[Round 3: New Hunter]
Mission Introduction: You have defeated the first batch of Hunters and uncovered the tip of the iceberg. Now, a new group of Hunters has arrived. They are even stronger and more dangerous. They are hiding in the shadows and watching you, ready to make a move.
Mission Requirements: Resolve the attack of the new hunter team.
"Did the mastermind behind Albert's group send a new team to hunt again?"
Han Xiao's expression froze. The high amount of Experience reward indicated the difficulty of the third round.
The mission introduction was very ambiguous. He only knew that there was a strong enemy of unknown strength eyeing him in the dark, but he knew nothing about the enemy's plan.
This was like a ticking time bomb that would explode at any time. The only good news was that at least the mission notification on the interface gave him a warning and let him know of the existence of such a bomb.
"According to the previous clues, the mastermind behind the hunters should be an Ancient from another Star Field. They still haven't given up, and the team they sent this time will definitely not be weaker than Albert's team. Tsk … this is going to be difficult."
Han Xiao felt that it was quite troublesome. Another strong enemy appearing at the crucial moment of the secret war was not a good thing.
Thinking about it, he felt that the most important thing now was to take the initiative to find traces of the enemy. Once the enemy appeared, it meant that they had enough confidence to deal with him.
It would have been fine if he did not know who the enemy was, but the mission notification gave him a warning. Han Xiao was used to planning ahead.
"Since the third round has appeared, it means that the new Hunter Squad has already taken me as their target. There are only a few possibilities to deal with me. The first is a surprise attack, the second is a trap, the third is a reckless attack, and the fourth is to take advantage of the situation …"
Han Xiao frowned. He had almost no clues and could not make a judgment. Who knew where the enemy would suddenly appear?
"Looks like I can only rely on some metaphysics …"
After boarding the spaceship and setting the destination, the Blacklight Stealth took off and disappeared in a stream of light. Only the devastated land was left, proving that someone had been to this planet.
…
A few days later, on Floating Dragon Island.
The spaceship landed at the dock. Han Xiao ignored the fear in the eyes of the space pirates and went straight to old man Aesop's house.
In the past, Aesop did not rely on the oars but on the waves. Perhaps because he was old, his fatherly love exploded, and the prodigal son turned over a new leaf. He actually stayed on Floating Dragon Island peacefully, and it was very easy to find him.
"You're saying that a new group of hunters has appeared, and they're preparing to deal with you?"
In the room, Aesop was wearing gaudy pajamas and a crooked nightcap. He yawned and rubbed his eyes, expressing his doubts about the information that Han Xiao had told him. He was sleeping for his old age, but he was woken up by Han Xiao's series of calls.
"That's right." Han Xiao nodded.
"So you came to me because you want me to predict what the enemy will do?" Aesop stroked his beard and narrowed his eyes.
"Yes, the enemy is hiding in the dark. I need your help."
Aesop suddenly sized up Han Xiao and changed the topic. "I heard that you recently became a Beyond Grade A seed?"
Han Xiao was stunned. He did not know why Aesop suddenly brought this up, but he could only nod.
"Hmm, this is something I did not expect." Aesop smacked his lips. "But don't believe in this too much. It's not that easy to become a Beyond Grade A. This is not just an increase in strength but also a sublimation of life form. Every Beyond Grade A is actually a new species …"
Aesop had interacted with many Beyond Grade As before, so he did not mind sharing some of his experiences with Han Xiao.
Han Xiao listened patiently. Although he had the interface, listening to the experience would only bring him benefits. As the saying went, having an old person at home was like having a treasure.
After saying a few words, Aesop suddenly shook his head.
"If you really bet on a one in ten thousand chance of becoming a Beyond Grade A, the Ancient Ones behind the hunters will immediately stop hunting you down. The secret war that has been causing a commotion recently will also end because of you alone. With a new Beyond Grade A in the Shattered Star Ring, you will immediately be able to sit at the table of the highest level. Those Star Cluster Civilizations will take the initiative to share the cake with you. As long as you express your intention, you will easily obtain a huge foundation, and all the problems that have been troubling you will be solved …"
Aesop paused and sighed. "If such a day really comes, you will definitely leave Floating Dragon. A Beyond Grade A will never be the subordinate of another Beyond Grade A."
Han Xiao thought about it but did not reply.
Indeed, if he really became a Beyond Grade A, he would definitely establish his own organization.
From the very beginning, Floating Dragon had been his short-term backer and springboard. He had helped Floating Dragon a lot, and it could be said that he had worked hard. Even if he left Floating Dragon, he would not become enemies with Ames.
Ames might not be happy, but Jenny would definitely want him to leave as soon as possible so that he could go and cause trouble for others.
Aesop rubbed his forehead and helplessly said, "Old people like to nag. Let's get back to the topic. Your clues are insufficient, and I can't guarantee the accuracy of the prophecy. It can only be used as a reference. Think about it yourself."
As he said that, Aesop closed his eyes and began to predict.
Not long after, the old man opened his eyes.
Seeing that Han Xiao was still patiently waiting, Aesop said, "I only saw a blurry image. A huge shadow covered you. You ran left and right, but no matter what, you couldn't escape from the shadow. In the end, the darkness swallowed you completely."
Han Xiao frowned. "What does this mean?"
"What I saw might not be the actual reality. It might just be a symbol." Aesop started to interpret the dream without hesitation. "I feel that the meaning of this prophecy should be that the mastermind behind this will always chase after you, and you won't be able to escape from him. In short, it means that it's very dangerous."
"… That's it?" Han Xiao's mouth twitched. You're just messing with me, right?
"As I said, there are too few clues. The prophecy is very vague, and it might not be right." Aesop shrugged. "If I was omniscient and omnipotent, would you still be able to catch me back then?"
Han Xiao was speechless.
You didn't say anything. Why do I feel that the Destiny's Child Character Summon Card is more useful than you? If it wasn't for the fact that I only have one use left, I would have used it long ago. Old Aesop, you're unreliable.
Aesop dropped the ball here, so Han Xiao turned to look for Ames. Since he was already here, he naturally had to meet her.
Ames was the only one in the palace, and she was very happy to see Han Xiao. After chatting for a while, Han Xiao did not see Hella and Aurora, so he could not help but ask about them. He learned that Hella had somehow been stimulated and had been training with Aurora during this period of time.
Han Xiao did not inform anyone of his return this time, and he did not intend to disturb Hella and Aurora. He chatted with Ames for a while and asked for her help.
His intuition told him that the third round of the mission would be very dangerous. If he could ask Ames for help, he would be at ease.
Unexpectedly, Ames smiled faintly. With an elegant and noble temperament, she gently opened her red lips and rejected him.
"Black Star, I can't do it this time. I have other things to do. Furthermore, you can't always ask for my help. This might be a crisis, but you have the potential to become a Beyond Grade A Super. If you really want to become a Beyond Grade A Super, you have to rely on yourself to overcome the difficulties."
Through the recent rumors, Ames saw the possibility of Han Xiao becoming a Beyond Grade A Super. She decided to help Han Xiao less. In her opinion, crises were nutrients. Only by experiencing crises would the seeds sprout and finally break through the soil.
When Aesop had trained her, he had used a hawkish education to let her grow up and become independent. Ames had followed this method and had the same requirements for Hella and Aurora. However, the two sisters had not reached the standard to go out on adventures.
As for Han Xiao, Ames had a lot of trust in his strength. She felt that overprotecting Black Star was not a good thing. It would reduce Black Star's chances to train himself. She really wanted to see Black Star become stronger, and she would be happy for him.
Han Xiao was helpless. Ames was the leader of the faction after all, and she would not be willing to help him every time. Furthermore, the enemy had not even appeared this time.
Asking for Ames' help was just to save trouble. If the Dragon Emperor did not help, he would have to think of a way himself. Over the years, he had encountered countless dangers. It was impossible for him to back down, not in this lifetime.
After bidding farewell to Ames, Han Xiao left Floating Dragon on a ship. He came and left in a hurry.
This time, he did not obtain enough rewards on his return to Floating Dragon, so he was a little disappointed. He was still the most reliable after all.
However, as his strength and organization improved, the level of the battle became higher and higher. Floating Dragon was no longer of as much help to him as before.
In the cockpit, Han Xiao drove the spaceship while thinking of a plan.
"Ames won't help, and Aesop is also a trap. I have to complete my Promotion as soon as possible. Every bit of strength counts …"
After thinking for a while, Han Xiao took out his communicator and was about to contact his friends to spar with.
Beep beep!
His communicator suddenly vibrated. Bennett had suddenly sent him a message.
Han Xiao was shocked. He browsed through it, and his face immediately darkened.
It was not good news.
Ever since Bennett had built Black Star City, they had not contacted each other for quite some time. If there was nothing urgent, Bennett would not disturb him.
Han Xiao had always placed great importance on this novice planet. Although most of the old players had joined the army, there would be an endless stream of new players in the future.
He was very sensitive at this juncture, and he could not help but link the sudden situation of Blue Star to the third round of the [Prey] mission.
Han Xiao frowned and became alert.
"There must be a trap!"
…
One day earlier, Blue Star.
In the government building of Black Star City, Bennett finished reviewing the backlog of documents and heaved a sigh of relief. He put down his pen and rubbed his temples to relieve the fatigue in his eyes.
"Sigh, being the leader of a country is even more tiring than fighting a war."
Bennett sighed, picked up the hot tea beside him, blew on it, and sipped it. As the hot tea entered his throat, his stomach felt warm, and his mental fatigue slowly disappeared. His tightly furrowed brows relaxed, and he let out a sigh of relief.
He turned his chair around and faced the floor-to-ceiling windows, looking down at the city scenery outside. Trains were moving along the tracks, and pedestrians were weaving together on the streets, chatting and laughing. A harmonious and lively scene was reflected in Bennett's eyes, and he couldn't help but reveal a gratified smile.
Seeing the people living a stable life, Bennett felt that everything was worth it.
Ring ring ring!
Suddenly, the internal line phone on the table rang urgently as if urging someone to hurry him up.
"There really isn't any time to rest at all."
Bennett had no choice but to pick up the phone.
"Your … Your Excellency, it's … it's not good!"
The person on the other side of the phone was a high-ranking official under Bennett. His tone was stuttering, and his voice was sharp. Bennett could hear the panic in the other party's voice even through the phone. He only felt his eardrums hurt, and he moved the phone away from his ear.
"Why are you shouting? What happened?" Bennett was confused.
"Six … Six Nations declared war on us at the same time!"
Bennett suddenly froze, and his eyes widened. With a look of disbelief, he suddenly stood up!
"Have they all gone crazy?"
Clang!
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