Genshin Impact: A Red Teyvat Life Starting from Zero

“Of course,” Sergei nodded in affirmation.

"I'm sure there are some who don't want to sacrifice their sleep time for research, and there are also some whose bodies can't keep up, but they're just being dragged along. We have to correct this bad trend."

"...How do we correct it?" Sergei hesitated for a moment before slowly asking Jiang Ming.

"The answer is that the first one to be eliminated will be eliminated."

"Yes, bottom-ranking elimination is indeed a common practice... Huh? Wait, what did you say?"

Sergei looked at Jiang Ming with disbelief.

"First elimination???"

Chapter 111 I could laugh in my dreams

"Yes, the KPI is based on overtime data. Those who work the most overtime are ranked at the top and have their expenses deducted. The one with the highest KPI is forced to take a vacation."

"Uh……"

Sergei fell silent.

This……

Can you still play like this?

For these people who are obsessed with scientific research and eagerly awaiting results, how could withholding research funding be such a cruel punishment?

Although it was vicious as it was, he had to admit that... this approach was indeed somewhat effective.

The implementation of measures such as deducting funds is, to some extent, a way of forcing them to rest.

After all their funding has been cut off, what kind of research can they possibly conduct?

Even a skilled cook can't cook without rice.

"But... Mr. Jiang Ming, why are you doing this? Don't you want us to produce more results as soon as possible? As far as I know, Haiqi Island is currently..."

Sergei didn't finish his sentence; he didn't know how to express it.

In his memory, that general was not easy to talk to.

From Sergei's perspective, Jiang Ming's actions were aimed at enhancing Haizhi Island's combat capabilities and self-defense abilities, while also increasing Haizhi Island's value.

These values ​​may ultimately become their bargaining chips.

After all... surely the gods want people to have a better life?

Then what they have is just right.

What is more suitable than what they have is the potential of this system.

In that case, the gods of Inazuma might spare them and allow them to atone for their sins.

As for defying the gods and defeating them with mortal power...

He wouldn't even dare to think like that in Fontainebleau.

Jiang Ming had no idea what Sergei was thinking. He assumed that the last half of the sentence meant that Sergei wanted to express that Haiqi Island was very backward, but he didn't want to say it directly.

After all, Haizhi Island is no match for Fontaine now.

The two were not thinking on the same wavelength at all.

Jiang Ming focused more on the problem itself.

"Of course I hope you can produce more results as soon as possible, but the prerequisite for results is that you have to live. I would rather you be a little slower than have no successors after a short burst of success. Inazuma has so little usable scientific research force. I am now treating it like a precious gem, and I cannot let you squander yourselves like this."

"Uh... As far as I know, your worries are completely unnecessary. According to my understanding, the average sleep time at the Fontainebleau Academy is 2 hours and 25 minutes per day, and there haven't been any accidents over the years."

"?"

Jiang Ming cast a questioning look at Sergei.

2 hours and 25 minutes?

How dare you say that number?

"...Sergei, this is not Fontainebleau."

If Jiang Ming remembered correctly, Fontaine seemed to have some kind of blessing or something, as well as some strange powers unique to Fontaine. He wondered if these were the things that kept them alive.

But Inazuma definitely doesn't have that.

He just didn't know how to tell Sergei about this conjecture.

"And if I remember correctly, the accident rate at the Fontaine Academy is 735% of that at the Sumeru Cult Academy? And the rate of major accidents is over 1000%?"

"Um……"

Sergei lowered his head, unsure how to answer.

"Even if their bodies can hold up, their spirits aren't that strong. People need a balance between work and rest. I think that perhaps once they have enough rest, they might be able to unleash even greater potential."

Sergei remained silent.

“Since you’re not going to say anything, then it’s settled. I’ll send you the specific requirements later. Also, a group of administrative staff will be stationed here; they’ll be responsible for overseeing this work. In addition, you need to get the relevant reforms implemented as soon as possible. If you encounter any problems during the process, report to me immediately. That’s the general arrangement. Any questions?” Jiang Ming looked at Sergei.

"No, I'll arrange it right away."

"Okay, it's settled then. I'll be going now."

Jiang Ming got up to leave, and Sergei also hurriedly got up from his chair.

"I'll see you off."

"No need, you should get back to work."

After leaving the Ocean Science Academy and returning to the Coral Palace, Jiang Ming looked at the map on the table and hesitated about the place north of the Wuxiang Blade Crossing on Bayun Island.

There's a huge plain there.

Haege Island is currently facing some bottlenecks in its development.

The main problem is this annoying terrain.

It is mountainous with few plains and inconvenient transportation.

There are only so many suitable places to build factories, and now they're almost all covered.

After the Ocean Academy of Sciences localizes the technologies from the Fontainebleau Academy of Sciences, it will inevitably need to open a new factory to produce these devices.

The question now is where these new factories should be located.

Jiang Ming took the map and went to Xin Hai's office.

"Xinhai, I think we need to start expanding our territory."

"Huh? So fast?"

"Yes, the speed of technological breakthroughs at the Ocean Academy far exceeds my expectations. We may soon need to build a number of new factories. The terrain here... um..."

"I understand, there's no need to hide it."

The scenery of Haegeishima Island is indeed stunning, a feast for the eyes of outsiders.

But for those who have lived on Haigi Island for a long time, this is suffering.

In the past, the land was saline-alkali, and not much grain could be grown. Now, in the industrial age, it is also difficult to find a suitable place to expand production.

Xin Hai had nothing to say about this.

Hmm... I've heard that Haiji Island was founded by the Great God, and since it's so ancient, it's bound to have limitations in terms of history and power.

The people of Haigi Island are already very grateful to have Haigi Island and to live on the mainland.

"Now is the perfect time. Kujo Takayuki is currently carrying out his second round of harvesting at the shogunate. If we are willing to make our move now, I reckon he'll be laughing in his sleep."

“Indeed.” Shinkai nodded, agreeing wholeheartedly. “However, if we were to encourage Kujo Takayuki to intensify his efforts, I’m afraid…”

"I'm afraid the people under the shogunate's rule will suffer even more." Jiang Ming said what Xin Hai dared not say.

"Yes, it always gives me a vague sense of guilt."

"Don't be blinded by appearances."

Jiang Ming stepped forward and patted Xin Hai on the shoulder.

Logically speaking, Xin Hai in the original story wasn't so sentimental. He was willing to fight, accept bloodshed and sacrifice, and could clearly distinguish the root of the problem and the difference between gratitude and resentment.

Perhaps it's because he arrived too early, and his heart hasn't been tested by war yet, so he hasn't matured—or perhaps he's become numb to the extent depicted in the story.

To be honest, he's just a newcomer. It's just that he's learned and used a lot of things, and he can see that the wronged have a culprit and the debtor has a culprit, and he can stick to his own principles.

They are simply learning from and growing together.

Chapter 112 An Ordinary Person

"Even if we don't act, Kujo Takayuki will continue his actions, albeit at a slower pace and with greater effort. Essentially, this isn't something we can control; only our ultimate victory will change this situation. It may sound ruthless, even shameless, but... there will always be bloodshed and sacrifice. The key is the future, that the blood must not be shed in vain, and that someone must pay for their blood debt!"

Whoever created this miserable situation in Inazuma must pay the price. All they can do now is try to end this situation as quickly as possible, so that the current bloodshed and sacrifice can bring about a new future.

"Of course, we must also admit that, regardless of our initial intentions, our actions have indeed played a positive role, so we must also take responsibility." Changing the subject, Jiang Ming began to talk about another issue.

Upon hearing this, Xin Hai looked at Jiang Ming and asked, "What's your idea?"

"Establish an underground working group in Inazuma Castle to secretly promote our policies, but avoid discussing theories. Also, open up channels for population transfer to receive refugees, which will alleviate our manpower shortage. Secondly, reduce casualties on the escape route. Thirdly, contact Ayato Kamisato and Miko Yae to have them prepare in advance to increase disaster relief efforts in Inazuma Castle."

These are all very common methods, except for opening up channels for population transfer.

Xin Hai asked hesitantly, "Does this mean... we need to contact the Heavenly Order Enforcement for assistance?"

"Yes, the Shogunate's assistance is indispensable to opening this passage."

"Would they agree to such a large-scale population relocation? Isn't this undermining the shogunate?"

"Yes, Kujo Takayuki is reaping wealth right now. Those who choose to flee here have already been squeezed dry, so he probably doesn't care. Since we want it, why not do us a favor and ease the internal conflicts in Inazuma Castle? Anyway, our grain is also under Kujo Takayuki's control."

We could also speak with Kujo Takayuki in advance and use this as a condition for us to send troops.

Jiang Ming offered his two solutions.

“It’s feasible.” Xin Hai considered it briefly and gave his answer.