Follow General Cao to mix the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 45 Advertising Effect
"Meet the prime minister!"

"Thanks to the prime minister's gift, I have obtained the present of Funiu Mountain. I selected high-quality steel materials, specially made a sword and a collar, and dedicated it to the prime minister to repay the prime minister's generous gift!"

The Chinese system is a five-day holiday, and the day before the holiday is a grand court meeting. The prime minister's mansion also has a regular meeting before the holiday. The blacksmith's shop in the mountain was smoky for several days, and it was specially rushed to Before the excitement of the day, Wang Hou finished forging the sword and armor, and then presented them on the day of the gathering at the prime minister's mansion.

This is called the biggest advertising effect!

The output is not enough, even if he sets foot in the weapon industry, he is not taking the route of mass production, but the route of niche luxury goods. There are not as many rich people in this era as in later generations. Under the command of Prime Minister Cao of the Central Plains, his potential buyers can have three points One of them appeared in this conference hall, of course it had to earn enough attention.

Watching Wang Hou attend the meeting, Guo Jia obviously rolled his eyes, while Yang Xiu, who is regarded as Wang Hou's "political enemy", Wang Lang and others, who are regarded as Wang Hou's "political opponents", were full of disdain and contempt.

However, Cao Cao's expression was very strange. In the face of Wang Hou's respectful tribute, he was silent for two or three seconds, and then he raised his sleeve to the guards around him with a little annoyance.

"Wang Lingguan has a heart, present it!"

It's no wonder that Cao Cao was a little unhappy, this time it was him, Wang Hou, who really wasn't very good at being a man!The quality of the steel he refined has been spread in Xudu, and then Cao Hongjie played vigorously with the big sword he made for him for several days, promoting you and rewarding your old leader. There is no such thing as saying, is there anyone like you who emphasizes color and despises leadership?
Fortunately, Mr. Cao can use him now, and Cao Hongjie's relationship is also very special. Otherwise, it is estimated that Wang Hou is already like Lin Chong. He doesn't know which remote military state fortress will be assigned to the army to look at the forage field.

But fortunately, Wang Hou is quite enlightened now, and presented the things in front of Mr. Cao, first opened the box containing the sword, grabbed the heavy broadsword, and pulled it out suddenly, with a buzzing sound, three fingers wide and blue and black Cao Cao's long sword suddenly appeared in Cao Cao's eyes.

The body of the sword is covered with blue and black staggered lines, and there are strings of water-like burning lines on the blade. Cao Cao is not a frail scholar, but he is a ruthless character who has personally fought in battle and cut people down. Even, he stood up abruptly and swung the big sword forward. Amidst the buzzing sound of the sword, the compelling sword light made the civil servants and generals standing next to each other stand in awe, and stood up from the futon in fear. Standing up, dodging backwards, after a circle of sword dancing, he returned the sword to its sheath very gracefully, took a breath slightly, Cao Cao laughed and patted the sword.

"What a sword!"

"Congratulations, my lord, for getting this precious sword. From now on, I will surely be able to overcome obstacles and help my Han Dynasty!"

I can't tell that Xun You is as good as his uncle Xun Yu on weekdays, with a rigid poker face, but at the critical moment, this flattery is faster than Guo Jia's!Obviously a step too late, he let him say the words, and glanced resentfully, Guo Jia also hurriedly clasped his fists.

"My lord's martial arts is prosperous! Swallow mountains and rivers with anger!"

"Lord Wansheng!"

"My lord dominates the country!"

At the beginning of the two, the flattery could not be stopped. The civil servants and military generals all smiled and clasped their fists, applauding Cao Cao. His face was flushed, and he was complacent with his sword in his hand. of!Suddenly, a pleasant magnetic baritone rang out in the crowd.

"My lord! I heard that you have two peerless swords, Yitian Qinghong, and the sword presented by Lord Wang today is also excellent. I am curious, and I don't know which one is better between Yitian and this sword! Dare to ask the prime minister to open your eyes for my servants!"

Standing out was a handsome guy with a slender figure. Under the Usha Lun scarf was a handsome face. He had regular facial features and a neat beard. A bow.

But this sentence made the originally lively atmosphere instantly quiet. Xun Yu, who was stroking his beard and shaking his head with a smile, obviously froze, and immediately turned his head with some reproach.As for Cao Cao, who was enjoying the compliments from his officials with his sword in his hand, the smile on his face froze, and he managed to keep it.

It was Yang Xiu who spoke!

Different from Da Sinonong Yang Feng, Yang Xiu is the son of the former Taiwei Yang Biao, and his status in the Hongnong Yang family is at the top level. Moreover, Yang Xiu is so intelligent, and he has made many friends in the shilin. This time it is obvious that he Again, the spearhead was aimed at Wang Hou, who rebelled against the sect and had an affair with the Hongnong Yang family.

Different from Dong Cheng who was dryly chewing his tongue behind his back and slandering, his technique of beating Wang Hou's face is also ingenious, isn't this Wang Hou presenting his sword!Then take out the Yitian sword and cut off the precious sword he offered, which will naturally make him lose face.

And he is smart because Cao Cao can't refuse his words! As the saying goes, there is no first in literature and no second in martial arts!Since Wang Houjin offered a sword, there must be a comparison of which sword is better!Moreover, his yelling aroused the curiosity of Cao Cao's military generals such as Xia Houyuan, Li Dianle, Jin Xu Chu, etc. Under normal circumstances, Cao Cao would never spoil his civil and military interests just for a sword.

As for his abrupt remarks, Cao Cao was displeased!Yang Xiu didn't care!
He has a very famous story in history, a box of crisps!

Sai Bei presented a box of dairy products made of cheese to Cao Cao. After a taste, Cao was always very satisfied and inscribed the word "he crispy" on it. However, when he turned around, the box of snacks was picked up by Yang Xiu After eating up with everyone, Mr. Cao asked, and he explained plausibly, the prime minister said, one person, one bite, how dare the subordinates disobey!
Just like Wang Hou, Yang Xiu knows Cao Cao clearly, as long as he is talented!it works!Cao Cao will definitely not kill him, and will keep him as much as possible!
This is called arrogance!
But this time, Yang Xiu slightly underestimated Wang Hou's position in Cao Cao's heart. Seeing him clasping his fists to invite Cao Cao, President Cao didn't immediately agree. Instead, he kept smiling and turned to Wang Houlai, smiling. asked.

"Tuqiu, you offered this sword! How do you compare this sword to Yitian?"

This can be regarded as a step down for Wang Hou. After all, the Yitian Sword is well-known, and it is a magic weapon that has been famous for decades. Wang Hou convinced himself that his sword was not as good as a magic weapon. It's better than his sword being cut off in public and losing face.

However, this guy Wang Hou is not a person who plays cards according to the routine. He didn't go down the steps that Mr. Cao handed over, but scratched the back of his head with a simple and honest expression.

"Well, Prime Minister, if you cut off the Yitian sword, you don't need to pay for it!"

"Forehead……"

It never occurred to him that he could hold back this answer. Even if the corners of Yang Xiu's mouth twitched this time, Boss Cao was stunned for two or three seconds before bursting into laughter.

"Compensation? Of course there is no need to ask for compensation! If this sword really cuts off Yitian, the truth is even more fortunate, and I have obtained a magic blade that surpasses ancient soldiers! I will reward you heavily!"

"Miaocai, you hold the true Yitian, Wen Qian, you hold the sword of Tuqiu! Since Tuqiu is so confident, let's try it in court, whether the ancient sword has a long-lasting edge, or the current sword is better! "

Xun Yu's eyelids couldn't help but twitched a few more times when he heard this, good politicians never target without purpose, Cao Cao has something in his words!The Yitian sword is a treasure handed down from the Han Dynasty, and the sword presented by Wang Houjin is a reference to Cao Cao's dynasty. If the current sword is better than the ancient sword, it means that Cao Cao is better than the Han Dynasty, and it can be replaced!

Just looking at the Yitian sword held out by Cao Cao, Xun Yu's heart relaxed again. Yitian can be accepted by Cao Cao, which is naturally worthy of the name. What kind of ability does he, Wang Hou, have to forge a sword comparable to the Yitian sword? Come.

As expected of a treasured sword, it was pulled out by Xiahou Dun with a buzzing sound. The century-old sword was still gleaming with coldness and vigor as new. Wang Hou narrowed his eyes with red eyes when he saw it. It contains chromium, and after being forged, it will directly become stainless steel. If you find out the forging site of the Yitian Sword and use the local iron ore to forge the weapon, it will be a big deal!
In Wang Hou's drooling plan, Le Jin also pulled out the broadsword he had offered, and the three-foot green blade was also buzzing, but compared to the gleaming Yitian, his sword was engraved The sword with anti-rust pattern looks a bit ugly.

The two generals exhaled at the same time, and with a bang, the two swords slashed together. With only a bang, sparks splashed in all directions, and the slender blade of the sword snapped and hit the wooden floor heavily.

"This is impossible!"

For the first time, Cao Cao, Yang Xiu, Xun Yu, and even Xiahou Dun who was wielding a sword were stunned. A small piece was rolled, and the two swords were not of the same level at all!

For Wang Hou, this result was expected. He entered the arena with a complexion and blinked his eyes.

For the public relations of Cao Cao, he has spent so much effort on this sword, his wife is about to take it out!The whole sword has been practiced more than a hundred times. Wang Yuan repeatedly folded and beat it no less than 2 or [-] times. He also used the technology brought by Wang Hou from later generations. The sword spine is covered with harder and more refined cast iron. The pattern of water ripples on the blade is the traces left after the blade was burnt with soil, and the whole sword has also undergone double quenching of water and oil. It is estimated that it can be sold for [-] yuan with this level of craftsmanship in later generations. yuan money.

As for the Yitian sword, after all, it was made more than 100 years ago. Even if it is outstanding, it means that it was better refined during the hundred refining process. How can it compare with the sword that I carefully crafted using coke high-temperature steel pouring method?

The effect of this advertisement is completely played out!Even Yang Xiu's eyes were straightened. Le Jin, Li Dian, Yu Jin and other generals of the Cao army stared at the sword Wang Houjin offered, and their eyes became hot. Magic weapon, who doesn't love it?
With their mouths wide open in a daze, the chance to flatter finally came to Wang Hou, who cupped his fists respectfully and bowed.

"Congratulations, Prime Minister, congratulations to Prime Minister, the prime minister's achievements are unrivaled, even the clumsy sword of the lower official has borrowed the prime minister's aura, and it is even better than before! Following the prime minister, the lower official is extremely honorable!"

While flattering, Wang Hou's eyes flew up, and he silently smeared his prayers on Cao Cao's face: Mr. Cao!For the sake of pleasing you so much, please marry your eldest niece or niece Hongjie to me! ! !
It's a pity that he was called back to his senses by his flattery, and then Mr. Cao simply pressed him back with a cold look.

"roll!"

(End of this chapter)