flstandardbreds Chapter 734 - 645: [Union Day] (Part 1)
Chapter 734 - 645: [Union Day] (Part 1)
The movie unfolds.
January 1, Year 633 of the New Era Calendar.
World citizens’ Memorial Square.
The streets were deserted as people threw flowers into the sky, offered applause to the blue sky, sang joyously, and embraced each other in tears, celebrating the arrival of this day.
Three Jiulong battleships: Chiwen, Chafeng, and Yazi, moved forward side by side from the horizon like giant sky fortresses, blocking the sun. Hundreds of small ships flew in a grand procession to clear the airways for the inauguration ceremony. The ’Elegy of Life’ airship circled above the bustling square, promoting the rights of world citizens.
People praised, people sang; this was the pinnacle of humanism reached over a millennium.
Figures in black robes stepped off the spaceship, maintaining the stability of on-site security. The sound of salutes rang one after another as the sky opened like a curtain. Rust stained the giant steel dome, silently telling the tale of those glorious years. The war machines of the past, cannons as large as a city, slowly rotated their bases aimed at the sky, the booming sound like a giant’s heartbeat.
People awaited with bated breath. With a loud boom, the largest salute exploded in the sky, marking the collapse of the old world. It was them, who personally offered salutes for the birth of the new world!
"Today will be the greatest day in history."
"We call it United Day."
A blonde girl stood on the platform, adorned with flowers, holding the World United Charter. The light fell on her face, making it impossible to see her features.
"I solemnly swear that on this great and extraordinary day, I will assume the role of Secretary-General of the World Government’s United Government."
*Thunderous applause*
"Before this, I devoted all my youth to the advancement of pan-human civilization."
"From now on, I shall dedicate all my years and passion, fulfilling my duty as the highest leader of the World United Government with absolute justice, prudence, and conscience, solely in the interests of world citizens, regulating my actions."
The blonde girl’s impassioned and inspirational speech energized the crowd, her commanding presence drawing followers.
Looking around, countless people focused on her figure, eyes filled with fervor and admiration.
It was as if the girl was their Savior, poised to lead their civilization into a Golden Era.
"Before fulfilling my duties, I promise I will not be influenced by anything outside the World Government, steadfastly upholding the brilliance of the United Charter!"
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"Terribly sorry, Ms. Li. The inauguration ceremony is about to begin. Please proceed to the waiting guest room soon. We will ensure your safety throughout the event."
A tall woman with pink hair stepped out of the Land Air Vehicle, wearing high heels, a white coat draped over her shoulders, sunglasses on, her outfit simple and capable. Several security personnel approached, showing her respect.
The woman touched her sunglasses with her fingertips, casting a scrutinizing glance.
Feeling her gaze, the security personnel stood tall, not daring to neglect, for standing before them was the current Patriarch of Life Daylight, responsible for three things that citizens could not escape: birth, death, and Life Daylight.
As a giant company mastering Core Technology in the medical field, the Life Daylight of 633 had grown into a colossal entity, having conquered and cured all diseases. A platinum medical insurance policy could exempt beneficiaries from the burden of disease for life.
The policies stated that if the beneficiary conflicted with Law Enforcers during the insurance period and was injured, Life Daylight had the right to intervene and take the beneficiary away. Only after the treatment cycle ends can the local enforcement department appeal.
Furthermore, during detention, Life Daylight would closely monitor the beneficiary’s psychological state. If deemed unsuitable for continued imprisonment, the sentence would be terminated early.
One could say this woman decides the life and death of the vast majority of people in the world.
"Thank you for your efforts," Patriarch Li smiled.
The pledge reverberated through the square as convoys from various companies paraded around the coastline of the World Memorial Square. Security on both sides solemnly drew long lines of caution. Citizens curiously approached, some standing on tiptoes trying to capture the moment, some bowing their heads to discuss with those beside them.
"The Navigators of this era are all in the convoy, perhaps this is the closest I will get to the Pioneers."
"The World United Charter grants equal rights to citizens, believe that under the brilliance, someday we will stand on equal footing with them!"
"Shh, shh, shh, quieter, they’re looking over." One person urgently tugged their companion’s sleeve.
The young man, indifferent, raised his voice:
"What’s wrong with that, I am a citizen of the World Government, I identify with my status, I am proud of it!"
"They’re really noisy," inside the Land Air Vehicle, the young man slightly frowned, unable to understand today’s clamor.
"Sid."
The chilly female voice startled the young man, prompting him to sit upright immediately.
"What’s up, Sis?"
"Remember what I told you about meeting the Secretary-General later?"
"Of course, I remember." The young man named Sid sighed, "Be humble in attitude, show respect and don’t be carelessly casual."
"Viya, Sis?" Sid looked up to observe the woman’s expression.
"I just don’t understand, is there really a need for such pomp at the inauguration of a Secretary-General?"
"Sid," Viya’s voice turned cold.
Sid immediately straightened up, ceased complaining.
In the eyes of the world, the fall of R’lyeh marked the collapse of Cosmic Heavy Industries, a giant whose downfall triggered a surge of emerging military-industrial enterprises eager to grab a piece of the pie. Post-war, the military-industrial field showed a flourishing attitude.
All military-industrial enterprises secretly competed, sprouting weapons with rapidly advancing parameters in this military race, with new military equipment unveiled periodically.
The Glorious Navigator, a near-star flagship owned by the World Government, was said to be capable of destroying pan-human civilization, its strike range covering 35,406 Nest City worlds. A single volley could level the surface.
As a member of the Starfall Family, Sid was well aware that this flourishing was actually a view of decline. As early as last century, Cosmic Heavy Industries had already reached this level, and now those assets are truly exposed to the public view.
Who could have thought that such a giant company possessing mutual destruction capability would be peacefully disassembled, devoured by the four big families, reduced to today’s plight.
Fortunately, ultimately, it was their Starfall Family that got the biggest slice of the cake.
——The core assets of Cosmic Heavy Industries.
"I really don’t know what more she wants, power, status? As Secretary-General, she is unprecedented, unparalleled now and future! If she grabs Cosmic Heavy Industries as well, wouldn’t the world revolve as she dictates?"
Sid couldn’t sit still, inexplicably jittery, cradling his head and shaking his legs.
"Unless she truly desires world peace?"
Viya shook her head, gazing out the window, lost in thought.
Then, the commotion among the crowd caught her attention.