Iron Dynasty

A red sun just showed the horizon, and the sound of bells rang suddenly in Chang'an City.

After the three rounds of bells, the Fang Ding of Chang'an City opened the doors of the Minfang one after another. The people began to appear on the streets in the early morning, and at the same time, the smoke slowly floated into the sky.

Yesterday afternoon, Xiao Ming stayed at the Bishui Pavilion until the palace gate was about to close, and Concubine Zhen had to let Xiao Ming leave.

In Chang'an City, Feng Deshui had already prepared an exquisite small courtyard for Xiao Ming to stay temporarily.

After seven days of driving and horses, he was already very tired, and he slept since he came back last night.

His Royal Highness should have breakfast. After a while, it is estimated that it will be time for His Highness to go to court.

After washing up, Lu Luoduan had already brought the breakfast, which was made by the cook from the palace.

With his current status and the current situation of the Great Yu Kingdom, he should always be more careful when he goes out. During his stay in Chang'an, almost half of the people in the palace were brought over to take care of his daily life.

With this outsider, he is always restless.

After breakfast, Xiao Huangmen in the palace arrived. Xiao Ming put on the purple round-neck unicorn official robe belonging to the vassal king, with golden fish charm accessories hanging on his waist, wearing two beads on his forehead, followed by Xiao Ming. Huangmen went to the palace.

Lu Fei and Luo Xin were already waiting for him outside the door.

When they saw Xiao Ming, they bowed.

How does it feel to live in the Jinwuwei camp of the forbidden army? Xiao Ming asked Lu Fei with a smile.

This is the first time Lu Fei has come to Chang'an, and it is the first time he has traveled so far.

Before Lu Fei could speak, Luo Xin laughed, His Royal Highness does not know, Lu Fei kept the knife under the pillow all night. I almost ate the knife when I called him in the morning.

Lu Fei snorted and said, It's always better to be careful when you go out. I also want to be able to mount a horse and come to escort at any time.

Then you are still sleeping so dead.

The two started bickering again.

Xiao Ming shook his head lightly, ignoring the two of them, and looking at the officials on Suzaku Avenue.

The officials of the Great Yu Kingdom basically walked to the court, so in the early morning, officials in court clothes would be seen walking towards the palace in twos and threes.

The three were walking when suddenly a voice called Luoxin came.

Xiao Ming turned around and saw a man in a purple official robe walking towards the three of them.

Seeing this person, Luo Xin shouted excitedly, Dad. This person is Luo Quan.

Xiao Ming also knew Luo Quan. He smiled and said, General Luo, long time no see.

See Your Highness. Luo Quan first greeted Xiao Ming. When Xiao Ming went out just now, he saw the three of them, so he walked a few steps forward to say hello.

Lu Fei learned that the famous Luo Quan was in front of him, and his face was excited. After Luo Quan saluted Xiao Ming, he said, I saw the general in Lu Fei.

After chatting with each other, Luo Quan smiled and said, I've heard that Colonel Lu Fei in Qingzhou is brave and unparalleled. When I see him today, I can see a thing or two in his aura.

The general has won the prize. Lu Fei scratched his ears happily.

Luo Xin said dissatisfiedly: Father, why did you never say that to me?

Hmph, what do you have to say, you are far from Lu Fei, this is in Qingzhou, you should learn a lot from Lu Fei. Luo Quan said sternly.

Hearing this, Lu Fei was even more proud, and threw a provocative look at Luo Xin.

After greeting Lu Fei briefly, Luo Quan walked to Xiao Ming's side and walked towards the palace together.

His Royal Highness, this great victory in Cangzhou is really exciting. This time Your Majesty will reward you for meritorious deeds. Your Highness is just as glorious. Luo Quan said while walking.

This Luo Quan is also the object of Xiao Ming's appeal this time, and he said bluntly: I don't care about the reward for meritorious deeds, it is nothing more than some yellow and white things, I just want this trip to Chang'an to be safe and not to be difficult.

Luo Quan smiled bitterly, His Royal Highness thought too simple, such a great contribution, how could no one make trouble, otherwise His Highness will eclipse other princes, and many people will not be happy.

It seems that the general has already made up his mind about the affairs of the court today. Xiao Ming said meaningfully.

His Royal Highness left Chang'an when he was thirteen years old. I don't know much about the officialdom in Chang'an, but after staying for a long time, the door will be cleared, but Your Highness does not need to worry. This time, the Emperor is facing His Highness. Dismantling the trick is that there is no need to leave any face to those civil servants.

Xiao Ming nodded, Thank you General for reminding me.

After saying this, Luo Quan looked around and whispered to Xiao Ming: His Royal Highness, today's court is not about merits and deeds, but the weapon used by Your Highness in Cangzhou - artillery!

Xiao Ming's expression moved slightly. Ever since the battle in Cangzhou City, he knew that the artillery couldn't hide it.

Although he didn't mention artillery in the newspaper, but from Luo Quan's point of view, the officials in Chang'an were very aware of the power of artillery in this battle.

The news of Chang'an City is really accessible. I didn't expect to know about the artillery so quickly. Xiao Ming said lightly.

Luo Quan smiled and said: His Royal Highness, the news of this artillery piece is tightly sealed in Qingzhou, but Bei Shan will not hide it from His Royal Highness. Now this Shengdu, Bei Shan is making excuses for the failure of the Battle of Cangzhou, and this artillery piece is his. One of the reasons is that this cannon is unparalleled in power, spitting flames and making a sound like thunder.

Hahaha……

Luo Quan's serious look made Xiao Ming suddenly burst into laughter.

With a puzzled look, Luo Quan asked, Why is Your Highness laughing?

Luo Xin interjected: Dad, you don't even think about it, is this possible? What about killing a person in ten steps without leaving a thousand miles away? This Bei Shan is obviously trying to shirk his guilt and is bragging about the power of artillery, but in fact this artillery is just similar to a torch. , but it has a longer range.

Really? Luo Quan was surprised.

Today, in the officialdom of Chang'an, artillery is rumored to be magical, and many generals are looking forward to it. Many people immediately blamed the Cangzhou battle on artillery. It seems that as long as there are artillery, they can kill the barbarians. People turn their backs on horses.

It's exactly what Luo Xin said. Xiao Ming said: The general said so, it seems that the courtiers in the court today will definitely let this king hand over the artillery craftsmanship.

Luo Quan nodded. This time, he didn't say it was the Lord He faction. The main station faction also had the same idea.

The Great Yu Kingdom has been weak for decades. If they can change the weakening situation between the Great Yu Kingdom and the barbarians because of the artillery, they will naturally want to acquire the technology of this artillery.

After pondering for a while, Xiao Ming asked, Does the general think the same way?

Luo Quan said, No, I just want the forbidden army to get the artillery. As for other vassal kings, giving them artillery is tantamount to giving them a sword to kill the royal family.