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Chapter 82 My ability can only do this much

Chapter 82: Chapter 82 My ability can only do this much

Mazan looked at Chen Qing with a shocked expression. Did she realize what she had just said?

However, Chen Qing’s attention was wholly focused on the blueprint before her, oblivious to Mazan’s words beside her.

Mazan had only spoken a couple of sentences before realizing that Chen Qing was acting as if she didn’t exist, and she felt somewhat helpless.

Let it be, let it be, she thought. The child will understand once she faces her own setbacks.

These kids always think they can do anything. Mazan had been young once and naturally understood their way of thinking.

When she was young, Mazan too had dreamed of eradicating all the pirates in the world.

But what about reality? The biggest support behind her now was a group of pirates.

Mazan let out a bitter laugh and shook her head with a sense of sorrow.

It’s only after hitting the wall that people learn their lesson, she thought.

"Did you find the books you were tasked to look for?"

Chen Qing’s chilly voice suddenly interrupted Mazan’s thoughts, and Mazan looked up at her.

Chen Qing didn’t even glance at her, still intently focused on her work, quickly starting to draw the blueprint by hand on the paper.

This skill of hers did indeed surprise Mazan; Mazan was no stranger to watching other Mechanics work—meticulous and strict, with scrapped drafts all over the place.

None were like Chen Qing, who could start drafting a standard blueprint just like that.

And with this posture, could it be that Chen Qing was actually going to modify the blueprint...?

An unbelievable thought crossed Mazan’s mind. But, but she isn’t even a School Mechanic.

"Did you find them?"

Chen Qing looked up, her brows slightly furrowed, as if expecting an answer.

Mazan was used to this attitude. Whether it was Xia Li and her group or other Master professionals, this was their demeanor once they got into the work mode.

Though Mazan was the Island Master of Sapphire Island, she had become accustomed to such situations.

After all, in this world, strength was the only real truth.

Moreover, the way Chen Qing was now, it seemed like she had truly stumbled upon something useful.

Modifying an A-level blueprint...? Mazan was filled with doubts, yet there was a flicker of anticipation in her eyes.

"I found them."

"Bring them over now; I need to check some references."

Having received an answer, Chen Qing lowered her head and continued to concentrate on drawing the blueprint.

Mazan quickly ordered her subordinates to transport all the Mechanic-related books over.

The entire library was moved, with large bookshelves filled with all sorts of books.

The books in this world were quite interesting, not all of them were made of paper.

Leaves, stone tablets, pearls,... even some Mechanical Creatures, or certain plants and living organisms, could all serve as carriers of knowledge.

Chen Qing sifted through the collection of books and quickly found the knowledge on mechanical engineering and the disassembly and reassembly of machinery.

However, it was unfortunate that the highest level of knowledge Mazan could provide was only up to Level D.

This knowledge was not enough to solve the current problems Chen Qing faced.

Theoretically, it was certainly feasible to divide this project into three separate parts.

But with the current knowledge at hand, Chen Qing had no way to perfectly handle the finishing work after the disassembly.

If she were to forcibly modify the blueprint, there would certainly be unavoidable problems.

Closing the book, Chen Qing had a rather grave expression, which made Mazan next to her very nervous.

"How is it going?"

Mazan couldn’t help but ask. Even though Chen Qing was only half her age, she inexplicably felt a sense of trust in her.

"It’s possible to modify, but there’s a problem—"

Chen Qing’s words had not yet finished when she was immediately interrupted by Mazan’s cry of delight!

"Really?!"

If it weren’t for Mazan remembering her status, she would have loved to rush over and hug Chen Qing tightly right then and there.

However, Mazan wasn’t exactly calm either.

"You listen to me first."

Chen Qing tried to calm down the excited Mazan, explaining that she couldn’t perfectly improve the blueprint, only make it compatible with lower standards.

As such, the construction’s level and quality would inevitably decline, possibly not meeting the requirements of Mazan and her colleagues.

"I don’t care."

Mazan quickly waved her hands in a somewhat childish refusal to listen to anything else.

"I’m calling Qing Lan and Xia Liblang right now to have a meeting!"

Chen Qing simply couldn’t stop Mazan, who had already notified everyone before Chen Qing could intervene.

"..."

Chen Qing had no words to offer, and could only continue searching for any better solutions in the documentation.

It wasn’t long before Chen Qing was confronted by a group of furious School Mechanics.

Leading them was Brown, who wore a very sour expression, even Xia Li seemed somewhat disapproving as she looked at Chen Qing.

They had all received Mazan’s message, and despite being already overwhelmed with work, lacking even time to rest, this newcomer had stirred up trouble!

An Advanced Mechanic daring to be so recklessly overconfident!

They had thought a new helper had arrived to share the workload, but instead, this person was adding to it, wasting their precious time.

Mazan had clearly acted in desperation, joining in the madness with this Mechanic!

Before the School Mechanics could explode in anger, Chen Qing directly enlarged a blueprint and placed it before them.

"What is this?"

The sudden blueprint in their view looked pretty serious and legit.

While Brown didn’t rush to anger, Xia Li began to seriously examine the blueprint.

It seemed interesting.

"Defense construction downgraded blueprint, version one."

"This is as far as I can go with my abilities," Chen Qing stated calmly.

"From the original blueprint, it is composed of three parts, each with its own independent systems and core, not interfering with each other. The only thing connecting them is..." Chen Qing continued in her composed narrative of her modification strategy, her reasoning clear and orderly.

Sticking to facts and reason.

All the Mechanics present were professionals, and the completion of this defense construction would only benefit them, with no downsides.

Whether they were driven by emotion or reason, listening quietly to Chen Qing’s explanation was the best choice.

Mazan, too, was quietly relieved. Joy had clouded her judgment, making her make an incredibly rash decision.

Fortunately, Chen Qing had managed to stabilize the situation, preventing negative outcomes.

All the Mechanics present were trustworthy, so Mazan handed the original blueprint over to Chen Qing to facilitate her explanation.

The blueprint was unfurled again, and the group of School Mechanics began a discussion around it with Chen Qing at the center.

The more the Mechanics listened, the brighter their eyes shone, looking at Chen Qing as if she were some rare and invaluable treasure.

Good heavens above, how could there be such a brilliant mind in this world!

This wasn’t just about her being capable of only so much!

This was about her actually being able to achieve such a feat!

She was an Intermediate Advanced Mechanic, after all!