4:50 PM.
Everyone let out a long sigh of relief.
"Elder Ji!"
As everyone relaxed, an elderly expert in his seventies suddenly felt his head spin and stumbled, nearly falling to the ground.
At this age, even a common cold could be life-threatening, let alone a fall!
Ji Yuan quickly supported him, helping him to a nearby seat. "Please be careful."
As he spoke, his eyes couldn't help but feel a bit sore.
These elderly experts had dedicated their entire lives to the country's scientific research, embodying the spirit of "The silkworms spin until they die, and the candle burns until it turns to ash."
A large group of people rushed over to express their concern for Elder Ji, but he waved his hand, a frail smile appearing on his aged face. "Don't cry; we are all lucky. I am even luckier.
Back in the day, my old colleagues and I decided to engage in chip research, dedicating our youth and lives to the country’s scientific endeavors.
Many of them have already passed on, yet I am still here to witness our country's crucial step towards chip localization."
I am fortunate and blessed; even if I die, I can do so with a smile…
"Elder Ji…" many called out with a hint of sorrow.
Elder Ji smiled. "Don't worry; I can hold on for a while longer. I still want to see the China Chip officially come to fruition!"
He was a highly respected elder; although he was relatively unknown outside, he was a veteran in the field of chip research, like a walking encyclopedia from whom many had benefited greatly.
Not long ago, this elderly man was diagnosed with late-stage stomach cancer and has little time left, yet he still insists on participating in this research task.
Upon hearing Elder Ji's words, everyone couldn't help but smile with appreciation. Ji Yuan is doing fine, going about his normal work schedule, but the others had started preparing since they received the news yesterday, working through the night on experiments. Many of them now have red eyes and dark circles under them.
With the sudden relaxation, several people felt their vision blur and experienced a strong urge to close their eyes and sleep at the slightest touch.
"Alright, everyone pack up your things and head to the arranged accommodations to get some good rest," Ji Yuan said, concerned that they might collapse from exhaustion.
If the younger ones were struggling to keep up, how much more so for these older veterans? Each of them is a national treasure-level figure; any unexpected incident involving them would be a significant loss for the country.
As everyone exited the laboratory, they stretched with a sense of relief. The blazing sunlight was a bit overwhelming, causing them to squint involuntarily.
"We... we'll take our leave now," several researchers began to speak but hesitated, swallowing back the word 'Xiao Ji,' their eyes reflecting a hint of awe and respect.
Through their interactions over this period, it was clear that they recognized his profound expertise, solid foundation, unique insights, and far-reaching wisdom. The term 'little' simply could not be uttered in reference to him. He was not an ordinary junior; he was not someone they could look down upon.
But rather a master, a master whom they need to look up to! At such a young age, achieving so much, who can determine how brilliant and dazzling this young man's future will be? He is destined to become a rising star in the field of scientific research, shining throughout history!
"Mm." Ji Yuan smiled and replied lightly.
He didn't feel too much about it, even though he had already achieved accomplishments that others might never reach in their lifetime at such a young age. He held a firm belief: to become a great scientist recognized worldwide. The small achievements he had made so far were merely the first steps of a journey of a thousand miles!
This could boost his confidence, but it would not make him arrogant.
As experts and researchers gradually left the area, Ji Yuan smiled and bid them farewell one by one, then turned his gaze toward the corner. There was a faint commotion coming from there, as if an important figure was visiting.
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