Episode 84 The ambition of River City

Recently, the group that has created the biggest topic is probably the kappa.

The energy-storing fluorescent lamps they made have recently caused a huge sensation in the mountain of youkai and in the world.

Originally, this was just the product of an accidental flash of inspiration in Kawajo Hatori, but after testing, it was well received.

Compared to kerosene lamps or candles, these fluorescent lamps have brighter light and are less affected by the environment. It can be used even in windy weather, and it is very safe.

The main thing is that it can be used continuously for more than twelve hours as long as it is fully charged once.

In addition, the price of this fluorescent lamp is also very cheap, and the durability is far more than that of candles.

There is simply no better light source for the villagers.

The only drawback is that the energy consumption is relatively large, and it must be charged once in about three days at most.

Of course, this is not too much of a problem for everyone.

So this tool was quickly popularized in the human world without much publicity, and even the nearby monsters began to take an interest in this kind of thing. Almost every day, a group of kappa can be seen running back and forth between the mountain and the village with a large and complex energy storage on their backs.

Faced with the success of Kawashiro Natori, Kawashiro immediately felt unconvinced.

What the other party can do, there is no way she can't do.

However, she did not set out to develop a new product.

Compared to his sister, River City Mitori's ambition is much greater.

She came up with an even more amazing plan.

Energy reform in Gensokyo Whole.

In addition to the villages supplied to Tengu and Kappa, there is a large surplus of electricity from the Aejin Lake Hydroelectric Power Station, and lately everyone has been thinking about how to use this excess power!

Kawashiro was against this at first, after all, it was their energy source, so why should it be provided to others for free, but this plan was approved by many people, even her mother agreed, and finally decided to implement this plan.

However, the idea is good, but the reality is full of problems.

First of all, there is the issue of distance.

Unlike the nearby kappa villages, the world is so far away from the Yokai Mountains that it would be a huge project to transmit electricity over a long distance. It takes a lot of thought just to lay the line.

Then, the main problem is how to ensure the stability of the conveyance.

Rivertown's vision was to build a huge power grid on the ground, as humans from the outside world had done, but Gensokyo's safety factor was so low that power towers and power poles could be easily damaged. Maybe it's just the fight between the two little monsters, which will break some wires, and she doesn't want to send someone out every day to repair the wires.

After thinking about it, I couldn't come up with a better way, so I finally had to find someone to help.

So, I was taken to the mountain of youkai.

"Actually, if the ground is not good, isn't it okay to bury the cable underground?"

Naturally, I agree with this plan, so I am doing my best to help them.

"We've considered this method, but if something goes wrong, it's hard for us to find out what's wrong!"

"Do you have to dig up all the lines every time?"

The two sisters of River City had sad faces, obviously this matter had been bothering them for quite a long time.

"That's it......"

Well, they're right, it's really not easy to solve.

"By the way, why don't you just dig a tunnel?"

Digging an underground passage from Yokai Mountain to reach a human village is an extremely difficult or even impossible task to complete in the eyes of ordinary people, but for Kappa, it is really not a difficult task.

Whether it's technology or ability, they can do it with ease.

When River City saw that they heard my words, they thought for a while, and their eyes gradually lit up.

"yes, you can do that!"

Laying the line in the tunnel is not only safe, but also very convenient to check even if there is a fault.

"It's worthy of Lord Dongfang, and the problem has been solved in one fell swoop!"

After that, I discussed other things and saw that there was nothing more to do on my own, so I took my leave.

But after thinking about it for a moment, I turned back and walked back up the hill.

It's been a long time since I've been to Moriya Shrine, so since I'm here today, why don't I stop by and pay a visit!

Today's shrine seems to be quite lively! In addition to the gods, there are also a few sisters who are also there to shoot Marufumi, Kagiyama Hinata, Aki Shizuha and Aki Suiko.

"Yo, Dongfang, why did you have time to come to me today?"

As soon as they saw me, everyone immediately stood up, and Kanako Yasaka waved excitedly with a wine glass.

"Just passing by. ”

"Don't say so much, you're just in time, sit down, sit down, hurry up and have two drinks with me. ”

"No, I'll be gone soon. ”

"Really, what kind words did you say to us!"

Whether I wanted to or not, Kanako Yasaka and Suwako Hakuya ran over, one pulling in front and the other pushing in the back, and dragged me to their seats.

There was no need to be reminded, Sanae had already run into the house quickly, and came out with some dishes and chopsticks and other things.

"Lord Dongfang, please use it slowly. ”

The girl poured a full bottle of wine, bowed slightly and respectfully handed the cup to me.

"Ah, thank you. ”

It was so gracious that I couldn't refuse, so I quickly caught the wine glass with both hands.

"Although our wine here is not as good as yours, you are not allowed to dislike it!"

Kanako Yasaka touched me with a wine glass and said with a smile.

"What do you say, am I such a picky person?"

I craned my neck and drank the wine from my glass.

"It's unpleasant. ”

"Hey, was all that you just said?"

"Hehehe, just kidding. ”

This small banquet at Moriya Shrine was not affected by my arrival, and the atmosphere became a little more lively.

"By the way, Lord Dongfang, why did you come here?"

Shotimaru put down his glass and looked at me and asked.

"I just went to the hydropower station. ”

"Oh...... Did they call you here?"

"Well, yes, you have some questions about power delivery that you want to ask me. ”

"I see. ”

When it comes to the kappa clan's plan to build an electricity network covering the entire Gensokyo, everyone's discussion suddenly becomes enthusiastic.

"But I don't understand. ”

Kagiyama Hina held his face, and his expression was clearly a little troubled.

"Why would they be willing to do this for someone else for free?"

Recently, Kawashiro Natori has been busy preparing for this work, and he has no time to come to her.

This made the god of doom feel a little lonely.

It's a pity that she can't help anything with this kind of thing at all!

"yes, yes, wouldn't they be at a loss by doing that?"

Sister Qiu also nodded her head, it would be good if the monsters didn't hurt humans, and they helped them for free, just like the sun coming out of the west.

"Suffer? ”

When Kanako Yasaka heard this, she couldn't help but sneer a few times.

"You're all so naΓ―ve, do you think kappa will be such a stupid youkai?"

"Huh?"

Seeing that everyone was at a loss, the god could only shrug his shoulders helplessly.

"Think about it, once this energy reform plan is realized, who will benefit the most?"

"Isn't it human?"

Come to think of it, those guys who live in the world are the biggest beneficiaries!

"No, no. ”

Kanako Yasaka shook her head vigorously.

"I tell you that it's the kappa. ”

"Huh?"

No matter how you look at it, the kappa should be the one who suffers.

"Think about it, once you get used to using electricity, will you still be able to adapt to the way you used to live?"

Everyone thought seriously and shook their heads together.

Undoubtedly, after experiencing the convenience of new energy, few people are still willing to use kerosene lamps.

"That's why it's especially important that the Kappa, the only one who can provide electricity. ”

As long as they still have the power grid, no one will dare to beat them. If any of the kappa were attacked, they would simply turn off the power output from the hydropower plant.

Hehe, at that time, Gensokyo was not in trouble.

Don't threaten them, no one here knows anything like this except the kappa.

On the surface, the kappa seem to be at a loss, but in fact, they have added an invisible umbrella to themselves. It is conceivable that no matter where they appear in the future, they don't need to worry about their own safety, who is not busy scolding them!

Everyone is not stupid, and after thinking about this for a while, they all understand it.

"Cunning, it's so cunning!"

I can't believe that the kappa have such thoughts! I really underestimate them.

"That half-demon, the head of the melon seed is turning quite fast!"

Yasaka Kanako couldn't help but sigh, with such a powerful guy here, the future development of the kappa clan must be quite rapid.

However, as their power grows, they will get more benefits!

"Hey, hey, hey. ”

Listening to her laughter, I couldn't help but get goosebumps.

"Why? Laughing so disgustingly. ”

"Bah, you're disgusting!"

The good mood was ruined by the other party at once, and the god rubbed his nose with the back of his hand in great annoyance.

"I'm just thinking, now the belief in Shouya Shrine can be increased again!"

"Does this have anything to do with your shrine?"

"Of course it does! Don't forget, the Lake of the Anemo God is ours. ”

Although the hydropower station was built by kappa and tengu, the water from the lake they used belonged to Moriya Shrine!

"In other words, we are one of the three major shareholders of the plant. ”

And they don't have to do anything, they can just sit back and enjoy it.

"Envious, huh?"

"What is there to envy, I don't need faith. ”

I snorted, if I had robbed them of faith, their shrine would have closed a long time ago!

After a few nonsense with everyone, and seeing that the time was about the same, I politely refused everyone's retention and prepared to leave. It seems that Shotimaru also has something to do, so he happened to drop by with me and left together.

Miss Reporter's mouth didn't stop all the way, chattering, and followed me down the mountain.

"Huh?"

My brow twitched, and my pace slowed.

"Did you hear anything?"

"Voice?"

The girl paused and listened intently for a while.

"Hey, it looks like there's a real thing!"

In the distance, there was some erratic, but seemingly melodic sound.

"It's like someone is singing. ”

I listened for a moment and said.

"Singing, who is so Yaxing?"

Shooting Pill Wen couldn't help but laugh, could it be his own clan?

"Forget it, let's go!"

Whether it's singing or dancing, it has nothing to do with us, so there's no need to bother with it.

"Eh, wait, wait, Lord, let's go take a look!"

Shotimaru Wen seemed to be interested, and pulled me from leaving.

"What's there to see, it's not good to disturb people!"

"Then we'll pass quietly......"

The reporter instinctively smelled a hint of excitement that made her feel excited, and it was the smell of good news material.

"Please, Lord Dongfang. ”

"Ah...... What a hassle. ”

Anyway, it's not bad at this time, so it's better to go and have a look.

"Thank you!"

Shotimaru let go of his hand, listened for a moment, identified the direction, and ran quickly towards the place where the voice came from.

"Hurry up, Lord Dongfang. ”

"It's coming. ”

I really can't help her, this girl, as soon as she encounters something she is interested in, she immediately becomes energetic!

I hope that her restless personality will not cause her any trouble.