"Kuta, you're not being fair. I think Brother Li should join our Ozzier Empire first," Gaia said. "Just one identity, and then the Ozzier Empire and the Solar System Alliance will be one family."

Li Hao didn't know whether to laugh or cry. "Stop joking. That's impossible. Besides, I'm just a grunt in the human army. I can't represent the Solar System. Now is a crucial time for Her Highness's succession. Jokes are fine, but don't create any scandals."

Gaia and Kuta exchanged glances and shook their heads. What did scandals matter? Her Highness didn't care, so why did he?

Of course, the two also knew that Li Hao had someone he liked and were curious about what kind of person could be so captivating.

"Unconvinced, unbelievable, incredible!"

"Given that Kuta has always been thinking about making Li Hao his brother-in-law, he firmly supports Li Hao's idea. After all, if he becomes a consort, there's absolutely no chance," being the empress's husband is actually quite difficult.

Joking aside, they didn't need to worry about the cleanup. When no one was around, Li Hao's attitude was a little strange. That trace of inspiration he had captured, combined with the Star Alliance, the Abyss, the Star Realm... as well as the insignificant Earth and the strange human talent, perhaps this was the first time he was truly getting close to the truth, and SEE.

Shilrada had already returned to the Holy Anthem. Others would take care of hunting down the remaining forces. The Council of Elders had also removed the Yi Mogu family from the list at the first opportunity, with the Lastaya family temporarily filling in. The final decision would be made after the empress's enthronement.

Although Kuta had a lot he wanted to tell someone, preferably over a few drinks, today had been too exciting. But there was no one around. Everyone had received orders to return to their residences and await orders.

Gaia's room, however, was empty. He had already arrived at the Tribunal Committee.

Gaia was excited. He had received news from his father that the Lastaya family was filling in for the Council of Elders. Although it was only temporary, as an ancient family of the Galactic Era and always a supporter of royal authority, if they performed well during this time, the "temporary" would definitely be dropped.

At the same time, the family had also praised Gaia's decisiveness and firmness because Her Highness had mentioned his name. Just one name represented a lot at this time. The Lastaya family had not expected this family member, who wasn't particularly valued, to play a role at a critical moment. They had thought he would be suppressed by Hao Sen all along.

The family was also a little regretful because they felt they hadn't given Gaia enough support. If they had supported Gaia in confronting Hao Sen, the Yi Mogu family's destruction would have meant the Lastaya family would have gained even more imperial favor. Of course, it wasn't too late now. They would cooperate with him at all costs.

Gaia knew very well that he was just a bystander. He was also a little uneasy. The family was very enthusiastic, but what could he do? He couldn't pretend. What he didn't expect was that Shilrada, the High Priest, was the one waiting for him.

Gaia was shocked and quickly saluted. This was someone who could decide his fate with a single word.

Shilrada smiled slightly. "Gaia Lastaya, Her Highness says you were very brave and loyal."

Gaia blushed. "I wouldn't dare to hide it from the respected High Priest. I didn't do much. It was all thanks to Her Highness and Brother Li's efforts."

Shilrada nodded. "In such a dangerous moment, being able to stand firm and not fear life or death is commendable. You haven't disgraced the name of Lastaya. You are worthy of being a disciple of the Tribunal Holy Anthem."

Gaia was overjoyed. He knew he had passed. Shilrada's words had almost defined his bright future. However, he knew that this wasn't the main topic, and he couldn't be too ecstatic. His excited heart gradually calmed down. Born into a large family, but accustomed to fighting at the bottom, he knew that the High Priest must have something else to ask him.

"What do you think of Li Hao as a person?" Shilrada was also quite satisfied and got to the point. Although Gaia had a reputation for being a bit of a playboy, this reaction didn't make him seem like a纨绔子弟 (wanku zidi; good-for-nothing rich kid).

Gaia had a vague guess, but he didn't answer rashly. "Which aspect are you referring to?"

"Tell me your overall impressions. Among the Celestial Humans of the Tribunal Holy Anthem, you are the most familiar with him, and I've heard that you have a good relationship. I hope you can tell me your true thoughts from the bottom of your heart. This is very important to our Ozzier Empire," Shilrada said.

Gaia also knew that a human who could awaken Aura and was a great hero was actually very difficult to decide how to deal with.

"My contact with Brother Li started at the Holy Anthem. In terms of strength, he is unfathomable. You also know that although I'm not very accomplished, I've seen the world in my family, but I've never seen anyone as powerful as him. And by powerful, I don't just mean his strength," Gaia said with a wry smile. "When we chat casually, I don't feel like he's human at all. Logically speaking, humans shouldn't have a very broad interstellar perspective, but it's completely different with him. There are some things he understands that I don't, and it always gives me the feeling that he's seen the universe."

Shilrada's face didn't reveal any inclination. She smiled slightly. "Tell me more specifically. Are there any specific impressions that are particularly deep?"

"How to treat Li Hao is crucial."

"Once, we talked about souls. Our understanding of souls as Celestial Humans is the ceiling of the Star Alliance, but he mentioned some methods of soul cultivation that were very unusual, and he always thought that souls could break free from the shackles of the body, which sounded very mysterious."

Gaia tried his best to recall. He didn't take it seriously at the time, after all, many civilizations have their own legends.

"Oh, right, I heard that humans have been studying this since ancient times. I even looked into it specifically. It seems that just a few years ago, humans published something about dream analysis, which was shocking. That understanding doesn't seem like something a backward civilization could have."

Gaia didn't know if any of that was true, but he said everything he knew.

"What about his personality?" Shilrada asked.

"Although I can't guarantee it, I think he's very loyal. He looks like he's always joking around, but he's very good to us. I have a guess, maybe it's because we didn't discriminate against him at the beginning and were very friendly. He has also been helping us," Gaia said. "He has also given us a lot of guidance in cultivation. It's embarrassing to say, but I think his understanding is better than that of the Celestial Human instructors, and it's not just his soul that's special."

Shilrada smiled slightly. "Don't be discouraged. He's different, and there's no need to compare yourself to him. Would you say that he is a person who has a clear sense of gratitude and resentment?"

"Yes, High Priest," Gaia nodded. He was telling the truth.

"Gaia Lastaya has been selected to fill in for the Council of Elders. In the future, you will bear greater responsibilities for the empire. As a disciple of Lastaya, you must inherit the glory of your ancestors. Go." Shilrada said.

Gaia bowed and left. He knew what the High Priest meant. His spring was coming.

After Gaia left, Hermia, Helena, and Ron Zuo came out. In fact, Hermia had already made a basic judgment through Casica's identity. She believed in the most genuine perspective and the feeling when souls came into contact. Between people, there is actually a kind of compatible aura. If it's right, it's right. If it's not right, no amount of effort will help. However, Shilrada still needed to confirm further. Compared to Kuta and Gasmi's identities, Gaia was clearly more effective.

Shilrada had already watched the process of Aura being awakened at the first opportunity. The super weapon Aura was the empire's stabilizing needle, and no mistakes could be made. Before Hermia's succession, it was not appropriate to create any extra trouble.

"Your Highness, Aura was not awakened by you, it was Hao," Terada said softly. There was no need to hide it from the people present, and people like Froen might have already seen it.

Hermia smiled slightly. "Master, I know. I even think he can command Aura, but he didn't do that. He still handed over the command to me. It's so strange. He doesn't have the Stellar Guidance Thought, so how could he awaken Aura?"

Shilrada didn't answer immediately, but looked at Froen Zuo. "Master Froen Zuo, what do you say?"

Froen Zuo shook his head. This was Shilrada's habit over the years. She always called him "Master," and it was useless to object. In fact, Froen Zuo was one of Shilrada's pursuers back then, and he had been young and crazy.

"High Priest, he didn't actually use soul power. He awakened Aura the moment he entered the altar. Rather than saying he awakened it, it's better to say that the super weapon has been waiting for him," Froen Zuo said slowly.