All the officers and soldiers of the Liang Family Army in the audience raised their arms and cheered: "Battle formation!"
For more than a month, in addition to going forward and running with weights, they also practiced weapons and formation according to Zhuge Ding's strict instructions.
After Zhuge Ding's strict guidance, in less than two months, they felt like they were completely transformed.
Both in terms of spirit and physical fitness, they are considered elite. They can at least ensure that orders and prohibitions are followed and actions are synchronized without chaos.
After all, they were originally selected based on the standards of top elites.
But they lack experience and mastery of military formations.
And now around them: war horses, chariots, large shields, spears, strong bows and crossbows, heavy armor...
Various configurations all prove that they are about to become the real elite division of Dazhou.
Liang Xiao spread out the formation diagram in his hand, with a stern look on his face, and his majestic and bold voice spread in all directions.
"From this moment on, you must understand that once you go to the battlefield, you must obey orders absolutely without any doubt. According to the flag, each captain will lead the troops to fight! The first new army of the Great Zhou Dynasty will be born from here! Each team will listen to make!"
In an instant, the military camp was buzzing with horns and dust was flying. The Yulin troops outside were so startled that they all came closer to watch, but were stopped by the Xuanwei inside the door.
"My emperor has an order. No one is allowed to enter without permission. You all should perform your duties!"
Facing the severe scolding from the senior Xuanwei, the Yulin army did not dare to offend and could only continue to defend.
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"Has he started practicing??"
Everyone in the Duanmu family felt like a light on their backs when they received the news.
"Hurry up and let the officials stop Liang Xiao from going to Jiangnan!"
Once Liang Xiao controls an elite army, he will be unfavorable no matter where he goes!
But the current situation in the central government is good for Liang Xiao, but not good for the family.
They did not object to Liang Xiao's external transfer, and were even happy to see the results. What they objected to was Liang Xiao's going to Jiangnan.
Jiangnan is prosperous and far away from the center. It is no different than a paradise for aristocratic families.
Their wealth and industry for generations have been gathered there!
The Ministry of Officials and the Prime Minister's Office argued until the next day, but could not come up with a solution.
On the contrary, Liang Xiao, the person involved, should be eating and drinking, keeping warm with his wife in bed, and was inseparable with Duan Yunxiu.
During this period of time, Gongsun Yue actually didn't come to visit him, which made him feel a lot more relaxed.
He really couldn't stand the cute and pitiful appearance of this girl. He always felt that he had seen her before, so he couldn't bear it, for fear of seeing her cry, even though he knew she had other intentions.
Duan Yunxiu told him that she could accept Gongsun Yue, but Gongsun Yue must not have any objections.
For him, Gongsun Yue is a member of the Jian Clan. Since their positions are different, and the Jian Clan and the Gongsun family separate Bashu, he absolutely cannot allow Duan Yunxiu and Mu Qinxue to be wronged.
Jiang Fuxue wanted to leave Beijing with him.
At present, he only has the right time and place in the capital. Once he leaves the capital, there will be dangers everywhere. It is not impossible for the Gongsun family to take advantage of the situation, take whatever he wants, and even plot to kidnap Jiang Fuxue.
Protecting his loved ones is the bottom line that he will never give in to.
Now, Liang Xiao is holding Duan Yunxiu and listening to her explain the customs and customs of Yanzhou.
The young couple has been cherishing the time before parting.
Gu Pingxiu's announcement came from outside, and Zhuge Hui was waiting for Liang Xiao in the weapons prison.
As soon as Liang Xiao arrived at the Ordnance Supervision, Zhuge Hui came out with Yang Ling, the Minister of Industry, Yang Ling, the commander of Xuanwei, and others.
"Liang Xiao, according to the bed crossbow design you provided before, the bed crossbow has been made. Let's go and see if there is anything that needs to be modified?"
"So fast?" Liang Xiao was surprised and happy.
Zhuge Hui explained: "Some materials for bed crossbows have already been prepared. Even if they are not used to make bed crossbows like yours, they will still be used to make traditional bed crossbows."
Liang Xiao suddenly realized.
Yang Ling and others' eyes were filled with anticipation.
They were loyal to the imperial power, both public and private, and they all hoped that the Zhou Dynasty would become strong and prosperous in order to protect their descendants.
For example, Yang Ling was born in a poor family and was not favored by these big families. He relied on Shizu and Zhugehui to protect him so that he could realize his ambitions.
Dazhou now needs sharp weapons to defend the city to deter Beihu's cavalry and other rebels who are ready to move.
Zhuge Hui's repeating crossbows can be fired intensively, but the range is too short and suitable for killing troops ascending the city.
For the bed crossbow provided by Liang Xiao, the empress specially arranged for Xuanwei to take care of it, and Zhuge Hui and Yang Ling personally supervised the construction to eliminate any possibility of leaking secrets.
Everyone followed Sima Ling to an empty school ground.
There are three giant bed crossbows placed on the broad command platform in the center of the school field.
Liang Xiao took a closer look, with a satisfied smile on his face.
"Looks good!"
Each bed crossbow is made of three giant bows. The crossbow string is thicker than an adult's index finger and can be pulled by the rotation of the winch shaft.
This kind of big bow cannot be pulled by ordinary people alone.
After everyone came to the stage, they looked at the giant crossbow and were quite horrified.
This is an unprecedented new weapon, more than twice the size of a traditional bed crossbow!
"Can it really be pulled?" Yang Ling asked.
A Xuanwei explained: "Yang Shangshu, we just sent Xuanwei to test it. As Marquis Lanling said, at least thirty people need to work together to pull it!"
Yang Ling said depressedly: "Wouldn't that be too labor-intensive?"
Xuanwei chuckled and pointed in the distance: "Take a look!"
Everyone followed Xuanwei's hand and couldn't help but gasped -
A spear-like crossbow bolt was driven deeply into the far wall!
"Is it launched from here?" Zhuge Hui asked in surprise.
Seeing that Zhuge Hui was so excited, Sima Ling immediately arranged for thirty Xuan guards to draw their bows together.
Only then did everyone realize that the crossbow arrows used in this bed crossbow were different from those of spears.
The arrowhead is equivalent to a sharp gun tip, and the arrow body is made of commonly used hardwood.
"Kekeke..."
Thirty people were evenly distributed on both sides of the shaft, turning together and making a dull and regular sound.
"shoot!"
Following Xuanwei's order, the arrow from the string quickly shot towards the far wall, almost embedding itself in the entire arrow body!
Zhuge Hui and others felt turbulent in their hearts.
“It’s so powerful??”
To be able to shoot a spear-like crossbow into a solid city wall, what kind of lethality does this have to be?
"How far can it shoot?" As the commander of Xuanwei, Sima Ling was usually calm and intimidating, but this time he was unusually eager.
Yang Ling said: "With such power, I conservatively estimate that the range may exceed 500 feet!"
Sima Ling's breath was stagnant and he asked urgently: "Find a place where there is no one to try?"
Liang Xiao and Zhuge Hui also agreed with Sima Ling's proposal.
The bed crossbow was pushed to the martial arts field north of the school grounds by the Xuanwei. This place was a camp dedicated to foreign troops. It happened to be empty at the moment, so it was suitable for testing.
"Giggle--"
The winch of the giant crossbow was released, and another arrow shot towards the city wall four miles away, making a sound of piercing the air!
In the astonished eyes of everyone, the giant arrow landed not far in front of the city wall and penetrated a column.
"You can actually shoot so far??"
