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Chapter 208 Choosing to Become a Mechanical Engineer (Subscription Request)
Now, he has quite a lot of careers to choose from.

[This system can help the host live a brilliant life. The available occupations are: farmer, teacher, architect, forger, mechanical engineer, and electrical engineer. When the occupation level is fully upgraded, you can choose another occupation.]

What to choose?

His eyes flicked back and forth between the several career options.

Farmer? Forget it. The memory of being sent to work in the countryside in my previous life is still vivid in my mind. The pain from bending over to plant rice in the scorching sun seems to still linger on my back.

Architect? He gave a wry smile, and the scene of staying up late to draw in his previous life emerged in his mind. The sound of the client revising the plan over and over again still echoed in his ears.

"Blacksmith?"

He frowned. Was it because he built the forge himself and forged those tools, so they appeared?
Suddenly, a vague memory came to my mind - it was an ancient sword I saw in a museum in my previous life. The sword was covered with fine patterns, and it seemed to flow with life.

At that time, the tour guide said that it was a masterpiece of ancient blacksmiths, using the long-lost "hundred-fold steel-refining" technique.

"Ding!" The system's prompt sound interrupted his thoughts.

"It is detected that the host is interested in the profession of blacksmith. Would you like to view the detailed description?"

He hesitated for a moment, but finally clicked to confirm. A three-dimensional image immediately unfolded on the screen, showing various forging tools and process flows.

To his surprise, among these tools there were some strange devices he had never seen before, such as a "plasma forge" that could generate high temperatures, and a "nano forging table" that could precisely control the internal structure of metals.

"Are these future technologies?" he couldn't help but ask in his heart.

"Yes, host." The system replied, "The blacksmith profession provided by this system combines ancient craftsmanship and future technology. You will have the opportunity to master the lost secrets of forging, and you will also be able to use the most advanced forging equipment."

His heartbeat suddenly quickened.

Future technology, this is so tempting.

"System, can I manufacture these devices?" Xu Ye continued to ask in his mind.

His system is usually unable to communicate, but it can only communicate at this time.

So, he wanted to seize the opportunity to learn more.

"According to the host's knowledge reserves and the technological level of this world, it will take more than a hundred years of development."

"..."

What's the point of choosing? No matter how good your forging skills are, you can't rub such high-end equipment with your hands.

Xu Ye's eyes swept across the light curtain and then locked onto the mechanical engineer.

"Ding!"

The system beep sounded again.

"It is detected that the host has chosen the profession of mechanical engineer. Confirm?"

He did not confirm it immediately, but stared at the description on the screen and read it carefully.

In the job description of mechanical engineers, in addition to the conventional mechanical design, manufacturing process and other content, words such as "micro machinery" and "intelligent mechanical systems" are also mentioned.

"System, do these micro-machines and intelligent mechanical systems also require future technology to be realized?" he asked in his heart.

"Host, micro-machines and intelligent mechanical systems do require a certain technological foundation, but they are not completely impossible to achieve."

"This system will provide corresponding technical support and knowledge reserves based on the technological level of the host's world. The host can gradually unlock more advanced technologies through learning and practice."

Xu Ye's eyes lit up.

Although the system downplayed the details, he keenly grasped the key message - unlocking step by step.

This means that even if he cannot operate those high-end equipment now, as long as he works hard to improve his professional level, he will still have the opportunity to access more advanced technology in the future.

"Confirmed to choose mechanical engineer." He made the decision without hesitation.

"Career selection confirmed, career binding for mechanical engineer successful."

"Welcome to your exclusive mechanical workshop." The system's voice sounded in my ears.

A dedicated mechanical workshop?
When Xu Ye was surprised, he found that the scene around him had changed.

He found himself in a large machine shop, with tools hanging along the walls and an old lathe and a small milling machine in the corner.

"From now on, if the host wants to enter, he can silently say "Mechanical Workshop" in his mind, and if he wants to leave, he can silently say "Leave."

"You can practice your skills here and take on tasks issued by the system to earn points."

"There are still tasks?" Xu Ye asked in surprise.

He really didn't expect that after choosing a new career, he felt like he had gained a completely new system.

"Yes, the first task issued by the system is to design and manufacture a simple steam engine."

"After completing the task, you can obtain mechanical engineering attribute points. The attribute points can be used to exchange for design drawings, knowledge, equipment in mechanical factories, etc." The system explained.

Xu Ye's eyes lit up involuntarily, this smells so good!

"System, can I take the things I made away from here?" Xu Ye continued to ask.

"I'm sorry, host, you can't do that."

"The interaction ends here. Please explore the mechanical workshop on your own."

"Wait a minute, I still have a lot of questions..."

"System, are you still there?"

Obviously, the system was no longer able to interact and could not answer Xu Ye's questions.

In desperation, Xu Ye had to walk to the workbench, reached out to touch the cold tools, and suddenly felt an inexplicable excitement.

Steam engine? This is the starting point of the Industrial Revolution!
Although the task sounded simple, he knew that as long as he could complete it, it would mean taking the first step towards future technology.

However, he did not start right away.

He felt that his consciousness had entered this mechanical factory, which was most likely a simulated world, not the real world.

Otherwise, he would have disappeared out of thin air in front of Jiang Ruyue.

As he was thinking about leaving, Xu Ye felt his body shake.

Xu Ye opened his eyes and his nose was immediately filled with the aroma of barbecue.

Jiang Ruyue was squatting beside the fire, concentrating on flipping the skewers of meat on the fire. The firelight shone on her profile, outlining a soft golden edge.

"Awake?" Jiang Ruyue asked without raising her head, with a hint of smile in her voice, "You were dazed for a while just now, I thought you were asleep."

Xu Ye rubbed his temples, the image of the mechanical workshop still lingering in his mind.

He looked down at his hands, as if he could still feel the touch of those cold tools.

"I'm fine, just a little tired." He said casually.

Now he was curious about whether the time in the system's mechanical workshop was synchronized with the time in the outside world.

An hour passed inside and an hour passed outside?
However, it is not convenient to verify now.

If you always stare blankly in front of Jiang Ruyue and stay in a daze for a long time, Jiang Ruyue will worry or suspect you.

If you want to try, you should wait until Jiang Ruyue falls asleep.

"You've really worked hard during this period. There's endless work to do every day." Jiang Ruyue said with a distressed look on her face.

Because she saw all of Xu Ye's hard work.

Xu Ye smiled and said nothing more. He took the barbecue handed to him by Jiang Ruyue and took a bite. The gravy burst in his mouth and the aroma filled the air.

Although it is just a simple seasoning, it is considered delicious in this wilderness.

"Sister, your skills are getting better and better." Xu Ye praised.

Jiang Ruyue smiled slightly, with a hint of pride in her eyes: "Of course, I am making progress every day."

The two of them were eating barbecue and chatting.

Xu Ye's thoughts drifted to that mysterious mechanical workshop from time to time.

He couldn't wait to verify the speed of time flow, but now was obviously not the right time.

As night falls, the light of the bonfire appears particularly warm in the darkness.

Jiang Ruyue cleaned up the dishes, stretched, and said, "It's been a tiring day today, let's go to bed early."

Xu Ye nodded, went straight into the tent and lay down. Jiang Ruyue was still outside, obviously not ready to go to bed so early.

So Xu Ye took out his pocket watch and took a look at it.

Now, he and Jiang Ruyue each have a pocket watch.

After seeing the time was 7:23 in the evening, Xu Ye closed his eyes.

"Mechanical workshop." Xu Ye muttered to himself.

In an instant, his consciousness entered the spacious mechanical workshop again.

The tools and equipment around are still neatly arranged, as if time has stopped here.

"System, is the time here synchronized with the outside world?" Xu Ye asked in his heart.

However, the system did not respond. It seemed that the system would only interact with him at certain times.

Xu Ye searched in his arms but found nothing.

Obviously, not only could he not take things out of here, he also had no way to bring things from outside in.

"System, please display the workshop time."

He wanted to try and see if this would work.

As soon as he finished speaking, a clock appeared.

I glanced at the time and found that it actually displayed the date.

"That's great. Now we know the exact time." Xu Ye said happily.

He walked to his workbench, which had banknotes on it, so he picked up a pen and a ruler and began to design a steam engine.

The steam engine was quite simple, and Xu Ye finished drawing the design in just over ten minutes.

The more difficult part is to make it.

However, he did not make it immediately, but prepared to leave here to see if the time was consistent.

I looked up and saw that the time was 7:38.

"leave."

Xu Ye's body shook, and then he opened his eyes.

Taking out his pocket watch, Xu Ye took a look at it.

7:38 pm.

"The flow of time is synchronized." Xu Ye understood.

In this way, he could not spend too much time in the mechanical workshop, otherwise time in the outside world would also pass, which would easily arouse Jiang Ruyue's suspicion.

Xu Ye took a deep breath and had a plan in mind.

He decided to go into the mechanical workshop every night, or when no one would disturb him, to study and practice, and gradually improve his level as a mechanical engineer.

"The preliminary design drawings of the steam engine have been completed, and the next step is manufacturing." Xu Ye thought to himself, with a hint of excitement in his eyes.

He knew that if he could successfully manufacture a steam engine, it would mean that he had taken the first step towards future technology.

And it all starts from tonight.

Jiang Ruyue was still outside. Obviously, she was not sleepy yet and wanted Xu Ye to have a good sleep.

So, Xu Ye closed his eyes again and entered the mechanical workshop again.

Xu Ye stood in the mechanical workshop again. The tools and equipment around him were still neatly arranged, as if waiting for his use.

He took a deep breath, walked to the workbench, picked up the steam engine design he had just drawn, and looked at it carefully.

"Although the design is completed, it will still take a lot of time to manufacture it." Xu Ye thought to himself, his eyes sweeping over the tools and equipment in the workshop.

He walked over to the old lathe in the corner and touched the cold metal surface.

Although this lathe looks a bit old, it has been well maintained and should have no problems running it.

"Let's start with the simplest parts first." Xu Ye said to himself.

He picked up a piece of metal material, fixed it on the lathe, and began to process it according to the dimensions on the design drawing.

The roar of the lathe echoed in the workshop, and metal chips flew everywhere.

Xu Ye was operating with full concentration, and the tools in his hands steadily controlled every detail.

As time passed, beads of sweat gradually appeared on Xu Ye's forehead.

Although the temperature in the mechanical workshop was not high, the long hours of high-intensity work still made him feel a little tired.

"Ding!" The system prompt sound suddenly sounded.

"It is detected that the host is performing mechanical processing. Mechanical processing proficiency +1."

Xu Ye was stunned for a moment before he remembered that he had not checked the panel yet.

So he quickly opened his system panel.

[Host: Xu Ye]

[Occupation: Hunter (Master), Mechanical Engineer (Apprentice)]

【Mechanical Design: Getting Started (1/10)】

(The ability to design mechanical devices, including drawing, structural optimization, etc.)
【Machining: Getting Started (2/10)】

(The ability to use tools and equipment to manufacture mechanical parts. The higher the proficiency, the higher the precision and efficiency of the manufacturing.)
【Materials Science: Introduction (1/10)】

(Understand the characteristics of different materials and select appropriate materials for mechanical manufacturing.)
【Mechanical Maintenance: Getting Started (1/10)】

(The ability to repair and maintain mechanical equipment. The higher the proficiency, the better the repair speed and effect.)
【Mechanical Engineering Knowledge: Getting Started (1/10)】

(Master the basic theories and principles of mechanical engineering. The higher your proficiency, the more advanced technologies you can unlock.)
[Micromachine: Unlocked (0/10)]

(The ability to design and manufacture micro-mechanical devices requires a certain scientific and technological foundation.)
[Intelligent Mechanical System: Unlocked (0/10)]

(Design and integration of intelligent control systems for automated mechanical equipment.)
[Mechanical Innovation: Unlocked (0/10)]

(Combining existing technologies to carry out innovative design and develop new mechanical equipment.)
[Special attributes: 46]

[Hunting attribute: 329]

[Mechanical Engineer Attribute Points: 0]

(Mechanical Engineer attribute points can be used to improve mechanical-related skills or unlock design drawings of special mechanical devices.)
(To strengthen and upgrade the mechanical workshop equipment, double attribute points are required.)
After looking at his new panel, Xu Ye knew very well that his upgrade was inseparable from this mechanical workshop.

Fortunately, the system will improve his proficiency based on his operations.

In this way, he can not only complete the task, but also continuously improve his skill level.

"It seems that this mechanical workshop is not only a place to complete tasks, but also an excellent place to practice." Xu Ye thought to himself, and his hands became more focused.

After several hours of hard work, Xu Ye finally completed the first part of the steam engine.

He picked up the part, checked it carefully, and after confirming that the size and accuracy met the design requirements, he nodded with satisfaction.

"Next is the second part." Xu Ye took a deep breath and prepared to continue working.

However, at this moment, the system prompt sounded again.

"It has been detected that the host has been working continuously for more than three hours. It is recommended to take a rest."

Xu Ye was stunned for a moment, then shook his head with a wry smile.

I didn't expect the system would remind him to rest. It seems that the design of this mechanical workshop is quite humane.

Time passed very quickly. It’s been 3 hours already and I didn’t even feel anything.

"Okay, let's take a break." Xu Ye put down the tools in his hands and walked to the corner of the workshop, where there was a simple wooden chair.

He sat down, closed his eyes, and felt the quiet atmosphere in the workshop.

Although his body was a little tired, his heart was full of excitement and anticipation.

The first step in the manufacture of the steam engine has been taken. Next, as long as the other parts are completed step by step, the task can be completed successfully.

(End of this chapter)