Star Iron, after using the mod to make the Big Black Tower dark, the game became real

"How do you feel?"

"We really can't detect the existence of the Kuroshio."

Feng Jin wasn't sure how to describe it, or what was different.

"Dawn..."

She only hoped that before dawn, Han Ye would face fewer difficulties; what she needed to do was protect everyone.

……

Xi Lian stopped transmitting her voice.

"I think the Golden Blood might be confused by this cycle. Since everyone is directly transferred to the new cycle, they will gradually remember some things from the last cycle and become confused as a result."

"However, that swordsman in black was probably the first to react."

"Just tell them the truth, let them wait patiently, and everything will fall into place."

She's quite reliable.

Looking at Xi Lian's well-organized manner, and recalling her previous tenderness and intimacy, the contrast was quite striking.

"Proposal: Decompilation is very difficult, but now we no longer need to decompile. Instead, we wait for the locals of Onfaros to respond—through an interface we have set up ourselves, to achieve two-way localization."

"It will probably take a week or two to completely free the Onphalus from the scepter."

"Your Excellency would be best to prepare homes for them in advance."

Screw Gum wiped away non-existent sweat.

The Black Tower truly treated him like a black slave.

He hasn't had a moment's rest these past few days. Although he has made great progress in his research, he can't handle such high-frequency calculations and his computer is about to crash.

Jiang Wei felt a surge of joy and clapped his hands.

"It's time to celebrate! The Empire has achieved a great victory! We have obtained the Imperial Scepter, protected the Onpharos civilization, and captured the Annihilation Grand Monarchs Star Howl and Illusion, as well as the Empty Iron Tomb."

I also activated the "Chasing the Stars" ascension skill.

【Conquering the Galaxy: Damage dealt to Destiny Walkers, Envoys, and Star Gods +50%, Empire's total HP +25%, Destiny Ability +50%; Each battle won permanently increases the destructive power against that Destiny.】

The bonus is exceptionally significant; by stacking the Fate Special Attack effect, its power is sure to be devastating.

In this galaxy, without exception, the strong possess the power of destiny. The special attack of "Chasing the Stars" has become a permanent effect, taking effect at any time.

The attacks by the antimatter legion have not stopped, and it will take at least a week for Star Howl's legion to be wiped out.

This means Jiang Wei can still gain experience in his destiny path for another week, enjoying a delicious buffet.

Jiang Wei received a notification.

Information about Luofu.

[Event: Changes in the Interstellar Situation]

[Description: As the Empire interrupted the birth of the "Iron Tomb" and gained an absolute lead in the battle against the antimatter legion, the news spread throughout the galaxy. Companies, Immortal Ships, Families, and giant civilizations were deeply shocked by the Empire.]

But behind this lies a question that has puzzled countless people: "Destruction" lost three messengers yet remained unmoved. Does this mean it never cared about Onpharos and the Great Lord of Annihilation? Furthermore, our trade volume with the Immortal Ship has encroached on the company's market share, quietly reaching a level of vicious competition.

【choose……】

The company should cede the Xianzhou market: We don't have time to deal with this; those who know what's good for them should admit defeat and surrender. The company's reputation has declined, and we will be their enemy in the future.

[Accepting the idea: The Empire will slightly increase trade prices, which will put some pressure on Luofu, but at least the company will be happier; the "Company's" rating will rise, and we can sign "Embassy" and "Trade Treaty" agreements.]

Who does this company think it is?

Jiang Wei glanced at it and then ignored it.

Click option 1.

"Indeed, 'Destruction' remains unmoved, which is most unusual. It's unfathomable what the Star God is thinking. Perhaps the Great Lord of Annihilation truly is unimportant to Him."

There is also another possibility.

Jiang Wei sensed a force of "destruction" entangled in the fate of the empire.

This could be Nanook's infiltration, or it could be a gesture of goodwill.

Just as destruction tolerates memory—for the purpose of memory is to create a new world after the end.

The essence of the Scourge Empire is extreme destruction; otherwise, it wouldn't be called a "scourge."

Chapter 65 Understanding the First Cause of Life (Transitional Chapter, Can Be Skipped)

Jiang Wei is preparing an expansion plan.

The third Cataclysmic buff requires the Empire to have a territory of 3000 star systems.

The expansion speed of "Dreamland" alone is far from enough.

A fleet must be dispatched to explore uninhabited star systems, and then the space station must be photographed and occupied.

The good news is that Onpharos itself is located in a relatively remote region of the star system, and there are no signs of life in the nearby star systems.

March 7th took this matter very seriously and kept pestering Jiang Wei to play planet colonization with her.

"Colonizing planets, building civilizations, starting from a single foundation, and spreading steel forests across the entire surface—sounds pretty good, right?"

"You're just a playful person."

Jiang Wei gently pinched her cheek, and looking at San Yueqi's smiling face, he thought for a moment and then agreed.

"Okay, but not now. I'll play with you after we've finalized the plan."

"Jiang Wei, you're so kind!"

March 7th clung to his arm and shook it like an energetic ragdoll cat.

The girl's warm skin and light fragrance make her a perfect pillow.

Seeing that she looked bored, Jiang Wei told San Yueqi what his daily work was like.

As the ruler of the empire, he was responsible for domestic affairs, such as cooperation with the Immortal Boat Civilization. This matter seemed easy, but behind it were countless causal connections.

If he makes any wrong choices in diplomacy with the Immortal Boat Civilization, it will not only affect the speed of the empire's development, but also lead to the incalculable loss of economy and lives—referring to the Immortal Boat Civilization.

He has a soft heart; as long as he achieves his own goals, he's content. He would never be like a clown like Lycus, who does things that make no sense, adds unnecessary complications, and causes the Iron Tomb to get stuck in a vicious cycle.

As the traits of "Lord of Paradise" are strengthened, Jiang Wei's controllable mental energy increases by about one percent with each breath.

This is the collective spiritual power contributed by countless citizens of the entire empire. The larger the empire, the stronger it becomes, and its energy is inexhaustible.

It was around noon.

The tea party for the geniuses began, and the venue was agreed to be the Elegant Secret Pavilion.

Jiang Wei, along with Liu Ying and others, were invited to participate.

"Screw Gum cracked the scepter's log system, and we discovered something that I can't quite describe."

Daheita took a sip of fragrant tea, his expression complex.

She seemed to be seeking someone to rely on.

Jiang Wei sensed that she was in a bad mood and wanted to hear why.

Ruan Mei offered an explanation.

"The specific situation is like this..."

"The Imperial Scepter δ-me13" was once one of the neurons of the God of Knowledge, responsible for the first cause of life's subject.

Afterwards, the scepter was abandoned.

Lycus modified the intellectual variable to destruction, restarted the research, and came to the conclusion that destruction is the first cause of life.

So the scepter began to calculate and solve, simulating the civilization of Onphalus.

Lai Gushi's purpose is unknown, but his hatred and prejudice towards Bo Shizun can be seen from his diary.

"It's not exactly prejudice."

The Great Black Tower witnessed those breathtaking records.

"The sub-topic of the First Cause of Life is the 'Anti-Organic Equation'—the formula created by 'Emperor Rupert,' the leader of the inorganic world, during that tragic war."

"No one knows exactly how many civilizations in the galaxy were destroyed in the war; only half of the stars in the night sky were extinguished, and the other half were dimmed."

"I'm pondering why the sub-topic of the God of Knowledge came into the hands of Emperor Rupert. What else has He done?"

The relationship between Erudite and Emperor Rupert is a truly earth-shattering secret.

Once this is made public, the Immortal Ship Civilization will likely immediately refer to the Learned One as "the Ancestor of Calamity".

"Jiang Wei, I'd like to discuss something with you..."

The Empire has won its war against the Legion, preventing the birth of an Extinction Lord, and a reporter from the Interstellar News Channel is on his way.

The Great Black Tower believed that the first cause of life held a great secret.

This is going to be a big problem, and we must seize this opportunity presented by the news reporter to resolve it in one fell swoop.

……

The family's fleet anchored at Onfaros. The newcomers were imperial citizens of Pinocone, tasked with transporting supplies to provide resources for the arriving Onfaros.

The news reporter was a stunningly beautiful woman, exuding confidence and charm, with a sweet smile playing on her lips.

Their enthusiastic attitude got the conversation flowing, starting with some outsiders, while the reporters behind them immediately broadcast the interstellar news to the top channels.

"Hello, Genius Club member #83, Ms. Black Tower."

The reporter stared in astonishment at the stunningly beautiful woman.

The "Intellectual" Envoy, a member of the Genius Club, and an Imperial Scientist—each of the halos surrounding her is more dazzling than the last.

The reporter never expected that the interview would actually receive permission from the Black Tower.

The show's ratings will definitely reach new heights, and will not be surpassed for centuries!

Daheita glanced at Jiang Wei beside him, as if they had reached some kind of tacit agreement.

The news broadcast has begun.

……

The Great Black Tower appeared in the picture.

What was originally a calm news story has become quite intriguing because it involves the Empire and the Legion.

The show's ratings began to rise rapidly.

"Many civilizations are curious about the Empire's military strength and want to see the Iron Tomb of the Annihilation Lord to understand the cruelty of war and how many people have been lost."

"Long story short."

"We suffered zero casualties, and the legion was routed."

The Black Tower's concise words clearly explained all the questions that the news should answer.

But this is almost the same as not explaining at all; all the important information has been omitted.

Jing Yuan, on the Luofu Immortal Boat, propped her head up and looked at the large black tower on the screen, and Jiang Wei beside her.

Jing Yuan seemed to be deep in thought.

"Did the Empire obtain some intelligence from the scepter?"

What could possibly warrant the Imperial Governor and the Envoy of Wisdom appearing on stage together to announce it to all civilizations in the galaxy?

This must be something very important.

"Let's set aside matters of the Legion for now. We have important business to attend to. The Iron Tomb's true form is the 'Imperial Scepter δ-me13,' and it is undertaking the task bestowed upon it by the Venerable One: the First Cause of Life."

Jing Yuan straightened his back, a hint of curiosity flashing across his face.

The first cause of life and the questions of the God of Wisdom are of great interest to him.

The moment Daheita uttered those words, the show's ratings soared.

Every household in every civilization with interstellar communication capabilities was listening to this live broadcast.

This will be a day that will shake the world.