When I am reborn, I just want to be a top student

Brain-computer interface.

Genetic adjustment, knowledge infusion.

These sci-fi words coming out of Wang Donglai's mouth made the old man at a loss for words for a moment.

Although the old man is not a professional scientific research worker, due to his position, he still has some understanding of domestic and global technological developments.

The technologies that Wang Dong talked about are simply impossible to achieve.

The old man's first reaction was that it was ridiculous.

However, for some reason, when the old man looked at Wang Donglai, he could see the seriousness in Wang Donglai's expression, and subconsciously suppressed the absurd emotion in his heart.

"No one can predict the development of science and technology. What if it is really possible?"

This thought suddenly occurred to the old man, so he asked, "Academician Wang, I want to ask, how sure are you about what you said?"

Listening to the old man's questions, Wang Donglai remained calm and natural, without any nervousness.

"Leader, I have a plan for technological development."

"Next year's goal is to complete the photolithography factory and the space rocket mission, and it would be best if we could go into space to verify some of my guesses."

"After that, it's the development of solid-state batteries."

"If we can do this, we will be not far from completing the research and development of room-temperature superconducting materials."

"In addition, artificial intelligence is currently making continuous progress. Galaxy Technology is continuously investing funds and resources to complete the construction of big data models. By then, it will only take a certain amount of time for results to appear."

"In this process, the unmanned driving and smart city construction of Tangdu will also be a good touchstone. In this process, problems in artificial intelligence technology can be well detected."

“Only after these technologies are completed can we conduct more in-depth research on cutting-edge technologies such as brain-computer interfaces.”

"Leader, if you ask me if I am sure or how sure I am, I can't tell you until it's done."

"If I have to give an exact number, then my answer is 100 percent."

"Five years!"

Wang Donglai stretched out his hand, with an extremely confident look on his face, and said, "Leader, it will only take five years. By 2022, most of the technologies I mentioned will be completed."

The old man's pupils shrank, and he looked Wang Donglai up and down, looking at him again and again, and finally asked, "Academician Wang, do you know what it means for you to say this in front of me?"

Wang Donglai nodded and said, "I understand. The reason I say this is because I have the confidence!"

The old man nodded slightly and checked the time.

"Academician Wang, if that's the case, then what kind of support do you need?"

"I have read some of your previous file reports, and these contents were not mentioned in them."

"Now, what you are talking about involves multiple fields, and they are all high-tech fields."

“So, I want to ask you what kind of support do you need?”

Wang Donglai didn’t think that the old man’s question meant that he was convinced.

After a moment's hesitation, he spoke out, "At present, I don't need much additional support policies in the field of artificial intelligence. The same is true for the energy field. The only problem is the photolithography factory. However, I have received a promise from the Qin Province on this point, so there shouldn't be any problem."

"From the current situation, only the sixth-generation aircraft and space rocket fields are in the most need of support."

"The sixth-generation aircraft is related to national security. Many technologies are strictly confidential and extremely sensitive. It is simply not something that a private enterprise can accomplish alone."

"As for space rockets, the same is true. A lot of investment takes time to accumulate."

"So, if possible, I just need some support from above in these two areas."

"In other words, we can just provide support in the field of space rockets."

"If the higher-ups are satisfied with the design of the sixth-generation aircraft, I can contribute my design for free. If they are not satisfied, I have no objection."

The old man nodded gently and said, "I have to say, you have painted a very big pie for me!"

"The most important thing is, if you were only good at making empty promises, you wouldn't be here in front of me."

"Now, you have given me a very difficult problem!"

Wang Donglai was not at all restrained, even when he heard the old man's joke.

"Leader, I don't think so!"

“Actually, the support I need isn’t that great.”

"I can cover most of the research expenses through the profits of Galaxy Technology. Even for the part that cannot be covered, Qin Province and Tang City can provide support."

"Even if scientific research doesn't go smoothly and the funding needs increase, I can sell Galaxy Technology's shares and get a lot of money in return."

“When I founded Galaxy Technology, my primary goal was to prevent scientific research projects from being affected by funding issues.”

"As I said before, I don't think highly of the shares of Galaxy Technology's branch."

"The reason why I am concentrating all my shares is because I want to take control in my own hands, so that I can distribute most of the profits to all employees and enjoy the fruits of development together with them."

"But if it really comes to the point where I need to sell shares in exchange for funds to invest in research and development, I won't hesitate at all."

"Before Galaxy Technology collapsed, I could afford all the funds needed for my scientific research projects myself."

“So, the organization doesn’t have to worry about research funding.”

“The support I need is more in terms of policy.”

"For example, talents in the aerospace field entering private enterprises, and the exchange of talents inside and outside the system, this is what I need."

"For example, bold breakthroughs in some advanced technologies also require timely organizational support."

When Wang Donglai talked about these things, he was extremely calm and did not regard the old man as a big leader at all.

It feels like you are discussing with people of the same level.

Hearing Wang Donglai's words, the old man's eyes moved and became sharp. He said pointedly: "The reason why Academician Wang did this is to ensure his own dominance in research!"

"After all, you can use your own money to do whatever research you want, as long as it's not illegal."

"But if you have to accept research funding, write reports, make lists, keep records, etc., it won't be so comfortable!"

As the old man said this, the atmosphere in the study suddenly became solemn.

Wang Donglai seemed not to feel it, and calmly admitted it, saying, "The leader is right!"

"If I have no choice, I can only find a way to seek research funding, but since I have the ability to earn research funding from the market economy, I will naturally give priority to doing so."

"The ancients talked about sincerity, upright intentions, self-cultivation, managing the family, governing the country, and bringing peace to the world."

"In my opinion, while I am doing scientific research, I have founded a commercial company, which can not only provide myself with research and development funds, but also solve employment problems and create economic and social value. This is a win-win situation!"

A thoughtful look flashed across the old man's eyes, and after a while he spoke out: "I understand Academician Wang's idea." "For the sixth-generation aircraft, you can write a more detailed design report and I will seriously consider it."

"As for other areas, since you don't need money, I won't allocate funds to you."

"But I can't let you come here for nothing."

"I heard that you've always wanted to go into space, and you performed very well in the astronaut selection."

"In that case, I can give you a break."

"As long as you can meet all the requirements for an astronaut, I can let you participate in the space program and become the first scientist astronaut to fly into space."

Hearing this, Wang Donglai's eyes suddenly lit up.

Flying!

This dream is rooted deep in everyone's heart.

Riding a rocket and traveling to outer space is even cooler than flying into space.

This is one of the reasons why Wang Donglai is obsessed with this matter.

But the more important reason was that Wang Donglai wanted to verify a guess in his mind.

A guess about the system.

"Leader, it's a deal!"

As soon as the old man finished speaking, Wang Donglai responded excitedly, not giving the old man any chance to regret.

"Leader, I saw in the news that next year the 'Long March 5' will be used to lift the 'Chang'e 5' probe into space to achieve a soft landing on the moon and return samples. In addition, they are also preparing to send the 'Tiangong 1' into space to dock with the Tiangong 2 laboratory and carry out tests such as propellant replenishment?"

"Can I participate in these two space missions?"

After Wang Dong finished speaking, he was no longer as calm and composed as before, and a hint of nervousness appeared on his face.

The old man noticed the change in Wang Donglai's expression and was a little surprised.

He didn't expect that Wang Donglai, who always acted calm in front of him, would show such an expression because of this incident.

Although he found Wang Donglai's change quite interesting, the old man still rejected Wang Donglai without hesitation.

"I can't make the decision on this matter, so I can't agree to it."

"It opens a loophole to allow you to participate. This is also because the aerospace field will gradually relax the restrictions on astronauts and allow people with more identities to participate, especially scholars and scientific researchers with identities such as physicists and chemists."

"Originally, this was just a plan on paper, and it is far from being implemented yet."

"However, because of your performance, I think I can give you this opportunity. I also want to see what kind of surprises you can give."

"Space missions are not easy. All I can do is give you a chance. Whether you can seize this opportunity depends on your performance."

"I won't interfere with this!"

The old man shook his head and explained the reason.

After listening to the old man's explanation, Wang Donglai nodded and said, "Leader, I feel relieved with your words."

"After all, I developed the Hercules engine. I don't think many people know this engine better than I do. I don't think anyone would reject my joining."

"If there is really no other way, Galaxy Technology has also obtained the business qualifications for the development of aerospace rockets. I can also build a rocket myself to send myself into space."

Hearing Wang Donglai say this, the old man looked at Wang Donglai with some surprise, as if he was shocked by Wang Donglai's determination, and also somewhat puzzled about Wang Donglai's motives for doing so.

However, the old man did not think much about it, but just thought of the persistence and seriousness of the scientific researchers.

At this moment, there was a knock on the door.

Wang Donglai then realized that the two hours left for him had already passed.

Standing up, Wang Donglai bowed respectfully to the old man and said, "Leader, thank you very much for listening to me."

"Well, don't thank me. Seriously speaking, I should be the one thanking you."

"Without scientists like you, our country wouldn't have developed so fast."

"I just did what I was supposed to do!"

The old man did not accept Wang Donglai's thanks, but declined very politely and modestly.

Wang Donglai could tell that the old man's words were serious and came from the heart, and he was not just saying clichés.

Without saying anything more, Wang Donglai looked at the old man deeply, took it to heart, and left the office.

When Wang Donglai walked out, he met Chief Hu.

"Academician Wang, you don't need to tell me about your previous conversation, and don't leak the content of the conversation."

"Although this is not confidential, it is still a bit beneficial if it can be kept secret."

After the meeting, Chief Hu took the initiative to warn Wang Donglai.

Wang Donglai nodded and said, "I understand!"

"Well, regarding the sixth-generation aircraft, whether the plan is approved or not, from today on, we must treat it as if it never happened."

"Don't worry, everyone who knows about this matter has signed a confidentiality agreement."

Chief Hu was quite satisfied with Wang Donglai's performance. After nodding, he continued to speak.

After hearing what Chief Hu said, Wang Donglai also understood the importance and sensitivity of the matter. Without saying much, he nodded and agreed.

On the way out of the core, Chief Hu told Wang Dong a lot.

Wang Donglai did not show any impatience, but listened to Chief Hu's speech seriously and humbly.

Soon, Wang Donglai left the core.

Looking back, I looked at this majestic core place.

Wang Donglai took a deep breath, calmed himself down, and then left.

This time's harvest was enough for him.

Although it did not receive huge amounts of scientific research funding, it also did not receive any favorable policy support.

However, the biggest gain was being able to communicate with the old man for two hours.

Not to mention, Wang Donglai also got the old man's permission to participate in the aerospace project.

What he needs to do now is to show his true ability and join the new space project openly! (End of this chapter)