Industrial Revolution of the Mage Lords

Chapter 811 Chain Explosion Experiment (Part 2)

"A magical...chain reaction?"

The professor's tone was calm yet carried an undeniable seriousness, immediately plunging the group of "rookie" researchers present into a long silence.

These technical terms related to magical theory were not entirely unfamiliar to them in their previous studies at higher education institutions; many of them were even required subjects in their major courses. However, now that they were put together into coherent sentences, they seemed so foreign, as if they were from an advanced spellcasting field they had never ventured into before.

Quinn was pleased with the confusion and thirst for knowledge on the faces of the students before him. He nodded slightly and chuckled, "Think it's too profound? Heh... no problem, I'll show you the initial stage of a chain reaction next. Watch carefully..."

As soon as he finished speaking, the metal door to the side of the laboratory slowly opened, and a huge instrument, pushed by several researchers, slowly came into view, propelled by mechanical rollers at its bottom.

In the center is a huge crystal cylinder placed horizontally. At a glance, it is obviously hollow inside, filled with liquid magic energy that faintly emits energy fluctuations. Through the magic crystal cover that is formed as a whole on the outside, you can also clearly see the water ripples caused by the vibration.

Dozens of curved pipes, gleaming with metallic luster, connect to the sealed ends of the crystal pillar. Through the magic power core installed at the bottom of the base, liquid magic energy is continuously drawn from the pillar and guided to circulate slowly throughout the entire device.

The only puzzling thing is that at the joints of these curved pipes, there are strange fist-sized devices, which are equipped with numerical display instruments similar to steam valves and pressure gauges, but their specific functions are unknown.

This is... a magic energy reaction tester?

A burst of subconscious exclamations arose, interspersed with a few uncertain questions.

Quinn shrugged and said calmly, "In terms of basic structure, it does have similarities to the magic energy reaction tester... but this is the latest chain reaction device developed by the laboratory. I prefer to call it... the principle device!"

Larry instinctively took a few steps forward. His experience in modifying alchemical machinery made him keenly aware of something amiss, and he couldn't help but speak first: "These pipes... aren't designed for unidirectional energy transmission?"

The numerous valves on the curved pipeline, with their clearly designed devices, are used to regulate the direction of liquid flow.

"But... liquid magic energy is normally inert and will not produce any violent energy fluctuations without the guidance of other abnormal magic elements."

This is also the important cornerstone theory of the entire kingdom's magical technology research - the existence of magic power is composed of three basic states: solid, liquid and gas. The solid structure is the most stable, the gaseous state has the best transmission properties, and the liquid state tends to be in the middle... It has both safe conductivity and can achieve rapid energy conversion in the application field, and is the only energy source for the core of magic power and all magic weapons.

The only thing to be aware of is that if there is an unexpected interruption or quantization error during the transition between these three states, there is a risk of irreversible damage.

The most obvious example is the frequent small-scale explosions in various laboratories... but it is said that these are only minor experimental errors. The magical energy in just one test tube can cause energy turbulence that affects an entire laboratory. If the researchers do not wear anti-magic protective suits and masks, losing an arm or a leg is considered a minor injury.

This is why liquid magic energy, after being extracted in a unified manner, must be precisely quantified and packaged in batches. Each storage tank must be controlled to weigh less than two kilograms, and the metal container must be weighed together to ensure that the weight is infinitely close to the same.

Then... then the total amount of liquid magical energy in this entire crystal cylinder probably exceeds one hundred cans.

If an explosion were to occur, it could likely level several laboratories within the core testing area. Realizing this, many intern researchers, aware of the inherent dangers, snapped out of their daze, their faces contorted with fear, and they stumbled backward.

“Professor…? This…” Steelmane couldn’t help but swallow, unable to utter a complete sentence from his dry throat.

Quinn blinked his eyes, which were glowing with soulfire, and chuckled, "Don't worry, didn't I just show you?"

As he spoke, he picked up the "artificial magic stone" from the lab table again and chuckled, "These magic stones... are converted from the liquid magic energy in front of you, so there's no need to worry about their stability. The magical buoyancy and microorganisms that make them up have all been [domesticated] and [trained]..."

This also means that regardless of whether it is in the form of a solid magic stone or a flowing liquid... its properties are equally safe and stable!
"[Taming] and [Adjusting]... How... How is this possible? Our magical technology research has already reached the legendary microscopic level?"

This time, not only Larry and Steelmane were completely exposed to their blind spots, but the other trainee researchers were also stunned on the spot... Even the regular researchers who had been working in the laboratory for a long time had a slightly bewildered expression behind their transparent protective masks.

Quinn didn't explain further, but said slowly and meaningfully, "This is the power of [Control]... and it's one of the key research projects we need to tackle next."

After saying that, he raised his slender mechanical arm and quickly divided the new trainee researchers into groups.

"The materials team, led by Steelfur... is responsible for sorting and screening beetle magic stones and all experimental materials."

"The equipment team, led by Larry, will be responsible for the improvement and adjustment of the experimental setup."

He paused, looked around at the remaining personnel in the laboratory, and continued, "I will personally lead the remaining personnel, who will be responsible for the core reactions and supporting work of the experiment."

"As you all know, the current experimental phase is only in its initial stage, and we don't have much time left... Everyone must adopt a proper attitude and give their all in their respective research positions. Only in this way can we live up to His Majesty's trust and expectations of us. Do you understand?"

As soon as he finished speaking, everyone immediately responded in unison, "Understood, Professor!"

His Majesty the Emperor attaches great importance to this experimental project? No wonder most of the researchers were personally recommended by him; they are all top-performing young talents in their respective disciplines…

But our task... is just to sort materials and improve the equipment?

What was the ultimate purpose of this chain explosion experiment?
Isn't this an experimental project involving military secrets?

Larry instinctively exchanged a glance with his closest friend, Steelfur, and found that his companion's expression was also one of confusion and helplessness. He immediately felt uneasy about the mission that might be going on for a long time.

(End of this chapter)