Courtyard House: A System Connecting Two Worlds, Resources for the Nation

"Comrade Zhou Feng, since you have such incredible abilities, we think it's best to keep it a secret. So, you shouldn't use your current phone for the time being. Instead, use this one that our Longguo Academy of Sciences independently developed, to prevent it from being cracked by a hacker one day and causing unnecessary trouble."

Lin Su gently pushed a dark gray metal box over, and the lid slowly opened, revealing a black mobile phone with sleek lines and a simple design.

Zhou Feng glanced blankly at Zhou Ming beside him, who nodded slightly, his eyes filled with an indescribable complex emotion.

"This phone has the most advanced specs right now; you can't even buy it anywhere else."

Lin Su continued to explain, lightly tapping the edge of the phone with his finger. A faint blue light immediately illuminated, "It's equipped with our independently developed 'Xuanwu' system, which has seven layers of dynamic encryption protection, a quantum-level firewall, and triple biometric authentication—fingerprint, iris, and voiceprint. Most importantly, it has a built-in proactive defense mechanism. Once any illegal intrusion attempt is detected, it will not only automatically cut off the connection but also trace the source of the attack and send an alert to the nearest national security unit."

Zhou Ming pursed his lips. Although he didn't usually use any mobile apps, this phone represented more than just technology; it represented a status.

Anyway, he's not qualified to get one yet. His grandfather does have one, but he doesn't usually use it.

"Thank you very much, boss!"

Zhou Feng took a deep breath and took the phone out of the box.

It has a slightly cool touch and a moderate weight. The special coating on the back reflects a faint dragon pattern under light.

He followed the instructions and transferred the data from his old phone to the new device via an encrypted cable.

The whole process took only two minutes, but it made the atmosphere in the room much more relaxed.

This also relieved the two people who were secretly watching Zhou Feng.

They were just tech people, and it was bound to be a little awkward when someone they had been monitoring suddenly appeared in front of them.

Fortunately, it won't be needed in the future. Now that Zhou Feng has accepted the phone, it also means to some extent that he has accepted the organization's arrangements and trust.

"Okay, now we can get down to business."

Lin Su adjusted his posture, his gaze sharpening. "Regarding your 'double-door' ability, we need more data and firsthand observation records."

As soon as the topic came up, the experts in the room immediately became lively, with more than a dozen pairs of eyes staring at Zhou Feng, making him suddenly feel like a lab rat.

After all, these experts had only analyzed Zhou Feng's abilities through third-party channels, but had never witnessed them in person.

"Comrade Zhou Feng, based on our previous analysis, your ability seems to have some similarity to the quantum tunneling effect, but it completely violates the existing laws of physics."

An elderly professor with graying hair pushed up his glasses and spoke at an astonishing pace, "Did you feel any discomfort when you traveled through time? Did the difference in the flow of time cause any physical reactions? What laws govern the exchange of matter between the two worlds?"

The questions came at him like a machine gun, and Zhou Feng could only wave his hand with a wry smile: "Teachers, I really don't understand what you're saying. I just... it's just a thought, and it's over. Like breathing, it's a bodily instinct, do you understand?"

This answer obviously did not satisfy the experts, but they naturally understood that many people with extraordinary abilities could not explain their abilities from a scientific perspective.

Seeing the slightly disappointed looks on the experts' faces, Zhou Feng smiled awkwardly: "How about... I go over there now?"

"Wait! Don't put it on yet!"

A group of experts waved their hands at the same time, which startled Zhou Feng.

"We designed a monitoring system that works by collecting data on the events you trigger while traversing..."

"Don't bother explaining, I wouldn't understand anyway. You just need me to travel through that machine, right?"

"right!"

The laboratory below was much larger than Zhou Feng had imagined; it was more like a small gymnasium than a laboratory.

In the center stands a silver-white cylindrical structure, five meters high and about three meters in diameter, its surface covered with a dense array of sensors and indicator lights.

"This is our emergency-assembled 'transboundary energy field monitoring device'," a young researcher explained, his tone filled with undisguised pride. "It can capture all the parameters of anomalous fluctuations in space—gravitational fluctuations, electromagnetic radiation, quantum fluctuations, and even theoretically existing dark matter perturbations."

Zhou Feng was completely confused and could only nod repeatedly.

He was led to stand on a circular platform in the center of the cylinder, and a pure black bracelet was placed on his wrist.

This bracelet looks simple, but it automatically conforms to the skin when worn, and a faint blue halo appears on its surface.

"This is a physiological data monitoring ring that can record all your vital signs in real time, such as your heart rate, blood pressure, and brain waves," the researcher explained. "Don't worry, it uses wireless charging technology and can last for three months on a single charge."

Through the thick explosion-proof glass, Lin Su, Zhou Ming, and a group of experts were busy at the control panel.

Various instruments emitted a low hum, and data streams and 3D models that Zhou Feng couldn't understand flowed across the screens.

"Comrade Zhou Feng, are you ready?" Lin Su's voice came through the loudspeaker.

Zhou Feng took a deep breath and nodded.

It has to be said that after obtaining the double portal, Zhou Feng has traveled back and forth countless times.

But this time travel was definitely the most nerve-wracking one, even more so than when he first gained this ability and foolishly went to the courtyard world.

"Three, two, one, start recording!"

As the command was given, all the instruments started up simultaneously, and a louder hum filled the laboratory.

After adjusting the equipment for a long time behind a glass partition, the experts finally gave him an OK sign.

With a thought, Zhou Feng vanished from the spot.

The control room fell silent, then erupted into a noisy discussion.

"Where's the data? What's been recorded?"

"Gravity readings are normal, electromagnetic field is stable...no abnormalities whatsoever!"

"That's impossible! How can a living person just disappear into thin air without causing any changes in physical parameters?"

"Check the data from the physiological monitoring ring! How's the situation over there?"

A group of people were frantically operating the machine, but Lin Su took a deep breath.

Even though he already knew about the incredible thing that traveling between worlds was possible, it was still quite shocking that a living person could just disappear right in front of him.

Zhou Ming, who was following behind him, did the same thing, and the latter even had a hint of excitement on his face.

It's important to know that... whether it's Zhou Feng, the researchers in front of him, or these machines, their level of secrecy is absolutely extremely high.

He was able to get involved here because he was able to contact Chen Tao and thus connect with Zhou Feng, and also because his background was absolutely clean and his ideological awareness had not been questioned.

As long as Zhou Feng doesn't encounter any accidents and doesn't do anything reckless by getting involved in this incident, the benefits for him will definitely be much greater than imagined!

This is no longer just about exchanges between countries, but about exchanges between worlds!

Seeing that the technicians were still studying the equipment, Lin Su led Zhou Ming back to the office first.

They don't need to know how those machines work, they just need a result.

"You can now help Comrade Zhou Feng contact seed companies. Not just the one you contacted before, but as Comrade Zhou Feng requested, you can look into a few more. I will help you make the necessary connections."

After giving Zhou Ming a few words of advice, Lin Su quickly left.

He wasn't the only one paying attention to Zhou Feng. Now that Zhou Feng had gone to that world, he needed to give a full report to his superiors.

Zhou Feng finally breathed a sigh of relief after safely returning to the world of the courtyard house.

He was incredibly nervous facing such a high-ranking leader, though he didn't show it outright.

The way to relieve tension is naturally to…

"Timi—"

There's nothing we can do about it; he's probably just very adaptable.

After playing a few games in the jungle and messing with the enemy marksman's mentality, my mood inexplicably calmed down.

"I wonder if the experts over there can solve this double-door mystery. If they can figure it out, then I'll be useless to them."

After putting away his phone, Zhou Feng suddenly had a random thought, but then quickly dismissed the idea.

After all, his ability wasn't like others summoning a portal out of thin air, but rather it was inside his own body.

Suddenly, I arrived in another world.

Even if they dissected themselves, they probably wouldn't be able to find the location of the double-door... right?

No, I can't think about this. The more I think about it, the scarier it gets!

Once outside, Zhou Feng hopped on his bicycle and rode towards the Third Steel Rolling Mill.

To be honest, after confronting the modern world, he felt that the pressure on him had been halved, and he felt relaxed both physically and mentally.

At this point, you either need to flirt with Xiaobai Ling or go show off to your buddies.

There's no rush to fall in love, but showing off is a lifelong pursuit!

"Brother Li! I came to see you about... um... I brought you some good stuff!"

Li Huaide, who was still in his office, had just heard this when several black lines appeared on his face.

Who is this? That's incredibly reckless!

Before even entering his office, what the hell was he yelling about in the hallway?

What if people misunderstand me as the kind of leader who accepts gifts from his colleagues?

squeak-

The door opened, and seeing Zhou Feng's slightly smug face, Li Huaide quickly flashed a smile.

Whoops!

My brother Zhou Feng is here, what else can I say?

Forget about giving gifts or not, it just shows how good the relationship is between us brothers!

He immediately noticed the excitement on Zhou Feng's face.

"Brother, looks like you've run into some good news! Tell me so I can share in your joy!"

"There is indeed good news, but I can't tell you, you know!"

Seeing Zhou Feng's somewhat smug expression, Li Huaide instantly understood.

It's definitely a happy occasion, but it's related to higher-ups, so someone of his rank shouldn't know about it.

Could it be that this Brother Zhou Feng has taken another step forward?

That's truly a joyous occasion!

Although he has absolutely no connection with Li Huaide, as long as he gets along well with this Brother Zhou Feng, it will be easy to get promoted in the future.

"Alright, let's not talk about it. Just be happy. The guy in the cafeteria just hired a new head chef. Today, I'd like you to check him out at the cafeteria. How about it?"

"That's definitely a good idea! I just said I was bringing you a gift, but you interrupted me. Wait a minute!"

Seeing Zhou Feng rummaging through his canvas bag, Li Huaide glanced at him but feigned refusal, saying, "Hey, it's a good thing my brother's coming to see me, why bring a gift!"

At that moment, neither of them took the purchasing agent's identity seriously.

Li Huaide even went so far as to describe Zhou Feng's visit to the factory as him coming to see him.

After all, with this person's abilities, even a tiny bit of the purchasing agent's monthly quota would be enough!

After rummaging around for a while, Zhou Feng finally pulled out a delicate sky-blue box.

Opening the box revealed a pure black Casio square watch.

"Come on, bro, see if you like it!"

I took the watch out; the all-metal case gleamed with a cold luster, the silicone strap was soft, the brick wall pattern on the dial changed colors under the light, and the numbers on the LCD screen jumped with the time.

Li Huaide's eyes widened in astonishment.

"This...this is a watch? You're giving this to your brother...this? This is too valuable, I can only look at it, I can't possibly accept it!"

His voice trembled slightly, and his hands shook a little; he hesitated for a long time before taking the watch.

He really didn't dare to accept it.

This watch is clearly not a domestic product; its design is avant-garde, its craftsmanship is exquisite, and he has never seen the complex function markings on the dial before.

If I were to wear this out, forget about explaining it; if I wore it in the morning, the disciplinary committee would probably be knocking on my door by the afternoon.

Zhou Feng, however, didn't care at all: "Brother Li, just keep it. This watch is durable, shockproof, and waterproof, perfect for your kind of work environment. Look, I've even set the time for you according to the radio broadcast."

"No, no, absolutely not." Li Huaide waved his hands repeatedly, fine beads of sweat even appearing on his forehead. "Brother, I appreciate your kindness, but this watch... this watch is too conspicuous. With my status, wearing this would just be asking for trouble, wouldn't it?"

He doesn't have the strength of this brother Zhou Feng. With this thing on him, not to mention him, even his father-in-law wouldn't be able to withstand it!

"Then... why don't you keep it for now and wear it privately?" Zhou Feng asked tentatively.

After hesitating for a long time, Li Huaide finally gritted his teeth and shook his head: "Brother, it's not that I'm not giving you face, it's just that this matter is really untouchable. Here's what we'll do: take the document back first, and we'll talk about it again when things are more relaxed."

"Then I'll listen to Brother Li." Seeing Li Huaide's alarmed expression, Zhou Feng put his watch away again. "But next time I'll get you something else, you can't refuse! Let's go eat, I'm starving."

"Alright! Let's go now!" Li Huaide breathed a sigh of relief and quickly pulled Zhou Feng outside. "Lunchtime is over, brother. Let the new head chef show off his skills; I guarantee you'll be satisfied!"