15:40 IST, Eighth Day, Sixth Month, 3079 PV | City Stelarum / Super Fancy Conference Room

  Ko:“So, humanity is highly likely to possess inae wielding potential, and a high amount will be geniuses capable of shaping entire planets?”

  Qualtrak: “That about sums it up, Ascendant Kovon. It's quite an interesting phenomenon indeed. It would be of great interest to the Order to partially assimilate the entirety of the human race. After all, it would be a massive waste of potential to just leave all that inae untapped.”

  Ray:“So, basically we've got a bunch of potential space wizards that we somehow have to not only inform about the whole inae thing somehow. But we should also bring at least some into the whole loop with the order.

  Plus we have to do this without massively leaking the secret of inae stuff. Oh and on top of that, we should avoid a massive civil war breaking out over eugenical people going on a genocide spree.

  Geez, Qualtrak, you've given us quite a problem to handle. But, we are the Moonlight Duo. Don't worry, we can handle this in a jiffy.”

  Ko:“Ray, why'd you have to use the word ‘jiffy’ that just makes it sound like we are going to fail spectacularly.”

  Ray:“Well, darling, I just wanted to add a bit of olden flair. After all, we are about to just casually change the nature of the entire universe. Might as well bring back some old timey words in the process.”

  I give Ray a quick kiss on the cheek, “Well, you are cute, if anyone can do it its you.”

  “Mileiges, on the matter of revealing this knowledge to humanity I would like to make a suggestion.”

  Ray:“Okay, shoot, sage guy. Let's hear what you geniuses have come up with.”

  Initae:”If you don't mind, let me do the explaining on this one. Qualtrak here isn't the best one for dramatic declarations that will shape reality for eons to come.” Everyone in the room gives a nod to her suggestion. Poor Qualtrak, their god just insulted their public speaking ability. “So, the order has debated this topic quite heavily.

  It has been eons of secrecy, but given the unprecedented power of our opponent, it has scared many within the order.

  The best plan we have come up with is to give humans with potential access to inae. But to impose many restrictions upon the vast majority.

  Firstly, the order has developed a new PsiKit that would allow for easier mass adoption. It has been designed to be very similar in operation to humanity’s Neural Sinks. It even includes a very weak assistance device that should allow for use of inae without much training.

  We felt that this would be perfect, since most humans won't have very high affinity, there is no need for a highly advanced Kit, considering lower level inae wielding is actually quite easy to learn. Of course, for those that have higher potential, they can still eventually earn a more advanced PsiKit.

  It is also to note that the weaker PsiKit will not include a veil key.

  The Order has decided that humanity should, for the most part, not be allowed to freely move into and out of the sanctum. Out of security concerns.

  To facilitate this change, we ask that you, Ray and Ko, allow for the establishment of several schools in human space. This will coincide with the formation of a new branch of the order. ”

  In summary, the Order wants to give most humans limited access to wield inae. By forming schools to instruct the masses. Which will of course reveal some, but not all of the Order’s secrets to the wider universe.

  Ray (who is super cute, by the way), squeezes my hand tightly. Somehow she seems nervous. I shall have to cure her nervousness later I suppose.

  Ko:”Well, we can't exactly refuse such an advantageous offer.”

  “As darling said, we would be glad to work even closer with the Order in establishing humanity' s pursuit of inae.”

  Initae:”Great to hear, I didn't exactly expect you two to refuse. Accordingly, we have already made some of the preparations and scouted out a few potential locations. We have also managed to identify a weak spot in the interplanar boundary within this system. It is very small, so it will likely only support a shuttle-class voidlith.

  Naturally, we wish to establish it as soon as possible so that we can more easily transfer resources and personnel into the system. This will also help with your other goals and make it easier to get you two around the universe.

  We estimate the constriction of the voidlith would take around one and a half months. Though, we are ready to begin construction of training facilities right away. We have already cleared this level of interference with the IEC and they have given permission assuming we limit our impact on the overall colony itself.

  If you spot this tale on Amazon, know that it has been stolen. Report the violation.

  However, we are required to offer a similar proposition to both the Quartet Confederation and Lone Snowflake. We would wish that you assist us in proposing the deal to the Quartet.

  We have already tried to make contact with Luna Aurora, but she has denied all our communications for some reason.”

  Well, I guess it makes sense that they wouldn't be allowed to just benefit us so much. It's kinda hilarious how Luna is just ignoring them when they are trying to offer something so game changing. Oh well, her loss I suppose.

  With that, the meeting proceeds into more intricate details.

  Various ministers and such give their opinions, negotiations are done, systems restructured. They also agreed upon the location for the temple that will be constructed on City Stelarum to act as our contact point for the branch of humanity.

  Hmm, I sure hope they come up with a new name eventually. ‘Branch of humanity’ doesn't really have a nice ring to it. Either way, establishing a new branch ain't easy. Especially when the idea is to incorporate humanity into it as much as possible.

  Plus, we have to coordinate amongst all of humanity. Thankfully, the Order will be handling most of those issues, as well as working with Earth governments to establish facilities in the Sol system.

  I can't believe how much has changed in such a short time. Just a few months ago, humanity was still constrained to its worldview that only encompassed the Sol system.

  Now, humanity has three extra-solar colonies, humans have traveled to many parts of the Galaxy. And several contestants have been selected to compete in a grand game of intergalactic scale, Humanity’s Game as it has come to be known on the net.

  Oh yeah, Ray and I are two of those contestants. Also, Ray is my super duper ulta cute girlfriend. Like, she definitely needs the title of cutest in the universe. Once we win this whole thing, I'll definitely be sure to make that the first law we pass. Though I may have to fight her efforts to give me the title instead.

  Maybe we could share the title, as the cutest in the universe. That doesn't sound so bad. Though I would feel a bit bad, considering that she is astronomically cuter than I shall ever be.

  Oh, and just recently it appears most of humanity are space wizards. Which is a fun thing in and of itself. Not only do we gotta worry about people going on genocide sprees, but we also have to integrate heavily with the Order.

  Though, many people being able to power inae based tech will definitely have some interesting effects. I wonder what kinds of crazy ideas humans will come up with to make use of this trait. Hopefully they use it for more than conflict…

  But, what am I kidding, it's humanity.

  After the meeting concludes, Ray (who is super cute) practically throws me over her shoulder and carries me out of the room.

  Several dozen minutes later, you can guess where we end up.

  “Chug! Chug! Chug!” the crowd chants, somewhere along the way we picked up Emil who was just wandering about looking bored. So naturally, we dragged him out for a night of revelry!

  Currently Ray (super cute) and Emil are sitting across a table, both competing to see who can down several mugs of locally-produced whiskey. It's not nearly as good at Potian stuff, but alcohol doesn't have to be the best in the world to satisfy Ray’s rampant alcoholism.

  After they finish (Ray wins of course), I am constantly forced to baby sit Ray. It seems like every 3 seconds (im not even joking) I have to stop her from leaking confidential information.

  Perhaps giving a raging drunk access to top level security clearance was a very bad idea.

  It was, in fact, a very bad idea.

  Not two hours into our bar hopping journey Ray manages the unthinkable, “Hey guys, guess what, most of you are space wizards! Yippee! More booze on the double!”

  Instantly, the entire room goes silent.

  “Oi, why'd you guys stop partying! We are here to drink lots of delicious booze!”

  I place my hand on her shoulder, “Ray, I think its time for you to be cut off, lets head out.”

  She turns her head and looks into my soul with her brilliant blue eyes, “But.. But, more alcohol!”

  I shake my head and she seems to deflate. I'm surprised, I thought she would resist more. We exit the bar and start to head back to base.

  Of course, after walking for several minutes I suddenly notice that Ray is no longer standing next to me. I retrace our steps only to find a lot of noise coming from a nearby bar.

  I enter the bar to find that Ray (who is still super cute), has resumed drinking, only to a new crowd this time.

  I walk up behind her and grab the collar of her uniform, and then proceed to (literally) drag her out of the bar. She tries to cling to the floor as I pull her, but fails considering she is still quite drunk.

  Once we get out onto the street, I lift her up over my shoulders. It's quite distracting, considering she insists on making her annoyance very well known. By ensuring that I am aware of every point of contact between us.

  “Yknow, this is quite romantic, darling. Almost makes me wanna squirm around to see how long you can withstand my all powerful cuteness.” I would like to see that too honestly, but I hold my composure. After all, I have to act as the grown up in this situation. Even if Ray is supposedly two years my senior, and went to university, and was a decent human being.

  It's quite a hilarious scene, the worthless NEET carrying the very drunk law student over his shoulder. I would burst out laughing if I wasn't worried that Ray would somehow get free.

  I use my free hand to give Ray a nice flick on the forehead.

  “Ow, what a meanie. But, you're a cute meanie that I love lots ?.” She then, defying physics, manages to move in such a way that she can kiss my cheek, and neck.

  I can only imagine the lashing that Initae is going to give us when we get back about leaking state secrets. Oh well, for a kiss from my cute girlfriend, all is worth it.

  So, no matter what comes our way, we shall overcome it together. Even if its a god angry at us for leaking state secrets. So, bring it on.

  End of Chapter 68

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