Chapter 859: Someone I Know?
"What ulterior motive do I have? You're hurting me by saying that!" Gu Yin's heavy expression disappeared as she leaned back on the sofa, looking at Old Jin with an innocent expression.
Old Jin stood up: "Not going to talk? If you're not going to talk, I'm leaving! I'm busy!" He then took two steps.
"Hey, hey, hey! Don't rush me, Mr. Jin! I'll talk!" Gu Yin had no choice but to compromise.
"I've thought about it for several nights, and I think I can change the soldiers' physical data as you require. However, I want the results of this experiment to be usable only by our base. Anyone from outside, no matter who comes, must be kept under tight control! If I discover any leaks, I will destroy all the results immediately!"
Gu Yin put away her smile and looked at Elder Jin seriously.
Mr. Jin was surprised: "Then you still want to do experiments in genetic engineering? Since it can't be transmitted or used, there's no point in doing that experiment! But you still insist on doing it, don't you?"
What, you've figured it out in just a few days? Have you grown up?
Gu Yin shook her head: "I'll change direction and do some experiments that people can accept. As for the rest, let others work on it. I've done everything, what are they supposed to do? I just want to ask you? Even if the old leader comes, can you refuse? Give me an answer first so I can start my experiments."
Jin Lao nodded at her: "At the base, I'm in charge, and no one else can make a difference. Just relax! But what you've said is a bit difficult. Project Polaris will always exist. When I get old and pass away, your experimental results will definitely need to be preserved for someone to take over. What will we do then? The other person might not be me or you. I can't guarantee whether they have ambitions. I just hope that technology can develop rapidly and the problems you're worried about will no longer be problems."
Gu Yin stood up: "If there is no suitable successor, or if it is not under my control, I will destroy the data. Don't say I'm heartless."
Mr. Jin: "...You decide for yourself." It's Gu Yin's own business; he felt awkward asking her to leave the outcome.
"When will the first batch of people arrive? If they don't arrive, bring the data first, and I'll see where to start."
Jin Lao checked the time, stood up, and said, "Let's go, we should be getting close to the base entrance. Let's go out and see our first batch of space warriors!"
At the base entrance, a small team of ten people was tidying up their uniforms and luggage.
Without the team leader saying anything, everyone quieted down in less than a minute after finishing tidying up.
Their bodies stood straight and motionless, but upon closer inspection, one could see their eyes darting around.
No one knew what the mission was, where the destination was, or when the mission would take place. All they knew was that everyone had signed a waiver of life and death and left a will before they arrived.
When they were crossing the snow-capped mountains, they originally thought they were going to secretly infiltrate a neighboring country to carry out a mission, but it turned out they were still in China, and they had never heard of this base before.
Everyone here is a top figure in their respective units, with countless missions under their belts. I've never heard of this base. That shouldn't be the case.
As soon as Gu Yin and Elder Jin stepped out of the base, the ten people all turned to look at them in unison.
"salute!"
The team leader took a few steps forward and saluted Elder Jin and Gu Yin: "Report! All members of the ten-person team have arrived safely! Please give instructions, sir!"
Gu Yin looked at the person in front of her in surprise. It was the first time she had seen him like this. His voice was firm and resolute, and his eyes were like a sharpened blade, sharp and determined, revealing an unquestionable determination and courage.
Old Jin returned the greeting, then looked at the rest of the group and nodded in satisfaction: "This journey must have been difficult."
The team leader shook his head: "The difficult parts have all been arranged by the higher-ups. We can conquer the snow-capped mountains and uninhabited areas! So the journey has been quite smooth."
That's the truth. The snow-capped mountains and uninhabited areas were a bit difficult at first, but everyone had experience and worked together, so getting out wasn't a problem. It was the boundless desert that was a real danger, with its unpredictable quicksand, underground rivers, and wild animals that we'd never seen before. One wrong step and you could be dead.
They came out without any equipment or knowledge of these things. Even given time, they wouldn't have made it out. They probably wouldn't have been as complete as they are now. Fortunately, they were in a hurry, and the vehicle that was supposed to pick them up arrived as soon as they reached the depths of the desert.
The intention of bringing them here was not to let them experience those things. After all, they are going to space and will no longer face the dangers on Earth, so there's no need to waste their time.
"Alright, I won't say much more. Once you're inside, someone will explain to you what you're here for! Now, get ready and rest at the base for a day. Tomorrow, your mission will begin, and it's incredibly difficult! Whether you can complete it or not, none of us know. You might not even be able to carry out the mission even if you stay here your whole life. Be prepared. Let's go."
After listening to Mr. Jin's words, none of the ten people had any doubts or hesitations; their eyes were full of curiosity and eagerness to try! However, now that they had arrived, it was impossible to back down.
Among the ten people were both men and women. Gu Yin looked over and was surprised again when she saw the last person in line. But knowing that this was not the time to speak, Gu Yin looked away.
Upon entering the base and descending into the canyon, the journey was manageable until they exited the passageway, at which point the ten people were completely immobilized.
"Where is this place?"
"When did our country's technology become so advanced?"
"Hey you! Aren't you from the Air Force? Look at these things, aren't they the latest ones?"
"No! I swear on my life! This is absolutely not! I've even seen those hidden, unreleased weapons! None of them are the same! And these weapons, equipment, and aircraft look completely different from the ones we fly!"
"Don't you think it looks a bit like one of those UFO flying machines from science fiction novels?"
"..." Everyone fell silent.
"!!!" The crowd was filled with a mixture of fear and excitement!
"I...I don't want to rest anymore!! Can I look around?!"
"Report! I request to be on duty!"
"I want one too!"
"Me too!"
Looking at their wolf-like eyes, Old Jin smiled and shook his head: "You must rest, this is a mission! But you must rest, your physical data is crucial to the mission. However, you can go and have a look around after you finish eating."
"Yes, sir!" Upon hearing this, the ten men immediately stood at attention and adjusted their mindset.
The mission is the most important!
After arranging for someone to take them downstairs, Mr. Jin headed towards his office.
"Judging from your eyes just now, did you recognize someone?"
Gu Yin snapped out of her daze and nodded: "Yes, there are two. I'm a little surprised. I just didn't expect to meet them here."
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