"Refusing help? Why? "
Xu Sili was surprised to hear Adrian's words.
Didn't Dr. Ding Mingyu say that he had mastered very powerful technology?
Although he had been identified as a traitor, now that they knew his whereabouts, they should at least capture him, right?
Xu Sili frowned and felt that something was wrong.
Adrian nodded and sighed. "The upper echelons of the Flanda Interstellar Federation think that this might be a trap."
"As long as Dr. Ding Mingyu can't prove his innocence, he's a traitor to the federation. His words can't be trusted, and they won't fall for it. Finally, they asked me to thank you for your kindness."
"In other words … they're letting Dr. Ting fend for himself and ignoring his information?"
"According to the official answer, that's right."
What he meant was that Flanda wouldn't do anything on the surface, but it was hard to say if they would secretly send someone to take a look.
"Does the Star Alliance not plan to intervene?" Xu Sili asked again.
Adrian shook his head and said, "This is the decision of the Flanda Interstellar Federation. According to the rules, the Star Alliance won't actively interfere unless it involves other countries."
The Star Alliance was just an intermediary organization after all. It didn't have the power to restrict or command the domestic politics of the alliance unless it involved the interests of other countries.
Xu Sili nodded, but he still felt that the Flanda Interstellar Federation's attitude was a bit strange.
With Flanda's overall strength ranked second in the entire galaxy, why would they need to secretly carry out a rescue operation? If Xing Dao really dared to kill the hostage, wouldn't they incur the wrath of Flanda?
As the number one manufacturing country in the galaxy, especially in the field of arms and technology, Flanda had a lot of say in the entire galaxy.
Therefore, the possibility of a private rescue operation should be relatively low. Otherwise, it wouldn't be in line with the style of a superpower.
This Dr. Ting … probably offended someone and was set up, right? It was possible that he was kidnapped by Xing Dao, or it was the result of someone else's plan. Of course, this didn't exclude the possibility that he was lying.
Xu Sili guessed and didn't want to be a busybody.
"Liaison Adrian, thank you for bringing me the news. Coincidentally, I was just about to contact you. I might need to order another batch of supplies soon … "
Xu Sili sent him the shopping list. "If you have any more storage capsules in the future, please keep them for me."
The storage capsule was too important!
When the game went into beta testing, the number of players would increase, and the frequency of exchanging items from the faction storage would definitely increase. He still had time now, so he had to store more items in his storage capsule.
However, the twenty or so storage capsules that he had bought previously were now filled with interstellar beasts. It would take some time to clear them all out.
Furthermore, each storage capsule was only two thousand cubic meters in size. Twenty of them added up to only forty thousand cubic meters — yes, the storage capsules could be stacked and combined.
The two large spaceships that he had ordered were sent to the Roland Empire using the storage capsule and fixed-point teleportation technology.
A large spaceship took up almost a quarter of the space.
Xu Sili felt that it was not enough. He had to buy more just in case.
Hearing Xu Sili's request, Adrian didn't know whether to laugh or cry. "Your Majesty Roland, although the space compression technology has matured, the storage capsule is still very precious."
"I took a huge risk to sell all the stock to the Roland Empire in one go, and I broke the rules to get it for you."
Xu Sili frowned. "So you mean … I won't be able to buy storage capsules from GAL in the future?"
"Not exactly, but you'll have to line up in the future."
Adrian smiled bitterly and suggested, "Or you can choose to buy a Dimension Button as a replacement."
With the popularity of the Mech, the technology of the Dimension Button had matured. Although one button could only store one Mech, and it couldn't store more than one Mech like the storage capsule, it was much more cost-effective.
A 5x5x10 Dimension Button only cost five million Universe Credits. Compared to a 10x10x20 storage capsule that cost 120 million, the Dimension Button was undoubtedly much cheaper and more popular among ordinary people.
Xu Sili listened to his introduction and nodded. The Dimension Button was quite useful, so he could buy it.
"Then how many slots does Roland have?"
He now understood some of the rules. The materials purchased through Star Alliance would be discounted, but each country had a limit.
"Your country has a limit of 100 Dimension Buttons this year, Your Majesty Roland," replied Adrian.
Xu Sili curled his lips, but didn't say anything more.
Roland was ranked second to last, so it was normal for it to have a small quota. Even the countries at the bottom of the rankings might not be able to handle so many Dimension Buttons.
However, once the Genius Competition ends, perhaps this situation will change.
Thinking of this, Xu Sili was happy. He smiled at Adrian and said, "Okay, then give me 100 Dimension Buttons."
Adrian looked at him and hesitated for a moment before asking, "May I ask, Your Majesty, why are you buying so many Dimension Buttons?"
With Roland's situation, they probably didn't even have a single mecha, right?
Xu Sili was in a good mood, so he answered honestly, "To store some miscellaneous items."
"…"
Adrian didn't quite believe this answer.
Although the Dimension Button was cost-effective, it wasn't cheap. It was usually only used to load mechas and some large equipment. Very few people used it purely for storage, unless they were very rich.
However, the Roland Empire didn't seem to be very rich. Not long ago, they even needed the help of Star Alliance.
However, Adrian tactfully didn't ask any more questions.
"Okay, I understand."
After the two finished talking about business, Adrian said, "I listened to Your Majesty's new song not long ago. Your voice is still so beautiful, it's intoxicating."
Xu Sili had experienced being praised in person, so he wasn't embarrassed. He smiled and thanked Adrian. Then he heard Adrian say,
"Speaking of which, a lot of fans who listened to your new song recently sent us emails."
Xu Sili paused. They listened to his song and then went to look for Adrian? What kind of operation is this?
He listened to Adrian continue.
"They are all old people from Eshe Star. Some of them even emigrated from the Roland Empire. Many of them had previously donated some materials and funds to Roland, so they contacted us."
"It's probably because the Roland folk song you sang evoked their memories, so they sent a letter to ask about the situation of the Roland Empire."
Xu Sili listened to Adrian's narration and felt a little emotional.
Before the catastrophe, there were many countries on Eshe Star. The Elementalists who left the planet came from various countries.
After the natural disaster, they were all trapped outside while all the countries on Eshe Star were annihilated in the calamity. Only the Roland Empire was left struggling at death's door.
These people who were trapped outside made a lot of contributions to the Roland Empire and the tinder of Eshe Star's civilization. Even the survivors of the countries who had some enmity with Roland put aside their past grudges and worked for the Roland Empire for decades.
Later on, they slowly lost contact with each other, probably because they were old or gradually disheartened.
Calculating the time, the youngest of these old people who were still alive and still had their old memories were at least 140 years old.
They were much older than his grandparents …
Xu Sili couldn't help but sigh.
It had been more than a hundred years, but these old people still remembered their homeland. It was very rare.
"Then they …" Xu Sili wanted to ask if they were doing well, but he stopped himself.
Even if the material conditions were good, the destruction of the country and the loss of the family would probably not be good mentally. Otherwise, why would they ask Adrian eagerly after hearing the folk songs of their homeland?
Adrian smiled, "Most of them just expressed their condolences. I also told them that Roland is getting better, and then …"
He paused for a moment and continued, "I received a request from Mr. Huo today. He and his companions, a total of five old people, want to return to the Roland Empire for a visit."
"What do you think about this?"
Xu Sili was stunned. He didn't expect these old people to want to come back at this critical time.
Suddenly, he had a thought.
Those who could leave Eshe Star were basically Elementalists. These old people … Do they still have their elemental skills? What about their levels? Are there any restrictions?
Thinking of this, Xu Sili's heart beat wildly.
However, he didn't show it on his face in front of Adrian. He thought for a moment and said, "Can you ask them to contact me? I want to talk to them first. "
Adrian expressed his understanding, "Of course."
Then, under Xu Sili's urging, he went to contact the old people.
Adrian probably saw that Xu Sili valued him, so he was very quick. Xu Sili didn't have to wait long before he received his reply.
"Your Majesty Roland, I talked to that old man … Do you have time to go to the Star Web community? Do you mind meeting them? "
Xu Sili had finished his breakfast and was sitting on the sofa drinking tea. When he heard this, he nodded without thinking too much.
"Sure, I'll meet them."
There were some things that needed to be clarified face to face. It was better to have a preliminary understanding of the other party's character to avoid a repeat of the incident with Dr. Ding Mingyu.
"Okay."
Having facilitated this, Adrian was obviously in a good mood. He smiled and said, "Your Majesty, please set a time and place. I'll tell them?"
"Yes, I'll send you the time and place later. Sorry to trouble you, liaison officer Adrian."
"This is my duty. Your Majesty, you're welcome."
At this time, a figure appeared beside the silver-haired young man. The person was holding a teapot. The tea fell into the cup and made a gurgling sound.
Adrian glanced at the person and thought that he looked familiar.
However, before he could take a closer look, the young King Roland had already smiled and said goodbye to him. He had no choice but to end the call.
"Boss?" Ya Heng called out to him.
Adrian came back to his senses. He frowned but didn't say anything.
"Boss, what are you thinking about?"
"Nothing, maybe I was mistaken." Adrian shook his head, "Send me Grandfather Huo's email. I'll contact them personally."
"Oh, okay …"
On the other hand, after Xu Sili ended the call, he discussed the meeting location with Si Sheng.
"How about going to Area F? I don't know the specific situation of those people, so it's safest to go there. "
Si Sheng naturally had no objections. When he saw the excited smile on Huo Jinyao's face, he asked, "You want to bring them back?"
"Let's see if they're suitable for us."
Xu Sili leaned in his arms and ate the grapes that he fed him, "They should be Elementalists. Many of Roland's legacies have been broken. It would be great if we could invite them back to teach and educate people."
He was puzzled before. Roland's legacies had been broken. Even if new ruins were discovered after the main city leveled up, the legacies would appear in those ruins.
However, just like the legacy of Array Masters, did they have to rely on NPCs to become mentors? However, knowledge and ability needed to be accumulated. For example, Su Lin was only a beginner Array Master apprentice.
When he promoted this kid to be a mentor, he was so scared that he almost cried.
Now, this puzzle was slightly solved.
Perhaps those mentors with special life professions were still wandering outside. When the Roland Empire gradually leveled up, they would probably return to Esnow Star due to various plots.
"Oh, let's not waste any time!"
The more Xu Sili thought about it, the more excited he became. "Let's do it in the afternoon. Near the food street in Region F, there are many suitable places to discuss things there."
He made up his mind and sent a message to Adrian. After receiving a reply, he happily kissed Si Sheng.
Si Sheng looked at him, his eyes gradually darkening.
The two of them had not been intimate for a long time. Looking at the young man's energetic appearance, he could no longer hold back and leaned over to block his lips.
Xu Sili took advantage of the opportunity to fall on the sofa.
The two of them played together until the appointed time. Then, they reluctantly entered the secret room and lay down in the game cabin.
In order to avoid exposing their identities and exposing that they were the behind-the-scenes bosses of the Fox Family, they naturally could not use their previous appearances.
Si Sheng had black hair and black eyes. He wore a black mask and adjusted his age and height to match the real world. He looked more calm and domineering.
Xu Sili still maintained the characteristics of the House of Roland, but changed his hair and fox mask into a pure white mask without any decorations.
The two of them, one in black and one in white, looked quite good together.
Xu Sili looked at each other's new appearances and nodded with satisfaction. Then, he reached out to Si Sheng.
Si Sheng held his hand and led him into the Star Web community.
District F.
This was one of the busiest places on the Star Web. In the universe, the majority of ordinary people had Spiritual Powers of F and E, so these two districts were the most lively.
Walking on the streets, one could see pedestrians walking around with milk tea from the Fox Family. After Si Sheng's "food broadcast" in the last Genius Competition, the Fox Family's reputation had been pushed to new heights.
This time, it was not only milk tea, but also spicy strips and other snacks. After the Genius Competition, the sales had skyrocketed.
Every time Xu Sili saw the profits, it was difficult for him to control his desire to buy. He could only buy some virtual products to comfort himself.
Perhaps the matter of going out to purchase goods could be put on the agenda.
The meeting place was at a teahouse near the food street.
The private room had been reserved long ago. After entering the room and entering the room number and password on the screen, they were teleported to a virtual room.
There was already someone waiting in the room.
Grandfather Huo had been waiting for a long time.
He did not expect such a big surprise when he tried to contact the people from the Star Alliance.
Even when he openly asked to see the new king of Roland, he was not rejected. He felt like he was in a dream.
After receiving the reply, he hurriedly contacted his old friends who were interested in returning to the country. However, until now, only one person had replied to him.
He was old, so he probably left his communication device somewhere or did not receive the notification.
The person who replied to him was preparing to transfer his nationality back to Roland, so he was currently arguing with the Immigration Department. He could not leave for a while, so he could only represent him.
Grandfather Huo was restless in the private room.
He had not been so nervous in a long time. This was probably due to the fear of returning home, as well as …
It was the deep respect and submission to the House of Roland.
Even though he had been wandering outside for many years, he had never forgotten Roland. In fact, the older he got, the clearer the memories of his childhood became.
At that time, Roland was the most powerful country on Eshe. Their monarch was the strongest person. Not only did he have admirable strength, but he also had wisdom and kindness that others could not compare to.
Even now, Grandfather Huo still remembered seeing him from afar during the autumn celebration …
What would the current new emperor be like?
Grandfather Huo recalled Adrian's reply. He could only vaguely imagine a young man in his early 18s. As for the rest, he could not imagine more.
18 years old …
He was younger than his grandson. Although he was already an adult according to Roland's situation, Grandfather Huo was used to interstellar standards. He still felt that 18 years old was too young.
His old friend who had decided to emigrate was now on the agenda. She had even started to book a spaceship. However, Grandfather Huo was very different from her.
He was a little worried that they would cause trouble for others if they went back, or that the Empire did not need them at all …
Grandfather Huo was immersed in his own thoughts. He could not help but sigh. However, he heard a voice behind him.
"Are you Grandfather Huo?"
A clear and gentle male voice made Grandfather Huo have a good impression of him before he even saw him.
When he turned around, he realized that there were two more people in the private room. He instinctively stood up.
The person with black hair and black eyes made him feel suffocated just by feeling his aura. However, his gaze was quickly attracted by the person wearing a white mask.
"I am Huo Zhen. May I ask who you are …?"
In fact, there was no need to ask because one needed to have permission to enter the private room. The identities of the two people were obvious.
Under his gaze, the young man took off his mask and smiled gently at him.
"I am Snow Roland. This is my marshal — Si Sheng."
Xu Sili did not put on any airs in front of an old man who was dedicated to serving his country. He faced him as a junior.
The old man seemed to have used a realistic image. His hair was slightly white, and he looked kind. He had the temperament of a scholar. Xu Sili had a good first impression of him.
Grandfather Huo looked at his face and tears welled up in his eyes. When he realized that he had lost his composure, he wiped his eyes and bowed to Xu Sili.
This was an ancient Roland salute. It was rare that he still remembered it.
When Xu Sili helped him up, he said, "Sorry, you … you look so much like the late emperor …"
Xu Sili did not mind. After sitting down across from him, he asked him to sit and talk.
"The late emperor you are talking about should be Roland XI. He was not my father. If you count, he should be my great-grandfather?"
"My father … he passed away half a year ago. I inherited his will and am now the 15th emperor of Roland."
Grandfather Huo nodded quickly. He looked emotional and a little sad.
In the past hundred years … the throne of Roland had changed so quickly. It was easy to imagine how difficult it had been.
"Your Majesty, I am very grateful that you took time out of your busy schedule to see me. I have been wandering outside for so many years, and I rarely hear news about Roland …"
Grandfather Huo said shamelessly.
"I know very little about the current Roland Empire. Can I trouble Your Majesty to tell me about it?"
Xu Sili naturally did not refuse. He did not avoid the important points and dwell on the trivial points. Instead, he told Grandfather Huo about the difficulties that the Roland Empire was currently facing.
Xu Sili could understand if he chose not to come back because of these difficulties. However, if he came back despite knowing the difficulties, then he would have to respect him.
It was easy to add flowers to embroidery, but difficult to provide timely help.
Old Master Huo took notes of their conversation as he listened to them.
The Roland Empire …
The situation was much more serious than he had imagined!
There was a large-scale beast tide three years ago, which directly led to the death of two, no, three members of the royal family. Countless people and cities were sacrificed as well.
Grandfather Huo was very sad when he heard the story. Even the Star Network warned him to control his emotions. Otherwise, he would be kicked offline. Only then did he manage to control his emotions.
"Your Majesty, thank you for your hard work!"
Grandfather Huo looked at Xu Sili with eyes full of love. This made Xu Sili feel a little uncomfortable. However, seeing that Grandfather Huo was not very stable, he did not say anything to provoke him.
"I am fine. The ones who are really tired are the generals and soldiers guarding the city. They are the foundation of the Empire."
Grandfather Huo nodded repeatedly.
Xu Sili continued, "However, there are too few inheritances in Roland. Even the Sound Elemental School has been completely lost."
"May I ask if you are still an Elementalist?"
"Yes."
Grandfather Huo nodded and said with shame and regret, "It's just that I have neglected it for more than a hundred years. I only regained my three-star power not long ago …"
Three-star?
This old man was actually a three-star Elementalist!
Xu Sili was pleasantly surprised. With this kind of power, he was ranked third in Roland. What was there to be ashamed of?
However, he understood the meaning behind Grandfather Huo's words. He asked again, "What about your original power?"
"Before my realm fell, I was almost a five-star Elementalist. Unfortunately, for some reason, my realm and the Elementalists I know were suppressed to two-star. We only had a breakthrough not long ago …"
Grandfather Huo paused and asked, "By the way, Your Majesty, did anything major happen in Roland recently?"
His old friends had analyzed the situation. The fall in his realm happened at the beginning of the catastrophe on Eshe Star. Could the rise in his realm be related to his homeland?
Something major?
Xu Sili quickly understood what Grandfather Huo wanted to know. He told Grandfather Huo about his upgrade to a Main City and the removal of the level seal.
Grandfather Huo gritted his teeth. He was even burning with anger towards the end.
"It's the seal! Damn the seal! Who is targeting Eshe Star and the Elementalists?! "
Grandfather Huo couldn't wait to find that person immediately when he thought of those seniors who died due to the fall in their realm. He wanted to tear that person into pieces, grind their bones and scatter their ashes before feeding them to the Galactic Beasts!
Seeing how agitated he was, Xu Sili hurriedly comforted him. Of course, he couldn't say that this was the work of the lousy game producers. He could only change the topic. "You should have felt it. I only removed one layer of the seal. That's why you are stuck at three-star.
The only known way to remove the star level limit is to increase the national power of the Roland Empire. "
He looked at the old man and asked seriously, "Grandfather Huo, are you willing to return to Eshe Star and contribute to the development of the Empire?"
This time, Grandfather Huo didn't hesitate anymore.
"It's my duty!"
He answered without hesitation. His voice was full of vigor. He didn't sound like someone who was more than 150 years old at all.
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