The shock of the participants did not affect the spaceship's journey.
Soon, they saw the so-called Black Star.
It was an existence in the universe like a black metallic sun. The closer they got, the more they could feel its grandeur and magnificence.
Spaceship after spaceship passed through the entrance of the Black Star, bringing these people inside.
And these people finally witnessed the main base of Ascension Technology.
This was a city located inside an artificial satellite, with the headquarters tower of Ascension Technology standing tall in the center, constantly stimulating their senses.
This was a dreamlike scene they had never seen before, not even the Crystal Palace on Earth's orbit, known as the rich man's paradise for its luxury, could compare to one-thousandth of it.
And this scene was also transmitted back to Earth through the Ascension Network by the various representatives, allowing everyone to see this shocking sight.
It was at this moment that the mystery surrounding Ascension Technology and their true strength was finally unveiled.
Various technologies surpassing human comprehension appeared frequently. Now, the various factions had lost the confidence they had when forming the anti-Ascension Technology alliance.
And the direction of the entire event also shifted from the initial tension of impending war to a more subtle relationship.
At the port, spaceship after spaceship landed. After disembarking, the representatives looked at each other, then, guided by robotic soldiers, headed towards the Ascension Technology main building where the conference room was located.
And Arasaka Yorinobu and Adam Smasher were also among this group, but they seemed to be an exception.
Because almost all factions were represented by a single person, only Arasaka had an extra Adam Smasher.
But considering the relationship between Arasaka and Ascension Technology, everyone naturally didn't find it strange.
Upon arriving at the conference room prepared by Ascension Technology, they found the space was huge, enough to accommodate everyone.
And at the highest point at the front, was Luoqi, sitting on what looked like a giant throne.
At this moment, he was looking down at everyone below, and on the seats below him were the veteran figures of Ascension Technology, such as Lao Wei, Jack, Rebecca, Lucy, and David.
As for the other participants, under Ascension Technology's arrangement, they were quickly seated in the conference room according to the size of their factions.
Arasaka Yorinobu also brought Adam Smasher to a seat closest to Luoqi.
Regardless of whether the people from these factions wanted to attend this so-called conference, whether voluntarily or compelled by Ascension Technology, the personnel were quickly and successfully assembled.
And this conference, which was about to decide the fate of the entire world, officially began.
"Everyone gathered here today are representatives of well-known corporations or governments from all over the world. I believe the forces behind you are constantly monitoring this conference, and I trust the general public is doing the same.
So, let me introduce myself again.
My name is L, a kid who broke out from the streets and into the world, an ambitious person, a madman who attempts to control the entire world.
The purpose of calling you here today is to tell you that from now on, the entire world will be decided by Ascension Technology, and the rules will also be set by Ascension Technology.
And your only choices are to obey or to perish."
Luoqi's wild words instantly caused an uproar, both within the conference and on Earth.
Looking at the angry eyes of the many representatives below, Luoqi didn't care at all, just smiled and said.
"Those who agree, raise your hands."
As soon as these words were spoken, the commotion below did not subside, but rather seemed to be mixed with a bit of mockery.
No one would suddenly choose to obey this newly emerged Ascension Technology.
Which of the factions present hadn't held power and capital for a long time, enjoying the life of the upper class? Asking them to obey another faction and accept its rule was simply a pipe dream.
But amidst the incomprehensible gazes of many, Arasaka Yorinobu, who was at the very front, slowly raised his hand.
"Arasaka Group agrees. From now on, Arasaka Group will unconditionally become a subsidiary of Ascension Technology, and will close over 80% of its business, transferring it all to Ascension Technology for reception."
Arasaka Yorinobu spoke words that shocked everyone.
One must know that Arasaka is one of the largest corporations globally, so the terrifying nature of this decision goes without saying.
In everyone's eyes, Arasaka and Ascension Technology had always been allies, but now it seemed completely wrong. Even the staunchest allies wouldn't give their entire company to the other party.
And those truly shocked by this news were Adam Smasher, who was beside Arasaka Yorinobu, and the numerous Arasaka executives on Earth.
"What is Arasaka Yorinobu doing? He's going to hand over the entire Arasaka Group to Ascension Technology?"
"He's really gone mad!"
The executives cursed furiously. Now they understood why Arasaka Yorinobu had said those things to them before leaving. He probably had already guessed how these company executives would react.
"Arasaka Yorinobu, this doesn't align with our interests. What are you doing? You should retract what you just said."
Adam Smasher looked at Arasaka Yorinobu and said coldly.
Now, thanks to Arasaka Yorinobu's promotion, Adam Smasher had become the head of Arasaka's security department, a truly powerful figure.
He certainly couldn't accept Arasaka Yorinobu destroying the entire Arasaka Group like this.
And at this moment, through Adam Smasher's communication line, a group of Arasaka executives were already instructing Adam Smasher to immediately kill Arasaka Yorinobu.
As long as Adam Smasher dealt with Arasaka Yorinobu and retracted all the decisions he had just made on his behalf, the matter wouldn't be too troublesome to handle.
Although these executives' power was given by Arasaka Yorinobu, having gained power, how could they endure the taste of losing it?
Clearly, they had not followed Arasaka Yorinobu's instructions to execute his every plan.
"The current Arasaka Group is Arasaka Yorinobu's Arasaka. My command is everything. Adam Smasher, you are not qualified to question me." Arasaka Yorinobu didn't even look at Adam Smasher, just said calmly.
Seeing Arasaka Yorinobu like this, Adam Smasher understood that this guy was actually serious.
Since that was the case, Adam Smasher no longer hesitated. Standing right beside Yorinobu, he immediately raised his arm, intending to blast Arasaka Yorinobu into smithereens.
However, just as Adam Smasher's hand lifted slightly, a black shadow flashed past.
Adam Smasher quickly activated his Sandevistan, wanting to react.
But even with the Sandevistan activated, he still couldn't clearly see the figure.
The light and shadow of blades flashed and intersected, then abruptly stopped.
It was then that Adam Smasher saw the true form of the black shadow, a young man in a jacket.
The young man was holding an alloy blade in his hand, a confident smile on his face. It was David.
And along with David's stop came Adam Smasher's neatly severed mechanical limbs.
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