Free time ended, and the tourists spontaneously followed Lu Mingming's arrangements, returning to the tavern for their evening meal.
A variety of foods were served on porcelain plates.
The dinner fare was different from the first time. Each dish was a new, unheard-of ancient recipe, still costing only 5,000 star coins.
The comment section descended into unprecedented frenzy.
【I suspect Blue Star is an undiscovered ancient planet, but I have no evidence to prove it. Now another case of envy has surfaced on some planet.】
【You fool, aren't the numerous ancient dishes enough proof? Honestly, Blue Star's remote location might be related to being an ancient planet. Can someone @ Alliance officials and urge them to quickly incorporate Blue Star into the Interstellar Alliance? I'm afraid imperial spies might snatch it away from the imperial city-states.】 httpδ:/m.kuAisugg.nět
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【It's too early to tell...】
The barrage of comments discussed heatedly, while the professors ate heartily and contentedly, their mouths slick with oil.
After a delicious meal, the tourists present wiped their mouths, reluctant to leave.
The waiter cleared the empty plates from each table—truly not a drop of oil was left, be it soup or sauce, all mixed with rice.
The elderly professors, with a facade of sophistication yet a glint of eagerness, perused the menu, already planning what to eat on their next trip.
The matter wasn't quite resolved yet...
The leading elderly professor cast a glance towards Lu Mingming's location and cleared his throat softly to attract her attention.
Lu Mingming was discussing the star coin accounts with Aunt Shi. Hearing the sound, she mistakenly thought he was choking on his food and quickly approached to inquire.
“Are you alright? Do you need my help?”
Concern flickered in Lu Mingming's eyes.
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“It’s like this.”
The professor at the forefront exchanged glances with the others. They seemed to have reached an agreement, leaving Lu Mingming bewildered.
“Please sit down first, I have something to say.”
Lu Mingming sat by the dining table as instructed, her clear, dark eyes fixed on the elderly professor, waiting for him to speak.
The elderly professor began, “I have an impertinent request.
Based on our observations, Blue Star possesses a large number of ancient cooking utensils and recipes, as well as some unique ingredients, which will undoubtedly lead to extremely rapid development.
We sincerely hope that Blue Star can join the Interstellar Alliance and contribute to it, or that you would join our research institute association.”
After speaking, the elderly professor subtly observed Lu Mingming's reaction.
During their free exploration time, they had inquired about Blue Star's development history along the streets. Most of the innocent and honest young cubs had replied: Anchor Lan handled everything concerning Blue Star's tourist area.
From clothing design to various dishes, and methods of sale, Lu Mingming had been involved in almost everything.
Had it not been for the curiosity of the research institute members, who wanted to understand the truth and thus made inquiries, they might not have uncovered so many secrets.
With this thought, they became even more determined to have Blue Star become a member of the Interstellar Alliance.
Unfortunately, Lu Mingming did not share this idea.
She calmly and officially, yet politely, refused, “I apologize, but Blue Star's development path and time are still insufficient, so I cannot agree for the time being.”
Lu Mingming herself was half an Interstellar Alliance member and naturally knew the current chaotic situation within the Alliance.
If she rashly agreed to join the Interstellar Alliance, she would inevitably face the risk of being forced to take sides.
She actually refused.
The elderly professors looked astonished.
“Do you know that the review process for joining the Interstellar Alliance is very difficult? A single email can take at least six months to a year for review.”
The elderly professor could not believe Lu Mingming’s refusal.
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“I am aware of that.”
Lu Mingming said helplessly, adding immediately.
“You can rest assured that we will not agree to any party's request and will focus on independent development until Blue Star becomes strong on its own, after which we will consider other aspects.
Of course, before that, we can establish friendly diplomatic relations.”
This was Lu Mingming’s concession.
Forced fruit does not taste sweet; the elderly professor understood this principle.
He paused for a few seconds and then tentatively inquired again, “What about joining our association?”
Just as Lu Mingming was about to refuse, she saw the elderly professor hurriedly summon a small item from his personal space.
What is this?
Lu Mingming abruptly stopped speaking, her eyes fixed on the small object in the elderly professor's hand, blinking intently—for the third time she detected this crimson energy, identical to that on the scales and the diamonds.
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It was about the size of a fist, tightly wrapped in Kraft paper.
As the elderly professor slowly peeled it layer by layer, a thin and peculiar piece of fabric lay quietly in the center.
The fabric emitted fluorescence all over. When viewed up close, it seemed to have seven colors of light, and from a distance, it looked like it was coated with a layer of silver. If it were dyed and made into a dress, how beautiful it would be.
The elderly professor reluctantly stroked the treasure in his palm, then, steeling himself, pushed it towards the table in front of Lu Mingming.
“This is one of the treasures of our Ancient Research Institute, dating back about 800 years, with an unknown origin. Consider it a gift for our agreed-upon diplomatic relations. If you join the research institute, there will be more gifts.”
“Do you like this piece of fabric? It seems to have been torn from some clothing.”
Lu Mingming confirmed multiple times that she hadn't mistaken it.
What is going on... Did Hong Yu really leave so much information?
Lu Mingming began to suspect it was a prank by the little boss.
However, she knew clearly that there was no connection whatsoever between the three of them; it was genuine coincidence.
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At this point, Lu Mingming had no room to refuse and was extremely conflicted.
The elderly professor, sensing Lu Mingming's hesitation, seized the opportunity, “Don't worry, joining our research institute is just a nominal position. You won't need to teach or conduct research.
You are a living fossil of ancient methods for our research institute. You just need to answer a few questions about ancient methods when you have time.”
The elderly professor’s words conveyed a very humble stance.
“It is better to obey than to refuse.”
Lu Mingming smiled wryly with resignation and naturally accepted the gift.
Finally, the most important matter was settled, and the elderly professors were overjoyed.
With this living fossil, researching ancient methods would be much easier in the future.
Lu Mingming did not let them give gifts in vain. She proactively paid for the meal as a gesture of returning a favor and escorted the scholars from the research institute to the port where their spacecraft was docked.
The Blue Star tour officially concluded, and Lu Mingming waved to the live camera, asking, “Did everyone enjoy today?”
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Dense responses from the viewers floated across the live screen.
Half were urging Blue Star to open ticket sales quickly, while the other half were earnestly answering Lu Mingming's question.
She observed everyone's feedback from the rapidly scrolling comments. Overall, the reviews were mostly positive, which finally eased her pressure.
“You can give a score on the Star Net review interface later~”
Lu Mingming smiled.
“During my first trip as a guide, I discovered many shortcomings of Blue Star and will revise some content next time. Ticket sales will open at a specific time, most likely next month. I hope everyone can come and participate then.
Finally, we will release tickets based on the reservation volume. As Blue Star is a remote small planet, please bear with us.”
【Transfer 100,000 star coins, give me a ticket immediately.】
【Where is the best network in the entire Interstellar Alliance? I'll go leech off it sometime.】
【Why don't you go directly to the research institute headquarters? I guess the network near the main system will be super fast.】
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During Lu Mingming's speech, the comment section was filled with random chatter.
“Haha, we will try our best to come next time. We are very much looking forward to Blue Star’s second achievement.”
After speaking, the elderly professor closed the live stream and boarded the spaceship back.
After seeing off the tourists, Lu Mingming quickly returned to the city gate.
The Blue Star inhabitants who had been disguised as passersby were all gathered at the gate, evidently having watched for a long time.
“How was it? How was it?”
The Chief, unable to hide his excitement, hurried over and clasped Lu Mingming's hand.
“Of course it was—”
Lu Mingming pretended to be serious, scanning everyone present lightly, making them nervously await the result.
Seeing their expressions, she couldn't help but chuckle.
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“Of course it was fine!”
“Great, I knew it would be fine!”
Amidst the cheers of the Blue Star inhabitants, the Chief spread his arms and hugged Lu Mingming tightly.
The strong muscles almost made Lu Mingming unable to breathe, feeling as if she could be reborn at any moment.
“Your physique needs more training!”
Sensing her discomfort, the Chief loosened his grip and patted Lu Mingming's shoulder and back awkwardly to help her catch her breath.
Lu Mingming then came back to life, gasping for air, “Cough… I will… cough…”