The World Tree moved overnight, so the idea of causing a ruckus naturally fell through. Han Xiao left behind a batch of mechanical troops in this Star Field that had regained its emptiness before retracting his Lord's Avatar.
With the World Tree's mechanism, as long as it was not interfered with, their base camp could be built in any area of the universe. They had destroyed many civilizations over the years and had the coordinates of many areas. They could just find a place that they had already turned into a desolate universe belt and move there.
The migration process had a certain impact on their invasion at the frontline, causing a slight gap in support. Han Xiao told the three Universal Civilizations about this.
After learning that the World Tree was scared by Han Xiao alone, the three leaders were shocked and ordered the strategic command center to make the corresponding adjustments.
The flames of war raged throughout the explored universe, and more than a month passed quickly. Under the attacks of the Galactic Alliance Army, the first wave of the World Tree's invasion finally stopped.
Although the World Tree's arrival was fierce and caused quite a bit of panic in the galactic society, in terms of actual benefits, the first wave of the World Tree's invasion did not cause much damage. Most of the invading teams were intercepted by the Galactic Alliance Army. Although they had devoured some planets, this number was just a drop in the ocean to the entire explored universe. Furthermore, they were scattered everywhere.
Although the three Universal Civilizations did not have powerful defensive equipment like the Information Form Warning Network and the World Tree Express, the Multi-Dimensional Sky Opening Transportation Device was also sharp, allowing the Galactic Alliance Army to have extremely strong military mobility. As long as they discovered an invader somewhere, they could instantly send reinforcements.
If it were any other civilization, they would be extremely passive in the face of the World Tree's unpredictable harassment and invasion. This was the war of attrition that the World Tree was good at, and the technology of the three Universal Civilizations countered the World Tree's usual tactics, preventing it from achieving the best effect.
Of course, although the first wave of the World Tree's invasion was repelled, there were still many World Tree fleets left in the galactic society. Was this the weakness of the three Universal Civilizations?
Did they not have a sharp enough monitoring device?
Although the reinforcements were very fast, as long as the World Tree fleet hid and did not appear?
It was very difficult for them to lock onto the enemy in their territory.
After resolving the current emergency?
The upper echelons of the Galactic Alliance Army invited the various officers and the upper echelons of the Beyond Grade A Association to hold a strategy meeting to analyze and summarize the current situation?
They discussed the follow-up actions.
"… Although the traitor leaked the information, causing the World Tree to invade the entire territory?
But our situation is not as bad as we thought it would be?
The vast territory and the extremely fast speed of reinforcements are the two things we rely on to maintain the situation. They have already played an important role in the war. "
Teny pointed at the 3D star map on the table and summarized the current situation.
Many participants had the same star map model floating in front of them, displaying the current strategic deployment.
"According to the statistics?
Most of the targets of the World Tree invasion are military facilities, resource planets, civilization mother planets, and Beyond Grade A territories?
From this, it can be seen that the World Tree's primary strategic intention is to destroy our productivity and social stability … However, at present, the World Tree has not succeeded many times. We have already secretly moved important facilities in the early years. Some of the information leaked by the traitor is outdated. "
Teny spoke frankly.
The Star Alliance Observers were too low-key, so they could only obtain general information from the Internet?
Therefore, the information was lagging behind. Therefore, some confidential information of an advanced civilization?
The Star Alliance observers naturally had no way of knowing. The most valuable information they had leaked to the World Tree?
It was still a star map and space coordinates.
"Does this mean that the traitor's status is not high?" an officer asked.
"Not necessarily, maybe it's just a disguise," another person retorted.
Teny interrupted them?
Coughed dryly?
He said, "Cough?
As for the traitor, we have other people in charge. We don't need to discuss this matter. Let's get back to the main topic … Our intercepting efficiency is not bad, and it's all thanks to the support of His Excellency Black Star and the Beyond Grade A Association. Otherwise, the high-level combatants of the World Tree would have been able to wreak havoc for a long time. "
Hearing this, the officers turned around and nodded at the representatives of the Beyond Grade A Association, sending out a friendly signal.
Han Xiao nodded and said, "This time, we have annihilated many World Tree experts. They will need at least a year or two to make a comeback."
His Mechanical Oracles had cooperated with the Beyond Grade As of the association, the direct descendants, and the Holy Covenant to eliminate a large number of high-level combatants of the World Tree. They had sent at least two to three hundred people to be watered and would not be able to return anytime soon.
Some of the foreign experts encountered Han Xiao's Lord's Avatar and were hit by [Virtual Purification-Restore]. They self-destructed on the spot and turned into fireworks.
Other than dying in battle, there were also some high-level combatants of the World Tree that were used by Han Xiao to test the effect of [Information Form Obliteration] or sealed by the Spacetime Amber to become his collection. There were about thirty of them. The World Tree had permanently lost these powerful individuals and could no longer revive. It could be considered a loss.
Due to the division of the battlefront, some Beyond Grade As on the three Universal Civilizations' side had also died. They were listed on the Soul Comfort Monument set up by the three Universal Civilizations and recorded a new number of deaths.
Teny then turned to look at Manison and said with a deep voice, "The Mechanical Race's territory was also the focus of the invasion this time. We did not arrive in time to provide reinforcements. Fortunately, Your Excellency the Mecha Empire repelled the enemy. I apologize to you here."
"It's just a small matter. It's not worth mentioning." Manison waved his hand and said calmly.
Everyone had a strange expression.
Manison was one of them. He had hidden an extremely large armed Mech Legion in the Mechanical Race's territory. He did not need the support of the Galactic Alliance Army and destroyed the World Tree invaders on his own. The strength he displayed was shocking.
Although Manison was no longer the face of the Mechanic class, the wealth he had accumulated over the years was not just for show. Among the Beyond Grade As, he still had a lot of weight.
This time, an officer suddenly said thoughtfully, "Speaking of which, the Supercluster Alliance also contributed a lot this time. They sent a large number of troops to provide support."
"Speaking of which, I thought of something abnormal. The World Tree's invasion seemed to have deliberately avoided the territory of the Supercluster Alliance and only harassed them on a small scale. That's why the Supercluster was able to help."
"It's indeed a little strange …"
The officers had strange expressions.
In their eyes, the World Tree did not treat the Supercluster Alliance as an invader, which was a little strange. For some reason, it gave them a feeling that they were in cahoots with each other. The suspicion of being a traitor was not small. However, the Supercluster Alliance did not just stand by and watch. Instead, they took the initiative to provide support to the Galactic Alliance Army. This was another good action, which confused many of the upper echelons of the military.
The Supercluster Alliance did this to fulfill their agreement with Han Xiao. If they did not take the initiative to provide support, the three Universal Civilizations would have been even more suspicious of them. Now, they were more confused than doubtful, and there were no signs of internal strife for the time being.
Listening to everyone's discussion, Han Xiao's expression remained the same. He had persuaded the Super Star Cluster Alliance and barely suppressed the intensification of the internal suspicions. However, he did not intend to say it out loud, hiding his achievements and fame.
At this time, Commander Simon took over the conversation and stopped the discussion in this regard. He pulled back to the main topic and said,
"Currently, there are two problems that we need to pay attention to. One is to clean up the hibernating World Tree invaders. Most of their troops have been chased away, but there are still a small number of troops left in the territory. This is a hidden danger, and it has put quite a bit of mental pressure on the galactic society. What do you all think?"
The three Universal Civilizations had resolved the first wave of invasion, but the aftereffects were serious. Because the World Tree had suddenly crossed the defense line, the people were panicking, and chaos broke out everywhere. The three Universal Civilizations had no choice but to spend more effort to deal with the refugees.
In this regard, the three Universal Civilizations were no different from normal civilizations. After all, the World Tree's social system that had almost no internal friction was in the minority.
After some discussion, the result was nothing more than to strengthen the military control of wartime policies. Now was not the time to talk about freedom.
Seeing this, Simon continued, "Also, we have to figure out the World Tree's next move and make some preparations in advance. They did not invade the Central Galaxy this time, but they will make their move sooner or later. They need to race against time more than us, so they won't be able to wait for long."
A group of military upper echelons started discussing this topic.
Han Xiao and the others did not participate and just listened silently from the side.
After discussing for a while, the military finally came to a consensus. The meeting ended for the time being, and the participants passed down the order.
…
Secondary dimension world, World Tree Blessed Race territory.
Tree roots intertwined to form a spiral-shaped tower that stood at the center of the land. Around it were buildings formed from giant trees, forming a tree city where countless clan members lived and prospered.
Spatial rifts would open from time to time, and battleships of the Blessed Race would come and go.
Two figures floated in the blue-green sky, looking down at the tree city below. One was the Ancestral Tree King, and the other was a female figure wearing a gorgeous robe. Her skin was like tender leaves, glowing with a green light. Her long white hair draped behind her back, and there was a complicated and mysterious mark on her forehead. This person was one of the thirteen Ancestral Spirits, and her name was Hayleen.
"Your Excellency Tree King, why are you looking for me?"
"I have a mission for you."
"Speak."
"The Secret Tree King won't be able to return. His crown needs a new owner, and we also need a new Tree King. Are you interested?"
Hearing this, Hayleen could not help but turn to look at the Ancestral Tree King with surprise in her eyes.
"I'm qualified to be the Tree King?"
"Of course, your magic strength has already reached the standard for this position." The Ancestral Tree King nodded.
Hayleen narrowed her eyes. "I'm indeed interested … but there are mages stronger than me. Why did you choose me?"
"I only said that you're qualified. I didn't choose you," the Ancestral Tree King said calmly. "Under normal circumstances, the position of Tree King will not be yours. What I mean is, if you want to become the Tree King, I can give you a chance. As long as you complete one thing, you can inherit the crown of the Secret Tree King. The magic left behind by generations of Tree Kings is stored inside. I believe you will be interested."
"… What do you want me to do?"
"I know that your genes mutated in your early years and fused with your magic power. You entered the rare 'Warlock' branch and formed some strange talent spells. You can hide your existence in a very strange way and are very good at stealth and spying … Now that civilization is facing an unprecedented threat, we need your ability to assassinate the Pivotal Snake infant that Black Star is protecting," the Ancestral Tree King said with a deep voice.
"Are you asking me to die?" Hayleen frowned.
The Ancestral Tree King shook his head and raised his palm. A black-green liquid substance suddenly seeped out of his palm and floated in midair. Then, the shadow of a golden leaf appeared beside him, and the two things circled above his palm.
"These are the two key items for carrying out the mission. One is a deadly poisonous substance that the mother tree specially synthesized to restrain its natural enemy. As long as it's used on the Pivotal Snake, it can quickly deprive the other party of their vitality. Whether it's injected or poisoned in food, it will be effective. This golden leaf is a child treasure evolved from the mother tree. It's called the Leaf Concealment Robe. It can hide your tracks on all levels and strengthen your stealth ability. "
Hayleen's expression changed as she hesitantly took the two items.
Seeing this, the Ancestral Tree King calmly said, "The growth of the Pivotal Snake is very fast. The mother tree's perception of it is getting clearer and clearer. If you follow the guidance, you will be able to find its traces. As long as you can kill the Pivotal Snake, you will be the hero of the civilization. When you return, this Tree King Crown will be yours!"
Hayleen played with the two items and hesitated for a while before finally nodding.
"… I can try."
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