Everyone's thoughts were extremely complicated as they climbed up the city wall once again. Naturally, they were very familiar with the city wall. However, this time, they felt somewhat nervous as they climbed up the city wall that they had placed their trust in. They felt that the ground beneath their feet was somewhat unstable. However, when they saw Li Shimin and Meton taking the lead to climb up the wall, they felt a little relieved.
The last time they came, they only wanted to see the power of the gunpowder. Although the gunpowder was powerful, it only damaged the surface of the wall. At most, it would only leave a black mark or a few loose bricks.
However, it was different this time. The entire wall was blasted open more than ten feet and broke into two. Everyone looked at the broken wall and the scene of desolation. One could imagine the shock in their hearts.
The mood of the generals was very dignified. From another perspective, if they were standing on the wall at that time, no matter how many weapons and soldiers they had, no matter how well prepared they were, they wouldn't be able to escape the moment the wall was breached. If the wall was breached, only death would await them. Even if they were lucky enough to escape, they wouldn't be able to escape death.
"Could it be that they cut corners?"
Zhangsun Shunde couldn't believe it. He boldly went to the edge of the broken wall and looked at it. Meton's wall was built not long ago. He was afraid that it wasn't that strong.
However, to his disappointment, Morton did not skimp on the materials. Instead, he used the real thing. All the city walls were made of the best bricks and mud, and they were all glued together with glutinous rice juice. They were not inferior to ordinary city walls.
In fact, this section of the wall was built by Meton first. The purpose was to test the power of the explosion. It could be said that it was the strongest section of the wall. But even so, it still couldn't withstand the power of gunpowder.
Li Shimin couldn't help but check it again. He couldn't accept this fact. This was indeed a wall made of real materials. Meton wasn't exaggerating. Gunpowder could really destroy a city.
"There is such a divine weapon in the world?" Cheng Yaojin couldn't help but be shocked. The generals also nodded. They still hadn't recovered from their shock.
"How much gunpowder did the firearms supervisor use this time?" Li Shimin suddenly turned and asked.
Merton chuckled and extended five fingers. "A total of five thousand kilograms of gunpowder."
Five thousand catties of gunpowder was almost a ten-year production for the Firearms Division. According to Moton's price, five thousand catties of gunpowder was worth at least fifty thousand taels of silver. It was a sky-high price, and with the destruction of the city walls, it was even more expensive.
However, this time, Li Shimin didn't feel any heartache at all. Instead, he was endlessly happy. Even if this weapon was ten times more expensive, it would still be worth it.
"How much gunpowder do we have left?" Li Shimin suppressed his excitement and asked.
Meton replied, "Currently, the Firearms Division has 2,500 kilograms of finished gunpowder and 5,000 kilograms of gunpowder in storage. Moreover, at present, the Firearms Division can produce 5,000 catties of gunpowder every ten days. If there is enough saltpeter, and we increase the number of craftsmen, this output can be increased. "
"The Western Punitive Expedition wants all of this gunpowder. We'll take as much as we can get in the future," Li Jing said impatiently. If this weapon was used properly, it would definitely decide the outcome of the battle. Li Jing naturally wouldn't let it go.
Upon hearing this, Meton immediately looked at Li Shimin. Li Shimin slowly nodded and said, "The Firearms Division will make all the gunpowder in storage into gunpowder and give it to the Western Punitive Expedition."
This Western Punitive Expedition must be won. The Tang dynasty naturally had to do its best to win this battle. Li Shimin naturally wouldn't be pedantic and hold on to a sharp weapon without using it.
Meton nodded and cupped his hands. "General Li, don't worry. I'll have the Firearms Division make gunpowder. I guarantee that all of it will be sent to Lanzhou before the battle."
At this time, the army hadn't set out yet. Even if the road was smooth, it would take at least half a month for the army to reach Lanzhou from Chang 'an. Even so, it was already an amazing speed.
However, Li Jing shook his head and said, "I don't only need gunpowder. Merton, you! "
"Me!" Meton suddenly pointed at himself in surprise and asked in disbelief.
Li Jing nodded and said, "Gunpowder weapons were invented by Marquis Mo. Other than you who knows how to use them, who else can use them well? Naturally, we need Marquis Mo to command the gunpowder weapons this time."
In fact, Li Jing's words were somewhat exaggerated. Gunpowder weapons were simple and easy to use. As long as the method was used, it didn't make a difference who used it. However, gunpowder was too important. If it was put in his hands, it would probably attract criticism. Therefore, the most suitable weapon to manage gunpowder naturally belonged to Meton.
Moreover, Meton was a boy who repeatedly came up with strange ideas. Bringing Meton along might bring unexpected gains.
Li Shimin naturally didn't think of this point. He nodded and said, "Okay, let Meton lead the Firearms Division to Tuyuhun."
When Meton heard this, he immediately bowed and said, "I obey!"
This Battle of Tuyuhun happened a year ahead of schedule because of his promotion. Moreover, one of the goals of the Western Punitive Expedition was the Qinghai Salt Lake. Naturally, he was included. Originally, he was prepared to wait until the war was over before starting the salt production industry. Now, there wasn't much of a problem.
Li Jing immediately nodded with satisfaction and said, "When Merton first entered Chang 'an City, he wrote three frontier poems. His name shook Chang' an City. This time, he is joining the army. Won't that be a good story?"
The group of generals immediately burst into laughter and congratulated Modun.
At the side, Zhangsun Shunde's eyes turned red with jealousy. He had tried his best, but had not been able to squeeze into the western expedition's name list. Yet, the son of the Mo Clan had easily obtained it. How could he feel at ease?
"The Western Punitive Expedition list has been decided. All guards should immediately prepare. In three days, we will immediately set off." Li Shimin shouted.
"We obey!" The generals immediately said solemnly.
At this point, the Martial Arts Demonstration was over. The army that set off from Chang 'an City consisted of six guards and one supervisor. Although the Firearms Supervisor was small, after this Martial Arts Demonstration, no one dared to look down on the Firearms Supervisor. Everyone knew that the Firearms Supervisor's future potential would be limitless with the use of gunpowder.
After Li Shimin left, the generals also left. After all, there were only three days left. Although they had already prepared, it was still very hurried.
"Chancellor, you mean that the Firearms Supervisor will also participate in the Western Punitive Expedition?"
When Meton told the cavalry about the Western Punitive Expedition, Xue Rengui and the others didn't dare to believe it.
Hearing this, Meton rolled his eyes and said, "Of course. Other than you, who else will use gunpowder? Don't tell me you want the craftsmen of the Firearms Supervisor to go?"
"Oh! Thank you, Chancellor! "Xue Rengui said excitedly.
Although the cavalry were all elites in the army, their status was unique and they had very few opportunities to go to the battlefield. How could they not be excited to participate in the Western Punitive Expedition?
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