Chapter 534
Completely Stunned
He is responsible for satellite maintenance and repair, and if the prototype satellite cannot be launched on time, he will bear a great responsibility.
Moreover, after Liu Yongsheng and his men still couldn't solve the problem, Yan Hu was already prepared: this time, the prototype might not be able to launch on time.
After all, there simply isn't enough time left.
Who could have imagined that at this critical juncture, "when all seemed lost, a new path would appear"?
Jiang Nian really helped them a lot this time.
"Good, good, good! Comrade Jiang Nian has done a great service this time!"
Feng Boyun said "good" three times in a row, patted Jiang Nian on the shoulder, and said with a smile.
Meanwhile, his gaze remained fixed on the report. Even though Yan Hu had already informed him of the results, he still needed to clarify the specific data and details.
Liu Yongsheng was completely stunned after hearing Yan Hu's words.
In that instant, he felt as if the report in his hand weighed a ton.
Since Yan Hu said so, it must be true, and there is absolutely no falsehood in it.
So, this young man whom I had always looked down on actually managed to fix the ocean remote sensing system?
How can this be?
Yan Hu, who has over twenty years of experience, couldn't fix it, yet now he's being told that a young man fixed it? Liu Yongsheng refused to believe it.
He remembered the bet he made with Jiang Nian.
I thought I'd only lost face, not really lost. But what about now?
Did I end up losing to myself?
Does he really have to call a young man "dad"?
Thinking of this, Liu Yongsheng couldn't help but shudder.
"I have something to do, I'll be going now!"
Liu Yongsheng didn't want to stay any longer. Anyway, with Feng Boyun there, he would handle things. So Liu Yongsheng clutched the report, said those words, and headed for the gate.
Seeing Liu Yongsheng rushing around as if a tiger were chasing him, Feng Boyun sighed softly, shook his head, but did not say anything to stop him.
Jiang Nian watched Liu Yongsheng's retreating figure, narrowing his eyes, lost in thought.
Just as Liu Yongsheng's hand touched the doorknob, Jiang Nian suddenly spoke:
"Academician Liu, I've fixed the prototype satellite and solved the problem you couldn't. I won our bet. As your senior, you wouldn't go back on your word, would you?"
The light, airy voice made Liu Yongsheng freeze in place.
"Call me Dad."
Because the prototype satellite could be launched on time, Feng Boyun specially invited Jiang Nian and Wu Zhiming not to rush back, but to watch the launch together.
Seeing Jiang Nian's excited face, Wu Zhiming smiled and accepted Feng Boyun's invitation.
Since the day he repaired the sample and embarrassed Liu Yongsheng in public, Jiang Nian has been staying in the hotel for the past few days, eating and sleeping, looking like he's preparing to gain weight.
Although Liu Yongsheng ultimately refrained from calling Jiang Nian "Dad" out of consideration for his reputation, he still publicly and solemnly apologized to Jiang Nian.
For Jiang Nian, his apology was the respect she deserved. After all, no matter what, it was truly disgraceful for Liu Yongsheng, as a senior, to humiliate a junior in this way.
But for Liu Yongsheng, this was a humiliation.
He felt that Jiang Nian did it on purpose.
Why did you have to do it in front of so many people, making yourself lose face?
Having lost face, Liu Yongsheng now harbors a deep hatred for Jiang Nian.
He wanted to cause trouble for Jiang Nian, but Jiang Nian wasn't part of the satellite research and development base. Moreover, Jiang Nian never came to the base again after that day, so Liu Yongsheng couldn't find anyone to cause trouble for.
He never considered his own problems, instead blaming everything on Jiang Nian.
Soon, the day of the prototype launch arrived.
At 4:50 p.m., the prototype satellite was officially launched.
After the red and white prototype satellite detached from the propulsion module, its speed continuously increased. In a flash of light, the satellite transformed into a shooting star and disappeared from view.
Jiang Nian and his team stood outside to observe the satellite launch, while Feng Boyun and others kept a close eye on the changes in various data in the monitoring room.
Feng Boyun only truly breathed a sigh of relief after the satellite reached its designated position and slowly began to operate.
This prototype ocean surveillance satellite will remain in space for 28 days before returning.
Their next task is to monitor the entire status and data of this prototype satellite.
"Congratulations, Academician Feng, on the successful launch of the prototype satellite!"
Wu Zhiming and Jiang Nian arrived at the monitoring room and congratulated Feng Boyun, who was all smiles.
"The successful launch of this prototype satellite is all thanks to Comrade Jiang Nian's help. Otherwise, it would never have been possible!"
Feng Boyun patted Jiang Nian on the shoulder and praised him with a smile.
He was absolutely telling the truth. If it weren't for Jiang Nian, he'd still be in the lab, completely overwhelmed!
"Academician Feng, you're too kind. I just happen to know a little about satellite maintenance and was just helping out."
Jiang Nian waved his hand, his tone very calm.
That's right, he does have basic satellite maintenance skills.
The problem with the sample satellite wasn't actually that big; Yan Hu or Liu Yongsheng could have solved it given enough time. The difficulty lay in the tight timeframe; they simply didn't have enough time to handle it.
"Haha, you're too modest, kid!"
Even Wu Zhiming laughed. He also recalled the aircraft carrier incident. The "little bit" that Jiang Nian mentioned definitely meant someone who knew a great deal and was extremely proficient in it.
Jiang Nian didn't say anything more. What he said was actually the truth, but no one believed him.
After the prototype satellite was successfully launched, Jiang Nian and Wu Zhiming did not stay any longer and returned directly to the Southern Military Region.
There was nothing he could do. Jiang Nian had originally planned to return to the Southeast Military Region, but Pan Jiayong kept calling and urging him to come back, saying he needed to talk to him about the aircraft carrier. What could he do? It seemed he had no other choice but to come back.
As soon as Jiang Nian got out of the car and entered the aircraft carrier research and development base, he saw Li Lianzhong, who shouldn't have been there.
"Boss, what brings you here?"
Jiang Nian frowned. This high-ranking leader was no ordinary person; why would he come here? And judging from his demeanor, he was clearly waiting for him.
"Little Jiang, I came here specifically to see you."
Li Lianzhong looked at Jiang Nian with a smile and suddenly asked, "What have you thought about what we talked about last time?"
A question mark seemed to appear above Jiang Nian's head. What had he and Li Lianzhong talked about?
Jiang Nian's mind raced, and he suddenly came to his senses.
"You...you mean nuclear power?"
He remembered. Li Lianzhong had indeed asked him that question, but Jiang Nian hadn't given a direct answer at the time. After all, the current Type 003 aircraft carrier was still conventionally powered.
In terms of nuclear power, it seems that we are still lacking.
"Yes. This naval combat exercise between the Type 003 and Type 002 aircraft carriers has shown us a different picture. Conventional power is already capable of such power. If nuclear power were used, I believe that with your capabilities, you could definitely increase the power even more!"
Li Lianzhong said earnestly to Jiang Nian.
The two were now in Pan Jiayong's office. Pan Jiayong showed no surprise upon hearing Li Lianzhong's words, clearly already aware of the matter.
Conventional power still has significant limitations. If a real emergency occurs at sea, even with additional conventional power, it still won't last long.
Nuclear power, on the other hand, eliminates this concern entirely.
"Xiao Jiang, as you know, the Type 003 aircraft carrier is basically complete now, and its power system is unlikely to be modified further. But we also have the Type 004 aircraft carrier under construction. This carrier is just getting started, and if possible, I hope you can participate in its development, focusing on nuclear power, so that the Type 004 aircraft carrier can become a true maritime hegemon!"
Pan Jiayong spoke up and explained the current situation.
Everyone hopes that the motherland will become stronger and stronger.
As the navy, as guardians of the sea, all they can do is develop more powerful maritime powers to protect their maritime territory.
Currently, there are only two aircraft carriers in service. The 003 carrier, which is about to be completed, will still primarily be conventionally powered. Their greatest hope is to build an aircraft carrier with nuclear power as its core.
At that moment, Jiang Nian felt an endless weight suddenly pressing down on his shoulders.
The meaning behind Li Lianzhong and Pan Jiayong's words was actually quite clear.
They hope that Jiang Nian can participate in the project of the 004 aircraft carrier, mainly responsible for the research and development of the nuclear power component.
Nuclear power—this is completely different from ordinary equipment maintenance; the difference is like heaven and earth.
Jiang Nian pondered silently how to express her attitude.
With the system at his disposal, he naturally had the ability to obtain the blueprints for nuclear-powered aircraft carriers. However, right now, the most troublesome aspect for them was precisely the nuclear power itself.
This thing is deeply related to physics. Calculations of various reactors show that even the slightest error can lead to unpredictable consequences.
Pan Jiayong had said everything he needed to say, and now he was waiting for Jiang Nian's response.
But after waiting for a long time, Jiang Nian did not say a word. He just sat there quietly, seemingly lost in thought.
Pan Jiayong's gaze turned to Li Lianzhong.
He only learned of Li Lianzhong's plan after returning from a research conference.
After this period of contact with Jiang Nian, Pan Jiayong is convinced that if Jiang Nian continues to devote himself to aircraft carrier research and development, he will surely achieve extraordinary success in the future.
If Jiang Nian were to join the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier project, the entire development cycle could likely be significantly shortened.
For this reason, Pan Jiayong and Li Lianzhong reached an agreement to discuss the matter directly with Jiang Nian as soon as he returned.
But judging from the current situation, Jiang Nian doesn't seem to be very interested in this.
"Jiang Nian, you know how difficult it is for our country to build an aircraft carrier. To truly protect our maritime territory and deter those countries that are eyeing us with covetous eyes, the existing aircraft carriers are far from enough—otherwise, there wouldn't be those dirty dealings between Japan and the United States!"
Pan Jiayong spoke again, having already made up his mind that he would persuade Jiang Nian to agree this time, no matter what.
"The development of nuclear-powered aircraft carriers is now urgent. Comrade Jiang Nian, I urge you to join this project!"
This time, Li Lianzhong's tone became exceptionally serious.
He didn't want to pressure Jiang Nian, but his previous conversations with Jiang Nian made him feel that even though Jiang Nian hadn't yet made any achievements in the field of nuclear power, he must have his own unique insights. As long as he devoted himself to nuclear power research and development, with his abilities, he would definitely achieve results soon.
Li Lianzhong had specifically reviewed some of Jiang Nian's files—aside from those classified as top secret, he had access to quite a bit of material.
Therefore, he knew clearly that every project Jiang Nian took on or participated in was completed at least one year ahead of the original deadline.
Take the J-20 carrier-based fighter jet as an example. Converting a fighter jet into a carrier-based aircraft seems simple, but it is actually not easy. It would take at least a year, and there is no guarantee of success. But Jiang Nian did it in just three months.
Such talent must be firmly grasped and never let go easily.
Jiang Nian understood that Li Lianzhong and Pan Jiayong were both right.
“I understand, Academician Pan, leader. I agree to join the 004 aircraft carrier research and development project. However, my research on nuclear power is indeed still lacking. So I think that while participating in the new aircraft carrier project, I can go to the Institute of Physics to study for a period of time—many reactor experiments can only be carried out at the Institute of Physics.”
Jiang Nian raised his head, looked intently at Li Lianzhong and Pan Jiayong, and said with a serious and solemn expression.
This was not a joke, but a decision he made after careful consideration.
After all, no matter how strong one's theoretical knowledge is, without practical experience, one will still lack the necessary skills.
Pan Jiayong was still figuring out how to continue persuading Jiang Nian when Jiang Nian suddenly said something like that. And judging from his firm tone, it meant the matter wouldn't be changed.
"No problem! It's just studying at the Institute of Physics. With your current status in our military research institute, you won't be looked down upon there. You're just too modest. You always feel you're too young and are unwilling to accept those superficial titles. Otherwise, when you go out and are called 'Academician Jiang,' who would dare to underestimate you?"
Pan Jiayong said cheerfully.
In fact, several leaders of the research institute had discussed this issue before.
Given Jiang's achievements in scientific research to date, he has definitely reached the standard of a senior researcher, and such a status is fully worthy of the title of "academician".
If Jiang Nian weren't still relatively inexperienced, and if he hadn't always said that his job at the research institute was just a "part-time job" and that what he really wanted to do was repair equipment in the maintenance team, he would have been promoted long ago.
Even so, Jiang Nian's current identity level is already classified as top-secret.
“Go ahead and study if you want, it’s no big deal. Do you think we military personnel can be bullied? I’ll write you a letter of recommendation, and I’ll have Lao Pan send you there. By the way, before you go to the Institute of Physics, you should first visit the construction base of the 004 aircraft carrier and talk to the people there.”
Li Lianzhong waved his hand, his tone full of domineering power.
Jiang Nian couldn't help but feel ashamed: He was going there to study, but these two were talking as if he was going to fight someone.
"Don't worry, I will take full responsibility for arranging Jiang Nian's affairs and will not allow anyone else to interfere."
Pan Jiayong seriously agreed to Li Lianzhong's instructions.
Construction of the Type 004 aircraft carrier has only just begun, and it was originally planned to use conventional power. Of course, there is also a dedicated team researching nuclear power—these people are at the Institute of Physics.
Now that Jiang Nian has suddenly appeared, the team members are bound to be resentful. Therefore, Pan Jiayong decided to personally accompany Jiang Nian, determined not to let their military darling be mistreated.
Jiang Nian didn't think much of it, but he wasn't familiar with the 004 aircraft carrier research and construction team, so it was naturally better to have Pan Jiayong leading the way.
Now that the decision has been made, we must get on with it.
Li Lianzhong wrote the military's recommendation letter quickly and fluently—he was quite pleased with himself, after all, Jiang Nian had gone there this time as a researcher from the Southern Metropolitan Military Region. (End of Chapter)