413: A grain of sand can destroy a star (two and a half chapters in one)

Song Qingfeng was stunned by Lin Yang's exorbitant demand.

One-third right off the bat?

And one-tenth of every subsequent batch??

One must know that, with the current efficiency of the Human Alliance, uniting all ninth-level civilizations to manufacture detectors, the output of each batch is enormous!

Even one-tenth would be an astronomical figure!

Lin Yang gave a sheepish smile: "There's no other way, Director. My Home Universe is weak and lacks the capability to manufacture detectors. I can only try my best to fight for them. If I don't plan for them, they'll surely be bullied and persecuted by those disguised Foreign race."

Song Qingfeng: "..."

He fell silent.

A moment later, Song Qingfeng sighed, a wry smile on his face: "Alright, I'll agree to your terms."

While Lin Yang's demands were not small, the Yu Xia Universe was also not very large. A few batches would be enough for every civilization in the Yu Xia Universe to receive sufficient gene detectors.

Moreover, this detector was developed by Lin Yang, so this request was honestly not excessive.

It was only natural for him to seek more benefits for his Home Universe.

Director Song agreed to the terms.

"Thank you, Director. I'll head back to my Home Universe now," Lin Yang said, thanking him and preparing to leave.

"Wait a moment," Song Qingfeng called out to him again. Under Lin Yang's puzzled gaze, he slowly asked, "Lin Yang, you know a lot about this technology, and this matter involves Life from the High-Dimensional Universe. What do you think our chances of winning are this time?"

Lin Yang paused, pondered for a moment, then replied, "Director, I can't say for sure, but there's one thing I can confirm: these experiments likely don't represent the attitude of everyone in that High-Dimensional Universe. Our enemy isn't an entire powerful High-Dimensional Universe, but only a certain group within the High-Dimensional Universe."

"Oh? How do you mean?" Song Qingfeng became curious.

"Director, the Alliance Headquarters should have some top-secret files regarding information about the High-Dimensional Universe, right?" Lin Yang asked in return, not answering directly.

Song Qingfeng's eyes narrowed slightly. He glanced at Lin Yang and nodded, "There are some."

"Then Director should also be aware that some existences in the High-Dimensional Universe, including their technology, are beyond our imagination. If the High-Dimensional Universe wanted to attack us, annihilating the Ten Thousand Universes wouldn't be a difficult task. There would be no need to conduct such gene recombination experiments so secretly," Lin Yang stated.

"Your meaning is?" Song Qingfeng's eyes sharpened, revealing a serious expression.

Lin Yang smiled slightly: "Director, I don't know much about High-Dimensional Universe lifeforms, but I think humanity, to a certain extent, should have commonalities. They possess power far greater and more terrifying than ours, and even on a Life level, they might be different from us. If this experiment were a collective decision of all lifeforms in the entire High-Dimensional Universe, then it would most likely not need to be conducted in secret."

"After all..."

Lin Yang paused slightly, looking at Song Qingfeng and slowly saying, "If we humans now needed to conduct some experiments on ants, would we need to secretly catch one from this anthill and one from another anthill to do so?"

Song Qingfeng immediately fell into deep thought.

Lin Yang continued, "Given such a huge disparity in strength, let alone secretly catching ants from separate anthills for experiments, we could even directly dig up the entire anthill and take it away."

"Therefore, I assert that this modification experiment is not permitted within the High-Dimensional Universe. That's why the High-Dimensional Universe lifeform doesn't dare to act openly. He might even be more afraid of exposing himself and being investigated by other High-Dimensional Universe lifeforms."

"Hence, this tough battle against that High-Dimensional Universe lifeform might be difficult, but we are not without a chance of winning. In fact, the probability of winning might not even be too low."

These words made Song Qingfeng nod slightly.

What Lin Yang said perfectly aligned with his own thoughts.

This kind of behavior, modifying humans across the Ten Thousand Universes, was highly likely not permitted within the High-Dimensional Universe.

Therefore, it could be inferred that the High-Dimensional Universe lifeform orchestrating this matter was likely acting for some personal objective, secretly colluding with the Mingye Clan and Lingyou Clan to target humanity.

He might not even dare to reveal his own existence.

"However, even so, we still cannot be careless. That High-Dimensional Universe lifeform, who can make the Mingye Clan and Lingyou Clan work for him, must have given them benefits they couldn't refuse. He must have also definitely crossed the cosmic barrier of different dimensions to show them, or even directly provided them with powerful military support as backing, which made the two clans dare to do this," Song Qingfeng said.

Lin Yang nodded, this indeed required attention.

The technological weapons of the High-Dimensional Universe were incomparable to those in the Ten Thousand Universes.

On his way back to the Alien Management Bureau, he inquired about some information regarding the High-Dimensional Universe from the system.

Among the advanced technological civilizations of the High-Dimensional Universe, technological weapons existed on an entirely different level and state.

For example, to destroy a planet in the Ten Thousand Universes, the most common method was a star destroyer cannon.

However, for an advanced technological civilization in the High-Dimensional Universe to destroy a planet in the Ten Thousand Universes, they might only need to casually flick out a grain of sand to completely obliterate a planet.

Furthermore, when speaking of destroying a universe in the Ten Thousand Universes, it refers to eradicating all Life within the target universe, not causing the destruction of the universe itself.

It is simply impossible to achieve the destruction of the universe itself.

But for advanced technological civilizations in the High-Dimensional Universe, it is possible to truly destroy the universe itself!

Along with all living beings within that universe, they can be directly turned into nothingness.

If individual universes are described as individual bubbles, any technological power in the Ten Thousand Universes can only enter the interior of a bubble to destroy things within it, but cannot destroy the bubble that represents the universe itself.

However, advanced technological civilizations in the High-Dimensional Universe can directly erase the bubble itself.

Assuming there are ten thousand universe bubbles, after one is erased, there will be 9999, directly losing one universe.

Perhaps after endless eons, other universe bubbles might change and give birth to a new universe bubble again.

But this has no relation whatsoever to the universe bubble that was previously destroyed.

This is the power and terror of High-Dimensional Universe civilization!

The power wielded by High-Dimensional Universe civilizations is unimaginable and incomprehensible.

The Mingye Clan and Lingyou Clan daring to do this might truly be because they received some High-Dimensional Universe weapons from that High-Dimensional Universe lifeform.

"Host, you don't need to worry too much. Transmitting matter across dimensional barriers isn't that simple, especially transmitting matter from High-Dimensional Universe space to Low-Dimensional Universe space. The difficulty is even greater, and the higher the energy level of the transmitted matter, the greater the difficulty."

"Especially when it reaches a certain level, it will trigger a high-dimensional space alarm. At that time, all Life in the entire High-Dimensional Universe space will know that someone is transmitting super-energy weapons from the High-Dimensional Universe to a Low-Dimensional Universe."

"So, even if the mastermind behind this incident provides High-Dimensional Universe weapons to the Mingye Clan and Lingyou Clan, it's unlikely to be particularly high-level weaponry."

The system seemed to sense Lin Yang's thoughts and suddenly spoke.

"Oh... there are such restrictions?" Lin Yang became curious.

"Yes, Host, this is a form of rule protection by different dimensional spaces for low-dimensional space. Not only is transmitting matter difficult, but even High-Dimensional Universe lifeforms wanting to enter Low-Dimensional Universe space is also extremely difficult. Otherwise, if High-Dimensional Universe people could easily enter Low-Dimensional Universes, then Low-Dimensional Universes would have long been dominated by certain ill-intentioned lifeforms from the High-Dimensional Universe," the system added.

Lin Yang's eyes flashed: "According to what you're saying, that High-Dimensional Universe lifeform is very likely not in the Ten Thousand Universes at all, and merely established contact with the Mingye Clan and others through some means, transmitted this technology, and then assigned them tasks?"

"Yes, Host, this is the most likely possibility."

Lin Yang felt an inexplicable sense of relief: "If that's the case, then this crisis might not be so troublesome to resolve."

However, the system then said, "Host, a character capable of crossing dimensional barriers to contact a Low-Dimensional Universe, and even transmitting technology and weapons, is usually a very extraordinary existence, even within the High-Dimensional Universe!

"Especially, being able to access, restore, and even continue researching the human gene recombination and modification technology that was jointly sealed and destroyed by the High-Dimensional Universe, the status of this High-Dimensional Life behind the scenes might be even higher than imagined. Although we may not need to confront him directly this time, we still cannot relax."

The system's reminder instantly made Lin Yang's recently relaxed mood tense up again, even more so.

Because what the system said made a lot of sense. Since human gene recombination and modification technology was jointly sealed by the High-Dimensional Universe, the fact that this guy could bring back a technology that was sealed and destroyed shows that he must indeed hold an extraordinary position within the High-Dimensional Universe.

How could one not be nervous about dealing with a big shot from the High-Dimensional Universe?

"Lin Yang? What are you thinking about? So engrossed?" Song Qingfeng saw Lin Yang lost in thought and waved his hand in front of him.

"Uh... nothing, I just suddenly thought of something. Director, if there's nothing else, I'll head back to my Home Universe first," Lin Yang said, snapping back to reality.

He thought about the system's recent reminder but decided not to tell Song Qingfeng about it for now.

Since Human Alliance Headquarters had some top-secret documents about the High-Dimensional Universe, they would easily think of these aspects as long as they weren't foolish.

He didn't need to say too much, so as not to arouse suspicion.

"Alright, this matter is of great importance. You may return for now. The Alliance still needs to formulate a detailed plan and proposal. After we conduct an internal investigation, we will invite you back for final confirmation." Song Qingfeng didn't keep Lin Yang.

It was unknown how many people would be involved in this incident, and Human Alliance Headquarters might even experience some chaos. At this time, it was safer for Lin Yang to return to Yu Xia Universe than to stay here.

Lin Yang acknowledged and turned to leave.

"Oh, right, I've decided that you can keep using that ninth-level battleship. The Ten Thousand Universes will be very chaotic now, and the ninth-level battleship can be used to protect you. You can drive it back to Yu Xia Universe this time," Song Qingfeng added.

Lin Yang paused, then quickly turned to thank Director Song: "Thank you, Director. Then I won't be polite!"

A ninth-level battleship for his personal use!

Although it was only for his use, the ownership was not his.

But this still made Lin Yang very excited.

With a ninth-level battleship, he could practically go anywhere in the Ten Thousand Universes, except for ninth-level civilizations.

Even in the current chaotic situation, having a ninth-level battleship for personal use would greatly enhance and guarantee his safety.

Not to mention, his ninth-level battleship was previously temporarily fitted with the most advanced power source and the latest ninth-level weapon system!

Lin Yang strode quickly out of Song Qingfeng's office and headed straight for the ninth-level battleship!

"Director, are you really letting Your Excellency Lin Yang return to his Home Universe? There are no supreme civilizations in Yu Xia Universe. Why not keep him at the Headquarters? The Mingye Clan, Lingyou Clan, and those Lives from the High-Dimensional Universe probably hate Your Excellency Lin Yang to the bone. Isn't it unsafe to let him return to Yu Xia Universe?"

As Lin Yang left the office, Xiaoquan Assistant said worriedly from the side.

Song Qingfeng smiled faintly: "The Headquarters is not safe at all. Who knows how many disguised guys need to be cleared out here? Moreover, that kid's master, Zhu Old Man, is not a pushover. He might not be safe at the Headquarters, but returning to Yu Xia Universe is 100% safe. Even if his mysterious silver-haired sister cannot descend now, with Zhu Old Man's strength alone, he is an invincible existence in ordinary universes!"

"Ah... I forgot about that..." Xiaoquan Assistant was stunned, then a look of envy appeared in his eyes.

In chaotic times, one could better appreciate the importance of having a powerful backer!

The power of Human Universe Alliance Headquarters could sweep through two-thirds of the Ten Thousand Universes without much problem, yet it was still not as safe as returning to one's Home Universe.

How could he not be envious?

...Yu Star.

After leaving the Alien Management Bureau, Lin Yang didn't delay at all and immediately returned to Yu Star.

It wasn't that Blue Star wasn't important, but Yu Star needed to be dealt with first.

"Your Excellency Lin Yang!"

Yu Chen and Yu Meng both looked very serious now.

Internal notifications from the Alien Management Bureau had been sent to every known Human Alliance force in the Ten Thousand Universes.

As the highest-level civilization in Yu Xia Universe, Yu Star received the notification at the first opportunity, requesting them to investigate whether any Foreign race disguised as humans existed throughout Yu Xia Universe.

But they were unable to conduct the investigation.

It wasn't that they couldn't search every corner of Yu Xia Universe, but rather that they lacked the ability to identify Foreign races disguised as humans.

The Alien Management Bureau had said they would successively release detectors, and they had inquired, but the reply they received was to wait.

The two of them were naturally anxious.

They were still not clear about the detailed circumstances of this incident.

To ensure Lin Yang's safety to the greatest extent, the Alien Management Bureau had not disclosed too much detailed information about this incident to others.

The two of them here had no idea that Lin Yang had discovered the anomaly, nor did they know that Lin Yang was the one who developed the detectors.

Now seeing Lin Yang return, not staying at the Alien Management Bureau for missions, they breathed a sigh of relief for Lin Yang, and at the same time, anxiously wanted Lin Yang to help inquire about the detectors.

Foreign races disguised as humans, if not discovered in time, would be a ticking time bomb.

Too dangerous.

Lin Yang merely smiled faintly and opened a hatch of the ninth-level battleship: "These are the detectors. This batch has a total of five million. They can be distributed first."

"Ah?"

Yu Chen and Yu Meng were instantly stunned.

Detectors?

And a full five million of them?!

They were shocked!

One must know that it had not been more than two hours since the Alien Management Bureau issued its announcement, declaring that Foreign races were targeting humans for genetic recombination and modification.

It could be said that they were currently in the initial stage of this incident!

It was the initial stage that couldn't be more initial!

The Alien Management Bureau's previous reply to them was still that the detectors were in the research and development phase.

But now, Lin Yang actually brought five million detectors directly!

This left Yu Chen and Yu Meng utterly bewildered.

The incident had just happened. Even if the Alien Management Bureau produced the first batch of detectors within two hours, the quantity certainly wouldn't be too much!

Yet Lin Yang brought five million at once!

This made both of them feel a bit numb.

Lin Yang couldn't have just snatched all of the first batch, could he?

Yu Chen and Yu Meng exchanged glances, a bit unsure of what to say, or rather, a bit afraid to speak.

This was too frightening.

Lin Yang looked at their expressions and couldn't help but smile: "Don't overthink it. I asked Director Song for these. I made a huge contribution in this mission, so he prioritized one-third of the first batch to me, and subsequently, one-tenth of every batch will be supplied to us first, until our detectors here are sufficient."

"Ah... ah?"

Yu Chen and Yu Meng were even more shocked!

Directly took one-third?

And there would be more later, until sufficient??

The two instantly stared at each other with wide eyes, their hearts trembling.

What kind of contribution would warrant such a great privilege?

The next moment, Yu Meng suddenly slapped his head, scanning Lin Yang up and down, full of worry: "Your Excellency Lin Yang, you weren't hurt, were you?"

In his opinion, to exchange for such a privilege, Lin Yang must have made enormous sacrifices during the mission!

He was very worried!

Yu Chen was the same.

Lin Yang's heart warmed involuntarily.

Their first reaction wasn't joy at getting so many detectors, but rather concern for his safety, which touched him. He slowly said:

"Big Brother Yu Meng, don't worry, I'm fine, no problems at all. Let's transfer the detectors to the warehouse first, then start the investigation. I'll guard here. After this side is done, I'll go home."

Yu Meng and Yu Chen were then relieved, repeatedly saying: "That's good, that's good."

Yu Meng continued: "No wonder they say it's good to lean against a big tree for shade. I now understand what it feels like to have a strong backer."

"Of this first batch of detectors, Alien Management Bureau Headquarters only kept two-thirds, and they still need to distribute them to other universes. It's safe to say they will definitely be snatched up. Many universes probably won't even get a few, but we directly got one-third. This feeling is simply indescribable, beyond awesome!"

Yu Chen nodded in agreement.

There were too many human civilizations and territories in the Ten Thousand Universes. At this stage, detectors were definitely the most important resource.

Other universes had to wait for allocation as needed, but they, because of Lin Yang, didn't have to worry at all.

This feeling was indeed very satisfying!

"Oh, right, Your Excellency Lin Yang, that Soman you asked us to capture last time has attempted suicide multiple times while in custody, but we stopped him in time. However, he seems determined to die, so we had no choice but to tranquilize him. You said you wanted to interrogate him; you can do it soon, otherwise, if he's set on dying, I'm afraid something unexpected might happen if we drag it out."

Yu Chen suddenly spoke.

Lin Yang frowned: "He committed suicide? And multiple times?"

"Yes, he probably knows he won't live, so he doesn't want to be interrogated by you," Yu Chen said.

"In that case, let's go interrogate him now. I do have questions that I must get answers to from him." Lin Yang's eyes flickered.

The ten billion star crystals on Solo's spaceship had a highly suspicious origin.

That was a full ten billion star crystals!

Even a ninth-level civilization would not let it go if they inexplicably lost ten billion star crystals!

But during this time, he had secretly paid attention, and even asked White Fatty Old Man to help keep an eye out, yet he hadn't found any powerful civilization or force secretly infiltrating Yu Xia Universe to track down the whereabouts of those ten billion star crystals.

This was not normal, and not right.

Ten billion star crystals at least involved an incredibly massive force.

Whether it was an enemy or something else, Lin Yang always needed to clarify some things.

Lest he be secretly targeted again.

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Thanks to the lovely Sister Xinzhe for the reward. I bow to my sister and wish her prosperity!

Thank you to all my brothers and sisters!

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