"Radical, radical, you are alarmist! Professor Cheng, as an ecologist, I hope you seek truth from facts and do not distort the truth. ”

Zhou Ran is not good at words, so he said such things in a hurry.

Obviously, this will get a strong counterattack from Zheng Dashen.

"Hehe, Professor Zhou, this is a high-level meeting of the coalition government, please pay attention to your words. So how do you know that I'm not seeking truth from facts? How do you know I'm distorting the truth? ”

Zhou Ran was speechless for a while, only to realize that he had said the wrong thing, and at this time, the media's cameras were aimed at him, waiting for an answer.

Sometimes, Zhou Ran really hates this shortcoming of himself: he is not good at words.

"Huh."

A chuckle broke the embarrassment, and Zhang Tianlin came forward to solve the siege.

"The debate between the two professors was wonderful! As experts in the field of ecology, their statements have given us a step further and a more realistic understanding of the current state of the planet on which we live, and I think we need to give them a round of applause. ”

After speaking, he took the lead in applauding, and then thunderous applause came from the audience, one tide after another.

Zhou Ran secretly breathed a sigh of relief, looked at Zhang Tianlin gratefully, and at the same time felt guilty for his recklessness.

However, what he didn't understand was why Zheng Dashen and others "slandered" the earth on which human beings have lived for millions of years regardless of the facts? Still desperate to escape from her and abandon her?

As an excellent ecological expert, Zhou Ran has always believed that human beings can rely on current technology to transform the earth into a better and more suitable place for human habitation.

In his cognition, Zheng Dashen should also think so, but ......

Zheng Dashen was a little proud, and was about to ask questions, when he turned his head to catch a glimpse of Williams glaring at him, so he gave up.

Although he was a little puzzled in his heart, Williams naturally had his reasons since he did this.

Under normal circumstances, Zheng Dashen would not go against the ideas of this representative of the military, because he needs his status and resources to realize his wishes.

For Williams, it doesn't matter if he wins or loses this debate, what he needs is the debate itself, especially this high-level meeting.

In fact, to be precise, he needs to use authoritative means to promote his views, and the coalition government's media is the most suitable medium.

In modern society, the Internet is extremely developed, and people can get any information they want.

However, it is important to note what kind of information is acceptable.

It is indescribable that any media gathered here today is recognized by the coalition government, so their message will naturally be recognized by the public.

"Dean Zhang is right, and he should applaud the two wonderful debates. Although we have different views, we are all thinking about the future of humanity. ”

These words are very much in line with Dean Williams' identity, and at the same time, they will also make others think that he is a selfless person.

Williams continued: "It was Professor Zhou's interruption that caused a debate between two ecologists, so I won't 'take the axe' here. ”

Some laughed, not knowing if it was the habitual polite response of the people or if they were really amused by Williams' humor.

"I want to talk about the development of the earth and the future of mankind from the perspective of spaceflight." Williams continued, "Of course, Dean Zhang is an expert in this area, and if there is something wrong with what he said, he is welcome to correct it. ”

After speaking, he looked at Zhang Tianlin and returned the smile with his habit to show his ease.

"Hehe, Dean Williams is too modest." Zhang Tianlin said meaningfully, "In recent years, your Military Research Institute has strengthened its 'cooperation' with our Space Institute,"

He deliberately accentuated the tone of the word "cooperation".

"The Military Academy is very interested in every move of the Space Academy, and I believe that you have become an expert in this area. Therefore, it is not about correcting, but just exchanging with each other. ”

Although Zhang Tianlin was smiling, anyone could hear the irony and dissatisfaction.

Indeed, in the past half century, mankind's space technology has developed rapidly and has made tremendous achievements in all aspects, especially in outer space exploration.

For more than a decade since Williams took charge of the Military Academy, he has been very interested in space technology, especially in the field of outer space exploration, and the Military Academy is eager to get involved.

However, this will inevitably cause Zhang Tianlin's dissatisfaction, and he often refuses on various official grounds.

However, what he did not expect was that Williams reported some of the research on space research to the coalition government on the grounds of "safeguarding national defense affairs". And in the end, it was authorized that the military academy could participate in aerospace research, and the aerospace academy was required to actively cooperate.

Since then, Zhang Tianlin has been even more unpleasant to Williams. However, he can't help it, who let the coalition government authorize it.

Williams naturally heard the over-the-top voices and did not argue.

Sometimes, the wise need forbearance.

He continued: "Space technology has made tremendous progress in the last five decades, and our exploration of outer space has matured, which is amazing. We should increase investment in this area, including but not limited to resources, technology, talents, funds, etc., why? ”

He glanced at the crowd and suddenly raised his voice: "Of course, it is to explore the future of mankind and find a second 'earth'!" ”

As soon as these words came out, the conference hall was fried!

Journalists, in particular, had a lot of questions to ask, but they gave up because of the requirement that "no questions are allowed during the meeting".

Thinking of Ye Guangli's article "Exploring Outer Space Without Delay, Heading to the Universe", Zhang Tianlin probably expected him to say this.

"Presumably that article was published for this conference, look at it, he will definitely mention it." Zhang Tianlin couldn't help but think in his heart.

Zhou Ran looked a little impatient and wanted to interrupt Williams's "incredible" discussion again, but Zhang Tianlin stopped him in time and signaled not to rush.

"In the past 100 years of rapid human development, the earth's resources have been greatly consumed, and no matter how the outside world looks at it, I think it is close to the point of depletion. The earth can no longer bear the footsteps of human beings, and will even become a stumbling block for us to move forward. ”

Williams glanced quickly at the chamber and watched the crowd's reactions.

"It's a bit cruel to say that, but it's true."

"So, Dean Williams, with our current space technology, do you think humanity has the ability to find the second 'Earth' that you call it?"

Everyone followed the prestige, it was a Frenchman, it was Adolf, who had not spoken for a long time, and he was also an excellent professor of astronautics.

In a sense, Adolf agrees with what Williams calls "greater exploration of outer space."

However, the difference is that he is in favor of finding a planet that is suitable for human life, and alleviating the crisis of the earth and improving the current situation of the earth through the means of immigration.

Rather than abandoning the earth entirely.

"Of course you can!" Williams said firmly, "Don't you, the professor of astronautics, think so, Adolf?" ”

"Yes, I don't think so. And, my view is quite the opposite. ”

"I think everyone in this room would like to hear it." Williams said with interest.

Adolf not only put forward many important theories in the field of astronautics, but also explored outer space with the "Exploration Battleship" five times, and made important achievements in both theory and practice.

Of course, there are many talents in the aerospace academy, but he is the first person who dares to compete with his mentor.

His mentor is none other than Ye Guangli, a very powerful professor of astronautics.

Adolf studied under Ye Guangli and was deeply influenced by him, including his research and writings. But the only thing that is different from Ye Guangli is that he doesn't care about his reputation, but is really committed to the research of aerospace technology.

He advised Ye Guangli to stay away from Williams more than once, but the response he received was his reprimand. The master and apprentice went their separate ways and went on different paths.

Adolf cleared his throat and said unhurriedly: "Our aerospace industry has developed rapidly, especially since the beginning of this century, both in theory and practice. Our exploration ships, for example, have surpassed any spacecraft of any previous era in terms of flight speed alone. Although the speed of light is still far from enough, with the support of earth technology, it is enough to explore outer space. ”

"Does that support my point?" Williams asked with a smile.

Adolf shook his head, and continued: "This can only be said that human technology has reached the preliminary conditions for exploring space, but it does not yet have the ability to explore outer space. ”

"Your claims are puzzling."

"Then I'll be clearer."

Adolf said as he spread his hands open and clasped them in a circle in front of his chest.

"Human beings were born on the earth, and the earth provides human beings with the capital to survive, like a 'base'. In the same way, the Exploration Battleship is like a human, and if it wants it to fly farther and longer, it needs a 'base'. ”

"So, what is this so-called 'base' for? Quite simply, refuel the exploration ship while supplying the astronauts inside the battleship. But now, how many such 'bases' do we have? ”

"Not a single one!" Adolf shook his head.

"At present, the transformation of Mars by humans is progressing slowly, and the goal of establishing a solid base on Mars is far away, let alone establishing a preliminary residential city. Therefore, I think what human beings should do now is to 'lay the foundation', that is, to build the 'base'. Only in this way will mankind be able to travel in space and have a greater hope of finding a 'second Earth'. ”

"Instead of blindly exploring outer space, what do you say, Dean Williams?"

At this moment, the conference hall fell silent.

Although Adolf's voice was not high, it was already resounding throughout the chamber, because his argument in this paragraph was well-founded and had to be convincing.

In addition, his deep voice gave people a calm performance, and many attendees couldn't help but nod.