GBP Chapter 132 The project is codenamed "New Dawn"
Chapter 132 The project is codenamed "New Dawn"
"Which project?" Su Ming pretended to know nothing.
"It's about that new material project. I heard they're close to a breakthrough." My colleague lowered his voice. "I heard a few senior executives discussing it outside the conference room last time. It seems like there's some big cooperation going on with the government."
"Oh, really?" Su Ming responded with feigned surprise. "I've just arrived and haven't had much exposure to the core content, but it does sound very important."
"That's right! I heard that once this thing is successfully developed, it will not only make waves in the domestic market, but will also have a huge impact internationally." Another colleague joined the discussion. "I just find it strange why the confidentiality is so strict that even our own employees can't have access to it."
Su Ming silently memorized this information. Clearly, Tianheng Technology's new materials project was no simple undertaking, likely involving sensitive areas and potentially even national security. He decided to investigate further.
That night, Su Ming didn't go home, but stayed at the company to work overtime. He used the excuse of sorting out project documents to stay in the empty office. It was late at night, the silence broken only by the occasional elevator clatter. The lights in the office area had been dimmed, leaving only the computer screen on his desk still lit.
"Now is the best time to take action." Su Ming thought to himself. He took out a special authority card, which was prepared for him by the Shadow Bureau. It could temporarily bypass the company's internal security system and enter the core database.
Su Ming took a deep breath, inserted his access card into the computer port, and quickly logged into the company's internal system. He knew that this access card would only be used for a short time, but it was enough for him to complete the next task.
After logging into the system, Su Ming skillfully manipulated the mouse and keyboard, using the privileges of the permission card to temporarily gain super administrator privileges. His fingers tapped rapidly on the keyboard, his eyes fixed on the screen, his heart filled with anticipation.
Soon, Su Ming successfully accessed the R&D department's core database. A large number of encrypted files popped up on the screen. These files were heavily protected, accessible only to a select few. Su Ming was one of them.
His eyes locked on the encrypted files, and excitement welled up in his heart. These files were exactly what he had been dreaming of, containing data and information about the company's latest research and development projects.
Without hesitation, Su Ming clicked to open the first encrypted file and waited for the decryption program to run. He nervously watched the progress bar slowly tick by, each second seeming to stretch so long. Finally, the file was successfully decrypted, revealing a dense web of code and data.
He quickly scanned the contents of the document, amazed. The data showcased the company's remarkable achievements in technology and its vision for future advancements. Even more astonishing, however, was the discovery of secrets hidden within the data.
These secrets involved the company's business strategies, intelligence on competitors, and even some unknown experimental projects. Su Ming realized that this information was of great value to him and could help him better understand the company's operations and find ways to deal with crises.
But at the same time, he understood that this information could get him into trouble. If the company discovered that he had privately accessed these documents, the consequences would be disastrous. Therefore, he had to handle this issue carefully, ensuring that his actions would not arouse any suspicion.
"Start decrypting." Su Ming launched the decryption program provided by the Shadow Bureau. This program could quickly crack the multi-layered encryption algorithm and restore the file to its original data. A detailed project report appeared on the screen. Su Ming stared at the contents intently. The project, codenamed "New Dawn," aimed to develop an ultra-light, high-strength composite material with applications not only in aerospace but also in military equipment and defense systems.
"Sure enough, this isn't just any business project." Su Ming's heart sank. He realized that this project was likely related to the military industry, and any technology related to the military industry meant both huge profits and extremely high risks. A notification from the Shadow Bureau came through his earphones: "Attention, someone is approaching your office area."
Su Ming immediately closed all windows and quickly retrieved the permission card, pretending to sort through documents. A few seconds later, the office door opened and Mr. Li, the head of the R&D department, walked in.
"Su Ming, are you still working overtime?" There was a hint of surprise and suspicion in Mr. Li's voice.
"Yes, Mr. Li, I want to familiarize myself with the project content as soon as possible so that I can prepare for tomorrow's meeting." Su Ming answered with a smile, but he was secretly alert in his heart.
"You're still so dedicated so late at night. That's good." Mr. Li nodded, but his eyes lingered on Su Ming's computer screen for a moment. "However, the company stipulates that you should rest well after working overtime and don't overwork yourself."
"I will. Thank you for your concern, Mr. Li." Su Ming remained calm, tidied up the documents on the table, and turned off the computer.
Mr. Li said nothing more and turned to leave the office. Su Ming watched him leave and breathed a sigh of relief. He knew he had been on the brink of danger. If he had logged out a few seconds later, Mr. Li might have discovered him.
“Some people in the company have started to notice me, and I have to be more careful.
The next day, Su Ming arrived at the company as usual, as if nothing had happened the previous night. The R&D department's work pace remained intense and orderly, and no one suspected his actions the previous night. He would have to be even more cautious with every step he took.
At lunchtime, Su Ming once again visited the company cafeteria. This time, he deliberately chose a seat near a window, from which he could clearly see the company's main entrance and the people coming and going. Suddenly, his eyes were caught by a black car parked at the company entrance. Several people got out of the car. They were dressed in black suits and had serious expressions. They were obviously not ordinary visitors.
"Who are those people?" Su Ming wondered inwardly. He decided to hold off for now and continue observing. Mr. Li led the group into the R&D office. Although at a distance, Su Ming could still sense an unusual aura about them. They looked like government officials or some special law enforcement agency.
"Something might be wrong within the company." Su Ming's suspicions grew more certain. He noticed the atmosphere in the R&D department had grown tense, with security measures tightened, even the behavior of ordinary employees being monitored. This change made him realize he was getting closer to the truth.
"Su Ming, there is an important project briefing tomorrow morning and you have to attend." One evening when it was almost time to get off work, Mr. Li walked to Su Ming's desk with a tone that implied that no one could refuse.
"Okay, I'll be ready." Su Ming nodded in agreement, but he began to think about the significance of this meeting.
During the investigation,
Su Ming sat in a cafe across from Tianheng Technology, gazing thoughtfully out the window. The investigations of the past few days had left him with doubts. The company's security measures were becoming increasingly stringent, with even every movement in the R&D department being strictly monitored. All of this made him feel like he was heading towards an extremely dangerous abyss.
"The goal might be more complex than I imagined," he pondered silently, his fingers tapping lightly on the table. Suddenly, his phone vibrated, and an encrypted message popped up on the screen: "A partner with the same goal as you will meet with you. Codename: 'White Dove.'"
"Partner? This kind of arrangement is not common in his missions. The Shadow Bureau usually lets him act alone and rarely arranges for other people to intervene. Obviously, the situation this time is unusual. Su Ming arrived at a bar called "Night" on time. The bar is located on a secluded street in the city center. It looks low-key on the outside, but it has a different world inside. With dim lights and low music, the people in the bar are immersed in their own world. Su Ming saw Lin Yue sitting in the corner at a glance.