Zhang Hao found Zhao Donghe on the front line of Xingchang County. General Zhenxi of the country of Canglan was forming a battle formation with his men and charging at high altitude.
It must be admitted that although the country of Canglan made many small moves, the more than two hundred yuan of infants brought by Zhao Donghe were really trying their best.
There is no absolute safety in this kind of battle on the battlefield; and as long as you are on the battlefield, it is difficult to be lazy - that is irresponsible for your own life. In fact, Zhao Donghe has lost several masters here.
Zhang Hao stood on the top of the city and watched. Xingchang County's defense line collapsed in many places, and the battle was very tragic. Elite troops from the Kingdom of Jinyang often broke into the defense line.
Especially the cavalry of the Kingdom of Jinyang, all of them were cheating and flying in the sky. Their attacks were so violent that every raid could cause small-scale chaos in the legions of the Kingdom of Qixia.
However, Qixia Country also has countermeasures. As explosives technology has become more mature and mining has become more developed, a large amount of explosives of ordinary purity have been delivered to the front line. The frontline soldiers actually made grenades.
These grenades made of ordinary black iron are very simple, with a fuse, a handful of explosives, a crude iron pot made of black iron, and a wooden handle. When thrown out, any small flame spell can ignite the fuse.
, calculate the distance and throw it out.
It must be admitted that these grenades are very effective in close combat.
But the Kingdom of Jinyang is not stupid. They also made grenades using ordinary gunpowder. Although the power is not satisfactory, at least it can embolden themselves.
Compared with talismans and so on, grenades cost less and are more convenient to use - it is never too late to use the talisman after using up the grenades. In particular, activating the talisman requires real energy, and real energy is very precious on the battlefield.
Unknowingly, in less than a month, explosives have become the favorite on the battlefield. And Xingchang County relied on its advantages in explosives, artillery, etc. to withstand the attack of Jinyang Kingdom.
Human wave tactics.
But the most exciting weapon at the moment is undoubtedly the Zhang family's artillery. Especially the latest, 300 mm large-caliber artillery, is the most powerful. These artillery are not only powerful, but also very accurate - of course, thanks to the gunner
of intention.
Zhang Hao saw with his own eyes that after a cannonball flew five or six kilometers, it just wiped out an artillery brigade in the Kingdom of Jinyang. Five low-level artillery pieces were shattered and a large amount of gunpowder exploded. I don’t know how much gunpowder exploded. Anyway,
An area of more than two hundred meters in radius was cleared instantly.
The surrounding Jinyang Kingdom legions were immediately shocked. Countless people turned their heads to look at the billowing black smoke behind them and hesitated.
"We used 200,000 people to withstand the attack of more than 500,000 and nearly 600,000 people from the Kingdom of Jinyang! Explosives and artillery played an important role." Gu Xingdong, the governor of Xingchang County, quietly came to Zhang Hao's side.
He said softly, "Of course, thanks to the more than 200 yuan of infants from the Canglan Kingdom. They have blocked at least most of the masters from the Jinyang Kingdom."
Zhang Hao nodded slowly: "City Lord Gu, how long can the elixirs in Xingchang County last?"
Gu Xingdong's expression changed instantly. He hesitated for a while, and finally said slowly: "This is a military secret. But since Master Zhang is asking, I won't hide it. However, I hope it will be kept secret."
We...can last about two months, at most.
As the battle progresses, there will be less and less rest time, the soldiers will become more and more tired, and more and more people will be injured. The consumption of elixirs will only increase. Two months is just an ideal situation.
However... the Kingdom of Jinyang is now in a similar situation to ours. Their trade routes are also cut off. However, the Kingdom of Jinyang is well prepared, the country is richer, and it has harvested a number of noble families before.
In addition, it is believed that most of the elixirs lost in our country and the elixirs lost in the Kingdom of Danyang flowed into the Kingdom of Jinyang.
So now…it’s not good.”
"Where's Xinglin Hall?"
"The whole country is staring at Xinglintang, and so is the Kingdom of Jinyang. In the past few days, the Kingdom of Jinyang has organized many sneak attacks by masters, destroying a large number of medicinal fields. Xinglintang's life is not easy now."
Zhang Hao nodded slowly, "City Master Gu, I am going to discuss with Zhao Donghe to see if we can use black iron, steel, artillery, etc. specially used for alchemy to exchange for some elixirs from the Kingdom of Canglan as an emergency. I don't know City Master Gu.
Any suggestions?"
"Oh..." Gu Xingdong suddenly became interested, "It's a suggestion... It's really a bit of a suggestion. After fighting in the past few days, I found that the masters in this country of Canglan don't have many top-notch magic weapons.
I think if you could lower the price of the black iron used for alchemy a little bit and show a little sincerity, the Canglan Country would be willing to trade.
After all, they have a lot of elixirs, but not a lot of high-purity black iron.
At this point, there is great room for complementarity between us and the Country of Canglan."
"Very useful advice. Thank you."
"Thank you. As long as you have the elixirs and buy some war bonds for the elixirs here in Xingchang County, I will be satisfied. Haha..."
"There are already war bonds here?" Zhang Hao was a little surprised. It had only been a few days.
"It's very fast." Gu Xingdong was a little excited, but also a little emotional, "Princess... Well, our regent really has some tricks. Not to mention, the issuance of this war bond has really solved a lot of problems.
However, although war bonds are good, they must be based on victory. If we fail, the consequences may be more severe."
"Now that the war bonds have been issued, how much can the elixir be replenished?"
"It has just been released, and the effect is still unknown. But I think we should not be too optimistic."
Zhang Hao nodded thoughtfully. Yes, we really cannot be too optimistic. The current Qixia Country cannot be said to be exhausted, but it is somewhat like this.
Zhang Hao wanted to say some words of comfort, but Gu Xingdong pointed to the side, "Zhao Donghe is back."
Zhang Hao turned around and saw Zhao Donghe and others returning in a hurry. Many people were injured and covered in blood; Zhao Donghe was still holding a head in his hand.
Arriving at the top of the city, Zhao Donghe dropped his head and said coolly: "Seriously injure at least five of the opponents, dozens of minor injuries, and kill one of the opponents in the middle Nascent Soul stage.
We have no fatalities, but four are seriously injured, most of whom are injured. They need to rest for a while."
Gu Xingdong nodded, pointed at Zhang Hao and said, "Zhang Hao has something to tell you."
"Oh, what is it? Long story short, we need to take a rest."
Zhang Hao did not hesitate, and immediately talked about the matter, focusing on the idea of exchanging artillery, steel, black iron for alchemy, etc. for elixirs. At the end, Zhang Hao added: "This is also the complementarity of our two countries, making full use of all resources.
"
After hearing this, Zhao Donghe squeezed out a stiff and deep smile on his face: "You came at the right time. Our master Fu Yun in the transformation stage is preparing to leave today. There are also a few seriously injured people accompanying him, and there are a few more
Brothers who died in battle.
By the way, can you please guide the artillery production and combat in the country of Canglan?"
At the end of his speech, Zhao Donghe showed respect on his face.