Star Iron, my clone is taking over Onpharos

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What else is she preparing?

Katniss stepped forward and stopped Tian from moving.

"Alright, let's look at the specific battle details later."

The tragic nature of the battlefield would definitely affect the atmosphere among those present. Katniss felt that if the video were released, the elders would completely turn to side with Aglaia.

Seeing Katniss's actions, Tian breathed a sigh of relief.

Fortunately, this woman thought the same thing as Aya.

The video will not be released.

Otherwise, if Tian were to release a video, she would have nothing to show.

Chapter 50 Debate [First Update]

With the battle so intense, how could Tian possibly have time to film a video?

Aglaia was using this to trick Katniss.

“Since you don’t want to watch the video, let’s continue talking about what happened in Suspended Peak City.” Aglaia continued to speak eloquently. “The reason we didn’t capture Nicardi’s Fire Seed immediately was for another reason. At that time, the Blade of Divine Retribution was aiming at Ohmar. Were we going to abandon Ohmar and focus on capturing the Fire Seed?”

Ohmma was in danger at that time!?

Upon hearing this news, the elders of the Senate turned their gazes toward Katniss.

You didn't tell us this earlier?

“Ms. Aglaia, please tell us the details of what happened.” An elder asked Aglaia.

“Okay.” Aglaia gave a general account of what happened in Suspended Edge City. However, she focused on the Edge of Heavenly Punishment and emphasized the dangers involved.

After finishing her presentation, Aglaia concluded:

"In short, I believe that guarding against the attack of the Divine Punishment's Edge was the top priority for Wan Di and his men at that time. They were meritorious in this matter, not guilty."

"What evidence do you have?" Katniss insisted, but at this moment Bai Yuan had already silently raised the Heavenly Punishment Blade in his hand, ready to throw it.

Aglaia gently made a blocking gesture.

This was a charade between the two; they couldn't actually throw the Heavenly Punishment Blade. Katniss was still strong enough; if she really threw it, she could catch the greatsword.

"This Blade of Divine Punishment is in Bai Yuan's hands. After the meeting here ends, I will have the master craftsman Hattonus personally verify this greatsword. If you still have doubts about it at the Citizens' Assembly, I will have Hattonus explain."

Aglaia stated, "Even the fire of the Titans cannot compare to the safety of the citizens of Ohm."

Her words naturally earned applause from a large portion of the senators. Compared to the emptiness of power, one's own safety was of utmost importance.

"About the lost Titan Spark," Katniss said, still unwilling to give up.

"Regarding this matter, I will continue to hunt down that dark monster. The operation was unsuccessful due to insufficient intelligence. For this, I am willing to make a self-criticism at the Citizens' Assembly." Aglaia readily admitted her mistake.

Her attitude garnered nods of approval from most of the elders present.

Katniss's expression was somewhat unpleasant. She had originally intended for Aglaia to step down, but now it had turned into Aglaia giving a self-criticism. Moreover, this self-criticism wouldn't damage her authority; it would actually enhance her image.

“Aya…” Tibo quietly watched Aglaia’s debate. Although she felt that her words might be more about debating techniques, at least in terms of language, they were no longer simply cold, purely rational, and devoid of humanity.

“I never expected you to say that, Aglaia.” Katniss gritted her teeth. Then her gaze fell on the white instrument Liu Yinsaner 2 wine standing to the side.

“We’ll discuss Aglaia’s matter at the Citizens’ Assembly.” After saying that, Katniss looked at Bai Yuan: “Next, we need to investigate the matter concerning Citizen Bai Yuan.”

coming!

Bai Yuan and Xia Die thought to themselves at the same time. Then the two of them took a step towards Katniss. Xia Die had longer legs, so her step was longer than Bai Yuan's, and she was subtly protecting Bai Yuan behind her.

Kaines pretended not to see their movements and continued, “Gentlemen, you should have heard stories about the Golden Age from poems since you were young. At that time, Onpharos had hundreds of city-states, each with its own culture. Not now, where everyone can live in this corner of the Holy City, watching the Black Tide slowly encroach upon them, watching the Golden Blood embark on their fire-chasing journey without knowing what the future holds.”

Hearing her say that, the atmosphere in the room became somber.

Xia Die immediately spoke up: "Your Excellency Kayneth, the Golden Blood's journey to pursue fire follows divine decree and is the most effective way to resolve the Black Tide of Onpharos. We believe that the journey to pursue fire will surely succeed in the future."

“I don’t trust you. Just as you never trust me.” Katniss continued, “I’d rather believe in returning to the Golden Age than in some unknown Re-creation.”

As she spoke, she tried to get closer to Bai Yuan, Ling Er, and Er Yi! Lin. However, Xia Die stepped forward directly, and Katniss, not daring to touch her, quickly retreated.

But Katniss continued, pointing at Hakugen, "Hakugen, a citizen, is a boy who came to Ohma from the unknown village of Crete. In him, we can see another possibility. Absorbing strife and resisting death, this power that does not belong to the Golden Blood shows us another possibility."

"If everyone could become like this, then we could ignore the Three Titans of Calamity. In that case, the Three Titans of Calamity would have no effect on us, and the Golden Age would return to our world. Elders, don't you look forward to witnessing the return of the Golden Age?"

"Citizen Bai Yuan, for the sake of the [Golden Age], we need to examine your body to obtain your secrets. Rest assured, we will not harm your body. As a citizen of Ohma, you would also like to see everyone like you, wouldn't you?"

“This is ineffective,” Xia Die hurriedly said. “Elders, Bai Yuan’s physical condition cannot be detected by examination. This matter was personally examined by Feng Jin of the Hunguang Courtyard.”

At this moment, Feng Jin, who was in the audience, stood up and shouted to the crowd: "Yes, Yuanbao... I have examined Bai Yuan's body, and his body is no different from that of a normal human being. You will not be able to find the cause of his condition during your examination."

Hearing Feng Jin's explanation, the elders' restless hearts calmed down a little.

Aglaia and Tibo shook their heads slightly when they saw this.

While Xia Die's argument had merit, it was too weak. It wouldn't have much impact on Katniss.

Just as Aglaia was about to speak, Bai Yuan stepped forward first.

"Elders, Katniss's current actions are using the name of all citizens to satisfy her own desires and achieve her own demands. If she succeeds today, won't she then use the same excuse of returning to the Golden Age to oppress any one of you next?"

"Since my abilities can help Ohma return to the Golden Age, what if your possessions and relatives could help you return to the Golden Age she speaks of? What would you do then?"

Chapter 51 Sai Fei'er: It's My Turn [Second Update]

The senators in the Senate were stunned when they heard him say that.

Bai Yuan felt excited when he saw this.

What Xia Die said makes sense, but those arguments have no effect on the senators. You said Feng Jin has already examined you. But Katniss said, what's the big deal about examining you again?

But Bai Yuan's words concerned them personally.

If the collective sacrifices the individual, who can guarantee that that individual won't end up sacrificing themselves?

Everyone has this worry.

After all, Bai Yuan hadn't made any mistakes, yet Katniss still demanded an investigation. What about me? I don't have the support of the Golden Clan, so wouldn't that make me even more vulnerable to Katniss's actions?

Will I not encounter the same things that Bai Yuan is going through?

"In this era, collectivism and prioritizing the interests of the collective are indeed correct. But are your own personal interests unimportant? Are you all ants? Are you only concerned with the survival of the ant colony and not considering your own feelings?"

“Today, I sacrifice myself for the collective. Tomorrow, I sacrifice myself for the benefit of Ohm. But what if the day after tomorrow we have to sacrifice a third of the Ohm people to save the remaining two-thirds? How can you be sure that this is the right thing to do, and at the same time be sure that you are not among that third?”

As Bai Yuan spoke, he walked to the side of the audience seats. Seeing his gaze, the elders lowered their heads, revealing thoughtful expressions.

A few people had a different expression than the others. They belonged to Katniss's faction. Seeing Bai Yuan approaching them, some of them tried to reach out and subdue him.

No matter what you say, I'll hold you down first.

But just as he reached out, he instantly felt his arm being grabbed. Turning his head, he saw Wan Di reaching out to grab his arm.

"Ah ah ah ah..."

With a slight exertion, Wan Di immediately let out a miserable howl.

Bai Yuan pretended not to hear and returned to the center of the square.

"You're confusing the issue. The special features of your body are not the same as the physical properties of the other elders," Katniss said loudly, looking at Bai Yuan.

"Oh? What's different? Feng Jin has already checked it for me. This is proof from the Courtyard of Dusk. Do you still think it's inappropriate? You have to check it yourself." Bai Yuan looked at the elders.

"Elders, you must be careful. One day, Katniss will also examine your assets. Even if you say that your assets are legal and legitimate, she will tell you that your proof is not valid. Only Katniss herself can verify them for them to be valid."

What she said is the truth.

After saying this, Bai Yuan pointed at Katniss.

“No, no. I have no interest in the property of the other elders.” Katniss’s face turned red with anger at Bai Yuan’s words, and she shouted at him.

"Oh? Who can prove it? Is what you say the truth?"

Bai Yuan used the same tone she had used to question Aglaia to turn the tables and question her in return.

Katniss never expected that the words she had just used to question Aglaia would turn around and become her own.

"You accuse Aglaia of being a tyrant and a dictator, but what about your own actions? Would Aglaia easily search and examine a person? Would she disregard the life of a citizen of Ohm?"

Upon hearing Bai Yuan's words, Tibo secretly glanced at Aglaia.

Aglaia had actually checked Bai Yuan when he entered Ohma. Bai Yuan just didn't say it.

"What a good kid."

Tibo thought to herself.

Bai Yuan's voice grew louder and louder.

"Gentlemen, did you know that when she called us over just now, her subordinates used a reprimanding tone? I just helped Ohma resolve a crisis, and they still think I can boss them around like that since I'm innocent. What will she do to others?"

"Even if she could get something from me, are you sure she would share it with everyone, instead of gaining supreme power to establish a dictatorship?"

He spoke continuously, giving Katniss no chance to interrupt.

In fact, Bai Yuan was aware that there were loopholes and problems in what he said. But this wasn't a paper discussion about right and wrong; it was a debate.

In a debate, you should speak from your own strengths.

Katniss seized an opportunity to shout back at Baek Gen in the same loud tone:

"What you're saying is all wishful thinking. I just want to check your body; I have absolutely no intention of harming you."

Seeing that she was about to shout back at him, Bai Yuan also gathered his energy and prepared to raise his voice.

How old are you? How can I, a teenager, not even be able to out-shout you?

Just as he was about to speak, a figure appeared in the hall.

“Come, come, let me prove that this Elder Katniss is trying to harm Yuanzi.”

It's Sai Fei'er.

She appeared in the venue as if by the wind, standing beside Bai Yuan and Katniss.

First, he glared fiercely at Bai Yuan.

That wretched Yuanzi stuffed cucumbers into my clothes; she did something truly inhuman.

Then she took out her phone and showed the video to the senators.

"Everyone, this is the video of Elder Katniss's deal with me. She explicitly told me that she wanted to kidnap Motoko and bring him to her side."

Tibo's video is fake, just a bluff. But the one Saifei has is real. She always secretly records transactions to avoid misunderstandings. Now, at the Senate meeting, Saifei has shown this video.

Upon seeing the video, some of Katniss's men tried to snatch Saifei's phone. However, they were easily bypassed by Saifei.

“I’m the ancestor of all thieves, how could I let you take my communication stone tablet?” Sai Fei’er said disdainfully.

Being ambushed by Aglaia is one thing, but you guys actually wanted to ambush me? You're dreaming.

Watching Saifei's video, the elders all turned their gaze to Katniss, wanting to see how she planned to respond.

Katniss was quick-witted, and she immediately said, "I didn't mean to do anything bad to Bai Yuan, it's just that those Golden Clan members kept preventing me from meeting him. I suspected they were restricting citizen Bai Yuan, so I had Sai Fei'er steal him away. But I didn't expect that the Golden Clan members would naturally collude with each other, and as a result, Sai Fei'er betrayed me."

"You said you wouldn't do anything bad?" Sai Fei'er smiled and pulled out a few more sheets of paper from her chest. "I went to your house before coming here. I got some documents from there. Tsk tsk tsk, the human anatomy research of Shenwu Tree Garden, and the anatomy plan you drew yourself. This anatomical diagram of a boy's body, who are you going to dissect? It can't be your child, can it?"

Chapter 52 Katniss: Go quickly and invite Naksha! [Third Update]

"Oh, no, I forgot that no one likes an old woman like you, and you don't have any children."

Saifei's tone was even more sarcastic.

"Saifeier!"

Katniss looked at Cypher and wanted to pull out a weapon to stab her to death.

"Ah, how scary, how scary." Sai Feier patted her full and firm chest, grabbed Bai Yuan's shoulders and came behind Bai Yuan.

"Yuanzi, you will protect me, right?"

Watching Sai Fei'er's actions, Xia Die silently clenched her fists.

I will protect you from Katniss's attacks, but with Xia Die's intense killing intent on the side, I dare not move.

Bai Yuan thought to himself.

He continued loudly, "Come, everyone, take a look. So it turns out that the senators of the Senate can do whatever they want to harm the citizens of Ohm. I wonder if the senators of the Senate will also face this day?"

At this point, the senators in the Senate looked at Katniss with rather unfriendly expressions.