"I also know that this is really asking too much. If it weren't for your protection these past few days, we might have already been buried in the mountains. We really shouldn't make any more unreasonable demands.

But I really can't do this without you. Even if I had any ideas, I wouldn't have the nerve to come to you."

Seeing Zhang Shuguang remain silent, Professor Zhong's heart sank to the bottom. He could only try one last time. There was no other way. He had to do his best and leave the rest to fate!

"Comrade Zhang Shuguang, no matter what your final decision is, we fully accept it.

If you don’t want your name to appear in our report, it will never appear.”

Professor Hong first stated his position.

National interests are above everything else, but this is not an excuse to betray their savior, who has saved their lives many times.

"Then if your superiors ask you why you couldn't find it the second time even though you were able to find it the first time, how will you explain it?"

"I said that the magnetic field deep in the Ailao Mountains is chaotic and it's impossible to tell the direction. We were lucky to find it, but there's no guarantee we'll find this place again."

The two professors were mentally prepared for Zhang Shuguang to refuse, so they also thought of reasons in advance.

"No, since you were able to come out of the Ailao Mountains where the magnetic field is disturbed, this excuse is not feasible.

Although I will not be an engineer, it does not mean that I am unwilling to contribute to the country's cause. I can provide technical guidance.

When the engineering troops arrive, have them come to the Southern Xinjiang Military Region to find me. I will lead them to open a road leading directly here."

The simplest method, of course, is for Zhang Shuguang to collect the mineral deposits into the system space and release them after leaving Ailao Mountain, but this method simply does not make sense.

Senior leaders are not as easy to fool as scientists who are obsessed with research, nor are they as trustworthy as their own family members who have unconditional trust in them.

If you arouse the suspicion of the top management, you will either have to work like a slave for them for the rest of your life, or you will have no choice but to flee overseas, otherwise the consequences will be unpredictable.

"Yes! Why didn't I think of such a good idea? We can cut a road through the mountains, build bridges over the water, and simply cut down all the trees along the way.

No matter how chaotic the magnetic field is, it just makes it difficult for us to discern the direction. As long as there is a path, we won’t go astray.”

Professor Zhong slapped his forehead and suddenly understood.

After the last problem was solved, the two professors were in a good mood. The clouds of worry on their faces disappeared and were replaced by smiles.

"Mark this place and prepare to leave the mountain."

Following Zhang Xiangnan's order, the soldiers cheered again.

The mission was finally completed and they were finally able to leave Ailao Mountain.

With Zhang Shuguang around, the food is good and there is no need to worry about safety, but Ailao Mountain is really not a good place.

The rainforest blocks out the sun, and you can't see the sun all day. It's as hot and humid inside as a steamer, and your body is often sticky.

There are also countless mosquito bites. You can catch three or two mosquitoes just by waving your hand.

It’s okay if I keep moving during the day, but I’m afraid that at night, even if they use smoke and insect repellent, I still can’t avoid getting a big bump all over my body.

The expert group and soldiers packed their equipment and bags and headed towards the outer camp under the leadership of Zhang Shuguang.

“Xiao Guang, how far is this place from the camp? Building a road is no small undertaking!

How about we leave some markings along the way, from here all the way to the camp, and then have the engineering team cut down trees and clear the way along the markings?"

Zhang Xiangnan still feels sorry for his son.

"I just pointed out the direction when they were felling the trees. I don't have to worry about clearing the road, and it won't take long.

Dad, if I hadn't come, do you think the company would have been able to complete the mission successfully?"

"Of course not. Apart from anything else, the killer bee swarm we encountered was enough to wipe us out."

Zhang Xiangnan knew that if Zhang Shuguang had not given them an advance warning, asking everyone to gather their formation and the flamethrower squad to prepare in advance, they would not have been able to pass that level at all.

Moreover, when the flamethrower squad members were changing the fuel bottles, it was Zhang Shuguang who blocked the continuous attacks of the killer bee swarm.

"So when I cut down trees, I also have to clear out any dangerous factors nearby and try to protect the lives of the engineering team.

Once the mountain is blasted to clear the road, it will be safe. The noise of the explosion will cause the wild animals to migrate on their own.”

Zhang Shuguang explained to his father why he had to come.

"Son, thank you for your hard work."

Zhang Xiangnan patted Zhang Shuguang on the shoulder, feeling both touched and guilty.

If I hadn't taken on this task, my son wouldn't have to work so hard.

"Every citizen has a share of responsibility for the fate of their nation. Every son and daughter of the Dragon Nation has an obligation to contribute to such important national research. Please do not feel guilty."

When entering the mountains, you need to constantly explore, and often you need to move horizontally. When leaving the mountains, you go in a straight line. Unless you encounter insurmountable natural dangers, there is no need to take a detour.

In one day, Zhang Shuguang led everyone through the depths of Ailao Mountain and arrived at the outer camp.

"Commander, Captain Liu, you're back!"

The remaining soldiers who were on alert at all times were the first to discover the returning large force.

The remaining soldiers were very happy to see that none of their comrades were killed or injured except for being covered in dirt.

"I'm back. Is there any problem here?"

"No problem, we just started the car this morning, everything is normal, we can return to the base at any time."

Today's battery technology is average, and starting the car every few days is also the task Zhang Xiangnan assigns to the remaining soldiers.

"Okay, it's too late today. Let's rest in the camp for one night. We can send the expert team back to the city tomorrow morning and then we can go back."

Everyone's return instantly made the deserted camp lively. In the entire camp, except for a few young men who stayed behind, everyone was very excited.

"Professor, congratulations on your safe return."

Several young men stood in front of Professor Zhong and Professor Hong and lowered their heads in shame.

Over the past ten days, the young masters have been suffering in their hearts and feel ashamed of their previous cowardice.

The soldiers of the remaining squad did not treat them well, thinking they were cowards who deserted the battlefield.

Their ancestors and fathers were all famous heroes, and they were the ones who stood on the city gate tower during the founding ceremony. They think they have brought discredit upon their fathers.

The two professors led their team and went into Ailao Mountain without hesitation, knowing that they would risk their lives.

Regardless of what they gained or whether they completed the organization's tasks, at least they carried out their tasks at the risk of their lives, and they are worthy of the country and the people.

"Classmates, our mission is complete, and we can return to the capital from Yuxi City tomorrow.

You are here to learn and observe. The depths of Ailao Mountain are dangerous and unknown, so I decided not to take you in. Don't feel disappointed.

When there's a chance in the future, Lao Zhong and I will bring you out again."

Zhang Shuguang looked at Professor Hong meaningfully, praising his ability to handle worldly affairs well.

If he didn't do research but instead got involved in politics, I believe he would also be a good politician.