"Does anyone object to revising the Initial Directive?" At such a formal supreme council meeting, Sandora would not joke around as she did when spending time with family. Her expression was exceedingly serious, and her voice carried full authority. There was not the slightest hint of compulsion in what she said; she merely declared her will to the others with fairness and impartiality.
"I have some details I'd like clarified," Harlan said. "The Initial Directive only changes the core of our actions, changing it from 'revenge' to 'glory and order.' Our driving force has changed accordingly, but everything else remains unchanged. The Empire's will and spirit remain as they have always been. Is that what our ancestors meant?"
"That's right." Sandora nodded. "What our ancestors most wanted to tell us was that the target of our hatred has vanished. Shilin civilization no longer needs to remain trapped in a state of hatred. They hope the Empire can continue forward in a new state."
"Mm, I have no objections." Harlan nodded, but the moment he finished speaking, Abyss Shilin stood up. "May I say something?"
Sandora and I looked at Abyss Shilin at the same time. "Go ahead."
"Do I and my Empire... belong to the order camp?" Abyss Shilin shrugged. "It seems like we've done many things opposed to the order camp, and our current life forms also seem more inclined toward the Abyss..."
"It's time to settle that question as well," Sandora interrupted Abyss Shilin. "Since you can stand here now, you should have roughly guessed 'our' attitude... In fact, we have discussed the Fallen Apostles with Father God and the Huron King. We had planned to bring this up in a few days, but since our ancestors have sent us such important information, we may as well announce