Especially the physiological data recorded during the final explosive phase of 'Rose' in the 'Silent Graveyard', where her body's energy release efficiency and tissue endurance have already reached the baseline recorded for the 'first generation Thunder Warrior'.

"More importantly, this modification seems to have considerable 'universality' and 'stability'. From the observed performance of several core members, this technology is not a singular instance but is likely a systematic enhancement method within their team. This is ideologically in line with the 'forbidden technology' of the Golden Age, which required specific talents and had a very high failure rate, but in some aspects... seems more refined?"

At the end of the report, the head of technical analysis wrote in bold:

"Although lacking direct evidence, based on all intelligence, we have reason to strongly suspect: 'New Bauhinia' has mastered and is practically applying a set of bioengineering technology highly homologous to the lost 'Galaxy Empire Human Enhancement Technique', and possibly even more advanced. This technology is likely a significant foundation for why their core members possess such astounding individual combat power."

This report caused a greater shock among the high ranks of the 'Sons of the Empire' than the defeat on the battlefield.

"The Galaxy Empire's human modification technology... how could they have mastered this?"

A priest from the Holy Silver Church Country looked at the report, fingers unconsciously tapping on the table, eyes filled with disbelief, "Those technologies... most should have been destroyed or lost with the collapse of the Empire and the 'Great Purge'! Even if there are some remnants, they are strictly controlled by us, listed as the highest taboo!"

The consultant of the Golden Federation had a grim expression: "Don't forget, they come from the Edge Star Domain, the area where the 'Peak Alliance' is located, historically a remote frontier of the Empire, where chaos and forgetfulness are most severe. It is not completely impossible for some forbidden knowledge to be preserved and passed down in such chaos. Moreover, that Bai E... his origin itself is a mystery."

The representative from the Steel Alliance was more concerned with the actual impact: "If the report is accurate, then 'New Bauhinia' is not just about having a few genius mech pilots. They might possess a systematic technology that can mass-produce 'super soldiers'! This is what's truly terrifying! The power of an individual is ultimately limited, but a mature, replicable enhancement system... is enough to quickly create a formidable elite force!"

The content of this report inevitably spread in vague terms and rumors to the core circles of the respective teams of the 'Sons of the Empire'.

For those proud, power-seeking young aces, this news brought not fear, but an uncontrollable excitement and yearning.

In the residence of the 'Bright Star' of the Golden Federation, Astra, just back from healing, looked at the vague intelligence summary in his hand, his eyes flickering.

The defeat by Bai E's sword, even now, was a thorn in his heart.

Such pure extreme power and speed were absolutely unattainable through mere training.

"Body modification technology homologous to the Empire's technology..." he murmured, "if I could also undergo such an enhancement, perhaps I could catch up with him, even surpass him?"

As the 'Child of Destiny', he had an almost obsessive pursuit of becoming stronger, willing to try any potential means to enhance his power.

In the Flame Republic's 'Blood Fury Battle Group', the belligerent 'War Dog' Grom directly approached the leading general: "Old man! I heard those New Bauhinia people fight so well because of some ancient modification technology? Do we have it? Give me one too! Next time I meet that Rose, I want to tear her apart myself!"

He revered the most primitive force and violence, filled with interest in technology that could directly enhance physical strength.

Other aces like the 'Sacred Seal' of the Holy Silver Church Country, and the 'Steel Soul' of the Steel Alliance, although not as overt as Astra and Grom, also expressed similar curiosity and intent privately through their own channels to their team managers or their families—

Could they obtain similar enhancements to deal with the potential future clashes against Bai E or his team members?

However, the desires of these young talents were met with clear and even stern rejections from their respective high-level powers.

"Nonsense!" An elder of the Golden Federation reprimanded an official transmitting such requests during an internal meeting, "The 'Extreme Warrior' modification technology is taboo! Not only because of the loss and risks of the technology itself, but also because of the history it represents, and that... person!"

"You mean... the 'Human Emperor'?" A relatively young official asked tentatively.

The elder was silent for a moment, a deep dread flashing in his eyes: "Yes. That technology was one of the core technologies the 'Human Emperor' used to forge his direct guards and legions. It shaped not only powerful warriors but also absolute loyalty and... to some extent, non-human will. Do you think, after the collapse of the Empire, we joined forces to erase most related technologies not only because they were dangerous, high-risk, but also because we could not allow the possibility of another 'Human Emperor' appearing! An individual whose strength is so overwhelming it can crush everything, while also holding the technology to mass-produce absolutely loyal super soldiers... That would be a devastating threat to the balance of the Milky Way, to our current position!"

The high-level of the Holy Silver Church Country gave a similarly serious admonition to the guide of the 'Sacred Seal': "Power needs restraint, needs to serve the correct 'way'. Such brutal, life-overdrafting, and natural-form-distorting modifications are contrary to the 'purity' and 'ascension' our Lord pursues. More crucially, it opens Pandora's box. Once we restart such technology, who can ensure it won't be abused? Who can ensure it won't create another uncontrollable monster that tramples on Order with absolute power? The lesson of the 'Human Emperor' was not profound enough?"

The Steel Alliance's military committee issued a formal directive: "Strictly prohibit any team members from privately accessing or seeking such forbidden technologies. Our strength lies in collective discipline, advanced technology, and precise coordination, not in blindly pursuing individual superhumanization. Tell 'Steel Soul' that his task is to lead the team to victory, not to become a lone hero. The power brought by such technology is accompanied by risks of losing control and alienation, with many in history who have become monsters due to such modifications. We don't need uncontrollable weapons."

The high-level response to Grom from the Flame Republic was more blunt and rough: "Scram! That kind of technology is for making the Emperor's dogs! Do you want to be a dog? Our Flame warriors rely on will and instincts tempered by war! Don't think about those crooked ways! If you bring it up again, go to the border patrol and farm for ten years!"

Behind these rejections lay a common, deep-seated fear among the high-level of the 'Sons of the Empire'.

They enjoy the power of dividing the Galaxy and dominating civilizations, but this power is built on the ruins of the Empire's collapse.

The former 'Human Emperor', as a symbol of the supreme power of the old Empire, with his personal absolute force terrifying enough to crush an era and make the stars tremble.

And his legion of 'Extreme Warriors', created with forbidden technology to serve only him, has always been a sword hanging over their hearts. 𝒇𝒓𝙚𝒆𝔀𝓮𝓫𝒏𝓸𝙫𝓮𝓵.𝓬𝙤𝙢

What they fear is not the technology itself, but the existence that such technology might give rise to, another 'Human Emperor' type of rising.

That would mean the complete overthrow of the current Order, threatening their power and status in the most direct, violent way.

Bai E's sudden emergence has already shown them this trend—

A leader with incredible individual combat power, seemingly capable of leading numerous extraordinary warriors.

If further confirmed that he has control over technology similar to 'Extreme Warriors'... the threat level will escalate indefinitely.

Thus, they must nail this technology, along with the possibilities it represents, firmly on the pillar of 'taboo'.

Not only will they themselves not touch it lightly, but they must also closely guard it, preventing any force from developing it further!