Ironclad: How can hand-crafted knight belts not be considered genius?

"Boss~_(:з」∠)_"

When are we finally going to register the company? It's been a week already!

Xiao Er huddled listlessly in the corner of the lab, the round screen drooping, gazing resentfully at Jiang Ning's retreating figure.

"Almost done! It'll be finished soon!"

Jiang Ning gave a perfunctory reply, but his fingertips flew across the screen.

The continuous stream of code flows into the main control chassis like a trickle of water. It is then simulated by the "Zea" remote supercomputer above the star orbit, and then synthesized, finalized, and cast layer by layer by the precision equipment in the laboratory.

For the entire week, Jiang Ning put aside all trivial matters.

Relying on the star-level computing power of the Zeya satellite covering the entire airspace, he has been frantically reconstructing, iterating, and revamping the underlying architecture of the original Flying Electric Drive.

The Zero-One System from the original world was too limited, only compatible with the network system of ordinary Earth dimension, and was simply unable to withstand the erosion of imaginary energy and interstellar turbulence in this universe.

To truly gain a foothold in the vast starry sea, protect the nascent Zea Network, and safeguard the Humagear intelligent machine system he created, he must hold enough trump cards.

Creating a brand-new, unique Zero-One Driver that is compatible with the Starry Sky Universe and bound to the Zeya satellite is imperative.

"It wasn't me who deliberately delayed registering the company."

Jiang Ning stared intently at the screen full of compiled data, a determined glint in his eyes.

"The company is ultimately just a facade to the outside world."

The true core assets for survival must be firmly held in one's own hands.

As soon as he finished speaking, he pressed his fingertips firmly onto the last line of code.

Om-!

The instruments throughout the entire laboratory suddenly began to vibrate in unison!

The "Zea" orbiting the star instantly cast a beam of extremely concentrated fluorescent green computing power, which penetrated the layers of space station deck and was precisely cast into the alloy mold on the experimental platform.

A blinding stream of fluorescent data exploded!

Liquid star alloys are rapidly shaped, layered, and interlocked under supercomputing force fields, with countless fine and precise energy patterns automatically engraved and formed.

The originally scattered metal parts, circuit modules, and sensing units were seamlessly assembled into a single unit under Zeya's fully automated simulation and assembly system.

The brand-new "Zero One Driver" and "High Leap Locust Program Ascension Key" were released simultaneously.

Jiang Ning lifted the protective cover and, with a wave of his hand, sealed the two core pieces of equipment into the "materialless hand box".

Its self-preservation capabilities have now officially returned to their proper place.

Although he currently only has the basic High Leap Locust form, the power of the Zero-One system has never been about the numbers on paper.

What's truly terrifying is the Zeya satellite's real-time, global, and synchronous computing power for prediction and war scenario simulation.

Jiang Ning calmed his mind and focused his consciousness into the system interface.

Two-thirds of the core modules of the Kamen Rider 01 technology tree have been lit up, with only the last main quest, "Register a Company," remaining unfinished.

At the same time, the successful development of the driver also unlocked a series of new blinking mission branches.

Jiang Ning's gaze swept across the list and landed on a seemingly useless task, which he intended to skip.

But in the next instant, his eyes lit up, and a brilliant idea flashed through his mind, instantly forming an extremely bold concept.

His thoughts returned to reality, and he turned to look at Izzy and Xiao Er, who were quietly waiting to be called upon.

"Iz, I'm sending you a set of compiled code now."

Jiang Ning spoke quickly and with a hint of anticipation in his voice.

"Use the same craftsmanship standards I used to create the Zero One Driver to help me replicate this device."

Thank you for your hard work! I'm going to borrow a spaceship from Estádio now to prepare for the company registration procedures.

Once that thing is finished, come find me at the platform, and we'll set off together.

Upon hearing this, the blue light from the Humagear module beside Iz's ear flickered gently, and a clear, soft electronic voice slowly sounded:

"Understood, President Jiang Ning. Leave it to me with confidence."

After watching Jiang Ning leave the laboratory quickly, IZ, having received the complete code data, immediately started the equipment and began the precision manufacturing process.

Xiao Er, hovering in mid-air, kept waving its round screen at the semi-finished product on the lab table, full of curiosity.

It looked left and right, fussed around for ages, but still couldn't figure out what amazing treasure its boss had secretly been hiding this time.

Leaving the research and development area, Jiang Ning walked through the clean and transparent corridors of the space station.

Whenever staff members passing by saw him, they would subconsciously slow down and nod in greeting.

Nowadays, who on the entire Black Tower space station hasn't heard of the name "Jiangning"?

This young researcher pioneered the "Zea" satellite project, creating his own unique intelligent computing system in the vast universe.

At present, Jiang Ning is already the most dazzling core figure in the entire station.

Soon, Jiangning arrived at the main control module.

Unlike the precise and cold atmosphere of the ground floor laboratory, after Estádio's renovation and refurbishment, this place is elegantly and brightly decorated, exuding a refined style reminiscent of interstellar nobility.

Estella was sitting behind a holographic desk, her fingertips flying across the screen as she processed the mountain of approval documents for the space station.

Her long pink hair fell to her shoulders, and her eyes and brows showed a hint of fatigue from handling official business.

Hearing footsteps, she quickly looked up at Jiang Ning, and the weariness in her eyes instantly vanished.

"Mr. Jiang Ning?"

You suddenly contacted me, is it because the lab needs something?

If it's a material requirement, I'll get it right away..."

Jiang Ning walked to the table and cut straight to the point, interrupting Aista.

"Estella, I'd like to borrow a high-speed spaceship. I need to leave the space station."

Aista paused, her beautiful eyes looking at Jiang Ning with a hint of surprise and confusion.

"Leave the space station? Where to?"

"Interstellar Public Commercial Bureau".

Jiang Ning said frankly.

"Go and formally register and implement the cross-stellar enterprise qualification."

After those words were spoken, the atmosphere between the two of them froze for a few seconds.

Aista blinked, a beautiful smile curving her lips as she teased Jiang Ning.

"I thought you were spending all your time in the lab fiddling with equipment, planning to procrastinate indefinitely."

It seems Mr. Jiang Ning is indeed more than just talking!

Aista's fingers flew across the keyboard, bringing up the Starport permissions panel.

"The space station currently has one spacecraft on standby."

Lightweight and high-speed, unarmed, with high warp drive capability and fully equipped stealth navigation modules, it is best suited for solo business trips.

I'll grant you full navigation permissions and access to the star system whitelist.

Permission confirmation, key issuance, and route preloading were all completed in one go.

"By the way, Mr. Jiang Ning, there is something I must remind you of."

The registration process for companies operating across different star systems is extremely rigorous.

Estelle suppressed her smile and turned to Jiang Ning with a serious expression, offering a reminder.

"The State Administration for Commerce is deeply controlled by Interstellar Peace Company. The emerging intelligent industry is a blank and high-risk track. Your application will most likely be subject to layers of review and deliberate difficulties."

It's even possible that it will be rejected outright.

"I know."

Jiang Ning remained calm and confident.

"It is precisely because it is a blank track that no one with ulterior motives has tried to interfere."

All I need to do is throw the technical solutions in their faces; risk assessment is their problem.

Seeing the fearless sharpness in his eyes, Estella was slightly taken aback.

Jiang Ning was slightly taken aback, then grinned.

"Don't worry, with Ms. Black Tower's guarantee, those snobs from the company should be licking my boots."

Oh, by the way, could you contact Alan for me in a bit? Tell him to come find me at the spaceship docking port.

I need to speak with him urgently.

Although Estella didn't understand why Jiang Ning wanted to see Alan, she still nodded in agreement.

Having obtained navigation permission, Jiang Ning turned and left the main control module, heading straight for the newly built spacecraft docking area.

The silver-white spaceship lay silently in its berth, its warp drive poised to fire.

Izzy was already there quietly waiting for Jiang Ning's arrival. A large suitcase was held protectively in Izzy's arms, looking particularly conspicuous.

Upon seeing Jiang Ning arrive, Izzy proactively handed him the briefcase she was carrying.

"President Jiang Ning, what you asked me to do is done."

"Yes, thank you for your hard work, Iz."

Jiang Ning took the suitcase and weighed it.

Hmm, this weight is just right.

Not far away, a figure was running quickly toward the spaceship docking port.

The person who arrived was none other than Alan!

"Mr. Jiang Ning, am I too late...?"

"Miss said you were looking for me, so I immediately ended training and rushed over... I hope I wasn't late?"

Sweat dripped down Alan's face as Jiang Ning looked at the dutiful current head of the defense department with deep admiration.

Jiang Ning, carrying the heavy, precision-made briefcase in one hand, handed it to Alan with a crisp and decisive tone:

"This is a gift I prepared for you."

As for how and when to use it, I've sent that information separately to your chat.

Alan looked at the suitcase in his arms with suspicion. Driven by curiosity and guided by Jiang Ning, he slowly opened the suitcase seal.

Upon seeing the contents, Alan's pupils suddenly contracted.

"This is…?!

This won't do! Mr. Jiang Ning! I…”

Jiang Ning raised his index finger to his lips as a shushing gesture, then pushed the suitcase in Alan's hand toward him.

"Take it if I give it to you. I don't know how long I'll be gone on this trip."

If anything happens to the space station midway, it's all in your hands.

Jiang Ning patted Alan on the shoulder, said nothing more, and turned to walk into the cabin with Iz.

The cabin door slowly closed, and Alan watched the spaceship gradually disappear into the distance. He clutched the suitcase in his arms even tighter, as if it were a precious treasure, and murmured to himself:

"Such a valuable item... Mr. Jiang Ning actually gave it to me..."

A moment later, the hesitation in Alan's eyes completely disappeared, replaced by determination and resolve.

"Don't worry, Mr. Jiang Ning... I will never let you down!"