The shock and clamor inside the laboratory did not last long. Soon, under the direction of Kong Deming, preliminary intentions regarding subsequent cooperation and resource allocation for the "Body Tempering Method" project were quickly reached.
Without further delay, the high-ranking Sun Moon officials left one after another, preparing to return and arrange the necessary resources for allocation.
It was Crown Prince Xu Tianran who, before leaving, approached Kong Mingan with a gentle smile.
"Young Master Kong possesses extraordinary talent. Today's results have truly opened my eyes. If you have leisure in the future, you should visit my manor for a chat."
His words carried a hint of recruitment and goodwill.
In response, Kong Mingan merely raised his eyes calmly to look at this future Sun Moon Emperor, then gave a slight nod.
"Certainly."
He said nothing more, neither being impolite nor showing any desire for dependence.
A slight flicker crossed Crown Prince Xu Tianran's eyes, and he said no more, departing surrounded by his attendants.
Jing Hongchen, walking last with his grandson and granddaughter, noticed the unusual demeanor of his grandchildren. His heart stirred, and he stopped, smiling at Kong Deming.
"Old Kong, I see the children are similar in age. Perhaps they should interact more in the future. Meng and Xiao also lack companions they can talk to at the academy."
Kong Deming did not directly answer, only vaguely saying, "Mingan has a quiet disposition and dislikes excitement. However, children have their own destiny; letting nature take its course is best."
Jing Hongchen smiled and agreed, patting the heads of his two grandchildren before leaving the laboratory, accompanied by Meng Hongchen, who kept looking back, and Xiao Hongchen, whose gaze was burning.
The heavy alloy door silently closed, isolating the disturbances of the outside world.
On the vast second floor of the laboratory, only Kong Deming and Kong Mingan, who was sitting in a large metal chair in the corner, remained.
The subtle humming of the instruments running now sounded exceptionally clear. A strange silence settled between the grandfather and grandson.
They did not discuss the "Body Tempering Method" that had just shocked everyone, nor did they mention the massive resources about to pour in or the subsequent plans.
Kong Deming walked over to Kong Mingan's side. Instead of sitting in the chair next to him, he leaned down slightly. His usually authoritative gaze was now filled only with pure concern.
He reached out and, very naturally, lightly patted Kong Mingan's shoulder.
"Mingan," Kong Deming's voice was low and gentle, completely different from the Department Head he had been in front of the crowd moments ago.
"...You've been a bit too rushed lately."
Kong Mingan paused slightly. "Have I...?"
"Zhou Ping told me that you have barely rested during this period."
"..."
Zhou Ping was the steward of the Kong Family. Kong Deming was busy, needing to handle political affairs and research spirit tools every day. Often, the affairs of the Kong Family were managed by him.
Kong Mingan fell silent for a moment.
He was not a soul transmigration but an Awakening of memory. Therefore, over the past six years, he clearly remembered the meticulous care his grandfather, Kong Deming, had given him in the gaps between his busy political affairs and research.
In his previous life, he was an orphan. In this life, he had relatives, something he had... never experienced before.
Kong Mingan slowly showed a smile and nodded slightly.
"Don't worry, Grandpa. I have things under control. The beginning of everything is difficult, but now that we have started, the follow-up won't be like this."
Listening to his grandson's words, Kong Deming nodded. He did not say much more but showed complete trust.
"As long as you have things under control."
"Naturally."
The grandfather and grandson casually chatted about a few unimportant things.
Kong Deming did not press his grandson about the origins of those astonishing ideas and plans, nor did Kong Mingan proactively mention the complex derivations and data.
The two simply talked idly, peacefully.
... That afternoon, in Capital City, at the Kong Family manor.
Sunlight filtered through the exquisitely carved windows, casting warm spots of light inside the study room, which was covered with soft carpets. After Kong Mingan finished a simple meal, he summoned Steward Zhou to the study.
This old steward had served the Kong manor for decades; he was loyal and handled matters extremely reliably.
He stood respectfully with his hands lowered, his tone deferential: "Young Master, what are your instructions?"
Kong Mingan sat behind the desk, which was slightly too large for him, his small hands clasped on the surface. He asked straightforwardly,
"Uncle Zhou, how are the 'Soft Bones Rabbit breeding farm' and the 'Blue Silver Grass cultivation base' I mentioned previously progressing? Are things going smoothly?"
Upon hearing this, Steward Zhou showed a look of understanding and a respectful smile, clearly not unfamiliar with the matter.
"Reporting to Young Master, everything is steadily advancing according to your previous plans, and progress is very smooth.
"The Soft Bones Rabbit breeding farm is located in an area with relatively gentle spirit power. The breeding rabbits introduced have been screened, show good adaptability, and breed stably.
"According to your requirements, the feed is also mixed with trace amounts of medicinal herbs that promote mild spirit power absorption. The young rabbits' growth rate and Physique are clearly superior to ordinary Soft Bones Rabbits, and their temperament is relatively docile and controllable."
"As for the Blue Silver Grass cultivation base..." Steward Zhou continued his report.
"It was selected in a valley where the earth's vitality is relatively vigorous, utilizing the rotational spirit power nourishment Formation you provided. The Blue Silver Grass is thriving; not only are the leaves thick, but the vitality contained within the roots and stems is also purer and more concentrated.
"The first batch of transplanted high-quality Blue Silver Grass has already rooted stably, and forming a large scale is imminent."
Kong Mingan listened and nodded in satisfaction.
What he needed was precisely this source of Spirit Beast resources that was stable, controllable, and improved in quality.
"Very good." Kong Mingan's voice carried a hint of satisfaction.
"Continue to advance according to the plan, maintain observation, and record all subtle changes. Do not spare expenses on investment; quality must be guaranteed. Once the Soft Bones Rabbits reach ten-year quality, send a few to my laboratory first."
"Yes, Young Master. This old servant understands." Steward Zhou bowed to accept the order, then quietly withdrew, and peace returned to the study.
Kong Mingan's gaze was calm.
The "Soft Bones Rabbit breeding farm" and the "Blue Silver Grass cultivation base" were part of his subsequent plans.
Of course, choosing the somewhat marvelous combination of Soft Bones Rabbit and Blue Silver Grass was essentially a coincidence.
Blue Silver Grass was the subsequent material he had chosen, while the Soft Bones Rabbit was used to replace the lab mice he frequently used in his previous life.
At the time, he had only asked if there were any Spirit Beasts with short breeding and maturation cycles. Steward Zhou investigated and presented him with the Soft Bones Rabbit option.
Unable to resist, he chose it.
He had some interesting ideas for his first spirit ring. After all, if it were merely an ordinary hundred-year or thousand-year spirit ring, it would be too boring.
Therefore, he wanted to stir things up.
The prerequisite for stirring things up was complete practical application.
Low-level Spirit Beasts like the Soft Bones Rabbit are very simple to raise. With a little technology and effort, they can basically produce a batch of ten-year cultivation Soft Bones Rabbits every year.
A Soft Bones Rabbit with ten years of cultivation can yield a spirit ring upon being killed, and this spirit ring is the research material he needs.
Of course, adhering to the idea of utilizing waste, the deceased Soft Bones Rabbits could also be processed into cold shredded rabbit or spicy rabbit heads... thus making the most of everything.
(End of Chapter)
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