Chapter 97

A cunning rabbit has three burrows; a production base cannot be located in one place.

She even plans to set up branch bases outside the capital after this place is officially put into production.

From the moment she learned from Nadjeshda that the Revolutionary Army was going to cooperate with other races, she no longer expected that the new country established by the Revolutionary Army after overthrowing the Empire would bring peace and happiness.

So let's just go with the final solution.

She... no, it should be Svarog who will establish a completely new kingdom.

Even if you eventually have to leave, as long as you find a qualified successor, that's fine. If that doesn't work, you can create a qualified leader yourself.

No matter what, it's better than handing the empire over to the Revolutionary Army that's dividing the country, right?

Leave it to me!

Upon hearing this, Svarog took all the engines from in front of Clara.

Having a complete Power Engine allows for the creation of more intelligent Automaton Soldier, and Svarog's data and source code enable these robots to have the ability to manufacture mechanical parts from the moment they are born.

While Clara was helping Svarog build Automaton Soldier, she also called Ieyasu and Sayo back to work together on making simple industrial machine tools.

Under the influence of Erudition destiny, it became so natural to make machine tools by hand using simple tools.

And it's very fast.

Compared to the power of Preservation and destruction, which reveals one's destiny at a glance, the power of Erudition and destiny represents much more than just knowledge and wisdom.

With the help of her Erudition, the girl can create whatever she wants from limited materials.

Chapter 38 Tatsumi's Joining

"That's amazing!"

"Did we, no, Miss Clara, really make these?"

Ieyasu and Sayo stared in disbelief at the assembly line before them. They watched as the materials and parts were assembled from scratch into a very simple machine tool.

Then Mr. Svarog created several small mechanical creatures, which, upon birth, began to divide the work and use machine tools to process materials, completing mechanical parts like an assembly line.

"The first step is on the right track, but this is just the beginning..."

"What we need is far from enough to build a true Mechanical Empire."

Looking at the automated industrial production line in front of her, although it looked very rudimentary, it was the first step for the Mechanical Empire, and Clara was very excited.

A million Automaton Soldier is not a dream!

Automaton Soldier are only one aspect; preparations for the Creation Engine also need to begin, although the most crucial energy source has not yet been resolved.

But that was bound to happen sooner or later...

"The Mechanical Empire..."

"Is it a country entirely ruled by machines?"

Hearing Clara's words, Ieyasu and Sayo got goosebumps just thinking about the scene.

Clara had just told Sayo and the other girl her thoughts.

Although the two knew about some of Clara's decisions beforehand, they never expected that her purpose would be like this.

To build a brand new Mechanical Empire.

Although they couldn't quite understand it, they still chose to believe Miss Clara, since their lives had been given to them by Miss Clara.

Besides, no matter what, the Mechanical Empire that Miss Clara established will definitely be better than this current decadent millennia-old Empire, right?

That's not the case.

"It is not machines that rule the country, but rather machines that govern it through the hands of mechanical beings."

"Compared to humans, mechanical beings strictly follow the programs set from the beginning, so they will never decay like humans."

Unless mechanical beings develop strong artificial intelligence and possess their own desires.

However, the core program of the mechanical creatures created by Clara and Mr. Svarog lies in the source code. Once the source code is mastered, even with strong artificial intelligence, they cannot evolve into Intellitron catastrophes.

Moreover, even after establishing the Mechanical Empire, Clara did not completely relinquish her ruling authority to the mechanical lifeforms. The mechanical beings' tasks were more about assisting the leader in carrying out management.

"If it's a country like that, there must be no unfair things, right?"

"Miss Clara, we will definitely help you and Mr. Svarog to overthrow the Empire and establish our own mechanical kingdom."

After hearing about the mechanical creatures and the advantages of the Mechanical Empire from Sayo, the two began to look forward to it.

An absolutely fair and just empire sounds like a dream.

The imperial elites had already instilled deep resentment and hatred in them.

They had a deep understanding of the twisted minds of the powerful and wealthy in the capital. The absolutely fair and just management by the mechanical beings was like a legendary utopia.

At this moment, all I want is to help Miss Clara build this brand new empire.

Thank you!

Clara naturally believed the two of them; otherwise, she wouldn't have told them all this.

Clara had already considered the members of the Night Raid as friends and family, but she still didn't tell them about these things.

It's not that we don't trust them, but rather that everyone involved in the Night Raid is simply and persistently imagining that the Revolutionary Army will bring a better world.

It would be extremely irrational to tell them this now.

"By the way, Miss Clara, Tatsumi has agreed to join us," Sayo said to Clara, remembering something.

"Tatsumi? Where is he now?"

If it weren't for Tatsumi, Clara would have almost forgotten about the male protagonist. Speaking of which, Esdeath is on her way back home; I wonder if they'll ever cross paths again.

Regardless, Tatsumi is an exceptionally talented individual, and Clara would be delighted if he were to join her.

"Tatsumi promised us he'd come over tonight."

"Ieyasu said casually."

The three of them came to the capital to make a living. He and Sayo both chose to pledge allegiance to Miss Clara, while he alone chose to pledge allegiance to this corrupt empire.

Moreover, no one paid him any attention; he was just a lowly soldier.

It really is...

"Tonight? Okay."

Nodding, it wasn't too surprising that Tatsumi would agree.

Anyone who understands what happened to Ieyasu and Sayo, takes the initiative to learn about the darkness in the capital, and with Ieyasu and Sayo's constant persuasion, might agree.

Night fell quickly.

Tatsumi arrived at the agreed-upon place as scheduled.

"Tatsumi, you've finally arrived."

Upon seeing Tatsumi appear, Ieyasu rushed over and grabbed him.

Their relationship is really good.

"I've already promised, so I definitely won't break my word."

Tatsumi played along and joked with Ieyasu, then glanced at the two beautiful girls beside him and awkwardly greeted them.

"Sayo, Clara..."

"You rascal, show some respect and call me Miss Clara."

Upon hearing Tatsumi's address, Ieyasu slapped him on the head without hesitation.

Miss Clara is not only someone they are loyal to, but also their savior. What's with this disrespectful attitude?

"No, it's okay..."

"Tatsumi, we meet again."

Clara and Sayo walked up to Tatsumi together, and Ieyasu shook their heads to indicate that the form of address was not important.

Then he looked at Tatsumi in front of him; he hadn't changed much. Because of his interference, Tatsumi lacked the experience of being an assassin during Night Raid, so he had changed less.

"Clara doesn't mind at all!"

Tatsumi responded to Ieyasu without saying a word, then looked at the girl in front of him and became a little awkward.

"Um... I haven't thanked Clara yet for saving Sayo and Ieyasu. If it weren't for you, they would already be..."

I learned from Ieyasu and Sayo that they were originally dead, and that Clara had pulled them back from hell.

Tatsumi was also very frightened and was very grateful to Clara.

If it weren't for her, I would never have seen these two dear friends again.

"That's to be expected, but I was also lucky..."

According to Mr. Svarog's analysis, Ieyasu and Sayo should have been dead at that time, but unexpectedly they still had half a breath left, which is why he was able to save them.

Otherwise, no matter how powerful the Abundance is, even if it can heal Mechanical Construct, it cannot bring the dead back to life.

"Um... I heard from Ieyasu that you agreed to join us?"

After a brief exchange, Clara finally got down to business.

She still has a lot to do. Although the Automaton Soldier can help, some things still require real people.

Having another trustworthy helper is also very important to Clara.

"Well..."

"Tatsumi, didn't you promise me that before? You're not going to change your mind again, are you?"

Seeing Tatsumi's hesitation, Ieyasu immediately became serious. Instead of helping the corrupt imperial nobility, wouldn't it be better for the three of them to work together to help Miss Clara and achieve something great?

"No, that's not it. I already promised you, how could I go back on my word? Besides, Clara saved you, so she's also my benefactor!"

"I had originally planned to make a name for myself in the military, so it's a bit hard to adjust to suddenly changing my goals."

Tatsumi had promised his best friend, and naturally, he couldn't go back on his word. Besides, he also wanted the three of them to continue working together.

It's just that the goals I had originally decided on have changed, and I'm not used to it.

"What's there to be uncomfortable about?"

"Isn't it a million times better to build a brand new empire and achieve unparalleled feats alongside Miss Clara than to struggle and toil in the Ministry of War?"

"Given the current state of the empire, even within the Ministry of War, without connections or background, even if you possess the strength, it's uncertain how long it will take to rise to prominence."

Ieyasu also inquired about the Imperial Ministry of War of War.

Although the Ministry of War is in a better position than the Imperial Court, unless you follow the generals led by Esdeath, you'll never get ahead.

The Ministry of War, especially the one stationed in the capital, was in a terrible state.

"That's true..."

Tatsumi habitually scratched the back of his head, unable to refute.

The troops that were recruited by the Ministry of War and sent to the front lines, although the risks were greater, still had room for advancement.

But now that General Esdeath of the Empire has successfully launched her northern expedition and begun her return journey, there is no need for her to go back to the northern front.

The troops being assigned now are all completely rotten.

Although Tatsumi hasn't been assigned yet, Yu probably won't be a good place.

"Wait, what did you just say? Join Miss Clara in building a completely new country?"

Suddenly, Tatsumi realized that he didn't quite understand what Ieyasu had said.

What does it mean to establish a new country? Could it be... Miss Clara is planning a rebellion?

Tatsumi looked at the little girl in front of him, who seemed weak and harmless, and couldn't connect her with the rebellion.

Moreover, rebellion requires capital; it's not something you can just start on a whim.

They should have their own army!