New position
Three days later.
February 22nd.
Chu Xuan once again arrived at the United Government Headquarters, at the same hall where the awards were initially presented, but this time the scale was grander.
Almost all high-ranking officials were in attendance.
Moreover,
The person presenting the award was the Speaker.
This position rotates among the five permanent members, and this term it was the Polar Bear's turn, who handed Chu Xuan a box containing a medal.
He spoke in broken Chinese language:
"Congratulations!"
"Thank you for your contribution to humanity. Keep up the hard work and achieve new milestones."
"..."
With a slight grumble in his heart, Chu Xuan accepted the medal and put it on himself.
The next moment.
【Ding!】
【Obtained Civilization Medal, evaluation: Gold-tier. Monthly check-in count +3!】
Hearing the system prompt, Chu Xuan was very satisfied.
Three times a month.
That's thirty-six times a year. One must know that this isn't just about food resources; additional check-ins are also included.
To reach Level 4, three hundred check-ins are required.
One medal.
It saved nearly a tenth of the time.
What a pity.
There are restrictions.
There's no way to farm this item.
Otherwise,
Chu Xuan would definitely ask the United Government to give him ten of every award. However, it wasn't over yet.
【Gold-tier Medal additional reward: Spatial Node +1.】
What?
Chu Xuan's spirits immediately lifted, followed by joy.
This is a good thing!
Previously, he only had two, which was nowhere near enough.
Now with one more, it's definitely not just a two plus one equals three effect; it's a huge boost to his plan of recruiting people.
Happy!
As for the system's rating of the medals, he actually set it himself.
It could be levels one, two, three, four, five, six, or grades A, B, C, D.
Chu Xuan casually chose the names at the time—Purple, Gold, Silver, Bronze. The Science and Technology Progress Award was the lowest entry level, only considered Bronze-tier... As Chu Xuan put on the Human Contribution Award medal.
Clap! Clap!
Inside the hall, thunderous applause erupted.
While a Global live broadcast promotion for Chu Xuan was not possible, a grand commendation ceremony was certainly not an issue.
They understood the bigger picture.
He was capable.
They liked such a young man.
It was just a Human Contribution Award medal, a small matter. As long as Chu Xuan didn't cause trouble, there would be no problems.
Young people are just young people.
A medal.
Why be so happy about it?
...In the crowd.
Liu Peiqiang was also applauding, looking at the young man on the stage who had achieved astonishing success at such a young age.
It was just a pity.
It couldn't be widely publicized.
Although he felt indignant, he had to accept it. The person involved didn't say anything, and it seemed he was quite happy.
But why was he smiling so happily?
It wasn't like he found gold!
...After the awards ceremony.
The next day.
Chu Xuan went to the Academy of Sciences and met the Dean again.
"..."
"That's the situation. If you're unwilling, I'll decline and give you a Level 6 laboratory."
The Dean finished speaking and looked at Chu Xuan.
Just yesterday.
Someone suggested that Chu Xuan be appointed as the head of the Biosphere No. 6 Project. He had wanted to refuse on Chu Xuan's behalf at the time.
After all,
Chu Xuan had never had experience managing large-scale projects.
At most, he only had one small assistant under him, and that was an intern who didn't even have a university degree.
At the same time,
Chu Xuan was only a Special Researcher.
The head of the Biosphere No. 6 Project had to be at least a Scientist-level. Sending Chu Xuan there was considered a high position with low qualifications.
It wasn't just about job rank, but also administrative level.
He wanted to refuse.
But he held back, after all, it would be a bit unreasonable to hinder someone's future without their consent.
But there were also concerns.
With great power.
Comes great responsibility.
If he messed it up, it would definitely not be good for Chu Xuan. What if such a genius became disheartened?
So, he called Chu Xuan over to ask.
Just as he thought Chu Xuan would refuse.
"Okay!"
Chu Xuan only thought for a second before agreeing.
Dean: "Huh?"
He agreed just like that? Didn't he think it through carefully?
"You have to think carefully. Although the project level remains, the budget has been cut by 90%, and the future is not..."
"No matter. The future is earned by oneself."
Chu Xuan said, then added in his heart: "The project relies on me, not the other way around."
"..."
How confident must he be?
The Dean wanted to persuade him further, but he opened his mouth and said nothing.
His future.
He only had the right to suggest, to guide, but not to dictate.
Besides,
Chu Xuan was still young. Even if this project ultimately failed, his previous contributions would ensure his life wouldn't be too bad.
His only worry was that a genius might become disheartened after being dealt a blow.
But seeing Chu Xuan's level of confidence, it was hard to pour cold water on him.
"Alright!"
"Since you are already aware of the risks involved, I will support you. If you encounter any problems in the future, you can come to me."
Chu Xuan nodded.
"Thank you!"
...With Chu Xuan's consent.
The relevant procedures were completed at an extremely fast pace. In just one day, the appointment came down.
That's right.
Appointment.
Because it involved administrative levels, not just scientific research, such positions required appointment documents.
United Government Personnel Division.
Chu Xuan received the letter of appointment. Although it had long been digitized, some things were preserved.
The ceremonial feel of paper!
"Congratulations, Researcher Chu! From now on, it will be Director Chu!"
"In one week, go to the Biosphere No. 6 Project base for handover. I hope you achieve success in your new position."
The two words 'achieve success' were said very half-heartedly.
Looking at Chu Xuan.
The head of the Personnel Division secretly called him: "Fool!"