Chapter 23

The meeting was chaired by the Rote Commissioner, and besides core scientists such as Qian Bowen and Academician Li,

there were also the chief executives from the major military‑industrial groups of aviation, space, shipbuilding, and weapons.

"Comrades," Luo Lao's gaze swept the room, and he began slowly:

"One hundred tons of star‑fall alloy has already been successfully replicated and has passed all tests.

I think I need not elaborate on the strategic significance of this batch of material.

Now, what we need to discuss is how to allocate and use this precious strategic resource most efficiently and rationally."

A heated discussion broke out in the conference room immediately, one could even call it a "scramble".

"Commissioner comrade, our aviation group urgently needs at least thirty tons! The prototype of the next‑generation 'Shenglong' fighter has entered the critical breakthrough stage,

With this batch of alloy, we are confident we can complete the first flight within six months, and many performance metrics will fully surpass the Eagle Sauce fighter!"

An aviation group leader, who bore the General Star on his shoulder, said excitedly.

"Old Zhang, your aviation eats meat, but you still have to leave some broth for our space program!"

The head of the space group immediately retorted,

"Our heavy‑lift rocket project, as well as several key aerospace vehicle projects, have an equally urgent demand for this heat‑resistant, high‑strength, lightweight material! We are applying for twenty tons; we cannot have less!"

"Everyone, everyone, listen to me for a moment!"

The chief of the shipbuilding group could no longer sit still,

"Our Type‑100 attack nuclear submarine and Type‑002 electromagnetic catapult aircraft carrier are both waiting to be put into the pot! The pressure‑resistant hull, flight deck, and key structural components,

which one can do without high‑performance alloy? We are applying for forty tons! That's already a conservative estimate!"

For a moment, the conference room erupted into noise comparable to a bustling market.

Everyone wanted to secure more star‑fall alloy for their own projects, after all this material is extremely important.

Qin Hao sat beside them, watching these national pillars who are usually only seen on television argue over the "star‑fall alloy" until their faces were flushed, and he felt a deep sense of awe.

Luo Lao and the others calmed down a bit before speaking:

"I understand your feelings; although this batch amounts to one hundred tons, compared with our massive demand it is still a drop in the bucket."

"Moreover, this is only the first batch; there will be more in the future, so everyone should stop fighting and use it where it matters most."

After intense coordination and comprehensive deliberation, the final allocation of the one hundred tons of alloy was decided.

The aviation group received thirty‑five tons, to prioritize the development of the next‑generation fighter and aviation engines.

The space group received twenty‑five tons, for heavy rockets and aerospace vehicle projects,

The shipbuilding group received thirty tons, to focus on building new nuclear submarines and aircraft carriers.

The remaining ten tons will be kept as strategic reserve for some more special or urgent projects.

At the close of the meeting, an elderly gentleman from the National Strategic Research Office, with silver hair and a scholarly demeanor, spoke slowly.

He had been silent until now; his words gradually cooled the previously heated atmosphere.

"Rote Commissioner, colleagues, Qin Hao's abilities have brought our nation unprecedented strategic opportunities, that is indisputable.

Whether it was the earlier crystal cores or the current alloy, they have shown us the hope of overtaking on the curve, even changing lanes to lead."

He paused, his gaze sweeping over Qin Hao, his eyes complex and profound:

"However, should we also calmly contemplate a question.

Such a powerful, almost spontaneous matter‑creation ability, if over‑relied upon, could it cause long‑term impacts on our nation's own research system and industrial foundation?

When we can easily 'replicate' the most cutting‑edge results, how many people are willing to tackle the toughest research challenges? How should our traditional manufacturing sector position itself?"

The elder's words were like a bucket of cold water poured over the heated minds of the crowd.

Indeed, Qin Hao's system capability is overwhelmingly extraordinary.

So extraordinary it can change everything.

But does this change truly have no drawbacks?

Academician Li frowned slightly:

"Wang Lao, your concerns are not unfounded. However, the current international situation does not allow us to proceed step by step.

Qin Hao's abilities are the key to breaking the blockade and gaining development time. We cannot abandon the huge present advantage because of future uncertainty."

"I am not saying we should abandon the advantage," Wang Lao shook his head,

"What I mean is, while we enjoy this 'gift from the heavens', we must also stay vigilant and strengthen our own fundamental research and innovation capabilities."

"Qin Hao's abilities can be seen as a 'catalyst' and a 'multiplier', but he cannot replace our nation's entire research and industrial system."

"Moreover, we must consider the possibility—yes, the possibility—that Qin Hao's system encounters a problem, or that the system disappears one day; how should we respond?"

The atmosphere in the conference room grew somewhat solemn.

Wang Lao's concerns were very sharp and also very realistic.

Luo Lao pondered for a moment, then said:

"Wang Lao's worries are also issues we have been contemplating. Qin Hao is a valuable asset to the nation; his safety and health are paramount.

Regarding the system's capabilities, we must both boldly employ it to address urgent needs and plan prudently to avoid long‑term adverse effects."

After speaking, he turned his gaze back to Qin Hao,

"Xiao Qin, the very existence of the system within you is our Yanhuang Guo's greatest strategic trump card. I believe the higher authorities will do everything to protect and support you.

But at the same time, we hope you understand that this ability brings not only glory, but also responsibility, and perhaps pressures that ordinary people can scarcely imagine."

Qin Hao felt a chill in his heart; he understood the deeper meaning in Luo Lao's and Wang Lao's words.

The system's capability truly is a double‑edged sword.

If used well, it can create worlds; if misused, it may also harm oneself.

He immediately stood up and solemnly said:

"Luo Lao, Wang Lao, esteemed academicians, I understand. I will do everything within my power to cooperate with the nation's strategic needs."

At the same time, I will also work hard to study and improve myself, striving not only to be a mere 'copier' but also to understand the principles behind this knowledge and technology.

I believe that only when our country's own technological strength truly becomes strong will it be the most reliable safeguard.

These words made everyone present break into relieved smiles.

After the meeting ended, Qin Hao clearly felt that the security forces around him had increased severalfold.

Around his residence suite, there was practically a guard every three steps and a sentry every five steps, making it nearly impossible for even a fly to get in.

Actually, this is quite normal; from the moment I copied a hundred-ton alloy, my strategic status as a 'national heavy weapon' has risen to a new height.

But coming with it is an intangible pressure.

He could feel countless pairs of eyes watching him, filled with expectation, reliance, and a hint of worry.

"Looks like, from now on, my days won't be as leisurely as before."

Qin Hao lay on the comfortable charging bed, gazing at the ceiling, thinking to himself.

After one round of consumption, the energy reserves still had 162,900,000 points.

What else could this energy do for the country?

Meanwhile, the intelligence agency of Eagle Sauce Home, though aware of the recent abnormal personnel transfers and material transports in Yanhuang Guo,

but they, racking their brains, could not imagine what earth-shaking changes had taken place there.