Chapter 23: The Executive and the Whistleblower

"I nominate myself!" the military scientist He Hongwei stood up and said, "In the fight against the Insect Race, advanced military weapons are indispensable. I am the person in charge of this aspect, so I nominate myself to become a Xuanwu Executive Officer."

"Vote!" Everyone began to vote, and He Hongwei was elected with 80 percent of the votes.

"I nominate Academician Song Jinhong!" one Academician said, "Academician Song Jinhong is an expert in Biology and has very insightful views on genetic research. We can't do without him in researching the genes of the Insect Race!"

"Academician Song, what do you think?" Kong Qing asked.

"The nation needs me, I must take responsibility!" Song Jinhong stated gravely.

"Good, let's begin voting!"

With a vote rate of 83 percent, Song Jinhong also became a member of the Xuanwu Executive Officers.

"There can be at most three more Xuanwu Executive Officers," Kong Qing said. "Too many people will be detrimental to command and carrying out tasks!"

"I nominate myself!" the sociologist Lv Mei stood up and said, "With disaster comes social upheaval. I can lead people to prepare in advance and handle the logistics work!"

"Begin voting!"

Lv Mei's vote rate also exceeded 80 percent.

Thus, six Xuanwu Executive Officers had been elected!

He Xingzhou did think about nominating himself, but he knew that his experience was too limited, and the plans he proposed were too exaggerated. He estimated that it would be very difficult to pass.

No one else made any further nominations or self-nominations because these six people could almost lead the several important aspects of the Xuanwu Plan.

"Alright, the election of Xuanwu Executive Officers is now concluded! In the future, if there are plan changes, or for other reasons, the Xuanwu Executive Officers may also be replaced," Kong Qing said. "Does anyone have any further comments or suggestions?"

"I do! I would like to establish a Whistleblower's Scientific Research Institute in the capacity of a whistleblower for the Insect Race crisis and participate in the Xuanwu Plan," He Xingzhou stood up.

"I was originally planning to assign you to Academician Song's team. He Xingzhou, do you mean you want to go solo?" Kong Qing asked.

All eyes turned toward him, with a hint of skepticism in their gaze. Although He Xingzhou was a whistleblower, he was too young, whereas the other Xuanwu Executive Officers were all over forty! Mature, stable, with a wealth of experience!

And He Xingzhou, even if a genius, was still just a student. Could he shoulder such a heavy responsibility?

He Xingzhou knew what everyone was thinking and said, "Esteemed seniors, I know I am young and lack experience, and it's normal for you to have some doubts about my capabilities."

"Here, I want to share my reasons with all of you!"

"First, I am one of the people with the utmost understanding of the Insect Race's genes and biology! So, my participation in the plan can better tailor prevention measures or develop corresponding weapons against the Insect Race!"

"I am fully capable of leading a separate team to research the Insect Race's genetic information independently, working in parallel with Academician Song's team, yielding more fruitful results!"

Academician Song Jinhong nodded and said, "Student He Xingzhou's understanding of the Insect Race's genes is indeed superior to ours. The model of genetic evolution of the Insect Race he established is now an important reference tool for us!"

No one objected to this point.

"Second, other Executives already have their specific task plans, while the alternate plan, the Iron Wall Plan, doesn't have a dedicated Executive to execute it."

"This plan is also very important. I have a complete plan for it, and if I lead the team, we can push this plan forward the fastest."

"If the plans of the other Executives proceed even more smoothly, that's naturally better, but if things don't develop favorably, we still have an alternate option to consider!"

"The two reasons above are why I'm self-nominating. I have the confidence to take on this responsibility. If I were to execute it, I would only need a small portion of funds and resources. Please believe in me, esteemed seniors! I am also willing to contribute to the protection of our motherland!"

He Xingzhou intended to first secure some resources and then gradually prove his capability, eventually becoming the new Xuanwu Executive Officer to truly implement his own plans!

After He Xingzhou finished speaking, the crowd fell into contemplation.

Kong Qing pondered for a while before saying, "Your suggestion is sensible. In fact, we have been discussing your wish to lead your own team for research in the past few days."

"Our opinions are divided; some support it while others oppose it. Let's put it to a vote and see what everyone thinks."

This time, the approval wasn't as unanimous as before; people were wondering whether a university student truly had the capacity to take on such a task.

The first person to raise their hand was Song Jinhong, who said, "I agree with He Xingzhou leading his own team. As long as He Xingzhou can further progress in the research of the Insect Race's genetics, it will be a significant leap forward for us!"

"For this, providing him with a certain amount of resources is feasible!"

With Song Jinhong's raise of a hand, some biology experts also raised theirs in agreement. They were more focused on He Xingzhou's research report on the genetics of the Insect Race, rather than his Steel Wall or planetary fortress plans.

"I also agree!" A highly respected old Academician from the Engineering Academy stood up and said, "I have been carefully examining his Steel Wall plan these past days, and I realize if the situation indeed escalates beyond our control, perhaps the Steel Wall will become a staunch bulwark protecting Huaxia!"

"Since he is so keen to try, let him have a go at it. A small-scale trial won't consume too many resources, and we can send experts to research alongside him."

"In these extraordinary times, we must utilize talent without sticking to conventions."

"Elder Bai is in favor!" A few more Academicians cast their votes in agreement.

"Although Comrade Little He is young, his courage and resolution are admirable, and I fully support him!" Qin Peng also expressed his support.

Gradually, more people voiced their support, and Kong Qing began to tally the votes.

A few minutes later, he announced, "After counting the votes, fifty-one percent agree for Comrade He Xingzhou to establish the Whistleblower Scientific Research Institution! I now declare that the Insect Race Crisis Response Team will support Comrade He Xingzhou in forming his own team and joining the Xuanwu Plan."

"The main tasks will be to lead and execute the Insect Race genetic research, and the Steel Wall pilot project!"

"Applause!" With the decision confirmed, there were no objections from the crowd, and they clapped in celebration.

"Thank you for your support, esteemed seniors!" He Xingzhou quickly expressed his gratitude.

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The Xuanwu Plan was established, and the Xuanwu Executive Officers were confirmed, totaling six people: Kong Qing, Qin Peng, Cui Weimin, Song Jinhong, He Hongwei, and Lv Mei.

He Xingzhou had also achieved the result he desired, believing that given time, his name would inevitably be added to the Xuanwu Executive Officers!

Now that the plan was confirmed, it was time for everyone to take action.

The Xuanwu Executive Officers had already determined their tasks and were quick to convene their teams and start mobilizing resources for the execution of their plans.

"Comrade Whistleblower," Kong Qing said, "you need to present a plan and then have it reviewed by Comrade Lv Mei."

"I am already prepared!" He Xingzhou had not been idle these days and handed over a document.

"I need a comprehensive research station with biology, physics, chemistry laboratories; I need a team of corresponding researchers to help me execute the plan; I need a startup fund; I need a test site; and I need the ability to mobilize national scientific institutions and some key resources!"

Lv Mei took his document and said, "Alright, I will review and arrange everything as soon as possible."

Compared to the other Executives, He Xingzhou's list of demands in the document was minimal. The projects that other Executives were planning, not to mention the manpower, required an initial investment of at least hundreds of billions! And the subsequent expansion of the plans would consume astronomical amounts of resources!