Resurrection Empire-Chapter 871 - 335: Oscar_3
"What should we do then?"
Ren Zhong: "The network is gone, but we still have Crystal Chips. We also possess advanced technology to transform these chips into large integrated circuits. However, no one can say exactly how many years it will take to restore Source Star to perfect operational status, and no one knows what changes will occur during this period."
Yu Junren slumped back into his chair, "That's a big problem."
Ren Zhong nodded, "Indeed, it is a problem. But it's also an opportunity. Manager Yu, haven't you realized something?"
"What?"
"At the very least, you and I currently hold a significant amount of resources and power. No matter what happens, we are starting ahead of others. We won't be the ones being slaughtered."
"That's true. But my control over the Chenhui Mine is not as strong as yours. I'm merely a staff member appointed by Purple Crystal Mining and cannot resist the company's orders."
Ren Zhong gave a mysterious smile, "What if I can help you be the first to resume production among all the mining areas? Besides, have you forgotten? Although there are many citizens here, these citizens can actually be replaced. Aren't all the individuals in the grassroots positions people from Starfire Town? Their families are all in Starfire Town. The headquarters of Purple Crystal Mining is currently dependent on me; if I choose to support you, who could reassign you?"
Yu Junren suddenly realized, "Indeed. Then, Ren, what do you want in return?"
"You already know the answer. Without the regulation of the network, and with most people here being our own, you can secretly allocate more ore and semi-finished products to me beyond the usual quota without anyone knowing."
"This... What exactly do you intend to do, Ren?"
"With potential chaos on the horizon, I'm just trying to gather more resources as a precaution. Let me show you something quietly. Look at what's inside my Red Blade Armor."
Yu Junren: "Alien Ore! When did you..."
Ren Zhong: "When I was still a weak Fourth Level professional, the alien ore fell into my hands. The Association knows about this too. They haven't done anything to me, have they? So even if the network is restored, and what we are doing today is exposed, I can handle it. It would only result in fines or compensation. You might even receive accolades from Purple Crystal Mining for deepening relations with me."
"Hmm..."
Yu Junren pondered for five full minutes, pacing back and forth in the office, finally gritting his teeth, "Alright!"
Ren Zhong grinned, "Before I came, I calculated the equipment at Chenhui Mine, determining that you'd need about thirty thousand First Level Crystal Chips, five thousand Second Level Crystal Chips, and six hundred Third Level Crystal Chips. I've brought them all over along with the airship. Are there enough programmers on your side? If not, I'll send over another two hundred students who recently received First Level programmer certifications from the Starfire branch of the Science College at Liao Yuan County. Your mine should be able to complete a comprehensive replacement and resume operations within three days at the latest."
"Thank you!"
After dealing with matters on Yu Junren's side, Ren Zhong and Ju Qingmeng returned to Starfire Town.
Ren Zhong waited for an unexpected guest.
In his office, he met Xiao Xingyue in a white cloak and Ying Hao, whose body was concealed in a black robe.
Ren Zhong motioned for the two to sit down, "Chairman, your timing is quite impeccable. You wouldn't be here just for the little issue at the weapons factory outside the town, would you?"
Ying Hao sighed slightly, "That's one of the reasons, but I also have other matters to discuss with you, a smart person, to hear your opinions."
Upon hearing this, Xiao Xingyue took initiative to move to the door and said, "I'll keep watch outside. Chairman, there are no surveillance devices in Ren's office, so you two can speak freely."
Ying Hao nodded.
Once the door closed, Ying Hao said, "Before you returned, I had already toured around Starfire Town, and Xiao Xingyue chatted with several of your core subordinates. I must admit, your control over the eleven towns under you is remarkable."
"Chairman, you're too kind."
"It's not flattery. Half a day ago, the West Hemisphere already warned us what could happen in this situation. Even if there isn't bloodshed, disorder is inevitable. Since this morning, the Eastern Hemisphere has practically replicated the West Hemisphere's situation. You should know that some towns in the vicinity of Yangsheng City are nearing loss of control. The other seven towns in Zhan Sha County where Chromium Carbon Town is located are also seeing a rise in chaos." 𝒇𝒓𝙚𝒆𝔀𝓮𝓫𝒏𝓸𝙫𝓮𝓵.𝓬𝙤𝙢
Ren Zhong: "The root cause actually traces back to the citizen system reform you recently promoted, Chairman. The desolate people and lower-level citizens still hold absolute confidence in the Association's authority, and are full of hope for the new system. After trouble arises, new commands fail to reach timely. The desolate have temporarily lost their regulation, and those with power will seize this moment to frantically grab resources, preparing for rapid ascension to citizen status after restoration, or revealing their fangs to quickly elevate their Citizen Level."
Ying Hao nodded, "Yes, that's where the problem lies. But in fact, I've already learned from Deep Communication Group that returning to the previous state in the short term is impossible. The network has collapsed. Our commands struggle to reach every ear swiftly at the grassroots level. Or rather, without surveillance, even if orders exist, they may not take effect."
Ren looked "shocked", widening his eyes and mouth, utterly horrified, "What! Impossible! That's absolutely impossible!"
Ying Hao: "Yet, it's all true. In just thirteen hours, unimaginable drastic changes have occurred on Source Star."
Ren Zhong covered his mouth, "Oh my God!"
