Facing No. 1's affirmation, a faint smile appeared on Lu Yongchang's face.

Looking at Lu Yongming's slightly dull expression in front of him, No. 1's eyes showed a bit of surprise.

In his impression, almost no one could maintain such a calm posture under his praise.

No. 1 pondered for a moment, then slowly said: "Yongchang, what do you think of the future direction of Xia Kingdom's technological development?"

As soon as he finished speaking, Hong Qiming's eyes showed some excitement.

Coming!

Judging from the attitude of No. 1, he can be sure that as long as Lu Yongchang answers this question in a satisfactory manner, the important task of leading the new generation will definitely fall on him!

Lu Yongchang's eyes moved slightly.

Like Hong Qiming, he also realized the meaning behind No. 1's words.

Before entering the office, Hong Qiming's words of advice flashed through his mind.

Although he knew the hidden meaning of Hong Qiming's words, he could not answer this question in a satisfactory manner.

The scene of a helium flash in the sun was still flashing in his mind. How dare he slow down!

Lu Yongchang took a deep breath and slowly said: "No. 1, I think Xia Guo should set its sights on the universe!"

Hong Qiming was stunned for a moment, and then a hint of urgency flashed in his eyes.

This kid!

I clearly told him not to talk nonsense!

Lu Yongchang continued, minding his own business: "At present, we have successfully ignited the spark of nuclear fusion."

"It can be said that Xia State is currently only half a step away from completely mastering controllable nuclear fusion."

"No. 1, as a scientific researcher and a scholar, I have the obligation to remind you that controllable nuclear fusion technology is very important and related to the destiny of the country!

"Xia Kingdom is now at the turning point of the times. The door to the new world is right in front of us. Whether we push it open or retreat, everything depends on our next actions."

No. 1 frowned slightly and looked thoughtfully at Lu Yongchang who was talking in front of him.

"Yongchang! You..."

Hong Qiming on the side could not hold back his anger. He lowered his voice and shouted to Lu Yongchang, trying to interrupt him.

Number 1 suddenly raised his left hand and made a gesture to interrupt Hong Qiming's movement.

He glanced at Hong Qiming meaningfully and said slowly: "Let him finish!"

Then, No. 1 turned to look at Lu Yongchang again, and said meaningfully: "You mean, Xia State needs to develop controllable nuclear fusion as soon as possible?"

Lu Yongchang nodded slightly: "Not only that, Xia Guo needs to set its sights beyond the earth."

"Beyond Earth?"

"That's right." Lu Yongchang's eyes were firm. He ignored the doubts in No. 1 and Hong Qiming's eyes and continued, "The moon, Mars, or... outside the solar system."

"Ahem! Yongchang!" Hong Qiming coughed and reminded, "That's a bit far!"

No. 1 shook his head slowly, with a smile in his eyes: "It doesn't matter."

"Young people, some dreams are always good."

Hearing No. 1's comments, Hong Qiming breathed a sigh of relief.

He quietly glared at Lu Yongchang.

This brat!

In front of No. 1, I really dare to say anything!

When I get back, I must teach him a lesson!

As for Lu Yongchang, there was a trace of regret in his eyes.

Sure enough, it's still too early to say this now.

After a year, when signs of the sun's aging appear, he can officially put his plan on the table.

Now, what he needs to do is to accumulate various necessary technologies for the Stars and Sea Project in one year's time.

No. 1 was silent for a moment, then spoke again: "Yongchang, don't worry, the controllable nuclear fusion project will be the focus of Xia State's development in the next few years."

"Now, what you need to do is to improve the controllable nuclear fusion technology in the laboratory as much as possible. When the time is right, Xia Guo will naturally build a controllable nuclear fusion demonstration reactor."

Lu Yongchang nodded silently.

"Okay, you can go out first. Minister Hong and I still have something to say."

…

Just as the office door closed, Hong Qiming said eagerly: "No. 1, this guy Lu Yongchang... is just too young, he..."

"Okay, okay." No. 1 said with a smile on his face, "I know what you mean."

"Of course I know that this guy Lu Yongchang is a malleable talent."

"I kept you here for another reason."

With that said, No. 1 handed a document in his hand to Hong Qiming.

Hong Qiming breathed a sigh of relief and reached out to take the document handed over by No. 1.

"this……"

The moment he saw the document, Hong Qiming frowned tightly.

"This is the investigation result of the Xia National Security Bureau No. 2."

Number One said lightly.

Hong Qiming's pupils shrank suddenly, and his hands holding the document trembled slightly.

It turned out to be information from the Second Security Bureau of Xia State!

This is an intelligence department on par with the CIA of the United States, MI5 of Country Y, and the KGB of the Soviet Union!

No. 1 had a deep look in his eyes and whispered: "According to the investigation, although Lu Yongchang had excellent grades in the past, he... didn't seem to show any extraordinary qualities."

Hong Qiming swallowed slightly: "You mean... there is something wrong with Lu Yongchang?"

Number 1 slowly shook his head.

"It's not a problem."

"I've also seen his parents' information, and it's very clean."

"Otherwise, he won't be able to enter this office."

Number 1's tone was very calm.

But there was a chill behind Hong Qiming's back.

He quickly asked: "What do you mean..."

Number 1 did not reply immediately, but pressed a button next to his desk.

"Have the results come out?" No. 1 said in a calm tone.

The next moment, a calm male voice came from the office: "From entering the office to leaving, it lasted a total of eleven minutes and twenty-five seconds. During this period, Lu Yongchang's heartbeat fluctuated twice, and at the same time, his pupils contracted, etc.

A series of situations.”

"when?"

"The first time was in response to your question, and the second time was before leaving the office."

No. 1 nodded thoughtfully and asked again: "What did the psychological evaluation say?"

"...According to the assessment, Lu Yongchang should not have any bad intentions, and everything he said should be true from the bottom of his heart."

"But, he is hiding something."

No. 1 nodded slowly.

That's right.

Ever since he met Lu Yongchang, he had this feeling in his heart.

It seems...that there is a huge secret hidden in Lu Yongchang's heart.

Hong Qiming swallowed slightly and asked in a low voice: "No. 1, how about... we first remove the title of Chief Engineer of Controlled Nuclear Fusion from Lu Yongchang?"

The corners of No. 1's mouth raised slightly, and a meaningful smile appeared on his wrinkled face.

"No rush."

"Having secrets is not a problem. Everyone has secrets, including me and you."

As he said that, No. 1's eyes briefly stayed on Hong Qiming's face.

Hong Qiming's heart skipped a beat for a moment.

After a pause, No. 1 continued.

"I just need to know that he has no ill intentions towards Xia Guo."

"What's more, he has made such a great contribution to controllable nuclear fusion. Xia State is definitely not a country that is trying to kill the donkey!"

Hong Qiming looked at No. 1 in confusion: "Then..."

Number 1 thought for a moment and said slowly: "Let him continue to be the chief engineer."

"In addition, start the second experiment as soon as possible."
Chapter completed!