Rebirth 07: Start adding points from elementary school students

Chapter 568: The Road Beyond Reach

This shot struck the leaders' hearts.

They actually didn't think Li Yan could complete this additional question.

To say that the questions are too bad is not the case. There is still a basis for the questions.

Previously, the authorities had sent two quantum satellites into space, but both were just "test versions" used to verify feasibility, and each had completed several shootings at ocean targets.

Li Yan did not say whether these two could serve normally, and the official did not ask.

The so-called Schrödinger's state of service.

For the authorities, it is rare to arrange a dud test, so they might as well make it bigger. They can fly one domestically to test Li Yan, and fly one offshore to test other countries. After all, it is a small-scale test, and it can be called a test exercise or flight test.

The most core and main purpose of the leaders' test this time is to test the "practicality" of the "Skydome" anti-missile system.

Can monitoring capture accurately? If captured, can it strike quickly? Can quantum systems respond in time? Are laser weapons and rail guns really useful?

No matter how much scientific knowledge Li Yan had instilled in him or how many experimental results he had produced, there was ultimately only one way to verify such things - that was to see it with one's own eyes.

When the secret launch is instantly locked, when the complex light spots are accurately analyzed, when the dazzling laser tears the sky...

Everything that Li Yan had said before finally took shape.

Very fierce and exaggerated.

From this moment on, "Sky" is truly qualified to replace China's existing anti-missile system.

However, testing a satellite to directly destroy a missile over near-shore waters is another matter entirely.

Very few people knew about this matter, even among the leaders present only a small number knew about it.

The big boss was naturally one of them. After he was extremely active in confirming with the control console that the dud bomb used for the test had indeed been shot down, the look in his eyes when he looked at Li Yan was completely different.

"Was this done by a test satellite?" he asked.

"Yes," Li Yan operated the console with both hands, directing something.

"How is it different from the one that went up recently?"

"It lacks a camouflage system and an automatic defense system, and its modular technology is not yet mature. If 20% of it is damaged, it may become unusable."

"What about now?"

"Even if it's 100% damaged, it can still achieve almost % interception effect. Once the backup railgun is deployed, even if the enemy can break through the layers of obstacles and camouflage, find the location of the quantum satellite and launch an attack, he must be able to remain intact before % of our satellite is destroyed."

"So, the three satellites in the sky are already capable of accurately intercepting missiles?"

"The optimized algorithm is fully synchronized, but because the other two satellites are not in contact with the ground radar, interception during the main push phase is more difficult."

"You're amazing." The big boss suddenly applauded.

Another leader who had worked with him for many years was constantly shaken.

Over the years, he had never heard such strong and heartfelt applause from a senior leader.

My hands turned red from clapping.

Then the whole audience burst into applause.

"If you are willing to follow my deployment plan, you only need to complete the first phase. I think, if we go all out, it will take about half a year to completely free China's key areas from nuclear threats."

It's a bit unreal.

Normally, it is difficult to get overly excited about a earth-shattering project when the first experiment is just completed.

Because it is often a little far from the final product.

Many years ago today, the first atomic bomb was successfully detonated, but it was not the first serious experiment of this project.

After failing, learning from experience, and making progress, there will eventually be a mushroom cloud that makes everyone happy.

Now what's going on?

All leaders expected that it would be "really effective", and the dud bomb near the coast was not detected, so they continued to discuss "how to apply it in actual combat", "how to verify the effectiveness of large-scale construction", etc., and then discussed risk points, what ifs, backup plans, etc., and they might even have to imagine the enemy's desperate actions or hidden killer moves.

As a result, it worked in no time.

A test satellite without ground radar support can actually automatically...

and many more?

Academician Pang realized something and said, "Li Yan, Li Yan, wait wait, let me ask you a question. We didn't even notice the shooting of the No. 2 satellite just now. Who made the decision?"

"Algorithm." Li Yan said, "All flying objects that meet the conditions will automatically launch an attack after being locked and image confirmed in a combat readiness state."

"automatic?"

"'Combat status', these can all be set. If it is not combat status, it can also be manually confirmed by the leader, but in a critical moment when every second counts, there is no need to waste time on decision-making and 'pressing buttons'."

“If there is an error in automatic identification, it will be a big problem.”

"No one can escape this." Li Yan called up the data collected and analyzed before the satellite attack. "There are even clear photos of the missile. Considering the speed, altitude, shape, etc., it can't be a cylindrical fighter jet with a speed of Mach 10, right? There is another picture that I won't post, it's an analysis of the missile's trajectory."

"Old Pang, there's no need to say anything extra." The big leader glared at him, then smiled and took a step forward, extending his hand to Li Yan, "I repeat, Li Yan, China is lucky to have you."

After the big boss made such a statement, others didn’t even dare to join in the fun.

"There is no need to discuss more details today," the senior leader said. "Today is destined to be remembered by history. The international situation will undergo major changes because of this. We must be prepared."

After that, he held Li Yan's hand again and looked at Academician Pang, "Old Pang, prepare a room. I want to talk to Li Yan."

The entire research base became busy in an instant.

"Don't bother. Just prepare a safe house and some water. That's enough."

There were still only two people facing each other. The person who just came in to pour water was of higher rank than Huang Guohui, which to a certain extent reflected the change in Li Yan's status before and after today.

"Li Yan, let me ask you five questions." The leader went straight to the point, his expression more serious than ever before.

"Ask me anything you want, I will tell you everything I know."

"If it is a missile launched from a lighthouse across the ocean, flying at a speed of more than Mach 30, can it be intercepted?"

It's actually possible to reach this speed?
"Yes." Li Yan said, "You can understand that, in terms of 'speed', the technology we use at each step is one level higher than the 'cutting edge' currently exposed. So as long as they don't come up with any higher-level missiles, we can rest assured." "Can you make a spear that can pierce your own shield?"

"Perhaps, but it is not necessary. As long as they cannot build an anti-missile system of the same level as ours, the current spear is sharp enough. This set of deterrence is still based on having what others do not have. In the past, it was a confrontation of both sides being destroyed, but now the balance is completely unbalanced. How the two countries will get along in the future depends on your decision."

"Currently, you are the only one who knows all the key contents of this system?"

"Only I know this. I can guarantee that I am at the forefront of all mankind. Only I can decipher the encrypted information. Even if a spy breaks in and steals the data or dismantles the device, he will not be able to learn it." Li Yan said.

"..." The leader hesitated for a moment, "We will do our best to protect your safety, but...if anything happens to you, will this system be invalidated?"

“Knowing how to use it and maintain it is different from knowing how to create it and upgrade it.”

"One last question." The big boss's expression became much more relaxed. "I have prepared a path for you. Are you willing to take it?"

Li Yan was silent.

"I don't need you to join anything." The big boss said, "I just want to recognize your value and protect your personal safety."

"Personal safety?"

"We will put you in a position equivalent to national security, and any action that threatens your life will be regarded as a nuclear strike."

These words carry too much weight.

Even Li Yan today really didn't know how to respond for a moment.

“Talented people emerge in every generation, but talents like you are not found in every generation... Starting from the basic viewpoint that social existence determines social consciousness, it is believed that the history of social development is first and foremost the history of the development of the production of material means, and that the people are the main body of the material production mode and the creators of social history.” The big leader suddenly talked about historical materialism.

"The materialist conception of history has broken away from the limitations of the heroic conception of history, but Marxism also recognizes the important role of outstanding figures in history," Li Yan added.

The two of them seemed to have suddenly started reciting a political textbook.

"You almost shake my firm belief in historical materialism."

You can't bear to hear that!
Li Yan showed a rare expression of shock.

"I never believe in changing history single-handedly. History is created by the people. But your 'individual strength' is really too amazing. Li Yan, you are only 23 years old. Your achievements are still constantly refreshing the upper limit and breaking through our cognition. I have reason to believe that one day in the future, you will not only represent China, but also represent all mankind, to embark on a more distant journey."

Li Yan really didn't know how to respond, so she could only pick up the tea and take a sip.

"No matter if they are the people or the heroes, they can only adapt to the current level of productivity and function under the conditions provided by the social and economic structure. They cannot transcend objective conditions to create history." The big leader stared at Li Yan, "But you can."

"No, I can't." Li Yan responded quickly, "This is exactly my pain point. To be honest, sir, I am not very satisfied with today's anti-missile system. Similarly, I don't think that using it to attack and defend against aliens is a great salvation. Even to this day, I still can't break through the shackles of 'humanity'. What I have done may have a huge impact, but it has never been able to create a new world."

"So that's how it is..." The leader pondered for a long time.

“I hope to explore the nature of this world and lead all of humanity into a new era.”

"You have such ambitions, no wonder you are not interested in the route I proposed." The big boss smiled and said, "What significance do you hope to have for mankind?"

"The guiding star of human civilization." Li Yan said.

"Since ancient times, extraordinary people have always had ambitions or interests that ordinary people cannot understand..." The big leader sighed, "For you, what kind of results can be considered to have achieved your expectations?"

“It doesn’t even count as controlled nuclear fusion.”

The big boss raised an eyebrow.

"With superconducting materials entering a new era, controlled nuclear fusion is not too far away." Li Yan said, "In the process of developing the anti-missile system, I actually have some ideas about the new device form. Currently, there is a device called the 'Tai Chi Cage', and the experimental results of each step are within the ideal range. Perhaps it won't be too long before you can hear the news of the implementation of controlled nuclear fusion."

"I've heard before that controlled nuclear fusion is more like a key to unlock other research, rather than giving us unlimited energy as the name suggests."

"Other things cannot keep up, and more realistic factors need to be considered. The specifics don't matter. Just make it first, and then there will naturally be corresponding applications."

After saying that, the leader looked at Li Yan.

Li Yan smiled and said, "Grand Unified Theory. The grand unification of physics, or even the grand unification of physics and mathematics, and finally the grand unification of all human knowledge. Find the most basic unit to construct our world and lead mankind into a whole new dimension."

"Although you didn't explicitly refuse," the senior leader sighed, "but these few words sound like a rejection."

"I just don't want to be constrained by anything." Li Yan said, "If you are just doing this for my safety, then I will definitely be grateful."

"There won't be any constraints." The big leader shook his head. "To count the heroes of the past... we still have to look at today. Li Yan, you and I are different. I may leave a few pages in the history books, but you, you are the writer of the history books. After the anti-missile system is deployed, your significance to China will be unimaginable. The most incredible thing is that you are a scientific researcher in your twenties, and you have a higher political influence than politicians."

Um? etc……

"Historical figures come and go, but Li Yan remains forever."

The words were too harsh. Although Li Yan could indeed catch them, it was difficult for her to respond!

"Well, I'll do as you wish. For your safety, I'll raise your status to the same level as national security."

Li Yan nodded, thought about it, and took the initiative to shake hands with the big boss.

"Smoking?"

"No." Li Yan smiled.

The big boss lit up a cigarette and said, "Then don't be disgusted."

"how could be?"

"On a day like today, I can't suppress what's on my mind without a cigarette. From today on, your life may change. Whether you like it or not, you have to walk on a path that others can't catch up with."

Li Yan recalled the last time he went to Beijing to meet with a senior leader and experienced the feeling of "paving the way".

"I can't live an ordinary life anyway." Li Yan took another sip of tea. "But, an ordinary life... there is no need to pursue it anymore. As long as one day in the future, I want to return and have the right to choose, that's all."

“No one can stop you.”

The two fell into a tacit silence.

When the leader finished smoking, he stood up, patted Li Yan on the back, and said:

"Li Yan, I can't guarantee that Lighthouse doesn't know what we did. I think they probably don't dare to use a missile to test the truth right now, but I think they might be one step ahead with virus weapons."

"Come on then." Li Yan said with a smile, "It's another new round of spears and shields. The difference is that our shields have been prepared long ago."

The big boss subconsciously wanted to say "don't take it lightly", but the thought flashed through his mind.

Even advanced pancreatic cancer can be cured, so what else is there to worry about?
(End of this chapter)