Can I get to the other side?

Crossbow is an indispensable weapon on the battlefield.

It has a higher status than bows and arrows.

Because the crossbow has a string-drawing mechanism and can delay firing, the bow and arrow, which need to be opened and released in one go, are divided into two independent parts: loading and firing.

In this way, the archer does not need to aim at the same time when loading the string. After loading the arrow, he can have time to aim at the target and find the best time to fire, which can greatly improve the hit rate of shooting.

Secondly, the crossbow has a longer range than the bow and arrow. The twelve-stone crossbow in the Warring States Period could shoot six hundred steps, while the ten-stone crossbow commonly used in the army today can reach more than four hundred steps.

Not only that, the crossbow has stronger penetration than the bow and arrow, and because the crossbow and crossbow arrows can be fired with delay, a large number of crossbows loaded with arrows can be fired at the same time, forming dense firepower in a short time.

In addition, the crossbow is easier to use than the bow and arrow. Because it is a direct shooting relationship, aiming and firing are simpler, and ordinary people can master it without or after simple training.

Of course, the crossbow also has its disadvantages, that is, it is more expensive than bows and arrows, and it is more easily damaged, not as convenient and durable as bows and arrows.

The crossbow appeared as early as the Warring States Period, but it could only fire three or four arrows in a row at most. Later, after Zhuge Liang improved the Zhuge Crossbow, it reached the level of ten consecutive shots.

But now... it was actually developed by the Metallurgical Bureau first?

Liu Xie was a little shocked. He reached out and touched the cold and ferocious crossbow bed of the ten-shot crossbow, and then looked at Meng Yang.

"How powerful is this crossbow? Can it really fire ten times?"

The ten-shot crossbow is undoubtedly very scary, which means that it can shoot a dense rain of arrows in a short period of time, causing a large number of casualties to the enemy.

Especially this large bed crossbow, no armor in the world can withstand the arrows it shoots, not even the armor of the heavy armored army.

"Your Majesty, please move to the outside of the palace, and I will show you the power of this ten-shot crossbow."

Meng Yang bowed slightly and wanted to demonstrate it on the spot.

Liu Xie was also very curious about how powerful this ten-round crossbow, which had been lost in later generations, could be, so he agreed to his request.

Soon, he followed Meng Yang to the open space outside the hall.

The ten-round crossbow was also pushed out.

At the same time, dozens of targets were placed four hundred steps away. These targets were all human-shaped, filled with straw inside and covered with heavy armor outside that could only be equipped by heavy armored soldiers.

Meng Yang selected several Tiger Guards to operate the crossbows and turned the fuselage to aim at these targets.

Liu Xie stepped back a few steps and watched their operation under the heavy protection of Gao Lan and others.

"Fire!"

After Meng Yang gave an order, one crossbow arrow after another shot out from the crossbow bed!

"Chi Chi Chi--!!"

The sound of the crossbow arrow breaking through the air and the sound of hitting the target sounded almost at the same time. Everyone only saw a flash of cold light and could not see the trajectory of the arrow at all!

Liu Xie was shocked when he cast his eyes on the target in the distance.

The dozen or so targets that were originally neatly arranged and covered in heavy armor were now in tatters!

Each target had a terrifying big hole on it.

Under the powerful kinetic energy and penetrating power of the crossbow arrows, the heavy armor that was extremely hard and could even withstand the slashing of the Mo Dao was like paper!

The most shocking thing was that after these crossbow arrows shot through the targets, they did not embed into them, but were deeply inserted into the palace wall that was more than a hundred steps away from the targets.

"Too terrible"

Gao Lan looked at this scene blankly, muttered to himself, and couldn't help swallowing his saliva.

After seeing the terrible power of the ten-shot crossbow, he felt his scalp tingling and his whole body cold.

Now he was shooting at the target, but what if it was a human?

He didn't dare to imagine what it would be like on the battlefield. Even the bravest generals couldn't stop such a crossbow arrow!

As long as you prepare enough ten-shot crossbows and shoot one round before the battle, you can cause great damage to the enemy.

If used properly, it can even determine the direction of a war. This is a well-deserved killing weapon!

"Ten-shot crossbow, so terrifying!"

Liu Xie was shocked by the power of the ten-shot crossbow.

Not to mention the others, except Meng Yang who had long understood the power of the ten-shot crossbow, the rest of the soldiers were afraid of its power.

"Your Majesty, the ten-shot crossbow can break five armors within three hundred steps. After three hundred steps, the power will gradually decrease."

"Five hundred steps is the range limit, because the weight of the crossbow arrow is too heavy, and the cost of the ten-shot crossbow is not cheap..."

Meng Yang introduced the limitations and shortcomings of the ten-shot crossbow to Liu Xie.

The advantages of the ten-shot crossbow are obvious, with a powerful penetration that is extremely terrifying; the disadvantage is that the cost is too high, and the range is also reduced a lot compared to the general bed crossbow, but the power is increased.

That is, the range is sacrificed in exchange for a stronger power, and more arrows can be fired. In general, it is most suitable to be used as a killer.

After listening to Meng Yang's introduction of the advantages and disadvantages, Liu Xie nodded and said: "Yes, I am very satisfied with the power of this ten-shot crossbow, you have done a good job."

"You have lived up to my expectations of your smelting bureau."

Of course, he can see the strategic value of the ten-shot crossbow. You must know that this kind of extended-fire weapon is a controlled item even in later generations.

"However, although the power of this ten-shot crossbow is powerful, as a bed crossbow, their portability is somewhat insufficient."

"Can we reduce its size and make it something that soldiers can hold, but still maintain the advantage of continuous fire?"

"The power does not have to be as terrifying as the bed crossbow. It only needs to reach the level of ordinary crossbows, but the key is to be able to fire continuously."

Liu Xie put forward his own ideas.

The ten-shot crossbow developed by the Smelting Bureau is certainly good, but it is a bed crossbow and can only be used for city defense and plain operations. It is too bulky and difficult to move.

What he wants is a repeating crossbow like Zhuge Liannu, which is more powerful than a ten-shot powerful crossbow.

"Reducing the size? Maintaining the advantage of continuous shots?"

Meng Yang couldn't help but be stunned after hearing this. He had never thought of this, so he thought for a moment and said, "I can try it, but I may not be able to succeed."

Liu Xie nodded and said: "Just do your best. I suggest you go to Zhuge Shangshu to discuss it. Zhuge Liang Shangshu is also quite accomplished in the art of government. Maybe you can get inspiration after discussing it."

The manufacturing method of Zhuge Liannu has been lost in later generations, so Liu Xie didn't know what to do.

But it doesn't matter, Zhuge Liang is still there.

Although according to historical records, Zhuge Liang invented the Zhuge Liannu decades later, it may not have been impossible to invent it in advance.

"In addition, these ten-shot continuous crossbows need to be manufactured in large quantities. Make as many as you can. Don't worry about the cost."

"We will go south to hunt down thieves soon. If the army can equip more of these ten-shot crossbows, it will be of great help in the war."

Liu Xie also told him that no matter how high the cost of manufacturing a ten-shot crossbow was, it could not compare with the cost of cultivating a good soldier.

Building more crossbows can reduce casualties and increase the chance of winning the war. It is cost-effective no matter how you look at it. Human lives are always more important than money.

"I obey the order."

Meng Yang respectfully accepted the order and then withdrew.

After he left, Liu Xie went over to observe the scarecrow that was badly damaged by ten consecutive rounds of powerful crossbows. After seeing the shocking large hole above, he asked Gao Lan beside him: "Jingzhi, what do you think of these ten How about a repeating crossbow?"

Gao Lan said solemnly: "Only five hundred battlefield weapons can change the direction of the war."

Liu Xie said with a smile: "So this is why I attach great importance to the Smelting Bureau. You led the troops to fight for a long time on the battlefield to inflict casualties on the enemy and achieve victory. Now you only need five hundred powerful crossbows." Do it.”

"Do you think this is a strange and obscene trick?"

Gao Lan was stunned when he heard this and didn't know how to answer.

Liu Xie just asked casually, and didn't want to ask him to explain the reason. He threw away the crossbow in his hand and ordered: "Show off, Yunhua Palace."

The day before yesterday, I said I was going to see Queen Guo, but I forgot because I was busy with other things. Now that I have some free time, it doesn't hurt to go and visit her.

…

Yunhua Palace.

Queen Guo went to see Queen Fu yesterday, and now she has transformed from a palace maid into a real emperor's concubine.

Queen Fu was surprised when she saw her yesterday. She obviously didn't expect that a palace maid like her would be favored by the emperor.

However, Queen Fu did not embarrass her. After going through the process, she asked her to leave. This was quite beyond Queen Guo's expectation.

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She originally thought that she would be made difficult by Queen Fu.

Because the newly appointed concubine, except those who are related to the queen like Fu Guiren, usually the queen will show off her power when they first meet to show the majesty of the palace.

But Queen Fu was not like that.

It just seemed bland from start to finish.

"It seems that the queen is not a difficult person to get along with, but she just doesn't know what to do with Mr. Zhen."

Queen Guo thought in her mind while reading the book.

Being a concubine is completely different from being a palace maid. The intrigues in the former are far more cruel than those in the latter. Especially for a concubine like her who has no background and low background, she is more likely to be bullied.

She has stayed in the palace for a long time and has a general understanding of the concubines. Among them, Guiren Lu has a better personality and Guiren Zhen is the most favored.

Even though Zhen's rebellion happened a few days ago, Zhen Guiren's status was not shaken, nor did she lose the emperor's favor.

After thinking about it, Queen Guo felt a little headache and wanted to get up to get a cup of tea to drink, but as soon as she raised her hand, a palace maid brought the prepared honey water to her.

"Mother, please."

Queen Guo looked at the honey water in front of her for a moment, then realized that she was no longer a palace maid, but a concubine.

It's just that this identity can't be changed for a while.

"Your Majesty has arrived——"

Just when Queen Guo was about to drink water, the eunuch's sharp singing voice suddenly came from outside the palace, and the maids in the palace immediately knelt down.

Queen Guo also stood up and knelt down to greet her.

Soon, Liu Xie walked into Yunhua Hall.

He first glanced at the environment in Yunhua Palace, then turned his attention to Queen Guo and said, "Get up."

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

Queen Guo was nervous and said respectfully.

Seeing her like this, Liu Xie couldn't help but smile and said, "When you were my maid, you were not nervous when you saw me. Why are you so nervous now that you are a concubine?"

"Could it be that I will eat you?"

Queen Guo's pretty face blushed slightly, she lowered her head and said, "Your Majesty is so powerful that I, my concubines, are extremely frightened."

"hehe."

Liu Xie smiled lightly and didn't take it seriously.

After walking to the soft couch and sitting down, he continued to ask: "Are you used to living in this palace? What else is missing? I will have someone prepare it for you later."

Queen Guo shook her head and said: "Your Majesty, Yunhua Palace is already quite luxurious and there is nothing missing."

"Now your Majesty is preparing to go south to fight the bandits. As a concubine, I should be frugal and do my best to help your Majesty fight the bandits."

On weekdays, she accompanied the emperor in the Xuan Room, came into contact with many important government affairs, and knew the current situation in the world.

So she could better understand the difficulty of the emperor.

Hearing this, Liu Xie's eyes moved slightly, and after looking at Queen Guo deeply, he said: "My beloved concubine is thoughtful."

Queen Guo is worthy of being a famous virtuous queen. This vision and temperament is indeed something that ordinary women do not have. No wonder she is deeply loved by Cao Pi.

But now she is his concubine.

Queen Guo personally went forward to pour a cup of tea for Liu Xie, and then hesitantly said: "Your Majesty, I have an unwelcome request."

Liu Xie took the tea and raised his eyebrows and said: "My beloved concubine, please tell me."

Queen Guo then mustered up the courage to say: "I have nothing to do in this Yunhua Palace all day, so I would like to ask Your Majesty to allow me to return to Xuanshi and continue to serve Your Majesty and share your worries."

She was not used to staying in Yunhua Palace all day reading books and drinking tea. Compared with being a caged golden bird, she hoped to be with the emperor.

That kind of life made her feel most fulfilled.

Queen Guo's request made Liu Xie a little unexpected. After being surprised, he pondered for a moment and said: "Today is different from the past. Now you are a concubine. How can you show up in Xuanshi again? This is not in accordance with the rules."

It's not that he is pedantic, but this is a basic etiquette rule that even he cannot disobey.

Besides, if Queen Guo was really allowed to go to the Xuanshi Hall, the ministers in the court would definitely have objections, and ministers like Zhuge Liang and Jia Xu would not be able to handle government affairs.

"I spoke out of turn."

Queen Guo also understood that her request was a bit excessive, so when she heard Liu Xie's refusal, although she was a little disappointed, she did not continue to insist.

Seeing this, Liu Xie stretched out his hand and took her into his arms, smiling: "My beloved concubine has this heart, ministers have ministers' duties, and concubines have concubines' duties."

"My beloved concubine just needs to do her duties as a concubine."

Queen Guo was slightly stunned, and subconsciously asked: "What are the duties of a concubine?"

Liu Xie did not speak, but just kissed her.

Queen Guo's pretty face instantly blushed to the extreme, but this time she did not avoid it, but responded bravely.

The palace maids in the hall all lowered their heads shyly.

She left Yunhua Hall with a red face.