The launch of the Ark spacecraft was broadcast live around the world. More than a billion people watched this symbolic spacecraft launch on TV or in front of online media.
This time, humanity's step out of Earth was more determined and decisive than any previous time. This was no longer Armstrong's day trip to the moon.
Instead, it was the first step of Earth's civilization into space. Everyone was concerned about this launch. Originally, Tony Stark was the initiator of this plan and the designer of the Ark spacecraft.
He should have been the one to give the pre-launch ceremony and speech, but now Tony didn't seem to have any intention of going to Houston.
Therefore, the person giving the special speech on TV was temporarily replaced by an official from the Houston Space Center.
Li Jie absentmindedly watched the official's speech on TV, a bunch of meaningless words. It was nothing more than all kinds of nonsense that made people's blood boil.
There was nothing meaningful at all. Li Jie and Tony both felt sleepy. Peibo was currently giving a speech in the hall of Stark Industries.
This was because the launch of the Ark was an important step for Stark Industries, and it was necessary for the senior executives to give a speech to boost morale.
But now Tony wasn't in the mood to boost the company's morale today. He wore his steel armor and sat directly on the floor of his office.
"Do you think everyone will be happy today?" Tony looked at the excited official's speech on TV and said sarcastically.
"I think if Latvia didn't launch another spacecraft at the same time, then I think the UA and the other P5 countries would be very happy." Li Jie's tone was cold.
"But I don't know if the other countries will be happy. Because the P5 countries want to monopolize the moon development plan and exclude other countries. "
"Yes, my fault. I underestimated the ambition of politicians, "Tony said with a sigh.
"I thought that by drawing out the rules of the game, everyone could play according to the rules. Although this isn't 100% fair, at least everyone still has a chance. "
"But I didn't expect that the person who made the rules of the game would be the first to break the rules."
Li Jie ignored Tony's words. Instead, he looked at the countdown timer on the TV screen.
"Did other countries react to the incident in Latvia? About Russia's attack on 15 countries in Eastern Europe. Although Russia found a plausible excuse, "Li Jie suddenly brought up this topic.
"But the fact that Russia launched missiles at Latvia to attack their spacecraft, I'm afraid it's impossible to hide what Russia wants to do."
"Yes, if Russia's missile attack plan succeeds, then I'm afraid it will be better," Tony said with a frown.
"But Latvia not only blocked the Russian missile attack, but also fought back brilliantly in the subsequent counterattack." Speaking of this, Tony couldn't help but laugh. No one knew if he was mocking Russia or the P5.
"The alliance between Britain, France, and Germany should have torn apart the last fig leaf of the European Union. The seemingly strong European Union is now at the end of the road to collapse. "Li Jie touched his chin and organized his words to express his thoughts to Tony.
"With Latvia as the leader, the new Eastern European organization formed temporarily became the second largest force in Europe. And Latvia's resilience seems to have exceeded many countries' expectations. "Li Jie slowly analyzed, and Tony listened carefully.
"Now Durm has the ability to mine the moon, and at the same time, he has shown some of his military strength. He doesn't need to be very strong, he just needs to be able to maintain the current situation. Tony, what do you think Europe and even other Asian countries will do? "
"You mean they will form a new group that can compete with the P5? No, I think it will be a little difficult. The GDP and war potential of the P5 is higher than all the other countries on Earth combined. "Tony understood what Li Jie wanted to say.
It was nothing more than the countries that were rebuffed by the P5. When it came time to choose a side, would they choose to stand on Latvia's side.
"It's really difficult, but maybe there will be crazy leaders who will gamble like this for the fate of the country. But I think most people will still choose a wait-and-see attitude. It's a little early to choose a side. Unless it's a country that has a feud with Russia. "Tony continued to help Li Jie analyze.
"The real choice will not be now. You know, even if the Ark spacecraft successfully lands on the moon and the mining plan goes smoothly, I am afraid it will not return to Earth with the first batch of helium-3 until January or February next year."
"At that time, other countries will really prepare to choose a side. So I pessimistically predict that the war in Eastern Europe may calm down in the next month, as long as no leaders go crazy. "
"But the war will not stop. I'm afraid it will last as long as a year. And all countries may start to prepare for war. A year later will be the beginning of the real war. "
"At that time, the real terrible war will come. Not all leaders are rational. Any misfire at that time will trigger a global war."
"But a long-term war lasting a year is enough to turn several small countries in Eastern Europe into tribal countries." Li Jie's words were a little exaggerated, but it was a true portrayal of the war period.
At that time, there would be a lack of food and clothing, and the regression of civilization and technology was almost inevitable.
"Yes, this is why although your plan is dangerous, I still have no objection and am even willing to cooperate." Tony was referring to Li Jie's crazy plan to introduce an enemy to the earth.
"Do you think we have a chance to talk to Dum?" Li Jie's current thoughts were always beyond Tony's expectations.
"I don't think a dictator will negotiate with you calmly, and what qualifications do you have to negotiate with Dum?" Tony was not mocking Li Jie, but simply stating a simple truth.
"We now know what Dum wants to do. Although it's absurd, I'm afraid he really wants to resurrect his mother. But I've heard about resurrecting the dead. "Li Jie dug deep into his memory.
"Remember the Hand and Society from before? The beast we fought at the time came from Hell. And I've heard the archenemy of the Hand and Society, the leader of the Innocence Society, Stick, say something about the Hand and Society resurrecting the dead. "
"So you want to be one step ahead of Dum and find his mother's soul as a bargaining chip?" Tony's facial features were scrunched together.
"Why does this plan sound more like we're the bad guys? And Dum is a hero who saves his mother. "
"We're planning worse plans, Tony." Li Jie shook his head and said.
"I'm just making more thorough preparations and planning for our seemingly more evil plan. There are only two Ark Energy in the world right now."
"As long as we can control it, we can seize the lifeline of energy. It can also make our plan more secure. "
"No, no, not our plan, it's yours. It's your plan. I'm crazy. Why did I agree to a lunatic like you? "Tony was a little regretful.
"Nightcrawler, you're looking more and more like a supervillain now."
"Maybe. But I think I know where to find Kim Pyong and Dum now. Aim all the satellites that can be mobilized at the East Ocean. "Li Jie said.
"Take a good rest. It might not take long. We're going to experience an even more intense battle. "
Li Jie said as he prepared to leave Tony's office, because he knew who he should look for now.
"Are you really going to change the world?"
"Yes."
"Well, I wish you success, although I've failed for now." Tony whispered to Li Jie's receding figure.
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