This is really not mechanical ascension
Chapter 859 - 444 High-level Life Form Union 1st Routine Meeting_2

Chapter 859: Chapter 444 High-level Life Form Union 1st Routine Meeting_2

Middle-aged appearance, with thin, long black mustache, scalp scattered, pupils violet, calm expression, "Good day, everyone."

He sat in place and did not stand up, appeared casual, yet no one dared to criticize.

Master of Black Hole Hall--Gusta, reputed as the person closest to the Ultimate Life Form.

Li Ming looked at him; he was familiar with all ten of them, especially this Gusta.

He is a Genetic Evolution Body, supposedly has accommodated at least three X Level Gene Seeds, some say it’s four...

Not only is his strength unfathomable, but he has intricate ties with the Black Hole Network, reportedly able to directly contact the core of the Black Hole Network.

Black Hole Hall is a small elite-style Black Hole Network, akin to the Mechanic Association but more closely knit and streamlined.

Whether in known or unknown Life Forms, whether in his own forces or inherent strength, this guy should belong to the strongest batch.

Brother paused and continued: "Second, Dusk Hermit, Secret Mage, Void Explorer--Anatoli..."

This figure resembles an old man, hair gray but neatly combed back, skin slightly yellowish, eyes akin to snake pupils, he smiles gently, "Good day, everyone."

Li Ming’s gaze flickered, head of Twilight Council, this Twilight Council isn’t some rogue organization, it has a close relationship with the Federation, some even say it’s the shadow government of the Federation.

"Third, Wanderer, Giant King--Perkins."

The virtual projection appeared right beside Li Ming, with a gigantic chair built just for him, skin crimson, height over ten meters, purebred Red Giant.

Head of the largest interstellar mercenary group--Giant Axe, under his command, the Giant Army is highly renowned; notably, this person is a female Red Giant.

Li Ming couldn’t help but twitch at the sight of the chest larger than his entire body.

Next, the members all appeared, each a well-known high figure.

"Fourth, Defender--Axel..."

"Fifth, Star Gate Master, Space Controller--Anduin..."

"Sixth, Shadow Queen--Sener"

"Seventh, Shadow Lord, Glimpse Seeker, Charmer--Akron"

What surprised Li Ming was, he wasn’t the last.

"Eighth, Divine Craftsman, Shadowless, King Slayer, Azure Dragon..."

Suddenly, everybody’s gaze converged, even in virtual projection, Li Ming could feel the nearly tangible scrutiny.

The virtual projection captured his whole figure; he initially intended to blur his appearance.

Yet found that all other high-level Life Forms had not blurred their appearances, so he opted not to blur his either.

"Good day, everyone."

He smiled, tone calm, the Life Forms that had descended all nodded.

Numerous Supervisors dared not discuss, merely discreetly watching him.

Many were curious about him; judging by age, he is the high-level Life Form that rose to fame the "shortest", his strength was deemed either unfathomable or mediocre.

No one could fathom his reality, mystery is his biggest label, Shadowless this nickname came accordingly, even his shadow couldn’t be found.

And the King Slayer title is likely due to Ryan’s indirect downfall because of him.

Such a title must be substantiated by corresponding deeds and recognized by the public; also, each evolution to a new Life Form stage nullifies the title of the previous stage.

It’s not something one can casually name and be mentioned in official occasions.

Because of the Ryan incident, many suspected he was an Empire person, deliberately promoted to control the interstellar situation, able to be invited to join the High-level Life Form Union was due to this reason.

But everyone present was astute; regardless of their thoughts, their expression remained calm.

"Tenth, Rose Dew, Queen of All Women--Bellamina!"

She was the third woman, an interstellar human, with an elegant figure, breathtaking beauty, delicate chin slightly raised, "Good day, everyone--"

All ten descended, expressions varied, the atmosphere nearly dead in silence.

Li Ming pondered, among these people, although many held gray industries, none had engaged in large-scale interstellar slaughter.

The so-called indiscriminate killing was from others’ standpoints, already counted as Order Keeper.

The Empire had meticulously selected them.

Due to the high precision of the virtual projection in the live meeting, even the beads of sweat on Brother’s forehead were clearly visible.

He gulped, his heart tingling, but as an official of the Empire, he hardened his resolve and said: "The first meeting of the High-level United Organization needs to discuss many details."

"The High-level United Organization determines certain foreseeable events and action plans by voting rights."

"A Chairman will be appointed, along with two Vice Chairmen; the Chairman holds three votes, while the Vice Chairmen hold two votes. A decision requires more than half of the votes, and a ruling requires over ten votes, and all members must exhaust every effort to promote and cooperate..."

"...Additionally..."

The rest were just details, including prohibitions against making rulings that violated interstellar laws.

Everyone’s expressions remained unchanged; they probably already knew the specifics, and even the selections had been decided, personally appointed by the Empire.

"Currently, given the organization’s nascence and crude framework, the first Chairman is Lord Gusta," Brother announced.

"It is my honor," Gusta nodded faintly, his gaze lowered.

"The Vice Chairmen are Lords Anatoli and Perkins."

"It is an honor," Anatoli nodded slightly, while Perkins, with his enormous blood-red pupils scanning the surroundings with an oppressive air, thundered: "Truly deserved."

Gusta is acknowledged as strong, and the other two are not much different.

Brother continued, "The other seven members are Council members, and only the Council has the power to make rulings; even if the High-level Life Form Union expands, the number of Council seats remains the same."

"When can we expand to incorporate more High-level Life Forms?" Gusta immediately asked.

Brother’s face slightly stiffened, as no one had informed him about such a question beforehand.

He paused for a moment before answering, "When the time is right, the High-level Life Form Union will naturally be able to expand."

This seemingly perfunctory answer made Gusta nod in agreement.

Li Ming clicked his tongue, thinking to himself how one’s position indeed determines one’s standpoint; the organization had just been established, yet there was already a bit of confrontation.

They certainly wouldn’t be able to expand in the short term; not only would the other civilizations be unwilling, but the Empire would also be reluctant.

"One more matter, how are the Council seats decided?" Anatoli asked with a smile.

Feeling a chill under that pair of snake-like eyes, Brother responded unnaturally, "There’s currently no set policy."

"This matter is worth discussing," Anatoli said, glancing around, before adding:

"We are High-level Life Forms, at the forefront of cosmic evolution. The Council will wield tremendous power to shake the interstellar landscape, and each vote should represent a Life Form at the cutting edge of the evolutionary path."

"Therefore, I propose that Council seats should be decided through a challenge system."

Anatoli then looked at Gusta, "What do you think, Mr. Chairman?"

"Good proposal, let’s vote by show of hands," Gusta said without even glancing at Brother’s sour expression, "I agree."

This was also something outside the plan; this meeting was meant to be a mere formality, and no one had intended for them to start the first vote immediately.

But this kind of voting only decided the internal succession of the Council, not the external one. Brother wanted to speak but found he couldn’t stop it, as the surrounding Supervisors exchanged glances.

"I agree."

"I also agree."

Counting the votes of one main and two Vice Chairmen already yielded seven votes.

"I agree," Li Ming said, drawing a look of hidden astonishment, followed by thoughtful gazes.

This proposal naturally passed unanimously, everyone having great confidence in themselves.

"Five years..." Brother suddenly shouted, his voice trembling, "Within five years, the Council seats will not be replaced!"

If he didn’t speak up, he’d be in trouble when he returned.

Gusta remained calm, and the others stayed silent, just as expected.

The Empire had not yet reaped enough benefits from this matter and naturally wouldn’t allow the Council seats to be replaced arbitrarily.

This made Li Ming even more curious as to why Adam had invited him here; he knew his own qualifications were insufficient.

"Next, let’s proceed with the first...no, the second proposal..." Brother hurriedly spoke up, not daring to delay any longer.

Li Ming’s eyes shifted slightly, and the expressions of others also changed a bit, as they weren’t aware there was a second proposal.