Chapter 793 Golden Leek!
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A small silver cube floated above the totem, gushing out black cloud-like energy.
Evolution energy spread in the nest, covering the Black Spirit Race one after another. In just a short time, the nest was already filled with black cocoons.
With a flash of Mechanical Force on Han Xiao's fingertips, the small silver-white cube obediently returned to his hand, and he wore it back on his neck.
Han Xiao nodded. "Now, I just have to wait. I wonder what the Black Spirit Race will evolve into."
Advanced civilizations more or less controlled secret technology that others could not replicate. The Evolution Cube was a relic of a civilization very close to becoming a Universal Civilization. The technological essence within it had long been lost. Even when it was in Psyker's hands, the Arcane Church could not understand it. Han Xiao had only tested the various parameters of the Evolution Cube.
There were comparatively fewer restrictions on this Universal Treasure. The Evolution Cube would absorb multi-dimensional and dark energy to charge up automatically. The method to use it over a large area was to cover an entire area with the Evolution Cube. That way, all the creatures within that area would be evolved.
This evolution energy was considered in the rage of Space Wonders-safe, no side effects, and exceeded all kinds of gene medicine and gene hormones. It was as if countless years of natural evolution were all concentrated in one individual.
After a short wait, a sudden clear and crisp sound appeared.
Ka-cha!
One black cocoon cracked open, showing the Black Spirit Race member inside.
The Black Spirit Race were originally black insects with strange appearances-they had hair between the gaps of their carapace, and their mouths were cone-shaped and could penetrate stone. They had no eyes, only four antennae that functioned as their sight organs. They had four muscular legs and a shovel-shaped tail covered in carapace. Basically, they looked like very vicious beasts.
Now, however, the appearance of the Black Spirit Race had drastically changed.
The proportion of their carapace and their muscle became much more balanced in a streamlined shape, much more aesthetic to the eyes. The hair in between the gaps on their carapace was all gone. They looked much neater.
The sharp fangs in their mouths became tidy. Two of the four antennae on their heads became longer and thicker, hanging on the back of their head like hair. The two antennae below disappeared and became bean-sized azure eyes. The antennae were previously organs to help them to adapt to living underground, but now the Black Spirit Race had started to get used to sunlight and were trying to live above ground. Originally, it would take many years for them to slowly develop and evolve into having eyes. However, the Evolution Cube had drastically reduced this process.
The Black Spirit Race still used four feet, but their two back feet became much more muscular as if they could easily stand up.
Kaching!
With the first Black Spirit Race completing its evolution, it seemed to start a chain reaction. Tons of black cocoons started to shatter. The brand new-looking Black Spirit Race appeared and looked around with confusion.
The surprise of the Black Spirit Race spread quickly in the Mind Network. To Han Xiao, these internal thoughts sounded as young as the voices of a child.
"Wha-What is this feeling?"
"I can see so clearly. Is this what sight is?"
"The sun is so blinding..."
Having gained normal sight for the first time, countless Black Spirit Race members felt curious and adapted to their new organ.
Han Xiao suddenly realized-the biggest change that the Black Spirit Race had undergone was not their appearances but their minds. They were born with connective minds, which meant that the Black Spirit Race had a very high talent in that area. Now, that talent was amplified... The most direct impact was that the brains of the Black Spirit Race became much more developed.
This time, a clear voice appeared in Han Xiao's mind, which shocked him a little. This voice did not come from the Prophecy Stone group chat server but was a voice sent to him through direct psychic communication.
"Black Star God, we will remember the blessing you've granted upon us forever."
Han Xiao looked over and saw that the Germinal Tribe leader was noticeably larger than the normal Black Spirit Race members and was staring at him with his bean-sized eyes. The voice came from him.
"You can use psychic power?" Han Xiao wondered.
The Prophecy Stone was the base station of the Black Spirit Race's Mind Network. Without it, the Black Spirit Race could not previously connect their minds. Now, however, the Germinal Tribe leader was able to transmit his voice without the help of the Prophecy Stones. This had exceptional meanings.
"I don't know. I just felt that I could suddenly do it. I seem to be able to do this too." The Germinal Tribe leader shook his head and suddenly picked up a small Prophecy Stone, bit it, and swallowed it. Right after, a circle of invisible energy spread from his head.
Feidin was slightly shocked. "Such special energy, there are traces of the Prophecy Stone in it..."
The next moment, the Germinal Tribe leader's psychic energy formed a new Mind Network and turned him into a chat server. He had undergone some kind of positive mutation during the evolution, which tremendously stimulated his psychic talent. There were dozens more mutants just like him.
Han Xiao was surprised. Every complete Prophecy Stone was equivalent to an individual Mind Network server. Only the Black Spirit Race members in the same server could communicate with each other. Now, however, some mutants had become able to create their own servers, once again increasing the mobility and unity of this race.
This had extraordinary meanings to a race. With their race-specific talent enhanced, they would be able to adapt to more environments.
With such high potential, maybe this race can really grow into a powerful civilization in the future.
That was how Han Xiao sincerely felt.
He was truly glad that he had kept the Black Spirit Race alive back then. Han Xiao had a feeling that this insignificant investment of his might yield more profit than he had ever expected.
After bidding farewell to the Germinal Tribe, Han Xiao did the same for the other tribes one after another.
As the Black Spirit Race had migrated as an entire race back then, although the various tribes lived separately throughout the years, they were still relatively close in terms of distance. So, it did not take too much time.
Han Xiao had gifted them the evolution opportunity, so the Black Spirit Race felt gratitude toward this 'god' of theirs from the depths of their hearts. Their belief became more deeply rooted, and they believed that they were a race blessed by God.
After Han Xiao left in the spaceship, all the tribes started to sculpt new wall paintings-of a small man representing Han Xiao floating above the ground, worshipped by the Black Spirit Race under him.
This day was forever recorded in the Black Spirit Race's history.
...
Completing the Black Spirit Race's evolution had taken less time than Han Xiao expected. He took his time looking for Fixed Stars to train Heber's Energy Training Technique on the way and finally arrived at Planet Aquamarine.
"Welcome home."
At the dock, Bennett looked at Han Xiao as he walked down the spaceship, smiling with the joy of reuniting with an old friend.
Home...
Han Xiao's thoughts drifted away for an instant before he suppressed the sudden surge of some kind of emotion and sized Bennett up.
Bennett still stood as straight as he always had, and his white hair was neatly combed.
Behind Bennett were a ton of officers that looked like they were filled with nervousness and panic. When facing Black Star, their protector, only Bennett could remain casual. Everyone else was overwhelmed by the pressure.
Black Star's 'wiping away nations with a few words' deed had only been a few years ago. The example of the Six Nations was still crystal clear in the minds of these people. They could not control their anxiety when facing someone who could decide the life or death of their entire government with a few words.
However, the impact of what Black Star had done back then had already shown throughout the past years. From the perspective of an entire civilization, uniting the government was indeed beneficial. It drastically reduced internal conflict, and making decisions was much more efficient. Had they entered the galactic society with multiple governments, they would have ended up like the Luhan Beastmen.
"You look well." Han Xiao nodded. He then looked at the small boy beside Bennett.
Nero looked up and stared at Han Xiao with curiosity.
He had seen Han Xiao countless times in textbooks. He even memorized his deeds before. However, this was the first time that he had seen him in person.
"God-Godfather," Nero stuttered with a shy tone.
"Good boy." Han Xiao smiled. He then lowered his waist and picked Nero up, firmly holding him in his arms and tapping Nero's forehead.
Nero was Bennett's child. Bennett had decided to stay and guard Planet Aquamarine and given his child to Han Xiao to take care of. Of course, he was willing to take care of an old friend's child.
Nero had initially been a little nervous because of how high Han Xiao's position was, but Han Xiao was very friendly and warm to him, so he became relaxed in no time and laughed joyfully.
"This toy is for you." Han Xiao casually waved. Nanoparticles flew out from his shirt and quickly turned into a black and gold hovering guard flying around Nero.
This was high-level Orange equipment; its energy core was a stable dark energy reaction furnace. It had both offensive and defensive abilities and multiple other functions.
A bright blue and gold electric spark lit up on Han Xiao's palm and flew into the floating guard. He gave this machine permanent [Emperor's Gift] and [Machinery Fusion] blessings, giving it increased capability.
"This Hovering Guard is a gift for you to protect yourself. You can give it a name."
Then, with a snap of Han Xiao's finger, he created a nano-level nerves connection device and planted it into the back of Nero's head without him feeling any pain. He added, "It can move with your thoughts. However, this thing is very powerful. You'd better not use it recklessly, especially not to hit your father."
An orange equipment made by a Beyond Grade A Super was extremely powerful. Even without his Mechanical Force bonuses, this hovering guard alone would be able to easily defeat any Grade C Supers. This type of machine had no level limit. It was basically god-tier equipment to low-level Supers. He did not even sell this to the players.
Nero tried to control the hovering guard. With a thought, the hovering guard followed his commands and moved around smoothly as if it was his own body. Nero's eyes sparkled immediately as if he had discovered a new continent.
"Thanks, godfather!" With a face full of surprise, Nero hugged Han Xiao's neck and expressed his excitement.
"Go play." Han Xiao chuckled, put Nero down, and turned around to head to the political building with Bennett.
On the way, Bennett started to report the situation.
"I've announced gathering orders in the various cities. It's almost done. There's nothing I can do to those we've missed."
He had explained the situation about the Evolution Cube to the people of Planet Aquamarine. Those who wanted to evolve would gather on their own. This would save a lot of time.
However, some people were unwilling to gather due to various reasons.
"Let them be. I'm not forcing everyone to accept the evolution." Han Xiao shook his head. "By the way, I'll let you use it first."
Bennett smiled bitterly and said, "I don't actually want to use it..."
"You're different." Han Xiao waved his hands. "This is an evolution involving an entire civilization. Don't you want to experience it for your people beforehand so that you have nothing to worry about?"
Bennett shook his head with resignation and did not oppose it.
"By the way, Nero too..." Han Xiao paused. "Let me take him into the galaxy. I'll help him become a Super."
"Isn't he too young?" Bennett hesitated.
"The earlier he becomes a Super, the better. Since you're planning to let Nero live his life in the universe in the future, it's best to let him get used to that life as early as possible. Plus, there's me. What do you have to worry about? He's my godson. I'll take him to travel for a few months in the universe before bringing him back."
"Sigh, alright then." Bennett was initially hesitant, but he nodded in the end. He decided to stay and guard his mother planet, but he did not want to limit Nero's future because of his own reasons.
This time, Han Xiao suddenly thought of something.
He thought about seeing Nero's attributes.
He turned and looked behind. Nero was following behind them and playing with his new toy.
Han Xiao secretly released a tiny bit of Mechanical Force, turning nanoparticles into a metal needle invisible to the naked eye. He remotely controlled it and stabbed Nero's butt.
"Ow!" Nero felt a pain on his butt and yelled with shock. He looked around hastily but did not notice anything.
As this dealt 1 damage to Nero, combat information appeared on the interface, and Nero's attributes were fully listed in Han Xiao's eyes.
Han Xiao scanned through. Suddenly, a tint of shock flashed past his eyes.
Nero was still an ordinary child, so his attributes were basically empty. However, under the list of talents, there was a bright and shining list that shocked even Han Xiao.
The Molding Talent-[Advanced Luck Glow]!
Thi-This is Feidin's level of Luck Glow. This kid is a high-level protagonist character‽ Han Xiao was so in disbelief he almost wanted to rub his eyes.
In his previous life, Bennett's life had been completely different, and Nero did not even exist.
Bennett had Basic Luck Glow, and his son had Advanced Luck Glow. What are the chances of that? Did this thing run in their blood‽
This time, a daring speculation appeared in his mind.
Could it be that... Nero's Advanced Luck Glow has something to do with me?
Come to think about it, Nero's dad is the Aquamarine Federation's leader, his godfather is Black Star, who's known across the entire galaxy, and he will receive personal mentorship from a Beyond Grade A at a young age! Isn't that exactly extraordinary luck‽
Han Xiao had no idea that such a high-quality leek would come to grow in his own leek field. He was so surprised that even the way he looked at Nero changed.
Although Nero was just a kid, in Han Xiao's eyes, this kid had become a treasure overflowing with luck.
If he had decided to take care of Nero because of personal reasons before, he now truly wanted to train this potential stock!
For a high-level protagonist-type character, he would at least become a Calamity Grade in the future!
What a pleasant surprise...
Han Xiao was thrilled.
Chapter 794 The "True Protagonist"
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The first group to accept the evolution from the Evolution Cube the next day were the residents of the capital, Black Star City.
The spaceship with Han Xiao and Bennett and the others in it slowly passed from above the city. The energy released from the Evolution Cube covered the people below.
"Maybe this will be a new chapter for the Planet Aquamarine civilization." Bennett could not help but feel that way when looking at this.
He had already undergone the evolution the previous night and felt the effects of the Evolution Cube clearly. It was as if he had returned to his peak in his younger years. His body felt energetic, and his mind worked much faster. The enhancement the Evolution Cube provided to ordinary people was focused on strengthening their mind.
Turning to look at Han Xiao's back, Bennett had a lot of thoughts in his mind. Planet Aquamarine had been able to achieve the era it had all thanks to this old friend of his.
Twenty years ago, who would have thought that a traitor of the Germinal Organization could ever reach such an unbelievable height?
Galactic spaceships would take no time to go around a planet. Very soon, the process was completed.
Han Xiao did not pay attention to how overjoyed the people were. Bennett would take care of the aftermath. He would definitely promote what he had done and might even include this in the textbooks.
As Han Xiao was done with this task, he did not want to stay much longer on Planet Aquamarine and wanted to leave immediately. He got a message from Sylvia that the Crimson Dynasty's team were about to arrive at the Black Star Army headquarters, so he had to return.
As the spaceship returned to the dock, a gentle woman waited there, holding Nero's hand.
Bennett brought his officers to the dock, shared a few words with the woman, and pushed Nero's back a little, signaling for him to board the ship.
"Go, your future is in the galaxy. Black Star will take care of you," Bennett said slowly.
Nero's eyes were red. He had found out that he would be following his godfather into the universe the night before, and he almost thought that his daddy did not want him anymore. He cried and cried, and only after Bennett talked and explained it to him for very long did he accept this.
He had only read about the galactic society in textbooks and on the internet; this was his first time entering the galaxy. Thinking about those weird-looking aliens that existed in the universe, he was both afraid and secretly looking forward to it.
Nero climbed up the gangway tiredly with his tiny legs. Han Xiao stood beside the hatch and pulled him in.
Han Xiao exchanged looks with Bennett, and they both nodded at each other.
"Shut the gate," Han Xiao ordered.
Whoosh.
The hatch closed slowly. Nero looked around. Through the gradually shrinking gap of the gate, he saw that Bennett and his mother were standing on the docks, waving goodbye to him.
Ka-cha.
The last gap disappeared. The hatch shut tightly as if separating the two worlds.
"Follow me."
Han Xiao shook his head and brought Nero to the cockpit of the spaceship.
Through the porthole, Nero saw the city quickly shrinking below his feet and the sky above him turning from blue to black.
The spaceship trembled slightly and left the planet's atmosphere. The full look of Planet Aquamarine appeared in Nero's eyes. He stared at it with his eyes and mouth wide open. This experience was too marvelous for a kid like him.
He tightly grabbed Han Xiao's legs-this was the only support his tiny heart currently had.
Han Xiao stood beside him with a smile and did not move. After the spaceship entered hyperdrive, he brought Nero out of the cockpit and toured the entire spaceship while teaching him the general knowledge of the galaxy.
"These are the things you need to remember. Don't worry. With me here, most people in the universe won't be able to hurt you."
The two of them came to the hall. Ames, Hila, and the rest of the Black Star Guards were chatting casually. When they saw Nero, they all took turns to tease him with friendly and loving looks on their faces. They all quite liked this cute and obedient kid. Even Hila suppressed her cold aura, and her eyes looked gentler.
"So this is Uncle Bennett's kid." Aurora hugged Nero in her arms and could not let go. Originally, she was the youngest there, but now there was finally an even younger one. She was overjoyed. Furthermore, this was the kid of someone she knew.
Nero's face blushed completely. He stood in place stiffly and did not dare move.
Han Xiao could not help but pull Aurora away and say with resignation, "Stop hugging him. Do you want to suffocate him?"
Looking down, Aurora slightly blushed. She snorted softly and heavily bashed Han Xiao's waist, which, of course, was just a tickle to him.
"By the way, Uncle Han Xiao gave you a gift. I shall give you one too." Aurora's eyes suddenly brightened. She extended her palm, and a clump of golden energy appeared in her hands. She pressed it into Nero's chest.
"Wha-What is this?" Nero was shocked. Then, he suddenly felt a sense of warmth and comfort all over his body, as if an infinite amount of strength was suddenly born inside him.
He touched his chest confusingly as if he could not understand how that clump of golden energy entered his body.
Aurora blinked and proudly said, "This is my Esper Ability. I gave you some concentrated vital energy, which will make you never sick and continuously vitalize your cells. Your body will gradually be enhanced, and you'll be even taller and stronger."
Not only could her Esper Ability heal people, but it could also give people buffs and stimulate the growth of beings.
For example, that fatty white bear who stayed in the Black Star headquarters and did nothing became a powerful individual after absorbing vital energy while being near Aurora for a long time. In more specific terms, Aurora's vital energy could give someone stronger attributes.
Seeing this, Hila, who rarely talked, spoke up. "Then I'll give you a present, too."
She snapped her fingers and shot out a red energy bullet, hitting Nero's back of his hand.
"Ah!" Nero suddenly felt a burning sensation on the back of his hand. He yelled with pain and rubbed his hand with droplets of tears in his eyes.
He looked down and saw a bright red pattern on the back of his hand that extended to his wrist, like a tattoo.
"This is a Dead Spirit Mark. For every creature you kill, this mark will absorb its remaining soul and enhance your psychic power." Hila's tone was casual and normal.
Although it was not really appropriate to mention murder to a kid, the people there were all used to it. Almost everyone there was a Calamity Grade who had killed hundreds of thousands, so they were not keen on painting 'the world is a fairy tale' image to a kid. Furthermore, since Nero would be guided by Black Star, he would definitely not be ordinary in the future. Therefore, they did not avoid this topic.
Nero was a little scared. He carefully pulled his sleeve and tried to cover the tattoo.
"Then I'll give you something too." Feidin smiled. His overflowing friendliness made Nero feel relaxed immediately.
Feidin released a wave of invisible psychic energy into Nero's mind, forming a Calamity Grade psychic barrier, preventing others from hurting him through psychic means.
The various other Black Star Guards were not petty and took out things to gift to Nero one after another. Although they were not worth much in the eyes of Calamity Grades, every single one of them could be considered a treasure in the eyes of lower-level Supers.
Looking at this, Han Xiao felt a sense of familiarity.
Why does this... look so familiar?
Isn't Nero exactly one of those types of blessed protagonist type characters who is loved by a bunch of old men from a young age‽
So, it's this type of Advanced Luck Glow, Han Xiao thought it was funny. Having received so many treasures, this kid's path ahead is wide and bright.
Lastly, it was Hadavy's turn. He searched his body and realized that there was not anything that was worth gifting.
Seeing that everyone was staring at him, he thought for a moment and took out a set of Wayne Cards from his pocket with a chuckle.
"How about I teach you to play cards?"
"Piss off!"
Bang!
Han Xiao moved like lightning and instantly kicked Hadavy onto the ground. Nanoparticles turned into cuffs and tied him up tightly.
Nero was startled and backed off hastily while the other Black Star Guards looked around as if the environment outside was marvelous.
"Hmm..." Hadavy's mouth was sealed by alloy. Not a single muscle on his body could move, leaving only his eyes moving around frantically.
"Stay on the ground and reflect!" Han Xiao was furious.
Teaching someone Wayne Cards is an unforgivable sin!
Never mind the fact that you're not giving my golden leek fertilizer, how dare you poisoning it‽
Do you want my golden leek to walk Herlous' path and fall deep into the abyss of achieving nothing‽
Ames caressed her chin and looked at this with a light smile on her face. Suddenly, she waved and signaled Nero to come over.
Nero obediently walked over to Ames. He was a little nervous. Although Ames looked just as friendly as everyone else, she felt very different from the other Black Star Guards to him. It was as if she possessed a unique sense of nobility. In front of her, Nero subconsciously felt restrained.
"Don't be nervous. I'll give you something too."
Ames smiled lightly. Suddenly, she took off the obsidian necklace on her neck and placed it into Nero's hands.
Han Xiao was a little surprised. This necklace did not have any special functions. It was just an ordinary accessory. However, Ames always wore it. Han Xiao wondered what story it had.
"Take care of it," Ames said with a light smile, not planning to explain the meaning of it. Then she faintly glanced at Han Xiao.
Nero hastily nodded and carefully pocketed the necklace.
After all the 'old men' finished sending their gifts, Han Xiao called Nero over and said with a smile, "I promised your father to raise you to be a powerful Super. You've definitely learned about Supers in school on Planet Aquamarine. Do you still remember how many types of Supers there are, right?"
"Yes." Nero nodded heavily. Then counting with his fingers, he said, "There are five-Psychic, Esper, Mechanic, Mage, and Psychic!"
"Now, it's your time to choose. What kind of Super do you want to be?" Han Xiao asked with a smile.
He did not know what kind of Super talent Nero had, so he asked him directly.
Everyone became quiet.
Choosing a Super system was the decision of a lifetime. Black Star seemed to want to strongly raise and teach Nero, so his choice was very important.
Nero hesitated for a while and looked up at the hovering guard flowing above him. His eyes became firm.
"Godfather, I want to be a Mechanic!"
"Haha, good choice!"
Han Xiao was overjoyed. Since Nero had chosen the Mechanic class, he would rightfully become his student. In the Shattered Star Ring, he was the peak of the Mechanic class. No one was more qualified than him to teach others.
Hearing that, many Black Star Guards secretly sighed.
Alas, why did you choose not to live like a human being?
...
Han Xiao activated Nero's Mechanical Force right on the ship. With his current strength, the method used to activate Mechanical Force in others was no longer the 'electric chair' that Sylvia had once experienced. It became safer and painless.
Planet Aquamarine was very close to the Black Star Army's headquarters. Han Xiao and the others returned not long after.
One day after, the Crimson Dynasty's transport team finally arrived.
The enormous fleet shrouded the sky. It was as if an eclipse was happening on Planet Golden Gate.
The army's headquarters became more boisterous.
The first batch of resources given by the Crimson Dynasty was unloaded and transported into the army's warehouse.
The first batch of dynasty elites to accept evolution also stepped onto the Black Star Army headquarters' docks.
There were four captains, representing elite members of their own faction respectively. Teny was one of the captains. He represented the dynasty military's Youngsters Faction.
These elites followed the army's receptionist into the hall, looking straight ahead all the way.
Upon arriving in the hall, the elites of the dynasty saw Han Xiao, who was waiting on his throne, immediately.
"Your Excellency Black Star."
Pa!
The tens of thousands of dynasty elites did a dynasty military greeting simultaneously and instantly. Their boots stomped the metal ground and made a crisp, loud sound.
Han Xiao narrowed his eyes. He walked down from the throne. The four captains stepped out of their formation and came to shake hands with Han Xiao one after another.
These four were all renowned NPCs in the previous life, among whom, Teny was the most famous. Almost no one in the Crimson Dynasty Faction did not know this renowned dynasty marshal. This was also the person whom Han Xiao paid the most attention to.
Compared to his appearance in Han Xiao's previous life, Teny was still very young. He gave off a very sharp, energetic vibe.
When it was time to shake Teny's hand, Han Xiao stared closely at his face and suddenly gave a mysterious smile.
"Teny Amenos, I've heard a lot about you."
Teny was stunned.
Black Star did not say anything when shaking the others' hands. Why did he just speak to me?
Heard a lot about me... has my name already spread to the Shattered Star Ring?
Then, the intelligence he had collected in the past few days flashed through his mind. A few days ago, he had discovered one of Black Star's abilities from this data.
This person has some kind of foresight ability.
There's definitely a reason for him to only speak with me!
This thought flashed through Teny's mind, but his face did not express any change. He shook Han Xiao's hand firmly and let it go.
Chapter 795 Goal
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The dynasty's elite soldiers were always quick and direct. The four of them briefly explained themselves. They did not request to rest and immediately asked to accept the Evolution Cube modification.
Han Xiao agreed. He would have more than enough time to communicate with them after that.
Buzz!
With a flash of blue and gold Mechanical Force, a small silver cube hovered above his head. He activated it with the password. The evolution energy flew out instantly and spread in the hall like a tsunami, shrouding the tens of thousands of dynasty elites.
Han Xiao deactivated the Evolution Cube, looked at the black cocoons all over the hall, and nodded with satisfaction.
He then looked at Teny's cocoon, smiled slightly, and thought, Since you came to my doorsteps, how can I not invest in you?
It could be said that he was extremely familiar with this future dynasty marshal. He was one of the renowned NPCs of the dynasty that existed through multiple versions.
In the later days, he led many large fleets of the dynasty alone and called them the 'Dynasty's Iron Hoofs', which fought many legendary battles. His performance was exceptional throughout many versions. The players under the Dynasty Faction could choose to join under his command and become his soldiers or officers, where they would receive plenty of War Missions.
There were two things that Teny was best known for. One was during the [Calamity of the Supers], where he led the fleet under his command and killed a notorious Beyond Grade A without any help!
The other was during the World Tree Civilization invasion event. For the sake of the entire war, he put his own life on the line and led his troops to charge into hundreds of Star Systems, restraining the enemy's overwhelming invasion. He penetrated countless lines of defenses and entered the heartland of the World Tree Civilization, earning a ton of time. In the end, his troops were wiped out by the enemies. Dragging alongside countless strong enemies, he was killed in battle and met a tragic end.
Teny was just a Calamity Grade.
He was an extremely strong commander, strategist, and leader of fleets. The dynasty's fleets could achieve astonishing strength in his hands. To the dynasty, such a military talent like him was even more important than Beyond Grade As.
According to his life's direction, in the future, Teny Amenos would obtain a very high position in the dynasty and have masses of soldiers under his command. Since an opportunity to build a relationship with the dynasty's future military boss was right before him, Han Xiao was not going to let it go.
There were many factions in the dynasty. The first group of dynasty elites was selected from the various factions. The Military Youngsters Faction, which Teny represented, was a very strong faction, and he would become one of the faction's representatives in the future. He was worth Han Xiao wooing.
Han Xiao knew his place. Although he had become the Crimson Dynasty's ally, it was just the beginning and far from being carefree. Even as an ally, he had to think of ways to increase his influence within the dynasty. After all, he was not the only Beyond Grade A in the dynasty.
I've operated in more than twenty years in the Shattered Star Ring, so I'm considered quite important. In the Central Galaxy, however, there are more Beyond Grade As. Plus, many of them are seniors that have lived many years. I have limited influence over there, Han Xiao thought.
Universal Civilizations had many powerful individuals and allies. Their profit network was complicated and broad. Although he had some power within the dynasty, it was pathetically little, and this included the bonus from the Evolution Cube.
The other three captains beside Teny were also known characters whom Han Xiao was familiar with. They did not achieve as much as Teny would eventually, but since they were all leeks right at his doorstep, he decided to not let any of them go.
...
The evolution lasted about half a day. The tens of thousands of dynasty elites came out of their cocoons one after another.
Teny was the last to complete the evolution. He extended his hand and clenched his fists, familiarizing himself with the changes in his body.
"This feels amazing..." His deputy, Corbus, was overjoyed. He was not initially qualified enough to be selected, but because he was Teny's deputy, he was able to obtain this opportunity.
"It's indeed magical. It feels even better than the Federation of Light's Gene Adjustment." Teny nodded firmly.
All the newborns of the Universal Civilizations would usually experience free Gene Adjustment right after their birth to increase their potential.
Federation of Light's Gene Adjustment technology far exceeded the other two Universal Civilizations' as it was one of their specialties. Federation of Light's Super ratio was the highest in the entire Galaxy.
The army's officer who had been waiting at the side walked over and said, "Friends from the Crimson Dynasty, the Army Commander told me to wait here for you to complete your evolution. I will now take you to the army's guest area to rest."
The people nodded. Some of them would be following the dynasty's main logistics team to go to the Flickering World and explore, which planned to rest for some time in the Black Star Army headquarters. Therefore, they would be waiting there.
The rest of the dynasty elites were there purely for the evolution and would return to the Central Galaxy after it was done. Teny was one of them. Han Xiao would be traveling with them as well, and Zoel had already told them about it. Therefore, they would be staying in the army's headquarters and waiting for Han Xiao to head to the Central Galaxy together.
They came to the guest room area and settled down. Not long after, Han Xiao came. Teny and the other captains went to welcome him.
The first thing Han Xiao asked about was how they felt after the evolution. He then moved the topic onto the situation within the dynasty and started to chat casually.
The elites from the Crimson Dynasty were indeed different. Maybe because they had met many Beyond Grade As since they were officers of a Universal Civilization, their attitudes were very natural. They were neither nervous nor arrogant, just chatting with Han Xiao normally.
Han Xiao's goal was to improve his relationship with these people who would have high positions in the dynasty in the future so that it would be easier to become friends with them later.
He knew a lot about the people present. The chat was going very pleasantly.
However, Han Xiao noticed that Teny was the calmest and kept observing him. It seemed he was a little wary against him.
Han Xiao did not speak too much in their first conversation. He stood up and left after briefly familiarizing himself with the others. Making non-profit focused friends took time. It would only achieve the opposite effect if he was too hasty.
After sending Black Star away, Teny looked at his back and pondered.
What's with this guy?
...
"Teny seems wary of me. This doesn't seem easy..."
After returning to his office, Han Xiao tapped the table and contemplated it.
It was indeed not easy to bond with someone so talented. He had to focus on Teny's likings.
Han Xiao nodded-this was his advantage. He knew about Teny's likings. This was all hidden intelligence dug out by the players in his previous life after countless wrong attempts. He wondered how many strange and weird gifts Teny had received throughout those years.
"He doesn't have much fondness for many material possessions; he only likes special types of gifts. Hmm, I think he has a hobby to collect Star Core samples? If I remember correctly, he also likes reading mechanical theory books written by high-level Mechanics... Sigh, even the hobbies of outstanding people are high class."
Han Xiao shook his head. Since Teny had such a specific preference, even if he wanted to give him any gifts, it had to be subtle. Otherwise, it would expose the fact that he had a motive and would make Teny think that he had researched him, which would only achieve the opposite effect.
"Mechanical theory books..." Han Xiao murmured. "I'm a Beyond Grade A Mechanic, so he might even ask about it."
He put this at the back of his mind for the time being and called the Hila sisters, who were taking Nero around headquarters. He then called Reynold there as well.
Not long after, Reynold opened the door.
"Army Commander, were you looking for me?"
"I have a mission for you."
Then, he turned to look at Nero, whose face was filled with curiosity about the alien, smiled, and said, "Nero, you will be learning mechanical theories from Reynold for the time being. I have some business to do outside. I'll teach you myself after it's done."
Nero was suddenly worried and said with an indignant tone, "But you promised to bring me to travel the universe..."
The universe was a completely unknown environment to him. The only person he could rely on was Han Xiao. When he heard that he was going to be left in the army's headquarters, he instantly panicked.
This reminded him of his father, Bennett. He promised to take him to play time after time, but he always used work as an excuse to disappoint him again and again. In his limited view of the world, adults never kept their promises. He was afraid that Han Xiao would do the same.
"Don't worry, after I come back, I will definitely take you to somewhere fun..." Han Xiao comforted him.
There were many strong people in the Central Galaxy. Even he did not know what he would face. Nero was way too weak; it would be dangerous for him to follow Han Xiao. With so many officers and allies, Nero would be safer in the army headquarters.
Furthermore, Nero had just awoken his Mechanical Force and needed to learn a ton of theories-he would have to do homework anyway, so where he did that homework made no difference.
Giving Nero to Reynold to teach temporarily was also a decision made after thorough consideration. In the time that Nero spent learning the basics from Reynold, his Advanced Luck Glow might give him this guy's Perfect Mechanical Sense. After all, Nero was a high-level protagonist character, so everything was possible.
"No problem, leave it to me." Reynold nodded.
Han Xiao paused and suddenly thought of something. "By the way, is your sister still in the army?"
"Hmm?" Reynold was confused for a moment. "She is, why?"
It seemed that Rossellin had yet to leave with those three guys. Han Xiao caressed his chin. Rossellin and he were the only ones that knew about that; even Reynold did not.
"Then, what has she been doing recently? Has she done anything abnormal?"
"Abnormal... it seems so." Reynold thought about it. "I realized that she hasn't been going out much recently and has been spending a lot of time in her room doing who knows what. She hasn't been coming to chat with me recently. I've asked her a few times. She said that she's writing something, but I don't know what that is. Do you need me to ask her for you?"
"No need." Han Xiao waved his hands. He could roughly guess what Rossellin was writing-probably the plan for the Silver Revolutionary Army.
Although the goal of these founders was to overthrow the three Universal Civilizations, give other civilizations a chance, and help one ruler overthrow another, there was no way they could use these words to convince ordinary people, and they knew that full well. Rossellin was the spiritual leader; she wrote most of their slogans and beliefs and used her Esper Ability on those ideas.
He was not intending to interfere with the birth of the Silver Revolutionary Army because this would be a choice of the era. He alone would never be able to stop the windmill of an entire era. In conclusion, this storyline would be the first time that various advanced civilizations would work together to challenge the ruling position of the three universal civilizations, ever since the start of the exploration era and the countless years of peace. No civilization was willing to be ruled forever. When ambition and strength reached a certain threshold at the same time, the new and the old would clash. It was unavoidable.
Therefore, he might as well watch it happen and let the people he knew about climb up in position. This way, he would at least have an advantage, and it would be easier than dealing with the people he was unfamiliar with.
Han Xiao casually grabbed the aggrieved Nero and put him onto his knees. He then called Sylvia and Herlous.
"I'll be going to the Central Galaxy in a few days. Are the manpower, battleships, and resources I've asked you to prepare ready?"
They nodded.
"Good." Han Xiao exhaled.
This trip to the Central Galaxy was not sightseeing. He had many things to do.
Speaking of which, this was his first time leaving the Shattered Star Ring and heading to another Star Field in this life.