Chapter 245 Battle of Bidoburg 1
After Bryce and Joyce entered the conference room, Derrick stood up to welcome them and asked them to sit down next to him.
More than one person frowned, because these two people were neither nobles nor knights, and it was really beneath their status to have them sit with them.
According to what many people think, they are only allowed to stand after they come in.
What is even more irritating is that these two guys had no intention of being humble at all, and just sat down like that, as if it was a matter of course.
Really, don’t you know who you are? How did Graiman teach them?
Price Parker didn't mind at all. He cleared his throat and said:
"Everyone! The last new force has arrived. Let us discuss how to deal with the Kent family! "
But I heard Viscount Johnston frowning and saying: "Your Majesty, should we set some rules first? If a situation like this happens again, it will not be good for everyone."
As soon as the Viscount finished speaking, there was a chorus of agreement. Not only the major earls came to join the battle, but also small lords such as the Viscount and the Baron.
Before Earl Parker could say anything, Derrick Heller stood up with a red face.
"Everyone, it was my recklessness that caused everyone to have a confused fight today. I hereby solemnly apologize to you!"
"Well...you can realize that That's very good."
Earl Parker stroked his beard and said calmly.
"Derrick, our alliance is a whole. Whatever you do in the future, you must discuss it with everyone and get the support of the majority of people before taking action."
"Yes, Uncle Parker, I will definitely keep your words in mind."
Seeing that Dalek softened, Price Parker felt relieved. He was afraid that this young man would be arrogant and arrogant. Go up to the cow and make the situation out of control.
This time against Maltz Kent, the power of the Heller family is indispensable. He also complained about Derrick's unauthorized actions, but he was afraid of arousing his rebellious psychology. He originally wanted to show up at the meeting Avoid talking to him at the meeting, and talk to him privately after the meeting. But I didn't expect that someone would take the initiative to mention this matter. Fortunately, Derrick took the initiative to admit his mistake. This is really the best thing.
Earl Parker changed the subject: "So, how did you break through?"
Derrick replied: "Speaking of this, I have to thank the Alda army that just arrived today. ! They were the ones who defeated the Kent family’s pursuers.”
Upon hearing what he said, everyone here suspected that their ears had heard it wrong. When Derrick came back, there was still a team of more than 100 knights, so there must be more pursuers from the Kent family than them, right? The pursuers who could not be stopped by the knights of the Heller family were actually dealt with by the Arda people?
Derrick stood up and bowed to Bryce and Joyce first, which made them a little scared and quickly stood up. A high-ranking noble bowed to them, a scene they had never imagined since they were children.
Then Derrick told the story of the battle in detail.
The more people here listened, the more incredible they became. What about "fire crossbows" and "thunder hammers"? Do these weapons really exist? And the power is the same as in the legend.
But they still chose to believe that even if they were saved by the Arda people, there was no need for Derrick to brag for them.
"It's incredible. Can you let us see this weapon?"
Earl Parker's eyes widened and he asked what most people were thinking.
Bryce and Joyce looked at each other, and the commander of the 1st Infantry Battalion stood up and said: "Of course, sirs, but we have to find an open place first."
Since it is a coordinated operation, there is no need to hide it too much. It is still necessary to let the friendly forces understand the effectiveness of their weapons, otherwise how can they fight together.
……
In the open space to the north of the coalition station, the sound of gunfire shook the sky, the roar of artillery, and the air was filled with choking smoke.
Bryce arranged for a company of infantry and an artillery crew to demonstrate the legendary "Fire Crossbow" and "Thunder Hammer" to the coalition generals.
A row of human-shaped targets used for soldiers to practice swordsmanship were beaten to pieces by them.
“A magic weapon, a magic weapon!” People present sighed repeatedly. Not to mention the huge power, the momentum alone could scare away a large number of people.
Derrick couldn't take his eyes off it. Although he had seen the battle of Arda's army before, it was still far away at that time, but now after watching it up close, the feeling was completely different from before.
Seeing everyone's reaction, Bryce shrugged to Joyce. Now besides the porcelain and cans, Alda had another thing that others were worried about.
But they were fearless. The standing army of more than 2,000 people, plus thousands of militiamen who had been trained in basic military skills, gave them confidence.
Want it? Come and grab it if you can!
Sure enough, many people immediately expressed their willingness to buy.
"I'm sorry, gentlemen, this is not something we can decide. If you really want to buy it, please go to Lake Town to find Earl Grayman."
Bryce shook his head and said The trouble was thrown to Paul.
In fact, Huxin Town has discussed many times whether to sell firearms to the outside world. After all, selling weapons is definitely a huge profit industry, and selling firearms is unique in the world.
With the simple structure of today's muskets and cannons, once they are obtained by others, it is very easy to imitate them. It is better to make a lot of money before others imitate them, and take advantage of the technical advantages to build Establish a reputation of "original and authentic, reliable quality", and then use the money earned to invest in the research and development of new technologies.
The cycle goes on and on, always maintaining technological advantages and staying ahead of others.
To reduce the threat from external acquisition of firearms, the only thing that is relatively easy to control is the formula of gunpowder. A musket and a cannon without gunpowder is just a pile of scrap metal. In ancient times, there was a magical weapon called "Hellfire". It was lost because it was kept secret...
What is the value of Huxin Town? The result of the discussion on the external sale of firearms is always "after establishing absolute military superiority in the northwest Gulf, choose the appropriate period to sell firearms." However, this "appropriate time" is always delayed again and again.
But before the appropriate period arrives, you can whet the appetite of potential customers.
With no success, Derrick asked anxiously: "Then can I try the 'Fire Crossbow' with my own hands?"
"Of course, Master Heller, you can use my The short ones. In fact, we named them 'muskets', and the big ones were called 'cannons'."
Bryce generously drew his pistol, loaded it and handed it to him.
“Ha! Thank you.”
Derrick took the gun with an excited face, as anxious as a child who got a new toy.
"Oh! Be careful, don't point it at your own people."
Hearing Bryce's reminder, the people around him exclaimed and dispersed, leaving Darley one after another. Ke stayed away, and then they remembered that the thing in Master Heller's hand could kill people.
"Don't worry!"
Following Bryce's instructions, Derrick pointed the pistol at the humanoid target in front of him, and then pulled the trigger.
“Bump!”
The sound of gunfire rang out, and the humanoid target in front was hit so that sawdust flew away.
“This is how it feels! This is how it feels!”
Derrick looked happy, feeling the wonderful feeling of slight numbness in his hand while touching the pistol fondly.
“I want to try it too!”
“Give me a try first!”
The onlookers crowded over and rushed to make requests.
(End of this chapter)