Just one sentence, and he trusted him?
Emrys was also shocked by the representative's decisive and unwavering tone.
Actually, it wasn't just the United States, the British Imperium, and Gaul who were shocked.
Representatives, including the United States, stared dumbfounded at the elegant gothic representative, as if they had seen a ghost.
No, where is your politician's rigor?
Why is it true just because he says so!
Emrys also couldn't understand. Although it was his own people, he didn't seem to have revealed any flaws, right?
"Is there a problem?"
The gothic representative smiled, his tone gentle.
"Mr. Fourth Wallfacer, based on the principles of the Imperium Planetary Defense Council, and without violating the Wallfacer Project, I can answer your questions."
"...Why?"
Emrys hesitated for a few seconds, but still asked. He had already prepared himself the moment he stepped into the Imperium Council Hall.
What preparation?
It was simple: the preparation to be an enemy of all humanity.
After all, the 'plot' of the Trisolaran world had already completely collapsed from the moment he entered here and replaced Luo Ji. It would not be an exaggeration to say 'the whole world is his enemy'.
The result was not far from what he had imagined.
Except for — this inexplicable trust from 'his own people', which both warmed him and made him somewhat wary.
"I know what you are worried about."
The gothic representative was indeed worthy of being chosen as the acting spokesperson for the Council. His mind was incredibly sharp, and he saw through Emrys' worries at a glance.
He cleared his throat, then straightened his back.
Like a towering peak, a silent aura, like a tsunami, enveloped the Council Hall. A gentle gaze flowed in his eyes as he quietly watched Emrys, who was trapped in a cage, and then he spoke.
"I think, if there is one sentence that can dispel your doubts, it should be —"
He gazed at Emrys and slowly said.
"We do not know where you came from; nor do we know what happened to you; nor do we know what hardships you have endured. But — welcome home, you wandering child."
Welcome — home?
This simple sentence seemed to transform into the sharpest blade, piercing Emrys' heart.
His eyes were filled with complex emotions.
It was like a mother's longing, entwined in Emrys' heart. The myriad words surging within him, even the most solid mental defenses, could not withstand the power of this one sentence!
A wandering game, when can he return home?
Yes, home — Emrys' heart trembled. He tried his best to control his emotions so as not to lose control.
No matter when, in world, a wandering child is always the 'mother's' most cherished child, and now, this 'child' has returned.
He really wanted to ask.
How did you find out?
But the words caught in his throat and were swallowed back.
Because, it was meaningless.
He finally understood what 'the last whisper' was.
"This is our attitude."
The gothic representative's deep gaze looked at Emrys, whose lips seemed to be trembling, and he said softly.
"Don't worry, no matter what, we will always be your strongest backing. With us here, no one can harm you."
"What do you mean by this!"
The American representative couldn't sit still.
If he continued to speak, who knew what would happen?!
No, he must be condemned! Severely condemned!
As he spoke, he gestured with his eyes. What time was it? He had already started the fight, why weren't they following up quickly!
"On behalf of the Imperium, I strongly condemn you!"
The British Imperium representative slammed his hand on the table, forcibly interrupting the somber atmosphere, and angrily said.
"Don't forget, we are now carrying the hope of human civilization. For the safety of all humanity, I suggest immediately detaining the Fourth Wallfacer and stripping him of all his rights!"
"Exactly, you are too emotional!" The Gaulish representative also followed closely, scolding.
"Who knows if he is human?
Or are you conspiring with him to subvert all humanity?!"
"gothic representative, you'd better recognize your position!" The United States spoke last, his face as dark as water.
"Your statement just now was very dangerous. Are you… planning to stand against all humanity?"
The situation was increasingly getting out of his control; it had to be curbed immediately!
Otherwise, if the gothic representative continued to speak, the 'trap' they had meticulously set for the Fourth Wallfacer might become completely ineffective.
"I said, they should be removed from their councilor positions in the Planetary Defense Council, and our great white Elephant Country should go in!" The white Elephant Country, emanating the smell of curry, decisively seized this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, wishing to immediately replace their position!
"I agree with the United States representative's opinion!"
The Korean representative shamelessly followed.
"It's too dangerous for such a country to represent the Imperium. Our great nation can better exercise the rights of the Planetary Defense Council."
The Jumping Joker, one after another, popped out.
"I declare, let's start voting!"
The United States clenched his fist tightly, shouting in his heart, 'The advantage is mine,' and then actively initiated the vote.
"Deprive the Fourth Wallfacer of his identity and power, and immediately transfer him to us for management, including all plans, equipment, and experiments he carried out during the Wallfacer Project."
One vote, ten votes, a hundred votes.
The situation seemed to take a sharp turn for the worse. The councilor nations of the entire Imperium were almost unilaterally standing under the 'human flag' raised by the three Western countries.
The voting result left the Russian representative in silence.
He really wanted to believe, but with such a huge disadvantage, he had to be cautious, otherwise, one wrong step would have unimaginable consequences!
But just as he was about to agree, he suddenly noticed the gothic representative, who remained calm and unmoving, and his heart suddenly skipped a beat.
That's not right!
What is world's style?
Can they fight a battle they are not confident in?
That is absolutely impossible!
Anyone who knows a little history knows their character. How could they rashly antagonize so many countries without any preparation?
That is to say, they still have a trump card!
Damn it, he almost fell for it!
In these few seconds, the Russian representative's mind was like a storm. Finally, he gritted his teeth, glared at the three Western representatives, and then voted... No!
He did it!
Damn it, he had disliked them for a long time!
A bunch of 'human traitors'!
"Very good, the human traitors have jumped out. One is you, and one — is Russia!"
Looking at the almost overwhelming vote, with only a few scattered opposition votes, the United States representative, believing the overall situation was settled, sneered and tapped the table.
"Do you see? This is the will of all humanity, unless — you plan to stand against all humanity!"
At war with all of humanity?
The Dumfuckistan representative chuckled softly, his eyes filled with disdain. He lightly tapped his finger, then slightly raised his head, glancing sideways at the Western representatives. He said meaningfully, "You mean, if we don't agree to your proposal, we'll be enemies of humanity?"
His words were spoken very softly.
Yet, all the representatives of the Alliance member states present could discern a hint of clashing weapons and bloodshed in his quiet tone.
"This is also for 'the future of all humanity.'"
At this point, the U.S. could not possibly back down.
He was extremely firm, leaning forward slightly, exuding an invisible pressure. He continued to raise the banner of humanity, pressuring this uncooperative bastard.
If possible, he also didn't want to escalate the situation.
After all, if it truly escalated, it wouldn't align with their 'interests.' Moreover, there wasn't just one 'enemy'; they still had the ETO problem!
"I hope you can think clearly. Humanity's current predicament requires us to work together wholeheartedly." Since the hard approach wasn't working, he could only try a softer one. The U.S. representative attempted a conciliatory policy.
"Our starting point is also for the safety of humanity, isn't it? It's just placing his plan and himself under our surveillance. If you agree, we can absolutely discuss letting your people join the surveillance, how about that?"
He believed this was already a significant concession.
They hadn't monopolized the results of Emrys' 'Human Evolutionary Ladder' plan but chose to share them with your great Eastern nation. Isn't that a concession?
Surely, there shouldn't be any more problems now!
The U.S. representative was full of confidence, looking towards the Dumfuckistan representative, awaiting his reply.
However.
He only saw the Dumfuckistan representative looking at him with an expression as if he were looking at an idiot.
"U.S. representative, do I need to remind you that he is the Fourth Wallfacer?"
The U.S. hadn't reacted yet, a bit bewildered.
"What do you mean?"
"Sorry, I shouldn't have had such high expectations for your intelligence."
The Dumfuckistan representative pinched his brow, looking utterly speechless.
"As a Wallfacer, all plans, actions, and words displayed outwardly are 'disguised' external illusions. You wouldn't not understand this principle, would you?"
Hiss—
The U.S. representative suddenly gasped.
His face turned extremely grim, as if in disbelief, and he said with a stiff voice, "You mean—"
"It's fine to deceive others, but how can you even deceive yourselves?" The Dumfuckistan representative was genuinely speechless. So after all this time, these people really had no brains?!
They said he was a Wallfacer, so how could they still trust him?
Forget it, it's because his own kid is so capable.
"Impossible, this is impossible—" The U.S. representative panicked, his pupils contracting sharply.
"They clearly said you were—"
The intelligence from the ETO organization had clearly confirmed that Emrys' so-called 'Wallfacer Plan' was actually large-scale human experimentation, intended for human evolution. How could it be fake?!
Or was it that the Sophons had deceived them?!
Damn that 'First Emperor'!
At this moment, he inwardly resented and cursed the insidious leader of the ETO, but a glimmer of hope still remained in his heart, believing that Emrys was lying!
He said he didn't, so he didn't?
What if there was a layer of illusion covering the truth, causing them to make a wrong judgment?
Yes, it must be like that!
The U.S. representative gradually firmed up his conviction.
"I'm conducting human experiments?"
Emrys also found it amusing, tilting his head to look at the Western representatives.
"Believing ETO's words, you're truly 'talented' people, I'm impressed, truly impressed."
"Emrys!"
The U.S. representative realized he was being played and roared furiously.
"Then what are your human experiments?!"
"It's a plan to resist the invasion of the Trisolaran civilization."
"What plan?"
"The Wallfacer Project."
"I'm asking! What is your Wallfacer Project!"
"The Human Evolutionary Ladder."
"You—are you messing with me?!"
The U.S. representative, on the verge of losing control and exploding with rage, was breathing heavily, glaring at him fiercely.
"Yes, you just realized?"
Emrys was even more shocked.
"No way? You really believed it? Can a Wallfacer's words be trusted? I seriously doubt whether you even have normal human intelligence and thinking anymore. How about—you just retire early, really, don't delay humanity's future. I'm afraid the Trisolarans might even trick you out of your pension."
""..—Emrys!!!""
The U.S. representative, feeling utterly provoked, disregarded the consequences and completely tore off the facade, his eyes filled with bloodshot fury.
""
"Sorry, denied."
The Dumfuckistan representative said calmly.
"Are you going to war?!"
The U.S. representative, on the brink of rage, had murderous intent in his eyes.
"After decades of not being serious, some people always think—we're easy to bully, right?"
The Dumfuckistan representative's expression, though smiling.
But the smaller nations below, like Dongying and Bangzi, tasted a different flavor from these words, feeling a chill down their necks, and a coldness seeping into their bones.
Thus, the representatives of smaller nations like Dongying and Bangzi, who had been signaled by the U.S. and wanted to jump out and act as 'vanguards' just a second ago, all ceased their activity and shut their mouths.
Their intuition told them not to speak.
Otherwise—within the Planetary Defense Council, the three nations representing Western interests might not die so quickly, but they would definitely die a very ugly death!
At this 'dinner table' of the Imperium.
Some people are elegant gourmets, while others are crude gluttons. But they—at most, are a side dish, perhaps not even a 'main course'; at best, a cold appetizer.
"Going to war?"
This representative, with his refined demeanor, like a scholar, smiled slightly.
"Alright, no problem—if it's war, then it's war. But this time, we're making it clear."
The Western representatives and others fell silent.
Talking tough is one thing, but actually going to war—not only would social order collapse, but human civilization would also regress. At that point, it would truly be a matter of fighting the Trisolaran civilization with nothing but their heads.
However, having reached this point, with the facade completely torn, the U.S. also stopped pretending. With a thought of No More Bets, betting everything, he roared.
"Good, then as you wish! I want to see—what you will use to resist all of humanity!"
"Excuse me, I'm a bit annoyed."
At this moment, Emrys, who was trapped in the 'cage,' suddenly appeared at the podium like a ghost.
"You, how did you get out?!"
The Western delegation's expressions were as if they had seen a ghost.
"It's quite normal for a superpowered individual to teleport, isn't it?"
Emrys straightened his clothes and said indifferently.
"I'm tired of your nonsense—from now on, everything here will be taken over by me alone."
The entire venue fell silent.
Looking at Emrys, who was completely unharmed and had suddenly appeared on the stage from the 'Strong Interaction Force' material cage, everyone's expressions were surprisingly uniform.
Shock, panic, unease.
But the most terrified among them were the three representatives, led by the Western powers.
After all, the more arrogant they had been earlier, relying on the 'Strong Interaction Force' cage, the more frightened they were now.
But to say who was most terrified at this moment, it was probably the U.S. representative, whose face was ashen, and who wished he could shrink under the table to avoid being seen.
Who told him to be the most conspicuous just now?
"Laugh, why aren't you laughing anymore?"
Emrys tilted his head, a half-smile on his face.
"Ha—… hahaha—" The U.S. representative, being stared at, had an extremely ugly expression, like a pig's liver, but he still forced out a smile.
"As expected of the direction of human evolutionary advancement, I didn't expect Mr. Merlin to be able to manipulate 'space'! This truly is an eye-opener for us!"
"Is it very strange?" Emrys walked behind them, passing by the representatives of Great Britain and Gaul in turn, then stopped behind the U.S. representative, slowly placed his hands on his shoulders, leaned down, and chuckled softly.
"That's right, I suppose the ETO people wouldn't tell you that the 'Sophons' can't monitor me, would they?"
These words struck like thunder.
The faces of the Great Britain, Gaul, and U.S. representatives immediately became even uglier, as if they had swallowed several flies. Especially the U.S. representative, whose eyes were almost spitting fire. He never expected that their dignified 'world Lighthouse' would actually be deceived by the ETO!
F***!
Damn ETO! Damn Trisolarians!
Why didn't they say beforehand that among the 'superpowers' Emrys possessed, there was also instant movement? If only they had known that Emrys could 'teleport,' they would never have listened to the enticement of 'Qin Shihuang'!
And!
The most crucial point!
The 'Sophons' actually couldn't monitor him?!
In other words—no matter what he did, in the eyes of the Trisolarian civilization, it was in a state of absolute secrecy!
"Mr. Merlin, is this true?!"
Hearing this news, the Dumfuckistan representative couldn't sit still and asked excitedly.
"Can the Sophons really not monitor your actions?"
"In certain places, yes."
Treating his 'own people,' especially those who were willing to support him despite knowing nothing, Emrys did not hide anything.
"In my laboratory, there are some rather special materials that can completely block the 'Sophons' monitoring."
As soon as this was said, it wasn't just the Dumfuckistan representative.
Even the other three Wallfacers, who had remained silent throughout, couldn't help but look at him.
Rey Diaz spoke even more eagerly.
"Mr. Merlin, are these materials you use renewable? Can they be widely promoted?"
"They are not."
Emrys shook his head.
"These materials are extremely rare; even I cannot decipher their manufacturing principles, nor do they have the potential for widespread promotion."
That was 'Blackstone'!
He didn't even have much of this stuff, and compared to its minor effect of shielding Sophons, its true value lay in suppressing and amplifying psionic energy.
No matter the reason.
Emrys would not allow anyone or any force other than him to possess this creation, 'Blackstone'.
The excited expressions of the three Wallfacers immediately subsided somewhat, but Rey Diaz seemed not to give up.
"In that case—Mr. Merlin, would it be possible to make your laboratory public for us to use in rotation?"
His idea immediately drew the attention of the other two; this was indeed a very good method. Having a place that could completely shield 'Sophons' would also be more conducive to their plans, wouldn't it?
Emrys looked at Rey Diaz with a smile.
God damn, was he trying to get ideas from him?
"Mr. Merlin, since you are also a Wallfacer, you must know the importance of 'disguise,' right?"
Having finally received this news, Rey Diaz was naturally unwilling to give up. He met Emrys' gaze without fear and mused.
"Your laboratory can completely block 'Sophons' monitoring, which means that there we don't need to 'disguise' ourselves and can better complete our plans. We are not trying to seize your laboratory, nor do we intend to interfere with your plans, but—an extra plan means an extra hope for humanity, doesn't it? I believe you also think so, Mr. Taylor, Mr. Hines!"
Rey Diaz was worthy of having served as President.
A light sentence not only pulled the other two Wallfacers into his camp, forming a temporary 'alliance'.
Moreover, the phrase 'one more successful plan can give humanity one more hope' placed him on a moral high ground, giving him a perfect 'excuse'.
Even Dumfuckistan, which had always supported him, couldn't stand out at this moment.
After all, Rey Diaz was, to some extent, genuinely considering humanity.
But unfortunately.
Rey Diaz simply did not understand that the fourth Wallfacer in front of him had not the slightest possibility of being morally coerced.
"You're right—"
Emrys deliberately paused for a few seconds, and after Rey Diaz's face showed a hint of joy, the smile on his face instantly vanished, as if severe cold had descended.
"But—————I refuse."
"What?!"
Rey Diaz seemed completely unprepared for such a blunt and direct refusal.
He had anticipated that the other party might find various reasons to refuse him, and he had also thought of how to respond to gradually pressure the other party into eventually agreeing to his proposal.
But Rey Diaz hadn't expected that the other party couldn't even be bothered to think of a 'reason'!
"Mr. Merlin!"
Rey Diaz's anger was palpable, his eyes like those of a fierce tiger.
"We are all Wallfacers; we should stand on the same front. Our goal is to resist the Trisolarian civilization. Given this—I believe you should yield your laboratory for us to use together. Only then can we ensure humanity ultimately wins this war!"
He believed he had made himself very clear.
But Emrys still said coldly.
"I'm sorry, I refuse. It's not that I don't want to do this, but—there's no need."
No need?
Rey Diaz's face was grim.
"Emrys, what do you mean? What do you mean by 'no need'?!"
"Still don't understand?"
Emrys sighed, his gaze sweeping over the three Wallfacers in turn.
"'No need' means—your plans will not succeed, and lending you the laboratory would only be a waste of time."
"You, Rey Diaz—"
He raised his hand and pointed at each of them in turn.
"And you, Taylor, Hines, with all due respect, everyone here—is trash."