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Chapter 850: Chapter 850: Power Of Hugo
Catherine’s eyes gleamed faintly as she described the transformation that followed.
“With the help of those blueprints, he gradually transformed the barren planet into a highly advanced civilization. He established production facilities, developed extraordinary technologies, and laid the foundations for the world we inhabit today.”
She paused briefly before continuing.
“However, as he grew older, he began worrying about the future of his descendants. He feared that after his death, they might lose access to the power that had allowed him to build such a magnificent civilization. Therefore, he once again sought the help of the goddesses.”
Catherine drew a quiet breath before revealing the next part of the story.
“That was when he received a second blessing. The goddesses established a connection between his bloodline and the mysterious power of the blueprints. From that point onward, any individual whose blood compatibility with him was sufficiently high would have a greater chance of inheriting those blueprints as well.”
Ivy blinked in surprise as the pieces gradually fell into place.
“So blood compatibility isn’t merely a measure of how closely someone is related to the royal family. It also determines how easily they can inherit the power that created this civilization.”
Catherine nodded, seemingly satisfied that Ivy was beginning to understand.
“Exactly. The blueprints are the foundation of our entire civilization, and everyone understands their importance. That is why people are willing to support whoever becomes king. They believe that by supporting the ruler, they are helping ensure that Planet Astra continues to advance and prosper.”
Upon hearing this explanation, Ivy finally understood why the royal family held such an extraordinary position in society and why so few people dared to challenge its authority openly.
The throne was not merely a symbol of political power. It was the gateway to technological advancement, wealth, and the continued development of their entire civilization.
However, Catherine’s expression soon grew serious again.
“Under ordinary circumstances, the monthly ranking report wouldn’t have mattered very much. Students might experience temporary setbacks, but they would still have opportunities to improve their performance. Unfortunately, a special rule has been introduced this time. Anyone who falls below the top fifty will receive a significant demerit.”
She glanced toward Valer, whose expression had darkened once again.
“Such a demerit can seriously damage a person’s future career prospects, particularly someone like my son, who intends to join the military of Planet Astra. His ranking and academic record will directly affect the opportunities available to him.”
Upon hearing this, Ivy narrowed her eyes as she quickly understood the implication behind Catherine’s explanation.
“Are you saying that someone is deliberately trying to ruin Valer’s chances of achieving a good ranking?”
Catherine nodded slowly.
Ivy fell silent for a moment, considering the possible people who might benefit from such an outcome. Then, a name immediately came to mind.
“Could it be Rayami?”
The moment Ivy mentioned the princess’s name, Catherine fixed her with a sharp gaze.
After studying Ivy’s expression for a moment, she shook her head.
“No, you are misunderstanding the situation. Rayami might appear powerful, but she is ultimately an impulsive princess who believes that taking the initiative will automatically lead to victory. She acts first and considers the consequences later, which is precisely why she often makes mistakes.”
Catherine’s expression became more solemn as she continued.
“Someone who wishes to claim the throne cannot rely on impulsiveness alone. The struggle for power is like a chess game, where every move must be calculated several steps in advance. Those who focus only on their immediate gains will eventually fall into traps set by people who are capable of thinking further ahead.”
Ivy narrowed her eyes thoughtfully.
‘If Rayami isn’t the real threat, then someone else might be manipulating the situation from behind the scenes.’
She looked directly at Catherine and asked, “Is there anyone else I should be wary of?”
Catherine’s gaze sharpened, and the faint smile that had lingered on her face disappeared.
“Since you have decided to enter politics, there is no one you can afford to ignore.”
“From my perspective, the only person you truly need to be careful of is Prince Hanake. He possesses a strange ability, and until now, no one has been able to determine its true nature. Just when someone thinks they have finally figured out how his power works, it changes into something entirely different.”
Catherine’s expression grew serious.
“Sometimes, his ability allows him to increase his blood compatibility temporarily, while at other times, he can combine different superpowers in ways that nobody can explain. His power is incredibly difficult to judge, and that makes him far more dangerous than someone whose abilities are already known.”
Ivy blinked in surprise as a possibility occurred to her.
“Does he possess the ability to copy other people’s superpowers?”
Catherine shook her head slowly.
“Even if that were the case, he would still need some kind of connection to the person whose power he wanted to copy. He might have to touch them, absorb their crystal, or come into contact with their superpower in some other way, wouldn’t he? However, Prince Hanake is completely different.”
She paused for a moment.
“All he needs to do is mutter the name of a superpower, and he can wield it. Not only that, but he can use two different superpowers simultaneously. That is what makes his ability so concerning, because nobody knows what he might be capable of doing next.”
A faint crease appeared between Catherine’s eyebrows as she continued speaking.
“Previously, I thought there was no need for me to pay much attention to him because none of my children had ever considered participating in the race for the throne. However, now that you have appeared…”
Catherine stopped midway through her sentence, but Ivy immediately understood what she meant.
Since Ivy intended to compete for the throne, Catherine’s family could no longer afford to remain completely detached from the political struggle.
Any threat to Ivy could eventually become a threat to them as well, particularly if their relationship with her became known to the other princes and princesses.
Ivy rose from her seat and bowed respectfully to Catherine.
“Thank you so much, Princess Catherine. Because of you, I now have a much clearer understanding of the situation, and I feel more confident about my chances of inheriting the throne.”
Catherine waved her hand dismissively, indicating that Ivy didn’t need to be so formal.
“There is no need to make such a big deal out of it. I have merely told you a few things that you should know.”
However, her expression soon darkened again as she looked directly at Ivy.
“Nevertheless, I must warn you about something. If you believe that the information I have provided will be enough to protect you from every danger, then you are mistaken. King Hugo already knows that you have arrived on this planet.”
Ivy blinked in surprise.
‘What? I thought Princess Rayami was the one who had been investigating my whereabouts and gathering information about me.”
Catherine laughed softly at her assumption.
“Do you truly believe that Princess Rayami is the only person who knows about your arrival? The truth is that many of the things happening here are, in one way or another, influenced by Hugo.”
She leaned back against her seat, her voice becoming more solemn as she explained the reason.
“His superpower allows him to see the future. He can glimpse what is going to happen and understand the most likely possibilities before other people even realize that something is changing. You might believe that you are devising an entirely new plan, when, in reality, he may have already foreseen the outcome and prepared himself accordingly.”
Catherine fixed Ivy with a serious gaze, ensuring that the younger woman understood the gravity of her warning.
“Therefore, you must never underestimate him, and you certainly must not cross him carelessly. No matter how clever you believe your plans to be, you should always remember that he might already know what you intend to do.”
Upon hearing those words, Ivy fell silent for a moment before giving a faint nod.
She had already understood that Planet Astra was far more complicated than it appeared on the surface. However, learning that the current king could foresee possible futures made the situation even more troublesome.
‘If he can see the future, then I will have to be extremely careful about the decisions I make around him.’
Meanwhile, Valer, who had been listening to their political discussion for quite some time, finally lost his patience.
“Can the two of you please put the political discussion aside for a moment? My exams are much more important right now!”