I handed over to another world

The Deep Explorer reports are submitted every two weeks, so the Red Dragon Association was already aware of it when the Deep Explorer first discovered Sora. However, in keeping with the Red Dragon Association's usual cautious attitude, they insisted on allowing the Deep Explorer to conduct intelligent mechanical exploration, and real people should not go down easily.

As a result, the captain of the Deep Explorer completed half of the task. After the exploration, the intelligent machines quickly established contact with the planet.

Even in the end, the Deep Explorer successfully solved the "black tide" problem for Sora, which made them a well-known presence on Sora.

At this time, the Red Dragon Association was also full of concerns about the Deep Explorer's aggressive behavior.

After Li Tianyun learned that their ship, which had traveled the farthest, had done such a thing in this place, he was at a loss for a moment and didn't know how to deal with it.

A small-scale meeting of the Red Dragon Association to discuss the Deep Explorer began under the chairmanship of Li Tianyun. Regarding the current situation of the Deep Explorer, the association had two completely different attitudes.

On the one hand, some people, represented by Li Tianyun and Chen Lin, believed that although the actions of the Deep Explorer violated the Red Dragon Association's principle of prudence, they objectively opened up new possibilities for the association.

They believe that the success of the Deep Explorer on Sora proves the feasibility of humans establishing friendly relations with extraterrestrial civilizations.

The Red Dragon Association should next commend the Deep Explorer's actions, and support their subsequent actions to a certain extent - such as dispatching more advanced starships to provide supplies and personnel replacement. Currently, the Red Dragon Association's starship technology is indeed improving steadily. The starship scientific research projects at Anyun Base, as well as the outpost bases and even on Earth are all manufacturing new starships in full swing.

The Deep Explorer is a scientific research vessel built by the Red Dragon Association a few years ago. A huge amount of super technology has been used on the ship itself. In fact, the various technological contents contained on it have completely surpassed the technological power possessed by 99% of the associations on the earth.

But compared with the Red Dragon Association's current brand new starships, these things are still outdated.

Before leaving Anyun Base, Chen Lin had already learned that the starship manufacturing at Anyun Base had made a key breakthrough, and the speed of some starships could even be increased directly to one tenth of the speed of light - this was already an amazing operation!
"I actually support them doing this. Although the operation of the Deep Explorer was not carried out in accordance with the regulations, they are after all very far away from our planet. They are the first group of explorers to go so far, and we should recognize their brave behavior."

Li Tianyun nodded, agreeing with Chen Lin's words.

"You are right, Vice President Chen."

"The adventurous spirit of the Deep Explorers is a valuable asset to our Red Dragon Association. Every step they take in the unknown universe brings new possibilities and hope to mankind... We cannot deny their achievements simply because their actions deviate from established norms."

"We can't do what we did in the past. Once a problem occurs, we immediately prepare to replace them all."

President Li said in a deep voice: "What's more, they are in such a distant galaxy. Are we going to spend a huge amount of money to catch up with them and replace them?"

"With a phase portal."

Vice President Zhao frowned. Although he had always been conservative, he had to acknowledge the contribution of the Deep Explorer.

“So how can we support them?”

"If we send more advanced starships for supplies and personnel replacement, we must ask them to open the phase transmission gate, but we must ensure that such support does not bring new risks."

"You have to know that Sora itself is not a normal planet. We don't actually know whether most of the things on that planet are safe. The exploration work of the Deep Explorer has not been completed!"

Chen Lin, who was sitting opposite, thought for a while, then slowly said to Vice President Zhao: "I suggest that we send the latest Beta-class starship to provide support."

"The Beta-class starship is not only incredibly fast, but also equipped with the latest defense and detection systems, which can provide strong support for the Deep Explorer... If possible, I also suggest sending some top scientific researchers and diplomats to the Deep Explorer to help it better communicate with the Sora civilization."

"As for the phase portal, I think we shouldn't rush to open it for now. Our final resort is the phase portal on the Deep Explorer, but that device can only be activated for twenty minutes and is still used for emergency escape."

The people on the scene looked at each other, and then Vice President Zhao said, "I think this is a compromise, but before that, we still need to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the Deep Explorer to ensure that their system can be seamlessly connected with our new ship."

"I agree with Vice President Zhao. A detailed emergency plan is very necessary, mainly just in case!"

"I also agree to conduct an assessment and develop an emergency plan... We must support the expedition of the Deep Explorer while ensuring that the safety and interests of the Red Dragon Association are not compromised."

Vice President Zhao does not think that all this is a good thing. He believes that the trading activities of the Deep Explorer may bring unknown risks to the Red Dragon Association.

Although the solution to the Kuroshio problem has won reputation for the Deep Explorer, it may also cause the civilization of Sora to have too high expectations of humans, which may lead to a crisis of trust if unsolvable problems arise in the future.

He suggested that the Deep Explorer should be warned at the same time and asked to immediately stop in-depth contact with Sora to prevent uncontrollable problems from occurring.

……

"Your term of office is about to end."

During the break in the meeting, Chen Lin chatted with Chairman Li while smoking, "Does Vice Chairman Zhao look like a candidate for the next term?"

Li Tianyun was silent for a few seconds, then he said, "In fact, the association has not yet given a clear answer. Several people selected before were later proven to be unsuitable."

"Can't you stay in this position for a few more years?"

Chen Lin asked Li Tianyun, "Everything is stable now. The situation is much better than before. Your prestige is also sufficient."

Li Tianyun smiled and shook his head: "Retreat while the tide is still flowing, young man!"

"The Red Dragon Association is about to enter the interstellar era. I have been in this position for eight years. According to the previous rules and regulations, being able to sit in this position of the head of the Red Dragon Association for eight years is actually very impressive."

President Li said to Chen Lin, "If we sit down any longer, won't it be the same as the situation at the Grizzlies Association? This is not allowed in the association."

"Vice President Zhao is supported by a group of interest groups. There are three people in the association's top leadership who support him, but they haven't yet formed a numerical advantage."

Li Tianyun put out his cigarette and said to Chen Lin, "The people on my side can't reach a consensus at the moment, but they are not very satisfied with Vice President Zhao, so the situation is temporarily at a stalemate."

Chen Lin frowned, obviously aware of some of the struggles within the association.

"Although Vice President Zhao is capable, his views are sometimes too conservative. I'm not sure if he can lead the association to a broader interstellar stage... In this situation, the Red Dragon Association itself should be more radical, right?"

Li Tianyun took a deep breath. "Vice President Zhao does have his own supporters, but the future of the Red Dragon Association should not be determined by the will of a few people... What we need is a leader who can unite everyone and lead the association forward. This is not an easy job."

"I have actually been watching for the past few years, hoping to find a suitable candidate."

Chen Lin asked curiously: "Do you have a suitable candidate in mind?"

Li Tianyun smiled slightly and replied: "Not yet, so this is the big problem."

"Based on the current reserve talent of the association, there is no one who perfectly meets our needs. It is difficult to really select a suitable candidate to succeed me as the president of the association."

After Li Tianyun finished speaking, he looked directly at Chen Lin, his eyes revealing a hint of seriousness and expectation.

"Wait... President Li, you are not planning to let me take your position in the future, right?"

Chen Lin frowned slightly and said to Li Tianyun, "I can't do this. When I was the head of Anyun Base, I didn't want to stay there for long. I told you several times to run away. Don't forget it!"

"Vice President Chen is very modest."

Li Tianyun said with a smile, "You never do anything you are not sure of. I know you may feel that your experience and qualifications are not enough to take on the responsibility of the president, so I rejected this idea without hesitation."

"You just mentioned the matter of being the person in charge of the Anyun base. Have you forgotten the good things you did after you adapted?"

President Li said slowly, "Potential is sometimes more important than experience. You have extraordinary insight and innovative spirit, which are what the Red Dragon Association needs in the future... In addition, everyone in the association knows that you are the core member who opened the portal to the other world, so you have a great reputation!"

Chen Lin was a little surprised. He didn't expect Li Tianyun to value him so much.

"President Lee, I am truly honored...but I am worried that I am not qualified for such a position."

Li Tianyun waved his hand.

"I know what you're thinking, but remember, I was young once, and I doubted my abilities, too."

"but,"

“The key to this position is actually whether you have a willingness to learn and grow.”

"If the Red Dragon Association is willing to allocate a large amount of resources to you, and even a large number of veterans from the Red Dragon Association have spent decades training you... do you think you can handle this position?"

Chen Lin fell silent after hearing what Li Tianyun said.

He originally thought that Li Tianyun wanted him to take over his position, but he didn't expect that Li Tianyun's ultimate intention was to train him and make him the future head of the Red Dragon Association. The time for this was actually not [certain]!

Chen Lin was silent for a long time, and Li Tianyun's words surged in his heart.

Chen Lin does possess the qualities that Li Tianyun mentioned, but he also knows what Li Tianyun's position represents - sitting in this position means more responsibilities and challenges!

He really didn't dare to take this position rashly. He might become a sinner by then. He would go from being a super figure praised by the whole association to being a person with mixed reviews or even only criticism. Chen Lin didn't think he had such a big heart at this moment.

"I think I need some time to think about this."

"This is not a small decision, nor is it a judgment question. There are too many things involved, and I have to sort them out carefully."

Li Tianyun nodded, "Of course, I'll give you time."

"You are in a very good position now. The vice president can ensure that you are more involved in the core affairs of the association, so that you can not only better understand the operation of the association, but also grow faster."

“Although talent is important, experience is also indispensable.”

"I see."

Li Tianyun stood up and patted Chen Lin on the shoulder.

"Think it over carefully after you go back, and don't make a decision so hastily... If you really think you won't be able to take on this position in the future, tell me clearly, and I won't force you."

"But from my personal point of view, and even from the perspective of some people in the association, you, Chen Lin, have the potential."

The break of the meeting soon came, and Chen Lin walked back with the crowd. He knew that the next half would determine the fate of the Deep Explorer. What kind of fate this extraterritorial exploration starship would face was actually something that this group of people could control.

At first, Chen Lin might have felt that working in a high position would be very comfortable, but as soon as he said this, the entire association was shaken.

But when Chen Lin really sat very close to this position, he truly realized the difficulty of this position.

The experience of being the head of Anyun Base gave Chen Lin a lot of relevant experience, and the position of vice president made him know the basic operating rules of the entire Red Dragon Association's top management...

If Li Tianyun really wants to take his position in the future, it actually shouldn't be a problem.

Chen Lin picked up the teacup and slowly took a sip of tea. His eyes went straight to Vice President Zhao.

This man is already over sixty years old. Although he behaves quite conservatively, he does not do this to make the Red Dragon Association a special place. On the contrary, as a representative of conservative forces, once he comes to power, he will only make the entire association more "Red Dragon-like".

He suddenly realized that some of his original ideas were wrong.

The world is not black and white, but complex. (End of this chapter)