CHAPTER 493: CHAPTER 356 POST-BATTLE_2

"Those who refuse to cooperate will be expelled from Storm City. Once the market is operational, other residents lacking food or necessities will naturally emerge. I will strictly manage the military discipline of the Eternal Domain’s army; you need not worry about that. Carry out your work boldly."

Since a conciliatory policy proved ineffective, Yan Xing decided to show his strength. Anderson fled Storm City after being defeated by me. Do you merchants dare to make trouble? It’s either drink the toast or suffer the forfeit!

With Yan Xing’s directive, Eden said, "Once the market opens, the rest will be easy to handle. Shouldn’t our Eternal Commerce Guild supply Storm City with some materials at a low price to give proactive businesses a sweet deal?"

Yan Xing considered Eden’s suggestion and replied, "That’s possible... After so many days of consumption, the shortage of supplies among the residents of Storm City must be severe. The Eternal Commerce Guild will bring in some special-priced goods to stimulate the market here. You will be in charge of this. You must decisively punish anyone who maliciously hoards goods and inflates prices."

"Yes, Master. If there’s nothing else, I will get to work."

"That will be all. You may go."

Just as Eden left, the Goblin Gaga, who had been waiting outside, scurried in. His Alchemy Chair, gliding swiftly, approached Yan Xing in just a few steps. Gaga was excited.

"My people and I cleaned the Alchemy Factory and found many valuable items. Among them, one Floating Warship is worth repairing."

Upon learning of Yan Xing’s conquest of Storm City, Gaga couldn’t wait to lead a group of Goblins there. The Alchemy Factory in Storm City had been directly supported and constructed by the Cloud Tower. Although Anderson ordered everything to be moved or destroyed before retreating, it was impossible to clear everything out in such a short time. In haste, many items were left behind in the Alchemy Factory. This resulted in an unexpected windfall for Yan Xing.

Yan Xing had inspected the Storm City Alchemy Factory. Two Floating Warships, impossible to transport, had been severely damaged. Regarding Gaga’s idea to repair a Floating Warship, Yan Xing said somewhat dismissively, "A Floating Warship is a weapon with very poor cost-effectiveness. Some of the Alchemy Technology it contains is advanced and worth researching, but to repair it... The cost is simply too great. Is it really necessary?"

Goblin Gaga said, "As a weapon, I don’t know its value, but as a high-altitude experimental platform, it definitely has great value for alchemical research."

Yan Xing became interested. "What value does it have?"

Gaga said, "The reason Tower Mages built the Cloud Tower is that some alchemical transformations can only be completed at high altitudes. For example, some processes require the use of elemental inertia, and others involve Elemental Purification. If you, Master, wish for the Eternal Domain’s Alchemy to break through its current bottlenecks, you must possess an experimental platform capable of remaining at high altitudes for extended periods. And Magnetic Levitation Technology is exclusive to the Cloud Tower."

"Chui Chui, what are your thoughts?" Yan Xing asked, after hearing Gaga’s words.

A drone projected Chui Chui’s image. But today’s Chui Chui seemed lifeless, speaking in a mechanical tone, "Master, I am Chui Chui’s Secondary Core. My main core is engaged in an important task, so please understand."

Yan Xing then realized his mind had been quiet all day. It turned out Chui Chui wasn’t present.

"What important task could she have?"

"I apologize, Master... She wants to give you a big surprise. Please don’t force me to reply."

"I’m not forcing you," Yan Xing said. Though curious, he restrained himself from probing further and instead asked the Secondary Core, "You must have heard Master Gaga’s earlier words; do you have any opinions?"

The Secondary Core replied, "I have conducted an inspection of the Floating Warship in the Storm City Alchemy Factory.

"Its levitation principle involves first using the gasbags of four Floating Airships to lift the entire Floating Warship to an altitude of over 500 meters.

"At this altitude, the warship’s internal magnetic levitation device, designed like those in Floating Warplanes, activates, propelling the vessel further upward.

"Magnetic Levitation Technology is a cutting-edge form of Alchemy, creating repulsive forces using the planet’s magnetic field to achieve levitation.

"If we can combine this with our existing technologies and data processing capabilities, we might be able to develop an Anti-Gravity Engine."

Yan Xing couldn’t help but ask, "Isn’t that a bit too sci-fi?"

"I’m sorry, Master, but I cannot respond to your humor. Whether for conducting alchemical experiments at high altitudes or researching Magnetic Levitation Technology, repairing the Floating Warship is essential.

"At the very least, it will allow us to accumulate new technology for upgrading our super armaments."

Yan Xing touched his nose awkwardly. "Since you all think the Floating Warship needs repairs, then go ahead and repair it. Discuss the necessary funds, create a list, and then give me a summary."

"Yes, Master!"

"Yes, Master!"

Having dealt with the Floating Warship matter, Yan Xing turned to Gaga and asked, "I’ve been preoccupied with the war recently and have somewhat neglected the well-being of you Goblins.

"Now that your population has increased significantly, is there anything I can do for you?"

Gaga, who had been granted permission to repair the Floating Warship, was very pleased.

"Thank you, Master, for your concern. The Goblins in the Eternal Domain now number over 40,000, and they all love living here.

"There are wondrous machines and materials here that allow them to freely conduct their favorite research and develop inventions.

"You have truly been too good to us Goblins!

"Your kindness and generosity are renowned throughout the Goblin Race. Despite facing obstacles, many Goblins still join the Eternal Domain every day.

"We are all willing to work for you, Master.

"If I must make a request...

"I would like you to create some personal mobile workstations that are more convenient for Goblins to use."

The personal mobile workstation Gaga referred to was the alchemical chair he was currently sitting on. The chair he now used was not the same as before. Previously, his alchemical chair had four legs; now, it has two mechanical legs, providing very stable movement. On flat surfaces, the mechanical legs can even transform into wheels, making movement more comfortable. The chair contains numerous mechanisms and hidden compartments that can extend mechanical arms or eject toolboxes as needed. It includes an electronic tablet for accessing information and recording inspiration at any moment. It has an intelligent core that assists with data computation and can also act as an assistant for managing various tasks. Gaga found the new alchemical chair very comfortable. Other Goblins who tried it were envious, longing for personal mobile workstations of their own.

A good workman must first sharpen his tools. Goblins are naturally frail and often lack the strength to handle many jobs independently. Even though many devices in the Eternal Domain are highly automated, they were designed for humans and are not always suitable for Goblins. Given the Goblins’ ongoing requests for tools to improve their work, we absolutely must not dampen their remarkable enthusiasm.

"I’ve also been considering equipping Goblins with personal mobile workstations," Yan Xing said.

"However, we are currently in a state of war, and the Eternal Domain’s production capacity is saturated. It might be difficult to meet every Goblin’s need for a personal mobile workstation.

"I think... for now, we should offer these workstations as rewards to Goblins who make inventions, significant contributions, or work diligently.

"Later, when production capacity increases, we can gradually provide one for every Goblin.

"In the meantime, you can use and improve them, striving to create a more universal model of the personal mobile workstation, and perhaps even develop specialized versions."

When Gaga made this request, he hadn’t expected Yan Xing to agree so readily. After all, the Eternal Domain had already distributed many things for free to welcome the new Goblins. To now ask for such expensive alchemical equipment seemed a bit excessive. But who would have thought? Master Yan Xing not only granted the request but wasn’t just talking about a few dozen or a few hundred. He was planning to give one to every Goblin!

"Master Yan Xing, you are truly generous and kind! We Goblins will definitely work hard to repay the kindness and favor you’ve shown us."

Yan Xing laughed heartily and said, "That’s right, work hard. Only by helping me defeat the Cloud Tower can we preserve these good times.

"And we can rescue more Goblins, bringing them to the Eternal Domain to enjoy this better life together."