"As for the hit rate, one in ten is already pretty good. If it's close-quarters combat at sea, the situation will be a bit better, but the artillery and fleet of Dongfu Kingdom are more agile, so it won't be much better," Governor Yan said, sounding somewhat discouraged.
The cannon is a weapon that only appeared in Daze Kingdom ten years ago, but Dongfu Kingdom has a history of more than a hundred years. This technology cannot compare with that of Dongfu Kingdom.
Qiao Lian looked around and saw craters and buildings damaged by cannons everywhere. Many watchtowers had been rebuilt, but fortunately, the naval headquarters was sheltered by mountains in the fjord and was not greatly affected.
This is why, despite being very angry with the Eastern Fu Kingdom, the emperor was still willing to accept the marriage alliance, as each attack was too costly for the country's resources.
"I just took a good look. The navy's training is rigorous, their combat skills are high, and their physical fitness is strong. This is the result of Governor Yan's excellent training and supervision. However, some technical aspects need to be improved as much as possible to make them play a greater role. And this may be more crucial."
"I have visited many countries, including Dongfu, and have studied the use of weapons in various countries. I can learn from their strengths and discard their weaknesses for our own use. I wonder if Governor Yan can trust me."
Governor Yan was not a rigid person. He was well aware of the combat capabilities of these cannons, which were only in their initial stages. If their firepower could be increased by 10% or 20%, it would improve the chances of victory and reduce casualties in the Daze Kingdom's navy.
Compared to that, what does losing one artillery piece matter?
If Princess Zhenguo doesn't have the ability in this area, it's just a matter of losing one cannon, which will make her give up on this idea.
So he said, "Tear it down, so that Princess Zhenguo can have a good look at the structure inside."
While the soldiers were struggling to dismantle the cannons, Qiao Lian'er took another look at the gunpowder and shells.
These two aspects are not backward; they are about the same level as those of Dongfu Kingdom. The main problem lies in the construction of the cannon barrel itself.
Just like a person who is physically weak, even if you give them the strongest lungs and internal organs, they won't be able to function properly.
Once the dismantling was nearly complete, the internal structure was fully revealed. Qiao Lian'er compared it with the most advanced cannons available in ancient times within the space, and the difference was significant.
She said, "Governor Yan, I will draw a cannon design. Based on the design, I will have the Ordnance Manufacturing Bureau work overnight to urgently produce a new type of cannon. It would be even better if we could test it tomorrow."
Governor Yan had no idea what Qiao Lian'er had figured out, nor did he know what her plan was.
However, since it was just a matter of building one, and it wouldn't cost much, they agreed.
Judging from his tone, he didn't seem to have any expectations, but Qiao Lian'er didn't care.
Upon entering the naval headquarters, she quickly prepared the plans: "In fact, we only need to make improvements to the existing artillery, which will save costs."
Governor Yan picked up the blueprints and looked at them again and again. Various functions had been adjusted, but the overall structure had not changed much.
He couldn't see anything; these things only become clear when put into practice.
The blueprints were then handed over to the officer in charge.
"The cannons in Daze Kingdom only came into existence ten years ago. Many officials from the Ministry of Works and the Ministry of War have racked their brains over them. If the results are not good, Princess Jian Guo should not take it to heart," Governor Yan reassured Qiao Lian'er.
Pei Shijiu chuckled to himself, while Governor Yan looked at him, completely unaware of what was going on.
"General, rest assured, Princess Zhenguo has never made a mistake before." Pei Shijiu said with pride.
Governor Yan didn't know what to say for the moment, so he said, "Then let's wait and see tomorrow."
He also hoped for improvements and enhancements, as coastal defense is a matter of national importance.
At dawn, as the sky began to lighten, a thick fog blanketed the sea.
Pei Dun directed the ship forward. Through the thick fog, he held up something in his hand, a gift from Princess Zhenguo, which was said to be called a telescope.
From a distance, he saw dozens of warships heading in his direction, none of which were flying national flags.
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