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Emperor Tianqi was in high spirits along the way, and soon came to a test site, where someone had already prepared it. Looking around, Emperor Tianqi cast his eyes on Xu Guangqi who was on the side, and said with a smile: "Xu Aiqing, It looks like you are well prepared!"

"When the emperor came to the Martial Arts Institute, I naturally dare not slack off. The Martial Arts Institute and the firearms factory cost a lot, and I have to give an account to the emperor. The emperor also needs to give an account to the subjects of Daming! So much money was spent here. , Hundreds of officials are already quite critical, after all, the court is not rich now." Xu Guangqi stood there and said respectfully.

Nodding his head slowly, Emperor Tianqi looked at Xu Guangqi with satisfaction, it was rare for Xu Guangqi to think about himself so much.After pondering for a moment, Emperor Tianqi said with a smile: "Okay, Ai Qing, let me see your improved Fire Dragon Out of Water!"

"Yes, Your Majesty!" Xu Guangqi replied respectfully, then turned his eyes to the person on the side, and ordered: "Let someone carry the things up!"

Naturally, those around did not dare to neglect, not only did Emperor Tianqi come today, but also several military ministers and cabinet scholars.This is the first research result since the establishment of the Wuyan Institute. It has concentrated the most advanced technology of the Ming Dynasty. It can be said to be an epoch-making weapon.

After a short time, the fire dragon was lifted out of the water, and on a huge tripod, a wooden dragon was carved lifelike.Below the faucet, there are four cylindrical gunpowder barrels, each of which is connected with a lead wire, and only one independent lead wire leaks out.The latter lead wire directly leads to the inside of the fire dragon. As for what is inside, it cannot be seen from the outside at all.

Seeing the three fire dragons lying side by side coming out of the water, Emperor Tianqi looked at Xu Guangqi with a smile, and said, "Xu Aiqing, it seems that the three fire dragons coming out of the water are different! It seems that Aiqing has really worked hard!"

"Go back to the emperor. I don't dare to neglect my duties. The Martial Arts Institute has spent so much money. If I don't come up with something, it will be unreasonable!" Although Xu Guangqi spoke very modestly, the color on his face was I can't hide it.

Nodding his head, Emperor Tianqi smiled and said to the people around him: "My dear friends. This is the first achievement produced by the Martial Arts Academy. Today I will take a look with you dear friends! Let you dear friends see my money. Is it worth it, let you see it today!" Then he turned his gaze to Xu Guangqi, and said, "Xu Aiqing, let's start!" [

"Yes, Your Majesty!" Xu Guangqi reached out to take the torch, walked up to a fire dragon, and said solemnly: "My lords, this first fire dragon has not been improved much. However, the gunpowder used by Zhu has been improved. The range and power are not the same, please be careful, my lords!"

Bringing the torch in his hand to Yinxian, a burst of white smoke flashed, and the lead wire continued to burn forward with sparks.boom!With a sound, the fire dragon flew out of the water, and the four gunpowder barrels below were like four aids, and the wooden dragon was thrown out instantly.

Emperor Tianqi stared dumbfounded as the fire dragon flew out of the water.No wonder this thing is called the prototype of the second-stage rocket, it is so powerful.I really didn't expect the Ming Dynasty to be able to come up with such advanced things.Although I have heard of this thing before, I did not expect that the shock brought by seeing it now is far from being as simple as it is recorded in the book.

After flying to the highest point, the four gunpowder barrels slowly extinguished, but flames suddenly spewed out behind the main body of the fire dragon.Then the whole fire dragon exploded, and countless rockets flew out of it, shooting fiercely at the scarecrow target placed on the ground.

soon.The place where it was hit was a sea of ​​flames, and everyone who saw this scene was stunned, it was too powerful.If this shoots into the army formation where thousands of troops gather, it will definitely be a mess!It is definitely better than artillery to stop the cavalry from advancing.

"Xu Aiqing. I know you won't let me down, but I really didn't expect you to have such power. You report the list of meritorious deeds, and I will reward them all!" Emperor Tianqi looked at Xu Guangqi with a smile, in a good mood .

The faces of the ministers on one side were also constantly changing, and they were also very shocked in their hearts, obviously they didn't expect it.Some of them have seen a fire dragon come out of water, but they didn't expect it to have such power.

"Very good, let me see the remaining two!" Emperor Tianqi had an unconcealable joy on his face, staring at the two fire dragons coming out of the water in the distance, and everyone could see the look of anticipation.

At this moment, all the people present became serious, and the senior scholars in the cabinet did not show any contempt, and their eyes were full of prudence.Originally, they were very dissatisfied with Emperor Tianqi's spending of money like this, although most of it was money from Emperor Tianqi's internal treasury.

But now, no one dares to say such a thing. If such ordnance is taken out, the combat effectiveness of the army will definitely increase exponentially.If Jiannu or the Mongolian Tartars could be wiped out, people like myself would definitely be famous in history.

Under the gaze of everyone, Xu Guangqi walked in front of another fire dragon, and said with a smile: "My lords, this water dragon is prepared by the Martial Arts Institute for the navy. It is not gunpowder, but kerosene. It is not sprayed. The ability, the range is relatively short." After speaking, Xu Guangqi lit the fire dragon out of the water.

With a bang, the fire dragon flew out of the water as before, but the speed was indeed slower than before.But this one is different from the previous one, it didn't explode in the air, but pierced towards the wooden warship already placed on the ground.

boom!After a loud noise, a black cloud rose up, followed by flames soaring into the sky.The warship used for the experiment was already covered in flames, bursting into flames.

Everyone can imagine that if this thing explodes on the warship, it will definitely be a nightmare for the warship.Not to mention the power of the explosion, the burning fire alone can be said to be a fatal blow to the wooden warship.If more than a dozen of these things fell on the same warship, the warship would probably be burnt to ashes.

"Master Xu, I really amazed the old man. It is a blessing for the country to have Master Xu in the Ming Dynasty!" Sun Chengzong looked at the burning fire in the distance, with a strong look of joy on his face.Because he has led soldiers and fought in battles, Sun Chengzong has a very deep understanding of tactics, and this thing can definitely be used not only in water warfare. [

"My lord Sun is absurdly praised. This is due to the emperor's kindness. The Martial Arts Institute is united. The trivial work is nothing to worry about!" Xu Guangqi looked at Sun Chengzong modestly. In the Ming Dynasty, Xu Guangqi did not have many people who sincerely respected him. Sun Chengzong was definitely one.

Turning his gaze to Emperor Tianqi, Sun Chengzong said with a smile: "Your Majesty, I feel that this thing can not only be used to equip the navy, but also the army on land. If you take this thing to attack the camp or burn the opponent's food and grass, it will definitely be able to Receive a miraculous effect!"

Several people around could not help but take a deep breath, this Sir Sun is really very happy, thinking of the camp that was in flames, everyone present began to mourn for Jian Nu.It seems that when the whole army is completed, it will be time to completely wipe out the Tartars.

"Xu Aiqing, the Martial Arts Research Institute is stepping up research on these things. In addition, the muskets need to be expanded. Now the annual output is 20 Guangqishi, but the number is only [-], which is too small and cannot meet the demand at all." Emperor Tianqi Frowning, with a bit of thought on his face.

A musket without bullets is a fire stick. This number is absolutely not enough, and Emperor Tianqi just remembered it.

"Your Majesty, I originally wanted to play the show. Do you want to reduce some Guangqi-style production? I am worried that the treasury will not be able to bear it!" Even though he said this, Xu Guangqi knew that the treasury would not be able to spend so much money, so he must still ask Emperor Tianqi to pay for it. .

Shaking his head, Emperor Tianqi said in a deep voice: "Xu Aiqing, let me tell you again, you don't have to worry about money. Even if I sell the Forbidden City, I will definitely give you all the money you need, don't have any scruples. No matter how much it costs, no matter how you do it, I want to build an arsenal that can produce 2000 million rounds a year."

Xu Guangqi was stunned this time, 2000 million rounds, this is not the kind of spherical gun, but the production is much more complicated.But Xu Guangqi is also very clear that Emperor Tianqi said a lot, otherwise [-] broken hair guns would be a joke.

Nodding his head solemnly, Xu Guangqi said loudly: "Don't worry, your majesty, I will definitely finish it, and I will never let your majesty down!"

Emperor Tianqi nodded in satisfaction, and said with a smile: "Okay, I can rest assured that Aiqing will handle things. Now let me see the last red dragon coming out of the water. Since it is placed at the end, it must be the thing that Aiqing is most proud of, right? "

"Your Majesty's Ming Dynasty Qiuhao, I really like this one the most. There is nothing else in it. It's all high-quality granulated gunpowder, which weighs about twenty catties. Xu Guangqi reached out and stroked the wooden fire dragon, his face was full of love, as if looking at his son.

Everyone immediately looked at each other in blank dismay, thinking about twenty catties of granulated gunpowder makes people shudder.If this thing is used for siege, I am afraid few people can stop it.

"Your Majesty has experimented before, and the explosion power of this thing is very powerful, equivalent to the power of five Hongyi cannons hitting one at the same time." Xu Guangqi said with a red face, smiling.

"Quick, give it a try!" Emperor Tianqi rubbed his hands together, and said eagerly, as if he really wanted to try it himself.

Xu Guangqi hurriedly stopped Emperor Tianqi, and said cautiously: "Your Majesty, let's go to a farther place to see it! This thing is so powerful, if there is any mistake, I will die!"

The people around quickly echoed, this thing is really going to explode here, I'm afraid there will be no living things around.

Emperor Tianqi naturally followed his advice and led his fellow ministers to a distant platform.Xu Guangqi also handed over the torch in his hand to a soldier, and he accompanied Emperor Tianqi to the stage. (to be continued...)