Building Interstellar Empire With Universal Synthesis
Chapter 111: Setting Up The Foundation
Neo accessed the Universal Network and searched for the Dwarves Noir talked about.
After looking through many information, he settle onto this;
[ Grotto Makers ]
[ Description: they are a group of 7 giant dwarves experienced in working in several Celestial projects. Such as rebuilding the Sun, making Dyson Sphere, Crafting World Class warships.
Charge: 10,000 UC per week.
Ready to hire Immediately.
He also saw many reviews.
[ User: Emperor Kael of the Nova Syndicate ]
[ Rating: 5/5 Stars ]
[ Comment: Absolutely phenomenal craftsmanship. I hired the Grotto Makers to construct a planetary defense ring around my capital world. Not only did they finish the project three weeks ahead of schedule, but the structural integrity successfully withstood a Type 8 Void Beast assault. Worth every single Credit. ]
[ User: High Priestess Vanya ]
[ Rating: 4.5/5 Stars ]
[ Comment: Their architectural sense is truly divine. The grand celestial cathedral they built for our faction is breathtaking and perfectly amplifies our holy auras. However, be warned. Being giant dwarves, they consume an ungodly amount of cosmic ale and roasted behemoth meat. Make sure your logistics team is fully prepared to feed them, or their daily meals will completely drain your treasury. ]
[ User: Warlord Vorgak ]
[ Rating: 5/5 Stars ]
[ Comment: I told them to build an impenetrable fortress. They built a literal moving mountain equipped with anti-matter artillery. These giant dwarves do not mess around. If you need a military base that screams absolute power and domination, hit the hire button immediately. ]
[ User: Byzon Company Logistics Director ]
[ Rating: 4/5 Stars ]
[ Comment: Efficient and highly capable. They repaired our damaged Dyson Sphere in record time. They can be incredibly stubborn regarding their design choices, but the final result is always flawless. Highly recommended for mega-structures. ]
After reading through the highly positive feedback, Neo nodded in approval.
"They charge high, but their works are incredible. I can also put my Godsmith talent to use."
Saying that, he reached out and tapped the glowing holographic interface.
[ System Alert: 40,000 UC deducted for a 4-week advance commission. ]
[ Transaction Successful. ]
[ The Grotto Makers have officially accepted your planetary project. Estimated time of arrival: 2 Hours. ]
Neo closed the Universal Network interface and stood up, smoothing out his dark military uniform.
Then he looked over at Noir, who was still at a loss after his earlier rejection.
"Noir, I need you to order the slimes to prepare a massive feast immediately. Our master builders will be arriving in two hours, and according to the network reviews, they possess a rather terrifying appetite."
Noir knew to be serious when it needed to be.
She answered with a sharp "Yes"
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Two hours later, the dwarves arrived through a wormhole, manifested right above the command camp, completely surprising Neo.
He had expected a standard transport ship, not a casual manipulation of space and time.
From the womhole, seven colossal figures stepped out of the spatial rift, landing on the ground with a heavy thud that shook the earth.
These were the Grotto Makers.
They stood nearly 100 feet tall, with broader build and braided beards that glowed with residual cosmic energy.
The lead dwarf haf a hammer slung over his shoulder, looked down at the surrounding sea of trembling red and blue slimes.
Seeing their frightened blobus expression, he was baffled.
"By the ancient forge, what kind of joke is this? Why are we in a world made of jelly and bouncing puddles? Which one of you squishy things had the Universal Coins to hire the greatest builders in the cosmos?"
Neo showed himself before things get ugly. He looked up at the towering giant with domineering grace.
"I am the one who hired you, dwarves. Welcome to the Zenith Empire. I am its Emperor, Neo Godson."
His deep voice immediately stopped dwarves from laughing.
And the moment Neo looked at Neo’s void- like eyes, instinctive terror gripped their hearts.
Other couldn’t, but they could feel it.
It was the undeniable mandate of a True Dominator.
They immediately became humble.
"We meant no disrespect, Emperor Zenith. We Grotto Makers are at your service."
Neo didn’t make any fuss either.
Shortly after, the elves women prepared a massibe feast.
The slimes alsk helped to roast several large wolves hunted from the nearby valleys, accompanied by barrels of fermented fruit ale.
As the giant dwarves enthusiastically devoured their meal, Neo showed his master crafted blueprint across the table.
"This will be the Imperial Palace,’ Neo explained each section point by point.
The dwarves took all in with absolute astonishment. The blueprint featured an impenetrable outer fortress fortified with top-grade Planetary shield, interwoven with grand, elegant courtyards that screamed supreme grandeur.
The internal layout was a flawless and highly accessible logistic network that perfectly balanced world-class security with breathtaking aesthetics.
"By the Celestials, the defensive runes are perfectly integrated into the architectural beauty. I have never seen such a flawless balance of form and absolute fortification. May I ask which master architect designed this?"
Neo casually pointed a finger at himself. "That would be me."
The seven giant dwarves stared at the young Dominator in amazement.
They were shocked that he was not just a warlord; he had the mind of a genius master creator.
"It is a masterpiece, Your Majesty. However, to construct this exactly as designed, standard materials will not suffice. We will need premium celestial ores, void-forged steel, and incredibly rare elemental cores that are very hard to find. Even if you manage to procure them, the cost for these materials alone will be no less than 500,000 Credit," the lead dwarf, Ragnar, stated, raising his concern.
Neo understood Ragnar’s concern. The cost was truly enormous.
In Earth’s currency, it was around 50 trillion dollars.
Still, he was not worried, because he could use his synthesis to create rare materials with ease.
"You do not need to worry about procuring the materials. Leave that part to me."
Ragnar and the dwarves could not fathom the reason for his confidence, but they acquiesced anyway.
The foundation of the empire was ready to be set.
When it is completed, the stars will watch.