Um?

Looking at the Rubik's Cube in front of him, Luo Zhikang was momentarily incredulous.

"You want me... to crack it?"

"What? Isn't this what you've always been doing?"

Xu Shi smiled and said, "I would also like to see the former chief engineer in person... So, as long as Mr. Luo can crack this drone, he can leave here."

"...It's that simple?"

"It's that simple."

Why should I believe you?

Luo Zhikang gritted his teeth, his words still filled with doubt.

The main problem was that he couldn't figure out what Xu Shi was really up to.

Hacking drones is not difficult for him, but the recent setbacks "Spark" has suffered at the hands of "Snake Ring" have forced him to think more deeply.

Given his age and experience, the old man had long realized that this new director of "Snake Ring" was far more than he appeared to be.

He may be morally corrupt and of low character, but he is definitely not the spoiled brat that people talk about!

Having previously worked within a large conglomerate, Luo Zhikang was quite familiar with this strategy of concealing one's abilities and biding one's time.

So, what exactly does he want to do?

It's definitely not that simple, so what's his next step...?

"Is my personal credit really that bad?"

Xu Shi interrupted his thoughts, "Moreover, does Mr. Luo perhaps feel that he has other options?"

"Don't think too much about being a fish on a chopping board. Wouldn't it be better to think about how to survive first?"

"..."

Luo Zhikang was speechless.

indeed.

No matter what, he is now someone else's prisoner.

Even if you figure out exactly what he'll do ten years from now, you still won't be able to leave this door and pass on the message.

All I can do right now is try to finish what I left unfinished.

After all, if there were even the slightest possibility, wouldn't the other party keep their word?

Although the probability is slim, this is his only remaining hope.

"...I hope Mr. Xu will keep his promise."

Thinking of this, he straightened his back and looked at Xu Shi in a deep voice.

"Definitely, definitely."

Xu Shi gently clasped his hands together. "Then I wish Mr. Luo success. If you need any tools, just ask anytime."

After saying that, he turned and left, slamming the door of the solitary confinement cell shut.

Someone was waiting at the corner. Seeing him approach, they hurriedly came forward to greet him, "Chairman Xu..."

It was none other than the timid and submissive Jiang Chengcheng.

"Why are you waiting for me here?"

Xu Shi was a little surprised, "Didn't I tell you to go to the office first?"

"I...I'm a little worried..."

Jiang Chengcheng said awkwardly, "You asked me to improve 'Sea Crane,' but time is a bit tight. I'm afraid I won't do a good job and it will delay your business..."

Especially when she heard him say that he would hand it over to someone else to disassemble, she felt even more uncertain.

"...No, I believe in your abilities."

Xu Shi was taken aback, then burst into laughter, "You're a big contributor to the company, don't always be so insecure about yourself."

Yes.

The new "Haihe" aircraft delivered to Luo Zhikang was not the version he had previously researched.

Even before arresting him, Xu Shi had approached Jiang Chengcheng and asked her to modify and upgrade the drone.

After all, in the original story, although it took some trouble, "Spark" still managed to successfully replicate "Sea Crane", producing a large number of imitations, and in the subsequent operation, they caught "Snake Ring" off guard.

Therefore, even though they have caught Luo Zhikang now, they still cannot be careless if they want to prevent him from winning this bet.

This kind of thing can only be left to Jiang Chengcheng, since he knows nothing about this area.

"But, but I'm worried that if Mr. Luo really succeeds in solving it, you, you'll..."

However, it seems that Jiang Chengcheng is even less confident than him now, muttering to herself.

"No, not at all."

Xu Shi blinked and said without any hesitation, "You don't really think I'll let him go just because he succeeded in cracking the code, do you?"

It can only be said that from the very beginning, he set up this betting game not to decide Luo Zhikang's fate, but for some other purpose.

Is my personal credit really that bad?

"So what are you doing here?"

Jiang Chengcheng was somewhat puzzled by these words.

"We'll find out when the time comes."

Xu Shi smiled and waved his hand, "I'm leaving. We'll talk about the rest in my office."

"……Um."

Jiang Chengcheng paused for a moment, then followed in his footsteps.

She doesn't care much about right and wrong, nor does she think there's anything wrong with Xu Shi's dishonest behavior.

But the way he valued her and the special feeling he gave her made her increasingly infatuated these past few days, and her belief in following him became stronger without her even realizing it.

She didn't want Xu Shi to lose from the bottom of her heart, and she didn't want him to lose because of her.

That's why she was so apprehensive just now, and only felt a little better after hearing Xu Shi's words of comfort.

...How could Chairman Xu have to comfort her like this? Jiang Chengcheng, what's wrong with you?

She subconsciously lowered her head again, feeling that she was really being unreasonable.

Xu Shi was unaware of Jiang Chengcheng's thoughts. After returning to his office, he immediately began reviewing the report she had submitted.

The reason she was called here today wasn't just about Luo Zhikang; it was also because he had contacted her a few days ago, saying he had completed the task he had previously assigned her.

That's perfect, let's take this opportunity to check out the results.

Actually, Chairman Xu was a complete novice in mechanical engineering, but surprisingly, when Jiang Chengcheng explained things to him, she didn't stutter like she usually did. Not only was her analysis logical and clear, but it was also very easy to understand.

With Su Lin, who is relatively knowledgeable, present, it would be easy to understand whoever was in charge.

The result was even more of a pleasant surprise for Xu Shi.

The equipment he handed over to Jiang Chengcheng for analysis was mostly made by "Shark Tooth," while the other part was made by "Spark."

Regardless of the type, Jiang Chengcheng dissected it in detail and provided a better upgrade and reconstruction plan!

This undoubtedly proves that her personal abilities far surpass Luo Zhikang's—after all, those self-made equipment were all designed and encrypted by the old man himself.

Not to mention "Shark Tooth"... "Spark" can only provide limited materials. No matter how capable Luo Zhikang is, the equipment he can manufacture alone will definitely be inferior to the conglomerate's weapons in terms of performance and precision.

But in front of Jiang Chengcheng, she was still like a naked girl, allowing Jiang Chengcheng to manipulate and play with her at will.

We've struck gold! We've really struck gold!

Xu Shi couldn't help but rub his hands together, his face beaming with joy.

Su Lin, who was standing to the side, was equally surprised. She knew more about this than Xu Shi, so she could better appreciate the ingenuity of Jiang Chengcheng's thinking.

But at the same time, she also noticed a problem.

"Miss Jiang, have we met somewhere before?"