"First, they produced a truly epoch-making genius, or even several, launching a new round of technological revolution."
"Impossible," Jing Mingqiu gently shook his head. "No matter what kind of genius appears, it's impossible to change the fact that meteorological controllers require the development of a vast amount of prerequisite technology, and the United States has no relevant research."
The supreme leader paused. "This! Then the second possibility is that they excavated ruins from an ancient civilization and restored this technology from them."
"This is indeed possible," Jing Mingqiu nodded slightly. "I observed it through satellite imagery, and the United States' meteorological controller has a lot of old and discarded parts, which strongly suggests restoration."
"However, if they suddenly discovered ancient ruins, they should have other technological advancements as well. It feels a bit strange to only have a solitary meteorological controller."
The supreme leader nodded gently. "This is indeed a major point of doubt. To be honest, the United States hasn't made any significant technological progress in many years. If they had been excavating ancient ruins for a long time, it shouldn't be like this."
"In that case, the third possibility is the most likely: the United States is colluding with aliens. The technology for meteorological controllers might be beyond humanity's current capabilities, but that doesn't mean aliens from other planets can't do it."
The supreme leader said worriedly, "But if that's truly the case, and the United States has betrayed humanity and colluded with foreign enemies, then it will be truly troublesome!"
"It's not that troublesome," Jing Mingqiu said dismissively. "If he pulled out terrifying weapons like a two-dimensional foil or a star destroyer, I might be a bit wary. A meteorological controller, even in its fully powered state, is merely a product of a Level 1 civilization."
"Even if I don't intervene, with humanity's current technological level, it would be difficult for them to completely conquer Earth. Otherwise, they wouldn't resort to such despicable methods as finding collaborators."
The supreme leader wasn't very knowledgeable about technology, but he was adept at handling politics and human nature. He immediately reacted, "Indeed, if they were strong enough, they could have directly brought their armies to bear. They wouldn't need to sneak around doing these things."
"Oh, right, Mingqiu, you mentioned Level 1 civilization just now. How are civilizations generally classified? And what level is human civilization currently at?"
Jing Mingqiu scratched his head. "The classification of civilizations is primarily based on the level of energy they can control and utilize."
"Energy is the fundamental basis for everything. The previous technological revolutions of humanity were essentially energy revolutions. From human and animal power to coal-fired power, and then to modern nuclear energy. According to projections, current human civilization is around 0.7."
"Only 0.7?" The supreme leader could hardly believe his ears. "Mingqiu, with your help, we've already mastered controllable nuclear fusion devices and can travel in space at any time, yet we're not even considered a Level 1 civilization."
Jing Mingqiu spread his hands. "0.7 is already quite high. If I hadn't provided so much advanced technology, modern human civilization would be at most 0.5. Keep in mind, a Level 1 cosmic civilization is also known as a planetary civilization."
"Upon reaching Level 1 civilization, a civilization can not only mine and utilize almost all the energy on its home planet but also arbitrarily control the planet's climate, land, and various natural phenomena."
"Simply put, a planetary civilization is the master of its planet, possessing the powers that are attributed to gods in myths."
Jing Mingqiu spoke calmly, but the supreme leader listened with a trembling heart. "Mingqiu, according to your explanation, the alien civilization colluding with the United States has already reached Level 1. Even if we win, we might only achieve a Pyrrhic victory."
"No," Jing Mingqiu shook his head dismissively. "Level 1 civilizations are only strong on their home planet and can barely achieve interstellar travel."
"To freely leave their planet, travel between planets at will, explore, and colonize, one must at least reach Level 2 cosmic civilization."
"As for more advanced civilizations, these are beyond humanity's current imaginative capacity and are difficult to describe with words. We can discuss them after human civilization reaches Level 2."
The supreme leader sighed softly. "Mingqiu, I appreciate your good intentions. By the time humanity reaches Level 2, I might already be gone..."
"Impossible," Jing Mingqiu said with utmost confidence. "With me here, the speed of improvement in human lifespan will surely outpace the rate of human aging. Boss, you will definitely live to see humanity become a Level 2 civilization, or even Level 3, Level 4, and even the highest Level 9 civilization!"
Midway through his statement, a terrifying thought flashed through Jing Mingqiu's mind: Could the entire system that suddenly appeared on me be the product of an advanced civilization? Nothing falls from the sky for free; if he's given me such great benefits, what is his intention?
I am just an ordinary person; I am not worth them plotting against me like this. If this is the case, they are likely plotting against human civilization. If human civilization becomes accustomed to the technology I provide and abandons its independent research capabilities.
What if one day, this system suddenly disappears, or it embeds a trap within the research results it provides? At best, human civilization would stagnate; at worst, it would be directly wiped out.
The United States suddenly producing an epoch-making meteorological controller, there is a fourth possibility: they also have someone who obtained a system.
Jing Mingqiu shared his speculation with the supreme leader. Although the system shielded its information, this kind of thing had happened many times before, and the supreme leader roughly understood his meaning.
"You don't need to worry about this. I've already considered it. In urgent situations, flexibility is key. Compared to future dangers, it is more important to alleviate the suffering of the people of Longguo from illness and allow them to live happy lives."
"As for losing research capabilities, you don't need to worry. I won't put all my eggs in one basket. Besides utilizing the various black technologies you've developed, Mingqiu, there are also many scientists conducting their own independent research."
"Furthermore, because of the various black technologies you've developed, Mingqiu, the national strength of Longguo has been enhanced. Those independent research scientists have received ample resources, and their research speed has increased significantly."
The supreme leader paused. "As for the possibility of someone in the United States having a system similar to yours, it is indeed possible. I will immediately arrange for people to investigate..."
"Boss, it's useless for you to arrange for people to investigate!" Jing Mingqiu suddenly spoke, interrupting the supreme leader.
"No one knows what kind of system he obtained. What if it's a hypnosis and brainwashing type, and they directly turn your dispatched people into his? That would be even more troublesome!"
"It's more reliable for me to go personally. Boss, rest assured, I know what I'm doing and won't put myself in danger."
After speaking, without waiting for the supreme leader to reply, Jing Mingqiu activated the anti-gravity device on his mecha at full power, and his entire figure instantly transformed into a streak of rainbow light, breaking through the sky.
Barely two hours later, Jing Mingqiu landed on a small hill and gazed into the distance.
He could just catch a glimpse of the lightning controller within the US test base, which was currently absorbing energy.
Jing Mingqiu released Cang Yue, patted her small head, and said, "Yue'er, prepare to execute Plan B. Let's first test its capabilities..."