sbdcsierra Chapter 517: Emperor Zhou
Chapter 517: Emperor Zhou
In Zhou Jun's tent
An old military doctor is bandaging the wound on Zhou Guoguo's left arm.
Nian Kang, who was standing next to the military doctor, said in surprise: "The people of Chu State can seriously injure the national teacher so far?"
"What a powerful virtuous king, what a domineering Hidden Weapons." Master Zhou Guoguo let out a heavy sigh.
The armor of ordinary soldiers is naturally far less comprehensive than the armor of generals, and Zhou Guoguo's attention was all on the sage king at that time, but he ignored the seemingly harmless junior.
Although the wound was bandaged in time, in the next few months, his arm might not be able to move anymore. Even if the wound healed, it would definitely leave sequelae.
He has all the strength in his hands, and what he needs to play Hidden Weapons is the flexibility of his arms and wrists. Now that he has injured a hand, his strength may be reduced by at least 30%.
Nian Kang asked concerned: "The arm of the national teacher?"
Master Zhou Guoguo waved his uninjured right hand and said, "This is the end of the matter, there is no serious problem."
Nian Kang said: "Dare to ask the national teacher, what is that thing in Chu that can command thunder and fire?"
The national teacher shook his head and said: "It's not a magical thing. A jar is made like a big firework. There are wires on the outside and a lot of black powder inside. It's a pity that the virtuous king finally caught up and fell short."
When Nian Kang heard this, he was pleasantly surprised: "Big fireworks? Then if our army restores them according to the method of making fireworks, wouldn't our army also have this kind of thing that can resist thunder and control fire?"
At this time, because the military doctor on the side used more strength when bandaging, Master Zhou Guoguo couldn't help but twitched his brows. The serious injury didn't feel much at first, but now it hurts more and more every moment.
Master Zhou Guoguo gritted his teeth to suppress the pain, and said: "If you know how to make fireworks, you can make this thing. The Three Kingdoms of the Central Plains used it ten years ago. Although this thing is not a god, it is also a miracle. , You are not invincible. The rest of the army retreated to the border city for the time being and could not stand firm. Since this thing needs to be ignited by flames, it should lose its effectiveness in wind and rain, so you can pay more attention."
Nian Kang had a bitter face when he heard the words, the Chu army could not use this thing of thunder and fire in rainy days, but then again, even if they didn't use it, would the Zhou army be the opponent of the Chu army?
What happened more than ten years ago, forgot? !
If it weren't for the emptiness of Chu State, how could they raise troops at this time?
Originally, they were the ones sending troops, but now they are forced to become the ones defending, but they still have to hide in the city to avoid disaster? !
The last time I was so frustrated was the last time...
Master Zhou Guoguo saw Nian Kang's bitter expression, and said, "Last year, I had a bumper harvest of five grains in Zhou, but Chu was full of disasters. We have a lot of time to waste, and their supply can't keep up."
"The secret agents of the Great Zhou Dynasty have passed back the detailed information on the source of the Chu army's food and grass back to Beijing. Your Majesty and the princes of the temple have analyzed several times and found that the Chu army can only barely fight our Zhou country with all their national strength. Once they fall into a war of attrition, their The food and military pay must not be enough, and they must be the ones who lose."
"You have to lead the army well. The national division will return to the capital and report what it has seen and heard to His Majesty. Please make a decision."
Nian Kang said: "The national teacher is so seriously injured, it is better to rest in the army for a while, and then go back to the capital."
Master Zhou Guoguo waved his hand and said: "No need, this matter cannot be delayed. Besides me, who of you has seen that thunder and fire thing up close?"
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The border between Chu and Zhao
A batch of grain transported from Zhao State to Chu State was taken over by Bingjia of the First Battalion of Chu State and transported to Chu State.
Before the grain delivery team, after the two deacons of the State Chamber of Commerce and several members of the financial department of the State Chamber of Commerce checked it, one of the deacons waved his hand and said, "Let's go! Send this batch of grain and grass to the western border as quickly as possible! "
After finishing speaking, the two deacons got into the carriage.
Under the escort of Zuo Xiaowei, one of the twelve guards in the capital, the convoy embarked on a route already planned by the National Chamber of Commerce, and this route could reach the border at the fastest speed.
In the carriage
Liu Deacon said: "Another batch of grain, how many more batches are there?"
Sun Deacon said: "How much do you care about him? Wouldn't you be happy if there was more food? But with so much food, how much glass did the Dean sell to Zhao Guo?"
Liu Deacon looked at the map in his hand and said, "Hey, look, the road ahead is dense with mountains and forests, so you won't encounter robbers or anything like that?"
Sun Deacon snorted, "Old Liu, look at how courageous you are. We have a battalion of brave cavalry guards to guard us. What are robbers afraid of? I heard that the dean was chasing robbers back then."
Liu Deacon was shocked and said: "The dean is worthy of being the dean, even the way of making a fortune is so... different..."
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Zhou Guo
Morning Dew Hall
Seeing the military situation coming from the frontline battlefield, Zhou Huang's expression suddenly became ugly, and he coughed heavily twice. The servant beside him wanted to help but was swung back by Zhou Huang.
The Crown Prince of Zhou, who was standing by the imperial case with his hands hanging down, also hastily stretched out his hands to help: "Father!"
Zhou Huang waved his hand: "I'm fine, just a little old."
Prince Zhou quickly said: "Father will definitely live forever!"
Emperor Zhou looked at the Crown Prince of the Zhou Kingdom: "If I live forever, are you happy to be the crown prince, or are you unhappy?"
"Longevity father, son... naturally very happy." But even so, Prince Zhou's back was still mostly wet.
Zhou Huang sighed and said: "At the beginning, the ministers strongly recommended me to send troops to Chu, but now I am afraid that I sent the soldiers by mistake."
Prince Zhou immediately said: "Your father was deceived by a traitor, you can't be wrong, my great Zhou soldiers are all brave, father, don't worry!"
Zhou Huang shook his head, sighed and said: "I'm afraid I have to be anxious. Chu State actually has something that can manipulate thunder and fire. I don't know what happened to the national teacher. When I went to the border, did I ever find out the mystery of this thing."
Prince Zhou cupped his hands and said: "Father, my son has recently read some military books and observed the situation in various countries. There is a plan that can help Da Zhou defeat the enemies of Chu, and even expand the territory!"
When Emperor Zhou heard this, he looked at the prince and asked, "What's the plan?"
Prince Zhou said: "Chu and I have already exhausted our national strength in the first battle with us. If another country sends troops to Chu, they will definitely be overwhelmed."
Zhou Huang nodded and said: "That's a good statement, but Zhao State has already been bribed by Chu State, and there are also changes at Zhao State's border. They are still too busy to take care of themselves, how can they spare time to send troops?"
A few gleams of light flashed in the eyes of Prince Zhou, and he said: "Father, besides Zhao, there is another place that can help us defeat the enemy in Dazhou."
Hearing this, Emperor Zhou couldn't help frowning, and asked, "Oh? Where is it?"
Prince Zhou said: "Now that the grassland people who originally had tribal disputes have been gradually unified, this is an opportunity to win them over. If we ally with the grassland at this time and let them send troops to the north of Chu State, and we attack the west of Chu State again, Chu State will surely Unable to deal with it, the army is defeated and the land is lost, and when the time comes to carve up the country of Chu with the grassland, this is a huge profit, and I will definitely open up the border..."
Snapped--
Before Prince Zhou could finish his words, he slapped Prince Zhou on the face, half of his face was swollen immediately, and he said angrily:
"Asshole!"
Although Prince Zhou didn't understand why his father was angry, he immediately knelt on the ground and didn't dare to touch the swollen half of his face, his eyes were full of fear.
Emperor Zhou looked at the prince of Zhou with a gloomy face, and said seriously: "I tell you! Even if my Zhou country is defeated, even if my Zhou country is destroyed, it is still my family's business in the Central Plains! If you dare to introduce foreigners into the Central Plains, I will pick you up first." skin!"