My Realistic Simulation Game

Chapter 252 The Cycle of History

The cycle of history is always ironic.

After World War II, the focus of the struggle between the two major camps, the United States and the Soviet Union, was the top scientists left behind by Germany.

Just a few decades later, the roles were reversed, and the Soviet Union itself became the one being "harvested".

As for the brain drain from the Soviet Union, it had already been brewing in the mid-to-late 80s when Gorbachev promoted "openness" and "new thinking".

The enactment of the Citizens' Entry and Exit Law in 1991 was like opening a floodgate.

The turmoil that followed in August completely breached the last bulwark.

According to official Soviet statistics, more than 11 people emigrated between 1986 and 1990.

As soon as the news of the law being relaxed came out, nearly 200 million people immediately expressed their intention to leave, while more than 600 million people remained hesitant and in a wait-and-see state.

Among these people who fled, besides those who immigrated directly, there were those who studied abroad and never returned, and those who suddenly changed their nationality while working overseas.

Some people even stay in China and collaborate with Western companies, selling their research results abroad all at once.

Overt and covert efforts combined, the scientific research foundation that the Soviet Union had accumulated over half a century was being eroded at a visible rate.

To be fair, the Soviet Union possessed extremely strong core technological capabilities.

The company is among the world's leading in fields such as nuclear power plants, explosive welding, pulse energy, and special ceramic materials.

Technologies such as the synthesis of particulate solid materials and the deep development of rare earth elements are also highly competitive.

However, with the current turmoil and economic and political upheavals, the living standards of the Soviet people have plummeted.

Scientists and engineers who were once well-paid and had a strong sense of national honor suddenly found themselves in dire straits, unable to receive their salaries, with projects stalled and their futures uncertain.

Amidst widespread anxiety, the greenbacks waving by the West and the promises of the so-called "free world" naturally exert a tremendous corrosive force.

Qin Yuan was very familiar with this situation.

He also knew that if he wanted to poach a national treasure-level military industrial talent like Valery Babic, he could never do it in secret like he would hoard rubles or acquire a brewery.

This requires strong national power as a backing and receiving unit.

In other words, he needed to first consult with the domestic authorities to ascertain their attitude and determination.

After returning to the Far East Group building, Qin Yuan dismissed everyone around him and directly summoned a virtual chat box that only he could see, contacting Crown Prince Li Chuze.

[I am Jingye]: Chu Ze, have any specific measures been introduced in China in response to the changes in the Soviet Union?

He wanted to first test the level and speed of the domestic reaction to the sudden change in the Soviet situation.

Upon receiving this message, Li Chuze in Yanjing felt a jolt.

Although they have been in frequent contact over the past few months, it has mostly been about things like the import and export of auto parts and trade volume.

This is the first time I've asked so directly about the movements of the top leaders in China.

Not to mention, this was at a sensitive time following the dramatic events of the August Revolution in the Soviet Union.

[Prince of Yanjing]: Master Jing, you're in the Soviet Union. What happened there? How did your ranking suddenly jump to number one? Now all the players' attention is focused on the Soviet Union.

[Prince of Yanjing]: Since that incident in August, even my grandfather hasn't been home for over a week. The atmosphere in Yanjing is tense. Although the media hasn't been reporting on it extensively, all major government agencies are paying close attention and analyzing every move the Soviet Union makes.

[Prince of Yanjing]: Some people say that the Soviet Union may collapse. Is this true?
His shock was beyond words.

Although it was just a game, the immersive experience gave him a real sense of belonging to this world.

The collapse of a superpower from within without any external war is a tremendous shock to anyone familiar with the history of both countries.

Looking at the Crown Prince's reply, Qin Yuan made a preliminary judgment about the domestic reaction.

[I am Jingye]: If nothing unexpected happens, the Soviet Union will officially collapse and disintegrate before the end of this year.

Qin Yuan, true to form, typed out these words directly on the virtual screen.

When these words were presented to the Crown Prince, his expression changed drastically.

Is...is it really going to break down?!
Considering Qin Yuan's earlier assertion that he would "pass the test" by the end of the year, he became even more certain that Qin Yuan had most likely foreseen this historical outcome long ago.

He attributed this insight to Qin Yuan's unparalleled analysis and accurate judgment of the current situation. But... even so, he still swallowed hard several times to barely suppress the turmoil in his heart.

However, the next message Qin Yuan sent immediately sent his pulse soaring to 180.

【I am Jingye】: Chuze, through your channels, please pass on a message to my superiors: Do they want the Soviet Union's top-notch talent or not? Give me a definite answer, and I can send them over.

[Prince of Yanjing]: Master Jing, you're not kidding?! Not technology, not products, but living, breathing highly skilled professionals?! What field does it involve? It can't... it can't be related to the military industry, can it?!

As a child of a privileged family, he was all too aware of the weight behind those words that could potentially reshape the international landscape.

Soviet military technology!

This is unique in the world, and it keeps Europe and America on edge!

Previously, the blueprints and samples that Qin Yuan sent back to China through various channels all required a team of experts to repeatedly study, disassemble, and reverse engineer them in order to reproduce them.

Even so, he heard his own father privately remark that it had greatly helped the country, saving them several years of detours in research and development in several fields.

If... if it were the top Soviet military engineers who personally designed and built these national treasures who came directly to provide guidance...

Wouldn't that be a repeat of the Soviet experts' aid to China in the 1950s, leading to an unprecedented leap forward for the domestic military industry?
Thinking of the generous achievement points he received from participating in the engine project, Li Chuzhe could hardly imagine the massive rewards he could obtain if he facilitated such a national-level talent introduction project!
[Prince of Yanjing]: Master Jing, wait a minute! I'll find a way to contact my father immediately! This is a huge matter; I have to sound him out in person!

That's exactly what Qin Yuan wanted to hear.

He needed to know the domestic attitude towards accepting these sensitive talents, and whether they would hesitate due to concerns about diplomatic relations with the Soviet Union.

If those above are hesitant and timid, many of his plans will have to be adjusted, and he may even end up doing the work for someone else.

But his worries were clearly unnecessary.

Although China has always placed great emphasis on international relations and maintaining its image, it has demonstrated remarkable pragmatism and courage in the face of this historic opportunity that concerns the country's fundamental interests and future strategic strength.

As soon as Li Chuze released this news, it immediately caused a huge shock throughout the relevant circles in Yanjing.

They also learned a great deal about the current situation in the Soviet Union through diplomatic channels.

This includes the financial plunder of the Soviet Union by Western countries and the swallowing up of state-owned assets by agents supported by Jewish capital.

I also heard some rumors about the "Transition and Takeoff Plan" implemented by the United States to seize Soviet experts.

After all, CIA agents operate almost openly in Moscow, Kyiv, and other places, recruiting a large number of experts from various research institutes and design bureaus in fields such as missiles, rockets, aero engines, and bioengineering.

Although these plans were carried out in secret, the loss of so many people could not possibly escape the notice of those with ulterior motives.

At this time, the dying Soviet Union, under Yeltsin's separatist policies, had no scruples whatsoever.

Domestically, due to the complex international situation and diplomatic etiquette, no public or large-scale action had been taken previously.

Now, upon suddenly hearing Qin Yuan, a "one of our own" who was thriving in the Soviet Union, explicitly state that he had the ability to snatch food from the tiger's mouth and recruit and send a group of top Soviet experts, especially in the field of military industry, to China, one can imagine the shock and excitement of the relevant domestic departments.

Historically, the "dual introduction project" was not systematically launched until several years later due to various concerns.

But at this moment, Qin Yuan's appearance and the power and channels he has shown have undoubtedly given the country an excellent opportunity to make plans years in advance and seize the initiative!

With such a once-in-a-lifetime, fleeting strategic opportunity before us, how could we possibly let it slip by?

They contacted Qin Yuan through Li Chuze and were even more shocked after learning about the list of talents who could be recruited.

They hadn't expected Qin Yuan to have such great courage and determination.

Aerodynamics, nuclear energy research institute, nuclear submarine, rare earth smelting, and chief designer of aircraft carriers.

This series of titles, and the names of the people associated with them, sent a thrill of excitement through the country.

Then, without even thinking, he gave a clear reply.

"Tell Comrade Qin Yuan that we welcome all experts who are genuinely willing to work in China with open arms!"

"They will receive excellent treatment and meet all the requirements, ensuring their academic freedom, convenient living conditions, and absolute personal safety!"

"All actions must be carried out with utmost care and secrecy!"

(End of this chapter)