An Emanator of The Propagation?
Is he dreaming?
The moment Oliver heard the name The Propagation, he felt disgusted.
She actually wants to resurrect an Emanator of The Propagation.
He knew Ruan Mei considered the Aeons' Emanators to be Mysteriousness, hoping to study exactly how Emanators were closer to the Aeons than ordinary life forms, thereby achieving her goal of studying the essence of life.
Thus, she chose the more primitive and purer Emanator of The Propagation—Skaracabas.
She wanted to create a replica for research.
The current experiment on resurrecting the Ancient Beast was a preliminary step toward replicating the Swarm King.
"I advise you not to touch The Propagation; you cannot bear the consequences."
Oliver stared into Ruan Mei's eyes and stated solemnly: "I can play along with you resurrecting other life forms, but not The Propagation."
The aeon of the abundance, Tayzzyronth, personally propagated Skaracabas, a powerful existence that ascended from the Swarm to become an Emanator of the aeon of the abundance, and was one of the most terrifying entities during the Swarm Disaster.
It could condense death rays capable of splitting celestial bodies using its mouthparts, turning broken clusters of stars into nurseries for its offspring.
If you didn't kill it instantly, it would summon a localized plague of locusts in minutes.
Oliver definitely didn't want to encounter such a troublesome situation.
As long as there was even a tiny remnant, resurrecting an Emanator of The Propagation would only take a matter of minutes for Oliver's Bandage.
Even the aeon of the abundance...
Thinking of this, Oliver suddenly recalled the plot where a blonde person carried The Propagation's remnants around and was connected to Ruan Mei.
If she asks me to resurrect an Emanator of The Propagation now, will she ask me to resurrect the aeon of the abundance later?
This is something he absolutely cannot do; it would draw more hatred than being one of the Abominations of Abundance.
"Don't worry, my dear, I was just joking."
Ruan Mei watched Oliver's eyes with a half-smile.
She looked as if she were admiring a rare treasure.
Oliver felt he absolutely had to guide Ruan Mei back to the right path and reduce her contact with The Propagation.
Listen to that—she's already calling him "my dear."
It was clear Ruan Mei was genuinely interested in him.
"What are you two whispering about over there? Get this thing out of here quickly! Don't ruin my laboratory!"
Herta shouted at the two people engaged in intimate conversation.
It was only because the Ancient Beast was docile and cautious, standing still in place, otherwise the result would either be the laboratory's destruction or it being drenched in the Ancient Beast's blood.
Ruan Mei immediately acted, sealing the ten-meter-tall Ancient Beast inside a crystal container.
"This truly is a great experiment. Question: Mr. Oliver, what is the principle behind your Bandage? I hope to discuss this matter with you."
Screwllum asked.
Oliver replied: "It's classified. I will tell you when we become friends who hold no secrets from each other."
Screwllum did not press further; instead, he nodded slightly and politely said: "That is perfectly reasonable. Conclusion: I would be delighted to become a friend with whom you hold no secrets."
Seeing his eyes practically sparking, Oliver quickly gave a perfunctory nod.
These geniuses really have unique personalities.
Now, not only Herta, but also Screwllum and Ruan Mei had connections with him.
With the backing of three geniuses from the Genius Society, he wouldn't have to worry about being ganged up on.
You should know.
Back then, the Interstellar Peace Corporation wanted to annihilate all Automatons life.
It was Screwllum joining the Genius Society, becoming a deterrent, that made the Corporation choose to show goodwill.
Impressive, right?
My friend.
"You're the first person to become friends with three geniuses all at once. Next time, I might as well introduce you to Stephen too."
Herta couldn't help but tease Oliver, seeing him being praised by Screwllum and Ruan Mei.
"I wouldn't bother getting to know a genius who isn't as beautiful as you."
Oliver joked.
Herta laughed, "Heh, seeing as you're so good with words, this time I'll set you up with a super firewall, one that's comparable to the Corporation headquarters."
Since the praise put her in a good mood, she asked Screwllum to help with the network defense project.
Ruan Mei, a genius in the field of biology, was slightly less adept in this area and did not participate.
She sat opposite Oliver, indirectly trying to persuade him to leave with her and become her research partner.
"If you're interested, you can come see my laboratory. I created a strange creature that can do backflips."
"Alright, I'll go take a look when I have time."
Oliver hadn't expected this cold beauty, who never socialized, to actively invite him home at this moment.
The two of them chatted like this all night.
It wasn't until the next day that Herta, with Screwllum's help, completed the latest network defense program.
"I put a lot of effort into this one; you better remember that well."
Herta handed a chip to Oliver.
Oliver: "Does that mean you gave me a half-hearted effort last time?"
Herta: "Oh dear, I'm hungry and my ears are ringing, I can't hear you."
She feigned ignorance, turning her back and muttering to herself: "Why haven't the Stellaron Hunters arrived yet? Are they scared? Even some Mysteriousness expert is afraid of being ganged up on."
Oliver secretly grumbled: I'm sorry, but the Mysteriousness expert has already integrated into your authoritative organization.
Just then, Screwllum walked over. "Oliver, I wish to visit your homeland. I wonder if this would cause you any trouble?"
"What trouble could that cause? Go if you want to go, I am most hospitable."
Oliver laughed heartily.
Ruan Mei, who was eating pastries nearby, heard their conversation and also spoke softly: "If you don't mind, please allow me to accompany you."
"Go, of course you should go! I brought you here specifically to deal with the mysterious hacker."
Herta stood with her hands on her hips, looking as if she wouldn't rest until she got her revenge.
Oliver, however, didn't object.
It would be great to have three geniuses spread some knowledge to the natives.
At the same time.
Jarilo-VI wilderness.
A spaceship was parked in an open clearing.
A group of soldiers in alloy armor lined up and disembarked.
Then, a beautiful, busty woman wearing a hat appeared (as pictured).
She gazed at the distant city and sighed, "Only one city on the entire planet. It seems the Stellaron has had a huge impact on Jarilo-VI."
There was also an unfamiliar planet nearby, with a more advanced technological civilization, yet it wasn't part of the Company's economic system.
"Not bad. On this trip, let's bring that neighboring planet into the Company's system as well."
Compared to Jarilo-VI, Jade was more eager to secure the performance of the neighboring planet.
"Lady Jade, shall we begin the surface seismic detection?"
A thin employee with a strange-looking machine came to ask.
"Start."
After Jade gave the order, someone brought over a sofa.
She sat on the sofa, admiring the surrounding scenery.
"A planet almost destroyed by the Stellaron now looks full of life."
"Who exactly saved this dying civilization?"
"This place is dirt poor, with backward civilization. The investment for support is high, and the returns are low. If there isn't a capable ruler, direct annexation is more efficient."