Ian said without hesitation, "I want the technology."
At this moment, Ian completely understood.
Clearly, the actions of the World Tree and Canaan Moore are gestures of goodwill towards The Empire — through Ian, the Prophet, they will inform The Empire that they are willing to share ecological modification technology (Gaia Plains) and biomechanical modification technology (Eternal Elf). This is one of the returns for Axel’s immediate support to The Sustenance Party.
Even if Ian did not choose this, in the future, Canaan Moore and The Empire would also engage in in-depth cooperation in this aspect... But by then, not only would Ian not obtain the relevant technical information, but he also wouldn’t be able to become the bridge for deep exchanges between the two countries!
During the Spirit Disaster Path, the reason why ’Great Prophet Ian’ had such a good relationship with Canaan Moore, evacuating at the slightest mention, even mobilizing the Fifth Energy Level, was clearly because Ian had already proven his abilities to them.
And during the Spirit Disaster Path, The Empire was also very lenient with the Supreme Spirit Sect, which was absolutely not just because of the Great Prince’s promise, but also the result of the collective tacit approval from the high-level of The Empire, including His Majesty the Emperor himself!
As for the Extinction Star Path... Mech-Dragon technology absolutely couldn’t have been developed in just a few years; Ian of Extinguished Stars definitely freeloaded it!
The target of freeloading is now very obvious.
The development of these two paths went so smoothly with so little turbulence, obviously because Ian, using his identity as a Prophet and pioneer of the technology exchange bridge between the two countries, obtained these privileges — and such privilege, don’t waste it!
(Haha, to think that daytime was spent searching for this place, even a Prophet can occasionally encounter surprises)
With a chuckle in his heart, the corners of Ian’s mouth also curled up. He asked earnestly, "When does the prophecy start?"
The World Tree said, [Do you need me to prepare anything?]
"Now, you make the decision."
Ian was very clear that this was also a test from the World Tree towards him — She wanted to find out the conditions required for Ian’s prophetic predictions, and he didn’t mind at all, because Foresight View had no conditions other than being vague: "You need to connect to your Virtual Realm Database."
With a shift in his gaze, Ian saw a dazzling golden light. This was the power of a standard Fifth Energy Level, and compared to the somewhat mottled golden color now, this indication clearly represented success.
But this couldn’t be stated so directly... It’s like if a doctor cured a patient before the illness manifested, the patient might not only not be grateful to the doctor, but might also ridicule the doctor for only being able to treat minor illnesses, just like prophets.
Pretending that his soul was damaged, his body swayed slightly. In reality, thanks to the Star Soul, Ian received no backlash and took a breath before instructing, "Now, you decide not to connect to the Virtual Realm Database anymore."
This time, Ian saw a golden red... A scarlet mist like blood swirling around the World Tree.
"Not connecting to the Virtual Realm Database will lead to a huge crisis," Ian spoke the truth, and the World Tree could perceive it as well: "This crisis will cause severe damage or even annihilation to you... Even World Tree City would suffer damage."
"It seems it’s because of the Nature God’s reason that you want to find a way to suppress Her. Both the Elves and you will encounter a crisis."
[Conform to crisis deduction]
A calm voice gently said, [How to avoid such a future]
Ian did not answer; he simply continued to instruct, "Connect to the Virtual Realm Database today."
"Tomorrow." [Prepared...] "The day after tomorrow." [Prepared...]
After inquiring for fifteen days straight, Ian pretended to struggle and fell silent — his foresight limit exceeded half a year, but Ian wanted everyone else to think he could only predict crises within fifteen days.
Consistency with how he usually behaves.
Moreover, Ian would leave Canaan Moore half a month later and return to The Empire, just as planned.
"The twelfth day, the opportunity is greatest."
Ian said, and he was not lying, because the twelfth day was indeed the day when he saw the brightest light: "Other times, there are dangers."
[Understood, thank you very much]
The World Tree had no doubts or skepticism — coming to a prophet, who’s going to waste time suspecting the prophet’s deceit? Either believe fully or not at all; ambiguity will only harm oneself: [Next, Yafada Silvergate will present the reward]
[Do you have any other requests?]
"Hmm..." Ian pondered for a while; he actually had no other requests, asking for more benefits would only lower the favorability, even freeloading requires some skill.
However, he still thought for a long time and finally bit his lip and slowly said, "Though it might be a bit abrupt..."
"But can you give me a metal model of your main body, the Anpuka Consolidated Voyage Ship?"
Exhaling, Ian earnestly described, "The kind that’s in its normal flying pose in the cosmos, not the current pose of being planted on the ground? If possible, you could also make it into parts and let me assemble it myself—"
A battleship enthusiast ultimately couldn’t refuse his passion.
[...] The World Tree was stunned. She saw that Ian’s face even turned a bit red.
[Haha] The ancient voyage ship’s intelligence laughed; its voice was no longer calm but had more warmth, understanding Ian’s thoughts and feeling a bit ’delighted’: [Alright, I will strictly adhere to the scale and show it to you with the best details, this might take a few days, please be patient]
[Thank you for your love for my main body]
When Ian returned to his senses, he was already back in the laboratory.
Frozen Fish, Gansong, and Master Gravie were all gathered in front of him, looking curiously at the youngster.
"Very good." In response, Ian showed a genuine smile: "A very satisfactory harvest. Finally, I finally got it!"
The Fae and the old man couldn’t understand Ian’s meaning — was he saying the reward from Canaan Moore was very generous? But if it were Ian, no matter how generous the reward, it wouldn’t make him this relaxed, this happy... At most, he would show a confident smile!
Only a few days later, when they collaborated with Yisen Gard and Anfa, would they understand the meaning of Ian’s smile — but that is a story for another time. Thɪs chapter is updatᴇd by novel_fіre.net
People, after all, need a bit of a hobby.
Whether it be Echo, the Fae, or Humans, it’s always like that.