Time flies by.
Soon, the highly anticipated National Day ceremony, with its Ten Rings symbolizing the founding of the nation, arrived as scheduled.
The Ten Rings were originally an underground armed force that operated across the globe. Now, they have directly established a state, declared themselves emperors, and implemented an imperial system, which has aroused extreme resistance and dislike from countries around the world.
However, the strength of the Ten Rings is too formidable, possessing the capability to directly confront top-tier powers. No matter how unwilling other countries may be, they must outwardly give them face and dare not openly offend them.
The founding ceremony of the nation was held in Amba City.
This is now the capital of the Ten Rings Empire. After the Ten Rings' massive resources and cutting-edge high technology have been used to transform and build the city, although its scale cannot compare with the first-tier megacities of major powers, it is full of advanced design everywhere, and its overall appearance is like a dreamlike futuristic city, full of technology.
The most awe-inspiring part of the entire ceremony was undoubtedly the formal military parade of the Ten Rings Legion.
Rows of Iron Man Armor warriors, heavy combat mechs, and various high-energy weapons made their appearance, along with countless new types of aircraft and supersonic fighter jets.
The most breathtaking part was the final appearance of two 200-meter-tall Helicarrier fortresses.
When the host announced in public that these two giant war fortresses were fully capable of leaving the atmosphere and fighting in outer space.
The foreign envoys, global media, and billions of viewers watching the live stream were all instantly stunned and speechless.
While other countries are still exploring and mastering the basic applications of the first-generation Arc Reactor, the Ten Rings has already developed space-level combat capabilities and is fighting beyond Earth!
This terrifyingly rapid pace of development, which transcends eras, has brought about an extreme level of strategic deterrence.
After watching the live broadcast, all the top officials from various countries felt their scalps tingle and were filled with deep apprehension.
After the founding ceremony concluded, the whole world was in an uproar.
The entire internet, major forums, and social media platforms are all buzzing with discussions about the Ten Rings Empire's terrifying military equipment and incredible strength.
The hype has lingered for a long time.
Time flies, and half a month has passed in the blink of an eye.
The Ten Rings Empire has released two groundbreaking national policies that will shake the world.
First, the entire Ten Rings Empire is open to the outside world, accepting all Mutants from around the globe to settle there. The Empire possesses cutting-edge biotechnology, enabling it to provide targeted treatment and repair for Mutants deformities and mutations.
Any Mutants is self-conscious about their altered appearance or deformed physique can receive free appearance restoration.
All Mutants enjoy generous salaries, comprehensive benefits, and protection of their legal rights.
Second, all Mutants worldwide are protected by the Ten Rings Empire.
Whether it is civilian forces illegally arresting and persecuting Mutants, or official agencies of various countries imprisoning and researching Mutants under the guise of experiments, once verified, the Ten Rings Empire will take strong action and deliver a thunderous blow!
The two announcements instantly went viral worldwide!
Countless Mutants, who had long suffered from discrimination, exclusion, hunting, and experimentation, were all deeply shaken and excited.
In an instant, Mutants from all over the world secretly set off, rushing to the Middle East regardless of the consequences.
In just a few days, the newly formed Ten Rings Empire has become the utopian Utopia freedom that all the suffering Mutants dream of.
Inside a secluded apartment in San Francisco.
Magneto, Erik, sat by the window, watching the news about the new policies of the Ten Rings Empire being broadcast on a loop on television.
The coin, which had been spinning rapidly between his fingers, suddenly stopped and fell straight onto the table.
His eyes were fixed on the screen, his expression complex and indescribable.
"Mr. Erik, what the Ten Rings Empire said... is all true?"
The Pyro behind him stared wide-eyed, his face filled with disbelief, his tone one of utter shock.
Magneto let out a heavy sigh, his expression deep and thoughtful.
"It is absolutely true."
He spoke slowly, his voice low, "However, they are not entirely selfless; their true intention is to absorb and utilize the Mutants ' innate powers to strengthen their own nation."
Having spent half his life navigating the complexities of human nature and the power struggles, he no longer believed in unconditional kindness in the world.
"So that's how it is...!"
Pyro's eyes blazed with fervor, his voice brimming with excitement as he exclaimed, "If we could get our hands on that Ten Rings's technology for altering appearances while preserving superpowers, we could absolutely attract a massive number of Mutants from around the world to join us!"
"It's not as simple as you think."
Magneto shook his head slightly, his expression solemn.
Today, the Ten Rings Empire is at the height of its power and possesses terrifying military strength, capable of crushing the United States, the superpower. The Ten Rings leader himself possesses unfathomable top-tier combat power.
Stealing core technologies from such a superpower is virtually impossible.
"If only Raven's abilities were still there."
Magneto sighed softly, his eyes filled with deep regret. "With her shapeshifting and disguise abilities, she could have easily and silently infiltrated the heart of the Ten Rings and stolen the technology without a single mistake."
Pyro thought of Raven's abilities and nodded, but unfortunately, she no longer possessed them.
"Mr. Erik!"
Pyro frowned deeply, his face filled with anxiety, and asked in a deep voice, "Now that the Ten Rings have relaxed their policies and are sheltering all Mutants, all over the world will surely flock there. What should we do next?"
Magneto did not answer immediately, but turned to look out the window at the deep night.
He remained silent for a long time before his gaze returned to the news footage on television, his expression filled with melancholy.
" Charles and I have argued for half our lives, but all we've ever wanted is a peaceful and safe haven for Mutants."
"The dream that we tried everything to achieve but couldn't has been accomplished so easily by someone else."
A deep sense of loneliness and regret welled up in his eyes, and his heart was filled with mixed emotions.
After a moment, Magneto slowly composed himself, his melancholy eyes gradually losing their gloom and regaining their sharp edge.
At that moment, he fully realized that his actions over the past few decades had led him into a dead end.
The rise of the Ten Rings Empire provided him with the most direct example.
With his prestige, ability, and background, he could easily emulate the other party, establish a pure, independent nation belonging only to Mutants, and become a true great leader who governs all Mutants!
His ambition, which had previously plummeted to rock bottom, suddenly erupted completely. His eyes, which had been slightly cloudy, suddenly became sharp and piercing, revealing his true colors.
Pyro nearby, clearly sensed the dramatic change in Magneto's aura and instantly beamed with joy and excitement.
He has always admired the strong. In the past two years Magneto has lost his powers and become depressed, which made him want to leave and make his own way in the world.
And at this moment, the decisive and domineering Magneto has finally returned!
Magneto spoke in a deep, resolute voice, carrying an unquestionable authority. "Immediately contact Jamie and have him dispatch a large number of clones to infiltrate the entire Ten Rings Empire and conduct a comprehensive investigation."
"If we have the chance, we must get our hands on that core technology for modifying the deformed appearance of Mutants!"
"Besides that, let's see if we can get our hands on the Ten Rings Iron Man Armor and mech technology!"
As soon as he finished speaking, the coin on the table floated up and spun rapidly around him, exuding a long-lost, majestic and domineering aura.
"Once we master this technology, the Brotherhood can rise to power, unify all Mutants factions, and become a true hegemon!"
"Understood! I'll contact Jamie right away!"
Pyro was deeply moved by this aura, his eyes burning with fervor. He immediately obeyed the order and turned to contact his Multiple Man, Jamie.
The ability of Multiple Man is unique; it can split into countless independent replicas, and even if the clone dies in battle, it will not harm the original body.
Moreover, his numerous clones learned and accumulated experience separately, enabling him to master a wide variety of skills, making him an all-rounder.
The only drawback is that he has average scientific research talent and finds it difficult to delve into advanced technologies.
But if he is simply used for infiltration, intelligence gathering, and infiltrating the Ten Rings Empire, he is the most suitable candidate at present.
Xavier School for Gifted Teenagers Mutants, New York State.
Professor X sat quietly in his wheelchair, his gaze fixed on the news report on the founding policies of the Ten Rings Empire on television, remaining silent for a long time.
He felt a mix of emotions, unable to tell whether it was relief, bitterness, or resentment.
He couldn't help but wonder if the path he and Erik had taken was wrong from the very beginning.
Is this approach of establishing a nation to protect and openly accept Mutants the true way out and the right path for Mutants?
Thinking of this, Professor X shook his head slightly with a self-deprecating smile, feeling utterly lost.
At this moment, all the Mutants within the entire academy were shocked by the policies of the Ten Rings Empire.
They are free from discrimination and persecution, possess their own sanctuary nation, and have access to cutting-edge technology that preserves their mutant abilities and repairs their deformed appearances.
Many of the deformed Mutants in the academy outwardly accept their unique, strange, and ugly appearance, but deep down they are still extremely insecure.
For the Ten Rings Empire, this technology was nothing short of a godsend.
In an instant, the Mutants of the entire Xavier Institute were restless, and the idea of settling down in the Ten Rings Empire arose in everyone's heart.
"Professor."
The door was gently pushed open, Beast Hank strode into the room, a hint of joy on his face.
"What's wrong, Hank?"
Professor X turned and asked.
"Congress has just concluded an emergency meeting and issued a new policy regarding Mutants!"
Hank spoke rapidly, immediately reporting crucial information, "The official decision is to formally affiliate the X-Men -X-Men to the S.W.O.R.D., granting them legitimate public office and law enforcement authority!"