Chapter 1125: "Broken Moon" and "Natural Disaster"
"Now, she had returned to her original position because she controlled the Chaos Lock.
"What's worse for me is that she's gotten stronger.
"Isabelle's return meant that the internal political system of the Seven Saint Alliance, which had not been harmonious before, would quickly stabilize.
"The Alliance's rule over the Aindor Continent would also be more stable.
"At least in the short term.
"The allies that we have paid a huge price to buy over will most likely become fence-sitters.
"Therefore, the next step was to make a decision regarding Aindor.
"We must be extremely cautious."
Advisor No. 1 concluded solemnly.
The atmosphere in the conference room became even worse.
In the corner.
Melinda's heart pounded.
She had never expected to hear such a report!
The Alliance of Seven Saints had actually caused such heavy damage to the Storluk Industries?!
This completely overturned her understanding!
She did not have time to think too much.
The general asked,
"Is there any worse news?"
Advisor No. 1 nodded.
"Yes.
" I don't know if it's a coincidence or a deliberate design by the mages of the Seven Saint Alliance, but when the Blood Moon destroyed the Squid Fleet in the undercurrent of the astral world, it produced a strong explosion shockwave. Part of the shockwave happened to affect the plane gap between the Abyss and Aindor.
" In the dimensional rift, a large number of gods and demons who were originally responsible for guarding it suffered a devastating blow.
" After that, we observed that the Holy Mage Link, who was originally guarding the Eternal Barrier, disappeared into that plane gap.
" Although there is no more direct evidence, Link should have gone to seize the 'puzzle lock' inside.
" Considering Isabelle's previous experience in refining the Chaos Lock, it's not impossible for Link to successfully refine the Intelligence Lock. In addition, the first of the three Mystery Locks, the Civilization Lock, was stolen some time ago.
"By the way, the thief was suspected to be someone from within the Heavenly Palace, and those incompetent gods had yet to find the thief.
"All in all.
"The three mysteries were solved one after another.
"The suppression of the Heavenly Palace on the native civilization of Aindor had completely disappeared.
"According to our experience with the development of civilization.
"In the following period of time, there might be a civilization explosion in the mainland of Aindor.
"Technology, magic, physique, system... The various native races of Aindor could advance by leaps and bounds in various fields.
"The rapid progress here is not the normal evolution of civilization.
"It is very likely that it would increase exponentially.
"Combined with the upcoming Days of Heavenly Changes.
"This kind of growth might be raised to an unbelievable level.
"This made the land of Aindor even more precious.
"And those who control Aindor... will be those who will be able to survive the upcoming apocalypse more smoothly…"
Hearing this.
The general suddenly interrupted Staff Officer One.
"Let's not talk about Aindor for now.
"Let's talk about ourselves."
Staff Officer No. 1 paused for a moment, took out another document from his stomach pocket, and scanned through it. Then, he slowly said,
" The planet of Storluk is currently facing a lot of problems.
" First, there is a shortage of energy. Due to excessive defence, we have lost a large number of sources of death. It won't affect us in the short term, but it will affect our long-term plans.
" Secondly, we predict that the great explosion at the Greathorns Reef will have subsequent effects. It may be the aftershock of the explosion, the frequent changes in the undercurrents of the astral world, and a very small probability of a dimensional storm…
"This is nothing to the prime material plane with its thick barriers, but to the planet of Storluk, which is located in the outer space of the prime material plane, it will undoubtedly be a test.
" In particular, we're actually facing a dilemma regarding whether or not to close the protective shield in advance.
"On the one hand, the protective shield has been activated, and the energy that should be consumed has been consumed. Compared to activating it, the energy cost of maintaining it is extremely low. However, if the protective shield is not removed, it will affect our interactions with other organizations in the astral world.
"On the other hand, if we remove the protective shield now, then if the Seven Saint Alliance has a backup plan, our situation will be very passive. After all, everyone knows that there is still half a moon hanging in the sky above Aindor."
The general shook his head.
"There's no need to worry that the Seven Saint Alliance will throw the remaining half of the moon at us.
" I observed that the energy that destroyed the Greathorns Reef was enough to completely destroy Storluk. But why didn't they do so?"
Advisor No. 1 reacted quickly.
" You mean they have concerns about Planet Storluk?"
The general nodded.
"They have some concerns, but I don't know the extent.
" In any case, Storluk is an existence close to the main material world. If an explosion on the scale of the Greathorns Reef occurs, the main material world will definitely be affected by gravity, and an unstoppable disaster will erupt. It might even accelerate the arrival of the Days of Heavenly Change.
" After considering other factors, they made the decision to attack the Greathorns Reef and intimidate the planet of Storluk."
Advisor No. 1 nodded.
"This is very reasonable."
The general said calmly,
" Although it's reasonable, we can't take the risk.
" In the next month, do not close the protective shield. Try to reduce communication with the astral plane.
" I will suggest that the Frost King adjust his strategy towards Aindor. In the next few years, it would be best for us to consolidate our industries on Planet Storluk and put our extra energy into the Purgatory and Abyss. In short, we should try to keep our distance from the Prime Material Plane and not touch the sensitive nerves of the mages."