Heh, the three Universal Civilizations really did that. It seems like they've made up their minds … "
In the reception room of the Black Star Palace, more than ten Beyond Grade As were gathered there. They all turned to look at the virtual screen on the wall of the room, which was broadcasting news about the three Universal Civilizations' declaration.
Everyone's expression was uncertain. Only Han Xiao held his chin with one hand, his face expressionless.
Bang!
The table was suddenly slammed. Everyone turned around and saw Kant with a gloomy expression, his fist embedded in the cracked table.
"The Mecha Empire wants to see the world burn, forcing us to waste a chance of the Sanctum Revival!"
Everyone present had unfriendly expressions.
Recently, there had been frequent military movements between the two sides. They were all core members of the association invited by Han Xiao and gathered in the Black Star Palace.
At first, everyone thought that this was another trick of the three Universal Civilizations, but when Han Xiao briefly explained to them how Manison's database was breached, they were shocked. On one hand, they were surprised that Manison had really developed the Virtual Mutiny Virus, and on the other hand, they were angry that Manison had leaked the experiment records and deliberately caused this situation.
With the Sanctum Revival as their foundation, they were not afraid of fighting, but the mentality of being willing and forced was different.
Originally, when the three Universal Civilizations invaded Manison's database, it was normal for the association to stand up for him. However, when the Virtual Mutiny Virus appeared, the situation changed. The association became the one in the wrong, and Manison most likely did it on purpose to drag them down.
Everyone had a lot of opinions about old Manison. After all, there was only one chance to revive, and no one wanted to use it too early.
"Black Star, what do we say this time? The three Universal Civilizations have exposed this matter. Is the association still going to stand up for Manison?" Kasuyi turned around. He did not have much of a reaction. Han Xiao had already told him about it.
Han Xiao stroked his chin and said in a low voice, "In my plan, the three Universal Civilizations have been exposed.
"In my imagination, the three Universal Civilizations have learned of the existence of the Virtual Mutiny Virus. There are several possible paths they could take, and what they're doing now fits one of them … Inform the galactic society, send an army to surround the Mechanical Race's territory, and threaten Manison to hand over the technology.
If the association protects the Mecha Empire and the virus technology, as long as the three Universal Civilizations push the public's opinion, the neutral image and reputation that the association has built will instantly plummet. At the same time, it's very likely that an all-out war will break out. The three Universal Civilizations should be mentally prepared for war. "
"Then, how about we give up on Manison? The situation now is different from before. I believe most of the members can understand. After all, we really don't know anything about the Virtual Mutiny Virus. The Mecha Empire broke the taboo, and it has nothing to do with us," someone said.
Han Xiao shook his head. "The three Universal Civilizations have been trying to kill the association for a long time, and public opinion has long been established. They've stirred up the fantasies and fanaticism of the Supers toward us. At this point, if we just give in like this, even if we have a legitimate reason, it'll still mean that we've lowered our head to the three Universal Civilizations. We'll probably lose our special guiding position among the Supers, and it'll be very difficult to make up for it afterward … To the three Universal Civilizations, dispelling the yearning and fantasies of the Supers toward the association is also a valuable result."
"You're not really going to make the association take the blame for Manison, are you? Why don't we insist that this is the three Universal Civilizations' fault, or we can say that the three Universal Civilizations started it first, and Manison only stole … "Sun Hunter's eyes widened.
Han Xiao interrupted him, waved his hand, and said, "They have a lot of evidence in their hands, and we're in a passive position. It'll be very difficult to make a false accusation, and it might even make the situation worse. Also, don't forget, in the eyes of many, there are some things that civilizations can touch but not civil organizations. Even if we say that the three Universal Civilizations developed it first, they don't need to explain too much. Plus, they can totally say that if the Mecha Empire didn't have ulterior motives, why would they steal this technology? It's too easy to find such reasons. "
As he said that, he paused for a while before continuing.
"The Mecha Empire gave us something to use against us, which is a dilemma for us. At this point, this matter has already gone beyond the level of words. Public opinion is just an addition. Either they give in, or we give in. Playing tricks won't be able to avoid the core of the problem. It all depends on whether we protect Manison or not, or whether we hand over the technology … I'll put it this way. We'll definitely protect him, but we won't hand over the technology. At most, we'll just have to beat around the bush."
Everyone exchanged glances.
"Then, what do you need us to do now?"
"I've already spoken to Manison. Your troops in the Primeval Star River will head to the Mechanical Race's territory and form a defensive perimeter, blocking the three Universal Civilizations' joint fleet midway. As for you guys, stay here and recuperate. I'll use the King to rush to the Primeval Star River. If a fight breaks out, I'll pull you guys over to help. "Han Xiao shook his head.
Hearing this, everyone had nothing else to say. They left the room with heavy thoughts. They still needed some time to digest the sudden change in situation.
Han Xiao leaned back in his chair, took out his communicator, and went online to take a look. The internet was currently in an uproar, snatching away all the attention.
The terror of the Virtual Mutiny Virus was deeply rooted in people's hearts, and the entire galactic society was in a state of panic. Almost everyone was cursing Manison for his wild ambition, saying that his actions had once again brought a threat to the universe.
After the Intelligent Plague incident, Manison's reputation had always been very bad. His original intention of developing this technology was to weaponize it, and almost all the galactic residents were terrified and angry.
Even Han Xiao himself was suspected of a conspiracy. His actions of destroying the virus core back then were questioned by countless people. Many people believed that if Black Star's thoughts were the same as before, he would have stood up to destroy or hand over the virus technology again. Otherwise, what he did back then might have been an act. He might have destroyed the technology on the surface to avoid the attention of the three Universal Civilizations while secretly working with Manison. Now, what was done could not be undone.
"Tsk …"
Han Xiao curled his lips and did not say anything. He closed the internet interface and gave Manison a call.
Very soon, Manison's figure appeared on the screen.
"Black Star, when are you leaving?" Manison went straight to the point.
"Wait a while." Han Xiao paused for a moment before saying expressionlessly, "Are you really not going to relocate the Mechanical Race?"
"No, let them surround us." Manison did not care.
"… Then wait for me to come over."
Han Xiao could not be bothered to talk to Manison anymore. He hung up the call, got up, and left the room.
…
In the next few days, the explored universe changed drastically. The joint fleet of the three Universal Civilizations headed toward the Mechanical Race's territory without hiding anything. The various forces that the association had left in the Primeval Star River also began to gather there.
Fleets from the Beyond Grade A organizations were on standby within half a day's distance from the Mechanical Race's territory. They sealed off the path to the Mechanical Race's territory, and no one was allowed to pass. They did not hide their intention — they formed a defensive circle to block the path of the joint fleet of the three Universal Civilizations.
At the same time, the association also made an announcement to the galactic society regarding the three Universal Civilizations' announcement.
"The association did not know about the Mecha Empire developing the Virtual Mutiny Virus and is currently investigating. As everyone knows, the association was created to mediate the conflicts between Beyond Grade As and restrict their actions. If it is confirmed that the Mecha Empire has indeed developed the Virtual Mutiny Virus technology, the association will definitely take measures to ensure that this technology will not harm the order of the galactic society.
"However, the association will not interfere with an individual's freedom of research, nor do we agree that any dangerous technology must be kept by the three Universal Civilizations. If the situation is true, the association will restrict Manison and ask him to seal this technology to ensure the safety of the galactic society.
"Furthermore, the association strongly opposes the military actions that the three Universal Civilizations are currently taking against Manison's people. This is an underhanded threat. We hope that the three Universal Civilizations will withdraw their troops immediately and not intensify the conflict. After the association completes the investigation, we will give the galactic society an answer. There is no need for the three Universal Civilizations to interfere."
As soon as this announcement was made, it once again caused an uproar in the galactic society.
Many people thought that the association would give in no matter what this time, but they did not expect them to be so stubborn.
Although the Beyond Grade A Association said that they were still investigating, their attitude of not giving in was already clear. They made it clear that this was their own matter, and they would not hand over the technology. They would not allow the three Universal Civilizations to interfere. Furthermore, they had a point … If the three Universal Civilizations could regulate it, so could the association.
The galactic residents trusted the three Universal Civilizations even more. However, since the association claimed that it would not harm the galactic society, even if many people doubted it, as a bystander who did not know the truth, they could not accuse the association of harboring evil intentions and planning to use this technology to do evil.
After all, the Beyond Grade A Association was not an ordinary civilian organization. It had a certain level of credibility. At the same time, the outside world could not be sure if Manison's personal research was ordered by the association. Therefore, at least the association's reason for rejecting the three Universal Civilizations was somewhat justified … As for whether they could really regulate it, it did not matter now.
The Supercluster Alliance, who was originally watching, jumped out again when they saw the opportunity and supported the association's decision. They expressed that there was no reason for them to hand over the technology to the three Universal Civilizations. This was just an excuse to steal other people's technology, and the three Universal Civilizations were trying to steal other people's technology …
It was not strange for them to do this. The Supercluster Alliance was probably the party that was most unwilling to see the three Universal Civilizations master the Virtual Mutiny Virus technology. If not for the fact that they felt that it was inappropriate, they would have recommended themselves to 'supervise' this technology as a third party.
Countless galactic residents felt that the situation in the world had changed too quickly. Not long ago, it was still a peaceful day, but in the blink of an eye, a war seemed to be breaking out.
While the entire universe was filled with tension, the joint fleet of the three Universal Civilizations finally came into contact with the defense circle built by the Beyond Grade A Association outside the Mechanical Race's territory.
…
In the bright starry sky, the enormous joint fleet was slowly advancing. The defense circle of the Mechanical Race's territory had already entered their field of vision.
The defense circle was made up of fleets, temporary star fortresses, and mobile satellite bases. At a glance, there seemed to be no end to it. The shining array of psionic shields formed a super-large protective shield that extended all the way out. It was like a wall made of energy, using this as a boundary to separate two areas.
In the command room of the main ship, fleet commander Simon Tagoma stood in front of the porthole and stared at the defense circle that was getting closer and closer.
He was a senior military officer of the Radiant Federation and was the commander of this joint fleet.
The adjutant looked at the radar screen and whispered, "Commander Simon, we've already arrived at the defense circle of the other party. They're blocking our path. Should we stop?"
Simon did not even turn his head and coldly said, "What's the order from above?"
"Surround the Mechanical Race's territory."
"Is this the Mechanical Race's territory?" Simon asked.
"No, it's not …"
"Then why should we stop?"
"Understood!" The adjutant took a deep breath and ordered in the channel with a deep voice, "Order all ships to continue forward and prepare for battle. If anyone continues to block us, clear them all!"
The order was quickly sent out, and the battleships of the joint fleet extended their cannons and aimed ahead, ready to fire at any time.
The front of the joint fleet gradually entered the range of the defense circle. The distance between the two sides was getting closer and closer, and the atmosphere in the command room became more and more tense. It was so quiet that one could hear a pin drop. Almost all the crew members held their breaths.
Ding!
At this time, a remote projection suddenly appeared in the command room. It was the military upper echelon of the Battle Command.
"Orders from above. The fleet is to stop advancing immediately."
"Stop." Simon raised his hand and clenched his fist.
The adjutant immediately passed down the order.
Very soon, the joint fleet slowly stopped and was only a short distance away from the defense circle. The battleships at the front could almost see their own crew members through the portholes.
Seeing this, the atmosphere in the command room relaxed, and everyone heaved a sigh of relief.
Simon turned to look at the projection of the military upper echelon and did not seem surprised at all. He calmly asked, "Any other orders from above?"
"… Spread out and surround them. Wait for orders and wait for the results of the negotiation."
…
At the same time, in the Mechanical Race's territory …
"You guessed right. The three Universal Civilizations aren't willing to start a conflict immediately."
Manison's Lord's Avatar looked at the remote screen, shook his head, and chuckled.
"The three Universal Civilizations definitely didn't send their fleet here to fight directly. If they really wanted to attack your Mechanical Race's territory, they would have used the Multi-Dimensional Sky Opening Transportation Device long ago. Plus, your main body isn't here, so there's not much use in attacking the Mechanical Race. This should be the last test."
Han Xiao sat opposite him, narrowed his eyes, and replied casually.
This place had become the center of the storm, and the entire universe was paying attention to the situation here. He had arrived not long ago, and the only Beyond Grade As here were him and Manison.
"Although they've made up their minds, they're still not decisive enough." Manison shook his head.
Han Xiao did not comment and turned to look at him. "Because of you, the situation has changed to this point. Don't you have anything to say?"
"… What do you want me to say? Do you still want to get off the boat now? "Manison paused.
"I've been tricked by you, so there's nothing to say. However, I'm here to help you, so you have to show a begging attitude, right?"
"Humph, weird. Do you like to see me lower my head that much?" Manison was not in a bad mood at this time, so he did not bother about this. He casually said, "Then, take it as me begging you. Help me solve this matter."
Han Xiao's eyes moved slightly. He glanced at the interface, and a strange smile appeared on his face before quickly disappearing.
He shook his chest muscles and slowly stood up.
"Let's go. It's my turn to personally meet our old boss."
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Book "Rebirth Ferocious" by the Rebirth Demon King
Introduction: Disaster, strange, xianxia, beast … After waking up, Lin Tianxiong has returned to being a teenager!
Evil Sect Elder, Patron, Dao Seeker, Killer … Random identities, endless journeys!
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