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Because of the Stone Record incident, Zhou Wu had completely angered Jin Xi'er. However, since the ending of the Stone Record was like this, Zhou Wu couldn't change it, and he didn't want to waste his energy on such a trivial matter.

He was listening to Estan's work report at that moment.

"Lord Zhou, the research on the steam engine has completed the theoretical stage of demonstration. Now we need to manufacture a sample in order to collect experimental data."

"Really? That's great. I didn't expect that the theoretical research on the steam engine could be completed so quickly."

"Speaking of which, I have to thank you for your guidance. I never expected that you, Lord Zhou, would have such unique ideas in this area."

The steam engine was a topic that Zhou Wu proposed to Estein.

Zhou Wu simply described the working process of the steam engine, and Estein became deeply fascinated, immediately putting aside his other research and devoting himself to the field of steam engine research.

They did encounter many difficulties during the process, but Zhou Wu always managed to point them out in the end, which greatly surprised Estan.

Originally, Estein thought Zhou Wu was just a nobleman, but he didn't expect him to be involved in scientific research. No wonder he was so supportive of scientific research. Thinking of this, Estein was even more confident about the future of science.

"Is the lab facing any difficulties right now, or does it need any support?"

"Many experiments in the laboratory have now entered the later stages of the experimental process, so we need the support of some craftsmen."

“Okay, just go find Deng Yuanliang whoever you need. I’ll tell him later that I will fully support the needs of the experiment.”

"Thank you, sir."

Estein greatly appreciated this lord who was always responsive to his needs, and the generous support he received.

Back in my hometown, we had to do experiments secretly, afraid of being discovered, and we often couldn't even gather the basic experimental materials. Thinking about those days now makes me feel miserable. Fortunately, I have now found my own Eden.

. . . . . . .

Hearing that Estan had asked Deng Yuanliang for the best blacksmith in the South China Sea to build the first steam engine, Zhou Wu took the news very seriously.

He went to the laboratory every few days and witnessed the steam engine being developed from scratch.

Finally, a month later, the world's first steam engine was born.

The first impression this thing gives is that it's ugly, extremely ugly, but in Zhou Wu's eyes, it is indeed something that transcends time.

Due to technological limitations, this steam engine was enormous, almost filling the entire room.

"We can start ignition now."

Two workers began adding coal to the furnace to ensure combustion. As the temperature rose, the steam engine started running. Although it was not very efficient, it was already a groundbreaking advancement.

"It worked! It worked! Haha!"

Estan suddenly burst into laughter, then started crying.

"Congratulations, you are definitely the greatest scientist of this era."

"Thank you, thank you. Without your support, the steam engine could not have been successfully developed so quickly."

Estan kept thanking Zhou Wu. Indeed, without Zhou Wu, Estan might never have been able to build a steam engine in his lifetime.

"Now that we have the steam engine, let's focus on further research and development."

"Yes, sir, rest assured, I will definitely develop all the functions of the steam engine."

The success of the steam engine was like a shot in the arm, giving everyone in the laboratory more motivation.

. . . . . .

"Sir, in which direction should the development of steam engines proceed next?"

Several days have passed since the steam engine was successfully launched, during which Zhou Wu allowed Estan and his team to take a good vacation.

Estein couldn't stay still at all. Only three days had passed, and he had already come to the city lord's mansion to find Zhou Wu.

"Didn't I tell you to rest for a few more days? You need to balance work and rest."

A while ago, Estein and his team worked day and night on the steam engine, and everyone was exhausted, so Zhou Wu forced them to rest.

"My lord, I've rested for three days already. If I rest any longer, I'll rust."

Zhou Wu could completely understand Estan's excitement. Just like when he was working on a project, the success of the first step made him even more motivated.

"Alright, if you really can't stand being idle, then let's get back to work. I've compiled a simple summary of the steam engine, mainly based on the needs of our South China Sea region. Take a look."

"Ok."

Zhou Wu handed a copy of the plan to Estein, who eagerly opened it and began to read.

While it was called a planning exercise, Zhou Wu essentially determined two directions for the next stage of steam engine research and development based on the needs of the South China Sea.

The first is the steam engine. The South China Sea is made up of islands, and the importance of ships to the South China Sea is self-evident. Therefore, Zhou Wu wanted to build steam ships, which would greatly improve the power and range of ships.

The second is assembly line production. Zhou Wu plans to use steam power in industrial production. There is already a shortage of labor in the South China Sea. If steam power is added, the problem of labor shortage in the South China Sea can be alleviated or even completely solved.

When Estan returned to the lab and announced the upcoming research project, everyone was amazed by his imaginative ideas.

No one expected that the steam engine would have these functions. Although these things were still just theoretical, everyone present was a researcher, and they believed that it was absolutely achievable.

"So I hereby announce that our group members will be divided into two groups, one group will be responsible for the research on steamships, and the other group will be responsible for the research on the steam industry."

After Estein reassigned his personnel, everyone began to actively engage in new research and development work.

. . . . . .

Nanhai Vocational School.

School has been in session for some time now, and Zhou Wu is very invested in this school, as it is the place that will provide talent to the South China Sea in the future.

Zhou Wu holds the position of principal and sometimes teaches at the school. However, Zhou Wu's classes are more interesting. He doesn't teach specific skills, but rather conducts some fun little experiments, mainly to improve everyone's acceptance of new things.

Moreover, as the dignified lord of the South China Sea and a high-ranking official of the Great Dragon Empire, Zhou Wu was approachable and got along well with ordinary people both at school and outside, which made the students extremely fond of him.

Most of the students at the school come from other places, and they know best how much tuition they pay.

But the three meals a day provided by the school cafeteria alone made them feel that their tuition was well worth it.

The canteen standards, personally formulated by Zhou Wu, are displayed on the canteen wall, where everyone can see them.

Breakfast consists of one egg, one bottle of milk (if cow's milk is insufficient, any kind of milk will do now), and one ounce of meat.

Lunch consisted of one meat dish, two vegetable dishes, and a soup.

Dinner also consists of one meat dish, two vegetable dishes, and a soup. During holidays, there are also extra dumplings and snacks.