Chapter 604: But That's Our Brother Organization!

Cultivating ordinary people into Believers through normal means will not strip them of too much of their independent consciousness.

Only a portion of Zealots will treat the god of their faith as their sole everything, even annihilating their own emotions.

If all the citizens of the Benfir Civilization are gathered in one area, after a long period of cultivation, such Zealots will be born, but the proportion won't be high.

Therefore, Li Yu wasn't deceiving Sage. He even stated that if the interests were analyzed clearly and laid out practically in front of the numerous citizens of the Benfir Civilization.

He believed that the majority of the Benfir Civilization's citizens would even choose to follow Li Yu and leave.

After all, in the Interstellar Society, aside from highly developed civilizations, the citizens of most Ordinary civilizations didn't live as well as one might imagine.

Those with truly affluent living conditions were the middle and upper-class citizens.

For most lower-class citizens, hustling and bustling for a lifetime wouldn't necessarily change their social class.

They might as well choose a comfortable living environment; so what if they had to believe in a Divine Spirit?

Of course, there must also be many people unwilling to be mediocre who wouldn't want to.

However, Li Yu wouldn't consider so much. He glanced at Sage and said, "Originally, there was no need to tell you all this, but you still have a use later on, so I hope you can cooperate."

He needed the citizens of the Benfir Civilization to migrate voluntarily, otherwise, who knew how many troublesome incidents would occur in the middle.

As for how to proceed, he already had a rough idea in his mind.

Although the "cabin" hadn't been constructed yet, preparations could already begin. Robert being kept alive was also because of Li Yu's plan.

Sage fell into silence. He knew that regardless of whether he agreed or not, he would "cooperate."

Not long after, they suffered an attack from the Black Exodus Virus, and then discovered the High Echelon had framed the "Dragon Sovereign." Panic and unease filled their minds.

Right at this moment, former president Robert suddenly issued a public statement, claiming that the Benfir Civilization would not suffer Li Yu's oppression for nothing and without resisting, calling on the numerous citizens to rise up and resist.

This triggered strong protests from the citizens of the Benfir Civilization.

Motherf*cker, you want to drag us down to die with you this time, right? How are we so unlucky to have you as our president?

That Dragon Sovereign can blow up a planet with a wave of his hand. What are we supposed to use to resist him? Our heads?

Meanwhile, acting president Sage announced that Robert had already been relieved of his duties and had no qualifications to issue orders.

At the same time, he released numerous documents to the public, proving that former president Robert colluded with the Skrull Mining Company.

And wantonly spread the highly dangerous Black Exodus Virus within the civilization's borders.

In an instant, these documents incited the anger of the Benfir Civilization's citizens.

So the suffering we endured was actually orchestrated by you! They strongly demanded that Robert be brought to justice.

Sage reacted swiftly, personally taking action and apprehending Robert in less than three days.

And based on the interrogation confession, they learned an even more appalling piece of news: virus samples were also buried in other star systems within the Benfir Civilization and would soon erupt.

A wave of panic instantly swept across the entire Benfir Civilization.

But Sage quickly stepped forward to placate the citizens, claiming that he was willing to step forward, beg for the Dragon Sovereign's forgiveness, and request his assistance.

This recently renowned new big shot, a top-tier powerhouse, suddenly became the Savior of the Benfir Civilization.

The Benfir citizens, who had long since fallen into panic, were also simultaneously praying that the Dragon Sovereign would forgive them and provide help.

Following this, a trend emerged on the network, arguing that these ordinary citizens were innocent and hoping the Dragon Sovereign would offer assistance.

And it was precisely under this widespread anticipation that Li Yu issued a public statement, expressing his willingness to provide help to the innocent Benfir Civilization.

The specific details would be discussed with the Benfir Civilization, depending on the degree of virus infection within their borders.

If it reached an irreversible point, he was even willing to provide free interstellar migration services.

As soon as these words came out, many people marveled at Li Yu's magnanimity, and the citizens of the Benfir Civilization completely set their minds at ease.

After all, the Dragon Sovereign had already promised them in front of the entire Interstellar that he would guarantee their safety.

In just a few days, the clamor of the Benfir Civilization had subsided, and the research teams dispatched by the Dragon Sovereign had entered every Star System to inspect the degree of virus contamination.

……

"I have accomplished what I promised you. I hope it's really as you said, that you let them live well."

Facing Li Yu, Sage's expression held a hint of sorrow. Not long ago, Robert had been publicly executed.

Having contributed his last trace of value, the citizens of the entire Benfir Civilization all clapped and cheered.

"Rest assured..." Li Yu flipped through the Benfir Civilization's Internal network. The thoughts of the vast majority of people were following the steps he had predicted.

Of course, there were also some conspiracy theorists, but their comments quickly disappeared.

It was just that more affluent families began trying every means to detach themselves from the Benfir Civilization.

Switching to the Interstellar Network, the recent headlines were the exclusive interview with him published by Voice of the Starry Universe.

This exclusive interview caused quite a stir. After all, this was the first time Li Yu had accepted a public interview since the Battle of the Benfir Civilization.

Numerous advanced citizens also saw an entirely different path of ascension from Li Yu himself.

They saw a youth who could also be confused, who could also be lost, and who could also be at a loss, mingling at the bottom tier, resolving to change this Interstellar.

And ultimately becoming the major figure he wanted to be.

"...I hope you can also become kind people, and be people useful to the Interstellar Society."

This concluding sentence was widely circulated and became one of Li Yu's hallmarks.

Sage glanced at these news reports and sighed deeply.

Does anyone really care about the truth?

Under Li Yu's series of operations, the entire Benfir Civilization was already grateful to him, and the entire Interstellar was praising his magnanimity.

Who could know his true purpose?

Or rather, who cared?

He didn't believe that no one in the entire Interstellar could see through Li Yu's methods.

Yet no one spoke up to condemn him.

"Cheer up, don't be too depressed." Li Yu patted Sage's shoulder and smiled. "Right, follow me from now on. You'll have a boundless future."

Sage's lips tightened. He neither agreed nor refused. He knew Li Yu was only doing this to make him keep the secret, not because he fancied his combat power.

Once the cabin was constructed, they would announce that the Benfir Civilization's virus could no longer be controlled.

With the groundwork already laid, the psychological resistance towards interstellar migration would be reduced to a minimum.

With the entire Benfir Civilization feeling grateful to Li Yu, the resistance to cultivating them into Believers would also be much less.

Returning to Jade Void Palace, Li Yu pondered. Most of the matters brought about by the Battle of the Benfir Civilization had been largely handled.

The Abyss Sovereign should have also let his guard down. The goal of attacking the Abyss Institute could now be put on the agenda.

Currently, counting himself, he had three Tier A5 Lifeforms in total: Death Star and Istrala.

Although they basically only had a Combat Power Level of one or two hundred million, theoretically, they could also crush the Abyss Institute.

As for Silver Shooting Star's corpse, he didn't trust Bloodlust yet, so it was impossible to let him exert his power wantonly.

And he needed a more comprehensive understanding of the Abyss Institute. The information he got from Sakura was still too little.

"Salvation Ark, The Reformers... are both relatively good sources of information..." Li Yu prepared to exchange intelligence with these two factions.

He even wanted to invite Salvation Ark to attack together.

But after thinking it over repeatedly, he still gave up on this idea.

Facing the Abyss Institute now, although he wasn't 100% certain, he had a sixty or seventy percent certainty of annihilating it.

Under these circumstances, there was no need to find another faction to split the spoils with.

Just as he was pondering what to use to trade for intelligence.

He suddenly received an unexpected communication request—from Loren of the Star Glory Empire.

Li Yu's eyes flickered. He didn't know the other party's intentions, but he still chose to answer it.

"Your method of handling the Benfir Civilization was very masterful. You planned to relocate them from the very beginning, didn't you," Loren said as his opening remark.

Li Yu didn't believe his methods could be hidden from the smart people in the Interstellar.

Even the majority of factions should have already perceived his purpose.

It was just that no one was willing to Provoke Trouble with him right now, or rather, to Provoke Trouble with him for the sake of the Benfir Civilization.

There was no benefit, so why go touch this big shot's bad luck?

Furthermore, who told the Benfir Civilization to have such an unlucky president who offended Li Yu beforehand?

Therefore, hearing Loren's words, he wasn't surprised, merely asking in doubt, "Could it be that the Star Glory Empire wants to stand up against injustice for the Benfir Civilization?"

"No..." Loren shook his head. "The Benfir Civilization is already your spoil of war. You absolutely have the right to dispose of them."

"We also have no intention of intervening."

Listening to the other party's words, Li Yu already had some guesses in his heart.

His relationship with the Star Glory Empire wasn't good, and Loren hadn't come specifically to praise him either.

The purpose of Loren saying these words was just to tell Li Yu: 'We have already seen through your methods, but out of respect for you, we haven't exposed them.'

"You need a favor from me?" Li Yu asked directly, then chuckled twice. "Don't tell me you really came here specifically to praise me?"

Loren shook his head and said, "That special Unified Consciousness Entity should have been captured by you, right."

Li Yu was slightly taken aback. He hadn't expected the other party to actually come for Bloodlust.

The Star Glory Empire also knows of Bloodlust's origins?

He didn't speak, lest Loren deduce any information from it.

"You don't need to disguise it. It must be you who captured him." Loren thought Li Yu didn't want to admit it, so he said, "That consciousness entity escaped from the Titan Sanctuary. He's very special."

"I might as well tell you, we suspect he's not a product of the Titan Civilization."

Li Yu raised an eyebrow. The Star Glory Empire only knew of Bloodlust's form of existence, but didn't know his specific origins.

Knowing the scope of the Star Glory Empire's understanding, Li Yu felt relieved and said, "What do you mean? What do you mean he's not a product of the Titan Civilization?"

"It's very complicated to explain..." Loren didn't plan to go into detail, and instead said, "However, I can tell you directly. We originally planned to use it to bait out The Forerunners, which is why we left it alone in Amethyst."

"But we didn't expect him to be captured by you. I know you and The Forerunners are as incompatible as fire and water, so I want to cooperate with you."

Loren made his words very clear, yet also not so clear.

Want to cooperate with me to deal with The Forerunners?

Li Yu wasn't too surprised. After all, the concept that The Forerunners and the Other-Dimensional Camp were two factions of the same entity was already deeply ingrained in people's hearts.

And the Battle of the Benfir Civilization made it seem even more like they were incompatible as fire and water.

Based on the principle that the enemy of my enemy is my friend, it was understandable for the Star Glory Empire to seek out Li Yu for cooperation, as they weren't considered bitter enemies.

Thinking of this, Li Yu's eyes twitched. Wasn't this an Easy Mark delivering itself to his doorstep?

He hesitated for a moment and didn't speak immediately, acting as if he was considering it, and said somewhat hesitantly, "You should know that during our development, we split into two factions. Although we are practically severed and as incompatible as fire and water."

"But in essence, we share the same origin. If we ask you for help, we'll be spat upon."

Loren's expression was indifferent as he said, "But in the Benfir Civilization, didn't they ally with the Abyss Institute to ambush you?"

"This... they are considered our Brother Organization after all..." Li Yu's expression remained hesitant.

Motherf*cker, how did this Loren become so stupid? Do I have to spell it out for him?

Loren frowned slightly. He had come into contact with Li Yu many times. In his perception, this guy shouldn't be an Indecisive person.

How could he care about this kind of trivial matter?

Thinking of this, he suddenly blanked, instantly understanding. This kid wanted him to add money!

Talking for so long—about being two factions of the same entity, sharing the same origin, and being some Brother Organization.

It was all for one thing—add money!

"Then what will it take for you to be willing to cooperate with us?" Loren's mouth twitched slightly as he spoke in a deep voice.

"Since you're the ones who sought me out, you should at least show some sincerity, right?" Li Yu smiled, no longer mentioning anything about a Brother Organization.

"He's also your enemy. Cooperating is a win-win." Loren frowned.

"But, you sought me out first, and... that consciousness entity is still in my hands." Li Yu spread his hands.

Loren took a deep breath and said, "What kind of sincerity do you want?"

Hearing this sentence, Li Yu instantly smiled. "I want all the information on the Abyss Institute."

"Listen carefully, it's all the information you possess, including some rumors and unconfirmed intelligence."