I Was a Loner, but My Class Got Summoned to Another World…-Chapter 204: Test Run Pt.2
"Well then, let's begin. We just have to press the red button and this baby should start… let's try going at 35 kilometers per hour during our first run, just to test if the tracks work correctly," Bobby said while standing behind the pilot's seat. He did not want to move Silvia, who could teleport him a kilometer into the air and make him drop with a snap of her finger.
"Let's start then," Silvia did the honor and pushed the button, making the large locomotive's engine come alive.
The large motor began spewing fire, and the wind fed it while it produced electricity to feed the electric crystal. The pistons moved, the crystals condensed their energy, and soon the large train moved forward. It started slow but slowly achieved the speed it was set to. The windows were opened as everyone looked outside to witness how fast it was going.
"Everything looks great. You can't even feel the small bumps on the road, meaning we could try going a little faster after the first lap," Bobby said excitedly.
Ruben stood up to see the road ahead. Since the motor was placed under the train's chassis, they could freely see in front of them.
The tracks led around the town, making a few stops in important parts such as the entrance of the city, the main guild buildings, Logan's mansion, and finally two added stops: one at the Goblin village and the other a bit further at the Wark village.
As soon as they passed through the shopping district, they heard cheers and applause. It wasn't until they reached the mansion once again that they sped up to 100 kilometers per hour, which was its medium speed. Going any faster would be too quick to enjoy the trip; one would reach a section before they even sat if they placed it at 200 kilometers, which the motor could probably handle.
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"Well then, it was a successful run. Now if only we could make it reach the nearby towns to spread the prosperity to this new kingdom. I can even see us making this place a trading hub for the other nations," Ruben said excitedly. He wasn't really informed well about the subject, but if he could get his hands on more precious metals like orichalcum to create better equipment, then he would do his best to make Logan's land more prosperous.
"True, true. Then I might just be given the funds to create a new mega city. Do you know how much I have been wanting something like Tokyo or Shanghai, with large skyscrapers and an urban city like back home with a cyberpunk twist? Heck, even Marie is making androids… I can already see it now, where robots do all the work," Bobby smiled while staring off into the distance.
"Boys, before that we need to win a war. How about we just focus on getting the money for supplies? Ruben, you should start working on those weapons Logan asked for his creatures. They will need armor of sorts also. I suggest you finish with Scorch's armor so that Logan can test it out once he returns," Silvia said while pushing a certain button to open the door.
As soon as they exited the train, Silvia was hugged by Alma, who had already congratulated Marie.
"Hey, I just came to praise you for the work you've done. Everyone in town is in high spirits seeing this new invention. I just wished Logan and Lisa were still here to see this… Also, I know you could not wait as we have so much to do still, but you should have called me so I could have also boarded the train," Alma said, a little dejected. She was already sad having been left behind but wanted to give Logan and Lisa time, so she did not go with them.
"Sorry, it's just that we needed to test it before we add in the cargo carts. You can ride it within a few days as those will also need to be tested," Silvia said as both Bobby and Ruben nodded. They were a little tongue-tied since Alma was probably one of the most popular and beautiful girls they knew. Sadly, they also knew what she felt for Logan, so they made no attempts at her, not that either had a chance, or so they earnestly believed.
"So, what is next on your agenda for today? I was hoping you two would help me with something…"
"You see, I have been tipped off that some in the class will be arriving soon. We need to make a plan in case Brian and his two followers come… I am sure you know why, Silvia, especially when you changed a bit more… As for you, Marie, being one of Logan's tamed and having gotten through your class change evolution, well, you will no doubt attract them also…" Alma warned them as she pulled both to the side to keep Ruben and Bobby from overhearing.
"Ugh, that is one of the reasons I came here. I hate that they keep calling me shortcake and pretend to not know I heard them," Silvia said, a little annoyed.
"I think that is basically their stupidity at play, and you just overheard their loud megaphone-like conversations. Now think, we need a way to keep them away from the castle," Alma said, trying to get back to the main point.
"I can think of three things that might help us… First off, Ms. Claire is here. Second, I can make some illusion crystals to change our appearance to something less favorable. And third, we need a diversion. You know, I actually wanted to test out my golems. They may look like people but are in reality just disguised stone golems created from Logan's golems. I just hope they can somehow remain small and not grow like the large golems that protect us," Marie said while smiling wickedly the two others around her did the same as they began working out a detailed plan.
