Han Xiao came to the office, and Sylvia brought Mad Blade and the others in.
"Black Star."
Mad Blade and the others called out. Pork Bun was also among them, and his face was filled with excitement.
As the faction grew, Pork Bun could not follow Black Star everywhere. When he heard that Mad Blade and the others were visiting Han Xiao, he immediately had an idea. For the sake of material for the show, he hugged Hao Tian's leg and squeezed in to join in the fun. As soon as he entered, he started recording.
Han Xiao's eyes scanned the crowd, and his gaze landed on Mad Blade. Loading the 'Faction Leader' emoji management pack, he nodded and said, "Long time no see, my friends."
Hearing that, everyone laughed. They were all once members of the expert team, and Black Star's conversation with them was different. They felt that this was special treatment.
"What important information do you have for me?" Han Xiao was curious. Players would not wake up early if there was no benefit, so they most likely accepted a mission from someone.
"I heard that this is a hunting list, and you're on it …"
Mad Blade explained their experience, then took out the list and passed it to Han Xiao.
Ronaldo? I've never heard of this name before. What's with the hunters? Han Xiao frowned and flipped through the list. His name was indeed on it.
"Someone has their eyes on me? Who could it be? "
Han Xiao pondered. The only similarity between the people on the list was that they were all famous Calamity Grade Supers in the various regions of the Shattered Star Ring. Some of them were very famous, and he had heard of them in his previous life.
To dare make a move on these people, no matter what the motive of the hunters was, it proved that their strength was unfathomable.
"Are they targeting me because of my fame and strength?" Han Xiao pondered.
In the past two years, the Black Star Corps had rapidly risen, and Han Xiao did not have many opportunities to act personally. For them to target him meant that they also considered him as one of the famous and powerful people in the Shattered Star Ring.
"Did Ronaldo say anything else?"
Mad Blade shook his head. "No."
"It seems that there is a lack of information. I can't prove the authenticity of this list. I will ask Philip to collect the recent whereabouts of the members on the list. If there is really such a group of hunters, he gave too little information. I don't know where this group of people came from."
Han Xiao shook his head helplessly.
In other words, a Calamity Grade Super was equivalent to a rare resource in the universe. A tall tree attracted the wind, and they would always be targeted by some organizations with ulterior motives.
Currently, undercurrents were surging in the Shattered Star Ring. The 'Crimson Tide' of Version 3.0 was slowly happening, and all kinds of monsters could appear. Not only in the Shattered Star Ring, but also in the other Star Fields. The influence of the Red Empire's renewed expansion radiated throughout the entire galaxy.
The three Universal Civilizations had finally entered the tiring period of peace, just like the seven-year itch between a married couple. Although it was not to the point of divorce, quarrels had become a daily occurrence. After a small argument, they could still fight in bed and reconcile at the end of the bed, but the indirect turbulence would not disappear.
In Han Xiao's previous life, the Crimson Tide was a chaotic era. Many organizations that were originally hidden in the dark surfaced and took advantage of the chaos to shift the blame to the Crimson Dynasty. The situation that the players were facing was a chaotic era where demons danced wildly.
Although Han Xiao was familiar with the storyline, in the Crimson Tide, there was more than one organization that attacked the strong. Some had been exposed in his previous life, and some had never been discovered. Just based on the incomplete information that Mad Blade and the others had brought, he was unable to determine the origins of the hunters.
At the very least, it could be the doing of an ambitious private organization. In his previous life, the Dark-star had done the same thing. At the very least, it could be a sign of the 'Calamity of the Supers' or the 'Silver Revolutionary Army'.
However, this list at least reminds me to be careful …
Han Xiao nodded. Although he did not know the identity of the enemy, he knew that someone had their eyes on him, so he could remain vigilant.
According to the information, this group of mysterious hunters was very strong and could easily crush normal Calamity Grades. They were most likely Grade A +, which made Han Xiao feel a little pressured.
I should find time to complete the Class Advancement mission. I'm now level 170, and the next Race Evolution will be when I reach level 180. My strength will be greatly increased, and I won't have to worry about Grade A + Supers.
Unfortunately, there was too little information about the enemy. He could only take precautions and could not take the initiative to find the enemy. This was like a ticking time bomb.
I should find time to return to Floating Dragon and find old man Aesop to tell my fortune … Han Xiao thought.
At this time, Mad Blade, who had the highest Favorability with Han Xiao, spoke again.
"Black Star, do you know about the recent changes in the Shattered Star Ring?"
They had learned some hidden information from Ronaldo and thought that it was related to the storyline of the next version. Now that they had finally met the faction leader, they felt that since Han Xiao was the mission target, he might know some information.
Mad Blade wanted to find out as much information as possible.
"Recent changes? What do you mean? "Han Xiao raised his brows.
"Ronaldo told us that the Shattered Star Ring has been in chaos recently. He said that there's a supernatural organization behind the scenes …" Mad Blade carefully probed.
"I know, the Red Empire."
The atmosphere suddenly became quiet.
Mad Blade opened his mouth.
Hao Tian's face twitched.
Everyone had a constipated expression on their faces.
He … he said it just like that …
Although they had gotten the answer, they all felt a strange sense of difference. They had thought that this was a big secret that almost no one knew about, but the second person they asked had casually said it.
It was as if the inside story of the Shattered Star Ring that Ronaldo cared about but could not understand was just an ordinary matter that did not need to be kept secret from Black Star.
The process was way too easy. Mad Blade and the others could not help but wonder if this information was important or not.
Only Pork Bun was the most excited, and his eyes were shining.
In Version 1.0, Black Star had hinted about the Mutation Disaster in Version 2.0. Now, Black Star was hinting about the next version.
The group felt that Han Xiao was becoming more and more mysterious, as if he knew everything.
Mad Blade was the first to know Han Xiao, but he could not help but feel that he did not understand this person at all.
Han Xiao's eyes turned, and he changed the topic. "The information you guys gave me is indeed valuable. I have a mission for you guys …"
As he said that, he quickly wrote a bonus mission and gave it to the players. The reward was generous, and there was even a free piece of equipment reward. Mad Blade and the others were pleasantly surprised and hurriedly accepted the mission.
Han Xiao said a few words of encouragement and increased their Favorability by five points. His Favorability was equivalent to a discount. He then got Sylvia to send off the satisfied Mad Blade, Hao Tian, and Pork Bun.
After everyone left, Han Xiao leaned back and crossed his legs. He tapped his thighs with his fingers and fell into deep thought.
He had always been paying attention to the movements of the players. All the players had left their novice planets and entered the galaxy, and his Black Star Corps was definitely the best faction to guide them. The original Blue Star players were all well-fed. The second season of the Pro League was about to begin, and he was looking forward to the performance of the Chinese clubs this time.
Most of the players had reached the upper limit of level 90 and could utilize more of the specialties of their classes. There would be more variety in their tactics, and it would be more exciting than the previous season.
The better the results of the Chinese teams, the more attractive their faction would be. In the future, when the players reached the stage where they could travel between Star Fields, his faction would be able to attract players from other regions to a certain extent. Han Xiao would never complain about having too many leeks.
"Those backlogged genetic agents can be sold for a huge sum."
Han Xiao smiled brightly. After squeezing dry countless galactic pirates, who knew how many genetic agents he had stored in his warehouse.
After looking at the forums for a while, Han Xiao was about to get up and go to the machinery modification room to play with the little cuties when Sylvia suddenly pushed the door open and entered.
"Teacher, there's an important invitation."
"Invitation?"
"The ruling civilization of the Colton Star Cluster, the Amethyst Civilization, wants to hire you."
Star Cluster civilization!
Han Xiao's eyes sparkled.
The business scope of the Black Star Corps was limited to Star System Civilizations, and they had not had the opportunity to come into contact with Star Cluster Civilizations. Although Han Xiao had obtained the contact of an official from the Amethyst Civilization during the Tyrant's party, the employment of Star Cluster Civilizations was only for designated personnel, and the Black Star Corps had not had the opportunity to do so.
Now, he had finally received a designated employment from a Star Cluster Civilization. The Amethyst Civilization was the ruler of the Colton Star Cluster, and they had taken the initiative to invite him. It seemed like it was a rather important matter.
Completing the employment of a Star Cluster Civilization would greatly enhance his army's resume.
A few years ago, Han Xiao had not come into contact with Star Cluster Civilizations because he was not strong enough. Now, he had the qualifications.
Furthermore, Star Cluster Civilizations were a necessary path for personal growth.
In the past two years, Han Xiao had more or less learned High-End Knowledges and needed to seek the next stage of Cutting-Edge Knowledges. Star Cluster Civilizations were an important way to obtain Cutting-Edge Knowledges.
This was an opportunity!
Han Xiaoxin calmed himself down and told Philip to transfer the call over while encrypting the channel.
The image flashed, and a familiar face appeared. It was the representative of the Amethyst Civilization, Ralph, whom Han Xiao had met at the Tyrant's party.
"Black Star, it's been a while."
Ralph took the initiative to speak and was rather friendly.
Han Xiao chatted with him for a while before getting down to business.
"You guys want to hire me?"
"That's right. Your army has a good reputation, and you're one of our top candidates."
"What mission is it exactly?"
"This is an annihilation operation. The target is a fleet. They're disguised as travelers, but their origins aren't simple. We're prepared to annihilate this fleet as a warning to the people behind them."
Ralph's explanation was rather vague and did not give any specific details. Han Xiao could not help but guess what organization the Amethyst Civilization wanted to warn.
With a thought, he had a rough idea.
Purple Crystal looked for mercenaries to settle this matter instead of taking action personally. It was obviously not because they were incapable but because the identity of the enemy was rather sensitive. As such, Purple Crystal did not want to use their official strength.
"Is it Klent?"
Han Xiao lowered his tone. Although Purple Crystal and Klent seemed to have a good relationship, they were actually brothers on the surface and secretly plotted against each other. In his previous life, Purple Crystal had fought with Klent before.
Ralph laughed and did not answer this question. He changed the topic and said, "Recently, the situation in the Shattered Star Ring has been unstable. Those organizations that are probing and causing trouble are becoming more and more overboard. We have to deal with them quickly."
Han Xiao stroked his chin, and his eyes sparkled.
Two years had passed, and the influence of the Crimson Tide had gradually spread. Many organizations wanted to take advantage of the situation, and many organizations popped up one after another. Chaos was spreading. The waves caused by the Red Empire made the Amethyst Civilization, which had always been neutral, extremely frustrated. Strange things happened frequently in the Colton Star Cluster, and the security of their territory became more and more serious. Finally, Purple Crystal could not take it anymore and decided to make an example out of them.
"How about it, Black Star? Are you willing to accept our employment?"
"Let's talk about the remuneration first."
"Of course, what do you want?"
"Mechanic Cutting-Edge Knowledge," Han Xiao said concisely.
Upon hearing this, Ralph's expression became difficult.
"I'm afraid that's not possible. Cutting-Edge Knowledge is very precious, and the higher-ups will not agree. I can only give you money …" Ralph paused and suddenly said, "However, you are an officer of Floating Dragon, and we respect Ames. If there is a chance to work together in the future, Cutting-Edge Knowledge is not impossible."
Indeed, it is not so easy to obtain Cutting-Edge Knowledge … Han Xiao had expected this, so he was not disappointed.
Ralph's subtext was that this employment was the Black Star Corps' declaration of allegiance. If he completed it, Purple Crystal would have more employment missions for him in the future. As long as he contributed enough, Purple Crystal would be willing to provide him with Cutting-Edge Knowledge. This still had to go through the path of Faction Favorability.
Cutting-Edge Knowledge was very precious. Only at this stage could one study antimatter and psionic energy. Han Xiao did not feel that there was anything wrong with Purple Crystal's approach. There was no such thing as a free lunch in the world. He needed Cutting-Edge Knowledge, and Purple Crystal needed powerful unofficial armed forces to do things for them in private. Everything was a deal.
Han Xiao pondered for a while before nodding. "Okay, I can give it a try."
"That's great." Ralph smiled. "I will send you a gathering location later. There will be other participants in this employment, and the details of the mission will be sent to you."
"Okay."
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