Chapter 1329 - Interception (2/2)
At this moment, another Tree King sitting by the side laughed and slowly said, “It seems like this unknown civilization isn’t simple. They either have a special anti-surveillance method similar to the information state alert network, or they built an outpost outside their territory… It’s also possible that the refugees discovered by the exploration team were just a trap.”
There were five thrones in the hall, each corresponding to one of the five tree kings. At this moment, three of the thrones were empty, and only two tree kings had appeared. One of them was the Subduing Tree King, and the one who spoke was the Heart Tree King, Minacho, a pinnacle Beyond Grade A Psychic. After Han Xiao caused a huge ruckus, the World Tree Civilization entered a state of alert, and the Heart Tree King woke up from his deep sleep. Two of the tree kings were on standby, and the other three were also observing the current situation.
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At this moment, there were still a few executives waiting in the hall. Hearing this, one of them asked, “Trap? Are you saying that the coordinates obtained by the exploration team are problematic?”
The Heart Tree King did not comment directly, instead casually replying, “The coordinates and intelligence provided by this group of refugees might have been specially forged by an unknown civilization. Their goal might be to lure the enemy in and lead outsiders into the trap they have prepared… After all, the universe is so big; we’re not the only hunters.”
The executives’ expressions became more solemn.
The exploration team had only just discovered the coordinates when they were wiped out. They had no choice but to be wary of this unknown civilization.
In the process of conquering the universe, it was not as if they had never met a tough opponent. They had seen civilizations that were also focused on invasion, and they had always been on guard against such existences.
This time, Tedrian exclaimed and said, “That’s not right. If this is a trap to lure the enemy, there’s no need for this unknown civilization to attack the exploration team. This will only alarm others. They should be showing their weaknesses instead.”
The Heart Tree King smiled and nodded. “That’s right, so the possibility of it being a trap isn’t high. This unknown civilization probably doesn’t wish to come into contact with outsiders and is afraid of being exposed. However, their actions have also exposed some things… After the unknown civilization discovered the exploration team, they immediately attacked without any intention of capturing them alive. Isn’t this suspicious?”
Hearing this, the eyes of many executives flickered.
“Logically speaking, if a civilization discovers an exploration team of unknown origin, there’s a high chance that they will capture them alive and try to obtain intelligence…”
The Heart Tree King nodded and slowly said, “That’s right, but this unknown civilization did not do so. Maybe it’s because they’re cautious, but it’s more likely that they have intelligence on us and know that the World Tree has a mental network link, so they don’t dare show their faces, afraid of being observed… Think about it, if they didn’t know about our mental network, what are the chances of them destroying a foreign exploration team so carelessly?”
Tedrian was shocked. “So what you’re saying is that this unknown civilization might be the hometown of the outsider who stole a lot of our secrets?”
Everyone’s expression changed.
The psychological trauma that Han Xiao had left on them was not small, and it was still fresh in their minds. Just the mention of him made many World Tree members feel pressured.
“All of this is just speculation. As for what exactly happened, we’ll have to verify it first.” The Heart Tree King waved his hand and calmly said, “The next step is to locate the coordinates that this exploration team has recently passed by and reopen the wormhole tunnel. We’ll send advance troops there, continue the exploration, and advance toward the navigation coordinates… Whether it’s a trap or not, this is the only clue we have at the moment. We have to investigate it thoroughly.”
“That was also my intention.” The Subduing Tree King nodded.
The executives bowed in unison. “Understood. We will assemble the fleet now.”
Somewhere in the Central Galaxy, a few enormous stargate devices were placed in the middle of the galaxy. At this time, the channel was not opened, so it only existed as a gigantic circular mechanical device.
In front of these stargate devices, there was a fleet that stretched endlessly. The armies of the Federation of Light, the Crimson Dynasty, and the Arcane Church had been waiting there for a long time.
These stargates were a set with the stargate terminals that Han Xiao had taken away. As long as Han Xiao completed the terminal connection, the two sides would be able to build an express channel.
After learning of the World Tree’s existence, the three Universal Civilizations had been secretly gathering troops. Currently, most of the armies were on standby, ready to move out at any time.
While Han Xiao was dealing with the exploration team, the three Universal Civilizations efficiently gathered their troops and waited to set off.
“With Black Star’s efficiency, it should be soon.”
In the main flagship of the Federation of Light, the commander-in-chief, Simon, was playing with an antique replica pocket watch, looking down at the time from time to time. The surrounding crew members all had solemn expressions on their faces, and the atmosphere was stifling.
At this time, the few stargates outside the window activated one after another, and a dark blue space vortex appeared within the ring device. Starlight sparkled, and it led to the exit on the other side. Seeing this, Simon closed his watch and placed it into his pocket.
“All troops, move out!”