You Say You Believe in Science, But You Fly on a Sword - Chapter 89

Chapter 89: Ghost Race

“They haven’t launched a large-scale attack on China yet, but there has been some unusual activity near our territorial waters and border. ”

Liu Qiming said: “According to the Ministry of Defense, with all the research we’ve done recently, although they still faced pressure when confronting the Ghost Race, they at least won. ”

“What exactly is the Ghost Race? ”

Li Weimin frowned and asked: “Why are they directly attacking humanity? ”

“Let Comrade Su Qin’an answer that question! ”

Liu Qiming smiled and looked at Su Qin’an: “He understands this better than I do! ”

For a moment, all eyes in the conference room were on Su Qin’an, making him a little embarrassed.

“Then I’ll explain to everyone. ”

Su Qin’an stood up and said: “Before that, I need to introduce a concept, the Cosmic Hundred Races…”

“Don’t worry about what the Cosmic Hundred Races are for now, we’ll discuss that later. The Ghost Race has consistently ranked 97th among the Hundred Races, with stable strength, reaching a level 5 civilization at its peak. Ghost Race people are naturally translucent, have a certain resistance to physical attacks, which strengthens with age. They possess strong spirits, giving them an unparalleled advantage in spiritual attacks. ”

The system didn’t provide much information initially, only this much, and Su Qin’an revealed everything without reservation.

“We’ll let Qin’an and you all discuss the Ghost Race in detail later. Now we need to discuss how we should respond to this situation. ”

Liu Qiming said: “The number of mechs is still limited, and there are losses in every battle. I don’t think it’s enough to rely on this alone to contend with the unknown Ghost Race.

Increasing mech production is a certainty, and research on the Nantianmen Plan is also urgent, but I think we need to find a way to prevent the Ghost Race from approaching China, buying time for mech production and research on the Nantianmen Plan. ”

Liu Qiming shrugged: “Does anyone have any ideas? If not, this will be our number one research topic. ”

For a moment, everyone in the conference room, including Liu Qiming, turned their attention to Su Qin’an.

There was no other way, this young man had already brought them too many surprises, so that now, when they encounter a problem, their first reaction is to look for Su Qin’an.

“I have an idea. ”

Su Qin’an thought for a moment and said: “I originally wanted to mention this when discussing the Nantianmen Plan, but it’s not very relevant, so I didn’t. ”

“Don’t worry about that, just tell us what you’re thinking! ”

Liu Qiming said: “Just speak your mind! ”

“Plasma shields, have you all heard of them? ”

Su Qin’an smiled: “Abandon the territorial waters, keeping only essential parts, and use plasma shields to surround all of China’s territory. Nothing gets in, nothing gets out, wouldn’t that work perfectly? ”

After he said this, everyone fell silent.

It sounds simple, but upon closer examination…

It’s not difficult.

First, the most difficult energy problem has already been solved by Su Qin’an’s controllable nuclear fusion.

Second, China isn’t lacking in plasma research.

Plasma is a mixture of charged and neutral particles, independent of solid, liquid, and gaseous states, representing a completely new state of matter.

A plasma shield is a shield formed by plasma, capable of deflecting or blocking incoming attacks.

“We can build many nuclear fusion launch towers on China’s border. ”

Su Qin’an said: “These nuclear fusion launch towers, powered by nuclear fusion, will form a huge shield across China, completely isolating internal and external communication. ”

“Isn’t that… a closed-door policy? ”

Liu Qiming thought for a moment and said: “But to be honest, the Qing Dynasty’s strategy might be quite useful now! ”

A century ago, under the rule of the Qing Dynasty, China implemented a closed-door policy, essentially severing ties with the outside world.

Because at that time, China believed that it was the sole superpower, and foreign countries were simply not qualified to interact with it.

But obviously, China, or rather the Qing Dynasty, was overly confident at the time.

So much so that when John Bull broke open the gates of the Qing Dynasty with his strong ships and cannons, the Qing rulers were still indulging in their decadent lives.

But now, the national conditions and world situation are different.

Humanity has been attacked by an unknown enemy, and China’s internal armaments are insufficient to cope. At this point, wouldn’t it be better to protect ourselves before we go out to die?

“Regardless of whether it’s a closed-door policy or not, tell me if this strategy will work! ”

Su Qin’an smiled: “If it will, we need to apply to higher authorities and consult with other departments immediately. If not…”

“It absolutely will! ”

Liu Qiming patted his chest in assurance: “Even if it doesn’t, I’ll make it work! ”

“Good, then Old Liu will apply for the resources, and we’ll start researching plasma shields right away. ”

Su Qin’an calculated as he spoke: “If we’re fast enough, we can definitely develop a plasma shield within three days! ”

“Okay, I’ll take care of the materials, there won’t be a problem. ”

Liu Qiming said: “But three days for your end, is that really possible? ”

“It will be sooner, not later! ”

Su Qin’an smiled slightly: “Just trust me! ”

“Alright, everyone, let’s adjourn, and get to work! ”

Liu Qiming left the room after he finished speaking, to take care of his own tasks.

“OK, those from Nine Heavens Laboratory come with me, we need to start working right away! ”

Su Qin’an smiled and also left the conference room.

Looking at Su Qin’an’s smile, Li Weimin suddenly felt a shiver run down his spine, and his eyelids twitched uncontrollably.

No way?

He wouldn’t make us work overtime again, would he?

Li Weimin secretly observed Su Qin’an’s expression, and finally, feeling that nothing bad should happen for the time being, he breathed a sigh of relief and joined the others to the laboratory.

……

At the Nine Heavens Laboratory, Su Qin’an didn’t call everyone, only Li Weimin and others with strong professional skills and resilience.

Yes, this definitely isn’t to better facilitate overtime, absolutely not!

“Everyone should know our task this time. ”

Su Qin’an stood at the front and said: “Time is tight and the task is heavy, so… whether or not we pull an all-nighter depends on our efficiency! ”

Li Weimin’s eyelids twitched again involuntarily: …

Right, left eyelid twitching is good luck, right eyelid twitching is bad luck, the ancients did not deceive me!

Regardless of the complaints in the laboratory, Su Qin’an had already called Liu Qiming to send over the necessary materials.

“Three days, remember, only three days. ”

A plasma shield is normally not a simple project. If research had begun a year ago, it would have absolutely taken three to five years to even get a clue.

But present-day China is far different.

……

At the Ministry of Defense, Liu Qiming was sitting in Zhang Keqiang’s office drinking tea.

“I say, you ran over here halfway through your work just to cadge a cup of tea from me? ”

Zhang Keqiang looked at Liu Qiming, displeased: “You don’t have to work? ”

“I’m the Minister, I can decide when I work! ”

Liu Qiming looked innocent: “Who’s going to tell me otherwise? ”

He suddenly realized that as long as he didn’t work, he was superior to those who did!

“…Fine, drink up, I need to get back to work. ”

Zhang Keqiang turned to leave, but was stopped by Liu Qiming: “Still thinking about the Ghost Race? ”

“Ghost Race? Those alien creatures? Are they called the Ghost Race? ”

Zhang Keqiang frowned, sat back down: “Did that boy Su Qin’an say that? Does your Ministry of Science and Technology have a solution? ”