Chapter 50 Quickly Travel! Fate of Ice Star (Part 2)
"The situation in Area B is more complicated than expected."
Shu Yang pointed to an area on the model and said solemnly, "The detector shows that the geological structure here is very special. Conventional blasting methods are likely to trigger a chain reaction and cause unpredictable consequences."
Feng Ziang walked to the front of the model and carefully observed the details of area B with a frown on his face.
He reached out and touched the cold projection, simulating various explosion plans in his mind.
He knew that Shu Yang was right, the situation in Area B was far more difficult than he had imagined.
"We need to get more accurate data as soon as possible."
Shu Yang's voice brought Feng Ziang back to reality. "I will arrange for drones to conduct aerial scans, and you will be responsible for collecting ground samples."
In the next few days, Shu Yang and Feng Ziang fought side by side, traveling across the desolate surface of the Ice Star, collecting valuable data.
The harsh natural environment and heavy work on Ice Star did not wear down their will, but instead formed a tacit cooperative relationship between them.
However, the atmosphere inside the base is far less peaceful than the surface of the ice planet.
Engineer Zhao questioned Feng Ziang's working methods. He believed that Feng Ziang was too radical and did not fully consider the risk factors.
"Director Shu, I know you think highly of Feng Ziang, but you can't risk the future of the entire project!"
Engineer Zhao's voice was filled with dissatisfaction. "We should have taken a more reliable approach instead of pinning our hopes on a new technology that has not been tested in practice!"
Shu Yang sat at his desk and rubbed his tired temples. Engineer Zhao's words gave him a headache. He understood Engineer Zhao's concerns and the responsibilities on his shoulders, but he also believed in Feng Ziang's ability.
"I'll consider your suggestion, but for now, please trust my judgment."
Although Shu Yang's voice was soft, it was full of unquestionable firmness. He stood up, walked to the window, and looked out at the snow and wind, his eyes became deep and firm.
At this moment, there was a knock on the office door. Secretary Chen came in and handed a document to Shu Yang.
"Supervisor, Wang Botu sent the latest scientific research data."
Shu Yang took the document, glanced through it quickly, and a barely perceptible smile appeared on his face. "It seems that we have made a new discovery..."
Shu Yang put down the documents, walked to the table and opened the three-dimensional projection model.
Wang Botu's latest research shows that the special geological structure underground in area B is not an insurmountable obstacle, but rather contains a new form of energy.
If a safe and effective development method can be found, it will have a revolutionary impact on the entire Ice Star colony.
This is exactly in line with Feng Ziang's previous speculation. Shu Yang couldn't help but think of the time in Bingxing Plaza when Feng Ziang pointed to that area and said firmly, "I believe there is a huge amount of energy hidden here, but we haven't found the key to unlock the treasure yet."
"Key..."
Shu Yang murmured to himself that Wang Botu's research data was undoubtedly the key to open this door, and Feng Ziang was the first person to discover this key.
"Boss, Engineer Zhao is still in the conference room waiting for your reply." Secretary Chen's voice brought Shu Yang back to reality.
"Tell him that the project will proceed as planned."
Shu Yang's tone was calm, yet it revealed an irresistible force.
"But……"
Secretary Chen hesitated to speak. She knew that Engineer Zhao had extensive experience in the team and was stubborn. If she couldn't convince him, the project would be difficult to proceed smoothly.
“No buts.”
Shu Yang interrupted her and said, "Please arrange an emergency meeting at 3 pm. I need to talk to all the project members."
"Yes, Director."
Secretary Chen left the office. Shu Yang looked at the snow outside the window, and the pressure in his heart grew greater and greater.
Faced with time constraints, limited resources and internal divisions within the team, he must lead everyone to overcome difficulties and complete this seemingly impossible task.
At three o'clock in the afternoon, project members walked into the meeting room one after another, each of them with a solemn look on their face.
Engineer Zhao sat in the corner with a gloomy face, obviously still dissatisfied with Shu Yang's decision.
Shu Yang was about to speak when Manager Li suddenly pushed the door and walked in with a mysterious smile on his face.
"Everyone, before the meeting begins, I have an important announcement to make."
Manager Li looked around at everyone, cleared his throat, and said slowly, "Just now, I received a notice from the company's senior management..."
"Just now, I received a notice from the company's senior management,"
Manager Li paused for a moment, looked around at everyone, and finally his eyes fell on Shu Yang, "The Ice Star Resource Development Project has been listed as the company's strategic core for the next five years!"
There was a buzz of discussion in the conference room, and everyone realized that this meant the company would invest more resources and energy, but it also meant that they would face greater pressure and challenges.
"The top management asked us to speed up the progress. We must come up with a feasible plan and conduct field tests within one year. I repeat, within one year!" Manager Li said in a serious tone, leaving no room for doubt.
One year! Hearing this number, even the usually calm Shu Yang couldn't help but frown.
The environment on Ice Planet is harsh, and resource exploration is already difficult, let alone large-scale development.
"This is impossible!"
Engineer Zhao stood up abruptly and retorted in a gruff voice, "We still have limited knowledge of Ice Star's resources. It would be too risky to rashly carry out large-scale development!"
"Mr. Zhao is right. We should be cautious," a young researcher agreed.
"Cautious? If we continue to be cautious, we will be left far behind by other colonies!"
Feng Ziang, who had been silent all this time, suddenly spoke up, his sharp eyes swept over everyone, "Ice Star Resources concerns everyone's future, we have no way out!"
"It's easy for you to say that. Will you be responsible if something goes wrong?" Engineer Zhao hit back without showing any weakness.
"Of course I am responsible!"
Feng Ziang did not back down. "I think Wang Botu's research data is enough to support us to carry out the next plan. We should believe in science and believe in ourselves!"
The atmosphere in the conference room suddenly became tense, with both groups insisting on their own opinions and neither side giving in.
Shu Yang sat in the main seat, frowning and silent. He knew that Engineer Zhao's concerns were not unreasonable. The environment of Bingxing was complex and changeable, and any small mistake could lead to catastrophic consequences.
But Feng Ziang's words also touched him. The Ice Star resources are their only hope. If they miss this opportunity, they will be trapped on this icy planet forever.
As time passed, the quarrel in the conference room gradually subsided, and everyone's eyes were focused on Shu Yang, waiting for his veto decision.
Shu Yang took a deep breath and spoke slowly: "I..."
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