All this was done deliberately by Aslan, to make it more difficult for both parties to recognize their relatives, so that Eins could value his relationship with Aslan more.
Aslan's original smile gradually faded away, making Eins tremble with fear.
"I wonder what's wrong with you?"
Facing the indifferent Amuro, Ains took a deep breath and stated the purpose of his visit.
"Please believe me. As long as you have read my research, you will definitely support me. Believe me, once the product is launched, it will soon become popular throughout the continent."
Ains handed the plan to Amuro, waited until he read it, and said impatiently.
Aslan folded the plan together and remained expressionless for a long time, but his heart was filled with turmoil.
The product Ains came up with was actually a bicycle.
Until now, because of the war, the industry had not made any inclination toward bicycles, and had even forgotten about it. It did not occur to anyone that Eins, an outsider, had already developed a bicycle model.
"I have to see your new vehicle before I can make a decision. I can't make a promise without knowing anything about it."
Aslan put the plan on the coffee table next to the single sofa and answered in the affirmative.
Ains immediately breathed a sigh of relief, as long as Amuro was interested.
"Mr. Amuro, let's sign a confidentiality contract first to ensure that you don't steal my invention, and then I can take you to see my prototype."
"no problem."
This is why the development of science and technology in the central continent is faster than that in the outer continent. Because of confidentiality agreements and product patent protection, many experienced civilians or skilled workers are very enthusiastic about various inventions, which greatly promotes the technological development of the central plains.
After signing the simple contract, Ains asked his servants to move in the four large boxes he had placed outside the villa. He picked up the wrenches on the spot and started assembling them.
Soon, a rough thing about half a man's height that resembled a carriage stood in front of him.
"Is that the new form of transportation you invented?" Aslan pointed to the rough thing in the center.
"Yes, I have been thinking about a brand new vehicle, a vehicle that can be driven without livestock. The real role of livestock is to provide power, so I thought, if people can provide power by themselves, they can drive the vehicle.
, can you achieve the goal I believe in!" Ains replied with feverish eyes.
"Give me a detailed introduction." Aslan looked interested.
Artoria and Nomiri also came in at this time, looking at the new things in front of them with great interest.
"These two are my wives."
Ains nodded immediately.
The confidentiality agreement includes all family members and servants in Amuro Villa.
Ains led Aslan to the rough metal creation.
"The driver sat in the front left, constantly stepping on the pedals, connecting the four wheels through levers, chains, etc., making them roll forward. On the wheels, I laid a layer of rubber around the tires, which would make driving easier.
smooth."
"Is this a rickshaw?"
Arturia couldn't help but say something.
A four-wheeled bicycle cannot be pedaled by an ordinary person due to its weight alone.
"Such a huge car, with at least four passengers, probably can't travel far by just relying on people. Do we need professionals to do the work?"
Aslan attacks Eins mercilessly.
"This is exactly my next goal, to reduce weight and increase leverage! But my financial situation is no longer optimistic and I cannot support more attempts."
Ains looked at Aslan expectantly.
"Why not consider other ways? For example, using steam as power?" Aslan slowly organized his words.
The central plains are not closed to the outside world. In fact, they have always sent people to secretly introduce new technologies from the outer continent.
Steam engines have been used in the Maxim Empire for many years and have long been introduced to the central plains.
Ains shook his head: "Someone has already invented this, but it is very large and has difficulty driving on many streets."
This was what Aslan was waiting for.
"Then, why don't you make a simpler one, for example, one with only two wheels, can only carry one person, and no outer shell."
Eins fell into deep thought.
"In that case, the balance will be difficult to grasp?"
Aslan added: "You can add two small wheels at the rear, so that you can continue to maintain balance."
"It seems really good, but it's not the same. It feels very low-end. Who would buy it?" Eins said to himself.
Aslan gave the direction without hesitation:
"The working class who have some savings, the businessmen who don't need too much dignity but can save money, the middle class who have alternative means of transportation for temporary travel, there are a lot of them in Chester."
Ains thought for a while, nodded slightly and said:
"I can try it, but I don't have any money to buy parts..."
"I invested you 200 xi in advance, and with the suggestion I just made, I will occupy a total of..." Aslan hesitated whether to say 20% of the shares or 25%. After all, 200 xi is strictly for
Not too much to say.
"You can hold 35% of the shares! But only for the bicycle project you described!"
Ains spoke first, fearing that the other party would make too high a request.
"Deal!" Aslan immediately smiled and said: "Let's draft a simple contract first to finalize this matter. Then I will find a solicitor to make a formal contract and add some detailed clauses. For example, if there is another
If anyone invests, they must get my approval first."
"No problem." Ains replied impatiently, just wanting to buy parts quickly.
After deciding on cooperation, the two fell into a brief silence again.
Aslan was drinking tea by himself and had no intention of seeing off his guests, while Eins fell into deep thought for a short time.
He very much needs the support of Amuro, a big financier, so that he can continue to engage in research and development.
In fact, he was already considering how to install a miniaturized steam engine on a four-wheeled bicycle to become a new power source.
"Mr. Amuro, we are the only ones left in the Cremont family now. I feel that we should not be responsible for the affairs of our ancestors."
Aslan put down the tea cup in his hand and looked at Ains steadily.
"Whenever we have free time, let's go back to my hometown together."
Ains's eyes lit up and he nodded solemnly.
"We'll go back after we finish processing the contract."
Aslan finally showed his first smile since they met.
"Very good. I look forward to our future cooperation. If you have a mature design, please tell me as soon as possible. I am willing to continue to invest more to set up a factory. Let us work together for the revival of the Clermont family!"