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Of course, this is merely the business network of the Sun Tzu Zhao Family; the true nature of the Sun Tzu Zhao Family is something that the Giant Yi Nation is well aware of.
The Royal Descendant of the Former Dynasty has such power that even the Great Zhou Dynasty hesitates to send troops for a direct crackdown. This is because merchants are incredibly formidable, holding half of the wealth and capable of buying an entire nation.
Especially the business network of the Sun Family, which is intricately connected everywhere and even interacts with most local officials. If they were to be casually eliminated, it would be a significant blow to the entire region.
As for the rampant Red Robe Sect, which is bold enough to directly attack the headquarters of Qi Kingdom, they are merely an arm of the Sun Family.
It is precisely this arm that has accumulated countless prestige for the Sun Family. Anyone who understands the situation has likely heard whispers about the ambiguous relationship between the Red Robe Sect and the Sun Family.
Although the Sun Family has never publicly acknowledged this, that does not mean it does not exist. Who would admit to such a thing anyway?
Lu Chen plans to visit both Giant Yi Nation and Yushan Kingdom in the future, but not at this moment.
After finishing his remarks, Lu Chen took a deep breath, standing straight with his hands clasped behind his back. Under the gentle moonlight, a cool breeze lifted his long hair, and he wore a resolute expression that inspired confidence.
Subsequently, Lu Chen engaged in many discussions with Princess Zhulan and Yue Shaoting. The three of them sat closely together, enjoying a delightful conversation.
Among various topics discussed, aside from matters related to Yushan Kingdom and Giant Yi Nation, there was one thing that particularly piqued Lu Chen's interest: the Earth Book.
The term "Earth Book" was relatively unfamiliar to Lu Chen; he had only heard of the Human Book. As for what the Earth Book was, it was completely unheard of.
When he was an entry-level disciple at Five Element Sect, they distributed some manuals for disciples to read in order to broaden their knowledge.
It was because Lu Chen read those manuals that his mind became enriched. Most matters below were mentioned in passing above.
However, there was no mention of the Earth Book in those texts!
According to the law of Princess Zhulan, the Earth Book has a long history, but it disappeared during the Refining Era three thousand years ago. Since then, no one has seen or obtained it again; it can only be found in some texts with vague descriptions.
Now, as we approach a chaotic era that comes once every few hundred years, the term "Earth Book" has unexpectedly resurfaced, creating a wave of excitement.
However, as of now, the true whereabouts of the Earth Book remain unknown; those discussing it are merely treating it as a topic of conversation.
After a night passed, on the second morning, Lu Chen woke up early to wash and tidy himself before heading with Princess Zhulan and others to Chen Qilin's Mechanism Base.
It had been a year since their last visit, and Lu Chen wondered how much Chen Qilin had developed in that time.
With anticipation in their hearts, they first took a carriage through the deep mountains, navigating rugged paths and passing through a corner of the Naval Camp before finally arriving at the Gulf.
At this moment, trees of moderate height had grown along the ridges on both sides of the Gulf, creating a lush green scene.
Yet amidst this greenery, there were paths wide enough for a person to pass through, leading out of the Gulf.
As Lu Chen and his companions walked along the path, they soon spotted two massive ships emerging in the distance, standing in a deep channel with masts towering higher than the surrounding ridges.
The two enormous masts reached heights of over a hundred feet, with bases thicker than barrels. Above them were simple ladders made of Black Iron, allowing someone to climb up.
As Lu Chen and his group approached the two ships, they felt increasingly awed by the breathtaking sight before them; it was truly a marvel of craftsmanship that seemed beyond human capability.
Upon getting closer to the ships, they noticed large cannon ports resembling water barrels on their sides. It was likely that Chen Qilin intended to equip these ports with cannons capable of firing Fire Thunder.
When they finally stood before the ships, they realized just how insignificant they were—feeling smaller than ants.
The ship's hull was made up of massive wooden planks with fresh and clear grain patterns, exuding a strong smell of tung oil.
If it were ordinary wood, it would be nearly impossible to piece them together, as the material is too fragile.
The main material of these ship bodies has undergone special treatment and has been soaked in a solution; only in this way can it withstand sun, rain, and insect damage, with a texture comparable to steel.
Moreover, this material has a unique characteristic: it becomes stronger with use, and its effectiveness lasts for over fifty years. It only begins to decay slowly after fifty years. Lu Chen heard this from Chen Qilin, but he does not know if it is true.
As Lu Chen and the others walked and observed, they noticed that there were still craftsmen busy on the ship, each holding a hammer and working diligently on their respective tasks.
At first, those craftsmen had fair skin, but after more than a year or two of shipbuilding work, they had all turned dark and shiny, as if they had just crawled out of a furnace, their skin reflecting light.
Each of them had removed their shirts and wore only tattered pants that were dirty and worn out; they seemed indifferent to their shabby appearance, focused solely on the work at hand.
Next to the large ship, there were winches in operation. A craftsman sat atop one of the winches, operating the pivot handle to lower ropes for hoisting items and transporting them onto the ship.
Lu Chen and the others did not disturb the craftsmen at work. When they saw them carrying heavy loads approaching, they quickly stepped aside to give way. These craftsmen worked very hard; it was because of their blood and sweat that the large ship existed today, deserving of respect.
After walking a bit further, Lu Chen and the others spotted Chen Qilin. At this moment, his sleeves were rolled up high, revealing his thin arms.
His skin was also very dark from sun exposure as he shouted hoarsely while directing the operation of the winches and the installation of special mechanisms.
There were many tasks he had to personally oversee; even with blueprints, the craftsmen often could not understand them and could only rely on him for guidance.
After enduring the elements for one or two years, Chen Qilin seemed to have aged significantly; his hair was now streaked with gray. However, he did not care at all; he was solely focused on the progress of the ship's construction and its final outcome.
Upon seeing Lu Chen and the others approach, Chen Qilin turned around with a grin that revealed his yellowed teeth.
"Elder Chen, you have worked hard," Lu Chen said sincerely as he stepped forward to offer some words of comfort.
Chen Qilin simply smiled and shook his head. He then set down the work in his hands and used an idle Winch to lift everyone onto the large ship.
This Winch was specially designed like a cage; once a person entered the cage, the Winch would creak as it lifted the cage onto the large ship, making it very convenient for people to board.
Upon reaching the deck of the large ship, the view was exceptionally wide, comparable to half of the Five Element Sect's Martial Arts Peak, with enough space for horse-drawn carriages to move around.
Moreover, the deck was very sturdy, allowing for practice of Qigong and Fist Technique without any worries about collapsing the ship.
Under Chen Qilin's guidance, Lu Chen and others toured the entire unfinished large ship to understand its layout from start to finish.
The reason the deck of the large ship was so spacious was that Chen Qilin intended for it to be used for military training; there was ample space for both training and horseback riding.
Inside the large ship, there was a dedicated oil pot for cooking fresh food. Life at sea could be quite dull, and the worst fear was running out of fresh food. With a large oil pot, there was no need to worry about such situations; as long as there was a cook, they could ensure daily fresh meals.
Additionally, the interior of the large ship had a granary capable of supplying food for a thousand-person army for a month.
The large ship also featured guest rooms, with dozens of them available. Although they were small, they were more than sufficient for one or two people.
Furthermore, there were holes drilled all over the ship's body in some peculiar places, clearly indicating that construction was not yet complete.
According to Chen Qilin's description, the large ship was to be equipped with various types of weapons. The gun ports they had just seen were indeed meant for installing Fire Thunder Cannons, which could directly shoot Fire Thunder at targets several thousand steps away.
Additionally, the design included a large net that could automatically deploy from the ship to capture whales.
Indeed, it could capture whales; however, Chen Qilin's purpose in designing it this way was not primarily for whale hunting. He intended it as a precautionary measure against capturing Undersea Monsters.
The depths of the ocean were incredibly mysterious, home to countless terrifying beasts with immense strength capable of overturning even a large ship.
Chen Qilin's large ship is not afraid of being capsized, but creating such a large net can directly capture the opponent. Another purpose is to use it against the Sailor.
In most countries' Navy, there are quite a few skilled divers who can swim from a distance and attach themselves to the hull to drill holes in the ship.
Indeed, many large ships are burdened by Sailors, as those individuals cling to the bottom of the ship like water ghosts, drilling into the hull with sharp spikes, only surfacing for air.
Do not underestimate such actions; they can wear down even seemingly indestructible vessels over time, often sinking them to the ocean floor.
Additionally, there is one major project that has just begun: the issue of Salvage Equipment.
The purpose of building large ships is to go out to sea and salvage Exogenous Stones, so Salvage Equipment is of utmost importance.
So far, work on Salvage Equipment has just started. Since this is a crucial aspect, it cannot afford any mistakes, which may require some additional time in the schedule, estimated to take a few months.
In just a few months, Lu Chen and others will be able to prepare and then set sail on the large ship to retrieve that piece of Source Stone that has come from afar.
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