Two weeks later.

Inside the First Laboratory of the People's Federation.

"Professor, the statistics for the escape plan have been completed."

Zero's holographic projection appeared beside Lü Yongchang.

Lu Yongchang paused abruptly in his hand, pen in hand, and asked in a deep voice, "So, has the population exceeded 5 billion yet?"

As he asked the question, a deep worry was evident in his eyes.

Getting 5 billion people to escape is already the limit that Zero can currently achieve.

Once the limit is exceeded... some people will inevitably be left behind.

Those who remain behind may cause unnecessary unrest.

"Professor, only 4 billion people have applied for the escape plan."

4 billion?!

Lu Yongchang was startled and quickly looked up at the holographic projection next to him.

"What happened?"

"Why only 4 billion?"

The holographic projection subtly changed, and a detailed statistical chart appeared in front of him.

"According to statistics, the vast majority of elderly people who meet the screening criteria have given up their eligibility."

Lu Yongchang stared blankly at the statistical chart floating in the air, muttering to himself, "...Why?"

"They believe this could slightly increase the success rate of their escape plan."

Zero answered quickly.

Upon hearing this answer, Lü Yongchang fell silent.

That's right.

The fewer people involved, the higher the success rate of the escape plan, which is only natural.

He put down his pen, raised his hand to cover his eyes, and sighed softly.

After a long while, he lowered his hands, revealing slightly reddened eyes.

"Zero, begin the escape plan."

How much longer will it take to complete the construction of the [Jianmu]?

“About a month, Professor.” Zero answered immediately without any hesitation. “The construction progress of the [Babita] spaceport has reached 80%, and the [Luan Bird] project can be launched at any time.”

A thoughtful look appeared in Lü Yongchang's eyes.

With the Earth's surface environment constantly deteriorating, and the biggest crisis facing humanity at present being solar anomalies rather than extraterrestrial invasion, the Luan Bird Project has also undergone some modifications.

Of course, given the current level of technology...

Humanity is essentially powerless against any extraterrestrial civilization capable of invading our solar system.

The modified Luan Niao Type I is larger than the original. After removing all weapon systems and unnecessary functions, it has become a truly large-scale starship for transporting people and supplies.

"Zero, accelerate the production of hibernation pods, and at the same time allow 4 billion people to enter hibernation in turn."

"The hibernation location will be chosen underground between the Tower of Babel and the Jianmu."

"As for those who have given up their escape plans..." Lu Yongchang's eyes showed a hint of pity, "We will try to distribute some medicine to them so that they suffer less."

As he spoke, Lü Yongchang sighed deeply: "We don't have the energy to help them anymore."

"Also, help me prepare, I'm going to address all of humanity."

...

at the same time.

As the rate of solar anomalies continues to accelerate, the Earth's average temperature is now 5 degrees Celsius higher than the same period in previous years.

The melting of large amounts of glaciers is causing sea levels to rise continuously.

Coastal cities around the world are being continuously submerged by seawater.

Under the organization of the parliament, residents of all coastal cities migrated inland.

The once sparsely populated plateau has now become a paradise that everyone dreams of.

The former capital of the Xia Kingdom.

Representative Lee sat in his air-conditioned office, looking out the window with a worried expression.

Thick, dark clouds completely covered the sky.

This is another effect caused by the solar anomaly.

As temperatures rise, seawater evaporates in large quantities, naturally forming large, dark clouds.

Although these clouds block most of the sunlight, they do not have much of a cooling effect.

Conversely, the Earth at this time is like a constantly heated steamer.

The only saving grace was that the Earth was moving toward its aphelion at that time, which gave humanity a sliver of hope for survival.

"The rain has been getting more and more frequent lately," Councilor Li sighed, then asked in a low voice, "How's the relocation work going here?"

Hong Qiming's voice rang out from the side.

"The progress is good; the people in the coastal areas have all been evacuated."

“But…” Hong Qiming said hesitantly, “Many elderly people chose to stay where they were, so we could only leave them some food and necessary euthanasia medication.”

Upon hearing this, Representative Li's expression immediately darkened.

Although he had somewhat anticipated this outcome, he still found it hard to accept when he heard it.

These are all human lives!

Although they have formed a people's federation, the blood of the Chinese people still flows in their veins!

After a moment of silence, Representative Li spoke again, asking, "What were the casualties during the relocation?"

The office fell silent once again.

"Speaker, casualties are inevitable in such a large-scale exodus."

After a long silence, Hong Qiming replied with difficulty: "Currently, according to incomplete statistics, at least tens of millions of people have died from various accidents."

Representative Lee took a deep breath, closed his eyes, and leaned back in his chair.

A single, cloudy tear slowly slid down the old man's deeply lined cheek.

The old man slowly stood up from the chair and said, word by word, "Qiming, help me get ready, I'm going to the front lines."

Hung Chi-ming's expression changed drastically, and he quickly stepped forward to press Councilor Lee back into his seat.

"Speaker, you must be joking."

"Right now, the entire People's Union can't function without you. If something were to happen to you, the People's Union Council, which we worked so hard to establish, would probably..."

Representative Lee frowned.

He knew in his heart that Hong Qiming was right.

Although the People's Federation had just been established and no longer referred to itself as a nation on the surface, the concept of a nation was still subconsciously retained in everyone's minds.

Putting aside others, even he himself, when considering issues, subconsciously starts from the perspective of the Xia Kingdom.

This is unavoidable.

Only time can erase this deeply ingrained belief.

"But the people are in the most dangerous moment right now, and in this time of crisis, I must..."

Before Representative Li could finish speaking, a holographic projection suddenly appeared beside him.

"Speaker, Professor Lü requests permission to speak to the world."

Suddenly, a dazzling light shone in Representative Li's eyes.

He turned his head and exchanged a glance with Hong Qiming.

"Qiming, it seems our god-making plan is finally going to come in handy," Councilor Li said with a gratified expression.

Hong Qiming nodded in agreement: "I believe in Yongchang, he can do it!"

Representative Li nodded silently, then looked at Zero's holographic projection again: "Zero, have all departments unconditionally cooperate with Professor Lü's speech."

"That's an order!"

"Yes, Speaker." Zero's holographic image slowly dissipated. "May you be in good health."