Chapter 85: Nikko Society

　　 The four people with different dresses and personalities in front of Ai Luo are just famous scholars of the material school.
　　 Turner, a dragonborn scholar, who has been regarded as an outlier by people around him because of race relations since he was a child, he has learned the charm contained in the book very early. It's just that what Turner is interested in is not the history or mythology, but the books on the theory of material elements that are regarded by mainstream doctrines.
　　 When it comes to material elements, I have to say a little more. Just as the magical element school believes that the essence of magic lies in magical elements, so all the world’s CDs involve magical elements, the material element theory holds that everything in the world is composed of basic material particles, and such particles are material elements.
　　 In fact, many people were very interested in this statement at first, but as the research progressed, people found that there are too many material elements to be classified. Not to mention anything else, in the most common-looking drop of river water, most of the material elements currently existing in nature can be found.
　　 What is even more maddening is that the different combinations of several elements of the same kind can even cause huge changes to the substance itself.
　　 Compared with magic elements, it is much simpler. Although magic elements can have countless combinations, at least the types of magic elements are unique.
　　 Because of this, the theory of material elements is often regarded as the doctrine of fools, and people who study this theory are also regarded as fools who take shortcuts.
　　 Humphrey, a half-elf scholar, is also a supporter of the theory of material elements, and a friend and strong competitor of Turner. Unlike Turner, Humphrey prefers to use the methods of some alchemists to study instead of pure theoretical deduction.
In fact, the two were on the same level. Until some time ago, Humphrey put forward an amazing theory. The theory was so incredible that it was difficult for the scholars of the material school to accept it. This led to Humphrey’s recent experience. Is very unsatisfactory.
　　 However, it was precisely because of this theory that Aylor noticed him.
　　The fierce looking tiger orc is named Apstein, from the Flame Wave tribe among the three major orc tribes in the Western Continent. He is an alchemist. It's just that he was born incapable of using any magic, so he and a few like-minded friends tried a large number of material methods to replace magic to carry out alchemy experiments-but this was rejected by many traditional alchemists.
　　 Even a few alchemists were afraid that this method would be used by ordinary people and threaten their interests, so they began to spare no effort to attack Apstein until all his friends deserted and he himself was expelled by the tribe.
　　 Fortunately, Apstein knew for a long time that he could not use magic, so he received a lot of martial arts training. Now his hard power is even concealed above Carlyle, which is one of the reasons why he was able to come to the Icote Valley smoothly by himself.
　　 And that intellectual woman is Yang, from the Tadoya Empire. In this country, because the Holy See of Dawn holds the supreme power, and all the members of the Holy See are supporters of the school of magic, scholars of the school of material such as Yang naturally have no place.
　　 What's more, as a new generation of Pope takes office, the attitude of the Holy See towards academic research has become more radical. In the past month, Young has even received no less than three anonymous threatening letters asking her to abandon all research.
　　 In desperation, she had to leave the Tadoya Empire in search of a new research environment.
"Well, everyone, the reason for inviting everyone to gather here this time is exactly as stated in the letter," Ai Luo said in a low voice, seeing that the time was about to come, "I am willing to provide you with enough assistance to complete your In return, I hope you can participate in the research projects organized by me at the right time. Of course, I guarantee that those projects are definitely of interest to you. Besides, I have no more requirements. "
"Lord Lord," Young stood up first and bowed slightly, "I am grateful for your kindness. But I still hope you can explain a little bit about the reason for doing this. You know, due to various factors, now supports material There are very few lords of school."
　　 Ai Luo nodded. At this time, although he was disgusted by the other person asking too much, but for the sake of long-term consideration, he simply said: "Actually, it is not complicated. Maybe you all know the situation of Fakenridge."
Looking around, Ai Luo continued in a sincere tone: "I am a supporter of the new king. It can be said that the things that His Majesty worries about are the things I worry about. The situation facing Falkenridge is very serious now, but we The country’s resources are limited and talents are also limited..."
"I want to use magic to strengthen myself in a short time. I think this is very unrealistic." Ai Luo looked at the four people who couldn't help but nodded, and then said, "So I was thinking about whether or not to try the point of view of the material school. ?"
　　 "After all, the material school started with material, and what we need most is material improvement-of course I am just a layman in this regard, but now is not the time to give up any hope."
　　'S words fell, and Apstein's eyes lit up, and then stood up: "Lord Lord, if you mean this...I think I might be able to help."
　　 It's not that Apstein is arrogant, but that he has really achieved results in this area.
　　 Ai Luo has actually heard about it. During the period before being expelled, Apstein was studying ways to increase the strength of weapons and armor without relying on any magical means!
　　 is just focused on research, he ignores how many vested interests are offended by this action: Generally speaking, military weapons and armor enhancement are contracted by magic blacksmiths and alchemists who specialize in forging. Due to the tension and chaos among countries on the Western Continent, these people often get large orders and then make a lot of money.
　　If Apstein is really researched out, it will undoubtedly mean that civilians who can’t be magical may also get a share of it-and this is something they will never allow!
　　 "Of course, one more point is that I am personally interested in Mr. Humphrey's theory."
　　 Looking at Humphrey who was a little lost, Ai Luo added with a smile.
　　 "Oh my God, bless the earth goddess, are you really interested?"
Humphrey’s joy overflowed in an instant. God knows how much he wanted this theory to be appreciated, but it took him twenty years to have the embryonic brainchild. For a researcher, there is nothing like Ello. This sentence made him feel even more excited.
　　 "Lord Lord, you must listen to me, as long as this theory is completely perfected, it can definitely change the world..."
　　 Listening to Humphrey who started to talk endlessly, Turner shrugged helplessly. He knew it would be like this. Now he can only hope that the lord will not throw his only friend out because of his anger.
　　 Ai Luo naturally didn't mean to be angry, even if Humphrey's actions did challenge some of the dragon's majesty, it was nothing compared to the interests behind it...
"Ah, as for Ms. Young," said Humphrey when he was a little tired, Ai Luo interrupted him, and smiled at Yang who asked the question at the beginning. "Your research on material elements can be said to be The collection is a great achievement, so I am also eager for you to stay and communicate more with other people in addition to research. After all, we are all willing to see the material school being carried forward, right?"
　　 "Lord Lord, you are right."
　　Since Ai Luo has said this, Yang naturally has no more opinions.
　　 But this is also related to the low status of the material school. If it were replaced by the masters of the magic school, Ai Luo's invitation might only be declined.
But the material school is different. They have been suppressed for too long, and they are eager to get a chance to get ahead, and Ai Luo's decision is undoubtedly a road, even if they don’t know what the end of the road is, they all know~ EbookFREE.me~ That must be better than the thorny path I had taken.
　　 "It seems we have reached an agreement."
Ai Luo nodded with satisfaction and took the lead to sit down: "Then, I announce that the Nikko Society will be officially established from today. You are the first members of this society! I hope you enjoy your time in the society and share the charm of the material school with More aspirants-but I think Mr. Humphrey may have done a good job on this point."
　　 Amidst everyone’s knowing laughter, Ai Luo nodded slightly to Turner again: "I believe Mr. Turner will help him share in a more appropriate way, right?"
　　 "That's natural."
　　 Looking at Humphrey who was smiling happily, Turner suddenly felt very stressed.
　　 After discussing the business affairs, it was a more pleasant dinner-Ai Luo generously used the friendship of the landlord and let the four scholars who usually lived in a simple way to eat a sumptuous meal.
　　 After praying to the gods of their respective beliefs, the salad as an appetizer was served first, composed of various seasonal vegetables, and sprinkled with a little white vinegar.
　　 After the salad is over, it's the turn of the fine white bread and high-quality butter with eggs and milk.
　　 Next is broth, roast suckling pig, stewed rabbit, and various fish. Desserts are jam and butter biscuits, cakes, and seasonal fruits.
　　 Needless to say, most of these foods were bought by Ai Luo directly in exchange for belief points. Otherwise, with the current strength of the Icourt Valley, it would not be luxurious enough to entertain scholars with such a rich meal.
　　 Anyway... the strategy for the next ten years has basically been deployed, and now it depends on the results of the time.
　　 After the four people left, Ai Luo looked at the deserted hall again, leaning on the seat and thought.