Pretending to be a genius starts with the civilization advancement assessment.

Chapter 62 Resource Allocation
The capital city, deep underground, is the highest command center.

An emergency high-level meeting is being held regarding the news of Lin Yi's recent breakthrough.

On the huge electronic screen, the core content of the briefing, which was forwarded from the Helu City settlement and initially compiled by Ren Yinuo, was displayed: "Major Lin Yi has been confirmed to have broken through to the Stardust level, and the initial assessment shows that the source energy intensity has stabilized at 2000 points."

A brief silence fell over the meeting room, followed by a burst of low cheers.

"That's wonderful! God bless China!" An old man excitedly slammed his hand on the table. "Stardust level! It actually succeeded, and the source energy intensity is as high as 2000 points!"

"2000 points. This figure far exceeds any of our previous prediction models."

An expert wearing glasses, responsible for energy data research, looked utterly bewildered.

"Based on our energy deduction of elite and leader-level abyssal beasts, as well as the gradual curve prediction of the 'Basic Source Energy Guidance Technique,' the threshold for the Stardust level should be between 800 and 1000 points. This 2000 points is almost a qualitative leap."

“We must immediately drastically revise our assessment model of Stardust-level strength. This means that the strategic value of a Stardust-level powerhouse is several times higher than we originally imagined.”

After the initial joy and shock, an official in charge of external relations adjusted his glasses and raised a topic:
"Commander, comrades, Major Lin's breakthrough is a major piece of good news for our country and even for all mankind. Do you think we should selectively inform a few major powers about this news, along with the intelligence that 'the nest can be neutralized by source energy'?"

"This could greatly promote the early establishment of the 'Global Crisis Response Consortium'."

He had barely finished speaking when a more rugged-looking general beside him let out a cold snort, speaking with a hint of displeasure:
"Report? Old Liu, aren't you being too kind? If we hadn't discovered that the nests would expand and devour other nests, potentially creating even more terrifying mutants in the future, who would have the time to care about their lives?"

“We had previously hinted at a cooperation framework, but they were all wary and made excuses, fearing that we would take the opportunity to extract benefits or even gain control.”

"If we proactively disclose such core secrets now, it would make it seem like we're begging them! Especially some small countries, with their ugly faces!"

The atmosphere in the conference room cooled down a bit, and everyone's eyes turned to Chief Li Zhenguo, who was sitting at the head of the table.

Li Zhenguo's expression remained calm, revealing neither joy nor anger.

He began slowly, “Indeed, we were a bit too hasty in pushing for the crisis response consortium. Adversity reveals true friendship, but it also exposes people's true nature. The greater the crisis, the deeper some ingrained suspicions and misunderstandings become.”

"Since they are still hesitating and calculating, we don't need to be too hasty."

He paused, his gaze sweeping over everyone, and made a decision: "It's better to proceed slowly than hastily. Once Operation Dawn is successful, we will release the news that 'the miniature nest has been breached by our forces,' along with the three pieces of information: 'the nest's expansion capability' and 'the birth of a Stardust-level powerhouse.'"

"By then, the pressure will be on their side."

"Instead of us actively approaching them now, we should wait for them to come to us."

Upon hearing this, everyone nodded in agreement. Haste makes waste, and sometimes being too hasty can indeed backfire.

"well, let's get back to business."

Li Zhenguo steered the conversation back to the most important matter at hand, saying, "Immediately, on behalf of the Supreme Command Center, extend our warmest congratulations to Major Lin Yi."

He looked at the head of the General Staff and instructed, "Your General Staff, immediately conduct an urgent analysis based on all available information to identify any shortcomings or unforeseen needs that may exist in his next hideout and operation."

"Whether it's defense, recovery, protracted warfare, or special responses, once the analysis is complete, immediately select the most suitable Spirit Crystal from the inventory and send it to Major Lin Yi as quickly as possible. All resources should be prioritized for him."

"Since we have no choice but to place our bets on an 18-year-old, we need to at least make sure he doesn't make any mistakes in the upcoming operations."

"Yes!"

The head of the General Staff immediately accepted the order, and then added a follow-up request:

"Sir, there's another situation." "Major Liu Zhi from our General Staff Operations Department, I don't know if you remember him, he's that young man with exceptionally strong learning abilities. His progress in cultivating the Guiding Technique is very fast; he's already completed nearly four-fifths, but recently he's gotten stuck at a crucial juncture and can't break through."

"He himself strongly hopes that there will be an opportunity to go to Helu City to ask Major Lin Yi for advice in person. I think it would be better to let him go with the team escorting the crystal."

"Oh? Xiaoliu?"

Li Zhenguo seemed to remember it and nodded.

"This is a good thing. Our Xia Kingdom needs more talented people. Approve his request and let him go with the team. He must humbly learn from us."

Then, Li Zhenguo looked at the head of the research institute: "How is the progress of the comprehensive analysis of guidance techniques and the compilation of standardized teaching materials?"

The head of the research institute immediately reported: "Reporting to the leader, the analysis work is more than halfway complete, and the most complex energy circuit part has been basically clarified. The compilation of the supporting standardized teaching materials is also progressing smoothly. It is estimated that it will take at most another ten days to complete the entire analysis and the first draft of the teaching materials."

"very good."

Li Zhenguo's face showed a hint of satisfaction. "Continue to explain and teach at the same time. We need to speed up the pace, but we must ensure the quality. This is the foundation for the future."

He didn't offer much praise; his gaze sharpened again as he surveyed the entire room.

"So, next, the General Staff will be in charge of overall coordination, and all departments will work closely together to immediately launch the 'Dawn' plan! Everyone, let's get started."

"The meeting is dismissed!"

Soon, the will of the supreme command center was transformed into clear instructions, which were quickly transmitted in all directions.
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The settlement in Helu City.

The rooftop of the old department store's command center.

Ren Nuo was gone for a little longer than she had expected, but when she returned quickly, her face was filled with barely suppressed excitement.

"Staff Officer Lin!" she said excitedly, "The Supreme Command Center was very excited to receive the news that you had successfully made a breakthrough and were willing to share the exercise footage. The leaders asked me to convey their sincerest congratulations!"

She took a deep breath and continued to relay the high command's decision: "The Supreme Command Center has decided to immediately launch the operation to eliminate Nest No. 3, codenamed 'Dawn'! The main forces and equipment that have already arrived in the surrounding gap zone will complete their final tactical assembly and deployment within three days."

"At the same time, the 'Tianpeng' team will be ordered to escort a batch of urgently allocated Spirit Crystals to your destination first, prioritizing your needs."

At this point, her tone shifted to concern and inquiry: "The General Staff specifically instructed us to ask if you need more time to fully familiarize yourself with and solidify your Stardust-level power, since you have just broken through. If necessary, the operational plan can be delayed by a few days to ensure everything goes smoothly."

Upon hearing this, Lin Yi shook his head, his tone calm yet full of confidence: "Thank you for your concern, Chief Li. However, there's no need to delay; three days is enough for me to get used to it initially."

Ren Yinuo was not surprised at all by Lin Yi's affirmative answer.

Based on her understanding of Lin Yi over this period of time, she even felt that this number one person in Xia Kingdom, or rather, Blue Star, would probably only need half a day to adapt.

Therefore, she immediately replied, "Okay, I will relay your message to headquarters right away."

"Hold on."

Lin Yi called out to Ren Yinuo.

"Since the highest level trusts me so much and has sent me the much-needed crystals, I can't refuse to reciprocate. When I practice the technique, I will try to include some explanations of the key points and insights of cultivation, hoping to help the General Staff's research and subsequent promotion."

(End of this chapter)