80: Reasonable explanation

Xu Lao frowned deeply and asked, "Can this mission be assigned to someone else?"

Chen Dongchao shook his head and said, "Xu Ning is not only proficient in English, aka bo language, and russian, but his abilities are exactly what we need."

"We have a branch in Tuhachi that can be used as a cover, and crossing the border from there will be much easier than from other places."

"As the helmsman of Shanhai Industry, he has enough authority to make adjustments based on the actual situation."

"More importantly, he possesses top-tier technical research and development capabilities, and most of the company's current weapons and equipment are his brainchild."

"I believe, as he himself said, if he could see the structure of those strategic weapons with his own eyes, it would greatly assist his subsequent R&D work."

"Based on the above, it seems there really is no one more suitable than him."

After a moment of silence, Xu Lao's eyes became even more determined.

Chen Dongchao reported in a low voice, "Xu Lao, according to the information we have received, the 'tu-160' is very likely deployed at the Pripyat Air Force Base in Utono."

"Once they declare independence, the 'tu-160' will inevitably be left in Utono."

"Bang!"

Xu Lao slapped the table hard and stood up.

"Immediately form an elite security escort team."

"He can go, but Xu Ning's safety must be ensured!"

"Yes, Xu Lao."

Chen Dongchao replied firmly.

Hearing this, he knew the matter had been decided.

"Also."

Xu Lao paused and continued, "Tell him that if funds are insufficient, we can provide assistance using overseas funds."

"Remember, the deal may not happen, but he must return safely!"

"Yes, Xu Lao."

Xu Lao walked over to Chen Dongchao and patted him on the shoulder.

"Dongchao, you must tell him that although the aircraft carrier is important, his life is equally precious to us."

"Mountains will eventually be conquered, but only people can achieve this."

Chen Dongchao was momentarily stunned; this was the first time he had heard Xu Lao give such a high evaluation of someone.

...

Inside Shanhai Industry.

Xu Ning was still sitting in his office, holding the data on the Eagle Country's losses sent by Ambassador Hassan.

Chen Dongchao's call was delayed, so he began to read the data carefully.

For him, the state's support was crucial for this trip to Utono.

After all, that was Bear Country's territory, and its danger was greater than that of Iraq, although he had downplayed this danger to persuade others.

If he could get the state's support, the risk of this trip would be significantly reduced, at least ensuring his own safety.

In interactions between countries, messengers are not killed. With the state's endorsement, even if he encountered trouble, he could use his identity as an ambassador to save his life.

Even if he didn't get support...

He would still choose to go, because this opportunity was too attractive.

Seeking wealth in danger; the greater the risk, the higher the reward often is.

Regardless of the outcome of this mission, it would promote the development of Shanhai Industry and lay the foundation for the future strength of Rabbit Country.

Xu Ning turned over the pages of the document in his hand, his brows gradually furrowing.

The casualty figures were, as he expected, somewhat exaggerated.

According to such a battle damage ratio, the other side should have surrendered, not Saddam proactively seeking peace.

But this was not a problem, because such exaggerated data usually had a fixed pattern that was easy to identify.

Moreover, he had another document on his desk, intelligence obtained with Uncle Chao's help.

By comparing these two documents, he could basically estimate the actual number of casualties.

After repeated comparisons, he had more confidence in his previous guess about the simulator upgrade method.

Could the upgrade condition really be related to the number of direct deaths caused by the weapons he developed?

He carefully checked these data and found that only the number of direct deaths was close to his experience points.

Looking back, when he first tested the sniper grenade launcher, it did not increase his experience points.

He was very certain about this.

But when testing the [BH90 Type Tank], a few thieves happened to break in and were accidentally eliminated by a single shot.

It seemed that the experience points only started accumulating from that time.

Subsequently, he began selling weapons to Irako.

The first weapons sold were the [BH90 Air Defense Missile System], which shot down some stealth fighters, but the number of direct deaths was not large.

Afterward, the main targets intercepted were air defense missiles, which did not cause casualties.

Later, he gifted twenty tanks, and during that time, he did not check the simulator's experience points.

It wasn't until he later started the simulator, when he was testing the powered exoskeleton, that he remembered the experience points had not changed.

Wait...

Those tanks might not have been sent to the front line yet.

Xu Ning rubbed his temples and continued to think.

When Irako deployed the tanks to the front line, he was busy with Shanhai Industry matters.

He remembered that Hassan started looking for him urgently at that time, which should be because those tanks played a role, which was why he was so anxious.

Perhaps it was because the gifted tanks performed outstandingly, coupled with the subsequent tanks and armed helicopters sold being sent to the front line, that the experience points increased significantly.

The timeline also matches!

Looking at it this way, there is a reasonable explanation for the surge in experience points.

Afterward, Irako entered a period of ceasefire and rest, so his experience points barely changed during that time.

Of course, in addition to this possibility, there are other ways to upgrade.

This is a data record about destroyed weapons.

Initially, those thieves also held some homemade firearms.

The deployment of air defense weapons takes time. During those tense days, the enemy's large-scale air raids might be the reason for the surge in experience points. Later, as the situation stabilized, the growth of experience points also slowed down, and Xu Ning fell into thought.

If it is calculated based on the number of weapons destroyed, then it is understandable.

But if it is based on the number of casualties...

Such an upgrade method would be too cruel.

Does one really need to sacrifice countless lives to improve?

He sincerely hoped this was just his overinterpretation.

Alas, he still hoped it was calculated based on the number of weapons destroyed.

After the last upgrade, the experience point requirement directly increased tenfold.

It is estimated that for the next upgrade, even more experience points will be needed...

"Ring, ring, ring..."

Xu Ning's thoughts were interrupted by the ringing of a phone, but a smile immediately appeared on his face.

This was the call he had been waiting for.

Seeing the familiar number on the caller ID, he knew it was Chen Dongchao calling.

He took a deep breath and answered the phone, "Hello, Uncle Chao?"

A familiar voice came from the other end of the phone, "Kid, I've discussed it with the higher-ups."

"What's the result?" Xu Ning asked eagerly.

"They agreed."

"But before you go, come and see this old man of mine."

"I still want to play another game of chess with you."

Although Uncle Chao's tone was calm, Xu Ning heard reluctance and worry in it.

"Okay."