Shadow of great britain

In the vegetable garden outside the house, Arthur was looking at the pistols placed on the table in front of him in fascination.

As an arms expert and firearms enthusiast, Alexandre Dumas was talking to Arthur about his proud collection.

"The British M1796 Dragoon pistol was the standard secondary weapon equipped by the British heavy cavalry during the Napoleonic Wars. In order to pursue the ultimate power, it used the same caliber ammunition as the Dragoon carbine. But because of this, this gun Accidents such as chamber explosions often occur due to excessive charges. But if you want to pursue the ultimate in destructiveness, then it must be your best choice."

Having said this, Alexandre Dumas suddenly picked up the pistol and put it against his side. He pulled the trigger suddenly and heard a bang. The onions in the vegetable field were instantly smashed to pieces by him.

Seeing this situation, Arthur just shook his head and said: "No, Alexander, this is too violent. And if something like an explosion occurs, I am not mentally prepared to break a few fingers."

Alexandre Dumas was not in a hurry when he heard this, he just played a trick and put it back to its original place.

In a flash, he introduced another pistol next to him: "What about these two? These two were the main equipment of the light cavalry during the Napoleonic Wars.

The gun on the left is a British New World pistol, mainly installed in the British light cavalry. It has a caliber of 0.65 inches, a gun length of 14 inches, a barrel of 8 inches, and a total gun weight of 2.6 pounds. Professionally produced by the Arms Manufacturing Bureau of the British East India Company, it has excellent stability and comes with a rotatable ramrod fixing device.

The one on the right is the light cavalry pistol of the British Royal German Legion. Do you know the British German Legion? This legion was recruited from the Kingdom of Hanover, the common confederacy of the British guys. In addition to the Hanoverians, there were also some mercenaries from the Hesse region of Germany mixed in, and their combat effectiveness was very strong.

From the time this force was raised in 1805 until it was disbanded in 1816, it fought alongside you fellow Brits. Whether you are willing to admit it or not, at least in my view as a Frenchman, the cavalry combat effectiveness of this unit is extremely fierce. It can even be said without mercy that they are far better than the British cavalry.

In the Battle of Garissa Hernandez in the Iberian Peninsula War, the German Legion cavalry commanded by the Duke of Wellington once broke through two French infantry phalanxes from the front. Although they paid great sacrifices, this Success remains extremely rare. Although I am a Frenchman, I still have to pay tribute to their heroic fighting.

At that time, the cavalry of the German Legion were equipped with this pistol with a caliber of 0.66 inches, although I think this pistol is not necessarily better than the New Continental pistol produced by the East India Company. But after all, the performance of this type of pistol is much better than that of the British Guards Cavalry equipped with New World pistols, so if you choose it, you may be able to gain matching strength and courage from it. "

When Arthur heard this, what concerned him most was not the strength of the guns, but the British Royal German Legion mentioned by Alexandre Dumas.

He said: "A regiment composed of Hanoverians and Hessians? In that case, the father of the affairs officer I met at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs may have served in this army. . Hmm... maybe their family immigrated to Britain during the Napoleonic Wars."

Alexandre Dumas shrugged: "Who knows? But after the Battle of Waterloo, the Kingdom of Hanover was rebuilt, so the German Legion was disbanded, and only part of these soldiers and officers were integrated into the standing army of the Kingdom of Hanover, and most of the rest I just took a severance package and went home. It's not a big deal that some people immigrated to Britain because of this. Isn't that the relationship between Germans and English people? Your ancestors all came from the same place, counting back. They may still be relatives after dozens of generations. To put it bluntly, the English only arrived on this island 1,800 years earlier than they did."

At this point, Alexandre Dumas suddenly changed the subject and said: "But, Arthur, which one are you going to choose? You said you wanted to find a weapon that is handy, but I have moved out all the inventory for you."

Arthur just shook his finger slightly when he heard this. He pointed to the pistol placed on the top of the table and said: "The three pistols you showed me are all produced in Britain. If I really want to get one, , I can get it myself. But I have never seen this gun before. Does it work? "

When Alexandre Dumas heard that Arthur actually took a fancy to that one, he was so shocked that he held the gun in his arms as if his wife had been spotted. The fat French man cursed loudly: "Damn it! This gun is showing off." It came out just for you to see, but don’t try to take advantage of it. It was, is and will only belong to me.”

Arthur struck a match and lit the pipe, blew out a smoke ring and said, "What? Is there anything special about it?"

"Special? Of course it is!"

Alexandre Dumas exclaimed: "Do you know what kind of gun this is? This is a French Republic 13th year! Didn't I tell you? During the July Revolution last year, I led people to open the arsenal and took the lead in the attack. After arriving at the Tuileries Palace, I received a special reception from General Lafayette. In order to praise my bravery, he gave me his sidearm, which is the one you see before you.

General Lafayette also said that this gun has accompanied him through countless years since it was produced in 1804. It has witnessed the end of the Republic, the rise of the Empire, the restoration of the monarchy, and now it has experienced the July Revolution. He is already old and can no longer carry this gun. Only a hero like me is worthy of continuing to own it! "

Arthur nodded when he heard this and said: "If you put it that way, then this gun is of great significance. But since you don't want to let me use it, why did you take it out?"

Alexandre Dumas emphasized: "Arthur, can't you use your clever mind? If you find a virtuous and beautiful lady as your lover, will you hide her? Of course you have to take her out! Everyone When I see you can find such a good lover, I will naturally understand your strength. But let you appreciate her, if you have your eye on her, then don't blame me for punching a few holes in your head."

Arthur took a puff of his cigarette and puffed out a puff of white air in front of him: "The metaphor of the French writer is still as wonderful as ever. Alexander, every time, I don't know whether to complain about whether you are influenced by French blood or because of the writer." He was tortured for his identity.”

Alexandre Dumas raised his eyebrows and said, "What's wrong?"

"It's nothing, I just think French people and literary giants are quite similar in some aspects."

"For example?"

Arthur took a puff of cigarette and said, "All in all, these two identities are generally quite sexy."

Dumas heard this and joked: "Arthur, look what you are talking about. You are one of the pillars of our "The Englishman". You don't need to be modest in this regard. Although you may be a little far away from me, you can barely do it." You can touch the threshold of a literary giant. The plot you suggested Charles add at the end of "St. George's Flag Rises" is very touching.

After the depressed Elder saw the light of St. Elmer sent by God, he spent a silent night insomnia.

When he discovered the big shark that attacked the crew, he resolutely chose to jump into the sea and fight the shark. After a tough tug-of-war, he finally defeated the ruthless shark.

Early the next morning, tourists at the Marina Terrace Hotel pointed at the large shark that was tied to the stern of the Beagle and was dragged along, and saw its thick and long white spine and huge dorsal fin.

They all exclaimed: ‘What is that? ’

The waiter in the restaurant said calmly while wiping the plate: 'It's a shark. ’

The lady gently pressed her sunhat and murmured obsessively: 'I didn't know sharks had such a majestic and beautifully shaped tail. ’

The tourists screamed one after another, but at this time Elder was lying face down in the crew lounge of the ship and fell asleep, with Mr. Charles Darwin sitting beside him to guard him.

Suddenly, a faint smile appeared on Elder's face. He held the cross tightly in his hand, and the haze of depression had disappeared.

At this moment, he was dreaming of a lion. "

At this point, Alexandre Dumas couldn't help laughing and walked up and punched Arthur in the chest: "Arthur, you are so damn good! The first time I watched this section, I was laughing while watching it. , my stomach turned with laughter. If I hadn’t known Elder, I probably would have thought he was some kind of American tough guy or a loyal and pious Crusader. But when I taste it carefully, this paragraph is written It really has some charm to it, you see, I can almost recite it now."

Arthur said calmly: "Alexander, you are really exaggerating, just like you adapted Mr. Vidocq's experience in "The Count of Monte Cristo". I only did it in "The Flag of St. George Hoisted". It's just that the image of Elder has been artistically processed in "Start Up". Alexander, you have to know that art comes from life, but it is higher than life."

"Yes, of course I know." Alexandre Dumas laughed with tears in his eyes: "It's just that I think your level of processing is a bit too high, so that it makes me feel that there isn't much life in it, it's all fucking art. ."

Arthur took a puff of his cigarette and said, "Alexander, I don't know for a moment whether you are praising me or derogating me."

Dumas and Arthur hooked up and said: "Don't take it too seriously, man, just think of it as the relationship between France and a literary giant. You are also very coquettish now. For the sake of us being coquettish together, except for that In the 13th year of the French Republic, you can pick one at random and treat it as a gift from me. But then again, didn’t you say you got a revolver before? In that case, why are you looking for me to see the goods? Woolen cloth?"

Arthur said helplessly: "The technology of that revolver is not yet mature, and the failure rate is really high. Although I have urged it several times, this matter cannot be rushed. Mr. Colt is already working hard to improve it. The most important thing is that his gun is just a trial work, and there is no production line in London, so every time he improves it, he needs to find a factory to customize parts separately. After all this time, isn't the time wasted? "

While Alexandre Dumas was playing with his beloved gun, he asked: "But wasn't your duel with François Bertrand a swordsmanship competition? Why did you suddenly get a gun?"

Arthur shook his head and said: "To be precise, the duel between me and him was a combat competition, and it was also an unlimited one. To be honest, I thought it was very polite just to have a gun. I was originally planning to bring one." I’m going to challenge the Dung Fork. But the problem now is that it’s harder to borrow a Dung Fork than I thought, and some guys are really too stingy.”

When Arthur said this, he couldn't help but glance at the red devil riding on the tree.

Agares caught Arthur's eyes keenly, and he cursed angrily: "Arthur, let me emphasize again, my is not a dung fork, but the devil's trident! You ignorant country boy, Do you know the Spear of Longinus that stabbed Jesus? During the Roman Empire, holding the Spear of Longinus meant that you had the power of the empire and could control the destiny of the world. And my trident It's made of the same material as the Spear of Longinus! The only difference between them is that my trident hasn't thirsted for the blood of a prophet of salvation until now! Don't you fucking want me to take it Lend it to you."

When Arthur heard this, he just glanced at the Thirteen Years of the Republic in Alexandre Dumas's hand, and then at the trident held in Agares's arms. Then he shrugged regretfully and said: "It seems that the devil is more possessive than France." People need to be stronger, and maybe at this time, I can really only count on Colt, an American guy."

When Alexandre Dumas heard this, he just said with relief: "Arthur, you have to have confidence in yourself. You are someone who can kill thirteen Barbary pirates on your own. How can Francois Bertrand's swordsmanship be used against you?" Create a threat?"

Arthur shook his head when he heard this and said: "I thought so too, but since I read the book by Master Michael Hunter, my confidence is no longer firm. I am always worried about taking a nap. While fighting, Mr. Bertrand suddenly called dozens of brothers from the audience. Alexander, remember to bring a gun with you on the day you go to the game. If it doesn't work, we will fight them. Since Britain can have a German army, I and I It shouldn’t be a problem for you, a French literary giant, to fight alongside you.”

As soon as Arthur said this, he suddenly saw Disraeli pushing open the fence gate and walking into the vegetable garden while humming a tune.

He glanced at the rows of arms on the table, frowned and asked, "Arthur, have you finally started the business of reselling arms from Scotland Yard?"

Arthur took a puff of his cigarette: "Sorry, Benjamin, I don't have the guts to get involved in the Royal Navy's business just yet. These guns are Alexander's collection. Are you interested in trying two with him?"

Alexandre Dumas also nodded and said in agreement: "Benjamin, believe me, my marksmanship is very accurate."

"Does trying two mean to make me a target?"

Disraeli rolled his eyes: "Alexander, I have dedicated my life to the people of Britain. If you want to try the gun with me, you can consider becoming a British citizen first. I won't joke with you. Having said that, Asia Se, I have something to ask you."

Arthur leaned against the table and asked: "Let me guess, is it related to Mr. Gladstone, the rising star of the Tory Party that you dislike?"

Disraeli pointed at Arthur and smiled: "Arthur, you really understand me. Yes, I just want to show him how awesome I am."

"Powerful?" Alexandre Dumas picked up a pistol and threw it at him: "This gun has the largest caliber, and it is guaranteed to blow his head open with one shot. Do things cleanly. I believe that with Arthur's ability, I can definitely help you win leniency for your exile in Australia.”

Disraeli curled his lips and said: "Alexander, this is Britain. Can you please stop applying your French political logic? I have no intention of killing him. Besides, my marksmanship is not accurate. If Gladstone kills When the firewood lover shows off his mountain axe, I really may not be able to beat him."

Arthur replied: "Then you might consider asking Alexander for special marksmanship training. By the way, if you still can't shoot accurately, you can also ask him to learn how to launch artillery shells. Don't forget, he is He once served as deputy commander of the French artillery."

Alexandre Dumas proudly said: "Yes, whether it is a howitzer, mortar or cannon, I master all their firing techniques. The caliber ranges from 8 pounds, 12 pounds, 24 pounds to 36 pounds, it depends on which one you think is more useful." It went smoothly.”

When Disraeli heard this, he couldn't help but cursed: "Alexander, there is indeed a reason why you are wanted by the French. And you, Arthur, you see what bad ideas you gave me. I said, I I don’t intend to kill Gladstone, I just want to suppress him. This kid has been too arrogant in the party recently, and the limelight he gained should have been mine!”

"Okay, okay, my dear Benjamin, who made you the Prime Minister? I, a little Scotland Yard police officer, can't defeat you."

Arthur asked: "So, where do you want to embarrass Gladstone?"

Disraeli coughed: "Arthur, didn't I mention to you before that Gladstone and I went to Scotland Yard to persuade prostitutes? That, you are closely connected with Miss Fiona in the East End. Really? She should have a lot of professionals in this field under her, right?"

Arthur raised his eyebrows when he heard this: "You mean, you want me to capture all of Fiona's people and let you persuade them?"

"No, no, no, how can this be called arrest?"

Disraeli said with a playful smile: "Be gentle with the ladies, we are just inviting them. And you don't have to invite them all, just a few. Please tell these ladies who are invited, Danglai When Stone comes to persuade, please try to be dismissive. When I come to persuade, I am immediately moved. If you can perform some plots with tears, that would be great!

All in all, it was up to Gladstone and I to compare and contrast. Of course, it is not in vain for me to invite these ladies here. I am willing to pay them a certain amount of remuneration and gratitude. "

When Alexandre Dumas heard this, he just clicked his tongue and said in surprise: "Benjamin, I thought that since I first met you in Hyde Park, your habit of hiring actors has been changed. Why have you relapsed now?"

Disraeli blushed and cursed: "Alexander, this is not about hiring actors, this is politics. Do you understand politics? Deception is also one of the manifestations of politics, and I am also willing to provide remuneration to these ladies. This Isn’t it more comfortable than them earning money outside? It’s just a few tears, the money is already very easy to come by!”

When Arthur heard this, he didn't refute Disraeli's words. He thought about it and suddenly said: "Benjamin, if you really want to put your mind on this matter. I suggest you contact Charles." By the way, he said before that he wanted to set up a Urania House that would specialize in helping ladies who have fallen behind to learn skills. If you can get in touch with him, maybe you can get it into a newspaper."