyway, the effects are similar. Deceiving modern people is quite effective, let alone deceiving people from the Ming Dynasty.

"There is one more question, can I not go?" Chen Xie asked hesitantly, receiving a cold response: "Yes! If you refuse, I will initiate the Traveler Destruction Program"

Let us consider the issue of transportation next time. All preparations are complete! Chen Xie muttered to himself, and as soon as his words fell, a powerful force pulled him into a vortex that had appeared out of nowhere

Zhu Youjian, born on December 24, 1610, in the thirty-eighth year of the Wanli era, was the fifth son of Emperor Guangzong and the younger brother of Emperor Xizong. In the second year of the Tianqi era (1622), he was granted the title of Prince of Xin in August, and in the sixth year of Tianqi, he moved to the Xin residence. He was known for his calm demeanor, intelligence, and sensitivity. At that time, Wei Zhongxian held significant power in the government, adept at manipulating political affairs, and Zhu Youjian was skilled at keeping a low profile, which made Wei Zhongxian wary of him and thus he did not dare to act against him. On August 22 of the seventh year of Tianqi, Emperor Xizong, Zhu Youjiao, fell ill and died. On the twenty-fourth, following the last wishes of his predecessor, Zhu Youjian ascended to the throne and issued an edict to the nation, declaring the following year as the first year of the Chongzhen era. This marked the beginning of his reign as Emperor Shizong. At that time, Zhu Youjian was seventeen years old. In September, he posthumously honored his mother, the virtuous Consort Liu, as Empress Dowager and conferred the title of Empress upon Consort Zhou.

Understood, the most famous search engine is Baidu. I must remind you that many of Baidu's historical searches are unreliable. It is advisable to seek out some professional materials for study. However, I see that with only three days, you won't learn much, so it is better to focus on preparing the necessary supplies for your journey

When the light reappeared, Chen Xie found himself standing in an unfamiliar environment. Beneath his feet was a dirt road, wide enough for two vehicles to pass side by side. On either side of the road were fields, where the crops appeared to be in a worrying state, with stunted plants struggling and swaying in the cracked earth. The wheat ears were shriveled, indicating a poor harvest this year. Looking ahead, there seemed to be a village hidden among the trees, and turning back, he could see a city with walls in the distance. The crops in the fields appeared to be in a worrying state, with stunted plants struggling and swaying in the cracked earth. The wheat ears were shriveled, indicating a poor harvest this year. Looking ahead, there seemed to be a village hidden among the trees, and turning back, he could see a city with walls in the distance.

A beam of light enveloped the box, and after a moment of distortion, the box vanished. Chen Xie felt relieved, thinking that with so many items, he would need a tricycle to carry them all when he arrived in the Ming Dynasty, and an electric one was out of the question since there would be no place to charge it. However, looking into his pocket, he found that he had only a few coins left. After a long day, he still had not secured dinner.

Clean the box thoroughly, and the second step of the preparation work has begun. Commonly used medications must be prepared. During the six-month period of practicing medicine without a license, Chen Xie’s main procurement channel was the internet. It seems that time does not permit this now, so he has no choice but to go out and find a pharmacy

There are not many pedestrians on the road, approximately one hundred meters away, a car is parked there, and a few figures are moving about.