I Got Rich in Period Fiction
Chapter 302: Travel to the Future

Chapter 302: Chapter 302: Travel to the Future

Xiu Yu wrapped his arms around her and kissed her deeply before releasing her and asking, "So, are you heading back now?"

"Yeah, I’m leaving right away. My classmates are waiting for me at the lab."

Reluctantly, Xiu Yu embraced her again. Then, as something came to mind, he excitedly said, "Little Qiao, the Spring Rain Tape Recorder has finally solved all its problems and will go into production next month."

"Really?" Qingyu was delighted as well. She looked up at Xiu Yu and sincerely praised, "You guys are the best."

Xiu Yu, bubbling with enthusiasm, took his wife to the study and brought out a sample. Casually inserting a cassette and pressing a button, a melodious song began to play through the speaker, sounding quite pleasant, almost like it was coming from a sound system.

Qingyu was completely clueless about these matters. Even if Xiu Yu explained it to her, she didn’t quite grasp it.

But her ignorance didn’t prevent Qingyu from conducting various experiments, discovering that it was even more user-friendly than the foreign brands. She just wondered how long it would last. Would it turn out to be a flash in the pan?

"...We’ve already tested it; there won’t be that kind of problem. No new product is perfect, but we’ve addressed the most critical issues, and the path forward should be easier now."

Qingyu nodded along. After some thought, Xiu Yu lowered his voice and said, "Qingyu, how much longer can you stay at home?"

Glancing at her watch, Qingyu replied, "I can stay for another hour."

Xiu Yu then took his wife out of the study. The kitchen was a bit chilly, so they put on slippers and sat cross-legged on the heated kang bed, with Xiu Yu pouring Qingyu a glass of water. He then spoke softly, "My grandfather wrote to me recently about something very important—developments in computer networking and communication tools."

Qingyu was somewhat shocked. After all, computers were one of the most advanced scientific inventions of the twentieth century.

Foreign countries had already started, and the 1980s were a critical period for the development of computer network technology.

But where was the foundation?

This couldn’t just be achieved with sheer enthusiasm; it required lots of technology and information. Then again, she thought, if an abacus can bring forth a mushroom cloud, what’s this in comparison?

"Are you in charge of this? Do you have too much on your plate? Can you handle it all?" Qingyu asked with concern.

It was always the competent who were burdened with more, her man was working too hard.

"I’m not mainly talking about that. Su Yunyao has submitted a plan, which outlines the development of computer networking technology and communication tools."

Qingyu was stunned once again. Su Yunyao, oh, she had been reborn, and she was not unfamiliar with this field, certainly more knowledgeable than Qingyu who was an amateur.

While she could operate them proficiently, her experience was merely in the financial sector. Qingyu didn’t understand this technology, and with Su Yunyao present, she dared not speak.

"How could this be such a coincidence? Has she studied abroad?" Qingyu asked, puzzled.

Xiu Yu nodded, "She went abroad to study for a year, which explains her good command of foreign languages. What puzzles me is that even if she did go abroad, she wasn’t exposed to this material. Also, her plan and research report are very detailed, logical, and persuasive, making a strong impact."

"Do you think there’s a problem?"

"Yeah. Do you think Su Yunyao might have a Space Device like yours?" Xiu Yu mused for a moment before asking.

Blinking, Qingyu replied, "I don’t know about that. Even if she did, except for the closest people to her, she wouldn’t tell, right?" She then moved closer and pinched Xiu Yu’s chin playfully, "Otherwise, why don’t you sacrifice some of your charm? Who knows, if she really does have a Space Device, she might even take you into it."

Xiu Yu held Qingyu’s hand, smiling helplessly, "You little rascal, I’m trying to discuss a serious matter with you. Don’t tease me."

"But in the end, only Su Yunyao herself knows what’s going on."

"If I hadn’t been in your Space Device, I might not have made this connection. But after that experience, I thought about how all scientific theories ultimately point to a profound existence. The past, the present, the future—if indeed there’s a tool that could freely traverse and shuttle through time, it’s not impossible to travel to the past or the future."

Qingyu watched Xiu Yu intently, though inside she had to admit, his guess was pretty close.

It was just a matter of phrasing it differently.

Xiu Yu weighed his words carefully, "If things really are as I suspect, that gives a reasonable explanation for the A-04 research project."

"You mean to say that Su Yunyao traveled to the future, stole your future scientific achievements, and then claimed them as her own?"

This time, Qingyu was genuinely confused. She had been led down a twisted path, even doubting whether Su Yunyao was reborn at all; it seemed possible she could travel to the future.

But if that were true, wouldn’t that be dangerous? If she really could travel to the future, with her level of disdain for Qingyu, what if she were to kill her?

Qingyu’s eyes widened in shock.

Now, everything Qingyu was thinking was written on her face.

Xiu Yu squeezed Qingyu’s hand, "Don’t be nervous, don’t be nervous. It was just a speculation, not necessarily the truth."

But in his heart, Xiu Yu knew: regardless of whether his speculation was correct, Su Yunyao was dangerous.

If her intentions were twisted, the outcomes of many scenarios were too ominous to contemplate.

"I’m not that worried. If she wanted to do something, if she really had that ability, how could I possibly be sitting here unharmed talking about her?" Qingyu remarked leisurely.

Xiu Yu nodded, "Indeed, Su Yunyao has the Su Family backing her, with seventy to eighty people. She has great respect for her older brother. Their family atmosphere is genuinely positive, and the siblings care for each other, so she won’t do anything reckless."

Thinking about everything Su Yunyao had said from the beginning to now, Qingyu felt reassured; Su Yunyao truly was reborn. She couldn’t traverse time to the future.

Xiu Yu declared, "So, I’ve decided to put her in charge of this project."

Qingyu applauded, "My man is really impressive. What a clever strategy."

With a smile on his face, Xiu Yu pulled Qingyu into his arms and kissed her for a long time before finally letting her go. He straightened her hair and her clothes, then filled a glass jar with pickles for Qingyu and saw his wife off on the truck. He stood at the base gate until the truck disappeared from view before turning back to the base.

The male classmates who had harbored a little interest in Qingyu had long given up. If she had been at their level or seemed attainable, they might have vied for her attention, but clearly, she had risen far beyond what they could aspire to reach.