Chapter 119 Dreams Endless
The first fortress. Military port.
The exploration ship 'Giant Whale', which is equipped with 25 frigates, heavy weapons, and various large scientific research equipment, is preparing for its final voyage.
Under the live broadcast of many Star Network media, Mary, who was responsible for the overall security of the operation, restrained her excitement and stood after Collot to accept Fitzgerald's award.
Then, under the watchful eyes of the entire Star Network, the 'Giant Whale' set sail.
After the routine Q&A session, Fitzgerald walked down the stage, but this time he did not walk out through the exclusive passage surrounded by his bodyguards as usual. Instead, he walked alone to the VIP viewing stand not far away, under the unexpected gaze of the media.
This subtle difference suddenly made a few media with a keen sense of smell realize something!
Are there any special people in the VIP viewing stand?
It is rumored that the third empress, Marena, is the most trusted by the current emperor.
Her Majesty, who has been working for omega rights and various charity events all her life, was concerned about the Crown Prince's appointment as a crown princess in the near future. She traveled thousands of miles from the Central Galaxy to the First Fortress, and personally persuaded the Crown Prince to accept the arrangement of the gene screening bank, and selected a group of outstanding beauties to accompany him.
In addition to Her Majesty the Queen and the top-trained omegas from various families who accompanied her, there was also the mysterious owner of the floating island on the VIP viewing stand.
Apart from the information sent from the Great Wilderness Star Territory last time, this was her first official appearance in front of the media.
There was a slight commotion in the originally ordered media area. Amid the roar of drones taking off into the sky, both aerial cameras and close-up live broadcasts shifted their focus.
In a series of telephoto shots, the crown prince of the empire, who was dressed in a neat military uniform and had a cold face, had already walked to the side of Queen Maraina. He made a fist with his right hand and lightly touched his left shoulder, greeting Queen Maraina who was sitting on the high seat. high platform to greet him.
The dozens of omegas from various noble families who accompanied the Queen on this trip also stood up gracefully when the Queen stood up, and saluted according to their different classes and ranks.
Therefore, under the live broadcast camera of the media, the perfect and graceful postures of the beauties seemed to be able to feel the fragrance and gentle whispers through the screen.
However, the cold-faced crown prince of the empire seemed to just nod slightly to these omegas who maintained a half-squatting posture and showed off their best body curves, and he didn't pay any further attention to them.
But that cold, reserved, yet impeccable manners instead caused the news comment section behind the Starnet to be filled with all kinds of screams.
At the scene, the commotion in the media area quickly spread to all the spectators. Everyone turned their heads, trying to see the details of what happened from a distance.
In the VIP viewing stand, only Queen Marlaina and the two omegas behind her remained standing, so the two omegas stood out even more. Due to the angle, most media broadcasts were unable to show the two omegas in detail.
Only a very small number of media outlets, such as the Xinri Bao, were able to continue presenting subsequent developments in live broadcasts due to their advantageous location.
In the holographic live broadcast room of the New Daily News, the most distinguished red-haired prince of the empire skipped the routine greetings after greeting the queen and directly cast his eyes to the left behind her. In a set of holographic cameras, he smiled slightly, leaned over and extended his hand to the omega wearing a small top hat.
Then, in a close-up shot, the small hand was placed in the darker-skinned big palm, forming a sharp contrast between fragility and masculinity.
The gauze on the small hat covered her eyebrows, revealing only a section of her delicate profile and slightly curved red lips. The haziness of the beauty made all the audience participating in the live broadcast even more curious.
Countless magnesium lights flashed wildly.
Any choice made by this crown prince represents the development direction of the Human Empire for the next 500 years, not to mention that he is the direct descendant of the 53rd generation 'Gerald', who has always been cold and abstinent, has never favored any omega, and has not even heard of any scandals.
The perfect match he chooses will be responsible for the reproduction and nurturing of the future evolution of mankind. People's attention to this matter has long gone beyond their curiosity about royal gossip and has a more practical and profound meaning.
After all, there are three generations of imperial heirs who have been selecting and selecting through genetic engineering to continue the "Gerard" bloodline. The inheritance of the gene sample of the next superhuman is one of the three most important problems that have been concerned about the bottleneck of human development so far.
However, this scene only flashed by for a moment, and the petite omega was brought to Wang Chu's chest. His tall figure tilted slightly, almost completely blocking the view of all the live media.
After Fitzgerald nodded slightly to Queen Marlaina, he naturally took his omega's hand, left the VIP viewing stand side by side with her, and left directly through the exclusive passage.
The lucky few media such as the Shinichi newspaper were able to capture a close-up shot of the tall red-haired alpha and the omega, looking at each other in profile, holding hands and looking intimate. The tough guy who was always dressed in a straight military uniform seemed to have softened his coldness in such a shot.
On the Star Network live broadcast platform, tens of trillions of citizens of the Empire who were watching the press conference just looked at their usually cold-faced Crown Prince of the Empire, whispering in a low voice and using cautious body language. Everything was clear as day.
After the Star Network live broadcast, tens of trillions of imperial citizens held their breath and took two minutes to react. The virtual square where the live broadcast ceremony was held was filled with cheers and screams. The huge traffic impact caused the previously unknown New Daily live broadcast site to collapse instantly.
It was originally just a launching ceremony for a scientific research exploration ship. Even if Queen Marlaina suddenly appeared in the First Fortress, it would not have attracted so much attention.
However, the Imperial Crown Prince's destined omega made his first official public appearance...
This piece of news was enough to bombard all traffic platforms, and instantly attracted countless enthusiastic eyes to the event of "The Giant Whale's Departure".
The information about the "Giant Whale exploring the collapse of the universe" also spread throughout the entire human territory.
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Of course, the one paying the most attention to this news is the capital of the empire in the central galaxy.
Unlike the public's focus, politicians seemed to have seen some facts that made them very anxious in such an ordinary news release.
Central Galaxy. Yindu Duke's Mansion.
The blond Duke Nader, who has not yet fully recovered from the insect attack and possession, is in good spirits, but is a little thinner than before.
At this moment, he was in the secret room, facing a holographic image, respectfully reporting all the current progress of Yindu.
The figure in the holographic image sat in a luxurious high seat, wrapped tightly in a gray robe, his face completely hidden in the darkness. Only the hand with the gemstone ring rested lightly on the armrest, tapping the armrest thoughtfully.
The man in gray asked about various matters very slowly, but Nader, who was a powerful figure in Yindu, stood with his head bowed, answering all the questions word by word without any impatience.
A long sigh came from the darkness: "Don't worry about Marlena's affairs. She will contact you directly if she needs anything."
"Don't ask too much, just let her be."
"Yes. All is at your command." Nader leaned forward to show his respect, but his smooth and drooping golden hair concealed the doubtful look in his eyes.
When talking about the recent launch of the 'Giant Whale', the confidence in the man in gray's calm tone was faintly broken: "This move is indeed very beautiful."
He laughed sarcastically, "A clever edge ball!"
"The movement of the Giant Whale is under the banner of scientific research, but it conceals the real purpose. It did not pass Yindu's order, but directly pointed to the 'Zhou Tomb'!" The voice of the figure in the shadow was hoarse, and the tone gradually became angry: "This is a direct declaration of war!"
"How dare he!"
"Everything revealed in Zhou's tomb is an opportunity for inheritance that only the chosen nobles can have. He dared to try to make it public!"
"What a wicked ambition! How bold!"
Nader's heart was pounding when he heard this. Even though he was facing the holographic image, he couldn't help but hold his breath in fear.
"Ahem—"
A sudden and violent cough interrupted the gray-clothed man's rage.
Nader raised his head quickly, took two steps forward, and asked with a very concerned expression: "How is your body during this genetic treatment?"
Halfway through the question, he suddenly stopped talking. Although he had already privately mastered some details of the treatment of the man in gray, it was impossible for Nadel to make these facts public with his current qualifications. Therefore, it was best to say half and reveal half.
"You are still reliable!" A sigh of relief came from the holographic image. The gray-clothed man with the gem ring rubbed his forehead tiredly, and said in a hoarse voice: "Don't worry, you won't die for the time being."
"Although the First Fortress is unwilling to hand over the latest 'gene backup', I believe that with the bold research of the Research Institute, this time! You will definitely be able to regain telomere activity again..."
"I hope so." The man in gray interrupted Nader in a hoarse voice, as if he didn't want to mention it anymore.
Nader shut up obediently.
There was a suffocating silence in the dimly lit secret room. In the dark and oppressive space, there seemed to be an irrepressible and sinister aura spreading.
Nadel held his breath. The intimidation of the high-level alpha was clearly evident even through the holographic image. The pressure of being in a high position for a long time made the blond duke sweat on his forehead.
After a long time, a faint instruction came from the darkness.
"No need to wait until the founding of the nation."
"Those who are ready, take action."
Nader looked up in surprise. "But! Activating the backup plan will affect your reputation——"
Hearing the word "reputation", the man in gray suddenly laughed strangely, but in the middle of the laugh he burst into a violent coughing fit.
Nader, who was standing quietly with his eyes down, saw a plump white hand suddenly appear in the holographic image and gently pat the gray-clothed man on the back. Although it was only a momentary image that appeared and disappeared, he was frightened and quickly looked away, not daring to look again.
A related scene in his memory surged in his mind. Nadel took a few deep breaths, thankful that this was just a holographic conversation. Otherwise, his thoughts would be exposed without a doubt if the other party used even a little mental power to probe them.
The blond beta was confused. He thought he knew where the venerable man in the image was at the moment. He was not in the nursing home that was advertised to the outside world.
Just as Nader was confused and thinking about all sorts of things, the gray-clothed man's hoarse voice, which had regained its composure, sounded again:
"We can't just wait until the '50 years' is up... that would be too passive."
"Just act, Nader."
"What is promised to you will definitely be yours."
"Yes." Nader shuddered and bowed as he replied, "I am a humble person, but I have been grateful for your kindness for a long time. I will definitely go through fire and water for you without hesitation!"
"I swear on my life that everything will be under your control."
"Swear on your life?" The man in gray laughed strangely for a while, and then said meaningfully: "Good children will be rewarded, and your life... I will take it."
Nader saluted respectfully until the other party hung up the call.
After a long time, he stood up.
If possible, who doesn't want to take his life into his own hands?
Even though... I'm a beta.
Even though he is of Gerard's direct bloodline, he failed to awaken his gender... a defective product.
He also has undisputed royal blood, so why can't he ascend to the highest position?
A gleam of ambition gradually ignited in Nader's green eyes.
This time, it is a perfect opportunity.
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Shortly after the live broadcast of the launch ceremony of the "Giant Whale" ended.
The first fortress.
A low-key silver shuttle was on its way to the floating island through the star gate. The personal logo of the Imperial Crown Prince was printed on its side wings. Aircraft on the busy tracks gave way wherever it passed. It was not until it left the public route of the airport and turned into the private track of the floating island that its speed gradually slowed down.
Although it is only a short-distance commuting tool, the aircraft is large enough to accommodate ten people, and its interior is simple and exquisite.
At this moment, it was filled with the intimacy and entanglement of Axisu.
"We're almost there." Su Xi turned her head slightly to avoid his dissatisfied lips, and stood up lightly to pick up the hat that was thrown aside. In the reflection of the closed mirror, she frowned and looked at the lace high collar that was torn open roughly.
Fortunately, the gland on the left side of the back neck was only sucked red, and he restrained himself from biting it.
A strong arm held her back in his arms, and then they lay back down and fell back onto the soft sofa.
"While I was speaking on the stage," he asked casually, biting each of her fingers, "what did Marlaine tell you?"
Su Xi was tickled by him and smiled. It was indeed a few days since she had seen him, so she let her alpha sniff and rub against her like a big dog, clinging to her with great reluctance.
"It doesn't seem as terrible as Chris said," Su Xi recalled the details of the three-day so-called "crash course in royal etiquette" and chuckled, "She just praised me for my good learning attitude, but warned me not to be proud. She also hinted that she could teach me personally."
"No need for her so-called 'teaching'," Fitzgerald denied it directly. When it came to serious matters, he immediately woke up from his state of forbearance.
And he once again told her about the twists and turns of the omega interest groups in the central galaxy.
"Yindu's Omega Rights Association is fairly fair, but the ideologies of the 'O rights' organizations she privately sponsored are too extreme, and their reputation among the public is too bad. Similar incidents that you encountered as 'Naya' are all related to the omega totalitarian organizations."
Su Xi's eyes dimmed as she recalled the dreams she had at night that were neither hers nor Naya's as the repair of her O-type original gene progressed. As her spiritual level improved, she was able to more clearly distinguish which parts belonged to her and which parts belonged to the inherited "genetic memory", just as Fitzgerald said.
"At present, her presence in the First Fortress is necessary, but remember not to trust anything she says..." Fitzgerald frowned and said, "It will be soon. Just bear with it."
Seeing his brows knitted slightly, Su Xi quickly said, "I understand everything, don't worry. Although you didn't say it explicitly, I can guess it to some extent... Trust me that I can handle it, okay?"
Holding his face, Su Xi recalled what she had extracted from Chris and lowered her eyes, hiding the distressed look in her eyes.
Looking at her expression as she stared at him intently, the red-haired alpha smiled slightly: "Of course I believe it."
One by one, kisses as light as butterfly wings fell between his slightly furrowed brows.
The red-haired alpha closed his eyes slightly, leaned back on the sofa in relaxation, enjoying her intimacy without any distractions, and the wholehearted comfort conveyed by the rich omeg scent.
Beep beep - the automatic cruise control reminds you that it will take another 5 minutes to reach the floating island.
Fitzgerald raised his eyes slightly and issued a command through the mental link, driving the aircraft to make one final circle in low-Earth orbit.
"I'm busy these days." Fitzgerald pursed his lips slightly, looking intently at her expression, as if waiting for her blame.
"I know." Su Xi smiled and gave him a loud kiss on his slightly pursed lips.
"I'm also very busy. Whether it's collecting genes from rare species or debugging the floating island, it's enough to keep me busy during the recovery period." Su Xian stroked him, "I wouldn't be able to do that without your support... and thank you for letting Xiguang stay."
"With its help, the defense of the floating island will be more stringent. You don't have to worry about my safety, okay?"
Fitzgerald snorted but said nothing.
"Well, I've removed its humanized components and set up a five-year contract for human-machine binding... Don't be unhappy, okay?"
He reluctantly responded, then raised his eyes to see her explaining seriously, and said in a muffled voice: "You need to treat AI life forms that have broken through the critical value differently from those intelligent systems that serve as tools. Whether or not to remove the interface is not the key."
"You are not allowed to be bound for life because there have been cases where people ended up in a bad way."
He explained earnestly with worry in his eyes.
"Okay, I know." Su Xi replied softly, "There will be no one else who is worthy of my lifelong bond."
Then she smiled and said silently: 'Only you.'
Fitzgerald narrowed his eyes slightly, and the expression on his resolute face showed a sense of danger due to his extreme possessiveness, as if he had locked the hard-earned prey in his arms, but was hesitating on how to devour it more thoroughly.
However, the alpha scent that filled the entire interior of the aircraft arrogantly in an instant was waving hotly and lazily, lingering around her side and neck.
Su Xi smiled without saying anything. If words alone could comfort him, she would be happy to say sweet words every day and be happy because of his happiness.
Fitzgerald lowered his head and replied to Chris's urgent message. He couldn't help but scratch her tender cheek with his long fingers and asked, "After the complete gene repair, there will be another course of treatment in fifteen days. How have you felt during the days I was away?"
Su Xi sighed, knowing that they had to say goodbye. So she pulled him close for a kiss, and whispered, "I'm fine."
But what about you?
"I'm fine too." Fitzgerald hugged her again, his tall nose buried deep in her delicate neck, sniffing her deeply like a fascination, his warm breath hitting her skin, his voice hoarse and affectionate: "It's just that I suddenly miss you a lot."
Su Xi stopped talking and responded even more enthusiastically. Her white hands gradually wrapped around his neck and her delicate fingers seemed to casually try to reach into his collar through the buttons.
Fitzgerald sighed, and halfway through the kiss, he grabbed her restless hands, put them to his lips, rubbed his palms, and kissed them one by one.
The two were silent for a moment. They each had a little secret, and although it was not surprising that they could almost guess it, they also had absolute trust in each other through their tacit eye contact.
Su Xi's eyes darkened. Since when did he stop spending the night on the floating island? Perhaps it was because during a night of intimacy, he showed signs of losing control. Although she was not very clear-headed at the time under the entanglement of Alph Xisu, the strange feeling she felt when she touched his back was hard to ignore.
It's the same feeling I had when I was in the flower sea in the Great Wilderness Star Region. How many times has this happened since I returned to the First Fortress?
He didn't say anything and chose to handle it himself.
Su Xi knew that she couldn't help him at all for the time being, and asking more would only add to his troubles. All she could do was to recover her original abilities as soon as possible, especially when the current situation was getting closer and closer to the breaking point.
Beep beep - the automatic cruise reminds again that there are still 5 minutes to reach the floating island.
Even if they took another detour, the time they had together was over soon. The shuttle stopped at the entrance of the floating island.
It's time to say goodbye.
In front of the cabin door, Su Xi hugged him deeply, then jumped off the shuttle neatly. Without even turning her head, she waved at him, and her figure quickly disappeared into the entrance of the floating island ladder.
Only when her figure completely disappeared did the aircraft with the personal logo of the First Crown Prince of the Empire instantly disappear over the floating island at the fastest speed.
The floating island's defense shield was reopened, hiding in a peaceful scene.
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That night. Floating island.
Su Xi returned directly to Youhuangju from the triple gravity training room underground.
After a simple wash, she took the tray handed to her by Xiguang, mixed with the repair fluid of 'O-type original gene', and shook it out some pink sediment under the refraction of the light.
Her amber eyes were heavy. Whose memory would she obtain tonight?
Without any more hesitation, Su Xi raised her head and drank it in one gulp.
Then she turned around and came to the mental transfer chamber next to the bedroom. After confirming that everything was operating normally, she lay down in it skillfully, allowing the cold solution to gradually soak her mouth and nose. She closed her eyes and quickly entered the 50% same frequency as Xiguang.
'Xiguang, open the defense of Youhuangju, alert level: 10.'
"Got it, Master." The cold, mechanical voice replied in a formal tone.
"Tonight I will continue my last 'dream'. In the real world, the critical value is still set to 45 minutes. If there is no life-threatening abnormality during the process, you don't need to wake me up."
'Yes, Master.'
'Yes, Master.'
As commands were given one after another, the cold mechanical sounds rang out.
Su Xi was silent. She was completely immersed in the spiritual power connection cabin, and a faint smile appeared on the corner of her lips.
'Xiguang, are you angry?'
"That's not the case, Master."
"Xiguang wouldn't dare to do that, Master."
Su Xi could only raise her eyebrows helplessly. She sent out a soothing wave of spirit, "Xi Guang, be good! You are really obedient and sensible."
Now, the AI life form, which had been reluctantly bound to her for a five-year agreement, no longer made any random noises.
Because at this moment, 'Su Xi' has officially entered the place where she was blocked in her last dream.
A familiar sense of distortion. After stepping into the void, Su Xi's consciousness experienced a dizzy feeling of rapid weightlessness and she arrived at the entrance to the spiritual world where she had to make a choice.
It was an endless maze of mirrors.
Every broken mirror reflects her own image.
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