What appeared before everyone's eyes were three dazzling stars that completely covered the surrounding starry sky.
Although the transparent wall was only a "projection" of the spacecraft, the interactive participants still felt a strong heat when they saw the three suns moving side by side.
The first to react were the donation group's astronauts.
They swiftly adjusted the equipment they had set up and aimed at the three stars in front of them. They then began their busy and serious work.
"As everyone can see."
Pointing at Alpha Centauri, Chen Yu began explaining, "The star closest to us is the legendary Alpha Centauri.
It is also known as Sagittarius Alpha C, and it is the third star in the Sagittarius Alpha Centauri system.
"It is a red dwarf with a diameter only 1.5 times that of Jupiter, and its mass is about one-eighth that of the Sun.
Through its bright red color, we can infer that its surface temperature does not exceed 2,500 degrees Celsius.
According to our current astronomical research, stars of this size should be the most numerous in the universe.
They account for more than 70% of the total number of stars in the universe.
"Meanwhile, the smaller a star is, the slower its nuclear fusion reaction will be. Hence, red dwarfs like Sagittarius Alpha C can have a lifespan of hundreds of billions or even trillions of years, far longer than the current age of the universe.
Therefore, humans have yet to discover a Red Dwarf that has entered an old age. "
"We are currently very close to it. It is roughly the distance between the Sun and Mars.
However, its diameter is too small. In our opinion, it isn't even as large as the two stars behind it. "
After saying so, Chen Yu pointed at the two stars "behind" the red dwarf and said, "Those two stars are the rulers of the Alpha Centauri system. They are Sagittarius Alpha A and Alpha B.
They are also known as Alpha Centauri A and B.
Both stars are extremely massive main-sequence stars. They are 1.1 and 0.907 times the mass of the Sun, respectively.
They form a stable binary star system that revolves and intertwines with each other. Incidentally, they also play with this red dwarf.
"They can be considered a happy family of three.
"In the universe, due to the gravitational disorder caused by the three-body problem, it is very difficult for systems with more than three stars to exist.
Hence, it is truly an incredible coincidence for a three-body system to appear closest to Earth.
And what's even more unbelievable is … "
Turning around, Chen Yu glanced at the interactive event participants who were attracted by his narration. He then waved his hand and constructed a three-dimensional projection of Alpha Centauri in midair. "In 2016, the European Southern Observatory actually discovered the only remaining planet in this red dwarf's habitable zone.
"What's even more incredible is that the planet in the habitable zone is a super-Earth with the same size, mass, weight, and density as Earth!
[F * ck?]
[Are they really the Trisolarans …?]
[Da Liu is awesome!]
[Liu's "The Three-Body Problem" was released in 2006, but this super-Earth was discovered in Europe in 2016.]
[That's why Da Liu is so awesome!]
[There's nothing wrong with this logic.]
[You're not wrong + 1]
[Quick, go and see if there are any Three Bodies!]
[If there really is an extraterrestrial civilization, wouldn't we be courting death by going up there?]
[Idiot! The UP's spaceship is already fully equipped with godly equipment! Don't you know who destroyed who?]
【23333。】
[I'm suddenly excited!
Go, go!]
"Since we've come to Alpha Centauri, searching for life is naturally one of our plans.
We've already spent a lot of time on the way here, so we won't waste any more time. Let's head straight to the super-Earth — Alpha Centauri B. "
After saying so, Chen Yu mentally operated the spacecraft, and the stationary spacecraft began moving once more, carrying the Earthlings from four light-years away.
"M-Mr. Chen, may I ask if we have a chance to disembark the spacecraft to collect rock samples?"
The NASA astronaut, who had been silent all this time, raised his hand and said in rusty Chinese, "It shouldn't take long."
"Of course."
After sending the astronaut a glance, Chen Yu turned to look at the other participants in the donation group. He then nodded and said, "It would be too extravagant to travel more than 400 million light-years just to take a few photos.
All participants with qualified spacesuits can land on the planet for exploration and sample collection.
"As for those friends who can't disembark the spacecraft, I will also look for some things on the planet. After disinfecting them, I will give them to you as souvenirs."
Hearing this, everyone, including Jack Ma, was momentarily stunned. Immediately afterward, joy overcame them.
"Really?"
"The UP is awesome!"
"We made a killing this time!"
"Hooray!"
[I'm jealous.]
[I wasn't even this jealous when my girlfriend called me when she cheated on me back then. Crap.]
[There are too many elements.
(Dog)]
[Grass is a type of plant.]
[He's insane …]
[I dare say that aside from Boss Ma, no one else's souvenirs will last more than three days.]
[Most people wouldn't dare accept a souvenir from the UP, right?]
[There's no helping it if it's a "voluntary" donation.]
Raising his wrist, Chen Yu looked at the crazed barrage of bullet comments. Chuckling, he said, "Look, other reviewers will randomly give their fans some reviewed products.
Due to the uniqueness of my review products, I can't give them to everyone. Instead, I'll take this opportunity to give them some Alpha Centauri's local specialties.
The 1,000 spots will be drawn in the bullet comment area.
Afterward, they will be delivered to you via express delivery. "
[Daddy!]
[Daddy!]
[Daddy, Daddy...]
[Whoever draws a spot, I'll buy it back at a high price.]
[One million.]
"I can't help but complain. Compared to the technological content of this spacecraft, the intelligent control of this spacecraft is truly lacking.
The spacecraft cannot operate automatically. Even when traveling at FTL speed, I have to constantly check the surrounding pulsars to prevent the spacecraft from deviating.
As for normal flight, there are more areas to operate. "
Tapping on his helmet, Chen Yu tried to relieve the slight swelling pain in his brain. "I dare say that its degree of automation is even inferior to China's high-speed rail.
Isn't it better to install an artificial intelligence inside? "
There was a huge difference between normal navigation and FTL navigation. However, due to the spacecraft's close proximity to the red dwarf, even with its "slow" speed, everyone could still clearly see the red dwarf's movements and changes.
"What a tiny star …" Hao Ren murmured.
Standing in place, Chen Yu leaned against the wall and stared at the red dwarf. "It's not much bigger than Jupiter.
If not for the flares it often erupts, what difference is there between it and a gaseous planet?
"However, it is also fortunate that its mass is small. Otherwise, if three sun-sized stars were here, it would really be a mess.
"Mhm... Everyone who wants to disembark from the spacecraft, start getting ready.
Pay attention. Don't stray too far away from me after landing on the planet's surface.
If you discover any abnormalities, shout for help immediately.
Oh, and connect the communicator and wireless transmission signal to my helmet while you're at it.
This way, I can determine your location at any time. "
Turning around, Chen Yu said a few words to the astronauts. He then silently pulled out the High-frequency Lightsaber and explained to the camera, "Once we disembark from the spacecraft, we will leave the protective layer. To prevent possible danger, I will disembark together with the other astronauts.
"Let's hope that we can successfully find the alien."
Four minutes later, the spacecraft successfully arrived above the rusty red planet.
If there really were intelligent creatures on the planet, then to them, a group of fathers was about to descend...