Silver Blue: 01K, The Forgotten (52K)
Virtual Network, huge circular conference room.
The interior background is a slowly rotating panoramic star map of the New Star field, with the familiar Blue Star and the blazing sun at the center, surrounded by several habitable planets that have already been marked.
The figures of the attendees gradually solidified.
This meeting was the first high-level meeting chaired by Lin Yi, attended by both the Silver Blue Community and the Xina Family.
On the Silver Blue Community side, the main figures were CEO Li Zhenguo and Chief Military Affairs Officer Zhou Donglai, along with several core officials responsible for the economy, science and technology, and people's livelihood, as well as members of the top think tank. Everyone had a solemn expression.
The Xina Family, on the other hand, was represented by their patriarch Liyue, several Star Domain level elders, and one or two core members of the younger generation.
Lin Yi's figure finally settled at the head of the conference table.
"Ladies and gentlemen," Lin Yi began, "Firstly, I need to give a brief explanation of this Solar System system relocation event."
The entire hall fell silent instantly, all eyes fixed on him, which was the source of their greatest question and shock.
"This matter stems from an agreement I made with my senior brother in the sect."
Lin Yi didn't elaborate, his tone as calm as if stating an ordinary matter, "I fulfilled the requirements of the agreement, and Senior Brother then acted as promised, moving the Solar System here. The details involve the sect and cultivation, so I won't go into them."
He spoke casually, but the information in his words carried immense weight.
An agreement!
Once the agreement was fulfilled, an Eternal Divinity personally intervened, moving the entire star system as a way of honoring the promise!
Although Li Zhenguo, Zhou Donglai, and other high-ranking officials of Silverblue lacked a clear concept of the specific power of the Eternal Divinity, the mere fact that it could move an entire star system was already beyond imagination.
The Star Domain level elders of the Xina Family exchanged bewildered glances, all seeing undisguised horror in each other's eyes.
They know it all too well.
At the level of Eternal Divinity, any so-called agreement is by no means a trivial matter.
The difficulty and significance of an agreement that would require a deity to move an entire star system to fulfill is immeasurable.
The fact that Commander Lin Yi was able to realize his potential and achieve his status within his sect in such a short time is probably far more terrifying than they had previously imagined.
Elder Li Shan even swallowed subconsciously, a wave of fear washing over him.
Lin Yi took in everyone's reactions and continued calmly, "Furthermore, since our physical coordinates have changed, the procedures for granting us Level 5 civilization advancement benefits, originally granted by the Purple Gold Star Union, may need to be adjusted."
He paused, then dropped an even more impactful statement:
"There's no need to worry about that. My senior brother will personally contact His Majesty Ming Luo, the president of the Purple Gold Star Union Executive Committee, to explain. The rights and advancement paths of the Silver Blue Civilization within the Purple Gold Star Union will not be affected in any way by their unilateral change of their home planet's location."
"Your Majesty Ming Luo?"
This time, the top executives of Silverblue were completely moved.
President of the Purple Gold Star Union Executive Committee.
This was the most important person they had heard about since the end of their assessment and their first contact with Interstellar Civilization.
It is at the very top of the entire Purple Gold Star Union pyramid.
Lin Yi's senior brother was able to contact him and provide an explanation, speaking with such an air of entitlement.
The implications are self-evident.
With President Ming Luo as a clear point of reference, the Silverblue executives finally had a relatively concrete, yet even more unsettling, understanding of the status and influence of Lin Yi's senior disciple.
Li Zhenguo and Zhou Donglai exchanged a glance, both seeing the unsettling turmoil in each other's eyes.
Seeing the expressions on everyone's faces, Lin Yi knew that enough groundwork had been laid, so he said no more on the matter.
He then shifted the focus to the core of the meeting:
"That concludes the discussion on the relocation. Having summoned everyone here, I've promoted Xuanji to a Star Domain level Intelligent Life and had her assist in formulating our development direction for the next millennium—the <Silver Blue Civilization's First Millennium Development Plan>, internally codenamed ' Silver Blue 01K '. My plan includes many aspects involving the Xina Family; therefore, I've also invited the Xina Family to participate."
His gaze swept across the entire room, finally settling on the holographic star map in the center.
The star map is magnified, focusing on the Solar System and surrounding regions.
"First, it's about our deployment in the New Star system."
Lin Yi pointed to the star map, "My suggestion is to choose this as the main administrative star of the Xina Family — 'Azure Wave Star,' which is only 1.2 light-years from the Solar System. By using warp drive, the journey can be controlled within one standard day."
An image of a planet resembling a giant emerald is highlighted, with ocean coverage and an ecosystem quite similar to Earth's, but it is larger and has a more extensive landmass.
"Regarding the life-bearing planet of the Xina Family, I hope you can adopt a 'centralized + decentralized' model."
As he spoke, Lin Yi looked at Liyue.
"The core members, main administrative institutions, cultural sites, and core industries of the Xina Family can be concentrated on Azure Wave Star and several surrounding inhabited planets, preserving and developing the characteristics and traditions of the Spirit Race."
"At the same time, we encourage family members, business branches, and research institutions to disperse and settle on other inhabited planets in this star system, preferably near the main settlement of the Silver Blue Civilization."
Lin Yi explained to Liyue and Li Zhenguo, "This model not only satisfies the needs of the Xina Family to maintain their cultural uniqueness and cohesion, but also creates the most convenient conditions for deeper technological exchanges, economic integration, cultural interaction, and even intermarriage and cohabitation."
He emphasized to Liyue, "Rather than being clearly divided neighbors, I hope we can become a close ally."
Liyue nodded slightly, her eyes showing approval. "Commander Lin Yi's considerations are thorough. Centralization can ensure the continuation of the lineage, while dispersion can promote new vitality. My Xina Family fully agrees with this plan. Azure Wave Star has a superior environment and a suitable distance, making it an ideal choice for a main star."
She knew very well that being able to be so close to the Core Zone Silver Blue Civilization was itself a huge sign of the trust Lin Yi had placed in her.
Li Zhenguo immediately stated, "The Silver Blue Community welcomes the Xina Family to be our closest partners and neighbors. We will provide maximum support in terms of policy, infrastructure construction, and public services to ensure that members of the Xina Family can seamlessly integrate and develop together even when living in dispersed locations."
This crucial strategy was quickly agreed upon at the outset.
The meeting then moved on to the specific planning phase.
The massive draft plan, generated with the assistance of Xuanji, was projected into the air, with clear entries and detailed data.
"The core objective of the 01K Plan is to elevate the Silver Blue Civilization to the level of Star Domain level civilization within a thousand years."
Lin Yi set the tone, stating, "This requires us to achieve leapfrog development in all areas, including population, science and technology, military, economy, and culture."
Li Zhenguo continued, "Based on the strong incentives of the Starsea Cradle Project, we anticipate an explosive population growth within three hundred years, initially filling the first batch of developed core life-bearing planets. Infrastructure construction and upgrading of the basic industrial system are the top priorities for the first three hundred years."
An economics expert added, "We need to establish a unified interplanetary economic system, leveraging the Xina Family's strengths in energy technology, biotechnology, and certain rare resources to complement our expertise in large-scale mobilization and organization."
Elder Li Shan immediately responded, "The Xina Family is willing to share non-core application technologies and provide technical support for the mining and refining of specific rare minerals. At the same time, we hope to participate in the star system infrastructure construction led by the Silver Blue Civilization, such as faster-than-light communication networks and deep-space navigation beacons within the star system."
The intention to cooperate in the field of science and technology was quickly clarified.
Zhou Donglai then spoke, "Military security is the cornerstone of development. We need to establish an interstellar defense force capable of effectively protecting our star system and possessing a certain regional influence. This includes the formation of a fleet, the construction of a planetary defense system, and a system for cultivating highly qualified military personnel."
He emphasized, "Especially warships, we cannot rely entirely on purchasing them; at the very least, we need to gradually develop the ability to build them independently."
Elder Tie Yan said in a deep voice, "The Xina Family has an unshirkable responsibility. We can share the technology for building small ships and cooperate in fleet formation and defense to ensure the safety of our homeland."
A preliminary framework for military cooperation has also been established.
Elder Yun Zhi proposed the integration of culture and education. "Exchanges among the younger generation are crucial. We suggest establishing a joint academy, exchanging students, and jointly studying the knowledge systems of the two civilizations. This will not only contribute to technological progress but also serve as a bond to maintain a long-term alliance."
This proposal received unanimous approval from the Silverblue Think Tank.
Even if the Xina Family doesn't bring it up, the Silverblue Think Tank intends to.
After various cooperation plans were discussed and initially finalized, Lin Yi steered the conversation toward the East Peak Mercenary Group.
"The development of civilization requires a stable external environment and resource input. The East Peak Mercenary Group is an important tentacle for us to acquire resources, train personnel, and forge allies abroad." Lin Yi's tone turned serious. "In order to maintain the vitality and combat effectiveness of the Mercenary Group, I hereby formally propose a mechanism for replenishment and retirement."
Everyone quieted down to listen to Lin Yi's decision.
"The supplementary mechanism will be open to all members of the Silver Blue Civilization and the Xina Family."
"The Mercenary Group will establish strict assessment standards, covering strength, character, and teamwork. Those who pass the assessment can become trainee members. At the same time, the merit Points system will be standardized, and those with outstanding merit will not only receive titles and honors, but may even have the opportunity to receive customized cultivation resources and Rule Comprehension from me."
This statement ignited a burning desire in everyone present, especially the higher-ups of the Xina Family.
Compared to the higher-ups of the Silver Blue Civilization, the Xina Family placed greater emphasis on this.
It now seems that Lin Yi's Rule Comprehension is only at the initial Star Domain level, not even as good as that of the elders of the Xina Family.
But what about later?
The Spirit Race have long lifespans, which makes them more accustomed to considering problems over a longer time frame.
Lin Yi ignored the Xina Family's thoughts and continued, "Regarding the retirement mechanism, members who have served for a certain number of years, or who are unable to continue performing their duties due to injury or personal reasons, can apply for retirement."
"Retired members can join the interstellar defense forces of the Silver Blue Civilization or the Xina Family, serving as instructors or commanders, bringing their valuable experience back to their homeland. Furthermore, in addition to the originally designated titles and benefits, their direct descendants will be given priority consideration when applying to join Mercenary Group."
A glint flashed in Zhou Donglai's eyes as he immediately understood the ingenuity of this mechanism. "This not only ensures a constant influx of new blood into the Mercenary Group, but also allows the most elite warriors and their experience to feed back into their families and even civilization, creating a virtuous cycle."
Lin Yi nodded. "The specific details will be jointly formulated by Xuanji and the military and personnel departments of both sides. I hope that the East Peak Mercenary Group can become a cradle for cultivating strong individuals, rather than just a place that drains combat power."
The meeting lasted for several hours and initially established the overall framework, collaborative layout, key areas of cooperation, and reform path for the East Peak Mercenary Group of the "Silver Blue 01K Plan".
In conclusion, Lin Yi said, "A thousand years is but a fleeting moment for Interstellar Civilization. I hope that a thousand years from now, the name of Silverblue will truly resonate throughout this vast galaxy. This requires the joint efforts of every one of us here, and the hundreds of millions of people behind us."
He stood up and glanced at Li Zhenguo, Zhou Donglai, Liyue, and everyone else.
"The meeting is adjourned. Each party shall fully implement the resolutions."
"Yes, Commander-in-Chief/Regimental Commander Lin Yi!" everyone responded in unison.
As the virtual meeting ended, Lin Yi let out a soft breath. The blueprint for the millennium plan had been laid out, and the collaborative framework had been initially established. What followed was a long process of execution and accumulation.
As he pondered his next move, a somewhat abrupt thought suddenly flashed through his mind.
"Wait a minute." Lin Yi frowned slightly, sensing his current coordinates. "I think I'm still in the outer reaches of the new Solar System?"
He carefully recalled the scene when his eldest brother Prison Suppressor left.
After giving his instructions, the senior brother simply and decisively disappeared into the starry sky, seemingly without mentioning how to send him, the "passenger," back to the border legion fortress in the K-77 star system.
"So, my senior brother just gave me a ride back to his hometown and then... forgot to take me back?"
Lin Yi's face showed a mixture of amusement and exasperation.
But clearly, Lin Yi couldn't bring himself to ask an Eternal Divinity to make another trip for such a trivial matter.
He still has that much self-awareness.
However, this minor incident did not cause Lin Yi too much trouble.
He quickly assessed the current situation and the needs.
"Returning to the fortress isn't urgent." Lin Yi stroked his chin, pondering. "Having just broken through to the fusion of Triple Domain, I need some time to consolidate and refine my skills. Especially since the Space Rule are quite different from the metal and Life Rule I've mastered. I need to learn how to integrate the Space Rule into my combat techniques through the training camp. This can be done anywhere."
Lin Yi checked the flight route information provided by Xuanji.
"Starting from the New Star system, the journey to the short-distance jump gate within the Star Union takes about a year. Afterwards, it travels through the stargate network to reach Zi Chen Star, and then transfers to a long-distance stargate to return to the K-77 border. If everything goes smoothly, the total journey will take about a year and a half."
The new home is located in a more prosperous star system with better infrastructure, and its advantages are obvious.
This timeframe was significantly shorter than the nearly twenty-year journey he had taken from Blue Star to Zi Chen Star.
"A year and a half has passed quite quickly," Lin Yi decided. "I'll set off with the next batch of personnel replenishment fleet for the East Peak Mercenary Group. Judging from the report I received last time, the third batch of training should be completed this month."
Thinking of this, Lin Yi turned his gaze to the blue planet beneath his feet, and a long-lost emotion quietly welled up in his heart.
"And now that we're back, it's a good opportunity to see for ourselves what Blue Star has become after so many years of development."
Those reports and data can never compare to what you see with your own eyes and feel with your own hands.
A more "down-to-earth" idea then emerged.
"Xuanji."
"Master, please give your orders." A phantom figure in palace attire quietly appeared.
"Shield me from the database of civilization records and the surveillance network of my identity and whereabouts. This time, I will not issue any notices, make any announcements, listen to any reports, or have anyone accompany me. I will go straight to the grassroots level and directly to the scene," Lin Yi instructed.
What he wanted was not data that might have been embellished through layers of reporting, but the most authentic, even perhaps somewhat rough, portrayal of everyday life.
"Yes, Master. Anonymous identity information has been generated for you, and an information barrier has been set up. Except for the highest-level civilization survival crisis alert, your movements and query commands will not trigger any system attention."
Xuanji itself is the intelligent core of the Silver Blue Civilization, so achieving this goal is a piece of cake.
"Very good."
The next moment, Lin Yi's mind stirred slightly, and the Space Rule around him enveloped him like gentle flowing water. Without any earth-shattering force, his figure had already disappeared from outer space.
Almost at the same instant, on Blue Star, in Xia Country, thousands of meters above Helu City, Lin Yi's hometown, a barely perceptible spatial ripple spread out, and Lin Yi's figure appeared out of thin air, silently hovering.
He concealed all his presence, like a transparent observer, looking down at the city that was both familiar and strange beneath his feet.
The outline of Helu City has changed dramatically since he left.
More futuristic, streamlined buildings rise from the ground, outlining a staggered skyline; anti-gravity energy-powered vehicles silently traverse pre-designed transparent flight paths, like weaving a network of light; the area of urban green spaces seems to have expanded considerably, with a strange fusion of vibrant life and technological sophistication. The city's scale has clearly expanded outwards, with what were once suburbs now filled with high-rise buildings.
"What a big change."
Lin Yi felt a surge of emotion.
Even though I knew the Blue Star was developing through reports, the impact of seeing it with my own eyes was still strong.
Without alerting anyone, he slowly descended, like a feather, and silently landed at the entrance of a bustling commercial district.
The streets are wide and clean, lined with shops on both sides, and holographic GG signs flashing enticing product information.
Pedestrians thronged the streets, dressed in all sorts of clothing. Many of them were young couples with obvious mixed-race features, holding children's hands or pushing strollers—this was the most direct manifestation of the "Starsea Cradle" project.
Most people's faces radiated hope and vitality as they walked briskly, discussing work, life, and their dreams of interstellar travel.
The hum of people talking, the soft music coming from shops, and the electronic loudspeakers of street food vendors all blend together to create a vibrant urban symphony.
Lin Yi stood on the street corner, like a wanderer who had finally returned home. Looking at this familiar yet unfamiliar bustling scene, he was momentarily stunned.
This is the home he has protected with all his might and for which he plans his future.