After that, Lu Zhou had a long talk with the old man.

The topics discussed mainly revolve around the details of controlled nuclear fusion.

It includes the choice and pros and cons between technical routes, including the technical difficulties, and which problems are expected to be solved.

Because it was beyond his professional field, Academician Wu, who was sitting next to him, couldn't interject at all, and could only sit there and listen like a layman.

Lu Zhou used popular language as much as possible to explain the more incomprehensible points.

Of course, in addition to controlled nuclear fusion, there is also the idea of building a general high school in China.

As for his own treatment after returning to China, Lu Zhou didn't mention it, and the old man didn't ask.

Because that's something you don't need to worry about at all.

Even if he doesn't say anything, someone will naturally arrange it for him.

Following the footsteps of the guards, after coming out of the compound, the driver waiting next to the black red flag had changed from the unfamiliar guard to Wang Peng, who Lu Zhou was familiar with.

"The conversation is over?"

"It's over." Sitting in the passenger seat, Lu Zhou said casually.

Wang Peng nodded and did not continue to ask.

No matter what Lu Zhou talked about inside, it was not something he could inquire about.

Fastening his seat belt and looking at Wang Peng, who started the car, Lu Zhou asked casually.

"By the way, where are we going now? I don't have a place to stay in Shangjing. ”

Although the old man had agreed at the meeting, the exact implementation had to be discussed in an internal meeting of the top management.

After all, when it comes to research on controlled nuclear fusion, funding is not a small amount.

This time, Lu Zhou had to go to Beijing for two days, first, to wait for the results of high-level discussions, and secondly, he also needed to communicate with scholars in the field of nuclear fusion on the Chinese side.

Hearing Lu Zhou's words, Wang Peng, who was holding the steering wheel, smiled heartily.

"Professor Lu, you are laughing, you are home, how can we let you have no place to stay."

……

The hotel where Lu Zhou stayed in Beijing was still the same place he stayed in when he came to Beijing for a meeting.

After seeing Lu Zhou, Manager Wang, who looked slightly chubby and had a cute smile, greeted him warmly and asked with a smile.

"Professor Lu, are you still satisfied with the tea last time?"

"I'm very satisfied, thank you so much." Lu Zhou said with a smile.

Manager Wang smiled and said, "You are too polite, if you like it, I will help you get some." ”

This time, Lu Zhou did not refuse, nor did he insist on giving money.

First, he already knew that this hotel was public, and collecting his money would cause trouble for Manager Wang.

Second, I returned to China this time and brought two big gifts to the country, and I took two bags of tea when I left, so there should be no problem, right?

Following Manager Wang's footsteps and walking on the way to the room, Lu Zhou suddenly remembered something, so he spoke.

"That's right, Manager Wang."

"What's the matter?"

Glancing around, Lu Zhou casually asked, "Is there a conference room here?" ”

Manager Wang smiled: "Of course there is, when you need to use it, just tell me." ”

Lu Zhou nodded: "Then the day after tomorrow, remember to help me keep an eye on it." ”

Manager Wang: "Okay. ”

……

Looking back on the history of Huaguo joining ITER, 11 years have passed from 07 to now.

To say that it all began, it was because of a letter sent to the central government from the Southwest Institute of Physics of the nuclear industry.

The person who wrote the petition was Academician Pan Changhong, then president of the Southwest Institute of Physics of the Nuclear Industry.

Although today, Academician Pan has retired from the position of the Southwest Institute of Physics of the Nuclear Industry, but in the field of controlled nuclear fusion in China, Mr. Lao, as a veteran, still has considerable influence.

After the coordination of relevant departments, in the conference room of the hotel, Lu Zhou finally met the veteran figure who promoted Huaguo to join the ITER organization.

"Hello, Academician Pan, I have admired my name for a long time." After seeing the old gentleman, Lu Zhou politely took the initiative to stretch out his right hand.

"I've admired the name for a long time here," Holding Lu Zhou's hand and shaking it, Academician Pan said with a smile, "I've always heard that Professor Lu is young and promising, and sure enough, it's better to see than to hear, but I didn't expect you to be younger and more courageous than I imagined." ”

Lu Zhou smiled and politely made a gesture of please, "You have won the prize, please sit down." ”

After taking a seat at the conference table, the hotel waiter poured a cup of tea for each of them, then turned to leave the conference room and gently closed the door.

After sorting out the thoughts of his speech for a while, Lu Zhou was about to speak, but Academician Pan spoke one step ahead of him.

"Are you more optimistic about stellarstellarstellar?"

Hearing this expected question, Lu Zhou nodded: "That's right." ”

Staring sharply at Lu Zhou, Academician Pan continued to ask, "Are you sure?" ”

Lu Zhou: "Yes. ”

"On what basis?"

"My gut feeling."

Gut feeling?

Hearing this unexpected answer, looking at the unwavering expression on Lu Zhou's face, Academician Pan was slightly stunned, then shook his head with a smile, "...... Scientific intuition? Interesting, you just trust your own instincts? ”

"Of course," Lu Zhou nodded, and said in a natural tone, "If I don't even believe in myself, how can I convince others?" ”

Hearing this, Academician Pan smiled, and did not evaluate whether it was right or wrong, but simply said.

"So, you're trying to convince me. Well, I'm curious, what are you going to convince me to do this old man? ”

Lu Zhou smiled, and after a pause, continued.

"Controlled nuclear fusion is a systematic project, which involves technical difficulties ranging from plasma physics to materials research and information technology research, which requires the cooperation of various research units. It's a lot of difficulty, and it's hard for me to do it alone. ”

After a pause, Lu Zhou looked at Academician Pan and sincerely extended the invitation.

"I need your help."

Hearing this, Academician Pan was slightly stunned, as if he didn't expect Lu Zhou to suddenly make such an invitation.

Although there was a momentary movement, after a moment of silence, he finally shook his head.

"I can't help you, stellaroids are not my research direction, not to mention that I'm also old now, so it's okay for me to hold lectures, but it's really difficult for me to follow you young people to do experiments together."

After a pause, the old gentleman reminded him vaguely.

"What's more, the main person in charge of domestic controllable nuclear fusion research is Academician Zhou, if you need support, you should discuss with him, instead of coming to me."

Lu Zhou shook his head: "The research led by Academician Zhou is mainly about tokamaks, and it is impossible to support my claim. ”

Academician Pan didn't speak, but the look on his face could be regarded as acquiescing to this.

This is not only a question of technical routes, but also involves the mountains of academia.

After all, with billions of funds, no one would want to see a person who came out of nowhere to contradict himself and take away the rights that originally belonged to him.

The funding is only a part, and there is also power within the system.

None of this is academic, and none of it can be explained in a few words.

After a pause, Lu Zhou continued.

"In fact, just yesterday, I have been in contact with the top management, and I have already received policy support and financial guarantees. The new project will be carried out in parallel with the existing project on the tokamak. ”

Academician Pan's expression was slightly moved: "You have ...... Got in touch with the executives? ”

Lu Zhou nodded: "Yes." ”

If that's the case......

Then the nature is completely different.

Falling into silence, Academician Pan seemed to be hesitating about something.

Lu Zhou didn't speak, quietly waiting for his thoughts.

Looking at the mist rising on the teacup, the tightly knit brows suddenly relaxed, and the old gentleman looked up at Lu Zhou, smiled and said.

"If you're not worried about me getting confused, I'd like to try."

A smile appeared on Lu Zhou's face and he stretched out his right hand.

"You're welcome to join us!"

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(Thanks to the leader of a little bee for rewarding ~~~~ I just arrived at my hometown today, and I will definitely start adding more tomorrow!) ）