The Seventh Base

Capítulo 1188: Chapter 233: Super Base Project

Mystic God Temple.

When Xu Mo returned, he immediately sought out the Hall Master.

Osman O’Brien’s invitation this time seemed to be just a casual chat, with no demands or objectives mentioned, but somehow, the relationship seemed to have grown closer.

Previously, Osman O’Brien was a towering figure to Xu Mo, the leader of the republic, whose presence carried an immense sense of oppression.

This time, however, Osman O’Brien seemed to fall from his pedestal, revealing himself to be a legendary figure indeed, but also a flesh-and-blood human with lofty ideals for which he tirelessly strived.

It seemed as though his authority had diminished, but in reality, the distance had lessened.

No matter how great Osman O’Brien was, to Vera O’Brien, he was still just her father.

This made Xu Mo reflect on how this leader of the O’Brien Republic, besides possessing unparalleled abilities, also had a remarkably strong charisma.

If he hadn’t killed Heath O’Brien, perhaps he could have been closer to Osman O’Brien, like a senior elder.

But due to that incident, there would always be lingering distrust, an eternal sense of vigilance.

No matter how much Osman O’Brien appreciated him, if he knew his own son died at Xu Mo’s hands, he would never let it slide.

From this perspective, Xu Mo and Osman O’Brien were destined to part ways.

“Did the Leader see you?” The Hall Master of the Capital Star Ao Temple, Field, asked Xu Mo.

“Yes.” Xu Mo nodded.

“What did you talk about?” Field asked.

He had publicly announced Xu Mo as the heir of the Mystic God Temple, and Osman O’Brien summoning Xu Mo was quite normal.

It was no secret that Osman O’Brien always wanted the Mystic God Temple; the higher-ups of the Temple were well aware of this.

“Nothing much. Osman just casually shared some of his views on the war and didn’t make any requests,” Xu Mo replied.

“I see,” Field nodded. “Osman is no ordinary person, and naturally, wouldn’t act in a petty manner. The Mystic God Temple initially took root in the O’Brien Republic substantially due to Osman. However, as time passed and the cosmic situation changed, Osman developed certain notions, which is only human. Xu Mo, what do you think of this?”

Although not explicitly stated, Field knew Xu Mo could understand his words.

“Maintaining the independence of the Mystic God Temple is crucial. If necessary in the future, perhaps we can cooperate with the O’Brien Republic. But losing independence introduces uncertainty. In times of war, anything can happen, and the cultivators of the Mystic God Temple could become cannon fodder,” Xu Mo replied.

“It’s good that you understand,” Field said. “In fact, over the years, the Mystic God Temple and the O’Brien Republic have maintained a cooperative relationship, albeit implicitly. The Republic provides many resources to the Temple, while we train their talents and send them back. This cooperation has always been strong, which is why our relationship with the Republic is so close.”

“By maintaining independence, the Mystic God Temple retains absolute autonomy. We can choose to cooperate selectively. However, if we become a subordinate entity to the Republic, the nature of things changes. We could end up like the Republic’s army, sent to the battlefield, where the situation becomes uncontrollable.”

“Additionally, our control over cultivators isn’t strict, especially for non-true disciples. The Mystic God Temple doesn’t impose much, even for true disciples, who enjoy relative freedom. We believe each person is an independent entity with autonomy. Non-true disciples only enjoy a small portion of our resources, so the Temple imposes no restrictions.”

“What the Temple truly holds bound are those of us who have become complete members of the temple through our own volition. We’ve integrated with it. Even us, the Hall Masters and elders, lack the authority to decide the fate of the Temple’s cultivators. One day, even if you inherit the Mystic God Temple, it won’t mean you can do whatever you wish. Respecting every individual remains, with large Temple Masters also exerting some constraints on you.”

“The Mystic God Temple is neither a nation nor a religion, but a place for cultivation.”

Field spoke earnestly, emphasizing the importance and reminding Xu Mo of some critical matters.

Simply inheriting the Mystic God Temple does not allow you to command everyone within it to do anything.

“I understand,” Xu Mo said with a nod.

“As long as you’re clear. The Mystic God Temple doesn’t oppose your interactions with anyone, nor does it care about the nature of your relationship with Osman, but you must exercise caution. Your role now is different from before,” Field continued.

“Understood,” Xu Mo responded.

Field looked at Xu Mo and said, “According to the latest information, the war between the Kales Empire and the Republic is becoming increasingly intense. Warships are constantly crossing borders into various star domains of the Republic. It’s likely a larger-scale war will soon erupt, even an invasion of the ten major star systems.”

“No one knows how the war will unfold, but with constant cosmic friction, the next era of turmoil seems near. You must intensify your cultivation. If the era of turmoil arrives, no one will remain unscathed.”

“Okay.” Xu Mo nodded.

“Go on.” Field did not continue to speak, and Xu Mo took his leave before departing from here.

In the ensuing time, Xu Mo once again entered an immersive cultivation state, where apart from intense practice, he engaged in real combat.

Vera O’Brien, undeterred by repeated defeats, grew more courageous with each setback. Her losses did not discourage her but instead excited her. The belligerent genes of her father, Osman O’Brien, coursed through her veins.

Of course, her battles with Xu Mo also consistently pushed her to improve her strength.

……

A year had passed since Xu Mo returned to the Mystic God Temple.

During this year, the war between the O’Brian Republic and the Kales Empire continued to intensify.

Currently, the Kales Empire has launched a large-scale offensive against the O’Brian Republic, with warships invading the nine provinces.

In the vastness of the universe, interstellar warfare could not form an absolute defense ring as the universe was too large; defense could only be achieved via joint defense within a star domain.

A planet in the Chloe Star Province had already suffered the attacks of war, chaos reigning everywhere.

In space outside this planet, there were two fleets; one was the Kales Empire Fleet, with over a dozen warships, surrounded by another fleet. After a brief skirmish and losing two warships, this small Kales Empire fleet chose to surrender.

The fleet encircling them bore the skull emblem, a force that had risen in recent years within this star domain, known as the Skull Army.

Over time, the Skull Army gradually gained some reputation in the Chloe Province.

This army was elusive and active throughout the universe.

Some say the Skull Army are interstellar thieves, while others claim they are a ‘righteous force,’ never invading planets or causing destruction, instead targeting interstellar thieves and Kales Empire warships attacking planets.

The main ship of the Skull Army is the ‘Chiyou.’

At this moment, in the control room of the main ship, Gaia and the avatar stood together, observing the scene outside.

“This battle captured thirteen warships,” the avatar stated.

Over the past few years, development here never ceased. Since initially dispersing, they have remained active on various planets. War plunged the Chloe Star Province into chaos, yet this chaos provided them an opportunity.

Currently, the military forces in the Chloe Province mainly needed to deal with the Kales Empire’s army, leaving them unaddressed.

Taking advantage of this opportunity, they expanded wildly across various planets and resumed their old trade in the universe, being ‘interstellar thieves.’

Of course, their thievery followed a code, only stealing from thieves and invading Kales Empire forces.

“The Kales Empire’s large-scale warships have already entered the Chloe Province’s space. It’s best to cease looting as much as possible in the future; encountering a large fleet would be extremely dangerous,” Gaia said.

“Hmm.” The avatar nodded, “Sir, how long will it take for the base to achieve technological explosion?”

After Gaia met with him, they first returned to the base and handed over a crucial material to Qiu Yuan, which contained the Empire’s research data, compiled over many years.

Without an accident, a technological revolution would occur on Byron Star.

“Specific timing is unpredictable,” Gaia responded, “The plundering plan here is temporarily halted; we need to visit the Emperor River.”

“Go to the Emperor River?” Xu Mo asked.

“Back when His Majesty the Emperor was still around, we proposed a ‘Super Base’ plan, creating a super base, equipping an entire planet with super propulsion, controlling its orbit, and even turning it into a freely moving planet,” Gaia explained. “The ultimate goal of this plan was to make this planet into a free-moving superweapon, an enormous starship, allowing it to travel freely through the universe and explore unknown cosmos.”

“This plan was highly confidential at the time and had already been initiated with a large team dispatched, comprising the Empire’s top experts. But with His Majesty the Emperor’s incident, the plan ended; subsequently, the Empire collapsed into chaos.”

“However, some of that team still survives.”

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