Zhong Xiaoying
Zhong Xiaoying is Zhong Xiaoying is a brilliant and resourceful young woman with exceptional technical aptitude, initially discovered by Dr. Zhong Lishi through her keen observation and hands-on involvement in scientific experiments. Beyond her domestic duties, she demonstrates remarkable proficiency in mechanics, mathematics, and engineering—quickly mastering advanced concepts like pendulum motion and clockmaking principles, even surpassing the capabilities of her surroundings. Though not formally trained, her intuitive understanding and practical skills allow her to assist in critical projects, such as designing components for a cutting-edge calibrator (a prototype instrument requiring advanced manufacturing) while identifying gaps that require outside expertise. Her intelligence and adaptability make her a valuable asset in Lingao’s industrial and scientific endeavors, particularly during
Context from Novel
"Chapter 1127 - Zhong Xiaoying Zhong Lishi soon discovered that his new charge was a bright and capable young woman. Beyond her domestic duties, she would stand quietly to the side whenever he conducted experiments, observing with keen interest and occasionally lending a practiced hand. As the weeks passed, Dr. Zhong recognized a genuine aptitude for technical work and began teaching her scientific principles and basic mathematics. Her capacity for learning exceeded all expectations. She absorbed"
"Chapter 1128 - Clockmaking This crude wooden prototype marked the birth of Lingao's clockmaking industry. It employed a pendulum regulator invented in 1656 and a free escapement mechanism that would not appear until 1765. Gazing upon the successfully operating Number 3 test machine, Zhong Lishi thought of Galileo, who had first discovered the laws of pendular motion, and tears streamed unbidden down his face. At this very moment, the venerable astronomer was suffering persecution by the Roman Cu"
"Chapter 1129 - The Calibrator Dr. Zhong switched on his desk lamp and turned his attention to the calibrator—his "Complete Intellectual Property" design. Every component of this instrument was something Lingao's industry could currently produce, or would be able to produce in the near future. Every component, that is, save one. The amplifier was a vacuum tube, and Lingao's industrial base could not yet manufacture such things. Dr. Zhong's tube had been requisitioned from the Planning Committee's"
"Chapter 1134 - Farewell to Lingao This indicated the visitor was only on a short-term assignment, not a permanent posting. The visitor was likely a Company VIP tasked with inspecting trading post operations and auditing accounts. Li Siya had already formulated a plan. This arriving East India Company inspector would serve as an important tool for completing her mission. In the early summer night, the starry sky blazed with extraordinary brilliance. The Milky Way, which had become a smeared blur"
"Chapter 1137 - The Dutch Guests "Espionage is a certainty. Never mind this era—even centuries hence, diplomats will still shoulder the duty of gathering intelligence," Wei Bachi declared dismissively, gesturing with his cigar. "Regardless, we'll flex a bit of muscle. Perhaps one day we'll be able to tell the Dutch to vacate Tayouan without ever unsheathing a sword." What truly captivated the Committee members was talk of the "little foreign mare"—they had puzzled over why the Dutch would drag ch"
Appearances
Appears in chapters: 1128, 1129, 1130, 1135, 1138, 1139, 1140, 1141, 1142, 1145, 1147, 1149, 1150, 1151, 1152, 1155, 1156, 1571, 1572, 1573, 1574, 1589, 1590, 1626, 1627, 1930, 1932, 1947, 2396, 2425, 2800.