Chapter 272 Patent Disturbance
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Rui Chen 3499
"So you have agreed to apply for a patent?" Umbridge asked, "Why don't we discuss the specific process?"
She turned around and walked to a Ministry of Magic employee, and led the employee to Connor, "Let me introduce, this is Mr. Baker, the director of the Magic Item Patent Office."
Baker is a well-balanced person, with an astonishingly consistent height and width, just like a ball.
He took out a so-called patent application, which was as small as a handkerchief in his hand.
"Mr. Kong, you can look at the specific details above first, and discuss with me if you have any questions."
Kong Nuo glanced at Baker, and felt that this director who was like a mountain of meat was a bit strange. He didn't feel the slightest research spirit in this director, which was completely different from what Nicole Flamel gave him.
Without continuing to think about it, he took the patent application and started to browse it quickly.
The first page exists in the form of a form, and the content is not too much. It is mainly to fill in the main applicant and the deputy applicant, and then fill in a series of professional content such as the practicability and timeliness of the patent.
The content starting from the second page is the written text, mainly about the profit sharing after the patent is put into production.
Kong Nuo had never had access to patent applications in his previous life, and this was the first time he had access to relevant content.
If the first page gave him an intuitive feeling of trouble, then the second page started to feel disgusting.
For the Squibs conversion course, his original intention was to verify the learning results, and secondly, after witnessing the unhappy life of the Squibs, he wanted to help them.
According to the description on the second page of the application form, after such a course of treatment, even if Squib can become a wizard, he will also bear huge debts.
Not every Squib is Rozier and Filch, and many more are indistinguishable from those refugees who lived in the slums in previous lives.
Once he signs this application, it means that his original intention will be changed, and everything will be in line with his interests.
When Kong Nuo turned the application form to the end and saw the magic circle at the signature position, he already had a conclusion in his heart.
Baker said with a smile on his face: "Mr. Kong, how is it? You just need to hand over the production process of the transformation clothes and potion to us, and the Ministry of Magic will run it in person."
"I know you still have a noble career to complete at Hogwarts, so such an application should be the best solution, right? It won't waste your time, and it can maximize your benefits."
Kong Nuo now understands why he did not feel the spirit of research from Baker, because Baker is not so much interested in patents as in the benefits that can be brought by patents.
Perhaps the greater role of those patent applications is not to facilitate life, but to make profits for the Magic Item Patent Office and the Ministry of Magic.
This can also explain why Baker looks like a ball-the magic item patent office is indeed full of oil and water.
They saw the potential market for squibs, and because squibs are a special demographic that will continue to emerge, they can continue to bring them benefits.
Connor didn't answer Baker's question, but turned to look at Dumbledore, "Headmaster, have you seen the patent application?"
"Of course." Dumbledore nodded, "I once applied for a patent on the use of dragon's blood, but the thickness of the application...is not as exaggerated as the application in your hand."
Connor handed the patent application in front of Dumbledore, "Maybe you can also gain insight, this is the first time I have seen such an application."
When Dumbledore saw the content of the application, his expression changed from calm at the beginning to serious. When he raised his head to look at Fudge, Fudge subconsciously lowered his head to avoid meeting Dumbledore's gaze.
"Connelly, isn't it harsh to add these things to the patent application?" Dumbledore spoke in a slow pace, and when he uttered these words, both Fudge and Director Baker wiped the sweat from their foreheads in unison .
"I can understand that the Ministry of Magic needs to open source, but is it too much to try to earn Galleons from a bunch of poor people? Maybe we should find a way elsewhere?"
He finally added, "This is just my personal feeling. After all, I can imagine the benefits that this patent can obtain. So the specific situation has to be decided by Kong Nuo. I will definitely not have any objection to his decision."
With Dumbledore's words, Fudge's complexion improved a lot, and a group of people from the Ministry of Magic once again focused their attention on Connor.
Kong Nuo raised his eyebrows, glanced at Dumbledore out of the corner of his eye, and found that he was also looking at him at this time, and there was not much emotion on his calm face.
Baker showed a flattering smile, "Mr. Kong, if you think the proportion of the share is not appropriate, you can actually discuss it again, everything is easy to talk about."
"I can hear your sincerity." Kong Nuo yawned and said, "But...I refuse! Now I'm not interested in gold coins, after all, some things can't be measured only with gold coins."
"You can accept what... what? You refuse!" Beck showed an extremely surprised expression, so surprised that his multi-layered jaws were constantly trembling.
Connor looked at Dumbledore and asked, "Principal, if I understand correctly, only the first page is the main body, and the rest of the toilet paper is unilaterally proposed by the Ministry of Magic, right?"
"Ahem..." Dumbledore could clearly see a smile on his face, "That's right, the latter is actually an exclusive authorization letter, and you will exclusively authorize this patented technology to the Ministry of Magic for 70 years."
"During these 70 years, the Ministry of Magic has the right to decide who can get the technology in the patent. And if it's just an ordinary patent application, then anyone can get the patented technology through you."
Baker took out a handkerchief, wiped the sweat off his forehead, and said at an alarming speed, "Mr. Kong! You should think carefully."
"After all, you are still young, so many things should be considered in the long term. By promoting this patent, we can also spread your reputation further..."
Dumbledore stood up, coughed lightly and said, "I have a small suggestion about reputation...I can apply to the Order of Merlin and award Connor a first-class medal of the Order of Merlin."
"Isn't this in compliance with the regulations?" Umbridge said, her voice was sharp, and she didn't continue to maintain the sweet voice before, "The number of squibs is not very large, even if it is awarded, it is only a Merlin order It's just a third-class medal."
Dumbledore's voice was calm and firm, "But Konno gave up his interests. He is nobler than most people. He deserves a first class medal of the Order of Merlin!"
She turned around and walked to a Ministry of Magic employee, and led the employee to Connor, "Let me introduce, this is Mr. Baker, the director of the Magic Item Patent Office."
Baker is a well-balanced person, with an astonishingly consistent height and width, just like a ball.
He took out a so-called patent application, which was as small as a handkerchief in his hand.
"Mr. Kong, you can look at the specific details above first, and discuss with me if you have any questions."
Kong Nuo glanced at Baker, and felt that this director who was like a mountain of meat was a bit strange. He didn't feel the slightest research spirit in this director, which was completely different from what Nicole Flamel gave him.
Without continuing to think about it, he took the patent application and started to browse it quickly.
The first page exists in the form of a form, and the content is not too much. It is mainly to fill in the main applicant and the deputy applicant, and then fill in a series of professional content such as the practicability and timeliness of the patent.
The content starting from the second page is the written text, mainly about the profit sharing after the patent is put into production.
Kong Nuo had never had access to patent applications in his previous life, and this was the first time he had access to relevant content.
If the first page gave him an intuitive feeling of trouble, then the second page started to feel disgusting.
For the Squibs conversion course, his original intention was to verify the learning results, and secondly, after witnessing the unhappy life of the Squibs, he wanted to help them.
According to the description on the second page of the application form, after such a course of treatment, even if Squib can become a wizard, he will also bear huge debts.
Not every Squib is Rozier and Filch, and many more are indistinguishable from those refugees who lived in the slums in previous lives.
Once he signs this application, it means that his original intention will be changed, and everything will be in line with his interests.
When Kong Nuo turned the application form to the end and saw the magic circle at the signature position, he already had a conclusion in his heart.
Baker said with a smile on his face: "Mr. Kong, how is it? You just need to hand over the production process of the transformation clothes and potion to us, and the Ministry of Magic will run it in person."
"I know you still have a noble career to complete at Hogwarts, so such an application should be the best solution, right? It won't waste your time, and it can maximize your benefits."
Kong Nuo now understands why he did not feel the spirit of research from Baker, because Baker is not so much interested in patents as in the benefits that can be brought by patents.
Perhaps the greater role of those patent applications is not to facilitate life, but to make profits for the Magic Item Patent Office and the Ministry of Magic.
This can also explain why Baker looks like a ball-the magic item patent office is indeed full of oil and water.
They saw the potential market for squibs, and because squibs are a special demographic that will continue to emerge, they can continue to bring them benefits.
Connor didn't answer Baker's question, but turned to look at Dumbledore, "Headmaster, have you seen the patent application?"
"Of course." Dumbledore nodded, "I once applied for a patent on the use of dragon's blood, but the thickness of the application...is not as exaggerated as the application in your hand."
Connor handed the patent application in front of Dumbledore, "Maybe you can also gain insight, this is the first time I have seen such an application."
When Dumbledore saw the content of the application, his expression changed from calm at the beginning to serious. When he raised his head to look at Fudge, Fudge subconsciously lowered his head to avoid meeting Dumbledore's gaze.
"Connelly, isn't it harsh to add these things to the patent application?" Dumbledore spoke in a slow pace, and when he uttered these words, both Fudge and Director Baker wiped the sweat from their foreheads in unison .
"I can understand that the Ministry of Magic needs to open source, but is it too much to try to earn Galleons from a bunch of poor people? Maybe we should find a way elsewhere?"
He finally added, "This is just my personal feeling. After all, I can imagine the benefits that this patent can obtain. So the specific situation has to be decided by Kong Nuo. I will definitely not have any objection to his decision."
With Dumbledore's words, Fudge's complexion improved a lot, and a group of people from the Ministry of Magic once again focused their attention on Connor.
Kong Nuo raised his eyebrows, glanced at Dumbledore out of the corner of his eye, and found that he was also looking at him at this time, and there was not much emotion on his calm face.
Baker showed a flattering smile, "Mr. Kong, if you think the proportion of the share is not appropriate, you can actually discuss it again, everything is easy to talk about."
"I can hear your sincerity." Kong Nuo yawned and said, "But...I refuse! Now I'm not interested in gold coins, after all, some things can't be measured only with gold coins."
"You can accept what... what? You refuse!" Beck showed an extremely surprised expression, so surprised that his multi-layered jaws were constantly trembling.
Connor looked at Dumbledore and asked, "Principal, if I understand correctly, only the first page is the main body, and the rest of the toilet paper is unilaterally proposed by the Ministry of Magic, right?"
"Ahem..." Dumbledore could clearly see a smile on his face, "That's right, the latter is actually an exclusive authorization letter, and you will exclusively authorize this patented technology to the Ministry of Magic for 70 years."
"During these 70 years, the Ministry of Magic has the right to decide who can get the technology in the patent. And if it's just an ordinary patent application, then anyone can get the patented technology through you."
Baker took out a handkerchief, wiped the sweat off his forehead, and said at an alarming speed, "Mr. Kong! You should think carefully."
"After all, you are still young, so many things should be considered in the long term. By promoting this patent, we can also spread your reputation further..."
Dumbledore stood up, coughed lightly and said, "I have a small suggestion about reputation...I can apply to the Order of Merlin and award Connor a first-class medal of the Order of Merlin."
"Isn't this in compliance with the regulations?" Umbridge said, her voice was sharp, and she didn't continue to maintain the sweet voice before, "The number of squibs is not very large, even if it is awarded, it is only a Merlin order It's just a third-class medal."
Dumbledore's voice was calm and firm, "But Konno gave up his interests. He is nobler than most people. He deserves a first class medal of the Order of Merlin!"
