Chapter 261 Presenting Artillery
Emperor Defeng was in a bad mood, and Xiao Yanqing wanted to take the opportunity to please him, but unexpectedly, he became the one who ran into the gun.
He was scolded so badly that he finally had to apologize to Xiao Yanheng before the matter was put to rest.
Emperor Defeng summoned officials from the Ministry of War to the Imperial Study for a meeting, while the others dismissed the court.
Xiao Yanqing looked at Xiao Yanheng with sinister eyes, and Xiao Yanheng smiled back.
In front of all the ministers, Xiao Yanqing didn't dare to say anything and could only leave angrily with his sleeves swung.
Fortunately, this incident distracted everyone and no one mentioned Xiao Yanci's contribution of presenting potatoes. This was barely good news for him.
The smile on Xiao Yanheng's face also faded, replaced by a solemn look.
After leaving the palace, he sent someone to deliver a message to Lu Zhiran.
Maybe she has her own channels to know the news first, but this is his position and attitude.
Last time, thanks to her recommendation of Albert, Xing Chuxue's life was saved.
Xing Chuxue is still recovering and will be fully recovered soon.
It was after this incident that he decided to sell the artillery to the other party.
He then accepted the treatment plan customized for him by Albert.
He didn't know if it was a psychological effect, but he felt that his old heart palpitations seemed to have eased a lot.
Mr. Qi disliked Albert from the beginning, but now the two have become close friends. They discuss Chinese and Western medicine with each other every day and are fascinated by it.
For all these things, he remembered the other person's kindness.
Lu Zhiran didn't know that such a big change had happened in the court. She happened to receive good news today.
Zhang De'an returned from Lingnan, bringing with him a cannon and several well-equipped muskets.
The remaining four cannons and muskets were sent directly to Xiping via the open sea.
"I personally inspected the details of the artillery and asked an experienced craftsman to examine it, and they confirmed that they were all good."
Lu Zhiran was overjoyed and praised Zhang De'an.
Zhang De'an continued, "The ship carrying the cannons is currently docked at the pier. I have people guarding it day and night. What should we do next?"
Lu Zhiran mused, "Wait a moment, I'll make arrangements when the time is right."
She didn't expect that the opportunity would come so soon.
As soon as she met Zhang De'an, she received a letter from Xiao Yanheng, and her heart immediately skipped a beat.
The thing I was most worried about before finally happened.
The other party finally took action against Taicang Trading Company.
The person who led and promoted all this was none other than Zhao Shuning.
Only by pushing Taicang Trading Company as the culprit can she clear herself.
There is something else fishy going on here.
Xiao Yanci's letter said that Gu Qishan had been poisoned and was in a coma. Even if he woke up, it would take some time for him to recover. Was this urgent report really from him? Lu Zhiran was very suspicious.
The opponent's knife fell on her body, and she had to fight back.
Lu Zhiran did not delay and directly handed the sign into the palace.
Emperor Defeng discussed with the officials of the Ministry of War and finally formulated a plan to send reinforcements, with Ren Zongping, the commander-in-chief of the Beijing camp, leading the troops.
Thanks to the Helianshan gold mine, the treasury of the Great Qi Dynasty was abundant, and the military supplies this time were also abundant.
The small Qiangdi country dared to invade repeatedly. This time, Emperor Defeng was determined to defeat it.
When the military official left, he saw Lu Zhiran waiting outside the door.
Everyone observed her intently and immediately understood the purpose of her visit.
She must have received the news and came to apologize.
Emperor Defeng just knew that Lu Zhiran had arrived, but he did not summon her immediately. It was half an hour later that he ordered someone to summon her in.
Lu Zhiran kowtowed and said, "Your Majesty, your servant pays respects to you."
Emperor Defeng did not call out, his eyes were indifferent, "Why did you suddenly enter the palace?"
Lu Zhiran said respectfully, "I have heard urgent news from Xiping that the Qiang flutes have once again invaded the border of Daqi. I have come to present the divine artifact to His Majesty to relieve your worries."
Upon hearing this, Emperor Defeng's expression paused slightly.
"Oh? What artifact did you get?"
"Cannons and muskets are both foreign artifacts. Cannons can fire three rounds in a row, with a range of several hundred meters. If these were transported to Xiping, what would a small Qiang flute fear?"
Emperor Defeng's originally nonchalant expression suddenly froze and turned into a serious look.
"Are you serious?"
"How dare a servant joke about such a serious matter? The cannons and muskets are currently on board a ship at the dock outside Beijing. Your Majesty can dispatch an official from the Ministry of War to personally inspect them."
Her tone was calm, neither arrogant nor impatient, and she spoke with a sense of composure and confidence that came from having everything planned out.
Emperor Defeng's mood, which had been disturbed by the urgent message, gradually calmed down, and the balance in his heart returned to normal.
He had formed a prejudice in his mind before the matter was concluded. He was really old and confused.
Emperor Defeng softened his expression and said, "Stand up and talk."
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
Lu Zhiran stood up and stood with his brows lowered and his eyes closed, his posture still very respectful.
"Tell me in detail how you got this thing."
Lu Zhiran concealed Xiao Yanheng's identity and told the story of what happened.
She and Xiao Yanheng have already completed the transaction. This batch of artillery now belongs to her, and the credit is naturally hers. There is no question of stealing the credit.
Moreover, Xiao Yanheng himself probably didn't want this credit. If he did, he wouldn't have sold the cannon to her in the first place.
After hearing this, Emperor Defeng couldn't help but sigh at Lu Zhiran's strong financial resources, which was truly remarkable.
Lu Zhiran again apologized to Emperor Defeng, saying that he had taken the initiative to transport four cannons to Xiping, and now there was only one cannon in the capital.
This move is a great help to Xiping. How could Emperor Defeng blame her?
"Pingle, you always impress me."
She always has a big trick up her sleeve, and when she does it, she'll make a splash.
Lu Zhiran said sincerely, "It is my honor to share the emperor's worries."
"Something happened in the court today that concerns you."
Lu Zhiran looked as if he was listening attentively.
Emperor Defeng spoke slowly and told Lu Zhiran what was in the urgent report. Lu Zhiran immediately looked panicked and knelt down again.
"Your Majesty, please be advised! I guarantee with my life that the goods sold by my business are absolutely genuine and fair value. I will never cheat anyone. I absolutely dare not commit any fraud. This matter must be the work of a villain."
"Of course I believe you, but this matter has become so serious that I must give an explanation to the entire court."
As the saying goes, one should be lenient when receiving favors from others. He had just accepted the benefits from Lu Zhiran, so it was naturally difficult for him to turn against her and be ruthless.
But as an emperor, he is suspicious by nature. Since the matter has been reported to him, no matter how good Lu Zhiran's reputation is, he will still be more suspicious.
Lu Zhiran touched the ground with her forehead and spoke slowly, "Your Majesty, I have the audacity to make some mean-spirited assumptions about this matter. I beg Your Majesty to forgive me."
"explain."
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