The black crystal iron ore that has just been discovered at the bottom of Diyan Lake is estimated to be able to make two divisions of infantry armor, and maybe even more. Because dark energy will isolate fighting spirit, black crystal iron will not be made into cavalry armor.
The infantry division equipped with black crystal iron armor is undoubtedly the top division in the mainland. A legion with such a division is an elite legion, and it is the trump card that determines the outcome of a battle.
Therefore, both the Tongbei Empire and the Qi State wanted to obtain more black crystal iron ore. The negotiations between the two countries were stalemate for several days. Finally, Ji Yu came up with the secret recipe for refining black crystal iron and finally settled on the allocation of half of the ore to one country.
Refining black crystal iron from ore is not a simple matter. The best technology is in the hands of the demons, and the biggest force to defeat the demons is naturally the Northern Empire. The secret recipe mastered by the Tongbei Empire is far better than that of the Qi Kingdom.
"After the raw ore is mined, it must be transported to a safe and secret place. The empire will arrange for craftsmen to come and refine it. Your country can send people to take care of the refined black crystal iron. I will take away half of it at the end of each month." Ji Yu didn't hand over the secret recipe.
To Qi State.
"You can't send magicians here, and our country won't send magicians near the refining workshop." Wu Yi was worried about the space ring being entrained, so he added one in particular.
"No problem!" Ji Yu agreed readily.
The fighting in the Diyan Lake area has not stopped. Cao State has been trying to regain the lost territory, while Qi State has continued to build fortifications, assuming a posture of only defending but not attacking. The situation changed in late August, and Qi State
They increased their troops at Diyan Lake and began to take the initiative to attack in local areas, forcing Cao to retreat and suspend the offensive.
"I have received information that Prince Ji Yu of the Tongbei Empire entered and exited King Qi's palace many times ten days ago. Combined with the recent abnormality of the Qi army, I suspect that the two countries are cooperating in private." Yao Mang entered the palace to report.
"That means the Tongbei Empire is very interested in Diyan Lake." Cao Qi grew a beard and looked more majestic.
Cao and Qi have fought against Shaodian for so many years, but there has never been a conflict near Diyan Lake before. This time Qi captured Diyan Lake very suddenly, without any warning before the war. Cao Qi did not believe that it was Qi alone.
decisions regarding.
"The King is wise. Although the Northern Empire has a tradition of letting princes travel abroad, Ji Yu appeared in our country too many times, and the Battle of Diyan Lake happened during this period, which is enough to prove that the Tongbei Empire is not unrelated to this matter.
Earlier intelligence showed that the Qi State conscripted a large number of laborers into the Diyan Lake area, but they disappeared. The veteran thought that they were conducting a secret operation. Even with the strength of the Tongbei Empire, something that had to be carried out secretly must involve huge things.
Benefit."
The Supervision Department did not invest much manpower and material resources in Qi State, and Yao Mang used all his strength to find out the information.
"Since the Qi State has colluded with the Tongbei Empire, shouldn't Gu also find some help?" Cao Qi became more determined to recapture Diyan Lake.
When Cao State was invaded by Shaodian State, Cao State had contact with Meng State and Ji State, but they could not reach an agreement. There were not enough benefits to attract other countries to send their soldiers to join the war.
"I thought I could contact the Gu Yuan Empire. They definitely don't want to watch the Tongbei Empire secretly gain benefits, and they have the ability to figure out what the Tongbei Empire is doing in Diyan Lake. Meng Guo and Ji Guo will definitely open their mouths and ask them for help.
It won’t work without some blood.”
"That's right! The one who can check and balance the Tongbei Empire is the Ancient Yuan Empire, and people are now in contact with the Ancient Yuan Empire." Cao Qi showed an impatient look.
News about Diyan Lake also reached Juyang City, but it was only superficial. Ding Kui did not pay attention to this kind of information. Now that the threat to his country was approaching day by day, all his energy was focused on the south.
"This time our country really made a big move. According to the intelligence analysis obtained from the Security Bureau, Wuying County is preparing for a large-scale expedition and has raised rations for at least two to three hundred thousand people for a month. Their plot is not small, and they have laid down
There is no way Juyang City can make back the cost of this battle." Liu Yu personally analyzed the intelligence sent back by his country.
"Fortunately, I have been prepared for the worst. The three level six warriors are all in Wuying County, which means they will attack soon and start moving women and children to Hengfu City tomorrow!"
Ding Kui was most worried about Long Yan. The baby in her belly would be born soon and no accidents could occur.
Lord Ru's wife went to Hengfu City to escape the disaster of war. The news spread quickly to Juyang City, and Ding Kui's fanfare was indispensable.
On this day, at three o'clock in the morning, more than a hundred carriages and trucks from the Chinese Carriage and Horse Company came to the gate of the Lord's Mansion. The largest luxury carriage with four pairs of wheels could catch up with the princess's chariot, which was specially prepared for Long Yan.
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Strictly speaking, only people of the princess's level can ride the eight-wheeled carriage, but it is the carriage of the consort's family, who cares whether it is for the princess or not. It is reasonable for the princess to occasionally lend it to her family.
Almost all the valuables in the Lord's Mansion were loaded onto the truck, and most of the maids and wives in the backyard went with the truck. The fourth battalion of infantry escorted the convoy under the banner of the flag, accompanied by a hundred Earl's personal guards, commanded by the famous
"Death Grip", in an inconspicuous carriage in the motorcade sat one of the four handsome men.
Although the lord and the princess did not follow the convoy to leave Juyang City, such a large battle brought a sense of crisis to the people in the territory. In addition, the city lord's mansion deliberately spread the news. Everyone knew that Juyang City was not safe in the near future.
After noon, the wealthy households and large business houses in the city cleared out the cars in the market, formed a larger motorcade, and drove towards Hengfu City in a mighty manner.
Nowadays, most of the walls of Juyang City have been demolished, and there is basically no defense capability. It is different from any previous invasion. As long as the invading enemy has enough troops, Juyang City will definitely not be able to defend it and remain in the city.
It's almost like waiting to die.
At this time, many people have heard of Hengfu City and know that there is a large army stationed there and that the terrain is easy to defend and difficult to attack. It is many times safer than Juyang City. In addition to the lord's announcement, Hengfu City is
Temporary resettlement is provided for all residents, and non-locals can live in Hengfu City for a period of time as long as they pay a low fee.
Ding Kui and Liu Yu stood on the south city tower that had not yet been demolished, looking at the endless flow of people and motorcades to the south, and they both breathed a sigh of relief.
"The biggest worry is for those who own real estate. I am afraid that they will be greedy for their property and refuse to transfer it to Hengfu City, and will stay and be oppressed by our own troops. If so many people follow the trend and go to Hengfu City today, there will definitely be more people going there tomorrow.
Yes, when our country's army actually arrives, we will be able to reduce our burden greatly." Ding Kui, as the director of this great migration, is very satisfied with the current results.
"Fortunately, we have urban management. They can maintain order during the relocation process. They can also help resettle the people when they arrive in Hengfu City. They are of great help to their subordinates in terms of people's livelihood."
Liu Yu finally realized the versatility of urban management. When he started to establish this strange organization, he criticized the urban management bureau for supporting a large number of idle people. Only now did he realize that urban management is very useful.
"The city defense force is now a regular military force. The Public Security Bureau must maintain a bit of dignity. The urban management team is best suited to mingle with the people and each has its own duties. When using the urban management team, it is best not to be too rigid. You might as well bring a little more human touch. The purpose is to promote the market.
Stability, orderliness, and harmony among everyone are the most important things." Ding Kui was quite proud.
Only he can master this new thing called urban management, and people in this world don't understand it at all.
The lord's mansion suddenly became empty, and those who remained had work on hand, with one exception.
There are still many people around Shaodian Luan, her squadron of female guards must protect her, and Biya is left to take care of her and Ding Kui's daily life.
"Hai Mengji, why are you still staying in the house?" She discovered that Hai Mengji had not gone to Hengfu City.
"As for my wife, I have to serve the master. Moreover, I am not an ordinary person now. If there is danger, I can also protect my wife."
"You're not an ordinary person? You're so powerful. Come on, let me show you how extraordinary you are."
For some reason, Shaodian Luan has always disliked Hai Mengji and would feel irritable every time he saw him.
"Ah? I don't dare to attack you." Hai Mengji has been training with Ding Kui for two months, and her fighting spirit cultivation is in the late stage of fighting blade. If Ding Kui works faster, she may break through to break the shield at any time.
Compared to the time when he had no power to bind a chicken, Hai Mengji was indeed no longer ordinary. He was able to use a long sword imbued with fighting spirit. He was barely considered a level three combatant and could frighten ordinary people.
"What are you doing?" Ding Kui happened to come back from outside.
"She said she could protect me when I was in danger, so I wanted to test her strength." When Shao Dian Luan saw Ding Kui coming, she pouted her mouth and looked unsatisfied.
"You are a fearless knight, why are you messing around with her? Mengji will really risk his life to protect you, even though her strength is really not that good." Ding Kui knew what was going on when he heard this.
"Go and do your work. Madam is much more powerful than you and doesn't need your protection." He turned his head and said to Hai Mengji.
"Yes, yes, yes." Hai Mengji bowed his head and left.
Ding Kui waved his hand and asked the female guards present to leave, and then said to Shao Dian Luan: "Where did Mengji offend you again?"
"Humph, she didn't offend me." Shao Dian Luan felt even more unhappy when he saw Ding Kui standing up for Hai Mengji.
"We are all a family. Get closer in your free time. Why are you always targeting her?" Ding Kui smiled.
"What am I doing against her? But I get upset when I see her."
Ding Kui was moved in his heart and said: "You are an innate fire body, and she may be an innate water body. Is this the reason why you two are incompatible with each other?"
Shaodian Luan was stunned, "What? What kind of body of water is she? You practice water-based exercises, so I didn't bother you."
"It's different. You and I can complement each other with yin and yang, and I know how to get rid of the fire in your body. Mengji and you are both women, so I guess there is a natural conflict between the water body and the fire body."