"I ask you to stop and abandon all research on the transformation of mottled crystals starting today."

"Huh?"

Hearing Rod's answer, Labis suddenly showed a surprised expression, and even Lijie looked at Rhodes in surprise next to her, in fact, they are not stupid, especially after Labis explained in detail, everyone knows how important this will be, but what is Rhodes doing now............ Would such a decision be made suddenly?

"For what? Lord Rhodes? ”

Labis frowned and asked with some dissatisfaction. Seeing Labis's appearance, Rhodes shook his head inwardly. Sure enough, as I thought, Labis has been here for too long, and she is about to lose touch with society. Like many scientists depicted in books and movies on Earth, she is only obsessed with her own theoretical research, and they don't care whether their research can change or destroy the world——— no, it should be said that they don't realize this at all, they just desperately seek to use their knowledge, eager to obtain, create or solve the problems they face. Just like Labis, Marlene obviously understands the damage caused by magic weapons, but for Labis, the only problem she has to overcome now is "how to prevent the high consumption of the Spear of the End and complete the amount of power it needs at the lowest cost", as for where this power will be used in the future, whether it will drill a few holes in those innocent people, it is obvious that Labis has not considered it at all.

If it was someone else, Rod wouldn't care, just deliberately use it. But Labis was different, and considering Labis's background, Rhodes understood the reason why she was working so hard here now, and he didn't expect his right-hand man to say to himself in agony one day after witnessing the terrible situation caused by the weapons of mass destruction he had made. Of course, it would be even more unfortunate if it made Labis feel guilty about it, and thus made him lose Labis.

It's always a good idea to get vaccinated early.

"Labis."

Rhodes looked at the girl in front of him, and could see that Labis was obviously very dissatisfied with his decision, but it was okay if she could still listen to her words in this state. Then it means that everything you are doing now is not wrong.

"Let me ask you, what kind of person can use the Spear of the End that Marlene took before."

"This ........."

Hearing Rod's sudden inquiry, Labis was stunned for a moment. I don't understand why now that the discussion is about research problems, Rod jumped to another aspect. However, as a researcher, it is naturally Labis's good habit to answer all questions.

"This ......... As long as you have the ability to master the power of the soul, you can use it. After all, the Spear of the End doesn't need them to provide condensed power, they only need to use their soul power to trigger it through the magic array. ”、

"Then you should know the reason why the Shania family gave up this weapon before."

"Well, because the need for high-purity magic crystals is too expensive and rare. So it can't be mass-produced. ”

Labis looked at Rhodes curiously, hadn't they already discussed this question before? Isn't it because of this that Marlene said that the Shania family had given up this weapon, so she left it to herself to study and modify?

"So, assuming that your research is successful, and the mottled crystal can perfectly replace your previous idea, then can we mass-produce this equipment and send it to everyone?"

"Of course!"

Hear here. Labis suddenly looked excited, and she danced with her hands.

"As long as it can be successful. We certainly don't have a problem. Although magic crystals are required to trigger the magic circle and activate and conduct it, it is not so rare compared to high-purity magic crystals, and if we succeed, then no matter who he can master the amount of soul power, he can ................"

Said here. Labis's voice suddenly dimmed, and the girl frowned, as if she instinctively sensed that something was wrong. If Labis's mind was still immersed in the enthusiasm for research just now, then now, after gradually calming down under Rod's questioning, she finally discovered the problem.

"That's right. As long as it is a person who has mastered the power of the soul, anyone can do it. ”

Rod nodded.

"The streets are full of mottled crystals, and if anyone can get their hands on the crafting map, then whether it's the Land of Light, Moon, or the Land of Night, they can make this weapon in large quantities and use it. Is that right? ”

“……………… This ..............."

Hearing this, Labise's face changed slightly, and finally she nodded.

“………… Yes, theoretically, but, but ..............."

Maybe she was unwilling, or maybe she wanted to make up for her mistakes, Labis still stammered and made excuses.

“……… However, I've reworked the structure of this weapon, and only I know how to do it! ”

"I seem to have heard you say that Christie helped a little bit, and your assistant."

"This .................. Yes, Lord Rhodes. ”

Labis bowed her head in frustration, but soon she looked up again.

"But, however, they only helped me with the purchase of raw materials and the planning of some small magic circles, I guarantee they don't really know the real structure inside!"

"You see, that's the problem."

Rod clapped his palms, then he looked at Lizzie and Labis and spoke.

"Hypothetical......... Well, Labis, let's say one day, you create a sword that kills them instantly if you hit them. And this kind of long sword is very easy to forge, as long as there is a sketch, any craftsman can forge this kind of long sword, what do you think will happen in this world? Everyone would want to get their hands on such a weapon, right? ”

"This ........................"

Labis didn't answer, but the girl's pale face said what she thought.

"So, let's assume that again. If you were the only one who knew how to forge this sword, did you think those people would let you go? And the people around you? Like Christie, who gave you advice? Or someone else who helps you with this work? If they say they don't really know, do you think those people will say, 'Ah, sorry, we were mistaken,' and put them back? ”

"I......... I ..............."

"You're still too inconsiderate, Labis."

Look at the girl's crying expression. Rhodes already knew that Ladaulace understood what she meant, and it was obvious that she herself only regarded this as a difficult "scientific research topic", but a nuclear reactor was also a difficult "scientific research topic". It's okay now, Labis is still young after all, and with her own reminder, it's not too late to turn the corner. It's not like that group of old men, who buried their whole lives in it, and when they regret it, they can't stop it. Not being able to enjoy the pleasure of research, and having to endure the harsh criticism of conscience all the time, is really sad.

"Needless to say, ordinary magic prop making or alchemy potions, but this kind of dangerous research, I hope you can be cautious and cautious, if you can, it's best not to let people know about it, and don't reveal the slightest rumor."

"Yes. I know, Lord Rhodes. ”

At this time, Labis has completely lost the vigor she had just now. Pitifully bowing her head, she was in charge of transforming the magic weapon, and Labis herself naturally knew how powerful the Dao was. Seeing Labis's expression, Rhodes reached out and gently touched her head.

"I hope you recognize that, Labis. Your strength is important to us, and you're a very important subordinate of mine, and I don't want you to be hurt by negligence or anything else, you know what I mean? It's important to know, and I want you to understand what you're doing before you start researching. and the possible consequences. It's not that you give it up, I'm going to be behind you all the time, I just don't want you to be hurt because you don't recognize the dangers of something. ”

"Thank you......... Lord Rhodes. ”

Hearing Rod's words, Labis was silent for a moment, and then she nodded vigorously. Seeing Labis's expression, a little softness appeared in Rod's eyes.

"Very well, Labis. Then as I said, from now on, give up the study of mottled crystals. I remember you said earlier that ordinary magic crystals can do it, and they will do it even better. I'd like you to tap into more potential from this, such as etching magic circles on it or something, so that those magic crystals can form a spell when they explode......... This may be even better. ”

"No problem, Lord Rhodes, I'll go now."

Hearing this, Labis's eyes suddenly lit up again. In fact, what Rhodes said is that players have already done it in the game, and although they haven't made a weapon like the Gun of the End, there are always similar things......... The reason for this is simple, Rhodes does not want to be too perfect, and it is not a good thing to reach the end in one step, just like a group of primitive people who toss strategic nuclear weapons without even fiddling with muskets, and the end result is only destruction.

"Also, you'd better find a way to reduce the weight of this thing."

Rhodes picked up the Gun of the End, flipped it up, and put it back on the platform.

"Now this thing can't be held by ordinary people, and if you want to find an experiment, I'm afraid you can only find Annie."

"Got it, I'll do it right away!"

After saying this, Labis immediately turned around excitedly and ran back to the research room, and looking at the girl's distant back, Rod shrugged his shoulders helplessly, and at this time, Lijie's voice came from the side.

"Thank you, Mr. Rod."

"Thank me for what?"

Hearing Lijie's voice, Rhodes turned his head to look at her. Seeing Rod's eyes, Lijie smiled slightly, and then shook her head.

"It's nothing, I just think............... It's really nice to be able to meet you. ”

Then, the girl looked at the figure of Labis, who had already run back to the research room, and replied softly. (To be continued......)