Chapter 489 The real cannon is here!

Chapter 489 The real cannon is here!

"Prime Minister, what kind of new weapon is it that you attach such great importance to it?" After everyone arrived at the designated location, Han Xin followed Gao Yao and dismounted. He approached with curiosity and asked impatiently.

Gao Yao walked forward slowly, turned his head to look at the people behind him, and asked with a smile: "Haha, there has always been such a legend that a general should have the ability to take the head of an enemy general in the midst of thousands of troops. However, do you think that in reality, there is really anyone who can achieve such a feat?"

Hearing this, Han Xin's eyes turned and he responded without hesitation: "Of course it must be the Prime Minister! Prime Minister, your bravery is unparalleled in ancient and modern times. It is as easy as taking the head of a general in the midst of thousands of troops, just like taking something out of a bag!"

Han Xin was not stupid. This was a great opportunity to please and flatter Gao Yao. How could he miss it? Moreover, he really thought so in his heart. Thinking back to the Battle of Kuaiji, the scene of Gao Yao and Xiang Yu fighting fiercely shocked everyone present. From Han Xin's perspective, it would be difficult to find another person in the world who could surpass Gao Yao in terms of martial arts.

"This is not feasible! If we follow the conventional marching and deployment methods, even if you have a strong force like mine, will you easily let me charge in front of you?" Faced with Han Xin's endless flattery, Gao Yao was not overwhelmed, but asked this question calmly.

For a moment, Han Xin was stunned, his mouth slightly opened, but he could not respond immediately. He thought to himself: Yes, if I really encounter this situation, I will definitely not sit idly by, I will definitely set up a lot of defenses to block the opponent's attack. Thinking of this, Han Xin couldn't help but show a little embarrassment, and even a thin layer of sweat seeped out of his forehead.

At this moment, Xiao He, who had been standing aside in silence, finally came to the rescue. He gently patted Han Xin on the shoulder and shook his head slightly. Han Xin immediately understood what he meant and bowed, saying, "I hope the Prime Minister will teach me and explain the secret!"

Gao Yao smiled slightly when he saw this, but did not explain much. He just turned around and walked forward, motioning everyone to follow him, and then led them straight to the village. Along the way, everyone who met Gao Yao bowed and greeted him respectfully. Gao Yao was also amiable, nodding and smiling in return, and methodically instructed his followers to distribute the many gifts they brought with them to the villagers.

The gifts Gao Yao brought were not ordinary things. There were neither ingots of heavy gold and silver treasures nor boxes of copper coins. Instead, there were pieces of fine silk with excellent texture and bright colors; bottles of fragrant, mellow and sweet wines; piles of fresh and various seasonal fruits; and piles of precious and rare ancient books... These dazzling gifts made the villagers smile and feel extremely grateful to Gao Yao.

The smart people here have basically expected that it would be difficult to leave, but fortunately, they have no worries about food and drink, and Gao Yao has also given these people's descendants the qualification to enjoy high treatment. Children who have reached a certain age can go to the Shangshan Academy in the county to study and receive the instruction of the Four Elders of Shangshan. After graduation, they can directly become officials. The only difference is that they will have less time to come back.

Under the leadership of Gao Yao, they soon arrived at the location near the sea, where someone had already prepared. In the eyes of Han Xin and his companions, there appeared in front of them a few long, round, black iron-like objects, which were placed on a specially shaped wooden stake.

On this inky black object, there was a relatively simple dragon pattern that was carefully carved. The dragon's body was winding and its scales were lifelike, as if it could break free from the dark surface and fly up at any time. From a distance, it really looked majestic and majestic.

"Prime Minister, this is...?" At this time, Xiao He could no longer suppress his curiosity, and walked forward quickly and asked.

Gao Yao just nodded slightly to show his affirmation, but did not explain much. His face was calm as water, his eyes were firm, he raised his hand and waved it gently behind him. Several well-trained soldiers immediately stepped forward and began to operate this mysterious object with skillful movements. They worked together to adjust the position of the muzzle and steadily aimed it at the towering, steep and dangerous cliff in the distance.

Han Xin, Zhang Liang, Xiao He and Cao Shen, who were standing nearby, were all puzzled when they saw this scene. They looked at each other, wondering what this new thing was and what amazing effect it would bring. Just as everyone was thinking, a personal soldier hurried to Gao Yao's side, bowed and saluted, and whispered: "Prime Minister, everything is ready!"

Gao Yao nodded and took a burning torch from the soldier. Then, without hesitation, he extended the torch to the fuse. A slight but rapid sound of "hiss, hi, hi..." was heard, and the fuse was instantly ignited, sparks flew everywhere, and it spread forward like a fire dragon along the fuse.

"Bang...Boom..." When Han Xin and others were still staring at the fuse that was burning fiercely and gradually extending to the inside of the iron pipe with puzzled eyes, suddenly, a shocking, deafening, dull noise exploded without warning!

The loud noise was like thunder that exploded out of nowhere, as if it was going to tear the whole world apart. In an instant, Han Xin and the others' bodies trembled violently involuntarily, and their hearts seemed to be tightly grasped by an invisible big hand. Fear and astonishment instantly occupied their hearts.

However, this was just the beginning. As the deafening explosion sounded, the cliff not far away was instantly blown to pieces as if it had encountered a doomsday catastrophe. Large chunks of rock broke apart, turning into countless rubble that poured down like raindrops and fell directly into the turbulent sea.

What was jaw-dropping was that the destructive force of the explosion actually spanned a full three hundred steps! Such an astonishing power was beyond imagination, and everyone present couldn't help but gasp.