The meeting room was deathly silent.
The scientists at the Academy of Sciences looked relatively normal.
But the expressions on the faces of those lawmakers had already become strange.
Especially the councilor Wan, who was the first to propose the subordinate civilization plan, already showed signs of anxiety on his face.
His lips moved.
But considering Lü Yongchang's status, his tone softened before he could even utter a question.
"Professor Lü."
Could you explain your reasons?
Lu Yongchang stared intently at Councilor Wan in front of him.
Faced with Lu Yongchang's gaze, Councilor Wan felt extremely uncomfortable!
The seat, which was originally perfectly ergonomic, now looks as if it has grown countless sharp spikes!
He subconsciously lowered his eyes, withdrawing his gaze from Lü Yongchang, and stammered, "Professor Lü, on the parliament side, quite a few members agree with the approach of subordinating civilizations."
Lu Yongchang didn't speak, but turned his head and slowly scanned the area.
Just like before, almost all the members of parliament avoided his gaze.
However, Councilor Wan still mustered up the courage to say, "Professor Lü, do you remember the scene when humanity first encountered the [painting]?"
According to the painting, there are exchanges and alliances between civilizations in the universe.
"You must understand the principle that two fists can't beat four hands."
"Since we have the opportunity to form an alliance led by human civilization, why should we refuse this great opportunity?"
Representative Wan's words clearly resonated with many other representatives.
As members of parliament, these politically motivated tactics are naturally their favorite.
On the one hand, it can enhance the strength of human civilization without bloodshed; on the other hand, it can create a positive image of civilization.
Why not?
Seeing the councilors whispering and nodding in agreement, Lü Yongchang shook his head helplessly.
"Of course I am aware of these benefits."
"But I still stand by my opinion."
“Professor Lü, why did you…” Councilor Wan asked anxiously.
Representative Wan did not finish his sentence.
But Lü Yongchang could foresee that it would be nothing more than some stubborn and obstinate remarks.
He didn't reply, but instead swiped his hand across the holographic image in front of him: "Since both sides insist on their own choices, the only way to decide how to deal with the Ratol civilization is through a vote."
"Still the same as always."
"The standard is two-thirds of the voting rights."
“However…” Lu Yongchang paused, “before the vote, I have some information that I just received.”
He added in a serious tone, "This data comes from the warships of the Lator civilization."
"Human civilization indeed lacks experience in this regard, so we might as well learn from the way the Latour civilization treated other civilizations."
As soon as he finished speaking, Councilor Wan's eyelids twitched.
He glanced quickly at the holographic projection that had appeared in front of him without him noticing.
The lines of text, which resembled a chronicle, stirred a sense of unease within him.
Could it be... that the Lator civilization has done something outrageous?
...
Inside the meeting room, everyone frowned as they flipped through the documents in front of them.
Shocking lines of text came into their view!
The extinction of 174 civilizations has created the “deformed” Lattor civilization we see today!
"incredible……"
"This Lator civilization is simply, simply an executioner!"
"Outrageous!"
"..."
For a moment, low curses filled the meeting room.
"Knock knock knock".
Lu Yongchang tapped his index finger knuckle lightly on the conference table in front of him, making a crisp sound.
The noise disappeared quickly.
"I'm sure everyone has read the information."
"The vote will now begin."
Without uttering any unnecessary words, Lü Yongchang immediately began the final voting process.
A huge holographic projection quickly unfolded above the conference table.
The Lattor Civilization's Prisoner of War Treatment Plan
Below the large Chinese characters are two prominent options.
Firstly, the bright red color signifies genocide.
Secondly, the color blue signifies the use of gentle means to transform the Lator civilization into a subordinate civilization of humanity.
At the same time, a small holographic voting interface appeared in front of each participant.
Voting begins.
In just a few seconds, a large patch of bright red appeared on the top of the conference table!
Almost everyone cast their votes for the genocide option without hesitation!
Time passed second by second.
The voting process ended with the last person casting their ballot.
Lu Yongchang glanced at the holographic image above the conference table.
The statistical results appeared before everyone at just the right time.
The extermination proposal received 98.1% of the vote.
Lu Yongchang showed no surprise whatsoever.
After reading that information, most normal people would probably choose the extinction option.
On the one hand, everyone knows that the Latour civilization, which wiped out 174 civilizations, was definitely not a benevolent force.
Let alone turning it into one's own use.
It would be good enough if they didn't turn around and stab human civilization in the back on the battlefield!
On the other hand, this information from the Latour civilization gave these councilors a profound understanding of the cruelty of the universe.
At least, the universe that humanity currently observes is extremely brutal.
The "fantasy" that the painting brought them was also shattered at this moment.
Of course, in the backend data presented to Lü Yongchang, all members of the Chinese Academy of Sciences had chosen the extinction option.
As for those members of parliament who chose a more moderate approach...
Lü Yongchang didn't seem to care much.
That's normal.
At all times, there will always be people in human civilization who are "gentle in their dealings".
In Lü Yongchang's view, as long as they do not affect the normal development of human civilization, the existence of these people is actually beneficial to human civilization.
"The voting results are in."
"I hereby announce that the extermination plan will commence in one hour!"
With a solemn expression, Lü Yongchang announced the end of the Latour civilization.
After saying that, he gave Hong Qiming, who was beside him, a subtle wink.
"cough!"
"Let me say a few words," Hong Qiming coughed lightly and said softly, "Some councilors don't need to be too disappointed."
"The Latour civilization is, after all, an isolated case."
"Human civilization cannot take such a huge risk by forming an alliance with a bloodthirsty civilization; it would be irresponsible to billions of people!"
“Of course!” Hong Qiming changed the subject. “We can’t completely rule out the possibility of forming a civilization alliance led by human civilization.”
"In the future, when human civilization is powerful enough, there may be an opportunity to form an alliance with some like-minded civilizations."
Hung Chi-ming's words eased the expressions on the faces of many lawmakers.
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