Chapter 39

The defense session ended in a warm and even mutually appreciative atmosphere.

The experts' questions were more tricky than the last, like precise surgical knives.

Attempting to dissect the technical core and thinking patterns of this young team.

And the response of the Feng Yan quartet was sometimes as rigorous as an academic report.

Sometimes as jumpy as a tech otaku's brainstorming tea party, refusing to let the scene cool down.

Instead, it sparked quite a few sparks that made both sides' eyes light up.

After the questions were asked, Team Leader Zheng and several other experts talked in low voices for a few moments.

Then signaled that the inspection team needed a short closed-door deliberation.

These ten-plus minutes were even harder for Feng Yan and the others than the hours of demonstration and defense just now.

In the small room temporarily cleared out of the warehouse, Wang Hao paced back and forth like a hyperactive monkey, muttering to himself:

"How was it? How was it really? I feel like I performed okay?"

"It's just that the circle wasn't round... that shouldn't affect the big picture, right? The leaders all looked quite kind..."

Chen Guang sat on an ammunition box, his fingers tapping unconsciously on his knees,

as if simulating some algorithmic process, his brows slightly furrowed.

Clearly still reviewing whether a certain technical detail he answered just now was rigorous enough.

Li Yang leaned against the wall, arms crossed, his gaze falling on the test field outside the window where they had just sweated.

There was no expression on his face, but his tightly pursed lips revealed his inner restlessness.

Feng Yan felt his heartbeat was as fast as an accelerated motor, and his palms were even sweating a little.

He forced himself to take deep breaths, his mind frantically scrolling:

'Stay steady, Feng Yan, stay steady! The muscles that needed to be shown were shown, the determination that needed to be expressed was expressed...'

'The uniqueness that needed to be displayed was displayed! Do your best and leave the rest to fate!'

'We've eaten so many boxes of instant noodles, we can't fail at this last step!'

Just as Wang Hao was about to be unable to resist prying the door open to peek, footsteps came from outside.

The four of them instantly looked at the door in unison, as if pressed on a pause button.

Section Chief Wang pushed the door open and came in, his face wearing an indescribable expression mixed with excitement and relief.

He cleared his throat, his voice even slightly changed:

"Comrades, come out. Team Leader Zheng is going to announce the deliberation results."

The four looked at each other, took a deep breath, and followed Section Chief Wang out of the room.

Returning to the test field, the sunset had already dyed the horizon orange-red.

Adding a touch of warmth to this field full of hardcore technology.

The experts of the inspection team were already seated again, their expressions more serious than before, but also revealing a touch of solemnity.

Feng Yan stood still with his team, feeling his throat a bit dry.

He could hear Wang Hao's heavy breathing beside him.

Team Leader Zheng slowly stood up, his gaze sweeping across the faces of these four young people who had already created miracles.

A gentle and solemn smile appeared on his face.

"Comrade Feng Yan, Comrade Li Yang, Comrade Chen Guang, Comrade Wang Hao."

He read their names word by word, each word carrying heavy weight.

"After careful deliberation and discussion by all members of the inspection team, we unanimously agree:"

"The technical path, R&D philosophy, innovation ability, and team spirit displayed by your team."

"Fully embody the huge potential and unique value of our country's civilian technological innovation."

"Your research direction is highly consistent with the country's strategic layout in the field of frontier technology."

"Showing remarkable development prospects and application potential."

He paused, his voice rising a bit, carrying an unquestionable decisiveness:

"Therefore, on behalf of the inspection team, I officially announce: your team's project is approved."

"Included in the national 'Frontier Technology Rapid Incubation and Key Support Plan'!"

Boom! It was as if a thunderclap exploded in his ears!

Although he had expected it, when these words were truly spoken by Team Leader Zheng.

Feng Yan still felt a surge of hot blood rush to his head, his ears buzzing, and he almost couldn't stand still.

They succeeded! They really succeeded!

From that dilapidated warehouse, all the way to the national-level stage!

Wang Hao clenched his fists tightly, his neck red with excitement.

His mouth opened, but no sound came out, clearly a bit stunned by the impact of this huge joy.

Chen Guang's hand pushing his glasses stopped in mid-air, his eyes behind the lenses wide round.

His usually calm face was full of disbelief.

Even Li Yang's unchanging expression showed a trace of shock.

He subconsciously straightened his back, his eyes shining amazingly.

Team Leader Zheng looked at their excited appearance, smiled, and continued to announce, his tone more solemn:

"At the same time, with the approval of the higher authorities, you are granted a national-level code name for your project—"

He paused deliberately, his gaze sweeping across the venue, and every word was clearly imprinted in the air:

"—'Dragon Chant'!"

Dragon Chant!

These two words, as if carrying the power of a thousand jun, smashed heavily into everyone's heart!

Wang Hao finally couldn't help it and let out a low "YES!".

He waved his fist hard, then quickly covered his mouth, but the ecstasy on his face could not be hidden at all.

Chen Guang took a deep breath, slowly lowered his hand, and the corners of his mouth rose uncontrollably.

Li Yang nodded slightly, his tightly clenched fists quietly loosened, but his fingertips were slightly white from the force.

Feng Yan felt his eye sockets getting a bit hot.

He quickly blinked, forcing that sourness back.

Dragon Chant! What kind of recognition and expectation is this!

Team Leader Zheng's voice sounded again: "'Dragon Chant' project, the first phase of R&D funding will be allocated immediately!"

"The project's confidentiality level is raised to 'Secret'! I hope you will live up to the trust and forge ahead."

"Let this 'Dragon Chant' resound through the clouds as soon as possible and become a solid force guarding the country's gates!"

The applause thundered again!

This time, it carried more blessings and heavy responsibilities.

After the ritualistic part ended, the experts stepped forward one after another to shake hands and congratulate Feng Yan and the others.

Their tone was full of encouragement and expectation.

That expert in the jacket patted Wang Hao's shoulder hard:

"Young man, keep up the good work! Those 'firecrackers' of yours, I think they'll work!" This made Wang Hao so excited he could only giggle foolishly.

In the chaos, Wang Hao leaned over to Li Yang and nudged him with his elbow.

Lowering his voice, his tone still carrying a sense of fantasy: "Brother Li, this 'Dragon Chant' of ours, how come it sounds..."

"A bit like the sound of a firecracker exploding?" He was referring to his own missile that couldn't draw a circle and the chaos during the bee-repelling.

Li Yang was silent for two seconds, looking at the last trace of sunset in the distant sky, and responded softly.

His tone carried an unprecedented firmness:

"... It sounds good."

Wang Hao was stunned for a moment, then grinned, laughing until his eyes disappeared.

Feng Yan looked at his teammates surrounded by experts, looked at this fireworks factory that carried their dreams and sweat.

Looking at the gorgeous sunset in the sky, his heart was filled with mixed feelings.

He knew that from this moment on, "Iron Wolf Workshop" had become history.

They had a new name, a name destined to resound through the future—

Dragon Chant!

And their journey had only just begun.