socalfunplaces Chapter 82 Dilemmas and Melancholy
Chapter 82 Dilemmas and Melancholy
Construction of the Emperor Cookie Factory is on track, and the first batch of Emperor Cookies has been successfully produced thanks to the collaboration and cooperation between the Star Speakers and the State Church pastors.
The experiment yielded good results.
If the supply of raw materials remains stable, mass production may be possible, which would further depress prices.
Meanwhile, a large plot of land surrounding the biscuit factory was allocated by Tie Hui to the logistics area, and factories and warehouses were quickly built.
Meanwhile, the various construction materials purchased from surrounding star systems and the Mechanicus were all owed on IOUs due to limited funds.
In the end, it was Carlson who stepped in and managed to reduce the interest on these IOUs to 1.2%, otherwise the annual interest alone would have been over 6%.
Tie Hui stood on the mountaintop, looking down at the bustling construction site on the plain below.
He gazed at the towering capital city in the distance, pondering whether to change the current way imperial citizens live.
The entire city was transformed into a complete heavy industrial zone, producing industrial components and parts, which were then transported to space or nearby satellites for assembly.
Some highly polluting, highly corrosive, and highly hazardous chemical plants will be relocated to deserted satellites in space.
However, the Mechanic later disagreed with his approach, because the Empire was a vast interstellar nation.
In addition, it was surrounded by powerful enemies and plagued by internal rebellions.
Therefore, the empire was more inclined to a militaristic system and relied on military force in many administrative matters.
Therefore, in terms of material production, each region is centered around the Forging World, with several surrounding star systems or planets within star sectors undertaking various functions, and then unified to carry out trade and integrate into the Forging World.
In the original plan, the World of Volda was to serve as the second largest food-producing world after the Raphaela Galaxy.
If it weren't for its proximity to the frontier, where the Emperor's starlight is almost invisible, coupled with the frequent rebellions and alien/chaotic invasions that occur due to its proximity to the frontier, this world would probably have become a purely agricultural world focused on producing food.
After all, such a grain yield could be higher, and the amount supplied to the surrounding world could be greater.
The Empire would never allow the Vorda world to produce weapons, except for the space station and a few hives which house the necessary population.
I'm afraid all that's left are farmers, and they might not even have any nests left.
Now, thanks to the Emperor's two consecutive acts of great power, the chaos and evil spirits here have probably all stayed far away. It's estimated that the Sector Governor will issue a transfer order soon.
I'm afraid that by then the entire world of Volda will be completely transformed into an agricultural world.
I doubt we'll even see a single nest.
Therefore, Tie Hui was very distressed after receiving this news.
He could only come up the mountain and look out over the site under construction.
He needs to find a way to make the World of Volda his own production base.
As the Mechanical Sage has already stated, due to the Emperor's power, those alien chaos creatures have long since vanished.
In the next few hundred years, this planet will likely be completely transformed into an agricultural world.
What if the Chaos Alien returns?
Does that mean we should allocate some agricultural resources to heavy industry's weapons production?
Tie Hui, guarding the empire's borders, stroked his chin, lost in thought.
For one's own benefit, should one harbor a bandit to enhance one's own prestige?
tsk...
"Sigh, my head hurts." Tie Hui sighed, looking like a little old man with his hands behind his back.
"What happened?"
Cage suddenly spoke from behind him, not far away, which startled him.
Looking back, I saw Cage walking over carrying a small box.
Cage walked over to him, plopped down on the ground, dangling his legs over the edge of the cliff, and placed the box he was carrying on his lap.
Opening the box, you'll find neatly stacked, still-warm Emperor Biscuits lying inside.
He reached inside, took out a piece, and handed it to Tie Hui. He then took out another piece, took a bite, and said, "The Cardinal and I redesigned the production line. We engraved the psionic runes of the Imperial Word on the lower parts of some key components. This can greatly lower the level threshold for psionicists to take up their posts, as long as the quality or quantity of state priests increases."
Tie Hui's eyes lit up; Astartes truly lived up to its name.
After the surgery, this brain is amazing.
At the same time, I couldn't help but sigh in my heart that it was a real pity to let such a smart brain only be used for fighting.
"If that's the case, then our mass production looks very promising." Tie Hui took a bite of the Emperor Cookie, smelling the sweet aroma still emanating from it.
Yes, that's the feeling.
Cage nodded in agreement: "The first batch has already been produced. I had the Cardinal arrange for this shipment to be sold to Raphael. The planet there is in terrible condition, and many warbands and Astral Armies are still there recovering from the war. If our shipment goes through, it will at least boost their morale a bit."
Tie Hui finished the biscuits in a few bites and remembered the kind old man in red, "Ruldia," whom he had met a few days ago.
They were initially unhappy about the interference and forceful investment from both the State Religion and the Mechanic Religion.
But now that displeasure has mostly dissipated. I didn't expect that the old man would deliver such a satisfactory answer so quickly in Ruldia.
As for the remaining half of the dissatisfaction that hasn't dissipated, that's naturally because of the Mechanicus.
"Won't the court keep an eye on this? After all, our stuff is quite special," Tie Hui asked worriedly, watching Cage devour the Emperor Cookies in a few bites.
These items, which involve the spiritual realm and even psychic powers, are used extensively by the core military forces of the Empire.
The court will definitely be watching them.
Cage devoured an Emperor cookie in a few bites, his cheeks bulging out.
He didn't know why, but ever since he tasted the first bite of the Emperor Cookies, he had developed a particular fondness for them.
Sometimes I don't even drink amino acid porridge anymore. I have two pieces during training, two pieces during prayer, and two pieces when I wake up in the morning.
It's almost become a main meal.
"No way, that cardinal has some powerful connections. They say he got in touch with the archbishop! And I heard they're currently lobbying the sector governor to grant the biscuit factory special permission to operate in Volda. After all, if they really make a name for themselves, the governor will certainly get some credit, right?"
Tie Hui nodded in deep agreement: "I'm also planning to go this time."
Cage, who was eating the last cookie, was taken aback and couldn't understand why this guy was going over there.
Somewhat puzzled, he asked, "What are you going there for?"
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