After Cheng Yu saw the range of the big yellow crossbow, his heart sank.

On the battlefield, if the tiger and leopard cavalry encounters such a crossbow soldier, once the tiger and leopard cavalry cannot disperse quickly, I am afraid that it will also be set up as a sieve.

Cheng Yu is not only a strategist and a minister, but also a military general.

In Cheng Yu's heart, he had already predicted, imagining that if the rhubarb crossbow was shooting at close range with a bow and arrow, it would be enough to make the tiger and leopard rider unapproachable. Not even the tiger and leopard riders could get close, let alone the other soldiers. Even in Cheng Yu's opinion, with the lethality of the rhubarb crossbow, even a shield can't resist it, and it's enough to shoot through the shield.

Even if you can't shoot through the shield, the strong impact force is enough to knock the shield to the ground and destroy the shield soldier's formation.

Such a crossbowman is so ferocious that it is enough to terrify the enemy.

The only drawback is that rhubarb crossbows and crossbow arrows cannot be forged in large quantities, because they are too expensive and consume too much financial and material resources. In addition, Rhubarb's flexibility is also slightly lacking.

Fortunately, Rhubarb Fury has certain shortcomings, otherwise it would be really difficult to deal with.

When Zhang Zhao saw it, his heart was half cold.

I saw the cavalry and the catapult before, and the shocking scene had already made Zhang Zhao's heart and liver flutter and jump, and now when he saw Liu Xiu's big yellow crossbow, he was simply scared out of his body.

It's terrible, such a weapon is so terrible that it is simply impossible for human beings to resist.

If Jiangdong and Jingzhou are fighting and encounter such a weapon, how can they resist it

For a while, Zhang Zhao's heart was terrified.

Zhang Zhao felt that it was too correct to come to Jingzhou to congratulate Liu Xiu this time, but he didn't expect Jingzhou to have such a weapon. After returning to Wu County, you must talk to Sun Quan well, and let Sun Quan prepare early, otherwise he will definitely suffer a big loss on the battlefield, and the alliance with Cao Cao is also imperative.

At the foot of the hill, Huang Zhong saw that a round of shooting was completed, and he roared and waved, and ordered: "Close the formation"

At the sound of the order, the soldier stood up with the rhubarb crossbow on his shoulder, while the other soldiers quickly went to pick up the crossbow arrows. Each rhubarb crossbow is very expensive, and it is impossible to use it and be discarded, and it must be recycled.

Liu Xiu looked at the people on the hill, and at this time, their faces were already complicated.

Liu Xiu knew that his goal had been achieved, and said with a smile: "Everyone, this review of the soldiers has already ended here. Now, come with me back to the city. Tonight, I will hold a banquet in the governor's mansion to practice for you. Tomorrow morning, you will be able to leave on your own. ”

Everyone nodded silently, and then without saying a word, followed Liu Xiu back to the city.

At night, the governor's house is brightly lit.

In the hall, Liu Xiugao sat on the main seat.

At this time, Liu Xiu toasted Zhuge Liang, Cheng Yu, Zhang Zhao and others. It's just that after experiencing the things of the day, no matter what, the atmosphere is still not warm, and it can't reach a happy scene, because everyone is worried in their hearts.

After some celebrations, they went their separate ways.

In the hall, only Liu Xiu and the military generals under his command remained.

Liu Xiu's face did not have the slightest sense of alcohol, he ordered the attendants to remove the wine, then served tea, looked at the people under his command, and said in a deep voice: "After this review of the soldiers, it is expected that it will definitely be able to deter Liu Bei and Sun Quan, and even make Cao Cao jealous." This is a time for us to adjust. In the next six months, all counties in Jingzhou must be adjusted to the point of complete control of each county. ”

Kuai Yue Zhengse said: "Lord, if the officials of the counties in Jingzhou want to be transferred, I am afraid that it will affect the whole body." Such a big move must be cautious. ”

Yi Ji followed and said: "If you also agree with Xeno, you should think twice before acting. Especially since the lord has just taken charge of Jingzhou, it is now the time to seek stability and transition, and there can be no mistakes. Otherwise, one wrong step will be lost. ”

Liu Xianse said: "Adjusting on the basis of stability is fundamental, and this is also my principle and bottom line. However, the rebellion of Wuling County and Nanjun made me realize that if I didn't make adjustments, if there was any difference in the future, I am afraid that the counties of Jingzhou would defect, so I must make certain adjustments and completely control the counties. ”

"Newspaper"

Suddenly, outside the hall, an attendant walked in quickly and reported: "My lord, Yizhou envoy Fa Zheng and Zhang Ren are asking to see each other. ”

"Please"

Liu Xiu nodded and ordered directly. Immediately, Liu Xiu said: "The things you just mentioned, after you go back, you will think about it carefully, and then we will discuss it." Okay, let's all go back. ”

"No"

Everyone got up and took their leave.

The hall fell silent.

After everyone left, Fa Zheng and Zhang Ren strode in.

"I've seen Liu Jingzhou"

Fa Zheng and Zhang Ren bowed at the same time.

Liu Xiu waved his hand and said, "Two of you, please take a seat."

Fa Zheng and Zhang Yi sat down on the left and right, Fa Zheng did not go around in circles, and said straight to the point: "Liu Jingzhou, in the next time, I will form an alliance with Liu Jingzhou on behalf of the lord." ”

Liu Xiu's eyes narrowed, and he said: "Xiaozhi, Yizhou and Jingzhou are aligned, how can there be an alliance law" For this matter, it was unexpected by Liu Xiu.

Unexpectedly, Yizhou Liu Zhang would propose an alliance, which is really surprising.

"To be allies, it is natural to help each other, attack and defend together. ”

Fa Zheng smiled slightly and put forward his own opinion.

After a pause, Fa Zheng continued: "Yizhou and Jingzhou border, if Jingzhou encounters a threat, my lord Liu Yizhou is willing to help." Similarly, if Yizhou is threatened and attacked, I also hope that Liu Jingzhou can send troops to help. This is the alliance between the two sides. ”

When Liu Xiu heard this, his mind became lively.

Offensive and defensive help

That's a good reason and a good way to get into Yizhou.

If Yizhou is attacked, Liu Xiu only needs to use a little thought, then he can wave his army into Yizhou. Once the army enters Yizhou, then there is an opportunity to plan Yizhou, which is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

In Liu Xiu's mind, he had already figured it out in an instant.

The smile on his face grew stronger, and he smiled, "This is a very good offer." Xiaozhi, you also know that Jingzhou is the land of four wars, and if you form an alliance with Jingzhou, I'm afraid that Yizhou will suffer even more. ”

Fa Zhengdao: "Liu Jingzhou is strong, and I believe that it is easy for Liu Jingzhou to hold Jingzhou." However, to form an alliance with Jingzhou, my lord has another request. ”

"What request," Liu Xiu asked.

Fa Zheng said: "I was deeply shocked when I saw the rhubarb crossbow and catapult under Liu Jingzhou today. If Yizhou had such a weapon, it would be easier to garrison the city. Therefore, I hope that I can buy the design drawings of the catapult and the rhubarb crossbow in Liu Jingzhou's hands, and then take them back to manufacture them to enhance Yizhou's defensive capabilities. ”

This request was put forward, but Liu Xiu's mind sank.

Sure enough, it has a purpose

Form an alliance first to show goodwill, and then make your own demands.

Liu Xiu smiled slightly and said, "Xiaozhi, you are Liu Yizhou's think tank, you should understand the value of the rhubarb crossbow and the catapult." Can I easily sell such a strategic weapon?"

Fa Zheng looked calm, did not feel embarrassed, and smiled: "Liu Jingzhou's words are naturally reasonable, and I agree with them very much. It's just that I think that any item can be measured by price, and there is always a certain standard of exchange, just to see what conditions the other party needs. Therefore, please ask Liu Jingzhou to put forward conditions, and we in Yizhou are willing to prepare. ”

Liu Xiu stared at Fa Zheng, and suddenly said: "Mr. Xiaozhi, if I propose to Liu Yizhou that I exchange you for a condition, will Liu Yizhou agree?"

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Fa Zheng's face changed suddenly.

Looking at Liu Xiu's eyes, there was a look of scrutiny.

Zhang Renzheng said: "Liu Jingzhou, please be cautious"

Fa Zheng shook his head at Zhang Ren, then looked at Liu Xiu, and said neither humbly nor arrogantly: "Liu Jingzhou said that he laughed, Fa Zheng is a scholar, he can't pick his shoulders, he can't lift his hands, and he is a weak scholar, where is it worth Liu Jingzhou to offer such conditions." ”

Liu Xiu smiled and said, "General Zhang, don't be angry, as Xiaozhi said, I'm just joking, don't take it seriously." ”

Fa Zheng continued: "Liu Jingzhou, on behalf of the lord, I sincerely purchased the blueprints of the rhubarb crossbow and the catapult, so I hope that Liu Jingzhou can offer conditions so that they can negotiate." Besides, as an ally, the increased garrison ability of Yizhou is also beneficial to Liu Jingzhou, isn't it?"

Liu Xiu asked: "Xiaozhi, does Liu Yizhou really want to buy it?"

"Yes"

Fa Zheng nodded, if Yizhou is equipped with such a weapon. Then it will be of great benefit to deal with Zhang Lu in the future, or to deal with the enemy who attacked Yizhou.

Therefore, Fa Zheng tried his best to buy it.

Liu Xiu nodded heavily and said, "Since Mr. Xiaozhi said it, I will give Mr. Xiaozhi a copy of the production drawings." ”

Fa Zheng was overjoyed and said: "What conditions?"

Liu Xiu flicked his sleeves and said heroically: "For the sake of filial piety, I will give it away for free." ”