"Lord Ais, we have seen your evidence." The octopus clan chief's voice was somewhat hoarse, tinged with weariness.
It knew that arguing about the authenticity of the Stitches was pointless, and no opposition dared to step forward and break the law.
“Thar was created.” The Tidal Dragon’s deep voice resounded, filled with an incredulous shock. “And this technology… was once in the hands of a branch of the Deep Sea Clan…”
His gaze swept over the deep-sea representatives present, filled with inquiry and vigilance.
This truth caused even greater panic and suspicion than the abolition of slavery itself.
Who knows if the deep-sea tribe that created the Tar, and even mastered this stitching technique, still exists today? What was their purpose in creating the Tar? To exterminate sea monsters? Or did they have a deeper purpose?
Ais did not answer the Tidal Dragon's question. He simply calmly withdrew his SSS-level mental power, and the oppressive atmosphere in the venue suddenly lessened, but the fear and unease lingered.
"Now, regarding the history of the Tar era, regarding the argument that sea monsters were not born slaves, does anyone still have any objections?" Ais's voice rang out again, this time without shouting, without rebuttal, only deathly silence.
Those deep-sea creatures who had originally insisted on "tradition," "economy," and "order" all lowered their heads at this moment, their expressions complex.
They dared not question Ai Si any further, nor dared they mention the suturing technique again, for fear of getting themselves into trouble.
All that remained in their hearts was fear of the unknown and shock at the existence of such forbidden technology within the deep-sea race.
The representatives of the sea creatures looked excited. Ais had used the most direct and shocking method to prove that their ancestors were not lowly slaves, but had suffered terrible persecution.
This truth allowed them to stand tall in front of the deep-sea creatures and brought their desire to abolish slavery to its peak.
The debate is over. Ais has ended all the arguments about history and authenticity in the most extreme way.
The question now is no longer "whether" to abolish slavery, but "how" to abolish it and how to deal with the potential threats posed by the stitching technique.
“In that case,” the octopus clan chief said in a deep voice, “the truth about the Tar era and the stitching technique will be recorded by the United Assembly and thoroughly investigated. As for the sea beast slavery system…”
He looked at Gu Xi and Ai Si, then at the sea creature representatives who were full of anticipation.
"The abolition of slavery is imperative." The octopus chieftain's words elicited an uncontrollable cheer from the sea creatures. But he quickly added, "However, considering the impact on the existing order of the deep-sea world, and the time needed for transition and adjustment..."
The opposition representatives immediately seized the opportunity. Although they dared not mention the benefits of slavery again, they began to emphasize reasons such as "smooth transition," "avoiding chaos," and "guaranteeing productivity."
"Yes, it can't be accomplished overnight!" the armored sea rhinoceros quickly echoed, its tone filled with the relief of surviving a disaster.
"We must find a compromise!" Blackfin Shark quickly chimed in, fearing that Ais might think of using them for experiments again.
Most of the deep-sea representatives present were indeed worried that the immediate abolition of slavery would trigger widespread chaos.
They have relied on marine mammals for labor for too long and cannot find a replacement in the short term.
Moreover, although Ais proved that sea monsters were not born slaves, the reality is that tens of thousands of years of enslavement had formed a fixed social structure.
Gu Xi stepped forward, and her voice rang out again, still calm and steady.
"We understand the necessity of a transition period. But any solution must be based on acknowledging the intelligent life status and basic dignity of marine mammals. The complete abolition of slavery is an unshakeable bottom line."
Her gaze was firm, leaving no room for negotiation. The sea monster's status had to change; it could no longer be a "slave."
“Abolishing slavery is something we can accept.” The octopus clan chief and the other deep-sea clan representatives exchanged glances. A change in status was relatively easy to accept, at least better than losing control completely.
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