Industry: Cthulhu

Chapter 60 Collusion
The inner ring of the Milky Way.

A great theocracy, the spiritual master of light.

High Priest Arant Krelos stood in the center of the temple with a frown on his face.

He held the golden scepter in one hand and gently stroked the deep crystal on the altar with the other hand. His eyes revealed complex emotions. The failure of the plan to assassinate Fang Yan had completely disrupted his rhythm. How should he report to his master?

Arant sighed and gazed at the starry Milky Way through the round dome on top of the temple.

Ever since he was blessed by his master and obtained the divine starship, he has always been successful. But this time he failed and returned empty-handed, which made Arant feel deeply frustrated.

What made him even more unacceptable was that the Guardian Wings were far more powerful than he had expected. Even the Kingdom of God did not have such technology, but the tiny Earth could possess it. Alante felt extremely unbalanced and gnashed his teeth in hatred.

Suddenly, a blue light flashed from the end of the hall, piercing the surrounding darkness.

The shadow in the center of the blue light slowly condensed into shape, and a figure shrouded in a black robe emerged.

The black shadow stood silently, emitting an incomparable sense of oppression, as if looking down from above.

Arant immediately leaned forward, lowered his head, and said in the most respectful tone: "Master, please forgive me. I have failed your expectations. The assassination plan has failed."

Arant recounted the assassination process like pouring beans out of a bamboo tube, and emphasized how powerful Fang Yan's Guardian Wings were. He also pointed out that the Divine Starship given to him by his master could not break the opponent's shield even at full firepower.

After saying this, Alante began to complain again, saying that he had been serving his master with all his heart, but he only got a starship. It was really hateful and infuriating that such a small and broken Earth could master so many black technologies.

Obviously, Alante said all this on purpose. In addition to shirking responsibility, he also secretly pointed out that the master wanted him to help rule the galaxy, but the price he offered was not enough, and he couldn't even defeat a small Earth in the fringe star zone.

This is intolerable, you have to pay more!
The black shadow didn't say anything, just stood there quietly listening.

After a long while, he slowly spoke in a low voice, "Fang Yan's Guardian Wings had a hidden trick up their sleeve and didn't disclose all the technical details. That's why we failed."

Arant trembled slightly. "Master, Fang Yan's strength is indeed beyond our expectations. The Guardian Wings have been widely deployed on Earth, and the number is astonishing. Even if we send the Divine Starship to Earth, I'm afraid we still won't be able to break through their defenses."

The mastermind was silent for a moment, as if thinking.

Arant knew that the being before him possessed technological power far beyond that of the galactic civilization. Although the failed assassination seemed like a setback, if he made good use of it, it might become his opportunity.

"What are you going to do?" The black shadow finally spoke, his tone still cold.

"We need more technology, Master." Arant's eyes flashed with cunning. "If we can obtain more of the technology you possess, we will be able to launch more advanced products and penetrate every corner of the galaxy."

"Once all the nations of the Galaxy become dependent on our technology, we will be able to control them through technology, without the need for a single soldier, and quietly and silently complete control of the entire galaxy."

A hint of hesitation flashed in the shadow's eyes, and his voice deepened slightly, "You want to control the galaxy through technology, not force?"

"Yes, Master." Arant took a deep breath and continued, "The failure of the assassination plan for Fang Yan has already caused too much unnecessary suspicion. If we continue, it may trigger a backlash from other forces."

"But if we can use technology to infiltrate their systems, gain control of their core through backdoors, the galaxy will fall into our control without anyone noticing. By then, no one will be able to reverse the situation."

The shadow fell into deep thought.

Indeed, using technological infiltration is more covert and more effective than direct violence, and is undoubtedly a path that can be chosen.

"So, what is your plan?" the mastermind asked slowly.

Arant immediately replied, "Fang Yan's story is a prime example. A humble figure from the far edge of the galaxy was able to rise rapidly in a short period of time, spreading his scientific research and innovations throughout the galaxy. This demonstrates the Milky Way's passion and pursuit of science and technology." "Our technology group, Tianshen Industries, is ready to launch a series of new products. We will tout these products as breakthroughs and upgrades to existing technologies, including more powerful communication systems, data processing chips, and new ship-borne weaponry."

"And behind these products, there will be hidden backdoors that can be controlled by you. Once they are widely used in the Milky Way, we can trigger these backdoors at any time and control the Milky Way's defense system and communication network."

"Once we control most of the galaxy's infrastructure, no matter how powerful they are, they will be powerless to turn the tide."

The mastermind didn't respond immediately. After a moment, his voice took on a dangerous chill: "If I give you the technology I possess, how can I guarantee you won't fail?"

Arant nodded firmly. "Master, you will never fail. The Divine Starship has been exposed and is being guarded by all major forces. But this time, we will proceed quietly and no one will notice."

The shadow was silent for a moment, then nodded slowly, "Very good."

Arant bowed deeply. "Thank you for your generosity, Master. I will certainly live up to your trust."

The blue light flashed again, and the black shadow instantly disappeared in the center of the hall.

Arant straightened up, a hint of pride and fanaticism in his eyes. He knew that with the arrival of more advanced technology, the power of the Lord of Light would become even stronger.

And I will become the leader who leads the galaxy into a new era, a god-like leader.

The sacred fire danced in the hall, illuminating Arant's gloomy and greedy face.

……

Since the assassination incident, the security level on Earth has been greatly increased.

Pontiac and Naga secretly dispatched fleets to patrol around the Earth, and Isabella also concentrated all the starships she owned in outer orbit of the Earth, arranging a defensive posture.

Isabella lay in Fang Yan's arms, looking at him sideways, "If it weren't for you, if it weren't for the Wings of Guardian, I might have..." She didn't continue, but hugged Fang Yan even tighter, burying her little head deeply in Fang Yan's chest.

Witnessing this scene, Fang Yan felt his heart was about to break. The girl, who already lacked a sense of security, became even more fragile at this moment and became more dependent on Fang Yan.

If possible, Fang Yan really wanted to catch those who hurt himself and Isabella and tear them into pieces.

But this is not entirely a bad thing. After the attack, the relationship between Fang Yan and Isabella became closer. Fang Yan appeared more and more frequently beside Isabella, accompanying her through this uneasy and anxious time.

Knowing each other, accompanying each other, and staying together, it seems that nothing in this world can separate them again.

Just when Fang Yan thought that everything would enter a brief period of calm, a sudden piece of news broke all expectations.

The Lord of Light is about to hold a press conference across the galaxy, not only to showcase new technological products, but also to sell them to the entire galaxy.

Once this news was announced, it immediately caused an uproar in the Milky Way. Everyone was puzzled and unbelievable about the sudden action of the Lord of Light.

As a theocratic state, the Lord of Light has always been known for its mystery and isolation, and is incompatible with other forces in the galaxy.

The galactic scientific community often openly ridicules them as a bunch of damn charlatans.

However, for some unknown reason, this country, which has always been closed, suddenly underwent a shocking reversal.

(End of this chapter)