Our great nation of China traverses the multiverse.

"Please enter the meeting room, everyone."

He did not want to answer reporters' questions here.

This is undoubtedly a waste of time.

He led a large group of reporters into the lobby of the command center.

Standing on the high platform, Mr. Zhu squeezed the microphone to make sure there were no problems, and then glanced at the entire audience.

His imposing presence, though not angry, compelled all the reporters to listen.

At this moment, the live broadcast of the moon landing also switched to this location.

After a few seconds of pause, Zhu Jincheng smiled and said loudly:

"Ladies and gentlemen, in five hours, it will be the time for the launch test of our country's manned lunar landing spacecraft."

"After discussions at the space agency, we decided to name the rocket for this flight 'Storm 9,' and the lunar landing mission 'Moon Landing' program!"

Mr. Zhu explained the issues related to the rocket and the mission, then looked at the reporter with a serious expression, gazing at the bright moon outside the window.

In a slightly hoarse voice, he asked everyone present, "Why did we choose to land on the moon now? Does everyone feel it's sudden and unprepared?"

The reporters on the ground exchanged glances.

These are two questions that people all over the world have.

why.

Suddenly, China announced that it would launch a lunar rocket in a month and, if all went well, complete a manned lunar landing within the year.

This is just too fast.

This time, the preparation for a space mission usually takes one or two years, which is undoubtedly extraordinary.

Seeing the puzzled looks on everyone's faces, Old Zhu smiled slightly, a hint of confidence appearing on his face.

He tilted his head back slightly, cleared his throat, and shouted in an excited tone:

"We choose to go to the moon now not because it is difficult, but because it is no longer so difficult."

"We have sufficient talent and technology, and a stable plan to move forward."

"This is not a Cold War mentality, where we would take any risk, no matter how difficult, just to compete with an opposing camp for political discourse."

"We chose to go to the moon simply because—"

"We believe we can and should go to the moon!"

"We chose to go to the moon simply because we believed that the technology was no longer a challenge; we wanted to go up, so we did it!"

The loud voice echoed in the command hall for a long time.

As soon as he finished speaking, excited applause erupted from the reporters in the hall.

Mr. Zhu's words were so inspiring and made me feel proud.

We chose to go to the moon not because we were vying for dominance with an enemy, but because our technology was no longer a challenge, we wanted to go, so we did it.

What a confident and proud reason this is!

The press conference was a huge success.

The atmosphere in the live stream room was now electric.

"We wanted to go, so we did!" His domineering presence left Marshal Zhu speechless!

"Wow, I'm so excited! This is like a motivational speech! Awesome!"

"We can and should go to the moon!"

"Wow wow wow wow!!!"

"Five hours to go! Success on the first launch! Let's go!"

"..."

"Professor Zhu's speech was truly inspiring; it got my blood pumping!"

Fang Jing, who was at the base, was also horrified by what he heard.

He felt that this video would definitely become a family heirloom.

Such a classic speech is sure to go down in history.

That statement, "We wanted to go, so we did," was filled with unwavering confidence and determination.

"Holy crap, we've landed on the moon!"

Fang Jing was filled with anticipation.

It's not just about the act of landing on the moon; it's also about the fact that, after landing, China will likely begin building a lunar base without delay.

The lunar base has been successfully built...

He would then be able to know the sentence that suddenly appeared in his mind that day.

"Come on, come to the moon, land on the moon, and establish a lunar base."

What does it mean?

"A lunar base, huh? The stars and the sea have never been so close to us."

Five hours have passed in the blink of an eye, and the lunar rocket is ready to launch!

Chapter 24 One shot into the soul

1 a.m. on April 31.

The protective shield has been opened, and the rocket itself is now fully exposed to the public.

The arrow is straight and has a diameter of over ten meters.

The arrow has a tall shaft, reaching a length of 150 meters.

The Storm 9 is mainly composed of sixteen main engines and twenty-eight attitude control engines.

Its overall color scheme is a stark white and black, which is rarely seen in Chinese rocket paint schemes.

The fuel injection port is emitting condensed water mist.

The entire rocket resembled a sword gleaming coldly, standing tall amidst the mist.

Countless lights shone on it.

Tonight, it is undoubtedly the star of the show, and all eyes are on it.

Inside the command center.

The director of the space agency, Zhang Zhaoming, looked at Zhu Jincheng with a mixture of amusement and exasperation, and said helplessly:

"Mr. Zhu, can't you give us a few more months? With our current funds, if we make a reusable rocket, we can save a lot of money."

"Why bother with recyclability? We're all about efficiency. Use it and then throw it away!"

Zhu Jincheng rolled his eyes, not wanting to explain to this little rascal.

Do you want me to tell you that once we establish a lunar base on the moon and reach a cooperation agreement with the world of The Wandering Earth, a space elevator will no longer be a dream?

Moreover, the world of The Wandering Earth has planetary engines.

To be honest, Zhu Jincheng wouldn't even look at a mere hydrogen-oxygen engine rocket!

Once we've dealt with the other side, wouldn't it be better to just give them a nuclear fusion engine?

What's the use of a reusable chemical rocket if it can land on Mars? China wants to develop this, not because of technology, but because of money.

As for now, they simply don't think much of this thing.

Chemical rocket engines are just transitional devices; once used, they're discarded. What's there to feel bad about?

It's only worth a few dollars.

Once the exoskeleton battery technology becomes outdated, it will be deployed for civilian use.

You'll earn it back in no time.

"Yes, yes, yes, the money and technology you secured for us are your decision."

Zhang Zhaoming nodded helplessly after hearing Zhu Jincheng's words.

The arms cannot twist the thighs.

Once this lunar mission is complete, they will gradually work on recyclability.

"Old Zhu, there's one minute left before launch!"

Just as the two were talking, a researcher spoke up to remind them.

Upon hearing the reminder, the two immediately refocused their attention on the large screen.

"Attention all units, one minute countdown, get ready!"

The commander's clear and loud voice rang out.

"Dawn, the tower has successfully separated."