Chapter 858 - Ames Actions (2/2)
This fellow indeed chose to expose the data on purpose so that he could borrow my connections to help him research the data… Han Xiao’s eyes narrowed.
However, EsGod still thought that he was the only one who knew about the existence of the World Tree Civilization and felt that he had an upper hand in intelligence.
Up until now, EsGod still thought that Han Xiao only researched the wormhole data to be careful but did not know that Han Xiao was also aware of the World Tree Civilization’s existence.
Han Xiao naturally would not destroy EsGod’s illusion as this was the only way to prevent EsGod from being wary.
“Long story short. These are the coordinates that the dynasty wants me to pass to you.” Han Xiao then got Phillip to show a portion of the data. “If you really want to help the dynasty stop the Arcane Church, the dynasty may reconsider how they should deal with you.”
EsGod’s doppelganger did not bother responding and started to view the intelligence report.
Upon seeing that, Han Xiao said, “However, I cannot understand why you suddenly chose to work with the dynasty. Angering the Arcane Church has no benefits to you.”
“You don’t need to worry about this.” EsGod did not even bother raising his head.
Han Xiao stroked his chin and fell into thought.
He had always felt that this was not EsGod’s intention but he was fooled by someone else.
Although EsGod would be able to curry favor with the dynasty by doing so, Han Xiao felt that his intention was to make use of this opportunity to increase the Arcane Church’s losses. It was as though his targets were Sagman and the other Beyond Grade As.
“If they manage to succeed, who will benefit the most? The Crimson Dynasty? The Federation of Light? Or maybe those Super Star Cluster Civilizations?”
Han Xiao let out a deep sigh.
…
After the Arcane Church fleet split up to escape, Rogue, Sagman, and the others changed their spaceships and abandoned the main flagship. They then disguised themselves as a small fleet and were currently making their way to the true position of the secret stargate.
Rogue felt that such a method would be able to confuse the dynasty’s forces, but the following event had shocked him.
A portion of their escaping fleet suffered from an ambush. However, the ones ambushing them were not just the dynasty’s fleet but also the Fallen Ark fleet!
“Is EsGod mad? Why is he attacking us‽”
Rogue panted heavily with an ashen expression and bloodshot eyes.
“That darn EsGod actually arrived at an agreement with the dynasty. This fellow really wants us to help restrain the dynasty for him!”
Sagman was also extremely frustrated. It was one thing for EsGod to go back on his word, but he had even gone a step further to attack them. Although he did not have any expectations in EsGod, he could not help but be enraged by EsGod’s actions.
Psyker then looked at the star map and suddenly said, “The situation is strange. They are accurately ambushing our divisions. Is it because that division was unlucky to run into the dynasty’s defensive line, or has the dynasty grasped our coordinates?”
Everyone’s expression changed greatly the moment these words were said.
Psyker gritted his teeth. “Black Star is a Virtual Mechanic, so he may have done something.”
Mercer also gritted his teeth and thought to himself, What kind of bullsh*t Mechanic is he?
Upon hearing that, Rogue immediately activated the automatic artificial intelligence scan on the spaceship, but there were no traces of Han Xiao’s infiltration.
“Black Star’s infiltration can’t be detected…” Sagman felt his head ache. He was extremely knowledgeable, and he knew that a Virtual Mechanic capable of bypassing a Universal Civilization’s firewall was not easy to deal with.
Although none of them were certain that Han Xiao had managed to lock onto their positions, they decided to prepare for the worst-case scenario.
“The dynasty’s encirclement isn’t complete yet, so this is our only chance to escape,” Rogue said. “Inform our forces to split up again. I want to see a million divisions. Also, cut off half of the fleet’s quantum network connection!”
He wanted to seize the opportunity before the encirclement was formed to use even more divisions to confuse the dynasty. Forming a million divisions meant that each division would only have a few battleships, and it would be impossible for them to fight back. This was akin to sacrificing even more people.
Cutting off half of the fleet’s quantum network connection meant that these divisions would become deaf and blind. It would be impossible for them to communicate with the other fleets, so they could only escape according to the star map. The only advantage of doing so was that they would be able to prevent their locations from being spotted. Rogue was prepared to cut off his own quantum network connection, and it was akin to giving up command.
Because of Han Xiao’s methods, Rogue had no choice but to make such a decision. It was akin to abandoning everyone in exchange for their survival.
Ninjia looked at him coldly and said, “Sir, you will definitely have to face court martial if you do so.”
“Hahaha…” Rogue laughed. “After the failure of this mission, what kind of a future will I have?
“If not for Black Star turning the tables on all of you, would I have failed?
“Do I hate all of you? Of course I do!
“But all of you are still the high-level combatants of the Arcane Church.
“These soldiers and troops can be easily drafted and hired again, but all of you are different. It is impossible to easily replicate the existence of a Beyond Grade A, and you still have the Universal Treasure Ten Thousand Deity Scepter in your hands…
“My top priority is to cover your escape. Your lives are more important than any of ours!
“When I was in command school, my lecturer told me that I shouldn’t be a commander if I can’t be merciless. Having perfection in all aspects is an impossible dream, so we have to make sacrifices in order to complete our objective. Everything that isn’t important can be abandoned…
“I have already thought things through! Who cares about the court martial? My only mission is to protect the strength of the Arcane Church!”
Rogue panted heavily after saying such a ‘moving’ speech.
Sagman and the others all narrowed their eyes.
As Beyond Grade As, they would not be easily taken in by the words of others, and Rogue’s intention was not able to escape their eyes.
The five of them looked at each other before looking at Rogue.
“Then let’s go according to your plan,” Sagman said slowly.
…
Above Planet Aquamarine, Floating Dragon Island had a lot more facilities a few months ago. There were plenty of spaceships flying in and out, and it was extremely prosperous.
In order to set up their main camp, Floating Dragon no longer allowed scavengers and galactic pirates to land on the island and chased away all the gray organizations on the island. Of course, there was a portion who did not dare approach the stronghold of the Black Star Army and took the initiative to escape.
The organizations entering Floating Dragon were mainly proper financial groups, and under Floating Dragon’s influence, Planet Aquamarine also gained support from quite a few financial groups.
In Floating Dragon Palace, Ames was currently seated on her throne.
Ames looked down at the representatives who had come to visit, and her face remained completely expressionless; no one was able to tell what she was thinking. In truth, however, she was just daydreaming.
Sigh, all these troublesome matters will be taken care of by Jenny anyway.
Ames’ mind had already drifted elsewhere.
I wonder how Hila and Aurora are doing. Tsk, Black Star is truly annoying. You took both my students away and don’t even send some news back.
Beep beep.
At that moment, her communicator, which was floating nearby, rang. Ames then grabbed it with her force field and was a little surprised upon seeing who the caller was.
Curious, Ames picked up the call and Austin’s figure appeared. “Austin? Didn’t this fellow go and search for materials? Why have you called me?”
Austin smiled and said, “Ames, I have a piece of information that may be of use to you.”
Ames raised her brows. “Interesting. When did you start selling information? Isn’t that Black Star’s hobby?”
Austin smiled profoundly and informed Ames about the battle at Planet Lighthouse.
Ames was seated lazily at the start, but she began to gradually sit up straight with unstable force field energy floating around beside her, bringing about a huge pressure to the financial group representatives below.
“… that’s about everything.” Austin finished his description and added, “I am only informing you about this because you are Black Star’s ally. Just as I expected, you aren’t aware of this matter, and Black Star hid it from you. Haha, I think he doesn’t want you to be dragged into this storm.”
“Stop nagging. I know what you mean. Humph, in any case, thanks for the information.”
Ames hung up and shut her eyes as though she was in deep thought.
Aesop, who was by the side, had heard the conversation and shook his head. “The prophecy was real. Thankfully, I reminded Black Star. If not, he might not have been able to escape this time. Black Star hid this matter from you because he doesn’t want you to be involved in the matters of the Universal Civilizations. However, Austin intentionally informed you about this because he wants to muddy the waters. Ah, he is truly a little brat who wants the world to fall into chaos.”
Upon hearing that, Ames opened her eyes and said, “I am his ally, not his subordinate. What rights does he have to stop me from participating?”
Aesop had a knowing look on his face. He then shook his head and asked, “What do you plan to do?”
“Contact the Crimson Dynasty envoy Zoel. The Crimson Dynasty is probably going to mobilize their forces in the Shattered Star Ring to attack the Arcane Church’s forces and stargate…”
Ames then stood up.
“Black Star, Psyker, Heber, and Austin, everyone is in the Flickering World…
“Thus, I am the only Beyond Grade A in the Shattered Star Ring now!
“I can go wherever I like!”