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It has 13 launch pads that can launch manned spacecraft, large carrier rockets, space shuttles and various missiles.

It has successfully launched the world's first artificial satellite and the first manned spacecraft.

The Baikonur Cosmodrome is the starting point for mankind's dream of flying into space to come true.

In this desert, Soviet astronauts once created countless world firsts.

However, with the disintegration of the Soviet Union.

Baikonur is used by Kazakhstan, but the country is in financial difficulties and cannot afford such a huge space launch center.

Its glory came to an abrupt end, and a large number of experts and technicians left the place where they had worked for most of their lives.

Among them, the famous Buran space shuttle is a typical example of Baikonur's decline. As a former pride of the Soviet Union, it was even superior to Uncle Sam's space shuttle in many technical aspects.

But the space shuttle only made one unmanned space flight before it was dismantled due to funding shortages and the collapse of the Soviet Union.

The project was abandoned and buried at Baikonur.

There was still more than a year before the collapse of the Soviet Union.

When Chu Zihang arrived here, he could see from every detail that the entire Baikonur was declining.

As I walked along, the scenes I saw were all filled with desolation.

The guards were listless and gathered together playing cards.

When we entered the launch center, we didn’t see many people on the road.

Back then, this place gathered the entire Soviet Union's aerospace elites, making it a world-famous aerospace city.

There are basically groups of technicians and experts on the road discussing technical issues while walking.

Nowadays, the entire aerospace city is like a ghost town.

"Yuri, you can see that this place has become a forgotten place of the Soviet Union."

"Even for just a hundred meters, you can get the most powerful aerospace expert or technician ever."

In the jeep.

Vladimir pointed to the desolate Baikonur Cosmodrome and sighed.

"I only care about whether it can be launched?" Chu Zihang said, looking at the empty space center.

"The launch should be fine, but aviation fuel is a problem," said Vladimir.

"How much do you need? I'll get it." Chu Zihang frowned and said.

"I don't know the exact amount, but let's go meet Admiral Makarov, the head of the space center."

"also."

……

The two jeeps drove for a while and then stopped in front of a building.

The whole building looks a bit run-down.

It is hard to imagine that this was once the world's first aerospace center and the birthplace of human exploration of space.

As soon as Chu Zihang, Vladimir and others got off the car, they saw a bearded old man in a military coat standing at the bottom of the stairs, who had been waiting for a long time.

The bearded old man with a red nose looks like a circus clown.

In fact, it is rosacea, which only people who drink alcohol frequently have.

"Little Vladimir, long time no see. Why did you think of this godforsaken place like mine?"

"And... this young Chinese man is the international arms dealer you mentioned?"

The bearded old man walked over and gave Vladimir a Soviet-style bear hug.

Then, he looked at Chu Zihang standing beside him.

"General Makarov, nice to meet you." Chu Zihang felt the gaze and immediately smiled and extended his hand.

"Nice to meet you, young man."

Makarov shook hands with him, but was not particularly enthusiastic.

Chu Zihang didn't care. Everyone would do the same before seeing any substantial benefits.

As long as you pay enough money, the other party will be as enthusiastic as a pug.

Realistic?

Yes, that’s the reality when it comes to money.

The world is profit-oriented.

In order to help Chu Zihang achieve his goal, Vladimir found a topic to introduce the topic: "Uncle, I heard from my aunt that you haven't been having a good time recently?"

"Hey, forget it. Those high-ranking officials in Red Square have their heads stuck in their butts. They actually want to abandon the Baikonur Cosmodrome."

Makarov looked indignant and wanted to run to the Red Square in the capital to beat up those senior officials.

Chu Zihang on the side had a strange look on his face. What did Vladimir call Makarov?

uncle?!

Wow, are they all family?

Which powerful family in the Russian Kingdom in the previous life did Vladimir's family come from?

Could it be...

Suddenly!

Chu Zihang thought of something, but felt it was a little unlikely.

But when you think about this world, there are many things that are even more outrageous and coincidental than in novels, movies and TV dramas.

For example, on the CX battlefield that year, at the scene of the most intense conflict between different civilizations, a high-level competition that highly reflected the core values of the Olympics and world peace was successfully held.

The absurdity of this is not something you would see even in the most outrageous novels, but the Chinese people did it so naturally.

Regardless of whether Westerners can do it or not, it is extremely difficult even if they try to imagine it.

First, you have to ensure that so many countries can come to fight you. Second, you have to ensure that so many countries cannot beat you even if they unite. Finally, you have to make them convinced by your strong and inclusive cultural core, and it is generally recognized that you should be their referee.

My goodness, this is even more outrageous than collecting all the dragon balls to summon a dragon.

So it's really possible that it was him...

After all, there are only a few people whose surnames contain Vladimir.

He couldn't think of anyone else except the black car driver.

But family is good, and it’s easier to get things done with acquaintances.

Then, Chu Zihang listened to Makarov and Vladimir chattering for a long time.

He didn't interrupt, just listened quietly.

During this period, Chu Zihang probably understood what it meant. It was nothing more than abandoning the Baikonur Launch Center and incorporating it into Kazakhstan.

The ongoing Buran project was also suspended, and the second Buran was almost completed.

Makarov certainly didn't want to give up now.

After so much hard work, who would be willing to just give up?!

……

A few minutes later.

After venting his anger, Makarov glanced at Chu Zihang and said to him without any reservation, "Vladimir, you said this Chinese guy wants to use our rocket to launch a satellite?"

"Uncle, yes, the price is negotiable." Vladimir smiled and said.

"There is no problem with the launch, but unfortunately there is a shortage of combined fuel. A rocket needs at least 5 tons to launch a satellite." Makarov's words were obviously meant for Chu Zihang to hear.

Hear this.

Chu Zihang smiled slightly and said confidently, "General, fuel is no problem. I can get it for you."

"Even a large launch vehicle can use the 41.1 kilograms of combined fuel it needs."

There are three types of fuel commonly used in rockets: kerosene, liquid hydrogen, and liquid oxygen. Fuels are divided into liquid rocket fuel and solid rocket fuel.

The fuel used to launch a large carrier rocket is a combination of solid and liquid fuel, weighing 41.1 kilograms.

Satellites don't need that many.

"Young man, it's not good to brag."

Makarov was obviously a little bit unconvinced when he heard this and thought he was bragging.

See this.

Chu Zihang knew that if he didn't show some sincerity, he would not be able to succeed.

"General, since this is our first meeting, I don't have anything to give you as a gift. I brought you the best vodka and rum." Chu Zihang said, snapping his fingers.

White Ghost and Snake Eyes behind him understood what he meant and immediately opened the trunk of the car, taking out a box of vodka and a box of rum respectively.

He came to Makarov and opened the box, revealing a box full of vodka and rum.

"In addition, there are 20 boxes in the trunk of each car. They are all gifts for you, General. I hope you will accept them." Chu Zihang said with a smile.

I saw two boxes of wine and smelled twenty more boxes in the trunks of two cars.

Makarov's blue eyes lit up instantly, and if a light bulb was plugged in, they would definitely light up.

"Haha, that's so embarrassing."

Makarov laughed loudly and said polite words, but his hand dishonestly took out a bottle of vodka from the box.

Bang!

He opened the bottle cap and started drinking without saying a word.

In the blink of an eye, half a bottle was finished!

"Hurry~ Good wine!"

"It's been a long time since I've had such pure alcohol. Drinking lab-grown alcohol almost made me vomit."

Makarov put down the bottle, burped sweetly, and looked contented.

next second.

He pulled Chu Zihang passionately, like a pimp.

"Dear Davarishi, come here."

"I'll show you around our great Baikonur Cosmodrome!"

"..."

Chu Zihang rolled his eyes and laughed.

Knew it!

As long as the Soviets have wine, they will treat you as their brother.

Chapter 166: The decline of the alliance is inevitable, the tip of the iceberg of the world

Baikonur Cosmodrome.

As the Soviet Union's space holy land, there are three large launch areas, namely the Central Launch Area, the East Launch Area and the West Launch Area.

Led by Makarov, Chu Zihang first arrived at the central launch area.

The launch area was developed from the R-7 and R-9 intercontinental ballistic missile launch sites. Its main facilities include the final assembly and test plant, the control and test building, a large ground launch pad, underground launch silos, propellant storage depots, liquid oxygen plants and other auxiliary facilities as well as administrative, training and residential buildings.

Over the past half century, more than 2500 rockets have been launched from here, more than 3000 spacecraft have been put into orbit, and more than 130 astronauts have been sent into space.

The first artificial satellites, including Soyuz and Buran, were launched from the central launch area.

It is a pity……

When the Soviet Union decided to give up this place, its glory had come to an end and became a thing of the past.

We have just entered the 1990s and the large-scale loss of personnel has not yet begun, but in the second half of the year.