2004, Count Dooku.
A Neimoidiya 'Sheathed Pod' -class shuttle that had obviously been modified landed smoothly. Two pairs of insect-like landing gears protruded from the belly of the shuttle, supporting the somewhat plump body of the shuttle as it docked on the apron of the Yu City Palace.
The door of the shuttle opened, and a tall and straight figure appeared at the door. He did not stay for long and directly walked out. He looked at Tang Yu and the others who had been waiting for a long time, and a gentle smile appeared at the corner of his gray-bearded mouth. He stepped forward and said, "Your Excellency Tang Yu, I've been longing to visit the beautiful Guardian Planet for a long time, but unfortunately, I've been busy with work, so I only came today. However, the sapphire-like beauty of the Guardian Planet has indeed intoxicated me. This trip has not been in vain. "
The newcomer was Count Serenno, a former Jedi Master, one of the strongest Force users in the Milky Way Galaxy. He had provoked the Separatist movement throughout the Milky Way Galaxy, and with his charisma and talent, he had persuaded thousands of planets to leave the Galactic Republic for independence — Count Dooku!
Seeing this dignified old man in a black cloak speak to him in such a polite tone, Tang Yu did not show any gratitude. Instead, he snorted coldly and said, "I wonder if Count Dooku, traitor of the Republic, leader of the Separatist movement, has come to our Guardian Planet to die?"
Count Dooku smiled politely, not feeling offended at all. He continued to walk forward and said, "I really didn't know that Your Excellency Tang Yu was so … loyal to the Galactic Republic. But it doesn't matter. This time, my whereabouts are absolutely confidential. No one will know that I'm here. "
"Then I'm sure you've prepared an excuse so that I won't arrest you immediately and send you to Coruscant to claim credit, right?" As soon as Tang Yu finished speaking, more than ten Blood Red Knights in red mechanical exoskeletons immediately walked forward, the ion rifles in their hands steadily aimed at Dooku.
Dooku did not admire these majestic soldiers. He only observed them with interest and praised, "Hehehehe, they're perfect soldiers! Strong bodies, strong wills, and well-equipped! If it were those useless Marines from the Republic's Judicial Fleet, one of these soldiers could take on 20 of them! May I have the honor of knowing the name of this unit? "
An almost imperceptible smile appeared on Tang Yu's face as he faintly said, "Blood Red Knights."
An excited smile appeared on Count Dooku's face as he exclaimed, "The Blood Red Knights! Compared to the soldiers who use camouflage to conceal themselves, this group of knights fearlessly announces their existence on the battlefield and the death of their enemies … "" That's right.
As he spoke, he raised his head and opened his arms as if he was enjoying a fine wine. "I can almost see my hometown, Sereno's distant history. The beautiful scene of warriors from different countries brandishing their swords and killing each other is like a beautiful scene in the distant history of Sereno. This is an army with a deep tradition and heritage, just like this beautiful planet. "
Tang Yu smiled faintly. In fact, the Guardian Empire did not have any historical heritage, but in a sense, it was true that they did. This was because the design of the mechanical exoskeletons of the Blood Red Knights was based on the magical armors and emblems of the Dragon Era world, as well as the armors of the Dark Spirits. They even used some of the armors of the Burning Legion, which had invaded the Guardian Space Fortress during the Promotion Battle of the Gold Group.
And these magical designs from the Middle Ages naturally became a very deep historical heritage in this era. This inadvertently gave Count Dooku a very good impression.
However, Tang Yu was not willing to give up. He said coldly, "So, are you planning to turn yourself in? Count Dooku. "
"Hehehehe … I think it's better for us to be more direct, Your Excellency Tang Yu." After saying that, Dooku waved his hand lightly, and the weapons in the hands of the dozen or so Blood Red Knights immediately flew out of their hands and fell directly from the tarmac. These soldiers reacted extremely quickly. The moment they lost their weapons, they immediately shook their hands and ejected alloy blades from their wristguards, ready to fight at any time.
"Very well, then how do you plan to be more direct?" Tang Yu asked in return.
"For example, how about treating me to a cup of Guardian Planet's specialty beverage?" Dooku spread his hands, indicating that he was not hostile.
…
Count Dooku elegantly picked up the teacup and gently took a sip of the top-grade black tea inside. He let out a long breath and praised, "I have to admit that this beverage, which is filled with the smell of nature, is one of the most delicious beverages I've ever had."
Ding! He put down the teacup and looked at Tang Yu, who was sitting at the other end of the table. He smiled and said, "I'd really like to ask you, how did Guardian Planet manage to perfectly combine a highly developed industrial civilization with nature?"
All they needed to do was create space-time turbulence, tear apart the timeline, and then recreate a world. Tang Yu replied in his heart, but he said, "About 1,500 years ago, there was a global war on our planet, almost destroying our entire civilization. The remaining survivors developed and rebuilt their civilization on this continent. And outside this continent, nature is also constantly repairing the damage caused by the war. "
This was the excuse he had prepared long ago to explain why Guardian Planet was so empty and had such a concentrated population.
"It's about time. Let's eat here." Tang Yu waved his hand, and the maids filed in, filling the table with all kinds of delicacies.
Count Dooku did not stand on ceremony. He first washed his hands in the spring water brought by the maid, then wiped them clean with a silk towel. He picked up his knife and fork and looked at the delicious dishes on the table. However, he did not immediately start eating. Instead, he looked up at Tang Yu and said with a faint smile, "Looks like this table of food has been prepared for a long time. Your Excellency Tang Yu, your wonderful acting skills almost fooled me just now. I'm sure you already know the purpose of my trip, right? "
Tang Yu smiled and did not answer. He only made a gesture of invitation. Dooku chose a dish, and the maidservant beside him immediately served him a bowl of fragrant soup. After taking a sip, Dooku was full of praise. "Hmm, this dish is really delicious!" With that, he drank the bowl of soup in one swift and elegant movement.
"This dish is called stewed chicken with mushrooms …" Tang Yu suppressed the laughter in his heart and introduced it to Count Dooku.
Although the dinner was sumptuous, neither of them ate too much, except for the big pot of stewed chicken with mushrooms, which Dooku finished. When the maid started to clear the table, Tang Yu and Count Dooku finally got down to business.
"I have to say, Guardian Planet has left a deep impression on me. Your Excellency Tang Yu, this trip was not in vain. Even if I become a prisoner, it's worth it. Alright, you can arrest me now, "Count Dooku said, crossing his arms in front of Tang Yu.
"If I arrest you and send you to Coruscant, what should I get in return?" Tang Yu did not make a move. Instead, he stared into Count Dooku's eyes and asked with a smile.
"Oh, I think President Palpatine will be very happy. There's a high chance that he will give you a generous reward, about two or three hundred million credits. He will also give your planet a seat in the council. Considering the current situation of your planet, he should be able to give you a few old battleships. "Count Dooku deliberately thought for a moment before answering.
Tang Yu looked at the ceiling and thought for a while, as if calculating the benefits of doing this. Then, he suddenly lowered his head and looked into Dooku's eyes. "What if I don't send you to Coruscant, but ask for a ransom?"
Dooku did not say anything. The old man and the young man just looked at each other, a mysterious smile on the corner of their lips.
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