Chapter 22 Xuanwu Plan

"He Xingzhou's conception is indeed grand!" Kong Qing was the first to praise, and he said, "Although it seems difficult to execute, let's all give it some thought."

"If the threat from the Insect Race is as massive as He Xingzhou described, our other means might be difficult to cope with. The Steel Great Wall plan could serve as a contingency! What does everyone think?"

By saying this, he was actually tactfully rejecting the proposal to avoid dampening He Xingzhou's enthusiasm.

After all, He Xingzhou's plan was challenging the impossible for humanity, and everyone still lacked confidence and morale in it.

But they did not dismiss it outright, Cui Weimin nodded and said: "I think it's feasible. To address the disaster of the Insect Race, we need multiple plans in parallel."

"This Steel Great Wall and the planetary fortress plans can be contingency options, we could start with a pilot test!"

Qin Peng had no objections either, he said: "In the face of such an unknown disaster, it's natural to have more plans the better! My opinion is the same as He Hongwei's; I very much agree with the planetary fortress plan!"

The others also expressed their positions one after another, unanimously believing that the plans to establish military bases and refuge cities were feasible; the Steel Great Wall plan could currently only serve as a contingency, undertaking small-scale pilot projects.

He Xingzhou took the opportunity to say: "Then I hope to obtain certain resources to conduct related technology research."

Kong Qing nodded and said: "There is no harm in trying, as for the specific operations, we can discuss further."

"Now let's start discussing the various plans, brainstorming for the best solutions," announced Kong Qing.

The crowd began to debate, offering a multitude of opinions.

"I think we should inform the international community, to unite the strength of the whole world to resist the disaster of the Insect Race!" someone suggested.

"I disagree!" A foreign relations expert stood up and said: "The countries of the world are not as united as we imagine, once such a doomsday disaster occurs."

"They will not only fail to unite, but they will also restrict each other, attack each other! They might even claim we are spreading rumors and not take our warnings seriously."

"You're right!" Cui Weimin spoke, "A previous global disaster has shown us how great the divergences among the world's nations can be!"

"When disaster strikes, they scramble for strategic supplies, survival goods, medical materials! Imposing sanctions, creating friction! They will also repeatedly target us!"

"Currently, the Insect Race disaster is still just our conjecture, they won't believe it!"

"Our primary task is to protect the Huaxia people, so at this stage, it is inappropriate to make it public. But we may call on countries to pay attention to environmental protection and research on mutant creatures."

"If they truly pay attention to these issues, they will inevitably discover the matters concerning Insect Race genetics and take measures!"

"The actual announcement should wait until we can be certain that the disaster of the Insect Race will occur."

"If announced rashly, some might even react desperately, possibly triggering wars!"

"Director Cui is right," several key leaders expressed their agreement, "Now is not the time to disclose this matter! Announcing it now will only make our preparations more difficult!"

"Fine, then let's establish a charter. The Insect Race crisis will become an SSS-class top-level classified mission, no one is allowed to disclose it without permission!"

"Once we can confirm that this matter will inevitably occur, we will then make it public!" Kong Qing said, and the secretary beside him recorded this in the charter.

"Furthermore, we need to utilize our foreign exchange reserves to purchase supplies from abroad on a large scale! Especially the various raw materials required for infrastructure construction!" the experts once again advised, "We need to establish a dedicated organization to handle this, to avoid unnecessary economic issues!"

"Focus on research and development; without innovation in science and technology, we cannot talk about confronting the crisis!"

"Set up a project team to execute different plans. For such an apocalyptic crisis, relying on a single plan won't work! Everyone and everything must pave the way for this plan!"

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The discussion of this meeting went on for a full three days!

In these three days, many academicians and experts grew hoarse, their eyes ringed with dark circles as they refined the plans progressively.

During this time, He Xingzhou was continuously involved; the opinions from these national elites greatly inspired him, prompting further improvement of his plan.

As for school matters, the school directly granted him a long vacation.

Although students were still curious about what exactly He Xingzhou was up to, not a single person knew the truth. His roommates were also reminded by school teachers not to talk or speculate carelessly.

Three days later, the meeting was convened again.

Kong Qing, as the meeting facilitator, announced: "Ladies and gentlemen, after several days of discussion, we have obtained several viable plans."

"These include establishing specialized troops, military bases; stockpiling supplies, building and transforming shelters; technological R&D, overcoming biological technology; international exchanges, and so on, including a contingency Steel Great Wall plan."

"We will give these plans a codename called the 'Xuanwu Plan'! Xuanwu is the name of a divine beast in our country, representing longevity and steadfast defense. The Xuanwu Plan is to protect the people of Huaxia and fend off the harms of the Insect Race!"

"The Xuanwu Plan will become one of Huaxia's highest strategic initiatives; the Xuanwu Executive Officer in charge can use all of Huaxia's resources! Economic, military, scientific and even political forces and international powers!"

"The Xuanwu Executive Officer will also become the country's top secret person, possessing the highest level of security and executive authority! The codename will be 'Xuanwu Executive Officer'!"

"Now, we need to select a few Xuanwu Executive Officers to lead and carry out the Xuanwu Plan!"

"Everyone may either volunteer or nominate reliable candidates! As long as more than half of the people agree, they can be approved!"

"Let's begin!"

After Kong Qing finished speaking, everyone started to ponder.

One could say, the Xuanwu Executive Officer would bear an unprecedented national responsibility, requiring both intelligence and leadership!

Any decision they make might affect the fate of the entire nation!

Even though those present were the cream of the crop, talented national pillars, none would easily claim the confidence to take on such a heavy responsibility!

"I'll start," Qin Peng said, "As a military man, protecting the country is our sacred duty!"

"I agree!" Kong Qing was the first to raise his hand.

"I agree too!" Cui Weimin also raised his hand.

"Having General Qin Peng as the Xuanwu Executive Officer is indeed an appropriate choice!" Leaders, experts, and academicians raised their hands in agreement, passing with unanimous approval.

"Good, the first Xuanwu Executive Officer has been born, General Qin Peng!" Kong Qing announced, "Let's continue; I also nominate myself as the second Xuanwu Executive Officer, as I can coordinate and oversee scientific research."

"Mr. Kong becoming a Xuanwu Executive Officer is also expected by the consensus!" Naturally, nobody objected, and he too was unanimously approved.

"My turn," said Cui Weimin, "I can coordinate various departments to assist with our plan's execution, including handling some international affairs."

Quickly, he too passed the vote for Xuanwu Executive Officer unanimously.

"The Xuanwu Executive Officers cannot be just the three of us!" Kong Qing said, "The three of us will be responsible for liaising with the various departments; the actual tasks must be implemented by key individuals. So please continue!"