Bab 501: Chapter 494. Behind the Curtain of Stars

[Why are you calling it 'invasion'?] one of the entities scoffed. [It's not like those planets have owners]

[True. We simply introduce them to a better way of living]

[No, friend; we give them the honor of being guided by our wisdom]

The Celestial Beings hummed in agreement, including the Fallen Star. It was annoying for Zein because it meant he had to nod to that absurd opinion. He did wonder, however--what was this 'invasion' they were talking about?

[How far is the progress?] The 'wings' asked. Or at least, it sounded from that direction. For all Zein knew, it might come from the one made of twinkling stars beside it.

[About sixty percent of the tunnel had been deployed] someone replied. [The gatestones are still being spread in other patronless planets. Once we activate the system, we can open the portal simultaneously]