333: Is this a kiwi lemon orange?

Symbiotic existence within a single plant.

This was the first time Su Yu had heard this term before today.

Using hybridization and grafting techniques to make multiple plants grow together on a single plant host was indeed a very creative act.

But what was the purpose of doing so?

As if sensing Su Yu's puzzled expression, Jiang Chuan quickly continued to elaborate.

"Since ancient times, various plant families and genera have been distinct. Shennong's tasting of a hundred herbs was also to differentiate the functions of various plants and medicinal materials."

"Teacher Su, are you still wondering why we would do something so counterproductive?"

Su Yu nodded.

"Forcibly merging various plants, especially different types of plants, unless it's for the purpose of genetic modification to cultivate superior genetic seeds, I really don't understand why we would do this."

This time, Jiang Chuan didn't speak again, but instead turned his gaze to Dean Li.

Dean Li, with her head full of white hair, smiled slightly.

"Little Su. The reason we chose this challenge was not for any specific purpose. Moreover, not all research must have a clear objective. If I had to say, it might just be a personal wish of mine."

"After so many years of research, our exploration into hybrid gene mixing has gradually matured. For example, the various optimized fruit varieties appearing on the market are all our masterpieces."

"Twenty years ago, there were only a handful of grape varieties. Look now, to cater to the public's tastes, there's Sunshine Rose, Queen Bee Grape, Glass Seed... just the sheer variety of grapes is dazzling."

Su Yu nodded upon hearing this, deeply agreeing.

Dean Li was right about this.

With the advancement of technology over the years, humans have acquired the ability to artificially cultivate new varieties.

And these new varieties are not limited to plants; the same applies to poultry and pets.

However, the more diverse the varieties, the greater the damage to the species.

Just imagine, with the emergence of new varieties, countless ancient species will be replaced and disappear in the face of survival of the fittest.

Yet, the Central Mother is still protecting rare animals and plants, even establishing laws for their protection.

Isn't this self-contradictory and putting the cart before the horse?

Therefore, Dean Li's choice to display the symbiotic existence within a single plant experiment at this Global Agricultural Exhibition was also to help the Central Mother in their own way, to preserve these precious seed genes more simply and optimally.

After Su Yu understood this, his admiration for this Old Lady, who was over eighty years old, grew even stronger.

Indeed, this was a true pillar of the Central Mother! And a role model for all young generation researchers.

"I understand, Dean Li."

"So, what stage is our research experiment at now?"

Su Yu had two purposes for coming here.

The task of delivering the seeds was complete; next was to see if there was anything he could help with here.

Dean Li's words earlier revealed that their symbiotic existence within a single plant technology was currently in a bottleneck.

So, if possible, Su Yu didn't mind lending a small hand.

After all, this was a project that needed to be presented internationally, and it also represented the strength of the Central Mother!

Upon hearing this, a flicker of excitement danced in Jiang Chuan's eyes.

He was also involved in this project, so he naturally knew how difficult it was.

Based on their current research progress, achieving a breakthrough before the exhibition was as difficult as ascending to heaven.

However, if Su Yu was willing to help, there might actually be hope!

"Little Jiang, aren't you going to lead Little Su to see your research results?"

Dean Li saw the excitement in Jiang Chuan's heart and simply went along with it, speaking up.

Jiang Chuan's heart lit up upon hearing this!

He quickly led the two towards the experimental research field for symbiotic existence within a single plant.

Not long after, everyone appeared in an indoor greenhouse.

At this time, three researchers in the greenhouse seemed to be busy filling out experimental record forms. The three looked to be over forty, suggesting they were top talents in this field in the country.

However, Su Yu had not seen these three in the reception hall earlier; they seemed not to have come out at that time.

"Brother Li, Sister Wang, Brother Yang, look who's here?"

Jiang Chuan excitedly jogged forward, calling out to the three.

The three turned around simultaneously, but upon seeing Dean Li and Su Yu, they showed no joy. Instead, they all lowered their heads, somewhat ashamed.

"Dean Li, you, how did you come personally?"

"We have failed your expectations. We might truly be unable to break through the symbiotic existence within a single plant experiment before the exhibition."

The Middle-aged Man who was originally squatting by the field stood up and walked towards them.

Upon hearing this, Dean Li turned and gently patted Su Yu's shoulder.

"It's alright. I know you're under a lot of pressure, so didn't I specifically bring you a helper?"

"Little Su, Su Yu. This is Li He, Researcher Li. He is also the head of the symbiotic existence within a single plant experiment project. Get to know each other."

Li He glanced at Su Yu, his expression surprised.

The young man in front of him looked to be at most in his early twenties, seemingly the same age as his own son. If he wasn't mistaken, he should be a university student who had just graduated not long ago.

Strange, was this the helper Dean Li spoke of?

However, before he could inquire further, Su Yu was attracted by a few small trees in the experimental field.

In the center of the experimental field, a tree two people tall stood upright.

Judging by its leaves, the tree should belong to the citrus family, but Su Yu couldn't immediately identify what kind of fruit tree it was.

He took a few quick steps to the sapling, while quietly telling his Lackey to start image scanning.

The Lackey's final conclusion was that the plant in front of him should be a super fruit tree with the genes of kiwi, lemon, and orange mixed together.

"What kind of tree is this? Kiwi Lemon Orange?"

Su Yu pointed at the fruit tree, which was still in its growth stage, and asked curiously.

As soon as he spoke, the scene fell silent.

Li He and Jiang Chuan exchanged glances.

He recognized their super fruit tree, which they had painstakingly cultivated for several years, with just one glance? What was this kid's background? Did he really recognize it, or was he just guessing?

"Jiang Chuan, did you tell him?"

Li He couldn't help but ask.

Jiang Chuan shook his head vigorously, as if remembering something, and withdrew his shocked expression.

"No, Dean Li was with me the whole time and can vouch for me."

"I didn't even mention a single word about the variety of the super fruit tree earlier. Su Yu recognized it himself!"

Upon hearing this, Li He was even more shocked!

He looked at the other two researchers behind him, and they all saw an expression of disbelief in each other's eyes.