On the other side, somewhere in the Emerald Star Cluster, a small fleet was slowly sailing. The logo on the outer armor of the spaceship showed that this fleet belonged to 'Ancient Snake', which was Lucie's fleet, who had exposed Gaud's Esper Ability during the welcome meeting.
Lucie stood in front of the porthole of the bridge with his arms crossed, staring at the stars outside. Beside him stood another neutral Beyond Grade A, who was also a big shot in the black market.
"How long until we reach the stargate at the border of the Star Cluster?" Lucie asked without looking back.
"Leader, about a day's journey," the captain hastily replied.
Hearing this, the neutral Beyond Grade A shook his head and said helplessly, "I can't catch up to Gaud.
"I feel like I can't catch up to Gaud. Luci, do you really need to spar with him?"
"I just want to find out what his ability is."
"Sigh, he's a direct member of the dynasty. He can totally refuse. Are you going to force him to fight you?"
"Humph, I have to give it a try."
Lucie pursed his lips and looked like he was going to get to the bottom of this.
After the welcoming meeting, he brought his fleet and a Beyond Grade A he was familiar with. He followed Gaud's route and chased after him, wanting to stop Gaud and spar with him.
Of course, he was not doing this just to satisfy his own curiosity. As a spy of a Supercluster civilization, he had received a secret order from the upper echelons, asking him to find a way to force Gaud to fight and confirm if his ability was [Energy Control]. That was why he had been chasing Gaud so relentlessly.
The Supercluster civilizations basically did not want to fight Gaud, but this kind of test was still acceptable. They all wanted to find out Gaud's true ability.
At this time, the spaceship's radar suddenly rang.
"Attention! There's a spacetime anchored area ahead. Hyperdrive cannot be maintained. Please stop hyperdrive or go around … "
The two of them were stunned.
Spacetime anchored areas usually represented trouble. The neutral Beyond Grade As in the black market did not like unnecessary trouble.
Just as Lucie was about to tell the fleet to go around, the spaceship suddenly received a message.
"This is the Red Empire's exploration army. We're checking all passersby. Please stop the spaceship immediately. I repeat, please stop the spaceship immediately …"
Hearing this, Luqi had no choice but to stop the fleet. Outside the window was a line of defense formed by the empire's battleships, seemingly sealing off a large area in front of them.
Three imperial ships immediately approached and activated all kinds of detection equipment to scan Lucci's fleet.
At the same time, the projection of an imperial official appeared on the communication screen. He looked at Lu Qi and said expressionlessly,
"Please show your identification code, spaceship navigation permit, crew list, navigation log …"
Although Luqi was unhappy, his real identity was sensitive after all, so he had to let the captain cooperate. In his opinion, there was nothing to hide.
The Imperial Military Officer started checking and found that Lucci and the person beside him were both Beyond Grade As. His expression changed slightly, and strong suspicion flashed in his eyes.
"What are you doing here? Why do we have to pass through this area? Where is the destination? "
"Even the Empire wants to interfere? This is one of the routes to the border stargate station. Is it strange for me to pass by here? "Lucie frowned." But you guys, what are you checking for in this area? "
"I'm looking for someone." The Imperial Military Officer didn't want to say more, so he continued his inspection.
At this time, he suddenly found that there were records of Gaud in Lucci's navigation log. His pupils constricted, and he shouted with an unquestionable tone,
"Everyone, leave the spaceship immediately for further inspection!"
"Isn't this a little too much? We're just passing by." The neutral Beyond Grade A frowned.
"I'll repeat myself. Leave the spaceship immediately for further inspection! Otherwise, we'll enforce it! "
Then, the dynasty fleet at the back activated their weapon array without another word. Cannons were aimed at Lucci's fleet one after another, looking like they would open fire at any moment.
"Are you threatening me?" Lucci was annoyed.
The dynasty had a huge empire, and the officers did not respect him at all. That was one thing, but now, they even wanted to take a mile after taking an inch, trying to manipulate a Beyond Grade A like him. Did they really think that Beyond Grade As were easy to mess with?
As a neutral Beyond Grade A, he indeed could not afford to mess with the dynasty, but he did not think that any random person in the dynasty had the right to disrespect him. Furthermore, with the Beyond Grade A Association behind him, he was not someone without support!
Beep beep beep …
Just as Lucci was about to lose his temper, the communicators of everyone on the spaceship vibrated.
Lucci frowned, suppressed his anger, and took out his communicator. Only then did he see the dynasty's mandatory pop-up announcement. His expression changed drastically.
Gaud is missing?
Who did this? They're too bold!
Lucci's body trembled, and he immediately realized that something was wrong.
Wait, I seem to have been tracking Gaud, wanting to spar with him …
If nothing had happened to Gaud, this behavior would have been normal and would not have attracted the dynasty's hostility. However, it was different now. Gaud had gotten into an accident, and everyone related to him would not be able to escape suspicion. Although he had only been chasing after Gaud and did not meet him at all, he was still suspicious in the eyes of the dynasty. They would not let go of any clues!
No wonder the Imperial Military Officer had such an attitude!
Lucci knew the severity of the matter. Now was not the time to care about whether they respected him or not. He had to find a way to clear his name.
If he dared not cooperate with the dynasty's investigation, he had no doubt that the dynasty would vent their anger on him. Now was not the time to be stubborn.
Lucci's arrogance instantly dimmed. He did not dare to get angry, so he could only tell everyone to leave the spaceship and obediently cooperate with the dynasty's investigation.
Which b * stard is this b * stard who did this to me!
…
"What? Gaud is missing? Someone really attacked him? "
The President of the Radiant Federation, Bader, stood up from his chair with a dumbfounded expression.
What the f * ck, is there really an idiot?
No, this is not an idiot. This is a lunatic!
The Chief Elder was also shocked. "Who is so bold to attack a direct member of the dynasty? This will affect the entire situation and cause a huge storm, causing trouble for everyone! "
Bader frowned and said with a deep voice, "Ethereal is the same as us. If we don't do anything, they won't do anything either … So, it's most likely the Supercluster Alliance's doing?"
"That's right. It must be the Supercluster." The Chief Elder nodded.
Before the incident, the two of them did not think that the Supercluster would dare to do anything. However, when it really happened, in their opinion, excluding themselves, the case could only be done by the Supercluster!
How dare he?! If they dared to attack a direct member of the dynasty today, would they dare to attack their direct members tomorrow?
"The Supercluster has grown up. Looks like they still hold a grudge against the Tragedy of the Pinnacles. I think it's time to teach them another lesson …"
Bader's eyes flickered.
The one who suffered losses was the dynasty. He was actually secretly happy. He did not need to do anything personally to weaken the dynasty. However, on the other hand, the dynasty represented the ruling civilization. As a member of the ruling civilization, Radiance could not help but feel a sense of hatred when they saw their ruling authority being challenged. These two feelings did not conflict with each other.
The Chief Elder thought for a moment, and his expression darkened. "Although we're not the culprits, we have the Multi-Dimensional Sky Opening Transportation Device and are best at ambushes and assassinations. There's a high chance that we'll become one of the dynasty's suspects."
"Hmm, this is also a problem. Therefore, we have to express our stance and take the initiative to help the dynasty investigate the case." Bader was deep in thought. "However, we're not the only ones with this kind of teleportation ability. Who knows if the Mecha Empire has stolen this technology? Also, Black Star has a similar single-target teleportation mechanical suit. He might also … "
"The Mecha Empire is suspicious, but he's still Radiance's ally. If he did it, we'll be responsible too. As for Black Star …" The Chief Elder laughed. "Hehe, as long as the dynasty's upper echelons are not crazy, they won't suspect Black Star."
"That's true."
Bader shook his head helplessly.
…
"Who the f * ck did this?"
The Star Arc Civilization leader was dumbfounded as if he had been struck by lightning.
Although this was what he wanted to do, the Star Arc Civilization leader knew very well that no matter who attacked Gaud, the Supercluster Alliance would definitely be the dynasty's first suspect.
This was pushing them into a fire pit!
For a moment, the Star Arc Civilization leader was confused. Suspects flashed through his mind one after another.
"If it wasn't me, could it be another Supercluster Civilization? Who would have the motive to do this? Could it be Modo? "
Modo had left early, so the war had nothing to do with them anymore. Thus, Modo was not afraid of doing something like this. They might even have the motive to drag the Supercluster Alliance down. Modo had no hope of competing, so he wanted the other Supercluster Civilizations to fail with him?
The Star Arc Civilization leader's mind spun quickly.
Or rather, this was Radiance and Ethereal's plan to kill the dynasty's talents, then frame the Supercluster Alliance and make them the scapegoat?
Or rather, this was the dynasty's own scheme. They made Gaud disappear, framed the Supercluster Civilization, and used this as an excuse to start the Tragedy of the Pinnacles again to kill the Beyond Grade As of the Supercluster Civilization. Otherwise, how could this have happened so suddenly? How could Gaud not have resisted at all?
The Star Arc Civilization leader's expression was uncertain. He felt like he had seen through everything.
This was a scheme against the Supercluster Alliance!
The three Universal Civilizations are still determined to kill me!
"This is too passive. I have to do something! I can't let the three Universal Civilizations make things up! "
The Star Arc Civilization leader clenched his teeth.
Want to frame us? It's not like we don't know how to do that. We have to find a scapegoat that will make the three Universal Civilizations speechless!
Figures flashed through his mind one after another, and one of them suddenly stopped.
Not lacking in motive, perfect ability, great suspicion, and can make this person even more estranged from the three Universal Civilizations …
It's decided to be you, Manison!
…
In just a few days, the dynasty's announcement swept through all the Star Fields like a hurricane, causing an uproar in countless areas!
Some of the local terrorist organizations who did not know what they were doing actually claimed that they were responsible for the incident. However, in less than a day, the fleet of the Imperium had arrived brazenly and annihilated them without leaving a single survivor!
Basically, everyone felt that the Red Empire was completely enraged this time!
Many organizations were as silent as cicadas in winter, keenly sensing that a storm was coming.
It seemed like the world was about to change …
The Beyond Grade A Association also held an emergency meeting to discuss how to deal with this matter.
In a large round-table conference room on Planet Finn, many Beyond Grade As gathered and discussed intensely.
"How did this happen? It's too sudden!"
"It's only been a few days, and Gaud … sigh!"
"Someone with such strength is most likely someone in the association. Who did it? Come out!"
Everyone was filled with righteous indignation.
Although Gaud was a direct descendant, everyone could empathize with him. From time to time, people would turn to look at Gaud's empty seat with sympathy.
The venue was as noisy as a market. At this time, Sun Hunter spoke, and his thunderous voice covered the entire venue.
Everyone turned to look at him, only to see him staring at Manison suspiciously. He said in a low, muffled voice,
"Mecha Empire, tell me honestly, did you do it or not?"
"Nonsense! I think you've all been brainwashed by Black Star! I'm the president, after all. How can I take the lead to break the rules! "Manison's face twitched, and he flew into a rage out of humiliation.
However, the crowd was skeptical and continued to stare at Manison, sizing him up.
Han Xiao had been leading the way all this time, and he had already planted the seeds of doubt in everyone's hearts.
Seeing this, veins popped up on Manison's forehead. He felt that June Flying Snow was wronged.
No matter how he explained, he could not clear his name. These Beyond Grade As still suspected him … and this situation was caused by that brat Black Star!
Manison turned around and glared at Han Xiao fiercely. He could not wait to fight with Han Xiao in front of everyone and fight until the sun and moon dimmed.
This time, Clottey slowly stood up, his face expressionless, and his tone was cold.
"Gaud's disappearance, no matter who did it, we'll find you and make you understand the consequences of provoking the dynasty!"
As he spoke, he glanced at Manison. Nothing needed to be said.
The direct members of the three Universal Civilizations usually did not speak, but now, they all expressed that they would catch the culprit. Many of them glanced at the Mecha Empire from time to time.
Manison's expression became more and more unpleasant.
However, the way Sorokin looked at Manison became gentler.
If not for the fact that this was not the right place, Sorokin almost wanted to give Manison a thumbs up and praise him.
At this time, Han Xiao, who had been silent all this while, cleared his throat to attract everyone's attention. Only then did he speak slowly.
He slowly said, "Gaud joined the association before this incident happened. He's one of us and is protected by the association. Now that something has happened to him, this is not only a provocation to the dynasty but also a provocation to the association's authority. We have the obligation to find the culprit. This is the association's responsibility!
Therefore, I suggest that we start investigating this matter immediately. All Beyond Grade As will search for clues together and issue a universal kill order! "
As soon as he said that, everyone cheered, regardless of whether they were sincere or not.
"The vice president is right. The association can't stay out of this!"
"How dare they touch our people. Do they think we're all decorations?"
Han Xiao's suggestion was what most of them wanted. Some of them were worried that if they did not express their stance, the dynasty would take revenge like the Tragedy of the Pinnacles and threaten their lives.
Now that Han Xiao suggested that the association provide assistance, it would more or less divert the hatred away from them.
Furthermore, protecting the safety of the members was one of the association's responsibilities. Most of them were happy to see the association take action. This meant that they would receive such treatment in the future.
All of a sudden, the entire place was filled with a lively atmosphere of Han Xiao raising his arm and cheering.
Clottey glanced at Han Xiao, and his expression softened a little. He nodded slightly and sat back down.
He also wanted to ask for the association's help. After all, with so many Beyond Grade As here, they would have a greater chance of finding the culprit.
Black Star was an ally of the dynasty, so he gave them face and directly agreed to help. Seeing this, Clottey felt that the dynasty's strategy was right.
Letting Black Star take control of the association was definitely a good thing for the dynasty.
Looking at everyone's reaction, Han Xiao maintained the serious expression on his face and secretly heaved a sigh of relief.
This was the effect he wanted. The various organizations suspected each other, but they did not know that the culprit was right in front of them …
This pool of water had been completely stirred up by him.
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