This was the first time Xiao Yi had witnessed such a scene in his two lifetimes. In Xiao Yi's impression, the words of an expert were always vague and cryptic, so how could he actually try to trip someone up in front of him? It turns out that the so-called political negotiations, not tearing each other apart, simply meant not fighting. With the tit-for-tat confrontation, everyone was equally fierce.

Xiao Yi, sitting behind Huang Xiongwei, could clearly sense that the oval conference table had become divided into two opposing factions without clear boundaries. Coincidentally, Fan Zun was sitting in the middle of the table at the bottom, looking very neutral. His unruly and cynical face was filled with a mixture of good and evil that was hard to discern.

Xiao Yi touched the bracelet on his wrist: "It's time to collect my dividends."

Huang Xiongwei had already begun announcing the identities of Yuan and his group and their upcoming arrangements. "This is Yuan Xingdong, Academician Yuan, and three experienced doctors, who were specially dispatched from the Northwest Base."

"The Northwest Base has successfully developed drought- and heat-resistant sweet potatoes and has officially begun large-scale planting. Food is the primary need of the people, and similarly, safety must be our top priority for ensuring our livelihoods."

"During the last special operation by the First Base to retrieve the food reserves, an accident occurred. According to the feedback from the few survivors, a new type of zombie, resembling a giant, was discovered. It was extremely powerful and was not vulnerable to attacks from basic firearms."

"It's been almost two months now. Has there been any progress in the plant research and zombie fight at the research institute?" Huang Xiongwei's question was sharp and direct. For a moment, everyone held their breath, unsure what to say. After all, the previous food reserves were gone, the reserve grain hadn't been brought back, and no new crops had been planted. If it weren't for the sudden surge in wheat on the base's black market, the First Base would have been completely devastated by now.

The director of the base's research institute, a man named Cheng, was once a prominent figure, possessing strong academic abilities. He received a full scholarship to study abroad at a young age, but after achieving success, he resolutely returned to China. Xiao Yi looked at that man; he didn't look like a scholar focused on scientific research. If he were to be called a scholar, then Elder Yuan was more likely.

Cheng Mao sat below Chi Ye, representing the highest authority in the research institute.

Facing Huang Xiongwei's sharp and merciless question, Cheng Mao spoke first: "I wonder if Mr. Yuan has brought some seeds for planting? Let's learn from them and plant them quickly so that everyone can eat them soon."

"Puchi" Xiao Yi really couldn't help but laughed out loud. There is a saying that goes "A tree without bark is doomed to die, and a person without shame is invincible." Not only did he not mention his own problems, but he also wanted to take advantage of other people's achievements for free.

This is what is called starving everyone.

Xiao Yi's laughter seemed to ignite the entire audience. The people standing on Huang Xiongwei's side could no longer hold back and burst into laughter.

Some people even whispered, "So it seems intellectuals have a legitimate reason to beg for food?"

"Oh right, that's what the young people all say. Yes, that's right, the experts' advice is to advise the experts to give less advice."

“Haha ...

"Oh my, this is so embarrassing. Who knows if he really has scientific research ability or if it's fake."

"You know what? Many people use other people's money, relying on their high status to defraud research funds."

"Tsk, who knows? It's not like us, with real swords and guns, all our skills can be seen."

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The people on the other side were so angry at the ridicule that they lowered their heads with unwilling expressions. They wanted to refute but couldn't.

Finally, Cheng Xuan, who was sitting behind Cheng Mao, couldn't bear the humiliation of his father and shouted, "What do you know? A bunch of country bumpkins and barbarians."

As soon as these words were spoken, the entire place erupted in an uproar. Huang Xiongwei was completely furious. Cheng Meng, the base's chief of staff, lived up to his name. Although he looked a bit more refined than Huang Xiongwei, his words immediately shocked everyone: "You little brat! How can we, as soldiers, tolerate your insults and accusations? Come, suppress them. I will punish you according to military law!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the people sitting next to him rushed over and grabbed Cheng Xuan from behind, pushing him against the chair.

Cheng Mao apologized repeatedly: "I'm sorry, I'm sorry, my son is still young, still young, let him go this time, Chief of Staff Cheng, for the sake of our family, let him go this time."

You know, not everyone can withstand a military stick. Moreover, Cheng Xuan spoke rudely and was sent to the Criminal Court. It is not certain whether he can come back safely.

Cheng Xuan's mouth was gagged, and he could only allow himself to be pinned down, unable to move. Pain raged in his shoulders, as if a bone was about to be dislocated. He couldn't break free, so he could only cry out with red eyes, begging his father for help.

Seeing that no one paid attention to his call for help, Cheng Mao could only look at Chi Ye who was sitting next to him. Chi Ye looked at Cheng Xuan, the idiot, and was helpless, so he could only drag Qin Ming into the water.

"Base Commander, please also plead for mercy on Cheng Suoqiu. He only has this one son, and he hasn't been taught well. He deserves a beating and punishment, but please give him some time to breathe, okay?"

Chi Ye was watching and making gestures to Qin Ming from below. After seeing this, Qin Ming knew that he had to get involved in this mess and had to step forward to smooth things over.

In fact, both parties don't really want to tear each other apart so directly, they are just testing each other's cards.

So Cheng Meng let Cheng Xuan go. Although Cheng Xuan was still angry after being released, he didn't say anything. He just sat behind Cheng Mao and stared at Cheng Meng and his group with resentment.

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