Hypocritical verdict and new journey
"Pull up the information and show it to me." Ian said.
Under the control of Morgana, a small screen appeared in the center of the conference table, with a message written on it in Universal Cosmic Language:
"According to the provisions of Article 23B of <Galactic Federation Codex>, it is strictly prohibited to use weapons of mass destruction against planets with intelligent life - especially when there are huge differences in civilization levels."
"Based on the available data, 'Arcane Empire' is rated as a level 6 civilization, while 'Steel-Skin Folk' is a level 4 civilization. This kind of bullying of the weak seriously violates the relevant federal regulations on <Low-Level Civilization Protection Act>."
"In view of the extremely bad impact of this behavior and the death of billions of intelligent beings, Galactic Federation Supreme Court now makes the following judgment:"
"1. Implement a comprehensive trade embargo on the Arcane Empire for a period of one hundred Milky Way standard years."
"2. Freeze all assets of the Arcane Empire in the Federal Bank (if applicable)."
"3. Arcane Empire must pay a fine of 100 million Galactic Credits within 30 Milky Way days after receiving this judgment. If it is overdue, it will face more severe sanctions, including but not limited to military intervention."
After reading this judgment letter, which was full of bureaucratic and condescending attitudes, Ian laughed in anger.
"Level 6 civilization?"
Ian shook his head, with a sarcastic arc at the corner of his mouth.
He knows very well that the current comprehensive strength of the Arcane Empire is, by all means, that of a level 2 civilization that has just stepped onto the interstellar threshold, and may even be less than that.
After all, except for a few top combat forces and black technology, most of the Empire's infrastructure and expansion scope are still limited to the star system.
The only explanation for why Galactic Federation gave such an outrageous rating is Floating City.
The energy readings of the war fortress equipped with Void Engine, Infinity energy and destructive weapons must have alarmed the Federation's remote detection system. In their eyes, a civilization that can create this level of Creation must at least start at level 6.
"What an irony," Ian leaned back in his chair and tapped his fingers on the table. "When Steel-Skin Folk was wreaking havoc in this galaxy, Carnage, enslaving other lower races, where were these guys who called themselves the 'space police'?"
"Why didn't they mention <Low-Level Civilization Protection Act> at that time? Why didn't they come to impose sanctions?"
"Now that we have taken action, they will jump out to seek justice?"
Ian's eyes are cold. This is not justice at all, this is naked suppression.
Galactic Federation is obviously aware of the potential of the Arcane Empire, or is frightened by the energy reading of Floating City. They are afraid that a new, uncontrollable power will rise and shake their dominance in this region.
Therefore, they waved the "moral" and "legal" sticks and tried to strangle Empire in the cradle before it could fully grow, or at least slow down the development of the Empire through huge fines and trade blockades.
"Morgana, draft a reply for me."
Ian said coldly.
"What is the content, Your Majesty? Do we want to appeal?"
"Appeal? No."
Ian stood up, walked to the huge floor-to-ceiling window, and stared at the deep starry sky.
"Just write one sentence:"
"Want a fine? Come to Solar System and get it yourself."
"Also, tell them that if they dare to put their claws into my territory, they must be prepared to be chopped off."
"Yes, Your Majesty!" Morgana spun around in the air excitedly. She liked this tough reply the most.
After sending the reply, Ian calmly analyzed the consequences.
The trade embargo is indeed a trouble. This means that Empire will not be able to purchase Milky Way Galaxy's advanced resources and technology through formal channels in a short period of time, nor will it be able to integrate into the mainstream interstellar trade network.
But it's not fatal.
Arcane Empire has a unique magic system and can be self-sufficient in many technologies. Moreover, this blockade will force Empire to speed up the pace of independent research and development, and even obtain resources through plunder (such as the just conquered Steel-Skin Folk).
"In this Dark Forest, the so-called law and morality are just chains used by the strong to bind the weak."
"Only when you are strong enough to ignore the rules will the rules serve you."
Ian clenched his fists. This incident made him thirst for power even more.
If he were the ruler of a level 8, 9 or even 10 civilization, would Galactic Federation dare to issue him such a fine? I'm afraid they would have sent envoys to kneel down and lick him with gifts.
"It seems that the plan to explore Multiverse cannot be delayed any longer."
After dealing with the federal mess, Ian began the final preparations.
He adjusted Floating City to the best condition. This city is not only a weapon of war, but also his Ark through Multiverse.
In order to prevent accidents, he did not take away all the core combat power.
Olivia·Armstrong volunteered to stay behind. As the future helm of the navy, she needs to stay to digest the results of this war, organize Steel-Skin Folk's resources, and guard against possible retaliation from Galactic Federation.
Ian respected her choice and gave her the highest defense authorization before leaving.
As for Pheobe and Bellatrix, they are in the critical period of promotion to Fifth Tier and are not suitable for high-risk time travel, so they also stayed on earth for retreat.
In the end, those who accompanied Ian on this journey were still his "Think Tank" and strongest assistants - Rowena, Hermione and Luna.
Arcane Calendar 41 year, a certain day.
The huge Floating City started slowly, and the Space-Time Crystal at the top of the core tower bloomed with dazzling light.
"Goodbye, hometown."
Ian stood in the main control room and took one last look at the blue earth.
"Next time I come back, I will bring a power that makes all the gods tremble."
Buzz--!
With the roar of Void Engine, the space barrier of reality shattered like a mirror. Floating City turned into a stream of light and rushed into the bizarre Infinity Void full of Infinity possibilities.
Arcane Empire's second Multiverse journey has officially begun.
This time, what awaits them will be a new and broader world.
Preview of the next chapter: New World