The tickets to the Machinery Exchange Conference were very cheap, only five silver coins.
Of course, this was only for Mechanics. Everyone else had to pay five gold coins to buy a ticket, which was ridiculously expensive.
The entrance to the conference was very big, and there were eight entrances. Hayashi River took the ticket and walked toward the entrance with fewer people.
He stepped into the detection door with one foot, but he was stopped by the guard.
"What's wrong? Is there a problem with the ticket? "Hayashi River asked in surprise.
"Sir. This is the special entrance for Master Mechanics, "the guard said.
Hayashi River: "- _ - | |"
Many people in the queue at the seven entrances laughed. They were waiting for Hayashi River to walk over and embarrass himself.
"Damn … these guys didn't even give me a reminder. They're not friendly at all. Where's the basic friendliness between people …" Hayashi River cursed in his heart and walked to one of the entrances to queue.
"Brother, don't take it to heart. Every conference, there are always people who walk the wrong way. You're not the first, and you won't be the last, "a middle-aged man in front of him said while holding back his laughter.
"Uncle, don't worry. In thirty years, you might be able to walk in openly, "a girl with baby fat behind him said.
Hayashi River stroked his fake mustache and maintained his cold expression, but he was actually very embarrassed.
"Based on my disguise, if I become a Master Mechanic in thirty years, I'll be in my grave soon. In ten years at most, I'll become a Master Mechanic, "Hayashi River muttered in his heart.
However, he quickly threw this awkwardness to the back of his mind. Looking at the other end of the passage, at the sparkling ground and the people on various floating vehicles, Hayashi River was looking forward to the grand exhibition inside.
Not far away, in the queue of another passage, three men and one woman saw the joke that Hayashi River had made and laughed at each other.
"If this uncle really is a Master Mechanic, then the guard will probably lose his job."
The woman among the four laughed lightly. She was wearing black and white checkered casual clothes and leather boots. Her clothes were low-key and luxurious, and her fair skin made her pretty face look very pretty.
The other three men looked at the woman with burning adoration in their eyes.
However, a man wearing a Mechanic robe stood next to the woman, showing that he was her real boyfriend.
"How can this uncle be a master mechanic? He doesn't look like one."
"Let's talk about this age. There aren't many Master Machinists under the age of forty in the entire continent, and they won't use this passageway either. There will be a special airship to transport them into the venue."
The other two men opened their mouths to express their opinions.
"That might not be the case."
The man in the Mechanic robe stood there and said proudly, "I might be able to become a Mechanic Master before I turn forty."
Hearing this, the other two men smiled in agreement, but there was sadness in their eyes. It was the difference between their professions that made it impossible for them to pursue this beautiful woman.
"Aengus, remember what you said? He became a Master Mechanic before the age of forty, "the woman said with a smile.
Angus was overjoyed to be able to win the attention of a beauty. He nodded and promised that he would become a Mechanic Master before the age of forty.
"Alright. I'm waiting for that day … "
The beautiful woman smiled sweetly. She lowered her head and sighed inwardly. She actually didn't like this kind of man who had pride written on his face. However, her father insisted on matchmaking them. Both of their families were well-matched, so she could only comply.
Twenty-five years old, and he passed the Mechanic exam this year. With such a young age, it's no wonder Angus is so proud, the woman thought to herself.
The four of them passed the security check and walked into the passage. The beautiful woman looked at the time and said, "It's almost noon. Let's hurry over. I hope we'll have a chance to have lunch with Master Xiluo."
Hearing Master Xiluo's name, Angus also put away his pride. This was a powerhouse that even his teacher respected.
It was actually more difficult for a powerhouse to obtain the title of Master than to become a Mechanic Master.
The four of them found the road sign, jumped onto the hoverboard, and sped away.
At this moment, beside the special passage, the guard was inspecting the inspection door. He was very curious as to why the inspection door didn't ring when Hayashi River stepped into the inspection door.
"Could it be broken …"
The guard took out his communicator and informed the staff to check it.
…
The venue of the Machinery Exchange Festival was very big. It was like a town, and Mechanics could be seen everywhere on the streets and alleys. Such a scene was very rare in the outside world.
Here, other than those tall buildings, there were also many small shops. Most of them were opened by individual merchants, and they were taking advantage of the festival to sell some mechanical products.
The small shops here were very unique. In order to attract customers, there were many prize-winning questions and answers.
Moreover, every shop had all kinds of questions and answers or competitions, and the prizes were very generous.
The purpose of the shops was the same as the purpose of the festival. They hoped to attract the presence of a brilliant Mechanic. If they could facilitate the development of a mechanical product, they would make a lot of money.
If they could meet a Mechanic Master who came and gave them some pointers, it would be like a pie falling from the sky.
Although such things were rare, there were precedents in the Machinery Exchange Festival.
On one of the streets, there was a very unique small shop. It had two doors, one of which was half closed, and the other heavy red door beside it had a mechanical wheel handle.
People walked to and fro on the street, and from time to time, people would come to the red door out of curiosity and try to turn the mechanical wheel. However, no matter how much strength they used, they could not move it at all.
"This mechanical wheel is just a decoration, right? This red door is basically locked …"
Someone questioned, but after seeing the white dwarf shop owner's scarred face and his intimidating gaze, they did not dare to ask anymore and hurriedly left.
The products sold in this small shop were not mechanical products, but ancient books and blueprints. Some people came in and looked around, but they all shook their heads and left.
The Machinery Exchange Festival was here to visit and buy high-tech mechanical products. Who would want to see these ancient things?
Noon.
There were many customers in the small shop. There were three men and one woman at the door, as well as Master Wind, his student Young Master Ken, and his follower Old Lie.
In front of the old round table, the scarred white dwarf shop owner and Master Wind sat opposite each other. The two of them drank the fine wine of the Blue Agate Winery and chatted.
Master Wind drank a mouthful of wine and said with a smile, "Xirol, how long do you plan to run this broken shop for? Leave the mountain before your power declines."
"Leave the mountain for what? Wait for you old rivals to press me to the ground and beat me up? "
Xirol lowered his head and looked at a book on the basics of mechanical repair.
Master Feng sighed. "Even if your weapon is damaged and you change it to a three-star weapon, none of us old friends are a match for you … Come out of seclusion. Those fellows from the Western Continent have been very arrogant at the border recently. If you come out of seclusion, you can teach them a lesson and let the Western Continent calm down."
"Humph …" Xirol snorted coldly and drank his wine without saying anything.
Glancing at the book, Master Wind shook his head. He didn't believe that this old man could understand this book. He was just putting on an act.
The two elders were sitting, but the young people on the side did not have seats. Their gazes drifted to another table from time to time.
Behind the red door, there was a table with a pot of tea and pastries on it. The prize for opening the door was written on the table.
Looking at the pot of tea, the young people's eyes were full of desire. The tea was Dream Gold Tea, and it was dried with the blood of a sea dragon. Its effect was comparable to a treasure grade medicine.
As long as they opened the mechanical wheel on the red door, they would be able to enjoy this treasure grade Dream Gold Tea and a limited supply of delicious pastries.
"Is this mechanical wheel lock really that hard to open?"
Angus was doubtful. He looked at Qi Ling and wanted to show off in front of the beautiful girl. With his level in mechanics, he should be able to turn half a circle at least.
Therefore, he walked out of the shop and came to the red door. He observed the mechanical wheel and began to turn it.
However, no matter how hard he tried, he could not turn it at all.
This scene caused a few young people in the store to laugh, especially the two men who laughed very loudly. Being able to see their competitors suffer a setback was something that couldn't be more joyous.
Angus's face was a little red. He walked in and asked, "Master Xirol, can this mechanical wheel lock really turn?"
Hearing this question, Xirol raised his head slightly. His calm eyes contained a force that made Angus take a few steps back.
"Young man, you've just passed the mechanic exam. Don't think that you're very knowledgeable. When you become a Master Mechanic, you'll realize how insignificant you are … "
Xirol said in a low voice.
Angus's face was red, and he said proudly, "When I become a Master Mechanic, I'll definitely be able to open this mechanical wheel lock!"
Master Xirol lowered his head and continued to read the basics of mechanics. He could not be bothered with this boastful young man. If Angus's teacher was not a Master Mechanic, he would have kicked this young man out long ago.
Master Feng looked at Angus and then at the silent Ken. He smiled subtly. The more he looked at his student, the more satisfied he was.
"Angus …"
Qi Ling pulled Angus, signaling him to be quiet. She did not want to cause any trouble.
At this time, a figure walked past the shop from the crowd on the street. He exclaimed in surprise and stopped in front of the red door.
"Hmm … Isn't this the uncle who went to the wrong door …" Qi Ling murmured.
"Hmph! This guy wants to open the mechanical wheel lock too? He's dreaming. "
Angus had heard from his teacher that the mechanical wheel lock of this red door was very special. Until now, almost a hundred Master Mechanics had tried it, but none had been able to open it.
"This poor Mechanic wants to try …"
Angus sneered. He was looking forward to the scene where this middle-aged Mechanic with thick glasses could not open the lock no matter how hard he tried. If that was the case, the embarrassing scene just now would not be so embarrassing.
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