Miss Jiang Chengcheng stayed behind, seemingly to report on her work.

She also told Xu Shi about the progress of the "Over-Limit Project" in great detail.

"Now, we can link the upgrading capability and electronic unit catalysis in the most basic way."

She said seriously, "This is a disguised upgrade based on the master version of the 'Sand Nightmare' chip... I also found some 'Upgraders' to test it, and the feedback was not bad."

"However, this kind of mutual enhancement is still relatively general. It can only target general aspects such as speed and power. It is not yet possible to make a customized version according to your requirements, Mr. Xu. The stability also needs to be further improved."

As she spoke, she handed a sample to Xu Shi.

Xu Shi wasn't entirely surprised by this result.

The "Sand Nightmare" was readily available, and to prevent people from stealing it from the river, he specifically sent Su Lin to guard it.

This thing is actually the latest generation of military-grade tactical chip, used in conjunction with brain-computer interfaces to provide users with greater combat power. In terms of stability, it may be even better than subcutaneously implanted nanocircuits.

In fact, Jiang Chengcheng had already started research and development before the collaboration even began. With the cooperation of the "Prism" team, it is only natural that she has achieved initial results in a short period of time.

This was much easier than the sinking river operation in the original story—given his strength, he only had Luo Zhikang by his side, and most of the other talents were from Sin City, who were inferior to him in terms of technology, equipment, and funds.

If he can succeed with his qualifications, I can only do better.

This was even done with Jiang Chengcheng working at only half her usual efficiency—in fact, her mental illness wasn't completely cured. Although she was much better than before, she still needed to receive regular psychological treatment, though not as frequently as before.

For this reason, Xu Shi didn't actually intend for her to start working so quickly, but she insisted on it and that's why he agreed.

However, he still cannot agree to her request to become an "ascended one" for the time being.

But then again, if she's already like this in her current state, what would she be like when she goes all out...?

"Speaking of which, if it's convenient, Mr. Xu, could you spare some time to do a test?"

Jiang Chengcheng continued, "Specialized ability enhancement devices need to be analyzed based on each person's situation, and I think this first time... should, and must, belong to you."

"OK."

Xu Shi did not refuse and readily agreed.

This was originally the ultimate goal of the "Over-Limit Project." Broadly supporting chips is just the beginning; specialized and refined equipment is the real goal.

He also held onto his expectations, since he didn't receive this treatment in the original story... In fact, until he met his demise, the plot didn't describe much about this kind of technology.

This is a field with endless possibilities.

"Well done, Chengcheng, you've worked hard."

Xu Shi couldn't help but marvel again at how wonderful Jiang Chengcheng was, saying that he liked her more and more the more he looked at her. "But you should also pay attention to balancing work and rest. There's no need to rush. Just take it slow."

"You don't need to worry too much about me, I know what I'm doing."

Jiang Chengcheng chuckled shyly, "It is my greatest honor to be able to provide assistance to Chairman Xu."

"That's good." Xu Shi replied with a smile.

Logically speaking, after discussing these matters, Ms. Jiang Chengcheng's performance review should have ended.

However, she still didn't seem to have any intention of leaving. Instead, she looked at Xu Shi cautiously with an expectant gaze, and didn't even let go of the hand he was holding.

Seeing this, Xu Shi couldn't help but chuckle; her look was quite easy to understand.

Speaking of which, Jiang Chengcheng has changed quite a bit during this period of time.

Her appearance is one thing, but now she's wearing a white lab coat from the engineering department on the outside, a black shirt and pantyhose underneath, her round glasses have been replaced with contact lenses, and her hair has been styled. She's no longer the country bumpkin she used to be; she's now quite a sight to behold.

On the other hand, there are the changes that have occurred in the engineering department since she took over.

After becoming the top leader of the engineering department, she didn't make many changes or reforms to her subordinates. In fact, the original staff of the engineering department didn't treat her very well either—after all, when Jiang Fengshan was still around, they only thought of her as a timid and inconspicuous person.

However, not long after that, when Xu Shi looked again, everyone in the engineering department was completely obedient to her, and even a little... afraid of her.

Xu Shi didn't know what methods she used to make them obey her so readily, but considering what she did to Jiang Fengshan in prison, he could probably guess seven or eight parts of the story.

Goodness, could it be that she has awakened some strange attribute... Xu Shi sighed inwardly, but he had never seen her show such emotions before.

This is the best example of her complete depravity. No matter how she acts in front of others, she is always obedient to herself and will do her best to fulfill her own demands.

This pleased him quite a bit, and he had long since seen through the other party's emotions.

Curiosity, excitement, jealousy, and desire are all real, especially jealousy, which is exceptionally strong.

Was it because of what I've been doing to other people lately, like Lin Yue and Ye Shanshan?

If that's really the case, then this emotion is far too sensitive... Xu Shi sighed helplessly, a hint of amused amusement in his eyes.

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