Steel Dynasty - Chapter 201

[Chapter 201 Argument]

PS: I’ll add an update today, and there will be three more chapters tonight, and I’ll be asking for help.

The golden sunlight shrouded the palace, and the palace seemed to be exuding a strong auspiciousness in the early morning.

Luo Quan’s words made Xiao Ming nodded slightly. He did not agree with handing over the artillery to the Forbidden Army, but agreed with Luo Quan’s distrust of the vassal kings.

This is what a general who is loyal to his country should say, and it is also a reason worthy of his win over.

“I will not give this artillery production technology to anyone.”

Xiao Ming answered Luo Quan’s words in a firm tone.

“Your Highness…you…” Luo Quan looked puzzled, even a little angry. It made sense to say this to other vassal king Xiao Ming, but he really couldn’t understand it to say the same thing to the Imperial Guards who were directly under the royal family. .

Lu Fei breathed a sigh of relief when he heard Xiao Ming’s words from behind. He was really worried that Xiao Ming would agree to it, but Luo Xin seemed to be thinking about something.

Luo Quan’s reaction was expected by Xiao Ming. If he said this later in the court, the reaction of the officials would definitely be greater than his.

But before that, he needed to win Luo Quan’s support for him in the court later.

He explained: “The Great General’s court is no longer the royal court, so how can the Imperial Guard be the Imperial Imperial Guard? The General asked himself, are these Imperial Guards all loyal to the Royal Family?”

Luo Quan was speechless. Silently, he said: “That’s not the case. Many of the generals in the Forbidden Army are noble children from other vassals.”

“In this case, what is the difference between handing over artillery technology to the Forbidden Army and handing over artillery technology to the lords? “

?” Xiao Ming said lightly.

Luo Xin echoed: “Yes, Dad, His Highness is right. This artillery technology fell into the hands of the vassal kings. It is estimated that it is only a matter of time before the barbarians get the artillery technology. At that time, artillery plus barbarian cavalry will be more powerful.” The country of Chongqing will be even more difficult.”

“But are you planning to keep this artillery technology secret?” Luo Quan was still a little unwilling.

The main station faction finally saw that the war against the barbarians would be tilted because of the artillery. Now Xiao Ming wanted to destroy his hope again, which made him feel disappointed.

With a slight laugh, Xiao Ming said: “General, don’t worry, I haven’t finished speaking yet. Whether it is the imperial army or the vassal king in the north to resist the barbarians, what is needed is artillery rather than artillery technology. In order to The artillery will not be stolen by the barbarians. I think it is safer to keep this artillery technology in Qingzhou. As for the artillery, I can sell it to the imperial court and the three northern vassals. This king has already done my best to be benevolent. After all, the artillery is related to Qingzhou. Life and death.”

Luo Quan suddenly breathed a sigh of relief. Xiao Ming at least hadn’t finished the matter yet, so there was some truth in that.

If this artillery technology spreads, it will not be a great benefit, but a great harm. After all, Chang’an is very complicated now.

“Your Highness is a righteous man. I finally misunderstood Your Highness.” Luo Quan said.

“It’s okay. The reason why I told the old general is that I still hope that the old general can explain his power in front of my father in the court. After all, I am weak and I will inevitably be criticized by others if I say it myself.”

“Your Highness, don’t worry. This time in the court, the general will fight hard for His Highness,” Luo Quan said.

In Luo Quan’s opinion, when Xiao Ming said this, he must be preparing to stick to his artillery skills in the court, and he could be a favor by helping him.

Xiao Ming nodded with satisfaction.

As for the artillery, it was impossible for Xiao Ming to keep it to himself after this exposure. He saw this very clearly.

Because even Xiao Wenxuan would not remain calm at this time. He would definitely want to equip an artillery unit to deter the Golden Horde and at the same time have confidence at the negotiating table.

Moreover, this artillery is related to the national justice. Although Xiao Ming has made great contributions, if he makes a mistake in this matter, he will still be reviled by thousands of people, which is very detrimental to the development of his fiefdom.

Therefore, after discussing with Zhan Xingchang, Pang Yukun, Niu Ben and others, Xiao Ming decided not to provide technology, but only to sell artillery. In this way, it would be enough to stop the world from talking.

At the same time, what has been the most profitable thing since ancient times is, of course, selling arms.

After the artillery is sold, the shells and gunpowder attached to the artillery are all consumables, and the subsequent maintenance of the artillery also costs money.

The military workshop is profitable. With money, he can continue to upgrade industrial technology, purchase materials, and develop other weapons and equipment.

Moreover, these northern vassal kings must have scruples about Xiao Ming after buying Xiao Ming’s arms. After all, Xiao Ming was not happy and refused to sell them. They were not crazy. After all, the Forbidden Army at this time must have been equipped with artillery first, which would be a threat to them. Said that this would lead to the military balance being broken.

To put it simply, Xiao Ming had pinched their lives.

However, Xiao Ming is not stupid. He will definitely not sell artillery with the same power. Just like modern arms sales, he will definitely create a foreign trade version of the artillery to ensure his military advantage.

For example, the range of his artillery is three miles, and the range of the artillery sold only needs one or two miles.

When the range and power of his artillery are further improved, he will sell the three-mile ones.

And the continuously upgraded artillery will inevitably lead to a new round of purchases, which will make him a lot of money.

Talking about the issue of artillery along the way, the four of them arrived at Chengqing Hall.

It was not yet time for the court meeting to begin, and the ministers gathered in twos and threes in the Chengqing Hall to talk.

Xiao Ming’s arrival immediately attracted the attention of the ministers, and many generals immediately swarmed over to chat with Xiao Ming.

Xiao Ming didn’t recognize many of the generals here, but he still returned the greetings one by one.

“Good nephew, good nephew!”

When Xiao Ming was chatting with a group of military generals, suddenly a familiar voice came, and then Xiao Ming saw a fat man squeeze in. It was none other than King Wei.

“My dear nephew, I’ve been waiting for you in Chang’an City for a long time.” King Wei came up and patted Xiao Ming’s shoulder vigorously, looking affectionate.

Xiao Ming’s shoulder was so painful when he was patted by King Wei. Xiao Ming was the first to contribute to the great victory in Cangzhou, and King Wei also took advantage of it.

He had already heard from Feng Deshui that King Wei had written to Xiao Wenxuan about the provision of coal, iron, saltpeter and other materials, and there was a strong sense of asking for credit between the lines.

So what King Wei wanted to see most now was Xiao Ming, for fear that Xiao Ming would not cooperate with him in the court.

In fact, he wanted to visit Xiao Ming yesterday, but Xiao Ming was always in the palace. When Xiao Ming came back, Chang’an City had a curfew, so it was inconvenient for him to come out.

“Uncle Three Emperors, if I hadn’t been delayed yesterday, I would have wanted to pay a visit to Uncle Three Emperors. I would like to thank Uncle Three Emperors for his support for this great victory in Cangzhou.” Xiao Ming naturally knew what King Wei was thinking.

After Cangzhou is defended, he will start economic development and develop greatly. This is also necessary to establish friendship with the King of Wei.

Although they hate each other to death, they still need to maintain harmony on the surface. After all, who wants to be at odds with Yinzi?

(End of chapter)