Chapter 1003 - Double Beyond Grade As (2/2)
“How confident are you in being able to gather all of them?” Urranrell asked.
“About fifty percent.”
“Really?” Urranrell somewhat doubted him. “Most Beyond Grade As are smart; they know very well that answering your invitation means they’re indirectly helping you make an even bigger name for yourself. The dynasty’s Beyond Grade As are no problem, but can you ensure that the federation and the church are willing to give you face?”
“I can’t promise, but…” Han Xiao chuckled. “I think my face should be somewhat useful. As for those I’m not able to invite, I’m going to need the dynasty’s help.”
“Alright, it’s worth a try. I’ll have some people assist you.” Urranrell thought about it and approved of this plan, expressing that she would provide assistance.
“Then I shall thank the dynasty in advance.” Han Xiao smiled. He then suddenly said, “Other than that, I have something else to say.”
“Go on.”
“About the Evolution Cube, I’ve already thought about it.” Han Xiao shook his head. “I’m sorry, but I don’t plan to use the Evolution Cube to exchange for something else for the time being. The truth is, I’ve read through the list the dynasty gave me many times, but sadly, there’s no Universal Treasure in the list I’m really interested in. I’m very appreciative of the fact that the dynasty is very sincere in this matter, but I’ve made up my mind.”
Urranrell stayed silent for a few seconds before slowly saying, “No problem, we won’t force you. If you changed your mind, contact me anytime.”
The two of them then chatted for a while more before ending the call.
Han Xiao played with the communicator, thought back about the conversation, and nodded.
After thorough consideration, he had decided to decline the dynasty’s proposal and keep the Evolution Cube.
The dynasty wanted ownership of the Evolution Cube to completely control the business of the Evolutionary Totems, which just so happened to be exactly what he wanted to control as well. This was a conflict of interests. Even if the dynasty would not be happy about it, he had to keep this crucial business in his hands.
Instead of relying on others, he preferred to rely on himself. His good relationship with the dynasty was not because of sentiment but because he was useful to the dynasty, and that was the foundation of the army.
Declining the proposal might make the dynasty unsatisfied, but there was absolutely no chance it would destroy their relationship—the dynasty still needed him.
The act of first mentioning the plan to gather all Beyond Grade As before his decision about the Evolution Cube was also a small test to see the change in attitude of the dynasty.
In order to control something, he had to have enough strength to match up to it. Indeed, the dynasty was undoubtedly a giant, but the current Black Star Army also had enough power to keep this profit in its hands, even more so with Hila’s return.
The root cause of the pressure from the federation and the church was the dynasty forbidding the sale of the totems to outsiders. However, if that was no longer the case, the answer to whether the federation and the church would want the dynasty or the dynasty’s allies to control the cube was extremely clear. They would rather have the dynasty’s ally to have the profit made from the totems than have their direct competitor control the business.
Although, on paper, both these cases would still mean that the dynasty was the one benefitting from it, the ownership of the profit was completely different.
“The dynasty will definitely make some moves privately. Let’s see what they’re going to do.”
Han Xiao shook his head.
…
The next day, an announcement was made in the Black Star Army.
“The sixth Beyond Grade A of the Shattered Star Ring who defeated Tolaen, Hila, will become the Black Star Army’s Vice Army Commander.”
Not splitting off and forming her own organization but continuing to stay in the Black Star Army!
Countless organizations were paying close attention to the matter. As soon as the news was out, the entire Star Field was shocked!
Everyone knew that since the Black Star Army had double Beyond Grade As, their influence would surge drastically.
Although Black Star could easily thrash multiple ordinary Beyond Grade As alone, to the galactic residents all around the entire universe, it was a world of difference.
Many organizations with ulterior motives were looking forward to Hila splitting off, but things went the complete opposite direction from what they hoped. They could not help but feel disappointed.
You’re a Beyond Grade A, yet you are satisfied with being below Black Star and working for him?
Can you have some backbone‽
Why not learn from your seniors and form your own organization!
Damn it, there must be a way to split them up!
On the other hand, to the partners and members of the Black Star Army, this was undoubtedly good news.
Knowing that Hila was staying, the entire army was thrilled!
With one more Beyond Grade A behind their backs, the army members were so much more confident that even the way they walked became prouder.
The influence showed very quickly—the army’s appeal to high standard talents became much higher.
Seeing that Han Xiao seemed to really have cultivated a Beyond Grade A, many Supers could no longer sit tight and only watch. Among which, the most affected ones were the neutral Beyond Grade A seeds, as the chance of becoming Beyond Grade As was lethally attractive to them.
…
Somewhere in the Shattered Star Ring, in an Arcane Church fleet…
The conference room of the main fleet was filled with projections of the Arcane Church’s allies. Tolaen was the only one present and sitting in the middle.
“… You’re saying that Hila’s Esper Ability has extraordinary damage to living things, and when it exploded, you were heavily injured in one hit?”
“That’s right. It was really painful. Also, she could even damage my mind. I’ll have to rest for at least a few years.” Tolaen clenched his teeth.
Tolaen was furious about losing to Hila. Not only did he lose, he even suffered damage that he could not easily recover from. It was mainly the damage caused to his mind, which needed to be dealt with slowly. Before he recovered, his control of spells would be reduced, and he would not be able to fight at his peak power.
After resting for a few days, he had contacted the others today and reported Hila’s ability.
Kasuyi slowly shook his head. “The Black Star Army has obtained a new Beyond Grade A with extraordinary potential. His organization has become stronger again.”
Many people were frowning because of this.
Among the three Universal Civilizations, the Arcane Church was the one that did not want the Black Star Army to become stronger the most. After all, they had suffered a huge loss during the Planet Lighthouse battle, and many people there held grudges against the Black Star Army.
At this time, Sun Hunter suddenly looked at his communicator. “Hmm? Black Star sent me a message.”
“What did he say?” Kasuyi turned and looked over.
“Er, he’s sent an invitation to us, asking us to go to his place as guests,” Sun Hunter said with a strange tone.
“Us?”
“Yes, he’s inviting… all the Beyond Grade As of the Arcane Church.”
Other than Kasuyi, the expression on everyone’s face changed, filled with shock and confusion.
Inviting all the Beyond Grade As of the Arcane Church?
What is Black Star doing? Is he itching to get beaten up‽
If it were others, they would think that this was basically suicide. But since it was Black Star, the people there believed that he could really just be itching to get beaten up.