Chen Fei ultimately chose not to use the monk as a means to establish authority, probably thinking that even if he killed them all, both parties would still be clueless. This lousy idea was utterly useless.

The total number of humanoid creatures was thirty-nine, all female, lacking breasts and buttocks, but at least they were considered an intelligent species. Covered in pepper spray, they were enraged and started howling immediately after hearing Chen Fei's voice, even though it was uncertain what they were howling about, it certainly wasn't friendly.

"Prepare the pepper spray!"

Chen Fei looked at the combat mech holding the little spray bottle.

This thing was highly effective with great value, not just a spur-of-the-moment idea. The Blue Star civilization had already been using these small pepper spray bottles for disabling scenarios, and even psychic power users couldn't withstand these cheap little sprays; you could buy a dozen for 1 Star Yuan.

The memory of previous experiences was fresh; when the combat mech raised that tiny device, the scene instantly quieted down.

"Can you speak human language?"

Chen Fei asked again.

The oldest humanoid individual, whose hair had turned white, repeated like a recorder: "Can you speak human language?"

Evidently, communication was impossible; they couldn't even overcome the language barrier.

"Monk, teach it to speak human language!"

Chen Fei pointed at Miyoshi Xuesen, who was watching the spectacle.

"Monk, teach it to speak human language!"

The recorder started working, and the old lady stared at Chen Fei, emitting a voice identical to his, with no difference even in tone or pitch.

Although the language was still incomprehensible, it was speculated that it was learning human language, as imitation is the foundation of learning, and everything starts with the recorder.

Miyoshi Xuesen could only sigh, stepped forward, and commenced on-the-spot teaching, hoping these humanoid beings weren't too dim-witted, so he wouldn't be dealing with a bunch of idiots.

No, to be accurate, it should be just one.

Over thirty clones, with presumably the same IQ level.

"Hello, I am Miyoshi Xuesen, pleased to meet you!" - Original

"Hello, I am Miyoshi Xuesen, pleased to meet you!" - Humanoid Recorder

"No, no, I am Miyoshi Xuesen, you're not Miyoshi Xuesen, you don't have a name, well, I'll give you one, how about Number One?" - Original

"No, no, I am Miyoshi Xuesen, you're not Miyoshi Xuesen, you don't have a name, well, I'll give you one, how about Number One?" - Humanoid Recorder

"..."

"..."

Heseman Brown couldn't bear it anymore and turned his head, laughing exasperatedly.

He hadn't turned back yet when he heard the "ha, ha, ha..." x39 multiple voices, identical in pitch, definitely serious, but inevitably deviated from the intended message.

Though it sounded absurd, both parties strived to express their meaning, even though it wasn't aligned, yet they unwittingly reached a consensus, working hard to establish a channel for communication, the language!

Chen Fei waved his hand, leaving the scene with two guards, temporarily entrusting the monk's safety to those combat mechs. Besides, a squad of ninjas was hidden in the shadows, ready to act at any moment.

These enslaved species lacked special combat gear, the only offensive technique was their spiritual power, but it was completely ineffective against combat mechs. With just a single breath, these humanoid species would collectively fall at the gunpoint.

Across the surface of Emerald Star, Chen Fei only found this one nest—if they were casually wiped out, it would be quite a pity.

These barely indigenous enslaved species might provide some valuable intelligence; their ability to utilize fragments from the "Seed Nest" is evidently not stupid, also serving as the most compelling evidence of their intelligence.

The diplomatic turmoil on Blue Star was brewing, public opinion began shifting negatively towards Chen Fei.

While the society couldn't scrutinize the 'Lord of the Sky,' they definitely could hassle someone like Chen Xiao'er, a lesser figure?

Bullies target the weak and fear the strong; it's an eternally unchanged theme.

Still present on Emerald Star, Chen Fei unfortunately became the target of collective criticism, even though he hadn't engaged in anything truly incensing the public. People seemed to forget the rule that "a commander in the field is not bound by the orders of his sovereign" and focused on mocking and hitting him while he's down—the outcome didn't matter; the key was the participatory sense of keyboard-politics.

Apart from The First Sovereign remaining silent, Blue Star Global Joint Defense Committee finally sent Chen Fei the latest order, requesting him to return to Hablav to clarify the information provided by the "Sagali" civilization envoy — this journey… is likely not promising.

"You must go, otherwise you will lose your standing, and your situation will worsen rapidly, as you currently lack the resources to oppose Blue Star,"

advised President Randon, who successfully assembled a think tank to provide the most fitting recommendation for Chen Fei's current situation, which was almost unanimously agreed upon by the newly joined professionals.

Not going would mean rebellion and claiming kingship, but the resources Chen Fei has at hand are insufficient to maintain nearly a million people for a long period. Even if they scrape by in self-sufficiency, it would be on the basis of civilization standing still.

Within a hundred years at most, the entire independent community would face issues. To achieve sustainable development and no longer rely on Blue Star's resources, it would require at least a billion people to barely support a complete industrial technology tree. Using Blue Star's First Sovereignty as a reference, it would be best to have over five hundred million people, and at least three hundred million involved in industries like industrial technology due to knowledge heritage. Merely relying on the "Life Tree" to spur a population explosion would be futile, resulting in a massive group of illiterate people who could neither advance the civilization nor contribute effectively.

After staying on Emerald Star for another week, Chen Fei reluctantly returned to Blue Star with his entourage.

Due to his delayed return, the supplies being sent to Socotra Island by the Blue Star sovereignties were completely halted, and even the supplies collected by Louis Industrial Company couldn't get through, being blocked directly at distribution points by the sovereignties.

Although there were no more airships frequently taking off and landing in the camp area on the island, the island wasn't desolate.

Many people who lost their homes and fled from war found temporary shelter here. The barracks were ample, equipped with bunk beds, with water, electricity, and food guarantees. With leisure time, one could manage various businesses, chat, play mahjong, exercise, or read. Children could continue attending school or help with farm work outside the camp area, like planting or feeding chickens, ducks, cattle, and sheep in the livestock area; there was always something to be done.

Compared to the chaotic North American Continent and the disquieting signs in Europa, Socotra Island was practically a serene paradise, and the established planting areas would immediately settle anyone who saw it.

Even without further supplies coming in, simply the farmland before them meant one wouldn't have to worry about going hungry. The combat mechs stationed within the camp ensured security and order. Should anyone with malicious intent try to create chaos, they would promptly be dragged out of the camp and shot. Such disruptive elements received no leniency.

Directly departing from Socotra Island, an S-Class Space Ability User activated "Space Transmission," and in the next moment, landed in the heart of Hablav City on the Ocean Continent, the headquarters of the Blue Star Global Joint Defense Committee. The entire city was the headquarters; there were no other separate units.

"'Rookie,' please follow me!"

The person welcoming Chen Fei was an acquaintance from Hablav, Nicole von Sasha.

An A-level Psychic Ability User, she previously handled liaison work for the "Bear Hunting Special Operations Division."

"Where are the others?"

Chen Fei looked around, seeing dozens of soldiers known as "Babylon," distinguished only by the barcode numbers on their bodies, which in some sense made them similar to clones. It was unclear whether they belonged to an enslaved race.

Soldiers were a technique of the Neanderthals, used only within specific limits, and not seen outside Hablav.

The S-Class Space Ability User, monk, and old party member did not follow behind Chen Fei but stood side by side, seemingly aware of something.

The blonde-haired Nicole spoke calmly, "Like you, they all need to undergo examination. However, you can rest assured that we do not intend to use supernatural ability suppressants."

Besides being a Psychic Series Ability User, she was also a Doctor of Psychology. Even without using the Mind Reading Technique, she could approximately deduce the mental activities of the subjects.

However, "Mind Reading" was ineffective on Chen Fei.

"Rest assured!"

Miyoshi Xuesen forced a smile and nodded to the backward-glancing Chen Fei.

To be honest, the monk was somewhat anxious inside. He feared retribution; after all, having done many shady deeds in the shadows, one must pay back; there's nothing to complain about.

But no matter the circumstances, there was always a desire to strive for a favorable outcome, to end well.

Miyoshi was gambling on Chen Fei's importance within the Blue Star Global Joint Defense Committee Headquarters at Hablav. Specifically, how much weight Chen Xiao'er held in the hearts of the Blue Star sovereignties, pondering whether there was still a chance to salvage him or if it was better to dispose of him early to eliminate future threats.

If he gambled right, Chen Fei lives, and so does he.

If he gambled wrong, there was no other way: he would be the fall guy for this young man, accepting his fate!

"Be assured!"

Heseman Brown waved at Chen Fei; being an S-Class Ability User, who could challenge him without Gamada Sovereignty's consent?

Chen Fei glanced at the old party member, who remained immovable, emanating a reassuring presence despite his silence. The reliability of a person wasn't just determined by words but also by actions.

Retracting his gaze, Chen Fei told his contact person at Hablav, "Let's go!"

Whether or not the Emerald Star matter had occurred, the procedure still had to be followed.

He got into a car with Nicole von Sasha. The soldiers did not follow up, and there was no driver in the car. It started on its own and drove through Hablav's streets for about ten minutes, traversing overpasses and tunnels, finally entering a building.

Getting out of the car, they did not ascend but instead headed directly into the underground floors. While the above-ground levels numbered sixty plus, the underground levels exceeded fifty, with numerous security checkpoints along the way, guarded layer by layer by armed mechanical beings. Patterns hinting at magic arrays faintly showed on the walls and floors, hiding numerous mechanisms, indicating this wasn't a place meant for ordinary people.

The blonde girl leading the way seemed to guess Chen Fei's doubts, speaking without turning her head, "This is the heavy criminal prison of Hablav City."