Reborn Before the Apocalypse: My Backing is the Nation

Chapter 89 Launch (Please subscribe!!)

The first step was still the satellite launch.

One giant rocket after another roared into the sky, either exploding into a burst of fireworks or disappearing into the clouds. A total of 18 rockets were used, and 4 satellites were successfully put into orbit.

Professor Chen Yusheng's face was somewhat somber.

"Is the success rate only 22.2%?"

Jiang Yang looked at him and said, "It's alright. I can still bring your experience from this life to the next."

Professor Chen Yusheng shook his head: "It's no use."

By using engineering methods, such as improving sampling methods, increasing overall coordination, and optimizing resource allocation, we have achieved the best possible results.

Without extending the timeframe and innovating the technology, the success rate cannot be improved any further.

"22.2% is enough, it's already very good."

Compared to the first rocket launch, the success rate has increased threefold, which is a tremendous improvement.

After completing the satellite launch, the group returned to the astronauts' lounge, where Jiang Yang once again saw those familiar figures.

They remained seated quietly and neatly. However, unlike before, the middle seat in the first row was now empty.

Jiang Yang straightened his clothes, and his expression became solemn.

This time, he didn't just stand by and listen; instead, he walked over and sat in the empty seat.

In this life, I am also one of the astronauts.

The general in military uniform walked back to the podium.

His sharp, hawk-like gaze swept across the faces of the astronauts one by one—excluding Jiang Yang—before he slowly spoke.

"Everyone already knows about the doomsday cycle."

Everyone is aware of their past life experiences, thanks to the information brought by Comrade Jiang Yang.

Frankly, I'm very satisfied with everyone's performance. Although the mission ultimately failed, I know the reason certainly wasn't your fault.

In this lifetime, you will once again represent the entire nation and the entire civilization, embarking on a journey to the moon to fight for a glimmer of hope for the continuation of our civilization.

Of course, the mission and objectives are different in this life.

The general paused slightly, then his voice suddenly turned stern: "In this life, we all have only one goal."

Protect Comrade Jiang Yang!

No matter the cost, we must ensure Comrade Jiang Yang's safety, even at the cost of our lives. Even if it means the death of everyone, I want Comrade Jiang Yang to be the last one to die!
Only in this way can Comrade Jiang Yang bring back more intelligence, and only then will our country and our civilization have hope!

Do you understand? "

"understand!"

"Can you do it?"

"We swear to protect Comrade Jiang Yang with our lives!"

There were only a few dozen people, but the roar they emitted at that moment was like a mountain collapsing and a tsunami crashing.

The general stepped down from the podium, and Sun Changhe went up to him.

"Thank you for your hard work, comrades."

"Guaranteed to complete the mission!"

Jiang Yang suddenly stood up and, using the "about-face" posture he had learned during his university military training but had long since forgotten, solemnly turned around to face the dozens of astronauts in front of him and on the screen, raising his hand in a solemn salute.

All the astronauts simultaneously raised their arms in salute to Jiang Yang.

He saw that at that moment, every astronaut looked at him with unwavering determination and a chilling murderous intent.

It seemed that at any moment, these dozens of astronauts, whose professional skills and physical abilities undoubtedly placed them at the pinnacle of human capabilities, would pounce on him and tear anything that might threaten Jiang Yang to shreds. They would face any danger, no matter how fierce, without the slightest hesitation.

At that moment, a strong sense of security welled up in Jiang Yang's heart and instantly filled his entire body.

At this moment, even if Jiang Yang were to lead these astronauts to charge into battle against thousands of troops, he would not feel the slightest fear.

"The launch is now commenced."

Jiang Yang, step forward!

"Yes!"

Jiang Yang turned around again, saluted Sun Changhe, and then turned around and, just like he had seen many times before, astronauts resolutely walk towards the launch pad, and strode forward.

As he passed by Zhou Yu, he caught a glimpse of her eyes, which were brimming with tears. She was clenching her teeth as if she wanted to say something to him, but ultimately she didn't.

Jiang Yang didn't turn to look at her, nor did he pause; he walked straight ahead.

In this lifetime, I will be the first to travel to space in a rocket.

Because you are the core of the entire mission.

If the launch ultimately fails and the astronaut dies, then there's no need for subsequent astronauts to go through this ordeal.

Take the elevator downstairs, and the shuttle bus is already waiting at the door.

In just a few minutes, the shuttle bus stopped in front of the launch tower.

After getting out of the car, Jiang Yang looked up at the huge arrow, which was dozens of stories high and more than five meters in diameter. Even though his heart was filled with surging passion, he couldn't help but let out a slightly inappropriate sigh.

"This is really damn big..."

The Giant Spirit II rocket offers a completely different experience when viewed from a distance versus up close.

It was an almost irresistible and unstoppable force that instilled awe in anyone who saw it at first glance, making them realize their own insignificance.

"Please, buddy."

Arriving at the base of the launch tower, we took the elevator again and arrived at the top floor in a short while.

Accompanied by two staff members, Jiang Yang followed the passageway and stood before the open hatch of the payload bay at the top of the rocket.

Two staff members worked together to lift each component of the purely mechanical spacesuit and help Jiang Yang put it on.

As his body grew heavier, Jiang Yang gradually lost his balance and could only hold onto the railing tightly.

This weighs a full 100 kilograms.

After finally getting dressed, Jiang Yang found it difficult to even walk, let alone crawl through the narrow hatch into the spaceship.

With the help of two staff members, Jiang Yang finally managed to crawl inside, but he could only lie at the bottom of the spaceship, barely able to move.

After saluting Jiang Yang, the two staff members exited the spacecraft and carefully sealed the hatch.

At this moment, the cabin had become two separate worlds from the outside world.

Jiang Yang had seen the interior of the spaceship many times before through broadcasts, but this was his first time actually going inside.

Compared to the massive rocket body, the interior of the spacecraft was like another world.

The space was cramped and narrow, filled with screens, monitors, switches, buttons, and wires. It was incredibly complex, making one afraid to make any unnecessary movements for fear of accidentally touching something.

Fortunately, Jiang Yang was unable to move around at the moment, so there was no need to worry about accidentally triggering it.

"I feel good."

"Alright, 10 seconds countdown, 10, 9...0, ignition!"

A sound like a tractor, but many times louder, instantly enveloped Jiang Yang. At the same time, it was as if a mountain had suddenly pressed down, slamming the already immobile Jiang Yang to the ground once more.

(End of this chapter)