Shen Shi’s words seemed to mark the conclusion of the meeting, but before everyone could recover from the shock, he continued:
"These are confidential pieces of information. Once you return, handle them with care. Concerning further detailed project specifics, they are even more classified. I will only disclose certain parts when absolutely necessary to avoid leaks to the enemy. Do not assume this won’t happen. Remember, from this moment, abandon any past fantasies about Aliens. All intelligent life shares commonalities and differences. Aliens are neither superior nor inferior to humans in intelligence. This is a war betting the future of two species. There is no compromise; both sides will do everything possible to seize victory! In Interstellar War, you can never know what kind of trump cards the enemy holds!"
Even if we don’t have stronger trump cards capable of turning the tide, we can’t rule out acquiring them from other civilizations, or even, like humanity in the future, discovering a Relic isn’t entirely impossible.
Shen Shi’s last sentence carried a heavier tone, imbued with a strange power that sent a shiver through everyone.
The atmosphere of war began to envelop them.
Indeed, this is a war betting the future of humanity! If we fail, human history and future may both turn to nothing.
They no longer voiced their opinions as before, just solemnly nodded, feeling a heavier determination.
"I have two thousand Space Elevators here, which will be distributed to you for establishing Space Bases in designated locations. I’ve already placed orders for the related equipment, which will be delivered to me in succession. The projects you can take over will be handed to you. Additionally, for the public narrative, your technical support, and patent distribution, I will let Wen Hezhi represent me. You can create the scene of prosperity on the horizon, just don’t forget the crisis. As for the construction of Planet Fortresses, military training, and preparations, I’ll involve my warship steward. I’ll maintain a high level of attention and involvement in this area myself..."
After assigning some later tasks, Shen Shi instructed further, and everyone listened carefully.
No one interrupted or voiced any opinions.
After experiencing the meeting today, they understood more clearly that in this war, they must and can only rely heavily on Shen Shi.
At least, until Shen Shi’s "Interstellar War Training" is complete, no one on Blue Star is qualified to offer opinions.
They also realized that perhaps this is one of the important reasons why they came to have a meeting in space. This meeting was nearly a pre-war summary meeting concerning the life and death of all humanity. Every discussed issue and associated information are absolutely confidential to all of humanity.
Many gazes turned towards Trish.
Indeed, perhaps she is the only one here not realizing the importance and confidentiality of these topics.
Curtis was filled with bitterness and regret.
From start to finish, Shen Shi had not even glanced at his sister. The so-called beauty trap was a joke, and worse, Nia might have to bear the consequences.
He resolved immediately that upon returning, he would confine Trish—after all, to some people, she was the best breakthrough point to know the contents of this meeting.
"This meeting is temporarily adjourned. You may return." Shen Shi did not give them much chance to speak at the end, just waved his hand. In the next moment, everyone felt themselves slowly descending.
They saw Shen Shi’s back as he flew towards a certain place in space.
No one knew what Shen Shi intended to do next, nor did anyone ask.
Everyone was recalling and digesting the content of today’s meeting.
The dangers of Interstellar Travel, the crisis brought by enemy reconnaissance squads, the importance of detectors, and the grandeur of the entire Planet Fortress project!
Any of these, if made public, could create a massive uproar.
It might even be necessary to form specialized teams for detailed analysis!
And the subsequent related construction actions are even more critical!
They must be quick and efficient!
Some whose mental fortitude wasn’t particularly strong could even feel a suffocating sense of urgency!
"Everyone," it was once again Tao De who spoke first, "Let’s use the time after our return to discuss a unified external statement."
"Indeed, not a single bit of this meeting’s content can be leaked!" Villard added heavily, eyes unabashedly fixed on Trish, "This is a battle for the survival of all humanity, we must be vigilant against the presence of the appeasers!"
Trish, at this moment, showed none of her usual elegance and beauty seen in front of the camera.
Her face was exceptionally pale, and her body trembling slightly.
She too realized she should not have been here.
She had met him several times before, originally having some good feelings toward this charming smile of an uncle, but now his gaze seemed to want to kill her!
Finally, it was Curtis who spoke up: "Appeasers, human traitors, estimated to be not lacking in every power faction. Honestly, hasn’t your Western Alliance’s ’alien enthusiasts’ long called out for Aliens to take them away?"
Although Curtis had many psychological issues, most stemmed from the enormous pressure on him.
It did not mean he lacked the ability to counter; otherwise, he would not have such high praise domestically.
As soon as he spoke, he directly hit the crux.
Recently, due to the appearance of Star Sea, the whole human society was boiling, but those alien enthusiasts were among the most jubilant and excited.
Those who love Aliens and those who fear Aliens were in chaos, with a tendency to pull more and more people into the fray.
But Villard, with his thick skin, did not show the slightest change in his expression, merely said calmly, "It’s merely temporary excitement. Moreover, how much impact can these people have? Unless absolutely necessary, they won’t even know of the invaders’ existence."
"But can you guarantee that the influential will not be affected?" Curtis’s retort remained sharp.
"Alright, now is not the time for this discussion." As Villard wanted to say something more, Tao De interrupted him, "Our immediate priority is to deliver an external statement. After this, we need to consolidate resources to fully construct Space Cities!"
Tao De’s words were absolutely correct at the moment.
But Villard still said:
"I think we need to establish a high-authority global joint regulatory agency, not only against anti-human crimes but also for the high-tech crimes that will inevitably arise in the future!"
He emphasized the word "inevitably."
Technology can enhance individual destructive power, a point long proven in modern society.
However, if such an institution were really established, the interests involved would equally require substantial balancing and confrontation, which obviously wouldn’t be simple.
Wen Hezhi, looking at the silent crowd again, finally understood a little of his boss’s intention.
It’s just that the boss has little interest in such a battle of interests, which is why he sent him to be responsible for the distribution of these technologies.
What he must do is maintain stability, ensure Star Sea’s interests, and throw the remaining benefits out, allowing them to decide for themselves.
Having grasped the situation, he secretly sighed with relief.
After realizing the danger of Interstellar Travel, Wen Hezhi better understood how precious the boss’s promise of a "ticket" was—even if he had the potential the boss mentioned, his family certainly didn’t.