Wizard: I brought the wrong system.

Chapter 404 Production
(I've revised the last few paragraphs of the previous chapter because there were some factual errors, and also because I discovered that this thing isn't actually that difficult.)

After analyzing his existing conditions, Yaro concluded that the most suitable method was the 'apex cone method'.

Because both 'scraping' and 'shaping' require a professional lathe, only the 'top cone method' was a simple solution that Yarrow could come up with.

—First, make a screw of the right size, then screw the screw into the steel pipe, and that's it.

Well, if it doesn't work the first time, you can break it down into steps, gradually increasing the size of the threads, and try several times until it works.

The material for the 'screw' can be an extraordinary metal.

It just so happens that when Yaro was modifying the magic armor at the alchemy shop, he took away some non-combustible supernatural metal scraps in order to cover up the materials used in the Demon Phoenix Golden Armor. At the same time, he also obtained some scraps in the subsequent battles, so now he can make good use of them.

Of course, before that, the rifling twist must be calculated and the template must be carved.

Draw a few straight lines on a piece of paper, then twist and cover them onto the smelted large 'screws'. By tracing these lines, you can make the reverse side of the rifling.

Because melting extraordinary metals is difficult and modifications are inconvenient, this one step alone took Yaro a whole day.

The routine still starts with practicing 'Qi and Blood Frenzy,' taking a bath, and replenishing protein before planning the day's activities.

Today's task is to build a frame and construct a simple lathe.

A lathe mainly serves two purposes.

1. Fix the steel pipe.

A single steel pipe is difficult to fix, so it can be made into a 'T' or 'I' shape. After processing, the excess can be removed.

2. Apply pressure evenly to the top cone.

To force the screw into the steel pipe, a considerable amount of force is required, but this force cannot be too violent, otherwise the steel pipe may burst. Therefore, Yaro made a screw hole to fix the top cone, and then attached a crank handle to the outside for easy application of force.

After testing it and finding that the steel pipe still underwent slight deformation, Yaro put a fixing shell over the steel pipe.

They continued to test and modify the machine, and once the 'walking stick' was successfully made, the simple lathe was also completed.

The rest is just simple, repetitive work that can be easily delegated to servants.

With guns in hand, the next issue is ammunition.

The craftsmen were in charge of the bullet casings; Yarrow only needed to deal with the gunpowder.

The materials in Perrin Castle should be kept to make homemade grenades, while bullets and gunpowder can only be made from the raw materials stored in Lan'er Village.

Perfect timing! I can also chat with the tree spirit while I'm at it. Whether there's a chance or not, I'll give it a shot.

……

the next day.

After practicing 'Blood Frenzy', Yaro summoned Dylan as usual, arranged for the gun barrel lathe to be put in place, and inquired about the current situation in the Jurchen territory.

"Lord Yarrow, all the refugees who have come in have been gathered in Lan'er Village. There are no more refugees running around. With the cooperation of Bethlehem, the Viscount's territory has now returned to peace. There is a slight shortage of food, but don't worry, my lord, I have already sent people to the surrounding areas to purchase it."

Bethlehem was the name of the old man who was originally the deputy steward of the Viscount's territory.

Yaro was actually a little puzzled. In previous years, the Viscount's territory had always sold grain to other places, so why was it short of grain now?
However, since Dylan had already addressed the issue, he couldn't be bothered to dwell on it any longer.

“That’s good,” Yaro nodded, then asked, “What about Bethlehem? Has the old man made any moves?”

Dylan's expression was somewhat grim: "I've been monitoring him, but I haven't been able to find any suspicious traces. I suspect... the Viscountess may have run away again."

Yaro could accept this conjecture.

If the Viscountess could run once, she could certainly run a second time.

It's even possible that old man Bethlehem's cooperation was on the Viscountess's orders.

However, Yaro did not voice his thoughts, but said, "No need to rush, just keep a close eye on him. If he is still in contact with the Viscountess, he will eventually slip up." To Yaro, the Viscountess's 'departure' and 'death' were essentially the same, as neither would threaten his safety.

"Lord Yaro, I will definitely find her!"

Dylan gritted his teeth.

To outsiders, that Night of Shadows was merely the destruction of an insignificant little territory and the resulting number of casualties.

But for Dylan...

That disaster destroyed the joyful laughter of childhood, the sweet candies of infancy, the dim candlelight in the study... all the memories of my growth!
But with that overwhelming shadow.

My father's teachings, my mother's nagging, and that white moonlight whose face I can barely remember... all the beauty shattered in an instant!

Pain devours the soul like a venomous snake.

Only those faint memories can offer some relief.

But soon, those memories will transform into even sharper daggers, piercing deep into the heart.

Bloody and heartbreaking.

It’s gone, all gone!
He and the Viscountess were sworn enemies, their hatred was irreconcilable!
We will never give up easily!

"Hmm... alright, you decide for yourself. Also... be careful, and remember to let me know immediately if anything happens."

Yaro did not object.

Because Dylan is unwilling to give up and continues to investigate, he can better ensure his own safety.

Since Dylan couldn't leave, he could only investigate within the Viscount's territory.

If nothing is discovered, everything will be fine; but if any problems are discovered, Yaro can immediately become vigilant.

"By the way, Dylan, arrange for some guards to be led by Bard to come with me to Lan'er Village."

Just like excessive exercise, practicing "Blood Frenzy" will put considerable pressure on the heart. The situation in the Viscount's territory is not yet completely stable, so Yaro called Bard to reduce some trouble.

Of course, he's just not suited for strenuous activity; it doesn't mean that Yaro is incapable of fighting right now.

However, if a battle occurs, the day's training will be essentially wasted, and if it lasts too long, it may even be impossible to continue training for the next few days.

This is a matter of cost-effectiveness.

"This……"

Dylan looked troubled: "Lord Yaro, I know you value the matter of Lan'er Village. You had already arranged for guards and refugees to go there together. Now there are not many guards left in the city. If we divide the manpower further, the situation in the city may become unstable."

“Then let Bard go with me alone!” Yaro said irritably.

Dylan lowered his head: "I'll go get him right now."

Watching Dylan's departing figure, Yaro seemed lost in thought.

Should we pass the revised "Blood Frenzy" to Bard and train him to become a formal knight?
If you don't trust Bard, you can choose someone else; the goal is the same.

—Since we're going to establish a base here, we need to cultivate some reliable security forces.

This is not the same as cultivating Bevin.

Bevin is currently researching materials, and will be a researcher in the future; the future is what matters.

What's needed here is immediate combat power, a defensive force that can be deployed immediately.

"The Blood Frenzy technique doesn't involve any secrets, and it can indeed be taught to others. The only question is... can Bard learn it?"

(End of this chapter)