Chapter 510: Chapter 510: The Dragon is Greatly Pleased_1

“That’s right.” Wei Jinyi gave a definite answer.

Upon hearing this, the ministers became even more nervous, their eyes staring straight at the full chest of Thunderbolt Bullets.

The Emperor continued to inquire, “Where did you get this from? As far as I know, the Yu Heng Administration of Honesty has not yet been able to figure out how to produce these Thunderbolt Bullets.”

“It was my Queen who found the production method. She produced some using this method and presented them to you, Father.” Wei Jinyi replied.

Upon hearing this, the Emperor and the ministers all turned their attention to Wei Ruo.

Everyone’s eyes were filled with astonishment and disbelief.

The surprise in Chu Heng’s eyes, who was closer to them, was the most evident.

On the contrary, Chu Lan, sitting across from Wei Ruo, was calmer than the others.

Because if his guess was correct, and Queen Rui and Xu Heyou were the same person, he wouldn’t find it surprising that Queen Rui could do these things.

“This was found by Queen Rui?” the Emperor asked Wei Ruo.

“Yes.” Wei Ruo stood up to answer.

“You obtained the production method, not the ready-made Thunderbolt Bullets?” the Emperor confirmed with Wei Ruo.

“Yes.” Wei Ruo answered.

“How did you find it?”

“I learned about the Thunderbolt Bullets from my father. After the explosion at the Lu Residence, I collected some debris and derived the production method from it. With some luck and the blessing of the heavens, I managed to figure out how to make them.” Wei Ruo replied.

Wei Ruo’s words stunned everyone.

Everyone was shocked.

Who knew that Queen Rui could do this? The Yu Heng Administration of Honesty, despite all its efforts, failed to accomplish this, yet it was accomplished by a housewife?

Chu Heng stared intently at Wei Ruo, his eyes full of surprise and regret.

Chu Lan’s gaze on Wei Ruo became even more profound.

It took the Emperor quite a while to continue questioning Wei Ruo, “Now, what is the matter with these copper things you brought?”

“This is a heavy front-loading smoothbore cannon. It can be loaded with Thunderbolt Bullets to improve their range. It can shoot several times farther than when thrown by hand.” Wei Ruo explained.

Everyone was once again astonished.

How could such a thing exist?

Wei Ruo understood why they were so surprised. In this world, copper cannons had yet to appear. Compared to the rudimentary firearms they used before, copper cannons represented a leap in technology.

The Emperor continued to question Wei Ruo, “Where did you get this?”

“I made it based on the drawings left by my master,” Wei Ruo replied.

“Your master?”

“Yes, I was raised in the mountains when I was young. At the age of seven, I met a master craftsman and, with the consent of my parents, I apprenticed to him. At that young age, however, I only learned the basics. It wasn’t until I grew up that I was able to partially understand the drawings my master left behind.” Wei Ruo replied.

Wei Ruo emphasized that she was young when she became an apprentice, which wouldn’t be considered too outlandish.

As for her early experiences, as long as they were not too outrageous, she was free to fabricate them. The Wei family would have no choice but to go along with her lies unless they wanted the world to know that Wei Qingwan was not their biological daughter.

It was common knowledge that Wei Ruo lived in the countryside when she was young. Everyone had a clear understanding of her past when they learned she would become Queen Rui.

The ministers, including the Emperor, all appeared incredulous at Wei Ruo’s words.

After hearing Wei Ruo’s complete explanation, the Emperor declared, “If this object is indeed as powerful as you say, I will reward you handsomely!”

“I dare not ask for rewards. All the Prince and I desired was to contribute for the welfare of the people. If we can defeat the Japanese Pirates with this, we will be satisfied.” Wei Ruo replied.

“Good, good!” The Emperor was overjoyed, repeating “good” twice, “Prince Rui and Queen Rui have truly shown their dedication! This is the best gift I have received all year!”

While everyone else merely offered words of congratulations, Prince Rui actually presented a significant gift that could help the Emperor resolve a pressing problem.

How could the Emperor not be pleased?

Then the Emperor raised his cup, “May heaven bless our Great Cause!”

The ministers quickly stood up, raising their cups in agreement, “May heaven bless the Great Cause!”

When Chu Lan raised his cup, his gaze fell on Wei Ruo.

Wei Ruo felt his intense gaze, choosing to ignore it.

No matter what attitude Chu Lan had towards her, it did not affect what she needed to do.

Chu Heng, who was sitting next to him, also changed his previous attitude, looking at Wei Ruo a few times.

He had no interest in women, so he never cared whether Wei Ruo was a stunning beauty or not, but today, Queen Rui offered him a big surprise.

His admiration for Queen Rui had surpassed his admiration for women.

After the climax of the gift presentation by King Rui and his wife, the following performances seemed tasteless.

By the time the feast ended, everyone was still curious and surprised about the gift presented by King Rui and his wife.

The Emperor left the scene with Imperial Concubine Qi and Imperial Concubine Hui, and the rest of the people also got up and left.

Wei Qingwan, who remained at her seat, was pale as if under a spell.

The King and Queen had left, but she was still sitting there motionless, stunned.

“What’s wrong with you?”

Qi Shijing noticed something was wrong with Wei Qingwan, she reached out and touched Wei Qingwan’s arm.

Wei Qingwan was suddenly startled, her eyes full of fear, until she realized that the person in front of her was Qi Shijing, she snapped back to reality.

“I… your servant…” Wei Qingwan panicked, forgetting how to respond.

“What’s wrong with you? Were you scared by your sister’s affairs?” Qi Shijing asked with concern.

“No… it’s not…”

Wei Qingwan hadn’t quite understood the matter of the Thunderbolt Bullet, her mind and eyes had been stunned by King Rui’s appearance.

King Rui looked so much like Wei Jinyi!

But Wei Jinyi was the illegitimate son of the Wei family, and he was dead!

Perhaps the lights on the square were not bright and because of the distance, she had seen it wrong?

Or there are just some people who look alike, and this King Rui just looks somewhat like Wei Jinyi?

“Whatever it is, we’ll talk about it when we get back to the Wang Residence.” Qi Shijing said to Wei Qingwan.

“Yes.” Wei Qingwan was still somewhat dazed.

The elderly Master and Madam Wei, because they were far away, did not see the appearance of King Rui like Wei Qingwan did.

The elderly couple, assisted by their maids, stood up and planned to return to their residence but were surrounded by people.

People enthusiastically congratulated them.

“The Duke is so fortunate!”

“Queen Rui even has this extraordinary ability, it’s truly the fortune of our Great Cause!”

“The Duke is far-seeing!”

“Duke, in the future we look forward to your guidance…”

“…”

The elderly Master and Madam Wei could only respond with shallow smiles to each of them, showing joy on their faces, but inevitably feeling some unease in their hearts.

Because they only found out about their granddaughter’s actions today.

Returning to the Loyal and Righteous Duke Residence, the already exhausted elders, instead of washing and going to bed under the care of their servants, summoned their sons and daughters-in-law to the Shou’an Hall.