funbook-pk Chapter 1474 Yang Xing's Reply
Chapter 1474 Yang Xing's Reply
His gaze shifted to Xiao Dingshan, carrying a clear instruction:
The content needs to clarify three points:
Firstly, the crisis in this galaxy has been resolved by my own hand. The main force of the alien invaders, the interstellar hyena legion, has been completely annihilated, and the remaining forces have been incorporated into the galaxy.
Order has been restored to the planet, and the situation is completely under control.
"Secondly, we are deeply grateful for the assistance from Yangxing's home planet. However, now that the crisis has been resolved, the fleet has been exhausted from its long expedition and has incurred great expenses. We should prioritize the interests of our home planet and return to rest immediately. There is no need for us to come to this world again."
"Thirdly, and most importantly!"
Xiao Ce's eyes suddenly sharpened like a hawk's as he said, "I solemnly declare that this star system is now under my full control, and from this day forward, it is the core territory of the Xiao Kingdom Empire! I am also the sole legitimate sovereign of this planet!"
Any armed force entering this star system without my permission will be considered an invasion of the Xiao Kingdom and a serious provocation against the planet's sovereignty! Do not say you were not warned!
Every word, like steel forged in fire, resounded with absolute confidence and an inviolable majesty.
This is not a negotiation, but a declaration! It is a declaration of sovereignty!
Xiao Dingshan was so excited that he almost couldn't help but cheer.
This is the true spirit of a king!
While acknowledging the power of Yangxing, it also drew a line with the strongest stance!
The prince used the tactic of "courtesy first, then force" so strictly that it was almost tantamount to an ultimatum!
"Your Majesty is wise!"
Xiao Dingshan bowed deeply and said with heartfelt admiration, "This strategy combines kindness and severity, preserving both the friendship and dignity with the mother planet, while clearly drawing a red line and demonstrating Your Highness's absolute will as the ruler of the planet!"
If we can make them back down, that would be the best outcome, and everyone would be happy!
He continued, "By the way, Your Highness, there's another question... Shouldn't you offer them some benefits...?"
Xiao Ce nodded: "When I first came here, I did make a promise to the Lord of Yangxing... but times have changed..."
Once we are powerful, I can repay Yang Xing tenfold, even a hundredfold, for what he brought us before...
We can be the most steadfast allies!
Xiao Ce replied.
"As for the 'rear troops' you mentioned..."
Xiao Dingshan raised his head, a resolute glint in his eyes, paused, and continued:
"If the Yangxing Fleet ignores the warnings and insists on coming, attempting to seize the fruits of your bloody battle, Your Highness..."
So, shut down the Star Network Hub, turning it into a true interstellar island, cutting off its return route and resupply!
They even guided a stellar storm to trap and kill it…
Such drastic measures, though a poor choice, are a necessary evil in defending sovereignty!
The entire Night Owl Legion swears to follow the Prince to the death and fight to the bitter end!
"Ah."
Xiao Ce nodded slightly, neither agreeing nor disagreeing with Xiao Dingshan's statement, but a barely perceptible hint of approval flashed in his eyes.
He turned to the empty hall: "Lingxu..."
Almost the instant Xiao Ce finished speaking!
Lingxu's holographic image silently coalesced beside the command platform, answering Xiao Ce:
"The Star Network Mechanism awaits your command, Your Highness."
The communication template has been generated according to your requirements, and the highest-level encrypted channel is ready!
It can be sent to the target fleet's estimated coordinates at any time.
"send."
Xiao Ce's command was concise and powerful.
Yes. Highest-level communication command confirmed…
Information encryption complete…
Directional transition communication beam start-up…
Launch countdown...3...2...1...Launch successful.
It is expected that the enemy fleet will be able to receive the data once it exits its current warp state and enters normal navigation.
Lingxu's report was like a precise instrument reading, devoid of any emotion.
Xiao Ce nodded after hearing Ling Xu's words.
An invisible flow of information, imbued with Xiao Ce's will and the sovereignty of the planet, arrived at a speed exceeding the speed of light!
It pierced through layers of spatial barriers in an instant, heading straight for the Yangxing support fleet that was still speeding through the warp tunnel...
After the message was sent, the hall fell silent again.
The invisible pressure did not dissipate; instead, it became even more intense.
Xiao Ce stood with his hands behind his back, gazing again at the surging sea of clouds outside the window, as if trying to see through to the other side of the endless void.
Xiao Dingshan stood to the side, equally focused and tense. He could feel his metal joints tightening slightly from the tension.
This is a silent game, with the future of the entire planet and the fate of all of them at stake.
How will the Yangxing Fleet respond?
Was it out of fear of the prince's power and the declaration of planetary sovereignty that they chose to return?
Or will they rely on the authority and military might of their home planet, arrogantly choosing to ignore it and continue their takeover journey?
He was actually quite clear-headed; as the saying goes, it's easy to invite a god in, but hard to send him away...
Time passes by minute by minute, and every second seems as long as a century.
The humming of the core of the Star Network Machine seemed to be the only timer.
After an unknown amount of time, Lingxu's icy voice rang out again, breaking the silence in the room:
"Reporting to Your Highness, the Yangxing support fleet's Explorer-class flagship 'Yuanwang' has escaped subspace jump and entered a regular navigation orbit on the outer edge of this system. Our communications have been successfully received and read by the other party's main system."
Xiao Ce slowly turned around, his gaze sharp, though he appeared calm.
However, he actually knew very well...
He was still afraid of war...
The people from Yangxing insisted on coming to start a war, but he wasn't sure of their strength.
However, this will definitely delay their progress.
He asked eagerly, "What's the response?"
Lingxu paused for a second, seemingly analyzing the feedback information transmitted across a vast distance, before reporting:
"The opposing commander, Admiral August von Strucker, commander of the 7th Squadron of the Yangxing Colonial Fleet, has sent a reply."
Xiao Dingshan's heart leaped into his throat, and he watched nervously...
Lingxu recovered very quickly.
The reply was as follows: Lingxu calmly repeated the cold words from the other side of the starry sea!
To His Excellency Xiao Ce:
"We have been informed of your so-called crisis resolution and sovereignty declaration."
However, according to Article 117 of the Yangxing Federation Interstellar Colonization Act and the Wartime Emergency Conscription Order!
This fleet is acting on joint orders from the Supreme Council and the military!
The mission objective is to assess and take over the XZ-07 resource system (the system where Xiao Ce is located).
To ensure the safety of its resource extraction and transportation routes, and to assist in the restoration of order in the local area.
This instruction has an SS priority level and absolute legal effect.
"Your unilateral claims of crisis resolution and sovereign independence need to be verified and assessed on-site by our fleet!"
The decision is valid only after the fleet command submits it to parliament for review and adjudication.
"In view of this, the fleet will continue to proceed along the original route and mission objectives, and will arrive at the orbit of the main planet in the system (i.e., this planet) 72 star hours in standard time."
Please ensure uninterrupted communication, open all starport and planetary defense system interfaces, and prepare for mission handover and authority transfer.
"Any act that obstructs or interferes with the fleet's execution of the Federation's highest directives"
This will be considered a serious provocation and rebellion against the Yangxing Federation!
The fleet reserves the right to take all necessary measures to protect federal interests. Your Excellency is advised to act prudently and avoid jeopardizing your own interests.
[Admiral August von Strucker, Commander of the Seventh Squadron of the Yangxing Federation Colonial Fleet]
After Lingxu finished reading it.
At this moment, Xiao Dingshan and the others did not look too good...
The other party was cold, tough, and arrogant, full of perfunctory procedural justice and a condescending commanding tone!
There was not a single word acknowledging Xiao Ce's status as the planet's ruler.
They only have the right to transmit instructions to local personnel and the right to rightfully receive federal property!
Xiao Dingshan's metal fist clenched instantly, producing a screeching sound, and his crimson electronic eyes were about to burst with fury!
As expected! Just as predicted! Those high and mighty Yangxing bureaucrats!
They completely disregarded the prince's achievements and declarations of sovereignty, regarding them merely as assets awaiting acquisition!
The so-called verification and assessment is nothing but a formality! The so-called "assistance in reconstruction" is essentially a power grab!
"Your Highness! They...they've gone too far!"
Xiao Dingshan's voice trembled slightly with anger...
"This is not a response, it's a declaration of war! It's a blatant declaration of plunder! They have never considered us as equals, let alone acknowledged your status!"
Seventy-two star periods... they left us only three days to prepare to surrender!
Seeing Xiao Dingshan's furious outburst, Xiao Ce calmed down considerably.
Because he had somewhat anticipated what was about to happen...
There is no other reason.
When he came over earlier, he told Yang Xing that he was there to help them with the exploration.
From both a moral and legal standpoint, it could be considered a breach of contract on his part...
It seems there aren't that many choices anymore...
Xiao Ce said to Xiao Dingshan, "Xiao Dingshan, it seems we need to shut down this star network hub..."
Xiao Dingshan was somewhat excited after hearing Xiao Ce's words.
However, he became more nervous.
He was both looking forward to it and afraid that Xiao Ce would suspect him...
Xiao Ce's face remained largely expressionless.
But Xiao Dingshan clearly saw in the prince's deep eyes that could hold the stars!
The last, faint, and extremely weak connection that might have remained with their home planet was extinguished completely, like a candle flickering in the wind.
Instead, there is an absolute coldness that freezes everything, and an indifference that looks down on ants and contains supreme pressure.
"Heh..." A very soft, cold laugh filled with endless mockery!
The words that escaped from Xiao Ce's lips seemed to mock the foolishness of Yangxing's officials, and also seemed to mark the final period to some inevitable rupture.
Xiao Ce understood that principle: "Are kings and nobles born with a special destiny?"
“Lingxu!” Xiao Ce said calmly.
"Yes, Your Highness," Lingxu replied calmly.
"Initiating Phase One of the Island Protocol."
Xiao Ce's orders have already been issued:
"Sever all active information transmission channels from the Star Network Hub to the direction of Yangxing, except for the basic spatial coordinate anchor point. From this moment on, this star system enters a state of sovereign closure."
After Xiao Ce finished speaking, he said calmly, "Without coordinates? How are you going to get here?"
Upon hearing Xiao Ce's reply, Lingxu immediately spoke up:
"Instruction confirmed."
The first phase of the island protocol has been launched…
Active information transmission channels, excluding basic anchor points…
The severance is complete. The galactic sovereignty closure state has been activated.
Lingxu continued to give a very detailed report, accompanied by a subtle shift in the energy flow within the Star Network Hub.
The umbilical cord connecting this world with the mother planet Yangxing was severed by Xiao Ce himself.
This means that from now on, this galaxy is... to the outside world!
It disappeared instantly!
"No! Your Highness! This is not enough!"
Xiao Dingshan stepped forward hastily!
He sensed Xiao Ce's determination, but also understood the enemy's strength and their own time urgency, and said directly to Xiao Ce:
“Simply cutting off communication isn’t enough! Strucker’s fleet is already on its way! They should arrive very soon!”
We don't know if they prepared backup coordinates!
We still need to prepare for the worst!
They'll be at the city gates! We must mobilize immediately!
The Night Owl Legion needs your direct command!
We need to reinforce all defenses of Fort Lingas immediately!
Leverage the Star Network to mobilize global resources!
In the Arctic, although the Abyssal Roar is not yet fully repaired, its main guns... may be able to be charged ahead of time as a deterrent!
Furthermore, we must immediately investigate all communication backdoors and spatial coordinate leaks that could potentially be exploited by Yang Xing…
Xiao Dingshan spoke very quickly, and countless emergency plans instantly flooded his mind.
He knew all too well that once war broke out, it would be an interstellar war a hundred times more dangerous than the one against the Hyena Legion!
The opponent is a well-equipped and well-trained regular Yangxing colony fleet!
The forces they have just consolidated will face their most severe test yet!
Xiao Ce raised his hand, stopping Xiao Dingshan's urgent words.
His gaze remained calm, yet it carried a powerful confidence that suggested he was in complete control.
Xiao Ce found Xiao Dingshan's expression somewhat amusing.
How come Xiao Dingshan's thinking is so clear at this moment...?
Actually, when Xiao Dingshan fought against me before, he was so clever.
They certainly wouldn't have won so easily before...
"Xiao Dingshan".
"My subordinate is here!"
"Return to Fort Lingas of the Western Federation immediately."
Xiao Ce's voice carried a command:
"Standing in command of the central command. Communicate my decree: Night Owl Legion, enter maximum combat readiness."
"Yes, Your Highness!"
Xiao Dingshan's spirits lifted, and he bowed to accept the order.
"Let Claude!"
Take full control of and activate all defense systems of Fortress Lingas, including but not limited to the planetary orbital cannon array, energy shield generator, and near-Earth orbit defense satellite network.
Execute the Iron Wall defense plan. All weapon systems are fully charged and ready to fire, targeting any unidentified, unauthorized spacecraft entering low Earth orbit and the atmosphere of any planet.
"Yes!"
“Ling Qiongke!”
Cease all non-essential consumption of spiritual essence except for maintaining life support systems. Focus all efforts on ensuring the energy supply to the defense systems, the Abyss Roar's primary main gun power unit, and the Starlink Core. Activate all strategic reserves.
"Yes!"
"Let Sophia!"
The Resurrection Center has entered wartime security mode. All efforts are being made to ensure the safety of all consciousness backups and the android replicas of key technical personnel.