There is no need to say more about what happened next.
Yang Ting followed the plan and issued the order.
For a while, people were planting grass and planting flags all over the Great Wall, and from time to time, several groups of soldiers would run past. It looked like it was crowded and lively.
Privately, Yang Ting took the time to urgently transfer her troops to Ci County.
Everything is done under information blackout.
It is said that it is not easy to maintain "secrecy" in the era of cold weapons.
Fortunately, in modern times, we all use telephones, telegraphs, etc. to transmit messages.
Although these things are delivered quickly, they are traceable and easier to block.
Such as cutting off the phone line, radio silence, etc.
On the contrary, it was even more difficult to block it in ancient times when the equipment was backward.
Because at this time, spies would use carrier pigeons, secret codes, letters, etc. to transmit information, which can be said to be impossible to guard against.
Fortunately, the Qin army had strict military discipline.
In fact, it was not just the strict military discipline, but the Qin army's adoption of the continuous sitting system.
The so-called joint sitting system is that the Qin army is organized into a unit of troops. If one person commits a crime, the other four will be held jointly responsible.
Therefore, at any time, there will be four people watching around anyone, and any abnormality will be quickly discovered and reported.
Under this strict, rigorous, and even harsh system, it was difficult for spies to sneak into the Qin army.
At the same time, it is difficult for traitors to appear within the Qin army.
Even if there are traitors and spies, it will be difficult to spread the information.
After everything was almost arranged, Liuxu served Yang Ting a pot of turbid wine.
Liuxu has served Yang Ting for many years and knows that Yang Ting is accustomed to drinking a few drinks to relieve fatigue after busy work.
It is said that in this era, wine is a luxury item. Even soldiers in the army can only drink a bowl before going to war or going to the battlefield.
If ordinary people want to drink, they can only share some sacrifices during the sacrifice.
If ordinary people drink alcohol casually, it will be another crime if they are found out.
There are many similar laws in the Qin State, such as stipulating that ordinary people cannot wear silk socks, shoes, etc.
This seems to be a kind of discrimination against the common people... Why can't common people do it but only high-ranking officials can?
But in fact, this is a legal requirement for people to be frugal.
In order to devote as much material and manpower to the war as possible.
After a few glasses of wine, Liu Xu started chatting:
"Miss."
"That Zhang Xuan is considered a figure in the army. I don't want to be humiliated by Shen Bing today!"
"Shen Bing's mouth is really amazing!"
Yang Ting smiled and shook her head.
"You still think that Shen Bing is just talking?"
"Which of the words he said today could only be thought of if he was not well versed in the art of war?"
LiuXu couldn't help but be confused after hearing this.
"Well versed in the art of war?"
"Miss, you mean... that Shen Bing has learned the art of war?"
"But he is just a drill sergeant, so how could he..."
No wonder the catkins are strange.
Qin's education system is a system for cultivating talents.
The second generation of rich people, the second generation of officials, or outstanding people among the common people will be converted into disciples to specialize in learning.
Those who have disciple status do not need to serve in the military. Only after completing their studies will their disciple status be removed and sent to serve in the military.
They usually serve as officers and lead troops in combat, such as Zhang Xuan.
If Shen Bing had learned the art of war, he would not be a drill sergeant.
Yang Ting sipped her wine, thoughtfully. (Note 1)
"I'm also surprised by this."
"If Shen Bing is not a disciple, then where does his art of war come from?"
"It doesn't seem right to say that he has learned the art of war, because the art of war he is talking about is not what we have learned."
"Although we can find some similarities, some places seem to be much better."
These words only surprised Liu Xu so much that her jaw almost dropped.
"Miss, you are saying that Shen Bing's military skills are better than that of Sun Wu?"
Yang Ting shook her head.
"It's not that he is better than Sun Wu, it's just..."
"I can't tell. He is like a mystery."
…
If Shen Bing heard these words, he would definitely be surprised.
Yang Ting saw clearly that Shen Bing was not better than Sun Wu.
But Shen Bing possesses modern strategy, tactical vision, and rich knowledge.
These made him shine on the battlefield with even less brilliance than Sun Wu.
While the master and servant were discussing, suddenly a cloud arrow shot straight into the air with a scream.
Yang Ting's expression suddenly changed and she said.
"No, Zhao Jun is here!"
"They came so quickly."
After Shen Bing left the captain's camp, he returned to the artillery division.
As soon as he came back, he pulled Xun aside.
"Master, it's time to improve the trebuchet!"
Xun looked at Shen Bing in surprise.
"More improvements?"
"You mean you still have ways to improve the trebuchet?"
Xun was secretly shocked.
The improved trebuchet has doubled its range, which can be regarded as a miraculous workmanship that is astounding to the gods.
As a craftsman, if you have such a work, it will be enough to show off for a lifetime and even leave a name in history.
This is the honor that Xun and other craftsmen only dream of obtaining.
But this guy actually has ways to improve?
And you said it so easily?
It's like talking about how full you were after eating just now, and whether you had a good sleep last night.
God, will you let people live?!
Shen Bing didn't notice the strange expression on Xun's face. He looked at the trebuchet and answered lightly:
"Of course, there are still many areas for improvement."
"For example, the axle is too small. It can be enlarged and the grip added."
"Also, if the tip of the cannon is thickened and lengthened, heavier stone projectiles can be thrown farther!"
"But these are small things. The most important thing now is to improve the counterweight."
"master."
"master?"
…
Shen Bing was shocked to find that Xun was stunned like an old monk in trance, and he called him several times before waking him up.
Then he said "oh".
"I'm fine, I'm fine..."
"You mean, um, improved counterweights!"
"How can it be improved?"
Shen Bing answered without thinking:
"Of course the counterweight should be changed into a one-piece type."
"There are many disadvantages to using baskets of stones as counterweights."
"The basket is easy to break and fall off. It can only hold stones, and it will swing back and forth during launch, which affects the accuracy."
"It's different to make a one-piece wooden box and fix it on the gun tip."
"It can even hold sand as a counterweight."
"Sand and soil can be found everywhere, especially when marching, the sand and soil can be discharged and temporarily loaded again before fighting."
…
"Master, are you okay?"
"Are you tired from working all day long?"
Xun couldn't help but cough, and raised his hand with difficulty to shake it at Shen Bing.
Shen Bing stepped forward and stroked his back and patted his chest. It took him a long time to regain his breath.
"I'm fine, I'm fine!" Xun Shuo said breathlessly, "Oh, my master... is already old!"
At this time, suddenly a cloud-piercing arrow flew into the sky.
Shen Bing couldn't help but frown.
"Is it Zhao Jun?"
"They came so quickly!"
"I'm afraid the Qin army hasn't fully mobilized its troops yet!"