After a while.

Footsteps were heard outside the hospital.

Miss Crownguard walked in with two pairs of dark circles under her eyes and a yawn, her face full of sleepiness.

Lu Qi was not surprised to see this.

This product updated seven or eight circles of friends in one night, and I wanted to take a picture of a star, and I had to take a picture of a supper, and I didn't know where to turn out a literary book, and I also sent it to the circle of friends.

It should also be accompanied by a paragraph of text "Reading time in the middle of the night".

One of the whole is quite a little golden retriever who wants the picture.

"Good morning."

Raising her eyelids and lazily greeting Lucky, Lux lay down in her rocking chair, intending to get another good night's sleep.

This product belongs to the kind of cow who can wake up even halfway through sleep in order to have breakfast.

Should I say it or not, in this regard, Lu Qi still admires her very much.

At least he didn't have that kind of perseverance.

After thinking about it, he said, "You can't sleep long now, and you'll have breakfast right away." ”

"No way, I can sleep for a while."

Lux adjusted to a comfortable position in the rocking chair and yawned again: "I talked to Kahina and them until midnight last night."

Lu Qi wanted to ask what topic could be talked about so much, but he thought that girls seemed to be able to talk about anything for a long time.

When I turned my head, I saw that the thing had fallen asleep, and she was sleeping like a kitten, and her body was curled up, making the rocking chair look very large.

But the sleeping face is extremely peaceful, and the corners of the mouth are slightly upturned, as if in a sweet dream, which makes people unbearable to disturb.

Lucie thought about the fact that they had built a small group of their own, and thought about themselves being left out.

I couldn't help but sigh in my heart, then stood up and slowly walked to the kitchen.

There is also Kaxina with the same dark circles under her eyes, who also looks sleepy.

As for the other girls, Fiona and Sana are used to staying up late every now and then. Quinn, as an excellent Ranger seedling, is also the norm to stay up late. Bobbi, on the other hand, is a yodeler, and even if he doesn't sleep for two nights, it's fine.

But despite this, everyone didn't eat a good breakfast.

Despite this, the CD-ROM campaign was resolutely implemented.

After breakfast, they packed their gear and prepared to go to sleep.

In this way, Luqi became a person who had nothing to do, wandering around the yard bored, taking a walk after dinner.

The breeze blowing in the yard is very comfortable, and the weather these days is really quite good, neither hot nor cold, which can always make people feel extra calm.

Although it was a good choice for him to go for a good night's sleep.

However, he did not do this, but prepared the carriage and went all the way to the research and development base of the scientific research institute.

Recently, the scientific research institute has added a lot of manpower, all of whom are intelligent talents recruited from all over the country.

The main thing is that this group of people is really hardworking and hardworking.

"Your Highness."

Winward knew the news of Lu Qi's arrival in advance, so he waited this morning.

"Hello Dean."

Lu Qi said hello, and then the two walked side by side towards the inside of the scientific research institute, and he asked directly: "What stage of preparation has the gunpowder equipment been?" ”

Hearing this, Winward replied, "It can already be used as a weapon." ”

"Yes."

Lu Qi's eyes flashed.

Winward continued: "I had them look it up, and it was a real surprise. It turns out that in some places, such firearms have already begun to be used. ”

Noxus next to him didn't know, but Winward was sure that they must be secretly researching gunpowder as well.

The two sides are actually playing a game of catch-up.

If this side is slower, then in the last battle of the Gate of Sorrows, the one who was bombarded may be Demacia.

What is even more striking is that gunpowder, which even Noxus has not fully mastered, has actually begun to be used.

Ever since the news of the lifting of the ban on Demacia's magic spread in the Land of Runeterra, many of the Demacians who were out of town have returned.

At the same time, they also brought back a lot of news.

For example, there is a pirate island called Bilgewater in the Sea of Watchmen.

There, firearms, which use gunpowder as ammunition, have begun to become popular.

And the famous city of progress, Piltover, not to mention much.

(Digression: This technology was previously in the hands of a small number of high-end technical talents, and the more refined the firearm, the fewer people could do it.) Basically, they are mainly small workshops, and firearms are obtained by customization. The more famous is Miss Doom's mother, a famous female gunsmith. He is a legend in the gun industry, and it is precisely because of this that Planck coveted him, and he was finally killed. ）

Thinking about it this way, Demacia's technology in this area is really backward enough.

The reason is that they were too closed off to the outside world before, and there was little communication with the outside world.

When, one day, while they were still immersed in their personal strength, the enemy attacked with high-end weapons, and Winward had no idea how to respond.

Fortunately, they now have the ability to solve this problem.

While chatting, Winward took Lu Qi to the workshop where the gun was stockpiled.

There is a set of equipment for building here, and it is very well prepared, and Lu Qi has explained this matter to Winward a long time ago.

Gunpowder is definitely an excellent variety of weapons, both as shells and bullets.

Even in the Land of Runeterra, it's very useful.

Because after all, not everyone has an unpredictable strength, and normal people roll on the ground in pain after being shot.

Winward opened the warehouse where the guns were stocked, then opened the first case, from which he took out a shotgun that looked similar to the 686.

"This is a short-range combat firearm, and its power is so great that basically no ordinary armor can resist its power. But the disadvantage is also that it is not suitable for long-range combat. ”

After a brief introduction, Winward opened the second box.

"This is a medium-range combat firearm, a submachine gun made according to His Highness's will, basically stable in ballistics, not as powerful as a shotgun, but also suitable for short-distance combat, the rate of fire is fast enough, and the magazine capacity is not small. As a mid-range weapon, it has many advantages that shotguns don't have. ”

After Wenward's introduction, he put down the submachine gun in his hand and opened the third box.

"This is a long-range combat weapon, a long spear, which uses more bullets and is not less powerful. Able to easily penetrate normal armor, but with a bit more recoil. ”

Lu Qi watched him put down the weapon that he had in his impression that was exactly the same as the AK47, and he also felt in his heart that the progress of the scientific research institute was really not slow at all.

When these high-end talents are clear about their next path, then the next thing to do is much simpler.

It's how to solve the problem on this road.

In particular, this job is done by Demacia, which is actually completely professional.

"In addition, we have also improved the cannon barrel, which can be fired farther, and the power of the cannon is also more powerful."

Winward spoke up again: "If these weapons are used properly, it is equivalent to adding a lot of troops out of thin air. ”

You know, not everyone can wear ordinary armor.

Not to mention, not everywhere is like Demacia, where there is an abundance of sophisticated armor and weapons.

Most places, even Noxus, use armor weapons that are basically made of normal materials.

Because of the large number of Noxians, it was impossible for them to supply all the soldiers with the equipment they needed at the same time.

In other words, these guns and shells are definitely easy to use.

And, in Winward's opinion, guns and shells, there is still a long way to go.

If he continues to develop it, sooner or later he will be able to develop more powerful and long-range weapons.

Lu Qi nodded and asked out loud, "Have the soldiers who used these weapons been trained?" ”

Winward replied, "A batch has been trained. ”

"That's good, inform them, get ready."

Lu Qi nodded again and said.

Wenward's eyes flickered slightly, and instead of continuing to guess Luqi's thoughts, he responded, "Yes." ”

Sensing the signs that Lucci was leaving, Winward remembered something and said, "Your Highness." ”

Lucci stopped and turned around in confusion.

"I chatted with Frey from the Mage Guild for a long time last night, and found a lot to talk about."

Winward said with a smile on his face.

Hearing this, Lu Qi couldn't help but show a strange look and glanced at Winward.

You two?

Noticing Lu Qi's eyes, Wenward blushed a little: "It's not what His Highness thinks, it's to discuss scientific research." Your Highness is right, in fact, if you think about it, you can find that magic and technology have a lot of compatible. ”

Luci nodded, continuing to listen.

"For example, guns and gunpowder, I wonder if I can develop magic bullets, bullets that apply magic and have stronger armor-piercing effects and damage."

Winward voiced his thoughts: "Later, we found out that it was possible. ”

Hearing this, a smile appeared on Lu Qi's face: "This is exactly why I poked you, the coordination of technology and magic is by no means as simple as we think, take Piltover as an example, now magic and technology are developing together and thriving, and we can naturally do it." ”

Winward all noticed that Lu Qi said "poke and match", and always felt that His Highness's statement was very strange.

But at this time, he was more concerned about the so-called technology and magic.

After last night's chat with Frey, he saw too many possibilities.

"It's all up to your imagination, and I'm sure that with your talents, you won't disappoint."

Lu Qi smiled and said, "I still have to go to the palace, so I will leave first." ”

"Well, Your Highness walks slowly."

Winward nodded and said goodbye to Luff.

Back at the R&D base, he did start thinking seriously about magic and technology.

He only felt that Demacia's future ambitions were getting bigger and bigger, and then he thought of what Lu Qi had vaguely revealed just now.

After leaving the research institute, Lu Qi went all the way to the palace.

Arriving at the palace, he made his way to the office of Govin IV.

"Big brother!"

"Second brother?"

Jiawen IV, who was immersed in his office, was a little surprised when he saw Lu Qi coming: "You are not common." ”

"It's not that unusual."

Luki sat across the table.

Jiawen IV said: "Your secret key is really good, but it is a bit untrustworthy. Last night, I posted on Moments, and I was arrested by my father. ”

He sighed slightly.

This is indeed a nuisance.

After going to work and fishing, it was twelve o'clock in the middle of the night when I went back, and I secretly posted a circle of friends.

As a result, within two minutes, he was caught by Jiawen III.

The father is really true, he doesn't sleep in the middle of the night, and he swipes through the circle of friends.

When Lu Qi heard this, he smiled and said, "Another day, I'll figure out a function that can be secretly hidden from others." ”

Jiawen IV's eyes lit up when he heard this: "This function is good, study it quickly!" By the way, what are you here for today? ”

"I want to see if you have any information here."

Lucci asked casually, "How is the pull on both sides of Noxus and Ionia now?" ”

"It just so happened that I just got the message." When Gavin IV heard this, he said: "Noxus is still unwilling to give up, and it seems that he is not willing to give in. They continued to send troops to Ionia, and they also replaced them with new generals, and they forgot what they were called. ”

He thought about it, but didn't think about it.

However, it is basically true that Noxus continues to send troops to attack Ionia.

After hearing this, Lu Qi became thoughtful.

A while ago, Noxus and Ionia fought in Presidium and were defeated.

This move has basically laid the end of this eight-year war.

However, Noxus was still obsessed and continued to send troops to support the defeated army, and seemed to have plans to regain his strength.

For now, however, they are still encroaching on a lot of land in Ionia, and there is hope.

And as a traditional aggressor, not giving up easily is indeed a good character of Noxus.

After thinking about it, he raised his head and looked at Jiawen IV: "Big brother, don't you think this is an opportunity for us?" ”

When Jiawen IV heard his words, he couldn't help but be stunned, and when he reacted, his face became serious: "What do you mean?"

"Not bad."

Lu Qi got up and took two steps back and forth: "Last time Noxus hit our border, come as you say, and leave if you want." If we hadn't reacted fast enough, there would have been many more casualties. To tell you the truth, I can't swallow this breath. ”

After he finished speaking, Jiawen IV directly "snapped" his palm and slapped it heavily on the table.

Instead, it startled Luqi.

I saw that Jiawen IV also stood up with an angry face: "To be honest, I can't swallow this breath!" ”

He naturally knew that if it weren't for Lu Qi, he would have suffered a big loss.

Not to mention reclaiming the fallen Gate of Grief

Since his return, Jarvin IV has been holding his breath in his heart.

But soon, he calmed down, sat back in his chair, adjusted his mood, and said slowly: "I understand what you mean, second brother, but have you thought about the price of doing this?" There can be a lot of pressure during this time, and you will have to carry more than just momentary anger. ”

Lu Qi came back to his senses and looked at Jiawen IV squarely, his face was equally serious: "I have thought about it." It's because I thought about it that I'm here today. ”

(End of chapter)