Cecil and Typhon have always taken different technical routes - the former has opened a new magical technology route, while the latter is pushing the potential and application of extraordinary beings to a higher level. , in the short term, the advantages of the two are still indistinguishable, and Gao Wen never thought that these two technical routes would one day intersect.
It is a pity to make a fuss about the talents of extraordinary people, try to select "weakly talented people" from ordinary people, and use potions, rituals and training to catalyze them into narrow applications but genuine products. Transcendents have always been Typhon's specialty, but Cecil has zero research in this area.
The Order of the Eternal Sleeper has been operating in Typhon for a long time, so when faced with the dilemma of insufficient qualified personnel for psychic singers, Wendy immediately thought of Typhon’s alchemical potions and catalysts technology, but when it comes to the real details of these technologies...it's obviously impossible for her to know.
“These things are military secrets. The potions are in the hands of the Typhon royal family and several major military nobles. The same is true for the specific catalytic technology. And even if you master these things, you must have matching training methods. , otherwise the tester will be easily in danger." Yuri was more or less from the Typhon noble family. Although he had left that noble circle when Typhon's mass-produced transcendent technology matured, after all, he had connections and some internal information. Obviously he knew better than Wendy, "I don't think we can get this information in a short time..."
Gawain's expression became serious, he rubbed his chin, while Hetty next to him whispered softly Said: "What do you think over there on the 25th..."
Gawain thought for a while and slowly shook his head.
He did immediately think of Daniel, who had already penetrated into Typhon's senior management. As the most successful spy in Cecil's spy system, Daniel was indeed qualified to have access to many unimaginable secrets. But precisely because of this, the information he can inquire into will also be extremely domain-specific, and he will bear a higher risk of exposure. The fields that Daniel can currently involve are basically under the name of Typhon's "Imperial Manufacturing Association". In addition, he can only rely on personal connections to inquire about some rumors among upper-class nobles, mages and scholars. From normal logic, , it is unlikely that he will come into contact with mass-produced extraordinary technologies that have nothing to do with his research field.
Of course, you can also take some risks and let Daniel steal this information, but Gawain thinks that the hidden dangers of doing so are too great - Typhon's rogue agents are not idiots, that Rosetta · Augustus is even more of a cautious person. With the recent tension in Aldernan, many spies working for Cecil and even the liaison officer of the "Locus" plan have been captured by the Typhon authorities. Amber He even had to cut off several intelligence lines because of this. Under such a tense situation, Gawain could not let an irreplaceable spy like Daniel risk his life to steal a formula.
While thinking, Hetty suddenly thought of something: "By the way, I thought of a person..."
"You said that our man is visiting Solinburg'guest'? Gawain raised his eyebrows, "I don't think she is willing to cooperate with us on this kind of thing." Surrendering for righteousness and betraying the country are two different concepts. "
"...or her father? Hetty thought about it again, "Bard used to be..."
"Please allow me to interrupt," Yuri said from the side, "First of all, the Wendell family is indeed the most important family in Typhon." Military nobles, their family leaders and heirs must have access to this part of the secret, but I don't think Bard can help - he left Typhon more than ten years ago, and at that time the mass production of extraordinary people The technology is far from mature. In the next many years, Bard was imprisoned in the biochemical laboratory by the Death Council. He should not have the opportunity to access this information..."
"This matter Let's discuss it later," Gawain thought for a moment and shook his head, "This topic is too far away - we should focus more on the normal research route. Hetty, you can try to arrange for someone to come in contact with the Wendells, but be careful not to cause any counter-effects. Before that, Wendy and Yuri, you should follow the previous plan and select some matches from the mages for training. During the war, our mental protection units must be put into use as soon as possible. Even if we can only put in a small number of elites, we can Giving frontline soldiers some extra chance of survival. ”
After arranging things properly, Gawain did not stay in the laboratory any longer - before evening, he had to chair a meeting of archons.
Leave research Facility, Gawain and Hetty were walking on the way to the parking lot. A gust of cold wind blew, causing Hetty, who had not turned on the breeze shield, to shrink his neck subconsciously.
Gawain raised his head. At the beginning, I saw that the sky had turned gloomy at some point, and thick lead-colored clouds were covering the earth. A turbulent cold wind was flowing in the clouds, and some crystal clear snowflakes were falling in the air.
"It's snowing..." Hetty also raised her head, the snowflakes falling from the sky were reflected in her bright eyes. She stretched out her hand, and a snowflake touched her fingertips. It turned into a drop of water within seconds, "The first snow in the south this year came so late..."
"It already snowed in the Holy Spirit Plain last week," Gawain said, "Celestial Phenomenon Research The bureau compared the rain, snow and temperature changes over the years and believed that this year may have a cold winter...colder than every winter in the past twenty years. "
"The textile trade with Typhon has been suspended due to the impact of the war. At least until the end of the war, it is impossible for us to obtain cheap textiles from the East," Hetty said seriously, "Fortunately, Our large purchases last year and the consistent cotton spinning production in the western plains have accumulated enough inventory. We don’t have to worry about the supply of cotton clothes this winter. Of course, if the war drags on like this, we will have to consider expanding cotton production—this year's baby boom will bring a large new population, which will require additional supplies of textiles, medicine, and food. In this regard, the Ministry of Agriculture is already formulating corresponding plans. "
"...The impact has already begun to show...The Typhon people should not be much better off this winter. Many of their railway lines cannot operate independently at all, and a large number of factories are waiting for our finished parts. ," Gawain shook his head, "This will be a test of the new international rules and the first test of the two settlement areas. The Typhons will definitely find a way to maintain their market in the southern part of the continent, ours and the western part of the continent. Trade must continue as usual. News of the war should have spread to all countries by this time. Steady and normal trade activities can enhance the confidence of our allies - and also relieve our pressure."
Hetty lowered his head. : "I understand, ancestor."
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When the first snow this winter fell in Cecil City, another snow was not coming soon. Late in the evening I visited Aldernan, a far away country.
Compared with Cecil City, which is further north, the snow in Alder South seems to be gentler. Scattered snowflakes are falling on the ground in the gloomy sky and thin fog. On the ground, with a leisurely temperament, it took a long time to spread a thin layer of white on the wet city ground.
Pedinan Wendell walked out of the porch and stood in the snow in the courtyard, looking at the luxurious courtyard that was elegant but seemed particularly empty and deserted. His attendants and maids were standing not far away. But he felt like he was alone here.
A year ago, Andesa stood here and watched a snowfall with him. More than ten years ago, he also had Bud and his daughter-in-law who had not died of illness at his side. Twenty years ago, , under the swing set not far away, next to the beautiful fountain, his wife, who is always smiling, is sitting - but this year, he is the only one here.
A bone-chilling cold wind blew, and Pei Dinan felt as if his arms and knees had been penetrated by the cold wind. He finally couldn't help but put up a breath protection barrier to block the cold wind from the north. The wind dispersed the snowflakes flying around him and around him, and he couldn't help but smile bitterly in the wind - no matter how fearsome General Wolf was, he would eventually grow old, but when he was young, he never I thought that when I grow old, I will stand so lonely in the courtyard in the wind and snow.
Andesa, who is far away in Cecil, should be fine... The Cecil people should not be harsh on a general who takes the initiative to lay down his arms. Is there anyone with her in such a cold winter?
A voice came from the side, interrupting Pei Dinan's thoughts: "Sir, the wind has gotten stronger, you should go back to the house to rest."
Pei Dinan turned his head following the sound. , saw the housekeeper who had been with him for many years standing in the snow. A lot of snowflakes had fallen on his shoulders, but he still stood upright in the wind, as meticulous as a sculpture.
The sentimental time was over, and Ferdinand's expression became serious again. He turned into the formidable knight lord again, nodded with dignity, turned and walked towards the porch, while the butler was standing there. After falling behind half a step, he accurately raised his legs to keep up, while remaining calmThe ground dusted the snowflakes off his shoulders.
"You sent your servant to the market this morning, right?" Pei Dinan asked casually under the porch, "How is the order there?"
"Prices have stabilized, and people are panicking. The situation has improved a lot," the steward immediately replied. "People are still a little nervous, but it is no longer the kind of confused fear - everyone is more worried about whether the price of food will rise again, and they are concerned about this. When will the war end?"
"How many people are discussing the church?"
"There are discussions everywhere, but it is rare to see anyone questioning the Knights of the Nation or Obsidian. People who are members of the Imperial Guard, or people who support the church in extreme ways - at least they can no longer be seen in public," the steward continued. "Those public evil spirit purification rituals, as well as detailed reports and on-site pictures of the contaminated altars and rooms in the church, are very important to ordinary people. It has a great deterrent effect on people. Even devout believers will say that evil spirits have polluted the church and no longer insist that the Church of God of War is clean and flawless..."
Pei Dinan clicked lightly. Nodding, the serious expression on his face seemed to relax slightly.
The atmosphere in the city is improving - although some people in the nobility are restless every day, some speculators are uneasy, and the upper class is a little more nervous, but However, the overall order in Aldernan has been quickly and miraculously stabilized, and the operation of various key departments has also been improved to a degree visible to the naked eye.
The supply of key supplies such as food and medicine has been stabilized. Several premeditated price hikes and material withholdings have been suppressed. Some God of War priests have tried to resist the blockade order with arms, but after their actions, Previously, the Obsidian Imperial Army and the Protectorate Knights had suppressed and dismantled all rebellions - in fact, as early as a month ago, the Ares Church across the country had been closely monitored by troops loyal to the royal family, although some troops still The accident was out of control, but overall everything was still under the control of Obsidian Palace.
There were concerns that the temporary closure of Parliament would cause long-term and difficult-to-quell chaos in the ruling order of the entire empire, but Rosetta Augustus and the royal cabinet and emergency advisory group led by him It has proved everything to the world with its extremely high efficiency and resolute execution. Now, everything is beginning to develop in a good direction.
At least for now.
The old Duke pressed his chest subconsciously, and he touched a hard object the size of a pocket watch - there was a special talisman. The power of the talisman was slowly flowing at this moment, soaking and protecting himself. The amulet gave him a sense of peace of mind, but it also made him understand that some things were far from over.
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Since the beginning of the war, intelligence from the front line has been continuously transmitted through communication towers distributed throughout the empire, gathered in Aldernan, and gathered in Luo. On the desk of Theta Augustus.
The war itself may be something that many people do not want to see, but some of the consequences brought about by the warThe "harvest" is also real, and for the rulers of the empire, the biggest harvest is intelligence - intelligence about the enemy, but also about oneself.
Rosetta's eyes moved slowly on a document, Matilda stood quietly beside him.
This document mentions many details related to the Cecil people's "Magic Mechanized Forces", including those various war machines that can operate automatically, Cecil infantry's Equipment and combat methods, the enemy's tactical ideas, macro layout speculation, and a summary of Typhon's own army.
Every life on the battlefield has become experience and reflection on these thin pieces of paper - for both Cecil and Typhon, this is the first time in history This is the first time that an equally matched opponent has engaged in such an extensive and in-depth confrontation with him on a frontal battlefield.
Both warring parties are learning from experience. Rosetta looked at the intelligence in his hand, and he believed that there must be similar things on Gawain Cecil's desk.
"Your previous judgment was correct, Matilda." After a long time, Rosetta raised her gaze and looked at the eldest daughter beside her. "We must further develop the magic technology. Introduced into the military field, it is not enough to just put soldiers on magic vehicles or use factories to produce some weapons. The Cecil people have huge war potential - although they are currently in a stalemate with us, as time goes by. As time goes by, their growth rate will sooner or later exceed ours, and the gap between them is, on the one hand, magic technology, and on the other hand, their... way of thinking."
" Andersa once told. I, she has been worried that we will fall into a continuous war with the Cecil people - their war machine production cycle is very short, their soldiers are trained quickly, everything can be lost, and although our extraordinary army has progressed than traditional troops A lot, but still can't keep up with the speed of the Cecil people in this area... A long war is very detrimental to us."
"...Time, so we need time," Rosetta. Said slowly, "Hope we still have enough time."