Shen Shi remembered very clearly that in the previous future lines, there was no such notion. After all, the human civilization of the past treated other races in much the same way as most C-level civilizations in the Mude System treated weaker races.
They would exploit and oppress as needed.
After all, there were even stronger civilizations above them. The Mude System doesn’t consider emotions—shepherd dogs, if they lose their usefulness, are basically slaughtered for stew.
However, this time was different.
The C-level civilizations of the future world made some changes.
They established a subsidiary species system.
The so-called subsidiary species refers to races that have separated from their original tribes. They are allowed to work for human civilization, rather than merely being raised as Primordial Energy Batteries, like other alien species.
These species naturally cannot enjoy the treatment of C-level civilizations, but they don’t need to offer up themselves, because the quotas they were supposed to supply are all undertaken by their "parent races" to the fullest extent.
It means sacrificing more to cultivate a small part.
This doesn’t violate the rules of the Mude System.
Moreover, many species are actually willing. They can establish deeper relationships with C-level civilizations. Even though their status is very low and technology is blocked, they can still obtain significant benefits.
Just like how the Collector is in Gus Land.
In the Mude System, there are not no C-level civilizations doing this, but not many. The main reason is that it doesn’t have much effect—ultimately, development depends on oneself, and in warfare, the role of these weak races is extremely limited.
So, in the initial future lines, even though human civilization had become one of the most powerful C-level civilizations, there wasn’t such a system.
"This is a change brought about by my will." Shen Shi realized.
This change wasn’t because of a brand new transaction, nor did he take out any decisive equipment from his personal space. It was merely because he already held a significant position throughout human civilization.
To the extent that even his thoughts could change the future.
Just like in the first war with the Worren reconnaissance troops.
He knew about the appearance of the "Warrior" and prepared in advance, thus the Warrior no longer showed up.
This is history changed based on his will.
And now, this is not just changing history but has become another way to alter the future after offering up a transaction item.
If it weren’t for the market terminal only allowing human ownership, this time, there might indeed be another Consciousness Residue arising.
Shen Shi carefully examined this new future again.
To be honest, such a system of subsidiary species is but a mere trifle for truly powerful civilizations, without much significance; however, it still has a certain role in the early development of humanity, otherwise it wouldn’t be used. In this historical line, although some changes exist, the benefits to human civilization are not as great as he imagined.
The reasons became quickly apparent.
It still boiled down to two aspects.
Transportation and Primordial Energy.
Originally, his idea was to import a large workforce from other civilizations to construct Star System Fortresses for human civilization and even serve the development of entire technology and industry.
However, in this future line, he still only had the one ship, the Iwen.
Transportation posed a problem.
Additionally, the actual use of alien species didn’t begin until one hundred and twenty-five years later.
Why did it take so long?
Because it required cultivating a group of humans barely capable of managing these alien species.
Evidently, this lagged behind in terms of Primordial Energy.
"But this idea should be feasible," Shen Shi thought, "Transportation is manageable by trading for more ships, but to accelerate Primordial Energy Technology...it will require some more effort."
Shen Shi turned his attention to some of the shops in the market.
All these shop names included the words "Primordial Energy."
Indeed, these were related shops.
Some were Primordial Energy Equipment, others Primordial Energy Technology and knowledge, yet others were Primordial Energy Training resources, and some were downright whole Primordial Energy department shops, essentially having everything.
As a technology, it ultimately revolves around knowledge and equipment.
For instance, Shen Shi’s Life Evolution Device—so long as one’s talent isn’t poor and technical foundation isn’t lacking, with rigorous pursuit, there is a high likelihood of grooming a Primordial Energy Master within a few hundred years.
This is the resource brought by technology and productivity!
As a field highly regarded by the entire Mude System, related resources are often expensive. What the first future line can provide at most is some training pictures and training devices.
But the second future line should always have better options.
Shen Shi didn’t wander around by himself. He had a premonition that his transaction this time would be a big deal, so naturally, he wanted to find a capable shop.
Hence he directly inquired from Yunxi.
Since the previous transaction, he added Yunxi as a friend. As the representative of the Collector, Yunxi practically possessed very high connections in this market.
In comparison, even though his own employees were also striving in this area, Peggy, after all, had only been in this market for a short time.
"Antique Dealer." Yunxi’s reply was still very respectful, and she directly used the ancient Eastern Country Language, which showed her careful consideration, "The Primordial Energy market is vast; there isn’t a standalone powerhouse, although there are some preferences. If you want to acquire some top-grade gear, I’d recommend the Zhou Clan’s shop."