I handed over to another world

Zhang Fengwu also nodded, with a complicated expression: "Aian's departure is a huge loss for us."

"indeed so,"

Chen Lin sighed slightly and said to Zhang Fengwu: "If Ai An was still here, maybe he could help us improve our technology to a higher level."

Zhang Fengwu was silent for a moment, then whispered: "President Chen, we have heard about Ai An's affairs, but we don't know the specific details... Do you think the Black Domain incident is related to the Night Alliance?"

Chen Lin did not answer directly, but looked at Zhang Fengwu meaningfully, and said slowly: "The content involved in the Black Domain incident is very complicated, even beyond our current scientific and technological understanding."

"The association has not yet come to a conclusion on the specific cause. Anyway, the cracks have been dealt with, and most of the unstable energy in the black domain has been transformed into unstable devices that are used as weapons and are revolving around the earth in outer space..."

He glanced at Zhang Fengwu and was silent for a few seconds before speaking: "Although the Night Alliance is friendly to us on the surface, their motives and goals may not be simple. We still have to rely more on ourselves in the future."

Zhang Fengwu nodded, and his vigilance towards the Night Alliance deepened.

He understood that Chen Lin was reminding him that the future of the Red Dragon Association not only depended on technological advancement, but also required a high degree of vigilance against potential threats.

Chen Lin patted Zhang Fengwu on the shoulder and said in a more relaxed tone: "Let's stop talking about this."

"Director Zhang, your Planetary Development Agency has done an excellent job. I have every confidence in your future. Next, I hope you can continue this momentum and strive to put the Dawn into actual combat in the shortest possible time."

"Understood, President Chen."

Zhang Fengwu nodded solemnly and said, "We will definitely do our best and live up to your expectations."

Chen Lin smiled and then said, "Well, it's getting late. I'm staying at your Planetary Development Agency tonight. I also want to talk more with the senior management of your Development Agency to learn about your work progress and future plans."

Zhang Fengwu nodded immediately and said, "Okay, President Chen, I'll arrange it right away."

……

That night, Chen Lin and his group stayed in an exclusive guesthouse provided by the Planetary Development Agency.

During dinner, Zhang Fengwu specially arranged a small banquet and invited several senior executives of the Development Agency to accompany Chen Lin for dinner. Of course, they said they were eating together, but in fact, Chen Lin did not just come for a simple meal.

"President Chen, do you have any suggestions for the work of our Planetary Development Agency?"

Taking advantage of the relaxed atmosphere, a senior executive asked tentatively.

Chen Lin smiled, put down the wine glass in his hand, and said slowly: "I just think that the Planetary Development Agency, as one of the core departments of the Red Dragon Association, shoulders the important task of promoting human civilization into the interstellar era. Every decision you make will actually directly or indirectly affect the future of the entire association."

Several people looked at each other and realized that Chen Lin had not finished talking about the picture.

Sure enough, Chen Lin paused and looked at everyone present, his tone became slightly more serious: "However, I also hope that you can clarify your own position."

"The Planetary Development Agency's responsibility is to develop and apply technology, not to get too involved in the association's politics and power struggles. Technology is the primary productive force. Only by focusing on the development of technology can we be invincible in future interstellar competition."

"I still hope that you can focus more on developing new starships and exploring the vast space in the solar system and even outside the solar system. You should all understand what I mean."

Although Chen Lin's words were obscure, the senior executives present all heard the deep meaning behind them.

In recent years, as the Red Dragon Association has continued to grow, the power struggle within it has become increasingly fierce.

As one of the core departments of the association, the newly established Planetary Development Agency was inevitably drawn into this struggle.

Chen Lin's words were undoubtedly a reminder to them not to be entangled in power struggles, but to focus on the development of science and technology.

It is almost equivalent to knocking.

As the director of the Development Agency, Zhang Fengwu naturally understood the implication of Chen Lin's words immediately.

He immediately stated: "President Chen, don't worry, our Planetary Development Agency will definitely focus on scientific and technological research and development, and will never participate in any form of power struggle."

"We have only one goal, which is to promote the technological progress of the Red Dragon Association and contribute to the future of human civilization!"

"I feel much more relieved with what Director Zhang said."

Chen Lin smiled and nodded slightly, then raised his glass and gestured to everyone: "I don't have many old customs here, so there's no need to be so restrained. Let's drink this glass to the full."

After dinner, Chen Lin put down his napkin and stood up and said, "Everyone, regarding the quantum propulsion module of the Dawn, I have some technical details that need to be confirmed separately. Director Zhang and several project leaders, please stay, and the rest of you can go back and rest."

The automatic door of the conference room closed silently, and only four core members were left at the long table of twelve people.

Zhang Feng did not notice that Chen Lin's secretary was adjusting the holographic recorder on the table. The red indicator light showed that the conversation at this moment would not be recorded in the file.

"Do you know why the Red Dragon Association established a separate Planetary Development Agency?"

Chen Lin tapped on the starship structure diagram with his fingertips, and his originally gentle voice suddenly sounded like hardened steel.

"When the association voted internally half a year ago, the committee at the time insisted that the starship project should be placed under the jurisdiction of the Red Dragon Space Armed Forces Department. Several people at the top debated this for a long time, and finally reluctantly agreed to set up an independent department, the Planetary Development Agency."

Chief Engineer Wang, who was in charge of the energy system, broke out in a cold sweat. He clearly remembered that in order for the Development Agency to compete for the starship project, the senior staff above him was responsible for winning over a group of people. The senior staff had told him this directly.

Of course, this is not without consequences. With the abdication of Zhang Shouren, the original group of senior executives have now almost been replaced.

"But the results you delivered convinced everyone."

Chen Lin suddenly changed the subject and pulled up the patent documents of the Dimension Constructor in the holographic projection. "It took only eight months from the prototype to the mass production model. This efficiency even shocked Academician Wang Yan's team."

"We should still praise where we should. You guys did a good job on this point."

Zhang Fengwu suddenly stopped his deputy who was about to speak. He noticed that Chen Lin deliberately magnified the application date of patent No. STC-5573-143 - which was exactly three days before the establishment of the Development Agency.

At that time, in order to gain priority use of this technology, he did resort to some means to bypass normal procedures.

"But..." Chen Lin suddenly turned off the holographic projection, and his metal prosthetic eye swept over everyone. "Recently, some departments here have also received reports that the Development Agency misappropriated antimatter research funds to build a private spaceport - of course, I believe this is nonsense."

In the dead silence, Zhang Fengwu could not hear the deafening sound of his own heartbeat.

Only the top management of the Development Agency should have known about that secret project. The entire project was not actually for independent development. Instead, the Planetary Development Agency diverted funds that should have been used for the space station to build a separate spaceport, which was actually also used for various tests.

However, they did not report this spaceport to the association.

"The association will hear a mid-term report on the starship project in three days."

Chen Lin pushed the encrypted data pad across the table. "I'm still looking forward to you guys using more achievements like the Dimension Constructor to shut up some people."

He stood up and glanced at the people present, with a trace of fatigue on his face, "I hope you won't let me down."

……

When the footsteps disappeared at the end of the corridor, Deputy Engineer Li, who was in charge of power, suddenly collapsed in his chair: "He knows everything... about those secret projects!"

"This is exactly where President Chen's brilliance lies."

Zhang Fengwu stroked the dragon emblem on the data board. "It didn't expose us in public, and it gave us a chance to make amends."

At three o'clock in the morning, all members of the seven-member decision-making team of the Development Agency were present in the underground conference room.

Zhang Fengwu connected the data board left by Chen Lin to the central host, and watched the complete "Penglai Port-Shuguang" linkage plan emerge on the holographic sand table.

"Chairman Chen doesn't want money." Zhang Fengwu pulled out the transfer order records for the past three months. "He is reminding us that the UNDP can operate independently because of his tacit consent - now it's time to hand in the pledge."

When the first ray of sunlight pierced through the clouds, thirty-seven technology patents were suddenly updated on the official website of the Development Agency.

The most eye-catching of these is the "Star Torch System" that combines the dimensional constructor with the antimatter fuel tank - and Chen Lin's name is clearly written in the column for technical director.

At this moment, Chen Lin suddenly turned around and stared at Zhang Fengwu with a sharp gaze: "Director Zhang, your body seems to have changed a little recently."

Zhang Fengwu was shocked and subconsciously touched his left arm.

His recently completed metal prosthetic body modification was hidden there. He thought no one would notice it, but unexpectedly Chen Lin saw through it at a glance.

"President, I..."

Zhang Feng was speechless for a moment, not knowing how to explain.

Chen Lin smiled slightly, with a hint of meaning in his tone: "Don't be nervous, I have always been interested in the development of metal prostheses."

"Your transformation technology seems to be much more advanced than that on the market. It seems that the Development Agency has also made many breakthroughs in the field of bioengineering."

Zhang Feng felt a little nervous, knowing that Chen Lin was hinting that his Development Agency had secretly conducted some cutting-edge technology research without the association's approval.

He quickly adjusted his mindset and replied respectfully, "President, we have indeed conducted some explorations in the fields of bioengineering and metal prostheses, mainly to improve the efficiency of the starship project. If you are interested, I can report in detail."

Chen Lin nodded, a hint of satisfaction flashing in his eyes: "Very good, I look forward to your report... Director Zhang, remember one thing - all departments under the Red Dragon Association must put the interests of the association first, and any technological breakthroughs should serve the overall strategy of the association."

"If every department keeps their own new breakthroughs and technologies secret, then what progress or development can the association have? It might as well be disbanded right here, don't you think?"

Zhang Fengwu bowed deeply: "Yes, President... I will ensure that all technological research and development is in line with the interests of the association. The interests of the association are the top priority. You are right. The association was built up through various integrations and dedications. Nothing can be accomplished alone."

"It seems Director Zhang is a smart man."

Chen Lin smiled and simply clapped his hands. "This visit to the Planetary Development Agency is a very good experience. In fact, I have told many people in the association before that it doesn't hurt to go down there every day. Don't you think so, Director Zhang?"

Zhang Fengwu nodded quickly in response. He escorted Chen Lin and his group to the car. Chen Lin gestured to him not to be so nervous, and he twisted a metal ring on his wrist.

"Director Zhang seems to be very busy recently. He even has dark circles under his eyes. He should take a good rest for a few days after he returns."

"Scientific research is important, but the most important thing is your health. Even though we now have powerful medical methods and technology, your body is your own. You can't just rely on these, right?"

"The president reminded me that I will definitely pay attention to combining work and rest after I return."

Chen Lin smiled and said nothing more. He just waved towards Zhang Fengwu and got into the car.

Zhang Fengwu watched until the convoy of minibuses completely disappeared from his sight, then he slowly turned around and walked towards the Development Agency. The senior engineers behind him all rushed over at this time, but no one said a word.

No one at the scene spoke, but everyone knew that Chen Lin's visit was not only a warning to Zhang Fengwu personally, but also a warning to the entire Planetary Development Agency.

If the Planet Development Agency does not quickly adjust its strategy to ensure that the agency's actions no longer deviate from the Association's track, then the next person who comes will not be President Chen Linchen, but the armed forces who will take over with live ammunition...

"Everyone,"

After a while, Zhang Fengwu took a deep breath and spoke first, "I am issuing a new order in the name of the Director of the Planetary Development Agency. From today on, all secret projects must be reported to the association. We must use practical actions to prove that the Development Agency has always been the most loyal department of the Red Dragon Association!"

Everyone looked at each other and then nodded. Each of them understood the current situation very well. If they were not careful, danger would come at any time.

"President Chen is already very kind."

Zhang Fengwu walked in front and said to the two most closely related senior staff members behind him without looking back, "If it was Chairman Li or Chairman Zhang at the time, I'm afraid that after investigating the matter, the intelligence department would take us away directly on the same day. The worst case scenario is that the armed forces will take over all the core positions of the Planetary Development Agency..."

"President Chen even came to remind us personally. I think he has done his utmost."

The two people behind him sighed slightly, and then had to agree with what Zhang Fengwu said.

This is indeed the case. (End of this chapter)