amaotonovel Chapter 793 Fire the cannons, blast their mothers!
Chapter 793 Fire the cannons, blast their mothers!
When the lookout on the mast signaled that the Japanese horizon was visible in the distance, Zhu Biao took out a token from his person and handed it to Yu Tongyuan, saying solemnly, "Marquis of Nan'an, from my time onwards, the entire fleet is now under your command."
Yu Tongyuan immediately perked up.
"Treasure ship port side cannons, four cannons per group, five ammunition loads, barrage advance, salvo!"
"Warships advance to clear the ships on the sea, followed by passenger ships and horse-drawn boats, and then set up artillery positions after landing."
"..."
As Yu Tongyuan issued a series of orders, the entire treasure ship fleet began to change formation.
The treasure ship moved forward and turned sideways, its port side forming two parallel straight lines with the Japanese coastline. The gun ports were opened, and the soldiers in charge of operating the cannons adjusted the elevation of the cannons. Four cannonballs, with sharp and piercing whistles, hurtled straight toward the Japanese coastline.
The deafening explosion echoed from afar, and Yang Shaofeng perked up.
"A strong wind rises, and the clouds fly high!"
"Fire the cannons! Bomb them to hell!"
"A mighty warship, guarding the four directions!"
Ok?
Zhu Biao turned his head and glanced at Yang Shaofeng.
Isn't this the "Song of the Great Wind" by Emperor Gaozu of Han, Liu Bang? How dare you change it so incongruously?
And what's with this "open the cannons, blast their mothers" nonsense? You're supposed to be the imperial son-in-law of the Ming Dynasty and the Duke of Ying, yet you're spouting such vulgarities!
However, the first two lines of the original "Song of the Great Wind" are straightforward and unrestrained, while the third line suddenly reveals anxiety about an uncertain future. The last line of the revised version, "There are great ships, guarding the four directions," is more ambitious and full of aspirations.
In contrast to Zhu Biao's inward complaints, Yu Tongyuan, the Marquis of An'nan and Grand Admiral of the Dengzhou Navy, who had just issued a series of military orders, gave a thumbs up: "Your Highness, what a fine piece of writing! What a wonderful poem! This poem is so captivating!"
"Especially that line, 'Open fire, blast their mothers!' It really hit the nail on the head!"
"Happy! So happy!"
Zhu Biao's eyes darted around, and he chimed in, "There's one last line: 'The Ming Dynasty has powerful warships that guard the four directions.' Even if this line were submitted to the imperial examination, it would be considered a remarkable and magnificent piece of writing. The lofty aspirations contained within it are beyond the comprehension of ordinary people."
After a slight pause, Zhu Biao added, "If Luo Guanzhong saw this scene and heard my brother-in-law's poem, he would probably write it into the Romance of the Three Kingdoms, and the amount of ink he wrote about it would probably be even greater than that of my cousin."
Ok?
Yang Shaofeng immediately became wary.
It's understandable that Yu Tongyuan said that I have good writing skills. After all, this guy followed his brother to be a river pirate in Chaohu in his early years and didn't have much education. It's perfectly normal for him to be like-minded with Commander Zhang.
If it were Jin'er or Yu'er praising me like that, it would be easy to understand, because "my wife praises me because she loves me."
But Zhu Biao, this black sesame dumpling, is different. This guy has actually studied properly. If he were to participate in the imperial examination, even without writing "My Emperor Father," he would still be among the top three in the first rank.
As the saying goes, a weasel... no, perhaps his black sesame dumplings are a weasel, but I absolutely cannot be a chicken.
Well, as the saying goes, "Those who offer unsolicited kindness are either up to no good or are thieves," and "Those who praise me are seeking something from me." Zhu Biao's praise of my poem with that black sesame dumpling was definitely not well-intentioned.
After praising Yang Shaofeng a few times against his conscience, Zhu Biao unfolded a map of the Yan Kingdom: "I've been thinking that although the Crown Prince's Palace has enough manpower, there aren't many who are truly capable."
"Moreover, the commander of the Crown Prince's personal guards is too strong, and not just anyone can suppress him."
"So, I'm thinking of asking my brother-in-law for a few more people."
Yang Shaofeng was slightly taken aback and asked, "How many?"
Zhu Biao said matter-of-factly, "Two. I'm not greedy. I'll just ask my brother-in-law for two people. One is Lu Buping, the magistrate of Qixia County, and the other is Li Hai, the captain of the Ningyang Thousand-Household Garrison."
As Zhu Biao finished speaking, Yang Shaofeng almost burst out laughing in anger.
Lu Buping served as the magistrate of Qixia County for three years, and his performance and conduct were good enough for promotion.
The reason he hasn't been transferred yet is because Qixia County is researching ways to improve apples.
Suddenly, the county magistrate, Lu Buping, was transferred away. Who knows what kind of person the new county magistrate will be?
As for Li Hai, although he was only a captain, his ability to lead troops and his own strength were probably above those of ordinary commanders or even generals. Even three hundred noble descendants such as Chang Sheng and Chang Mao were completely subdued by him.
Yang Shaofeng was even considering asking Lao Deng for more personnel, transferring Li Hai's post from Ningyang Thousand Household Office to the Prince Consort's Mansion.
Now look what's happened! Zhu Biao, that black sesame dumpling, is about to take Lu Buping and Li Hai away with just one bite of his mouth.
You have excellent taste!
Yang Shaofeng said with a dark face, "Your Highness, please choose someone else. We can't give you either of these two."
Zhu Biao chuckled twice and said, "There are only two of them. What is there for brother-in-law to be reluctant about? Does he really want his younger brother to go and complain to Sister Jin'er?"
Yang Shaofeng's expression was unfriendly, so Zhu Biao quickly changed his request: "If it really doesn't work, brother-in-law, could you find a way to get a few more people for me during next year's imperial examination? After all, my Crown Prince's palace is short of manpower right now. If you don't help me, who else can?"
Yu Tongyuan's eyes widened in surprise.
The smiling man in front of you is none other than the Crown Prince of the Ming Dynasty. Anyone who sees him would praise him as "gentle and refined as jade."
First, he could praise Yang Dianfeng's crooked poems against his conscience, then he could ask Yang Shaofeng for people without blushing or panting, and even threatened to complain to Princess Fu Ning.
Your Highness, you've changed!
Yang Shaofeng also looked at Zhu Biao with a completely bewildered expression.
If we don't fire some people, you'll go and complain?
Do you also want me to get you more students to participate in the imperial examinations next year?
This is bullying honest people!
Zhu Biao met his gaze without hesitation.
I've already gone against my conscience to praise your terrible poem, how dare you let me praise it for nothing?
After a long while, Yang Shaofeng said with a dark face, "One, Li Hai, Your Highness can go to the Grand Commandant's Office to ask for him later."
"As for Lu Buping, it's not that I'm reluctant to part with him, but he's involved in the cultivation of superior apple varieties in Qixia County. If he's transferred, the impact on Qixia would be too great."
"..."
Before Yang Shaofeng could finish speaking, Zhu Biao nodded and said, "Deal! I'll go to the Grand Commandant's Office to demand the person back!"
Yang Shaofeng was stunned again.
Black sesame glutinous rice balls have actually learned the windowing effect?
Good guy, really good guy!
……
Yang Shaofeng and Zhu Biao were haggling over the manpower transfer on the treasure ship, while the Japanese coast was already in dire straits.
A cannonball the size of a human head came hurtling in.
At first, the shells just hit the ground, but later they exploded in mid-air.
Numerous shell fragments and metal scraps from the shells were ejected.
It cannot be said that the one who is hit dies instantly, but it can be said that the one who is brushed against is injured.
What shocked the short men even more was that after the large number of cannons exploded, they not only fired out shrapnel, but also ignited everything that could burn.