Chapter 210 – Technology Collaboration Exchange Conference

Ye Kuang: “By the way, where are we heading?”

Elder: “Where else? To Duke Zhou’s place, of course.”

At this point, the Elder was clearly still somewhat annoyed, then continued: “If someone from Heaven Earth Black Yellow hadn’t notified me, you all would likely have been doomed.”

Hearing this, Ye Kuang couldn’t help but be startled, asking involuntarily: “Then if you’ve left Duke Zhou, wouldn’t he be in danger?”

“Heh…” The Elder suddenly spoke with displeasure upon hearing this: “Guess.”

Ye Kuang: “…”

“Alright, alright, stop making that face. Even I’m becoming immune to it.” As he spoke, the Elder couldn’t help but laugh: “But at least you’ve got some conscience, kid. Don’t worry, set your concerns aside. Someone else is ensuring Duke Zhou’s safety right now. Otherwise, I wouldn’t have made this trip personally.”

On the dark asphalt road ahead, a black car swiftly sped past.

Only after half an hour did a towering skyscraper finally come into view.

When parking, Ye Kuang was surprisingly the first to get out, promptly taking on the role of a car attendant, opening doors for the Elder and Wine-and-Meat Buddha in turn.

Elder: “…”

Wine-and-Meat Buddha: “Hey, you’re quite the sly one, kid! Hahaha…”

Ye Kuang: “…”

Seeing this rascal about to start his antics again, the Elder suddenly became very serious and warned: “Enough now. Stay close to me later.”

Upon hearing this, Ye Kuang showed no concern for his image whatsoever, clasping his hands behind his head and swaggering closely behind.

It must be said, this building truly lived up to its reputation.

An elevator went straight up to the 360th floor.

Ding!

As the light chime sounded, Ye Kuang couldn’t help but lament: “What kind of elevator is this? This must be the highest elevator I’ve ever taken. A single ride actually took half an hour.”

Hearing this, the Elder suddenly reached out and smacked him.

“Ladies and gentlemen, next is the final segment. The 32nd Technology Collaboration Exchange Conference now officially begins!!!”

Just then, a loud announcement echoed in the ears of Ye Kuang and his two companions.

Hearing this, the Elder had no choice but to withdraw his outstretched withered hand.

“You brat, behave yourself.”

“Got it, got it.”

Wine-and-Meat Buddha saw this and couldn’t help but smile oddly.

After numerous twists and turns, Ye Kuang followed closely behind the two elders into a massive inner hall.

At the entrance stood several elegantly dressed upper-class socialites, each holding a wine glass and searching for tonight’s prey.

As Ye Kuang passed by, he couldn’t avoid being scrutinized repeatedly through judgmental eyes.

“Young lady, what are you looking at?”

“What is this guy saying?”

Hearing this, Ye Kuang was inevitably full of confusion, clearly puzzled by the foreign dialect.

Elder: “They’re asking what you said.”

As he spoke, the Elder continued: “Remember, keep your mouth shut later. Don’t say anything, or I’ll hold you responsible for any consequences.”

Ye Kuang: “Am I that kind of person…”

As he spoke, pushing the door open, a familiar tune reached his ears.”This marks an epoch-making milestone. From the day we possessed our own Independent Spark, it signified humanity’s unstoppable rise. Yet now, with sunlight bathing the earth and resources dwindling, we are compelled to consider the future and set our sights upon the stars,” declared Duke Zhou.

“Elder Zhou is truly extraordinary. To prevent scientific stagnation, he even brings such issues to exchange forums,” Ye Kuang couldn’t help murmuring to himself upon hearing this.

At that moment, Duke Zhou continued his impassioned speech: “Well then, ladies and gentlemen, to facilitate your understanding, we will now remotely present our latest research findings through electronic means…”

“The Artificial Sun Project – infinite cyclic regeneration!”

Clap clap clap!

“My God, how is this possible?”

“Heavens, could this truly be realized…”

Duke Zhou then took out his mobile device and pressed the activation button.

On the screen, a massive high-tech device gradually ignited with fiery red sparks, spinning at an astonishing rate per second, while numerous researchers bustled about its periphery.

“Are you prepared?”

“Ready at any moment.”

Hearing this, Duke Zhou gave a slight “Hmm” before suddenly declaring: “Then let us begin!”

“Ion positioning – activate!”

“Energy positioning – activate!”

“Power supply positioning – activate!”

“Equipment operation – normal!”

“…”

“Normal… all parameters normal!!”

Upon hearing this, Duke Zhou’s expression remained unchanged, as if everything had been leading to this Peak moment.

“As we all know, when the sun exists in a stable environment, its temperature becomes tremendously formidable. Though danger always coexists, through unremitting efforts and our limited understanding, we have discovered that maintaining balanced solar output requires an enormous magnetic field.”

“This confirms the saying: universal forces are safest and most stable when in equilibrium.”

At this point, Duke Zhou suddenly added: “However, after decades of research, we now face another major problem – the Artificial Sun Project cannot currently operate for extended periods, as if lacking some force that would make its output sustainable.”

As his words faded, Duke Zhou pointed successively at key equipment components, explaining: “The pressure might still be insufficient. The combustion energy resembles dry wood that burns out completely, which has become our primary concern. I invite everyone to share perspectives – does this equipment still require manual processing to achieve complete perfection?”

Meanwhile, an elder made his way through the crowd and raised a question: “If the combustion energy remains excessively high, will it be safe?”

Recognizing the speaker, Duke Zhou nodded slightly before smiling: “Elder Qi’s concern is naturally something we’ve considered. Therefore, we’ve implemented quantitative energy controls precisely to prevent accidents. Research shows that maintaining operation for several hours or days would suffice, as the output energy could significantly improve our living conditions.”

Elder Qi posed another question: “If the solar core remains fixed at a stable node, why go through such trouble? Why not create a core device that enables sustained output? Of course, the specific quantity would require your careful deliberation.”Duke Zhou: “Elder Qi’s concept is indeed a feasible approach, but we still face another issue—how to stabilize it.”

At this moment, aside from the bespectacled elderly scientists present, only the voices of Duke Zhou and Elder Qi echoed through the hall.

“I believe that when energy reaches a certain critical point, the magnetic field becomes the only solution.”

As these words fell, the elderly attendees couldn’t help but turn toward the source of the voice.

To their surprise, it was Ye Kuang!

Hearing this, the Elder’s face inevitably darkened: “Young man, didn’t I tell you not to speak recklessly?”

Duke Zhou, upon seeing the wildly imaginative youth, showed no trace of surprise but instead revealed a faint smile: “So you’ve finally arrived, kid.”

Elder: “Duke Zhou?”

Duke Zhou: “It’s fine, let him continue.”

Elder: “…”

Elder Qi, far from finding it inappropriate, chuckled and asked: “Young man, do you even know what we’re discussing? How dare you make such assertions?”

Hearing this, Ye Kuang curiously touched his translation device before smiling and countering: “The phenomena and environment of the sun, along with its combustion concept and surroundings—can they exist and stabilize out of nothing?”

Elder Qi: “Well… this…”

Seeing this reaction, Ye Kuang instinctively bowed slightly to the assembly before confidently elaborating his personal hypothesis: “The sun’s stability is not truly stable. When its energy is exhausted, it may signify the beginning phase of another celestial body. Due to the weakness of magnetic fields, countless meteorites would likely be drawn toward it. As for how to interpret flaming stars—that naturally depends on individual imagination.”

After speaking, his voice suddenly rose, resonating in everyone’s ears: “Of course, this is merely a hypothesis. The current problem is how to achieve stabilization.”

Hearing this, Duke Zhou couldn’t help but cover his forehead as if long accustomed to such antics: “Do elaborate…”

In response, Ye Kuang simply smiled: “Proportions.”

Elder Qi suddenly grew intrigued and asked: “What do you mean?”