Opening a Tavern in the Tang Dynasty

"It needs to be meticulously crafted and carefully tuned by skilled craftsmen to ensure it's foolproof. Furthermore, soldiers must be trained to use it proficiently so it can achieve maximum effectiveness on the battlefield."

Li Shimin listened to the two men's words and said with a smile, "You two generals are right. I have already ordered the skilled craftsmen in the city to be summoned to start the work as soon as possible."

"At the same time, we will also assign personnel to train the soldiers in the use of these techniques. Once everything is ready, it will be the time for the Tang Dynasty to demonstrate its might. We will make Goryeo pay a heavy price for its provocation!"

Cheng Yaojin responded excitedly, "Your Majesty is wise! With such a powerful weapon, we are sure to win this battle. I will go and see how it is being made so that I can have a better idea of ​​the situation."

After saying this, he hurried out of the hall.

Li Jing quickly pulled him back and said with a helpless smile, "General Cheng, you are so impatient. You should just listen to His Majesty's instructions first."

"The craftsmen have taken care of the production. We still need to think of other strategies to fight against the enemy. We can also use this grenade to make the Koreans helpless."

Cheng Yaojin scratched his head and chuckled, "Brother Li is right. I was too impatient. Let's continue our discussion. We must plan this invasion of Goryeo perfectly and make sure they never return!"

Li Shimin waved his hand and said loudly, "Alright, alright, no more discussion. Dismiss the court! My dear ministers, each of you should perform your duties and implement the production of grenades and the training of soldiers as soon as possible. I am waiting to hear good news."

The ministers shouted in unison: "Yes, your Majesty!" and then left the court one after another.

Cheng Yaojin was filled with excitement. As he walked out, he said to Li Jing beside him, "Brother Li, this is really exciting. If our Tang Dynasty has this powerful thing, then Korea will be defeated."

Li Jing smiled and nodded in response: "General Cheng, although this grenade is a powerful weapon, the situation on the battlefield is volatile. We must not take it lightly and must make more thorough preparations."

"Of course. I'm just happy and hope to let Goryeo taste our power as soon as possible." Cheng Yaojin said with a big laugh.

The other ministers were also walking in groups of two or three, discussing in low voices.

Cheng Yaojin hummed a little tune all the way back home, and as soon as he entered the yard, he shouted at the top of his voice: "Madam, madam, I have great news today!"

Hua Da Jiao was busy sewing in the house. When she heard Cheng Yaojin's shout, she put down her work, walked out quickly, and scolded him, "Old Cheng, why are you shouting so loudly? What's the matter? Why are you so happy?"

Cheng Yaojin, with a smug smile on his face, walked up to Hua Da's feet, took her hand and said, "Madam, this time our Tang Dynasty is sure to win!"

"Guess what, His Majesty has come up with a brilliant idea today. He can make a powerful grenade. It's so powerful, wow, wow, wow, wow! Just throw it on the battlefield and it will explode and blow the enemy to pieces!"

Hua Da Jiao's eyes widened, his face filled with curiosity. "Wow, there's something so magical going on? Old Cheng, can you please tell me in detail what's going on with this grenade?"

Cheng Yaojin gestured enthusiastically: "This grenade is made of iron, a hollow ball, filled with prepared gunpowder, and then a fuse is installed. When we go to the battlefield, we light the fuse and throw it towards the enemy."

"Our Tang Dynasty has such a powerful weapon. If Goryeo dares to invade, they will be left without a chance to return. Hahahaha!"

Hua Da Jiao also laughed, and then said with some concern: "Although this thing is powerful, the gunpowder is very dangerous. You have to be careful when making it, so that nothing goes wrong."

Cheng Yaojin patted his chest and said, "Don't worry, Madam. His Majesty has already arranged for skilled craftsmen to do it. They are all skilled and will definitely be very careful. Besides, once it is completed, we still have to train the soldiers on how to use it. Every aspect has been carefully considered."

Hua Da Jiao finally felt relieved and said with a smile, "That's good, that's good. Our Tang Dynasty has always been powerful, and now with this powerful new weapon, Goryeo will definitely be no match. After we win the battle, our Chang'an City will be bustling with activity."

"Of course. We'll also share in the glory and celebrate properly." Cheng Yaojin grinned, laughing happily.

As he was speaking, Cheng Yaojin's little daughter came running over, her little face rosy and her big eyes full of curiosity.

She tugged at the corner of Cheng Yaojin's clothes and asked, "Daddy, Daddy, what are you talking about? What powerful thing can help the Tang Dynasty win the battle?"

Cheng Yaojin picked up his little daughter and said with a smile, "My dear daughter, let me tell you, there is a great thing called a grenade now. Just throw it at the enemy and it will explode. It is very powerful. With it, our Tang Dynasty will be able to win against Goryeo."

She blinked her eyes and nodded, not quite understanding. "Daddy, what does a grenade look like? Is it like the marbles I play with?"

Cheng Yaojin laughed heartily and patiently explained, "They're quite different. This grenade is made of iron, round in shape, much larger than a marble. It's filled with explosive gunpowder and a fuse. Light the fuse and throw it out, and it will explode."

She asked curiously again: "Then Dad, who came up with this?"

Cheng Yaojin patted her head and replied, "It was a clever little girl and her family who came up with this idea. Even His Majesty agreed. Now the craftsmen are working hard on it. Once it's finished, our Tang soldiers will be able to use it to fight the bad guys."

The little daughter clapped her hands excitedly: "Wow, that's great, Daddy, I want to see a grenade too. When it explodes, it must be as beautiful as the fireworks during the Chinese New Year."

Cheng Yaojin said quickly, "Oh, my dear daughter, this grenade is not like fireworks that you can just look at casually. It is very powerful and very dangerous. When you grow up, Daddy will tell you about it in detail. Now you are not allowed to join in the fun."

Hua Da Jiao also echoed, "Yes, baby, listen to your father. It's not fun. We just need to stay home and wait for the good news of the Tang Dynasty's victory."

She nodded obediently: "Yes, I understand, Daddy, Mommy, then I hope that Datang will win the battle soon, so that Daddy can stay home and spend more time with me."

Cheng Yaojin felt warm at heart when he heard this. He hugged his little daughter and kissed her, "Okay, Daddy promises you that after we win the battle, Daddy will definitely stay home with you and take you to explore Chang'an City."