The Emperor’s Angel of Death

"All of you standing here today are the greatest city administrators, the leaders in commerce and industry, outstanding symbols of humanity's unwavering credit and pure souls, messengers of the Omnissiah, and defenders of law and justice."

In the resplendent main hall of the Governor's Spire Palace, used only for the grandest of celebrations, stood thousands of men and women, each impeccably dressed, even lavishly so, each wielding immense resources, wealth, and power.

Yet, these individuals, usually so unruly, were now silently watching one person.

That person stood imposingly before the Governor's throne, clad in armor, of immense stature, surrounded by Terminator guards like statues, and every word he spoke struck the eardrums of everyone present like a heavy hammer, sinking into their very souls.

"I had intended to wait for a more formal occasion, such as the Emperor's Ascension Day in a fortnight, to speak with you all, but considering the gravity of the matters I wish to discuss, matters closely related to preventing the continued suffering in the hive cities, I felt that I should not delay. Furthermore, I believe that acting sooner might help everyone maintain sufficient motivation and give the residents of hive cities everywhere more hope for the coming year, so I decided to convene you all today."

"If you are already somewhat aware of my thoughts and feelings, you should realize that we are facing problems we have never encountered before. I wonder if any of you have considered that the upper and lower levels of the hive cities are actually interdependent. No one can only take; everyone must contribute. The Astartes represent all of humanity; we are humanity's shield. This needs no further elaboration, so you need not find my thoughts strange. More importantly, I am also the Chief Executive of the Naysun System, a position that dictates I must always be concerned about all the people—regardless of status, regardless of wealth—I must be concerned about their basic needs: food, clothing, housing, education, health, and fundamental issues."

"This is a turbulent era, and I believe you all share my compassionate and responsible heart, recognizing that survival and development are everyone's top priorities—just as workers must have the opportunity to work so that their families can live and their descendants can grow. Of course, businesses must also have the opportunity to earn reasonable profits, and all of this is predicated on safety. As an Astartes, and as the guardian of the Naysun System, I am determined to do everything in my power to bring this safety to everyone."

"However, safety is more than just the absence of enemy incursions. Hive cities are always places filled with unrest, conflict, and crime. I believe you are all more aware than I am as to why! Poverty and injustice—these two words are enough to destroy a normal person's hope and their loyalty to credit. When hope and faith disappear, chaos and strife will follow! So, how can we avoid these? Only by establishing a foundation of security, only by establishing a foundation where all soldiers and civilians can share prosperity, can this safety be sustained stably!"

"Only with safety can there be survival, and only with survival can there be prosperity. This is the most basic logic, and it is the foundation of all the plans and programs I am going to tell you today! As I said, the Naysun System must change like the Chapter. As we advance, we must be like a well-trained and loyal army, willing to dedicate ourselves to common principles and directions! Because without these principles, consensus cannot be reached, progress cannot be made, and leadership cannot be effective! For the greater good, all of us must unite closely with consistent responsibilities. This is a sacred duty, and it is the responsibility the Emperor has bestowed upon us!"

"I have thought about the following measures, and now I will personally tell you all, hoping that you will listen carefully, observe closely, and offer your constructive opinions."

As Soshjan spoke, a series of texts appeared on the huge screen hanging on the carved wall behind him.

"First, establish the Naysun System Development Planning Committee. I believe you all understand its role and positioning, so I won't say more. I will mainly mention two points here. First, the director of the first Naysun System Development Planning Committee will be Governor Velledon of Naysun V. He will lead the committee to guide and formulate the first five-year development plan for the entire system. The core is one sentence: adjust the layout and upgrade the industrial chain. In the future grand vision, the Naysun System and the Ulan-Ude Forge World will form a tight industrial layout, and the more heavily polluting factories should be moved to space orbit. At the same time, the mining industry of Naysun V will gradually be transferred to Naysun VI, and the environmental management of the planet's surface will also be added to the agenda."

What was not said was that Soshjan's plans for the Naysun System had been put into writing. The entire Naysun System Development Planning Committee was essentially "planning" or "refining" around his plans.

His overall vision for the Naysun System was that the vast majority of equipment for the future mortal forces, small and medium-sized warships, and civilian ships would be produced by the two worlds. Ulan-Ude would focus on the armaments of the Astartes and super-heavy vehicles, flying vehicles, and even the production of Titans and Knights—Soshjan had already instructed Bangula to expand the Phantom Legion, striving to increase it to a scale of 120 units. The shipyards would also focus on building large capital ships, retaining only a portion of civilian production capacity, such as large mechanical equipment and high-end electronic products.

The civilian industries of Naysun IV and V would mainly shift to various light industries, including food processing, the manufacture of small and medium-sized production and living equipment, and the manufacture of transportation vehicles. Naysun VI would be completely dominated by the mining and ore refining industries.

A preliminary industrial chain would thus be formed. Ulan-Ude would export heavy equipment and electronic products to Naysun IV and V in exchange for promethium currency, and then use the promethium currency to trade for minerals and refined semi-finished products at Naysun VI. Naysun VI would use its minerals and promethium currency to purchase daily necessities and food from Naysun IV and V. This would not only drive the development of the new colony of Naysun VI, but also allow Ulan-Ude to focus more on the manufacture of powerful war engines instead of being distracted by trying to collect resources or manufacture a large number of low-level equipment. At the same time, it would also allow Naysun IV and V to achieve industrial transformation. In the future, the environment on the surface of these two worlds would not only be more livable, but the population would also be more dynamic, becoming the main source of troops for the mortal forces.

Of course, more importantly, their productivity and population would be further increased and would be able to convert more resources during wartime.

After all, in this era, war is always the first consideration.

"All of you standing here today are the greatest city administrators, the leaders in commerce and industry, outstanding symbols of humanity's unwavering credit and pure souls, messengers of the Omnissiah, and defenders of law and justice."

In the resplendent main hall of the Governor's Spire Palace, used only for the grandest of celebrations, stood thousands of men and women, each impeccably dressed, even lavishly so, each wielding immense resources, wealth, and power.

Yet, these individuals, usually so unruly, were now silently watching one person.

That person stood imposingly before the Governor's throne, clad in armor, of immense stature, surrounded by Terminator guards like statues, and every word he spoke struck the eardrums of everyone present like a heavy hammer, sinking into their very souls.

"I had intended to wait for a more formal occasion, such as the Emperor's Ascension Day in a fortnight, to speak with you all, but considering the gravity of the matters I wish to discuss, matters closely related to preventing the continued suffering in the hive cities, I felt that I should not delay. Furthermore, I believe that acting sooner might help everyone maintain sufficient motivation and give the residents of hive cities everywhere more hope for the coming year, so I decided to convene you all today."

"If you are already somewhat aware of my thoughts and feelings, you should realize that we are facing problems we have never encountered before. I wonder if any of you have considered that the upper and lower levels of the hive cities are actually interdependent. No one can only take; everyone must contribute. The Astartes represent all of humanity; we are humanity's shield. This needs no further elaboration, so you need not find my thoughts strange. More importantly, I am also the Chief Executive of the Naysun System, a position that dictates I must always be concerned about all the people—regardless of status, regardless of wealth—I must be concerned about their basic needs: food, clothing, housing, education, health, and fundamental issues."

"This is a turbulent era, and I believe you all share my compassionate and responsible heart, recognizing that survival and development are everyone's top priorities—just as workers must have the opportunity to work so that their families can live and their descendants can grow. Of course, businesses must also have the opportunity to earn reasonable profits, and all of this is predicated on safety. As an Astartes, and as the guardian of the Naysun System, I am determined to do everything in my power to bring this safety to everyone."

"However, safety is more than just the absence of enemy incursions. Hive cities are always places filled with unrest, conflict, and crime. I believe you are all more aware than I am as to why! Poverty and injustice—these two words are enough to destroy a normal person's hope and their loyalty to credit. When hope and faith disappear, chaos and strife will follow! So, how can we avoid these? Only by establishing a foundation of security, only by establishing a foundation where all soldiers and civilians can share prosperity, can this safety be sustained stably!"

"Only with safety can there be survival, and only with survival can there be prosperity. This is the most basic logic, and it is the foundation of all the plans and programs I am going to tell you today! As I said, the Naysun System must change like the Chapter. As we advance, we must be like a well-trained and loyal army, willing to dedicate ourselves to common principles and directions! Because without these principles, consensus cannot be reached, progress cannot be made, and leadership cannot be effective! For the greater good, all of us must unite closely with consistent responsibilities. This is a sacred duty, and it is the responsibility the Emperor has bestowed upon us!"

"I have thought about the following measures, and now I will personally tell you all, hoping that you will listen carefully, observe closely, and offer your constructive opinions."

As Soshjan spoke, a series of texts appeared on the huge screen hanging on the carved wall behind him.

"First, establish the Naysun System Development Planning Committee. I believe you all understand its role and positioning, so I won't say more. I will mainly mention two points here. First, the director of the first Naysun System Development Planning Committee will be Governor Velledon of Naysun V. He will lead the committee to guide and formulate the first five-year development plan for the entire system. The core is one sentence: adjust the layout and upgrade the industrial chain. In the future grand vision, the Naysun System and the Ulan-Ude Forge World will form a tight industrial layout, and the more heavily polluting factories should be moved to space orbit. At the same time, the mining industry of Naysun V will gradually be transferred to Naysun VI, and the environmental management of the planet's surface will also be added to the agenda."

What was not said was that Soshjan's plans for the Naysun System had been put into writing. The entire Naysun System Development Planning Committee was essentially "planning" or "refining" around his plans.

His overall vision for the Naysun System was that the vast majority of equipment for the future mortal forces, small and medium-sized warships, and civilian ships would be produced by the two worlds. Ulan-Ude would focus on the armaments of the Astartes and super-heavy vehicles, flying vehicles, and even the production of Titans and Knights—Soshjan had already instructed Bangula to expand the Phantom Legion, striving to increase it to a scale of 120 units. The shipyards would also focus on building large capital ships, retaining only a portion of civilian production capacity, such as large mechanical equipment and high-end electronic products.

The civilian industries of Naysun IV and V would mainly shift to various light industries, including food processing, the manufacture of small and medium-sized production and living equipment, and the manufacture of transportation vehicles. Naysun VI would be completely dominated by the mining and ore refining industries.

A preliminary industrial chain would thus be formed. Ulan-Ude would export heavy equipment and electronic products to Naysun IV and V in exchange for promethium currency, and then use the promethium currency to trade for minerals and refined semi-finished products at Naysun VI. Naysun VI would use its minerals and promethium currency to purchase daily necessities and food from Naysun IV and V. This would not only drive the development of the new colony of Naysun VI, but also allow Ulan-Ude to focus more on the manufacture of powerful war engines instead of being distracted by trying to collect resources or manufacture a large number of low-level equipment. At the same time, it would also allow Naysun IV and V to achieve industrial transformation. In the future, the environment on the surface of these two worlds would not only be more livable, but the population would also be more dynamic, becoming the main source of troops for the mortal forces.

Of course, more importantly, their productivity and population would be further increased and would be able to convert more resources during wartime.

After all, in this era, war is always the first consideration.