Interstellar president (6): So this laboratory was given by Mr. Zhou to his little lover to play with?

Zhou Qinghao saw Gu Juntian heading out, chuckled lightly, and followed him outside.

Since it was the lab he invested in, of course he had to take a look—plus, he brought along the team he had prepared to help Gu Juntian manage the lab.

For Zhou Qinghao, finding a few capable people was easy. He had sent a message to his assistant the previous night, and after getting in the car today, he gave a few more instructions.

By the time he arrived at the research park, the people he had arranged to help manage the lab were already waiting at the entrance.

Leading them was one of the secretaries from his secretary team, someone who had been working with him for several years—efficient and trustworthy.

“Cao Bo, from now on, you’ll help Gu Juntian manage the lab. I’ll transfer fifty million to the lab’s account first. Whenever he needs experimental materials, buy them for him. If he lacks researchers, help him recruit them. Just follow his lead,” Zhou Qinghao explained slowly. “But there are two things you must watch out for. First, this lab must not get involved in anything illegal. Second, keep an eye on him—there must be no flirty people hanging around him.”

“President Zhou, who is Gu Juntian?” Cao Bo had only received the assignment last night and didn’t know anything about Gu Juntian yet.

Zhou Qinghao replied, “He’s my boyfriend.”

Cao Bo was briefly stunned, then said, “Understood, President Zhou. I’ll make sure everything is handled properly.”

He hadn’t expected President Zhou—who had always been single—to suddenly have a boyfriend.

But he now understood what President Zhou meant.

He would keep a close eye on Gu Juntian and make sure there was nothing messy happening around him.

As for the results of the research—judging by President Zhou’s attitude, it was clear he didn’t have high expectations.

Which was understandable. These days, fewer and fewer people truly believed that genetic collapse syndrome could be cured.

Some even believed that suffering from genetic collapse syndrome was a punishment from the home planet, since humanity had destroyed and abandoned the very planet that gave them life.

Researching genetic collapse syndrome was likely just throwing money away, but President Zhou had money—and if he wanted to spend it to please his boyfriend, that wasn’t a big deal.

“Let’s go take a look at his lab,” Zhou Qinghao said, then walked forward ahead of the group.

Cao Bo and the others immediately followed. The group walked in neat formation, looking impressive.

People coming and going in the park instinctively made way for them when they saw the group. Many were curious—these people clearly weren’t ordinary. Where were they headed?

Was another boss coming to inspect their lab?

At the same time, Gu Juntian was inside the lab he had just rented, writing out a list of materials he needed.

Qin Zhao stood beside him watching. After a while, he said, “You don’t even know the format for writing a materials list, and you want to lead a lab? This lab should really be under my direction…”

Gu Juntian replied, “If you keep whining, I won’t hire you.”

Qin Zhao fell silent.

He really wanted a stable job. He still wanted to work in a lab and continue his research.

He wanted to find a way to completely cure genetic collapse syndrome.

Years ago, he had left Minghui’s lab because it didn’t allow him to conduct proper research.

But he hadn’t expected that after leaving Minghui, he wouldn’t even be able to get into another lab.

Even though Gu Juntian didn’t listen to him, this was his last hope. He could only endure for now.

He believed that once Gu Juntian ran into trouble, he would have no choice but to come to him—and that day wouldn’t be far off.

When that time came, he’d make sure to assert himself and let Gu Juntian see just how capable he was.

Qin Zhao felt cheerful as he thought about this.

Gu Juntian had no idea what Qin Zhao was thinking.

When the original owner was at Minghui, he had heard of Qin Zhao. Although Qin Zhao had been blacklisted by Minghui, his character and talent were not in question.

So, Gu Juntian intended to make Qin Zhao his assistant.

But now, seeing him in person, he felt this guy talked a bit too much.

Gu Juntian continued writing his list while pondering his research direction.

He didn’t plan to work on a cure for genetic collapse syndrome.

Zhou Qinghao’s genes had already begun to collapse; curing him was basically impossible.

The only way to restore Zhou Qinghao’s health was to unlock his gene lock.

Gu Juntian believed that before he transmigrated, he must’ve been someone important.

The original owner had never even considered unlocking a gene lock, but once he arrived, the idea came to him naturally.

Genetic collapse was irreversible, but with timely upgrades, one might gain an entirely new life.

So, what he planned to research wasn’t a drug to cure genetic collapse syndrome, but one that could unlock the human gene lock.

External forces could hardly stop genetic collapse, but the human body was extraordinary—under certain stimuli, it could self-heal.

However, this was a completely new field of research, and getting started would probably be difficult.

Fortunately, he wasn’t someone who feared difficulty.

With a 50-million budget, Gu Juntian added quite a few items to his list.

Qin Zhao stared at the list in disbelief: “You have this much money?”

Gu Juntian said, “I come from an ordinary family, I’m completely broke.”

Qin Zhao was stunned. “Then where did the money come from?”

Gu Juntian replied, “I’m a valuable person.”

Just as Qin Zhao was puzzled, the lab’s front door opened, and a group of people walked in.

They didn’t look ordinary at all—and leading them was none other than Zhou Qinghao, the famously wealthy bachelor of the Human Alliance!

This man was super rich!

Qin Zhao immediately stepped forward, wanting to persuade Zhou Qinghao to invest in him so he could continue his research.

At the same time, he felt a little regretful. Why hadn’t he taken better care of his appearance?

However, fast as Qin Zhao was, Gu Juntian was faster.

The moment Gu Juntian saw Zhou Qinghao, he rushed over. “Qinghao, you came to see me?”

Zhou Qinghao was really clingy. They had only been apart for a short time, and he had already come looking for him!

And today, Zhou Qinghao looked especially charming.

As he looked at Zhou Qinghao being surrounded by others, Gu Juntian’s heart raced and his whole body grew restless—he had the urge to battle it out with Zhou Qinghao.

But Zhou Qinghao had genetic collapse syndrome—he couldn’t possibly want to fight him. So… did he want to do something else with him?

Had he been led astray by Zhou Qinghao? Why were his thoughts full of this stuff?

Feeling conflicted, Gu Juntian casually glanced at the people around Zhou Qinghao.

Hmm, all subordinates. Nothing to worry about.

“Yes, I came to see you,” Zhou Qinghao said. Seeing Gu Juntian’s sparkling eyes looking at him made him feel great.

Even though this person was technically someone he had spent money to get, Gu Juntian probably liked him a little bit too.

He had money, and he wasn’t bad-looking—he should be easy to like.

That was enough for him. From the very beginning, he had never hoped to be with Gu Juntian for the long haul.

“My lab’s great, right? If you ever want to come by, you’re welcome anytime,” said Gu Juntian.

According to the original plot, in the upcoming period, Zhou Qinghao would go around indulging in food, drink, and entertainment, and even try out extreme sports.

He didn’t want Zhou Qinghao to go.

Indulging like that was unhealthy, and as for extreme sports—what if he got injured?

If it weren’t for worrying about affecting work, he’d want Zhou Qinghao to come to work with him every day.

“Alright,” Zhou Qinghao agreed, then introduced Cao Bo and the others to Gu Juntian.

“Qinghao, your arrangements are amazing!” After speaking, Gu Juntian turned to Cao Bo. “Let’s add each other as contacts. I’ll send you the materials list I wrote.”

While Gu Juntian and Cao Bo were adding each other, Qin Zhao finally found an opportunity to speak to Zhou Qinghao. “President Zhou, my name is Qin Zhao. Minghui’s best anti–genetic collapse drug was improved by me. President Zhou, I’ve got a new research direction now…”

He tried hard to promote himself, inching closer and closer to Zhou Qinghao.

“Zhou Qinghao is my sponsor,” Gu Juntian said as he pulled Qin Zhao back.

Qin Zhao replied, “President Zhou doesn’t have to be only your sponsor. He can be mine too.”

Gu Juntian said, “But President Zhou only likes me.” Then he kissed Zhou Qinghao on the cheek.

Qin Zhao was instantly stunned. Wait, the kind of sponsor Gu Juntian meant… was that kind?

Seeing his reaction, Gu Juntian introduced Qin Zhao to Zhou Qinghao: “Qinghao, this is my assistant, Qin Zhao.”

He needed experienced people to help him with research. Qin Zhao had to assist him so he could get started right away.

“Mm.” Zhou Qinghao smiled and nodded at Qin Zhao. “Nice to meet you.”

Qin Zhao gave an awkward laugh. “Hello, President Zhou.”

So this lab… was something President Zhou gave his little lover to play with? Could they really produce any results here?