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"We must find a way, even if it means risking our lives."
Jiang Xiao remained silent for a moment, then slowly spoke.
“I know this sounds crazy, but we have no choice. If we don’t go, the disaster will continue to spread and countless lives will be lost.”
His words plunged the previously noisy base into a brief silence.
Everyone knew that this was a race against time, and they didn't have much time to waste.
"I have an idea."
A marine biologist named Lin Feng stepped forward, a glint of light in his eyes.
"We can try to modify nuclear submarines to increase their pressure resistance, although the risks are great, it is the only way at present."
"Modify a nuclear submarine?" Jiang Xiao's eyes lit up. "Then what are we waiting for? Let's get started right away!"
"Bullshit! It's not that easy! You oceanographers know nothing! All you do is spout nonsense!"
A defense expert stood up and said, "That's a nuclear submarine!"
"It is made with the most advanced materials in our world. How could we possibly find a stronger material to replace it in such a short time?"
"Moreover, it's not that you can modify a material just because it's strong enough. We also need to see if it's compatible. After all, no matter how strong diamond is, you can't use it as a fan, right?"
This is true.
"unless."
Another expert said slowly.
"Unless you can compress the limits of a nuclear submarine, I mean, just to reach that depth."
Do we only need to reach that depth?
So that means we don't need to worry about whether the people on the nuclear submarine can come back?
Ah no.
To be precise, they definitely won't be coming back.
The atmosphere in the meeting room instantly fell silent.
"Could we send some robots down?"
"Impossible. This thing is weaker than the human body, especially a high-precision robot. Don't be fooled by science fiction movies."
Well.
This is true.
Jiang Xiao recalled that when he was a child, the dean would occasionally give him some robot toys during the Chinese New Year, which would break if bumped or knocked.
Indeed, it cannot be made.
"Is that the only way?"
If possible, Jiang Xiao did not want to use human lives to fill the gaps, and even if he did, it might not solve the problem.
"There isn't just one way, and there aren't any other ways for the time being."
These experts believe that given enough time and by gathering the world's most advanced talent, equipment, and materials, reaching that depth is not a problem.
But the problem is, there isn't that much time left for humanity.
After a moment of silence, everyone tacitly agreed to discuss this plan for the time being.
This operation is clearly a suicide mission. How many people are being sent? And whose people are they?
These are all important points.
Immediately, the sound of arguing rose again in the conference room, and everyone's faces showed anxiety and dissatisfaction.
Some believe that the Navy should send elite personnel, while others suggest that research institutions should select the best researchers, and still others recommend drawing personnel directly from special forces.
Amid the argument, a series of reasons and rebuttals arose, creating a tense and chaotic atmosphere.
As Jiang Xiao watched all this, a sense of powerlessness welled up deep within him.
He knew that this operation required not only physically fit soldiers, but also scholars with a strong academic background.
Because they not only have to face the extreme environment of the deep sea, but they are also very likely to communicate with the exceptionally intelligent deep-sea divers.
In this situation, it's impossible to assign some physically strong but mentally challenged brutes to negotiate and communicate, right?
"Everyone, be quiet!"
Jiang Xiao's voice suddenly rang out in the conference room, his eyes firm and powerful.
"What we need now is not arguments, but a practical plan. For this operation, we need all-round talents who have outstanding physical abilities and a wealth of knowledge."
"What we need are people who can survive in extreme environments, have high emotional intelligence, can communicate amicably with deep-sea divers if they happen to encounter them, and have extensive marine experience to deal with all kinds of complex situations that may arise. We cannot allow any link to go wrong, otherwise not only us, but all of humanity will face destruction."
"Everyone, be brave! It's not a big deal! This is for the survival of humanity! You experts, at a time like this, are still making a racket, what kind of behavior is that!"
"This operation is the responsibility of all of us. It is our duty, our indomitable spirit!"
Jiang Xiao's words were a wake-up call to everyone present, and everyone felt their faces burning.
As natives of the ghost story world, their awareness is actually inferior to that of the Demon Prince.
Seeing the ashamed expressions on these people's faces, Jiang Xiao nodded in satisfaction and continued.
"Besides, if you don't go, and he doesn't go, am I the one who should go?"
Everyone:? ? ?
You son of a bitch!
"So, how should we select these people?"
An old general stood up and asked, his voice steady and powerful.
“We can select the best candidates from various fields and then conduct rigorous physical and knowledge tests.”
Lin Feng put forward his own ideas.
"Only those who perform well in the tests are qualified to participate in this operation."
"I agree."
Another expert nodded in agreement.
"We need the best of the best, and we cannot afford to lose any."
After some discussion, everyone finally reached a consensus.
They decided to select individuals nationwide who met certain standards in both physical fitness and knowledge.
They then undergo a series of tests and training to ensure they are capable of undertaking this dangerous mission to the deep sea.
In the following days, elites from all over the country were urgently summoned.
Among them are naval divers, top scholars from research institutes, and elite members of special forces.
Finally, they were taken to a secret base and began rigorous selection and training.
Everyone knew that they were about to face an unprecedented challenge, or to put it bluntly, they were going to their deaths.
But for the future of humanity, they have no room to back down.
They must face that unknown deep-sea journey with the strongest will and the firmest belief.
Deep sea embers!
Significant progress has been made in the world of ghost stories.
But Wang Ju on Blue Star aged more than ten years in just a few days.
Wang Ju stood in front of the pyramid, gazing heavily at the ancient structure.
Ever since Sun Wei disappeared, he knew that this pyramid was no ordinary structure, that it concealed unknown secrets, and that it might be related to the future of humanity.
He has dispatched multiple teams, each composed of elites, with each member being a rigorously selected and specially trained expert.
However, every expedition ended in failure, and no one was able to unveil the mysteries of the pyramids.
What pained Director Wang even more was that many of these expedition teams never returned.
Their deaths were unusually bizarre; some looked as if they had been crushed by an invisible force, while others had expressions of fear and pain on their faces.
It was as if he had seen something incredible in the last moments of his life.
Director Wang closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and tried to calm the turmoil in his heart.
He knew that this couldn't go on; he had to find the key to unlocking the mystery of the pyramids.
Just then, a figure hurried over; it was his capable assistant, Li Gang.
"Chief, we've discovered a new lead." Li Gang's voice was tinged with excitement.
Director Wang opened his eyes and quickly turned around: "Speak."
“We found some strange symbols on the outside of the pyramids that we had never seen before. What’s most puzzling is that the symbols are located in a very remote part of the pyramid, but they are very well preserved. This is very unusual!”
“We invited experts to analyze it, and they believe it may be an ancient code.”
A glint flashed in Director Wang's eyes.