Getting a Technology System in Modern Day
chapter-673

Two weeks later.

The fleet members had wrapped up their vacation and returned to their duties, brimming with excitement and enthusiasm—at least the majority of them. The fleet's exploratory mission was now in full swing once again.

As usual, a meeting was taking place somewhere within the fleet, but this one was special because of one of its attendees – the emperor.

Although the mission had shifted from a no-direct-contact protocol to an active-contact protocol, its core procedures remained unchanged. The only notable difference was that fleet members could now stay in touch with their families after their shifts.

This meant the fleet continued to operate as a self-governing entity, with no interference from anyone other than the emperor. His oversight remained the only exception, and it would only extend beyond his usual limits if he explicitly stated otherwise.

This rule, combined with the fleet's unique circumstances, led to the emperor's personal attendance at the meeting he had called.

The other attendees were the same individuals who had been present when the connection with the star system was established: Ayaka and Fleet Admiral Bianchi.

“Let them keep everything they’ve earned during their training period,” Aron declared decisively, addressing what had appeared to be a significant and challenging issue.

“Why?” Ayaka inquired. “Won’t injecting such a large sum of money into the economy all at once have a negative impact?”

Aron’s decision prompted a logical question from Ayaka, who was not hesitant to seek clarification from the emperor. Known for his openness in explaining his decisions, Aron welcomed such inquiries.

“Based on our simulations, this won’t be an issue,” he explained.

Noticing their curiosity about the specifics, he continued, “There are several reasons for this. First, the six-month travel time between the solar system and here effectively isolates the two locations. This significant distance prevents any immediate economic impact from the sudden influx of money, as there’s no immediate physical exchange that will be happening over such a long span for a few years.

Second, even though they will be connected to the empire, whether they join as citizens or allies, physical meetings will be prohibited for the first few years. This restriction will allow them to establish and stabilize their own economy independently. As a result, the currency that started as a virtual currency will have real-world backing and value, ensuring it’s not merely an artificial creation, allowing for it to have a peaceful transition.

Third, inflation typically occurs when the amount of money in circulation increases without a corresponding rise in the availability of goods. However, in this case, while the money supply will indeed grow, the number of people in the economy will also increase proportionally. Although it might seem that doubling the population could lead to shortages and price hikes, the initial isolation period allows the Proximians to develop their economy independently. This separation ensures that both economies can adjust and stabilize before they are physically and openly integrated.

Fourth, even if the scenarios I outlined do occur, I can address any potential economic issues using my personal wealth. This means the empire won’t need to make any immediate adjustments to its current economic policies.

These are just a few of the key reasons, but I believe they should suffice to illustrate why the concerns about economic disruption are manageable,” he concluded, wrapping up his explanation.

‘This is the power and influence that comes with absolute authority and wealth,’ both Ayaka and Bianchi thought. They were well aware of how previous governments had to deliberate extensively—discussing, debating, and voting—before reaching any decisions. Such processes often involved compromises that could dilute important aspects of a proposal, potentially benefiting a few while harming the whole and allowing room for exploitation. In stark contrast, Aron’s decision-making was swift and decisive.

While such concentration of power could be dangerous if misused, Aron had yet to show any self-serving tendencies. Instead, he had established transparent countermeasures, and the public was well aware of them.

As for the use of his wealth, while it was unprecedented and had never been seen before, they recognized that he truly had the capability to address economic issues with his personal resources. He could do so effortlessly, without even invoking his authority as emperor.

“Then, is there anything else that requires my decision?” Aron asked, having resolved the issues that were within his purview.

“There are none at the moment,” Bianchi replied. “However, the topic of leadership will be up for discussion following your meeting with them.”

“True, it will be handled afterward,” Aron said. “From the report, it seems the leadership structure and government positions were selected according to imperial protocol. If they join the empire, their only requirement will be to swear allegiance. If they become allies, we’ll just need to sign the alliance agreement as agreed. It’s not a major issue.”

“Looks like there are no more questions,” Aron said. “Then I’ll excuse myself as I need to make final preparations for a journey.” As he spoke, his body began to disintegrate, gradually disappearing from the meeting room.

Aron and Rina were seated in the cheering stand of a school football field, dressed in casual clothes. They watched with interest as children played football on the field, enjoying the lively atmosphere.

Aron was there to support his brother at his request before his departure, making the most of the time with his family before his and Rina's long journey ahead. It was a nice break from his usual duties and a chance to connect with his loved ones.

“Goal!!!!!” Aron and Rina jumped in excitement as his brother scored, their cheers nearly startling those around them. The crowd, normally composed due to their presence, seemed momentarily taken aback, especially since his fabled security team was not visible in the stadium.

“That’s my brother!” Aron exclaimed with unrestrained joy, his enthusiasm undiminished by the startled looks of those around him. He continued cheering loudly, his eyes following his younger brother as he celebrated, his smile beaming with pride and happiness.

After a moment of exuberant cheering, Aron and Rina settled back into their seats, turning their attention to the restarted match.

This was one of the final activities on their list before their departure, and Aron felt a deep sense of satisfaction for having chosen to be part of it.