"Boom boom boom boom~" Several newly developed cannons roared in unison in the artillery test site outside the city, causing the earth to tremble, and the earth walls as targets in the distance were shattered, and several artisans who tested the cannon also cheered loudly. This new cannon not only fired far away, but also greatly improved its accuracy. Now that the trial production is successful, it will definitely give you a generous gift after reporting to the court. Maybe you can get an official position in one fell swoop and make a future for your children.

Li Zhang smiled and looked at Yelu Renxian next to him, and saw Yelu Renxian squinting his eyes at this time. Although his expression seemed to be calm, his eyes flashed with a complex look. He had long seen the power of artillery. At that time, countless Liao troops died at Gubeikou, but they had not seen each other for a few years. The power of the artillery in the Song Dynasty seemed to be even higher, which made him feel heavy.

"Brother Renxian thinks how powerful my artillery in the Song Dynasty?" Li Zhang smiled and asked Yelu Renxian. The alliance was still being discussed, and he was responsible for receiving Yelu Renxian. As a result, Yelu Renxian actually asked to visit the firearms of the Song Dynasty. Zhao Zhen also agreed, so Li Zhang took him here.

"The Song Dynasty has always been kind and righteous, but the artillery is extremely cruel. With one shot, the soldiers turned into flesh mud. Doesn't the Song Dynasty think this thing hurts the heavens?" Yelu Renxian looked at Li Zhang lightly and asked.

"Tianhe?" Li Zhang looked at Yelu Renxian with a smile, and then he said a while later, "Heaven and earth are not kind, and treat all things as straw dogs. There is nothing good or bad in heaven, and naturally there is no such thing as heaven and earth. For me, the Song Dynasty, as long as the safety of my Song Dynasty soldiers can ensure the safety of others, what does it have to do with me if others live or die?"

Li Zhang's words were naked and cruel, obviously a squeeze on Yelu Renxian, but Yelu Ren was not angry after hearing this, but instead showed a silent expression. He is now more convinced that the reason why the Song Dynasty changed so much must have a huge relationship with Li Zhang, because if it were another official of the Song Dynasty, he would definitely not be able to say such words.

"Marquis Dingbei, your artillery in the Song Dynasty is indeed sharp, but as far as I know, no matter what kind of firearms are, they are driven by gunpowder. I wonder if I can go to your gunpowder workshop to take a look, so that I can open my eyes?" Yelu Renxian spoke quickly again.

"Sorry, the gunpowder workshop is a forbidden area. Unless Your Majesty nods, no one is allowed to approach!" Li Zhang shook his head without hesitation and refused.

"But your Majesty had agreed to us to visit the firearms of the Song Dynasty before." Yelu Renxian argued anxiously when he heard Li Zhang's rejection.

"Your Majesty just agreed to let you visit the firearms, not gunpowder. There is a world of difference between the two. Brother Renxian, don't make a mistake!" Li Zhang replied calmly. He would not know Yelu Renxian's idea. It's just that gunpowder is related to great importance, and the formula is the top priority. It will never be allowed to spread it. Therefore, the gunpowder workshop is also strictly guarded, and even Li Zhang is not easy to enter, let alone an envoy like Yelu Renxian.

Seeing Li Zhang's attitude so tough, Yelu Renxian knew that his plan might be disappointed, but he did not give up. Instead, he proposed to see the muskets. Li Zhang did not refuse, and immediately arranged for someone to bring some muskets. In fact, the muskets and the artillery workshop were originally one, with only a wall between them, so the muskets were quickly transferred, and Li Zhang also asked someone to perform a three-stage attack.

The use of cannons and muskets is no longer confidential. After all, both of these firearms have been on the battlefield and have made great contributions. Even if the manufacturing method is spread, as long as the gunpowder is in the hands of the Song Dynasty, it is useless for others to get the manufacturing method.

Yelu Renxian watched the familiar performances of the Song Dynasty craftsmen, and the expression on his face became more and more serious. Both artillery and muskets posed a huge threat to their Liao army. Now these two types of firearms are also more sharp. If they fight with the Song people in the future, they may only suffer greater losses.

"Dingbei Hou, we are allies, so we should be connected with each other. So I, Daliao, want to buy a batch of firearms from you Dasong. The price is easy to discuss. I wonder what you think?" Yelu Ren thought for a long time, and finally said with a shameless face.

After hearing this, Li Zhang looked up and down at Yelu Renxian, and then laughed in silence and said, "Brother Renxian is really good at joking. How can a country-based weapon be given lightly to others?"

Yelu Renxian actually knew that the possibility of buying a firearm was extremely small, so it was not surprising to face Li Zhang's rejection, but he quickly retreated and said: "If the firearms are not sold, can we sell some weapons such as swords and guns? Now I, the Great Liao Dynasty, are in short supply of weapons. Even if I want to form an alliance with the Great Song Dynasty to deal with Dangxiang, I am afraid I am powerless!"

"Weapons are probably difficult, but it is still possible to export some iron ingots. Brother Renxian may have to discuss this matter with the ministers in the court. I can't make the decision." Li Zhang smiled again when he heard this.

In order to make muskets and artillery, Li Zhang also offered a set of methods to smelter steel to the Song Dynasty, which made the steel smelting technology of the Song Dynasty make rapid progress. Not only did the quality of steel greatly improve, but the output also increased exponentially, causing the domestic steel price to plummet. Therefore, it is nothing to export some to the Liao Kingdom, and it can even hit the smelting industry of the Liao Kingdom.

Yelu Renxian heard Li Zhang agree to export some iron ingots, which made him overjoyed. After all, with iron ingots, you can build weapons, and with weapons, you can expand your army. Now there are many conflicts in Liao. Only a powerful army can suppress the forces that are ready to move in the country.

"It's great. With the words of Dingbeihou, I feel relieved. The alliance between the two countries is of great significance, and the people of the two countries will enjoy peace forever!" Yelu Renxian immediately said a few good words. He was originally against this alliance, but if he could import some steel from the Song Dynasty, it would solve some urgent problems.

After visiting the firearm, Li Zhang took Yelu Renxian back to the city. He originally wanted to send the other party back to the inn, but Yelu Renxian suggested that he wanted to go around the capital. As a landlord, Li Zhang naturally had to accompany him.

Although Yelu Renxian has been in the capital for a while, he usually has to discuss alliances with the Song Dynasty. He has to stay in the inn for most of his time and has no time to go out. He just took a few glances when he entered the city. Now he finally has time to carefully appreciate the beautiful scenery of the Song Dynasty capital.
Chapter completed!