Chapter 182 I Believe in You [Update 1]
This time, the encirclement and suppression operation against the Dark Star Pirates was an unprecedented success, because the pirates were completely wiped out, but it was also an unprecedented failure, because the main members of the star pirates had been taken to their doorsteps, but were kidnapped.
How can this not make people angry?
No matter who participated in the encirclement and suppression operation or who came to support, they all returned to the central base of the Imperial Capital Star with a heart full of depression and anger. At the summary meeting of this operation, the meeting had been going on for a full ten minutes, but it was still silent.
Ruan Xi had never felt such an atmosphere before. The anger and depression he felt like everyone else were gradually worn away, leaving only anxiety and impatience.
Is there really any point in wasting time standing there like this? Or is this a competition to see who can't stand it first and take the bullet? This isn't anyone's fault!
Just when Ruan Xi was about to stand up and be the first to speak out, a familiar figure appeared at the door of the conference room.
Ruan Xi: "..." Why did His Royal Highness the Crown Prince also join in the fun?
It would be a lie to say he wasn't surprised, but what His Royal Highness the Crown Prince said afterwards made him suddenly understand.
"This matter isn't that complicated. There's just a traitor. Our first priority is to find this traitor. Otherwise, the more powerful they become, the more damage they'll cause us. Now, let's not be silent. Let's put aside the merits of this operation and come up with a follow-up plan."
After these words were spoken, the originally stagnant atmosphere in the conference hall finally became lively. His Royal Highness the First Prince strode towards the main seat and stopped when he passed by Ruan Xi's seat.
"Doctor Ruan is a researcher. He has more important things to do. There's no need to waste time in this meeting."
These words touched Ruan Xi's heart. As soon as His Royal Highness the Crown Prince finished speaking, he immediately stood up excitedly and said, "Then I'll go back to the lab first."
With the permission of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, Ruan Xi left the conference room openly and ran to his own exclusive laboratory without looking back.
He still has a lot of feasibility to verify, so he has no time to waste in meetings. His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is worthy of being one of us, and I have to give him a thumbs up!
When he arrived at the door of his laboratory, Ruan Xi discovered that there was another surprise waiting for him. The two main members of the Medical Research and Development Department and their six researchers were waiting for his return.
"Master Ruan Xi, we are here to help you."
"Great, let's get started!"
Given the circumstances, Ruan Xi never wanted to be a lone ranger. That path was too difficult to walk, and it was obvious that he would not go far. Medicine and pharmacy have always been closely related to people. How could they be separated from the crowd?
Ruan Xi's scientific research work was in full swing. On the other side, the discussion of the post-war summary and subsequent plans in the conference hall was full of tension from the beginning. Everyone hated the traitor who had not yet been caught, and their vigilance was raised to the highest level.
From being kidnapped by Isaac, to being rescued, to being attacked, and finally returning to the central base to continue his scientific research work, Ruan Xi was completely non-stop, his emotions were always tense, and he remained in a state of high tension.
The plant samples collected from Isaac's secret greenhouse were analyzed one by one, turned into the most detailed data, and presented to everyone, which shocked everyone.
"These plants are incredible, Doctor Ruan, are you sure these are plants from the alien race's origin? If they really have such rich plant resources, why do they always invade others?" People who focus on scientific research always have a straight line of thinking. They only know to move forward on the path of scientific research, and their appreciation is more accustomed to being limited to their own professional fields.
Ruan Xi understands such "limitations" very well, but he will not let himself be trapped in such "limitations".
"Never try to speculate on the minds of invaders with a peaceful mindset. What they pursue isn't harmony with nature, but endless power. The power that alien races pursue is perverted. We humans, simply by being careless, become victims of this perverted mentality."
When Ruan Xi said this, he was extremely calm, even cold. His mind was clearer than ever before, and he was more certain than ever before. He must go to the alien race's origin in person. His perception told him that only by going to the alien race's origin could he find the answers he wanted and a way out for mankind.
Ruan Xi naturally wouldn't tell anyone about this feeling. At this moment, he couldn't wait to meet He Ziqian.
"No! We are not victims! We will not become victims! We can drive away the aliens once, and we can drive them away again!" A young researcher waved his fist excitedly, as if he was ready to go out and fight the aliens at any time.
"Yes, we will not be the victims. No matter how many times, we humans can defend our homeland!" When Ruan Xi said this, his expression was almost gentle, but his eyes were full of determination. No one would think that this was just a simple slogan.
Because, in order to strengthen human power, Ruan Xi has done so much, and what he has produced in just a few months is even more powerful than the results of decades of hard work by these scientific researchers.
"Well said. This is our common goal as human beings. We are willing to sacrifice our lives for it." Outside the door, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, who had come in at some point, walked into the laboratory, clapping his hands slowly and forcefully. Behind him were He Ziqian and General Tian.
Once Ruan Xi's eyes met He Ziqian's, she couldn't move them away.
Now that the Crown Prince has arrived, he naturally has to give an inspiring speech. While the other researchers were listening to the speech excitedly, Ruan Xi and He Ziqian quietly gathered together.
"I want to go back to the greenhouse. I have some new discoveries." Ruan Xiyan briefly stated his wishes, and then stared at He Ziqian eagerly, waiting for his answer.
This eager look like a little animal made He Ziqian curl up his lips in such a serious atmosphere. If he hadn't been concerned about the presence of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, he would have laughed out loud on the spot.
"Okay, I'll go with you." Although He Ziqian knew that Isaac had just been kidnapped and that he would most likely encounter unknown dangers on this trip, he was willing to accompany Ruan Xi no matter when and where he went.
Because He Ziqian knew that Ruan Xi always had a purpose in everything he did. Since Ruan Xi was obsessed with that greenhouse, then that greenhouse must be of vital importance to the situation and even to humanity.
Ruan Xi expected He Ziqian to agree, but she didn't expect that he would agree without even a second's consideration. She subconsciously asked, "Don't you want to ask more questions?"
"I believe you!"
Just three words made Ruan Xi smile brightly. When their eyes met, their tacit understanding was unspoken.
The two of them acted alone this time. The rest of the Eagle Team had other tasks and had left the base before the meeting was over.
His Royal Highness the Crown Prince was actually a little worried about their trip, but after a secret conversation with He Ziqian, he agreed to this action.
"This is clearly a mission that can be completed in half a month at most, but why do I have a feeling that I won't see you for a long time..." This feeling is not good. His Royal Highness the Crown Prince fell silent at the end of his words, feeling that he was a bit of a pessimist.
Ruan Xi also felt that the eldest prince was being a pessimist, but she forced herself not to express her dissatisfaction directly. She had to put on a smile, thank the prince for his support and understanding, then turned around and went about her business.
But when Ruan Xi turned around and raised his eyes, he saw two old men walking towards him.
"Grandpa, Grandpa He, why are you here? Grandpa He, didn't you go back to Sirius?" When they were attacked on their way back, Ruan Xi heard the news that Grandpa He had rushed back to the Sirius system to prevent any accidents, and Grandpa An was living in He Ziqian's house, waiting for their return.
They have been extremely busy these days, eating only convenient nutritional supplements and wishing they could save all their sleeping time. They simply cannot spare the time to see the old man. Now that they have seen the old man, they feel a surge of guilt.
"Grandpa, I'm sorry, I've been too busy these days..." Ruan Xi took a few steps forward to support Grandpa An. Looking at the old man's slightly haggard face, it was obvious that he was worried about them a lot, and he felt even more guilty.
The two experienced men understood Ruan Xi's expression immediately and couldn't help laughing. "Child, it's more important for you to focus on your work. We're just waiting on the side. What's the big deal? There's no need to feel guilty. Grandpa knows you're doing well, and that's enough!"
Ruan Xi: "..." However, they didn't know what they were going to do next, and whether they could continue to do well. Ruan Xi didn't know how to tell the old man.
"Xiao Xi, I think you should not take too many risks. Hasn't it been proven that the pirate leader is an alien? He must have been kidnapped by aliens. If you run back at this time, wouldn't you be walking into a trap? What will you do if you get caught again?" Ruan Xi was struggling with how to tell her grandfather, but Grandpa He blurted out everything.
"You still want to go back? No... it can't be just the two of you going back, right?" Only then did Old An pay attention to the expressions of the two children. They looked almost identical in guilt and entanglement. The answer was already on the verge of coming out.
"It's too dangerous! Who knows if the enemy has already ambushed there, waiting for you to rush in?" The old man really refused to do it and objected firmly. Ruan Xi was about to say something else when he was stopped by He Ziqian.
"I'll talk to grandpa." Then, He Ziqian put his arm around his grandfather's shoulders without saying anything and went to the lounge next to them to talk in private, leaving Ruan Xi and Old Man He looking at each other in confusion.
"Um... did Grandpa say something wrong? Grandpa is worried about you, really. Listen to Grandpa and don't go there. There must be an ambush there. That pirate leader named Isaac is targeting you and must be keeping an eye on you! You are such a good kid, so talented. The country needs you, so stay in the base!"
Mr. He spoke with great sincerity and even looked affectionate. However, in Ruan Xi's eyes, all this seemed strangely inconsistent.
Ruan Xi felt that Mr. He was not the kind of person who would say such words. There was something strange about him, but when he tried to think about it carefully, he couldn't figure out the reason.
In the end, no one knew how He Ziqian convinced Mr. An. Anyway, although the old man's face didn't look good, he really agreed.
"Grandpa, don't worry, we will protect ourselves well."
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