Cataclysmic Era: I can unlock the tech tree

"It has been confirmed."

He Bilin stated confidently, "According to the latest observations, the Kepler 452 system contains a total of six planets."

"Its general structure is similar to that of the solar system."

"At the same time, Kepler-452b has been confirmed as a rocky planet with a mass approximately five times that of Earth and a surface area of ​​about 2g."

"The orbital period is approximately 385 Earth days."

"Just as conjectured a thousand years ago, it is almost equivalent to a second Earth."

Lu Yongchang's heart pounded a few times, and a sense of anticipation he hadn't felt in a long time welled up within him.

"but……"

He Bilin shrugged and said with a regretful look, "We discovered that there is a large amount of carbon dioxide in its atmosphere, which will cause a significant greenhouse effect."

"Zero simulation results show that water resources are relatively scarce above Kepler 452b, and the highest surface temperature may be above 120 degrees Celsius."

"The temperature difference between day and night is significant, with the lowest temperature reaching approximately -50 degrees Celsius."

"In general, it differs from what was imagined a thousand years ago; it is very likely a barren planet."

Lü Yongchang chuckled and said, "This isn't a big problem."

"Planetary terraforming technology could quickly turn it into Earth 2.0."

"But I need to hear your reasons," Lü Yongchang said in a slightly serious tone, "Why did you choose it?"

"I just glanced at the list you provided."

"Within 100 light-years, there are 10 planets on your shortlist."

"Why did you choose such a distant planet?"

"You should understand that a long journey often means a variety of variables."

Seeing Lü Yongchang's serious expression, He Bilin pondered for a moment, organized his thoughts, and then began to explain.

"The most crucial reason is that it is closer to the supermassive black hole Sagittarius A* at the center of the Milky Way."

"This means more abundant supplies."

"It also has many benefits for the future development of human civilization."

"But dense star systems will also give rise to more civilizations," Lü Yongchang sighed softly. "This will bring more conflict."

"Or rather, more opportunities for cooperation." He Bilin interrupted Lü Yongchang, correcting him with a smile, "A level 5 civilization, while not a top-tier existence in the Milky Way, is not something that can be easily manipulated."

"Only by absorbing subordinate civilizations and constructing a civilization map can human civilization survive better."

Silence fell over the command center.

Lu Yongchang frowned slightly, carefully considering the pros and cons.

There are many benefits to being a subordinate civilization.

Some time ago, the absorption of the Nus civilization as a subordinate civilization brought him, as well as everyone in the Academy of Sciences and the Parliament, a taste of success.

Although the Nus civilization has dwindled to less than 0.1% of its original size, the potential of its race is immeasurable!

Clashes between different civilizations can lead to a rapid advancement in the technological level of one's own civilization!

But the disadvantages are also obvious.

War will most likely continue to accompany human civilization.

In fact, according to Lü Yongchang's idea, human civilization should have stayed in a corner, quietly developing to level eight... no, level nine with the help of the technology tree, before standing up and making its voice heard!

He is 98% confident that he can easily resolve any crisis at that time!

What cleaners, what pastoralists...

It's just a subordinate civilization within the Human Federation's jurisdiction!

However, given the current situation, this is clearly unrealistic.

The abundance of resources at the edge of the Milky Way is insufficient to support the normal development of an advanced civilization.

Thinking of this, he sighed again and gave up the idea of ​​continuing to hide and develop.

"Ready to set sail!"

"Zero, begin planning the route and integrating the fleet!"

After the order was issued.

The scattered starship factories and various facilities in space began to gradually come together.

Outside the porthole, starships of varying sizes and their carrier-based drones sped past.

Despite the chaotic waterway being planned and controlled by zero, an indescribable sense of order permeates it.

Under Lü Yongchang's watchful eye, the once disorganized fleet is rapidly becoming more orderly over time.

"According to the plan, the fleet will conduct a routine voyage for up to six months, powered by antimatter engines."

He Bilin's voice came from behind, drawing Lü Yongchang's attention back from the porthole: "The original plan was for the awakened personnel in the fleet to gradually enter hibernation over the next six months."

"Professor, you..."

"I don't hibernate," Lü Yongchang said cheerfully. "I haven't even experienced warp drive yet, why would I hibernate?!"

"It's not too late to hibernate once the fleet enters warp drive mode."

After saying that, he glanced at He Bilin with some surprise: "Those academicians, are they really willing to witness such a historic scene?"

He Bilin smiled wryly upon hearing this, and reached out to pull up the holographic list: "Professor, what they said is exactly the same as what you said."

"Apart from the original test pilots, no one wanted to go into hibernation and insisted on waiting until the moment warp drive began."

"Hahaha!" Lu Yongchang clapped his hands and laughed loudly, "Just as I expected."

"Alright!"

He gently patted He Bilin on the shoulder and said reassuringly, "It's just consuming more resources for half a year. The Academy of Sciences only has so many people; it won't have much impact on the plan."

Suddenly, as if realizing something, Lü Yongchang turned his head and glanced at the list again, letting out a soft "Huh?" and saying, "Xiao He, where's your name?"

"You've decided to hibernate now?!"

Lu Yongchang stared at He Bilin in disbelief.

Are you kidding me!

This is warp drive!

He didn't believe anyone could resist the allure of experiencing warp drive firsthand!

"Ahem..." He Bilin scratched his head with an embarrassed smile and coughed lightly.

"Professor, this..."

"I'm in charge of this voyage plan, so I definitely have to wait until everyone else is in hibernation before I can hibernate myself..."

"Isn't that right?"

He Bilin's voice grew softer and softer, clearly indicating that he himself didn't quite believe his own explanation.

Lü Yongchang: "..."

Seeing Lü Yongchang's meaningful and disdainful gaze, He Bilin quickly laughed it off and turned to leave.

"Professor, you go ahead with your work, I'll be going now!"

After saying that, He Bilin fled the viewing area through the porthole as if he were escaping.