Chapter 273: Independent research and development

[Tl/n: Happy New Year Everyone!!]

"Elder Zeke is currently in retreat and cannot be contacted."

Prime Minister Deron shook his head.

"Can't be contacted?"

Marshal Legarda and Dean Gales looked at each other.

"Your Majesty, this matter is too important! If we can make perfect use of the space-opening properties of the Cube Energy, human interstellar travel is no longer an unattainable dream, and our kingdom will become part of history. It will be the first to visit the universe and starry sky!"

Dean Gales was in a hurry and said quickly, "Elder Zeke must know this! Is there no other way to contact him?"

The truth is so close at hand that Dean Gales refuses to give up.

He firmly believed that Zeke could take out the energy and tell them its extraordinary features. Indicating that Zeke knew the power in the Cube Energy could stimulate the characteristic of opening up a space.

Maybe he even has developed a method to open the designated space, but Zeke has not announced it.

And all of this can be solved as long as Zeke is found!

"It's useless. Zeke is developing new technologies. If he doesn't develop them well, he will not appear. There is no other way to contact him. The only way is to wait patiently for him to develop new technologies. Then, he will naturally come out."

There was a hint of helplessness in Grace's tone.

As the king of the Phoenix Kingdom, she should be in charge of everything. So they must come to her if she summons someone casually, whether they're an elder or an influential minister. But Zeke is an anomaly!

The current Zeke is more than just the second elder of the Phoenix Kingdom. His identity and status are already higher than that of the king.

As long as Zeke is willing, it is not difficult for him to set up his own country.

"This..."

Dean Gales and Marshal Legarda had expressions of disappointment on their faces when they heard this.

Finally, there is a major discovery that may change the history of human development and bring about significant changes in human science and technology civilization, but it stagnates because of a lack of contact with Zeke. Both of them are incredibly regretful.

"Dean Gales, with the kingdom's current level of technological research, can you develop this technology independently?"

Grace thought about it.

"Theoretically, yes, but because we don't know enough about the Cube Energy, it may take a long time for research and development, and the investment is huge."

Dean Gales said truthfully, "With the help of Elder Zeke, his knowledge and understanding of the Cube Energy, our research and development process can be greatly shortened!"

"Time and money are not a problem!"

Grace's eyes flashed, "I will give you full authority to handle this matter. The project to develop the Cube Energy will start immediately. The confidentiality level is the kingdom's 'special grade'! Marshal Legarda, the secret matter is up to you."

"Yes, Your Majesty!"

Marshal Legarda nodded in agreement.

"It must live up to His Majesty's high hopes!"

With the permission of Grace's funds and time, Dean Gales also has some confidence.

In terms of R&D strength, Phoenix Research Institute is not comparable to those world powers that are among the best in the world, but it is still a bit powerful. Dean Gales is a world-renowned authoritative professor and is only one step away from the famous Nobel Prize.

If this project can be successful, Dean Gales will be able to fulfill his long-cherished wish easily, and while winning the Nobel Prize, he will also be able to explore the mysteries of the universe.

Afterward, they chatted about the details for a while, and then Dean Gales and Marshal Legarda left.

"Your Majesty, do you want to surprise Elder Zeke?"

Prime Minister Deron made it clear that Grace supported the purpose of the study.

"I can't hide anything from you, Grandpa Deron."

The corners of Grace's mouth curled up, revealing a smug smile, "Zeke has shocked the whole world for so long. It's time for the kingdom to shock him!"

"If Elder Zeke sees the results, he will definitely be shocked."

Prime Minister Deron smiled.

Corresponding images had already emerged in their minds. Thinking of Zeke's startled expression, Grace couldn't help but cover her mouth and snicker.

"Hehe!"

At the same time, in the undersea base, Zeke, who was concentrating on researching and developing the mothership's entire driving and navigation system, suddenly sneezed.

"Did I catch a cold?"

"With such a strong physique, can I catch a cold?"

Zeke wiped his nose, didn't care, and looked up at the holographic floating window above his head.

"The DH356 steel plate has entered the furnace forging stage."

"C30 wall, in the shaping process."

"MMO87 weapon muzzle has been sculpted."

...

On the holographic floating window, rows of text information continued to emerge.

This is Jarvis' project progress report. To avoid letting this information disturb Zeke's thoughts, he deliberately asked Jarvis not to report to himself by voice but to scroll through text.

In this way, even without asking Jarvis, Zeke can clearly see how far the harvester mothership has been manufactured.

"The yield rate is not bad, but it's not high enough. In theory, it can reach a full 100% yield rate. However, even if there are practical factors, it must be at least 90%. Seventy-seven percent is too low! After I have developed the 17th in-depth program, I have to modify the specific parameters..."

While browsing the records, Zeke picked up the wine glass on the table and took a sip.

"Master!"

At this time, the laboratory door opened. Gael came over with two steaks and said with a smile, "Today is your favorite steak!"

"Great! I want to eat steak right now. You really know my taste best, Gael."

As soon as Zeke saw the steak, his stomach began to growl.

As the ground flipped, a dining table emerged, and the two sat together for a warm meal.

The surrounding scene suddenly changed and turned into a real-time city night scene. The two were eating steak in the open-air restaurant of a high-rise building while enjoying the breeze blowing. There were guests and servers around as if the two were really in the restaurant.

Like a western restaurant.

Zeke specially designed this for Gael. He is a big man and can endure loneliness, but women always need to create a little romance by accident.

"Master, look! Everyone around you is using the super phone you invented!"

Zeke glanced at it, and sure enough, almost all the customers in the restaurant had a shiny square wafer in their hands.