Chapter 278: Build a Megastructure! Choose a Governor! Expand the Trade Circle!

Chapter 278: Build a megastructure! Choose a governor! Expand the trade circle! Prepare for war!

Reach in the Halo universe.

At the same time when all the core executives of the UNSC were escorted to the headquarters of Night City, Reach, far away in the four star systems of Tianyuan, finally returned to the camp of the Universal Corporation.

Looking at this dazzling earth-like planet from outer space, it can be found that its defense array in the near-Earth orbit is no less than that of the human mother planet - Earth.

Under the unified transformation of the Universal Corporation, the near-Earth orbit defense lines of Reach and Earth have been equipped with the same hard-light main guns as the Sojourner Dreadnought.

This ultra-high-power hard-light railgun is usually charged by the nuclear fusion reactor on the line, and is maintained daily by the staff of various departments.

In addition, there are 10 large nuclear fusion power plants on the surface of Reach, which provide uninterrupted energy for the defense line by wireless transmission.

In addition, all the dockyards on Reach, under the arrangement of the giant enterprise, have uniformly suspended the construction of old warships and switched to building the warship models of the giant enterprise.

From frigates to destroyers, these conventional ships have all undergone a series of hybridization and transformation, with hard light main guns added to the weapon system and the engine device added to the Sojourner's jump equipment.

Whether a warship is powerful enough depends mainly on two indicators, the first is whether the main gun is strong, and the second is whether the engine is fast.

Up to now, the hard light main gun of the Forerunner civilization is the shipborne weapon system with the least energy loss and the greatest power among the existing giant guns of the giant enterprise, without a doubt!

Although it is not as good as the light spear bombardment of the [War Moon] giant structure, the hard light gun is better in applicability, so most of the warships of the Universal Giant Enterprise will be equipped with this main gun device.

And the engine device of the Sojourner Dreadnought is even more amazing!

This thing's jump capability reaches 24 hours of sustainable navigation for nearly 3,000 light years, which is a navigation capability that completely beats the existing Infinity-class aircraft carriers of the giant company.

The engine of the Sojourner is the same brand as the Infinity-class, but the difference in quality is probably the difference between a "regular large factory" and a "OEM workshop".

The difference is definitely not that big, but it is obvious that the performance of the former is better than the latter.

As for the "hyperspace engine" device developed by the Universal Giant Company, it is still at the level of barely catching up with the Infinity-class engine.

Now that there is a better Sojourner engine, the various main battleships of the giant company have basically been replaced with a new device, but the research department of the giant company will not stop the research and development of the hyperspace engine because of this.

Although it is good to get something for free, the upper limit of the self-developed engine is higher. When the hyperspace engine technology matures, the battleships of the giant company can be several times faster than before!

Unfortunately, the current stage of the Universal Corporation is in urgent need of manpower in the scientific research team. Even if it has absorbed the cutting-edge scientific research members from five universes, it is still a bit stretched.

Relying on the wisdom of humans and AI alone is not enough to quickly promote the technological development of the Universal Corporation. The Universal Corporation needs a smarter "brain"!

In addition, Dr. Halsey has taken away a group of scientific research teams and stayed on the Ark for a long time to try to control and crack all the mysteries of the Ark.

Therefore, they have no time to take care of other scientific research projects of the Universal Corporation.

In addition, the Universal Corporation has just inherited the think tank of the Forerunners. In order to fully understand the scientific and technological knowledge in the think tank, a large number of top scientific researchers are needed.

Therefore, the scientific hub of the Universal Corporation will declare a staff shortage and recruit more scientific and technological talents.

Of course, the most important scientific research project of the Universal Corporation at present is to reverse crack the technology of the Forerunners and decipher all the contents of the think tank.

Controllable flood virus, highly automated Sojourner dreadnought, 100,000 light-year portal, and Ark device...

Even the [neurophysics] that controls all physical knowledge!

In short, self-developed technology is definitely not as fast as free technology.

If you don't take what God gives you, you will suffer the consequences.

Since there are a lot of ready-made advanced technology points in front of the giant company, of course, the priority is to transform all these technologies into actual productivity.

As long as the world giant company can fully understand the information in the think tank and master the pioneer's supreme skills [neurophysics].

By then, the research department of the giant company can even play various microscopic "true micro-manipulation" research in the "Halo" universe.

For example, disassemble the most basic molecular structure and change it into another unstable form to create a particle strike weapon with annihilation effect.

Or change the property structure of a natural crystal stone and strengthen its hardness by tens of thousands of times, making the most common and most common substances indestructible!

Mastering the entire content of [Neurophysics] may also help the scientific research department of the giant company to derive the supreme skill of the main universe [Grand Unified Theory].

After all, using every scientific and technological knowledge and principle, to put it simply, is to use formulas to solve math problems.

No matter which solution is used, they all lead to the same "correct answer" in the end.

It is definitely not as good as directly applying the formula and substituting it into the calculation to get the answer by racking your brains to derive the formula and then solve the problem.

This is the most efficient, convenient and successful path.

In addition, the location of other Forerunner ruins points, as well as the coordinates of other shield worlds and Halo devices, have been recorded in detail in the transmission matrix of the Earth in "Halo".

The Universal Corporation only needs to send additional survey teams and armed forces to the destination, and it can obtain a large number of weapons and practical scientific and technological equipment.

This is the joy of being a "rich second generation" in the interstellar world, with full-level equipment and top-notch warships, without relying on killing monsters to get gold coins, or grinding dungeons, and even without using a hack.

It all depends on good luck to pick up along the way!

At this stage, the Universal Corporation has already possessed some of the technological capabilities of the Forerunner civilization, such as building the Sojourner engine and the hard light main gun.

The dockyards parked in various places in the low-Earth orbit of Reach are constantly transforming warships.

All Paris-class and Valiant-class frigates and cruisers are included, and even conventional support boats and old-fashioned aircraft carriers will be replaced with the latest weapons and engine modifications.

After all, the Universal Corporation needs sufficient maritime transport power to deploy a large number of ground troops, carrier-based aircraft formations, and war materials to the war zone.

With an interstellar battlefield as large as the Halo universe, the giant companies don't need to worry about overcapacity at all, just build it as much as they can.

...

On the ground of Reach at this time!

The capital city of New Alexandria, which is in the daytime, is particularly charming and attractive under the soft light of the stars.

As the shining pearl of the human beings in Halo, Reach is impeccable in terms of functionality and ornamental value.

Ready-made advanced factories can be put into use at any time.

Carefully built garden areas are scattered around the city and can be viewed by tourists and pedestrians at any time.

The giant companies of the world can pick up ready-made facilities and use them. There is no need to build new factories or other large equipment.

In the center of the commercial street at the third ring road of the city, the holographic playback screen arranged at the main entrance of the large shopping mall is broadcasting the live broadcast of the "Universe Daily Channel".

On the right side of the live broadcast screen, there is a male and female host in formal attire. They are Stanley and Gillian, the hottest hosts in the media department of the giant company.

Gillian, who originally worked at "N54 News", became famous for her unexpected interview in the 003 "Edge of Tomorrow" universe, and quickly became the top media lady. Her current status is equal to Stanley.

In the center of the screen, there is a vast star field. Under the busyness of countless engineering ships, a dazzling neutron star is flashing.

That's right, this eye-catching megastructure is the [Quantum Slingshot] under construction. The establishment point of the megastructure is located in a desolate galaxy in the 004 "Halo" universe.

The Hextech robots, engineering ships, and tens of thousands of Forerunner sentinels and builders scattered on the engineering buildings all indicate that this huge project has not yet been completed.

At this moment, Stanley's excited voice came out from the giant screen: "Hello! Dear audience, today we are fortunate to have been approved by the Universal Giant Enterprise to enter the unfinished quantum slingshot megastructure site!"

"Behind me is the magical quantum slingshot megastructure. This big guy is a technological miracle built on a neutron star or pulsar."

"I think you must have played with slingshots when you were young. Imagine that a fully charged naval fleet, through the magical pulse power, will fly tens of thousands of light years away in an instant!"

"At present, the person in charge of the engineering department of the Universal Giant Enterprise has stated that it is expected to be officially put into use in a thousand Earth days, that is, three years later."

"In addition, there is a new megastructure that is also being started. Its name is a bit similar to the Dyson Sphere. You may as well guess it..."

Just as Stanley was tirelessly introducing the giant enterprise's megastructure project, David, Rita, Cage and others were sitting in a luxurious Chinese restaurant on this commercial street.

They enjoyed the cool breeze of the central air conditioner and ate seafood noodles, fresh meat dumplings, tenderloin and other delicacies in front of them.

The holographic TV in the restaurant lobby had switched to the live broadcast of the "Universal Daily Channel" on the giant screen outside.

At this moment, the report in the live broadcast had been replaced by the final result report of the selection of the interstellar governor.

The interstellar governor of the main universe - Li Ang, executive of the Universal Corporation.

001 The interstellar governor of the "Underworld" universe - controlled by AI Sif, AI Ott, and AI Catherine.

002 The interstellar governor of the "Pacific Rim" universe - former Night City Mayor Lucius Lane.

003 The interstellar governor of the "Edge of Tomorrow" universe - V, head of the development department of the giant enterprise and commander of the Iron Hands.

As for the latest 004 interstellar governor of the "Halo" universe, it fell on Morgan Blackhand, the naval marshal of the Universal Corporation.

In fact, Li Ang had already planned to select Morgan Blackhand as the new interstellar governor, but it was only officially announced now.

Then, the "Universal Daily Channel" also mentioned the information points of "megastructure construction" and "expanding the influence of the universal trade circle".

The head of the giant enterprise responsible for convening this press conference was Song Zhaomei from the strategic department. The core content she stated at the press conference was actually the following four points-

First, the Universal Giant Enterprise is in its heyday, so why not build some megastructures? This time we are going to build two megastructures in one go, and all of them will be completed within three years and officially put into use. Isn't it awesome!

Second, the Universal Giant Enterprise will officially establish an interstellar governor from now on. From now on, every time a new universe is completed, a governor will be selected to work.

The selection of the governor will be rotated from time to time, and the term of office is not fixed. It all depends on the mood of the executive officer Li Ang. In short, the boss has the final say!

Article 3: The universal trade circle will expand to all heavens and universes. Civilized species in each universe can "do business" (be harvested) with giant companies and exchange what they have (kneel down and be dogs).

Except for the Prophet and the Jiralhanae who are in contact with the Allied Forces of the World, these two civilized species have been blacklisted and are being forcibly removed physically.

Article 4: A new struggle is about to begin again!

The top executive has spoken. Three years later, the star gate will open again. This time we will continue to grow bigger and stronger and create greater glory. Gun in hand, follow me!

Starting today, it has officially returned to a state of war preparation, and all departments of the giant company are working hard to prepare for trouble.

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Looking at the news broadcast on the holographic screen, William Cage, as a member of the system, immediately realized the meaning of Song Zhaomei's expression.

He couldn't help but smile bitterly, shook his head and sighed softly: "We have only had less than half a month's rest. We thought we could have a long vacation of a year and a half, but we didn't expect that we would have to resume training again."

Cage recalled all the contributions he had made in the "Halo" universe in the past three years, and couldn't help but feel a little dazed for a moment.

From an ordinary philistine executive who was looked down upon by others, to a Spartan warrior commander with outstanding achievements, it only took him more than three years to complete his self-reinvention.

It's a pity that before William Cage wanted to indulge himself and lay down to rest for a few days, Leon, the executive of a giant company in the world, started a new strategic plan.

Three years later, still at the old place, the headquarters of the Ten Thousand Realms Base, they will cross the star gate and head to a new unknown territory.

Before officially returning to daily training, the legionnaires from various departments of the giant companies at the rear were all given a week's long vacation.

David, Rita, Cage and others took advantage of this opportunity to form a group to travel to Reach and relax.

After all, once they are officially put into training, they must be on alert at all times to respond to the upcoming operations in the sky at any time, or join the expeditionary force to participate in the war to unite the Star Alliance.

Although the overall situation of the "Halo" universe has long been decided, the war situation on the Covenant side is not completely over yet. The big battle is over, but there are still small battles popping up from time to time.

Therefore, no one among the generals of the various legions and battle groups of the Development Department dared to truly relax.

But at this moment, Cage didn't think too much about it. He finally got a short vacation. Of course, he wanted to enjoy this rare moment of leisure.

Who knows if I can come back alive next time, continue to be promoted to a higher position, and take another vacation to show off.

"Why, are you thinking of retiring now and working as a small coach in the rear area, and then go to the entertainment area to enjoy yourself after training the new recruits? Where are you now? The hard days are still long."

Rita's tone was as iceberg beauty as ever, while drinking the lime soda at the table, she was teasing her old comrade calmly.

"I don't dare to take a complete rest. Since you want to join the Ace Advance Team, I have to follow you."

Cage looked at Rita, who looked indifferent, and responded with a smile.

Although Rita is usually a little indifferent to people, if you get along with her for a long time, you will find that she is actually very easy to get along with. She only has work in her eyes and will not have other bad thoughts about her colleagues.

The classic office trio of backstabbing, bad-mouthing, and intentionally causing trouble doesn't exist here at all with Rita.

It will be much easier to get along with such pure employees.

"It sounds like you are interested in me. Will you follow me wherever I am?"

Rita put down the lime soda in her hand and looked directly at Cage with her calm and beautiful eyes. She asked him straightforwardly.

David, who was actively working on the meal, enjoyed watching this scene. Who would refuse to have a lively little theater while eating?

"Ha! The main reason is that we get along well. Since we work together so well, there is no need to change partners. For example, if we continue to work with the boss, we can both rise step by step."

William Cage's words simultaneously affirmed Rita's ability to work and expressed her loyalty to her boss David.

I heard David Martinez giving this kid a thumbs up in his heart. With Cage's cleverness, progress will be a matter of time!

Faced with Rita's slightly "ambiguous" rhetorical question, it was certainly impossible for Cage to follow the other person's words and directly state that he was indeed interested in her.

Because as Rita's old partner, Cage knew very well that once he really took the opportunity to express his love, Rita would say to him mercilessly in the next second -

"I'm not interested in you."

Um……

Rita is such a cold and ruthless iceberg beauty. I am afraid that no man except Leon, the executive of a giant company, can touch her heart.

After all, in Rita's mind, progress is the most important, and work comes first!