"He should be executed immediately!" another Guardian echoed. "We cannot trust someone who has betrayed his own civilization!"
But there were dissenting voices as well.
"Wait." Serranos's temporal perception detected a crucial detail. "If what he said is true, then the Void Ark really did save many civilizations."
"And the Concept Perpetual Motion Theory he provided may be the key to solving the fundamental problem." The chorus of the Voice of All Hearts conveyed complex emotions. "We should consider the practical results rather than focus solely on his identity."
Fierce divisions began to emerge within the Alliance. Some Guardians demanded Augustus's immediate execution, while others believed they should use his knowledge to complete the salvation plan.
The argument grew increasingly heated, and even conceptual powers began to clash.
Just as the Alliance faced the threat of division, Leo stepped forward.
The Leo Mark shone with the steadfast radiance of leadership, and his voice echoed through the council hall. "The choice before us is simple. Will we remain tangled in the mistakes of the past, or focus on salvation in the future?"
"Augustus did make mistakes, but he also spent thousands of cosmic cycles trying to correct them." Leo looked at Augustus. "More importantly, he possesses technology we desperately need."
"I propose a 'redeem himself through service' plan." Leo's proposal temporarily quieted the debate. "Under strict supervision, Augustus will assist us in constructing the Conceptual Perpetual Motion Machine. If the plan succeeds, his crimes may be partially redeemed. If it fails, he will bear the corresponding responsibility."
Asteria's Libra Mark sensed the balance in this proposal. "This plan takes both punishment and practicality into account. I support it."
Scobio analyzed Augustus's true intentions through his insight. "His guilt is genuine, and so is his determination to save the Multiverse. It is