Munitions Empire

Chapter 292: Mr. Tang's 288 Bad Taste

The life of an arms dealer is actually very busy. After understanding why his woman was fighting in school, Tang Mo then had to rush to turn some of his drawings into cash.

It was a rather magical process where he needed to sketch out the designs from his mind and then have professionals refine them to the level he required.

The Great Tang Group had many professional draftsmen, all of whom were experts personally trained by Tang Mo. Mathews had previously done similar work for a period.

Lately, Tang Mo had been collaborating with the Dwarves to supply a brand-new weapon system for the Ice Cold Kingdom.

This was a request from the Dwarves; they wanted to have weapons different from other countries, believing that this would reflect the uniqueness of the Ice Cold Kingdom.

Then, Tang Mo felt that exchanging a bunch of drawings for a bunch of gold mines seemed a bit too much like "tricking" his big clients, so he decided to produce a few samples first to let the Dwarves have a look.

By the time these samples were manufactured, the news of Dorne's victory had been confirmed, and all of Brunas was in a time of peace and celebration.

At the shooting range, Tang Mo picked up a brand-new rifle, a model that had not yet been mass-produced in this world, and displayed it to the Dwarf Envoy.

He worked the bolt, producing a crisp click. The entire action was done so smoothly that it was pleasing to the eye.

After completing a series of actions, he assumed a standard aiming posture and began his introduction, "This is the brand new K4 rifle I crafted for the Ice Cold Kingdom. Its performance is on par with the K3 rifle currently being used by the Great Tang Group, and it is the most advanced bolt-action rifle in the world."

"It uses a different ammunition, with a caliber of 7.62 millimeters, employing more advanced technology, with excellent ballistic performance and sufficient power..." After finishing his explanation, he showed the Dwarf Envoy how to load the weapon, and the entire process was also very smooth.

He then handed the rifle to the Dwarf Envoy, allowing him to operate it as well. After a few reminders from Tang Mo, the Dwarf Envoy managed to complete the loading process, albeit with some difficulty.

He set down the rifle, extremely pleased with the metallic cartridge-firing firearm, and exclaimed, "Magnificent! This weapon is indeed very good."

Honestly, the majority of the military in the Ice Cold Kingdom were still equipped with the Shireck Flintlock Gun, a weapon that had yet to undergo a widespread update.

The main force of the Ice Cold Kingdom's military only consisted of a small portion that used needle guns purchased from the Great Tang Group.

Needle guns were clearly outdated now, especially since the Northern Ridge Legion, supported by the Great Tang Group, had demonstrated new rifles that used metallic cartridges on the battlefield.

Now everyone was very interested in these rifles, and the Shireck Consortium, after acquiring a weapon production workshop from the East, had developed their own similar weapons.

In such a context, it became unsurprising that the Dwarves of the Ice Cold Kingdom wanted similar weapons—after all, they were offering gold mines, oil fields, and a port in exchange.

Tang Mo took the Dwarf Envoy over to an open area nearby and introduced him to new artillery, "Additionally, I've prepared for you a brand-new 122 millimeter caliber howitzer. This artillery piece is also more advanced, with a larger charge, longer range, and more powerful firepower."

"Sir, what... what do you mean?" puzzled, the Dwarf Envoy asked in response to Tang Mo's sudden inquiry.

"I mean, I think a unique chant, different from other countries, one that feels more spirited, might boost morale a bit, making one's military appear more imposing?" Tang Mo put down the contracts, very pleased with the sincerity of the dwarf.

"It... sounds like you're right," the dwarf nodded slightly, agreeing with Tang Mo.

"So, I can give you an interesting slogan for free. What do you think...?" Tang Mo started his mischief again.

"Although I am not in a position to decide on that, I do really appreciate your kind offer. So, what is this new slogan you're speaking of?" the Dwarf Envoy did not immediately agree.

"Ura! How about that?" Tang Mo clenched his fist, imitating a robust chant, and gave a little performance.

"Ura? Ura! Ura!... I must say, you truly are an expert on warfare! I only shouted it a few times, but I feel this slogan is very good... What...

does it mean?" the Dwarf Envoy was immediately drawn to this somewhat strange chant and after trying it a few times, he looked at Tang Mo and asked.

"It represents the determination of the Ice Cold Kingdom, harder than ice, colder than snow..." Tang Mo rattled off a made-up explanation.

After hearing Tang Mo's nonsensical explanation, the Dwarf Envoy had no idea that the slogan originated from the world Tang Mo lived in before he crossed over.

He was, however, quite interested in the chant, repeating it several times and nodding, "Ura... very nice, indeed very nice. I will take this slogan back to the Ice Cold Kingdom, and if our King agrees to use it, we will pay an additional fee for it."

"No need, this one's on the house!" Tang Mo, indulging in his mischief, waved his hand generously.

The dwarf felt strangely relieved and excited to get something for free from Tang Mo, "You are truly generous, my lord!"

Turning to face the Dwarf Envoy, Tang Mo said earnestly, "The dwarves will be Great Tang Group's sole strategic partner in the Northern Region! The only partner!"

The Dwarf Envoy also assured Tang Mo seriously, "Great Tang Group will also be the most valued partner of the Ice Cold Kingdom, or shall we say, the forthcoming Ice Cold Empire!"

"Pleasure doing business with you!" Tang Mo once again extended his hand.

"Pleasure doing business!" The dwarf extended his hand too and shook hands with Tang Mo.

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I still owe everyone an update, yes, it's about to be paid off... Heh heh.