Chapter 1 The “Discrimination Transformation” Movement

Gao Ting Star was the first pilot area for the Godora “Discrimination Transformation” plan. Regardless of purebloods or mixed-bloods, all Godorans focused their attention on Gao Ting, wanting to know the specific methods of Seiler V.

Under the watchful eyes of everyone, a giant flagship of the Crystal Civilization arrived at Gao Ting Star. It used some kind of instrument to release an invisible mental undercurrent toward the entire planet. Seiler V claimed that Crystal was using a secret star cluster-level technology instrument to extensively transform the thoughts of Godorans. He repeatedly assured the public that this instrument was very reliable. In reality, this was just a disguise he had agreed upon with Crystal, making it seem like a big deal and establishing that this was Crystal's assistance, reducing public unease.

The key figure in truly implementing the discrimination transformation was naturally Loseline, who displayed her abilities to the fullest in front of Han Xiao for the first time. The large-scale mental undercurrent released by the Crystal flagship toward Gao Ting Star was actually using a device specifically designed to enhance mental strength to amplify Loseline's Esper ability, greatly increasing its coverage.

Psychics also have hypnosis and brainwashing techniques, but their precision and scope cannot compare to Loseline's Esper ability, [Thought Contagion]. Her Esper ability is a shallow form of brainwashing. The process is very gentle and is completed imperceptibly. It does not involve one's personality itself, but rather gives the target a new perspective on things. It can even be understood as Loseline opening up a new angle for the target to view the world. This Esper ability is suitable for preaching and shaping ideas.

The transformation project lasted for two days. The fat宅 (féi zhái, otaku) of Gao Ting were originally apprehensive, but as time passed, they didn't notice any changes in their thoughts and gradually became puzzled, even thinking that it had no effect.

Two days later, the Crystal flagship withdrew. All Godorans were paying attention to the effects of the pilot project. The internet was full of topics about Gao Ting Star, with the whole population participating, curiously asking.

"Are there any Gao Ting residents who can come out and talk about their feelings?"

"I don't think there's any change. Is it just me?"

"No, I'm also from Gao Ting, and I don't feel any different."

"Did it fail?"

"Uh, I don't know if you guys have the same feeling. I initially thought it had no effect either, but just now, I took the initiative to chat with a mixed-blood friend. Originally, I had some subtle rejection toward him in my heart, but just now when I saw him, I was surprisingly calm and even thought he was handsome... cough cough, anonymous, I don't want him to find out."

"Is that so? I'm not quite the same as you. I also have a mixed-blood friend. Originally, I thought he was quite ugly, but when I had a video chat with him just now, although I still think he's ugly, the occasional feeling of disgust is gone."

The Godoran people gradually understood the changes in the residents of Gao Ting—the transformed individuals retained their own personalities and even knew what kind of changes had occurred in themselves.

This result reassured the Godorans a lot, at least their minds were not forcibly twisted.

Seiler V had been paying attention to the public's reaction. Seeing this, he held another press conference, emphasizing that this "Discrimination Transformation" plan was harmless and letting the public know about their own changes, respecting individuals' right to know, and so on.

At the same time, the official authorities were also secretly guiding public opinion, trying to make people feel that accepting mixed-bloods was Godora's absolutely unchanging policy. Since there was no way to change the general trend, perhaps changing oneself was a good choice, which could make the social atmosphere better.

The success of the pilot project and the control of public opinion did reduce the vigilance of some of the people. Some even approved of this idea—accepting the transformation, making those mixed-bloods who are displeasing no longer disgusting, which could make daily life more harmonious.

With the first success, Seiler V also gained confidence. After observing for a long time and confirming through various means that the residents of Gao Ting had no aftereffects, he finally put his mind at ease and vigorously promoted the plan, allowing all Godoran colony stars to undergo the transformation one by one.

The Godorans called this event the "Discrimination Transformation Movement."

The pureblood hardliners were powerful and influential. Even if the discrimination transformation had no aftereffects, they were unwilling to accept it. So, they used their power and influence to start creating external obstacles for Seiler V.

The network of connections of the upper class was activated, even causing the government's operation to become sluggish. The hardliners incited public opinion to smear Seiler V, saying that he was a madman, even more insane than DarkStar, and was leading Godora to its grave, becoming a slave of advanced civilizations.

Many people were guided by public opinion and became very angry, saying that the government was changing their thoughts without asking for their opinions. What did they think they were? Seiler V's reputation on the internet plummeted, and he was even called "DarkStar Second-Generation Leader."

But Seiler V was not angry but happy. He took this opportunity to publicly explain. Regardless of whether the people believed it or not, this was an opportunity. As long as the posture was achieved, he could shape his own image.

Some conspiracy theorists naturally did not listen to the explanation and jumped even more happily. Seiler V was not polite with them and asked people to invite them for tea to keep them quiet.

He didn't care about these slanderous remarks. In his opinion, these were all growing pains. When the plan was completed, the entire interstellar society would naturally have a very high opinion of him, and he would become the greatest ruler in Godora's history.

Seeing that public opinion was not very useful, the upper class secretly funded high-ranking officials within the government, hoping to impeach Seiler V and find ways to replace him with another leader.

Unfortunately, since entering the interstellar era, Godora had already taken back a lot of the nobility's privileges. Moreover, Godora was a hereditary system, and the system was not democratic. Seiler V also had the support of Crystal, and his position was as solid as a rock. So, facing the counterattack of the upper class, Seiler V scoffed—please, you guys are very weak.

Seiler V was unwilling to waste time on political maneuvering. So, he directly met with many of the hardliners in the upper class, with a very tough attitude: If you guys make trouble again, you will have to return all the benefits the government gave you in the past, and double them. From now on, you can stay wherever it's cool.

The upper class was intimidated. Seeing that various methods could not stop the discrimination transformation movement, they realized that they were powerless to turn the tide. So, they changed the content of their protest, believing that if purebloods had to accept transformation, then mixed-bloods should also accept transformation, otherwise there would be hidden dangers.

Mixed-bloods had been oppressed for a long time and accumulated resentment. After research, some rebellious mixed-bloods were indifferent to the discrimination transformation movement, believing that purebloods had discriminated against them for so many years, causing so many tragedies. Now they were saying that they didn't discriminate anymore, wanting to write off all the old debts. There was no such thing.

Seiler V did not ignore this. Mixed-bloods also had to accept transformation, treating everyone equally.

The Godora Discrimination Transformation Movement was in full swing and also caused a sensation in the interstellar community. The small star cluster-level civilization successfully dominated the news headlines for a period of time. Even several star cluster-level civilizations in the Shattered Star Ring were curiously watching.

The government brainwashing all its citizens was too rare.

Countless interstellar reporters flocked to the scene. Seiler V simply held a press conference, answering the questions that these reporters were most interested in.

A day later, these well-known media outlets released their respective reports. One of the reports became popular throughout the interstellar community and received the most recognition.

In the report, Seiler V received positive reviews and was praised to the heavens. The reporter believed that the discrimination transformation movement was a powerful remedy that was just right for the chronic disease of bloodline conflict. Only a leader with such courage as Seiler V would dare to implement this seemingly crazy plan, which, although currently facing many obstacles, was actually beneficial to the future of the civilization.

In the report, Seiler V was portrayed as a leader with great talent and strategy, a long-term vision, and great courage.

The report also interviewed many Godoran mixed-bloods who were wandering outside. Many people revealed their intention to return to Godora. The reporter called this phenomenon the "Godora Great Unification Trend." The ideals that DarkStar had failed to achieve were instead achieved by Seiler V, and he did it even better. The reporter thought it was very dramatic.

The Crystal Civilization also received warmhearted and responsible evaluations, willing to step in to solve the internal conflicts of the civilizations under its jurisdiction, and its credibility was improved—this also caused an unexpected surprise, indirectly allowing Crystal's regional support in the three border star systems to recover.

The report also mentioned Han Xiao, believing that his capture of the DarkStar leader some time ago was the root cause of all of this, bringing Godora and Crystal closer, indirectly triggering the Discrimination Transformation Movement.

Although outsiders did not know that the Discrimination Transformation Movement was actually the result of Han Xiao's behind-the-scenes orchestration, this report did not forget him, believing that BlackStar was also indispensable, sharing the credit with him and making his reputation in the interstellar community more positive.

Han Xiao also saw this report and felt quite comfortable in his heart... Sure enough, the eyes of the masses are discerning!

In his previous life, no players completed the [Bloodline] mission. Godora's bloodline conflict continued to fester. Although there were no more star system-level terrorist organizations similar to DarkStar, the increasingly acute internal conflicts made the upward channels for mixed-bloods less and less. They were all people at the bottom of society, which led to a large-scale loss of mixed-blood talent, while also giving rise to many rebel forces, with endless internal strife.

If it weren't for the mission, Han Xiao wouldn't have cared about Godora's internal conflicts. His original intention was just to do the mission and get the reward, but the incidental result seemed to be a great good deed for the ages.

The current Godora government had done what its nemesis DarkStar had failed to do. Han Xiao couldn't help but have a whim, wanting to see how the DarkStar leader would react to this.

...

Rainbow Prison was an independent interstellar fortress, suspended in the universe, heavily guarded.

Han Xiao was now unimpeded in Godora. Not to mention a prison, even Seiler V's boudoir could be entered without hindrance. He applied to visit Rainbow Prison, and Godora agreed without saying a word.

The BlackLight Stealth arrived at Rainbow Prison and stopped at the airport dock. The warden came out to greet him directly.

"It is my honor to meet you, esteemed Gorl Medal hero, Friend of Godora, Your Excellency BlackStar."

The warden was respectful.

"I would like to visit the DarkStar members in Rainbow Prison and talk to the DarkStar leader. I'll trouble you, Warden."

Han Xiao smiled slightly.

"Please follow me."

The warden led the way in front, and Han Xiao followed him into Rainbow Prison.

Along the way, they passed cell after cell, all of which were DarkStar members. Han Xiao also saw Degulish, a former DarkStar executive. This guy was covered in electromagnetic shackles, his expression numb and sluggish. At a glance, it was clear that he was living a very happy life here.

After touring around, Han Xiao came to the most heavily guarded cell, where the DarkStar leader was imprisoned.

The warden personally opened the cell door, reached out and invited Han Xiao in. He himself stayed outside with discretion, leaving the two of them alone to communicate.

Han Xiao walked into the cell, and the cell door closed behind him. Darkness enveloped him. He casually summoned a floating guardian, which turned into a light source, illuminating the room.

The DarkStar leader was sitting in the corner. The dejected temperament had disappeared. He stared at Han Xiao, his eyes very complicated.

"It's you?"

"It's me, I'm here, I'm still here... I've answered the three questions you're going to ask next all at once. Can we talk about something else?" Han Xiao rolled his eyes.

The DarkStar leader was speechless. Why do you like to block people's words?

At this time, the DarkStar leader suddenly realized that he and BlackStar had been enemies for so long, and this was the first time they had had a formal chat. He immediately had a feeling that things had changed.

Although it is said that the person who knows a person best is his opponent, the DarkStar leader found that he actually knew almost nothing about BlackStar. He didn't know what kind of person this guy who had single-handedly destroyed DarkStar was.