The Grand Wei Court.

Summary

In late June, the Metallurgy Bureau astonishingly surpassed the Armament Bureau in iron sword production, leading by over 3,000 swords. This unexpected achievement shocked officials, including Minister of War Li Yu, who discovered the Metallurgy Bureau's mass production technique, allowing for uniformity in sword specifications. The news reached the Imperial Hall, leaving Deputy Minister Feng Yu bewildered. Discussions ensued about the Armament Bureau's future, with suggestions of merging it with the Metallurgy Bureau or the new Military Manufacturing Bureau to enhance capabilities. The situation raised concerns about the Armament Bureau's relevance and the Metallurgy Bureau's ambitious expansion plans.

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