Visitors from the Chinese Academy of Sciences

A message appeared on the Origin Company's official website.

"Xiao Ke is making a dazzling comeback!"

Below it was a countdown timer, indicating ten days remaining.

As soon as the news broke, it immediately became the number one trending topic.

Its rapid ascent made many celebrities look dim, especially one male celebrity who had been desperate to trend, nearly choking on his own frustration.

Tieba, Weibo, Facebook...

Every social media platform was abuzz with discussions about what Origin Company meant by this.

Xiao Ke's fans also left messages on the official website, vowing their support, and Xiao Ke's Weibo was filled with cheers and questions.

After all, the irreplaceable nature of the Origin Accelerator and Xiao Ke's empathetic personality had won over countless fans.

"Support Xiao Ke, support Origin Company!"

Slogans like this began to flood major platforms.

There were also those who were bearish on Origin Company, as most companies would have buckled under such pressure.

However, the common thread was that everyone was speculating on how Origin Company would overcome this challenge. It wasn't just netizens; major software companies and even many countries were quietly observing Origin Company's actions.

But Chu Feng was too mysterious, and there was no way to know anything. Thus, the internet remained filled with heated discussions but no concrete news, while rumors ran rampant.

Chu Feng, however, found it all quite amusing, more exciting than reading a novel. Truly, there were so many talented people.

As time went on, the discussions didn't die down; instead, the fervor grew even higher, with various self-media outlets jumping into the fray.

At this point, the 361 Company dropped a bombshell, releasing the contract they had previously finalized with Chu Feng.

This made many onlookers exclaim, "The world changes too fast, I can't keep up with the times."

The various directors of the 361 Company were also in heated discussion, with opinions divided. The stock price of 361 Company fluctuated wildly, giving everyone heart palpitations.

Fortunately, Zhou Hongwei withstood the pressure from all sides. Whenever someone sold shares of 361 Company, Zhou Hongwei and Chu Feng would buy them, and their respective stakes grew higher, though no one knew this.

Time moved to the fifth day when a ten-thousand-ton container ship quietly arrived at Hailing's container terminal.

Upon learning about the equipment and personnel Chu Feng was transporting, Director Chen's eyes nearly popped out. Knowing the gravity of the situation, he immediately reported it to his superiors.

His superiors received the customs declaration documents and attached great importance to the matter, even dispatching military tugboats to escort the container ship to the terminal.

Academicians from various branches of the Chinese Academy of Sciences arrived with their assistants.

Mayor Shen Weimin of Hailing City, who had received instructions from his superiors, was so stunned he couldn't close his mouth for half the day. When had Hailing become such a hot commodity?

Without delay, Mayor Shen quickly mobilized all available forces to ensure the safety of these academicians, who were national treasures. Any harm to even one of them would be a significant loss to the country.

The academicians had traveled from various locations. Since Hailing's airport didn't have many flights, they convened in Jinling and then chartered several buses to travel.

Jinling also dared not be careless. Frankly speaking, if anything happened to those buses, the country's entire scientific research institutions would be instantly paralyzed, and many research directions would be terminated. Could they afford any mishaps?

Escorted by police cars, the academicians arrived in Hailing. Hailing had also increased its personnel to receive them. The Director of the Hailing City Public Security Bureau, Gao Wenhui, personally took charge, arranging the vehicle routes and overall security work.

At ten in the morning, the group of academicians arrived in Hailing. However, none of them rested or went to the hotel arranged by the mayor for a meal; they all waited at the pier.

The mayor, upon receiving the news, didn't pay it much mind and went to the pier ahead of time to prepare.

When he arrived at the pier, he saw Chu Feng there as well and hurried over.

"Mr. Chu, you've certainly made quite a scene."

Before he could even greet him, the mayor's preemptive remark left Chu Feng utterly bewildered.

"This? Mayor Shen, what do you mean?"

"It's about the equipment you're transporting. The academicians from various branches of the Chinese Academy of Sciences heard about it and rushed here overnight. They'll be arriving soon, and we need to ensure security here. Please excuse any inconvenience caused to you, Mr. Chu."

Mayor Shen spoke politely to Chu Feng.

"You're too kind, Mayor."

Without further conversation with Chu Feng, he called Gao Wenhui over and instructed him to arrange security.

Looking at the heavily guarded pier, Chu Feng was also a bit dumbfounded. This scene seemed a bit exaggerated.

In fact, Chu Feng couldn't comprehend the urgency in the academicians' hearts.

When these individuals received the news that such equipment would be transported into the country, none of them could sit still. If it weren't for the fact that some research required their presence, even more would likely have come. The equipment being transported was simply too advanced, too unbelievable.

Five buses parked in succession, and a group of elderly people alighted. These were likely the academicians from the Chinese Academy of Sciences, accompanied by younger individuals, presumably assistants or doctoral students from the academy.

The person at the forefront, with white hair but radiating vigor, appeared very robust. He refused his assistant's support and walked directly towards Chu Feng and the others.

"May I ask which one of you is young friend Chu Feng?"

His resonant voice was clearly heard by everyone present.

Everyone looked towards Chu Feng. Without pretense, Chu Feng stepped forward and bowed slightly to the elder who had spoken.

"Hello, I am Chu Feng."

Perhaps surprised by Chu Feng's youth, the elder expressed some emotion.

"Hello, my name is Lu Yongxiang. It's not out of line for me to call you young friend Chu, is it?"

Hearing the old man introduce himself, Chu Feng was a little surprised. This was a heavyweight figure among China's scientific researchers, an expert in fluid transmission and control, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, and an academician of the Third World Academy of Sciences. He was also the former president of Zhejiang University and the former president of the Chinese Academy of Sciences. He had dedicated his life to scientific research in China. Now, for the advanced equipment provided by Chu Feng, he had traveled all the way to Hailing despite his old age. How could Chu Feng not be moved?

These people were the backbone of China, the foundation upon which China stood in the world. It could be said that without Elder Lu and others like him, China would not have developed so quickly.

Zhang Cunhao had said, "The needs of the country are the direction of my research!"

Generation after generation of scientific researchers had used their youth and sweat to build the nation's future.

"I wonder if the equipment you mentioned, young friend Chu, is real?"

Perhaps feeling he was being too abrupt, Elder Lu added somewhat nervously, "Perhaps even half of it would be fine?"

The other academicians remained silent, but their intense gazes clearly awaited Chu Feng's answer, and the atmosphere suddenly became somewhat solemn.

Looking at Elder Lu, whose hair had turned white, Chu Feng suddenly felt his eyes sting.

"Don't worry, Elder Lu, all the equipment is here, and even better equipment will be delivered in the future!" Chu Feng said decisively.

Chu Feng's assurance made Elder Lu and the other academicians beam with joy, even excitement. Elder Lu's face turned flushed with emotion, alarming his assistant, who repeatedly urged him not to get too excited.

"It's alright, I'm happy today. Young friend Chu's contribution has greatly helped the country. If you encounter any difficulties in the future, just tell me directly, and I'll back you up!"

Elder Lu's words caused a stir among those present. This was no small promise. Although Elder Lu had retired, who would dare to disrespect him?

Chu Feng had just received a golden ticket. As long as Chu Feng didn't betray the country or commit any other universally condemned acts, he could basically do as he pleased.

Elder Lu actually had his own plans. Chu Feng was so young, yet he could procure such excellent equipment. Although it was publicly stated to be Chu Feng's, it wouldn't be unreasonable for the country to borrow it.

Chu Feng had actually been prepared for this. This equipment was originally intended for national use. However, as the saying goes, gifts that are given freely are not cherished; only what belongs to others is considered valuable. Thus, this was the only way.

The atmosphere became enthusiastic. While everyone was still talking, Alita arrived.

"Boss, I've received notification. The ship will arrive in ten minutes."

"Good, arrange for docking as soon as possible."

"Yes, I'll go arrange it now!" Chu Yun immediately went to carry out the order.

"Elder Lu, esteemed academicians, the equipment will arrive in ten minutes, but unloading will take some time. How about we all take a break first?" Chu Feng suggested that the academicians rest a bit before proceeding.

"Yes, yes, esteemed academicians, you must be tired from your journey. Why don't you rest for a bit and have a meal before inspecting the equipment?" the mayor chimed in.

The weather in July was already starting to get hot, and it was a clear day today, with the temperature rising. Elder Lu and these academicians were all elderly, and coupled with the bumpy journey, any mishap would be unforgivable.

"It's fine, we can go to the office at the pier and have something casual to eat. When we were doing research back then, we didn't even have enough to eat and would just drink water to continue working. Life is so good now, what more could we ask for? Besides, I can't rest easy until I see the equipment..."

"Yes, we can wait."

"Elder Lu is right, this is a minor issue."

All the academicians declined the offer to rest and came to the office.

In a conference room, there were over a dozen academicians. Just saying their names would be enough to shock people.

Even the mayor and the party secretary could only sit at the back, yet they were content. This was something they could brag about for the rest of their lives.

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