My family has been wielding knives for generations, but now it's my turn to wield a pen!

"Your Majesty!"

Jiang Xiaobai had just returned to his residence not long ago.

A respectful voice rang out from outside: "The Marquis has ordered that the most skilled craftsman in our household be found for you!"

Ok?

Upon hearing this, Jiang Xiaobai raised an eyebrow.

His dad is fast!

He had barely mentioned it when... the person was delivered to him?

Surprised, Jiang Xiaobai got up and left the room.

Upon exiting, they saw two people standing in the courtyard.

One of them was a general from their Marquis's mansion, who was bowing respectfully at that moment.

Behind the general stood an elderly man with gray hair.

The old man was not tall and had an ordinary appearance, but his hands were very special, with long, thin fingers and large joints.

At first glance, he looks like someone who spends a lot of time fiddling with objects!

"Your Majesty!"

When the general saw Jiang Xiaobai come out, he immediately cupped his hands and said, "This is Elder Liu."

"He used to work at Tianji Workshop, but after retiring, he stayed in our household."

Tianjifang?

Jiang Xiaobai raised an eyebrow.

The original owner didn't have many memories of this Tianji Workshop.

Perhaps sensing Jiang Xiaobai's confusion, the general explained, "Your Highness, Tianji Workshop is an independent sect in the martial arts world."

"They don't concern themselves with the imperial court, nor do they compete for rankings in the martial arts world."

"But he is extremely skilled in the construction of mechanisms, exquisite instruments, and hidden weapon formations, including some special equipment of the imperial court, and occasionally he will purchase them from Tianji Workshop."

"Oh?"

Jiang Xiaobai became interested immediately after hearing this.

Isn't this exactly what he needs right now?

Jiang Xiaobai looked the old man over again and smiled, "Elder Liu, right?"

"Yes, this old man is Liu Guan!"

The old man quickly cupped his hands in greeting: "Greetings, Your Highness!"

"Mr. Liu, you're too kind!"

As he spoke, Jiang Xiaobai waved to the general.

The general understood what was happening and immediately turned and left.

Once only the two of them remained in the courtyard, Jiang Xiaobai turned to Liu Guan again: "How were your abilities when you were at Tianji Workshop?"

"this……"

Upon hearing this, Liu Guan was taken aback for a moment, then smiled wryly and said, "I dare not boast in front of the young master."

"When I was at Tianji Workshop, I wasn't exactly a top expert, but I'm confident I could handle most ordinary mechanical devices."

At this point, Liu Guan's face showed a clear increase in confidence: "Whatever Your Highness wishes to do, just leave it to this old man."

"This old man will certainly satisfy the young master!"

"good!"

Upon hearing this, Jiang Xiaobai's eyes lit up immediately: "You wait and see."

After saying that, Jiang Xiaobai turned and went into the room.

Liu Guan stood in the courtyard, his expression calm.

Yes, although he hadn't had much contact with the young master, he had heard a bit about Jiang Xiaobai's reputation.

Therefore, according to his speculation, the little item that the prince wanted to make was either a beautifully crafted box or a hidden clasp for a hidden arrow.

It shouldn't be too difficult.

However, this composure did not last long.

About two incense sticks later, Jiang Xiaobai came out of the room again, holding a few pieces of paper in his hand.

"have a look."

Jiang Xiaobai handed the sheets of paper to Liu Guan: "Could you...make this?"

After saying that, Jiang Xiaobai's face was full of anticipation.

Firearms were not a secret in my past life.

But... this thing couldn't be made in my previous life!

But in ancient times, that would undoubtedly be a matter of utter devastation.

Liu Guan took the paper and initially just glanced at it casually.

But the next moment, his gaze froze.

Looking further down, the casualness on Liu Guan's face completely disappeared.

His brows furrowed little by little.

Believe it or not, this thing... it doesn't look very big, but its structure is extremely ingenious.

In some places, he didn't even understand their specific uses.

But he could tell that this... was definitely not an ordinary thing.

The more Liu Guan looked, the more solemn his expression became.

Finally, Liu Guan couldn't help but raise his head and look at Jiang Xiaobai: "Your Highness, this thing... was it something you conceived?"

"Otherwise what?"

Jiang Xiaobai raised an eyebrow.

Liu Guan's throat moved.

If he hadn't personally taken these blueprints, he would have found it hard to believe that they came from the hands of the young master before him.

"Your Majesty."

Liu Guan asked cautiously, "What is this object...?"

"oh."

Jiang Xiaobai coughed lightly and said, "This thing is called the Desert Eagle... um... Eagle! In short..."

"Cough cough, you idiot!"

"Sand sculpture? Sculpture?"

Liu Guan paused for a moment, then tentatively asked, "This thing, could it be a little gadget for hunting birds?"

Since it's for amusement, and it's named after an eagle, it must be related to birds.

"this……"

Jiang Xiaobai paused for a moment, then nodded seriously: "This thing can indeed be used to hunt birds!!"

Looking at Jiang Xiaobai's serious expression, Liu Guan was momentarily unable to distinguish between truth and falsehood.

After observing for a moment, Liu Guan said, "Your Highness, this old man can try to make this."

"But some parts probably need to be carefully considered."

"If it can't be done in a short time, I may have to find a few former fellow disciples to study it together."

"Yes, research is possible."

Jiang Xiaobai's expression became more serious: "But... we can't hand over the entire blueprint."

"If you need help, have them do only a part of it."

"Each of you does your own thing, and in the end, you'll be the one to combine them."

Liu Guan was slightly surprised when he heard this.

This prince...

"How cautious," Liu Guan nodded respectfully, "This old man understands."

"besides."

Jiang Xiaobai looked at Liu Guan and said, "The faster the better."

"Ideally... a prototype should be completed within three days, as I urgently need it!"

"this……"

Liu Guan's face twitched slightly.

three days?

Isn't this a bit too hasty?

But considering that Jiang Jingcheng had personally summoned him, Liu Guan knew that this matter could not be delayed.

Immediately, Liu Guan took a deep breath, cupped his hands, and said, "Yes, this old man will do his best!"

"It's not about trying your best."

Jiang Xiaobai looked at him and said seriously, "It definitely has to be fast."

Yes, he almost got stabbed today.

Having this for self-defense, that's what true safety is.

"Your Highness, rest assured."

This time, Liu Guan's expression was much more serious: "This old man will go and prepare immediately, and try to make this sand sculpture as soon as possible!"

"good!"

Jiang Xiaobai nodded in satisfaction: "Once it's done, I, the young master, will reward you handsomely."

Whether or not a reward is given is secondary.

Liu Guan looked down at the blueprints in his hand, his eyes burning with desire: "This old man just wants to see just how powerful this sand sculpture will be if it's actually completed."

"Could you shoot the bird down?"

"Don't worry, I won't let you down."

Jiang Xiaobai smiled.

Liu Guan bowed respectfully, then carefully put away the blueprints and quickly left.

Look at their hurried manner; where is the composure they had when they arrived?

Jiang Xiaobai stood in the courtyard, watching Liu Guan's departing figure, and finally felt a little more at ease.

Although there are martial artists in this world, and... true masters may not necessarily be afraid of hidden weapons.

The problem is, this is something from my past life.

If used in conjunction with gunpowder.

Ha ha……

Even the most skilled martial artists would have to kneel down and call him "Grandpa" in his presence!

Grandpa, Grandpa, Grandpa!