Chapter 167: Stepping Off the Planet

Whoosh—

A large assault ship streaked through the sky, leaving sonic booms in its wake.

Inside the cabin, Eden sat comfortably on a plush fur-lined sofa, sipping an ice-cold soda.

This was his personal vessel, remodeled to the standards of a private jet from his previous life. The cabin even included a crew of attendants dressed as "flight stewardesses," all part of the Tower Estate's maid corps. It was, to say the least, a luxurious experience.

Setting aside his drink, Eden picked up a slightly bulky mechanical gaming device and resumed playing.

The gaming device, loaded with simple games like Tetris and Brick Breaker, was a creation of the Psionic Network Research Institute.

The institute had been established to meet the growing demand for the psionic network, led by Data Sages and a team of bald tech-priests specializing in programming and network security.

Under Eden's meticulous guidance, the institute had already developed and deployed a psionic software akin to a project management tool, which significantly boosted productivity, optimized workflows, and enhanced communication across teams.

But their primary task was far more critical: combating Chaos-corrupted code and related incursions.

Their responsibilities included eradicating corrupted or hazardous code and erecting firewalls to protect the psionic network from Warp-born intrusions.

Eden had no intention of witnessing blasphemous imagery or debased content like warp-spawned mascots desecrating the Emperor's likeness ever again.

"Stay clear of Slaanesh's corruption, starting with myself!"

"Is this pressure okay, Savior?"

A stewardess leaned gently against Eden's back, skillfully massaging him.

Of course, the "stewardesses" were Tower Estate maids in cosplay; the ship had its own dedicated crew for operations.

It was rare for Eden to leave on a business trip, and he intended to make the most of it.

"Perfect..."

Knock, knock, knock—

Just as Eden was about to fully enjoy his journey, a knock came from the VIP suite door.

"Savior!"

The excitable voice of Kaul rang out.

What now? Eden frowned, motioning for the stewardess to leave before opening the door.

Kaul burst in, saluting hastily, followed closely by his black servo-skull father.

"What's wrong?" Eden asked, raising an eyebrow.

"Nothing, I just wanted to see that gaming device!"

Kaul, having learned of the mechanical gaming device, couldn't resist rushing over. The contraption was beyond anything he had ever imagined.

Seeing Kaul's eager expression, Eden sighed, handing over the device he had barely started playing with.

"Here, take it and get lost!"

After all, Kaul had recently made a major breakthrough by developing nanosilicon camouflage technology, resolving a critical issue in faith dissemination. Eden could afford to be generous to those who achieved results.

"Thank you! I'll get out of your hair now!"

Kaul scampered off with the gaming device like a child with a new toy.

Anticipating this, Eden reached under the sofa and pulled out a second gaming device from a hidden compartment, continuing his leisurely gaming session.

This trip was akin to a semi-vacation.

The transformation surgeries for the Space Marines would take a full year to complete. Aside from the faith dissemination plan among the Eredar, there were no pressing matters.

Eden planned to stay in the Eredar Holy City to oversee the implementation of the nanosilicon camouflage technology.

The Eredar Holy City

Located 5,000 kilometers from the hive capital, the Holy City housed tens of millions of Eredar.

After reclaiming Urth, Eden had relocated the Eredar to the desolate Zada Mines, granting them the area as their promised land.

The Eredar renamed the barren mountains "Zada Holy Mountain" and began building a city around it while reviving the environment.

As Eden's assault ship approached the city, he gazed out the window. The city was a marvel to behold.

Shrouded in an energy shield, the predominantly white city featured towering spires and massive domed structures, cleverly integrated into the mountainside. The buildings, crafted from local stone, blended seamlessly with the natural terrain, making the city appear as though it had grown from the mountain itself.

The spires and domes peeked through the mist, exuding an aura of sanctity and inviolability.

The city was a religious center, with every inch adorned with carvings depicting stories of the Savior and the Sacred Sun.

Faith was the cornerstone of the Eredar's way of life, influencing their customs, art, and even daily conversations. Religious festivals and ceremonies were frequent, fostering a profound sense of unity and peace.

When Eden's ship landed, he was greeted by an atmosphere of serenity.

The Holy City's Archbishop and the Eredar masses had long awaited their Savior's arrival, kneeling in reverence.

Dressed in a white robe adorned with intricate dark gold patterns, Eden walked toward Redemption Square, shaded by palm trees and paved with pristine white stone.

As he passed, the faithful knelt in waves, offering their utmost devotion.

The square was the city's heart, dominated by a monumental statue of Eden. The statue, crowned by the Sacred Sun, gleamed under the sunlight.

Under the guidance of the Archbishop, the Eredar held a grand ceremony to welcome their Savior.

After the ceremony, Kaul and his team began their work, conducting equipment tests and experiments, while Eden prepared faith-related content for future missionary operations.

Days later, at Redemption Square, a thousand devout followers entered the Holy Caskets under the watchful eyes of the Eredar masses.

These individuals, chosen for their unwavering faith, would receive the Savior's blessing and become Missionary Saints—a role described in the Holy Codex of Redemption as the ultimate mission of the Eredar.

The Holy Caskets, creations of Kaul's ingenuity, were machines capable of administering nanosilicon camouflage.

Once inside, the caskets injected the nanosilicon material, which grew within the followers' bodies and spread to their skin, cloaking their mutated features with a human-like appearance.

When the Missionary Saints emerged, they were clad in white robes, their features radiating compassion, with their foreheads devoid of any mutations. Even machines couldn't detect their true nature.

In case of a fatal crisis, the nanosilicon would disintegrate their bodies entirely, leaving no trace of their identities.

These Missionary Saints would serve as the ideal medium for spreading Eden's faith.

After receiving the blessings, the Missionary Saints boarded ships bound for the sector capital, Matilla, where they would blend into the populace and covertly propagate the faith, laying the groundwork for future conquest.

As the transport ships carrying the Missionary Saints departed for Matilla, a separate colony ship, laden with Stormtroopers, workers, and machinery, launched toward a nearby primitive planet.

This planet, rich in rare minerals essential for crafting power armor and other critical equipment, had been discovered and concealed by the Grant family, whose plans were disrupted by sudden taxation policies.

Now, Urth had resumed its development.

The departure of these ships marked Eden's first step beyond his planet, embarking on a campaign to conquer the galaxy.

...

One Year Later

Eden lay on the rooftop of the Holy City, soaking up the sun in a pair of shorts.

Beep, beep, beep—

His communicator buzzed. Glancing at the message, he shot upright.

"The warriors' transformation surgeries are complete!"

(End of Chapter)

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