Chapter 608 Graduation Party

"How did this happen?" Shocked, Senya couldn't help but ask curiously, "I heard from Aili that this weapon cannot fire gunpowder, otherwise there will be a risk of explosion. Is the problem solved now?"

"No, it's just a different way of thinking." Mo Yun smiled as he looked at the burning target ship.

Today's long-pole bullet has a magic weapon warhead installed at the front end of the metal rod, and its structure is similar to a wooden plug wrapped in iron sheet. The wooden plug is composed of three parts, namely the Lishu magic weapon, the Xunshu magic weapon and the Genshu magic weapon.

When the shooter activates the magic weapon, the Genshu will take effect first, covering the outside of the wooden plug with a layer of rock crystals, so that the temperature inside the projectile will not rise too quickly. And when the bullet hits the object, the huge impact force will cause the wooden plug to deform, thereby triggering the explosion of the Lishu and the wind of the Xunshu - the source of these two magics is biased towards self-preservation, and the passive triggering feature will be retained after being made into a magic weapon.

Even the separation technique used in the warhead is not a common technique in the Privy Council. In order to achieve the best explosion effect, Mo Yun chose the detonation talisman of the Yama Ninjutsu as a reference among more than ten kinds of separation techniques. In addition, more than ten separation technique apprentices in the Machinery Bureau repeatedly studied it before finally determining the configuration of the magic weapon.

"I see." After listening to Mo Yun's explanation, the high priest showed a look of realization, "It couldn't be done before because the right material was not found, right?"

"That's the reason." Mo Yun nodded.

In the selection of materials for magic weapons, wood has a much higher affinity with air than metal, which is probably related to the fact that trees are also considered a kind of life. But ordinary wood can't withstand the huge overload when the long-pole bullet is launched, and it is common to be crushed and deformed. The talisman pays attention to integrity. Once it is carved into a whole, it is completely fixed. Any damage will make the magic invalid.

Until the core of the spirit tree on the world island was developed by the elf apprentice.

This kind of wood taken from the deep core of the tree is extremely hard. After dehydration, it is comparable to pig iron. At the same time, its affinity with Qi is better than that of ordinary trees. It is simply a natural material for magic tools.

From this moment on, the biggest technical difficulty of the destructive projectile was overcome.

Of course, the spiritual tree is the key to the survival of the tree boat, so it is naturally impossible to hollow it out to make magic tools. But this point did not bother Ai Li and his team. Soon, tree species that simulated the internal structure of the spiritual tree were cultivated. Plants grown from such seeds require a lot of Qi to irrigate, and they neither bloom nor bear fruit. Their only use is to provide the base material for the machine manufacturing bureau.

It can be said that without the efforts of the Noah people, this achievement may still require more than ten years of exploration.

At this moment, the alarm clock suddenly rang in Jinxia City not far away.

"Sister Mo Yun, why are you still here?" A woman ran over quickly. It was Miss Luo You'er. "Isn't today the day for the first batch of students to graduate? You are the one who issues the graduation certificates, so you can't be absent!"

Mo Yun showed a helpless smile. After handing over the remaining finishing matters to Ai Li, she got on the carriage of the special commissioner of the Affairs Bureau and rushed to the entrance of the school.

The square of the school was already crowded with people.

With a group of guards leading the way, she stepped onto the podium that the Ministry of Education had already built.

"Next, we invite Lord Mo, the Minister of Machinery of Jinxia City and the Acting Prime Minister of the Affairs Bureau, to give a congratulatory speech for the graduation ceremony!" After Liu Ruyan finished speaking, she gestured to Mo Yun.

"First of all, I would like to congratulate you on behalf of Her Royal Highness the Princess and Lord Xia. From today on, you are the first batch of seniors in the school--"

The warm applause drowned her voice like a rainstorm.

The forty or so people involved were somewhat at a loss. They were all between fifteen and seventeen years old. They stood in the middle of the square and looked around, as if they didn't know what expression to use to respond to the applause of their families.

Mo Yun knew that all these children were Qi-sensors.

Xia Fan had mentioned the envisioned education plan to her. According to him, everyone would have to continue studying for at least five to six years before graduating. This idea was strongly opposed by Mo Yun. She didn't mind opening up the people's wisdom, but the length of five or six years really scared her. Even if Jin Xia extorted money, it would be difficult to afford the almost bottomless education expenses. Moreover, the influx of a large number of immigrants caused the city's population to rise steadily. It was too unrealistic to raise all the children of school age for free for several years.

After a fierce debate, Xia Fan accepted her opinion and split the education period. Those Qi-sensors with a certain foundation and good learning talent can graduate directly after mastering all the basic subjects and transfer the subsequent learning to the work department. For example, after joining the Machinery Bureau, students will receive special training in alchemy; and students who go to the experimental field to study the cultivation of new plants will need to further learn elf skills and planting knowledge. In this way, the time for primary education can be shortened to half a year at most, the financial pressure of the Bureau will be greatly reduced, and subsequent education will not be completely interrupted.

These more than 40 students are the first batch of graduates under this policy.

The congratulatory speech is just a formality. The main significance of the graduation ceremony is to choose a suitable place for them.

Xia Fan convinced Mo Yun on this point.

That is free choice.

The character test only provides a basis for graduates. Each department can also show itself to attract talents, but the final decision is still made by the children themselves.

In other words, their personal wishes are the most important thing.

After the speech, Mo Yun nodded to Luo Youer, who raised a small flag and shouted loudly, "Then please recruit officials from various departments to prepare to take the stage!"

According to the plan of the Secretariat, since it is the first graduation ceremony that attracts the attention of the whole city, it is better to bring department recruitment to the forefront, which can not only show the unique style of Jinxia Administrative Center, but also play an excellent publicity role.

"The first person to appear is the Propaganda Department!" Luo Youer smiled slyly, "That's me."

She walked up to the podium and said to the students, "The main task of the Propaganda Department is to convey information to the outside world. Among them, people with the character of Kan, Zhen and Dui are more suitable for this industry. However, there are no absolutes in everything. The key is It depends on your own interest and courage to go out. If you feel that it is okay to leave Jinxia and travel to other states or even other kingdoms, the Propaganda Department welcomes you to join us!"

I don’t know if it’s due to stage fright or other reasons, but everyone looked at me and me, but no one dared to speak out.

"It seems that the Propaganda Department will have nothing to gain." Beside the podium, Wei Wushuang, the head of the Grain Department, said with some joy. He basically didn't have any hope that his department would be able to recruit Qi-sensing people, and he was already prepared in his heart that no one would care about him after he took the stage. But this kind of situation always makes people a little embarrassed. If Luo Youer was like him, then this embarrassment would undoubtedly be alleviated a lot.

"This... I don't think so." Fang Yanni, who is temporarily in charge of the transportation department, doesn't think so. "Miss You'er is quite popular in the Secretariat and has extraordinary connections, so it won't end so easily."

"Being popular in the Secretariat and being popular among the students are two different things." Wei Wushuang said disapprovingly, "If Luo Qingqing were here, I would admit it, but now that she has left Jinxia, ​​I don't believe that Miss You'er can still Who can win over a powerful caller——"

Halfway through his words, the sky above the school suddenly darkened.

I saw a flash of golden light, and a familiar figure descended from the sky and landed directly in the center of the podium!

"It doesn't matter if you don't understand!" Luo Youer said loudly, "This is the special partner of the Propaganda Department - Miss Chi! As long as you join the Propaganda Department, you will have the opportunity to work with the Jinxia idol!"

The crowd instantly became excited!

If you want to say that the person who has appeared on Shenjin Weekly the most times is undoubtedly the Dragon of Penglai. She not only conquered the people of Jinxia with her touching singing voice, but also set off a clothing reform in Shenzhou. In line with the propaganda of the Secretariat, long robes and brocade robes have now become formal attire worn only for important occasions, while daily attire has been replaced by simpler unbuttoned singles and long shorts with waistbands.

Although this promotion caused a lot of controversy, the new uniforms quickly became popular among the public due to their overwhelming convenience. After all, most people in Jinxia have jobs, and it is a consensus that robes are not conducive to the movement of hands and feet during labor. Since someone takes the lead, there is naturally no shortage of responders.

As a leader, the idol Chi has become a weather vane. Often after she appears in Shenjin Weekly with a new costume, the sales of these clothes will increase significantly. This makes her instantly popular, and she can instantly become the focus of attention wherever she goes.

Chi's outfit this time was also eye-catching - not to mention a gray singlet and belt, a pair of straight shorts fully exposed her slender legs, and a pair of high-top boots on her feet. The finishing touch is the windproof jacket that Chi wears. The open hem edge almost exceeds the trousers, making the legs the only part that is exposed. This dressing concept is definitely shocking, but I have to admit that this outfit really brings out the neutral charm and youthful vitality of Chi to the extreme.

"Let me say it first, I will only cooperate with the best people. If you think you are talented and willing to endure hardship, come to the Propaganda Department and give it a try!" Chi said with his arms crossed.

"Lord Luo, I want to work in the Propaganda Department!"

"Me too!"

Nearly half of the students immediately raised their hands.

"This is not fair at all!" Wei Wushuang was stunned. As a representative of Penglai Island, Chi did not serve in the Secretariat, but now he openly participated in the competition within various departments, and he had a crushing advantage over other departments. , "You'er is cheating!"

"But... the charter does not stipulate that the means of soliciting are limited to within the department." Fang Yanni muttered in a low voice, "As long as the rules are used reasonably, it should be recognized by the Secretariat."

"What about the Ministry of Transportation?" Wei Wushuang was startled, "Did you also find an outsider?"

"This..." Fang Yanni clicked her index fingers with both hands, "It's a secret."

"You don't need to make a choice right now," Luo Youer's voice sounded again, "In order not to regret your choice, you can make a decision after watching the recruitment of all departments! Next, please invite the Ministry of Transport The person in charge, Miss Fang Yanni!”

The next heir to the Fang family walked up to the stage timidly, "Uh... well, I'm Fang Yanni. Since Mr. Xia is not here and there is no formal appointment and dismissal order, I am in charge of this department for the time being. The advantages of this department... I think It should be easy, and it is more suitable for people who are sensitive to the genus Kan and Sunda, but it doesn’t matter if others are willing to come. As for the specific benefits... I would like to ask a professional to tell you.”

"Qianzhi! Good at pulling people in!" As soon as she finished speaking, a small figure rushed to the podium.

"In short, as long as you join this department, you can say goodbye to the scorching heat of summer and be surrounded by cool air every day!" The little girl raised her hand, "There are also various ice products provided by the Fang family, from frozen dried squid to matcha flavored shaved ice, the department provides them, so - does anyone want to come?"

I only have time to write one chapter today, so it's a little longer.