207: Chapter 208 I'm going to contact the war zone commander

"Jiang Jing!" Director Qin Weiguo's voice was even louder due to his excitement, echoing through the entire corridor. "Are you interested in... coming to our Research Institute?"

"No, not here, I mean going to an even more core location! Compensation, rank, resources—everything is not a problem!"

"I will personally write the report for you. You will have the highest clearance and the best team to assist you. Your talent should be used where it is needed most; the country needs a genius like you!"

It's over, it's over!

It really came!

Jiang Jing's internal alarm bells rang loudly, but he tried hard to maintain a polite yet awkward smile on his face. "Director Qin, you flatter me, you flatter me... I'm just an ordinary businessman with a bit of luck."

"I am certainly willing to contribute to the country, but there are many ways to do so, it doesn't necessarily have to be... uh... right? I can provide technical cooperation, financial support, just like this time..."

As he spoke, he secretly winked at District Mayor Zhao Wenhao, hoping he would hurry up and help him out of the situation.

District Mayor Zhao Wenhao was still immersed in the joy of the huge credit about to come his way, and only upon seeing Jiang Jing's wink did he realize what was happening.

He hurriedly stepped forward and smiled to smooth things over. "Elder Qin, Elder Qin, please don't be so excited. Jiang Jing's ambitions are not within the system, and his Xingchen Technology has also made great contributions, creating a large amount of tax revenue and employment."

"Isn't this cooperation very successful? There will definitely be more opportunities for cooperation in the future!"

Director Qin Weiguo seemed to calm down a little, but his gaze at Jiang Jing was still terrifyingly intense—a look of someone who would never give up easily.

He took a few deep breaths and said slowly, "I was too impatient. Little Jiang, the country will never forget your contributions."

"I have seen your ability. I will report this matter to my superiors immediately, and as for the future... we will talk about it slowly, talk about it slowly."

Although he said "talk about it slowly," the tone of certainty in his voice had not diminished at all.

Jiang Jing complained bitterly in his heart, knowing that this old man definitely had his eye on him.

It seems that in the future, when dealing with the military, he must be more careful; he needs to be able to reap benefits without getting himself completely trapped.

"Hehe, easy to say, easy to say." Jiang Jing replied with a dry laugh. "Then... Director Qin, if there's nothing else, the samples and data are all here, and I have some private matters to attend to on my side..."

He just wanted to leave this "place of trouble" quickly and return to the comfort of his hotel to calm his nerves.

Director Qin Weiguo's mind had already flown to the upcoming tests and reports. He nodded. "Good, thank you very much today, Comrade Jiang Jing. You are a hero to the country! District Mayor Zhao Wenhao, you should see Comrade Jiang Jing off properly for me."

"Yes! Director Qin!" District Mayor Zhao Wenhao quickly agreed.

Watching the backs of Jiang Jing and District Mayor Zhao Wenhao as they walked towards the elevator accompanied by Assistant Wang, the exclamations and excitement caused by the samples Jiang Jing brought had not yet fully subsided, but the excitement in Director Qin Weiguo's heart was quickly replaced by a deeper sense of vigilance.

Following the immense joy was a responsibility as heavy as a mountain.

This thin piece of metal and that small USB drive were of immeasurable value; they were strategic weapons that could change many aspects of the country!

And the risks they brought had instantly soared to their peak.

"Engineer Liu!" Director Qin Weiguo turned his head sharply, his eyes now sharp. The previous aura of a fanatical scientist was replaced by the majesty of a battle-hardened, iron-blooded general.

"Immediately activate the [Silent] contingency plan! Seal all entrances and exits of the Research Institute; no one is allowed to leave! All external communication lines, except for encrypted dedicated lines, are to be temporarily blocked! Execute immediately!"

Engineer Liu was still mentally stirred by the astonishing data. Hearing Elder Qin's sudden order, he shuddered, instantly falling from the clouds of science back to the ground of reality.

He immediately understood Elder Qin's concerns—such a major breakthrough could inevitably attract the attention of rats lurking in the dark!

Once the news leaked, the consequences would be unimaginable!

"Yes! Director Qin! I will handle it immediately!" Engineer Liu did not hesitate, handed the sample to Elder Qin, and turned to rush toward the security control center at top speed.

Director Qin Weiguo then whispered to a young guard who had been following him like a shadow, dressed in plain clothes but with keen eyes and bulging temples: "Hummingbird, take me to the backup command room and enable the highest-level encrypted line. I need to contact the chief of the Eastern Theater Command directly."

"Yes!" The guard with the codename "Hummingbird" narrowed his eyes. Without any superfluous movements, he immediately stepped forward.

In a posture that seemed casual but could completely protect Elder Qin, he led him quickly toward an inconspicuous room deep in the corridor.

There was confidential communication equipment there that connected directly to the high-level military leadership.

Entering the room and locking the door, "Hummingbird" stood guard at the door like a door god, scanning the surroundings vigilantly, even though this was already one of the relatively safest places inside the Research Institute.

Together with a fully armed guard next to him, he protected Elder Qin.

Director Qin Weiguo took a deep breath and skillfully operated the communication equipment that looked extremely bulky and sturdy.

After a series of complex verification procedures, the line was finally connected.

...

Eastern Theater Command, Combat Command Center.

Although it was already night, it was still brightly lit here. Various screens were flashing, personnel were performing their duties, and the atmosphere was serious and orderly.

An old man with stars on his shoulders, a resolute face, and an imposing manner that commanded respect without anger was standing in front of a huge electronic sand table, listening to a subordinate's report.

He was none other than the supreme commander of the Eastern Theater Command, General Li Zhenguo.

Suddenly, a man stepped forward quickly, whispered a few words in his ear, and handed him an encrypted communicator.

General Li Zhenguo frowned slightly. This internal emergency line was usually only used for extremely important events.

He took the communicator and waved for his subordinate to step back a few paces.

"I am General Li Zhenguo." His voice was calm and powerful, carrying a metallic texture.

"Chief! It's me, Director Qin Weiguo!" The excited yet extremely suppressed voice of Elder Qin came from the other end of the phone.

"Old Qin? It's so late, using this line—what happened?" General Li Zhenguo's expression became serious.

He knew Director Qin Weiguo's character; if it weren't a matter of utmost importance, he would never use this line.

"Commander, to make a long story short, here, just now, I obtained the T-7 Material—no, it's a complete sample and the full production process of a Super Material with performance far exceeding the T-7 design specifications!"

Director Qin Weiguo spoke very quickly, but every word was crystal clear.

"What?!" Even with General Li Zhenguo's composure, the hand holding the communicator tightened involuntarily, and his pupils contracted. "Are you sure?! Far exceeding specifications? Complete process?"

"Absolutely true! The preliminary test data is out, and according to my analysis, it is at least fifty years ahead of the outside world! It is a qualitative leap! The samples and the USB drive with the stored data are in my hands right now!"

Director Qin Weiguo's voice was trembling; that was the excitement he could not suppress.

General Li Zhenguo immediately understood the weight of this matter!

This was not just a breakthrough in materials science; this was the core cornerstone that could greatly enhance the performance of the air force, aerospace, and even all high-end, precision, and advanced equipment!

Its strategic value was immeasurable!

But at the same time, huge risks followed.

Such a thing was the sweetest honey, which would attract countless greedy ants and poisonous insects!