"The majority of you sit on a heap of corpses, and I'll be honest, I'd love to kill some of you and install my own people, but doing so would restrict the nation's freedom. The populace deserves to choose their own ruler. I won't be a champion for democracy like USA here, and if any country likes Communism, that is their desire and decision. But I will make sure that it is the correct form of Democracy or Communism or whatever that is chosen is implemented. After three months, those who ought to be in jail here must turn themselves in, or North Korea will take care of them. That is a promise."
Many of the world leaders trembled when they hear Robin spoke of surrendering. They had not anticipated this. They believed that if they behaved well for the following two months, everything would be forgotten, but it seemed there was no escape.
"This is unacceptable. You want us to work for you and also surrender at the end. Who will work...." – Brunei.
*Bang*
When they heard another gunshot, or rather a laser shot, those nearby practically leaped out of their seats. No shells were present. Not much of a laser sound. The monarch of Brunei too fell down dead. He was gone before his body ever touched the ground.
"Avoid having a high opinion of oneself. You are not sent to this world to rule your country. Only power matters. I am in charge, so I establish the rules. Hasn't it been the ground rule since ancient times? What do you think USA?" Robin didn't even bother to acknowledge the dead monarch. A despot who ruled the tiny nation while exploiting it for his personal gain and amusement.
Regardless, he deserved to die.
USA being questioned felt very uncomfortable. The President had never anticipated this kind of meeting in his life. He had never felt as threatened with death as he did just now. He was aware that the United States will soon lose the global dominion it had enjoyed for so long.
No amount of good leadership would be able to lift their country. Not until all the leaders were threatened in such a way. China had him indignant as well. After visiting North Korea, this man remained silent throughout his whole tour. However, he might theoretically comprehend China's decision to remain mute.
In any case, there was no escape.
"You can stay in our nation for a short while or you can depart right away. Totally up to you. You couldn't escape from me no matter how hard you tried. You can visit the airport where the new spaceships would be parked for all of you to see and even take a ride to the space and see our new technology. In three months, we'll start colonizing Mars and the Moon." Now Robin calmly dropped a bomb on them.
The world leaders who were less knowledgeable about the Kardashev scale virtually dropped their mouths when they heard this. They nearly didn't believe Robin when he presented a mind-blowing revelation in such a casual manner.
"Do you really have the technology to settle down on Mars.. effective immediately?" - Tesla somehow asked a question while stumbling a little on his words. He was scared that he would be shot but curiosity got the better of him.
"Yes. In fact, as soon as we touch down on Mars, we'll begin terraforming the planet. Even the poorest individuals could fly there and settle because the travel costs would be so minimal. All the satellites and junk will be removed from outer orbit when the space station is put there in a few days. North Korea will also have space elevators built, and if your nation also requires one or more space elevators to transport citizens to space stations, you can submit an application to the relevant authorities. It's understandable if you don't want to collaborate. The functions of the satellites will be taken over by space stations so don't sweat on it."
Most individuals found it difficult to trust what they were hearing. Space stations? Space elevators? Terraforming Mars? Settle on the Moon? What in the world was he on about? That simple, really?
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Suddenly the side curtains opened and two Ghost corps came forward while chaining a person down. Most folks at initially didn't know who this guy was or what was going on. But soon he was recognized by numerous individuals.
David Rockefeller.
Though not all the world leaders recognized him but some definitely did. They were in awe now. They had heard of the tragedy that fell on their family recently. David's wife and daughter Helena both passed away before him, and he had completely disappeared. But when they saw the man in chains here, they understood that he had been abducted.
David looked harrowing. He appeared undernourished; his hair was long and unruly; he had black circles under his eyes; and his cheeks had almost collapsed. He was moving while his hands and feet were both bound with chains. In this place, he was treated similarly to the old slaves they had seen in movies.
Though physically close to collapse, David's mind was still sharp. While being led on, he was unaware of what was happening, but when he saw the leaders of the world, he realized that this was some sort of gathering. In his final days in prison, he occasionally was escorted outside to tour. To truly understand sadness, a guy occasionally needed to be shown what was lacking in their lives.
He was in a military prison, so he realized there was no chance for him when he saw the personnel, the machines, the robots, the cutting-edge vehicles, and the aircrafts. He regretted a bit for head butting against Robin.
David didn't know how Robin acquired such cutting-edge technology, but there was no use in asking at this point. He had lost his family, and neither Robin nor he would make an effort to mend fences with each other.
When they saw David, the world leaders were silent, and no one said anything to provide an introduction. They just wanted to know what the masked Robin wanted to do.
"If you believe that the stuff in videos are merely for display. Think again. This individual and several generations of his family have taken advantage of people all around the world without giving it a second thought. Therefore, it is only fair that he sees the individuals who had been his supporters throughout his life abandon him just as he needed them." said Robin.
David at last realized what was happening. It was a public execution. This was making a statement with his death. This was Robin showing off his strength. Although Robin's name could become known as a result, he thought that, given the technology he had seen, very little could be done to stop him.
He had completely misplayed his hand. The Ghost Corps prepared to blow off his head by placing their barrel on top of his head. However, Robin said before giving the command.
"Any last words?"
This was undoubtedly Robin using his muscles and increasing people's fear of him. Even the most secretive person who had been kept hidden for a very long period had come to light. The people's slight skepticism regarding the veracity of everything happening here was completely dispelled, despite the fact that many of them were displayed on the television screens.
"Hahahaha.. It's quite the monkey show you've brought here. I seriously misjudged you. The only error I made was that one. My arrogance made me think that I am above the people. Hahahaha.. What a tragedy!! You can kill me for sure but my death will send a signal to deep space.. I heard that there has been recent excavations in ancient sites. The sites that we had banned some years ago.. Then allow me to share something that only we know."
"David, stop talking. Shut your fucking mouth.."
"David, you don't know what you are speaking.. Don't pull us along with you."
"Davidddd...."
Numerous wealthy families, like the Cox, Getty, and others, abruptly began shouting on the video screen. Everyone had been quiet up until that point, but suddenly they all began to clamor. Sigret had once said to Robin that some of ancient sites were always off public and wasn't given access. And it might be because of the families.
It was because Robin had enough money and power that he was able to send teams while brute forcing his way through. Sigret had given a strong indication that they were in charge of it. Now that David was opening his mouth, it became quite interesting.
Under the mask, Robin remained silent while making mute gestures to the viewers of the live videos. The world leaders were intrigued even though they had no idea what was going on.
"... When we excavated the sites of different places in order to satisfy our curiosity and one day we came across an equipment. An equipment which we later speculated to be some kind of radio signal starter. After extensive testing, we were able to determine that this apparatus was both capable of sending signals into deep space and was connected to locations that could amplify the signal. At that time, the families determined that each family would keep the equipment for ten years for safekeeping. This was the deal. At this decade it is under our family. I knew you were going to come after me and so I did what I should do to protect myself.."