"You can't say that. I do have high hopes for your potential, especially your offensive weapons, which have already exceeded our expectations. If we join forces, we will definitely reach a higher level very quickly. Don't you agree, General?"
Upon hearing this, Hu Yu and the others immediately understood what Li Shun Shunyuan meant. It seemed that he was preparing to use force. The two academicians touched their foreheads, while Wen Zhonghua quietly and forcefully pressed his little finger, where a miniature four-dimensional communication device was implanted. It was directly connected to the warship where Gao Jianchuan was located. This was Hu Yu's only way to contact the outside world. The first press indicated that the situation had changed and that they should prepare for battle.
"President Li Shun, the current environment in the Milky Way is very complex. Powerful races and the Zerg are eyeing us covetously. Although our two groups of humans have different origins, we both call ourselves human. If you are willing to cooperate, President, we will find a leader as soon as possible to facilitate cooperation."
Hu Yu continued his efforts, partly Hu Yu didn't want to start a war with these humans, and partly so that everyone could leave this place safely.
"The general's words make sense. It is precisely because the environment in the Milky Way is complex that we must do everything we can to become stronger. The quickest way is for the general's human force to join us. We have already received news from the Large Star Sector Alliance that once we reach the Intermediate Stage of Small Star Sector, we will assist them in consolidating their defenses. At that time, the general will have a larger stage and better room for development."
"Your Majesty, what if I disagree?"
"I think the general will agree. I know you can represent humanity on Earth. As long as you stay here, your fleet and your base will come." Li Shun Shunyuan said with a smile, as if everything was under control. It was normal for him to have such confidence, with a powerful fleet outside and the opposing leader on his own planet, unable to escape.
"Your Excellency, I don't want to ruin things. Thank you for your hospitality these past few days. Hu Yu takes his leave!" With that, everyone stood up, preparing to depart.
"General, don't test my patience. Do you think you can leave here with just this few men?"
"Your Excellency is welcome to give it a try."
"Originally, I didn't want to take this step, but if the general insists on going his own way, then don't blame me. Don't worry, we will incorporate your fleet and take over your technology tree. As for your people, apart from infants, I don't think there's any need to keep the rest. We don't lack people here, especially those with disloyal intentions."
" Li Shun Shunyuan, you will regret this. Take action!" Hu Yu said softly.
Wen Zhonghua pressed his little finger twice to signal the action. The guards, disguised as VIPs, immediately surrounded Hu Yu Wen Zhonghua, and the two academicians, pulling out energy balls. Since firearms couldn't pass inspection, the guards had to find a way to carry a miniature energy ball with them. These energy balls could evade all conventional scanning methods; they were simply energy and undetectable. As for the detonators, the guards had already modified them using translators provided by the other side—mere electromagnetic waves, nothing to these versatile individuals.
"I warn you not to act rashly. You have seen the power of these things if they explode. Everyone here will be reduced to ashes, including you, the leader," Wen Zhonghua warned.
Haha, you think this is who I am?
"What's the meaning?"
"Come, let me show you."
After speaking, the leader raised one of his hands, slowly reached into his head, and took out the brain tissue. The leader seemed as if nothing had happened, still smiling, calm and composed. The white brain tissue was still slightly steaming, and the brain circuits were still slightly wriggling.
"You!" Hu Yu and everyone else were stunned.
"Nothing strange about it, just a little trick."
Hu Yu and the others immediately understood what was going on. They had seen this technology back in the Wind Star Civilization. The Fish Horse Star Civilization used holographic projection to kill the Minister of Industry, who was the head of the nation. It was also because the projection had the ability to attack with a physical object. However, the projection of the head of state in front of them was so realistic. But taking out the brain was definitely not real. Just like Head of State Li Shun said, it was just a little trick.
While human holographic projections are also very realistic, they lack any texture and the ability to manipulate objects; they are merely a pure image of light and shadow. In this respect, Li Shun Shunyuan is clearly superior to humans. This image not only has texture but can also manipulate objects. Even Hu Yu doesn't know when they replaced their real bodies, or whether it was a physical image from the very first moment.
"Don't panic. If your people can get you out of here, I'll admit defeat and tell you a little secret."
Hu Yu waved his hand, signaling the guards to disperse.
"Rest assured, everyone, I believe that Head of State Li Shun is not so lacking in confidence as to lack even this much."
"General, you certainly have the magnanimity. Let me destroy your fleet first, then we can discuss our affairs. I know your technology tree isn't so easy to acquire, and your people aren't so easy to incorporate into our ranks, so your safety can be guaranteed for now."
Upon receiving Hu Yu's order, the hatches of the three Grim Slayer docked on the planet's surface swung open, and ten thousand heavily armed guards in jet-black armor rushed out, led by Gao Jianchuan. These armors were made of Reversed State blocks, which, after being stored for a long time, fused together to form a complete set of mechanical armor.
The only drawback of this suit of armor is that it must be disassembled and stored normally, and can only be assembled before a mission. Otherwise, the entire suit of armor will become a block of iron that cannot move when fused together. Now, the guards wearing this armor have all become giants, standing over ten meters tall. They carry energy guns, carry antimatter bullets, and exude a strong killing intent. These three Grim Slayer are only a few hundred kilometers away from Hu Yu, and the guards can arrive in just a few minutes.
If Hu Yu weren't on this planet, he could have handled everything with just three Grim Slayer. However, the Grim Slayer dared not move at this moment. Hu Yu and the others only had the most basic defensive clothing, which was barely enough to be considered paper-thin in the face of an advanced civilization. The Grim Slayer could easily harm Hu Yu with just a slight movement and the resulting storm.
As soon as the guards flew out of the Grim Slayer, a dense swarm of various aircraft and bombs flew in from the front, forming a dark, continuous mass that blotted out the sun.
"Everyone, don't get bogged down in battle. Our Reversed State Armor is strong enough to defend us; ordinary attacks can't harm us. Saving the general and the academicians is the priority," Gao Jianchuan ordered.
"General, do you think you can be rescued with just these 10,000 men?" the holographic image of Li Shun Shunyuan said with a smile.
"If this weren't your planet, it might be difficult, but here there are countless humans. You dare not use high-yield weapons; they will arrive here soon, and none of your attacks will harm them. Not only here, but your fleet will soon be destroyed as well."
"General, you jest. The materials technology of Star System-Level Civilization is nothing more than various alloys. Although my army doesn't use high-yield offensive weapons, any alloy is no problem for point-to-point precision strikes. And you've overlooked one point: once we capture you, it doesn't matter if there are more than a billion people on this planet, or even ten times that number. Don't worry, this place was designed specifically for you. Even if this planet is destroyed, this room will remain unaffected. After I eliminate your guards, I'll invite you to a new place."