Upon hearing the general's words, Director Zhu immediately let out a sigh of relief.
"Where are you going to place this genius?" he cautiously inquired.
The general smiled. "That's not my concern. I'll leave it to you.
"But I do have one requirement.
"A genius of this caliber joining the national research team should not be given a hard time!"
Director Zhu nodded immediately.
"Don't worry, General! I'll make sure that doesn't happen!"
He asked again, "By the way, General, where is this genius at the moment?"
"I don't know!" The general snorted.
"If I have to find all that out on my own, what do I need you for?"
After uttering these words, the general hung up the phone.
Director Zhu was momentarily stunned, then a look of ecstasy spread across his face. He immediately turned and dashed into the house.
He had to convey this great news to Professor Wang as quickly as possible!
They were about to shake the entire world!
This was the aspiration of every technological researcher!
He had to discuss it with Professor Wang.
He had to bring this genius into their research institute.
If this genius wanted to be the director, he would retire on the spot!
Professor Wang had been sitting on the sofa while calmly sipping tea.
He knew what Director Zhu was up to.
This matter was of great significance; it needed to be reported to the general.
Sun Liang was snacking on the side.
Out of boredom, he opened the stream.
Xia Zixin had just led Saa and Captain Zhao to the eighth floor.
The eighth floor wasn't a collection of individual storerooms.
As Sun Liang glimpsed at the live broadcast on the screen, he leaped up from the sofa.
"Oh my God!" he exclaimed with excitement.
"Oh my God!
"Oh my God!"
Professor Wang frowned slightly.
"What's all the commotion about?
"When will you learn to be patient?
"We have numerous researchers in the research institute. If they all behaved like you, we might as well close it down and turn it into a zoo!
"Remember, this is Director Zhu's residence. Can you show some respect?"
Sun Liang scratched his head in embarassment and promptly lowered the tablet.
"Sir, I didn't mean to.
"But this is too much!
"Xia Qi is amazing!
"He's not only crafting firearms at home, but also manufacturing artillery shells and bombs!
"This guy's quite audacious!
"Isn't he afraid that he might accidentally blow up his house?"
Professor Wang also looked at the tablet curiously. His expression changed drastically.
"This... Oh my God...
"This is a bit too much...
"This can't be real!"
Although Professor Wang didn't spring up from the sofa like Sun Liang, his body trembled intensely.
Director Zhu, having just finished a call with the general, returned.
"What are you two up to?" he asked in confusion.
Before he could finish his sentence, he noticed the tablet.
He stood there dumbfounded as his mind went blank.
On the eighth floor were various types of shells and weapon platforms.
If they were typical artillery, the trio might not have reacted so strongly.
However, they could instantly discern the uniqueness of these weapons.
Much like the Desert Eagle, these weapon platforms had been modified with special alloys, undoubtedly increasing their power and range immeasurably!
Even the weapon that their teacher, Xia Wenxuan, had previously only theorized, was among them!
Professor Wang and Director Zhu exchanged a glance.
Both saw amazement in each other's eyes.
Professor Wang clenched his fists in excitement.
"Mr. Xia was right!
"His blueprints back then have truly been realized!"
Director Zhu was equally exhilarated.
Only those who had delved into the study of artillery could understand their current emotions.
Only they could grasp the significance of those cannons!
This changed the entire playing field!
Furthermore, it spanned multiple eras!
"Wang, I need to make another call!
"I must get there in person!"
He took out his phone and headed outside.
"General! It's me again!"
Director Zhu was so excited that he was stumbling over his words.
"I understand. Do you have any plans?" the general patiently responded.
"This matter is exceedingly significant. The research and development base are of utmost importance!
"I'd like to request permission to go to the scene with Professor Wang. This way, we can better ensure the place's security and personally verify whether these items represent epoch-making scientific research achievements or are merely superficial displays!"
"No problem!" The general readily agreed. "That's what I was thinking too!
"The helicopter has already been dispatched. Get ready."
Director Zhu was taken aback.
The arrangements had already been made!
"Thank you, General! I'll prepare with Professor Wang right away!"
This matter was receiving immense attention from higher-ups!
That much was clear.
After all, it concerned technology that couldn't fall into the wrong hands!
After hanging up, Director Zhu hastened back to the living room.
"Wang, hurry and get ready. We'll be heading there soon!"
Professor Wang's eyes lit up. "What?!"
"Of course!" Director Zhu nodded with a smile.
"The helicopter is en route. We'll be taking it to the scene shortly!"
"Alright!" Professor Wang nodded eagerly.
"Oh, and bring Sun Liang along. He can assist!"
Director Zhu also approved of this arrangement.
"Alright, let's do that!
"He just happened to watch the stream, so he has some understanding of the place.
"Moreover, he's your student, so he'll be useful!"
As they conversed, the three tidied up a bit and gathered in an open area to await the helicopter's arrival.
Before long, a helicopter touched down steadily.
Sun Liang was surprised.
This wasn't just any helicopter, but an armed one!
Large circular barrels were affixed on both sides.
One could easily imagine the firepower when required.
With the slightest pressure from the pilot's hand, a target would be riddled with holes!