Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Yi receives new AR equipment and accessories.
• Chen Yi plays an online game and gets frustrated due to his team's loss.
• Xia Keke brings lunch for Chen Yi and discusses Yifei's recent developments with him.
• Chen Yi decides to keep Xia Keke and Qin Xiaoyu at the current studio and lab after Yifei's restructuring.
• Chen Yi starts working on an external display and control device for the AR equipment.

Character Developments

• Chen Yi: Shows his competitive nature in gaming and his laid-back, hands-off management style at Yifei. He also demonstrates his technical prowess in modifying the AR equipment.
• Xia Keke: Exhibits loyalty to Chen Yi and expresses her preference for staying at the current studio and lab. She also shows understanding of Yifei's recent developments and Chen Yi's work style.

Significant Themes

• Work-life balance: Chen Yi's gaming and tinkering contrast with his responsibilities as Yifei's CEO.
• Company restructuring: Yifei's plans to merge and expand, leading to changes in management and employee roles.
• Technological innovation: Chen Yi's modifications to the AR equipment showcase his technical skills and the company's focus on cutting-edge technology.

Character Interactions

• Chen Yi and Xia Keke: They have a friendly, comfortable working relationship. Xia Keke understands Chen Yi's work style and preferences, and Chen Yi values Xia Keke's loyalty and input.
• Chen Yi and Qin Xiaoyu (off-page): Xia Keke mentions Qin Xiaoyu's opinion on Manager He and Yifei's restructuring, indicating a close working relationship between the three of them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Yi upgrades his AR glasses, enhancing his gaming experience.
• He creates a brainwave control headband to interact with the AR.
• Chen Yi tests his brainwave control setup in games, resulting in account bans due to his superior performance.
• He plans to launch a drone to the moon during the lunar window.

Character Developments

• Chen Yi demonstrates his technical prowess by upgrading the AR glasses and creating a brainwave control headband.
• He shows determination and confidence in his abilities, deciding to launch a drone to the moon.

Significant Themes

• Technological advancement and innovation, as Chen Yi pushes the boundaries of AR and brainwave control.
• The impact of technology on society, seen through Chen Yi's account bans due to his superior gaming performance.

Character Interactions

• Chen Yi interacts with in-game characters and other players, leading to his account bans.
• He shares his plans and progress on his self-media accounts, engaging with his online audience.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Yi's lunar drone project is discovered by his employees, Xia Keke and Qin Xiaoyu.
• Chen Yi prepares for the drone's lunar flight, planning its trajectory and orbit.
• He seeks help from Flower Arm Zhang and model drone dealers to transport the drone.
• Chen Yi applies for a test flight with the Air Traffic Control Bureau, causing confusion due to the lunar destination.
• The Air Traffic Control Bureau approves the flight up to Earth's orbit but directs Chen Yi to contact the Space Administration for the lunar part.

Character Developments

• Chen Yi demonstrates his determination and seriousness in his work, even under scrutiny.
• Xia Keke and Qin Xiaoyu show their loyalty and support for Chen Yi's projects.
• Flower Arm Zhang and the model drone dealers exhibit their willingness to help Chen Yi, recognizing his potential.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and determination in pursuing innovative projects (Chen Yi's lunar drone).
• Professionalism and responsibility in handling unusual situations (Air Traffic Control Bureau's response).
• Recognition of potential and the desire to be associated with success (model drone dealers' behavior).

Character Interactions

• Chen Yi interacts professionally with the Air Traffic Control Bureau, assuming they were conducting a safety check when they asked if he had been drinking.
• Chen Yi works collaboratively with Xia Keke, Qin Xiaoyu, Flower Arm Zhang, and the model drone dealers to prepare for the lunar flight.
• The Air Traffic Control Bureau operator and Chen Yi have a misunderstanding due to the unusual flight plan, leading to a brief moment of tension.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Yi announces his second aerospace mission, causing a stir online.
• He prepares two drones: one for lunar exploration and another for signal relay.
• The lunar exploration drone takes off, tracked and filmed by a team called the Hurricane Team.

Character Developments

• Chen Yi demonstrates his confidence and determination in pursuing aerospace exploration using drones.
• Qin Xiaoyu is entrusted with controlling the signal relay drone.
• The Hurricane Team shows professionalism and eagerness in tracking and filming the drone's ascent.

Significant Themes

• The spirit of space pioneering and exploration.
• The use of technology and innovation in aerospace.
• The importance of teamwork and collaboration, as seen in the Hurricane Team's efforts.

Character Interactions

• Chen Yi interacts with Qin Xiaoyu, entrusting her with controlling the signal relay drone.
• Chen Yi communicates with the Hurricane Team, switching to their tracking footage when his own camera's view becomes blurry.
• The Hurricane Team members interact among themselves, coordinating to track and film the drone's ascent effectively.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Yi initiates full acceleration for the lunar landing drone, which exhibits unusual engine behavior.
• Shao Kaiwang, Wu Ande, Lin Qian, and others watch the livestream at Jinling University.
• They notice that the number of Mach rings in the drone's tail flame doesn't match its speed, indicating an engine efficiency beyond current technology.
• Lin Weijie identifies the engine as a rotating detonation engine, which is still in the laboratory stage.
• Shao Kaiwang shares the livestream link with his advisor, who calls him, expressing concern about the video's source.
• The drone enters the parabolic escape phase, accelerating to escape Earth's gravity.
• Netizens and university clubs across different locations track and film the drone, reporting normal flight conditions.

Character Developments

• Shao Kaiwang demonstrates his technical expertise by noticing the anomaly in the drone's engine.
• Lin Weijie shows his knowledge of engine types by identifying the engine as a rotating detonation engine.
• Chen Yi focuses on the drone's high-speed parameters, velocity, angle, and other data, displaying his professionalism.

Significant Themes

• Technological Innovation: The use of a rotating detonation engine, which is still in the laboratory stage, highlights the theme of technological advancements.
• Collaboration and Support: The involvement of netizens and university clubs in tracking and filming the drone emphasizes the importance of collective effort and support.

Character Interactions

• Shao Kaiwang interacts with his advisor, sharing the livestream link and discussing the engine's anomaly.
• Netizens and university clubs communicate their tracking and filming progress, fostering a sense of community and shared purpose.
• Chen Yi interacts with Qin Xiaoyu, instructing her to launch another drone to maintain communication with the lunar landing drone.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Yi's drone successfully takes off and reaches an altitude of 800 meters, creating a sonic boom.
• The drone's signal is relayed through a drone controlled by Chen Yi, allowing for continuous tracking and filming.
• The drone enters a parabolic trajectory, heading towards the Pacific Ocean.
• The drone's signal is lost, and it's reported to the Penghai Air Traffic Control Bureau.
• Chen Yi's drone enters orbital flight, with two-fifths of its fuel propellant remaining.
• The drone's orbital trajectory is calculated, and times and angles for tracking and shooting are provided.

Character Developments

• Chen Yi demonstrates his expertise in drone control and orbital flight calculations.
• Lin Xiaobei, an air traffic controller, is initially confused by the drone's purpose but later understands its significance.
• Qin Xiaoyu, Chen Yi's assistant, receives a call from the Penghai City Bureau regarding Chen Yi.

Significant Themes

• Pursuit of scientific and technological advancements (drone's lunar landing).
• Global cooperation and participation in a scientific event (netizens tracking and shooting the drone).
• Communication and information exchange (Chen Yi's drone relay signal, netizens sharing tracking data).

Character Interactions

• Chen Yi interacts with Qin Xiaoyu, giving her instructions and receiving updates.
• Lin Xiaobei interacts with Zhang Qin, discussing the drone's signal loss and its purpose.
• Netizens interact with each other, sharing information and preparing to track and shoot the drone.

Chen Yi, a young man with a calm and composed demeanor, was currently in a seaside park. He had just successfully broadcasted a live stream of a drone landing on the moon, an unprecedented feat that had garnered over three million views. The live stream was filled with netizens' excited comments and cheers.
However, Chen Yi seemed unfazed by the commotion. He was more concerned about the impending visit from some secret project or department. He knew that the lunar drone's performance today was too terrifying, and it was only a matter of time before they came knocking.
Chen Yi quickly packed up the drone's control antenna, live broadcast equipment, transmission cables, control pedals, and other items, preparing to leave. As he was about to get into the car, he saw two vehicles driving into the park and stopping nearby. Director Xu Hui, whom he had met earlier that day, got out of the first car and walked over.
"Mr. Chen," Director Xu Hui greeted, "When Yifei causes trouble next time, can you keep it low-key? If this happens a few more times, my old bones won't be able to handle it."
Chen Yi smiled and replied, "Brother Xu, please don't call me Mr. Chen. I'm a few years younger than you, so you can call me Xiao Yi or Chen Yi."
Director Xu Hui laughed and said, "Then I'll call you Brother Chen. Come, Brother, let me introduce you to..."
Before Director Xu Hui could finish, Chen Yi interrupted him, "There are other people here, Brother Xu. You don't need to introduce them. I already know their identities."
Chen Yi looked at the group of young men with sharp haircuts and dignified strides, and the old man in the middle with white hair and a scholarly aura. He knew that these were people with military backgrounds, at the academician level. If they were to be introduced in detail, everyone present would probably have to sign a non-disclosure agreement and be "404-ed."
The old man at the forefront walked up to Chen Yi and extended his hand, saying, "President Chen, would you like to step out for a bit? There are some questions we need your cooperation in the investigation."
Chen Yi shook hands with the old man and said, "No problem, cooperating with the investigation is a citizen's duty."
As Chen Yi got into the business van, Xia Keke, Qin Xiaoyu, and Flower Arm Zhang watched him leave with worry and envy. They knew that Chen Yi was about to face some serious trouble, but they also knew that this trouble would bring incredible opportunities for Yifei.
Meanwhile, Chen Yi was in the business van, answering the old man's questions. The old man asked, "President Chen, do you know why we're here?"
Chen Yi replied, "I have a rough idea. It's about the lunar drone's performance today, right?"
The old man nodded and said, "Yes, that's correct. The lunar drone's performance today was too terrifying. We need to understand the technology behind it and ensure that it doesn't fall into the wrong hands."
Chen Yi nodded and said, "I understand. I'm willing to cooperate fully with the investigation."
The old man smiled and said, "That's good to hear. We'll need to take a look at the drone's control system, flight data, and other related information. We'll also need to conduct a thorough inspection of your company's facilities and research and development capabilities."
Chen Yi agreed, "No problem. I'll arrange for my team to cooperate fully with your investigation."
As they spoke, the business van arrived at Yifei's headquarters. Chen Yi led the old man and his team into the building, ready to face the challenges ahead. Little did he know that this investigation would mark the beginning of Yifei's transformation into a military-grade special supplier, bringing unprecedented opportunities and challenges for the company and its employees.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Yi meets an unknown elder, later revealed to be a professor, in his car.
• The professor asks Chen Yi about the rotating detonation engine used in Yifei's lunar drone.
• Chen Yi explains the engine's workings and agrees to share the technology with the country.
• The professor invites Chen Yi to pursue a direct Ph.D. to improve his foundational knowledge, but Chen Yi declines.
• The professor suggests Chen Yi stop broadcasting the lunar flight phase for security reasons, and Chen Yi agrees.

Character Developments

• Chen Yi: Shows maturity and understanding of the world, no longer naive. He's willing to share his technology but declines the professor's offer to pursue higher education.
• The Professor: Recognizes Chen Yi's genius in aerospace but notices his weak foundational knowledge. He genuinely wants to help Chen Yi improve but respects his decision not to return to school.

Significant Themes

• Education vs. Experience: Chen Yi values his practical experience over formal education, choosing to self-study rather than return to school.
• Technology Sharing: Chen Yi is willing to share his rotating detonation engine technology with the country, understanding its potential impact.
• Security and Privacy: The professor warns Chen Yi about the risks of exposing too many technical details, highlighting the importance of personal safety.

Character Interactions

• Chen Yi and the Professor: They engage in an in-depth technical discussion, with the professor recognizing Chen Yi's genius but also his academic gaps. Despite their different views on education, they show mutual respect.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Yi is secretly investigated by Professor Zhang, who confirms Chen Yi's genius in drone technology and lack of external forces behind Yifei.
• Chen Yi anticipates a security review and has prepared for it by addressing his knowledge gaps through virtual learning.
• Chen Yi returns to the studio late at night, and his employees express their concern about his whereabouts.
• Chen Yi reveals he was invited to pursue a direct doctoral program but declined.
• Chen Yi plans to upgrade the rotating detonation engine, research the Hall thruster, and develop a more advanced space drone.

Character Developments

• Chen Yi: Shows his strategic thinking and passion for designing drones, indicating his interest in pursuing higher education despite declining the direct doctoral program invitation.
• Professor Zhang: Recognizes Chen Yi's genius and recommends him for a direct doctoral program.
• Flower Arm Zhang: Expresses envy and frustration at Chen Yi's academic achievements, hinting at his own regrets about not studying harder.

Significant Themes

• Genius and talent: Chen Yi's exceptional abilities in drone technology are recognized by Professor Zhang.
• Education and self-improvement: Chen Yi's decision to decline the direct doctoral program invitation suggests his focus on practical application and personal growth rather than academic titles.
• Friendship and envy: Flower Arm Zhang's reaction to Chen Yi's academic achievements highlights the complex dynamics of their friendship and the envy that can arise from another's success.

Character Interactions

• Chen Yi and Professor Zhang: Their interaction reveals Professor Zhang's recognition of Chen Yi's talent and his attempt to mentor him.
• Chen Yi and Flower Arm Zhang: Their interaction showcases their friendship and Flower Arm Zhang's envy of Chen Yi's academic achievements.
• Chen Yi and his employees: Their interaction demonstrates their concern for Chen Yi's well-being and their eagerness to support him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Yi designs a new drone using ion propulsion, which requires extensive research and development.
• He spends over half a month on the project, keeping a low profile except for posting a lunar photo on the 15th day of the lunar calendar.
• Chen Yi clarifies the challenges of ion propulsion and decides to use a different design approach for entering space.
• He plans to order a supercomputer for AI assistance in the drone's avionics control system.

Character Developments

• Chen Yi demonstrates his dedication and meticulousness in designing his new drone, marking a significant milestone in his career.
• He Yu, as the manager of Yifei Company, shows responsibility and concern for the company's financial health, trying to minimize loans despite Yifei's excellent cash flow.

Significant Themes

• Technological Innovation: Chen Yi's pursuit of new drone designs and propulsion methods highlights the theme of technological innovation.
• Financial Management: He Yu's focus on controlling debt and leverage emphasizes the importance of responsible financial management.
• Leadership and Decision Making: Chen Yi's hands-off management style and impulsive decision to buy a supercomputer raise questions about his leadership approach.

Character Interactions

• Chen Yi and He Yu discuss the purchase of a supercomputer, with He Yu expressing concern about the financial implications and Chen Yi being more focused on the technological aspects.
• He Yu reminds Chen Yi of his promise to provide ultra-high energy batteries for the company's new battery production line.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Yi confirms the mass production process for ultra-high energy batteries will be validated in ten days.
• He Yu is tasked with creating a stock option incentive plan for Yifei employees.
• Chen Yi approves He Yu's improvements in employee benefits and working environment.
• Chen Yi creates a simple ion thruster using a cola can and other materials, enhancing its attributes using consciousness waves.

Character Developments

• Chen Yi shows his commitment to improving employee welfare and rejects profit maximization, earning He Yu's respect and admiration.
• Chen Yi demonstrates his technical prowess by creating a functional ion thruster from a cola can.

Significant Themes

• The importance of employee welfare and fair compensation.
• The power of technology and innovation, even in simple, everyday objects.
• Chen Yi's philosophy of not exploiting employees and seeking to change the world with technology.

Character Interactions

• Chen Yi and He Yu discuss employee compensation and benefits, leading to mutual respect and understanding.
• Chen Yi's interaction with the ion thruster highlights his technical skills and innovative mindset.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Yi creates an ion thruster using a power battery and adjusts its attributes.
• The thruster transforms into an atmospheric turbofan ion propulsion engine.
• Chen Yi tests the engine, finding its thrust-to-weight ratio unsatisfactory.
• He improves the engine, transforming it into an 'Infinitely Variable Speed Ion Wind Cannon'.

Character Developments

• Chen Yi demonstrates his technical prowess and adaptability in engine design and improvement.
• He shows a playful side, imagining using the wind cannon as a hairdryer for his girlfriend.

Significant Themes

• Innovation and improvement: Chen Yi continually enhances his creations based on testing and understanding.
• Efficiency vs. power: Ion thrusters prioritize efficiency over raw power, a trade-off Chen Yi acknowledges and aims to balance.

Character Interactions

• Chen Yi interacts with his creations, testing, adjusting, and learning from them.
• He also engages in self-talk, expressing his thoughts and plans aloud.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Yi finalizes the design and production of an ion propulsion drone, which proves to be exceptionally powerful.
• The drone's speed and thrust performance are tested, revealing impressive results.

Character Developments

• Chen Yi demonstrates his technical prowess and dedication to his work, spending two weeks studying and building the drone.
• He shows excitement and satisfaction upon seeing the drone's successful test results.

Significant Themes

• The importance of technological advancement and innovation, as seen through Chen Yi's creation of a unique, powerful drone.
• The value of hard work and dedication, as Chen Yi's efforts culminate in a successful project.

Character Interactions

• Chen Yi interacts with Qin Xiaoyu, who delivers the 3D printers he ordered.
• He also interacts with delivery personnel who bring the Ternary Lithium Electric Vehicles he ordered.
• Chen Yi's work is supported by Professor Zhang, who helps him acquire radar components.

Detailed but Concise

Chen Yi completes the design and production of an ion propulsion drone, which outperforms his expectations. After two weeks of study and hard work, he successfully tests the drone's speed and thrust, finding it to be exceptionally powerful. The drone's weight is reduced to 13.9 kilograms, and its thrust-to-weight ratio ranges from 1:8 to 1:21, depending on the speed and altitude. Chen Yi expresses excitement and satisfaction with the results, planning to add a high-capacity energy module and a thermal barrier protective coating before conducting an official test flight the next day. The chapter highlights the importance of technological advancement, hard work, and dedication, as well as the support of others in achieving success.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Yi conducts a test flight for his drone, lasting over half an hour and consuming 8 kilowatt-hours of electricity.
• He calculates the required battery capacity for a 1000 km range, determining that 20-22 kilowatt-hours are needed.
• Chen Yi decides to design an electric vehicle to practice and optimize his skills before manufacturing the drone's battery.

Character Developments

• Chen Yi demonstrates his technical prowess and adaptability by optimizing an electric vehicle's design and manufacturing a battery for his drone.
• He shows a preference for pushing technological limits, aiming for high speeds and long ranges.

Significant Themes

• Technological innovation and advancement, particularly in the field of electric vehicles and drones.
• The importance of practice and continuous learning, as seen in Chen Yi's decision to design an electric vehicle to improve his skills.

Character Interactions

• Chen Yi interacts with his electric vehicle and drone, optimizing their designs and manufacturing processes.
• He communicates with He Yu, sending him the carbon-silicon battery technology and preparation process.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Yi prepares for a test flight of his latest drone at the beach.
• He instructs He Yu to proceed with production and patenting of a new carbon-silicon battery.
• Chen Yi takes a nap in his car while the drone flies automatically, collecting data.
• A giant, eighteen-meter Big Black Eagle enters Chinese airspace, detected by Chen Yi's drone radar.

Character Developments

• Chen Yi demonstrates his business acumen and technological prowess by creating innovative products like the carbon-silicon battery and ion propulsion drone.
• He shows his understanding of the importance of core technology and the need to maintain R&D funding.
• Chen Yi's physical strength has declined over the years, indicating his aging process.

Significant Themes

• The gap between the rich and the ordinary, and the loss of appeal once one enters a seemingly desirable world.
• The importance of core technology and continuous R&D for a company's success.
• The responsibility of a pioneer in industries, and the need to let the market develop naturally.

Character Interactions

• Chen Yi interacts with He Yu, instructing her on the production and patenting of the new battery.
• Chen Yi's interaction with the Big Black Eagle is indirect, as he realizes the drone's radar has detected an intruder in Chinese airspace.
• Chen Yi's interaction with Professor Zhang is implied, as he plans to call for backup due to the unexpected situation with the Big Black Eagle.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Yi discovers an 18-meter Big Black Eagle crossing the border and alerts Professor Zhang.
• Four flight formations of Weilong fighter jets and Roaring Wolf electronic warfare aircraft are dispatched to intercept the Big Black Eagle.
• The Big Black Eagle activates its reconnaissance systems, detects the incoming jets, and attempts to escape.
• The Big Black Eagle is electronically jammed and accelerates to Mach 6, attempting to flee the territory.
• Chen Yi, hidden with his drone, decides to intercept the Big Black Eagle as it tries to escape.

Character Developments

• Chen Yi demonstrates his resourcefulness and quick thinking, hiding his drone in anticipation of the Big Black Eagle's escape.
• Professor Zhang shows his efficiency and concern for the mission, immediately notifying the necessary units upon receiving Chen Yi's call.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit and interception of the advanced Big Black Eagle drone highlights the technological gap between the two sides.
• The tension and frustration experienced by the command center staff when they realize they cannot intercept the drone emphasize the importance of the mission and the stakes involved.

Character Interactions

• Chen Yi and Professor Zhang have a brief, informative conversation about the Big Black Eagle's sighting.
• The command center staff members communicate and strategize about intercepting the Big Black Eagle, displaying their teamwork and shared determination.
• Chen Yi's internal monologue reveals his thought process and plans for intercepting the Big Black Eagle as it attempts to escape.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Yi's drone is pursuing the enemy's strategic drone, the Big Black Eagle, which is returning due to electronic jamming.
• Chen Yi decides against ramming the Big Black Eagle to avoid losing his drone and the valuable test flight data it carries.
• He opts to intercept the Big Black Eagle by dropping batteries into its engine air intake, aiming to disable the engine and force it to land.
• Chen Yi uses the planet's gravity and his drone's ion thruster to accelerate and match the Big Black Eagle's speed.
• The Big Black Eagle's engine is damaged after two batteries are sucked into its air intake, causing it to lose thrust and altitude.
• The enemy base attempts to initiate a self-destruct sequence for the Big Black Eagle but fails due to electronic jamming.

Character Developments

• Chen Yi demonstrates strategic thinking, adaptability, and quick decision-making when faced with a complex situation.
• The enemy base commander shows concern for the mission's success and the safety of their asset but is ultimately unable to prevent the loss of the Big Black Eagle.

Significant Themes

• Strategic thinking and adaptability in combat situations.
• The importance of valuable intelligence and data.
• The consequences of electronic warfare and communication disruption.

Character Interactions

• Chen Yi interacts with the Big Black Eagle remotely, using his drone to intercept and disable it.
• The enemy base commander interacts with the operator, attempting to save the Big Black Eagle and initiate its self-destruct sequence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Black Eagle's stealth system is compromised due to engine damage, leading to its detection by land-based radars.
• The Black Eagle's trajectory is calculated, initially set to crash near the border waters, but changes due to the intervention of a drone.
• The Black Eagle's crash point shifts to inland waters, and the navy is ordered to salvage it.
• Chen Yi, the drone's operator, receives a call from Professor Zhang, acknowledging his role in damaging the Black Eagle and inviting him to study it.

Character Developments

• Chen Yi demonstrates his technical prowess and resourcefulness in designing and operating a high-speed drone, unintentionally damaging the Black Eagle.
• Professor Zhang recognizes Chen Yi's contribution and invites him to study the Black Eagle, showing appreciation for his skills.

Significant Themes

• Technological Advancement: The chapter highlights the cutting-edge technology of the Black Eagle and Chen Yi's drone, showcasing the potential of ion propulsion and lightweight airframe designs.
• Unintended Consequences: Chen Yi's actions, meant to be a simple test flight, have significant consequences, demonstrating the power of technology in the hands of innovative individuals.

Character Interactions

• Chen Yi and Professor Zhang interact over the phone, with Professor Zhang acknowledging Chen Yi's role in damaging the Black Eagle and inviting him to study it together.
• Chen Yi's drone interacts with the Black Eagle, changing its trajectory and ultimately leading to its salvage by the navy.

The next day, 10 AM.
Chen Yi went downstairs and greeted Qin Xiaoyu and Xia Keke.
"Xiaoyu, Keke, have you had breakfast? Come on, I'll treat you."
Xia Keke was speechless. She looked up and said, "Boss, it's already ten o'clock. We've been working for an hour."
Knowing that Chen Yi hadn't eaten, Xiaoyu had packed some morning tea for him.
"Brother Yi, I've heated it up for you."
Qin Xiaoyu walked over with the packed dim sum like shrimp dumplings, phoenix claws, and sticky rice chicken.
"See, Xiaoyu is the most thoughtful."
Chen Yi praised him and didn't stand on ceremony, picking up the still-warm breakfast dim sum and starting to eat.
The previous day, after returning from the sea, he had lunch and slept until midnight. He woke up, ordered some crayfish and barbecue, played Cyberpunk for a few hours, and then went back to sleep.
Now that he was awake, he needed to replenish his energy.
After finishing breakfast, Qin Xiaoyu walked over with several reports and contract documents.
"Brother Yi, the laboratories you asked Manager He to acquire have been handed over. What should we do next?"
"Are there any problematic personnel in the labs, like slackers or those just coasting?" Chen Yi asked, picking up a toothpick.
"According to the labs, no. I plan to conduct another investigation and verification in the next few days."
"Verify clearly. Fire anyone like that."
Chen Yi took the reports and glanced through them, then picked up the lab's performance report and flipped through it: "Average monthly working hours exceeding 230...
Are these researchers or research laborers? Is the nine-nine-six culture also popular in the labs?"
"Perhaps the employees are just very competitive. I looked at their previous recruitment reports. A couple of years ago, a master's degree was sufficient, but now they are even selecting the best among doctoral candidates."
"Fire the slackers, then hire more fresh graduates. Also, increase the base salary and bonuses by 30%.
Implement a flexible attendance and task-based system instead of a normal work schedule. As long as they work eight hours or complete their assigned tasks, they can leave. Overtime is not allowed.
For research to yield results, it depends on inspiration and luck. Blindly working overtime like this, with everyone mentally exhausted, will only lead to exhaustive research and numb research.
The times have changed. Exploitation won't make big money. To truly make big money, you need core technology and to improve research capabilities."
Chen Yi closed the report and looked at Qin Xiaoyu and Xia Keke, saying, "So, we don't care about other companies, and we can't control them, but our Yifei rejects internal competition. If you all work this hard, how can I, as the boss, dare to be lazy?"
"Long live the boss!"
Xia Keke shouted excitedly from the side.
"Thank you, Brother Yi."
Qin Xiaoyu looked at Chen Yi, a hint of admiration in her eyes.
"I will formulate some research plans for these laboratories. I will also send them research tasks as they come up. However, I will not interfere with their daily management. You two will be responsible. In the future, Yifei will have more and more laboratories. It's time for you to improve your management skills."
With a few words, Chen Yi set the tone for the subsequent management and development of these laboratories. From now on, apart from the black technologies he personally tinkered with for private use, any technologies that were to be released to the public or made public would be broken down into research tasks and assigned to these laboratories. Then, through brainwave instruments, he would secretly provide guidance and interference, allowing these technologies to be researched and perfected step by step. In this way, he could preserve humanity's research potential while concealing the source of the technologies he continuously introduced.
After chatting with Qin Xiaoyu and Xia Keke for a while, someone knocked and walked in from outside, standing tall and saluting.
"Hello, may I ask if you are Mr. Chen Yi?"
"I am. What is it?"
Chen Yi stood up and asked the person curiously.
That stance is something else.
"Hello, Mr. Chen. Here is my identification."
The person who entered took out an ID and handed it over. Their movements were practiced and without hesitation, clearly having known Chen Yi for a long time. The questioning just now was merely a routine opening.
Chen Yi flipped open the ID, his gaze lingering on the red seal for a moment. After

Key Plot Points and Events

• A secret base belonging to Rongfei is working on repairing and studying the captured Black Eagle.
• Experts find the Black Eagle's engine, combining turbofan, ramjet, and scramjet technologies, to be advanced and challenging to replicate.
• They express concern about the technological gap in high-end, cutting-edge fields and the potential threat of near-space aircraft.
• Chen Yi arrives at the base by fighter jet to help study the Black Eagle.

Character Developments

• Chen Yi, despite his youth, is recognized as a genius in aerospace engineering and is invited to help study the Black Eagle.
• The experts and senior technicians are humbled by the Black Eagle's advanced technology and eager to learn from it.

Significant Themes

• Technological gap and the race to catch up with advanced foreign technology.
• The importance of high-end, cutting-edge fields in strategic areas of warfare.
• The excitement and thrill of innovation and exploration in aerospace engineering.

Character Interactions

• Chen Yi interacts with the experts and senior technicians, who are awestruck by his accomplishments and welcome him enthusiastically.
• Chen Yi expresses excitement about flying in a fighter jet and building one himself, shocking the experienced pilots and crew.
• The experts and senior technicians discuss the Black Eagle's advanced technology and the challenges it poses to their own research.