Chapter 533
Daring Not to Accept the Bet
Besides Feng Boyun and Jiang Nian, the only other people present were some researchers under Liu Yongsheng. When Liu Yongsheng came out to cause trouble, they remained silent, each busy with their own tasks. But in reality, they were all listening intently to what was happening.
No one expected Jiang Nian to say such a thing.
Making Liu Yongsheng call him "Dad"? Regardless of who wins the bet in the end, Liu Yongsheng has already lost all face.
Feng Boyun was somewhat embarrassed. Although Pan Jiayong had told him that Jiang Nian was very capable, this was, after all, a satellite. If Jiang Nian had really just read a lot of books as he claimed, then Feng Boyun couldn't guarantee that Jiang Nian could fix the problems encountered by the satellite.
He went to Jiang Nian as a last resort – after all, he had exhausted all other options, and maybe Jiang Nian really had a solution.
But before they even started testing the sample satellites, they had already embarrassed Liu Yongsheng. Given Liu Yongsheng's vindictive nature, Jiang Nian's days ahead are likely to be difficult.
Therefore, Feng Boyun stepped forward and gently tugged at Jiang Nian's sleeve, signaling him not to act rashly. He then looked at Liu Yongsheng, intending to act as a peacemaker.
"Academician Liu, Comrade Jiang Nian is still young, please speak—"
"What? Academician Liu isn't afraid of losing to a young man like me, and he doesn't dare to accept the bet?"
Before Feng Boyun could finish speaking, Jiang Nian interrupted him. Jiang Nian crossed his arms, looked at Liu Yongsheng with a smile, and his mockery was clearly visible on his face.
"Why wouldn't I agree? At my age, I'm more than old enough to be Comrade Jiang Nian's father. If Comrade Jiang Nian fails to improve Yang Xing, then I'll have to teach you a good lesson, you 'unfilial son'!"
Liu Yongsheng was unwilling to agree to such a bet with a junior, especially one with such a shameful terms. Given his status and position, wouldn't it be beneath him to make a bet with Jiang Nian?
But after being provoked by Jiang Nian and seeing the worry on Feng Boyun's face, Liu Yongsheng understood: although Feng Boyun brought Jiang Nian with him, he was actually not sure himself.
He's just a young man, talking big. Even if he loses face in this bet, Feng Boyun and Jiang Nian will also lose face completely.
With that thought in mind, Liu Yongsheng readily agreed.
Jiang Nian narrowed his eyes—he dared not accept such an "elder".
"Hey, Comrade Jiang Nian, I'll take you to the sample star. There's a test report from the maintenance team here; you can retest it. What tools do you need? I'll have someone prepare them right away."
Unexpectedly, Liu Yongsheng actually disregarded his status and agreed to the bet with Jiang Nian, a junior. Feng Boyun was at a loss for words. Finally, he took a deep breath and decided that it was more important to take Jiang Nian to have the sample star tested first.
At the same time, Feng Boyun also handed the test results of Captain Yan and the others to Jiang Nian for him to review.
While reviewing the maintenance team's report, Jiang Nian activated his full-scale detection skills.
In almost an instant, the complete structural diagram of the entire prototype star had passed through his mind.
“Academician Feng, I can handle the testing myself. Please sit down and rest. I will not let you down.”
Jiang Nian helped Feng Boyun sit down on a chair next to him, while he himself climbed up the stairs to Yang Xing.
The entire sample star shone brightly, but for Jiang Nian, the most important thing right now is to thoroughly test it.
Carrying his repair kit, Jiang Nian meticulously inspected every piece of equipment.
With a mocking smile, Liu Yongsheng walked over and sat down next to Feng Boyun.
Now that the bet has been made, he wants to see what Jiang Nian is capable of, daring to spout such nonsense as if he can repair Yang Xing and make him call him "Dad"? What a beautiful daydream.
Jiang Nian's testing speed was quite fast. Even so, it still took him six hours to completely test the entire sample star.
It must be said that the satellite maintenance team is indeed very professional, and the problems they detected were very accurate.
Currently, the sample satellite does indeed have a minor malfunction in the marine remote sensing system.
This problem might not seem like a big deal under normal circumstances, but it's happening on a prototype satellite, where even the slightest error is unacceptable. If left unchecked, this prototype launch will inevitably fail.
"Comrade Jiang Nian, how's it going? Have you found the problem?"
Seeing that Jiang Nian had been standing still for a while, Feng Boyun stood up worriedly and asked Jiang Nian loudly.
"Academician Feng, the maintenance team's report is correct; there is indeed a malfunction in the marine remote sensing system."
Upon hearing Feng Boyun's voice, Jiang Nian snapped out of his reverie and answered earnestly.
"After all that, the test results are no different from what our maintenance team found. Maybe you've just been stalling for time and will just copy the maintenance team's conclusion in the end!"
Liu Yongsheng said dismissively.
His team is all here, and Jiang Nian has also read the maintenance team's report. Liu Yongsheng believes that Jiang Nian said that knowingly.
As for repairing the prototype star? That's absolutely a lie.
"Academician Liu, don't worry. Since I said there's a problem with the marine remote sensing system, I'll naturally solve it. After all, I'm really looking forward to the scene of Academician Liu calling me 'Dad'."
Jiang Nian's words really angered Liu Yong.
Over the years, no younger generation has ever dared to speak to him like that.
Liu Yong trembled with anger, pointed at Jiang Nian, and gasped for breath, unable to utter a single word for a long time.
Feng Boyun quickly stepped in to smooth things over: "Alright, alright, Comrade Jiang Nian, since you've also found out it's a problem with the marine remote sensing system, can you solve it? Our time... is really running out."
Another day has passed, and the most pressing issue now is whether there is enough time left to thoroughly repair the prototype satellite and ensure a successful launch.
As for the rest, they can be put off.
“Academician Feng, I’ve already checked it, and it’s not a big problem. Give me three hours, and I can fix it. Of course, you can call the maintenance team over now and have them ready. Once I’ve fixed the marine remote sensing system, I’ll immediately conduct a final test on the prototype satellite, and it won’t delay the launch time at all.”
Jiang Nian calmly nodded to Feng Boyun, his tone very certain.
Just kidding, this is no problem at all for Jiang Nian.
He's someone who has basic satellite repair skills, so he shouldn't be ashamed of himself.
"Hmph, anyone can talk big. You're all so confident now. I'll see how you explain yourself when you can't fix it!"
Before Feng Boyun could speak, Liu Yongsheng interrupted with a cold snort.
His team is responsible for the entire ocean remote sensing system, but they still haven't come up with a solution.
This Jiang Nian, not only is he young, but he also just reads the maintenance team's report when he detected the problems. And now he dares to brag? He's truly a newborn calf that's not afraid of tigers, but he has absolutely no self-awareness.
“Academician Liu, you don’t need to worry about that. I dare say that because I’m confident I can fix it. I’m not like some people who can’t do something themselves and don’t believe others can.”
Jiang Nianzhen wondered how Liu Yongsheng, with his personality, managed to become an academician and reach this position.
Not only are they intolerant, but they also lack basic manners.
I came here to help them solve their problems, but this guy is targeting me at every turn. Is the failed sample launch something he's proud of?
A team whose members cannot work together is ultimately not a good team.
Jiang Nian frowned slightly, pondering the question. But then he thought that this was Feng Boyun's team after all, and as an outsider, it was best for him to say less.
Feng Boyun called Captain Yan to bring people over, while he climbed the stairs to ask Jiang Nian if he needed any help.
The two of them adopted the same attitude towards Liu Yongsheng—completely ignoring him.
Left hanging by their noses by Jiang Nian and Feng Boyun, Liu Yongsheng raised an eyebrow, walked over, sat down, crossed his legs, and gestured for his team to leave. He wanted to see what tricks Jiang Nian was up to and whether he could really solve the current problem.
Jiang Nian's repair speed is indeed very fast.
He constantly changed the tools in his hands, his movements so swift and dazzling that even Feng Boyun, who was standing next to him, couldn't see them clearly.
After watching for a while, Feng Boyun felt that Jiang Nian was truly amazing.
Among a dense network of wires, he can accurately locate the one he needs and reconnect it without hesitation.
You should know that Feng Boyun, who was standing to the side, didn't even dare to breathe loudly, for fear of disturbing Jiang Nian.
If these devices were to malfunction again by accident, it could cause even bigger trouble. Feng Boyun absolutely would not allow that to happen.
Two hours passed in the blink of an eye.
Captain Yan and his team had already arrived.
When Captain Yan saw Feng Boyun, he wanted to greet him, but after noticing the young man squatting down next to Feng Boyun, holding tools and repairing equipment, he didn't say anything. He just told the team members to rest first, and then climbed up the stairs to stand beside them.
Upon seeing Jiang Nian's actions, Captain Yan's eyes widened and his mouth gaped open. If he hadn't retained a shred of reason and known that he absolutely couldn't disturb the other party at this moment, he probably would have screamed out in alarm.
Even so, Captain Yan remained unchanged, silently following behind Jiang Nian.
When Jiang Nian finally finished her work, she put away all her tools, stood up, and stretched.
"Academician Feng, it's done. You can have the maintenance team test it again. But rest assured, there will be absolutely no problem this time."
After stretching, Jiang Nian smiled and said to Feng Boyun.
He had just received a system notification.
After his repairs, the prototype satellite is now free of any hidden dangers and can be launched normally.
Of course, some minor adjustments were made by Jiang Nian. However, no one would notice these small changes before the prototype satellite was launched.
"Really?" Feng Boyun stared at Jiang Nian in shock, unable to believe that such a simple repair could actually solve the problem of the marine remote sensing system.
"Of course. This must be a member of the maintenance team, right? Hello, I'm Jiang Nian. I've repaired the problems you identified, and we can test it again now."
Jiang Nian nodded calmly, his gaze falling on Captain Yan. He immediately guessed the other party's identity and took the initiative to introduce himself.
Captain Yan looked at Jiang Nian with admiration in his eyes.
He was in his forties and had always served as the satellite maintenance team leader, responsible for the maintenance and repair of satellites. He had encountered many difficult problems, but had never solved them so easily.
Am I really getting old?
"I am Yan Hu. Comrade Jiang Nian's equipment repair skills are truly superb. I've been doing this for over twenty years, and I still can't compare to you!"
Yan Hu introduced himself with a cheerful smile, while praising Jiang Nian highly.
Jiang Nian's repair skills alone were enough to earn Yan Hu's admiration. A capable person is a teacher, and this isn't about age.
Seniority is ultimately no match for real skills.
"Captain Yan, let's talk to Comrade Jiang Nian later! Right now, the most important thing is to test the sample satellite again completely!"
Seeing that Yan Hu seemed ready to have a long talk with Jiang Nian, Feng Boyun quickly interrupted and decisively gave the order.
We can chat anytime, but we can't let it interfere with our business right now.
Jiang Nian and Yan Hu laughed at the same time when they heard Feng Boyun's words.
"Brothers, let's go! This time we need to test the sample satellites even more carefully!"
Yan Hu waved his hand and shouted to his team members.
The maintenance team members smiled as they climbed the stairs, carrying their respective equipment, and began the final test of the sample satellite.
Of course, the focus of this inspection was the marine remote sensing system.
The maintenance team got busy, while Jiang Nian and Feng Boyun stepped back.
Feng Boyun, being quite old, sat down first.
Liu Yongsheng's expression, however, was not good.
"Academician Liu, don't worry, the results will be out soon. Captain Yan and his team are quite fast."
Jiang Nian admitted that he said those words intentionally for Liu Yongsheng to hear.
Hearing Jiang Nian's words, Liu Yongsheng's expression darkened further. However, this time he didn't get angry; he only snorted coldly and remained silent.
He wasn't stupid. Seeing Yan Hu standing next to Jiang Nian for so long, intently watching Jiang Nian's repair work, and then smiling broadly, he knew that Jiang Nian was indeed quite skilled.
But in Liu Yongsheng's view, that's all Jiang Nian is capable of. Even if he were more skilled at repairing equipment, he would never be able to fix the current problem.
After all, this was probably the first time Jiang Nian had ever used a marine remote sensing system. Given that, it was questionable whether he was even familiar with the system, let alone how he could possibly repair it completely.
Therefore, Liu Yongsheng felt that Jiang Nian was only pretending to be calm. In reality, he definitely hadn't fixed the problem that Yang Xing had caused.
Because they had already been tested, Yan Hu and his team were much faster this time.
Two meals were delivered during that time. Eight hours later, Yan Hu led his team down to the front lines.
Unlike his solemn expression last time, Yan Hu had a faint smile on his face this time.
Feng Boyun went to greet him immediately.
"Captain Yan, how's it going? What were the test results?"
If you listen carefully, you can hear that Feng Boyun's voice is trembling slightly.
This is the last chance.
If Jiang Nian doesn't fully repair the prototype satellite, he'll have no choice but to report to his superiors and cancel the launch.
After all, it would be a huge waste to launch something knowing it would fail.
Even if the satellite research and development base has sufficient funding, it cannot withstand such consumption.
Seeing that Feng Boyun had asked, Liu Yongsheng remained silent, but his gaze also fell on Yan Hu, waiting for an answer.
"Academician Feng, Academician Liu, the test results are in. All equipment on the prototype satellite is now in optimal condition and we are ready for final preparations at any time. There will be no problems with this launch."
Yan Hu, beaming, handed the printed reports to Liu Yongsheng and Feng Boyun respectively. (End of Chapter)