Chapter 5: A Glimmer of Hope
Wang Zheng extended a finger to push open a gap in the rusted iron door, and then boldly walked in, turning around to close the door behind him
Yes, I am in high school. I just happened to take a break to see if there are any suitable options available! Wang Zheng was not impatient either; this is a necessary process, and anyone who comes in must be asked a few questions.
Ah! Which bastard dares to steal my straw stack! That scoundrel without a shred of humanity. I was counting on this stuff to buy a car! Is it you, Er Gouzi! You were envious yesterday! And you, Liu Panzai, aren't you just holding a grudge because I slept with your wife? You still owe me money you borrowed! You two must have teamed up. You two bastards, I said you kindly invited me for drinks last night! So you were trying to lure me away, huh? Don't run! Hey! Don't run! You have the guts to do it but not to admit it, right! Just wait for me, this matter is far from over
Wang Zheng's head turned about half a circle following the truck, his mind chaotically calculating how far he would fly if he were to be hit. Suddenly, a massive wave crashed violently against the cliff in the distance, shattering into pieces and producing a loud rumbling sound
The screen shifted with a "滴" sound, and a simple line drawing of a large truck appeared before my eyes. The truck bed was filled to the brim with block-like objects, and the golden icons clearly indicated that these were the high-energy materials mentioned in the detection report
Wang Zheng asked calmly, "Is the energy in motion? What is it? What is the speed?"
Wang Zheng was also unconcerned, slightly raising the corners of his mouth in a state of intoxication as he gently sat down. No one noticed that, inadvertently, the aura of his presence was displayed in all its splendor.
Wang Zheng gazed into the distance, and before long, he saw a Dongfeng heavy truck, weighing 35 tons, rapidly approaching from afar. With a look of reverence, Wang Zheng watched as it whizzed past him, disappearing in the blink of an eye
Hearing the news, my mind raced with thoughts. Nuclear materials? Impossible! There are no nuclear energy institutions in Shandong, and the research institutes are all of third-rate quality, lacking the authority to apply for strategic resources.
"Isn't that still pointless?" Wang Zheng struggled to suppress the urge to roll his eyes.
Amidst the ups and downs of his emotions, Wang Zheng has learned to think calmly! He understands that being easily startled and agitated cannot lead to great achievements
Coal! Wang Zheng was somewhat taken aback, then curiously asked, "Can the base directly convert mineral resources?"
It is not possible; the core can only absorb pure energy. The absorption of mineral resources requires processing and conversion in the high-temperature reactor of the resource collection and processing center (1/3)
Since it is an iron alloy made from hybrid biological fibers, it is certainly not something that current technology can produce. Even if there is a laboratory capable of such production, it would be securely locked away in multiple safes, with additional security personnel outside. To expect to find it in a market that only trades mass-produced steel is truly a pipe dream
Wang Zheng's eyes suddenly lit up, and he quickly asked: "What about tidal energy? Can it be directly converted?"
The model has been established and the calculations are complete. The minimum time required to complete the task is 7 days and 5 hours. The minimum resource consumption required for the task is: 1.1 tons of biological fiber and 27 kilograms of alloy resources
Wang Zheng was overjoyed to finally solve the problem! What a fool, having grown up by the sea and yet not thinking of tidal energy. Since elementary school, that old lady who taught social studies has repeatedly told us: "In the future, renewable energy will dominate the world, and tidal energy, solar energy, wind energy, hydropower, and natural gas will become the main sources of energy!"
The most prevalent emotion among office workers in the twenty-first century is ruthlessness. Countless toxic foods consumed from childhood to adulthood have taught us through experience that regardless of how society exists or the extravagant embellishments used to portray it, the principle of "survival of the fittest" remains an undeniable truth of the universe.
I did not expect the plan to have such a significant flaw, well! Let's think of another solution!
High-energy source discovered! Wang Zheng, momentarily distracted by the beautiful scenery at the horizon, did not quite catch what was said and asked, "What?"
Wang Zheng lowered his head to look at the biologically compressed fiber in his hand, which had been compressed a thousand times. It was truly incredible to compress at least a thousand cubic feet of straw into a size that fit in the palm of his hand, weighing only about one kilogram. He wondered what principle was at work here.
In the end, it is better to spend two days' worth of energy on self-extraction and manufacturing. However, the raw materials become a problem; if you want to buy nearly sixty pounds of iron with a half of a Mao Zedong bill, either your head is stuck in the door, or your relatives own a steel mill. Otherwise, don't even think about it!
After much contemplation, it seems the old method is still the best—taking without asking. However, this act of taking also requires some finesse. The straw stack is located in a suburban area, far from any signs of human presence. Wang Zheng takes the straw in segments, much like pulling blocks from a tower, ensuring that the overall structure of the straw stack remains intact. Even if there were a witness, they would likely assume they were too far away to see clearly and would not associate it with anything unusual. Even the furry owner believes that someone has played a trick on him and has not considered any other possibilities.
Looking up, this is a standard bare-shell house, surrounded by walls made of red bricks, with not even a layer of whitewash applied. It simply encloses a yard of nearly 30 square meters. Two simple bare-brick rooms with plastic-covered windows face south, sitting against the yard wall, with the main entrance opening to the east. Various types of scrap materials are neatly arranged in the yard. A discerning person can tell at a glance that this is a work site, where at most a night watchman might stay overnight, but it is not a place for permanent residents.
Oh! The old man understood; such things happen often. Generally, those who come here are small vendors selling books at street stalls and various types of students. Each time they come, they pick out a large pile of diverse books. They are also very willing to serve such customers, as selling books this way is much more profitable than selling scrap paper.
But now, the future is in our hands! One does not need to think hard to know that one's future will be extraordinary.
Could it be antimatter? Wang Zheng chuckled lightly and shook his head, saying it was even more impossible! Not to mention whether there are any devices for producing antimatter in the country now, even if there were, it would be completely impossible to capture it, let alone preserve it
It seems rather unrealistic. Are you suggesting that I go unarmed to seize those two trucks? What if I rush out and he doesn't brake? Wouldn't that be tantamount to committing suicide? Thinking of this, Wang Zheng seemed to envision himself being struck squarely in the heart by a Dongfeng heavy truck traveling at over 100 miles per hour, followed by a mesmerizing flight through the air. He couldn't help but shrink his neck, not daring to think any further
I got off near the recycling station for used goods, and from a distance, I saw a sign hanging crookedly and barely hanging on the red brick gate—Recycling Station! Below it, a large arrow pointed towards the courtyard.
What is biological fiber?" Wang Zheng said calmly, just knowing that there would be unexpected issues. It has never been smooth sailing from the very beginning
Look! What they said is truly right! How else could they have been a teacher for a lifetime? At the very least, the inexhaustible and boundless tides can be the only breakthrough for my current bottleneck
Fifteen minutes later, Wang Zheng was already seated steadily on the bus at the starting station. Just as the bus began to move slowly, a powerful scream echoed from a distance, followed by a series of classic curses.
"Biological fibers!" Wang Zheng turned his head to look at the nearby piles of straw stacked like mountains, "This is easy, haha!" He scratched his head and smiled shyly.
Biological alloys formed by the recombination of animal or plant fibers possess a certain degree of hardness and ductility, along with the self-repair characteristics of shape memory alloys. Deformations caused by external forces will revert to their original state within 12 hours. This is currently the top priority choice
Establish a new command! From now on, the task of creating a tidal energy absorption and conversion device will be the first priority. Connect to the network, identify the most suitable location, establish a three-dimensional model, and calculate the minimum energy required and the time needed to activate the fantasy dimension!
The old man scrutinized Wang Zheng and asked, "Are you a student?"
At this moment, the sun had risen high in the sky, and golden sunlight poured over the vast land. The nearby sea surface shimmered with a deep blue hue, refracted by the sunlight. In an instant, the expansive blue sky and azure sea came into view, invigorating the spirit and bringing a sense of tranquility.
Thus, Wang Zheng has no psychological burden in achieving his own success by using others' resources. In the past, he truly did not dare to act this way. Firstly, he lacked the means, and secondly, he feared being caught by the police and locked up in a dark room. Not to mention the fines, his future would be completely ruined! Although the prospects for office workers are exceedingly bleak, one must still be cautious with what they possess
The data screen on the iris flashed by, and a three-dimensional model of a coastline stood still before me. A row of small cursors lined up along the coastline, with varying distances between each pair, which were more or less evenly spaced.
The iron door creaked loudly, startling the people inside. An old man lifted the curtain and stepped out, holding a large white porcelain teacup. As he blew on the tea and took a sip, he looked at Wang Zheng, who was approaching, and shouted, "Young man! Are you here to sell something?"
Oh," the old man nodded, raised his hand and pointed to the corner of the wall: "The books are over there! Under the plastic sheet, you can go and look for them yourself, one dollar each. When you're done, bring them to me to settle the bill, go on!" After saying this, he no longer paid attention to me and turned to go back inside.
It is possible! However, auxiliary devices are required! The energy absorption capacity of a single device is equivalent to the current total daily energy. The production of auxiliary devices requires half of the total daily energy.
After studying it back and forth for half a day without gaining any insight, I simply put it in my pocket and decided to ignore it, focusing instead on finding the recycling station for waste materials
Wang Zheng calmly stood up, gazing at a burly man in the distance who was fiercely chasing two people. With a serene smile, he placed his left hand on his chest and performed a noble gesture. His tongue lightly brushed against the corner of his mouth, displaying an expression of indulgence as if he had just savored a delicious meal, and he slowly said: "Well then! Thank you for your hospitality"
A high-energy source has been detected 6.8 kilometers to the southwest, with remote measurements indicating an energy conversion rate of over 2%. It is currently in motion. A simple topographic map appears on the iris, showing a small triangle gradually moving diagonally behind me.
The people around looked at Wang Zheng as if he were insane, instinctively shrinking back, fearing that he might go mad and harm someone.
Merely guessing is futile; one can see for themselves. Wang Zheng adjusted his glasses and said in a steady voice, "Display three-dimensional imaging!"
Wang Zheng did not respond, but hurried a few steps to the old man and said: "No! I just want to exchange for some basic extracurricular books here!"