The next morning.
In southern China, on an open space near the sea.
At this moment, the place was bustling with activity, a scene of construction.
Suddenly, a helicopter flew in from a distance.
The helicopter carrying Ye Chen slowly came to a stop in front of the construction site.
He was notified last night that the nuclear fusion reactor survey and site selection had been completed and construction would begin today.
As the chief engineer of the nuclear fusion reactor, he was picked up by helicopter early in the morning and flew for three hours to arrive.
Looking out from the helicopter, Ye Chen saw construction machinery and a temporary factory building everywhere, with people constantly moving around.
After the helicopter came to a stop, Ye Chen stepped down. Li Muyue, wearing an orange helmet, stood gracefully below, waiting for him.
Upon seeing Ye Chen jump down, he stepped forward and said with a smile, "Welcome, Chief Engineer Ye. Old Liu is in the temporary research institute. He asked me to pick you up."
"Mu Yue, it's been a long time." Ye Chen was also very happy to see Li Mu Yue and quickly greeted her.
The two talked as they arrived at the door of the largest tin-roofed house.
"Ye Chen, Professor Liu and the project team's researchers are inside, so I won't go in."
Li Muyue smiled and said this to Ye Chen before turning around and leaving.
Ye Chen looked at the simple tin shack and stepped inside.
As soon as I entered, I saw Liu Bangguo and several other elderly men with gray hair sitting around a table, talking about something. A group of middle-aged and young technicians were also standing around them.
"Ye Chen, you're here." Liu Bangguo heard the door being pushed open, looked up, saw Ye Chen walk in, smiled, quickly put down what he was holding, and came over.
"Everyone, everyone's here. Let me introduce you. This is Ye Chen, the chief technical engineer for this project."
Liu Bangguo took Ye Chen's arm and turned to introduce him to the crowd.
Ye Chen smiled, nodded, and greeted everyone.
Upon seeing Ye Chen's face, the crowd immediately began to whisper among themselves.
"Professor Liu, aren't you in charge of this project? Aren't you the chief technical engineer?" Professor Li Anwen immediately asked.
"No." Liu Bangguo smiled and then explained, "I am the overall person in charge of the project, but the chief engineer in terms of technology is Ye Chen, who is working with me. For any subsequent technical issues, you can consult him."
Liu Bangguo's words caused an uproar.
"Really? This young man looks to be in his early twenties, probably just graduated from university?"
"Is it appropriate to appoint a young man in his twenties as the chief engineer for such an important project?"
"Nonsense! A group of old guys who have been studying this for years, are you going to let this young man give us instructions?"
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They were all professors and technicians in the field of nuclear energy who were transferred from various places. After joining the project team, they only knew that the person in charge of the project was Liu Bangguo, and they did not know any other information.
Upon seeing Ye Chen's face, he couldn't help but feel surprised and dissatisfied.
Ye Chen is far too young!
The professors here have all dedicated decades to the study of nuclear energy.
Even the technical staff on the side are at least PhD students with several years of research experience.
Ye Chen, who looked to be only in his early twenties, was certainly met with some dissatisfaction from the crowd.
Liu Bangguo frowned. He hadn't expected that something like this would happen because of Ye Chen's age.
"Mr. Liu, you're not joking, are you?"
At this moment, a glint flashed in Li Anwen's eyes. He glanced at Ye Chen, then turned his head and questioned him.
If Liu Bangguo hadn't taken the position of chief engineer, then he would have had a chance to compete for it!
It's important to know that this is humanity's first nuclear fusion reactor. Serving as the chief engineer here, regardless of whether it ultimately succeeds or not, would bring immeasurable fame and benefits.
“I never joke,” Liu Bangguo said, frowning as he spoke each word carefully.
Li Anwen was stunned for a moment, then immediately retorted, "Old Liu, I'm not convinced. What right does a young man in his early twenties have to be our chief engineer?"
After speaking, he turned his gaze to the crowd, a mocking look in his eyes, and said, "Isn't everyone here more senior than him?"
"that is!"
"that is!"
Sure enough, everyone responded enthusiastically.
Ye Chen frowned upon seeing the scene before him.
This situation must be stopped, otherwise, internal doubts will arise before the project even starts, which is unacceptable!
He looked at the professor in front of him who was inciting the crowd, took a step forward, and said calmly, "You're not satisfied with me being the chief engineer?"
"Hmph, what right do you have?" Li Anwen snorted coldly and said indifferently.
"OK, since you're not satisfied, please leave this project." Ye Chen's calm words reached everyone's ears.
The room fell silent immediately.
Their eyes were fixed on Ye Chen, a look of disbelief in their eyes.
Unexpectedly, this young man immediately offered to fire an old professor!
“You…” Li Anwen was stunned for a moment, not knowing what to say.
He didn't expect Ye Chen to be so decisive, making an example of him to warn others!
Ye Chen ignored Li Anwen and looked at Liu Bangguo, saying calmly, "Old Liu, as the chief engineer of the nuclear fusion reactor, I have the right to say this, don't I?"
"Of course." Old Liu nodded immediately, looking solemnly at Ye Chen.
Ye Chen nodded, looked around at everyone, and said calmly, "I know many of you are not convinced by me, but from now on, whether you are convinced or not, please keep it to yourself and just do your best."
"otherwise..."
"I have no choice but to ask you to leave."
After saying that, Ye Chen turned around smartly and walked straight out the door.
"This... is too arrogant, what a big mouth! Why should I leave!" Li Anwen looked at the departing figure, his face showing indignation.
Then, he looked at Liu Bangguo, demanding an explanation.
However.
Old Liu's answer was indeed beyond his expectations.
"I support Ye Chen's decision. If you have any objections, you can leave after signing the confidentiality agreement."
Liu Bangguo didn't quite agree with Ye Chen's approach, but he wouldn't oppose it either.
Ye Chen knew very well whether he wanted to be the chief engineer!
If Ye Chen hadn't personally invited him, he definitely would have refused.
If Ye Chen were to back down because of this, it would be a huge loss!
To put it another way, if Ye Chen, as the project's chief technical engineer, remained unmoved when questioned in person, that would be weakness.
A weak chief engineer cannot lead a team to success!
Although the idea of making an example of someone to scare others was met with some resentment, it shouldn't have meant that these researchers were out of control from the start!
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