Xiao Ran did not answer Bright's question directly. He fully understood Bright's unwillingness to debate Renard's character and his decision to let the matter rest. After all, Bright knew Renard was one of Xiao Ran's people, and Bright did not feel qualified to comment on Renard when the Burning Legion was now an ally and friendly force assisting them. So, he simply set aside what was undoubtedly a highly controversial matter.
After smiling noncommittally, Xiao Ran said, "Let me ask Commander Bright a question first. Do you know about a historical tragedy that once occurred in this world? The explosion of a place called Laplace Satellite, which caused the death of the first Federation President?"
A thoughtful expression appeared on Bright's face when he heard Xiao Ran's words. He said, "I have heard about it and seen records from that time. It was said that anti-government forces launched a public attack on Laplace Satellite, causing the Federation President and representatives of every nation present at the time to perish. No one survived."
"That's right." Xiao Ran nodded. "That was also how Renard told me the incident had been recorded. But do you know that this disaster for the world was not caused by any anti-government forces? You would never guess who did it. It was the Federation that had just declared you traitors."
"In fact, from that moment onward, the actions of those people in the Federation had already made conflict between Earth and the space residents inevitable."
Bright's eyes widened abruptly. After hearing Xiao Ran's words, even his breathing stalled. His face was filled with shock. This revelation struck him far too hard, completely overturning all his previous impressions and expectations of the Federation.
Bright took a deep breath and forced himself to calm down, but his voice still