Mythology and the Warring States Period: I am Zhao Kuo Chapter 162 In order to promote the common development of the three Jins and realize the common prosperity of the three Jins
Chapter 162 In order to promote the common development of the three Jins and realize the common prosperity of the three Jins
The expressions of King Han and King Wei changed instantly. How could such pampered monarchs as them stand the murderous intent of Zhao Kuo as he fought on the battlefield?
The whole person suddenly felt like they were falling into a sea of blood, with blood and dead bodies everywhere around them, constantly approaching them.
"Then...then I will follow King Zhao." King Han clenched his hands tightly and said tremblingly.
Bao Yuan and Zhang Ping sighed inwardly, looking lonely, while Lian Po Tian Dan and others' faces were full of smiles.
Sometimes, not only ministers can earn face for the monarch, but the monarch can also earn face for ministers.
Zhao Kuo sneered in his heart.
When it comes to negotiating terms, it's true that it's not enough to just be gentle.
Only the kindness of the strong is mercy.
The kindness of the weak is as worthless as the breasts of a fat woman.
King Wei looked gloomy. King Han had already agreed, and he had no choice but to refuse.
"What do you think, second brother?" King Wei looked at Wei Wuji, hoping that Wei Wuji would refuse.
"My brother is willing to serve as a pledge for the Kingdom of Wei." After a few breaths, Wei Wuji said with clasped fists.
It was not because he was not reused in Wei State, nor was it because of his personal relationship with Zhao Kuo, but because Wei State and Zhao State really needed a communication bridge, and this bridge could only be built by him.
"Okay, I also agreed." King Wei nodded helplessly.
"Okay, since the two monarchs have agreed, I will not hide it anymore. Our country, Zhao, recently invented the Quyu plow to replace Weichu. It not only saves labor, but can be pulled by only one ox.
Moreover, the cultivated land is deeper, the speed is faster, and the efficiency is more than twice that of Weichu."
"In addition, our country Zhao also invented the waterwheel, which can automatically irrigate the highlands, greatly saving manpower and material resources. With the waterwheel, dry fields can be turned into paddy fields, lower fields can be turned into middle fields, and middle fields can be turned into upper fields.
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"Adhering to the principle of mutual help among the three Jins, and in order to promote the common development and realize the common prosperity of the three Jins, I am willing to send the Quyuan plow and waterwheel technology to Wei and South Korea."
Zhao Kuoyi said sternly.
"Is that true?" King Wei and King Han said excitedly, their eyes getting brighter and brighter.
Even the most mediocre monarch knows the importance of food. Why did Shang Yang emphasize agriculture and suppress commerce? Isn't it just to tie people to the land?
They did not believe what Zhao Kuo said about turning dry fields into paddy fields, lower fields into middle fields, and middle fields into upper fields. But even if the increase was only 10%, it would be a big profit for both countries.
"Yes, the two monarchs can send craftsmen to our country of Zhao to learn how to make curved plows and waterwheels, and I can also send a few finished products to the two countries. However, I have two conditions..." Zhao Kuo said
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"What conditions?" King Wei and King Han asked quickly.
As long as the two countries are not merged into Zhao State, they can agree even if it means temporarily surrendering.
No one wants to be a foolish king when they are born. They also wanted to make Wei and South Korea strong, but in the end they were crushed by reality.
Now if there is a chance, they are willing to give it a try!
"The first condition is that within five years, 50% of the increased grain output of South Korea and Wei will go to Zhao. The second condition is that South Korea and Wei will provide Zhao with 10,000 kilograms of iron every year for the next five years.
"Zhao Kuo said.
There are a lot of iron ores in China, but most of them contain very low iron content and are located in deep layers, making it difficult not only to mine but also to smelt, which has caused China to suffer from iron deficiency since ancient times.
But Nanyang is an exception. Not only is the iron ore high-quality, with high iron content, and after one smelting, it is the best iron. Moreover, most of the iron ore is on the surface, so it is easy to mine.
South Korea initially relied on the iron mines in Nanyang to build strong crossbows, form strong crossbow troops, and make a fortune.
Later, Nanyang was occupied by the Qin State, and the strong crossbowmen also declined.
"We can agree to the first condition, but the second condition may be a bit difficult for King Zhao to impose. After all, we have never seen the Quyuan plow and waterwheel that King Zhao mentioned, and Zhao Guo has only just made it, and
How can we guarantee that we can increase the production of so much grain? If there is not so much, wouldn’t we be at a loss?” King Han said.
With South Korea's strength, it cannot smelt much iron in a year. If the value of the increased grain production cannot exceed 20,000 kilograms of iron, it will be a loss. After all, half of the increased grain production must be given to Zhao.
"I said it is 50%, but the King of Han should know clearly how much South Korea will increase production and how much food will be shipped to Zhao. The 10,000 kilograms of pig iron I mentioned is just to get 50% of the food.
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As for the increase in production that King Han is worried about, I can promise you that if the total grain output of the two countries cannot increase by 50% next year, our country, Zhao, can do without these ten thousand kilograms of pig iron." Zhao Kuo said.
Don't even think about it. No matter how much South Korea and Wei increase their production, they will definitely give Zhao less food.
It is impossible for Zhao Guo to check every acre of land. As long as it is not too excessive, he can only choose to acquiesce.
These ten thousand kilograms of iron are to make up for this part of the grain.
"In addition, the stirrup and saddle technology, as well as the catapult technology, were originally gifted to Wei and South Korea unconditionally by me. The monarchs of the two countries should know how useful these three things are." Zhao Kuo said in a deep voice.
At the beginning, he gave the stirrups and saddles to Wei and South Korea without any reservation. As a result, these two countries still do not have established cavalry.
The Qin State stole it, and within two months, all the cavalry were equipped with stirrups and saddles.
Zhao Kuo can only say that there are gaps between countries.
King Han was silent for a moment and gave a salute: "Thank you King Zhao for your help. I agree."
"We, the State of Wei, have also agreed." King Wei also said.
"One last thing, I, the State of Zhao, are willing to help the State of Wei and South Korea form an organized cavalry, with a number of no less than five thousand." Zhao Kuo said.
"Do you really mean what King Zhao said?" King Wei and King Han couldn't sit still now, their eyes widened, and the others also looked at Zhao Kuo in disbelief.
The cavalry of Zhao State are unparalleled in the world.
This is a fact recognized by the seven countries.
Zhao Feiqi is the only cavalry spirit army in the world.
It can be said that cavalry is the foundation of Zhao's strength.
A normal monarch would have no time to hide the cavalry training methods. How could it be spread to the outside world?
If they had not known Zhao Kuo's past achievements, I am afraid that the ministers of Wei and South Korea would have regarded Zhao Kuo as a fool.
"Your Majesty, no!" Lian Po and Tian Dan quickly tried to dissuade him, looking panicked and unprepared.
In fact, Zhao Kuo had already discussed it with them yesterday, but now it was just a show to show to King Wei and King Han.
Zhao Kuo stretched out his hand to indicate to the generals that there was no need to dissuade him any more, and then nodded, "Seriously."
Stirrups and saddles have spread. With these two things, the difficulty of cavalry training is greatly reduced. Even without the help of Zhao, Wei and South Korea will be able to train cavalry sooner or later.
Instead of doing this, it would be better for Zhao to personally help Wei and South Korea train cavalry. Only with cavalry can the two countries have the strength to fight against Qin.
We can't let Zhao go to the front when facing Qin's cavalry in the future, while Wei and South Korea hide behind, right?
Moreover, Zhao Guo can also take this opportunity to exchange for some benefits.