You Say You Believe in Science, But You Fly on a Sword - Chapter 40
Chapter 40: He’s Not Even As Old As My Son!
Uncle Sam, White House.
The President sat in his Office, the computer on his desk displaying a livestream of the Huake Academy press conference.
Liu Qiming’s statement, “China has completed research on controllable nuclear fusion,” was like a thunderclap in his ears, leaving him completely dazed.
How is that possible?
China, a nation that started so much later than his own Uncle Sam, had been colonized and oppressed by various nations, and even almost faced national extinction.
Even after gaining independence in 1949, its comprehensive strength had always been below that of Uncle Sam. How could it possibly solve the problem of controllable nuclear fusion, something that Uncle Sam hadn’t been able to solve for so many years?
He rubbed his temples, took a deep breath, and forced himself to calm down before continuing to watch.
Perhaps Liu Qiming was sensing a threat from Uncle Sam and deliberately released this news to deceive himself and win over the public?
…
“Please be quiet, everyone. ”
At the Huake Academy press conference, Liu Qiming said, “That was the first matter. The second matter is that China will officially establish the Nine Heavens Research Group today, focusing on scientific research and launching the Nantianmen Plan, with preliminary results expected within three years. ”
This undoubtedly dropped another bombshell into the deep waters.
“What’s going on? ”
Backstage, Su Qin’an couldn’t help but ask, “Why are we rushing to launch the Nantianmen Plan? I haven’t heard the Minister mention it before. ”
Wu Qingsong smiled, “Energy is the biggest obstacle to the Nantianmen Plan. Now that it’s been solved, it’s time to put the Nantianmen Plan on the agenda. Moreover, Uncle Sam hasn’t been behaving, so announcing this plan now can also serve as a warning to them. ”
“Aren’t you afraid they’ll secretly try to sabotage it? ”
“Don’t we have you? ”
“… ”
Su Qin’an was silent for a moment, then said, “What is the Nine Heavens Research Group? ”
“You’ve become the youngest Academician of Huake Academy; you shouldn’t mind having another title, should you? ”
“I…”
…
At the front of the stage, the reporters continued to discuss among themselves.
Although everyone didn’t know what the Nine Heavens Research Group was, judging by its name, any organization given such a name by China couldn’t possibly be weak!
Especially since they specialize in scientific research.
As for the Nantianmen Plan…
That’s even more incredible.
To counter attacks from extraterrestrial civilizations, China proposed this plan a long time ago. Its main content is to build a global comprehensive strategic defense system.
The content of this plan is incredibly advanced, even beyond what China is currently researching.
Things like aerospace carriers, aerospace fighters, and unmanned mechs are all part of this plan.
Due to its incredibly forward-thinking nature, this plan always makes Uncle Sam nervous whenever it’s mentioned.
The technology is so advanced… what if we believe it and get tricked?
But if we don’t believe it…
What if they’re already mass-producing them?
Moreover, the proposal of this plan also has another implication.
China’s vision is no longer limited to the small Earth; their goal is the stars and the sea. The vast universe is their future.
Although the reporters were baffled, they all started searching for information about the “Nantianmen Plan. ”
One minute later…
Audiences around the globe gasped, causing the global temperature to almost rise.
“My god, what is this? ”
“I don’t know, but if China is announcing it now, it must be powerful, right? ”
“I found it, I found it, look! ”
“Xuan Nu Aerospace Fighter… so high-tech? ”
“And unmanned mechs…”
“It’s a sci-fi movie? With this, sci-fi movies won’t need special effects anymore! Just use the real thing! ”
…
Uncle Sam, White House. The President’s brows were furrowed, the wrinkles on his forehead so numerous they could simultaneously crush dozens of flies.
“The Nantianmen Plan… is this real or fake? ”
If it’s real…
China just finished researching controllable nuclear fusion; they don’t know about all the problems. Where do they get the confidence to launch the Nantianmen Plan?
He had also learned about the Nantianmen Plan, and it’s not something that can be solved with just controllable nuclear fusion.
If it’s fake…
What if they’re mass-producing it?
…
“Please be quiet, everyone! ”
At the Huake Academy press conference, Liu Qiming repeated, “After I finish explaining everything, there will be a Q&A session, where I will invite everyone to speak freely. For now, please listen to me! ”
“The Nantianmen Plan is the second matter of this press conference. The third matter is a private matter concerning China. ”
As everyone looked at each other in bewilderment, Liu Qiming said, “Huake Academy will today award Su Qin’an, the initiator of controllable nuclear fusion and leader of the controllable nuclear fusion research team, the title of Academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences for life, and appoint him as the Team Leader of the Nine Heavens Research Group to lead team members in scientific research. All national resources will be prioritized for Team Leader Su! Next, please welcome Team Leader Su to the stage for the investiture ceremony! ”
This time, not only the reporters present were stunned, but also various livestreams broadcasting the press conference.
“Who is Su Qin’an? I’ve never heard of him. ”
“Is he some senior figure from the Ministry of Science and Technology? ”
“In three minutes, I need all the information about this Su Qin’an! ”
“… ”
The bullet screens from the audience were all about one person.
Su Qin’an.
When Su Qin’an, accompanied by Wu Qingsong, walked onto the podium, the livestream exploded even more.
“No, don’t tell me Su Qin’an is that child! ”
“My god! He’s not even as old as my son! ”
“Is that true or false? ”
“I’d rather believe the right one is Su Qin’an…”
Wu Qingsong had appeared on television many times, so anyone who pays attention to the news would recognize him.
So when the reporters learned that Su Qin’an was such a young man, they were so shocked that they almost dropped what they were holding.
“Is this Su Su Su Su Su Su Qin’an? ”
“It should be, right? ”
“No, he’s so young? ”
“Vocal! Is that true? ”
“If it’s true, then What can I say?!? ”
“Be careful, we’re reporters, don’t use internet slang…”
Wu Qingsong calmly said, “Everyone, this is Su Qin’an, who is about to become the youngest Academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences. ”
Understanding and admitting it aloud are two different things.
Although the reporters knew that the boy who looked at most seventeen years old was Su Qin’an…
But when they heard Wu Qingsong admit it personally, they were still shocked beyond words.
So young!
What was I doing when I was his age?
I think I was still fighting with other male students over my girlfriend…
“Next, the investiture ceremony for Academician Su Qin’an. ”
After saying this, Liu Qiming stepped aside, leaving the stage to Wu Qingsong and Su Qin’an.
The ceremony… was naturally very elaborate, especially the investiture ceremony for an Academician.
Wu Qingsong first read a long speech, summarizing China’s glorious century and looking forward to the future, before mentioning Su Qin’an’s investiture as an Academician of Huake Academy today.
Su Qin’an was almost falling asleep.
If he hadn’t promised Liu Qiming and Wu Qingsong not to make any movements on stage, he would have already started yawning!
“…Therefore, today we hold the investiture ceremony for Comrade Su Qin’an as an Academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences. We hope that everyone present and the global audience will witness this moment, witnessing the rise of a new star in Chinese science and technology! ”
After saying this, someone in a suit and formal attire marched up and handed the certificate symbolizing Academician status to Wu Qingsong.
Wu Qingsong nodded, accepted the certificate, turned around, and looked at Su Qin’an.
“With this certificate, you are the 861st Academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences. “