Time had no emotions. No matter how the scenery changed, it still did not look back and walked forward with the world in its arms.
The galactic society in the war-torn era was filled with countless upheavals, changing the lives of billions of people in different ways. Some took the initiative to join the tide of the era, some were involuntarily dragged into the vortex, and some were determined to wait for death, hiding in small buildings, not caring about spring, summer, autumn, or winter.
Demonstrations, independence, rebellions, political strife … Endless chain reactions spread across the various star fields. If one were to treat each eruption as a blooming flower, then the universe would be filled with a myriad of colors and blooming flowers.
The source of the storm was the 'Flickering War' between the three Universal Civilizations and the Supercluster Alliance. After the disappearance of the Immortals, the war became more and more intense, gradually transitioning from a proxy war to the participation of the regular army.
Even if both sides tacitly maintained a low-intensity war, the large group war of the advanced civilizations was not something that ordinary organizations had the ability to participate in.
The frontlines of the fourth exploration phase almost became forbidden zones. When the war machines of the advanced civilizations were activated, it was a vast power that was completely different from the strength of an individual. It was as if they had conquered the universe.
Facing the attacks of the regular army of the three Universal Civilizations, the Supercluster Alliance gradually lost ground due to the limited supply line. Their territory was taken away time and time again, and their frontline was constantly shrinking.
However, in this tide of the era, the Beyond Grade As were able to remain unmoved, and their days were very comfortable. They kept a low profile and developed with each other, slowly perfecting the interest network of the association, allowing the Beyond Grade A organizations of various industries to connect and form a huge interest network.
Han Xiao pretended not to see the intense fighting outside and announced that he would go into seclusion early on. Other than the regular Beyond Grade A meetings, he basically did not go out and stayed in the factory to study Jayz's technology treasures.
The Black Star Army's operations were already on the right track. The various departments were operating on their own and did not require his attention. The army used its own resources and cooperation with many parties to silently expand the various Star Fields and grow stronger. The rich profits became the expenses for the Great Mechanic Han's research. It was almost inexhaustible, and his ability to earn money was getting stronger and stronger.
With his current position, no one dared to provoke him. Only those who did not know the immensity of heaven and earth or those who were opportunistic could be dealt with by the army. There was no need to trouble Han Xiao.
The Primordial Ones of the Holy Covenant organization were all in seclusion. Manison, Sorokin, and the others with grudges were also busy with their own matters. No one disturbed him.
In this harmonious environment, the Han Technician was finally able to settle down and research the technology that he had been researching behind closed doors for several years.
During the research period, he even won the Stewart Peace Prize once and gained 1 Legend Point, maintaining the popularity of public opinion for a period of time.
High-level life forms had a different sense of time. They could extend one second subjectively by many times, and they could also pass ten days to half a month in the blink of an eye. Therefore, Han Xiao never felt bored as he wandered in the sea of knowledge. He was becoming more and more patient.
The situation in the universe was constantly changing, and the days passed in the flames of war. In the blink of an eye, it was Galaxy Calendar 738.
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In the Central Galaxy, in the territory of the Red Empire, in a secret military training base.
All the classes were stopped today. All the students and instructors gathered in the largest square, looking up at the large virtual screen that covered the sky.
The screen was divided into dozens of small windows, each showing a different image. Most of them were monitoring a glowing figure from different distances and angles.
One of the most macroscopic images showed a spherical mechanical satellite with energy circuits all over it, extending out densely packed chimney-like devices. Part of it was constantly absorbing the ubiquitous dark energy in the universe, while the other part was spitting out incandescent plasma energy. The energy circuits on the surface flickered non-stop as if it was breathing, as if it was some kind of energy circulation and conversion equipment.
If the people in the square looked at the other side of the sky, they would see several similar satellites floating above the base. One of them was operating, and it was the individual in the image.
This was the supporting facility of the training base. Its official name was' High Energy Life Form Sublimation Device ', but the students called it' Energy Gathering Tower '. It had a single purpose, which was to create a special environment through a specific energy conversion and accumulation method. It was used to help Calamity Grades take the crucial step and slightly increase their chances of breaking through to the Beyond Grade A realm.
Normally, this device would not be used even once in many years. Now, it finally welcomed a qualified user — the famous Gaud in the base.
After training in the base for many years, he had finally completed the accumulation. The quantitative change had reached a qualitative change, and he had officially taken the next step.
All the students and instructors came over to watch. They held their breaths and waited for the birth of a new Beyond Grade A.
In the image, the glowing figure was in the center of the energy vortex created by the device. His body swallowed the energy around him like a whale, pulling out colorful energy streams. The texture was like a fluttering gauze, but also like changing smoke. It looked dreamy.
After who knew how long, the figure seemed to have reached a saturated state and gradually stopped absorbing energy. The brightness of his body decreased, and all the energy was locked in his body, no longer being released.
The next moment, Gaud opened his eyes, and light shot out from his eyes. A second later, he retracted it.
His body moved, turned into a meteor, and flew out of the exit tunnel inside the device. Under everyone's gaze, he descended from the sky and hovered above the crowd.
"He did it!"
Deafening cheers rose from the square. Everyone present had witnessed the birth of a Beyond Grade A. They were all extremely excited.
This time, Gaud controlled his body to descend. As soon as he landed, the manager and chief instructor of the base came up to him with wrinkled faces.
"Congratulations, congratulations on stepping into the Beyond Grade A realm. You did not disappoint the dynasty!"
Back then, the two of them thought that Gaud would have a chance of breaking through to the Beyond Grade A realm in two to eight years. Now, Gaud had succeeded in four to five years. The promotion process was much smoother than they had imagined. Their guess had come true, and they were happier than anyone else.
Gaud moved his fingers as if he was familiarizing himself with his new strength. He casually asked, "The upper echelons of the dynasty should want to see me, right? When?"
"Yes, the Ruler is already waiting for you."
"Lead the way."
Gaud's tone was indifferent.
The students present were chased away by the instructors. Gaud changed his clothes and followed the manager to a high-class remote communication room.
Then, the manager left, leaving Gaud alone in the room.
Gaud operated the communication device, turned on the remote projection, and entered the preset channel. The next moment, his vision changed, and he was already in the Ruler's office. He immediately saw Uranril, who was sitting, and Clottey, who was standing.
"Congratulations on becoming a Beyond Grade A. The dynasty is proud of you." Uranril's tone was kind.
"Hello, Your Excellency Ruler." Gaud nodded.
"You've done well. The speed of your growth exceeded our expectations …"
Uranril gave him some encouragement. This was the patriotic education that every direct Beyond Grade A had to receive to encourage them to serve the dynasty.
After chatting for a while, Uranril quickly got down to business.
"Regarding your authority, benefits, and position, the dynasty will adjust it as soon as possible. Do you have any thoughts about your position?"
"My strength is not consolidated yet, so I don't want to take on a position for the time being. In the future … I feel that my ability is very suitable for scientific research. I hope to work in the dynasty's Academy of Science."
Gaud smiled faintly.
"Hmm, the dynasty will consider your opinion." Uranril nodded.
This time, Gaud narrowed his eyes and said, "Speaking of which, I'm already a Beyond Grade A. I wonder if we can start the plan for the Evolution Cube?"
Hearing this, Uranril paused.
Many years ago, the dynasty's upper echelons had secretly planned a plan, which was to wait for Gaud to step into the Beyond Grade A realm before using his Esper Ability to analyze the energy structure of the Evolution Cube. This way, there would be a chance to secretly crack part of the principles of the Evolution Cube, allowing the dynasty to obtain the technology as insurance.
However, plans could not keep up with changes. In the past few years, the Black Star Corps had been developing rapidly, and the cost of risks had been increasing. After Black Star became the Special Security Advisor of the three Universal Civilizations, this plan was put on hold indefinitely.
Uranril was silent for a few seconds before shaking her head. "This plan will not be implemented for the time being. We don't want to have any conflicts with Black Star, even if the chances are very low."
Gaud narrowed his eyes and asked, "Alright, then do I still receive the baptism of the Evolution Cube?"
"Yes. If you want it, submit an application. We'll arrange for you to be in the next fleet to go to the Flickering World to find Black Star to receive the baptism of the Evolution Cube."
As she spoke, Uranril paused before adding, "When you reach the Flickering World, make a trip to Planet Finn and join the Beyond Grade A Association. The dynasty needs more direct members in the association to help keep an eye on their movements."
Gaud's eyes sparkled. "Okay, I'll go."
The two of them continued to communicate for a while before ending the communication. From the beginning to the end, Clottey did not speak at all. He was like a statue.
Deactivating the remote projection, Gaud returned to his room. His eyes flickered. No one knew what he was thinking.
He stood there and thought for a while. Just as he was about to push open the door and leave, his private communicator suddenly rang. He received an encrypted communication request. It was from Bekorodi.
Gaud had been in contact with the hardliners for a long time. Bekorodi was one of the upper echelons of the hardliners in the military. After the plan was put on hold, the two of them had not contacted each other for a long time. Gaud was curious about the other party's intentions.
Very soon, the communication was connected.
"Gaud?"
"It's me. What's the matter?"
"Congratulations on becoming a Beyond Grade A. Do you still remember the original plan? Everything will proceed as usual. When you receive the baptism of the Evolution Cube, use your ability to analyze the principles of the Evolution Energy." In the encrypted channel, Bekorodi's voice was very blurry.
"Oh? That's not what the Ruler said. "Gaud was interested.
Bekorodi seemed to have expected this. He lowered his voice and said, "The Flickering War won't last long."
This answer did not seem right, but Gaud understood what the other party meant.
Now, everyone in the dynasty knew that Uranril was about to step down, and this would definitely happen after the war ended. By then, the new Ruler would take over and complete the transition of the highest authority.
Therefore, at the end of her term, Uranril's control over the upper echelons would inevitably slip. The identity of the new Ruler was strictly confidential to the outside world, but it was not a secret to people at Bekorodi's level.
Although Gaud did not know the identity of the new Ruler, he was eighty percent sure that Bekorodi had asked him to continue with the plan to analyze the Evolution Cube because he had received the new Ruler's permission.
Through this, Gaud could vaguely see that the next Ruler seemed to have a stronger desire for control. No wonder he was with the hardliners.
From another perspective, perhaps the new Ruler did not wish to carry out such a risky plan during his term, so he transferred the risk to the end of the previous Ruler's term.
Gaud narrowed his eyes and pondered for a while before slowly saying, "Got it. I'll think of something."
"Very good, it's up to you."
Bekorodi's words were concise and comprehensive as he hung up the phone.
Gaud did not take this matter to heart at all. He looked like he was reminiscing about something. He played with the communicator in his hand with an inexplicable emotion in his eyes.
"Black Star, we're finally going to meet again …"
…
A few days later, in the Army Commander's private factory in Black Star Palace …
Han Xiao, who was adjusting the machinery, suddenly received a report from Philip.
"Master, I've received the dynasty's new list of people to be baptized by the Evolution Cube, hum …"
Han Xiao did not even look up. He focused on operating the machine and casually said, "Is there anyone worth paying attention to?"
"Yes, there's a new dynasty direct Beyond Grade A on the list this time. His name is Gaud, hum …"
Han Xiao suddenly stopped what he was doing.
"Gaud?"
He put down the work in his hands, opened the list, and looked at Gaud's basic information. His eyes narrowed, and memories surfaced in his mind.
"I think I met him a few times when we were fighting the Kunde Race a few decades ago. I have some impression of him. I think he was just an adjutant back then …"
Strange, this guy actually became a Beyond Grade A Super. There was no such person in my previous life. Could it be my butterfly effect again?
Han Xiao's lips curled up.
"Interesting. When this guy arrives, I'll go and find out what's going on."
Anyway, no matter who the other party was, since there was no such Beyond Grade A in his previous life, it meant that there were secrets on this person. He might even encounter a hidden mission, so there was no reason for him to let it go.
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