Quantum computer Jiang Chen didn't have any good ways for the time being, so he could only collect as much as he could.

Before leaving, he briefly explained a few words to Xu Lu. For example, the focus of research is on the research and development of military technology. Another example is to focus on technologies such as artificial islands, space elevators, and geostationary orbital space stations.

After explaining this, Jiang Chen rushed to the sixth block by helicopter.

After a flight of more than ten minutes, the Yunzhi-51 soon drove over the sixth block.

Viewed from above, this Sixth Block is indeed different from before.

After Chu Nan became the acting marshal, he strictly restrained the military discipline of the garrison, and at the same time continued the free trade law of the Committee of Ten in the Sixth District, and never exercised illegitimate power even in the dictatorship of the military government. Even the military junta he presided over was more just than it had been in the past.

The benefits of this are obvious.

Not only the survivors of Wanghai City, but even the survivors of the neighboring cities have migrated to the side of the sixth block. They brought with them the labor force, but they also brought with them the technology that was lacking in the Sixth Block.

High-rise buildings rise from the ground in the inner ring, and the buildings in the outer ring are also obviously much more prosperous. Jiang Chen noticed from the air that the sewer entrance that was originally outside the sixth block had also been included in the newly built wall of the outer ring.

In addition, small estate-like camps surround the sixth block in a starry manner, scattered over the ruins. These camps were usually built by merchants based in the 6th Block, who built their factories or garrisons outside the walls because of the rising land prices in the outer area of the 6th Block. They pay taxes to the junta in the 6th block. Enforce the laws of the 6th block and accept the protection of the junta patrol forces.

This small city is like a seed. Sowing on this barren soil, the sprout of civilization is born

Navigators on the ground waved signal sticks. Guided landing of helicopters.

Standing firm on the tarmac, Jiang Chen jumped down from the cabin and saw Chu Nan, who was already waiting at the door.

As soon as this Yunzhi-51 appeared on the radar, Chu Nan received the news and rushed over.

"It's been a long time since I saw you, how long has it been?" Looking at this old friend, Jiang Chen said with a greeting.

"It's been half a year. Do you want to go to my house and sit down?" Chu Nan said with a smile.

Speaking of which, the biggest change is still this guy. Jiang Chen remembered that when he had just rescued him from the basement, this kid still had the greenness of a virgin on his face, but now what Jiang Chen saw from his face was only a little steady and restrained.

"Of course. If it's convenient. Jiang Chen happily accepted his invitation.

A modest car stopped in front of the two, and the driver got out of the car and gave a military salute and respectfully opened the door for the two.

It takes about 10 minutes to drive to the door of the Houses of Parliament. On the top floor of this parliament building is the office of the military government, and two of the rooms are Chu Nan's home.

Chu Nan warmly invited Jiang Chen into the house, and the two sat on the sofa in the living room together. Zhou Xiaoxia, who was wearing casual clothes at home, came over and poured tea for the two. Judging from his complexion, the former lone traveler's mental state has recovered quite a bit. Although I don't know if I have recovered my previous memories. But at least they didn't live in the shadow of the Gray Gu Mercenary Group.

Chu Nan didn't mind her past, but accepted her. In this regard, Jiang Chen still admires this man very much. He heard that the two had a simple wedding later, but he was still alive at the time. So I was sorry not to be able to participate.

The two chatted about the development of the sixth block while drinking tea.

"Due to economic growth and other factors, the total population of the sixth block rose from 53,021 to 82,102 last quarter. The number of factories increased from 37 to 239. The number of registered merchants increased from 301 to 2,000. There are 20 new mercenary groups, 105 hunting groups, and 421 scavenging groups. ”

"It's been an explosion. Jiang Chen couldn't help but admire.

Chu Nan nodded, "The economic growth is mainly due to the expedition last autumn. Population growth has benefited from economic growth and stability. ”

"And you have a good way of governing the country. Jiang Chen teased.

"Where, you are the one who has been promoted. Chu Nan said modestly.

"Haha. Don't play this game with me, it's yours to blame. Jiang Chen scolded with a smile.

Chu Nan didn't answer, but he was still proud to see the smile on his face.

Clearing his throat, Chu Nan continued: "The good news is bad news. ”

"Oh, what's the bad news?" Jiang Chen asked with a smile.

"The survivors of Kashi who fled to the Sixth Block brought news from the west. This spring, mutants attacked the Rebel Alliance from Land Seven, taking over Chia City with the support of the Church of Twilight. As a result, the number of caravans from Hangzhou to Wanghai fell by 60% from April onwards, and the access to Wanghai from the southwest was basically blocked. ”

After listening to Chu Nan's report, Jiang Chen frowned faintly.

Jiashi is located between Wanghai and Hangzhou, and if mutants occupy this place, the merchants who pass through Wanghai and Hangzhou will inevitably be affected. Compared to unorganized bandits, organized mutants are clearly more terrifying.

"What's your opinion?"

"Organize a second expedition with the goal of liberating the city of Jia. Chu Nan asserted.

Quite radical proposal.

"Second Expedition?, do mutants have anything to grab?" Jiang Chen glanced at him in surprise.

"Do you remember their equipment?" Chu Nan looked at Jiang Chen with a smile.

Equip?

In addition to a heavy machine gun, there is also a draped one

C-beam!

Jiang Chen reacted suddenly.

"Mutants have very rich reserves of steel, even rich enough to be made into steel armor that hangs on their bodies as mobile cover. The last expedition to the source of mutant bacteria brought subcrystals here, igniting the industrial fires of the Sixth Block. And this expedition will bring the steel that will completely ignite the fire of this industry!"

It has to be said that the proposal is very attractive.

Although Jiang Chen can solve the problem of iron ore, it is not only iron that is needed to smelt C-shaped steel, but also a lot of rare earth elements. The mutant's C-beam is readily available, so it's certainly good to use.

"When are you going to act?" Jiang Chen asked in a deep voice.

"Marching in the autumn and collecting in the winter. Chu Nan replied quickly.

This guy has obviously been planning for a long time, and he has even thought about the battle strategy. Leaving in the autumn and collecting troops in the winter will not only allow enough time for preparation, but also end the battle before the winter when the mutants have the upper hand, and clear the obstacles on the trade road before the beginning of spring next year.

Even putting aside economic factors, this mutant is indeed a big problem. Even if we don't send troops in the fall, they may not come in the winter.

But now it's almost June, is it too late to prepare for the expedition?

Jiang Chen touched his chin and weighed it in his heart. (To be continued.) )