Starting up
The renovation of the Mana Chariot went very smoothly. After lunch, Flamme finally saw the Mana Chariot in its true form: a massive body and a magnificent and domineering appearance.
"Godmother, this Mana chariot isn't made of paper; it can smash into Demons without them making a sound."
Li Yan patted the body of the Mana chariot and spoke with a happy expression.
"Is it that powerful? I'd really like to try it."
Flamme approached the Mana chariot, its thick, black tires nearly reaching her waist, a testament to their power.
Serie circled the Mana chariot curiously. She looked down on this bulky behemoth. Li Yan had spent so many years researching just to create such a cumbersome machine; it was inferior to the previous Black Lightning Motorcycle.
"Li Yan, what's the purpose of this big thing?"
Serie patted the Mana chariot with a bored expression. She could destroy several of these things with a single spell, and they weren't worth all the hard work Li Yan had put in over the years.
"Grandmaster, you'll see once you get in the car."
Li Yan was equally clear-headed. Outsiders who are stubborn and look down on it are only because they haven't experienced it firsthand. Only by personally experiencing the convenience of the Mana Chariot will they truly appreciate it.
Frillie and the little fool followed their grandmaster, Seria, onto the magic chariot. Li Yan smiled and extended her hand to Volame, who was still observing, "Godmother, let's go."
A glint of wonder flashed in Flamme's eyes as she happily took Li Yan's hand and stepped onto the Mana chariot.
Unlike the original standard version, the interior of the Mana Chariot is exquisitely decorated, resembling a luxurious little room. It not only has a soft sofa but also a delicate kitchenette. A pink and blue double bed adds a special ambiance, and even the bathroom and toilet are quite spacious.
The driver's cabin was decorated with exceptional luxury. The steering wheel was engraved with a flying dragon soaring through the sky. All the materials used were pure, natural, and pollution-free wild beast hides. The seats were made of the hide of a four-winged flying leopard that had been recently hunted. They were not only soft but also exceptionally elastic, so even car sex could be comfortable and satisfying.
If she could sit, she would never stand. Serie aimed for the soft sofa and plopped down on it. Her snow-white legs were clad in a pair of high-quality white stockings, and her legs, as white as pure milk, were naturally crossed, giving her the air of a mistress of the house.
"It seems pretty good; the sofa is very soft."
Serie looked at him with a hint of curiosity, but quickly his expression returned to its usual indifference as he began to crack open the sunflower seeds on the table in front of the small sofa.
Frieren, who would rather lie down than sit, immediately set her sights on the double bed. Looking at the high bunk bed, she scrambled up and plopped down on the covers in a starfish position.
"So soft and comfortable, it's simply heaven."
Li Yan led Flamme into the chariot and said naturally to the driver, "Autopilot mode activated. Destination: Royal Capital."
As Li Yan finished speaking, an AI voice came from the driver's seat. "Buzz buzz buzz... Number 001 at your service. Autopilot mode activated, navigation mode activated, destination: Royal Capital, speed: medium 199 km/h."
Serie was slightly taken aback. She hadn't sensed any other people in the car, and the voice was coming from the screen in the driver's seat.
As the doors of the Mana chariot closed, the vehicle gradually began to move, and the next second, the Mana chariot was spinning at an extremely high speed.
"Automatically moving rooms?"
Serie looked thoughtful. She already understood Li Yan's idea: a convenient mode of transportation for travel and adventure, which not only eliminates the need for manual driving but also allows passengers to do whatever they like in the car, whatever it may be.
Moreover, the vehicle not only has sofas and beds, but also a kitchen for cooking, and provides entertainment such as Magic Tome and some light novels and magazines about the era.
"Wow, that's amazing! Compared to a carriage, it's like comparing heaven and earth."
Flamme couldn't help but exclaim in amazement. The environment here was not only comfortable and warm with ample space, but the speed of travel was also extremely fast, a complete game-changer compared to a horse-drawn carriage.
Even in bad weather, there's no need to seek shelter from the rain; on dangerous nights, this Mana chariot is the safest option.
"A Yan, if this Mana vehicle were applied to the military, its impact would be epoch-making."
Flamme looked at Li Yan with some worry; this was a matter concerning the country, even the era itself.
"Mass production is not yet possible. The materials are one issue, but more importantly, this Mana chariot relies on a massive amount of Mana, requiring replenishment every day."
Li Yan calmly sat down next to her grandmaster, Seria. Her initial thought about this magic chariot was that she didn't want to ride in a carriage, and she didn't want to make her godmother, Vlame, feel uncomfortable in a cramped and slow carriage.
"However, it would be suitable for the low-end market. The Mana power is low, and the defenses can't withstand magical explosions. It would be perfect for travel between nobles, with a price of around 100 gold coins per vehicle. After all, an ordinary noble's assets are only a few dozen gold coins."
Flamme nodded in agreement with Li Yan's suggestion. Selling to nobles could recoup some of the losses and even double Li Yan's future assets. Magical experiments were bound to be expensive. If it weren't for the family's wealth and the strong support of Li Yan 'Li Yan Earl Father, he probably wouldn't have been able to even make a single tire with his own assets.
"Young master, have some juice."
The Little Fool took the prepared orange juice from the refrigerator, poured it into a small cup on the tray, and ran towards Li Yan.
The obedient Little Fool looked at Li Yan with expectant eyes; dressed in her maid outfit, she was indeed a qualified maid.
Serie glanced at the Little Fool. This was the most humane Demons she had ever seen in all these years. Most Demons were either expressionless or a group of bloodthirsty Monsters, completely devoid of humanity. But this guy was a complete maid-lover, only wanting to be Li Yan's maid. All his human emotions were reserved for Li Yan alone, and his fierce claws were hidden beneath his cute and obedient smile.
"What a strange Demons! It imitates human language and emotions so perfectly, it's almost indistinguishable from the real thing. Aren't Demons supposed to be cowardly little wretches afraid of death?"
As Serie sipped her juice, she thought to herself that she had also observed the Little Fool, from the initial few reconnaissance visits to once a week, once a month, and once a year.
The opponent's Mana increased exceptionally rapidly. In just a few years, his Mana power level had reached nearly Mana 50, which was equivalent to that of a great Demons among Demons.