The Last Commander of the Red Alert

At Borderlink Star, the excitement of the communication station's master was palpable. It wouldn't be long before he would ascend to the pinnacle of his life.

After all, discovering an uncharted planet was a merit of immense value. Such a feat was exceedingly rare, even within the entire Feathered Warbler Empire.

With the empire's countless years of development, most planets within its domain had been discovered. Often, decades or even centuries might pass without the finding of a new primitive planet.

This scarcity had driven the rewards for such discoveries increasingly higher, so much so that even he, the station master, found his heart stirred.

"Master, we've detected a warship about one light-year from the planet. It appears to be the return of the Adventure Group," one of his confidants reported.

With a grand sweep of his arm, the station master commanded, "Greet them with the highest honors!"

Although he wasn't the controller of this planet, his authority as the station master was significant, perhaps ranking in the top five. He certainly had the permissions necessary for such a high-scale reception.

However, his actions quickly reached the ears of other power wielders, who knew all too well that Duan Jian, the station master of Borderlink Star, was a scoundrel who wouldn't act unless profit was involved. Suddenly organizing a reception of the highest order clearly indicated something unusual was afoot.

In no time, spies from various forces were dispatched to gather information. Unfortunately for them, Duan Jian kept his cards exceptionally close to his chest, leaving them to grasp at straws, unable to interfere with the activation of the guiding device, a matter within his sole discretion.

Meanwhile, aboard the Adventure Group's warship, most had turned into Red Alert soldiers. The original members of the Adventure Group had been left behind to mine in the primitive forests, as the Red Alert Base's mining system had always been in existence.

"Strange, they seem to be welcoming us. If they knew we were here to take over their planet, I wonder if they would still be so enthusiastic," Li Shaolong remarked with a smile.n/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om

Alice, focusing intently on scanning the planet below, did not respond. After a short while, she began to report: "The most powerful force on Borderlink Star is a Small Galaxy Ninth-level Peak powerhouse, capable of breaking through to the first order of a Large Galaxy at any moment. There are a total of 680,000 individuals surpassing the first-order strength of a Large Galaxy..."

Utilizing pre-launched Spy Satellites made assessing the planet's strength a straightforward task for Alice.

"The planet looks promising, but it will soon belong to the Red Alert Empire. I'll handle their top powerhouse. Recent battles haven't been particularly satisfying. Only a powerhouse presents a worthy challenge. Proceed as planned," Li Shaolong instructed.

"Understood!"

The warship began its descent to the designated area. On the ground, many individuals held banners of various sorts, and a group of women dressed in cheerleader-like outfits held bouquets, eagerly presenting flowers to those disembarking from the warship.

Setting other considerations aside, these gestures alone would have certainly charmed others.

Significantly, each bouquet also included a way to contact these women.

Li Shaolong saw through their intentions immediately, a hint of admiration in his heart. Such tactics indeed captured hearts.

However, they likely hadn't realized that Red Alert soldiers wouldn't fall for such tricks. The idea of using sugar-coated shells to corrode them was laughable!

Of course, Li Shaolong wouldn't voice this outright.

Dressed formally, Duan Jian was preparing to warmly greet the Adventure Group's leader, intending to curry favor since they would undoubtedly claim the largest share of the rewards. However, upon approaching, he found himself faced with a young man even more handsome than himself. Who was this?

"Where is the Adventure Group's leader?" Duan Jian inquired, scrutinizing Li Shaolong. He was certain that this man was not the leader he remembered.

A jolt of surprise struck him. Could it be that the leader of Adventure Group had their prize taken midway by someone else?

He glanced again at the Warship. Indeed, it was unmistakably the one reserved for the Adventure Group leader.

Li Shaolong smiled, explaining, “Our leader encountered an unexpected incident on the way. I'm temporarily in charge of Adventure Group. If the station master doesn't believe me, you can ask them.”

With these words, Li Shaolong gestured towards several Adventure Group members behind him, who were under Psychic control.

Harboring suspicions, Duan Jian sent someone to inquire and, just as this new leader had stated, his subordinates confirmed that everything said was true. They had their methods of discerning the truth.

“So, you are the new leader. How should I address you?”

“Li Shaolong.”

Duan Jian didn't dwell on it. Regardless of who the leader was, the credit that was due to him wouldn't escape. That was an internal matter for Adventure Group and none of his concern.

His thoughts mirrored Alice's initial analysis perfectly!

Alice's plan was to impersonate members of the prominent Adventure Group, infiltrate Borderlink Star, and penetrate directly into their ranks, making it much easier to take control of the Planet.

At the time, Li Shaolong had some objections, feeling it somewhat risky.

However, Alice presented various proofs, and Li Shaolong was convinced. Indeed, just as Alice had analyzed, the other party didn't care who the Adventure Group leader was; they were only interested in the credit.

Unlike the situation with Rota Empire, the Feathered Warbler Empire seemed not to have faced any disasters. Borderlink Star was very peaceful, which puzzled Li Shaolong. Was it possible that such calamities existed only in the Rota Empire?

That day, Li Shaolong and other high-ranking members of the Adventure Group received a grand reception from Duan Jian. By then, the truth could no longer be concealed, and news quickly spread.

The Controller of Borderlink Star came running, wanting to meet this leader. They knew only the leader would be privy to the coordinates of that primitive Planet; ordinary members couldn't possibly know them.

Even if those members had seen the primitive Planet, without the coordinates, all was futile.

What mattered to them were these coordinates!

At this moment, a group of Borderlink Star's bigwigs sat together, facing Li Shaolong.

“Commander Li, if you're willing to provide the coordinates of the primitive Planet, we can offer you a reward that will surely satisfy you,” the Controller of Borderlink Star said, a trace of arrogance in his gaze.

“Yes, Commander Li, I know the Empire’s rewards are generous, but can you be sure you can keep these rewards after receiving them? It's better to give them to Controller Sir, that’s the wisest choice!” one of the power brokers persuaded.

And it wasn't just him; several others around him shared the sentiment, suggesting handing over the coordinates to the Controller, implying that Li Shaolong would then get his fair share.

Seated in a corner, Duan Jian remained silent. His mission was already complete. As long as the Empire knew he initiated the beacon device to welcome Adventure Group back and hosted a grand reception, he would receive his due credit.

As for who would acquire this primitive Planet, it was none of his concern.

The people around him were all talk, painting flowery scenarios, as if by not revealing the coordinates, Li Shaolong would be betraying humanity.

“Heh!”

Li Shaolong chuckled lightly, a touch of mockery in his eyes as he gazed at the people before him.

“Are you... worthy?” (To be continued)

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