Cataclysmic Era: I can unlock the tech tree

Faced with Lü Yongchang's request, Guan Hualiang swallowed slightly.

As the only knowledgeable audience member, Guan Hualiang was deeply shocked!

Who would have thought that an undergraduate student could deduce all the details of controlled nuclear fusion technology on the spot?!

"What...what do you want me to do?"

Perhaps because he was frightened, Professor Guan Hualiang's voice was a little hoarse.

With a determined look in his eyes, Lü Yongchang said, "Professor, I request that my deduction process be reviewed!"

……

Sandaokou University, School of Materials Science.

A rapid ringing sound came from an office.

"Feed?"

"Professor Guan?"

"What?! Are you serious?!"

"...Wait for me, I'm coming right away!"

"Okay, I'll go get Dean Tian right away!"

This phone call completely disrupted the previously peaceful School of Materials Science and Engineering at Sandaokou University.

The same scene unfolded again in the nuclear physics laboratory at Sandaokou University!

"Professor Guan, you're not kidding me, are you?"

"Is this new material capable of supporting nuclear fusion derived on-site by a second-year university student?"

"Am I dreaming, or are you still half asleep?"

"Alright, alright, I'll come and take a look at your place!"

……

More than twenty minutes later.

Guan Hualiang and Lü Yongchang sat quietly on the chairs in the classroom.

The other students left the classroom after deleting the videos and photos from their phones.

"Professor, those students..." Lu Yongchang looked at Professor Guan Hualiang in front of him with some unease.

"Don't worry, someone will handle this."

Guan Hualiang remained silent for a moment before speaking again to confirm.

"Yongchang, did you research and develop these things yourself?"

Although he witnessed Lü Yongchang complete these deduction steps by himself, to be honest, he still found it hard to believe that a second-year undergraduate could master such profound knowledge!

Although this is at Sandaokou University, one of the top universities in China.

But... undergraduates are just undergraduates after all, and their exposure to knowledge is limited.

Lu Yongchang sat opposite Guan Hualiang, his deep gaze fixed on Professor Guan Hualiang, and nodded firmly.

"Professor, I figured all of this out by myself."

He wasn't lying!

In his previous life, he made significant contributions to the research on controlled nuclear fusion!

This experience significantly boosted his chances when he was being considered for the position of chief scientist.

After all, only humans who have mastered controlled nuclear fusion have the means to survive in the underground city!

"I hope so!" Guan Hualiang gave Lü Yongchang a deep look.

By this time, he had recovered from his initial shock and was naturally filled with more doubts.

However... everything will be revealed during the upcoming joint review by the professors!

Whether it's fraud or a natural talent, the truth will be revealed in time!

As he pondered this, Guan Hualiang closed his eyes and began to rest.

As people get older, their energy is ultimately limited.

Seeing Guan Hualiang close his eyes to rest, Lü Yongchang's eyes flickered slightly, and he slowly closed his own eyes as well.

Deep in his mind, a question remained unanswered.

He lost consciousness at the moment the helium flash occurred.

But what exactly was that fluorescent green interface he saw before his rebirth and awakening?!

As soon as Lü Yongchang closed his eyes, everything went black.

The next moment, with a slight thought, a fluorescent green light slowly appeared from the depths of his mind.

Before my eyes, that strange tree diagram reappeared.

This time, he finally had a chance to observe properly!

Similar to the tree diagram we saw last time, the highlighted white text at the bottom represents controlled nuclear fission and controlled nuclear fusion technologies.

The next level up contained a line of somewhat faded writing.

Nuclear Energy Control: Fusion Reactor Miniaturization Technology

A look of horror flashed in Lü Yongchang's eyes.

Fusion reactor miniaturization technology!

This is the technology he researched at the last moment in his previous life!

It is no exaggeration to say that fusion reactor miniaturization technology can bring human technology to another peak!

But... unfortunately.

Due to time constraints, he made no progress whatsoever.

Recalling his previous experience entering this space, Lü Yongchang quickly focused his attention on the line of dim text.

There was no miracle.

He had no knowledge whatsoever about miniaturizing fusion reactors.

Just as Lü Yongchang was puzzled, a line of faint text appeared between the two technologies of controlled nuclear fission and fusion reactor miniaturization. The next moment, a somewhat dim white line connected them.

[Prerequisite: Understanding the sonoluminescence phenomenon]

Recalling the scene of controlled nuclear fusion technology appearing in his mind, he made some guesses about the system in his mind.

This technology tree system can only guide him in the right research direction; it cannot impart knowledge out of thin air!

But that's enough!

In scientific research, the worst thing you can do is go in the wrong direction!

With the right direction in mind, Lü Yongchang believed that he could solve any of those so-called scientific research problems with his own abilities!

The next second, he looked up at the top of the technology tree.

Electric propulsion system

Quantum communication technology

【…】

At the very top of the technology tree is a line of highlighted text: [Level 1 Civilization].

Lu Yongchang swallowed hard, his eyes filled with disbelief.

This is only a Level 1 civilization?!

What should a Level 2 civilization possess?!

As this thought crossed his mind, a line of increasingly dim text appeared at the top of the technology tree.

[Initial Mastery of Energy Weapons]

The moment he saw this line of text, Lü Yongchang's pupils contracted sharply!

It's an energy weapon!

What about... a Level 3 civilization?!

A glint of "greed" flashed in his eyes.

As a scientist, the future of technology, even just its name, holds a fatal attraction for him!

The system did not respond.

A hint of regret appeared in Lü Yongchang's eyes.

Just as Lü Yongchang was immersed in exploring the system, a soft knock came from outside the classroom.

"Knock knock knock!"

……

Lü Yongchang and Guan Hualiang opened their eyes at the same time and turned their gaze toward the classroom door.

"Come in, the door isn't locked."

Guan Hualiang said in a deep voice.

The classroom door slowly opened the next moment.

Several professors with graying temples walked into the classroom with solemn expressions.

The elderly man at the head of the group immediately focused his attention on the blackboard behind the podium upon entering the classroom.

After a cursory glance at the blackboard and projector screen, a hint of surprise flashed in the old man's eyes.

Then, he turned to look at Lü Yongchang.

Upon seeing Lü Yongchang meet his gaze without flinching, the old man's astonishment deepened.

"Professor Guan, is this the...genius student you mentioned?"

Guan Hualiang nodded slightly: "Dean Tian, ​​let me introduce you. This young man is a sophomore in the Physics Department, and his name is Lü Yongchang."

As he spoke, he turned to Lü Yongchang and said, "This is Tian Zhixuan, the dean of the School of Materials Science and Engineering at Sandaokou University."

"Whether your new material is reliable or not, just ask him!"