Ch. 61Thought Imprint
Key Plot Points and Events
- Yang Yu, the emperor, and Li Muyao, the dean of the Imperial Academy of Engineering, discuss the prioritization of biological gene technology versus mainstream technology.
- In Era 1100, Li Muyao proposes the 'Thought Imprint' concept, aiming to genetically implant loyalty to the emperor.
- In Era 1112, the Imperial Cabinet introduces a new policy making death row inmates and life imprisonment subjects for the Biological Gene Research Institute's experiments.
Character Developments
- Yang Yu: Stands firm on prioritizing mainstream technology over gene technology, showing concern for the empire's finite resources and long-term development.
- Li Muyao: Persistent in her pursuit of biological gene technology, but understands the emperor's concerns and the institute's resource constraints.
Significant Themes
- Prioritization of technology: The tension between focusing on biological gene technology versus mainstream technology.
- Resource management: The empire's finite resources and the need for balanced allocation among different research institutes.
- Loyalty and control: The 'Thought Imprint' concept raises questions about loyalty, consent, and manipulation.
Character Interactions
- Yang Yu and Li Muyao: Their conversation reveals their differing views on technological priority and resource allocation, with Yang Yu ultimately asserting his authority.
- Li Muyao and her subordinates: Li Muyao urges her team to accelerate the super soldier project, acknowledging the need to keep up with other research groups.