Zhou Yi looked at the artificial star in the sky above the Moon, but there was no joy on his face.

The Gem Sun was created.

But the problem is... this thing was used by the Heavenly People as a core and engine, functioning as a semi-perpetual machine within the radiation range of the original Sun, but there's never been any mention of its use outside.

The Gem Sun, not installed within the Heavenly People, was now performing erratic movements in the air, like a super hydrogen balloon that broke its tether.

With various natural energies pulling at it, its trajectory was completely unpredictable.

Fortunately, it was captured by a Gemstone Transformer using a gemstone chain, making it look like the Sun God driving a chariot in mythology as it was led around the sky by the Transformer.

Zhou Yi couldn't help but say, "Isn't this a bit..."

The Night God spread his hands: "There are no other solutions at the moment. It can't be fixed on the ground, otherwise, the high temperature it absorbs would cause the Gemstone Body to exceed 2000 degrees Celsius, causing great destruction to the surroundings. It must keep a sufficient distance from the moon surface."

"According to the calculations of Lumi and Turing, because the artificial sun has a radius of 150 meters, to prevent our flammable materials on the ground from igniting, it must be at least 100 kilometers above, and for absolute long-term safety, similar to sunlight, it needs to be over 1000 kilometers."

"Or we could use gemstones to create an ultra-long chain or elevator, connecting it to the ground and fixing it in the air to prevent it from flying away. Although this method is a bit clumsy, it could work. You pick one."

"...Let's just keep it this way."

Zhou Yi had no other solution.

Even though the Gem Sun has a series of drawbacks, its mere appearance and ability to stay suspended in the air already made the mechanical life forms extremely excited.

Turing showed extreme enthusiasm, with its electrician ant wings fluttering at a high frequency: "Chairman, the artificial sun was previously only a theoretical technology application, mostly used as a thought experiment concept. But now we've really done it, and its impact will be enormous!"

"Within its coverage area, it can complete a stable and uninterrupted power grid. Once we complete the supporting power facilities, the electric cat can roam freely within the radiation range of the Gem Sun, with no need for cumbersome wires as carriers anymore."

"Additionally, the massive electricity required by Qing Liu before can now be supplied by the Gem Sun. This will provide it with enough energy to perform higher intensity life decryption, allowing for secondary and tertiary decryption without being limited by current energy and spatial constraints."

"Most importantly, with the artificial sun, we can transform a large area of the ground to create a life zone with air, rainfall, and vegetation growth, similar to Earth's environment."

"The emergence of the artificial sun signifies that Earth's ecology can be partially replicated and transplanted to the Moon, where Death Light can also be collected and concentrated via the artificial sun..."

Although these aspects are worth celebrating.

But Zhou Yi was most concerned about: "When is the artificial sun scheduled for a test flight on Earth?"

With the operation to crack the Dead Sea Master at stake, he was very attentive.

"Chairman, the current plan is for two Earth months later."

Turing explained: "Currently, there are still many issues with the artificial sun that require optimization. We are testing methods to allow the artificial sun to stay fixed on a certain orbit, moving in the manner we need."

Zhou Yi was curious: "Is that possible?"

"There's no relevant description in the technical parameters of the artificial sun, but we have various other Heavenly People Gemstone structure models. Thanks to the 42 structural prototypes previously provided by Mr. Zhang Zhi."

Turing flapped its metallic wings, with sound coming through the speakers below: "The Gem-built artificial sun is difficult to calculate in terms of movement direction. But there is another method to stabilize it."

"We can erect a kind of gemstone column on its surface. These columns, derived from the Ring Solar Wall experience, can form an energy balance, fixing the movement direction and trajectory to allow stable movement in a specific orbit."

"Determining the specific parameters of the gemstone column requires continuous testing, so it still needs some time."

"In fact, there have already been some positive results. Once the experiment succeeds here, adjustment and replication on Earth is all that will be required, which should be quick."

Zhou Yi sighed inwardly.

This technological development is indeed the work of the mechanical life forms.

Professional.

Moreover, foundational accumulation is extremely important. Without any of the prior acquired technologies and information, this artificial sun couldn't have been built, let alone rotated as desired.

...

After staying on the Moon for a period of time, Zhou Yi returned to Sand Port.

The A2 virus pandemic had reached its final stage by then, and with the emergence of a specific treatment, successful preventive experiences had been adopted in various places, effectively controlling this artificial virus.

The Guangna Species suffered the most damage in this wave. Through this event, these somewhat arrogant groups noticeably changed their attitude toward Human City.

In highly urbanized areas, the Guangna Species began to actively reach out and cooperate. The previously very closed Guangna Species cities finally realized the crisis and actively opened their doors to engage and learn from the outside world.

Zhou Yi saw that in Jade City, many Mountain Dogs began to appear, and also octopus-like Water Octopuses came and went, not sure if shopping or strolling.

Additionally, there were some rare visitors from the Western Continent.

Key flying Guangna Species from Winged City, such as Great Geese, Postal Crows, and Hunters, arrived in succession. They roosted in the mountainous area where the old Mao Valley Town used to be, with many large Mushroom Houses there being modified and rented out to them for rest stops.

Even the Floral Faces from Flower Town arrived by airship, wandering around and taking photos with the Light Seal Camera, with some even applying to study for a while at Mushroom Forest Primary School.

These handsome young men and women immediately raised the average attractiveness of the Sand Port Region, being received by the likes of Xiao Tao and others.

The Floral Faces, hailing from various clubs, visited under the guise of learning, exploring cooperation opportunities with a noticeably humble attitude.

This had never happened in the past.

Red Kestrel said: "Zhou, the number of visitors is continuing to increase. The Guangna Species visitors are mainly concerned about issues of health, education, and safety."

"We have specialized mechanical sub-units to answer their questions, and company employees engage in exchanges and learning with them. Overall, the Guangna Species visitors hold a high regard for the company."

"Many of them hope the company can open some branches on the Western Continent. This way, they can join the company without having to travel far to the East Continent."

"Some more proactive Guangna Species have already started filling out job applications and resumes."

"Currently, the most popular positions are in property management in Jade City. These jobs are close to their residences, making it convenient to commute."

"Due to the continued deployment of many low-level units in Jade City, the demand for property management personnel also keeps rising. The services in the Western Continent's Sea People Gang are often too inadequate. Thus, we are recruiting afresh, with Flower Clothes Group and Cross Sea Association assisting in training and internships to determine suitable candidates."

"In property roles, security is the most sought-after position because the tasks are the simplest. They only need to ensure the buildings and residents remain undisturbed and prevent outsiders from entering Jade City. It only takes two days of following around to learn. Other roles in administration, cleaning, and maintenance have higher entry thresholds; their job contents are either complex or tedious."

Zhou Yi found it a bit difficult to maintain his composure.

He never expected everyone to want to be security guards in Jade City... times have indeed changed.

"There is also another matter, though it seems relatively minor compared to various scientific developments."

Red Kestrel said: "In the latest S17 Master Engineer Competition, company employee Wang Anquan, with his modified Wasteland Armor, won the solo championship in the C-level group."

"This is the first time in the history of the Master Engineer Competition that a human participant has won the championship."

"The participants in this category are all C-level mechanical units. Wang Anquan initially stumbled, but later steadily climbed up, successively defeating Mirror City's latest professional mechanical guards and Light Imprint Warriors, creating the biggest upset in this year's competition."

Zhou Yi raised his eyebrows.

He remembered the name Wang Anquan.

It was him who used flying threads to entwine the Stone Shedding, synchronizing the Wasteland Armor and operator to a high degree, leading to the creation of the [Moon-3 Modified].

He hadn't expected this guy to go and compete in the Master Engineer Competition.

"The news we have is that Wang Anquan entered the competition for his son, who is very fascinated by the Master Engineer Competition. His son, Wang Shunli, is a sixth-grade graduate of Mushroom Forest Primary School and has been granted admission to Dragon Palace this year, so he asked his father to take him to the competition."

"As a result, Wang Anquan rented an armor suit for modification from the company to participate in the competition."

Red Kestrel explained: "The modified Wasteland Armor, aside from the previous elements, has a special characteristic."

"The modified armor has near-predictive capabilities, able to preemptively perceive the opponent's actions. This is why it achieved consecutive victories."

"This feature is currently being validated and tested by the company."

"However, Wang Anquan fell into a coma after the final match... so we'll have to wait for him to wake up to understand the specific principles of this technology."

Zhou Yi asked with concern: "Is his condition dangerous?"

"Currently, he is in a coma due to mental overexertion, according to Maria Hospital's assessment. He needs natural recovery and will wake up in due time, with no life-threatening concerns."

"What about his son?"

"Wang Shunli is unharmed, but he doesn't know exactly how Wang Anquan achieved it, because Wang Anquan was the operator and chief designer, while he was just an assistant."

Zhou Yi immediately said: "Let's go see Wang Shunli first."

"Understood."

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