Pretending to be a genius starts with the civilization advancement assessment.

Chapter 132 Asking for Comrade Lin Yi's Opinion

The head of the research institute chimed in, "Hmm, that's a good idea. Indeed, based on the current data, the Dongfeng series isn't very effective against high-level abyssal beasts, and using it to clear out low-level beast tides is like using an anti-aircraft gun to kill a mosquito—inefficient and wasteful."

"If the inventory allows, using it for cross-border strategic support would be making the best use of its resources and leveraging its advantages of ultra-long range and delivery capabilities."

He looked up at Zhou Donglai and asked the crucial question: "However, Comrade Donglai, can our existing inventory, especially after being depleted in the early stages of the apocalypse, still support a support operation of this scale?"

Upon hearing this, Zhou Donglai smiled, his words carrying a deeper meaning: "Don't worry, in the early stages of the apocalypse, because the attacks were against homeland targets, short-range ballistic missiles were the main weapons used. Later, it was found that they were not very effective, so they were no longer used in large quantities."

"In fact, the largest and relatively well-preserved stockpile of our country consists of various types of long-range and intercontinental ballistic missiles."

He paused slightly, as if choosing his words carefully, before giving an answer: "So... well... in terms of inventory, it's enough."

enough.

The implied message in those two words instantly changed the atmosphere in the meeting room.

However, Zhou Donglai quickly changed the subject, immediately cooling down the atmosphere that had just risen in the meeting room.

His words were very pragmatic: "However, there is one point I must make clear. It is absolutely impossible to rely on these long-range fire support to help our allies deal with the Abyss Tide."

"I believe their primary role is to exist and showcase, to provide timely help, rather than to take over or replace it."

Upon hearing this, the head of the foreign affairs department nodded in agreement.

"Chief of Staff Zhou is right. Support is unnecessary and cannot play a decisive role."

He thought for a moment and then used an analogy.

"This is very similar to some difficult periods we have experienced in history. External aid itself has limited effect, but its most important significance is to let people in dire straits know that they are not fighting alone."

"This kind of spiritual support has an immeasurable boost to morale. Ultimately, victory will still have to be earned by them, inch by inch."

After saying that, he changed the subject, pointing to the signal from the isolated island nation on the screen, his brow furrowing slightly, "However, there's a practical problem. Should we provide support to that island nation?"

All eyes turned to Li Zhenguo.

Li Zhenguo did not answer immediately, but instead asked in return, "What's your opinion?"

The foreign affairs official had clearly considered this beforehand, and he answered clearly and logically: "Based on the charter of the union and international morality, I believe that support is needed."

"First, it is indeed a formal member of the union. Second, and more importantly, the head of the island nation's interim management committee has now been replaced by a person of Xia Yi descent. As everyone knows, he and his core team are staunch members of the island nation's 'communist society'."

"This organization, during the most difficult years of our nation's war, risked its own safety to provide us with much valuable assistance."

After listening, Li Zhenguo nodded slightly, his expression unreadable. He then turned his gaze to Zhou Dong: "What is your General Staff's opinion?"

Zhou Donglai did not directly answer whether he supported or opposed the statement.

After a moment of contemplation, he made a suggestion that surprised many: "Sir, I believe that the matter of whether to provide support to the island nation, especially by using strategic forces, is of great importance and involves a wide range of issues."

"I suggest that we consult Comrade Lin Yi before making a final decision."

The suggestion silenced the meeting room for a moment.

Seeking Lin Yi's opinion? This matter seems to have nothing to do with Yuan Energy?

Facing the probing gazes of the crowd, Zhou Donglai explained, "The reason is that Comrade Lin Yi is, after all, still a young man, full of vigor and passion. His perspective on historical issues and national sentiments may be different from ours, the old folks." "I think if he harbors any resistance to supporting the island nation, our actions might cause him to harbor resentment."

He looked around and said sincerely, "I believe that, under the current circumstances, maintaining a good relationship of trust with Comrade Lin Yi is far more important than a specific transnational rescue operation. There is no need for an external decision to affect our core cohesion."

"Therefore, this matter should be handled with caution, and we must first understand his thoughts."

These words enlightened many people present.

They were accustomed to weighing pros and cons from the perspective of national interests and strategic value, but almost overlooked the personal feelings of young people. Once they realized this, everyone nodded in agreement, expressing their approval of Zhou Donglai's suggestion.

"Indeed, the tacit understanding and trust with Lin Yi is one of the most precious strategic assets of Xia Kingdom at present, and it cannot be lost."

"Comrade Donglai has considered this matter very thoroughly." Li Zhenguo nodded in agreement. "Let's do as you say. Contact Comrade Lin Yi immediately, inform him of the situation, and focus on getting his opinion on whether to support the island nation."
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The inside of the small, silvery-white flying ball.

Lin Yi was resting with his eyes closed, his body swaying slightly as the flying ball moved.

While absorbing the source energy crystals to restore the source energy consumed in the battle, he also relaxed his mind to relieve the mental fatigue caused by using his soul power to lift himself into flight.

This method of flight was indeed laborious and unrewarding before the Star Core level, as it was energy-intensive and slow, but it was currently the only option.

Only when the star core within the body condenses, and the individual becomes like a miniature star, can one naturally break free from the constraints of gravity and achieve ultra-high-speed flight with extremely low energy consumption.

If one comprehends the rules to the Star-Spinning level, one can use source energy as fuel and rules as clothing, transforming into a stream of light and traveling thousands of miles in an instant.

This is what is known as the "flying light escape".

Of course, this requires a large amount of energy source support.

Theoretically speaking, Lin Yi doesn't have a star core right now, so he can't use supersonic flight.

On the contrary, theoretically, he could use the Light Stream Escape technique.

However, with his current energy source, it's only enough to start the flight and travel over a thousand kilometers. After landing, the energy source will be empty, so it can only be used in emergencies.

While I was pondering this, the synchronous display screen embedded in the small flying ball lit up, indicating that a high-priority encrypted communication had been connected, and the initiator's ID showed that it was Zhou Donglai.

Lin Yi made a thought and connected directly.

A communication interface pops up.

Zhou Donglai briefly briefed him on the current dire situation of the Blue Star Crisis Response Consortium's request for assistance, as well as the General Staff's preliminary plan to use the "Dongfeng" series missiles for ultra-long-range strategic support.

"Using Dongfeng for long-range strategic support?" Lin Yi was indeed somewhat surprised to hear this.

Even he hadn't thought of this idea.

In his previous life, global communication and satellite navigation systems had been down for too long. By the time they were partially restored years later, most of the satellites had already crashed, ballistic missiles had lost their precision guidance capabilities, and their practical value was greatly reduced. So he never even considered that possibility.

Only after Zhou Dong mentioned it did he realize what was happening.

Indeed, the military functions of satellite links have been largely restored. These major national assets can indeed be revitalized and become powerful tools for projecting power across continents.

(End of this chapter)