Above The Sky
Chapter 677 - 677 617 The Blessing of the Calamity of Heavenly Fall Thanks to the alliance leader Zeng Ah Zeng for the reward 6200

677: Chapter 617: The Blessing of the Calamity of Heavenly Fall (Thanks to the alliance leader Zeng Ah Zeng for the reward, 6200) 677: Chapter 617: The Blessing of the Calamity of Heavenly Fall (Thanks to the alliance leader Zeng Ah Zeng for the reward, 6200) “I know,”

Ian’s gaze fell.

He had never been a manager before; it was an utterly unfamiliar field to him.

The Imperial Capital was far too dangerous for him, with restrictions aplenty.

Even though he had indeed acquired a vast amount of resources and knowledge here, the presence of high energy level powerhouses and Protector Axer made Ian constantly feel a significant sense of crisis.

Should he carelessly, truly expose his most critical identity, Ian would lose everything, and there would be no room for a comeback.

The margin for error was too low.

He may joke about losing his disguise, but each time his identity was nearly discovered, Ian’s heart was filled with warnings akin to ‘death’.

Luckily, those who could see through him were mostly familiar with Teacher Hiliad and Inega II, and to some extent agreed with their thoughts.

Otherwise, he would have had no footing in this world at all.

To this day, Ian was still protected by the legacy left by Teacher Hiliad.

In summary, the Imperial Capital was high-risk, high-reward, but he had already taken the easy gains to be had.

Especially since he had already collected all the key books from the Imperial Capital Grand Library into the Silver Chip, the value of the Imperial Capital to him had greatly diminished.

Even the texts on special Spirit Energy that he hadn’t collected were brought out from Avak’s experimental laboratory and now lay in the bag beside his bed.

If it weren’t for wanting to earn some reputation with a paper on Efficacy Potions to attract some investment for setting up his own laboratory in Leyan Territory, Ian would have been ready to leave this place long ago.

“It can indeed be said that the Imperial Capital is the center of the Setar Empire, but to me, it is no different in essence from any other major city,”

Ian closed his eyes and slowly said, “The people here live comfortably, even those townsfolk worried about temporary residence permits never lack food or clothing.

Each of the fifteen satellite cities of the Imperial Capital is a large metropolitan area with different customs and characteristics…

Yes, the Imperial Capital is too big, too complex, and some things are deeply ingrained.”

“That’s why I can’t change it.”

Opening his eyes, Ian earnestly said to Master Gossay, “Many of my ideas cannot be realized here.

I must have a domain, an ‘Experimental Garden’ that belongs to ‘me.’ To start from scratch, a blank slate.”

“Master Gossay, what is the definition of an excellent Lord?

To me, it’s also just an experiment, a stacking of technologies.

If a Lord cannot scientifically plan his domain, cannot bring in new technologies to serve his domain residents and improve their lives, maintain stable order, he can’t be considered excellent.”

“Just in this aspect, I think there is no essential difference between a Lord and a technician.”

“Aside from technology, the most important things are relationships and networking…

as well as how your domain residents feel.

It’s not to say that the better the technology, the more they will support you.” Master Gossay shook his head slightly.

He had wanted to remind Ian of this, but after thinking it over, he felt there was really no need for a reminder.

—Until now, he had never seen anyone who particularly disliked Ian.

Even Karan Xir, a fellow student of Yisen Gard, who initially scowled at Ian, showed admiration upon hearing Ian’s name recently and expressed concern when he learned Ian was injured.

Indeed, it seems there really isn’t much difference.

“By the way, Master Gossay,”

At this point, a hint of confusion appeared on Ian’s face.

He set his teacup on his thigh and said with puzzlement, “When exactly will my paper on the Efficacy Potion be approved?

I was planning to use it to attract some investment to build another laboratory.”

—By that time, he would simply pack up all the equipment from the experimental building here in the Imperial Capital and directly relocate.

“Your paper?

Forget about it.”

The words from Master Gossay made Ian uneasy, and the following words made him think ‘this is bad’: “Your paper is too valuable, and the Imperial Military has already applied to classify it as confidential—If it had been a while ago, they might have given you a chance to attract investment, but now in war preparation, the Imperial Military won’t let go of a technology that significantly extends the effects of potions.”

“However, don’t worry, although you can’t secure the investment, you will have the friendship of the Imperial Military, orders, and commissions.

This is a great opportunity, even one that puts you directly in place.”

Having said this, Master Gossay himself started to smile.

He took a sip of his bitter barley tea and leisurely said, “Leyan Territory just happens to be a source of alchemy raw materials.

If you really can take actual control of it and add on orders from the Imperial Military, you could make a fortune from the war, and your domain’s development is bound to be swift.”

“…Indeed, it’s not a bad thing.”

Ian’s expression stiffened slightly, but upon further thought, it really was true.

In this world, one might be able to patent some ordinary technologies, but if a developed technology was too useful, it would definitely be kept concealed.

However, a spark flickered in his eyes—Ian recognized that this was a good opportunity, “The military, huh…

the lead of the South Ridge military faction…

isn’t that Marquis Barton?

Or should I say…

General Barton.”

—Isn’t that my direct superior?

Someone from my own side.

“It’s more or less like that, Ian.

Do you intend to keep pretending to be gravely injured?”