The general's wife is sick

"The grassland people are very powerful?"

"People are strong, and horses run faster than our horses, and they rob when they come, and leave when they are finished. It is very difficult to catch them. Later, when we had more troops here, we locked the gate of the border. Give them a chance to commit crimes."

Ji Liu frowned. The modern closed-door policy brought too much humiliation to the people of the country. He did not agree with this policy, "This is inappropriate. We should find a way to repel them and hurt them, instead of trying to escape here .”

Xiong Jinghai was silent for a moment, "I beat them back, but their horses ran too fast, and they often escaped without a trace. The grassland is too vast, and they often run horses for a day without seeing the end, and there are countless wolves at night. Wandering is dangerous."

"Since you know that the grassland is full of dangers, why did you let Brother Chen lead the team deep into the grassland?"

"We have been exploring the edge of the grassland all year round, but we never know the terrain deep in the grassland, where there are rivers, and where there are tribes. We don't know anything. Let Chen Guan go to let him find out the terrain of the grassland. Over the years, we have stuck to the northwest, because The military strength is insufficient, I have wanted to go deep into the grassland for many years, but I have been repeatedly frustrated, and now the situation is a little better in the past few years, as long as there is a chance, I will let people lead a team to visit."

"I understand." Without asking any further questions, Ji Liu pulled him to sit down at the table. After setting the scene, he changed the subject appropriately and prepared to have a long talk, "What are the current weapons of the soldiers?"

"Spears, bows and arrows, steel knives."

These three are the most common weapons, and they can face the fast horses of nomads. Except for bows and arrows, the other two weapons have little room to play.

Ji Liu motioned Xiong Jinghai to look at the table, "I once read a book that recorded many kinds of weapons. I remember that there was a weapon that was specially used against nomads. Because their horses were tamed from the wild horses on the grassland, So most of the horses we keep in captivity can’t catch up with them, and since we can’t catch up with the books, we don’t chase them.”

During the conversation, Ji Liu's drawing of the horse tripping rope took shape, "This is a weapon called a horse tripping rope. It is buried under the soil. There are no heavy objects around the grassland. If you want to catch someone by surprise, you can grab the two ends of the rope and dig a hole to hide yourself. , When the enemy is coming on horseback, everyone will pull up the tripping rope with all their strength, and if they are unprepared, they will be able to win by surprise!"

The drawing of the tripping rope was put aside, and Ji Liu continued to draw on the second drawing, "Besides, bows and arrows, the bows and arrows I saw on the city wall today are not accurate enough, and the range is short, and the person who uses the bow needs to have excellent skills." Accuracy and strength are too much a test of a soldier's martial arts, but our soldiers' martial arts are uneven, look at this."

A pattern of Liannu was placed in front of Xiong Jinghai, and Ji Liu said, "I have never been on a battlefield, but no matter which book records the battlefield, it is a Shura hell where blood and killing coexist. Kindness to the enemy is cruelty to ourselves. We If we don’t take precautions in advance, then our family members, friends and even ourselves will die.”

With deep and dark eyes, Xiong Jinghai got up and closed the window, and closed the door tightly. Ji Liu stared at him blankly, "What are you doing? I'm telling you something serious!"

He thought that Xiong Jinghai was going to drag him to do something inappropriate for children.

Unexpectedly, after Xiong Jingguan finished the doors and windows, he went straight back to the table. He held two blueprints in his hands, and the edges were wrinkled due to too much force.Realizing that he was too strong, Xiong Jinghai immediately withdrew his strength for fear of breaking the two pieces of paper, but he was really curious and insisted on not letting go. ""

"Go on."

"This is called a Liannu. It can shoot three arrows at a time. This kind of arrow is different from ordinary arrows. It doesn't use..." Ji Liu paused, blinking, he needed to explain the principle of this weapon in plain language. Explain to Xiong Jinghai.

"Its bowstring is extremely powerful, and it can eject the three iron arrows in an instant, so the tail of the iron arrow does not need feathers for balance, and the whole arrow is made of pure iron."

"Liu'er, what book are you reading?"

Xiong Jinghai's heart was turbulent. If such a weapon is used properly on the battlefield, why should they stick to the small town in the northwest?

"Forgot, I was still young at the time, and I only vaguely remember these two things."

Compared to Xiong Jinghai's excitement, Ji Liu was much calmer. He lowered his eyes to cover his emotions.

He is married to Xiong Jinghai, but when it comes to matters that may determine his life or death, he still subconsciously hides himself.

Xiong Jinghai didn't ask any further questions, his eyes were firmly fixed on the two blueprints, "It's okay, it's enough, to deal with those gangsters, these two are enough!"

Ji Liu raised his eyes, "Yuzhou's hemp rope can be taken back, and someone you trust can twist it into strands to make a tripping rope. This thing will be effective if you don't expect it."

"After using it, they will definitely be prepared. If we can't completely annihilate it, then it won't be able to be used in the future?"

"Even if they are prepared, I can still make them come and go." Ji Liu didn't elaborate, but started to explain the Liannu, "Now it's rare to be Liannu, although it is more lethal than bows and arrows, and has a longer range, But the production process is very complicated, it is composed of dozens of parts. But in Yingkou today, let alone one blacksmith shop, even if there are two or three, it may not be possible to make such a bow and crossbow.”

Xiong Jinghai's eyes were burning, "Liu'er must have a solution."

Ji Liu took a deep breath, "I can't help it for now, even if I can call blacksmiths from Zhucheng, the iron here is not free to use."

The management of ironware in the Chang'an Dynasty was very strict. Because the technology of smelting iron was immature, every weapon here had its own number and catalog. Even soldiers who died in battle would be picked up.

Under such a strict weapon management system, even if Ji Liu wanted to make some contribution, he could only sigh with regret.

"No problem, Liu'er can draw a detailed drawing of the structure inside, if it is possible, I will submit a booklet to ask for instructions."

"can!"

"Is it possible to disassemble this crossbow?"

"can!"

Xiong Jinghai personally laid out the paper for Ji Liu, "Liuer, if this is done, you will be the great benefactor of the people in the Northwest. With these, they will not be disturbed by the rogues from now on, and I will definitely drive these people out." !"

"I am well aware of the disadvantages of a poor and weak country. In my... hometown, a great person once said that if you fall behind, you will be beaten. This principle applies everywhere, so we must be strong to protect the dynasty. People, protect your family and friends around you."

Ji Liu used the word hometown, which is his inner nostalgia for the real world, which is his hometown, although he can't go back now.

"I don't have much ability, but I will do my best to protect the people around me, protect you."

The eyes were pure, without a trace of desire. Ji Liu stared at him unblinkingly with such eyes. Xiong Jinghai's chest was filled with warm and silky emotions. This was the first time someone said that he would protect him. , He has always protected others, no one has ever said to protect him, and now the person who said this is his wife.

Hugging Ji Liu into his arms suddenly, "I want to have a child with you, a child with our flesh and blood."

He didn't know what he wanted to say, he held back for a long time and only uttered this sentence, but he didn't think that this problem has always been Ji Liu's heart disease.

A big man is pregnant?

Ji Liu was shocked by this scene for a moment and got goosebumps all over his body. He pushed Xiong Jinghai away. Seeing Xiong Jinghai's shocked expression, Ji Liu said awkwardly, "Let's take a look at this weapon again. From the drawing to the real thing, it seems simple, but in fact it is so simple. Difficult."

Xiong Jinghai thought that he knew that he was a twin and it was not easy to raise an heir, so he immediately regretted what he said impulsively, and immediately changed the subject of Ji Liu, "You are right, this is more important."

The two sat back at the table in embarrassment. Because of the topic of a child, the atmosphere was never silent before.

That night, Ji Liu drew detailed drawings of each part, and Xiong Jinghai sent a small team to escort the drawings to Beijing and at the same time requested to call craftsmen to transport the iron ore.

In the next few days, Ji Liu treated Chen Guan's injuries. After the treatment, he continued to investigate in Yingkou Town as planned, trying to find a breakthrough.

On this day, Ji Liu took Cheng Cheng and Sister Chun back to the yard, only to see a person standing at the door of the room, Ji Liu got off the carriage, and the two looked at each other.

"Young Madam, I'm Dai Mengyun." Wearing a gray gown, Dai Mengyun stood at the gate of the courtyard. There were many messy footprints on the yellow dirt road under his feet. It seemed that he had been waiting for a long time.

Ji Liu saw that he was no more beautiful than ordinary Shuang'er, and his physique was not very strong. Such an ordinary Shuang'er could do such a big thing as a rebellion, "How did you recognize me?"

Dai Mengyun smiled and said, "General Xiong said that the most eye-catching and fairy-like person in the entire Chi Prefecture is the Young Madam.

Ji Liu choked on his words, knowing that Xiong Jinghai was a man, he didn't continue this topic, so he said, "Come in and sit down."

In the small main hall, Cheng served tea for two people, and then retreated to the door.

I only heard Dai Mengyun say, "Originally Dai came earlier than the young lady, so he should have come to visit earlier, but General Xiong didn't let anyone come to disturb the young lady, and now I hope that the young lady is not to be blamed for coming here."

Xiong Jinghai didn't want anyone to disturb him. Others might guess that Ji Liuzhou was tired and needed a rest, but Ji Liu saw the expression on Dai Mengyun's face as if he could see through everything.

But Ji Liu is now the general's wife, and his every move represents Xiong Jinghai's face, especially Dai Mengyun is a twin who once caused troubles. In front of such a person, he must be tough and erect his majesty, so Ji Liu smiled slightly .

"I am weak, and the general sympathized with me and allowed me to rest for a few more days. Liu'er admired Brother Dai's heroic deeds in Yuzhou. Now the emperor let the past go, and arranged an official position for Brother Dai. In the future, I will do my best to help the general." , Never act on your own again, lest you destroy your future.”

"Young Madam is so intelligent and quick-witted, it is really rare." Dai Mengyun no longer pretended, "It is thanks to the General's guarantee that Dai can have today, and the General's kindness will never be forgotten."

He has a clear head and a keen mind, or he talks nonsense when he sees people, and Ji Liu smiles and doesn't answer. This is the kindness between them, and he doesn't want to get involved.

"However... since the Young Madam knows my identity, don't you think I'm getting too big-hearted and recommend yourself as a pillow in the name of repaying your kindness, threatening the Young Madam's status?"

"Brother Dai said so, so I know you can't. Smart people have smart ways of living. But if you have a real idea, go ahead and try it. It's your blessing that the general likes you. I will open the door Welcome you in the door gracefully."

"Young Madam is not only intelligent but also generous. Dai really admires her. Since Young Madam has given Dai some face, Dai will definitely assist the general with all his strength. Please rest assured, Young Madam."

The two chatted for a long time in a cloud of fog, without any actual content, but they both accurately judged from the other's words that the other's scheming was not inferior to their own.

Ji Liu picked up the teacup, Dai Mengyun also saw the person and got the information he wanted, seeing Ji Liu serving tea to see off the guests, he immediately stood up and said goodbye, and Ji Liu sent someone to see the guests off.

Cheng Cheng came in from outside the house with an angry face, "Master, you have a very good temper, what does he mean, that he has unreasonable thoughts about the general?"

Apparently the ingredients were overheard outside the house!

"If he had, he wouldn't say such things in front of me. His thoughts are bottomless."

This is not a compliment, on the contrary, Ji Liu is more worried. In his impression, Xiong Jinghai is the kind of warrior with a simple mind and well-developed limbs. Now he is not sure whether it is good or bad to have such a scheming Shuanger counselor by his side.

"Hmph, the young master still needs to guard against him!"

"Chengcheng, you and Sister Chun go to the study to help me sharpen ink, there is something I need you to do."

Ji Liu arranged his work calmly, the emperor specially allowed him to accompany the army, and traveled long distances to the harsh Northwest, he didn't come here for nothing.These days, he has visited the whole town of Yingkou, and he already knows the general situation and has a plan in mind.

Busy all day, until the sun was setting and the light in the room was a little dim, Cheng Cheng reminded him, "Master, it's time for the general to come back for dinner later."

Putting down the brush, pressing the formed plan on the bottom of the rice paper, shaking his stiff and numb wrist, Ji Liu raised his head, "Let's go to the kitchen."