Malan is China's atomic city and the synonym of China's nuclear test base. In the 50-80s of the 20th century it was mysterious and unknown. Although it covers an area of more than 100,000 square kilometers, which is the size of Jiangsu Province, it is not found on the map.

When the base was first built, it was mainly divided into three parts: living quarters, scientific research and production areas and the nuclear blasting test site in Lop Nur.

Malan, what a beautiful and poetic name. However, it is tightly tied to the nuclear bomb and has become synonymous with China's nuclear test. There are two legends about her origin: some people say that it was named after the blooming horse orchids at the base, and some people say that it was given the name by the poet General Zhang Aiping, who was in charge of the nuclear test base. However, no matter how beautiful and moving the name is, it is a place where thousands of miles of desert people are inhabited, and the sand and rocks do not sing.

Tang Dynasty poet Cen Shen's poem: "The tires roar in the September wind and night, and the gravel of a river is as big as a bucket." Walking with the wind and rocks", "Walking on the snow and the seaside, the flat sand and the yellow seaside" are vivid portrayals.

At that time, in addition to local scientific research personnel, the base also had a security unit of an integrated regiment and an infrastructure unit of a reinforced battalion, collectively referred to as Unit 0673. The head of the regiment is called Pan Zhaoliang.

Because the base is a barren place, and it is far from people. As a result, most of the newcomers lived in underground nests (houses built on the slopes of the slopes to dig into the size of a house and build on top of them). Only a small number of researchers live in the houses that have been relocated. Moreover, the natural living conditions are extremely poor. Drinking muddy water, eating grit rice, meat supplies are insufficient, and vegetables are a luxury.

Huzi and his entourage of 15 people were equipped with an American-made military jeep and a Soviet 69 (the predecessor of the Beijing 212 jeep). In view of the particularity of Huzi's work, the base deliberately vacated a small courtyard for the team to live in.

In the past, Huzi's transportation was mainly horses, and there was only one jeep and two trucks in the small county town. Unless there are special circumstances, they have no chance to take the car.

This time, a total of 15 people were equipped with two cars, which shows that the provincial bureau attaches great importance to this team. The base is an endless desert, and in some places, there is no danger if you close your eyes and drive. Huzi and they just took advantage of the opportunity to learn driving skills by familiarizing themselves with the terrain, and since the bureau has allocated us a car, everyone must be as skilled as riding a horse.

Three days later, Huzi attended a security meeting held at the base. Presiding over the meeting was Wang Zhiguo, the executive commander-in-chief of the base, and the participants included Pan Zhaoliang, head of Unit 0673, Cheng Liang, commander of the special service battalion in charge of internal security, Xu Changqing, chief of the confidential section, Zhao Xicheng, data custodian, and several scientific research leaders. In addition to the analysis of the security situation and the implementation of specific measures, the content of the meeting repeatedly emphasized the internal security provisions. For example: resolutely do not ask what should not be asked; Don't say anything you shouldn't say. not to tell parents; I don't tell my wife and children. And to see in the eyes and remember in the heart. Packed in the stomach alive and carried into a coffin after death. Wait a minute.

After discussing the matter, I saw Commander Pan smile at Huzi and said: "I have heard that you are coming, and I have heard more or less about your ability, if necessary, the special agent battalion will be at your disposal at any time." ”

As soon as the words fell, Cheng Liang, the commander of the special service battalion, immediately stood up and saluted: "The special service battalion is waiting for orders at any time!" Huzi returned the salute and said with a slight smile: "The conditions are difficult and the task is arduous, everyone should work together and actively cooperate." ”

After the meeting ended, Mr. Wang left Huzi alone. After inquiring about some life conditions, Mr. Wang smiled with relief and said: "It has long been rumored that Captain Wang is a young talent, and today it was unexpected. The nature of the base is special, and hostile elements at home and abroad are staring at us with fierce eyes. At present, your main task is to conduct secret inspections to prevent unknown people from infiltrating the base, so as not to reveal the location of the base. The second is to secretly protect infrastructure and scientific research drawings and materials, and there must be no mistakes. ”

As he spoke, Mr. Wang took Huzi to the simple data room for a turn. With a look of embarrassment, he said: "The formal data room is under construction, and it is estimated that it will be delivered before the cold weather." At present, these earthen houses can't stop people at all, and they can only be guarded by you and the soldiers of the special service battalion. This is the lifeblood of the base, even if you lose your life, you can't lose your information. ”

Seeing that Mr. Wang's expression was solemn and excited, Huzi also secretly felt the pressure on his body. He said calmly and solemnly: "Please rest assured that Mr. Wang will complete the task!" ”

Mr. Wang smiled with relief, patted Huzi lightly on the shoulder and said, "Last time, Section Chief Guo gave me a package ticket and said that he would definitely send me a shrewd and capable person." It seems that Section Chief Guo is also a man of his word, and his words count. ”

Huzi was slightly stunned, smiled at Mr. Wang and walked towards the jeep not far away.

The jeep drove unhurriedly on the winding dirt road, and the dust raised was like a difficult yellow dragon, clenching the butt of the car and not letting go. On both sides of the road, in addition to the sun-tanned and shiny gravel, you can occasionally see a few tenacious camel grasses.

Huzi's heart at this moment is as calm as solidification, as if the trivial things that haunt his heart on weekdays have disappeared for a while. He felt a pressure that he had never felt before, and it had quietly swept over his body and mind. He has been silently reciting a beautiful name in his heart - Ma Lan.

Judging from the personnel and equipment this time, the bureau has invested in it, and my father not only gave himself several top-notch police officers in the criminal police team, but also gave his right-hand men Jia Hu and his five sons to himself. Judging from the posture of the base and the demeanor of Mr. Wang's speech, the projects engaged in by the base must not be simple. Although the rule of the base is 'resolutely don't ask what shouldn't be asked,' with Huzi's shrewdness, he has already vaguely felt the importance of the base. Perhaps, it is not known whether it is related to the future and destiny of the country.

Huzi told the team members in detail about the security and confidentiality regulations of the base, as well as the specific tasks of the team. I saw that everyone looked solemn like themselves, with dull expressions. So, with a slight smile, he said to Jia Hu, who was listening carefully with his head straight, "What's the matter?" When you first come to the base, do you want to go to the data room at night? ”

Jia Hu was stunned for a moment, and then smiled knowingly and said, "Mo Ma Da (no problem), my hands have been itchy for the past two days." ”

Huzi smiled with relief and said: "The condition is that no one is allowed to hurt people, no objects are allowed to be damaged, as long as you get any of the information in the cabinet, you will complete the task." ”

Seeing Jia Hu's relaxed and confident face, Huzi added with a serious expression: "The information must be kept carefully, and it must not be damaged or lost, that is the lifeblood of the base." ”

Jia Hu smiled and said: "I have already stepped on a few important places last night, and I feel that there are too few lights here, and the electricity is not enough. ”

Wuzi Ni smiled and said playfully: "Otherwise, how can you get it?" Don't let people be live targets. ”

Jia Hu was just about to raise his hand to beat Wuzi, Huzi hurriedly smiled and said: "What Wuzi said is not unreasonable, we have not yet figured out the specific deployment of the troops to defend at night, in case someone finds out, we can't risk coming hard, we must immediately identify ourselves, so as not to be injured by mistake." ”

Seeing the fifth son looking at him smugly, Jia Hu smiled slyly and said: "I can't do this job alone, I have to let the fifth son be a helper." ”

Huzi smiled knowingly and said, "Let's go all three." ”