The outer district of Tirien Hive City.
Everywhere were charred craters and collapsed buildings.
The populace searched for usable materials in the ruins.
This war had made them lose too much, their eyes becoming numb.
"The Emperor's Light shines upon each and every one of us."
"He has brought salvation; rejoice, suffering people, His Guide walks among the living."
The roar of a fanatic priest blared from the loudspeakers along the streets.
The populace looked up in surprise, finding servo-skulls holding incense burners and cherubim flying overhead.
The incense smoke behind them swirled into vortices due to the air currents.
Immediately after, a massive missionary airship appeared.
The front of the airship was adorned with a huge golden skull, and prayer banners hung from its sides.
Several priests sang praises to the Emperor in unison, their voices broadcast through the loudspeakers.
Hyderak hoped Alex could make a trip to the outer district.
"Remember the fastest novel site on the entire network: 101kan.com"
To inspire the suffering populace, Alex agreed to this suggestion.
"May the Emperor's Light protect you all."
Standing at the front of the airship, Alex shouted, and cast skills like "Emperor's Light," "Blessing," and "Purification."
Golden light rained down, falling upon the populace, restoring their health and vitality.
"Praise the Emperor."
"Praise the Guide."
Seeing this miraculous scene, many were moved to tears, shouting continuously.
The despair and sorrow in their eyes were swept away, replaced by joy.
The arrival of the Guide let them know that He on the Golden Throne still loved them.
"Congratulations, you have gained experience."
"Level LV10 -> LV11"
"Learned Skill: Knowledge Curse (master knowledge faster and apply it)"
"Learned Skill: Holy Aura (the Emperor's power is constantly manifested on your body, causing continuous damage to hostile Warp creatures)"
"Learned Skill: Brain Burst (can lock onto targets within sight, using powerful psychic energy to make the enemy's head explode)"
Alex was somewhat surprised to see the light screen appear.
He didn't expect to gain experience without killing enemies.
He suppressed the surprise in his heart.
While checking the new skills he had acquired,
He smiled and waved to the populace.
After finishing the work of appeasing the refugees, Alex returned to the inner city of the Hive City and met with the Warmaster.
"Respected Guide."
The Warmaster performed an aquila salute, his face filled with excitement.
This somewhat 007-like spy game experience made him feel particularly interesting.
"You've done an excellent job; now tell me about the intelligence you've gathered," Alex said.
"Alright."
The Warmaster reported his experiences in detail to Alex.
Because of his status as a God Chosen, coupled with the victory in the outer district battle,
His status in the inner city had risen steadily.
He could go anywhere.
And many people actively provided him with intelligence.
Leveraging this advantage, he quickly figured out the matter of the Valanxius Family's ancestor.
And confirmed that the Star God fragment was in the opponent's tomb.
At the same time, he also figured out the approximate scale of the Genestealer.
As well as which local defense regiments had been completely corrupted.
"You've done an excellent job; the Emperor is proud of you."
Alex was not stingy with his praise.
Upon hearing this, the Warmaster immediately became invigorated.
"Make humanity great again, for the glory of the Emperor, it is my honor to share your worries."
"…"
Alex's pupils widened slightly, and he suddenly didn't know how to face this guy.
Compared to himself, these Players were simply beyond loyal.
"Well said, for civilization, for the glory of the Emperor, and for the future."
"Your reward will be personally issued by me after this mission is completed."
Alex maintained a dignified image.
He was thinking about whether he should forge a few Imperial eagle medals.
Such a meritorious deed as obtaining intelligence on the Star God fragment couldn't be rewarded with just contribution points.
The Warmaster became even more excited.
Personally issuing the reward?
Did his favorability increase, achieving a special achievement?
He had to say something to further boost his favorability.
The Warmaster straightened his back, and with a serious face, recited a famous Warhammer quote.
"Sir, I require no reward, for loyalty is my reward."
"To die for the Emperor is the ultimate glory."
Upon hearing this, Alex almost couldn't hold back.
Are you, Twisted person, studying for the Terra Scholastica Imperialis with so many loyalty quotes?
"Very good; the Emperor is pleased with you."
After encouraging the Warmaster, Alex let him continue his work.
In the ruins of the outer district, Purification teams sprayed disinfectant, carrying out sterilization operations.
Immediately after, Ecclesiarchy priests performed rituals to expel residual Warp profanity and corruption.
After the Purification work was completed, huge engineering vehicles then entered the scene.
The crushing engineering vehicles were as large as buildings, equipped with dozens of meters wide shovels, and contained small fusion power cores.
Heavy tracks rumbled forward through the ruins, crushing the debris left by the war.
They swept all debris into their maw, disassembling them into different raw materials, and transporting them to the construction vehicles behind.
Buildings were constructed in front of the Players as if by 3D printing.
Some Players curiously tested the hardness, shooting with laser guns, and found that they only left faint scorch marks.
The solidity of these quickly built structures was enough to withstand heavy artillery bombardment.
"Is the Human Empire's construction technology this powerful?"
"I thought they would build by hand?"
"I really don't understand, it's fine for the Human Empire to be mocked by the Necrons and Eldar, but why are they also mocked by the T'au? Their technology is completely not bad."
Tenjiro, Zigman, and other Players watched in awe as the engineering team rebuilt the outer district at an astonishing speed.
What is a "infrastructure maniac"? This is an infrastructure maniac.
"The Human Empire is probably cheating, right? This construction speed is like playing Warcraft."
Watching another building appear before him, Zigman couldn't help but complain.
"This should be STC technology, used by humans in the Golden Age when colonizing outer space, capable of rapidly building colonies."
Tenjiro analyzed it.
"No wonder they say they can contend with the Aeldari and Necrons. The current Human Empire can still be this awesome by just living off its legacy."
Little Fatty was also full of admiration.
You can say the Human Empire is weak, but you can't say humanity is weak.
"I finally understand why an STC is worth the Human Empire trading several Warbands for it; who knows what good things will come out of it."
Twisted person stroked his chin.
"When can we find a few STCs? The Guide will definitely give a lot of contribution points."
Zigman laughed, "If you find a good STC, like time technology, or a panacea."
"Contribution points are nothing; you'll get whatever you want."
"Even asking the Guide to do Subject Three for you would be no problem."
Twisted person chuckled, "It sounds so cool. I wonder when they'll have plot activities like interstellar exploration."
"…"
Amidst the Players' discussions, the outer district was rebuilt at an astonishing speed.
At Alex's request, the outer district added more water Purification plants and greenhouse farms to ensure food supply.
At the same time, environmental protection equipment was installed in the heavy industrial manufacturing plants that resumed operation to reduce harmful emissions and protect the environment of the Hive City world.
Industrial production must be grasped, but green mountains and clear waters cannot be neglected.
The resettlement of refugees was also steadily progressing.
Young and strong men and women were selected to supplement the army, preparing for the upcoming war.
Others were arranged for corresponding work, producing food and military supplies.
Children were sent to the newly established schools to strengthen their loyalty to the Emperor.
As for those who tried to use psychic powers to cause chaos, they were immediately executed.
Loyal and self-controlled Psyker, after being baptized by the Emperor, were sent into the army.
Those who could not control themselves were fitted with suppressors and strictly guarded, to be used later to maintain the Geller Field.
At the same time, Alex also greatly increased grassroots welfare and subsidies.
He used the army to crack down on gangs trying to grow stronger, maintaining public order.
Under a series of measures and policies, the crime rate on the streets continuously declined, and public order improved significantly.
Factory machines resumed operation, rumbling.
Commercial activities flourished.
Tirien Hive City was revitalized, and order and prosperity gradually returned.
The numb people shook off the pain brought by the war, their hearts filled with hope and anticipation for the future.
After getting Tirien Hive City back on track, Alex began to prepare for the recapture of other Hive City.
"Atoma 65th Regiment, 88th Regiment, 75th Regiment, and other units are the elite of the Human Empire, the Emperor's blades; they will serve as the vanguard for the attack on Rock Hive City along with the God Chosen."
With Alex's current prestige, the entire military conference was his one-man show.
Others only had to obey the combat plans he formulated.
"Colonel Griffin, how about you serve as the vanguard commander?"
Alex looked at an Imperial military officer sitting to his right.
From the intelligence provided by the Warmaster, and information gathered using the skill "Mind Touch."
Alex knew that this guy had been corrupted by the Genestealer a long time ago.
And the few regiments just mentioned were all Genestealer regiments.
Alex planned to deplete them in one go, then find and eliminate their patriarch, completely resolving the hidden danger on this planet.
Colonel Griffin suddenly stood up, his back straight, and saluted Alex.
"Respected Sir, leave the most dangerous place to me; I will never disappoint your expectations."
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