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As soon as Zhang Hao's words fell, a needle drop could be heard in the main hall instantly.

Yan Chengxian and Hong Xiushan, these two people were famous in the upper echelons of the entire Canglan Country: not because they were traitors to the Land of Qixia, but because they brought excellent Xuantie smelting technology from the Land of Qixia.

Nowadays, these dark irons have been widely used in the war of the country of Canglan, providing great help for the war of the country of Canglan. It can be said that without these dark irons, the current situation in the country of Canglan would be about three points worse.

Although the technology brought by Yan Chengxian and Hong Xiushan was eliminated by the Zhang family, it still produces 60% pure dark iron, and the quantity is very large, and there is a considerable amount of more than 90% dark iron.

These dark irons have almost increased the equipment of the Canglan Country. A large number of bows and crossbows can be used without reservation, and there is no need to worry about running out of dark iron. The soldier's defense could be thicker, and the border defense was reinforced. Even soldiers in the foundation building period can get excellent magic weapons and armor.

Because of these, the names of Yan Chengxian and Hong Xiushan have been placed on the table of the Emperor of the Land of Canglan. The origin of the two of them or something, the emperor doesn't care, as long as these two people are useful to the country of Canglan, it is enough. Of course, the emperor is also clear about the origin of the two.

And now, Zhang Hao opened his mouth to ask for this person, which suddenly made the emperor frown.

At the critical moment, of course, the prime minister came out to put out the fire. Huang Shaoxian, the left minister, said loudly to the emperor: "Your Majesty, there should be no such two people in the country of Canglan!"

Zhang Hao turned his head to look and saw Huang Shaoxian's smug eyes. Sorry, we haven't heard of it!

The emperor also reacted: "Whether there are these two people, Zuo Xiang should investigate first." ”

"Yes. Zuo Xiang retreated.

Zhang Hao was choked by the black and white face of this monarch and couldn't say a word-too young!

But being young also has the benefits of being young, such as being able to speak without going through the brain...... Well, it's a straight one. Zhang Hao smiled faintly, "That's a pity, maybe I heard it wrong, these two friends haven't been found since they left the Zhang family, and they are in a hurry to die."

Your Majesty, Zhang Hao came to look for someone this time, but by the way. The most important thing is to achieve exchanges between the people of the country of Canglan and the people of Qixia, so that the two sides can complement each other and win.

The elixir in the country of Canglan is relatively abundant, and the high-end black iron, new steel, and new artillery in the country of Qixia can greatly increase the war potential.

If our two sides can complement each other, the combat potential of both of us can be greatly increased. The blockade can be broken as soon as possible.

The longer the war drags on, the more passive it becomes for us.

What does Your Majesty think?"

"Is this ...... I'm not very good at war. The Emperor began to play Tai Chi, "Well, let's discuss it first, and then we'll discuss it in the afternoon."

Come on, send Zhang Hao to the upper house to rest, and receive him well at noon. ”

The emperor is the emperor, and he didn't give Zhang Hao a chance to speak at all, so he let people take him out.

Waiting for Zhang Hao to leave, the emperor's face immediately became serious, "What did you say about what Zhang Hao said just now?"

Huang Shaoxian was the first to speak: "Your Majesty, the minister thinks that Yan Chengxian and Hong Xiushan should be protected. But what Zhang Hao just said also makes sense, and my suggestion is: let him change his name twice. ”

"Change your name...... Okay, then I will give them a new name: Yan Dexian, Hong Xuefeng" A mysterious smile appeared on the emperor's face. Now Yan Chengxian and Hong Xiushan are cooperating with the Huang family, and Huang Shaoxian proposed this...... It's really amazing.

Aren't you Zhang Hao looking for Yan Chengxian and Hong Xiushan? I'm sorry, now that we have changed our name, we really can't find "Yan Chengxian and Hong Xiushan"!

And the name given by the emperor is very meaningful. 'Dexian' and 'Xuefeng' - I hope you can develop with peace of mind in the country of vicissitudes, and don't make trouble, otherwise you will bear the consequences.

Huang Shao thanked him first, and then said: "Your Majesty, Zhang Hao said earlier that we will trade our elixir with the high-end Xuaniron, steel, and artillery of the Land of Qixia.

We do lack this high-end black iron, but we don't know what this steel and artillery are and how powerful they are. Chen believes that we should first understand and discuss. ”

The Emperor nodded, and thought about asking people to invite Fu Yun. I don't want Fu Yun to just step into the main hall: "Your Majesty, I'm back." Just went back and changed my clothes. ”

The Emperor nodded: "Fu Yun, when you go to the Land of Qixia, have you ever heard and understood about steel and artillery, and how much can the Zhang family's high-end Xuantie provide?

"The high-end Xuantie of the Zhang family starts with 20 high-grade spirit stones internally, but I think this price can be pressed. And the price of steel, Zhangjia's quotation is five times that of Xuantie, and this moisture should be a lot.

As for steel and artillery, we have already purchased one, and there are samples of steel, so we can test it in the field. ”

After all, Fu Yun is the enshrinement of the country of Canglan, of course, it is impossible to keep any secrets for the Zhang family.

More than an hour later, in the valley not far from the Emperor of the Land of Canglan, the Great Emperor witnessed the power of the artillery with his own eyes. Although I was mentally prepared, I was still taken aback by the power of the artillery. Especially the attack distance of ten kilometers made the emperor's eyes light up!

Then the Emperor gently tapped the barrel of the cannon, and then looked at the steel model in his hand, and was amazed. "I really didn't expect that a small Zhang family would have such an achievement. ”

Then the emperor looked at the drawings of the artillery hanging next to him, and he asked thoughtfully: "Is there a way for this Zhang family to come over?" If the Zhang family is willing to come to our side, then it doesn't matter what Yan Dexian (Yan Chengxian) and Hong Xuefeng (Hong Xiushan) give to the Zhang family. ”

Fu Yun directly denied: "Your Majesty, I think it is impossible to let the Zhang family come to us." Because, our country is too strong. ”

"Oh...... What is the reasoning behind this?" the emperor was confused, and many officials were also confused. The country is strong, isn't it?

"Of course it's good for the country to be strong. But for the Zhang family, a powerful country may constrain their development. Now the Zhang family has a lot of status in the country of Qixia, and they have promoted the Xuantie Guild, the Refining Guild, and the Ocean Group, and it is said that they are still building ironclad ships......"

Fu Yun said everything he saw, and the more the emperor listened, the more shocked he became, "This Zhang family is really extraordinary." Their ironclad ships are made of steel? thousands of ...... Tons of weight, a ship made of iron, can float?"

Obviously, the Emperor was a little confused about the new unit of 'ton'.

Fu Yun shook his head slightly: "It's not certain yet." It is only known that the Zhang family seems to have made a small model, which is said to be made of ordinary black iron. As for more news, it's not very certain.

The people of Dayang Group are secretive about this and avoid talking about it. I once asked the Emperor Taishang of the Land of Qixia, and he just smiled but didn't say anything.

On the way this time, I took Zhang Hao's words, Zhang Hao said that the big ship was already under construction, but the specific time was not said. Looking at Zhang Hao's expression, it doesn't seem to be easy, but it's not helpless.

So I think this ironclad should be real. But whether it is made of steel or not is not very clear. However, if you look at artillery, I think it is quite possible to make it out of steel. The main components of these guns are made of steel.

Moreover, there is a legion in the country of Qixia, as well as a legion formed by the Ocean Group itself, all of which are equipped with weapons and armor made of steel, and relying on the armor itself alone, it can almost completely defend against the attack of the Jindan period. ”

The Emperor nodded, "Thank you, sir." Do you think it is necessary to make a deal with the Zhang family? After all, we already have the drawings now. ”

Fu Yun said again: "After I got the drawings, because I couldn't figure out the unit problems above, I went to the Refining Guild in the Land of Qixia, and got a message from the Refining Guild.

Zhou Jue, the chairman of the Refining Guild, said this sentence very arrogantly: If there are drawings, they may not be able to make them, and if you want to rely on manual artillery, there is a chance that it will explode.

When I asked what a machine tool was, Zhou Jue only said that it was a tool like a ballista. No more explanations. ”

The Emperor sighed, "In that case...... We can only produce according to the drawings and buy some artillery from the Zhang family first. ”

The emperor knew this, and went back to discuss it with the ministers, so he dragged Zhang Hao out...... Well, it's please.

This is a somewhat luxurious dinner, not to mention the delicacies of the mountains and seas on the table, just saying that the emperor personally accompanies him is enough to surprise Zhang Hao.

In Zhang Hao's expectation, it would be heaven to have a prime minister and a great prince to accompany him.

Feng Zhiling sat next to Zhang Hao, this guy was heartless, he couldn't walk anymore when he saw the food, and a pair of thief eyes swept over the waist of the palace maid from time to time.

However, because it was a royal banquet, each person had their own table, and the maids were endless. Seeing the maids busy like flowers and butterflies, Zhang Hao was still a little dizzy.

Isn't the standard of this banquet too high? The emperor, the prime minister and other high-ranking officials accompanied him, and even Fu Yun came out. This banquet is more than enough to receive the great elders of the Nine Yang Sect.

This is a typical weasel giving a New Year's greeting to a chicken, Zhang Hao was a little uneasy, what kind of medicine is sold in the gourd of the emperor of this land of canglans?

The opening remarks were very atmospheric, as soon as the emperor opened his mouth, the people-to-people exchanges between the two countries have a long history, and the people of the country of Qixia took the initiative to trade in the country of Canglan, which proved the good development of the relationship between the two countries.

Hearing the official tone, Zhang Hao was dizzy.

Huang Shaoxian, the left minister, was very active, and the atmosphere was very hot. Zhang Hao didn't want to drink, so he was persuaded by Huang Shao to drink three glasses. However, the wine of the royal family is really extraordinary, and a glass of wine is almost equivalent to a Peiyuan Dan.

After three rounds of drinking, Huang Shaoxian finally opened his mouth to talk about business: "Young Master Zhang, we checked today, and we really haven't found Yan Chengxian and Hong Xiushan for the time being. Maybe they're no longer in the land of the waves. ”

Zhang Hao smiled: "It's troublesome to the left minister, I'll just talk about it, forget it if you don't have it." ”

Huang Shaoxian smiled: "It's nothing, it's easy." Young Master Zhang, Your Majesty is interested in the dark iron, steel, and artillery of the Ocean Group. But I don't know what the price is?"

As he spoke, Huang Shaoxian whispered: "Young Master Zhang has to think about it when he quotes, Your Majesty will personally accompany you today and give some face." ”

Zhang Hao's heart suddenly felt 'lying grass'. Yes, the emperor will accompany you personally, if you falsely report the price or something, you just don't know what to do. Sure enough, the weasel gave the chicken a New Year's greeting - the pit was deep!

But it's a pity that although your methods are very good, you are technically ...... There are too many gaps.

Zhang Hao slowly spoke: "99% purity Xuantie, 30 high-grade spirit stones for one catty, every time the purity increases a little, the price increases by 10 high-grade spirit stones." At present, Zhangjia can provide a considerable amount of dark iron, with the highest purity of 99.6%.

And steel. Steel is made from ultra-high purity black iron through extremely complex technology. The price is five times that of the same purity of dark iron.

In terms of artillery, a cannon has 500,000 high-grade spirit stones, and a cannonball has 50 high-grade spirit stones. ”

As soon as Zhang Hao's offer came out, the scene was suddenly whispered. Zhang Hao listened:

"The price of dark iron is okay, much cheaper than that from the East. But I wonder what the actual quality is?"

"Steel is five times the price of black iron, this thing is a bit expensive, right?"

"500,000 high-grade spirit stones for artillery? It's outrageous, don't we have drawings, can't we build them ourselves?

Everyone was noisy for a long time, and the emperor's face gradually became serious: "Zhang Hao, Fu Yun told me, your price is ...... It's a little more expensive!"

Zhang Hao smiled: "Then dare to ask, what is the price of your country's elixir?"

The Emperor shook his head: "That's later, what we're talking about now is that your offer is too expensive." ”

Zhang Hao thought for a while, and finally took a step back: "If your country trades in pills, you can enjoy a nine-percent discount." ”

The Emperor's tone was a little angry: "But I heard that the domestic price of the Zhang family starts at 20 high-grade spirit stones! You are now quoting 30 high-grade spirit stones, can you tell me?"

(A new week, August 15.) One o'clock in the morning to ask for a ticket)