Becoming a god by raising witches

"Rock Bemon, are you kidding me? How did you suddenly become rich?"

Leibniz Riedel asked, puzzled.

Do you know anything about Compass Water Company?

Locke asked.

Leibá Riedel nodded. "Of course, this is common knowledge in Kosork."

“I received their compensation, and I happened to have some spare cash that I wanted to invest in some promising inventions.”

Locke said.

"I see. I'm sorry, I was wrong just now."

Leibniz Riddell's tone suddenly softened; he guessed that Locke might have lost some important family member and received a hefty security fee.

"It's alright, tell me about your invention."

Locke said.

Leibniz Riddle nodded, led Locke to his workbench, and pointed to the pieces of wood that were joined together, saying...

"This is a wooden swimsuit. Even people who can't swim can float while wearing it. The buoyancy of the wood helps those who can't swim to swim."

Locke twitched his lips. "Why don't you make a swimming ring?" "Well, plastic doesn't exist yet."

Have you tried it?

Locke asked.

Leibniz Riddell shook his head. "No, it's too cold. We can only test in the spring, but I trust my judgment."

"Well, but people struggle when they're drowning. Even if they wear this kind of wood-veneer clothing, it's unlikely to be very effective, and it's also very unsightly. I don't believe any gentleman or lady would be willing to try it. Why don't you make it into a ring? Use soft wood, reeds, or other materials to weave a ring-shaped object so that people can crawl inside and the ring can support their body. That would be a ring-shaped lifebuoy."

Locke picked up the banknotes on the workbench and drew a diagram as he spoke.

Leibniz Riddle paused, looked at the lifebuoy on the sketch, and said with delight,

“Yes, this form can increase buoyancy. How come I didn’t think of that? Locke Bemon, you are truly an undiscovered genius.”

"No, I'm good at thinking, but I'm not good at doing things. If we team up, I believe we can create a lot of great things."

Locke said with a smile.

"Rock Bemon, what are your thoughts?"

Chapter 83, The Pleasure-Loving Cat

Locke proposed three plans: the first was the convenient bicycle, the second was the complex telegraph, the third was the telephone, and the fourth was the radio.

Leibniz Riedel was stunned.

He never imagined that Locke Bemon, who was once a poor student, could come up with such an advanced scientific invention. Even he could only think of a steam-powered tricycle, which could replace horse-drawn carriages, but it would be very troublesome to make because it would require a bulky steam engine, and the cost would certainly be unaffordable for ordinary coachmen.

"Rock Bemon, did you come up with all of this yourself?"

Leibow Riddle suspects that Locke has begun to believe in the Alchemist Church and has stolen the blueprints and ideas of the Church's leaders. The steam train and the fully automatic loom were invented by the Church's leaders, who are said to have driven the technological revolution throughout the kingdom.

Bicycles could drive a revolution in transportation. They are lightweight, do not require steam or diesel, do not need heavy engines, and are faster than horse-drawn carriages. Once they become widespread, they might just make horse-drawn carriages disappear from history.

The telegraph machine was even more remarkable, theoretically capable of transmitting information over extremely long distances. Unfortunately, its construction principle was too far-fetched, and Leibniz Riedle did not believe he had the ability to build it.

The same applies to telephones and radios. Leibniz Riedel believed that if he could invent any one of the following—the telegraph, the telephone, or the radio—he could have his name written into Kossork's textbooks, become a top scientist in the Kingdom of Tumen, and even receive the Morgan Prize, the highest honor for scientists on the entire continent.

"Well, for now, they are still just my ideas, but once you've made them, they will become your creations and our assets. If you're confident you can make them, I'll invest in you. You'll need to register a company; we're not just going to invent, we'll also be manufacturing."

Emperor Rosell tells us that knowledge is power, and I, Rosell II, must make my fortune through bicycles! Praise the fool.

Locke, who loved reading, added in his mind.

Tech geek Leibniz Riedel was still reeling from the incredible idea when, after hearing Locke's vision, he said with some difficulty,

“This takes time and money. I’m not sure I can manufacture these things in the short term. Although they sound amazing, I can’t guarantee they’ll have a market. Why don’t you consider my steam tricycle and swimming equipment? These two only need a few minor modifications to be ready for market.”

Dreams are precious, but Leibá Riddle still has to live. His parents are already urging him to find a job and not waste his time on pointless inventions. If he can't find a suitable job, his parents plan to cut off his financial support.

"Well, I don't think either of them are good. If you find them difficult, you can start with a bicycle. It's the simplest and cheapest equipment, and it doesn't require any electromagnetic theory knowledge. As for the other three, if you're not going to do them for the time being, you should destroy the manuscript."

Locke said.

“Burn it? How can that be? This is such precious and advanced technology. Even if it's just a concept or blueprints, it's worth treasuring. I promise I won't let a third person see it.”

Leibniz Riedel said with certainty.

Locke didn't mind others seeing him. He had plenty of ideas, but unfortunately, he was poor at practical skills and only had a superficial understanding of them. He simply couldn't realize them on his own. If someone in this world had understood the principles of electromagnetism in advance, perhaps the world could have quickly progressed from an industrial society to the electrical age and started the next technological revolution.

And Locke would also enjoy the conveniences of electricity. Thinking of this, Locke said generously...

"No, these manuscripts can be shown to anyone. Promoting social development is the duty and responsibility of every citizen."

"Really?"

Leibniz Riedle never expected Locke to be so generous, sharing such forward-thinking ideas and manuscripts with anyone.

"Of course, the most important thing is my mind; no one can take that away from me."

Locke pointed to his head, then sat down to discuss the collaboration with Leibniz Riddle.

“You will be responsible for contributing the technology as equity, as well as the later operation of the company and the establishment of the company. You will only own 3% of the shares, and I will own 4% and contribute the ideas and funds. The remaining 3% will be invested by another shareholder. Is there a problem?”

Leibniz Riddle thought for a moment and asked, "How much are you planning to invest?"

"450 silver coins."

The 500 silver coins were all the money in the suitcase Lucy had left behind. Locke planned to invest 90% of it as seed money, leaving the rest for Hannah in case of emergencies.

This amount of money is enough to start a small company with research as its primary purpose.

Leibniz Riedel nodded emphatically. "Who is the other investor? How much will he invest?"

“I will find another investor, with an investment amount of no less than 4500 silver coins.”

Locke said with a smile.

Leibá Riedel was stunned. Who could be so generous as to come up with so much money?

He suddenly realized that his academically challenged classmate had completely transformed, or that he had misjudged him before, as the other person was clearly excessively outstanding.

“Rock Bemon, I’ll go find a lawyer right away to work on the contract.”

"Okay, I'll pay you the 450 silver coins in installments. You'll need to open a bank account, otherwise I'll have to come here to deliver the money to you every time, which is a bit of a hassle."

"Okay, I will. I will find someone to write me a letter of introduction and open a bank account as soon as possible."

Leibá Riedel said excitedly.

"Where should I find you after the contract is finalized?"

"I will come to see you again in three days, with the investors."

After Locke finished speaking, he left Leibá Riddle's apartment, where the smell was becoming unbearable for him.

Sometimes, having a better sense of smell isn't a good thing.

After leaving 32 Treybridge Street, Eileen returned to Locke's side.

"I didn't know you knew these things, Mr. Dreamer."

“You heard me. I’m good at thinking but not good at doing. I need a strong assistant. Leibow Riedel is a simple-minded, honest man who likes to study. He is a partner worth cooperating with.”

Locke explained.

The man and the cat boarded the carriage to cross the bridge once again.

Eileen asked, "Will it be that once you earn enough money, your esteemed master can move into the manor?"

Uh, still thinking about your manor, what a pleasure-seeking cat lady.

"Yes, I can also arrange maids and servants for you. Are you satisfied?"

"Yes, I can't wait."

Eileen nodded slightly and gave a faint smile.

The coachman cautiously glanced back at the young gentleman in the carriage, his eyes filled with doubt.

'Is he talking to a cat?'

Chapter 84, The First Meeting of the Bureau of Paranormal Investigations

Kossork Sixth Sheriff's Court, Bureau of Investigation.

When Locke returned, he happened to run into Sieg and Robson, who had rushed back.

"Locke, you're back just in time! The chief's calling a meeting for everyone! Oh, and don't bring the cat."

Sieg reminded him.

"Meeting?"

Locke had been with the Bureau of Investigation for so long, and this was the first time he had ever heard of the director doing serious work.

Rhine is usually either nowhere to be found or eating delicious food in the office; she never calls a meeting.