Mystery: A Spark

However, once the technological revolution begins, the situation of Steamgirl will inevitably start to improve.

If we exaggerate a bit more, he might become some kind of "god of science" or "god of civilization."

At that time, any entity that wants to fight against Steam Princess will probably have to think twice about its own capabilities.

If you can't beat them, then you should naturally try to learn from them.

Just like how the State of Wei took the lead in reforming its laws during the Warring States period, and then other states followed suit.

If you fall behind, you will be beaten.

This principle applies even in different worlds.

In this way, the tide of Arthur's era will surely sweep across the entire world.

Because what drives this wave is the desire in people's hearts.

Chapter 113 Ideas and Business

Aside from the raw materials obtained through the Demon Path that require hunting, there are other options.

There is a place where there is actually a pile of raw materials that can be said to be readily available.

However, most of the raw materials from that place had some problems.

so......

"In fact, if Mr. Bonova could make energy equipment capable of handling pollution when it is manufactured, that would be ideal."

“Then I can find plenty of contaminated or out-of-control corpses of extraordinary creatures,” Arthur said after a moment’s thought, offering Bonova a new source of fuel.

Yes, he was referring to the unusable monster corpses in the Forsaken Lands.

Many of the extraordinary creatures living in the land abandoned by God are actually tainted by pollution.

The most typical example is the vampires that Derrick mentioned in the original work.

The assassins of Silver City, all over two meters tall, must eliminate these monsters that could threaten their city-state in order to protect it.

However, many of these monsters could not be utilized after they were killed, since a large portion of them were contaminated.

Even if Silver City were to bring out those two level 0 sealed artifacts, it wouldn't be impossible to remove these contaminants.

But like I said, it's not worth it.

If it weren't for the need to obtain those exceptionally valuable materials, using those two level 0 sealed items to remove the contamination would be a huge loss.

So after killing those monsters, Silver City will take away the uncontaminated extraordinary materials that can be used, and simply store the rest in a warehouse.

On the one hand, out of sight, out of mind; on the other hand, it would be in the way if placed elsewhere.

On the other hand, if I need to use it urgently for any reason in the future, I can find it immediately.

These monster corpses, which are not very useful to Silver City, are of great use to Arthur's plan.

Even when extraordinary creatures die, their corpses still retain some vitality and soul, as can be seen from the fact that their corpses are difficult to decompose.

Just like those powerful creatures in fantasy novels, being able to remain alive even after death is a basic skill for them.

Some beings, like the Hotpot Ghost and Miss Renette Tinicol, can even exist independently of their souls and personalities after death.

This gave Arthur an opportunity.

If Bonova's research succeeds, Arthur can use it to unite the Silver City, the Earth Church, and the Steam Church.

Silver City can hand over unwanted monster corpses to the Steam Church and then obtain much-needed food from the Earth Church.

The Steam Church obtains monster corpses as fuel and then outputs energy to the Earth Church.

The Earth Church, on the other hand, provides food in exchange for energy.

This is called the Triangle, or rather, the Glorious Trade.

Simple faith and ideas (a variant of the same character, meaning the same thing) can unite people and enable them to maintain a tenacious fighting spirit even in adversity.

However, faith and beliefs will still crumble if people don't have enough to eat.

The big bear that Arthur had in his previous life is a very typical example.

Having endured so many hardships and dangers, and shed so much blood of our martyrs, it is truly a great pity that it has changed color in the end.

This happened partly because the older generation sacrificed their lives in the brutal war of World War II, and partly because there was a shortage of means of production.

If people can't get enough to eat, they naturally won't care about your ideas anymore.

Of course, since the land of the forsaken is involved, Mr. Fool's source castle logistics is definitely a key factor.

But that's a matter for the future; Bonova's research is still in its infancy.

"Pollution? What level of pollution could it be?" Bonova asked curiously.

“The pollution level isn’t too high; it should still be within the range that an angel-level expert could easily handle,” Arthur replied.

"In that case, it will only take a little more effort, but it won't be a big problem."

“But in that case, the output of energy facilities will probably not be able to increase. Isn’t the advantage of industrialization precisely mass production?” Bonova asked with some doubt.

"The advantage of industrialization is indeed mass production, but things like energy supply facilities are not actually needed in large quantities."

"We only need to build one in a few key locations so that it can supply power to a large surrounding area."

“It would be better to monopolize this kind of thing, so we can tell the Extraordinary that only Extraordinary creatures of the Demonic Path can be used as fuel,” Arthur said with a smile.

“I doubt many people will believe that,” Bernadette said softly, playing with Arthas’s little ears in her arms.

"Madam, it doesn't matter whether they believe it or not, as long as we believe it ourselves. If we have the energy supply facilities in our own hands, then we can decide what fuel to use, right?"

"Could it be that they know more about energy infrastructure than we do?" Arthur said with a light laugh.

“While this is indeed a good idea, is it really good for something so crucial to be monopolized?” Bernadette glanced at Bonova beside her, making no attempt to hide her aversion to the Steam Church.

Bonova smiled wryly, helpless against his sister.

“Madam, for something so crucial, the less power it commands, the better. Please don’t let your personal emotions influence you,” Arthur said seriously.

Just like the hydroelectric power stations, thermal power stations, and nuclear power stations in my previous life, they were never handed over to any private individuals to manage; they were all controlled by the state.

The more power such a thing wields, the more likely it is to cause trouble.

If it were like sitting in a row eating fruit, with each person taking one, then several factions would be staring at each other, each holding onto the energy facilities.

It's like the five permanent members of the UN Security Council are holding peaceful weapons, and none of them are willing to submit to the others.

The Steam Church is based on the development of civilization, so it is naturally most suitable for it to master this kind of thing.

Bernadette lowered her head and remained silent, focusing on playing with the puppy in her arms.

"If what you say is true, then I might need to be personally involved in the construction of every energy facility, which would mean building them one by one, which would take a lot of time."

"Also, I need to go back and think of a solution for energy transmission." Bonova perked up again when she saw that her sister had fallen silent.

“It’s alright, we still have a few months. The fire in Backlund isn’t burning bright enough yet, and it’s not the right time. I also need to spend some time making preparations,” Arthur said casually.

“I understand. So, Backlund will be the starting point for our plan?” Bonova asked.

"Yes."

“For the glory of the Lord,” Bonova said devoutly, rising to his feet, drawing a triangular emblem on his chest.

"For our bright future." Arthur also drew a triangular holy symbol on his chest, his expression looking very devout.

The two siblings from the Roselle family left. They arrived unremarkable, but left with a world-shaking experience.

Arthur returned to the living room and found Arthas asleep on the sofa.

"This little guy is probably just bored out of his mind," Arthur said with a helpless smile.

He found a small blanket, covered Arthas with it, and then went back to his room to sleep.

……

It's quiet at night.

Two eerie green lights suddenly illuminated Arthur's dimly lit living room.

A childish voice whispered:

"Political power grows out of the barrel of a gun," my master taught me. But his plan is very dangerous. It will probably be impossible to end without a major war. But where will my master find a completely reliable armed force?

At that moment, a voice entered its ears:

"Heh, your master is definitely not a fool. He probably already has something in mind, so don't worry about it."

"Tsk tsk, sacrificing an entire extraordinary path as a sacrifice to advance civilization, how ruthless."

Arthas thought for a moment, then shook his head and said:

“Even if my master has his own plans, he has provoked the old powers of the world, and there might even be a true god. Where in this world is there an army that can remain completely loyal in the face of a true god?”

"So, what do you want to do?" the voice asked, somewhat puzzled.

“I need your help,” Arthas said.

"Hey, why should I help you with something this big?" the voice said with amusement.

“For no reason.” Arthas stood up from the sofa.

"Heh, little guy, that's not how you ask for a favor," the voice said.

"You've been following me around for a reason, maybe you want to invest, or maybe you want me to do something for you in the future."

"But anyway, Mr. Nalzdor,"

"You don't want to see me and my master suffer defeat and die in battle, do you?"

Arthas said softly:

"If that's the case, all your efforts will be wasted."

The voice became somewhat helpless:

"You're barely two months old, right? How do you know so much?"

“Because I have a good teacher, will you help me?” Arthas said with some pride.

"...So this is what your master meant by sunk cost, right?"