Bengtie: A Genius's Out-of-the-Domain Idea

That year, Lin Yi had just finished observing the appearance of the Star God's light arrow with Little Star Chaser, and witnessed the light arrow formed by the power of the God of Heavenly Bow streaking across the sky like a meteor.

Lin Yi assigned Zhu Xing an assignment: to use his knowledge and imagination to observe the phenomenon of light arrows and create something.

It can be anything, it doesn't matter if it's useful or not, it doesn't matter about the cost, it doesn't matter about the form, you can find help or do it yourself, and you can ask for help if you have any difficulties.

As it turned out, Chasing Star's talent exceeded Lin Yi's expectations, and he created this Hunting Beacon.

The core is the gravitational field of the world inside the wall formed by the "Giant Attractor Base" and the "Celestial Comet Wall" created by the storage and protection of Kripper.

By using the directional gravitational force of the hunting stones to form a gravitational string, it resembles a giant, invisible bow of celestial scale, launching the simulated force field formed by the hunting beacon as an arrow.

The colossal bow (the colossal source base) stands majestically, its string formed by the arrows of the heavens.

The bow is drawn and the arrow is launched with a bang; the maximum speed depends on the ship's carrying capacity.

At the same time, based on the special nature of the Hunting Stone and the Giant Attractor Base, the activation of the Hunting Beacon is essentially a theft of the energy of the Hunting Path; and its operation is entirely accomplished spontaneously by the abundant gravity.

All that is needed is to make a slight correction to the course.

However, if the destination is chosen to be the location of the Abundant Beast, not only will the course not need to be corrected, but the portion of Destiny Energy occupied by the Hunting Engine will not disappear but will instead increase as the journey progresses.

As long as operation stops before reaching the critical value, the energy will return to its original path, achieving a lossless voyage.

The navigation path resembled a hunter's pursuit.

What if it doesn't stop even when it reaches the critical point? Of course, you throw a huge celebration and have the children eat at the same table. You can't expect something to have only advantages and no disadvantages.

In summary, this creation, full of the characteristics of the Collapse Iron, relies entirely on the existence of the Star God to function. It can only operate in this universe, or rather, within the known universes within the walls of this universe. Outside of this range, it is just scrap metal.

I originally intended to give it to the company for commercial use, but then I forgot.

'Perpetual motion' creations are actually quite common in the Milky Way, such as topological accelerator belts and perpetual clocks, but geniuses are often too lazy to study these things that have an obvious end.

In short, the hunting beacon is filled with a young child's boundless imagination about science.

Lin Yi turned around, and Zhu Xing stared at him without saying a word.

"You don't need to make a 'stare' sound. Also, that's not the original you made; it was a copy that was originally intended for the company. I didn't touch your toy."

Lin Yi smiled. This Zhu Xing was sometimes too mature and sometimes like a child.

Now, the scholar is using the excuse of wanting to learn more about Idrila and Chunmei to keep Silver Branch occupied.

"Mr. Silver Branch, I have some questions about the meaning of 'pure beauty.' Could you please enlighten me? What exactly is pure beauty? I would also like to learn about the deeds of the goddess Idrila, the goddess of pure beauty. Would you be willing to explain them to me?"

"my pleasure"

A sound effect came from nowhere, and the surroundings suddenly felt like being in a closed room with the curtains drawn.

"In this vast universe, you ask me what pure beauty is?"

A beam of white light enveloped the silver branch and the scholar.

"Pure beauty is not merely superficial, dazzling colors, nor is it a fleeting, radiant brilliance. It is a power that originates from the depths of the soul, unadorned yet deeply moving."

As the silver branch turned, countless rose petals rained down from the sky like a rootless rain, drifting and falling.

"Pure beauty is absolute loyalty to one's beliefs, an unwavering belief. No matter how many difficulties and obstacles I face, no matter what doubts and slanders I suffer, nothing can shake me. Just like the stars in the sky, they revolve eternally along their predetermined paths, steadfast and persistent. This is truly beautiful."

Amidst a sea of ​​roses, Silver Branch pulled out a blooming rose from who-knows-where and gracefully handed it to the scholar, who accepted it in a daze.

"Pure beauty is also the kindness and gentleness of the heart. It is reflected in compassion and care for all things in the world. A flower quietly blooming in a corner, a bird singing softly on a branch, they all deserve to be carefully protected."

A gentle breeze, seemingly from nowhere, swirled up the petals and brushed against the cheeks of everyone present.

"This kindness is unrelated to self-interest or purpose; it is simply a wish that everything in the world can remain as beautiful as it was in the beginning. Treat every life around you with gentleness, use love to dissolve hatred, use tolerance to accept imperfections, and let the pure light shine in every little action."

As dawn broke, the surroundings suddenly became bright again.

"Pure beauty is the perfect fusion of art and emotion. When the paintbrush is freely wielded on the glass ribbon, when the notes flow melodiously in the pinocéon, when poetry is slowly uttered from the mouths of tourists laughing heartily, that is the concrete manifestation of pure beauty in the world."

Joy, sorrow, longing, yearning… a multitude of emotions intertwine and collide, blossoming into the most dazzling brilliance, pure and flawless, sincere and moving—this is the essence of pure beauty.

The white light turned into a dazzling array of colors, and melodious, beautiful, and solemn music resounded in the air, interspersed with glimpses of a knight's declaration.

"Pure beauty is a kind of eternity that transcends time and space. It will not fade with the passage of years, nor will it disappear with the disappearance of the goddess of pure beauty, Idrila."

Silver Branch's armor shimmered with a golden light.

"Throughout the long history of the universe, pure beauty is like an invisible thread that connects the beauty of different eras and worlds. It is the mysterious murals left in ancient ruins, the heroic legends that have been passed down through the ages, and the unremitting pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty in the heart of every life."

The Pure Knight's Heel appeared in Silver Branch's hand, and the spear moved with great force, making the music rise higher and higher as if it had reached its climax!

"So, my friend, pure beauty is not an unattainable dream; it truly exists in every moment of our lives. As long as you have a pure and sincere heart, use your eyes to discover and your heart to understand, you will be able to comprehend the true meaning of pure beauty. Pure beauty is everywhere, and you will become a part of the light of pure beauty in this vast universe."

The music faded, leaving only lingering echoes; the dazzling lights disappeared, leaving only the pure and beautiful knight, Silver Branch, solemnly and gently reciting his final prayer, word by word.

"Everything is dedicated to Idrila!"

"So, my friend, have you already grasped the basic essence of pure beauty?"

The scholar was still in shock.

"I almost forgot, please forgive my poor eloquence, but you are using your thirst for knowledge as an excuse to delay my departure. This pure thirst for knowledge is truly beautiful."

"What delights me even more is that, although it was just an excuse, you still listened very attentively to my explanation of the principles of purity and beauty, without giving me a perfunctory answer. For this, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to you."

"Perhaps you haven't yet grasped the meaning of pure beauty, but your actions are already embodying it. So now, do you have a basic understanding of pure beauty? Are you willing to acknowledge that the goddess Idrila is unparalleled in beauty?"

The scholar, with a complicated expression, asked, "Sir Knight, did you already know my purpose and deliberately cooperate with me?"

"Through you, I have gained a basic understanding of purity and beauty, and I am willing to acknowledge that the goddess Idrila is unparalleled in beauty. But this is not because of Idrila, but because of your virtue and sincerity."

"It was an honor."

After watching the entire performance, a company employee asked the people from the erudite society, "Are all Pure Beauty Knights like this?" He pointed to the area covered in roses and the spot where the lighting effects had just appeared.

"The energy of destiny, isn't that amazing?" exclaimed a scholar from the Bo Shi Society.

(I'm not sure if this part of Silver Branch is okay.)

Chapter 14 Negotiations with Company Executives

This tactic was indeed effective. While Yinzhi was exchanging ideas with the scholar from the Erudite Society, Lin Yi silently took two steps back and chose to stay away.

Lin Yi estimated that the time should be about right, and the company should be ready soon. Yinzhi had already left after Lin Yi's persuasion, and the scholar had also gotten his wish.

Unfortunately, he placed too much importance on the title of 'genius,' and his attention was completely drawn to Lin Yi's creation, causing him to ignore what was truly valuable. On the contrary, it was a young man he had scolded who noticed the beacon and kept staring at it while studying it.

Young people have limited experience, are full of energy, and lack a sense of awe, which ironically helped him.

Company staff had already come to inform him, and Lin Yi got up and followed them out, glancing back quietly as he stepped out the door.

The delighted middle-aged scholar and the distressed young man seemed to belong to two different worlds. Lin Yi felt something was about to emerge, but he couldn't grasp that inspiration.

"What's wrong, Mr. Lin Yi?" the company waiter asked.

"It's nothing, just give this to that young man over there." If you can't have it, don't force it.

During the journey, Zhu Xing paused for a moment and then said...

"Teacher...you're going to kidnap someone again."

"Duang, when did I kidnap anyone?" Lin Yi flicked Zhu Xing on the forehead.

As the opulent style of the Forward Interstellar Peace Company diminishes, it is replaced by a simple, rustic aesthetic that reveals traces of history at a glance.

“Mr. Lin Yi, I am not authorized to enter or leave this area. Director Jade is waiting up ahead; she will take over my duties.”

"Yes, thank you for your trouble."

Lin Yi stopped and turned to Zhu Xing, who had been following closely behind, and said...

"It's going to be really boring from here on out. Do you really want to keep coming? You can wait outside or find somewhere to rest."

"Sigh ╯﹏╰ Fine, if only you and your sister could combine your personalities. If you get bored later, you can leave on your own."

The meeting was held in a small space with fourteen chairs at a round table in the center. The main seat was made of pure amber, which was the seat of the Amber King, even though Kripper never cared about the company.

Seven positions are for current directors, one temporary position for Lin Yi whose style is completely different from the others, and the remaining positions belong to the company's alternate directors and lifetime honorary directors.

They did place geniuses on par with company directors.

Well, maybe only geniuses get this treatment; they weren't treated like this when facing Chadwick.

Apart from Lin Yi's seat, only two people were present at the remaining thirteen seats.

Diamonds and Vantarakien.

The seats on the perimeter were all occupied, since these seats are never assigned.

More than half of the remaining directors attended via projection or by sending their authorized representatives, and three seats were empty.

We specifically requested that everything be kept simple, and since this wasn't an internal company meeting, there were no messy reports or openings, no cumbersome ceremonies, just a simple greeting and we got straight to the point.

"To make a long story short, let me finish speaking before you discuss and ask questions. I don't like being interrupted."

"In short, the first phase of the panacea project has been completed and is ready for mass production, and the cost is not particularly high."

"I brought with me complete technical information. I made production-oriented adjustments on the way here, and I plan to dedicate a month to providing guidance. I only have one month."

"I hope the company can master the technology as quickly as possible, set up production lines for production and promotion, and I hope the company will not take excessive profits from the universal drug, or even refrain from taking profits while maintaining a break-even point."

"This isn't just my idea; it's the consensus of several geniuses involved in the development of the panacea. Of course, we're not that domineering, and the company naturally has the right to refuse."

Lin Yi waved his hand

"Okay, that's it. It's not that complicated. I hope the company will give it a good 'consider'."

Now there is silence, no sound.

After a moment, Oswaldo broke the silence: "I think you should understand that a company is not a charity and cannot operate without making a profit, especially not such a large piece of the pie."

“Shut up, Oswaldo. I understand your pioneering spirit, but all I want is a result, not pointless probing and tug-of-war.”

"I'm going next door. You can start arguing now. Call me when you're done, but don't take too long."

Actually, it would have been more efficient to inform them in advance and let the company argue amongst themselves beforehand and go through the motions, but... Lin Yi forgot.

"Will they agree, teacher?"

“But teacher, didn’t you say that the company values ​​profits the most, and that no one, except for the guardian star god Kripper, can make them give up profits?”

"Yes, but they get more than they give after agreeing."

"Zhu Xing, remember this: whenever you deal with the company in the future, always remember this—"

Keep the process as brief as possible, don't give them too much time, talk more and listen less, ask the company questions rather than answer theirs, and don't get caught up in their logic.

"So that's why you interrupted the head of the market development department?"

"No, it's just that he's such a disgusting person that I don't want to hear him speak."

'The teacher hates Oswald Schneider'

"Teacher, I'm going out for a bit."

"It can take as long as you want, just let me know when you're ready to leave."

The company has finished discussing it and, as expected, agreed.

Mrs. Baryan: "Mr. Lin Yi, the company can grant your request."

Vantara Keane: "But there are a few conditions, I hope you can understand."

Oswaldo Schneider: "After all, a company isn't a charity; you can't expect them to give up such a huge profit just by talking to them."

“I need to correct something. It’s not ‘you,’ it’s ‘you all.’”

"As for your terms, tell us first."

Oswaldo Schneider: "The company will expand production at all costs, but expanding production scale takes time, transportation takes time, and the company needs to have absolute say in deciding which star sectors to prioritize supplying."

"Yes, the genius won't interfere, but the company cannot unjustifiably obstruct or deliberately restrict the sale of drugs in a particular region. The company can only decide the order of sales, not ban the sale of drugs in an entire region."

Yan Shilu: "The second condition is that the company needs five student slots each year for exchange and learning at Shenxiao Space City."

"Five is too many, only two. And don't both run to me. One goes to the Black Tower, and the other goes to the Screws. As for Ruan Mei... never mind, you won't be able to find her."

"Also, if a new person comes, the old one can leave. If I want to keep them, the company must let them go. That's it. Accept this or not, otherwise, there's no point in discussing it."

After some discussion, it was agreed that there would be six people, two on each side, and the time would be changed to a three-year cycle. However, if a genius was eliminated, the spot would be void within three years.

Chapter 15 Starquake