Thanks to his absolute memory, Hiro only needed to recall for a few seconds to find information in his mind about that very healing "gourmet" anime and the BETA, these miners:
Physiological needs, body composition, reproduction conditions, origin unknown, possesses tactical action capabilities, communication method speculated to be "quantum brain," quantity...
In the corners of his memory, he found a number he couldn't determine the truth of-10^37.
And this, it seemed, was only the number of BETA that had newly proliferated in the solar system after entering it, in locations like Mars, Neptune, Pluto, and the asteroid belt.
Compared to the "main force" that might exist in other galaxies and star regions, it might just be a drop in the ocean.
Not to mention, the BETA that came to the original work's solar system were only of the "miner" profession, not warriors.
The difference in combat power...
No matter how he guessed, it would only ever be a guess, with no way to obtain any proof.
"System, since this BETA's loyalty to me is at the maximum value, can it still contact or be contacted by its own kind?"
"Negative. From the moment this summoned creature appeared, it has completely separated from the species it originally belonged to. It can be regarded as another species, another existence, with the same appearance and abilities."
Phew~
After hearing the system's explanation, the faint sense of unease in Hiro's heart finally disappeared.
Even if BETA might appear in the solar system at some point in the future, at least...
it wouldn't be because of his summoning this time.
"In any case, the reason for me to increase my strength now, besides surviving and protecting my family, also includes an additional task of saving the world."
Looking at the behemoth several stories high in front of him, Hiro shook his head with a wry smile, his heart full of helplessness.
"What is all this..."
Sighing, Hiro stepped forward, just about to reach out and touch this Heavy Laser-class BETA to recall it into the system space, when the corner of his eye caught a glimpse of a golden figure rapidly flying towards his location.
Judging from the reflected light, the person approaching clearly had a metal weapon like a knife or sword in their hand.
Clang~
Hiro's right-hand Yatsufusa clashed with the attacker's golden blade, emitting a crisp sound.
Finding no success with the first strike, the attacker didn't pursue but leaped backward, facing him from a distance of about ten meters.
"Who are you?"
Looking at the attacker's face, Hiro frowned slightly, feeling a sense of déjà vu.
Then, when his gaze fell upon the golden blades on the person's "hands," a hint of realization flashed in his eyes.
Yami? But why would she attack me for no reason? I haven't even made contact with any aliens...
Thinking of this, he suddenly realized something, and the corner of his mouth twitched: I finally got a pet with great difficulty, and it hasn't even been used once, but trouble has already come knocking.
Golden tendrils of hair on both sides of Golden Darkness solidified into two hiltless golden battle blades as she looked at him warily.
"Ear..." She originally wanted to say "Earthling," but that would be akin to revealing her alien identity.
Realizing this, Golden Darkness quickly changed her address:
"Boy, why are you stopping me? That thing is the enemy of all living beings! We can't let it continue to exist! It must be eliminated as soon as possible!"
Judging from Yami's tone, she had already come into contact with the BETA and understood some of their nature.
Facing Golden Darkness's vigilance, Hiro, holding Yatsufusa,'s mind raced.
After thinking for a few seconds, he shrugged and put on a helpless expression.
"I spent a lot of effort to finally get a pet that looks decent enough. How can I just let you kill it?"
"Pet... pet?"
Golden Darkness deeply frowned, staring at the terrifying yet non-aggressive-looking creature behind Hiro in silence for a moment, and then...
From somewhere inside her black leather jacket, she took out something resembling a handheld computer or MP4 player.
The camera on the back was facing Hiro, while the screen on the front was facing her.
"Boy, since you say that's your pet, can you guarantee your absolute control over it?"
Hiro only glanced at the device hidden in Golden Darkness's palm and could roughly guess its origin.
However, he didn't show any unusual reaction because of this, maintaining his previous expression and saying lightly:
"I can guarantee it."
After all, the system promised it~~
"Have you seen any other kinds of that creature? How many? Where?"
"No."
"By what means did you gain control over it?"
"...That's confidential." Looking at the indifferent-looking blonde girl not far away, Hiro felt speechless for a moment.
"I answered your questions earlier out of politeness, not because I owe you anything. I hope you understand that. As for this guy..."
Saying this, he patted backward with his free left hand.
His palm collided with the Heavy Laser-class BETA's surface, making a sound like plastic cracking.
Snap~ Snap~ Snap~
"...I am very clear about its dangers. You don't need to remind me. If it poses any threat to my family, I will destroy it immediately. I don't need an outsider like you to interfere."
Everything...
is the truth?
Looking at the screen that showed no prompts, Golden Darkness, despite her calm face, was full of doubts:
How did a low-level civilization that hasn't even left its small star system cross so many light-years to capture a large Radiant (different designation)?
And how did it snatch control from its superiors?
Also, very clear about its dangers? How does he know? Other aliens who fled to this planet?
"I see, I understand your thoughts, boy."
Giving the unchanged screen one last glance, Golden Darkness retracted the golden blades on her sides and put the "MP4" back into her four-dimensional pocket.
"There's something I want to talk to you about."
Seeing this, Hiro also retracted Yatsufusa in his right hand and then reached out to pat the surface of the behemoth behind him.
Snap~
He stored the several-story-high Heavy Laser-class BETA into the system space.
Both sides had put away their weapons and combat stances, and the basis for peaceful conversation had been established... ...