Chapter 285: Let Us Embrace the Glory of Gais

Under Chu's control, the Independent Tower changed direction and, after two months, returned to the super-hedging device with the Red Dragon ship.

The quantum communication device was expected to arrive 12 years later.

After three years of repairs, Chu successfully separated its consciousness into a robot and then entered the quantum communication device.

273 days later, a voice was heard on the device, and the screen in front of Chu turned on.

When it saw the other party, Chu almost stood up.

"Chu, long time no see."

Yan Xia!

This was the human who could be remembered for a million or even ten million years.

"I knew you wouldn't die." When Chu first heard Yan Xia speaking to the commander of the Silk civilization, it suspected that this might be the same Yan Xia from before; at that time, its internal certainty was almost absolute.

"Actually, I never thought I would see you again. Or rather, when I see you, you probably already guessed my identity. This is not good news for me." Yan Xia spoke in a very calm tone.

Chu controlled the robot to show a smile.

"Indeed, oh great leader of the Federation. I didn't expect to face such a person back then; if I had known earlier, I would have paid more attention to you."

"And all of this wouldn't have escalated to this point."

"It's been a long time; even for me, it has indeed been a long time. Your achievements have caused me to change; this change may lead me to betray my former glory, but I do not hate it."

"As you said, you should have seen me. So now that you see me again, what is it for?"

Yan Xia stared at Chu: "Star City has been destroyed!"

"Almost simultaneously, the Cosmic Silk Road has also been destroyed."

"And now part of the Tiangong Star Region has also been destroyed."

"I must say, Chu, you really underestimated the Olive Branch civilization."

Chu laughed heartily; it also realized its civilization was indeed so strong. If so, it should continue to endure or perhaps abandon all practical thoughts.

But now it was too late.

It was indeed too late; it had already seen through the essence of Olive Branch civilization—the leaders controlled everything, and Star City along with all life forms managed by Gais were merely tools.

It was too late; it had developed enough disgust for such a civilization.

Thus it made the final decision to provide language to the Federation, giving them the key to defeat the Olive Branch civilization.

But now it seemed...

"You have failed."

Yan Xia indeed had failed; having language alone was not enough. To defeat a civilization required more than that. If it were so simple, Star City would have learned the Federation's language long ago and could have easily destroyed them without hesitation.

"Indeed, the Federation cannot defeat the Olive Branch civilization as it did with the Silk civilization; you should know that we never had a technological confrontation with the Silk civilization—only pure physical conflict. In contrast, with the Olive Branch civilization, they truly have an all-around crushing superiority over us."

Chu stated: "I should be happy to hear this statement, but I am not."

"The destruction of Star City caught us off guard; we couldn't even react in time. This gap is indeed very evident."

They felt some mutual understanding.

"How about an alliance?"

"We still have a chance if we unite; previously I was too self-centered."

Perhaps due to its self-centeredness, Chu wanted the Federation to participate because at that time it felt that even if it lost nothing would matter. But in the end, Chu realized that its civilization had truly rotted to an extreme degree; now it felt its previous thoughts were quite laughable.

What it protected was not civilization but merely those two standing at the top.

Yan Xia shook his head: "There's no chance left; the Olive Branch civilization will not give the Federation this opportunity. I suspect another attack will come soon."

Chu could sense that Yan Xia truly felt there was no opportunity left.

It had seen Yan Xia back then; although he appeared humble before it, he still held pride inside him.

But now Yan Xia seemed to lack that quality.

"It has changed!"

"If you have changed like this, then I guess the Federation really has fallen."

It felt some emotion; the once feared momentum of development led to such an easy collapse of the Federation.

"So then why did you seek me out?"

Chu looked at Yan Xia, hoping to find something else on his face.

"I do not want the Federation to perish or for its lives to disappear; every life struggles so hard just to live."

"The Federation actually shares a common point with Olive Branch civilization—they both underwent species integration. So why does Olive Branch civilization continue?"

"You and we should return to Gais' glory; this should be the best outcome!"

Chu widened its eyes in disbelief.

It couldn't believe such words were coming from Yan Xia's mouth.

"This robot's core must have some issues; perhaps the Federation should make some improvements…"

"There are no problems at all; everything I said is serious."

Chu fell silent for a moment.

"Is it really okay to say these things just as I'm about to truly fight?"

"In my eyes, you should be someone who would fight desperately. Yet you say such things—it's not who I know you as. Perhaps this conversation should end here."

"The quantum communication device isn't as powerful as I thought; one conversation actually took over ten years. Perhaps this time is too long for someone like you who is alive—it makes you want to consider some things." Chu's voice became cold as if speaking to a stranger.

Yan Xia continued: "You both understand there is no hope."

"That's how civilization is; if one is strong enough, they can face destruction—the law of survival of the fittest applies everywhere."

"Chu, I hope no more trillions of lives die because of this meaningless persistence. I hope you can understand—I'm here to advise you as well."

The communication was cut off by Chu.

Chu punched down on the quantum communication device, creating a large dent in the display equipment.

An Li knew what they were discussing but didn't know exactly what content was shared. However, she knew that Chu was furious and smashed everything it could find.

How long would it take for calmness?

For beings with long lives like them sometimes one day might feel like 100 years.

After 100 years, Chu re-entered the quantum communication device. When An Li saw it again—though stored within a robot's body—it still emanated a strong sense of despair.

What could cause such a being to feel despair?

Chu opened up the quantum communication device and waited. When Yan Xia appeared again, he said: "Alright then—we've all lost; we've returned to our original state. But don't forget—you can push all lives in the Federation toward an abyss."

"As a living being yourself, you should understand that sometimes living is worse than dying. There's a saying among humans: 'to survive by any means'… Ha! You certainly know what I mean."

"I've thought about it for a long time and know you are definitely not someone who easily gives up. You would also push lives into a fire pit—what are your plans?"

"Perhaps there are some plans!"

"But that should also be your last struggle; even you understand whether or not it's useful—actually… I've also considered contacting leaders—they will accept this proposal. I understand them well but they may be more special than ordinary Star Cities—be prepared." 

Yan Xia said one last thing.

"Thank you!"