Chapter 00072: Collapse of the Guards
# Collapse of the Guards
Chapter 72
Novel: Abandon The Universe
Chapter 72: Collapse of the Guards
Yan Xi fell to the ground, dead. At the last moment, Chang Yuan dodged the sneak attack, and though it sounds lengthy, all of this occurred in the blink of an eye. Even Chang Yuan himself did not know how he evaded Yan Xi's ambush and then killed him.
"The True Promise Star has won, the True Promise Star has already won three rounds, and can now withdraw from the selection through the Hundred Mo Star System." The voice from the broadcast rang out once more.
This selection did not require all battles to be completed; as long as you won three rounds in advance, you could directly pass the selection.
"We, the True Promise Star, are actually the first to pass the selection?" Tai Mo Chang couldn't believe it and pinched his arm, realizing everything was true.
As the first to pass the selection, Lan Xiaobu and the others were the first group to leave the selection square and return to the Resting Pavilion.
"Blue Lieutenant, this time it’s all thanks to you. I will definitely report your contributions to my father, you have made a great achievement for our True Promise Star." As soon as he entered the Resting Pavilion, Tai Mo Chang came up to thank Lan Xiaobu again.
Lan Xiaobu merely listened to Tai Mo Chang's gratitude without taking it to heart. He was sure that Tai Mo Chang had not forgotten the promise to give him a Boundary Stone; it was just that this fellow did not mention it, and Lan Xiaobu was too lazy to bring it up.
Although Tai Mo Chang also wanted to win over a few new guard recruits, he glanced around and estimated that if he said anything to the new guards alone, by the time he turned around, his words would reach Lan Xiaobu's ears. Lan Xiaobu, despite appearing the youngest, had far greater control over these new guards than the Sixth Prince.
"Congratulations to you all, the geniuses and warriors of the True Promise Star." A middle-aged man approached with two soldiers, a broad smile on his face.
Lan Xiaobu did not know who this person was, but Tai Mo Chang was very familiar with him and quickly bowed, "True Promise Star Tai Mo Chang pays respects to Lord Fei Shaoren."
Lord Shaoren? The guards behind Lan Xiaobu's eyes lit up.
They reacted even faster than Lan Xiaobu; a governor who manages the residents of a planet, or has the authority to allow others to reside on that planet, is called Da Ren Zhang. Below Da Ren Zhang is Ren Zhang, and after that is Shao Ren Zhang.
Although there are ranks, everyone shares the responsibility of managing the planet's residents. Now that a Shao Ren Zhang from the Tian Luo Star has come, it must be a good thing.
This Lord Fei smiled faintly at Tai Mo Chang, then asked, "May I ask who is the captain of the True Promise Star Guard?"
Tai Mo Chang's face grew somewhat awkward, but he could not prevent such matters.
Lan Xiaobu stepped forward, bowed, and said, "Lan Xiaobu pays respects to Lord Fei Shaoren."
The smile on Lord Fei's face immediately became more sincere as he happily congratulated, "Congratulations, congratulations! This time, under your leadership, the True Promise Star has achieved excellent results. We of the Tian Luo Star have promised that as long as you pass the galaxy selection, you will be qualified to permanently reside on Tian Luo Star and obtain the status of a native resident. Now, I am here to award you the Tian Luo Star Permanent Resident Qualification Token."
After saying this, Lord Fei waved his hand, and the two people behind him came forward carrying a tray. On the tray were thirty tokens. The value of these tokens was similar to the one Tao Ai had given to Ke'er; they were good items that allowed one to settle on a Level-5 Technological Civilization Planet and obtain native resident status. The only difference was that this was not an honor token; after obtaining resident status with this token, it had to be surrendered.
Lan Xiaobu quickly expressed his gratitude and stepped forward to receive all the tokens. The guards behind him were already shining with excitement; these items were what everyone dreamed of.
Even though they had joined the Star Expedition Army, in reality, even if this mission was completely accomplished, they would only become permanent residents of the True Promise Star.
The True Promise Star is a Level-2 Technological Civilization Planet; how could it compare to the settlement qualifications of a Level-5 Technological Civilization Planet? It’s like having the residency qualifications of a Huaxia citizen and those of a primitive tribe in Africa. In Africa, you could be a hunting team leader; which would you choose?
Not to mention a team leader, even a chieftain, probably 99% would choose to remain living in Huaxia.
After handing the residency tokens to Lan Xiaobu, Lord Fei once again greeted everyone before turning to leave.
The tokens were given to Lan Xiaobu, how he handled them was his business.
Once Lord Fei left, Tai Mo Chang smiled broadly and said, "Although everyone has now obtained residency qualifications on Tian Luo Star, if we can also pass through the Jade Dawn Star passage, then everyone will have the status of nobility on Tian Luo Star and may even establish a nation there."
This time, Tai Mo Chang did not dare to tempt everyone with the True Promise Star but directly threw out the rewards of Tian Luo Star.
No one paid attention to Tai Mo Chang; everyone was thinking "heh." Obtaining residency qualifications on Tian Luo Star was already the greatest fortune. At this moment, apart from Lan Xiaobu, it was unlikely anyone was thinking about continuing to escort Tai Mo Chang to Jade Dawn Star.
Seeing the situation, Tai Mo Chang quickly said, "Blue Lieutenant, actually this time if we go to Jade Dawn Star, there are only five guard spots available."
Lan Xiaobu waved his hand, "Sixth Prince, leave this matter to me. Don’t worry; there will definitely be someone to escort you into Jade Dawn Star."
Tai Mo Chang left with a hint of unease, realizing that this seemingly glorious Sixth Prince appeared to be nothing in front of these new guards.
Once Tai Mo Chang left, the new guard recruits looked eagerly at Lan Xiaobu. Lan Xiaobu waved his hand, "Let’s go to the residence on the thirty-first floor and talk."
The thirty people gathered again in Lan Xiaobu's room, and he took out the Tian Luo Star residency tokens and distributed them to everyone.
Once everyone happily and excitedly tucked away their residency tokens, Lan Xiaobu finally said, "I know there are still a few people who want to go to Jade Dawn Star together. If so, I do not oppose. However, I have a few words to say: first, our selection here is merely a simulation of entering Jade Dawn Star. The actual dangers of entering Jade Dawn Star are ten times greater."
"Blue Lieutenant, I have decided to stay in Tian Luo Star to reside. Thank you for taking care of us; you are the most upright lieutenant commander I have ever seen, bar none. In the future, if you need my help, Lan Xiaobu, I will come to assist you without regard for my life." An Fei was the first to stand up, bowing to Lan Xiaobu, then opened the door to leave.
After An Fei, everyone followed suit, bowing to Lan Xiaobu one after another before leaving.
Compared to those who had left earlier, they were much luckier; at least they had obtained permanent residency qualifications, and they were from Tian Luo Star.
Thus, no one saluted Lan Xiaobu in military fashion; for them, they were no longer the Star Expedition Army of the True Promise Star, and there was no need to bid farewell with the military salute of the True Promise Star.
"Xiaobu, I have decided to follow you to Jade Dawn Star." The last to remain was Ke'er, who intended to venture with Lan Xiaobu.
Lan Xiaobu shook his head, "No, your strength is too low; you cannot go to Jade Dawn Star. Once you reach Jade Dawn Star, I won’t be able to take care of you. I suggest you stay in Tian Luo Star or go to Silver Radiance Star, but going to Silver Radiance Star comes with conditions."
Ke'er nodded; he had great trust in Lan Xiaobu and believed that whatever Lan Xiaobu said was correct.
Lan Xiaobu then took out a token from his pocket, "This is the one Tao Ai gave you for Silver Radiance Star. This token contains a positioning chip. I have already destroyed it, so I estimate he won't be able to track you now. However, when he returns from Jade Dawn Star, he will definitely look for you."
"Why?" Ke'er asked instinctively.
"Because he will suspect that you have a unique skill, which allowed you to easily take down Han Shou." Lan Xiaobu smirked.
Ke'er shuddered, "So you want me to go to Silver Radiance Star to die?"
Lan Xiaobu patted Ke'er on the shoulder, "Don’t worry, the token Tao Ai gave you is a bit more advanced than the Tian Luo Star residency token. This token will not be taken back after you obtain your residency status in Silver Radiance Star. You can discard this token after securing your residency in Silver Radiance Star. Plus, I have already destroyed the positioning chip inside.
Even if you throw away the token, you must keep an eye on Tao Ai's situation once you reach Silver Radiance Star. If someone like him returns to the planet, many will know. If Tao Ai returns to Silver Radiance Star, you need to leave immediately. By then, you won’t even be able to stay on Tian Luo Star, because Tao Ai will find you there as well."
"What should I do?" Ke'er felt a bit lost.
"Don't worry. If I can enter Jade Dawn Star, I will find a way to keep Tao Ai from getting out. What I mean is, if Tao Ai returns, you will have to wander again." After obtaining Tao Ai's honor token, Lan Xiaobu planned to eliminate him.
"Okay, I will listen to you. Now that I have two tokens, I can choose any Level-5 Technological Civilization Planet; no one is likely to be more formidable than me." Ke'er laughed heartily.
Lan Xiaobu handed the remaining two Tian Luo Star residency tokens to Ke'er, "You now have three. When you meet Ding He in the future, give one to him."
Ke'er accepted the tokens, his gaze falling on Gu Dao, "Xiaobu, should Gu Dao come with me?"
Lan Xiaobu wanted to go to Jade Dawn Star; this was a matter of risking his life, and Gu Dao following him might not be manageable.
Lan Xiaobu also looked at Gu Dao, "Gu Dao, if you come with me, there is a high chance of losing your life. If you want to leave, now is your last opportunity; Ke'er will take you along."
"Yes, Gu Dao, come with me to eat meat everywhere." Ke'er quickly said.
Gu Dao hesitated briefly before lying down beside Lan Xiaobu. Eating meat was fine, but he couldn't entrust himself to someone as unreliable as Ke'er.
Looking at Gu Dao beside him, Lan Xiaobu thought of Luo Caisi, who had shoved Gu Dao into his hands. He wondered if he would ever return to Earth. Or if, when he returned to Earth, Luo Caisi would still be there.
(End of this chapter)