Meanwhile, in the Ji Family's laboratory far away in Australia, fifteen old experts were swiftly calculating from a string of data sent back by Ji Keci...

The dense data represented the trajectory of a weapon's fired bullet, wind resistance, rain resistance, and various other factors. Once they completed the calculations, they would obtain the most precise data. Although acquiring the data might not seem like much, due to the lack of a weapon blueprint, it would at least help them understand whether such a weapon had commercial value.

After over an hour of calculations, the fifteen experts determined the range, various resistances, recoil force, and so on.

"Wow! An effective range of six hundred meters, almost as good as a sniper rifle's effective range..." Then, the experts checked the resistance and the gun's initial velocity, among other things...

Once they reviewed everything, the experts became excited throughout their bodies. This was not an ordinary rifle; it surpassed their understanding. In their knowledge, only sniper rifles could achieve such precision at an effective range, whereas typical rifles had an effective range of only 300-400 meters, meaning targets could be hit within 300-400 meters.

Of course, if someone could account for wind speed and various factors, perhaps they could hit something two thousand meters away, but such people were quite rare.

Now they saw that the rifle's effective range reached 600 meters. If such a genius were to fire it, wouldn't they be able to hit something even 2,500 meters away?

A few old experts immediately contacted Ji Keci's grandfather, Ji Zhong. Even though the current head of the Ji Family was Ji Keci's father, Ji Mo, these old experts followed Ji Zhong since his time and were more suited to contact Ji Zhong.

"Haha, Old Ji, you're so leisurely! We are working hard on research for your Ji Family, while you are enjoying the wind and rain." One of the old expert laughed as he saw Ji Zhong feeding birds in the courtyard.

"Ah, Old Fang, how do you have time to come to me today?" Ji Zhong turned his head upon hearing that, but upon seeing his old friend, Ji Zhong laughed heartily.

"Yes, Old Ji, today I've brought you some good news. Miss sent us a string of data this morning, and after we completed the calculations, do you know what we discovered?" The old expert named Old Fang teased Ji Zhong with a grin.

"Discovered what?" Upon hearing it was data, Ji Zhong became spirited. Generally, gunmakers have detailed data; otherwise, the produced guns can't achieve the expected range and precision.

Moreover, in recent years, the Ji Family has been suppressed by other arms dealers. If new weapons could be acquired, the Ji Family could push back. But this was just his wishful thinking! Good weapon blueprints are always sold to powerful arms manufacturers.

"Haha, an effective range of six hundred meters, precision of eighty-eight percent. Don't look doubtfully at me; this isn't a sniper rifle; this is an automatic rifle..." Old Fang spoke proudly, yet was also very curious about how this weapon would be once researched.

"What? An automatic rifle can achieve eighty-eight percent precision? An effective range of six hundred meters?" Ji Zhong asked with wide eyes.

A precision of seventy percent would be considered high-quality; if used by a genius, it could yield one hundred percent precision. But eighty-eight percent precision—doesn't that mean hitting the bullseye every time if a genius were to use it?

"Is this true?" Ji Zhong asked them incredulously.

"It's true. It might even rival the United States Barrett Company's M82. Although it isn't as powerful as the Barrett Company's M82A1, this is an automatic rifle! It can perform a wide sweep." The expert named Old Fang was speaking as if it was a weapon he had developed himself, with pride.

"Is this data provided by that girl Ci? Does that mean she knows who has the weapon's blueprints?" Ji Zhong's eyes shone brightly, thinking that the Ji Family might rise again.

Thinking of this, Ji Zhong immediately moved into the hall and called his eldest son, Ji Mo, to gather some family elders.

When everyone arrived, the expert named Old Fang reported the data calculation results again.

They were people from military backgrounds; how could they not understand the significance of this data? Their eyes widening, waiting for Ji Zhong to speak.

Although Ji Mo was the Patriarch, he usually chose to observe when his father was present. He was also very curious about the origin of this data and if someone wanted to sell the Ji Family a blueprint.

"As Old Fang just clarified, right? That's correct! Old Fang has shown me the detailed data. From this, we can see that Old Fang and his team definitely have detailed data. Although this is merely a string of data, the owner of this data certainly possesses advanced weapon blueprints. Our Ji Family has been suppressed by other arms dealers for many years, nearly being pushed out of this city. Now we see hope. What do you think we should do?" Ji Zhong restrained his excitement and asked.

Ji Zhong's second son, Ji Hao, had a sinister gleam in his eyes and spoke in a sinister voice: "I think the person who owns the weapon blueprints absolutely cannot develop such an advanced weapon. He sent this string of data to our Ji Family for money. Just give him thousands to brush him off."

Ji Zhong's third son, Ji Miao, nodded in agreement and said, "Second brother is right. If that person had the capability to research such a weapon, why would they give the Ji Family the calculations? I think we can buy it with money, although thousands might be too little." Ji Miao understood the value of the weapon blueprints, and if sold to a large arms manufacturer, they could perhaps earn billions.

After all, large arms manufacturers share profits with those who develop weapon blueprints based on a shareholding system. Once sales go well, earning hundreds of millions would be easy. They plan to make a one-time purchase, which would cost at least in the hundreds of thousands...

Ji Zhong shook his head at his two sons' words, thinking they only saw the objective benefits, forgetting the long-term path of business cooperation...

Ji Mo also slightly shook his head, thinking that his second and third brothers were good in everything but they were unwilling to invest, only knowing how to gain the greatest advantage.

He naturally wouldn't do such a thing, so he spoke up: "Dad! I think we should collaborate with the person providing the weapon blueprints in the same way large arms manufacturers do, become joint shareholders, and split the earnings with him. The sales channels and taxes are on us; he gets fifty percent of the profits..."

"Brother, have you ever seen anyone so wasteful as you? Giving him fifty percent of the profits, what is the Ji Family going to earn? Live off the northwest wind?" Ji Hao stood up disdainfully and said loudly.

"I also think that's unwise..." Ji Miao shook his head.

Ji Zhong glared at them and turned to look at his eldest son, Ji Mo, for him to continue.

"I believe granting him fifty percent of the profits is entirely justified. In such a crucial moment for the Ji Family, even if we incur losses in taxes and sales channel expenses, it's worth it. Firstly, the Ji Family has a long history. Although in recent years some partners have distanced themselves from us, many connections still exist. Unfortunately, the Ji Family has failed to develop new weapons, so they've slowly drifted away. But if the Ji Family can develop new weapons with impressive power, will they choose to collaborate with us again? Once they collaborate with us again, other arms dealers wouldn't dare to make a move. This signifies status; we could stabilize our footing in Australia again. Otherwise, the Ji Family would have to leave everything behind and return to the mainland to start anew. For years, the Ji Family has centered its business on arms. If we return to Huaxia, what familiar terrain do we have? None! And there's no advantage. For the Ji Family to continue holding a foothold in Australia, I believe we must collaborate with him."

Ji Mo's words were firm and irrefutable. Several of the older members nodded in agreement, thinking Ji Mo was right!

Ji Zhong, hearing Ji Mo's words, felt very appreciative, then glanced at his second and third sons, and once again shook his head helplessly.

"Mo, your analysis is correct. The Ji Family indeed needs to develop new weapons. Once new weapons are launched, I believe the Ji Family will definitely secure its position in Australia for the next ten years. Let the person who provides the blueprints earn the initial profits. We cover the labor cost; stabilizing our position is more important than anything else. Plus, despite the decline in business over the years, the capital accumulated in the past is enough to support the Ji Family for a long time." Although Ji Zhong's words carried a hint of melancholy, it also voiced everyone's feelings; indeed, the Ji Family had been having a tough time in recent years.

Ji Zhong then directed his firm gaze at Ji Mo and said: "Mo! Since Ci has this data, she must know the person who provides the blueprints. Have her ensure collaboration with this provider."

"Yes, but Dad, if he has special conditions, how should we respond?" Ji Mo was concerned that Ye Hao might come up with various excuses or ask for money along with providing the blueprints...

"Agree to all his conditions, but make sure you get the first-hand blueprints. Do not let it fall into the hands of other arms dealers," Ji Zhong said in a stern voice.

"Okay!"

Afterward, the Ji Family members left, awaiting the forthcoming development of a new product.

When Ji Mo returned to his office, he promptly contacted his daughter Ji Keci in the mainland.

"Hi Dad, how do you have time to call me?" Ji Keci answered the phone, asking curiously.

"Ci, Dad has been preoccupied in the past, sorry. But this time, there's an important matter to discuss with you." Ji Mo spoke apologetically to his daughter on the other end of the line, but also did not forget to clearly explain the important matter to Ji Keci.

"What is it?" Ji Keci asked.

"The person who provided you with the data this morning, make every effort to collaborate with him..." (To be continued. If you like this work, please visit Qidian (qidian.com) to cast your vote for recommendations and monthly votes. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please read on m.qidian.com.)

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