Ch.3 The Painter

Adam turned off his connection from the Galactanet. With the help of the omnipotent system, he manages to hack the Galactanet. It didn't take even a second for him to access the Galactanet, he created a feasible plan. Funny enough, the Galactanet and Federation internet doesn't allow anonymity. The Federation uses the Internet as an identification system. Since computers and virtual machines have scanners that scan your features it becomes a way for the Federation to use as formal government registration for the citizenry. So Adam made use of the system and created multiple identities. This loophole in the Federation can be used later for his plans. Right now he's feeling the amount of divinity he had harvested.

"Ten million! Ten million divinity. So much!?"

Looking at how he got so much divinity. Adam realized by pretending to be a girl, he had harvested millions of divinity from the lie. He also gained tens of believers but...

"Why is it only aliens?"

Looking at his believers Adam didn't even get a single human believer. Although he knows this is the future, there should be at least one gullible human in this world. Adam sighed.

Although he's brimming with divinity that he can use. There were tons of new questions that popped into his mind.

He also learned new things. When he got millions of divinity. His godhead activated. There he could see his godhead connected through a series of constellations. The information he collected from the godhead was that to further increase his control on his godhead he needed to light up the stars in his constellation. Each star corresponds to a different godhead, this constellation is called the Painter.

Why is it called the painter? he doesn't know. He asked the system about it, but the system doesn't have data collected to know the answer.

There is also a fact that his godhead might be lit up, but his godhead has not accepted him as its master. To do that he needs to do a ritual. The ritual needs him to create a perfect lie that changes the world's era. Although it sounds simple, the difficulty of it is near impossible at this stage.

"System, can you help me with this problem?"

[The System contains a gene bank that hosts every race of the main universe. With your divinity, we could create alien races that could dominate the universe.]

"What!? Really!?"

This might be doable now. What other things does the system have? might ask now.

"What other data does the system have?"

[The system has data banks of countless scientific and magical blueprints, complete research innovation of technology ranging from simple inventions or fireball spells, manufacturing and rituals, alien technology, to space wonders and magical artifacts. If the host wants to, as soon as he acquires a manufacturing base, the system will create an invincible magic robot army to dominate the universe. ]

"Amazing, although I don't know why you're so intent on dominating the universe."

I start thinking what's the most suitable goal right now, I also need to awaken fantasy energy in this world too. Maybe I could kill two birds at once.

"System open the gene bank."

[Gene Bank: GENE Host- divinity required

Infinite Worlds Tree Seed- 9 octillion

Indescribable Cosmic Lord- 100 trillion

Infinite Dragon Emperor- 6 sextillion

King Of Angels- 7 septillion

Beast- 6 sextillion

Demon God- 666 trillion

Heroic Spirit- 100 billion

Demigod- 7 trillion

Immortal Cultivator- 666 Billion

First Ancestor Primogenitor- 767 trillion

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Looking at the long list of powerful beings with astronomical prices, I could only solemnly ask the system to sort it to the lowest price first.

[cell-0.0000000000001 divinity

virus

bacteria

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At this point, I was thinking the system was playing a joke at my expense or the lack of it.

"remove creatures without intelligence!"

[Error, define intelligence.]

"You know what I meant!"

[Mortal Human - 1 divinity

Goblin - 0.2 divinity

Dwarves- 2 divinity

Elf- 10 divinity

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"System! Why is Mortal Human lower than a goblin? You did that on purpose right!?"

[Excuse me. It was an error. ehe!]

I almost spout a mouthful of blood when I heard the system say ehe.

Before I get mad at the cheeky system, I decide to look for suitable clones. Finally, I found the perfect race for my plan.

[Vampire- 1 divinity

Baron Vampire- 5

Viscount Vampire- 10

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Duke Vampire- 100000 divinity

Vampire Ancestor- 1 million divinity]

This could work. Although this world might also have long forgotten the vampire legends. But with that foundation, I could create my vampire legend based on my previous world knowledge. And create a lie that would change the outlook of Terra and the past.

A plan is finally beginning to form in my mind.

"Let's do this and that. that also. Hahaha! I hope the world is ready for what's to come."

*ahem*

A feminine voice coughed.

Ah yes! I have almost forgotten the most important problem. My euphoria was instantly ruined. I looked at the source of the cough.

There, a woman stands with a lazy look on her face. This woman has purple hair, a peerless beautiful face, a black thin veil that covers her face, and a familiar golden crown.

You might be wondering why this woman sounds familiar, I'm also thinking the same.

"System, why did occulty become real?"

[System is currently under maintenance...beep beep boop boop clank clank pshh pshh]

"You don't have to make pretend sounds!"

"Master... I'm hungry and sleepy, I'm tired from streaming, please help Occulty-chan..." The lazy-eyed woman started whining in a childish voice.

"You weren't even the one who had to do that embarrassing stream!" My face turned red realizing someone knew my dark history.

"Pwetty pwease?"

"Don't patronize me! Get some money yourself"

This might be a bigger problem than I thought.

"But Occulty is very lazy...uwu"

"I don't remember giving you this setting at all!"

"Eh? What could master even mean?"

I sighed In defeat, maybe I could still salvage this.

"Well, what can you do anyway? other than being lazy."

"Occulty is good at divination! *Yawn*"

"So you at least got that setting right!?"

The System, explain already why occulty become real?

[It seems the host subconsciously created a clone.]

I hope this is a one-time thing. I need to control my powers better in the future.

"Well, from now on, you're in charge of the occulty channel!" pointing at the occulty clone.

"Eh...too tiresome to stream..."

"You're a virtual idol! at least stream when I need you to. And all the money in the superchat goes to you from now on!"

"Eh...what a pain...fine...tsk." Occulty looked at me in disdain while pretending to pick her nose.

"You're supposed to be an idol you know that right!"

"Let's go! We get something to eat and find a place for you to rest at night."

Although, I know I don't need food and sleep. I still want to try what future food is like...

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Spoilers It wasn't good.

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08-25-7777, APPROXIMATELY A MONTH LATER.

Terra's Administrative Tower, Europa Region Capital, Human Homeworld Terra.

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"Governor Preston, what are your personal opinions on the Great Terra Intercoin Heist?"

A reporter asked from the hologram screen projector. Only his face is visible like the other countless reporters being displayed by the hologram. His details are written on the side of his screen, it says Terra Daily Conglamorate News. The biggest news channel of Terra.

"I assure you, we will find these robbers! This wanton display of digital piracy will not go unpunished! Countless impoverished citizens of the Federation are filing bankruptcy because of these evil hackers! The Families now with no homes and jobs will be redeemed! These robbers will be brought to justice once caught! They will be put in the penal colony for a lifetime without hope of leaving! Citizens rest assured, The Federation will soon catch these criminals!... That's all for now."

Governor Preston Cobalt nods his farewell to the holograms. When the hologram was shut off, a scowl formed on his face.

"Governor, the board of Clancy Logistics would like-"

"Damn Corpo!"

Without listening to his aides, Preston stormed off towards his office, slamming the door close after he went in his office.

"Android Governor Secretary-4516, give me some wine to drink!"

"Yes, Governor!"

The Android went and served Preston a glass of wine.

"Tell me everything on this damn heist AGS-4516."

Preston said sitting as he looked outside the glass window while he drank his wine. As the tallest building in Terra, he could see his city below. Countless flying cars look as if ants as they fly in the airways.

"A total of one trillion intercoins was stolen from Terra's various banking accounts. Most of the stolen intercoins are from Megacorps, the others are still unknown, the Federation Bank is currently still listing the damaged accounts. The heist was just noticed today because the hacker replaced the intercoin with dummy coins, but it was done a month ago on this date and time..."

Preston with a mocking voice then said.

"Idiots, they only noticed that they have been trading with play money after a month, a bunch of idiots. Tell me is there new clues that have been found?"

Looking questioningly at the android as Preston asked.

"Unfortunately No. the tracest have been thoroughly cleaned. Even the hash records have been tampered with. Even the AIs in charge of monitoring have been fooled"

"Impossible! That's what blockchains are for! If it can easily be tampered with, then the entire Federation treasury is open for anyone to grab! Keep looking for clues. A trillion intercoin is almost 8% of Terra's annual income. Increase the bounty for any clues!"

Preston almost threw his glass out of anger. But with a deep breath, he contained himself.

"They have been bombarding me with messages, What are the capital thoughts on this?"

"The council is panicking. along with every other system. They are abruptly looking for loopholes in the quantumchain system. They are also planning to inspect further subterfuge of the Federation Bank. The council also agreed to inject 1 trillion intercoin to cover the losses, with the condition we catch the hackers. Of course, if we caught them alive and well, there's a "huge" bonus."

Preston didn't reply. Simply scowling outside, when a ping sound came from his secretary.

"A clue has been found, it was a message left by the perpetrator in the dummy quantumchain stock. It was deciphered. It says "Chaos comes. For the Black Sun will rise once more. Starting with the Red Eclipse." ciphered in ancient Terra language."

Preston was surprised at the news. Why would the perpetrator who made the perfect crime of the century leave a clue behind? is it the confidence of not getting caught or diversion? A smile formed on Preston's face.

"Finally! The first good news of the day! Let the investigators start with this clue. Someone who has an interest in ancient language? not that many these days. Soon we will catch these bastards. Is there any other problem I should worry about Secretary?"

"Recently, Missing citizens are on the rise on Terra, 10,000 citizens have been missing just this day. The location is Afreecia region."

Preston raised his eyebrow, this shouldn't be a worry, 10,000 isn't even a lot if you count the million annual missing and kidnapped Terranians. There should be a catch.

"The target is Pure Humans. 10,000 pure humans have been kidnapped today" AGS-4516 elaborates further.

Preston's mind connected the dots.

"Damn! Another madman researching human core genetics! When will this crazy biologist stop? Don't these bastards remember the War on Genetics! These idiots must be caught fast, Pay some detective agency corporation to look for this idiot. Once they find them let bounty hunters deal with these reckless idiots before they cause a big problem."

Governor Preston stood up, brushed himself, and then nodded. Finally done with the worst troubles, he thought. He prepared himself for what was to come. As a Planetary Governor, he deals with mountains of problems every day. Now the worst has come passed, he can relax and do a proper job...or so he thought. A ring came from the door. Looking at the projection he recognized it was his good friend.

"General Hellsing. What did you come here for my friend? It is very unusual for you to give surprise visits" Preston smiled as he said to the intercom. Then opened the door.

An old grizzly soldier came in, wearing a blue officer uniform that was filled with military decorations.

"We have a problem. A big one." General Hellsing said.

Preston frowned. It's not every day that something troubles this war hero.

"How can I help my dear friend?" Preston asked

"We need to initiate Contingency 1776. Big trouble." Hellsing said

Preston never heard of such a plan. He decides to check using his authority.

"Ruling machine, Access and explain Contingency 1776"

Suddenly a red alert appeared. Warning signs and danger alerts.

"Contingency 1776, Colonial Rebellion, Colony has been fully compromised. Location: Home system, Terra. All data match. Alerting the ruling body of the Federation. The local Defense Fleet has been ordered for a full blockade. Local Defense Fleet insufficient. Requesting for nearby support: Error Error, LvL 6 AuthorizationDetected: Ruling Machine receive data packet...Contingency Upgraded to: Lilith's Awakening. Initiating: Crusade Participant: Masonry Knights, Knights Temple, Knights Hospitals, Papal Guards... Please Evacuate to the indicated location: Vatican Current Danger Level Upgraded: "Mythical" List Of Targets: Zombies, Ghouls, Vampires, Skinwalkers, Wendigos, Mothmen,... Planetary Lockdown In Immediate Effect."

Preston paled, 'What is going on?'. Then his face turned to scowl at General Hellsing.

"What have you made me do!?"

General Hellsing's face frowned and then laughed.

"hohoho! You're not one of them!? Great, Great! I thought I lost you too my dear friend! Let's get out of here!"

General Hellsing was very happy at Preston. He then dragged Preston away.

"What are you doing!? Explain what's going on! Is it true there's a rebellion in Terra out of all places? I'm not going anywhere! The people need to know!"

"Lieutenant, do it."

"Affirmative"

A voice came from behind Preston. A person with a cloaking device suddenly manifests behind him. And he was hit in the back of the head. As he loses consciousness he hears the General say

"My dear friend, let's get you to safety first. Lieutenant, get us out of here."

Preston thought his best friend was unreliable. But at least he knows he's safe for now. Before he goes to sleep, he could hear guns being fired.

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