Chapter 378

I will betray?!!

After hearing Sui Bian's words, Angelong and Magnus exclaimed in unison, obviously not believing that the two of them would betray humanity.

Moreover, Magnus unconsciously looked toward Rus not far away, his eyes still hinting at a hint of vigilance.

"I say, what are you thinking, you blockhead?" Upon seeing Magnus showing a look that begged for a beating, Rus immediately snapped: "When I was young, I liked to bully you, but I wouldn't go so far as to kill you, right?? Also! Isn't Shengjilesi also always bullied by me?"

"Yeah, that's right." Shengjilesi nodded in agreement, and also helped persuade Rus: "Although Rus is rather annoying, his heart isn't bad."

"Hiss… is this for real? I don't feel right hearing this." Rus remained displeased.

"All right." Sui Bian, getting somewhat irritated by the gradually increasing volume of the four sons' voices, raised his left hand to stop the OriginalBodies' free discussion, then glanced again at each OriginalBody and solemnly said:

"Remember, you are you, they are they; even if the names are the same, it doesn't mean you are the same as them. The most important point is that I am not that selfless grand duke emperor, and there will be no rift between us father and son."

"What the father said is correct." Robert likewise was the first to express agreement.

"Hmm." The OriginalBodies all nodded in agreement.

After all, this is a fact.

Even setting aside the "father-son connection" skill, Robert, John, Leon, Rus, Rog, Kelakesi, Feilusi, Angelong, Magnus, and Shengjilesi—these ten OriginalBodies have the firmest, most steadfast loyalty to Sui Bian.

Rebellion?

Why rebel? Dad gave me everything best; what reason do I have to rebel?

Moreover, Dad can blow up a planet with a single finger; opposing him would be suicide, and I'm not an idiot.

"Father..." At this moment, the ever-silent Leon suddenly spoke in a low voice: "If that universe is truly as Father saw, then Helusi should have been killed, yet now the rebels claim to be for the 'New Empire' and 'New Emperor'—could it be that the rebels have succeeded?"

"I also cannot be certain." Sui Bian lightly shook his head, "Moreover, the formation of this Space Gate is inevitably linked to the evil gods and demons; since that bunch only dares to hide in other dimensions, driving the so-called Human Empire to provoke us, we cannot be polite either..."

Speaking, Sui Bian deliberately paused, then countered: "So, what do you think we should do?"

"Expedition!" The ten OriginalBodies replied in unison.

"Yeah, that's right—only by launching an expedition and bringing that galaxy under our rule does it match our father-son style of conduct." Sui Bian also replied with a smile.

"Then Father, who will be the commander-in-chief this time...?" Bold Rus directly asked.

"..." As the words fell, all OriginalBodies fell silent, even deliberately slowing their breathing, quietly listening to their father prepare to appoint which brother would be in charge of the expedition.

Although in the past three expeditions, the eldest brother Robert had served as commander-in-chief twice, but Robert is still acting as temporary governor in Universe 02, so the commander-in-chief position might just fall to me.

However, Father's ensuing answer first left the OriginalBodies slightly disappointed, but after they recovered, they were instead astonished beyond measure.

Only saw Sui Bian raise his left hand, lightly pinching his chin, making a thoughtful gesture, then saying: "The position of commander-in-chief... well, it seems this father of mine has never held it before, so how about I lead the expeditionary force this time?"

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Having heard Sui Bian's words clearly, the OriginalBodies' facial changes could be described as "splendidly varied," with expressions of confusion, excitement, etc., intertwined.

"Father! You mean you're going to lead us to teach that bunch of trash a lesson?!" Rus exclaimed, unable to hide his excitement.

Moreover, the Wolf King's voice even had the tendency to pierce the office, reverberate throughout the entire headquarters building, and even spread to the whole new Raccoon City.

Fortunately, after being glared at by Sui Bian again, Rus finally behaved himself a bit.

"But..." Moreover, Robert, while still shocked, also voiced his concern to Sui Bian: "Beings from other dimensions are extremely likely to take advantage of Father leading the expeditionary force to the parallel universe to covet the main universe, as well as Universes 01 and 02."

So Father, I still propose that one of the brothers serve as commander-in-chief, leading the brothers to resolve the New Human Empire."

"Exactly, Father, leaving the expedition to us to handle would be fine." Shengjilesi also shared the same view.

Upon hearing this, Sui Bian naturally knew his son meant well and didn't want to trouble the "old man" to personally intervene.

But originally, his attitude toward Warhammer 30,40k was to view the neighbor's unfilial descendants, having no intention to meddle in their family affairs; however, this bunch of brats actually climbed over the fence and wreaked havoc on his own "seedlings (descendants)", so it seems time for him to personally step in, to help the neighbor (the Emperor) educate those "big kids".

However, the concerns raised by Robert and Shengjilesi also cannot be ignored.

Because the evil gods and demons might be expecting and hoping he leaves the Solar System, leaves the main universe; only then can they relatively safely invade the material universe.

Thus Sui Bian smiled again, reassuring the sons: "Rest assured, I've already taken this into account; I won't impulsively go on an expedition, after all, the main universe is our foundation."

Having said that, Sui Bian slightly turned his head, looking at the son standing in ninth place, and continued: "So during my absence, Magnus will take over my post to oversee the human territories."

"Bookworm??" Rus couldn't believe it.

"??" Except for Rog, the other OriginalBodies were all astonished.

"Yes, Father, before you return, humanity will surely remain safe." Meanwhile, Magnus puffed out his chest; although his expression remained humble, his demeanor inevitably carried a hint of pride, arrogance, and...

Smug.

As for Rog, he remained calm, not jabbering as usual, because he had long known Father would let Magnus stay at the Terra Shield.

As an OriginalBody of the Solar System garrison legion, Rog inevitably personally directed or indirectly participated in various construction projects; moreover, one of his many hobbies is infrastructure building, aiming to forge an absolute bulwark for the Solar System.

And among the projects Rog has participated in recently, one is constructing a "Spiritual Energy Amplifier" within the inner world of the Terra Shield, using the technology left behind by the administrators.

With this device, combined with the gradually improving stargate network, his father can continuously shroud the human domains with his own Spiritual Energy; if the stargate network is fully perfected, then Universes 01 and 02 will also receive the protection of the Master of Humanity.

Under Sui Bian, the foremost in Spiritual Energy capacity and application is Magnus; having this OriginalBody of the Ninth Legion sit at the Spiritual Energy Amplifier can indeed take over Father's role in protecting humanity.

Furthermore, the Terra Shield, which will also remain in the Solar System and possesses the firepower to instantly annihilate a star system, along with newly produced weapons...

This way, their father can freely act within a limited time, without needing to worry about the evil gods and demons pulling any tricks.

"How old are you all? Settle down." Sui Bian then admonished the astonished sons, and then told the Red Empress: "Send the data of the Spiritual Energy Amplifier to them."

"Yes."

After finishing his instructions to the Red Empress, Sui Bian first gathered his amiable demeanor, his expression turned solemn, and then he commanded the group of OriginalBody offspring:

"John, Rog, Kelakesi, Angelong, Shengjilesi, you five get ready, arrange your respective sector defenses, then gather at Diana and follow me on the expedition."

"Robert, although you're not part of the expedition, you need to mobilize five hundred thousand reserves from Universe 02 to provide our expeditionary force with sufficient numbers of Astate, to garrison the conquered planets and star systems."

"Leon, Rus, Feilusi, and Magnus, you will be responsible for guarding our existing territories and foundations."

"Yes! Father!" The OriginalBodies replied in unison.

"Hmm, go get ready." Sui Bian gestured with his hand, but finally added: "John, you stay behind."

Yes!

With another unified response, the OriginalBodies dispersed themselves, leaving only John wearing the War God's armor.

Sui Bian walked up to his second son, looked him over, and then resumed a kind expression, smiling lightly as he asked: "Child, what did the goddess Hera say to you?"

"I haven't had a chance to make contact yet," John replied truthfully.

"Hmm." Sui Bian nodded, then said with a hint of meaning: "Remember, the goddess Hera could be a potential human ally; you should first negotiate with me, trying to stabilize her emotions."

"Yes, I understand, Father." John likewise nodded lightly.

"Alright, go get busy."

Yes.

After finishing the conversation with his second son, the office returned completely to silence, leaving only the bright, soft lighting, and Hong Hou and Hera whose eyes continuously flickered with faint red and blue light, as well as Sui Bian turning to face the floor-to-ceiling window again.

A silence lingered for a moment.

Sui Bian gave the order: "Hong Hou, tell the hunting goddess to lead her forces to Dianka immediately, for that side needs her and the Grey Knights to handle purification."

"Yes." Hong Hou agreed.

"Hera..." Sui Bian gradually shifted his gaze to the central square still crowded with people, then turned his back to Hera and said: "You will control the Grand Devices 001, 002, and 003, and likewise transport them to Dianka; this time you will join me on the expedition, assisting me in scheduling and control, while the affairs of the main universe and the 01 and 02 universes will be temporarily handed over to Hong Hou to take full charge; you only need to focus on dealing with the New Human Empire and the chaotic forces of the otherworld."

"Don't worry." Hera revealed a natural, confident, slightly playful smile.

Furthermore, this artificial intelligence that almost fully possessed human emotions actively asked her boss: "Chairman, it seems we finally have a chance to test the power effect of the Grand Device we have replicated."

"If possible, I don't want to use this level of weapon, but... reality often conflicts with plans, so it's better to bring it along."

Sui Bian responded in a light tone, as if speaking of a trivial matter unrelated to the big picture, but Hera's words emphasized the term "replicate"...

Actually, the Grand Device weapon manufactured by Umbrella is indeed a "counterfeit" grade for the already extinct administrators, but it is still enough to annihilate an entire civilization in a short moment.

Next, Sui Bian continued to admire the night view of New Raccoon City, when at that moment, the system's long‑absent cold, emotionless voice sounded in his mind:

【Detected a vortex Space Gate, generated under the influence of otherworldly forces; therefore, the system hereby issues an optional mission.

Mission: The host, or the host's subordinates—OriginalBodies, Astates, mortal auxiliary troops, etc. —are to slay Helusi Lupekarl, who bears the Blessing of an otherworldly evil god.

Mission rewards:

① Obtain all the Spiritual Energy of the Original Human Emperor.

② Obtain the right to open and close the vortex Space Gate.

③ Obtain 400,000 (400k) points.

④ Obtain all the technology from the Warhammer 40k series for manufacturing OriginalBodies and Astates.

⑤ Obtain the "Absolute Protection" specialty, whereby the host can, through Spiritual Energy Release, then through the host's subjective consciousness provide protection, ensuring that the protected populace is free from various invasions, corruption, and temptation.

Note: If the host stops Spiritual Energy Release, the effect of Absolute Protection will disappear.

Mission failure: no penalty.

Special notes:

The system, in order to prevent otherworldly evil gods and demons from possibly severing the vortex Space Gate, has successfully seized and occupied the free right to open and close the vortex Space Gate.

Therefore, before the host voluntarily abandons the mission or completes it, the vortex Space Gate cannot possibly close; please rest assured, host.】

"..."

After hearing the system's words, Sui Bian's left eyebrow twitched slightly, but his mood remained calm; the reason for his raised brow was that this reward was quite generous, and he also obtained an important piece of information: Helusi Lupekarl seems to have successfully killed his father and seized power, while the Emperor...

Perhaps he is in a half‑dead, half‑alive state? Or perhaps he has been placed by traitors upon the Golden Throne of Terra (Earth)?

But no matter what, he will personally lead his offspring on a trip to that universe to teach a lesson to those daring patricidal "unfilial ones."

After finishing his contemplation, Sui Bian left the top‑floor office with Hera, preparing to set off for Dianka, while Hong Hou would remain aboard the Terra Shield to assist in guarding the five OriginalBodies already stationed in the held territories.

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At the same time Sui Bian left the top‑floor office.

Dianka is approximately 3,600 light‑years away in a straight line from the Solar System.

The reinforcements arriving, led by the ship Leodani, are currently blocking the vortex Space Gate that links the main universe and the suspected Warhammer 30/40k universe.

As for John, who had already ended his call with his father, he and a group of warriors had been teleported in advance to the urban area of Dianka, preparing to make contact with Hera and try to figure out exactly what this goddess's purpose is.

(End of chapter)