The Grand Wei Court.

Summary

Zhao Hong Run prefers straightforward negotiation styles, unlike the political tactics favored by his uncle, Zhao Yuan Luan. When Minister of War Li Yu requests assistance from Zhao's forging bureau, Zhao responds with sarcasm, recalling a prior request for withdrawal. Li Yu's wariness of Zhao grows due to his military successes and the losses suffered by other ministries at Zhao's hands. During their conversation, Zhao suggests merging the weapon forging bureau with his, causing surprise among Li Yu and his colleagues. Li Yu praises Zhao's past contributions but questions his motives for wanting to intervene in military production. Zhao expresses dissatisfaction with the weapon forging bureau's outdated methods, leading to a tense exchange about progress and capabilities in weapon production.

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