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Of course, the directions of genetic modification for both sides were different, making it difficult to compare.

At this point, He Kui had a rough idea of how Lacus's abilities had come about.

But more questions surfaced, such as what Lacus's true origins were.

He had thought he understood this world quite well.

The Clan, the Library, and the Merchants of Death.

But now it seemed the world was not so simple.

The undercurrents beneath it all still required careful consideration.

"I'm not entirely sure how much these genes will affect you," He Kui concluded.

"But in terms of lifespan, it's similar to that of a Coordinator, so Setona, you don't need to worry too much."

"Is that so?"

Setona lowered her eyes, her delicate figure leaning into the young man.

"How are you feeling?"

He wasn't entirely sure what Setona was thinking.

After all, it was like thinking you were white, only to be told you were black.

Most people wouldn't experience something like this.

And how much did Lacus know?

"Setona is fine, just a little surprised."

The girl nuzzled her head against He Kui's chest.

"No matter who Setona is, what needs to be done hasn't changed, right?"

He Kui gently patted Setona's back, his voice soft and reassuring.

"Mhm!"

Hearing He Kui's words, the girl nodded firmly.

As Setona gradually calmed down, He Kui followed up with a question.

"Has Mattias contacted you?"

"The last time he reached out, he mentioned finding evidence that the Clan might be manipulating the Atlantic Federation, as well as controlling Earth's greenhouse effect and the genetic mutation of locusts."

"Don't worry, He Kui, Mattias is very capable."

The girl's eyes were wide open, looking at him in an utterly adorable way.

"Alright."

But even if the war stopped now, the Clan likely wouldn't be eradicated, and Mattias's situation would become even more complicated.

Genesis was almost complete, and February City had also developed a drug to counter the locust mutations.

As long as they could find out where the greenhouse particles were being released or what method was being used to raise the temperature, then the mission would be accomplished.

And even if they couldn't find out, would Earth's death be able to strike them? Clearly not.

So, as Durandal had said, the Atlantic Federation wouldn't make that choice.

But Durandal's words were deliberately misleading.

The Atlantic Federation wouldn't, but that didn't mean Creuset wouldn't.

So precautions still needed to be taken.

After exchanging a few more words with Setona, He Kui returned to his office.

Without hesitation, he sent the compiled Re-GZ data to Joule's terminal.

"Transformable mass-production machine blueprints?"

Joule's response came quickly.

"Yes."

He Kui nodded.

"The main material is still Gundanium Alloy, and production over there is gradually restarting. It should be possible to achieve mass production after Genesis."

At this point, He Kui didn't ask for benefits.

His benefits were simple: orders and reputation from the mining company.

These were two things he could never have enough of. His Haro production line was now fully operational, so money wasn't a concern.

"After Genesis, if the war truly stops, it's likely that the defense budget will be further reduced."

Joule sighed.

The Zala Faction believes in the power of force.

Force is the only means to protect oneself, so the recent reduction in the defense budget has been a major concern.

However, although Zala could potentially establish a dictatorship, it's not feasible.

With so many people watching, including the Clyne Faction, a dictatorship would likely plunge PLANT into chaos again.

The only option is to engage in endless debates with Clyne.

"Reducing the budget before the war is even over?"

"They've wanted to cut it for a long time, but civilian welfare is indeed a significant issue."

Having more funds to develop civilian technology is certainly a good thing.

"It will probably take a long time to negotiate, but equipping around fifty of these transformable fighters shouldn't be a problem."

"Good."

Fifty units, the number of Elite Units, seems to be preparation for a scaled-down battlefield in the future.

Not a single mistake, not a single shot, not a single detail is out of place in this 69-book, right?

But He Kui didn't mind; after all, maintenance costs are also a source of income. If something gets damaged, he can charge for repairs.

"Once the recent matters are settled, head to Genesis. It will be operational in three days. Go and take a look."

"Alright, can others come too?"

When Joule says "take a look," it definitely means staying there.

With only three days left, it's fine for him to stay over.

"It's a top-secret project."

There was no explicit refusal, but Joule's words made it clear.

He would have to go alone.

"I understand. During my absence..."

"Don't worry, we'll hold the fort for you, and we won't cut off your communications."

"It's a special privilege for you."

Working at Genesis usually requires cutting off communications.

According to Joule, this is indeed a privilege.

"Alright."

He Kui's expression relaxed slightly upon hearing this.

He was afraid that after three days there, he might return to find his home gone.

Although the asteroid is safe, it's also a big target.

"So that's how it is."

That night, He Kui gathered everyone, including Setona, in the room and explained the situation.

"I need to take the Liberator and the Magnetic Shield Backpack with me. I've given both Shihe and Sulei full authority over this base. For the next three days, I'll also cut off all supplies and incoming ships to the base."

"Stay safe. If there's anything you can't handle, contact me directly. I've also stationed a Light Shield-equipped GINN here."

"Lastly, help me place an Aegis at this location and move the asteroid's position as well."

He Kui repeatedly instructed, handing a beacon to Shihe.

In fact, with the external Light Shield combined with the GINN's own Light Shield, this place is arguably one of the safest in all of PLANT, unless there's a large-scale nuclear attack.

"You've said it many times already."

"Three days... Can't you tell us where you're going? Or what the Aegis is for?"

Shihe lowered her eyes as she spoke.

"It's probably to help build some secret weapon or something. I'll contact you if anything happens."

He Kui chuckled awkwardly.

"There's no danger, right?"

"None. Maybe by the time I return, the war will be over."

He Kui used the word "perhaps" because he wasn't entirely sure. If the Atlantic Federation on the Moon didn't surrender after the first shot, the next target would be the lunar base.

And what if the Atlantic Federation still refused to surrender?

Of course, they couldn't just fire the weapon directly at the Earth.

But without the advantage of space and having offended most of the Earth's nations, it would undoubtedly become easier to divide and conquer them.

On the other hand, PLANT, after cooperating with East Asia, could further secure the other half of the Eurasian Federation, and the situation would look very promising.

However, before that, Genesis must not encounter any mishaps.

He had already done his best to lay the groundwork, and now it was up to Creuset and the clan to make their move.

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