Chapter 240 A few words to teach you how to ruin the atmosphere

Chapter 240 A few words to teach you how to ruin the atmosphere

Lu Qi considers himself a discerning person.

So he saw the disgust in Miss Crown Guard's eyes, as if he was just sitting here to control her.

To prove that whether he was sitting here or not, it couldn't change the fact that she was on bad luck.

Lu Qi stood up and walked to the kitchen, preparing to make lunch.

As a result, after taking only two steps, I heard Lax’s crisp and excited voice coming from behind: “What a fool! Happy Fourth!”

Lu Qi paused for a moment and silently quickened his pace.

I muttered in my heart, is it not so outrageous?

However, I heard later that Miss Crown Guard came back with a lot of kills. Although she still lost, she didn't lose much anymore.

The main reason for losing was because of the unparalleled shot that I ordered.

From then on, she refused to let Lu Qi sit next to her and watch mahjong.

Lu Qi said that he was quite innocent.

After lunch, there was more sunshine outside, but even so, the coldness in the air made Lu Qi have no idea of ​​basking in the sun.

He lay on the sofa in the living room and wasted time, waiting for the afternoon to arrive before finally sitting up from the sofa.

Thinking back on it, it seems that when I came back, I hadn't even taken a look at the Research Institute.

After thinking about it, he tidied up a little and then informed Yuerna to prepare the carriage.

Not long after, the carriage drove towards the scientific research base.

The end of the month is approaching, and the year is approaching, and there are more and more people on the streets, buying various New Year's goods in preparation for the New Year in a few days.

The good news of a complete victory in the battle outside the pass also put a more reassuring smile on their faces.

The carriage drove along until there were fewer and fewer people around, and finally stopped at the entrance of the scientific research base.

Lu Qi walked all the way inside, nodded to some people who came to say hello, and then asked where Wenhuade was, and then went all the way.

Soon, he arrived at an open area.

As soon as I got closer, I heard Navis' surprised voice: "Your Highness, you are here!"

After not seeing her for nearly two months, she seemed to have grown a little taller. She was wearing a serious white robe, and she looked a bit like a powerful intellectual.

This made a word flash through Lu Qi's mind.

‘Postgraduate entrance examination small landmine’.

It refers to the kind of girls who are not big, but are very powerful in studying or taking postgraduate entrance examinations.

Looking at Navis, Lu Qi had a smile on his face: "Long time no see."

"Your Highness the Prince."

At this time, Wenhuade also nodded to Lu Qi.

"Hello, Dean."

Lu Qi said hello, looking past Wenhuade and looking behind him, his eyes couldn't help but light up.

What came into view was a three-meter-high iron car, about six or seven meters long, with a steam outlet above it. The style was somewhat similar to the locomotive in Lu Qi's impression. At this moment, it was standing across a on orbit.

"We are currently testing the stability of the steam engine. Now it can be used as a power engine, but I think there are still many shortcomings."

Wenhuade saw Lu Qi's gaze, followed it, and explained aloud.

At this time, there were two scientific researchers who were constantly modifying something in the gap opened by the locomotive. Inside was a very complex mechanical assembly.

Lu Qi asked aloud: "Can it run normally on the track?"

"Yes, but it's not stable, so I'm constantly debugging it."

Wenhuade nodded and gave the two scientific researchers a look.

So the two men assembled the gap, got on the locomotive, and started operating it. First, they turned on the switch, and then added water to the steam engine. A steady flow of water continued to flow in.

About three minutes later, I turned on the gas switch again, put the coal in it, closed the door, and started the ignition. The action was very smooth.

After the coal was ignited, a burst of thick smoke arose and was discharged directly through the vents.

As the faint firelight flickered for a while, white steam began to spurt out, making a buzzing sound.

It can be felt that the steam engine is already running, and white steam is continuously spurting out from several exhaust ports.

Immediately, a scientific researcher sitting in the seat stepped on the accelerator.

The entire locomotive shook for a moment, and then the steel wheels started to rotate slowly, driven by a burst of energy, making a "哐哐哐" sound at the same time.

Immediately, the locomotive began to move forward slowly, the sound became more frequent, and the speed began to accelerate under the thick smoke of coal.

The locomotive moved forward along the track, moving around the orbit at a moderate speed.

It seems that this is the fastest speed currently.

However, being able to do this is already amazing. Seeing this scene, even Lu Qi had to sigh in his heart, this place in the Research Institute is really a nest of talents.

In such a short period of time, they made another major breakthrough in the field of steam engines.

You know, at this moment, it's not just the locomotive that's running.

It is also the wheel that Demacia moves forward on the track of the times.

The use of steam engines and the movement of locomotives represent that Demacia is evolving from simple means of transportation such as horses and carriages to a more abundant place.

By then, smelting, textiles, machine manufacturing, trains, ships, and even automobiles will no longer be dreams.

Even Lu Qi felt a little excited inside at this moment.

The locomotive stopped after running four or five times.

At this time, Wynward and Lu Qi said: "We believe that the reason why the speed is slow is because the kinetic energy brought by the steam is not enough, and at the same time, we are also facing the problem of excessive water consumption and coal consumption. This is also the direction of our improvement. , I already have an idea.”

Lu Qi nodded slightly as he listened: "I think it's already very fast to achieve this level. There's no need to be too hasty. It's better to rest for a few more days before the New Year."

"We have enough rest. There is no need to worry about this, Your Highness. After all, everyone knows that the body is the capital."

Wenhua De smiled and said: "It's just that when I have free time, I can't help but think about it. For us, it's a bit of fun."

Do you want to say you are tired? I am definitely tired.

This locomotive has countless components installed in it, including the steam engine inside. Many people stayed up late to research it.

However, no one felt irritated, but felt like they were enjoying it.

Because anyone who loves scientific research will naturally be extremely excited when they see a product that can change the times being born with their own hands.

In the process, Wynward has even seen what Demacia will look like in the future.

Now, every minute and every second of their efforts is to make that day come as soon as possible.

When leaving the scientific research institute, Lu Qi was still feeling very emotional.

Feeling the moving carriage beneath him, he felt that it wouldn't be long before he could get into a car.

The difficulty of car development has naturally doubled, but at least he has seen hope.

The carriage drove along and stopped at the Illuminator Church along the way.

It was already approaching evening. After getting off the carriage, Lu Qi saw two girls, Kashina and Lux, carrying wooden boxes, going in and out, as if they were very busy.

The two energetic figures stayed harmoniously with the people and children around them, with no trace of disobedience visible. They had smiles on their faces, and the soft light of the setting sun shone on their faces, making them look a little extra. good.

After traveling abroad, Lux and Kashina became regular members after returning and officially became members of the Illuminators.

But for them, this is actually no different than usual.

Soon, Kasina saw Lu Qi first, her eyes lit up, her pretty face became a little more joyful, and she trotted over: "Your Highness, why are you here?"

Lu Qi smiled and said, "Stop by and see what you are busy with?"

Kashina said: "Some New Year's goods are prepared for the children in the church, such as new clothes, shoes, and some other things."

Lu Qi nodded: "Let me help too."

Kashina shook her head and said: "No, we are almost done. Your Highness will wait for us for a while."

After saying that, she waved and ran back.

In the distance, Lux also noticed Lu Qi, but the girl was still angry with Lu Qi for asking her to light up the national warrior Wushuang in the morning and did not want to talk to him.

After waiting for a short while, Mofu's children all came over to chat with Lu Qi.

They seemed to have grown taller, but they were still children.

After another ten minutes, Lux and Kashina also finished their work. The two girls walked side by side, looking a little tired, but their slightly smiling mouths also showed that they were fulfilled by this kind of life.

Get on the carriage and drive all the way home.

In the carriage.

Lux relaxed completely, stretched out, and said lazily: "The Chinese New Year will be here in a few days."

"Yes." Kasina opened the curtain and looked outside. She sighed and said, "It feels like time flies by so fast."

She couldn't help but glance at Lu Qi, and then at the Church of the Illuminator, which was gradually getting further away.

The memory seemed to still stay at the time when she and Lu Qi first met.

The first time they met was in this church, brought here by Lacus.

Unconsciously, she found that Lu Qi was everywhere in her life.

"My birthday has gone by for months in the blink of an eye."

Lux nodded sympathetically, her little face also full of emotion: "Just like in the blink of an eye, I feel like sitting in class was just yesterday."

"Isn't this just what you want?"

Kashina laughed.

This time they went to the border as Illuminators. Both of them missed most of their studies in the second half of the semester, and now it is the holiday before the year.

After a while, you can graduate directly.

For Lux, this should be a great thing.

"It's good, but I miss it a little bit."

Lux sounded like she was sighing, but she actually couldn't hold back her smile.

Seeing this, Lu Qi suggested: "If you miss me so much, why not study for another semester?"

Lux rolled her eyes at him, ignored him, and continued chatting with Kashina.

The two girls were still lamenting the passage of time.

Lu Qi yawned out of boredom, feeling a little sleepy.

Lux glanced at him: "You have nothing to say?"

Lu Qi asked strangely: "What did you say?"

"Time," Lux said, "Don't you think time flies by quickly?"

"I don't think so." Lu Qi thought for a while and said, "But I do have something to say."

"What is it?"

Lux and Kashina both looked over, their beautiful eyes twinkling with anticipation.

"Congratulations to both of you for turning one year older."

When Lu Qi spoke, he showed his white teeth.

One sentence will teach you how to ruin the atmosphere and get two pairs of eyes.

No matter what Lu Qi said in the second half, the two girls ignored him.

I finally got home. After getting off the carriage, it was already dark and almost dark.

Entering the living room, the fireplace radiated warmth, dispelling the coldness of several people.

Fiona was sitting in front of the fireplace, holding a book in her hand, looking at it quietly, and the two were taking care of each other, which seemed like a peaceful time.

Sona and Katarina were playing backgammon, and Poppy moved a small bench to sit next to them and watch.

After Lacus and the others came back, the living room suddenly became lively.

Lu Qi was sitting on the sofa, taking a nap in a daze.

Fiona, who was reading, remembered something, put down the book and looked at him: "By the way, there are many letters in your mailbox. It's best to read them if you have time."

"Letter?" Lu Qi was startled when he heard this, stood up and went outside the hospital.

Soon, he took it back, sat on the sofa, and looked up.

When I saw the somewhat familiar logo, the image of a lively girl suddenly flashed in my mind.

There were six letters in his hand, all with the same logo. They were sent from far away, and Lu Qi would naturally not forget them.

This logo represents Granlot, an ally of Demacia.

The person who sent the letter was naturally Panis.

She did say that she would write to Lu Qi for a long time, but she didn't expect that she actually persisted.

If a letter is counted as seven days, this earliest letter was already nearly a month and a half ago.

He was already on his way to the border at that time, so naturally he didn't see the letter.

After I came back, I did forget about it for a while.

I opened the letters and read them one by one. At first, I just shared some daily trivial matters. From the letters, I can see Panis' excitement when she started writing.

In the second letter, Panis learned about the Gate of Sorrow, and expressed concern and condolences in the letter.

When it came to the third, fourth, fifth, and sixth letters, it could be seen that Panis's tone was a bit more resentful. Although she did not say it explicitly, she was obviously worried about not receiving a reply from Lu Qi. .

Lu Qi was still outside the country at this time, so of course he didn't see the letter.

After reading the letters one by one, Lu Qi knew that if he didn't reply to one more letter, the princess from the neighboring country might come directly to the royal capital.

So when he stood up, he returned to his room and began to write.

After writing the letter, I immediately arranged for Urna to send it out.

After finishing his work, Lu Qi was almost ready to prepare dinner.

After dinner, he sat outside the courtyard and looked at the moonlight. The surroundings were very quiet. He suddenly remembered the conversation between the two girls in the carriage.

Time seems to pass really quickly.