Compared with the main march of the Song army attacking Liao this time, the strange soldiers sent by Zhao Xiaoxi had already arrived at some important locations. Although Zhao Xiaoxi doesn't know if he can use these strange soldiers, he hopes to be able to take precautions.

Whether it was the demolition team that went to Shuozhou to support, or the artillery team led by Zhao Eighteen in front of them, they all arrived at the local secret camp in advance. Listen to Zhao Hyo-seok's orders at any time and appear when the Song army needs it most.

People are like this, only when they are anxious, they will feel the significance of sending charcoal in the snow. Although Zhao Xiaoxi didn't think about making Zhao Xu feel good about him, he hoped that the two brothers could fight less openly and secretly in major matters.

Since the artillery has been matured and mass-produced, Zhao Xiaoxi will not forget to use it at this time. Even Zhao Xiaoxi knew that in the case of the appearance of artillery, it was no longer useful to hold on to the city.

It is clear that Zhao Xu is the monarch, and the reinforcements sent must also have some weight. Zhao Eighteen, as an old man in the palace, naturally knows Zhao Xu. With him personally in charge of the artillery team, Cho Hyo-seok can also be more assured.

In recent years, some nobles and ministers like to raise some family dead. As for Wang Hou, most of the people who can be used as personal guards are under the heart and abdomen, and they are also dead soldiers who can be willing to sacrifice for Wang Hou.

To be given a national surname is also a great honor for these guards of the dead. Of course, the main thing is that most of these guards are loyal to one master, and even the emperor can't force them.

It's just that when facing the emperor, these veterans from the palace also know to give Emperor Zhao Xu respect. Available in the revolt. When the emperor fought with the loyal prince, they often remained loyal to the king, even if it cost them their lives.

looked at this subordinate of Zhao Xiaoxi, who was neither humble nor arrogant. Zhao Xu was also very curious: "General Zhao, this time Qiongzhou Wang Pel is waiting for him, is there a way to break through this Yingzhou City?" Also, what's on this car? ”

Looking at the things that were placed in the camp tent and closely guarded by the cavalry of the Fengzi battalion. As the emperor, Zhao Xu was also very curious about what new things this cousin had made. It can help the army to successfully take Yingzhou City.

Facing Zhao Xu's inquiry, Zhao Eighteen quickly said: "Back to the emperor, this car is loaded with weapons used by the last general. Last time, the prince was able to take the Li Dynasty so smoothly. A large part of the offensive effort was due to the emergence of these weapons.

It's just that what the last general and others can do is to maximize the chance for the army to break the city. Moreover, the last general and others are not suitable for close combat. Only suitable for attacking enemies from a distance. Please forgive the emperor for this!

In addition, when the prince sent the last general. also deliberately asked the last general to bring something to the emperor. I hope that the emperor can better sit in the army and watch our army attack and plunder the enemy city. Come, bring up the things that the prince has prepared. ”

Zhao Xu, who was a little curious, soon saw that among the hundred people. Two of them soon came to a carriage wrapped in tarpaulin. took out a long box wrapped in yellow cloth from above, and respectfully brought it over and handed it to Zhao Shiba.

Looking at this rectangular wooden box, Zhao Shibai said very respectfully: "Your Majesty." This is the order of the prince, let the last general personally hand over the thousand miles of the realm to the emperor. With this mirror. Even if the emperor is in a big camp, he can see the battle scene between the two armies at the head of the city. ”

As he spoke, Zhao 18 took apart the yellow cloth and opened the wooden box. A straight-barreled thing that appeared to be wrapped in gold, but appeared in front of the person's eyes. The fact that it is made of gold alone is a testament to its value.

Looking at the things handed to him, Zhao Xu also said with a little interest: "Clairvoyant, is it really possible to see things thousands of miles away." However, the workmanship of this thing is exquisite, and it seems that the king of Qiongzhou really has a heart. ”

Reaching out and taking out the contents of the box, under Zhao Shiba's explanation, Zhao Xu found that this tube could still be contracted. I tried it twice with a little interest, and then put it on my eyes and looked at Yingzhou City opposite.

When he felt that the Liao soldiers and generals on the city could see their clothes clearly. I also sighed that this kind of thing is indeed a very rare military holy relic for generals who march and fight.

Zhao Xu, who knew how to make the best use of things, saw that Zhang Dian was also interested, and immediately smiled and said: "Zhang Aiqing, you can also take a look, this thing is indeed wonderful." When marching and fighting in the future, the generals will be able to discover the enemy's layout in advance if they have this thing. ”

After Zhang Dian thanked him, he also took it and tasted it. Nature soon discovered the wonder of this thing. Despite what it looks like, there are only a few transparent mirrors. But it can bring such an effect, it is indeed magical!

At this moment, Zhao Eighteen also said in a timely manner: "This thing is specially dedicated to the emperor by the prince, and it is also the only dragon pattern clairvoyant mirror carefully made by craftsmen." If Master Zhang likes it, there are a few simple ones in the last general's team. ”

As he spoke, he waved his hand to the guards behind him, and brought a few more monoculars that looked like brass were not retractable. Zhao 18 also borrowed flowers to offer Buddha and gave two Zhangdun bodies. As for how to distribute it, that's a matter for Zhangdun.

After seeing Zhao Xiaoxi's gift, Zhao Xu was even more interested in what was on this car. When Zhao Xu saw that the oilcloth quilt was lifted, there was a huge brass tube on it, and he was also very curious about what it was.

Of course, for those present, how much copper does this kind of thing cost? For the soldiers present, they were more concerned about how many copper coins could be exchanged for after the steel pipe was melted?

Facing Zhao Xu's inquiry, Zhao Shibai said very seriously: "Your Majesty, this thing is a copper cannon that the prince invited skilled craftsmen to develop, and it took nearly three years to successfully develop. As for its power, the emperor will know it tomorrow.

Under the attack of this thing, no expert can stop its power. This thing, for the defenders who are entrenched in the city, will be a nightmarish existence. It's just that it's relatively bulky and cumbersome to move.

If the emperor decides to attack the city tomorrow, this thing can help the emperor break through the city gate. It's just that after the city gate is opened, how to clear the enemy soldiers in the city depends on the ability of the main force of the army. This thing is only suitable for long-range attacks and deterrence of the enemy. ”

Hearing Zhao Eighteen's opinion, Zhao Xu also said tolerantly: "Okay, since this thing will help break the city, then I will wait and see tomorrow." Zhang Aiqing, General Zhang, tomorrow's war, it will be hard for the two of you. ”

'Dare not obey! ’

The two generals, one on the left and one on the right, quickly surrendered their orders. And seeing that the sky was already dark, Zhao Xu also knew that this was the surprise soldier of the army. Unable to let the Liao army know, he ordered Wang Zishu to entertain these reinforcements.

For Zhao Xu, he doesn't care about these things, how powerful they are. He just needs to know that these things were sent to him by Zhao Xiaoxi to support him. At least in major matters, Zhao Xu can still maintain the heart of a monarch.

Whether it is Zhang Dian or Zhang Tingguang, or even the main force of the cavalry guarding the surrounding area at the moment, Zhao Xu has absolute commanding power. But he knew that blindly commanding the troops would only make his army suffer defeat.

Now that he has this siege army, he can just sit back and watch the city break tomorrow. After taking Yingzhou City, he next arrived at the capital of Liao State one step closer. Until the end, he took all the sixteen states of Yanyun.

This is the first Liaoguo city he met when he led his troops into the Liao realm. If it can be broken in one fell swoop, it will also be an opportunity to boost morale for him and the main force of the Chinese army. As long as the morale is maintained, the army can sweep the Liao soldiers all the way.

And Zhao Xu knows that if this so-called artillery is really a weapon for siege. Then in front of the army, the most difficult city wall will also be in shape. The main force of the Liao army, even if you don't want to fight, you can't do it.

Zhao Xu went back to the main tent to rest, waiting for the arrival of tomorrow's battle. Zhang Dian knew that after the emperor came out this time, he seemed to be no longer as jealous of Zhao Xiaoxi's affairs as he was in the court.

Although Zhang Dian did not know, this feeling was not an illusion. But no matter what, like Zhao Xu, he thinks about recovering these lost territories at most. As long as you can win the battle, you don't think about anything else for the time being.

Compared with Zhao Xu and Zhang Xuan, they each went to do their own things, but Wang Zishu personally entertained Zhao 18 into the camp. In many cavalry camps, the generals who had worked with Zhao 18 before also came over to say hello one by one.

Seeing that Zhao Shibai is now not a cavalry commander as an artillery commander, everyone is also very curious. How powerful is this seemingly expensive artillery? Tomorrow's war, will it really be easier because of the appearance of these things?

Because of the large army to fight, the camp is also strictly forbidden to drink. Zhao Shibai didn't mind, and accompanied these old brothers with tea instead of wine. Tell them that they should be ready to storm the city tomorrow.

As for the closed gates, he will send someone to open them for the cavalry tomorrow when the time comes. As long as the cavalry enters the city, it is believed that the war is almost over. For the strength of the cavalry, Zhao Shibai is still confident.

Of course, in order to prevent the Liao cavalry in the city from escaping, Zhao Shibai also suggested to the visiting Zhang Tingguang. Tomorrow, outside the other city gates, some cavalry will also be gathered to prepare for the siege and killing of the Liao cavalry in the city.

In any case, in Zhao Eighteen's opinion, the later the news of the artillery is known, the better. As long as the Liao army in Yingzhou City cannot transmit the news to the rear in time, then the artillery will be able to have a few more suddenness.

After all, artillery is indeed powerful, but after all, there are limitations. If the opposing cavalry does not come into range of the artillery, or launches a surprise attack and kills the artillery position. The combat effectiveness of these artillery is still not enough for cavalry to cut and kill.

The truth of promoting strengths and avoiding weaknesses, Zhao Shibai is naturally very clear. For this reason, the task of protecting the artillery team tomorrow naturally falls on the head of the cavalry. And Zhao Shibai believes that tomorrow's war will open the eyes of these old brothers.

Through tomorrow's battle, I believe that these confident cavalry soldiers will also truly understand. Cavalry is no longer one of the strongest troops in this era. Artillery is the true god of war, even if it's a rudimentary version of artillery! (To be continued......)