Chapter 146 Coincidence

Meanwhile, somewhere on Aquamarine Star.

This was a land with extremely high levels of nuclear radiation. The environment was desolate and decayed, with a thick grayness seemingly filling every inch of space. The blue sky was covered with a layer of gloom, and the ground was covered with thick, white ash. As far as the eye could see, there was no trace of green, no vitality at all.

At this moment, dozens of narrow, shuttle-shaped spaceships were quietly parked here, and a group of mixed-blood Godoran people wearing interstellar combat uniforms were tinkering with strange instruments.

This advance team consisted of ordinary DarkStar warriors. Only the commanding officer had reached Grade B. Their mission was to lie in wait, not to fight. These spaceships had been maintaining stealth, shielding all kinds of detection equipment. Han Xiao's fleet had scanned the entire globe but had not been able to find this small team. DarkStar had put most of their skill points into stealth technology; otherwise, they would have been ganged up on long ago.

DarkStar had placed ambush teams on all the planets where the Heteromorphy virus was released. Their mission was to monitor the disaster situation up close. They could monitor certain radiation parameters emitted by the Heteromorphy virus through special instruments to understand the virus's growth stage. This set of instruments was included as a free gift by the manufacturer of the Heteromorphy virus; they were truly a conscientious interstellar arms dealer.

However, the team did not know the exact location of the Heteromorphy virus, nor did they intend to look for it. Their orders from above were not to interfere.

In fact, this DarkStar team had already been lurking on Aquamarine Star for a month, without ever showing their faces. They connected to the satellites of the six nations through advanced virtual technology, sharing the field of vision of these 'eyes'. The devastation caused by the Heteromorphy disaster on this planet was fully captured by them, but none of it was information they cared about. It was not until Black Star appeared that this team began to take it seriously and transmitted the news to headquarters.

The DarkStar higher-ups, holed up in their headquarters, were paying attention to the progress of the plan. Black Star had once caused them to lose an elder and was already considered an enemy in their eyes. This news surprised the higher-ups, but after some discussion, they all believed that Black Star's appearance on Aquamarine Star was not for them.

"After investigation, Aquamarine Star is Black Star's hometown. We just happened to choose this planet. It should be that the natives of Aquamarine Star have a way to contact Black Star. After the disaster occurred, they asked Black Star for help, so there is the current situation. The reason for Black Star's arrival has nothing to do with us; it is a coincidence."

"Indeed, this is the most reasonable explanation. We are hidden in the dark. So far, no one will know that these disasters are our plan."

"The Godorans will soon go to these planets to provide disaster relief. Having one more Black Star is just having one more rescue team. Aquamarine Star is just one of the planets, and it will not affect our plan."

Although they were hostile to Han Xiao, they did not want to alert the enemy at this crucial juncture of the plan. Moreover, after investigation, Black Star actually possessed a black light stealth ship of the 'tyrant' class. He could run whenever he wanted, which dispelled DarkStar's thoughts.

In their eyes, Han Xiao's appearance was just a coincidence and did not have much impact on the overall situation. There was no need to be too nervous; the priority now was the mission, and they could not expose themselves.

The Heteromorphy disaster was the core of DarkStar's plan, but even more critical was the next course of action: to wait for an opportunity.

…

In the following days, the regional news of the Garton Star System intensified. Advanced civilizations in other star systems watched from the sidelines, but no one wanted to come and help. These unfortunate planets were located in Godora's territory. According to the civilization diplomatic regulations, Godora should handle it.

Other advanced civilizations did not interfere, and no one blamed them, but if Godora did not help its allied civilizations within its territory, it would be a serious matter.

Of course, disaster relief was not mandatory, but it would affect Godora's reputation and status in the Shattered Star Ring. Other allied civilizations would re-evaluate their relationship. As a member of the Order Faction, certain rules had to be followed. In order to consolidate its dominance in the Garton Star System, quell internal and external public opinion, and out of humanitarian considerations, Godora naturally would not stand idly by.

Spaceships departed from Godora's various military space stations to provide disaster relief to planets in different star regions. The six nations, who had been waiting expectantly, finally received news that the fleet was about to arrive on Aquamarine Star.

The higher-ups of the six nations were almost moved to tears. After more than a month of begging, Godora finally remembered that it was their 'father'. They were finally coming.

With Aquamarine Star's technology, it was impossible to find the root of the Heteromorphy disaster, but they believed that Godora would definitely be able to. With Godora's help, the disaster should be resolved soon.

Although the six nations had compromised with Han Xiao, Godora's long-established position would not be weakened so easily. Black Star had promised them the future, but he did not have a way to solve the root of the disaster now, so he could not relieve their immediate needs. Therefore, on the issue of dealing with the Heteromorphy disaster, the six nations still trusted the Godoran civilization more.

On the day Godora announced its arrival, the leaders of the six nations, along with some senior officials, arrived early at the landing site to wait. They provided Godora with the landing coordinates.

"This is the first large-scale visit of the Godoran civilization. We must welcome them with the highest level of etiquette."

Meeting the Godoran fleet was a major event for the entire civilization. Even though the six nations were in a difficult situation at this time, and had barely restored some order with Han Xiao's help, they did not dare to treat the interstellar guests and great saviors casually. They still prepared a welcoming ceremony.

However, the higher-ups of the six nations were also uneasy. This was the first time they had seen an alien fleet. They were not clear about Godora's culture, nor did they understand the situation in the interstellar society. They were afraid of doing something that would be misunderstood by the other party.

On this day, the astronomical institutions of the six nations paid close attention to the sky at all times, with the mission of discovering the trace of the Godoran fleet as soon as possible.

The midday sun was at its most dazzling moment of the day. A fleet happened to enter the atmosphere of Aquamarine Star. The golden spaceship emerged from the clouds and slowly flew over Aquamarine Star. This satellite image was immediately obtained by the six nations.

The leaders of the six nations perked up and prepared to welcome Godora at the landing site, feeling nervous.

At this moment, the observers urgently reported, "No, the Godorans have changed their route. They are not coming here!"

"What?!"

The officials guarding the landing site were shocked and hurriedly shared the satellite images. They saw that the Godoran fleet did not land at the designated location, but changed course midway and headed toward the shelter.

The leaders of the six nations were stunned.

Communication between civilizations should be led by their six nations. Moreover, they had applied for assistance. However, Godora left their six nations aside and ran to Black Star's place.

They were the government of this planet!

They wanted to personally contact the Godorans and show the etiquette of Aquamarine Star civilization, but the real situation was very different from what they had imagined. The welcoming ceremony that they had worked so hard to prepare was in vain. The higher-ups of the six nations present could not help but feel extremely frustrated, and at the same time, an idea floated up in their minds:

Could it be that, for Godora, the entire civilization of Aquamarine Star was not as important as a Black Star?!

The leaders of the six nations only felt a sense of shame surge into their hearts. They could not help but think of what Han Xiao had said: If you want to have an equal dialogue, you must at least jump out of the level of a native.

…

The golden fleet floated outside the shelter, and the players ran out to watch, marveling.

Bennet knew that the six nations had asked Godora for help, but he did not expect the fleet to come to him. He hurriedly went out to welcome them.

Buzz—

The bottom of all the spaceships opened, shooting out yellow gravity beams, pulling out the Godorans one by one, like laying eggs.

The rescue force landed slowly, and the commander at the head was Nagokin.

Outside the walls of the shelter, many new residential areas had been opened up. The guards and refugees here saw this scene and their mouths were wide open, their faces blank. It was the first time they had seen Godorans. They were surprised and nervous, staring at these aliens without blinking.

Bennet had seen the Godorans captured by Han Xiao before. At this time, he calmed himself down, maintained his composure, and stepped forward to greet them.

"Respected Godoran friends, I am Bennet, and I am currently in charge of this shelter. On behalf of Aquamarine Star, I welcome you to visit and thank you for your generous assistance. This planet needs your help."

Nagokin remained noncommittal, pointed to the spaceship above the shelter, spoke through a translator, and said with a serious and majestic expression, "What's going on with those spaceships?"

Aquamarine Star was just a native planet. The Godoran soldiers present all had a sense of superiority on their faces and did not take the natives seriously. However, there was an interstellar fleet here, and they could not help but feel curious.

The reason why the Godoran fleet came to the shelter was not because they knew Han Xiao was here, but because they had discovered the fleet under Han Xiao's command. So Nagokin had the troops change course, not landing at the coordinates provided by the six nations, but coming here to find out.

Nagokin had the strength of a Calamity Grade. The aura he unintentionally emitted caused Bennet's heart to suddenly clench. He felt danger completely subconsciously, and his heart was pounding. He forgot to speak for a moment.

At this moment, Han Xiao stepped forward, chuckled, "Nagokin, we meet again."

"It's you!" Nagokin's eyes widened suddenly, and his serious expression disappeared immediately. He was overjoyed, laughed heartily, stepped forward quickly, and gave Han Xiao a warm hug.

The last time they fought side by side had left a very deep impression on Nagokin. He could not forget Han Xiao and recognized him at a glance at this time.

"Black Star?! Hahaha, I didn't expect you to be here too!"

Compared to his condescending attitude toward the natives of Aquamarine Star, Nagokin's attitude toward Han Xiao was simply worlds apart. He hugged and patted his shoulder, like an old friend, extremely enthusiastic, a completely different treatment.

Hearing this, there was a commotion in the troops behind Nagokin.

"It's actually Black Star!"

"That mercenary who fought side by side with Commander Nagokin to kill a DarkStar Calamity Grade powerhouse!"

The Godorans put away the arrogance on their faces, their faces full of surprise, and they were discussing.

Looking at the two of them, Bennet looked shocked and said in disbelief, "You, you know each other?!"

"Didn't I tell you, I have many friends in the interstellar society," Han Xiao said with a smile, releasing Nagokin.

Bennet nodded blankly. He had indeed heard Han Xiao mention it, but he did not know the specifics. At this time, seeing Han Xiao and the commander of the Godoran fleet calling each other brothers, he had a direct understanding of Han Xiao's status in the interstellar society.

"You're probably doing better than I imagined," Bennet sighed, feeling a mixture of emotions.

Once upon a time, Han Xiao had also extended an invitation to him. He had chosen to stay on Aquamarine Star, but now the gap had become so big. He was even frightened by the aura of this Godoran commander, but the other party was extremely enthusiastic about Han Xiao…

Bennet was only lost for a moment, and quickly regained his composure, secretly happy for Han Xiao.

In the distance, the players were whispering.

"I didn't expect the Godorans to come to our planet too."

"The officer on the other side seems to be the leader's acquaintance."

"I remember in Meatbun's video, the leader has a good relationship with Godora. He must have specially called the Godorans over to help."

"Awesome, the leader has face."

"Ignorant, did you think the Black Star network faction was for nothing?"

Since Han Xiao began recruiting players, his title among the player community had gradually changed. He was no longer called Black Star, but Leader. Even players who had not yet joined the mercenary group liked to call him that, which made the players feel closer. Before long, this title became popular on the forums. "Leader" became his new nickname.

Because Meatbun's video recorded many of the Black Star Mercenary Group's deeds, the players knew that Han Xiao not only had the background of Longtan, but was also a partner with major mercenary groups, and had a good relationship with many Order civilizations. Someone joked that he was "Black Star's network faction". Many people found it funny, and those who had watched the video resonated, so it quickly became a meme.

The players had limited information and did not know that the Heteromorphy disaster was a game between Godora and DarkStar, nor did they know that the six nations had asked Godora for help… basically, they knew nothing. So at this time, the players still thought that the Godoran fleet was summoned by Han Xiao.

As expected of Black Star's network faction.

Nagokin was happy for a while, remembered his responsibilities, and asked in confusion, "By the way, why are you here?"

Han Xiao's face did not change, and he said, "This planet is my hometown. My goal is the same as yours, to stop the disaster. Now we need Godora's help. Don't stand here, let's go in and talk."