Gis needed no further explanation from Xiao Ran to understand Loid's fate. Under the present circumstances, it was absolutely impossible to spare an ambitious man like Loid, who had nearly sacrificed all life in the galaxy to fulfill his dream of becoming a god and obtain so-called true eternity. Even if it pained him, for the greater good and for Windermere, Gis could only watch Loid die. He had to witness his former friend's final journey without harboring even the slightest hatred.
After Loid was taken away, Xiao Ran looked at Gis again. "If I remember correctly, you're also a member of the Windermere Royal Family, aren't you?"
Gis watched Loid's figure slowly vanish into the distance. Hearing Xiao Ran's words, he turned back and silently nodded.
"Good. From now on, you will take over Windermere." Xiao Ran nodded faintly. "Although Heinz is Windermere's emperor, he lacks the bearing and ability of a ruler. His age is one factor, and his personality is another; neither can be remedied for the time being. Since you are a member of the royal family, while Heinz is incapable of guiding Windermere, you have the duty to step forward and assume all authority over Windermere."
"You have several things to do. First, recall all Windermere forces currently outside. Second, fully cooperate with my subordinates in stabilizing the entire Brishigaman Cluster. Third, make a public statement withdrawing the declaration of war against the New Unified. Fourth, hand over all of Windermere's current intelligence—everything concerning the Ruins and the Unity—to my people. Fifth, cooperate with my people in conducting an inspection of all Ruins throughout the Brishigaman Cluster."
"As for Heinz, I will take him with me when I leave, along with this warship left behind by the Previous Civilization. Heinz will receive the best education