130: The rocket flies at speeds exceeding Mach 50 and no weapon can intercept it.

Time passed quickly.

In the blink of an eye, it was time for the satellite launch.

Jarvis sat at the control console, poised and ready, his expression serious, his eyes fixed ahead.

Inside the launch silo, a rocket stood tall.

This rocket bore some resemblance to the Shenzhou, but its external design was vastly different.

The Shenzhou was a conventional rocket, propelled by chemical fuel.

However, Suihuo Technology's rocket was different.

Besides its exterior, which somewhat resembled an old eagle spreading its wings to soar, it was also nuclear-powered.

Its streamlined design perfectly conformed to aerodynamic principles, resulting in less resistance during aerospace operations.

This was because the rocket was equipped with an Ark Reactor and planetary engines.

And it was also reusable.

So... if one overlooked the old eagle rocket's shortcomings like poor maneuverability and flexibility.

It could even be called a rudimentary Spaceship.

Just then... an electronically synthesized voice emanated from the launch silo's control console. Its volume was immense, incredibly resonant, shaking one's very soul.

It was like the sound of human interstellar civilization, echoing throughout the entire Hive.

10

... 3

2

1

[Ignition]

With a loud 'boom', four streams of blue flame erupted from the base of the old eagle rocket, and the rocket shot directly into the sky, tearing through the heavens.

Its speed continuously climbed... Mach 5.

... Mach 8.

... Mach 30... Mach 50.

In just two short minutes, the old eagle rocket had astonishingly broken through to Mach 50.

What did this mean?

The fastest human intercontinental missile only reached about Mach 28.

The fastest human rocket only reached about Mach 30.

Yet, the old eagle rocket's speed directly surpassed Mach 50.

It could be called the fastest speed on Earth.

This meant that even if some organization disliked Student Lu's satellite and wanted to shoot it down, they would have no way to do so.

Before long.

The old eagle rocket disappeared from view.

Only the central control screen nearby continued to track the rocket's flight path in real-time... Simultaneously.

The United States' space agency and various arms manufacturers' aerospace detectors suddenly detected an unfamiliar signal, and this unfamiliar signal swept across their radar range at an extremely high speed.

Inside their bases, alarms blared instantly.

Space Agency: "Is this the communication satellite that Jiuzhou mentioned? I don't feel like it is. The rocket is flying so fast; it's clearly afraid of being intercepted by us. What kind of satellite would avoid our interception? Think about it... think carefully."

Martin Company, a globally renowned aerospace arms manufacturer:

"Fuck! Jiuzhou's technology is getting stronger and stronger. Their current aerospace technology has completely surpassed ours."

Raytheon Company, a globally renowned aerospace arms manufacturer: "Suihuo Technology's rocket simply cannot be intercepted."

BAE Systems: "In the foreseeable future, a huge arms manufacturer will be born. It seems we also need to step up our game. Otherwise, we'll be eliminated by the times."

... Simultaneously.

Lu Xingye, who was watching the satellite launch, suddenly heard his phone ring in his pocket. He took it out and saw that it was Long Yingtian calling.

He lightly pressed the answer button with his right hand.

"Elder Long, is there something you need, calling me?"

"You rascal, we're so familiar, yet you're still so polite. Can't I call you if I have nothing to do?" Long Yingtian's familiar voice came from the other end of the line.

... Cough cough. Yes, you can. It's just that my time is very precious..."

"Alright. Only your time is precious? Isn't my time precious?"

..." Lu Xingye fell silent for a moment.

Long Yingtian's voice rang out again from the phone, and this time, a hint of joy was clearly discernible in his tone.

"Alright, no more idle talk."

"I've already detected your satellite launch. First, on behalf of the military, I congratulate you on the perfect success of your rocket launch mission. You'll soon have your own satellite."

Upon hearing this, Lu Xingye said nothing, but quietly waited for Long Yingtian to continue.

Because he knew that, given the other party's nature, he definitely wouldn't just call to offer congratulations.

As expected.

Soon, Long Yingtian's voice came again.

"Student Lu."

"We are good partners, aren't we?"

Hearing this, Lu Xingye suddenly had a bad premonition, fearing that he might be tricked by Long Yingtian this time.

If it was just a small loss, then so be it.

After all, Long Yingtian represented Jiuzhou, and he still had to show respect.

But if it was a big loss. For example, forcing him to hand over technology, or nationalizing Suihuo Technology.

Then he wouldn't be polite.

Lu Xingye would directly refuse.

He was a person who yearned for extreme freedom and disliked restrictions, not anyone's puppet.

Moreover... Lu Xingye felt that if they were to fall out.

He also had the ability to stand his ground against Long Yingtian.

After all... the tens of thousands of robot companions sold during this period were no joke.

When they weren't armed, they were obedient robot companions.

Once they picked up weapons, they would become a terrifying mechanical torrent.

A thought flashed through his mind.

Lu Xingye's expression darkened for a moment, then he revealed a faint smile:

"Of course, we are partners."

"And very good partners at that."

"However."

"Since we are partners, then partners certainly wouldn't make requests that would make things difficult for me, right?"

Cough cough... The other end of the line fell silent for a moment.

Originally, Long Yingtian wanted Lu Xingye to hand over the satellite and its associated rocket technology.

Because Suihuo Technology's satellite was far superior to their research institute's satellite.

To say nothing else.

Just this old eagle rocket, they couldn't even come close.

Long Yingtian wanted to use Lu Xingye's rocket technology to launch the military's new type of satellite.

However... the military's satellites were not communication satellites, but attack/defense satellites.

Once war broke out, these attack satellites would approach enemy satellites and destroy them.

Thereby rendering the enemy blind... Long Yingtian caught the tone in Lu Xingye's voice, which seemed somewhat unwilling... and quickly changed his words:

"Of course not."

"I just have a small request, which I hope you can agree to. I guarantee it won't make things difficult for you."

"Our military has researched ten satellites, but we're not as good as you in rocket technology. We'd like your help to launch these satellites into space."

After saying that.

Perhaps thinking of something, and fearing that Lu Xingye might misunderstand, he quickly added:

"Of course."

"We will pay."

Haha... Lu Xingye's furrowed brows instantly relaxed, and a smile reappeared on his face.

"That's a small problem."

"Isn't it just helping you launch ten satellites into space? I agree, and I won't charge you any money."

"However, you need to transport the satellites to the Hive."

"And the entire launch process will be handled by us; you cannot send anyone to accompany."