Chapter 418: A Notification, Not a Collaboration_1

The images transmitted back from 28 light-years away were very clear, indicating that the Solar System State's long-distance imaging system was already quite perfected.

If gravitational waves or neutrino signals were used, this recording might not have even left the New Continent Star System yet, and the images would not be received by the Solar System until 28 years later.

Moreover, gravitational wave signals are extremely dangerous, as star systems all along the way could receive the signal, and it's very possible that before there's even a chance to colonize the New Continent Star System, this Planetary System would have already suffered a Dark Forest Strike.

The view was from above, looking down; everyone first saw a deep blue ocean. If not for the fact that the scenery on the islands was completely dissimilar to that of Earth's, everyone would have thought that these were images of Earth.

Next came a close-up of the islands, with the most noticeable feature being some huge plants resembling water pipes.

The top of these plants was adorned with something like a green membrane similar to a lotus leaf, and the commentator said, "According to the probe's simple measurements, each of these green membranes has a diameter of over two hundred meters.

"Furthermore, it seems that these plants can adjust the position of the green membranes. Combined with the thinness of the membranes, they have very good wind resistance.

"Being green, obviously they can also carry out photosynthesis."

President Balun couldn't help but ask, "Could it be that plants throughout the universe have similar characteristics? What is the oxygen content of this world?"

The commentator politely replied, "Sorry, that information is not for public disclosure."

Aside from Jiang Yu, everyone present was taken aback as they had thought they were watching a video and had not expected a response. Was this live commentary?

Even Balun was somewhat surprised. When he asked that question, he did not expect a response, his question was prompted by a discomforting curiosity. He had hoped Jiang Yu would casually answer his question.

Seeing everyone's surprised expressions, Jiang Yu pointed to his bracelet and explained faintly, "Let me introduce you all, this is my work assistant, a Galaxy III civilian computer."

Bi Yunfeng stared blankly at the astonishingly realistic commentator for several seconds, then exchanged glances with Cao Bin. They had never seen such advanced computers in the Solar System State, clearly a product not openly used by the Solar System State.

At this moment, these two top scholars felt like complete bumpkins.

The display of the New World ended here. Clearly, the footage had been edited to prompt everyone to realize that the environment was from an extraterrestrial planet.

However, the brief footage did not reveal too much crucial information.

The commentary from Galaxy III continued, "The first step of our plan is to colonize the New Continent Star System and, upon gaining a foothold there, immediately proceed with a new wave of interstellar colonization, seeking a warm and safe haven for Earth.

"Then, after a long journey, Earth would ultimately reach this new home.

"Prior colonization efforts involve not only searching but also probing the surrounding star systems for intelligent civilizations.

"Further expanding to form a civilization encompassing multiple Planetary Systems, the earliest colonized peripheral star systems will serve like sentinels, warning the entire civilization of any Dark Forest Strikes.

"Thus, the entire project is named the 'Sentinel Plan'!"

After the presentation, Weide and others were beyond excited, for they would have the opportunity to participate in this grand interstellar immigration project!

If the plan proceeded smoothly, human civilization would begin to spread widely across the Milky Way.

But Balun and others were very serious, knowing the Solar System State was far ahead of the Solar System Federation; however, realizing by how much left them feeling somewhat disheartened.

What to do? The Solar System State was about to leave the Solar System, an event too significant to keep hidden. How would they explain to their citizens, who always considered themselves hardly different from the Solar System State?

One of Balun's politicians mustered the courage to speak up, "Wallfacer, this plan is in complete violation of humanity's most basic ethical standards, it's, it's..."

He intended to say that it was a grave anti-humanity crime, but the words failed him as they reached his lips.

The politician had no choice but to clear his throat, as if to conclude his previous statement, "How would the people who didn't leave feel about this plan? I believe the plan is far too frivolous. Once initiated, the entirety of human society will fall into extreme chaos!"

"It's the Solar System Federation that will be in chaos!" Jiang Yu retorted coolly: "This plan has received widespread support from the citizens of the Solar System State!

"Because they know that the government of the Solar System State will never abandon them!

"I said we will achieve whole nation migration within the next eighty years, and I will make sure of it."

President Balun gave a meaningful glance to another middle-aged subordinate, who immediately understood and asked with a benign smile:

"Could this plan also involve the Solar System Federation? After all, we are part of the same civilization, and such a major move should be made in unison."

Jiang Yu sneered, "Didn't you claim that Jupiter can stop a Dark Forest Strike? Don't you think the research on Lightspeed Spaceship is illegal? Hasn't the fleet blockading Star Ring City been withdrawn yet? Didn't you just say that this violates the most fundamental ethical principles of humanity?"

The middle-aged man's smile remained unchanged: "Humanity's desire for exploration is endless. After we have managed to preliminarily block a Dark Forest Strike, naturally we hope—"

Seeing Jiang Yu's face growing increasingly grim, President Balun quickly took over the conversation: "Actually, we took your previous warning about 'dimensional reduction' very seriously.

"Although theoretically, such technology is unlikely to exist, we still dealt with it earnestly.

"It's just that, for the stability of the sheltered world, we didn't disclose this information.

"Now that the Solar System State has taken the lead in initiating the era of interstellar migration, we also..."

Jiang Yu spread his hands dismissively: "You could have done the research on your own!

"For fifty years you have not made a single move, and you even labeled the Lightspeed Spaceship project as illegal!

"Now, the Solar System State has achieved success, and you want to reap the benefits?

"Let me make it clear to you: don't even think about it!"

With no other recourse, President Balun could only respond with a smile: "That was not our intention.

"We declared the Lightspeed Spaceship illegal in order to stabilize the public's mind. In fact, we always intended to start research on Lightspeed Spaceship at the right time. Now..."

Jiang Yu interjected once more: "Is it because the Solar System State has ignored you for years that the Solar System Federation thinks itself capable again?

"I called you here, not to consult with you or to cooperate with you, but to inform you."

Jiang Yu shook his head slightly, disappointed: "Now that you have been informed, please leave."

As he finished speaking, several armed robots suddenly appeared, eyeing Balun and his companions, who obligingly rose and left.

Watching their retreating figures, Jiang Yu felt no sympathy.

Just as he had said before, if they had wanted it, Jiang Yu would not have hesitated to give them the curvature drive technology, but how to develop the Lightspeed Spaceship was their business.

But they were still planning to rely on the Solar System State, to enjoy the fruits of the Solar System State's labor, and that was something Jiang Yu would not tolerate.