He Xingzhou digested the words of the Quantum Light Computer and said, "According to you, it's nearly impossible to accomplish so much in such a short period of time!"
"With my personal abilities, by the time I can develop the technology to enter space and build a Dyson Sphere, the Solar System might have already been destroyed."
Quantum Light Computer: "You need to figure that out yourself, this is also a test of your capability."
This posed a problematic situation for He Xingzhou. In a few decades, even using all available enhancements, at most he could start an international technology company. But to build a Dyson Sphere and a Planet Destruction Cannon, even starting ten companies wouldn't be enough, not to mention there wouldn't be enough time!
"If I really want to achieve such grand feats... perhaps only by relying on the power of the nation, with a unified national effort, could it be possible!" He Xingzhou thought to himself.
"Should I report this to the nation? Uniting the nation's strength to develop weapons, build defensive bases, and explore space seems like the only possibility."
At the moment, this seemed to be the only way to achieve the goals in the shortest amount of time.
But another problem presented itself to He Xingzhou: how could he make the entire population of the nation believe him?
Directly tell the people that Earth will be devoured by the Insect Race facing an apocalypse? That would only make him look like a clown.
As a poor student with no power and influence, no one would believe him whatever he said.
The Quantum Light Computer proposed, "Master, you could do an experiment and issue a warning to the people of your country. If you find a Mutant Creature carrying Insect Race genes and stimulate it with nuclear energy, it will activate the Insect Race genes faster and become a true member of the Insect Race."
"By that time, people should believe what you say."
Mutant Creatures are easy to find; he previously searched online and found fishermen selling mutated fish species they caught.
"How can I handle nuclear energy? Where do I find nuclear energy, not to mention use it for experiments?"
The Quantum Light Computer didn't respond, and after He Xingzhou thought for a while, a new idea flashed in his mind and he asked, "Quantum Light Computer, can a small nuclear reactor fulfil this purpose?"
Quantum Light Computer: "Yes, the Insect Race genes just need nuclear stimulation. It doesn't necessarily require continuous nuclear input, this could also achieve the purpose."
He Xingzhou immediately became excited and said, "I've got it! I can build a Miniature Nuclear Fission Reactor, stimulate the Mutant Creatures, highlight the characteristics of the Insect Race, and then report it to the nation, requesting the nation's assistance!"
He Xingzhou is a student of physics himself, roughly understanding the knowledge of building nuclear reactors.
Of course, he wasn't planning to build a commercially viable highly sophisticated nuclear reactor, but an experimental Miniature Nuclear Fission Reactor.
The Quantum Light Computer immediately displayed information about nuclear technology from the science tree, including details about Miniature Nuclear Fission Reactors.
He Xingzhou had already studied this in books, but the information on the science tree was more comprehensive.
It also showed the unlocking conditions, "Requires one unit of energy."
"How much is one unit of energy?" He Xingzhou asked.
"Approximately the electric consumption of a modern factory in 24 hours!" said the Quantum Light Computer.
He Xingzhou was speechless. Where could he get so much energy? Even if he had the money, it wouldn't be enough to buy it.
"My main body still has three units of energy, enough for you to unlock the technology, but the rest of the technology will need you to provide the energy," the Quantum Light Computer said.
"That's not too bad; there's still a newbie benefit." He Xingzhou's brow relaxed, verifying the capability of the Quantum Light Computer, he chose to immediately unlock the "Miniature Nuclear Fission Reactor" technology.
A flow of information surged into He Xingzhou's brain, all being memorized and absorbed.
It felt like enlightenment; He Xingzhou fully grasped the knowledge of Miniature Nuclear Fission Reactors, and a new sense of confidence emerged in his heart. Just give him the materials, and he could construct a nuclear fission reactor by himself!
"Alright, let's start with the reactor!" He Xingzhou decided, also wanting to verify the words of the Quantum Light Computer.
Compared to an apocalyptic world, He Xingzhou preferred living in a peaceful era and for that, he was willing to take action.
He Xingzhou began to consider his next steps, according to the regulations of the International Atomic Energy Agency and National Nuclear Safety Bureau, conducting nuclear energy related experiments required an application to the Nuclear Safety Bureau.
This part was slightly difficult, but fortunately, the Science and Technology University was also a key national university, inherently having a nuclear physics research laboratory.
If he could get a signature from a lab professor confirming that his experiment was harmless, he should be able to get approval.
This required him to develop a detailed experimental plan.
Moreover, there were issues of the experimental site and materials; He Xingzhou decided to start with drafting the experimental plan, and as he thought about this, his three roommates returned from the study room.
"Today in the study room, there was a girl, really beautiful, her legs were like those of Spider Demons! I regret not asking for her WeChat!" The first to enter was a tall, skinny student, Zhang Yang.
"Cut it out, even if you had another chance, you wouldn't have dared," another roommate wearing glasses, Wang Jiahao, entered.
"Enough, we're almost starting internships, let's rather ponder about securing internship positions!" The last roommate, Feng Tao, mentioned.
The three of them, like He Xingzhou, were physics students.
"Internship? I'm planning to apply for grad school," Zhang Yang said.
"I am too. It's tough for college graduates to find jobs nowadays, better to go for grad school!" Wang Jiahao agreed.
"Oh man, now that you all are applying for grad school, I'm starting to panic," Feng Tao hesitated, "But I also feel like starting to work earlier might be better."
The three of them chatted for a bit and then noticed that He Xingzhou was silently typing something on his computer.
"Old He, what are you writing?" Wang Jiahao leaned over and immediately saw the title of the experiment plan.
"'Application Report for a Miniature Nuclear Fission Reactor Experiment'?" Seeing this title, Wang Jiahao was first stunned, then his face showed an expression of disbelief.
"You're going to work on a nuclear reactor?" he exclaimed.
"What?" Zhang Yang and Feng Tao joined in, saw the title of the documents, and couldn't help but blurt out, "Holy shit, what are you writing here?"
He Xingzhou continued typing without pausing and explained, "I plan to build a miniature nuclear reactor, so I am writing an application first."
The three widened their eyes simultaneously, and Wang Jiahao even exaggeratedly twisted his ear and shouted, "Did I hear that right? You want to build a nuclear reactor? Are you kidding me?"
"Yeah, are we even capable of building that thing?" Zhang Yang followed up.
"Oh boy, I must shout, oh boy! Coming back from the study session, my roommate claims he wants to build a nuclear reactor!" Feng Tao said, "I must have entered the wrong dorm, right?"
"Going to any dorm won't help!" Wang Jiahao said, "Find me any other student dormitory in the country where someone is trying to build a nuclear reactor, and I'll call you my dad on the spot!"
"Indeed can't find one," Feng Tao nodded.
He Xingzhou still typed away. The roommates were originally just teasing him, but seeing his serious expression, they asked puzzledly, "Old He, you're not actually serious, are you?"
"Of course, I am serious," He Xingzhou said, "I plan to make this my graduation project, and if the experiment goes well, I can write my own thesis on it."
"What? You're serious?" The three of them looked at each other, still in disbelief.
Even if it's miniature, it's still a nuclear reactor!
The three gathered around and took a few looks.
"It seems like he's writing something sensible!" Wang Jiahao was surprised.
"Holy crap, I actually can't understand it!" Feng Tao complained, "Has the gap between me and a scholar already become so big?"
"Regardless of whether this experiment can be done or not, the application he wrote is pretty good," Zhang Yang commented.
"Guys, go back to whatever you were doing," He Xingzhou said, "I can't concentrate on my writing with you guys watching over."
"Sure, sure," Wang Jiahao laughed, "Then, big shot, continue working on your nuclear reactor, I'm off to Summoner's Rift!"
"I'm going to chat with my girlfriend."
"I'm going to catch some sleep." The three each found their own thing to do, but from time to time, they glanced at He Xingzhou. Seeing him indeed very focused, they were all astonished.
They even discussed this in their professional group chat.
Wang Jiahao: "(Photo) Shocking, I am doubting my life, person in the dorm, just got off the bike, suddenly found out my roommate wants to build a nuclear reactor."
Zhou Xiaoqin: "Isn't that He Xingzhou? Are you kidding, building a nuclear reactor! Are you talking about a game?"
Feng Tao: "It's not a game, it's real! I saw it with my own eyes, He Xingzhou is writing the experiment application!"
Zhang Yang: "Right, right, we just asked him, and he even said he intends to make this his graduation project. I was dumbfounded on the spot!"
Zhou Xiaoqin: "Really? Why would he think of building a nuclear reactor!? Even though we're physics students, it's not like we're capable of building reactors to prove ourselves!"
Li Wei: "??? Did He Xingzhou undergo some shock?"
Ma Zhengming: "666! Actually wanting to build a nuclear reactor, admirable courage, but I must say, purely a waste of time. Even knowing the principles of nuclear fission, building one is a whole different thing."
"Yeah, he shouldn't have seen those physics titans from the UK doing homemade nuclear reactors in their youth and thought to replicate that, could he?" In the professional group chat, classmates began to discuss.
"Can that even be replicated? Those are the most badass, most genius people in the world!"
"Anyway, his idea is bold. As classmates, we shouldn't laugh at him—though, I also think it's unlikely he can pull it off."
The classmates continued to chatter, and students at the school spread any fresh news quickly, as they were mostly bored. He Xingzhou, busy writing the application, didn't pay attention to these matters.
The next day, ten minutes before the atomic physic class started, He Xingzhou arrived in the classroom early.
Today, as soon as he entered, he realized something was off. He didn't know who shouted, "He Xingzhou is here," then all the students in the big lecture hall turned their heads in unison to look at He Xingzhou.
"?" He Xingzhou looked confused. What's going on? Is there something on my face, or did I wear my clothes inside out?