Please pull the trigger for this world one more time.

"We have heard of Shuofeng's reputation."

Shen Yi and Jiang Xing exchanged a glance and then said, "First of all, we need to reduce weight. Since you have military supply qualifications, I'll be frank—we are paratroopers, and as long as the quality is guaranteed, the lighter the weapons are for us, the better, and they can't be too delicate..."

Shen Yi paused slightly, then continued, "Especially the impact of mud, sand, and rainwater."

Gui Haishuo nodded slightly: "No problem. Lightweighting is not a new topic. I will do my best to find solutions for mud and rainwater."

"If possible, we want to minimize the noise of firing and the muzzle flash," Shen Yi continued.

"That can be solved, so what?"

"If possible, we would also like to increase its power."

"High-powered, is there any more?"

Shen Yi shook his head and said, "No, Master Guihai. We've already proposed many improvements. We'll come back to look at the blueprints another day..."

"No need, it can be done today."

The two people opposite were slightly taken aback.

Gui Haishuo revealed a profound smile, "Although there are many improvements, they are all practical, so what's so difficult about them?"

I am not very talented, but I happen to have a ready-made design, but due to legal constraints, it could only remain on paper before.

Please wait a moment, I'll go to my study to fetch it. We can then make a few minor modifications.

Shen Yi and Jiang Xing were somewhat bewildered. Everything had gone incredibly smoothly today; even the blueprints were available immediately.

Before long, Gui Haishuo returned to the table with a white paper scroll and drawing tools.

Unroll the scroll, and a detailed design of a sniper rifle leaps off the page.

"This is...this is also [736-Modified]? This is actually [736-Modified]? In my opinion, this is a completely new design."

The two stood up from their seats at the same time, and Shen Yi looked at the blueprints with some surprise and said.

"Major Shen has a good eye."

Gui Haishuo pointed to the blueprints on the table, "This is indeed based on the Type 736 rifle, but I have made some major modifications."

Gui Haishuo picked up a high-hardness charcoal pencil from the side.

"Please take a look, gentlemen. This hollowed-out gunstock structure, which resembles a skeletal framework, is my own creation. It greatly reduces weight while ensuring structural stability, which is the first step in lightweighting."

To compensate for the lack of comfort when using the openwork stock, I added a chin rest to its upper edge. The chin rest is made of cotton cloth and soft cotton; for a more luxurious feel, you can add a layer of leather. Anyone with a little sewing skill can make it themselves.

"Can the stock be folded, Master Guihai?" Shen Yi asked tentatively.

"Of course, no problem, just a few minor modifications will suffice."

After answering confidently, Gui Haishuo slightly shifted the pen tip and said, "You two should have noticed my design for the grip area. Although it looks like a single piece, it actually adds a grip similar to a handgun, greatly improving the convenience and comfort of weapon operation."

"It actually indirectly improves accuracy; it's a very unique design," Shen Yi praised, stroking his chin.

"That's right, you're definitely an expert."

Gui Haishuo then pointed to the gun barrel as a whole, "In the past, due to the limitations of manufacturing level, the [736-modified] used a whole wooden gun barrel and handguard. Although the quality was acceptable, it inevitably increased the weight."

Currently, I've chosen to expose most of the barrel, with the body only covering the receiver, and I've added a small, thin, cylindrical, perforated cover around the barrel.

It can protect the barrel, make it easy to hold, and will not affect heat dissipation or add much weight.

Although the metal shield might get hot in the summer, wrapping it with some canvas will solve the problem. Dark green canvas is also a good option, as it will provide camouflage.

Shen Yi and Jiang Xing both nodded: "You've considered everything very thoroughly."

Gui Haishuo continued, pointing to the blueprints, "We've covered the exterior parts; now let's talk about the internal structure and the gun barrel."

[736-Modified] The approach of using a heavy-duty barrel to improve accuracy is understandable, but since the goal is to reduce weight, the disadvantage of its large weight cannot be ignored. Therefore, I chose to focus on the rifling and structure.

Gui Haishuo pointed his pen at the gun barrel: "I have redesigned a rifling pattern with a smaller centrifugal amplitude, and the length of the gun barrel has also been precisely calculated so that the bullet is fired precisely on the center line of the spiral motion."

As for the material of the gun barrel, I chose the latest type of material, which makes the gun barrel deform even better than ordinary heavy gun barrels when firing.

Of course, the price is about 3% higher than that of a regular heavy-duty gun barrel.

After a quick calculation, Shen Yi nodded and said, "It's acceptable."

Gui Haishuo continued, "Furthermore, I wonder if you two have noticed the connecting pillars between the gun barrel and the openwork protective cover."

This structure effectively increases the cross-sectional area and rigidity of the gun barrel, transferring the impact of the bullet on the barrel to the entire gun body, thus greatly improving shooting accuracy.

Gui Haishuo raised his head and looked at the two of them, saying, "As for the concealment measures you two requested, I have two options."

The first option is to add a silencer to the muzzle, but to be honest, I don't recommend it, as it will affect the range and accuracy.

On the other hand, for this type of sniper rifle, the silencer would need to be quite large and have a limited lifespan in order to be effective.

Therefore, I recommend the second option: using ether-shaped sound absorption, and adding a flash hider with a slight compensation effect to the muzzle.

Shen Yi frowned and said, "If we're talking about shape extraction, can we completely eliminate the etherification? Besides, my empire's shape extraction industry is only so-so. If it's too complicated, the cost will increase significantly."

"Major Shen can rest assured."

Gui Haishuo said confidently, "These etheric shapes are very basic, and the redundant energy of the bullets is more than enough."

Furthermore, the battlefield environment is complex, so pursuing complete stealth is unnecessary. To be precise, I mean noise reduction; the goal is simply to remain undetected at the range where the sniper can be effective.

Shen Yi nodded upon hearing this: "Alright, then that's settled."

"As for the increase in power..."

Gui Haishuo smiled slightly, "Although my original design was to use standard rifle bullets, it can be modified to fire 1.55×8.45 micro-inch (approximately 7.75×42.25mm) machine gun bullets."

Without a doubt, the two had no choice but to accept Gui Haishuo's design.

After some negotiation, the final price was: 700 silver dollars per coin in the first year, 650 silver dollars per coin in the second year, 600 silver dollars per coin in the third year, and 500 silver dollars per coin after five years.

They agreed to deliver three samples to the military academy in the capital city 10 days later.

After discussing the important matters, Shen Yi and Jiang Xing did not linger. After exchanging a few polite words, they took their leave.

Gui Haishuo saw the two off at the door and watched their car drive away before taking out a crystal ball the size of a baby's palm from his pocket.

The surface of the crystal ball was engraved with complex ethereal runes, and Guihai mobilized a trace of ether within his body and injected it into it.

Before long, the crystal ball emitted a pale white light, and the voice of the fairy Hengshu came from it.

"Guihai, it seems the deal has been finalized?"

Gui Haishuo: "Of course, they won't refuse our price."

Hengshu: "What's the background of the person Zian introduced?"

Gui Haishuo looked at the crystal ball and said, "Major rank, decent strength, probably the son of Shen Fushi, commander of the Southeast Army Group."

Hengshu: "Are you so sure? If that's true, we've hooked up with a big ship this time."

"The other party never intended to hide. His surname is Shen, and the captain next to him calls him Young Marshal. There's no mistake." Gui Haishuo smiled slightly. "A large ship is certain. This time, Zi'an deserves credit."

"You two can go ahead and buy the factory you've been eyeing. The equipment can also be put on the agenda. I'll apply for a loan from the Imperial Bank; relying solely on our current capital is too tight."

"good!"

The voice on the other end of the crystal ball sounded very excited: "It seems that the other party is very sincere. We can be said to have set a precedent for large-scale 'civilian supply of troops'. We should set an example for our peers."

"Hahaha, that's for sure!"

A rare hint of arrogance appeared on Gui Haishuo's face. "Opportunity always favors the prepared. Sometimes, you just have to be a pioneer!"

"I knew it, all these years, you haven't changed at all."

Hengshu, who was over there by the crystal ball, said, "To be honest, I'll see if I can bring some shape-drawing masters from the Holy Light Dynasty, but I can't get involved in recruiting from the Guangwu side."

As for the method of cooperation, we'll stick to the old rules... By the way, what should we say to Zi'an? We can't mistreat his child, can we?"

Gui Haishuo nodded: "Don't worry, I've thought it all through."