Li Zhen did not go to the banquet prepared by the government with Xun Shifei and others.
Instead, he followed Chi Lie Huowang and other local Xizhou scientists to another hotel for a banquet invited by the scientific community.
There is a clear distinction between a scientific community and an officialdom.
No one crosses the line, no one deviates from the rules.
Surrounded by everyone, he walked towards Qingxi Restaurant in Jincheng County.
Along the way, the people were densely packed, and everyone was jumping and rushing to look forward. None of them have seen the big shot before, and they all want to have a look.
"Li Zhen!"
"That's Li Zhen."
"That's the famous Dean Li. The one surrounded by everyone. I heard rumors that Dean Li is small and thin, and it's true."
"I have boasted a lot in my life. I actually saw Dean Li with my own eyes."
"Is that Prime Minister Xun?"
"So majestic. So majestic."
"That is the New Kyushu God of Wealth, Jia Liping. The entire world's economy is controlled by him."
"It's so uneconomical. It smells like copper."
"What do you know? Capital is also science."
"This time, big names like them gathered in Xizhou to bring capital."
“…”
It is naturally impossible for Li Zhen to show up too much in front of the masses. Even if he wanted to, others would not allow him.
Because Li Zhen's popularity is so high, showing up for just one second will put more pressure on the officers and soldiers maintaining law and order. The enthusiastic and crazy people of Xizhou, no matter what the government is, they just want to get closer to the legendary big man.
Instead of walking, everyone got on the steam car and rushed directly to Qingxi Restaurant.
The government knew that they were going to Qingxi Restaurant, so they put the entire road under martial law an hour in advance and heavily guarded it. They searched the entire Qingxi Restaurant on the third and outer floors several times, and only allowed Li Zhen to go after eliminating all dangers. Wait for someone to come over.
In the kitchen of Qingxi Restaurant, there are also guards from Quancheng County who have settled in in advance. Closely monitor the chef's preparation. Prevent any accidents from happening.
To be honest.
It doesn't matter even if Xun Shifei makes a mistake.
If Li Zhen makes a mistake, the sky will fall.
Push the cup to change the cup.
Everyone talked about knowledge, the future, national affairs, the north and the south, and imagined the future.
Compared with official banquets held in government offices, banquets in the scientific community are too relaxed and lively. This is called a banquet.
In another place, Xun Shifei was at the banquet, and no one dared to propose a toast. The atmosphere was frighteningly low.
But here in Li Zhen, there is no such phenomenon at all. Everyone spontaneously respects Li Zhen instead of fearing him. Crowded.
Someone asked: "Master Li, if things develop according to normal circumstances, how far will it take New Kyushu to completely enter the aerospace era?"
Li Zhen was silent for a while, looked at the people in the field who were all staring at him, and said in deep thought:
"It's hard to say. The development of science is full of chance, not inevitability. Now there are sufficient funds and talents, which has solved the most important basic problems. But what is lacking is more inspiration and technology. breakthrough."
Jia Liping added: "In fact, what is lacking more is promotion."
Li Zhen had some questions: "Promotion?"
"Yes, Master Li. Aeronautics and astronautics are top technologies, and only a small number of people from the Aeronautics and Astronautics Academy are actually involved in aeronautical research. And if the whole world begins to vigorously develop aerospace technology, then after brainstorming, aeronautics will surely usher in a new era. Rapid development. Just like the promotion of the steam age."
Li Zhen nodded and said nothing.
He has already done this, and the Kyushu Science and Technology Award has spread all the technologies. All that remains is to wait. Needless to say.
This topic is somewhat sensitive.
Someone else asked: "I accidentally heard of Master Li's idea. One day in the future, airplanes will become commonplace. Is this true?"
"Yes, this is something that is just around the corner. But we have to wait for technological breakthroughs."
"What kind of technology does this technology refer to?"
"Of course it's about the innovation of engine technology. Only by innovating engine technology and making it more powerful can it withstand greater loads. Only when the load becomes larger can it be used by civilians."
Everyone nodded, feeling that what he said made sense.
Someone asked again: "But today's engine technology can be used almost three times a day, which is fast enough. Where is the limit of the engine? How can we achieve that level of load? Increase the power of the engine?"
Li Zhen shook his head: "Increasing power is just a trick. What I call engine technological innovation refers to qualitative changes. Entering a new power field and making a new breakthrough in dynamics. Only this can be regarded as innovation."
Everyone felt a little heavy when they heard this.
The dream is too big. However, the technology is limited, which actually creates a sense of powerlessness.
After the banquet is over.
Li Zhen returned to the hotel. As soon as we settled down, Xun Shifei came up to us: "Dean Li, it's time to set off."
"Where to go?"
"Carry out a surprise attack before the officials can make arrangements. Go to a remote place in Xizhou to see what the real situation is like for the people there. Otherwise, if you stay in Jincheng County for a long time, I'm afraid that the people below will do some face-saving projects. Fool me."
Li Zhen muttered: "What you said makes sense. We need to carry out a surprise attack. Only by knowing the real situation can we launch a plan to get rich in a better and more accurate way. So where do you think it is better to go?"
"I have no idea. As I said, we can't tell others where we are going, so we just wander around aimlessly. Then we can go wherever we want on a whim."
"Hmm. Should we take a car or an airship?"
"Let's take a car. There are too many people traveling with us, and the airship is not enough."
"Set off."
“…”
Those officials who had just finished their meal and had not dispersed suddenly had a bright idea.
After hearing the order, he immediately packed up and followed out. I was just on tenterhooks, Prime Minister Xun was really hard to fool. The first day he arrived in Jincheng County, he was in a state of panic. All officials are in danger.
He is not afraid of being pushed into a hurry. Is there anyone below who will oppose him? After all, if the water is clear, there will be no fish.
But Xun Shifei is really not afraid.
He would rather quickly force out two outstanding birds to kill the chicken and scare the monkey.
In fact, no one dared to oppose him.
The new country was first founded. Everyone is fresh blood, and the root system has not developed to a deep level. It was impossible to organize effective resistance, because the founding of the country was too short, and no one had time to form gangs.
And how can these high-level people who are so bold and decisive be just mediocre people? The prime minister who founded the country cannot be compared to the prime minister of the country who has lived in peace for thousands of years. Not to mention Xun Shifei.
At least none of the top officials in the New Kyushu government are mediocre. New Kyushu has just been established, and it is not yet the turn of the mediocre to fish in troubled waters.
(End of chapter)