Daming: If I find a great-grandson, I will teach an emperor through the ages

Chapter 154 The power of artillery!Shocked Zhu Yuanzhang!Shocked officials!
at the same time,

In the palace, Nuan Pavilion.

Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Xiongying were finishing reviewing the last memorial.

"Ying'er, are you tired?"

Zhu Yuanzhang rubbed his brows and showed concern for his eldest grandson. Then he picked up the bowl of still hot ginseng tea that the eunuch chief had just presented to him at the desk and handed it to Zhu Xiongying.

"Come on, have a drink."

Zhu Xiongying shook his head,
"Grandpa Huang, I'm not tired."

But seeing Zhu Yuanzhang still maintaining that posture, Zhu Xiongying had no choice but to reach out to pick it up.

at this time,

Suddenly there was a huge roar outside!
"Bang!!"

In this quiet night, this sound is extremely abrupt and obvious, making people feel like a hole has fallen in the sky!
The chief eunuch standing next to Zhu Yuanzhang suddenly heard the huge roar and shuddered.

"Dang bang."

The roar was so loud and so sudden that even Zhu Yuanzhang was startled. With a shake of his hand, the tea bowl fell to the ground, and the tea soaked Zhu Yuanzhang's sleeves.

"Tsk!" Zhu Yuanzhang frowned.

"What's going on? Where did such a big movement come from?"

The chief eunuch quickly fetched Zhu Yuanzhang a piece of casual clothes, and Zhu Xiongying took it and changed it for Zhu Yuanzhang.

"Your Majesty, please be patient. I will go out and take a look."

The head eunuch said something, and then quickly walked out of the room to check.

Under Zhu Xiongying's service, Zhu Yuanzhang changed out of his clothes that were wet with tea.

After a while, the chief eunuch came back.

"Your Majesty, someone just said that they saw a flash of white light and the roar of thunder. It may be a natural phenomenon!"

"A natural phenomenon?" Zhu Yuanzhang looked startled.

Could such a thing really happen?

Since ancient times, legends of natural visions have been common, but as a ruler, Zhu Yuanzhang knew that most of these visions were untrue.

The golden light and silver light filling the sky are pure fiction.

Could it be that he really encountered it today?

Then we have to find out!
"Can you see the direction of the white light? Send someone to check immediately."

The chief eunuch replied: "I heard from the young men waiting outside that the direction is southwest."

When Zhu Yuanzhang heard this, he looked at Zhu Xiongying.

southwest?

Isn't that the direction of the manufacturing bureau?

Calculate the time given by Cao Wei before...

There was a hint of surprise in both of their eyes.

Could it be that...Cao Wei successfully improved the artillery?
Has a new type of artillery been built?

The white light and loud noise just now were the sound of artillery firing?
Thinking about it this way, everything makes sense!
What a vision!
That’s Ming Dynasty’s new artillery!

"It must be Cao Wei, we have to go and see! The artillery can make such a big noise!"

Zhu Yuanzhang said, getting up and walking out.

Zhu Xiongying held him back.
"Grandpa Huang, it's completely dark now. You can't see anything even if you look at it. The wind is high at night. Grandpa Huang, please pay attention to your health and don't get cold."

"If it is true that Duke Zhong Guo built the cannon, there is no need to worry about it for a while. Duke Zhong Guo will definitely report it to the court tomorrow. It will not be too late to take a look at it then."

Zhu Yuanzhang nodded when he heard this, but he still couldn't hide his excitement.

"Well, what Ying'er said makes sense, let's watch it tomorrow, hahahaha."

Not only Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Xiongying in the palace, but almost the entire people in Yingtian Mansion heard this roaring sound just before nightfall, which caused people to jump up and down.

I don’t know how many people are secretly speculating in their hearts...

Silent all night.

the next day.

Cao Wei got up early and had enough rest. He felt refreshed at the moment.

Coupled with the successful improvement of artillery, people are in high spirits during happy events, and Cao Wei is even more energetic.

Even so, Cao Wei did not miss the boxing skills he used to keep fit every day. After a few punches, he had breakfast, put on his court clothes and went out, heading straight to the palace.

When we arrived outside Fengtian Hall, it was not bright yet, and only the faint light from the sky allowed people to see clearly what was in front of them.

Gradually, there were more and more people in front of the hall, and some people began to talk about the loud noise last night.

"There was a thunderbolt from the blue last night, did you hear it?"

"I heard it, I was so scared. I thought the earth dragon turned over..."

"My baby who was less than a month old was also woken up and was struggling for half the night..."

"What is the reason for this..."

"I have lived for so many years and have never encountered one before. It is really strange."

……

Listening to the discussion in his ears, Cao Wei smiled and said nothing.

This feeling of being sober while everyone else is drunk is really comforting.

Cao Wei listened to what officials, big and small, had to say, but they had absolutely no idea that the loud noise was caused by the firing of artillery.

Just when everyone's talk was about to become outrageous, everyone was interrupted by the singing of "Go to court".

The door of the main hall slowly opened, and all the officials who had been freezing outside for a while entered one after another.

Cao Wei followed the crowd into the hall and immediately felt that Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Xiongying, who were sitting high up, were staring directly at him.

It seemed that they had probably guessed it, and Cao Wei couldn't help laughing.

"Welcome to your majesty!" All the officials knelt down and shouted.

"Pingshen, everyone is flat." Zhu Yuanzhang said.

Before everyone could straighten up, Zhu Yuanzhang spoke eagerly:

"Last night, we just finished reviewing the memorial when we suddenly heard a loud noise."

Zhu Yuanzhang raised an arm and said with a half-smile, "That voice shocked us so much! The tea even spilled on his sleeves."

"This loud noise is weird. We don't know the reason. My dears, can anyone give us an answer?"

As he spoke, Zhu Yuanzhang's eyes turned to Cao Wei again, as if waiting for him to stand up.

The officials below began to whisper among themselves again, but no one knew the real situation, and no one stood up to explain Zhu Yuanzhang's doubts.

Old God Cao Wei stood there and grinned at Zhu Yuanzhang, not in any hurry.

But he was not in a hurry, but Zhu Yuanzhang felt as if he was being scratched by a cat's claws.

The new artillery was successfully developed, and he was very eager to take a look.

Being able to make such a loud sound, this improved artillery must be very powerful!

Seeing that Cao Wei didn't come forward, Zhu Yuanzhang had no choice but to look for him himself.

"By the way, we also heard people say that they saw a flash of white light in the southwest, followed by a huge noise."

"This southwest direction is where the Xijiao Manufacturing Bureau is located. Cao Aiqing, what do you know?"

Hearing Zhu Yuanzhang's roll call, Cao Wei had to stand up, cupped his hands and said:
"Returning to your majesty, I am scared. The loud noise last night was indeed caused by me. I just disturbed your majesty. I am afraid that your majesty will blame you, so I dare not stand up and explain."

Suddenly,

All the civil and military officials in the hall turned to look at Cao Wei.

Was Cao Wei responsible for that loud noise?

What on earth could make such a loud noise?

The sound last night was like a hole in the sky!
"Oh? Was it Cao Aiqing?" Zhu Yuanzhang said, shaking his beard.

"This matter can be big or small. Let me tell you the reason. If we are satisfied, we will naturally not punish you." "Thank you, Your Majesty." Cao Wei cupped his hand.

The rest of the people also pricked up their ears, waiting for Cao Wei to speak.

They were also extremely curious about how Cao Wei made such a huge noise.

"Actually... the loud noise last night was caused by the new artillery that I improved. I was so happy that I wanted to test fire it. Unexpectedly, I alarmed Your Majesty. I hope Your Majesty will forgive me."

As he said that, Cao Wei bowed his hands to everyone.

"I just heard that the sound of artillery last night disturbed all of you, sir. I hope you can forgive me."

When the officials heard this, they responded one after another.

"Sir, Mr. Cao, such a trivial matter is not worth mentioning."

"How can Master Cao's improved artillery make such a loud sound? Is it a thunder cannon?" Lan Yu asked aloud.

As soon as these words came out, the whole palace was in an uproar!

Thundercracker!That thing is completely dangerous. Even a normal thunder cannon has the risk of exploding its barrel, let alone improving it, the risk will only be higher!

Seeing that Cao Wei didn't defend himself, someone opened his eyes in disbelief and asked,

"Master Cao, is it true that what you improved is a thunderbolt?"

Cao Wei nodded slightly, and the crowd suddenly became excited and commotion.

"It's really a thunderbolt!"

"No wonder I can hear the sound of gunpowder cannons in the western suburbs during this period, but the sound last night was too loud!" This person lives in the west of Fang City, near the manufacturing bureau.

"Master Cao actually risked his life to improve the thunder cannon. It is really high justice!" Wei Guogong Xu Yungong gave a thumbs up.

"Master Cao gave us another surprise!" Yan Zhen, the minister of the Ministry of Industry, clicked his tongue.

A while ago, the Ministry of Industry was busy with the laying of railways, so he had no extra time to go to the manufacturing bureau. He didn't expect that Cao Wei would make such a big noise again!

"Master Cao successfully improved the Thunderbolt Cannon and was able to survive without any injuries, which is an eye-opener for us!"

……

Cao Wei smiled lightly and responded to everyone with his hands in hand.

Sitting on the dragon chair high up, Zhu Yuanzhang was impatient when he heard Cao Wei's affirmative reply.

"Cough cough!"

Zhu Yuanzhang coughed, making everyone below calm down, and then said:

"Developing new artillery is a great thing for the benefit of the country. In this case, I won't blame you this time."

"But this new artillery has been successfully developed. Cao Aiqing, you can't hide it. You have to show us what Ming Dynasty's new artillery looks like."

Lan Yu below immediately echoed,

"Yes! You have to see it!"

Others also shouted to go see it. The new artillery made too much noise, and they also wanted to see its true appearance.

"How dare I disobey His Majesty's orders? I have arranged everything last night. Your Majesty can just move to the western suburbs."

"Hahahaha," Zhu Yuanzhang waited for this sentence and stood up directly.
"Okay, dear friends, please follow us to the western suburbs immediately to see what Cao Aiqing's new artillery looks like!"

Upon hearing this, the chief eunuch immediately turned around to prepare the carriage frame.

After a quarter of an hour,
Zhu Yuanzhang took the chariot and drove slowly out of the palace. There was a guard of honor in front of him, followed by hundreds of officials behind him, and he headed towards the western suburbs...

At this time, in front of the western suburbs compound.

Song Ping and Zhao Heng, along with three to four hundred people from the manufacturing bureau, were already lined up in order, waiting for the arrival of Zhu Yuanzhang and the Manchu civil and military ministers.

After testing the artillery last night, Cao Wei ordered Wang Hu and the others to make several artillery shells overnight for today's use.

And someone informed Song Ping and Zhao Heng, who arrived at the manufacturing bureau today, that they would bring Zhu Yuanzhang and the others to review the new artillery.

Song Ping and Zhao Heng did not dare to be negligent in the slightest, and immediately arranged for people to wait in the courtyard for the civil and military officials of the court.

Except for the [-] workers in the firearms manufacturing factory, which are too numerous to accommodate, all other craftsmen from the manufacturing bureau are here.

"I'm coming!"

Wang Hu had sharp eyes and immediately saw the team coming this way in the distance.

Song Ping confirmed to Wang Hu, "Are you all ready for what I have told you?"

Wang Hu nodded like a chicken eating rice, "Everything is ready."

……

Zhu Yuanzhang's chariot finally stopped in front of the courtyard. As soon as it got off the carriage, Song Ping and Zhao Heng led hundreds of people to kneel on the ground respectfully and shouted in unison.

"Caomin, see Your Majesty!"

Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Xiongying got off the carriage, stood firm, waved their hands,
"Pingshen, get up quickly."

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

Zhu Yuanzhang looked at the strict discipline of these craftsmen and the uniformity of the team. They were obviously well-trained and nodded with satisfaction.

However, what he cared about most at this time was the new artillery, and he turned to look at Cao Wei.

"Cao Aiqing, quickly pull out the artillery and fire two cannons."

After Cao Wei gave the order, Wang Hu and others ran into the courtyard and pushed the artillery out.

When everyone saw this new artillery, they were all amazed.

The most obvious difference between this new artillery and ordinary artillery is the length of the barrel.

The new artillery is nearly one-third longer than the ordinary artillery, and the caliber of the barrel is also slightly larger, giving people a more majestic and domineering feeling!

In addition, there are some mechanical devices installed at the end of the barrel. It is not clear what they are used for at the moment.

The base under the barrel also has many gears and handles, which look like they are used to adjust the angle.

Such a brand-new, shiny and majestic artillery made everyone feel bright!
"Okay! Okay!" Zhu Yuanzhang couldn't help but nodded.

Cao Wei ordered again,

"Load and fire!"

Wang Hu received the order and took out a cannonball from the wooden box next to him. The person next to him opened the tail of the cannon. Wang Hu stuffed the cannonball inside, put the primer powder bag in the tail, then closed the lid and fastened it.

"ignition!"

The fuse of the cannon was ignited, making a hissing sound.

Everyone watched the fuse being lit up little by little, and their hearts began to rise.

The loud noise last night was still ringing in my ears.

He didn't give everyone time to react at all.

"Oh!"

The muzzle flashed, and the shells flew out like lightning with a sound of breaking through the air!
Everyone stared at the cannonball flying high into the sky without blinking.
further and further,

Then... whereabouts...

The moment the cannonball touches the ground,

"Bang!!"

"boom!"

An earth-shaking loud noise suddenly exploded!

The solid ground that was frozen in the cold wind was like tofu dregs, easily lifted several feet high, which was frightening!

A wave of air spreads rapidly from the center of the distant explosion...

Everyone was shocked by the loud noise, and instinctively reached out to cover their ears. Some people were even frightened by the huge power of the artillery and turned pale!
"Chirp—!"

Affected by the loud noise of the artillery, the horses in front of Zhu Yuanzhang's chariot panicked and suddenly lost control!He suddenly started running wildly with the frame like crazy, and everyone dodged!

Several soldiers immediately chased away, but Zhu Yuanzhang stared intently at a mushroom cloud composed of black and gray gunpowder smoke rising in the sky in the distance.

How spectacular is this!
"This...is this a new type of artillery?"

Not only Zhu Yuanzhang, but everyone present except Wang Hu and the others who met once yesterday were deeply shocked by the magnificent scene in front of them!
Xu Yungong swallowed and said blankly,
"Master Cao is really capable of ingenuity!"

(End of this chapter)