Chapter 79: The Common Choice of the Vostonian Warriors

After the officers exited, Ninglu summoned Howard and the others inside, and he stared at the group.

"You now have an opportunity to become superhuman beings."

"I believe you already know what they are called; they are known as Astartes, and they are peerless, extraordinary warriors."

Howard and Bukayo were lost in thought, while the eyes of the "Fighter" Thierry ignited with fighting spirit.

Seeing this, Ninglu knew they could not clearly distinguish between Beyonders and Astartes, so he used his telepathic ability to send a Mind Pulse to everyone.

Over the course of several years, after assessing the potential and loyalty of all the Leaders, Ninglu had cultivated them into Beyonders of different Tiers.

"The abilities I have bestowed upon you—you must understand them, grasp their true meaning, and must truly practice them."

He expounded on the "Acting Method" in an obscure manner, then continued.

"You cannot withstand massive changes all at once; you must proceed step by step. Although the improvement is relatively slow, the future ceiling is higher."

Ninglu only told them part of the reason; the other part was the need to collect Potion Material.

Finding Potion Material in the vast galaxy is countless times more difficult than on a single Planet.

He continued to send a Mind Pulse to the group: "I have bestowed different abilities upon you, not limited to combat."

"The Astartes Gaizao Shouhu is centered on combat; the modifications to the brain and other aspects are also for the purpose of enhancing combat power."

"It will allow you to rapidly increase your combat power, which is something that would take me several ability upgrades to achieve."

Ninglu said vaguely, as he could not yet be certain at which Tier a combat-focused path like "Twilight Giant" would possess combat power rivaling an Astartes, let alone other paths not specialized in combat.

"Besides rapidly increasing combat power, there is another benefit to becoming an Astartes: after your modification, you will possess a lifespan of hundreds or thousands of years."

Before advancing to high Tiers, the lifespans of Beyonders do not compare to those of Astartes.

By transforming into Astartes, the Beyonders will have more sufficient time to advance.

Ninglu finally stated the cold truth in a serious tone.

"Astartes Gaizao Shouhu is best started from childhood, and even then, there is a risk of the modification failing."

"All of you have passed the most suitable age, and the possibility of dying during the Gaizao Shouhu is much greater."

"Furthermore, once modified, you will have no opportunity for rest; what awaits you ahead is an endless war."

"Therefore," he emphasized his tone again, "I hope you will consider this carefully."

"This time, I give you the opportunity to choose for yourselves; act from your hearts and make your own choices."

"Not just you, but also the Warriors under your command; I grant them the right to choose."

Ninglu said this from the bottom of his heart; they had followed him all the way, and he also hoped to lead them to establish their own kingdom in the future.

But Ninglu did not want to force them this time. The population policy implemented had already begun to show results, and the Legion could recruit children from Vostonia. The Primarch decided to give them a chance to choose for themselves; this was a reward for their merits.

As soon as Ninglu finished speaking, Thierry said resolutely.

"My King, I am willing to accept the Gaizao Shouhu; even if I die, I will never regret it."

"I am, too."

Howard, Bukayo, and Szczesny spoke almost simultaneously, and then Luoersiliefu and the others also reacted.

Ninglu's gaze swept over Luoersiliefu and Szczesny; they had the highest possibility of failing the modification, as both were nearly forty years old.

Luoersiliefu had the lowest potential among them all; he was only able to become a Leader and a "Warrior" because he was the most capable among those who had followed him since the Lower Hive.

Ninglu did not offer any further reminders; he clearly felt the firm will blooming from everyone, shining brightly within the Sea of Souls.

No one would give up, and a reminder now would only cast a shadow in their hearts.

Now was the time to give them encouragement. The Primarch stepped in front of Szczesny and patted his shoulder with his large hand.

"I believe that you will certainly be able to withstand the baptism of the Gaizao Shouhu and undergo a transformation."

At the same time, Ninglu's mind seeped into the blue mental gate of the "Sailor," leaving a suggestion within his mind.

"You will definitely pass the genetic surgery!"

For the first time, Szczesny truly felt Ninglu's concern, and he said excitedly.

"I will certainly not let you down."

Ninglu gave the same encouragement to everyone one by one. Each time he offered encouragement, he utilized his "Extraordinary Eloquence" and implanted the same suggestion into each of their minds.

After years of study, he was already a Psychic Master in the mental field, and the psychic power and techniques he could mobilize surpassed those of a Psychic Master.

He did not feel a hint of fatigue after implanting thoughts into the minds of the thirty-nine Leaders.

Among the group, even the most perceptive "Midnight Poet" Bukayo did not discover the Primarch's actions; they only felt that after Ninglu's encouragement, their convictions became even firmer.

Ninglu looked around at everyone, and after sensing their convictions, he nodded with satisfaction.

"Now, your task is to tell the Warriors under your command about the transformation and the risks, and confirm who is willing to accept the Gaizao Shouhu."

"Remember, do not force anyone; no matter how much you value their talent, I grant them the right to choose freely."

The group accepted the order, took their leave, and returned to execute Ninglu's command.

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Vostonia, Exemplar City; the second-tallest Hive Tower is the Hive Tower of the Ward Family.

Yekai Shift; Howard handed the Data Slate to the butler, Kaminski.

"Execute the property distribution plan according to the above; distribute the property to my six children, and the title of Count shall be inherited by my eldest son, Fabian, after he comes of age."

"My Lord," Kaminski's eyes were filled with tears, "please reconsider."

"There is no need to reconsider; my mind is made up. From now on, the affairs of the Ward Family have nothing to do with me; I will follow my Master."

At the same moment, at the Cradle of the Sea, Szczesny frowned as he looked at the bronze-skinned Fourth Company Captain before him.

"Joseph, you are already forty-four years old; accepting the Gaizao Shouhu carries great risk."

"Leader, you are also nearly forty, yet you have also decided to undergo the Gaizao Shouhu."

"I have already fathered two children and continued the bloodline of the Martinez Family," he said, his eyes shining, "I also want to become a superhuman Warrior, follow in the footsteps of Lord Ninglu, and head to the stars."

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On the Sawtooth, Ninglu received reports from each Leader.

He discovered with Shock that, apart from the five legions remaining to garrison the Crystal Illusion, the other twenty-nine legions, totaling seventy-three thousand three hundred and eleven Warriors, all chose to undergo the Gaizao Shouhu.

The Primarch randomly inspected three individuals from each legion, and after communicating with them, he relied on his superhuman perception to confirm that they were all acting of their own volition.

【The Warriors under my command have actually all chosen to follow me.】

Just as Ninglu was moved, a fleet jumped out from the void, its flagship being a warship built in the 22nd millennium.

That era was the Golden Age of humanity.

(End of this chapter)