Humanity is missing, luckily I have billions of clones-Chapter 391: Homecoming
Whether it was the G76b and G76d planets he had previously occupied, or the G7 planet previously occupied by the Purple Moon Civilization, regardless of whether they were Earth-like rocky planets or Jupiter-like gas giants, they all met the same fate the moment the supernova explosion occurred.
First to be inflicted upon them was a violent radiation impact, tens of trillions of times stronger than what Tom was experiencing in his current solar system.
These high-energy particles would instantly strip away the atmosphere of Earth-like planets.
Even the planet’s surface would be instantly scorched and melted, causing it to vaporize and then be stripped away again.
Even high mountains like Mount Everest would not be able to withstand the erosion of this violent energy for even a ten-thousandth of a second, disappearing completely in an instant.
The entire rock layer of the entire planet would be completely stripped away.
However, at this moment, the planet was only experiencing the most insignificant part of a Type Ia supernova’s effects.
That’s right, while light radiation and high-energy particle radiation were already violent enough, and sufficient to illuminate the solar system where Tom was currently residing from hundreds of trillions of kilometers away, melt the water ice on the dwarf planets, and stir up stellar activity, their total energy only accounted for about 1% of the total energy released by a Type Ia supernova explosion.
In a Type Ia supernova explosion, 99% of the energy is released in another way.
Shockwave!
Before the explosion, a white dwarf could have a mass of approximately 1.4 times that of the Sun, roughly equivalent to the total mass of 460,000 Earths.
And once it explodes, this total mass, equivalent to 460,000 Earths, would be completely shattered, leaving nothing behind.
These masses could even be accelerated to tens of thousands of kilometers per second, indiscriminately sweeping away all tangible and intangible existences in the vicinity.
Under such a violent impact, what are mere planets?
Whether terrestrial planets or Jupiter-like planets, they would be completely destroyed by this shockwave.
Yes, completely destroyed, nothing would be left.
Even the red giant star, which had a mass several times that of the Sun and had continuously supplied matter to the white dwarf, could not escape the fate of complete destruction.
The distance between it and the white dwarf was too close, and its volume was too immense; a considerable portion of the energy from this supernova explosion was poured into it.
Consequently, the outer atmosphere of this massive star was also easily stripped away, like smoke being dispersed by a strong wind.
Next came its internal hydrogen and helium envelopes, which were under high temperature and pressure.
Losing external pressure, these envelopes also began to expand violently, their density rapidly decreasing and becoming increasingly sparse.
This sparsity, in turn, provided convenience for the stripping action of the supernova explosion.
It was like a large bonfire continuously emitting smoke, with as much smoke as it produced being blown away by the strong wind; as it kept blowing, all that remained of the star was a dense core in a degenerate state.
But even this dense core could not withstand such a violent energy impact, and ultimately, this massive star with a radius of 50 million kilometers completely dissipated under the impact of the supernova explosion.
And all of this took less than a day.
In just one day, a solar system that had existed for over a billion years completely vanished, turning into a superheated, extremely fast, and incredibly bright nebula in space.
It took more than ten days for the nebula to slowly dim, eventually becoming invisible to the naked eye.
But the violent radiation still persisted. Tom hid and continued observing for more than two months, enduring the most intense phase of the supernova explosion.
"If Human Civilization had been in this solar system back then, even if their technological strength had doubled, they wouldn’t have been able to withstand such a violent impact. They would have been completely annihilated."
Tom was filled with emotion as he looked at the data he had collected from this supernova explosion.
The current radiation was still strong, but it had weakened considerably compared to before and was now tolerable. Consequently, one by one, the spaceships protected by thick "sunshades" on the dwarf planets took off again and rejoined the main fleet.
"It’s time to pick up Heimerlan and the others."
The massive fleet set sail again, gradually departing from this solar system.
"The nebula, composed of white dwarf and stellar material, is only expanding at 3% - 5% of light speed.
It will take over 100 years to reach this solar system. At that time, this solar system will have to endure another bombardment, and that one will be much stronger than the current one.
Who knows what this solar system will be stirred into then.
But all of this has nothing to do with me. Let’s go, let’s go, it’s time to go..."
With slow acceleration, Tom’s fleet once again reached a speed of 87% of light speed, spending decades slowly approaching the solar system where the Green Light Clan used to be, and where Heimerlan and the others now resided.
"Are you planning to stay in this solar system, or move somewhere else?"
"It’s quite good here. For now, we won’t move."
"Alright."
Tom nodded solemnly: "In that case, goodbye. I wish you and your people all the best in the future.
If the Green Light Clan needs my help in the future, I will not hesitate to give my life." 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝓮𝒘𝙚𝙗𝒏𝙤𝙫𝓮𝒍.𝓬𝒐𝙢
"To have you as a friend is the good fortune of all our Green Light Clan members. Then, goodbye. The future is long and arduous; I wish you a safe journey."
"Brother Tom..."
Blue’s words were filled with reluctance.
Tom smiled: "My current strength is still too weak. If you follow me, the danger is too great.
When my strength grows in the future, to the point where I can even travel with a white dwarf, I will definitely come for you. At that time, your Green Light Clan will no longer need to worry about being threatened by other civilizations."
"Okay, Brother Tom, I’ll wait for you. You must come, don’t forget us."
Tom said solemnly: "Don’t worry, that’s my promise."
"Then, goodbye, goodbye."
"Goodbye."
The high-gravity spaceship carrying the entire Green Light Clan, as well as a fleet led by another group of intelligent beings, departed from the main fleet and began to decelerate towards the dim white dwarf.
Upon arrival, the Green Light Clan would return to that white dwarf, and this intelligent being fleet would pick up Heimerlan and others.
The main fleet would continue to advance at a lower speed, waiting for Heimerlan’s fleet to catch up.
This way, Tom would be able to escape a greater distance in a shorter amount of time.
He had not forgotten that, besides the threat of the supernova explosion, the biggest threat came from the Destroyer Civilization.
It would be bad if the Destroyer Civilization, enraged by the Red Star Alliance’s escape, decided to deal with him, the culprit who caused the supernova explosion.
He needed to escape at least a thousand light-years away to feel a little safer.
As for the future fate of the Red Star Alliance... he had already done everything he could. Whatever situation they faced, it was no longer something he could interfere with in the slightest.
Time quietly slipped away. After continuing uninterrupted scientific research and traveling at 70% of light speed for about 100 years, Tom finally received the anticipated signal.
Heimerlan and the others had been successfully picked up. The returning fleet was catching up at 87% of light speed.
Tom then began to accelerate the main fleet. When the main fleet’s speed also reached 87% of light speed, it converged with the returning fleet.
The two fleets once again merged into one.
Inside Flagship One’s residential spaceship, Tom, controlling the "Head of State" clone, personally attended the welcoming ceremony for Heimerlan and the others.
With colorful flags waving and gongs and drums resounding, over ninety thousand intelligent beings led by Heimerlan appeared amidst the cheers of countless people.
Before the camera, Heimerlan burst into tears.
The Head of State clone, wearing a light spacesuit, smiled and stepped forward, firmly grasping Heimerlan’s hand.
"Head of State, I’m back."
"Welcome home, heroes of our Human Civilization."
This scene, through the camera, was transmitted to every race, into the eyes of every intelligent being. At this moment, every eye that looked at Heimerlan and the others was filled with respect.
Tom had long since written the deeds of Heimerlan and the others into textbooks, teaching every child and encouraging them to learn from heroes like Heimerlan. He also produced a large number of documentaries, films, and TV dramas to promote the achievements of heroes like Heimerlan.
At this moment, every intelligent being already knew that if Heimerlan and the others had not risked death to cross tens of light-years of star-sea to bring back reinforcements, Human Civilization would have already been completely annihilated.
Such achievements, no matter what honors or commendations were bestowed, would not be excessive!
Of course, Tom also did not forget the heroes who could not reach the Green Light Clan’s solar system with Heimerlan, but instead perished in the star-sea.
Whether they chose to self-destruct because they could not escape the Purple Moon Civilization’s pursuit, or they escaped the pursuit but failed to reach their destination later due to unknown reasons, they were all heroes.
The cosmos was too vast, and Tom still could not confirm what happened to those who escaped the pursuit but ultimately failed to reach their target solar system, what malfunctions their spaceships encountered, or where their remains drifted.
In the highest-ranking, most central residential spaceship, Tom solemnly built cenotaphs for the approximately 900,000 heroes, holding regular memorial services to express his sorrow.
The honors and treatment that should have been given to them were also transferred to their families.
After grand celebrations, commemorations, and memorial ceremonies, the leaders and Deputy Prime Ministers of various races, including the high-ranking officials of the Human Race—of course, these officials were actually clones controlled by Tom—and others, once again gathered in the Human Building.
Vasilolo, the Viller Race leader, stood up solemnly and brought up the first item on today’s general meeting agenda: "Esteemed Head of State, I wish to resign from the position of Viller Race leader and let Heimerlan assume the role of Viller Race leader.
Over these years, Heimerlan has not only made outstanding contributions to our Human Civilization but has also demonstrated extraordinary judgment and leadership. I feel ashamed of my inferiority.
I believe that under Heimerlan’s leadership, our Viller Race will develop even better and make greater contributions to our Human Civilization.
I hope the Head of State will approve."
Giving Heimerlan a higher position and allowing him to pursue his ambitions was a promise Tom had made long ago. But even without this promise, Vasilolo would have willingly given up the position.
However, Tom smiled and shook his head.
"No, the position of Viller Race leader, in my opinion, suits you very well."
Tom’s words startled all the attendees. Only Heimerlan remained calmly smiling, as if he had expected it.
Tom continued: "Of course, Heimerlan is no longer suitable for his current position; he needs a higher platform to exercise his talents.
I have decided that, starting today, Heimerlan will be promoted to the position of Deputy Prime Minister of Human Civilization, with his main area of responsibility being the daily development, work, and life affairs of all races except the Human Race."
At this moment, all attendees were stunned.
Deputy Prime Minister!
In charge of the daily development, work, and life affairs of all races except the Human Race!
This meant that Heimerlan’s influence from now on would not be limited to just the Viller Race, but he would have leadership over all races!
He would become the direct leader of over 110 billion people across all races!
Perhaps in a few more years, this number would climb to over 300 billion. At that time, the population managed by Heimerlan would be no less than that of the Havilah Civilization at its peak!
But...
Heimerlan had already proven his leadership abilities.
With the Head of State present, there was no need to worry about him being too partial to his own race.
Then... having such a leader, perhaps our race will develop even better in the future.
Whoosh—
Warm applause instantly erupted.
Heimerlan stood up and solemnly bowed to Tom, saying: "Please rest assured, Head of State. In my new position, I will make even greater contributions to our Human Civilization."
Tom smiled and nodded, also offering applause.
He, however, secretly let out a sigh of relief.
"Managing over twenty races and over a hundred billion intelligent beings is no easy task; I don’t know how much energy it has wasted over the years.
Now it’s good, there’s finally a suitable person with enough prestige who can help me take on this burden..."
As for betraying him, Tom was not worried in the slightest.
All basic industries, military, computing power, spaceships, and so on were under his control; Heimerlan simply had no ability to betray him.
His only path was to honestly help him manage these intelligent beings and contribute to the development of Human Civilization.
Tom’s massive fleet continued to advance at 87% of light speed. Ahead lay a long journey of over a thousand years.
