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This is humanity's manifest destiny!
Chapter 16 The Planetary Governor and Others' Loud Conspiracy
Zhou Qing confirmed his goal.
Regardless of whether the Federation of Humanity exists or not, he will definitely rebuild this civilization, and he will definitely make human civilization stand tall in the galaxy again!
However, this will not be easy; he must first ascertain the technological level of this universe.
More importantly, he must acquire the military technology of the Federation of Humanity.
He didn't believe that civilian technology could successfully overturn this universe; at least he couldn't believe that a civilization in a universe would have such low combat power.
Zhou Qing began to ponder the database he carried with him.
This is a database provided by the Federation. Every citizen of the Federation has a super-energy core that contains all the data of the Federation.
Ordinary citizens' data is civilian data, but it's different because it acquired something extraordinary at a certain time.
He is a senior researcher at the Federation of Humanity, which means that his data cannot only be civilian data, since he is responsible for researching newer and more advanced weapons for the Federation.
He's not just an ordinary federal researcher; he's a three-system researcher.
This means that his database actually stores all the data from the Federation during the time he was a researcher.
All of this is recorded; all he needs to do now is re-enable his permissions.
However, this is destined to be no simple project; it will be a long and arduous undertaking.
If Zhou Qing were to rely on only one person, this would definitely be a long and arduous task. At this stage, he can only rely on civilian technology.
As Zhou Qing began tinkering with his technology, the high-ranking officials of the human empire, who had been sent back to the governor's palace by Zhou Qing, looked at each other in bewilderment.
The meaning they wanted to convey was very clear and straightforward.
Should we deal with the guy who arrested us all?
As a group of cunning old foxes, they could convey this meaning to each other with just a glance, and then they reached a consensus.
We can't go after the guy who arrested them all, because nobody knew they could be arrested the first time, and they could be arrested the second time.
Given the current situation in the Betel Empire's hive world, they have no way of doing anything to Zhou Qing. Even if they mobilize planetary defense forces and the Star Realm Army to attack, it would be meaningless.
Although the attackers who launched the attack on the lower levels of the city were just some heretical sects and gangs, they had witnessed the fighting power of Zhou Qing's 400 personal guards.
That's enough combat power to charge into a group of people and unleash a devastating attack; they have to be cautious of this level of combat power.
Okay, we need to remain cautious about Zhou Qing and his group, but what about those cults and heretics?
Planetary Governor Grover slowly stood up and straightened his crumpled uniform. His eyes became sharp and cold, a stark contrast to the fear he had shown in front of Zhou Qing.
"Gentlemen," his voice was low, "I think we all know what we need to do now."
Legal Department Executive Officer Marcus immediately understood, grinning as he pressed the communicator: "All Arbitrator teams, take note. Immediately execute 'Operation Purification.' Target: All areas of heretical activity within the Lower Nest."
Planetary General Albert then directly connected to the planetary defense forces' command system.
"Mobilize all the PDFs. Eliminate those junk collectors who have gone down to the nest."
Let them know what the wrath of the God-Emperor is like—how dare they worship heresy!
With the Ministry of Justice and the Planetary Generals already taking action, the Tribunal is naturally not to be overlooked.
Bishop Cyrus of the Church of England devoutly kissed the imperial emblem: "The Inquisition has received my report."
The Inquisitor is on his way with the Flame Purification Team.
The attendants of the governor's mansion were horrified to discover that these usually scheming and manipulative figures were now displaying an astonishing level of understanding.
Within just thirty minutes, the entire violent machinery of the Nest City world was mobilized.
This is almost impossible in the eyes of the imperial administration. Are these the same guys who used to go through the process of a small proposal for several years?
Moreover, their targets are merely the gangs and cults that have fled to their lair.
When did these guys suddenly become so interested in those garbage collectors who come down to the nest?
The heads of various departments of the empire who received the orders and notices were all dumbfounded, not knowing what had happened.
After they had issued all their orders, the highest-ranking officials of the Betel Empire's hive world fell silent once again.
Although they had just used those gangsters to divert their attention, Zhou Qing's problem was one they had to face.
Even if they pretend to be dead, it won't work.
Regardless, they must come up with a plan to deal with Zhou Qing today.
We must come up with a plausible solution, otherwise it will definitely be a big problem for them.
Planet Governor Grover took a deep breath and slowly removed his sash and badge, placing it on the table.
This action made the other high-ranking officials hold their breath—it was a signal that a major decision was about to be made.
"Gentlemen," he said in a hoarse voice.
"We must acknowledge one fact: with our current strength, we are simply no match for that being."
Marcus, the legal executive, clenched his fist in frustration: "Are we just going to let a heretic run rampant in the Emperor's world like this?"
"Of course not." Planetary General Albert suddenly revealed a sinister smile. "We may not be able to deal with him, but someone else can."
A glint of light flashed in the cloudy eyes of the Anglican Bishop Cyrus: "You mean... the Inquisition..."
"The Black Ships." Governor Grover nodded slowly. "Only psionicists can fight psionicists. We need to appeal to Holy Terra for help."
This decision brought a brief silence to the room.
Everyone knew that once the black ship arrived, not only would the mysterious man be taken away, but all the psionicists on the planet would face a massive purge.
This might mean paying an extra tithe, since the empire's taxes are truly abstract.
Although their planet, the Nest City, has a relatively wealthy economy, it is still struggling to cope.
But at this moment, it seems to be their only option.
"Let's do it this way."
The legal department executive finally relaxed his grip. "I will personally draft the encrypted report and send it directly to the Solar Star Region Tribunal via the Star Speaker."
"Yes, I will use my last bit of influence to expedite the proceedings in court, hoping that the Emperor's light can shine upon us once more."
Governor Grover was born in the High Lords, but due to his defeat in a political struggle, he was eventually exiled to this planet to serve as its governor.
Because of this, he was well aware of just how bizarre the empire's administrative efficiency was.
Without external influence, who knows if his matter would have been delayed for several years?
Therefore, he had to make a decision, even if it would deplete his last political resources. But it was clear that now was not the time to worry about political resources; his life was in someone else's hands.
"I second that." The state bishop trembled as he made the Eagle salute. "May the Emperor forgive our incompetence."
These guys made their decisions one by one, unaware that Zhou Qing was watching their every move.
Just after they made their decision, a surge of psionic energy entered their minds, erasing their previous decision and all memories of Zhou Qing.
To reiterate, the problem is that they are human, and Zhou Qing doesn't yet understand the extent of the trouble killing them would cause; otherwise, they would have been dead long ago.
Chapter 17 Population Collection
Okay, at this point, Zhou Qing had decided that he wanted to rebuild the Federation, but how could he rebuild the Federation all by himself?
The most important thing for a civilization is its people, and it is lacking in people.
He came here alone; he didn't have enough people. At most, he could only get himself some robots, but a civilization cannot be rebuilt with robots.
Zhou Qing was a little numb, but he quickly turned his attention to this Nest City world.
Perhaps this world could be my starting point, the foundation for the revival of the Federation?
With this thought in mind, Zhou Qing pulled up a 3D image of the entire planet. There was a number on the image that changed every moment; that was the population figure. Zhou Qing had obtained the population data for the entire Nest City world.
The total population of this planet exceeds 400 billion!
400 billion! What a crowded planet that is.
In other words, their nest is so peculiar that if it were really built according to the Federation's standards, 400 billion dollars wouldn't fit on this one planet.
With the population of 400 billion marked on his system, Zhou Qing abandoned his plan to swallow up this Nest City world.
There were too many people in this place; he felt he might not be able to handle it all.
While Zhou Qing was struggling with this dilemma, the spiritual energy he had left on the soldier in the Creek Death Legion was activated.
Because his spiritual power was activated, Zhou Qing's thoughts quickly appeared at the location of the Death Legion soldier.
What came into view was a group of green fungus creatures charging towards the former fortress of the Krieg Death Legion soldiers, wielding very strange weapons as they charged.
What's going on? What are these green things?
[Report to the Creator: Based on our existing data and the information we have gathered, we determine that these green things on the other side are called Greenskins by the local human empire civilization.]
[They are a type of creature called Green-skinned Orcs. They develop extremely quickly, and can develop a powerful civilization in a very short time. However, the entire civilization takes combat as its primary activity.]
"A peculiar civilization." That was Zhou Qing's assessment of the Greenskins, but his assessment of them was unimportant.
Under Zhou Qing's control, a psionic palm appeared in the fortress that Zhou Qing had originally intended to enter for refuge.
With a single blow, the charging green-skinned creature was slammed into the ground.
The entire green area within a square kilometer was turned into mincemeat by Zhou Qing's slap.
The soldier from the Krieg Death Legion was, after all, the first person Zhou Qing had met in this area, so he was treated with special consideration.
However, after resolving this matter, Zhou Qing once again turned his attention back to how to develop civilization.
After much deliberation, Zhou Qing once again abandoned this plan.
He is just one person; he cannot build a human federation by himself alone. He needs help.
In any case, thanks to the Federation's powerful technology, his lifespan has been extended to a full 10 years.
He has plenty of time to develop, and now he needs to train some helpers for himself.
It's too difficult and too terrifying for one person to develop a civilization, but it's different if he can cultivate a group of people on his own.