To become wealthy, one must first build roads

Five years later...

At this point, Su Lian, also known as Su Man Lian Der, is already seven years old.

In the past five years, he has shown unparalleled learning talent!

He was already a prodigy, especially in the field of physics, and he pursued a doctorate in mechanical engineering and automation. Of course, he didn't neglect the necessary computer programming, as excellent mechanical control requires programming.

In addition, his talent in the royal bloodline is exceptionally remarkable.

Whether it's memory, learning ability, or magical talent, he possesses absolute quality!

He may not be considered a prodigy, but his self-discipline and dedication far exceed that of a child, which drives him to tirelessly study everything related to magic. His goal is to quickly improve his magical abilities and knowledge, and then find time to learn everything related to "knights"!

His grandfather is a prince, so as long as he wants to learn about that aspect, he can easily obtain the knowledge!

Whether it's alchemy, potions, or machinery, he can learn it all!

Especially machinery, there are many similarities between the two worlds, so he learns quickly!

...

In the study, seven-year-old Su Lian is meditating within a magic array.

Accompanied by a strong magical aura, a powerful surge bursts out from within him!

Breakthrough!

Mage level - High Mage!

Su Lian slowly opens his eyes and lets out a sigh of relief.

"I finally broke through. It's a pity that Father and Grandfather are not here. Otherwise, they would definitely sense my breakthrough and come running."

"Ah, I can only surprise them during dinner."

"Hehe."

Su Lian initially looks melancholic, but in the end, he smirks cunningly, clearly already envisioning the shocked expressions of his father and grandfather.

A seven-year-old high-level mage is truly a genius!

However, in reality, it is the result of both talent and hard work. There is still a gap between him and those prodigies who effortlessly reach high-level mage at this age.

But it is enough.

The stages of Novice, Intermediate, and High Mage are already very impressive considering that most people can only condense magic at the age of six.

Su Lian could condense a bit of magic at three years old, meditate and accumulate internal magic power normally at four, and formally cast the lowest-level magic to enter the realm of Novice Mage at five.

...

"It's a pity that if it wasn't necessary to learn the common language, writing, basic history and geography of this world, and a little bit of political and etiquette knowledge that I must know, I could have broken through even earlier," Su Lian mumbles a little helplessly.

There's no way around it. As a member of the royal nobility, there are certain things he must learn.

But...

Now that I'm already a high-level mage, coupled with my status as a member of the royal nobility, even though I'm only seven years old, I'm allowed to do certain things.

Honestly, although the knight mechas in this world are extremely tempting, I can't resist them at all!

But!

It has been three hundred years since the birth of the first "Dalita" knight mecha.

A full three hundred years!

Various models of mechas have been developed. Can't your technology tree deviate a little? Even if not in terms of warfare, maybe in terms of civilian use!

Until now, the means of transportation are still horse carriages!

Horse carriages, damn it!

They can build giant robots and mechas, but they still use horse carriages for transportation!?

I understand that the production cost of magic element power cores is expensive, making widespread civilian use unrealistic. But for God's sake, can't even the nobility create some specialized tools for transportation?

Su Lian is extremely frustrated with this world, which is obsessed with the violence and aesthetics of mechas and has completely skewed its technology tree!

But honestly, there's nothing he can do about it because...

Magic element power cores are not accessible to ordinary households, and even wealthy families can only afford to buy retired versions of the "knights." In necessary situations, driving one of those things is much cooler than riding in a horse carriage!

And it's actually safer because in this world, there could be magical beasts everywhere!

Remember that night when Su Lian first crossed over, that Wumao Dragon even managed to sneak into the Prince's territory. It's impossible to guarantee complete safety everywhere else.

......

"Never mind, let's go to the Mage Association in the city first and get my advanced mage credentials before planning my affairs," Su Lian said as he stood up.

He opened the study and entered the living room.

"Uncle Lian, accompany me to the city," Su Lian called out.

Their estate was not located in the city but in the outskirts, not far from the urban area.

"Go to the city? Are you saying, young Su Lian, that..." a middle-aged man with a surprised expression walked over.

Originally, the family members usually called him Xiao Liandier, but since Su Lian was accustomed to using his name for over 20 years, he asked his parents to call him Su Lian, which was the first syllable of his surname, "Su Man," and his given name, "Lian De'er," citing that the pronunciation of Lian De'er was too long.

He was just a child, and it was just a name. Since his family members spoiled him, there was no problem with it.

"Hahaha, that's good. But for safety, let Lian accompany you on the Knight Mech ride," Uncle Lian laughed.

"Yes, yes," Su Lian nodded.

Riding in the Knight Mech was something he would never get tired of!

...

After about half an hour of travel, they arrived at the Mage Association with the prominent royal and noble insignia, and they smoothly entered without any surprises.

Amidst the astonished and envious gazes of the people around, Su Lian passed the tests for magical strength, magical reserves, and magical skills, and finally obtained his advanced mage credentials!

What?

You're talking about the written exam?

Su Lian had already completed the written exams for the next level of "Great Magic" last year. If he hadn't been caught up in learning noble etiquette and various courses, he could have continued taking exams!

...

Merchant Guild - Lanfeng.

"Uncle Emerson!"

With Lian's guidance, Su Lian quickly arrived at a merchant guild. This was a closely cooperating guild with his grandfather, Su Man Esha. He was already familiar with this place.

"Oh? Little Lian De'er, how come you have time to come and play in the city today?" A middle-aged man dressed in luxurious clothing with a high-feathered hat and a slightly protruding belly walked out with a smile.

"Of course, I came to ask Uncle Emerson for help! It's about what I told you last time. I've just applied for assistance at the Mage Association, and we should start working in a few days!" Su Lian said excitedly!

At the same time, he handed over a magic storage ring containing his saved pocket money from these years.

"Little Lian De'er, are you serious?" Emerson chuckled, slightly helpless.

"Of course! I've hired an earth mage to help with the foundation, and the workers just need to lay the tracks and sleepers. I want to see the railway from the mine to the ironworks completed within three months!" Su Lian nodded earnestly.

That's right, Su Lian wanted to build a railway for his own mine and ironworks!

"Well... I'm a merchant, as long as you pay, it will definitely be done. But does your grandfather really agree with your mischief?" Emerson smiled helplessly.

"No problem. The land belongs to my family, so we can use it as we please. The steel and sleepers are my birthday gifts, and the cost will be covered by my pocket money. Today, I also obtained my advanced mage credentials. As long as I don't blow up the mine or the ironworks, there won't be any issues!" Su Lian nodded confidently.

I, the prince's grandson, am wealthy and influential!

"Alright then." Emerson shrugged. "But when the land requisition permit reaches your grandfather's hands tomorrow, I hope your little butt won't be in trouble."

"Even if my butt is in trouble, I'll still build it!" Su Lian nodded seriously.

The firmness in his young eyes made Emerson surprised for a moment, but he quickly shook his head.

As the grandson of a prince, let him play around. After all, he was doing everything within the rules.

...

Emerson would never know that the things Su Lian had him build would bring about a tremendous transportation revolution!

To become rich, one must build roads!

Su Lian firmly remembered this truth. It was also an important cornerstone of his ambitious plans!