Chapter 1051: A Justified Cause

Inside the encrypted Communication Room of the Thunderhawk Gunship.

"... After technical restoration and comparison, the residual energy signature has an 87 percent match with the energy spectrum of the 'Condensed Essence Crystal Core' used by the Saikashan race."

As Lion finished speaking, a brief, deathly silence fell over the Communication Room.

"Before the founding of the Star Alliance... Xiuluo Holy Mother Star..."

Li Fengmin repeated these keywords in a low voice.

"They... have the blood of our kin on their hands?"

Horus nodded.

"Yes. That was during the chaotic era before the order of the Star Alliance was fully established.

Their methods were cruel, and a large number of civilians perished.

Due to the limitations of order at the time, and the subsequent continuous wars, the culprits of this tragedy were only superficially eliminated, without ever tracing the root cause."

Lion's voice became somewhat deep.

"To think they were hiding right under our noses, and even... dared to disguise themselves as victims, coming to us to fawn and beg!"

Horus took over the conversation, looking at Li Fengmin and Safo.

"Now, intelligence leads to the Saikashan. Although it is not yet 100 percent ironclad proof, combined with their current bizarre behavioral patterns, the suspicion is already too great for us to ignore.

They are not the peace-loving, oppressed people they appear to be. They are likely a group of executioners with blood-stained hands who are adept at disguise and lurking!"

Li Fengmin nodded and replied.

"I understand. They are not potential vassals, but potential, and perhaps even historical, enemies."

"Correct. The Star Alliance will never tolerate such enemies. However,"

Horus changed the subject, emphasizing.

"We need evidence, a reason to strike that can be placed on the table and convince all members within and outside the Star Alliance.

We cannot launch a war of extermination against a civilization that 'voluntarily expresses submission' based solely on suspicion.

That would damage the foundation of the Star Alliance's 'Order and Justice' and provide an excuse for other civilizations watching from the sidelines, making subsequent liberation efforts troublesome."

"Therefore, they must strike first. We need a moment of 'revelation.' A moment where they actively attack Star Alliance diplomats, completely tearing off their disguise and proving their hostile intent.

Only then will any subsequent military action of ours be a righteous vengeance, a thunderous means of upholding Star Alliance law!"

Horus looked at Li Fengmin.

"Diplomat Li, your previous pressure was excellent; it has successfully incited their anger and left them in a dilemma. Now, we need you, the 'Sharp Knife,' to take one more step forward.

After returning to Yongshuang Star, in the name of 'verifying sincerity' and 'ensuring the authenticity of information,' put forward even harsher demands that touch upon their bottom line and core secrets.

For example, demand random, unannounced inspections of all their scientific research facilities, energy hubs, and even their royal archives and historical document repositories;

demand that their 'Frost King' and all high-ranking nobles must accept your 'interrogations' at any time, without excuse; and feel free to directly question any data they submit.

Demand that they prove their loyalty with 'actual actions,' such as... immediately handing over some key Condensed Essence Crystal Core breeding masters as 'hostages,' or opening their core military zones for us to 'tour'."

Lion added.

"Focus on provoking those impulsive targets, such as that Count Kainuo and that General Hanjian. Sergeant Safo, your squad must follow the diplomats like shadows to form a powerful deterrent, but remember, unless the other side uses force first, never fire the first shot.

What we want is for them to be unable to endure any longer, to be the first to break the rules and attack the Star Alliance envoys. At that time, you need no further instructions; you have the right to self-defense and must immediately send the 'under attack' signal."

Horus concluded.

"This will be a dangerous Task, Diplomat Li, Sergeant Safo.

The *Loyal Soul* and the fleet of the Lion brothers will lock onto Yongshuang Star. Once your signal is received, they will rush to support, and orbital strikes will descend at the first opportunity to provide you with the strongest fire support.

But before that, you must face the potential conflict alone."

Li Fengmin nodded and replied.

"Understood, my lords. To exact blood debts for history and to establish the name and prestige of the Star Alliance is our duty and honor.

We will carefully design every step to ensure the pressure is sufficient, making them feel they have nowhere to retreat, yet without over-stimulating them to the point of desperation where they might resort to crazy, mutually destructive actions."

Sergeant Safo struck his breastplate heavily and promised.

"Dark Angels swear to ensure the safety of the diplomatic team and guarantee that... the Alien attack will occur at the most 'suitable' time and place.

We will guide the brightest targets for the orbital strike."

"Very good! Keep communications open and report progress at any time. May the wisdom of the Emperor guide you, and may victory be with you."

Lion also said in a deep voice.

"For those souls who passed away in the darkness, for the glorious future of the Asura Holy Star Alliance. Go ahead and do it; let the Saikashan race meet their final judgment in the flames of war they ignited themselves."

The communication cut off.

Inside the gunship cabin, Li Fengmin and Safo exchanged a glance; no words were needed, as both understood the action strategy ahead.

Li Fengmin straightened his collar and connected the communication to Aisi Wense outside.

"Elder Aisi Wense, notify your King. After our preliminary assessment, we believe the intent you submitted lacks sufficient substantive sincerity.

Based on the Star Alliance's highest audit standards for potential vassal civilizations, we demand the immediate initiation of an unrestricted, random inspection of the entire Yongshuang Throne domain.

This includes but is not limited to: all energy facilities, scientific research institutions, historical archives, and... your core military restricted zones."

Li Fengmin paused intentionally to let the other side digest this information, then continued.

"Have your His Majesty and all cabinet members ready to accept our face-to-face questioning at any time.

Additionally, to ensure the authenticity of the information, we require you to dispatch three of your most senior Condensed Essence Crystal Core breeding masters to return with our fleet immediately for technical verification.

This is the first step to demonstrate your sincerity; there is no room for negotiation."

On the other end of the communication, there was a long silence; only the obviously heavy breathing of Aisi Wense could be heard.

Li Fengmin could imagine how shocked and angry that Frost King and his nobles must be within the throne room at this moment.