Chapter 445: 441: The Game and Reality
Upon hearing Zhuge Xu’s remarks, the audience fell silent again.
This was the umpteenth time they were left speechless. They wanted to find fault, but they were out of their depth.
Let’s not even talk about the two who were long-established veterans in the academic world. Two others were the current leading figures in the biochemical field. As for the remaining participant…
Ha, a six-core freak, if you can, why don’t you step up?
This Super God Evolution Research Institute was a triple-threat—masters of every generation were crushing the competition.
Noting that everything was progressing as expected, Zhuge Xu was satisfied. He then began to mediate the situation and said, “You all have come from afar and must be tired. Let’s pause the academic exchange for today. We have arranged guest rooms and resting places for you all, you can take a good rest. Everything else, we’ll discuss tomorrow.”
Hearing Zhuge Xu’s words, the crowd nodded their heads and began to leave. Those who intended to seek opportunities for their large families and conglomerates also left after taking one last glance at Bai Qi.
Whatever it was, it could wait until tomorrow.
“Phew… finally it’s over.”
Seeing everyone dispersing, Bai Qi let out a deep breath.
Even though he claimed it was for the sake of small profits, being under constant scrutiny by so many people was truly exhausting.
“Son, you performed exceptionally well!”
Luo Zhu gave Bai Qi a big thumbs up, saying, “Two core patents in less than a month, how did you do it, Son?”
“Actually, it wasn’t just my own contribution. Instructor Luo and Professor Chu, they both helped me a lot.”
And the Death Round Table too.
Bai Qi silently added in his heart. Both the Leap Evolution and Jade Dream were achieved by utilizing the Soul Charm and integrating some previous research results.
However, as a qualified knowledge mover, Bai Qi didn’t mind helping the Death Round Table to promote these high-end knowledge areas out to the world.
Indeed, I am really kind.
Bai Qi nodded in satisfaction and then saw several familiar figures walking down from the second floor.
“President Zhao, Director Wang?”
Bai Qi was surprised. They were just holding an opening ceremony, yet they had attracted these big shots.
“Why, are you surprised? After all, you’re also a member of the Tower of Decision. Isn’t it normal for me, as the tower’s owner, to attend the opening ceremony of your research institute?”
Zhao Futu smiled lightly and said.
“President, I am just a nominal institute head here, this research institute is not mine.”
Bai Qi smiled awkwardly. Was this President Zhao trying to push him into the fire pit? If he agreed to all these, he would forever be bound here.
He would rather die than accept it.
“Hahahaha…Young people these days are so modest.”
Upon hearing Bai Qi’s comment, Wang Jian couldn’t help but laugh heartily, “I remember someone once claimed at the base of Six Towers that he would rule the Six Towers?”
“Lao Wang, you talk too much.”
A dangerous gleam flashed in Zhao Futu’s eyes, quickly sweeping over Bai Qi and others who were chuckling. Quickly getting the hint, a few of them turned their heads away, pretending they hadn’t heard anything.
“By the way, Bai Qi, I would like to ask, can the Jade Dream and Leap Evolution you mentioned be popularized soon?”
After the joking, Wang Jian cut straight to the chase.
“The Leap Evolution can be, Jade Dream cannot.”
Bai Qi shook his head. To enter the Jade Dreamland, one must possess the Jade Imprint. If they wanted to promote it on a large scale, there was a high probability that Nicholas might become history’s first Legendary Green Dragon to drop dead on the production line.
“I see.”
Wang Jian nodded slightly, while Zhang Yi who followed him suddenly jumped in the conversation and said: “Bai Qi, how exactly did you make so many people enter the same dreamland at the same time? Such technology is too wasted if used in games. I plan to transform it into a group consciousness remote control technology for the army, and then…”
Bai Qi’s eye twitched as Zhang Yi was engrossed in his speech, not caring about anyone else’s presence.
This guy, does he have late-stage social cow disease? Discussing how to transform someone else’s technology without batting an eye?
“Zhang Yi, Bai Qi is not a member of the research department, mind your manners.”
Wang Jian scanned Zhang Yi lightly. Zhang Yi, who was originally eager to continue, suddenly froze. His body broke into a cold sweat, and he obediently retreated behind Wang Jian.
“I apologize, Zhang Yi is not very good with social interactions, please don’t mind, Bai Qi.”
“No problem.”
Bai Qi nodded subtly. Since he dared to release the Jade Dream, he was naturally prepared for those who wanted to crack and transform it. However, the core of this gadget was the Jade Imprint. If one wanted to reproduce it, they would have to catch another Green Dragon.
However, what Zhang Yi mentioned about group consciousness remote control technology for the army was quite interesting. It seemed somewhat similar to the Death Knight. He could study it in depth when he got time.
“Earlier I also experienced the Jade Dream and it was indeed as you said, very relaxing. If possible, can you prioritize providing a batch to the Thirteenth Bureau?”
Wang Jian smiled and continued, “As you know, the agents of the Thirteenth Bureau are often under a lot of stress. If they can relieve it through this, it will be helpful for their future.”
“Of course, aside from the guests who attended today, the Super God Evolution Research Institute will distribute the first batch of helmets in a while, and I can provide a hundred helmets as a priority to the Thirteenth Bureau. For the rest, you might have to wait longer.”
Bai Qi nodded, agreeing to Wang Jian’s request.
He would inevitably have to deal with the Thirteenth Bureau in the future, so it wouldn’t hurt to do them a favor now.
“Thanks.”
Wang Jian inclined his head slightly and said, “By the way, Yi Yu will need to see you later. You might need to stay here for a couple of days.”
“Yi Yu?”
Upon hearing this, Bai Qi’s eyes lit up. If Yi Yu was coming now, it must mean that the promised Space Materials have arrived.
He wondered if he could force Delta to reach the King level. If not, he might really have to search for Temporal Materials.
“I wanted to visit other places, so I’ll take my leave now.”
Waving his hand at them, Wang Jian turned to leave. Zhao Futu followed him, saying, “Let’s go take a look. It’s been a long time since I’ve been out, let’s broaden our horizons.”
As the two of them left, Bai Qi noticed Zhao Futu holding up two fingers behind his back.
I see, a hundred for the Thirteenth Bureau and double for the Association.
Well, if your own boss asks for something, you better comply.
“We should also attend to the guests in other sections, so we’ll leave first.”
After all the guests had left, Professors Dong and Chu also departed in succession. After complimenting Bai Qi for a while, Bai Yan and Luo Zhu couple also left in haste.
Unlike Bai Qi, who was the hands-off boss, they were all very busy.
“Bai Qi, I bet tomorrow’s headline and for a long time after that, will all be about you.”
Zhuge Xu patted Bai Qi’s shoulder, saying, “But personally, I recommend that you wear a disguise when you go out next time, or else I’m afraid you won’t be able to move freely.”
Shrugging, Bai Qi replied, “Don’t just talk about me. You’ve also made your appearance today. Who do you think they will look for if they can’t find me?”
“After all, you’re the first one to experience Leap Evolution and Jade Dream.”
Zhuge Chen laughed nonchalantly and said, “I don’t care. I rarely go out anyway.”
“Besides, once the Jade Dream becomes popular, I think I might stop going out altogether.”
“I was thinking the same thing. I wonder if anyone would get addicted to Jade Dream and refuse to come out.”
Bai Qiucha nodded. The comfortableness of the Jade Dreamland was really strong. If he didn’t have a strong will, he might also be unwilling to leave.
“Don’t worry about that. I’ve thought about it already. There’s an anti-addiction system in the Jade Helmet. Adults can only spend a maximum of eight hours per day in the Jade Dreamland, which is enough for a normal sleep. As for minors, the time will be even less.”
The Jade Dream was promoted as a game, and longevity was essential for any game, which inevitably involved tackling addiction.
Instead of dealing with lots of potential problems, why not nip those issues in the bud?
After all, he is still counting on the Jade Dream to earn money quickly.
“You’ve really thought of everything.”
Bai Qiucha sighed. Although Bai Qi was only a year older than him, he seemed to have everything under control no matter what he did. No wonder their father made an exception and took him as a disciple.
Just then, two figures suddenly appeared on the stands, startling Zhuge Chen, who instinctively wanted to use Leap Evolution. Meanwhile, Bai Qi and Bai Qiucha quickly detected a familiar aura.
“Master.”
“Dad.”
It turned out to be Bai Heguang and the Legendary Tomb Keeper from the Yixiu family.
“Hmm.”
Bai Heguang nodded slightly at them, and then turned to Bai Qi. “Have you been keeping up with your recent studies?”
“Rest assured, Master, I’ve been catching up.”
Upon hearing this, Bai Qi immediately summoned all six of his pets.
“Very good, there’s been substantial progress.”
Bai Heguang’s gaze swept over the six pets, his expression softening considerably. This made Bai Qi heave a sigh of relief.
Thankfully, he had sent Alpha and the others on a training mission earlier. Otherwise, if Bai Heguang had carried out a sudden inspection, he probably would have been scolded.
After all, compared to patent research, Bai Heguang valued strength training more.
“I’ve seen all your research. They appreciate it. For Beast Masters and Spirit Controllers, enhancing combat power is much easier than before.”
Bai Heguang paused before continuing, “However, I hope you can restrain the speed of using these evolution systems.”
“Getting power too easily without experiencing the incredibly difficult journey of cultivation can easily make them lose touch with reality.”
“Those who gain everything without suffering can’t even be called Beast Masters. They’re just gamers.”
“And that could be their fatal weakness!”