Wasteland Development Diary.

Chapter 630 His Majesty is Wise
The capital of the Kingdom of Heaven, Dawn City.

Looking at the report in his hand, the Black Emperor II's tense face finally relaxed a little.

Although the empire's traditional manufacturing industry still showed little improvement, the Heavenly Kingdom Extraterrestrial Development Group, which he founded, had made rapid progress in the past six months.

The Mars rover and Dead Sea bubble balls developed by the group are selling very well.

The Mars vehicle is based on the advanced vehicle technology of the Celestial Empire. It incorporates a unique "air bubble" system into the traditional reinforced vehicle design, completely covering the interior. The only difference in appearance from ordinary vehicles is that the air bubbles protrude from the windows, giving it a slightly chubby shape.

Through continuous technological iteration, the Air Bubble 2.0 can now allow people to freely enter and exit. Simply apply a special bubble-entry oil to your hands, and you can use your hands to open the bubble and enter.

The locomotive's advantages lie in its ease of use and access, making it convenient to operate at Mars bases.

The group has sold more than 4000 vehicles, a remarkable achievement.

The basic model of the Mars scooter costs 150 light-years, classifying it as a high-end vehicle. Selling several thousand units initially exceeded expectations. Including accessories and after-sales service, total revenue surpassed 65 light-years, with a net profit of 40.

The other Dead Sea Bubble Ball is a vehicle designed for use in the Dead Sea environment.

It involves being secured to a person with a special safety rope, then entering a bubble ball, where one can safely walk and move around in the Dead Sea under the protection of the bubble ball.

This can be used for work or as a thrilling recreational activity, much like the diving of ancient humans.

The bubble balls were much cheaper, and 1 were sold, receiving widespread praise.

the most important is.

Made in heaven, once again, a unique product.

The benefits and confidence this brings are extremely important to the entire Kingdom of Heaven.

Black Emperor II flipped to the last two pages of the report and suddenly saw a strange piece of data.

The sales of high-end reinforced vehicles manufactured in Heaven plummeted by 55% last month. Although this figure has never been large in the past, the percentage drop is still quite concerning.

He immediately summoned Trade Minister Capone.

"How is this going?"

The portly Capone looked troubled: "Your Majesty, the high-end car market is already squeezed by the electromechanical cities. Our sales are not high, and we have always had a hard time competing. In the past, because of the regular city tax subsidies, the data could sometimes show a slight increase. However, in the second half of this year, not only us, but also the Legal Front's high-end car sales have plummeted."

"According to their published data, sales of C-class and above high-end cars in the legal front fell by 37% this quarter compared to the winter of last year. Considering their extremely high market share, this figure is already quite astonishing."

Black Emperor II frowned: "Is it related to the A2 virus influenza?"

"There is some connection, but it is not the main cause."

Capone stated, "Based on our latest investigation, it has been basically confirmed that the main cause lies with the Wasteland Development Company. They have officially put their self-developed Wasteland Armor on the market for sale, priced at 120 light-years."

The Black Emperor II knew about this.

The wasteland armor had been undergoing long-term testing in the Dead Sea and was also used for underground excavation and mineral exploration on Mars. However, it had previously been internal company equipment, accessible and usable only by professionals.

"How is this armor configuration?"

Capone was clearly keeping a close eye on things, and immediately blurted out: "The one currently being sold to the public is the latest model [Moon-3 Modified], which is equipped with prosthetic components, a light-amber ceramic exoskeleton, a light-amber muscle suit, a planktonic barrier net, and a life support system. Its strength is standard C-level."

Black Emperor II was stunned: "A C-grade armor for only 120 Light Seeds? Zhou Yi is crazy? What is he trying to do?"

Capone said with a wry smile, "Who knows? That's just how he does things..."

Black Emperor II quickly calmed down.

Zhou Yi has a habit of directly monopolizing the market with a low-price strategy, no wonder his high-end models don't sell. If you have a budget of over 150, then instead of spending more money on a C-class car, you might as well buy the cheaper C-class Wasteland Armor.

Vehicles and equipment are always best bought new, not old; anyone who buys them regularly knows this.

Overall, new products always have higher specifications and better functions.

However, this would directly impact the wasteland company's core ally, the legal front, and would devastate the entire high-end motorcycle market.

Although the Legal Front is now actually a follower of the company, can the Legal Front really tolerate such blatant profit-taking?

Black Emperor II asked, "What is the stance of the Legal Front?"

"Over there... they don't seem to have any attitude. The Legal Front is still actively promoting the company. Every city has a large promotional screen for Wasteland Armor, and there are also dedicated booths."

Carpenter's words left Black Emperor II completely bewildered.

what's the situation?
Has the legal front been molded into this state? They've been sold out and are still paying Zhou Yi money?
I've never heard of a city with such outrageous mechanical and electrical systems.

The Black Emperor II was somewhat difficult to understand.

"Keep an eye on the company and pay attention to Zhou Yi's every move."

"Yes, Your Majesty."

That afternoon, Black Emperor II understood the reason.

The Legal Front has pinned two recent announcements to the top of the pages for all the electromechanical cities.

The First Breakthrough in the Manufacturing of Consciousness-Based Tools—Consciousness Neurotechnology Has Been Applied to Wasteland Armor

Public solicitation for the cultivation and planting of "Strange Radishes"

The first announcement described a technology centered on "consciousness neural networks" that can receive and read consciousness signals.

This technology was developed jointly by Wasteland Development Corporation and Legal Front, and has been implemented on the [Moon-3 Modified] Wasteland Armor. Corresponding upgrades can be purchased.

The Emerald Eye, developed by the Consciousness Neuroscience Institute, can read consciousness signals within a certain range. This is also the first time that information from the consciousness domain has been directly collected through artificial equipment.

The article also provides sample images and examples.

The champion of the C-class group of the S17 Electromechanical Masters Tournament was Wang Anquan and his son Wang Shunli, engineers from Wasteland Company. They implemented the [Emerald Eye] on the Wasteland Armor modification, thus winning honor and victory.

Upon seeing this, the Black Emperor II felt a chill run down his spine.

No wonder the Legal Front is still cheering and helping to spread the word everywhere.

This wasteland armor contains some of their technology.

This isn't about squeezing out living space; it's about upgrading and replacing traditional high-end motorcycles with wasteland armor equipped with the Emerald Eye, opening up a completely new mech market.

After much effort, Tianguo finally achieved some success, creating the air bubble industry, and originally thought it could close the gap with the company's industry.

As it turns out, they had already gone much further and deeper.

They directly pried open the previously impenetrable realm of consciousness. The material side of this world has been maturely developed, but the consciousness side is a blue ocean, never before entered or explored by ordinary life forms.

There are endless possibilities over there, and this first ship to enter the consciousness realm flies the flag of the Wasteland Development Company...

If you want to go there, you have to buy a ticket from them or board their boat.

The Black Emperor II couldn't help but feel somewhat frustrated.

He inherited the Kingdom of Heaven, had the support of the Dream Demon Clan, and was successfully elected as the representative of the Celestials.

He had originally thought that with the support of various resources and forces, he could quickly surpass Zhou Yi. This proved that he was by no means inferior to him, and that he was the better heir to the throne of the Heavenly Kingdom.

But this is the unexpected outcome...

The gap has not only failed to narrow, but has widened further.

He rubbed his face vigorously with both hands.

Black Emperor II then looked at the second announcement.

Public solicitation for the cultivation and planting of "Strange Radishes"

This announcement seems out of place when placed alongside the previous one.

The previous news was about an explosive technological revolution, but this one is about agricultural products.

After reading the article, the Black Emperor II suddenly realized what had happened.

The consciousness nerves were originally extracted from the strange radish, which is a core ingredient. Therefore, both the company and the legal front are recruiting externally, welcoming all parties to purchase seeds for planting, and they will regularly purchase large quantities.

Based on the prices given above, the profits from growing the "strange radish" are already close to those from tobacco and tea.

More importantly, it has very low requirements for land and growers.

Tobacco cultivation has strict environmental requirements, including specific temperature, sunshine duration, and rainfall. It also requires large amounts of pesticides to control diseases such as bacterial wilt and blackleg, and causes significant soil pollution; therefore, only one crop can be grown per year.

Tea requires special acidic soils such as red or yellow soil, and must be grown at specific altitudes with strict drainage requirements. Although it is a perennial plant, it is susceptible to frost and drought, and can only be properly managed by professional farmers.

Unlike other radishes, the "strange radish" has fewer restrictions. It is a specially modified radish that can survive in most soil environments and is grown in the same way as normal radishes.

The waste company directly purchases the waste, relieving farmers of their last worry about finding a market.

in short.

These two announcements are actually a set of related announcements.

The wasteland armor equipped with the Emerald Eye is a finished product, a magnificent landmark on the ground, while the Strange Carrot is the raw material for the former, a stable foundation rooted in the ground.

This is intended to be widely promoted across the eastern and western continents, allowing numerous regions to cultivate the Strange Radish, thereby directly spreading the consciousness neuroscience industry throughout the world.

Compared to the previous electric cat system, this consciousness neuroscience industry covers a wider area, allowing every ordinary person to participate directly.

Various thoughts flashed through the mind of the Black Emperor II.

knock --

There was a knock on the door outside.

The person who arrived was Trade Minister Kapen.

The middle-aged minister smiled ingratiatingly and said, "Your Majesty, have you seen those two announcements regarding the wasteland armor?"

Black Emperor II nodded.

"I would like to ask whether Heaven should respond to the call from over there and participate in the cultivation of the strange radish... If we are to participate, the sooner the better. Seizing the initiative is crucial, and large-scale cultivation can also significantly reduce costs."

Capone said cautiously, "Your Majesty, please make the decision."

The Black Emperor II looked rather grim.

But after only two seconds of hesitation, he decisively said, "Of course we should participate. The Heavenly Kingdom has 8000 million people, abundant labor force, and vast land. This is a huge opportunity for us, and we cannot let it pass us by."

"If we can complete the large-scale 'strange radish farm' as soon as possible, not only will tax revenue increase significantly, but residents' consumption power will also increase, which will bring great benefits to the whole country."

“Talk to the company and the legal front immediately.”

Black Emperor II suddenly raised his hand: "No. I'm going to Shagang to meet with Zhou Yi. Help me contact them and set off as soon as possible, preferably today."

Capone breathed a sigh of relief and bowed respectfully, saying, "Your Majesty is wise! I will take care of it immediately."

Less than an hour.

Capone returned and said, "Your Majesty, we have arranged for Mr. Zhou to invite you to dinner tonight in Shagang."

"Okay. Go and get ready, and leave as soon as possible."

"Yes."

The Commerce Minister left.

The door is closed.

Black Emperor II sighed.

That guy... his vision and his strategy are indeed superior to mine.

Even in his area of ​​expertise, he was completely led by the nose and forced to follow behind the other party.

What a terrifying guy.

However, the stronger the opponent, the more excited one becomes.

Recognize reality.

Black Emperor II quickly adjusted his mindset.

Since we have fallen behind, we must strive to catch up and change, and we must not be discouraged or resentful because of it.

There is still a chance to catch up in the future.

While he still had some time, he turned on the enhanced controller and began to do his homework by reviewing the latest information about the wasteland development company...

(End of this chapter)