boyutpedia Chapter 148 - 149: The Performing Troupe and the Relic
Chapter 148 - 149: The Performing Troupe and the Relic
Chapter 148: Chapter 149: The Performing Troupe and the RelicUpon arriving at the orbital dock, Eden rode in a gilded hovercar inlaid with precious gems, heading straight for the hangar where the massive transport ships were docked.
This exquisite vehicle was a custom creation from a local mechanized factory, presented as a gift to him.
The factory manager had been so overwhelmed with gratitude for the opportunity to have lunch at the Spire's mansion and to receive Eden's personally inscribed autograph that he had wept openly.
This gesture from Eden was part of his effort to encourage Urth's self-reliance and economic development.
The factory was the first independently run civilian mechanized plant established on Urth since its revival.
Founded by a second-tier lower noble of the Upper Hive, it represented Eden's vision of fostering enterprise among the citizenry.
Under the protection of his miniature sun field, which shielded the planet from Chaos pollution, Urth's economy could no longer rely solely on a ration system.
Such a system stifled economic vitality and failed to fully utilize resources and human potential.
Moreover, the Royal Court could not provide sufficient employment opportunities.
To address this, Eden introduced special commerce permits, allowing qualified citizens to establish factories, businesses, or purify polluted lands for farming or mining.
While ownership remained under the Royal Court, these enterprises operated with greater independence and profit potential.
This initiative gave capable citizens a new path for advancement, enabling them to create economic value and rise in status.
It was a closely monitored, streamlined version of free enterprise, currently in a trial phase, subject to revision or termination depending on results.
At the dock, the Thunder Warriors, Voidborn soldiers, and Dreamweaver's officers and crew were already assembled.
Eden praised and encouraged their contributions.
The spoils from this battle were extraordinary, promising many of them a rise in citizenship status.
The substantial credit rewards could dramatically improve their families' lives.
After his words of encouragement, it was time for the main event: inventorying the spoils.
The fleet included over a dozen massive transport ships, each approximately 10 kilometers in length. If fully loaded with tithe goods, their value would be incalculable.
In the current era, where warp travel was treacherous, such resources were even more precious.
Even a sector governor required decades to complete a single round of taxation across their sector, dispatching multiple fleets simultaneously.
While administrative teams began inventorying the captured resources, Eden decided to see the spoils for himself.
"Governor, I'll accompany you!"
Kaul suddenly appeared, brimming with enthusiasm. Resources meant funding, and funding meant re
"A performing troupe?!"
The chambers housed an array of individuals, from royal princesses and noblewomen to exotic beauties and rare xenos hybrids—thousands in total.
Their tearful, fearful gazes were enough to unsettle Eden.
Quickly averting his eyes, he ordered, "Priority protection. I'll deal with them later."
Further exploration revealed talented scientists, skilled artisans, and powerful warriors—intended subjects for genetic experiments.
This haul could significantly boost Urth's population quality and technological capacity.
Now Eden understood why the Empire coveted the tithe system—it was lucrative beyond belief.
As Eden finished inspecting the population ship, news arrived: the interrogation of the fleet commander was complete.
Reading the report, Eden frowned.
"A relic?"
(End of Chapter)
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