I'm in Warhammer, I just want to grow mushrooms

Chapter 162 Long-term Partner Get
[You consume 100 million simulation points and redeem reward 5. ]

[You launched an offline search and learned the witchcraft blueprint for the goggles. ]

The knowledge of mechanical witchcraft surged in Li Nuo's mind. He was slightly dazed for a moment, then came back to his senses.

The goggles are a product of Orc technology.

If you want to use this pair of goggles to protect the hive legitimately, you must first "clean" it.

This process is the same as the white water coccus bioreactor.

The whitewashing work can be completed by replacing the parts of the weird goggles that use universal psychic materials with those that can be independently produced and assembled by the Hive City's industrial facilities.

While reading the newly acquired blueprint in his mind, Li Nuo compared it with the logical pipeline of the thought space and thought about the whitewashing plan.

Tido was not very interested in the thought pipeline, so she simply talked to Jersey in a low voice.

The two men left Li Nuo next to the display case in the thought space and wandered around the showroom, chatting.

Li Nuo found an idea while thinking.

The core technology of the Mechanicus for controlling servitors is related to an implant called the "Decision Module".

By surgically removing part of the brain tissue, the robot loses its emotional ability while retaining the most basic thinking ability.

On this basis, the decision-making module is loaded, and this module makes decisions on behalf of the robot.

By inputting wireless commands into the decision module, the mechanical priest can control the mechanical servant.

The sample of the decision module is in the display case near the thought space.

It is a fingernail-sized piece of metal with electrodes on both sides and a tiny wireless signal antenna in the middle of the front shell.

The introduction sign on the display case says that this thing will only receive wireless data using a specific encryption method.

As long as the data is packaged in a specific encryption method, it can be captured, unpacked and read by the decision module, and then turned into action instructions for the robot.

Li Nuo nodded thoughtfully and had an idea in his mind.

Let the goggles transmit the correct encrypted data, and you can use them to control the combat servant.

Once this is achieved, the mind space can be perfectly replaced by greenskin technology.

Li Nuo found Tido and Jersey chatting in the corner and suggested going to discuss the customization plan for the combat servant.

The three of them moved to the reception room and discussed for more than three hours before reaching a preliminary transaction agreement.

The machine servant workshop is used to maintain combat servants and covers an area of at least 3,000 square meters. The purchase costs of the equipment and the construction costs of the workshop can be offset by synthetic starch.

There are at least two mechanical priests responsible for maintaining the servitor.

Jersey suggested that his students take on the maintenance work, which would provide them with a chance to practice.

There are currently fifteen students in Jersey.

They were born in a cultivation facility on Mars.

It only took them two years to grow from embryos to the size of a 15-year-old.

After leaving the training facility, they received hormone and neural regulation, and quickly mastered the basic knowledge of the Mechanicus.

Due to the excellent effect of regulation, artificial creatures like them are favored by mechanical sages and experts and become their students.

The two students recommended by Jersey, one boy and one girl, have now become low-level priests. They look to be no more than 20 years old, but in fact, the total time they have lived in this world is no more than 7 years.

The two students partially inherited Jersey's style. They don't like to sing praises to machines, but prefer to tighten screws diligently.

Jersey did not make this clear.

After all, at this time, not worshipping the machine soul is heresy.

"You two, my students don't like to be disturbed when they are working. Therefore, I suggest that you try not to set foot in the servitor workshop. Only in this way can my two students give full play to their talents in it."

"No problem, ma'am."

Li Nuo paused and asked:
"Do you still remember the Bone Drinker Plague that occurred in the Nidlevin sector?"

The governor of the Niedlevin star zone is gone, but the name of the star zone has not been changed for the time being, so you can continue to call it by the surname of the former governor.

Jersey's Akashic reader retrieved two prophecies from the Warp, the first of which concerned the Nidlevin sector.

This prophecy helped Morg, an alien physiologist in the sector, discover that some of the governor's confidants were infected by the Bone Drinkers.

"Of course, I remember this." Jersey sat back on the sofa, crossed his arms, and asked with one leg crossed:

"Are you concerned that your nests have been infiltrated by bone drinkers?"

"Yes, ma'am, this is exactly what I've been worried about recently." Li Nuo clicked twice on his data pad and opened the pre-edited document:

"I have carefully studied the historical data of the Bone Drinkers. I found that there may be some problems with our current scanning and prevention methods. In response to these problems, I have put forward my own hypothesis and would like to ask you to help verify the feasibility."

Jersey extends a mechanical tentacle from his cloak.

There is a data interface at the end of the tentacle. After inserting it into the data board, Jersey finished reading the hypothesis proposed by Li Nuo in 0.1 seconds.

"Your thinking is quite profound, and the feasibility of your hypothesis is higher than I expected."

Jersey retracted his tentacles, stretched out his fingers to pinch his chin, and said thoughtfully:

"The first hypothesis is that the bone drinkers may circumvent biometric identification by changing the way they metabolize. This hypothesis is valid. I can think of three ways to change metabolites, each of which can circumvent existing biometric identification methods.

"The second hypothesis is that Bone Drinkers are fungal aliens that can be killed by fungal phage viruses. So, is it possible to use a fungal phage virus that is harmless to humans, plants, and animals but deadly to Bone Drinkers to make a vaccine and vaccinate humans in advance to prevent Bone Drinker infection?

"This hypothesis is feasible in theory, but it is very difficult. The genetic fragments of the virus are unstable and may change during the transmission process, for example, from only killing fungi to posing a threat to human life.

"The third hypothesis is whether the Bone Drinker's mental network can be blocked by physical means..."

Jersey analyzed the hypotheses proposed by Lino one by one and gave his own insights.

Li Nuo waited for the other party to finish speaking, and then took the opportunity to bring up the real purpose of his visit:
"Ms. Jersey, I would like you to upgrade the biometric database, invent a vaccine to kill the Bone Drinkers, and find a way to block the Bone Drinkers' mental network. I am willing to pay for this with Throne Coins or synthetic starch. The price is negotiable."

After saying this, Li Nuo inevitably became nervous.

Whether his plan of speaking for others can be successful depends on whether Jersey agrees to take on this big deal.

Li Nuo had calculated this before coming.

The cost of upgrading the biometric database should be 20 Throne Coins per month.

As long as you continue to pay, the database will continue to upgrade until all the Bone Drinkers are wiped out.

Li Nuo has the formula for the vaccine to kill the Bone Drinkers, but he cannot use it for the time being.

He plans to serve as Jersey's inspiration, looking for opportunities to throw out key ingredients in the formula and significantly shorten the vaccine development process.

For example, the most critical material is the fungal phage virus TT011-PSV.

By starting with this virus, Jersey can save at least 30% of the R&D process.

The only project that Li Nuo couldn't help with was blocking the Bone Drinkers' mental network.

This project involves a piece of military equipment that is strictly controlled by the Mechanicum, called the Psychic Communication Blocking Barrier.

When the Eighth Legion and the Space Wolves were encircling and suppressing the Bone Drinkers, they deployed this device on a large scale to block the Bone Drinkers' mental network.

The reason it is so strictly controlled is so it cannot be easily accessed by the Bone Drinkers, who might otherwise break it.

Jersey is a high-ranking Mechanic Priest of the Mechanicum, and has just enough authority to produce a customized version of the aristocratic mind communication blocking barrier.

"I accept your proposal, but I have a request regarding compensation."

Jersey's eyes twinkled behind his sunglasses, and he smiled and said:

"Don't you have the Umbrella Group under your name that is responsible for making money? I want the shares of this group, at least 5%."

The profits that Umbrella can create in the future by relying on synthetic starch and refined promethium can be described as astronomical.

According to Li Nuo's plan, before the Horus Heresy, Umbrella's average annual net profit could reach 4 million Throne Coins.

4% of 5 million Throne Coins is 2000 million.

Jersey's appetite is huge.

Li Nuo said with some embarrassment:
"Madam, Umbrella's current profit project is mainly synthetic starch. But in half a year, when the starch formula is sold, Umbrella will begin to get involved in the promethium refining industry. Granite 5, which Lord Vorges is responsible for rebuilding, will provide Umbrella with extremely cheap promethium ore. By then, Umbrella's net profit will probably increase several times..."

What this means is that even if all the orders for combat servitors and Bone Drinkers are taken into account, they are still not as valuable as the future value of 5% of Umbrella's shares.

Jersey knew what Li Nuo meant.

She rested her chin on one hand and rubbed her fingers with the other hand, summoning the servoskull.

A document consisting of a holographic image was projected in front of Li Nuo.

"I won't let you suffer any loss. This is the casting service that my foundry city and I can provide. As long as you give me 5% of the shares, you can enjoy these casting services for a long time." Li Nuo concentrated on reading the holographic document and was secretly excited.

His embarrassment was feigned, his purpose was to retreat in order to advance and tie Jersey firmly to his chariot.

In fact, Jersey also had the idea of joining Epimate.

What she values is the steady flow of throne coins, which will provide strong impetus for her research work.

This can be seen from the content of the document.

From heavy weaponry regulated by the Mechanicum, to custom-made power armor, to long-term updates of hive security equipment, all options appear in the document.

The only requirement is 5% of Umbrella shares.

As long as the monthly expenses do not exceed the dividends brought by 5% of the shares, Li Nuo does not have to pay any extra fees.

Li Nuo and Tido looked at each other and saw the joy in each other's eyes.

"Okay, ma'am, 5% of the shares, no problem. It's our honor to work with a high-level mechanical priest like you who is proficient in casting and biochemical modification."

Li Nuo spoke a lot of frank words, Tiduo followed with a compliment, and Jersey accepted it with a smile.

The three of them drafted the final version of the transaction plan in the meeting room.

After Li Nuo and Tido confirmed that everything was correct, the three of them signed on the spot to make it effective.

At this point, Li Nuo welcomed the first mechanical priest with whom he formed a stable cooperative relationship.

Later that day, Li Nuo and Tido set off for the return voyage, returning to the hive city on the Mechanicus's Moon-class cruiser.

When we returned to the Royal Court District, it was already three o'clock in the morning after midnight.

Five days have passed since Vorges traveled to Granit 5.

Li Nuo began to take charge of the governor's affairs at the beginning of the year, and has so far been getting along well with the heads of various important departments.

Even though Fuges is not in the Royal Court, the daily affairs of the hive city are still running stably.

It is estimated that later today, Shatana will receive astropathic information from the 131st group to confirm whether Fugais has safely arrived at the planetary orbit of Granite 5.

Li Nuo sent Tido to her residence and returned to his own residential area alone.

The goalkeepers tonight are Wick and Madsen.

Madsen was originally a member of Guard Unit 8.

After the Planetary Defense Force was brought under control, Guard Squadron 8 no longer needed to closely monitor the movements of the Planetary Defense Force.

Under Li Nuo's arrangement, the personnel of Guard No. 8 were dispersed to other guards.

The first member of Guard No. 8 who received the order from Fugais to test Li Nuo was Madsen.

He was immobilized by Li Nuo's brain freeze technique and stabbed in the neck by Li Nuo, nearly killing him. Fortunately, he proved his identity in time and saved his life.

Every time he met Li Nuo, Madsen would greet him with a hint of awe.

"Good evening, sir." Madsen bowed solemnly.

Wick on the side winked at Li Nuo and said in Madsen's tone:

"Good evening, sir."

Wick and Li Nuo have known each other for a long time, and they are the most relaxed when they are together. However, when it is time to be serious, he is still very serious and will not slack off at all.

Li Nuo smiled at the two people at the door and walked into the catalyst laboratory.

As he was walking through the laboratory, he suddenly paused, looked sideways at the potted plant in the corner, and uttered a soft exclamation:

"Amy?"

"Hey, how did you find me? That idiot Wick, I sneaked in right in front of him and he didn't react. But how did you notice my presence so quickly?"

The light and shadow near the potted plant changed slightly, and a human figure stood out more clearly from the mosaic-like light curtain.

This person is Amy, who uses an optical cloak to perfectly blend herself into the environment.

The girl still has a chubby round face, which is cute yet heroic. The expression between her eyebrows is becoming more and more like Delton. Her height has increased dramatically from 1.6 meters six months ago to 1.7 meters now.

She opened her optical cloak, took off her helmet and held it in her arms, looking Li Nuo up and down:
"I thought you would be tired and slack since you came back so late, but I didn't expect you to be so energetic. I feel relieved now."

"Are you relieved? What are you relieved about?" Li Nuo thought for a moment and came to his senses:
"I see. Are you learning from what your father did when he was a child? Looking for loopholes in the guards' work?"

"Yes. This is much more interesting than reading a book." Amy raised her eyebrows towards the door, tightened her facial lines, and looked serious:
"We need to upgrade the agents' scanners. Their scanning accuracy is a bit low, and they can't identify optical stealth units moving at speeds below one meter per second. This is the first loophole. The second loophole is, why don't you install a scanner in your catalyst laboratory? I've been here for so long, and I've only collected Brandi's scanning signal, and no other scanning signals have appeared. This is too lax."

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Li Nuo didn't know what to say for a moment.

In fact, the Black Knight's object finder was working and had already discovered Amy's existence.

It was only because Amy's biometrics and agent identification code were defined as friendly that she was not expelled by the Black Knight.

As for why Amy only collected Brandi's scanning signal and did not find the device.

The reason for this is simple.

The Black Knight's object finder is protected by the "Mao Ge Jing Quietly" force field, and its scanning signal is disguised as the electromagnetic signal of scientific research equipment.

If Amy could find out about this, then "Brother Mao Jingqiao" would no longer be worthy of the name "Brother Mao".

Brother Mao is the best at sneak attacks and hiding.

Li Nuo waved his hand and replied:
"As for upgrading the accuracy of the agent's armed scanning, you can discuss it with Father Jersey's students when they arrive. I don't need to install additional scanners here. I'll tell you the specific reason later. But you, Amy, you stay up so late, can you still get out of bed on time for school?"

Amy curled her lips and said disdainfully:

"It's the weekend, okay? No school."

"Oh, well, after becoming the Governor, I have to work every day, so it's normal that I can't remember which day is the weekend. I'm going to rest first."

Li Nuo explained casually and walked towards the gate of his residence.

"Then I'll go and rest too." Amy put on her helmet, draped her optical cloak over her shoulders, and walked out of the laboratory door in broad daylight.

Wick thought it was Li Nuo who came out, but it turned out to be Amy. He was so scared that he immediately shook his sword:
"Oh my god. When did you go in?"

"Guess, I'll tell you if you guess it right."

Amy chuckled, put on her helmet, activated optical invisibility, and left silently.

Wick and Madsen looked at each other at the door.

The two of them discussed it in whispers and made adjustments to the guard duties.

The next morning, Li Nuo went to the office to slack off before going out.

As soon as the door of the laboratory opened, he saw two figures blocking the door.

Wick and Madson turned around and felt the door frame with both hands. After confirming that only Li Nuo was entering and exiting, they made way for the door.

It's a silly way to deal with invisible enemies, but it's undeniably useful.

The air nearby wrinkled in the dim light source. Amy lifted her cloak, revealing her figure, which scared Wick and Madson again.

"Not bad, not bad." Amy nodded slowly, looking like a little girl with a lot of ideas, and entered invisible mode again with affirmation for Wick and Madson.

Li Nuo smiled without saying anything and walked towards the office.

After the office door opened, he snapped his fingers, shaking the air behind him.

"Boom."

There was a crisp sound.

Li Nuo stepped into the door, and the air behind him struck the invisible objects like a hammer, knocking Amy out of her optical invisibility.

Amy grunted as she covered her helmet.

"Dad is right. Although Li Nuo is about the same age as me, he is more cautious and experienced than he looks. His mental age is equivalent to that of a man in his thirties or forties."

Li Nuo's hearing was greatly enhanced by the alchemical potion.

He heard Amy's mumbling, and couldn't help but frown...

What does it mean to be in your thirties or forties mentally?

According to my age before I traveled through time, I am at most 28.

(End of this chapter)