Chapter 213: Chapter 208, 209: Red Flame, Start!_2

He Xingzhou opened the Quantum Light Computer and found the laser technology section.

With the energy accumulated over these days, he was finally able to unlock these technologies.

“Consume one million energy units, unlock tactical laser weapon technology.”

“Consume one million energy units, unlock strategic laser weapon technology.”

“Consume one million energy units, unlock high-energy laser aggregator technology.”

With some additional and prerequisite laser technology, He Xingzhou roughly understood how to manufacture high-energy laser beams.

He immediately gathered his team to start research and development.

…

As time passed day by day, while He Xingzhou was still improving the Red Flame and developing laser weapons, the new year had arrived.

During this time, many major events occurred. For instance, in the Pacific Ocean, some small countries had either relocated entirely or simply disappeared.

Zerg disasters became increasingly common, with the Zerg also beginning to invade the coasts of the Atlantic, Tianzhu Ocean, and the Arctic Ocean.

Several coastal defense battles broke out in between, none of which succeeded, as a large number of Zerg had already invaded the interior of major continents, causing significant civilian casualties, even Bai Ying wasn’t spared!

The Zerg had not yet launched a large-scale land invasion but rather propagated quietly everywhere. Like a time bomb, when they fully erupted, the whole world would be destroyed.

Some organizations conducted statistics, revealing that since the discovery of the Zerg, the number of people who had died directly or indirectly because of the Zerg had exceeded one hundred million!

The entire world lived in fear and unease. In comparison, Shen Zhou, with its iron wall protection, was the safest place.

The day drew nearer when the Blue Star Alliance would explore Catastrophe Island. Each member regarded it as a significant event, preparing elite troops for it.

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Academy of Military Sciences, Laser Weapons Institute.

A one-meter-thick steel block was placed in the experimental area, and then He Xingzhou activated the laser transmitter.

A high-temperature beam formed instantly in the air, the scorching light focused on the steel plate. The hundreds of thousands of degrees Celsius temperature melted the steel block, burning a hole through it in just over ten seconds!

“Experiment number 1346, successfully penetrated a one-meter-thick steel block, took 12.4 seconds.” A researcher documented the experimental results, exclaiming joyfully, “This time the laser’s intensity can already penetrate the carapace of Level 6 Zerg!”

*”If only the energy focusing intensity could be even higher,”* He Xingzhou thought. *The Deep Sea Giant Beast’s ray was atomic energy, with temperatures reaching one hundred million degrees Celsius, equivalent to the core temperature of an atomic bomb explosion!*”

“Mr. He, this design scheme is feasible. If we increase the energy supply and the size of the laser generator, we should be able to produce a stronger laser,” another researcher nearby said, “Mounted on a ship, fighter aircraft, or surface launcher, the power would be greater! Changing the focusing method could even attack distant targets like aircraft or satellites.”

He Xingzhou glanced at him; the speaker was a young man named Yu Sheng. He had returned to the country resolutely during the defense of Shanghai, possessing a strong foundation and aptitude. He Xingzhou held him in high regard.

“Since that’s the case,” He Xingzhou said, “Yu Sheng, continue with the research group to advance the development of shipborne and airborne laser weapons.”

This gave Yu Sheng a bigger opportunity for development, and he immediately beamed with joy, saying, “Thank you, Mr. He. I’ll work hard with everyone!”

*”Now that the weapon modules are basically complete, the final assembly of the Mecha can also be completed,”* thought He Xingzhou.

He took the laser weapon module back to his workspace.

The Red Flame seemed more “substantial” than before, as it had been equipped with additional functional modules.

He Xingzhou installed the laser weapon module, connecting it to the nuclear battery, and its most powerful weapon was integrated into one!

*”This is the complete first-generation machine!”* He Xingzhou looked at the Red Flame in front of him, and a sense of achievement rose within him.

The Red Flame could not only perform various mechanical motions but also had a load capacity of over one hundred tons!

Modern tanks and armored vehicles typically weigh between 40 to 60 tons, which meant this Mecha could easily lift a tank or armored vehicle!

Moreover, it was equipped with several types of weapons.

Firstly, there were cold weapons used to prevent unprepared situations or in special states, such as a folding alloy battle knife more than four meters long when opened, sharp and blade-like, capable of slicing through hardened materials!

Secondly, there was the electromagnetic gun, which fired bullets using electromagnetic methods, more powerful than large-caliber armor-piercing bullets!

Microwave weapons, mostly targeting electronic equipment, could also interfere with and strike Zerg capable of emitting electromagnetic waves.

Finally, the Mecha was equipped with a high-energy burning laser transmitter, which mainly utilized the high-temperature attribute of the laser to quickly melt and destroy targets.

Additionally, to make the Mecha more convenient to use, He Xingzhou designed and manufactured several freely attachable modules.

These included industrial construction modules like an electric hammer, electric drill, and electric saw, or modules specifically for hunting Zerg, such as electronic harpoons, nanometer-launch nets, and steel clamp modules.

The Mecha performed different tasks by loading or unloading different modules, making it even more versatile!

He Xingzhou checked it all over again to confirm everything was fine.

At this time, Qin Peng sent a message, “Dr. He, is it completed?”

He Xingzhou replied, “Everything is ready!”

Qin Peng said, “Great, have the military factory quickly manufacture a batch. We’ve set the action for the fifth of next month. We’re heading to Catastrophe Island to explore the land-based Zerg hive!”

He Xingzhou responded, “No problem, there’s enough time!”

…

The factory had been busy making the Red Flame for some time, with more than a dozen units ready. Producing more this time, along with the laser transmitters, forming a Mecha squad was not a problem.

During this period, Shen Zhou announced something.

“Comrade He Xingzhou, due to his outstanding contributions and numerous achievements in the Xuanwu Plan, has been approved to officially become the Xuanwu Executive Officer.”

As soon as this news was released, the media reported it, and countless people went to celebrate on He Xingzhou’s social media accounts.

“@Planet Builder, the big boss has become the Xuanwu Executive Officer! Congratulations!”

“Dr. He deserves it!”

“Yes, without Dr. He, we wouldn’t know how many people would have died at the hands of the Zerg! Thumbs up!”

“Congratulatory message from the Xuanwu Army!”

“The big boss is getting busier; it’s been a long time since the last update!”

Many people congratulated him, and He Xingzhou’s family and friends also sent messages of congratulation.

After replying to them, he posted a new update online, “Thank you for your trust; I will continue to carry out the Xuanwu Plan.”

“On the fifth of next month, we will explore the land-based Zerg hive on Catastrophe Island. Everyone can follow along then.”

*”Explore the land-based Zerg hive?”* As soon as He Xingzhou announced it, it caused a stir across the internet again.

During this time, news about the land-based Zerg hive had been circulating, and everyone was very worried about it.

Rumors were rampant, with talk of foreign special forces being wiped out there; others said there were giant Zerg in the land-based Zerg hive, and so on.

“It’s dangerous there!”

“Dangerous or not, we have to go. If we don’t figure out the enemy’s situation, how can we fight the Zerg?”

“I hope you can execute the mission safely and return safely!”

“I’ll definitely be watching! I’m taking the day off on the fifth just to watch your live broadcast!”

“If I don’t watch, I probably won’t be able to sleep well.”

Everyone began to wait for the fifth of the following month. Meanwhile, within the Xuanwu Army, they were selecting elite warriors to execute this mission.

“This mission is different from the past!” In a certain division, the commander was selecting personnel, “Is the land-based Zerg hive dangerous? Extremely dangerous. We still don’t know what’s inside!”

“Precisely because of this, we need to go in and capture samples!”

“This mission can be said to be a nine out of ten chance of death! Anyone willing to go, step forward!”

After he finished speaking, everyone stepped forward.

“Since you’re all willing, those whose names I call, step out.” The commander began to read names; these were personnel who had passed assessments in regular training.

“Wang Wei, Yu Zhou… Deng Jian… Huang Sheng… Xiong Manni… Okay, those who stepped out, follow me.”

There were thirty people here, and the commander instructed them to wait at a training ground.

The thirty people began to get acquainted with each other.

“Are you Second Brother?” Huang Sheng recognized Deng Jian.

“Good kid, are you Little Sword?” Deng Jian also recognized him; wasn’t this his gaming buddy?

“You’re all here!” Xiong Manni had recognized them earlier but hadn’t been in a position to speak.

“All three of us got selected!” Huang Sheng exclaimed in surprise, “That’s amazing!”

“Too bad the Big Sister isn’t here!” Xiong Manni looked around but didn’t find anyone who resembled Xu Zhilan. She was certain, “With the Big Sister’s skills, she must be in the Xuanwu Army!”