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Chapter 287 The trapped camp takes off! Sundering divine sword + divine kite repeating crossbow?

Xiangyang.

Outside the governor's office.

A man with a handsome face and a majestic body stood proudly in front of the mansion.

He wears a Jinxian crown on his head, a black straight train, a thin jade belt around his waist, and square shoes on his feet. His left hand holds the sharp sword on his waist, and his right hand holds the emperor's edict. Behind him, a group of majestic guards with swords

Be high-spirited, don't be angry, be assertive, be domineering!

Just a moment...

Squeak—!

The gate of the State Shepherd's Mansion opened.

Liu Biao, along with the civil and military officials from Jingzhou, went out to greet him in person: "Liu Biao, the minister of Jingzhou, the pastor of Jingzhou, along with the civil and military officials from Jingzhou, greets the Holy Envoy!"

Lu Su stood up in response to the order and waved his hand to signal Liu Biao to stand up: "Liu Jingzhou is dead, let's go into the palace to announce the order."

Liu Biao promised, and then he stood up, respectfully waved his hand to make a petition, and then got out of the way: "Holy envoy please."

Although Lu Su was an unknown boy, he knew that he was representing His Majesty. He walked towards the Prefectural Mufu Mansion with his head held high and his chest held high. In terms of momentum alone, he was not at a disadvantage.

As soon as he stepped through the gate of the State Shepherd's Mansion, someone whispered to his back:

"Have you ever heard of a man named Lu Su in Nanyang Hanting?"

"No! I only know about Xi Xian, Xun Yu, Xu Qiu and Yang Biao."

"Is this person an unknown person? Or maybe he was just promoted?"

"It's possible! But he is very impressive. Even if he is a newcomer, his official position should not be low."

"This young man has a dignified appearance and awe-inspiring momentum. He must be an extraordinary person."

"Yes, I can't be underestimated!"

"..."

Jingzhou civil and military officers followed him and slowly went up to the palace.

At this moment, Lu Su stood tall and stood before his superiors, suddenly turned around, faced the civil and military forces of Jingzhou, and said loudly: "Liu Biao, the governor of Jingzhou, has accepted the order!"

Jingzhou governor?

Liu Biao took a deep breath, and his heart skipped a beat.

It's obvious!

The Nanyang Han Court did not recognize the edict of the Chang'an Han Court, and he still held the position of governor here.

However, Liu Biao could understand it. After all, the two sides were at odds and had many conflicts.

The Nanyang Han Court would not even recognize the legitimacy of the Chang'an Han Court, let alone that imperial edict?

This is considered a show of force.

But there was no other way, Liu Biao could only continue.

There is no need for him to worry about such trivial matters.

What your duties and responsibilities are cannot be determined with just a word of title.

"The humble minister accepts the order."

Liu Biao was the first to bow and salute.

Behind him, Jingzhou civil and military officials saluted in unison.

Lu Su unfolded the edict and read aloud:

"I was ordered by Tianming from Luoyang to create the Han Dynasty in Nanyang. I returned to the palace to fight against the violent emperor of Chang'an. I am determined to achieve great success and prosper the Han Dynasty again."

"..."

"Wancheng in Nanyang is actually a metropolis. It has a majestic terrain, solid mountains and rivers, and is surrounded by thousands of countries in all directions. It is a well-proportioned city. It is only the place of God's will and the destiny of divination."

"..."

"Today we want to imitate the ancient system and follow public opinion to establish the capital of Nanyang and build palaces. We urgently need strange stones and trees. We heard that Jingnan has abundant stone materials, so we ordered Liu Biao, the governor, to gather hundreds of stones into the palace for selection."

The reading of the edict is completed.

Liu Biao was stunned on the spot.

Collect hundreds of stones and send them to the palace for selection?

this......

Nanyang Hanting has just been established, and is it planning to carry out large-scale construction?

Liu Biao's heart skipped a beat, as if he couldn't believe his ears.

In his impression, the Emperor of Han Dynasty in Nanyang was a god who could defeat Dong Zhuo and overwhelm the wealthy families of Nanyang.

How come, just because you can achieve something, you are ready to build a palace and just want to have fun?

impossible!

This is absolutely impossible!

Just when Liu Biao was stunned.

Lu Su closed the edict and sighed with relief: "Liu Jingzhou, why don't you accept the edict and express your gratitude?"

Liu Biao hurriedly cupped his hands and clasped his fists: "I accept the edict and thank your majesty for your kindness."

"kindness."

Lu Su handed the imperial edict to Liu Biao and reminded: "Your Majesty heard that there are many strange stones in Guiyang County. Liu Jingzhou collected them immediately and sent them to Hanting in Nanyang for selection. There must be no mistakes."

Liu Biao nodded and said: "This is natural, just don't worry, Holy Envoy."

Lu Su felt relieved and cupped his hands towards Liu Biao: "In that case, I will take my leave first."

Liu Biao walked to the door in person and said, "Congratulations on sending the Holy Envoy away."

Immediately.

Liu Biao returned to the main hall with the edict.

He frowned and stared at the edict for a long time, puzzled, and then asked: "I don't know what you think?"

From below, Cai Mao appeared, cupping his hands and clasping his fists: "Since Your Majesty wants a strange stone, why don't we just give it to him? What's so difficult about this? You can't just break up with Nanyang Hanting because of this matter, right?"

"That's right!"

Zhang Yunchan came forward again and said loudly: "Guiyang County is not short of mountains and rocks. There is no need for us to offend His Majesty the Emperor of Han Dynasty in Nanyang because of this trivial matter. It is not worth it."

Liu Biao naturally understood this simple truth.

only......

He was worried that there would be other deep meanings behind this edict.

Kuai Yue, who was standing by, naturally knew what Liu Biao was thinking, and he took a bold step forward: "My lord, do you think that this will be an evil edict? Is the murderous hand of Emperor Nanyang Han hidden behind it?"

Liu Biao took a long breath and said softly: "Recently, news came back from Nanyang that His Majesty the Emperor is going to strengthen military training, but around him, there are only Yuan Shu, Zhang Miao, and I, Liu Biao."

"Now, His Majesty the Emperor has sent an edict to Xiangyang, but it is to build a palace. This is obviously just an excuse. Its real purpose may be other."

"Alien!"

Liu Biao raised his eyes and looked at the other party: "You should also have heard that the man named Lu Su just called me the governor of Jingzhou. Although the connotation does not recognize the edict of the Han Dynasty in Chang'an, it is not a warning."

"If the purpose of Nanyang Han Emperor's military training is not Yuan Shu and Zhang Miao, but us, this imperial edict will definitely become an excuse for His Majesty to send troops, won't it?"

Quin Yue had to admit.

Liu Biao's analysis makes some sense.

Now, there are still several months before the grain harvest. Now we are preparing to train our troops, but after receiving the grain, we may launch a counterattack or attack.

And this edict came at this time, and it was for the purpose of building a palace. The Jingxiang gentry were not stupid. If the emperor really wanted to build a palace, there should have been news long ago, instead of being so sudden.

This is clearly an excuse.

As for the deep meaning behind it, it is indeed intriguing.

but......

However, Kuai Yue saw it more openly, bowed his head and said in salute: "My lord, although this edict comes strangely, I think it may just be a test, so you don't need to worry too much."

"test?"

Liu Biao frowned and couldn't help but wonder: "Yidu, why do you say this?"

Kuai Yue took a deep breath and thought for a moment: "One: Xiangyang is easy to defend but difficult to attack. Although His Majesty the Nanyang Emperor's troops are strong, if he wants to capture Xiangyang and then occupy Jingzhou, he will lose his troops and generals."

"And in Yingchuan, he still faces two great enemies, Yuan Shu and Zhang Miao, and Dong Zhuo in Guanzhong is eyeing him. It would be unwise to make you, my lord, a formidable enemy at this moment."

"His Majesty the Emperor of Nanyang swept through Heluo and defeated Dong Zhuo repeatedly. He also has the talent of Wang Zuo, Xun or Assistant Zuo. He is naturally wise and powerful, and will not do such an unwise move."

Liu Biao relaxed his brows and nodded slowly: "Well, it makes some sense."

"Second."

Kuai Yue continued his analysis: "If His Majesty the Emperor of Nanyang really wants to mobilize troops against Xiangyang, he should naturally mobilize troops to gather in Deng County. But as of today, has the Lord received any information about the deployment of troops?"

Liu Biao shook his head: "Indeed not."

Kuai Yue said calmly: "Jingzhou is crisscrossed by waterways. The infantry and naval forces should be the leaders. If His Majesty the Nanyang Emperor has signs of attacking Xiangyang, he will definitely build warships in advance and train the navy."

"Let me ask:"

Kuai Yue responded with a soul-level question: "His Majesty, the Emperor of Nanyang, has he ever been like this?"

Liu Biao said loudly: "I have indeed not received any such news recently. Could it be that this edict from Nanyang Hanting is just a test?"

Kuai Yue paused: "Although this edict comes strangely, it is mostly for the purpose of testing. If the lord did not obey the edict, perhaps Nanyang Hanting would divide its troops to defend the counties to the death. If the edict was followed, the troops would be concentrated in Yingchuan.

Deal with Yuan Shu and Zhang Miao."

"kindness."

Liu Biao nodded and suddenly realized: "It makes sense!"

Immediately.

Liu Bianru thought for a moment: "In that case, let's collect the strange stones according to the wishes of Nanyang Hanting and send them to Nanyang Palace to appease His Majesty the Emperor. Wouldn't we be in peace with each other?"

"Lord."

Kuai Yue hurriedly bowed his head and reminded: "If it is possible, we should exchange stones for the design of the high-tube transfer car from His Majesty the Emperor of Nanyang."

"this......"

Liu Biao frowned and took a deep breath: "Xidu, this is probably impossible, right?"

Kuai Yue said softly: "The possibility is indeed low, but we have to mention it. In this way, if we really want to fall out in the future, we will always have a defensible reason."

In fact, Liu Biao himself also understood that sooner or later, Nanyang Hanting would attack him. At that time, he would either obey or fight. In the final analysis, it would depend on the development of the situation and weighing the pros and cons.

Although Nanyang Hanting was in danger, he was the legitimate son of the late emperor after all, and he held the Han Dynasty's orthodox seal. As a clan member of the Han Dynasty, and a Han official, his political position was extremely disadvantageous.

This imperial edict is just a test, but the next imperial edict may not necessarily be the case. It may ask you to cede territory, hand over military power, or raise the enemy openly or covertly. That would be too passive.

Think about it carefully.

You really should find some reasons.

Even if the reason is not so convincing, it is still possible.

Liu Biao twirled his beard, nodded slowly, and said softly: "In that case, I will leave this matter to you. After collecting the curious stones, I will personally go to Nanyang to meet His Majesty the Emperor."

Kuai Yue felt as if he had shot himself in the foot.

Although His Majesty the Emperor of Nanyang is young, everyone knows that he is a ruthless character.

I came here under orders this time and took the opportunity to make some demands. His Majesty the Emperor would seem to throw fire at me. If he really broke out and entered Jingxiang in the future, wouldn't he cause trouble for the Kuai family?

"this......"

Kuai Yue hesitated for a moment and then said: "My lord, this subordinate is really not suitable to be sent as an envoy to the Han Dynasty in Nanyang. This matter is left to Han Song, who is in charge of Zhongzhong. He is the most suitable candidate."

"Degao?"

Although Liu Biao didn't like Kuai Yue's evasion, he understood that Han Song was indeed a very suitable candidate.

He is from Yiyang, Jingzhou, his hometown is in Nanyang, and he is a member of the Yiyang gentry clan.

Since the family is not large, they must be among the victims this time.

When he was sent to Nanyang Hanting as an envoy to mention this matter, it would indeed cause the least harm to others: "De Gao, are you willing?"

Han Song was a real man of duty. Although he understood Kuai Yue's treacherous intentions, he did not take it seriously. He cupped his hands and said, "I would like to go to Nanyang Hanting to meet with His Majesty the Emperor."

"good."

Liu Biao nodded slowly and said sonorously: "In that case, I will give you full responsibility for this matter. Remember, just fulfill your obligations and you don't have to force the outcome. Do you understand?"

The implication is, don't take the matter of turning around with high tubes to heart, just mention it. As for whether it is successful or not, I don't care, and you don't need to take it too seriously.

Han Song looked indifferent and bowed in return: "Here."

That’s what we originally thought. If I hadn’t really wanted to go to Nanyang to see it, how could I have fallen for you?

I heard that there were young talents in the clan who passed the imperial examination and were transferred to Yingchuan as county magistrates. Nanyang Hanting's method of recruiting scholars has indeed given us, a small gentry clan, hope to strive upward.

How could you not go and see such a court?

******

Nanyang, Wancheng.

Emperor's palace.

Martial Arts Arena.

Liu Bian handed the two Huanshou swords in his hand to Gao Shun: "Shixun, most of the weapons and equipment I promised you have been forged. I'm here today to let you test the effect."

"After all, as the leader of a trapped camp, if you don't even understand the performance of weapons, I'm afraid it will be difficult to truly unleash the true power of these weapons."

"Come!"

Liu Bian waved his hand to signal him to come forward: "Those two piles of armor, each with fifty pairs, are the most common styles among the major princes at present. Let's go and try the effect."

Gao Shun had long heard that His Majesty the Emperor was forging new weapons for the enemy camp, so he was looking forward to it.

Although the two Huanshou swords were exactly the same in style, Gao Shun could clearly feel the difference the moment he took it. The Huanshou sword in his left hand was black and translucent, and extremely heavy in weight, definitely not comparable to his right hand.

"Shi Xun."

Xun or on the side also deliberately reminded: "The Huanshou Sword in your left hand is a new weapon, and the Huanshou Sword in your right hand is an old weapon. Try it with the old one first, and then compare it with the new one."

"kindness."

Gao Shun nodded: "The general has this intention."

Immediately.

He slowly walked up to Zha Jia, raised the Huanshou Sword in his hand, took a deep breath, and slowly exhaled. After he was ready, he shouted loudly, the cold light flashed, and the blade suddenly fell.

Peng!

There was a muffled sound.

Only the blade of the sword was seen stopping on the upper half of the armor.

Xunor counted them carefully and said softly: "Your Majesty, there are only seven armors!"

Liu Bian nodded slowly: "It's not bad, better than I expected."

Gao Shun pulled out the Huanshou sword and couldn't help but shook his head and sighed: "Your Majesty, this old-fashioned Huanshou sword is really bad. Even the lowest general can only cut off seven armors. An ordinary soldier can cut off one armor.

Not bad!”

"kindness."

Xun Or twisted his beard with deep understanding and said: "The lethality of this old-fashioned Huanshou sword is indeed limited. On the battlefield, the blade is often curled or the tip is blunted before killing many people. The weapon needs to be repaired every year."

It also costs a lot of money.”

As a minister, Xun Yu's consideration was no longer as simple as battlefield effects. He would consider comprehensive costs, battlefield effects and other aspects to weigh the pros and cons.

Liu Bian sighed and agreed: "Yes, the maintenance of weapons is indeed a big expense, but fortunately, our new weapons are released."

"Shi Xun!"

"exist."

"Try the new Huanshou Sword."

"Here."

Gao Shun agreed and picked up the new Huanshou Sword from the side. A chill suddenly spread into his body. With the same size, the quality of this Huanshou Sword was indeed heavier.

This alone shocked Gao Shun. He looked at the blade up and down. It was smooth and shiny, especially the blade, which was as thin as a cicada's wing and showed its sharp edge.

"Good knife!"

Gao Shun praised softly, full of expectations.

"I want to see how powerful this knife is."

Even Xun He on the side could not help but pay full attention.

However......

Liu Bian, however, was extremely confident and waved his hand lightly: "Shixun, let's test the sword."

Gao Shun promised in response, raised his knife and faced the fifty armors, took a deep breath, and exhaled slowly.

The blade rises and the cold light flashes!

"drink!"

Accompanied by Gao Shun's loud shout.

The cold blade fell from the sky, making a loud thud.

For an instant, Xun You was dumbfounded, frozen on the spot like thunder and lightning, with a look of disbelief on his face.

Not to mention Xun He, even Gao Shun himself didn't expect that those two eyes under his eyebrows would almost explode!

There is no need to count, the difference between the two Huanshou swords is obvious.

One stranded on the upper half level;

The other handle is displayed on the bottom level!

Which one is better and which one is worse is obvious at a glance.

Gulu!

Xun You's throat rolled and he was filled with surprise: "I didn't expect that this new Huanshou sword would be so powerful. With one strike, it actually split open dozens of layers of armor. It's simply unbelievable."

Although Liu Bian had expected it, when the result was presented, he was still frightened: "Wen Ruo, quickly count how many armors have been broken?"

"Here."

Xun Ou hurriedly squatted down and counted them carefully, then stood up and held his hands in his hands, his eyes full of shock: "Your Majesty, Shi Xun's sword cut off thirty-five layers of armor."

hiss-!

Gao Shun's heart was shocked, and he couldn't help but gasped: "How...how many?"

Xun You said with absolute certainty: "Thirty-five Zhajia!"

"Thirty-five?"

Gao Shun's eyes were as wide as bells, and he was ecstatic.

He suddenly turned around and raised his hands and fists towards His Majesty the Emperor: "Your Majesty, if the trapped camp can be equipped with this magical sword, it will definitely be stronger. Even if it encounters an enemy ten times his own, the general will not be afraid at all!"

Magical sword!

Have to admit it.

In this day and age, it deserves this word.

However, Liu Bian forcibly suppressed the surprise in his heart, and Shi Shiran waved his hand: "The Huanshou Sword is just one of the weapons trapped in the camp, and all other weapons are forged in this way."

"even......"

Liu Bian emphasized: "The armors in the trapped camp are all forged using this method. Their defensive capabilities are far superior to any armor in the world today. Not to mention ordinary weapons, even this new Huanshou Sword may not be

It can be broken."

Gao Shun was extremely surprised and flattered. He immediately knelt down on one knee and said sonorously: "The last general Gao Shun will fight for the Nanyang Hanting. He will fight through fire and water, even to death!"

"Get up."

Liu Bian helped him up with his own hands and smiled calmly: "It's just a Huanshou sword. You are so surprised. What will you do if the next weapon comes out?"

"Your Majesty, you mean..."

Gao Shun looked in disbelief: "There are also magic weapons?"

Liu Bian nodded slowly and winked at Xun You: "Wen Ruo, bring him here."

Xun or Yi Yi said: "Here."

Immediately.

He bowed out of the martial arts arena and took out the lever crossbow made by Kit Kat Pavilion from the wooden stand on the side.

Gao Shun looked around and was surprised: "Could this be...a strong crossbow?"

Liu Bian nodded: "That's right! This is a powerful crossbow that can fire continuously. The wooden box below is the arrow box, which holds five arrows. The upper hand is also called the compound string lever, which can be used to reset the string, which is more labor-saving. "

"Something like this."

Liu Bian took the lever crossbow, pulled the upper hand, and easily reset the bow string without any effort.

At the same time, by touching the lower arrow box interlocking device, a crossbow arrow was smoothly inserted into the key slot, saving the soldier the time of drawing and loading arrows, and directly entering the combat readiness state.

Whoosh!

Liu Bian pulled the trigger, and the crossbow arrow roared out, hitting the target not far away.

Immediately, he quickly moved his hand to reset the crossbow string, and at the same time, the crossbow arrow was smoothly inserted into the arrow slot. The whole process only took a few breaths, and was even faster than twisting a bow and nodding an arrow.

"this......"

Gao Shun beside him looked extremely excited.

He rubbed his eyes, as if he couldn't believe it was true: "How is this possible? In a few breaths, the crossbow can be loaded. Wouldn't it be possible to kill enemies one after another without any gaps?"

"There is still a gap."

Liu Bian nodded affirmatively and said softly: "Only five arrows are missing from this quiver. Replacing the quiver is the maximum interval. However, if you can operate it skillfully, the interval can be significantly shortened."

"Shi Xun."

Liu Bian handed the lever crossbow to Gao Shun: "You try it."

Gao Shun was so excited that he nodded like a chicken pecking rice: "Okay, thank you, Your Majesty."

The moment he took the lever crossbow, Gao Shun took a deep breath and tried to calm himself down.

He operated the crossbow hand from a distance, imagining the situation of the crossbow string being reset, then removing the lower arrow box from the slot, taking out the new arrow box from the cloth bag, and finally quickly returning it to its position, etc. A series of actions.

"Is it okay?"

Liu Bian asked tentatively.

"kindness."

Gao Shun nodded: "Okay."

Liu Bian waved his hand: "There are five arrow boxes in this bag for you to replace. There is a simulated battlefield set up by me. There are ten fixed arrow targets, and the rest are light and dark movable arrow targets. You go and try the effect."

Highly responsive and committed.

Immediately.

He took a fighting stance and shouted: "Your Majesty, the general is ready."

Liu Bian gave a sonorous order: "Start!"

Give an order.

Gao Shun walked forward quickly with a lever crossbow. He could easily hit the fixed target in front of him. As he walked, a swinging target would be erected from time to time, and Gao Shun could also hit it easily.

In the blink of an eye, five crossbow arrows were used up.

Immediately.

He quickly removed the arrow case, replaced it again from the cloth bag tied around his waist, and continued to move forward quickly, maintaining a fighting posture at all times.

Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!

On the martial arts field, Gao Shun was holding a lever crossbow and constantly shuttled among the moving arrow targets. Within a few dozen breaths, all of the more than ten moving arrow targets were hit by Gao Shun.

When walking through it all the way.

Zhu Tong on the opposite side began to report the results: "Your Majesty, Captain Gao Shun hit all twenty-five arrow targets, and it took 386 breaths, of which it took an average of 20 breaths to replace the quiver."

After all, this is the first time to use it, and I am not very familiar with changing the arrow box. It is already very good to achieve such results. When Zhu Tong and others tried the weapon before, the effect was not so good.

Gao Shun returned quickly, excited: "Your Majesty, this divine crossbow is so powerful. I wonder if it has a name?"

Liu Bian nodded: "Of course, it's called Shenyuan Liannu!"

"Shenyuan Repeating Crossbow?"

Gao Shun chewed repeatedly and nodded with great interest: "The kite is also a ferocious bird! The Shen Yuan Liannu is indeed a good name, worthy of its powerful combat power."

Liu Bidan smiled: "I will order a thousand Divine Kite repeating crossbows to be made. Your task is to study the characteristics of the repeating crossbow and make it live up to the reputation of the Divine Kite. Do you understand?"

Gao Shun cupped his hands and clasped his fists: "The final general will live up to His Majesty's high expectations."

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