Magicraft Meister Part 3

On April 6, Jin and Minister of Magic and Technology LeGray took a to the town of Kaltz.

"I'm sorry if I was rude to you last night.

"No, no, no.

Jin knew that he needed to vent, so he didn't let it drag on.

In about three minutes, the crossed Lake Tosmo.

The plane parked on the outskirts of Kaltz and headed for the . The pilot, Hope, is in charge of the Hurricane, and Jin is accompanied by Reiko.

Reiko was pulling a cart with a load larger than herself.

Since an appointment had been made the day before, i.e., on the 5th, there was no doubt that Berrich Becker would be at the workshop.

The three of us headed straight for the workshop. Jin had not been here since last July.

It took about 10 minutes to get there.

Here it is. ...... and ......."

"Welcome, Mr. Magecraft Meister!

"Welcome, His Excellency the Minister of Magical Arts and Technology LeGray!"

In front of the workshop are more than a dozen craftsmen and apprentices, and..,

"It is a pleasure to meet you, Sir Jin Nido."

The head of the workshop, Berlich Becker, was there.

"We met once at <>.

Jin Nido said to him in a friendly manner,

"Oh, you remember me, I am honored!

He replied nervously.

The Minister of Magical Technology, Mr. LeGray, is being greeted by Mr. Ludwig, the deputy head of the workshop.

"Your Excellency, I am very sorry for coming all the way here to your dreary place.

"No, of course not. Sometimes it's good to get out and talk with young technicians in person instead of doing paperwork.

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The group moves to the reception/meeting room in the workshop.

On the workshop side are Berlich Becker and Ludwig.

"Now, we are here today to talk about a national project, the construction of a memorial to engineering magic.

The Minister of Magic and Technology, Mr. LeGray, presided over the discussion.

"<> is, of course, a tentative name. However, it is of great significance to build it. It will also serve as a museum of engineering magic.

After explaining the premise, I cut to the chase.

"First of all, let's have a look at the real thing. ...... Sir Leco, please."

"Yes."

Reiko began to unpack the large luggage she had brought with her. Inside was the well-known "power-assisted reinforced exterior for civil engineering and construction".

"Oh, what's this?　It looks a bit like a ...... golem. ......"

"Does it have a ...... person riding on the back of its shoulders?　What?"

Berlich and Ludwig both rolled their eyes.

"It's called a ."

Jin explains on behalf of the Minister of Magical Technology, Mr. LeGray.

"As Mr. Ludwig noticed, it would be easier to understand if we call it a golem that people can ride on and move.

He also explains that the use and functions of the golem are quite limited.

"Do you know what the most important reason is?"

Jin asked them.

"It's not the cost ......, is it?"

"Hmmm......... maybe to prevent it from being diverted to military use?"

"Yes, you're right, it's a big deal."

Ludwig had arrived at the right answer, so Jin praised him.

"...... golem technology can create bloodless, or lifeless soldiers. But I think it should be used to protect, not to invade.

This has been communicated to the Shoro officials, including the emperor, and they understand.

I understand.

"It is sad to see technology used for destruction when it is for the benefit of the people."

Both Berlich and Ludwig agreed with Jin's idea.

"Now, let's get back to the story. I'm thinking of building 100 units of this >."

"Oh, 100 units?"

"Yes. Yes. They are in trial operation, but they have been well received. I'm sure we can sell them to civil engineering and construction workshops.

Jin emphasizes, however, that the goal is not to make money.

"This will make the heavy work of civil engineering easier," he says. In other words, the construction period is shortened and construction costs are lowered.

The extra money thus generated can be used for other things.

"I hope this will stimulate the economy."

"Haha ...... Sir Nido is looking ahead, isn't he? ......"

Berrich Becker sounded impressed.

"No, I just want to make things that help people and make them smile.

Jin spoke his true feelings.

"I would like to reach that point, too.

Berlich looked at Jin with respect.

"Yes, well, thank you. ...... but let's talk about what you just said."

A little embarrassed, Jin forcefully brought the conversation back to the topic at hand.

"First of all, I'm not going to say anything, so I want you to see this for yourselves."

Jin pointed to the > and said, "Okay!

"Okay!"

"I'll give it a try!"

Berlich and Ludwig immediately run up to the <> and check its structure and materials, touching it with their hands from time to time.

After about 15 minutes.

"I know you're in the middle of something, but could you stop for a moment?

Jin called them over.

"Tell us what you think about this power-assisted reinforced exterior for civil engineering and construction, as much as you have learned so far.

In response to Jin's request, the first to open his mouth was Ludwig, the deputy head of the workshop.

"It is thoroughly simplified. It has been adjusted to maximize its effectiveness within these conditions.

The next to open his mouth was Berlich, head of the workshop.

"The construction is designed to take into account the strength of the materials, and it is easy to maintain.

Other details were also pointed out, and Jin gave it a favorable score.

"It is sufficient. With this, we can outsource the production.

Jin nodded to Mr. LeGray, Minister of Magical Technology.

"Since we have the encouragement of Jin-dono, as the Minister of Magical Technology of the Shoro Kingdom, I would like to officially commission the production of the >.

I would be honored.

The deadline is two months.

Quantity is 10 units.

You pay 500,000 Tolls (about 5,000,000 Japanese Yen) in advance and 500,000 Tolls upon completion. In other words, the commission fee is one million dollars.

All materials will be provided by the government of the Shoro Kingdom.

The 10 units of <> shall have the workshop's stamp and serial number engraved on a conspicuous part of the frame and near the starting key on the cockpit.

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Of course, the details were to be put in writing by the officer in charge, and a formal contract was to be signed.