Later Earth history termed this occupation as the "Instant Surrender," which was quite accurate. Firstly, the occupation began at two o'clock in the afternoon and ended two minutes later, not exceeding a day's time. Secondly, an unprecedented number of fools emerged on Earth.

Faced with the overwhelming presence of unidentified flying objects, both official and civilian responses included a variety of human declarations and acts of fearless resistance, such as human bombs. Pessimists verified the comfort and feasibility of various suicide methods. All these reactions could be understood as normal stress responses in biology. However, after the dust settled, people realized that all their efforts were in vain.

After easily occupying Earth, the Prince with the lengthy name issued the following decree for the occupied territory: Earth, as a non-registered celestial body for inhabited intelligent beings, is not protected by universal law. This small resource-oriented planetoid will be depleted and rendered uninhabitable for several tens of thousands of years. Humans can choose euthanasia or become a captive food species.

The Jovians are a warlike race, having wiped out more than three-digit figures of intelligent species that opposed them. But Earth humans clearly couldn't be elevated to the status of "enemies" in their eyes. Their visit here was akin to finishing work and then going grocery shopping or cooking on Earth; in the universe, it was just regular business. So, "resistance is possible" was just the Prince's courteous rhetoric, indicating his respect for traditional norms.

The only conclusion Earthlings drew was: Money shouldn't be saved by skimping and saving in the bank, because tomorrow might be too late to spend it. Seizing the moment while the elderly shopkeeper downstairs was still in shock, Diana Petersen bought out all the Daim chocolates and premium Pringles. Since they were all about to die anyway, there was no need to worry about body shape. This led her to carry a small inflatable swimming ring with her on that fateful day.

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This brief episode was recorded for posterity in various great works such as "Biography of the Princess," "History of Earth," and "Her and Them," as an exemplary manifestation of her courage in the face of danger, her open-mindedness, her adaptability, and her ability to overcome obstacles with softness.

According to the "Encyclopedia of Cosmic Biology": Jovians are a warlike race with an average lifespan of 200 to 300 years, and their individual combat capabilities are rated S-class (the highest). Members of the royal family have high status and combat prowess, and other members of the race biologically submit to and pledge allegiance to the royal family.

Eric, the Deputy Captain of the Jupiter Royal Guard, angrily tugged at a black combat suit:

"Pleasure should be derived from ending the battle quickly and then having a good drink in the capital tavern of the mother planet, not running dozens of light-years for resource development and conducting occupation ceremonies on this remote and backward primitive planet! What's the difference between patrolling them and performing monkey shows for them with combat powers below D-level?"

A tall black-haired youth snatched the poor clothing back: "Eric, please don't vent your frustrations on my ceremonial combat suit. It's the only complete one we have on the mothership."

Eric scratched his unruly short hair: "Prince, can't we simplify the routine procedures and just treat them as 'it'? After all, Earth humans are not listed in the registry of intelligent beings in the universe."

Jack, a cautious team member squatting aside, raised his hand: "That would violate the ancestral system. In fact, Earth humans have already achieved an initial level of civilization, they were just overlooked by the committee."

Teo nodded: "Regardless of whether they are registered or not, if there are intelligent beings, there must be an occupation ceremony. Although I also don't want to perform monkey shows."

Eric was about to interject again, but the serious Captain Johan finally spoke up: "As for me personally, I don't mind Vice Captain Eric breaking the ancestral system and then facing the wrath of His Majesty the Emperor. This way, at least we can reduce the expenses of the Guard."

Eric shuddered and shook his head to dispel this dreadful fantasy: "Alright, let's quickly put on this thing and go for a stroll, what a hassle..."

Teo tucked his long hair into the combat suit and casually ordered: "Just the three of you come with me, the rest line up for rest, and the honor guard can be handled by logistics bio-soldiers."

Johan: "Thank you, Your Highness, for your thoughtfulness. I wish you find your destined one soon. Also, when will I get a raise?"

Prince: "Johan, when you can win me two out of ten matches."

Eric: "Humph! Taking advantage of the royal family's genes..."

Jack: (taking notes) On [date], under the leadership of the great Teo, loyal team members eagerly awaited the impending inspection, may our ancestors bless our tribe with strength and prosperity...