The workers and alchemy apprentices were checking and debugging the reaction vessel for the last time. They confirmed the seal of each section of the connecting pipes and tested the operation of each group of runes to make sure that the reaction vessel, which was far larger than any conventional alchemy table, would not have a fatal accident after it was officially put into operation. And the most important part, the central reactor, was personally inspected by Pitman.
As the part of the entire system that was under the highest pressure, this unassuming metal vessel was the product of cutting-edge technology in Cecil Territory. It was molded by Egg Nicholas himself, and the interior was inscribed with elemental runes that could resist corrosion and high temperature and pressure. At the same time, under the guidance of Gwen, Egg Nicholas had also designed the first mechanical-based pressure gauge in history. It used a flexible metal tube as a sensitive element, and relied on gears and connecting rods to drive the needle to display the data. Its accuracy was not high, but it was passable.
In Gwen's view, the principle of the pressure gauge was not complicated. It could be done with the current mechanical processing technology in Cecil Territory. The difficult part was the standardization of the pressure scale. Fortunately, in this world with strange laws of physics, there was at least a reasonable "atmospheric pressure". Gwen and the Iron Ball people struggled for a long time before they measured the standard value of the local atmospheric pressure and developed a series of air and pressure standards based on it. Then, they engraved the corresponding atmospheric pressure on the dial of the pressure gauge. In the absence of standard parameters in this world, Gwen was content to be the standard maker of a series of standards and was ready to apply these standards in various fields in the future.
In addition to the advanced measuring device, the precision pipe connection, and the high-strength tank, the equipment also had a special feature. It no longer used an open flame as the heat source to heat the liquid. Instead, it used the fire elemental runes inscribed on the bottom of the reaction vessel to heat it directly. Most of the Druil potions did not require the high temperature of smelting metal, and the fire elemental runes could play the role of heating the tank. And compared to the open flame device on the alchemy table, the heat of these elemental runes was more stable and more controllable.
Finally, the final inspection was completed. Pitman left the inspection area of the reaction vessel, and an alchemy and herbalist apprentice who looked to be in his twenties stepped forward. He was the person in charge of the alchemy factory selected by Pitman. It was obvious that the young man was a little nervous, but he still activated all parts of the reaction vessel according to the most standard procedure. As the prepared materials were poured into the inlet, the magic runes in the "large alchemy device" began to gradually charge. Gwen could feel the flow of magic power. Under the effect of the inverter array, the primitive natural magic power activated the ancient divine runes, and everything began to run naturally.
Unlike the roar when the first magic engine was activated, the reaction vessel in front of him would not make too much noise even if it was at full power. Although there were operating machines such as stirrers and pumps around it, the primitive magic engine had been optimized several times and did not make too much noise. The mechanical devices used in this reaction vessel were also "small machines" that made less noise. It was quite "quiet" when it worked.
As for the large container in the center, it was even quieter. There were no mechanical components in it.
Rebecca looked at the group of alchemists and workers busying themselves among the jars. Every one of them had a nervous and excited expression on their faces. She was a little disappointed. "Ah … I thought the new machine would be more noisy when it's activated …"
"If this thing makes a big noise, it won't be far from an explosion." Gwen glanced at Iron Head, then looked at Pitman and nodded slightly. "Congratulations, your inverter array and divine array are running perfectly."
The wrinkles on Pitman's face had piled up like flowers. The little old man, who usually peddled ointments and told fortunes as his hobby, smiled from the bottom of his heart. "Yes, yes … You're on the right track. You're on the right track."
Amber looked at the pile of complicated metal pipes and reaction vessels in surprise. She could not help but ask, "Such a large set of things … How much potion does it produce every day? By the way, old man, what is this set of jars used for? "
Pitman was obviously in a good mood now. He did not even ask why Amber called him 'old man'. He stroked his beard proudly. "Reaction Vessel No. 1 produces Druil's signature 'rejuvenation potion', which is the healing potion. Farming is suspended in winter, and there is no need for agricultural potions for the time being. But there are a lot of construction projects in winter, and there are a lot of injury and illness reports in the fief every day. These potions come in handy. As for the output … Now that we have the raw materials from Kant Hill, and there is no shortage of raw materials, the potion produced every day is enough for the fief's consumption for a week. And this is a conservative estimate … "
Amber's eyes widened. "A week's supply in a day?! Then it won't take long for you to fill up all the warehouses in the fief! What's the use of such a large output? "
Gwen smiled and looked at the half-elf. "Sell it."
"Sell …" Amber obviously did not think of this before. It was not that she was narrow-minded, but because Cecil's fief had always been in a state of development and construction. Basically, there was not enough materials here. They had always been purchasing, and this was the first time that they were selling the surplus. She felt a little numb, and even asked subconsciously. "Sell it to whom?"
"The first confirmed market is Kant Hill," Gwen said casually.
Amber just nodded, and then immediately reacted. "Wait a minute! Are the raw materials for these potions bought from Kant Hill? "
"Yes."
"Then you cut them, mince them, stir them, throw them into the tank and boil them. Then you sell them to Kant Hill according to the price of the alchemy potion?"
"… That's the process."
"Oh my god! You can do that?! " Amber was dumbfounded. As a bandit with a skewed worldview, he felt extremely uncomfortable at this moment. "Didn't you say that you want to treat Kant Hill as your own territory? You even want to treat the Kant people as Cecil's subjects … Speaking of which, are you regretting leaving the property that Viscount Kant left for you in that castle? But you don't have to do such a dirty trick. Leave it to me, I'll go there to buy vegetables twice, and I'll bring it back for you … "
"You're much worse than me, okay?!" Gwen glared at Amber, then shook his head and explained, "I don't intend to cheat my future people. The potions are shipped to Kant Hill because it's the largest medicinal material distribution center in the Southern Territory. In addition to herbs, there has always been an alchemy potion business there. Currently, Mr. Padrick, who is in charge of managing the affairs of Kant Hill, is Viscount Kant's adviser and also the contact of the Chamber of Commerce. He has channels to help us sell the excess potions. I'm going to let him be the 'agent' of Cecil's alchemy potion and sell the potions with me. This way, Cecil Hill can make a lot of money, and Kant Hill can also get a share of the profit. It's good for everyone. "
"… It's something that can benefit everyone," Amber blinked. "But … this is a lot of benefits, won't anyone … be hurt?"
"Yes," Gwen laughed. "Of course there will be people who will be hurt. All the third-party potion merchants, pharmacists, Druil and alchemists on the trade line of Kant Hill will definitely be affected."
Amber's eyes widened. "Then …"
"I'll send out a recruitment notice at the right time. Then, the problem of the shortage of alchemy talents in the territory will be solved. Those people will be good workers in the alchemy factory with a little training."
This time, Amber could only stare but had no words to say. She could more or less follow Gwen's steps in the first few steps, but she could only stare at the last step and do not know what to say. After a long time, she realized something from the bottom of her heart.
When a cunning ancient heroic spirit came back to life and planned to do something, the so-called plots and tricks that the thugs in the gutter bragged about were not worth mentioning at all.
"With such a large number of alchemy potions flowing into the market, even if it's just the most common Rejuvenation Potion, it's enough to cause a huge impact on the market." Pitman stroked his beard with a faint smile. "Even if it's just a set of reaction tanks, its non-stop production is enough to crush the total production of all the alchemists in Cecil Hill, Kant Hill, Leslie Hill Hill and even Calore Hill in the north. My Lord, I think I finally understand what you meant when you said that 'mass production will be the first step to destroying the old order'. But have you ever considered that once such a large number of potions with Cecil's label enter the market, we're bound to attract the attention and curiosity of all parties … "
"Yes, they will be curious and pay attention, but that will take time to react. And it's just an alchemy potion, the attention it will attract is quite limited. This little bit of curiosity and attention is nothing to me. Perhaps it will be beneficial," Gwen said with a smile. "Compared to the alchemy potions, the next thing I'm going to introduce will probably cause a much bigger impact …"
"The next thing you're going to introduce?" Amber looked at Gwen curiously. "What else are you going to sell?"
Gwen patted Amber's head. "I'm going to sell something to Tanzania Town, but the specific details have not been decided yet. You'll know when the time comes."
Amber blinked, but this time, even if she and Rebecca came forward to ask, Gwen did not intend to answer more, so the two girls had to keep their mouths shut, full of curiosity.
Gawain stood under Reactor Tank No. 1 and looked up at this set of 'chemical equipment' that was a fusion of various cutting-edge technologies in Cecil. He looked at the magic runes that flickered quietly and listened to the noises made by the various auxiliary machines and magic circles that filled the tank with liquids, provided heat, and released divine spells. A smile slowly crept onto his face.
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