Chapter 104: Worries
Chapter 104: Worries
After more than half a year of getting along, Elder Mensa could actually sense it. His student was actually a rather easygoing and relatively kind human.
Moreover, Lei Yaotian had told the old man the truth, admitting that he was not a civilization creature from ‘the other side’ of the Barren Star Domain, but rather a descendant of a certain vanished civilization in this universe.
As for the matter of Lei Yaotian being a ‘Transmigrator’, even if beaten to death, he would never reveal it to anyone. This was something Lei Yaotian had long decided for himself, so once again, he tricked the old man, Mensa of the Ikto Race.
A descendant of a vanished civilization, wandering the universe for a long time, finally choosing this planet as a settlement to develop his own power—what a perfect excuse.
As for the earlier excuse about being a prince from the edge of the Barren Star Domain, Elder Mensa had never believed it. He had only pretended to be foolish in front of Lei Yaotian because he needed a place for his people to thrive and multiply.
However, Elder Mensa somewhat believed Lei Yaotian’s new trick.
In this universe, countless civilizations vanished every day due to wars, and countless civilizations rose because of wars.
So in Elder Mensa’s view, the credibility of Lei Yaotian’s new trick was quite high. But Elder Mensa did not know that a trick was still a trick, ultimately false.
But Lei Yaotian felt that as long as it made sense, nothing else mattered.
Looking at the planet from space, one could see thick smoke and dust rising everywhere on the planet. It was as if the entire planet was boiling—this was the scene produced by the ‘100,000 Warship Factories’ project that Lei Yaotian had planned for Steward Wangcai to implement.
Countless Engineering Robots were purchased from Bruce.
Numerous materials and equipment were being assembled.
Inside the mountains across the planet, Engineering Robots mechanically excavated and hollowed out the interiors one by one.
Because the scale of the project was so massive and the commotion so great, even from space, one could see the thick smoke generated by the construction.
Fortunately, Wangcai and the others tried their best not to damage the surrounding environment and forests during the construction, which was something Lei Yaotian greatly appreciated.
As a Transmigrator, Lei Yaotian deeply knew the series of problems that arose after the environment in his original world was destroyed.
Therefore, he did not want the planet he was on to become like that.
Switching back to the scene…
Elder Mensa had been wholehearted in his efforts for his student.
He carefully taught all his knowledge to this only student.
Of course, besides being his student, Lei Yaotian was also the owner of this planet. He was the free master of these destitute Iktans, and Elder Mensa had a little selfish motive, so how could he not be wholehearted?
Just now, Lei Yaotian had been distracted by his wandering thoughts, which made Mensa a bit unhappy.
So he walked over and scolded his student a couple of times.
Coming back to his senses, Lei Yaotian looked confusedly at the angry Mensa before him.
“Uh, teacher, is there a problem?”
Elder Mensa shook his head. “My Young Master, it’s wrong to space out during the lesson. I’ve been talking for so long; how much did you hear and remember?”
Hearing this question, Lei Yaotian felt a bit frustrated.
Because he had spaced out, he indeed had not listened properly. So he had not remembered anything Mensa had just said.
“This is embarrassing,” Lei Yaotian thought to himself.
Regarding the teacher he had found, Lei Yaotian did not mind his anger. After all, Lei Yaotian still retained some concepts from his original world.
For example, ‘respecting teachers and valuing their teachings.’
Elder Mensa could also feel that after becoming his teacher, this student of his gradually began to respect him and did not mistreat him because of Mensa’s identity.
This secretly moved Mensa.
Elder Mensa’s expression softened. “Let’s stop today’s lesson here. It seems your mind is not here today. We’ll continue tomorrow; at most, we can repeat today’s lesson then.”
Lei Yaotian naturally did not object and repeatedly nodded in agreement.
“Monica, prepare an extra portion of snacks. My teacher and I will sit here and chat for a while,” Lei Yaotian quickly instructed Monica beside him.
“Very well, Young Master.”
The very ladylike Monica bowed slightly, placed the snacks and milk tea she was holding on the nearby coffee table, then turned and walked into the room inside the mountain to prepare additional snacks.
Lei Yaotian made a gesture of invitation. “Teacher, let’s go over there, sit, and bask in the sunlight.”
Mensa nodded. “Everything here is good, except the temperature is a bit low.”
Half a year had passed, and the temperature on this planet remained between minus 3 degrees and plus 3 degrees. So the climate was generally still quite cold. Even though it was noon and the sunlight was shining on them, Lei Yaotian could still feel the slight chill.
“Are the clansmen living well now?”
The two walked to the recliners placed by the platform edge specifically for enjoying the lake view and sat down. Lei Yaotian poured a cup of steaming milk tea for Elder Mensa and then asked.
“Thank you, Young Master. The clansmen are living well. They lack nothing; Steward Wangcai supplies everything sufficiently.”
Hearing this, Lei Yaotian sighed in relief, having been afraid these beings might feel mistreated.
“Actually, after this incident, our Ikto Race has all come to see things differently. Wealth is external; only life is precious. Although life here is a bit dull, it is far from those complicated disputes, giving our souls rare peace.”
After taking a sip of the hot, fragrant milk tea, closing his eyes contentedly to savor its aroma, Elder Mensa finally looked deeply at the calm lake and spoke softly to Lei Yaotian.
“Teacher, then have you ever thought about leaving this planet if there is a chance in the future?” Lei Yaotian asked curiously.
“Leave?”
Elder Mensa put down his milk tea and looked at Lei Yaotian.
“Even if we could leave here, where could we go?” Elder Mensa’s expression was pained, helpless, and even carried a trace of hatred. “We Iktans have never made enemies with creatures of other civilizations; we have always been honest in our business. Generation after generation, we traveled among various civilizations in the universe, slowly accumulating so much wealth. But in the end…” Elder Mensa said, looking at Lei Yaotian.
“In the end, we ended up like this. Don’t you think it’s tragic?”
Lei Yaotian nodded but said nothing.
“According to the news we received, many of our clansmen outside were either slaughtered by local civilizations or killed by space pirates. So our branch is relatively lucky, at least able to settle down here with you, Young Master. But what about most of our clansmen? Some committed suicide out of despair, while others were deceived by promises of sanctuary from certain civilizations, only to be captured again, tortured, and after their remaining wealth was squeezed dry, sent to some Mineral Planet.”
“Now the entire universe is going crazy because of us, because our wealth is just too much. If I led these clansmen out and encountered other civilization creatures, then I imagine our fate goes without saying. So we cannot leave here, at least not for now.”
“Is there really no room for maneuver in this matter? They only want money; there’s no need to exterminate everyone, is there?” Lei Yaotian felt those civilizations were really going too far.
“Given the circumstances, how could there be any room for maneuver? Too many civilizations covet our wealth, and we Iktans have been indulging in dreams for too long, never expecting such an outcome. If only we had held powerful military forces in our own hands, we wouldn’t have ended up like this.”
Thinking of the past, Elder Mensa could not help but sigh sorrowfully.
Lei Yaotian felt he should not discuss this sad topic with Mensa anymore; it was like rubbing salt in his wound.
“Teacher, let’s change the subject,” Lei Yaotian felt his previous question had been somewhat inappropriate.
“What would you like to talk about? I, old Mensa, have traveled to many places in the universe and have some understanding of many local customs, cultures, and civilization forces. Whatever I know, I can answer you.”
“This is practically a living encyclopedia. It was really the right decision to take them in back then,” Lei Yaotian had always been excited about his decision. Then he asked, “I suppose you know that I am building Warship Factories. These are treasures left to me by my ancestors, since my civilization has vanished now. But I want to live well, and to live safely, I must have the protection of armed forces.”
Mensa nodded. “Correct! Having powerful armed forces is the prerequisite for ensuring one’s safety.” It seemed that after such an experience, Elder Mensa placed much more importance on military matters. So Elder Mensa felt Lei Yaotian’s thinking was not wrong at all; in fact, it should be strengthened.
“But…” Lei Yaotian showed a troubled expression here, and upon seeing it, Mensa quickly said, “If there’s anything troubling you, you can tell me. I, as your teacher, can also advise you properly.”
Hearing this, Lei Yaotian continued, “But after acquiring warships, I will inevitably have to leave this Star Sector. When that time comes, how should I interact with other civilizations? Moreover, the warship technology I possess is not ordinary. Might they have ideas about it? After all, I am just one person.”
Lei Yaotian voiced his worries.