The exchange continued, with the first issues discussed being those most urgently in need of resolution rather than more theoretical matters, because while scientific research is, of course, important, what's even more crucial is surviving the attack of the Serpent People.
"Our scientists, after lengthy discussions—intense arguments, really—finally established the order in which the project team would ask their questions."
Li Wen took the initiative to explain this to Gao Yuan.
Given Li Wen's status, he certainly had no obligation to personally explain anything to Gao Yuan, but Li Wen had nothing else to do at the moment, and he didn't want to miss witnessing this historic moment for humanity.
