Zhao Yong got up and bowed deeply to the Guanzi, and his tone was firm, "Please help me with my riding and archery skills." ”

Crane Guanzi replied, "Zhao Jun, please sit down and speak." ”

Zhao Yong stretched out his hand and said, "Sir, please." ”

After the crane is seated. Zhao Yongfang sat down and asked, "Sir, where should I start with the implementation of Hufu riding and shooting." ”

"Men on the prairie can't ride horses, and if they don't know how to shoot arrows, they're ridiculed. They also cannot survive in the steppe. The steppe people are good at riding horses and archery because they have practiced since childhood and are forced by life and environment. Zhao Jun wanted to temper an iron horse in a short period of time, far surpassing Beihu. It's a difficult thing to do. Crane Guanzi faintly floated another voice, "Riding and shooting is the strength of the steppe people, and iron riding is their strength to survive lazily." The steppe people advocate force and respect heroes. If the king wants to expand the land of Hu to the north, defeat them, and make them submit to the state of Zhao, he must establish Wuxun. ”

Zhao Yong nodded, "The personality of the Hu people is not easy to tame. Unless, Zhao is superior to them in force. I want to expand the land of Hu to the north and let the Hu people submit to the state of Zhao. First, they must be defeated by force. The second is to influence them with kindness. Only by combining force and kindness can they be convinced. ”

Crane Guanzi's eyes were full of appreciation, "Zhao Jun saw the strengths of Hu Fu riding and shooting, so I will talk about the shortcomings of Hu Ren." The Hu people are not like the people of the Central Plains, they live without a fixed place and live in pursuit of water and grass. They were great at riding and shooting, but their bows were not very good, and their armor was made of wild beasts. The Hu people are good at fighting, but they are not good at defending. This is also the reason why the Hu people coveted the Central Plains, and did not dare to go south to herd horses and occupy the Central Plains. ”

After pondering this sentence, Zhao Yong asked, "What Mr. means is that I want to work bows and arrows and battle armor." ”

"The Zhao State has developed commerce, and the iron-making technology cannot be compared with the princes. When Zhao Guo and Han got married, Han Wangkang asked many skilled craftsmen as dowries. Korea's good bow and strong crossbow are famous all over the world. Zhao Junruo worked the good bow and crossbow and battle armor. Once, Zhao Guo and Hu Ren clashed, they could reduce unnecessary losses. Zhao Guo was also able to shorten the gap with the Hu people. ”

"Sir, I really haven't noticed. The Hu people rode and shot and crowned the world. But the Hu people's armor, bows and arrows were a little worse. Zhao Yong said: "If I target the shortcomings of the Hu people, use them reasonably. According to the characteristics of our country, people can forge excellent armor and good bows and crossbows, and the gap between them and the Hu people can be shortened. ”

Seeing that Zhao Jun understood a little, Que Guanzi nodded and said, "The weakness of the Hu people is that they advocate individuality and heroism. The king of the steppe is the hero among the heroes and the backbone of their spirit. If Zhao Jun wants to become the overlord of the grassland, he must defeat their king. ”

Zhao Yong's expression was quite embarrassed, "The king of the grassland has an iron horse. It's not easy to beat them. ”

Crane Guanzi smiled faintly, "The advantages of the Iron Ride are its strong mobility, high impact, and fast speed. Good at fighting in the plains and in the field. But the discipline of the Hu people was poor. Siege and mountain battles are the weaknesses of the Iron Cavalry. This is also after the Hu people always took advantage of the iron cavalry to invade the borders of Zhao and plunder the people and property. They will quickly return to the steppe without taking the city. ”

When Zhao Yunshu heard this, he felt the same way, pursed his lips and said with a wry smile: "What Mr. said is good. After the Lou annoyed people plundered the property and people in the north of Jinyang, they quickly left. I organized a lot of military forces to round up Lou Annoying, and Lou Annoying had already disappeared without a trace. My army left, and the building was annoying again. Sir didn't know that this was a real headache. ”

Sima Wangzu also said: "The Hu people are like this, they will fight if they win." If you can't win, run. Qin and Yiqu fought for hundreds of years, but they could not solve the border troubles. ”

Zhao Yong replied: "In order to solve the hidden danger of the Hu people, we must temper an iron horse that is even more powerful than them. ”

Crane Guanzi bowed his head and said: "Zhao Jun can't just pay attention to the development of the iron cavalry, but also pay attention to the simultaneous development of chariots and infantry. Siege and defense of the city still need the support of infantry. ”

Zhao Yong thought for a while and replied, "Mr. is right. Vehicles and infantry can be passed down for thousands of years, and there is a reason for it. I will not focus one-sidedly on the development of the Iron Rider and ignore the wisdom left by my ancestors. When I promote hufu, I don't want everyone to wear clothes made from livestock. Instead, the Chinese costume was improved in the style of the Hufu. ”

Que Guanzi said: "Zhao Jun has improved his clothes, but he must also innovate the equipment of riding and archery. If Zhao Jun wants to implement mounted archery, he must first obtain a steady stream of war horses. Secondly, the weapons used in the Central Plains were also not suitable for mounted archery. ”

Zhao Yunshu asked: "What does Mr. mean is that the weapon used by the Hu people is a scimitar, do we also use a scimitar?" ”

Crane Guanzi shook his head and replied, "The people of the Central Plains have a soft spot for long swords. The swords of scholars and princes also became a symbol of status. But the sword does not use the horse to fight. ”

Tu Yi interrupted: "Sir, I think it's good to use a sword. We fought Nakayama with a long sword and didn't think there was anything wrong with using. ”

Zhao Yong said: "Tu Duwei is naturally powerful with a sword. However, in the battle of the house, our knights fought with swords against Nakayama, and the damage to the enemy was not great. Zhongshan used a sword, so that we lost 2,000 knights. If it weren't for my husband, I wouldn't have figured out why. It turns out that the crux of the matter is here. ”

The crane asked, "The long sword is a stab, and the knife is a slash." Fighting the enemy on horseback, do you think it should be a thorn or a slash. ”

Tu Yi gestured a few times, spread his hands and said, "Of course, it is more appropriate to cut." ”

Zhao Yunshu said euphemistically: "Having said that, using a knife will always make people feel uncomfortable. ”

Yu Guanzi had long known that everyone would not accept Hu Ren's scimitar psychologically, and replied: "The length of our sword is reformed according to the long sword. ”

Zhao Yong saw that the other party seemed to be prepared, and hurriedly said, "Sir, how should I change it." ”

Crane Guanzi took off the long sword he was wearing and handed it to Zhao Jun. Mu Jian stepped forward, raised his hands and took the long sword, and presented it to Zhao Jun. Zhao Yong took the long sword, looked at it carefully, and asked, "Sir, I didn't notice any difference. ”

Crane Guanzi said in a gentle tone: "Pull it out." ”

Zhao Yong pulled out the long sword, and at a glance, he found that the long sword in his hand was indeed different, and asked, "Sir, is this the knife?" ”

"I gave it a name, Chu Dao." Que Guanzi motioned for Zhao Yong to pick up the Chu knife and wave it a few times, and asked, "Zhao Jun, how do you feel?" ”

Zhao Yong waved a few times and exclaimed: "The size of the knife is almost the same as the size of the sword. It's just that the blade is cut one, and there is an inclination. Chu Dao, that's a good name. ”

Crane Guanzi said: "It is more appropriate to use a knife for riding and shooting than to use a sword." ”

Zhao Yong looked at the long knife in his hand, waved it a few more times, and exclaimed, "Good knife." ”

Seeing that Zhao Jun liked it from the bottom of his heart, Que Guanzi smiled and said, "This knife will be given to Zhao Jun." ”

"Thank you, sir." Zhao Yong couldn't hold back the excitement in his heart, "With the improved Lianggong crossbow, the iron armor, and the Chu knife." We have a much better chance of fighting the Hu people. ”

Tu Yi asked, "Admiral Jun will give this Chu sword to the iron cavalry soldiers, which is naturally a good thing." But it seems inappropriate for us to call this knife Chu Dao. ”

Que Guanzi also said: "Zhao Jun, Tu Duwei is right. Also ask Zhao Jun to rename this knife. ”

Tu Duwei shouted: "Your Majesty, we will name him Hu Dao." How is it powerful and domineering enough? ”

When everyone heard this, they also nodded. When the Hu people heard these three words, they would be timid.

Zhao Yong shook his head and said, "These three words sound domineering and mighty, but they are not conducive to the unity of Hu and Zhao. It is also not conducive to the integration of Hu and Zhao. ”

Que Guanzi proposed: "Zhao Jun is to give this knife to the warriors of Zhao Kingdom. You might as well name it Zhao Dao. ”

"Okay, let's call it Zhao Dao." Zhao Yong stared at the Zhao knife in his hand, "I want to forge more Zhao knives like this and equip the iron horse." ”

Fei Youtong was silent on the side, and suddenly said: "The king has a good bow and crossbow, a battle armor, and a Zhao sword. You don't ask anything else. ”

Zhao Yong comprehended the meaning of Taifu's words, and arched his hand: "Sir, the matter of the iron riding equipment has been solved." But how to train an iron horseman, please give me advice. ”

Crane Guanzi didn't answer and asked, "How does Zhao Jun want to train the Iron Horse." ”

Zhao Yong replied: "The people of the Central Plains are not good at riding horses, and it naturally takes a lot of time to train iron riders. I want to recruit Hu people and work for me. ”

Zhao Jun's idea really saves a lot of things. There is a hidden danger in this move. ”

"Please sir."

"The Hu people recruited by Zhao Jun, who is temperate."

"Of course, it is to send competent ministers to temper it."

"If this minister sent by Zhao Jun is not recognized by the Hu people. So how to do it. ”

"I haven't thought about it."

"The princes of the Central Plains have always despised the Hu people. Zhao Jun used the Central Plains people to manage the Hu people, and it was naturally a good thing that this person could convince the Hu people. However, this person could not convince the Hu people, and used the methods of the Central Plains to control them. The slightest inappropriateness will arouse the disgust of the Hu people. This contradiction is intensified, and the Hu people will also rebel. If Zhao Jun uses Hu people to control them, it will be like a sharp sword hanging in his heart, which will make many people feel uneasy. There will be many people who will be suspicious, wary, and restrain them. The temperament of the Hu people will not endure this humiliation. ”

Zhao Yong thought for a moment and frowned, "What Mr. said is that this is indeed a tricky matter. What should I do sir. ”

Crane Guanzi said: "The best way is to let Zhao Ren learn to ride and shoot, and Zhao Jun personally controls this army." ”

Zhao Yong pondered for a moment and said: "We are good at chariot warfare and foot combat, but we are not suitable for riding and shooting. ”

"Hu people are not born to ride horses. How dare Zhao Jun arbitrarily say that Zhao people are not suitable for riding and shooting. ”

"What Mr. means is to let Zhao people learn to ride and shoot." Zhao Yong said worriedly: "To learn to ride and shoot, you have to recruit Hu people as generals. We don't understand people, and there will be barriers to communication. There is a fierce conflict between the Zhao and Hu people, how should I deal with it. ”

"Zhao Jun took Hu as an instructor and promoted mounted archery. Then combine the Hu people and the Zhao people, and you can firmly control the iron horse. This method is better than hiring Hu people as iron horsemen. Zhao Jun frowned and said silently, and said, "Zhao Jun, dare to carry out Hufu cavalry shooting." This difficulty should not be a big deal. ”

Zhao Yong said: "The implementation of Hufu riding and archery is full of difficulties. Please come out of the mountain and give me advice. ”

Crane Guanzi laughed and said: "Zhao Jun, I am a person who is idle and wild, and I am used to being free. Zhao Jun's kindness, I understand it. ”

Zhao Yong saw that the other party refused politely, and it was not easy to force him to be reluctant, "Mr. is unwilling to be an official, and I am not good at forcing me to stay." One day when Mr. doesn't like the days of idle clouds and wild cranes, Zhao Guo will definitely open the door of convenience to greet Mr. ”

"Thank you Zhao Jun." Crane Guanzi said again: "In order to alleviate the resistance of Zhao Jun to carry out mounted archery. Today's events, Zhao Jun must not let others know. If you let them know, the strategy of riding and shooting is said by a Chu person. It will add a lot of trouble to Zhao Jun. ”

"Don't worry, sir, we'll keep our mouths shut." Zhao Yong saw that the words had reached this point, and he didn't have the heart to continue talking, "Disturb the Taifu and Mr. for a long time, and leave here." If I have any doubts, I will come back to ask my husband. ”

Tu Yi and the others also saluted in unison: "Farewell." ”

After everyone left, Fei Youtong asked, "My student, do you think you are still satisfied?" ”

Crane Guanzi said: "There is the legacy of its ancestors' reforms. Hufu cavalry shooting will be a work of eternity. Zhao Jun will open up Hudi, revitalize Zhao, and stand among the powerful countries. I can even predict that within a hundred years, the world will win. ”

Fei Youtong smiled: "If you say this, I will be relieved." ”

Leaving the library pavilion, Zhao Yong reformed Hufu cavalry and archery, how to reform. He already had an idea in his mind. Where will Hu Fu cavalry lead Zhao Guo, Zhao Yong already has a clear answer in his heart.

At this moment, it was already dark. Zhao Yong and others went to Congtai Palace to attend the banquet.

During the banquet, Zhao Yong watched the annoying singing and dancing of Lou.

After three rounds of drinking, Zhao Yong said to Lou Chong: "Prince, Lou is tired of riding, are you interested in staying in Handan and helping me train iron horses." ”

Lou Zhong turned the wine cup in his hand and said, "Does Zhao Jun want to learn to ride and shoot well and deal with Lou Fu?" ”

Zhao Yong asked, "The prince is afraid that Zhao Guotie will attack Lou Fu?" ”

Lou Zhong said disdainfully: "My country has not met an opponent on the grassland. ”

Zhao Yong said with a smile: "The prince is not afraid, so he will stay in Handan and help the widow train the iron horse." One day, the widow will lead the iron cavalry to Loufu. ”

Lou Fuying smiled wildly: "It's not impossible to stay in Handan. Helping Zhao Jun train the Iron Rider is not a problem. ”

Zhao Yong knew what Lou Zhong meant, and said with a smile: "The widow will not treat you badly." Treat you with good wine and meat every day, and give you 10,000 gold every month. ”

Lou Zhong said: "Zhao Jun is quick to talk, I promise." ”

"Okay." Zhao Yong said: "The iron horse of the widow will be handed over to the prince." ”

Lou Zhong said: "I will train a powerful iron horse for Zhao Jun." But I have a premise that everything about training is up to me. ”

"No problem." Zhao Yong raised his glass and said, "I am waiting for the prince to take shape for the iron horse trained by the widow." ”