Chapter 32: Chapter 32 ‘Thesis’ and ‘Patent’_l
Translator: 549690339
Sophie Lucia stomped off angrily.
Link watched her retreating figure, his eyes lost in thought as he weighed some matters in his mind.
Did he mess up?
No, he didn’t.
Sophie Lucia’s reaction made it clear to Link that his germination method held some value.
She had wanted to buy his method for a mere five standard grade magic stones,
an offer that was too low.
If she had started the bidding with ten magic stones, Link might have been tempted to sell.
After all, he was in desperate need of magic stones.
The Magic Blueprint Scroll, Rune Objects, Magic Tools, and even the Krypton
Card Drawing System – all required magic stones.
Link hadn’t directly bargained because her attitude had been too superior.
The deep-seated contempt had been evident, unhidden.
“Hey! Come and eat!”
Link felt as if he had heard these words.
Trading was trading; charity had no place in it.
Therefore, Link did not regret Sophie Lucia’s departure and their bargain not being struck.
Right now, all that occupied his mind was how he could best capitalize on the value of his germination method.
There was no doubt a part of the process that Sophie Lucia knew about but he didn’t.
“It seems I’ll have to spend more time on the ‘forum’ in the coming days, he reflected.
Just like his previous life, the information on the ‘forum’ was a mix of everything under the sun, a blend of false, valueless junk and some high-value news.
Clearing his thoughts, Link collected himself and walked into the greenhouse.
The plan to cultivate Silver Star flowers was simple. The only key parts were the secondary Misty Rain Technique and the Special Nutrition Liquid.
The challenge lied in preparing and preserving the Special Nutrition Liquid. It was a complex process, and it had a short shelf-life. The other challenge was using the secondary Misty Rain Technique to first convert the Special Nutrition Liquid into a mist, and then make it rain on the Silver Star flowers.
Since the Intelligent Management Center of the Third Botanical Garden provided the Special Nutrition Liquid, the first problem was resolved. Turning a liquid into mist and then making it rain was the highest level of application for the secondary Misty Rain Technique.
Fortunately, Link had been practicing this technique during his spare time. He had mastered it, even though he was still somewhat unskilled.
Link placed the three barrels of Special Nutrition Liquid that had been delivered to the greenhouse in the middle. He opened each barrel one by one, then simultaneously immersed his mind into the Sea of Consciousness to quickly sketch the Magic Blueprint for the secondary Misty Rain Technique. He also projected his spiritual power to create a grid distributed evenly over the soil.
very soon, the Special Nutrition Liquid in the barrels evaporated quickly into a mist. Guided by the grid made by his spiritual power, it dispersed evenly above the soil.
Once the entire Special Nutrition Liquid was vaporized, a fine drizzle fell from the sky.
The white buds of the Silver Star flowers eagerly absorbed the Special Nutrition
Liquid, growing visibly.
In the blink of an eye, the buds had turned into seedlings.
That was the end of the work for the day.
Link didn’t need to worry about the empty barrels.
After a brief period of Shallow Meditation to replenish the consumed spiritual and magic power, Link left the Third Botanical Garden.
In the library’s reading room, this was the first time Link sat here, not to study, but to inconspicuously play with his Paladin.
Jasmine was curious and took a few peeks, but when she saw that Link was scanning through the ‘forum’ purposefully, she decided not to concern herself with it.
If Link believed it was something she needed to know, he would tell her without her asking.
If it was something Link thought she didn’t need to know, no amount of persuasion would work.
This stubborn man!
Jasmine grunted a few times, making her presence known, and then continued reading.
She was eagerly looking forward to being promoted to a First Rank Wizard Apprentice, where she could study and master magic.
Link first entered the keywords “Silver Star flower”, “Silver Star Flower Seeds”, and “Wound Healing Potion” into the search bar, and started browsing the relevant information.
Despite the mountain of junk information, Link managed to find valuable news.
He was able to understand the connection between the quality of the Silver Star Flowers, the success ratio of germination, the length of germination and the production of some low-end Wound Healing Potions.
“So it turns out that the germination method I came up with has solid economic value!”
Link exclaimed, a satisfied smile crossing his face.
Hmm…he selectively forgot about the existence of “Pomona Sprout’s Botany Talent”.
Even though his method had financial value, how could he go about actualizing it?
There were many valuable things in this world. How did one get noticed? What could he use to negotiate with “capitalists” and “nobles”, and not to be taken advantage of?
These were all problematic issues that needed attention.
Link logged out of the ‘forum’ and sunk into deep thought.
A moment later, through a hidden link on the “official website”, he entered the Advanced Literature Library.
This time, Link wasn’t here to read literature, but to check the “web pages” of the Advanced Literature Library thoroughly.
just as he expected, in a comer that was even more concealed than the transfer link, Link found the “Paper Publication” entrance.
“What’s with following the exact steps in academia?”
Posed Link, questioning why he had this kind of habit.
Starting from having to figure things out on their own on the large flying ships to receiving the complimentary Paladin,
Every aspect of the academy required the new blood to continue exploring. By doing so, they were able to unveil layer upon layer of veils, discover one benefit after another, and find one service after another.
Putting an end to his reflection, Link entered the “Paper Publication” page and began by reading the prominently displayed “Newcomers Must Read” section. This “Must Read” section was not long and focused on two main points. First, it emphasized the prohibition and punishment of “paper” plagiarism; Second, it detailed the format of a “paper”, profoundly.
After finishing reading the “Must Read” section and noting down the “paperformat, Link didn’t rush to check the template papers that were intelligently recommended for him. Instead, he once again started searching on the webpage meticulously.
Unsurprisingly, Link found another deeply hidden entrance – “Patents”.
How could there be papers without patents?
These two together formed the complete system.
Link immediately entered the “Patents” page. Among several categories, he paid special attention to the “Intellectual Property Rights” section. After a long while, having collected the information he wanted, Link put away his Paladin.
He now had a clear idea of how to maximize the value of the Silver Star Flower’s germination.
First, gather data and improve the experimental plan;
At the same time, work diligently to ensure the punctual receipt of the salary paid every half month;
Next, promptly purchase experimental materials and start the experiments as soon’as the initial funds arrive. Record the data and write the paper;
Then, publish the paper and apply for a patent;
Finally, holding the paper and patent, search for interested buyers, and sell. Yes, sell.
Link never had the intention to hold onto the patent or start a business with it. Selling it to get magic stones, to aid his studies and magic practice, was the right way to go about it.
In a world where great power lies within oneself, strength is everything!