A live stream of someone hand-making a giant white robot attracted the attention of the government,

Yes, it's troublesome.

She was still on the first level, while he had already flown to the stratosphere.

"Bai Che..." Her throat was terribly dry, "Are you really... sure?"

Upon hearing this, Bai Che stopped what he was doing.

Instead of answering directly, he asked a question in return.

"Mr. Su, do you believe in physics?"

Su Wanqing was taken aback and didn't follow his train of thought.

Bai Che didn't wait for her reply and continued talking to himself.

"As long as the formula is correct, as long as the parameters are not deviated, and as long as each atom is in its proper place."

He stretched out his finger and gently touched the miniature blue universe model in the air. The entire model instantly accelerated its rotation, with countless streams of light appearing and disappearing within it.

"Then the sun will surely rise."

His words were devoid of any passion, as bland as stating a truth like "one plus one equals two".

Su Wanqing fell silent.

She simply watched the spinning universe, and the man who had created it.

Perhaps, he really can do it.

It's ridiculous!

But... damn, it's so exciting!

……

The next morning, Li Jianguo reappeared, still in his crisp military uniform, but the excitement on his face had been suppressed, replaced by an unprecedentedly serious expression.

Behind him were no longer bodyguards, but two men in black suits, their auras sharp as knives.

They weren't carrying any weapons, but just standing there exuded a suffocating pressure.

Li Jianguo walked straight up to Bai Che, his gaze sweeping between Bai Che and Su Wanqing before finally settling on Bai Che.

"Comrade Bai Che, Comrade Su Wanqing."

His address changed; it was no longer simply "Comrade Bai Che," but now included Su Wanqing.

Without any further pleasantries, he took out a thin document from his briefcase.

The document bag was made of ordinary kraft paper, but the seal was stamped with a bright red, never-before-seen dragon-shaped seal.

He gently placed the document on the cold control panel.

A soft "snap" made Su Wanqing's heart skip a beat.

The cover of the document bag had no project name or organization signature; only two words were printed in the boldest black font.

**invite**.

She noticed two even less noticeable words marked in small red print in the upper right corner of the file folder.

**Top Secret**

She had only ever seen those two words in movies.

"What is this?"

Bai Che broke the silence first. He didn't even bother to touch the document, but simply raised his chin to signal Li Jianguo to explain.

This arrogant attitude made the two men in black suits behind Li Jianguo frown slightly, but Li Jianguo was used to it.

He knew that he couldn't use conventional methods with this young man.

"The nation has approved your 'Ark' project."

Li Jianguo spoke clearly and deliberately, enunciating each word distinctly.

"And, we will provide you with a place... where all your fantasies can be fulfilled."

He deliberately emphasized the phrase "all illusions".

Su Wanqing completely forgot to breathe.

She thought what she heard yesterday was the limit, but she never expected that reality would be even more outrageous than her imagination.

The government actually agreed!

We need to build him that underground research lab that's comparable to a doomsday bunker!

"The premise is..."

Li Jianguo's finger gently tapped on the document titled "Invitation".

"Both of you must sign this top-level confidentiality agreement."

His tone suddenly shifted, becoming extremely serious.

"From the moment you sign your name, your identity will be protected and bound by the nation's highest security laws."

"All your scientific research activities will become top state secrets. Without permission, you are not allowed to disclose any related information to anyone, including your family members, and your family members will be under strict protection."

"At the same time, Comrade Bai Che will be restricted from leaving the country, and any application to go abroad must be subject to special approval at the highest level."

Every word was like an invisible chain, binding the two of them together.

This is protection, but it is also confinement.

Su Wanqing subconsciously looked at Bai Che, hoping to see a hint of hesitation or struggle on his face.

However, no.

Bai Che's face still held that lazy, indifferent expression, as if it were none of his business.

He reached out and picked up the document, as casually as if he were picking up a napkin from the table.

He tore open the seal, pulled out the document inside, and without even glancing at it, flipped directly to the last page, to the signature section.

Then, he turned to look at Su Wanqing, looking at her with those eyes that always seemed a little weary, and asked her a question.

"Where's the pen, Mr. Su?"

Su Wanqing was completely dumbfounded by his actions.

Aren't you going to read the contents? This is practically a "contract of servitude"!

Li Jianguo was also stunned. He had prepared countless arguments to deal with Bai Che's possible resistance and negotiations.

But he punched cotton.

The other party didn't care at all.

Su Wanqing mechanically took out a pen from her pocket and handed it over.

Bai Che took the pen and, without the slightest hesitation, quickly signed his name on the top-secret agreement.

The handwriting is neat and elegant, yet it carries a sense of detachment and understanding.

After signing, he pushed the agreement and pen in front of Su Wanqing.

"Your turn, CEO."

He leaned against the control panel, arms crossed, looking like he was watching a good show, which made Su Wanqing both angry and amused.

Su Wanqing looked down at the agreement, at the blank signature field next to Bai Che's signature.

She knew that once she signed her name, her life would be completely changed.

But she didn't pick up the pen immediately.

She raised her head, and for the first time, her beautiful phoenix eyes did not look at Bai Che, but stared directly at Li Jianguo.

"Representative Li, I have a question."

Her voice regained its usual coolness and composure.

"If I also sign this agreement, will my workplace also be in that 'mysterious place'?"

Li Jianguo was taken aback, then nodded.

"That's the principle. You are the core of the project, so it's safest and most convenient for you to stay together."

Upon hearing this, Su Wanqing slowly shook her head.

"No."

Her refusal was swift and decisive, taking everyone by surprise.

"My battlefield should not be underground."

Su Wanqing's finger gently touched the USB drive that Bai Che had just tossed onto the table.

"Bai Che is in charge of creation, so someone needs to stand in front of him and shield him from all the storms of the real world."

She straightened up, and the powerful aura of the student council president returned, even more formidable than ever before.

"Zero Boundary Technology needs a CEO. Someone who can truly transform it from a concept into a business empire. Someone who can stand in the open and navigate the complexities of all capital and power, buying time and space for them."

"So, I will sign a confidentiality agreement and become part of your 'plan.' But I request to remain outside."

Her words were resounding and powerful.

Li Jianguo looked at the young girl in front of him.

He originally thought she was just a capable assistant to Bai Che, but now he realized that she was a brilliant strategist with the same clear strategic vision and great courage!

Bai Che is in the dark, she is in the light.

One is responsible for wreaking havoc in the technological arena, while the other is responsible for conquering the world in the commercial arena.

This... is the most perfect structure!

"I agree."

Li Jianguo made a decision almost without hesitation.

Bai Che suddenly felt that dumping those troublesome things on her wasn't so bad after all.

Su Wanqing said no more, picked up the pen, and solemnly signed her name on the agreement.

This time, however, there was an extra parenthesis after her identity.

(External executor).

Li Jianguo put away the documents, his expression solemn.

"Comrade Bai Che, we can prepare to depart."

"Comrade Su Wanqing, the government will provide all necessary support for Zero Boundary Technology's external operations. A specialist will contact you shortly."

And that's how it was settled.

Outside the door, Wang Tao, who had somehow slipped back, once again put on a crying scene, clinging to someone's leg.

"Brother Che! You can't leave! What will I do if you leave!"

Bai Che looked disgusted and tried to pull his leg out, but then an idea popped into his head.

He cleared his throat and patted Wang Tao on the shoulder with a serious expression.

"Comrade Wang Tao, the organization has an even more important task for you."

Upon hearing this, Wang Tao immediately stopped crying, looked up sharply, and his face was full of anticipation.

"What task? I guarantee I'll complete it!"

Bai Che suppressed a laugh and spoke in a heavy tone, as if entrusting his affairs to someone.

"President Su is working too hard on her own outside. The company needs a mascot to support her and stabilize morale. This important task is entrusted to you."

"in addition……"

He leaned close to Wang Tao's ear and spoke in a voice that only the two of them could hear.

Please mark "present" for all my general education classes.

Wang Tao's expression froze instantly.

Half an hour later.

The abandoned military airport on the outskirts of Hefei.

A gray transport plane without any markings waited quietly.

This time, the area beneath the gangway became a scene of farewell.

Su Wanqing and Wang Tao stood in the wind, watching Bai Che walk alone towards the silent behemoth.

"Hey, Bai Che!"

Su Wanqing suddenly called out to him.

Bai Che stopped and turned around.

The wind tousled her long hair, but she didn't care; she just stared at him intently.

Promise me one thing.

"explain."

"Take good care of yourself."

Su Wanqing's voice wasn't loud, but it clearly pierced through the roar of the propellers.

"Don't let me, as CEO, lose my boss before I even take office."

Bai Che was stunned for a moment, then burst into laughter.

He didn't answer, but just waved to her and walked into the cabin without looking back.

The heavy hatch slowly closed, separating the two worlds.

The massive transport plane began to taxi, accelerate, and finally roared into the sky, disappearing into the hazy horizon.

Su Wanqing stood still for a long time.

Until Wang Tao whispered something beside her.

"President Su, Brother Che has just left. What should we do now?"

She gripped the USB drive in her pocket, which contained the secret to a technological empire, and turned to walk back to the car she had come from.

"go back."

"Meeting! Our war has only just begun."