25: Target?

Lin Yang's current demonstrated abilities are indeed incredible, but to say he can predict the future, isn't that a bit too outrageous?

"It's not impossible!"

However, Ye Guhong's tone became serious.

"He possesses advanced computer technology and hacking skills; that much should be undeniable. So perhaps he hacked into Sakura's information network, obtained some information, and that's why he went to Sakura."

These words immediately stunned Tang Wensheng and the others.

Because, upon closer thought, it did seem possible!

It's just...

"If Sakura's official information network was hacked, we should have received news. Besides, even if that were the case, what could he do by going to Sakura because of it?"

After pondering, Tang Wensheng and Han Zhaoyu exchanged glances, expressing their doubts.

Ye Guhong, however, looked at them with a half-smile and leisurely said, "Who says we'll definitely get information if another country's official information network is hacked?"

"Take Netherlands, for example. They were definitely hacked, which is why this guy took the photolithography machine manufacturing book. But if he hadn't called us to inform us, would we have received the news?"

"This... that's true..." Tang Wensheng couldn't help but smile bitterly.

"So, we absolutely have reason to believe that he went to Sakura because he had advance knowledge of certain information. As for what he plans to do in Sakura because of this information, it's hard to guess for now," Ye Guhong added.

Suddenly, Han Zhaoyu, guy who rarely spoke, blurted out a sentence.

"Do you think he might also want to steal... ahem, take back the new technology that Sakura just broke through?"

As soon as Han Zhaoyu said this, the field fell silent for a few seconds.

Then, everyone's expressions became strange.

Because...

It seemed that this possibility also existed...

This is just so...

"Ahem, let's not make wild guesses for now. Their press conference is in these two days; we'll see then."

"Now, everyone go about your business and coordinate with Sakura."

Ye Guhong couldn't help but tap the table.

"Understood, Elder Ye."

...

At the same time, the internet was also in an uproar due to Sakura's sudden announcement.

The news of their technological breakthrough topped the headlines on major media outlets.

Many Netizens in the country were somewhat displeased.

"Damn it, why does it feel like Sakura is targeting us this time? It's fine for them to have a technological breakthrough, but they even called a East Continent conference, directly making themselves the leader of the East Continent in their words, and specifically emphasized that the new breakthrough technology was used on Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles. Who is this directed at?"

"Big brother upstairs, don't just 'feel' it; this is indeed directed at us. The implied meaning in their words is nothing more than that they want to be in charge of the entire East Continent from now on!"

"Yes, the breakthrough in nuclear technology can be directly converted into military power, and they specifically emphasized that this missile can reach any country in the East Continent for strikes in an instant. Isn't this tantamount to a blatant declaration that they will be king in the East Continent from now on?"

"Exactly! Damn it! They only emphasize that it can instantly strike any country in the East Continent, not worldwide. On one hand, it can reduce the apprehension of other Western countries. On the other hand, currently, in the entire East Continent, to put it not exaggeratedly, are there any other countries worth striking with this thing?"

"The declaration and provocation are too obvious!"

"It's hateful! Why is it always Sakura that breaks through with cutting-edge technology first?"

"No choice. Although I don't want to admit it, I have to say that Sakura's scientific research capabilities are among the top worldwide, and they hold many advanced scientific research patents."

"Sigh, I really hope our country also announces a more advanced technological breakthrough now, to slap them hard in the face!"

"Haha, the idea is beautiful, but the possibility is small. After all, in nuclear technology research, every major country worldwide is developing at full strength. Everyone is well aware of each other's progress, so there won't be a sudden huge gap overnight."

"Didn't you notice that many superpowers weren't particularly surprised by Sakura's breakthrough this time? Obviously, they were also aware."

"This is disgusting. If it's really impossible, on the day of the press conference, something like a natural disaster or man-made calamity should happen, causing their data to be lost! That would be great! Let them show off!"

"...Big brother upstairs, your idea is a bit naive. Data is definitely backed up multiple times, and there will certainly be paper originals. How could it be lost!"

"Hehe, I'm not saying all the data should be gone. It's just that during their press conference, a few hacker masters could infiltrate the data on the spokesperson's computer. Even just annoying them would be good!"

"Uh... the difficulty of that is also quite high. On the day of the press conference, Sakura will definitely be fully defending. Hacking in would be no less difficult than attacking the entire country's security network!"

"Alright, then consider me ignorant. I'm going to work hard and not watch anymore. It's depressing to watch."

...

Many Netizens on the internet were in a bad mood because of this news.

Coupled with some guys with IP addresses in Sakura taking the opportunity to mock, it made people even more depressed while browsing the news.

So, this headline gradually lost much of its heat not long after, with only some Netizens interested in this aspect continuing to pay attention.

...

Sakura, Dong Du City.

After Lin Yang hung up the phone with Zhao Zizhen earlier, he immediately bought a flight ticket to Dong Du City, the capital of Sakura, and successfully arrived.

As soon as he got off the plane, he also saw that trending news.

No choice. Being in Dong Du City, everywhere in Dong Du City now, there was news about Sakura's technological breakthroughs.

It was hard to pretend not to see it.

"Huh? Sakura actually made a breakthrough in nuclear technology, but what does this announcement mean? Is it targeting us?"

Lin Yang also showed a hint of displeasure after reading the news.

This damned Sakura, it's fine for them to have a technological breakthrough, but they just had to target us and even tried to become the leader of the East Continent.

Dream on!

"Technological breakthrough, huh? Proud, huh? Targeting us, huh?"

Lin Yang narrowed his eyes and sneered.

This damned Sakura, wanting to become the leader of the East Continent, hadn't even asked him if he agreed or not!

"System, there's a mission to steal Sakura's scientific research achievements, right? I've decided; I'll choose this technology theft!"

Lin Yang immediately had a goal.

Originally, he hadn't thought about what to steal, but now he had a clear target.