Chapter 592: The World in the Box

"Box? What the commander meant is that this world might be virtualized by someone else?" Hood finally reacted, saying somewhat surprised.

Qin Ge nodded and shook his head, "We still can't confirm the truth of this matter; it's merely a guess by Emperor Frederick."

Why are the Sirens currently so focused on us? It's because we are an unexpected situation in their computational process.

In principle, if an anomaly appears in an experiment, it should be quickly cleared away. But the Sirens haven't done that, or rather they are expecting the anomaly to appear.

That's precisely why our fleet can receive funding from the Sirens—those research ship equipment, those data materials, and even those research Cubes.

"What an astonishing remark," the Prince of Wales said to Qin Ge.

Qin Ge smiled, "That's why we can't explain these matters to everyone in the fleet; otherwise, everyone would be lost in wild speculation every day, which would greatly delay things."

The Royal personnel couldn't help but nod; they now understood Qin Ge's concern. Such a hypothesis, if it remained just a guess, would be fine, but once proven true, it would bring earth-shaking changes to this world.

"But if what the commander thinks is really true, how should the commander respond?" King George V asked.

Qin Ge smiled, revealing a mysterious smile, "If this world is truly virtual, then many things can be explained, or rather, they can be easily explained."

Why can they create a mirror sea like a game dungeon? Why can they deploy the fleet across the entire world? Why can they retreat through specific passages?

All of this indicates that they are the license holders of this virtual world, in other words, what we previously called the "GameMaster."

Therefore, their advantage over us comes entirely from that license.

And our goal has shifted from dealing with them to seizing the license they hold. It looks like the difficulty has increased somewhat, but execution becomes relatively much simpler.

"What an interesting idea, license, authority. Haha, my blood feels like it's boiling, truly exciting!" King George V said with a face full of excitement; although she showed excitement, one could still sense a dignified presence.

"However, it's hard to imagine; in my impression, aside from handling documents in the office, the commander spends most of his time occupied by other companions in Gangqu."

"Who would have thought that, in silence, the commander actually discussed such a profound hypothesis with several other leaders—truly surprising." Hood smiled at Qin Ge and said.

Qin Ge rolled his eyes speechlessly, "Is that all the capability I have in your impression?"

"Haha, it seems either the commander is usually low-key, or Hood, you just aren't observant enough." King George V laughed and said.

Qin Ge waved his hand, "Perhaps it's my responsibility; as the companions in Gangqu gradually increase, the time I can spend with you keeps decreasing. The main reason for this situation is that we might usually lack communication, leading to this deviation."

"That's also inevitable; the commander doesn't need to worry." King George V beside him laughed and said, "Although the commander is the commander of each of us, he is more the leader of the entire fleet. It's not necessary for everyone to understand you; the most important thing is to lead everyone forward."

"Although that's what was said, I still want to find a middle ground where, without affecting the fleet's advance, we can have better mutual understanding." Qin Ge said with a smile.

The ensuing conversation gradually returned to normal, laughter slowly spreading from here, drifting in the sea breeze...

As evening approached, everyone finally ended the tea gathering and walked together toward the dormitory building in Gangqu.

However, Qin Ge noticed the monarch lagging behind, so he bade farewell to the accompanying few, slowed his steps, and came to the monarch's side.

"What's wrong? You didn't say a word at the tea gathering today, and now it seems you're deliberately avoiding something again?" Qin Ge said to the monarch.

"Sorry, commander, I've made you worry." The monarch said apologetically to Qin Ge.

"Don't say such polite words." Qin Ge shook his head, then looked toward the several Royal personnel far ahead, "Is it because of King George V and the others?"

The monarch's expression instantly became somewhat complex, nodding then shaking his head.

Then he suddenly asked Qin Ge, "In your eyes, commander, who is better—me or those KGVs?"

Qin Ge smiled, "Is that the point of your dilemma?"

The monarch nodded, his expression somewhat complex, and said, "Wales and York... I both despise them for taking away my place of existence, yet I love them for being born from my disappearance and carrying on my legacy."

Hearing the monarch's explanation, Qin Ge realized and smiled, "It seems you still care about your existence; from the moment you first appeared, you told me you would let the whole world know how foolish it was not to have chosen you initially."

Until today's reunion, yet you again doubt your existence. Actually, you needn't be like this; in my eyes, you are you, you are the monarch.

An independent existence, yet a complete person. You needn't mind anyone's opinion; you only need to know that I have been eagerly awaiting your emergence.

Even if everyone in this world refuses to acknowledge your existence, I will still stand by your side, just as now, acknowledging you and facing everything together with you."

The monarch looked at the sincere Qin Ge and a faint smile appeared at the corner of his mouth, "Commander, I am truly happy. Even if this world no longer needs me, you will still need me, and that is already enough for me."

Qin Ge smiled, took the monarch's hand, "I am also fortunate, because your world began when I met you, and I am your entire world."

So please let us cherish this destined encounter even more. As for them, face them with a calmer mindset; there's no need to constantly compare ourselves to them.

Your existence's value needs no proof; I have seen everything. Now, as monarch, strive to be active in this world.

Not to compare with anyone, but for yourself."

Qin Ge's words made the monarch's smile become even more radiant; she involuntarily tightened her grip on Qin Ge's hand and then nodded heavily, "I understand, commander."

Seeing the monarch's smile, Qin Ge felt relieved, "Then let's go back together to eat; although we've drunk plenty of tea and eaten many snacks, we still need to have some staple food."

"Mm, commander!"