Workers and alchemy apprentices are doing the final inspection and debugging of the reaction vessel. They are confirming the seal of each connecting pipe and testing the operation of each set of runes to confirm that the scale of this set is far larger than any conventional alchemy platform. The reaction vessel will not cause fatal accidents after it is officially put into operation, and its most important part, the central reactor, was inspected by Pittman himself.
As the part that withstands the highest pressure in the entire system, this unassuming metal container can be said to be the crystallization of the cutting-edge technology of Cecil. It was shaped by Nicholas Egg himself, and its interior is engraved with resistance to corrosion and high temperature. At the same time, under the guidance of Gawain, Nicholas Egg also designed the first pressure gauge based on a mechanical structure in history - it uses a stretch of elastic metal tube as a sensitive element, relying on gears and connections. The lever drives the pointer to display data. Although its accuracy is not high, it is not satisfactory.
In Gao Wen’s view, the principle of the pressure gauge is not complicated. It can be completely realized with the current machining technology of Cecil. The difficulty is the standardization of the pressure scale. Fortunately, this physical rule is wonderful. The world at least has a reasonable "atmospheric pressure". Gawain and the Iron Ball star struggled for a long time to measure the standard value of the local atmospheric pressure, and used this as a standard to formulate a series of air pressure and pressure standards, and then set The scale value of the relative atmospheric pressure is engraved on the dial of the pressure gauge - in this world where various standard parameters do not yet exist, Gawain feels at ease as the setter of a series of standards, and is prepared to use these standards he has formulated applied to various fields developed in the future.
In addition to advanced measuring devices, precise pipe connections and high-strength tanks, this equipment also has a special feature, that is, it no longer uses an open flame to heat the liquid. Instead of using the heat source, the fire element runes engraved on the bottom of the reaction vessel are used for direct heating - most druid potions do not require the high temperature of smelting metal. The fire element runes can fully play the role of heating the tank, and are much better than Using the open flame device on the alchemy table, the heat of these elemental runes is more stable and more controllable.
Finally, the final inspection was completed, Pittman left the inspection area of the reaction vessel, and an alchemy and herbal apprentice who looked to be no more than 20 years old stepped forward - he was Pittman The head of the alchemy factory selected by Man. It could be seen that this young man was still a little nervous, but he still started all parts of the reaction vessel according to the most standard procedures. As the materials prepared in advance were poured into the feeding port, the magic everywhere in this "large alchemy device" The runes began to gradually charge, and Gawain could feel the flow of magic power. Under the action of the inversion array, the original natural magic power activated those ancient magical runes, and everything started to work naturally.
Different from the roaring sound when the first magic engine started, even if the reaction tank in front of you enters full power, there will not be much movement, even though there are also stirring devices around it. , pump devices and other operating machinery, butThe original magic engine has been optimized several times and no longer makes such alarming noise. The mechanical devices used in this set of reaction vessels are also "minicomputers" with less noise. It can be said to be quite "computational" when working. Quiet".
As for the large container in the center, it is even more silent: there are no mechanical operating components in it.
Rebecca looked at a group of alchemists and workers busy among the jars. Everyone still had nervous and excited expressions on their faces, and was slightly disappointed: "Ah... I thought When the new machine starts up, the noise will be louder..."
"If this thing makes a loud noise, it will not be far from an explosion." Gawain glanced at the Iron-headed girl, and then looked at He nodded slightly to Pitman, "Congratulations, your reversal array and magical array are running perfectly."
The wrinkles on Pitman's face have already piled up. The little old man who was selling ointments and telling people's fortunes as a hobby showed a heartfelt smile at this moment: "Yes, yes... the road is right, the road is right..."
Hu Amber looked at that person in surprise. There was a pile of complicated metal pipes and reaction tanks, and I couldn't help but ask: "Such a big set of things...how many potions must be produced every day? Old man, what is this set of cans used for?"
Pittman is obviously in a good mood now. He didn’t even pursue Amber’s question of calling him “old man”. He stroked his beard and looked proud: “The No. 1 reaction tank produces Druid’s signature ‘Rejuvenation’. Potions, that is, therapeutic agents. Farming is suspended in winter, and there is no need for agricultural chemicals for the time being. However, there are many construction projects in the winter, and there are many reports of injuries and illnesses in the territory every day. As for the production... Now that there is a supply of raw materials from Kangde Territory, as long as there is no shortage of raw materials, the medicine produced by this thing every day is enough for the territory to consume for a week. This is still a conservative estimate..."
Amber stared wide open Eyes rolled: "Produce a week's worth in one day?! Then it won't take long for you to fill up all the warehouses in the territory! What is the use of such a large output?"
Gao Wen glanced at the half-elf with a smile: "Sell."
"Sell..." Amber obviously had not thought of this before - it was not that she was narrow-minded, but because Cecil had always led They are all in the state of development and construction. Basically, any materials are not enough here. They have always been purchased. However, this is the first time that the surplus of production is sold to outsiders. She feels that her brain is a bit dull, even asking questions is fuzzy. Subconsciously, "Who are you selling to?"
"The first market identified so far is Kang De Ling." Gao Wen said casually.
Hubo just nodded, and then reacted: "Wait a minute! Are the raw materials for these potions bought from Kangdeling?"
"Yes. ”
“Then you cut them up, chop them up, stir them, throw them into a jar, cook them, and sell them to Kang at the price of the alchemy potion.Got the virtue? "
"...The process is indeed such a process. ”
“Oh my god! Can it still be like this? ! Amber was stunned, and as a thief with strange views, he felt great discomfort at this moment, "Didn't you say that you want to treat the Kant Territory as your own territory, manage and build it, and treat the Kant people as Cecil Territory citizens?" Treat... By the way, do you regret leaving the property that Viscount Kant left to you in the castle over there? Then you don’t have to resort to such a destructive trick. Just leave it to me and I’ll transport everything back for you in just two trips there to buy groceries..."
"You are more destructive than me. Is it okay to have more? ! "Gawain glared at Amber, then shook his head and explained, "I have no intention of cheating my future people - the medicine is shipped to Kande Territory because it is the largest medicinal material distribution center in the south. In addition to herbal medicine, there are There has always been an alchemy potion business. Mr. Padrick, who is currently in charge of managing the affairs of the Kant Territory, was the consultant of the Viscount Kant and the connector of the Chamber of Commerce. He has channels that can help us sell the excess potions. I plan to let him be the 'agent' of Cecil's alchemy potion, and he will share the sale of the potion with me. In this way, Cecil's collar can make a lot of money, and Kant's collar will also have a share of the profit, which is good for everyone. ”
“…It’s this kind of thing that can benefit everyone,” Amber blinked, “But…this is a huge benefit. Isn’t it possible that no one…will benefit from it?” Damage? "
"Yes," Gawain laughed, "Of course someone will be damaged - all the third-party pharmacy merchants, pharmacists, druids and alchemists on the Kantland trade line, they will inevitably Being impacted. "
Amber's eyes widened: "Then..."
"I will send out a recruitment message at the right time - then the shortage of alchemy talents in the territory will be solved. With a little training, a person can be a good hand in the alchemy factory. ”
This time, Amber could only stare without any lines. In the first few steps, she could more or less keep up with Gawain’s steps, but in the last step, she could only stare. She closed her eyes and didn't know what to say. After a long time, she realized something from the bottom of her heart:
When a cunning ancient heroic spirit came to life and planned to cause trouble, those gutter gangsters usually The so-called conspiracies and tricks are simply not worth mentioning.
“Such a large amount of alchemical potions flowing into the market, even the most common rejuvenation potions, are enough to cause a huge impact on this market.” Pittman stroked his beard and smiled half-heartedly, "Even if it is just a set of reaction tanks, its round-the-clock output is enough to crush Cecil Territory, Conde Territory, Leslie Territory and even Carroll Territory further north. The output of all alchemists is summed. Sir, I think I finally understand what you meant when you said that mass production will be the first step to destroy the old order. But have you ever considered that once such a large number of pharmaceuticals with the Cecil label enter the market, we will inevitably arouse curiosity and attention from all parties..."
"Yes, they will be curious and pay attention, but it requires reaction time, and the attention caused by the mere alchemy potion is quite limited. This little curiosity and attention is nothing to me, and maybe it will be beneficial." Gawain said with a smile, "Compared to the alchemy potion, the impact I will introduce next will probably be much greater..."
"What will I introduce next?" Amber was curious. Gawain looked at Gawain indifferently, "What else are you planning to sell?"
Gawain patted Amber's head: "I plan to sell something to Tanzanian Town, but the specific details have not been decided yet. You will know."
Amber blinked, but this time even if she and Rebecca stepped forward to ask questions, Gawain did not intend to answer any more, so the two girls had to hold their hands full. The curiosity in my stomach closed my mouth.
Gawain stood under the No. 1 reaction tank, looking up at this set of "chemical equipment" that incorporates various cutting-edge technologies currently under Cecil's leadership. He looked at the magical talismans that were quietly changing. Wen, a smile slowly appeared on his face as he listened to the noise produced by the operation of various auxiliary machines or magic circles that poured liquid into the container, provided heat sources, and released magical spells.
If the road is right, everything will be much easier.