After subduing the seven million Kryptonian survivors in Kandor City, New Krypton finally experienced a minor boom.
Under Leto's arrangements, everyone began to absorb the pure solar energy produced by the sunflowers in an orderly manner to help them quickly achieve the full Awakening of their innate talents.
Then, they would receive the baptism of the tree of life, gaining the blessing of psychic abilities.
This entire process transformed these former Kryptonian commoners into a multitude of small Supermen with extraordinary powers.
Of course, there were still some who wanted to take advantage of the situation to cause trouble; after all, as the former capital of Krypton, Kandor City was home to many Families that held real power.
Many individuals from these Families still couldn't shed the arrogance ingrained in their bones.
Upon learning that the genetic Ranks also had varying strengths in the abilities they granted, they still wanted to step on the heads of lower-Rank commoners, just as they had in the past.
Then, what awaited them was Zod's act of killing a chicken to scare the monkeys.
After witnessing Zod's domineering demeanor, they understood that the current New Krypton was his absolute domain.
However, having enjoyed privileges for too long, they still desired to be the controllers of power from the depths of their beings.
Through the public information on New Krypton, they learned that their once-proud Advanced genes were not the pinnacle of power; above them existed Super genes.
Thus, they set their sights on the Super gene serum, plotting in secret to obtain samples of the original serum.
However, on New Krypton, filled with Super Kryptonian Warriors, let alone their every move, even their innermost thoughts were completely exposed.
Therefore, they became the first batch of prisoners on New Krypton, treated as Universe miners, collecting resources alongside Brainiac's robots.
"General, Jor-El and Zo-El have requested to return to New Krypton. Should I approve?"
After learning about the events in Kandor City from his brother, Jor-El could no longer suppress his agitation and wished to see his surviving kin.
"Let them return!"
Standing at Zod's current height, some past trivial matters had become insignificant to him.
Jor-El was no different from ordinary Kryptonian citizens in his eyes.
It was at this moment that Zod's expression suddenly froze, as he received a warning from the Universe.
"What happened?"
Immediately, Zod's Divine Sense merged into the Universe Void Realm, receiving any news concerning himself and New Krypton.
Upon opening his eyes again, a strong killing intent flashed in Zod's eyes: "Apokolips, Darkseid, you've come at just the right time. I'll start with you, then unify the entire Universe."
On the other side, facing Apokolips's reckless all-out assault, many New Gods on New Genesis could no longer sit still!
After so many years of conflict, their constant goal was to completely eradicate Apokolips and end the cruel rule of the Dark Tyrant.
But at this moment, the Highfather, as the Supreme leader of New Genesis, had yet to give the order.
"Father, what are you still waiting for? If we miss an opportunity like this, it won't come again for tens of thousands of years."
"Your Majesty Highfather, Your Highness Orion is right. This is an excellent opportunity that won't appear for tens of thousands of years; we cannot sit by and do nothing!"
"Regardless of who Apokolips is targeting this time, if they launch such a large-scale war, their opponent must not be simple. This is our chance to unite and completely destroy Apokolips."
"Supreme Highfather, give the order! We have waited too long for this day!"
At this time, almost all the New Gods in the core power structure of New Genesis—the Council of Eight—were urging the Highfather to order the mobilization of armies to prepare for war with Apokolips.
After glancing at his adopted son and his trusted aides, the Highfather finally spoke slowly:
"Do you know who Darkseid's opponent is this time?"
Everyone looked at each other, as they had no idea about the inside story.
At this moment, only Metron stepped forward. He sat on a replica Mobius Chair, a look of certainty on his face, and said:
"Your Majesty Supreme Highfather, is Apokolips's target for conquest this time New Krypton?"
Because besides the Highfather, he and Orion were the only two who had dealt with Zod, and Orion was a God of Violence with muscles for brains, who didn't think that much.
The pressure that had appeared earlier gave him a sense of familiarity.
Combining all the information, Metron finally concluded that whatever caused all that must be related to Zod.
"Indeed, it is New Krypton. The pressure that caused the Universe-wide tremor previously came from that Kryptonian General."
"I don't know why his power suddenly increased so drastically, but even before this, he was a powerful threat no less than Darkseid!"
After hearing the Highfather's words, the other New Gods all had thoughtful expressions.
Only Orion, somewhat puzzled, directly asked: "Father, if he has such strength, couldn't we just unite with him to destroy Apokolips first?"
"Your Highness Orion, things are not as simple as you think."
"In the current situation, eliminating one Apokolips will only bring about a stronger New Krypton. That Kryptonian General's ambition is no less than Darkseid's."
At this point, Metron immediately spoke to explain to Orion.
In fact, after the Highfather spoke those words, everyone except Orion had basically understood his intention.
But Orion still said, unwilling to give up: "Then, facing such a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, are we just going to watch quietly and do nothing?"
"Your Highness Orion, of course not. Your Majesty Highfather has long seen through everything. This Universe war will not end in a short time."
"Therefore, we cannot be too impatient. After Apokolips and New Krypton have exhausted each other, or even suffered mutual destruction, we might be able to directly end both of these Universe hegemonic powers!"
At this time, Metron's tone carried a hint of satisfaction.
After the Mobius Chair was taken from him, his hatred for Zod and New Krypton had long surpassed that for Apokolips.
After all, that was his Foundation for becoming the God of Knowledge. After losing the chair, his position on New Genesis had also become awkward.
Originally, with his semi-omniscient ability, everyone at least outwardly maintained a minimum level of respect for him.
But now, apart from Orion, who was closest to him, everyone else, openly and secretly, showed contempt towards him.
Now, being able to see a battle to the death erupt between Apokolips and New Krypton, no matter the outcome, he felt it was a release of pent-up anger.
Of course, the best outcome he hoped for in this Universe war was as he said: Apokolips and New Krypton suffering mutual destruction, and them taking the opportunity to eliminate both sides.
By then, he might even be able to seize the opportunity to reclaim his chair and reascend the throne of the God of Knowledge.
After Metron's explanation, Orion finally understood.
However, in his heart, Apokolips remained the greatest threat.
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