System: My Doomsday Train Chapter 989 372: The Lighter King

"But—"

The Rough Civilization elder started by praising Chen Mang before abruptly shifting his tone.

"..."

Seated calmly in his chair, Chen Mang tapped the armrest gently with his fingers. That "but" made it clear the Rough Civilization's saga wouldn't end on a high note.

The Rough Civilization probably wouldn't head back to its home tribe.

As anticipated...

Plunder reigns supreme among civilizations; any alliance just squanders time.

Gazing intently at Chen Mang, the Rough Civilization elder declared gravely, "But..."

"Any ninth-level civilization aiming for divine-level status faces inevitable siege from multiple divine-level civilizations."

"The Star Arrow Race stands as a ninth-level civilization right now. After countless years pushing toward divine-level, they're on the verge. Once you hit ninth-level, divine-level civilizations—including the Star Arrow Race—will surround you."

"It's unavoidable."

"I want you to grasp that this isn't my doing—it's the universe's rule. Back in my tribe, I won't hold much sway. I can't influence this decision."

"However, should Human Civilization fall during its divine-level breakthrough from ninth-level..."

"I'll exhaust every connection and resource to protect you, your family, and your friends. The rest? Beyond my power."

"..."

Pausing briefly with a steady face, Chen Mang asked, "My current worry is if our three-month-old agreement remains valid?"

"Of course."

"I don't renege on deals, and besides, the bloodline wormhole bars carrying goods anyway. Those resources stay with you—especially after you fixed our huge issue for the Rough Civilization."

"This repayment is only fair."

The Rough Civilization elder stated this with utmost seriousness.

Hearing that, Chen Mang grinned.

"Excellent."

"In that case, here's my vow to you. Should Human Civilization face a blockade from the Star Arrow Race during its divine-level ascent one day, I'll wipe out the whole Star Arrow Race while safeguarding you and your loved ones."

Slightly stunned, the Rough Civilization elder nodded firmly, "Agreed."

...

Three months flew by.

With Chen Mang observing closely.

Crimson wormholes burst open beside every planet of the "Rough Civilization." In a flash, they sprouted everywhere at once, unlike prior wormholes.

These glowed fully crimson.

Resembling gateways to the abyss.

Around the Rough Civilization's planets, hordes of bare-skinned clansmen vanished into the wormholes, leaving zero traces.

He even presented a gift to the new "Holy Arrow."

A refrigerator.

Human Civilization has shed its former frailty, now boasting its own civilization gift: the refrigerator, proving highly practical.

Having bid farewell to the "Rough Civilization" in person.

Chen Mang checked the radar anew to verify the resources remained, easing his concerns. Then, lips curling slightly, he gestured and commanded, "Load up!"

The "Rough Civilization"'s domain spans generously.

Planets abound there too.

Prior to departure, the Rough Civilization commanded a resource roundup for simple gathering, yet plenty still evades full collection.

Such as...

Planets boasting pristine, untouched structures—these demand claiming!

Seventh-level civilization hubs on bustling planets shine vibrantly and merit preservation.

Moreover, long-term development by the Rough Civilization filled the area with wormholes linking planets, forming a solid base. For settling here, it fits ideally.

"..."

Gathering these resources and planets fell to his subordinates.

Chen Mang lounged in the train compartment, eyeing the control panel's display.

Basic iron ore stocks at 69 units for the train. Last time's "Cyan Mountain Civilization" haul got nearly depleted. Now, the "Rough Civilization" bounty will reveal its worth.

Next, his gaze shifted to the Doppler Radar.

The radar showed Human Civilization's territory sprawling across billions of light-years. The ex-"Rough Civilization" domain now fully integrates into Human Civilization post-withdrawal.

Territory marking allows flexibility for civilizations, but claiming requires no equal or superior civilizations inside the zone.

This zone holds...

Just his Level 6 Civilization.

Previous Level 6 Civilizations fell to the Rough Civilization; only Cyan Mountain endured by concealment, out of Rough reach.

His eyes turned to the civilization panel.

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"Promotion Conditions": Strongest attack energy range surpasses 300,000, three Civilization Wonders secured, domain spans one billion light-years.

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The Level 3000 Akanon Light Energy Main Cannon eludes him for now.

Yet post-resource count from this haul, that hurdle vanishes.

Domain hitting one billion light-years? Done.

Civilization Wonders? Check.

Human Civilization owns three: "Insect Silence," "Divine Silence," "Miracle Descent."

The last came from maxing "Armor" at Level 10000.

Any accessory first reaching Level 10000 by a civilization auto-upgrades to "Holy Hall" tier—maximum grade!

Max-level upgrade yielded the Civilization Wonder "Miracle Descent."