#584 - A new era of great development

Lu Yuan's new feat of creating a "legendary masterpiece" on the spot spread like a tide!

In just a few hours, the news spread to every corner of the trading market, including the surrounding Ulan City and Green City, and various news reports came in like snowflakes.

The significance of the fourth gambling fight is greater than the first three combined!

It is simply the thing that all races talk about most after dinner.

The 18 human civilizations instantly turned into a sea of ​​joy. After all, as the nominal father of the next generation, Lu Yuan had made outstanding achievements. The children were all proud of him and were very excited.

"The commander-in-chief has made outstanding contributions, and we cannot fall behind!"

"There is still a lot of work to do in the future."

Unconsciously, the idea that "we are a pretty good civilization" has gradually permeated into social culture.

This is a spiritual power.

Since we are a "pretty good civilization", we must hold ourselves to higher standards.

If a civilization wants to develop, it is closely related to the actions of every citizen. It cannot be promoted by Lu Yuan alone and a group of craftsmen.

As citizens of a great country, there is a sense of self-confidence in every gesture and movement, and this mentality will also make them more self-disciplined.

If "citizens of a big country" are not as good as "citizens of a small country with few people", it is definitely not the fault of civilization, but your own failure to work hard!

This is a positive cycle that conforms to the times.

Of course, overconfidence is arrogance!

"Arrogance" is an original sin that will seriously hinder the development of civilization. This is something we should guard against.

Fortunately, we don’t have to worry too much at the moment. After experiencing so many disasters, human beings cannot be arrogant even if they want to!

…

However, with the emergence of the "sanctuary", the Green City government was once again busy.

After patient discussion, the government office felt that they should not be too stingy and should place the work in the square in the middle of the trading market.

In the human trading market, there are also some places for cultivating plants and animals. As long as these places are slightly relocated and covered by the field, there will not be too much loss from the economic perspective.

From now on, every race that comes here will be able to witness this extraordinary creation.

This is real reputation!

In addition, the buildings near the "shelter area" can be rented out and rent can be collected.

Lu Yuan, who had just woken up, still looked unsatisfactory. The aftereffects of a mouthful of essence and blood seemed to be greater than he had imagined.

"Our third-level civilization technology, 'Harvest Blessing', is much more powerful than the field effect, so the Green Mountain's high-level extraordinary plants and poppy trees should mainly use 'Harvest Blessing'."

"As for the Sanctuary, don't worry too much. We will definitely find a way to reduce the difficulty of the Sanctuary in the future and popularize this thing."

The old cat said: "Why don't you spit out some more blood and create more fields."

"For example, we still lack a lot of things, such as a place that can improve concentration and a place that can improve inspiration."

Lu Yuan's face turned pale: "You are trying to kill me!"

The meeting room was filled with cheerful laughter.

But then again, these are indeed future research directions.

The field that improves concentration has a prototype, which is the soul gem in the flying saucer that holds the [Distortion·Ghost]. Lu Yuan relied on this thing to finish the complex "Gear Treasure Book" and laid a solid foundation for forging.

The field that enhances inspiration also has a prototype - the legendary mushroom. Both of these fields are possible to research and can bring qualitative changes to humans.

Lu Yuan said seriously: "Okay, everyone, let's stop talking nonsense and talk about the future direction first."

"If the craftsmen develop new fields, they will be used to meet our internal needs first. If there are any surplus, they will be sold to the outside world. So don't worry, we can't open source everything, and we still have to keep some cards in reserve."

"The next most important thing is the trade in the market. This is a truly profitable project that can support us to become a Level 4 or even Level 5 civilization!"

"Please, friends, work out the best plan! If you have any ideas, please feel free to speak up."

"The spiritual plant field is now open source and sold at a low price. I don't mind. It can be considered as helping the poor in the northern border." The old cat said, "But for higher-end fields, we have to use 'luck' to trade. What do you think?"

Everyone agreed: "I think so too. Our production is not high, so we have to sell it at a higher price."

"Second! If we don't sell it at a higher price, we will have nothing to sell."

Lu Yuan also nodded.

As for the price, that's naturally negotiable.

Another person raised his hand and said, "We can carry out auction, leasing, pawning, banking and other financial businesses in the trading market to further promote the prosperity of the market."

Various financial models in the Earth era can actually be copied.

After all, this approach has been put into practice and is proven to work.

However, after discussing for a while, everyone rejected the banking and investment business. The North was still in a state of wild growth, and there were civilizations that made money from investments and ran away.

If there are too many similar disputes, it will inevitably affect its own aloof image - yes, image is still very important. A good start can effectively reduce the cost of governance. If there are constant conflicts and disputes at the beginning, or if violent means are used, other civilizations will be frightened when they see it.

“However, equity cooperation with various major families can be initiated.”

"Let's negotiate one by one and try to have a good start. Does anyone have any better suggestions?"

Minister Hai Zhiyun of the Information Engineering Department pressed the speech button: "I think we can try out the artificial intelligence management system in the trading market."

"Oh?" Everyone straightened up and listened carefully.

Lu Yuan was also slightly stunned.

Hai Zhiyun said: "This technology has already matured. The artificial intelligence of the Blue Peng civilization can achieve fully automatic management in many factories and farms. They will automatically count daily consumption and demand."

"AI can handle all kinds of jobs, such as judges, lawyers, and doctors."

"After an IQ test, this artificial intelligence has an intelligence of around 120, which is equivalent to the average person's level. It can already complete most tasks independently."

“I think this method can be extended to the trading market.”

The weak artificial intelligence of Lanpeng civilization can definitely pass the Turing test.

The characteristics of weak artificial intelligence are that they have no "I" and no subjective initiative, and are only good at doing things in a certain field.

Therefore, it is unlikely that there will be any bloody plots such as artificial intelligence rebellion.

Now Hai Zhiyun’s idea has gone a step further. He wants artificial intelligence to directly manage large trading markets with millions or even tens of millions of people.

Most of the docking is done by artificial intelligence.

Hai Zhiyun added: "Secondly, this can save us a lot of human resources. If we don't use artificial intelligence, we need to invest 100,000 to 200,000 permanent residents to maintain market order. We train so many diplomats, service personnel, and administrative personnel, and the human cost is too high."

"Third, we will leave here sooner or later. But we can't leave this market. If the civilization here gets used to the management method of artificial intelligence, as long as we support a white glove, the market can still operate stably for a long time."

"For example, the dwarven civilization, or other powerful civilizations, they would definitely be willing."

"You're thinking quite far ahead... We have to arrange everything for after we leave, which will take hundreds of years." Lu Yuan couldn't help laughing.

"Since we have opened this market, we have to take some responsibility." Hai Zhiyun said in her usual serious tone, "We came here to bring a little hope, and we can't leave a mess when we leave."

Lu Yuan and Lao Mao looked at each other.

If the Greedy Demon's [Temple] is really obtained by humans, even if he leaves in the future, a part of the population can actually be left behind.

Therefore, this white glove is not necessary at all.

Deep down, he agrees with this artificial intelligence management solution.

What's more, Lu Yuan once thought about promoting the reform system of artificial intelligence within the human race... For example, courts, lawyers, etc. Only artificial intelligence can achieve relative fairness and justice.

This is actually the trend of historical development.

Human civilization is indeed thriving, but some dark sides of human nature are difficult to change. Even if the quality of education is very good, there will always be a small number of bad apples.

Seeking institutional construction and strengthening supervision over power are eternal themes in the development of civilization.

Just like Lu Yuan, he also knew that if he interfered too much, it would actually damage the development potential of mankind itself - it was not a good thing to rely on him for everything.

In recent years, he has interfered less and less in internal affairs. He basically doesn't care about things like personnel appointments, market construction, and diplomacy. He doesn't ask how much the various goods sell for.

Only when it comes to the biggest things will he be interested in taking charge and grasping the general direction.

"Then let's put our newly developed Green Elf No. 1 on the trading market."

…

Just like this, there are so many development meetings that it makes people dizzy. There are also craftsman meetings and the establishment of craftsman universities, which all require Lu Yuan to preside over.

"Then I declare that the Northern Craftsman University is officially established!"

"Wow!" There were waves of enthusiastic applause.

"The first principal will be Comrade Li Datie from Human Civilization. At the same time, we will establish an education committee consisting of six master craftsmen."

"The first batch of students, a total of 531 students, come from 165 ethnic groups. I hope everyone can gain something here."

It is impossible for Lu Yuan to be the principal. His time is precious, and spending it on low-level craftsmen would be a huge waste.

What's more, Lu Yuan could at most become a senior member of the "Field Research Institute", and he couldn't even become a professor or instructor.

He would not make any promises because "field industrialization" is a huge subject, and it is already very good that he has opened up this path.

If we take on too many responsibilities, it will be too tiring. Only when all craftsmen work together can we create a better future.

…

"Mr. Lu is really too busy. It is really difficult to meet you." On this day, Lu Yuan, feeling dizzy, walked out of the conference room and found a group of dwarf diplomats waiting patiently.

"Hello, what's up?"

"That's... that, our clan elder has been waiting for you for many days."

"Oh, I remember!" Lu Yuan's eyes lit up, and he openly rejected the upcoming crappy meeting in front of his secretarial team, and left with the dwarves.

10 human soldiers armed with live ammunition escorted Lu Yuan. Well, it was just a formality, but it had to be done.

[Giant God Soldier·Immortal King]!

The dwarves talked about this for a long time, but he almost forgot about it.

The dwarves were wealthy and had rented the best location in the trading market as their office.

Part of the area is also covered by a "sanctuary" where some extraordinary animals are kept.

But at this moment, the place they were heading to was the floating fortress docked in Ulan City. It would take about half an hour by rail train.

Lu Yuan was a man of great skill and courage, and he walked into the fortress with arrogance - he was not afraid of death anyway, and if he died he would be resurrected as the Greedy Demon God immediately.

The fortress is made of granite. A faint aroma of beer wafts through the corridors, and the occasional clanging sound of forging can be heard.

On the obsidian pillar in front, successive craftsmen have left layers of carvings with diamond chisels.

The latest chisel mark is in the shape of a gear, recording their exploration of the Gear Codex.

After reaching the end, Lu Yuan entered a large bright room and saw several familiar leaders.

"Mr. Lu, how are you feeling recently? You look a little haggard. Would you like to go to our bathroom and take a hot spring bath?" The Speaker of the Parliament, Feng Baojiu, made a direct invitation.

"The spring water is from a hot spring left over from ancient times. Its overall evaluation can reach the excellent level! It can be said to be one of the foundations of our civilization."

"Ahem, I just had too many meetings and I feel a little dizzy. Thank you for your kindness."

"Mr. Lu, what do you think of us, the dwarves?" The other party lowered his voice.

"Of course it is... it has great potential." Lu Yuan hesitated for a moment, "It is indeed good. We have traveled all over the country for so many years. Your civilization is the best besides those alien civilizations. Of course, we humans have not seen much."

"Then we feel much more relieved... I hope the human delegation can visit our hometown someday."

Of course, his subtext is that he hopes humans and dwarves can establish a stable trade relationship.

The dwarves have been operating for so many years and have considerable influence. Moreover, the bases of both sides are tens of thousands of kilometers apart, so there is potential for complementarity.

"Haha, I'll definitely go check it out when I have time." Lu Yuan recognized the lines and didn't refuse.

"Okay, stop talking nonsense. You guys go out first." Rock Fist Deep Furnace waved his hand.

Lu Yuan also signaled the soldiers behind him to leave.

Only Lu Yuan, forty or so strangers, and the huge and mighty [Immortal King] were left in this large room.