Chapter 203: Verbal Battle with Cui Hao
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The court was so silent that even the sound of a pin dropping could be heard. The ministers looked at Xiao Ming, each with their own thoughts.
After a while, Emperor Xiao Wenxuan looked at Xiao Ming and asked, “Prince Qi, is this cannon matter true?”
Xiao Ming replied, “Father Emperor, the cannon is real. However, I simply changed the name of the fire tube. The cannon looks similar to the fire tube, but its range has been increased.”
“I see.”
Xiao Wenxuan nodded. Xiao Ming did not hide the matter of the cannon, which made him feel reassured.
At this point, Cui Hao said, “Since that’s the case, Your Highness should hand over the cannon technology. Whether it’s a fire tube or a cannon, as long as it can defeat the barbarians, Your Highness should contribute it for the sake of the Great Yu Empire.”
With just a few words, the topic in court shifted from rewarding achievements to demanding the cannon technology. This shift in focus was exactly what Cui Hao and his faction intended.
They were unhappy that the Prince of Qi and Prince Wei would receive rewards. For Cui Hao, extracting the cannon technology was his true goal.
“Hand over the cannon technology? Cui Dafu, you’re so concerned about this tech—it makes me uneasy. Everyone knows you’re always soft on the barbarians, practically licking their toes. If I hand over the cannon tech, are you planning to gift it to the barbarians?” Xiao Ming said coldly.
“Your Highness, how could you insult this old official like that? I have always acted for the peace of Great Yu. And yet you doubt my loyalty? Your Majesty, you must stand up for me!”
With that, Cui Hao fell to his knees and cried out.