Cecil City, the Liege's Residence.
Gwen sat behind a large desk, and Heti stood quietly beside him. In front of them, a clear holographic projection appeared above the magic net terminal in the study.
A girl with a sweet smile stood in the middle of the projection, and on the table in front of her was a strange device that looked like a low table. The device was supported by four legs, and the top was a flat surface. In a pan on the flat surface, steak and bread were being fried in hot oil, making a cheerful sizzling sound.
Outside the picture, a cheerful voice of the narrator sounded, "... the magic heating station, the best choice to replace the traditional stove — no firewood, no open flame, save your cooking costs, and save you the trouble of cleaning... Coade Family Services will always be at your service. Magic, brings convenience to life … "
The short video was soon finished. Heidi waited until the screen switched back to the previous program before she broke the silence with a trace of admiration. "This is the latest advertisement of Coade's Family Business Company. Ancestor, you didn't see wrong at that time. That businessman named Coade... really has a talent that ordinary people don't have... Ancestor? Ancestor, what's wrong? "
Gawain was still staring at the holographic projection. Until the end of the program, he did not move his eyes away. There was still a strange look on his face. This abnormal situation made Heidi very nervous. It was not until she called him three times in a row that Gawain suddenly woke up as if he had just woken up from a dream. "Ah … I was distracted just now."
"Ancestor, are you … really okay?" Heti could not help but ask with concern, because the expression on Gwen's face was really not like before, and on that usually calm and dignified face, she actually saw a trace of … sadness.
But it was not sadness, because there was also obvious relief and joy mixed in.
"I'm fine, just a little emotional …" Gwen looked at Heti's nervous look, and smiled as he comforted her. "Seeing these things appear spontaneously among the people, I feel that my promotion has not been in vain."
Bringing advanced ideas and magical technology into this era was not an easy task, and from the beginning, Gwen knew that. But what he was most worried about was not the 'difficulties' in the process, he was most worried that his promotion and construction were 'one-way stacking', and that this society really did not have the foundation for change, and was not ready to face the new era. Magical technology seemed to be developing rapidly, and the Duchy of Cecil seemed to be rising rapidly, but he never dared to breathe a sigh of relief, because he was afraid that one day, he, the so-called 'guide', would fall, and the development of this land would stagnate, or even … regress.
Until now, he was still not completely sure if the Duchy of Cecil would continue to develop if he suddenly fell, but at least he was sure of one thing: this pool of stagnant water was now flowing.
Or perhaps, it was never a pool of stagnant water, and even in the darkest and most oppressive Middle Ages, in the depths of this pool … there was always a small group of people, waiting for the era of flowing water to come.
After calming himself down, Gwen suddenly felt that his previous worries were a little arrogant, and he could not help but shake his head self-deprecatingly. "Heti, don't you think … I'm actually a little arrogant?"
"Arrogant? Why would you think so? " Heti's eyes widened in surprise. "Your greatness has been recognized by history, and your achievements have been established in this land. Compared with these achievements, I think you're too humble … A mediocre baron would carve his boring life in stone, but you still refuse to have anyone make a statue of you."
"Let's not talk about this." Gwen waved his hand. "Other than this Coade Family Business Company, are there any similar technical civilian industries that have risen?"
"Very few. Most people have just adapted to the changes in the situation of the duchy. There are very few people like Coade who can react quickly and find business opportunities from magic technology. But there are some. In the Calore region, a merchant found a new ice-making technology using a rune substrate. In the Hosman region, a few craftsmen cooperated to open a workshop. They tried to improve the existing magic water pump to adapt to the lower water table in the Hosman region. Other than that … there's nothing else. "
"That's good … That's good …" Gwen nodded repeatedly.
The development of society would naturally give birth to some things. With the gradual promotion of magic technology, academies across the country would continue to disseminate knowledge to the people, and the upper class of society would continue to come in contact with the latest magic devices. There would certainly be smart people who would have an active mind. As long as there were enough expected benefits, these smart people with active minds would take the initiative to come in contact with and even want to master these new fields. In this process, the wealthier merchants and intellectuals with a certain degree of technical foundation would be the biggest driving force.
They would seize the earliest technological and policy benefits, and in Gwen's view, this was what they deserved.
At the current stage, the real magical technology was still in the hands of the 'government'. It was in the hands of the Magical Technology Research Institute, the Rune Research Institute, the Machine Building Institute, and the various design bureaus. However, Gawain had never restricted the dissemination of non-military and non-confidential technology and knowledge. The civilian magical terminals were sold publicly, and in the various academies and night schools, there were also rune boards for 'literacy' that were open to the public. Private 'technology companies' like Codd's Home Knowledge had developed on this small foundation.
"These things need to be encouraged. Not only that, but they also need to be publicized." Gwen had a smile on his face. "We support civilian research and improvement of magic technology. As long as it complies with the law, we will support and reward it. Civilian interest is the key to the promotion and development of technology … It seems that the 'patent' system needs to be perfected soon. "
"Patent? Is it the thing that you mentioned before that is used to manage the various technological achievements? "Heti blinked." I see. I will come up with a draft as soon as possible. "
"Well." Gwen nodded, then looked up at the mechanical clock on the wall. "Speaking of which … the elves should be arriving soon, right?"
"Two hours ago, there was a sighting report from the Tansan Hub. According to the flying speed of the giant eagles, they should be arriving soon." Heti nodded. "Are you ready to welcome them?"
"Get ready." Gwen stood up. "They are important guests."
Heti sighed. "The royal family is really declining. They have to rely on the aliens for such an important envoy."
Gwen smiled and looked at Heti. "What else? Let them and the Easterners argue for half a month about who is more qualified to contact the South. I'm afraid the team won't be able to go out by winter. "
The elves were coming.
Huge and mighty gray-black giant eagles swept across the sky like dark clouds, flapping their wings in the northwest sky. The sentry tower on the city wall sounded sharp flutes and loud horns. Bright flags extended from the northwest corner of the city wall all the way to the administrative district in the center of the city. Beside the Lord's Mansion, in the open square in front of the 'Autumn Palace', Cecil's soldiers in bright armor had been waiting for a long time.
Gwen stood in the square with Heti and Rebecca, who were the representatives of the family and the Government Office, Solderlin, who was temporarily acting as the 'Elven Affairs Officer', and several officials from the Government Office, watching the huge birds of prey descending from the sky.
It was a rare experience for the humans in the north to face such exotic birds of prey. But when the huge birds of prey landed one after another, the soldiers on the scene still stood straight and did not make any unnecessary movements.
After the giant eagles landed, tall and elegant figures jumped down from the backs of the mounts and then stepped toward Gwen and the others.
The nearby military band played music at the right time.
In the midst of the music, Gawain first glanced at those giant eagles. Then, he turned his head slightly and asked Heidi, who was beside him, "Did they fly all the way in from the northwestern border?"
"Yes, they first flew over the Louen area and were discovered by the local Magic Net Hub Tower. Then they flew along the Hosman, Azok, Whitelake Bay, and Tanzam route to here."
Gwen pondered for a moment and said to himself, "Although it may be a little early … the concept of air defense and air force can't be blank …"
Heti was stunned. "Ancestor, what are you talking about?"
"Oh, nothing." Gwen shook his head, then his eyes fell on the elves who were walking toward him. A short-haired female elf who was relatively short even among humans entered his sight first. From Gwen? Cecil's memory was instantly activated, and he couldn't help but mutter in a low voice, "… I actually see an acquaintance?"
Rebecca was very curious. "Ancestor, do you know any of these elves?"
Gwen smiled and nodded, then stepped forward. "Sonia? Frostleaf, we haven't seen each other for seven centuries. "
The short-haired female walking in the middle of all the elves quickened her pace and quickly walked in front of Gwen. After standing still, she didn't immediately respond to his greeting. Instead, she sized up Gwen with a strange and scrutinizing expression on her face. After a few seconds, she smiled and extended her hand. "Even if I see it with my own eyes, I still can't believe all of this is real … You actually came back to life?"
Gwen held Sonia's hand and kissed her hand. Frost Leaf's hand was kissed by both humans and elves, and then she shook her head helplessly. "If my old territory hadn't been burned down by a passing blue dragon's dragon flame, I could take my own coffin to testify for you."
"There's no need for any proof. Elves have good memories. I still remember the details of your appearance and voice." Frostleaf nodded. "Her Majesty Bersetia asked me to send her regards to you. Also, General Lomar, Countess Celia, Count Queldoin, General Shana, Sage Gideon, and Messenger Kyrie send their regards to you as well."
After that, she immediately turned to a messenger beside her. "Write it down. I'll pass on the message."
"Alright, I'll write it down."
Gwen didn't know whether to laugh or cry as he listened to the messenger's long string of words. Gwen? The name that left a deep impression in Cecil's memory. He helplessly spread out his hands. "I left in a hurry back then and couldn't meet everyone as promised. But suddenly dying in battle … It's not in the plan, is it?"
Sonia? Frostleaf waved her hand. "Anyway, I've passed on the message."
At this time, Rebecca, who had followed along, finally couldn't help but chatter. "Hey, ancestor, you really know each other? Who are those names just now? Are they all your friends back then? Ancestor, you're so amazing! "
"I knew a lot of people back then. You don't have to be so surprised." Gwen glanced at Rebecca and signaled Heti with his eyes to quickly control this stupid deer who could embarrass herself at any time. Then he turned around and led these special messengers in the direction of the Autumn Palace. He waved to Solderlin who was not far away. "Solderlin, don't stand so far away. Come and say hello."
Solderlin had been standing in an inconspicuous position since the beginning, but now he had no choice but to step forward. This high-grade ranger came to Gawain's side and glanced at his compatriots from the Silver Empire with a strange look in his eyes. Finally, his gaze fell on Sonja Sonja. His gaze landed on Frostleaf.
Sonia just glanced at Solderlin and didn't say anything. She just waited for him to speak.
The few people walking beside Gwen obviously noticed the change in the atmosphere. Under everyone's curious gaze, Solderlin finally spoke. He lowered his head and said awkwardly, "Mother … long time no see."
The expressions of several people instantly became interesting. Rebecca's eyes widened. She looked at Solderlin and then at Sonia, who was about the same height as her. Finally, she couldn't help but open her mouth. "… Wow!!"
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