Solmens (Month 5) 1, 1615 Central Calendar, 14:00
Ministry of Ancient Sorcerous Empire Countermeasures
With somewhat lightened shoulders, Director Arsene Lippin scrutinized the progress reports that poured into his office one after another from the MOASEC headquarters' primary research facilities. As the Year 1615 Central Calendar marched into its second quarter, a plethora of developments unfolded centering on the Ministry's woodland-bound headquarters in the corner of Runepolis. Chief among these was the long-awaited news from the Alpha Edge Project, causing both his nerves and anticipation to intertwine. Finally, an estimate was given indicating that the completion of the first airframe was probable by the third quarter of 1615, or possibly even as early as Ventusmens (Month 9), barring unforeseen complications.
Moreover, the good tidings from the Light Weapons Development Group under Harley Hendrickson's leadership came as a source of great satisfaction for Lippin. Formed with official authorization in late Aquamens (Month 2), the group proceeded with their job by adhering to the GP designs provided to them. As a result of their efforts, they successfully surpassed the prototyping phase and transitioned into the production of initial models. Perusing the accompanying documents, it became evident that these creations bore such remarkable performances that they merited serious consideration by the Imperial Army. The prospect of such interest held the promise of quelling incessant nagging on the Ancient Ministry, at least for the foreseeable future.
"'Longsword.' What a curious choice of naming," Lippin couldn't suppress a mirthful chortle as he read one of the many documents submitted by Hendrickson. In an earnest attempt to heed his wife's advice of seeking the bright side of things, Lippin found a lighthearted amusement in this peculiar nomenclature.
Based on the Design GP-13, this automatic rifle boasts an ability to propel bullets—chambered in the newly-developed ammunition based on GP-13-1 which is also used by the GP-14-based machine gun design—over a maximum distance of one kilometer in quick succession, a rate of fire of 500 rounds per minute that makes it so enticing. The decision to name this gun and the other new designs after swords might well conceal a jest or inside joke among the group. Nevertheless, Lippin took solace in the tangible results of their labor, which, by all accounts, are indeed praiseworthy and gratifying.
Following a gentle rap on his office door, Lippin adjusted his posture and looked on to see his trusty subordinate Birkburn and his de facto aide Hirkane Valpe entering with a stack of documents in the latter's hands. Seeing his boss chuckle in self-deprecation upon laying his eyes on more paperwork, the young man could only offer a sheepish nod as he placed the papers next to Lippin's desk before stepping aside.
"Thank you, Hirkane. Now can you deliver these to Professor Hendrickson, Lady Steinbelt, Professor Rossi, and Mister Astler in their offices?"
Reaching for four large brown envelopes, Lippin gestured for Hirkane to pick them up.
"At once, sir!"
While Hirkane bowed and took his leave, Birkburn greeted the young Director with a smile. "How are you, Director? You look chipper today."
"So are you," Lippin shook his head with a light smile and retorted good-naturedly at the auburn-haired man. "Looking at your expression, I hope the meeting with Minister Schmill Pao and others ended up with a favorable result."
"Ah, hahaha... is it that obvious? Well, indeed, I have some news that will delight you. The details are included in this folder."
"Alright, let me have a look at it."
Birkburn promptly extended a folder containing the meeting minutes to his boss who wasted no time delving into its contents. To summarize, it disclosed the details of a meeting held at the Azure Lane this morning between the Ministry of Military Affairs, the Holy Milishial Imperial Army, and the MOASEC's representatives led by Birkburn himself, primarily discussing the modernization of the Army's general infantry weapon. Without any other prototypes to compete against the GP-13-derived design, the Imperial Army's decision to adopt the Longsword automatic rifle to succeed their M1591 is a foregone conclusion. With compelling arguments courtesy of Birkburn and several demonstrations, they even looked at the entire package offered with a positive attitude.
YOU ARE READING
Just A Reincarnation Story (Summoning Japan Edition)
Fanfiction"Unacceptable. If there's one thing that a conveniently appearing overpowered entity in this world has shown us, is that we are seen as weak and hopeless. I find that previous life's terms unacceptable. I want a better world. With these hands, I dar...
