Chapter 125: A Novel and Exciting Experience

Hawk joined without a doubt, and after recruiting two young people with military backgrounds, the experiment officially began shortly after the equipment arrived.

For He Kui, who already had complete data in his mind, this was merely a formality, a demonstration for future buyers.

"Mineral crushing successful."

"Slurry preparation completed."

"Hydraulic separation... successful."

As each stage of the experiment was completed successfully by the prototype, the eyes of everyone who stayed after work to help He Kui grew brighter.

As Hoss had mentioned before, a few of the ten people still had little faith in He Kui.

After all, weapons and mineral purification were two entirely different technologies.

Naturally, even though He Kui had achieved remarkable success in weapons, he might not excel in minerals.

But now, He Kui had given them a harsh lesson in reality.

He proved that even in other fields, he could still create miracles.

"Congratulations, Director He!"

Seeing the flawless success of the experiment, everyone shared in the joy.

With success came dividends, and who wouldn't be happy about that?

And it only took a week—they had thought it would take at least a month.

"Congratulations to everyone as well, but there are still ongoing tests, so I'll need your help with those."

"No problem!"

Everyone's enthusiasm was unusually high, and seeing this, He Kui nodded to Hoss and then left the underground factory with Shi He.

In the self-driving car, neither Shi He nor He Kui were overly excited.

Shi He had been around He Kui long enough to be accustomed to his successes.

She had complete faith in He Kui's ability to succeed, a trust without reason.

While He Kui had to consider potential system errors, she did not.

"Now that the experiment's over, what are your plans?"

Shi He's question was exactly what He Kui was pondering.

He had two options: sell it himself, which would be troublesome with after-sales management like the new MS, or transfer the technology.

The first option meant big money; the second, fast money.

Before unlocking new abilities, He Kui would have chosen the first.

Slowly building a reputation and eventually making the company profitable sounded ideal.

But time was of the essence, and he needed money for various reasons now.

Moreover, money could quickly enhance his safety.

"I'll organize the information today and talk to Miss Lacus tomorrow."

"Alright."

Thinking about He Kui going to see Director Su tomorrow, Shi He leaned in, pressing her soft lips to He Kui's.

"We're still in the car," He Kui chuckled.

"The windows are tinted, and you enjoy this, don't you?"

Feeling his arousal, Shi He gave him a playful, knowing look.

That look was full of allure and provoked thoughts.

"Indeed."

He Kui didn't deny it, responding to Shi He's actions with increasing passion.

[Shi Ho Haneef has shared a novel and exciting experience with you.]

[Shi Ho Haneef's Favorability: 152]

[Experience Bonus: 7]

[Microcomponent Processing A-Level: (64073/100000)]

[Academic: Ultra-Compact Nuclear Fission Reactor I (3201/20000)]

[Unlocked Academic: Mirage Particle Fundamental Theory (0/10000)]

Seeing this new and intriguing entry, He Kui blinked in surprise.

He knew about Mirage Particles, the versatile particles of the SEED universe, with potential ranging from viruses to invisibility, beam shaping, and beam distortion.

He hadn't found a specific tech tree for Mirage Particles, so discovering it through Shi He was unexpected.

Even though Orb or the Atlantic Federation might have already researched it, knowing the fundamental theory was undoubtedly beneficial for the future.

Suppressing his excitement, He Kui felt invigorated as he arrived at Sulei's house the next day.

"You never seemed this happy even after completing a weapon."

Sulei remarked, puzzled by He Kui's demeanor.

"Really? Maybe because I can sell this, it feels good."

"Tch."

Hearing He Kui's carefree tone, Sulei didn't press further.

"I went over your materials last night. I think Lacus will buy it, but I don't know the price. That's up to you."

"Alright."

Seeing He Kui's frivolous expression turn serious, Sulei connected him with Lacus.

"Miss Lacus, long time no see."

"Director He, it has been a while~ I heard your new technology is complete?"

She blinked curiously at He Kui.

"Is it the project you took a loan for?"

"Yes."

"Well, Sulei mentioned it to me today. We can buy it. How does sixty million sound? Of course, you'd need to provide a year of training for after-sales support."

Lacus stated directly.

"No problem."

Sixty million was equivalent to the dividends he could earn in ten years, delivered in a lump sum.

However, he still had to repay the bank thirty million, and account for employee shares and daily operational costs.

After all deductions, he wouldn't have much left, but it would be enough to build the robot.

[Lacus Clyne's Favorability: 17]

"Then it's settled. I'm glad to work with you. We'll draft the contract soon."

Lacus exchanged a few more pleasantries before ending the call.

"You agreed too quickly."

Sulei said, exasperated, after the call ended.

"It's about right."

For convenience, he had to sell the technology either to the Clyne faction or the Zala faction.

The Zala faction already had his warship designs, which was a favor repaid. Plus, most of his designs at the Design Bureau ended up with them.

With Lacus, he could gain more favorability.

Thinking about becoming a millionaire, He Kui couldn't help but smile.

"By the way, I remember you wanted to improve computing power, right?"

Sulei interrupted He Kui's daydream.

"Yes."

He still needed a more powerful computer to continue AI system upgrades, and potentially enhance directed energy communication.

"Then as a company, you can apply for enterprise-level high-performance servers."

"I know."

He Kui's joy faded as he listened to Sulei.

Good high-end servers cost millions.

Electricity, cooling, and maintenance costs alone run into tens of thousands monthly.

Building a lightly bulletproof humanoid robot also costs millions.

Not to mention the radar receivers and advanced processing chips he needed to install.

It seemed even millions wouldn't be enough.

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