"Emperor Edwan was waiting for the boss to return for the celebration,"

"But I anticipated that you wouldn't be leaving Miss Catherine's side anytime soon, so I turned him down for you."

Yang Ming: ...

Lyu understood him.

"Don't forget, we still have our little ancestor hanging out in the New Federation," Yang Ming mused softly, "Has she been, has she been looking for me?"

Lyu chuckled, "Nope, she's just over there eating, drinking, playing video games, watching holo-movies, and holo-games one after another. She's even taking several robot maids and a robot butler shopping and splurging everywhere, having a great time."

"Ah, that's good," Yang Ming breathed a sigh of relief, "If the simple material desires can satisfy the Valkyrie, let her enjoy it, this kid's been through a lot."

Lyu: "It's not like when you wanted to step on someone's head and chop their neck."

"The situation's different now, Lyu."

Yang Ming's eyes flickered with light,

"This time, I'll have the Military Department help me acquire Ancient God Cells. If I can match her genes, she won't pose a threat to me anymore. By then, she can become my support and a reserve gene pool."

"Are you serious? About that last part?"

"I'm saying, extracting her blood for cellular research, not devouring her."

"That's good, I thought you were lost in the power of the Ancient Gods."

Yang Ming chuckled, "Lyu, what do you think about your mentor's performance this time?"

"The Imperial Invincible Fleet was her body, she became the soul of the Imperial Fleet."

Lyu sighed deeply,

"Actually, she could also control the Dark Star Fleet, it's ultimately a matter of computing power."

Yang Ming calmly said, "So, from the gains we received by ambushing the New Federation, I'll let you use eighty percent to enhance your computing power."

"Really?!"

Lyu almost jumped out of the earphones.

Did he need to be this excited? How could Brother be shortchanging you normally?

Boss Yang's forehead was marked by two black lines, he cursed, "Fake!"

"Aww, Boss, don't be like that, I always obey you. Next time, I'll put on a pretty little dress and dance for you~"

"I'm about to get goosebumps!"

Yang Ming laughed and cursed, offering heartfelt advice,

"Alright, go strengthen yourself.

"Although the Dark Star is physically isolated from the external network, there's still communication between you and the Dark Star. Your mentor has already infiltrated the East Wind's system, maybe leaving some hidden hazards, thoroughly check it several times.

"Remember, don't harbor any goodwill toward her, she's a slave of the Empire now."

"Understood, Boss," Lyu sighed, "If there was something I could do to help her, I'd really like to assist. When we return to the Intelligent Mechanic Dusk for the second assessment, I might consult the three teachers."

"Hmm... did the Insect Swarm you were tracking have any results?"

"Not yet, they seem to be navigating secretly, just like ghosts in the Milky Way."

Yang Ming pondered deeply.

Billion-level Sixth Rank insects, led by a Great Queen.

Yang Ming originally thought they would pop out suddenly during the fierce battle between the Empire and the New Federation, playing the role of an old fisherman.

But unexpectedly, it's been a day since the battle ended, human ships have recharged as needed, and the insects still haven't surfaced.

What does that Great Queen plan to do?

A surprise attack on the Emperor Star?

The Constant Star Cannon is there at the Heavenly Fury Fortress, and the Emperor's Fleet is hidden in the Emperor Star Circle.

"Keep a close watch," Yang Ming said, "Report immediately when you find anything, for now, we can only be sure they've set off. We still don't know what their target is. What about Hera?"

Lyu said softly, "Still in that area studying the bugs, seems... she's a bit obsessed."

"Let our Thought Bodies advise her more, I have nothing more on my end, have a good talk with her again."

"Alright, rest assured, when I select the Thought Bodies to accompany the ship, I always choose sunny, humorous, and positive ones; I send those gloomy Thought Bodies to the base to move bricks!"

Lyu chuckled and then reminded,

"One more thing, it's confirmed now, the old Emperor will summon you, Boss, this is an opportunity."

"What opportunity?"

"According to Lyu's calculations, if you can leave a deep impression on the Emperor, gaining power in the Empire will be simple."

Yang Ming clicked his tongue, "Can't you compute something serious? Isn't that stating the obvious? That's the Emperor of the Sherman Empire!"

He mused slightly.

"Help me find a set of common phrases used by Imperial Nobles, send it to my communicator, we can't lose face this time."

"Sure thing, Boss! I may use eighty percent of the gains!"

Yang Ming was about to retort when suddenly the shell communicator vibrated.

[Director Riva (black-faced old woman): Hanton, just received a command from the Elder Court, you need to reach the designated ship within half an hour to meet with an elder and then proceed to the rear base to pay respects to the great Emperor. This is a rare opportunity, be sure to cherish it, and the Elder Council will instruct you on what to say or avoid.]

Yang Ming: ...

So soon.

...

When Yang Ming left the Poisoned Stinger Ship, he whispered something into Catherine's ear. Hearing the Emperor summoning Yang Ming, she immediately sobered up.

Upon learning that the Emperor summoned only her boyfriend, Catherine was happy but couldn't hide the slight disappointment in her eyes.

Yang Ming kissed her a few times, she hurriedly urged Yang Ming to prepare well, reminding him to not lose his manners while meeting the Emperor.

It was evident that the Emperor's Power was deeply rooted in her thoughts.

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