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"Wonderful, it's truly wonderful!" A group of middle-aged and elderly people dressed in Zhongshan suits gathered around a large machine, holding various documents and images while watching. Relevant information was also projected on the big screen.
The crystal originally from Shuiyuan Village had been removed and sent to a desert base in the Tarim Basin, designated as Base 2036. This site primarily researched supersonic aircraft and engines, and it was also a major base for nuclear testing and new energy research in the country. Therefore, when the 'Light Bulb' from Shuiyuan Village was discovered to be a new energy usage model, it was immediately transported here.
"How is it possible for something to operate continuously for tens of thousands of years without any issues?"
"Can we take it apart to have a look?"
"The energy contained within it is equivalent to hundreds of nuclear bombs, enough to blow the entire base sky high. Who would dare to take it apart? Besides, this thing is incredibly precious; many old-timers are fighting over it. There are only a few of them. If I hadn't begged and pleaded, I wouldn't have managed to get one back. So you all better be careful!"
"What kind of crystal is this? It doesn't seem to be made of any known material; there are even metallic bonds inside. Is this some kind of metal? Every atom is meticulously arranged—perfect, unimaginable!"
"Report to the Deputy Commander; there was a test report done previously!"
"Then what are you waiting for? Hurry up and bring it over for me to see!"
"It can withstand temperatures above twenty thousand degrees Celsius, has poor thermal conductivity, can isolate internal high temperatures, has decent hardness, good ductility, and is lightweight. Was this thing artificially created? Who would use such materials and energy to make a Light Bulb? This is more outrageous than putting a nuclear reactor and a spacecraft engine into a Light Bulb!"
"Aliens would!"
"We must immediately start research. If we can understand its mysteries, it could advance materials science and new energy by hundreds of years. This is the future development trend; breaking out of the Solar System is definitely not a dream. By the way, how did you discover this thing? Make sure to clarify all related information for me. Wow, this technology is simply on another level compared to ours; we can't even begin our research!"
"I feel like we're a group of prehistoric apes observing a Spaceship; we can't understand anything at all!"
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The study looked the same as before, but Bai Yujing checked and found that it had been tampered with. Some documents in several folders were slightly disarranged; previously, Bai Yujing had aligned them neatly and secured them tightly.
Bai Yujing adjusted the camera and played back the footage. Previously, when Bai Yujing had someone clear out the surveillance equipment and listening devices in the room, he had also purchased a set of equipment to install in the villa. Although his installation skills were not very professional, he didn't feel comfortable having someone else do it.
Bai Yujing continuously fast-forwarded through the footage but found that there were no issues in the scenes captured. The images from several cameras indicated that no one had ever entered the villa. Bai Yujing frowned; it was impossible. He was certain that someone had definitely come in.
After watching it repeatedly, he finally noticed something odd. The footage from today seemed identical to that from two days ago. Had it been overwritten? This meant that his installed cameras had surely been discovered by someone.
"Professional work!" The first person who came to mind was Ma Dong. This guy seemed to have been quite unlucky lately; Li Hao had vented his anger on him. As the young master of Shanshui International Group, it wouldn't be too difficult for him to create trouble for someone trying to survive in such a tight spot. Was he trying to retaliate against me again?
Bai Yujing checked the house again, especially the safe that was welded into the wall of the master bedroom. He discovered that some cash, two antiques, a pendant, and several important items were all still there, which relieved him. Nothing else was missing from the room, including the three hundred dollars he had hidden under the teapot in the living room.
Not seeking wealth is what makes this situation truly terrifying. It seemed that the other party had bigger plans; small treasures like gold and antiques couldn't entice them. Bai Yujing felt that Ma Dong and his two lackeys certainly weren't so noble-minded; just the antiques in the safe would be enough to attract them.
At that moment, the doorbell rang. Bai Yujing rushed downstairs and opened the door to find Hu Ying and Qian Jia, whom he had met before. Right, it wasn't just Ma Dong; they could also be involved. At this moment, Bai Yujing felt very complicated; using a somewhat clichéd phrase, it seemed like he had been drawn into a whirlpool.
Hu Ying walked into Bai Yujing's home, looking around: "Mr. Bai, not bad! I dream of having a house like this. Oh wow, there's even a swimming pool! That must not be cheap!"
Bai Yujing immediately replied, "This is my publisher's editor-in-chief's house. He was in a hurry to sell it, so I bought it at a reasonable price."
"Listen to that! What a grand statement! Even if it's not expensive, it must be at least twenty or thirty million!" Hu Ying said to Qian Jia behind her. Compared to the somewhat stiff Qian Jia, Hu Ying appeared more lively and didn't quite match Bai Yujing's expectations of personnel from special departments; weren't they supposed to be dressed in black suits, capable of anything from assassination to explosions?
Bai Yujing glanced at Hu Ying and decided to ask directly: "I wonder if Mr. Hu and Miss Qian came by my house this morning?"
Hu Ying's expression remained unchanged, but her eyes shifted slightly: "What do you mean by that, Mr. Bai?"
Bai Yujing said: "Someone entered my room, but nothing valuable was taken; only the door to my study was opened, and all the documents and materials inside were tampered with. When I checked the cameras, I found that the footage had already been overwritten with previous images—there's nothing visible."
"Can you show me?" Hu Ying pondered for a moment and said to Bai Yujing with a serious expression.
Bai Yujing also looked at Hu Ying's face; this was a test. It would be better to speak directly rather than beat around the bush. If it was something they did, he could probe a bit. If it wasn't, informing them could help keep an eye on the matter.
Hu Ying checked and said, "There seems to be an issue with your camera installation. It's directly connected to the internet, which means hackers can easily break in and observe your surroundings through this home camera. I suggest you switch to an independent system that overwrites data periodically; it's much safer."
"It has indeed been tampered with. Someone has installed a backdoor on your computer. Show me your phone!"
"The intruder came in through the backyard window, likely climbing up from the lake in the park along the stone wall," Qian Jia informed Hu Ying after taking a look.
The two of them turned around, inspecting the place, turning what Bai Yujing once thought was a safe home into a sieve. It felt like there was a ghost in the house watching them; others could come and go as they pleased, and they were being monitored twenty-four hours a day, even knowing how many times they went to the bathroom in a day.
When you go online, they watch you through the camera; when you play on your phone, they also watch you through the camera. Even if you feel like having some private time, well, they are quietly enjoying that from the shadows. What a sour feeling.
After finishing his inspection, Hu Ying's expression became serious. It seemed Bai Yujing had already confirmed that someone was keeping an eye on him. Who it was remained uncertain, but Bai Yujing had already attracted attention from his organization. The crucial point was that the glowing crystals unearthed in Shuiyuan Village had been identified as related to a new energy source, which had garnered significant attention from relevant leaders. Thus, Hu Ying's responsibilities had increased.
This visit to Bai Yujing was also to gather more information and to entrust him with some tasks. He hadn't expected that shortly after contacting Bai Yujing, he would already be under surveillance by someone who didn't seem ordinary. Hu Ying quickly connected many dots but decided to sit down and talk with Bai Yujing first.
"We will investigate what Mr. Bai mentioned later; please rest assured, Mr. Bai. By the way, what has Mr. Bai been busy with lately?" Hu Ying said while descending the stairs.
"Please sit down; don't be polite. Recently, I've mainly been busy with matters related to the publishing house and my own company—nothing much, just some random tinkering!" Bai Yujing invited them to take a seat and immediately prepared to bring out some tea leaves. However, Qian Jia suggested drinks would suffice, so Bai Yujing took two cans of Coke and Sprite from the fridge.
Hu Ying complimented him, saying, "That's not random tinkering at all! I've read Mr. Bai's books; I'm actually one of your fans!"
Bai Yujing smiled and replied, "I truly don't deserve such praise!"
“Mr. Bai previously mentioned something about Atlantis. I reported it to the higher-ups, and they are taking it very seriously. I wonder if Mr. Bai has any new findings or thoughts?” Hu Ying asked pointedly.
Bai Yujing glanced at the two of them and nodded, “It’s not really a significant finding; I’ve only uncovered a slight clue. I might be heading to Japan soon, but it feels quite aimless. Finding the real Atlantis is incredibly difficult; clues are still just clues, with truths mixed in with lies!”
Hu Ying immediately replied, “Mr. Bai is being too modest. Your progress has already exceeded our expectations. While we were still in the dark, you managed to find clues. May I ask why Mr. Bai wants to find Atlantis?”
Bai Yujing said, “To be honest, I’m someone with little ambition. For me, my current life is already quite satisfying; what’s left are just some spiritual pursuits. Treasure hunting and exploration were dreams of mine when I was a child. Besides, am I not a Traveler and a Treasure Hunter? Engaging in such activities suits my identity!”
“Then does Mr. Bai have any interest in collaborating with us?” Hu Ying finally stated her purpose.
“You want me to join you!” Bai Yujing was somewhat taken aback; he didn’t want to get involved with such large national organizations.
Qian Jia couldn’t hold back any longer: “You’re thinking too highly of yourself. Do you think our organization is one you can just join? With your background, you wouldn’t even pass the screening!”
Bai Yujing felt a bit awkward, but Hu Ying came to his rescue: “We understand Mr. Bai’s concerns. This is just a personal idea of mine. In this collaboration, I can provide Mr. Bai with maximum information sharing and support, and after Mr. Bai finds Atlantis, we only need those things that are useful to the country. Do you understand?”
“I think I understand.”
“So what’s your decision?”
“I agree!” Bai Yujing responded decisively. He understood clearly that even if he found something, it would only amount to some gold and silver treasures at most. The true value of Atlantis wasn’t that; it would be better to benefit his own country rather than let others take advantage of it. After all, getting something he couldn’t use or obtain in exchange for a certificate to hang on the wall and show off wouldn’t be bad either!
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