dmims Chapter 422 New Technologies
Chapter 422 New Technologies
Chapter 422 New Technologies
Leo has been trying to figure out the workings of this ranged weapon for some time now.
Mahan, as a researcher, also attempted to offer an explanation for Leo.
The communication lasted for a long time, but with little effect.
Leo simply couldn't understand the thinking of these researchers.
There was only one thing Leo was certain of: the energy that could launch the metal projectiles came from spices.
Leo couldn't understand how spices could possess such power, but that was the truth.
Shirley was the same; she too marveled at the wonders of spices.
Judging from her description, spices are indeed a special kind of crop.
They cannot grow on the land, as if something is restricting their growth.
Therefore, Leo decided to invest more to gain a more comprehensive understanding of spices.
This is a very crucial matter.
He had originally planned to leave and return to the New World so that he could receive the new batch of spices that had arrived on the other side of the world as soon as possible.
Although it is only the beginning of winter, the time required for the voyage is already more than four months.
Therefore, Leo must hurry.
If you calculate it carefully, Leo spends eight months of his time each year just traveling back and forth between the two ends of the world.
He only has four months left to use.
However, he probably won't need to travel around the world in the future.
He might not come to the New World again tomorrow.
After all, the agents here have already been found; all that's needed is to arrange for ships to deliver the spices.
But before that, there is still a lot of work to be done, such as how to prevent someone from taking advantage of loopholes and embezzling his spices.
However, he can think about this problem slowly on the ship.
Moreover, as long as he signs a supernatural contract, he can accomplish many business operations that were previously impossible.
Oh! Great Mr. Mosley! He has truly chosen and gifted me one that is perfectly suited to my abilities!
Yes, it's normal to be busy in the early stages of starting a business.
Leo thought that next year he might be able to go to the frozen continent, the only land he had not yet visited in person.
Of course, in the caves of the New World, the know-it-all said that the strange reliefs on the ground were world maps.
There are still many undiscovered lands in this world.
However, the size of those lands is not comparable to what is known.
Leo wasn't that concerned about the map; he was just a businessman who cared more about money than land.
It was for this reason that Leo was willing to delay and had to resolve all the technical investment matters before setting off.
After all, who knows how many years it will be before I come back here again.
I must admit, the technology of the Council City truly amazed Leo.
In particular, the clockwork technology of Ouroboros University completely shocked Leo's understanding.
While Leo believed that Mr. Mahan's invention was not comparable to a clockwork mechanism.
But in the field of weaponry, it is definitely a leap forward.
Mahan had demonstrated the power of this "gun" to Leo.
The bullets fired from the gun could easily penetrate a samurai's armor.
This means that from now on, anyone whose fingers are still mobile will no longer need to fear the powerful combat strength of martial artists.
Leo even foresaw the end of the samurai era because of this.
Mahan stated that it might also be able to penetrate the protection of alchemical drugs.
In the Far East, protective potions are a common type of medicine.
It has a huge demand and is a standing supply for the federal army.
Therefore, there are many alchemy societies commissioned by the council to produce protective potions.
In Mahan's view, the protective power provided by the protective potion was insufficient to withstand the power of a gun.
However, he then added that any speculation needs to be corroborated by experimental results.
Unfortunately, Mahan couldn't find a single test subject willing to take the drug in exchange for being shot by him.
He even asked his girlfriend, Xia Li, for help, only to be met with a cold shoulder from her.
Mahan even came to complain to Leo about it.
Although Leo wasn't exactly an expert on matters of love, he understood that if Shirley hadn't been a fellow scholar, she wouldn't have been able to comprehend Mahan's feelings and thought patterns.
Otherwise, Mahan would have broken up with the other party based on merit this time.
Mahan continues his research, stating that current guns still pose hidden dangers.
The risk of self-destruction—which Mahan called a "chamber explosion"—still exists.
Although the energy released by the induced spices is stable, there are still problems with the mechanical structure designed by Mahan.
There is a great need for improvement.
Leo saw the potential in this weapon.
It's not just that it can bring Leo unparalleled wealth.
Of course, the spices it relies on are naturally more valuable.
More importantly, Leo also planned to use spices.
Transportation is always a high-risk process.
If his spice empire could be fully equipped with Mahan's guns.
Then his men will no longer fear pirates and bandits.
This will be an ultimate display of equipment dominance!
Leo himself is also trying to learn how to use firearms.
There are still some skills involved in loading, aiming, and firing a gun.
After all, it's a long-range weapon, so you'll definitely need to practice to hit the target every time.
Leo is a superhuman, but he understands very well that he must not rely on his superhuman abilities too much.
Indeed, the great beings he communicated with were powerful beings beyond Leo's comprehension.
With their help, Leo didn't think he would suffer too much.
However, one also faces the risk of being dominated and devoured by those beings.
If possible, Leo also hopes to acquire other powers.
Currently, Leo is able to accurately hit human-shaped targets ten feet away with his gun.
If he had used a bow and arrow, he would never have been able to achieve such remarkable results in such a short time.
“Sir,” Mahan said to Leo, “if you want to monetize my technology, there are some procedures involved. You know, the Alliance is extremely strict about protecting knowledge and technology.”
Leo was startled upon hearing this.
He didn't even know about this beforehand, which is a serious dereliction of duty for a businessman!
"Haha! Thanks for the reminder, Mr. Mahan! Where should I go to complete this process?"
Since Mahan brought it up, Leo chose to ask him directly to borrow some time.
"Go to the Patent Office first, then to the Technology Registration Office," Mahan replied. "These can be done by the academic societies in the city; the location is right across from the Clock Tower."
"I see."
"By the way, it might be a bit difficult to process recently," Ma Han mentioned.
Leo asked, "Why?"
"Haven't you read the recent newspaper?"
The existence of newspapers is undoubtedly a gift from God.
It can convey information quickly and accurately, and it is inexpensive to manufacture, making it affordable for everyone.
It's also an excellent choice as a pastime during leisure time.
Leo recalled an incident reported in the newspaper:
"A case of technology theft?"
“That’s right,” Mahan nodded. “There’s a thorough investigation into this incident going on in Parliament City right now.”
"Weren't they captured?" Leo saw the intelligence himself.
"But not all—."