Free Web NovelChapter 911: Chapter 779: Rookies Set Sail
In response to the sudden event on Celestial Handle Star, the Anomalous Management Division had to continue shrinking the defense scope to safeguard certain key areas. freewёbnoνel.com
They couldn’t just let an unheard-of team casually drive the Anomalous Management Division out of the Celestial Hook Star Realm—everyone needs some dignity, right?
When they retreated to the point where considerations of "dignity" came into play, others would only think about retreating even further.
Not to mention the military response, even the helping Supreme individuals greatly reduced, with near-zero support from societal Supremes except for the Divine Text Association.
The support from the Planet Government hadn’t decreased much, but specifically for Executors, the strength decreased significantly.
They all just aim to earn some hard money, why risk their lives?
Among the various Planet Governments, Celestial Sharp had the greatest resentment, once again applying for the cessation of the blockade.
They had ample reason—the ones who robbed the Customs Enforcement Warship a few days ago were very likely Ran Bingluan’s team.
Since they most likely have already left, why continue to block Celestial Sharp...what kind of grudge is this?
The Customs Enforcement Division supported this speculation, given the embarrassment of losing so much face, they had to emphasize the strength of their opponent to justify it.
As for the possibility that only part of the team boarded the starship, while others remained on Celestial Sharp...that’s just unreasonable.
It’s a team composed of Awakened individuals, if one can board, so can a group.
Moreover, such company-level warships are basically impossible for one person to pilot, let alone the fact that they counterattacked.
Even if some ordinary members stayed on Celestial Sharp, tracking them wouldn’t have significant meaning.
The gap between ordinary people and Awakened is nothing short of a chasm, they are basically just errand runners.
Initially, the Anomalous Management Division didn’t want to agree and resisted for a period.
As the military warship returned and losses were known by higher-ups, calls for reopening grew louder.
Finally, on the twenty-fifth day after Qu Jianlei piloted a warship out of Celestial Sharp, Celestial Sharp Star, which had been halted for a month, finally opened for full transit.
Once this channel opened, it couldn’t be stopped, with flights in and out instantly skyrocketing—a true rebound in travel.
Seeing this, Bentley and the others waited for two days, then contacted a private starship.
Upon departure, the inspections were still quite stringent, with some even boarding the private starship for questioning.
Supposedly, these inspectors already knew Ran Bingluan’s team was not to be trifled with, wouldn’t make too much of a fuss.
However, most believed the team had departed, thus inspections could indeed be stricter.
Planetary strict checks on smuggling were nearing completion, but the closer it got to the end, the more it became a last chance to make extra money.
If this opportunity was missed, who knows when they’d be able to rake in money without scruples again.
Though the private starship had A-level security, the inspectors were eager to make money, stubbornly persisted.
They insisted firmly, saying the bandits they sought were extremely vicious, having killed several Supremes, thus stringent checks were necessary.
The A-level security almost laughed: A team that could kill Supremes, you’d be lucky not to wet yourselves, yet you dare inspect?
He understood what they were thinking, wanting to make money wasn’t disgraceful, but doing it on a private starship wasn’t appropriate here.
The A-level security indeed blocked them, but the inspectors were firm about the checks.
Considering the severity of the incidents on Celestial Sharp Star, unseen for decades, it was difficult for him to forcibly obstruct.
He had the duty to ensure VIPs weren’t disturbed, but confronted with such unprecedented matters, it was indeed hard to handle.
At this moment, Xiang Xue intervened, releasing an A-level pressure, "Get out!"
The inspectors were instantly frozen in place, and just then, Bentler also approached with A-level pressure.
Impatiently, he looked at the A-level security, "What are you doing? We’re stuck here for a month, hurry and make contact to set sail!"
The inspectors were stunned, wanting to make money, but had to consider the consequences of confronting three A-levels.
Still, as mentioned, there were only three Supremes on Celestial Sharp Star now, who rarely mobilized.
The pressure three A-levels could bring, needless to say.
However, there was still a tougher person, another A-level stepped forward, impatiently shouting, "Do you want to die?"
There was no way to cope, the few inspectors meekly left, causing no further trouble thereafter.
As the starship departed, Claire couldn’t help but speak, "They actually didn’t continue to find fault?"
Her tone indicated surprise, yet seemed slightly regretful?
Bentley answered with a smile, "These people wanted to make quick money from this opportunity, but after hitting the wall, they wouldn’t mess around again—numerous targets out there."
Clearly understood, the A-level who just spoke couldn’t resist asking, "What line of work do you all do?"
He noticed the team’s excellence, not only were they all Awakened, but among five there were two A-levels.
However, the four women ignored him, only Bentley replied absent-mindedly with a few words.
Unclear if he wanted to chat or recruit, seeing the aloofness from the opposite side, he could only reluctantly dismiss the idea.
Following that, the five finally arrived safely on the Transfer Star.
In Flower Scorpion’s nature, she was eager to find the boss immediately, but Bentley suggested they wait a while.
The old Bentley, a true veteran, could control his desires and actions.
Five people stayed on Blue Elf Star for about ten days.
Fortunately, even though the Anomalous Management Division is quite aggressive, it didn’t stand out too much on the Transfer Star.
Here, mixed with various forces, many major powers are involved, and what’s crucial is its deep influence on the entire Star Realm’s economy.
If they truly dared to disrupt the order here, the Star Domain Government wouldn’t agree.
Now that the Anomalous Management Division has fully withdrawn, the inspections here are even more relaxed. Over more than ten days, no one has checked on them.
Ultimately, the five of them still arrived at the Star Port and boarded the dilapidated Starship 8384.
They were unaware of Little Lake’s existence, but they had roughly learned some basic knowledge about starship operation.
The most critical aspect is, the boss had once told them, the intelligent level of this merchant ship is very high; it can be left to autopilot.
Seeing this group leave, the guards at the Star Port were a bit puzzled, "Isn’t the number of people a bit off?"
But this kind of doubt, it’s enough to keep in mind, after all, they are the renowned Rhodiola rosea team; who dares to risk their life gossiping?
After 8384 ascended, it flew directly towards the Asteroid Belt; their task was to retrieve Qu Jianlei there.
However, shortly after entering the Asteroid Belt, a standard warship and an armed merchant ship approached.
Regarding this situation, everyone had been educated by Qu Jianlei; Bentley issued commands without hesitation.
"Claire, warning shots!"
In fact, Little Lake could hear his words, but it’s merely a facet, and he doesn’t have the authority to command it.
Claire, when she first boarded the starship, was particularly interested in the powerful weapon systems and spent some time studying them.
Therefore, Qu Jianlei specifically granted her permission, responsible for firing various weapons—essentially instructing Little Lake to accept corresponding directives.
Flower Scorpion also primarily focused on the weapon systems, but she oversaw storage, ammo supply, damage control, and other logistics parts.
As an experienced Hunter, she understood better the importance of ensuring the weapon systems’ normal use in battles.
In contrast, Claire’s combat experience was relatively limited and she didn’t personally feel it; she may not be suitable for such a role.
After the warning shots, the two border ships across became furious.
On that warship, there were military logos, "Are they seeking death? Pull out those warning shots!" ƒгeeweɓn૦vel.com
Fortunately, the other armed merchant ship recognized their identity, "Wait, that’s the merchant ship daring to attack the Customs Enforcement Warship."
The military warship was stunned upon hearing, they hadn’t had much interaction with the local dynamics, but had heard about such significant events.
"The one that had a Supreme on board, and even killed a Supreme on a merchant ship?"
"Yes, yes, that’s the ship; its exterior is very distinctive... Yes, the ship number indeed is 8384."
The military warship remained somewhat frustrated, "Are they blind? Didn’t see the logo, or can’t see the military flag?"
"Just warning shots," the military isn’t all dim-witted; there are knowing ones inside.
"This area has gotten accustomed to a lack of order; previously there were incidents where starships impersonated warships."
Then some refuted, "What era was that anyway? Now even Star Thieves have been driven away."
Claiming Star Thieves were driven away was pure nonsense; Qu Jianlei would be the first to disagree.
But some are more adept at analyzing, "This place has just experienced combat, plus there are bandits targeting the Anomalous Management Division; it’s unwise to make more enemies."
Is it just making enemies? They are extraordinarily powerful enemies.
There was news suggesting: The Rhodiola rosea team not only possesses combat-powerful Supremes, but also their Star Wars prowess is exceedingly high.
However, speaking like this now somewhat boosts others’ morale; the military, being more of a war machine, is less willing to acknowledge this point.
The military warship finally made a decision, "Flashing warning lights, order them to stop the ship and undergo inspection."
When the lights were flashed, it was right up Xiao Qin’s alley, "How should we respond?"
"Let them buzz off!" Xiang Xue declared without hesitation, "Who knows who they are!"
The warship, upon seeing such a response, almost exploded with anger, "This is too arrogant, isn’t it? Pull out those warning shots!"
"Let’s communicate first," someone suggested reasonably, "those guys on the other side, they really dare to do it."
It’s one thing to dare to act, the key is... we likely can’t defeat them!
So the military connected to the public channel.
"We are the garrison from Celestial Blade Star, ordered by the Military Region to inspect passing starships, and now command your ship to stop immediately, otherwise bear the consequences!"
"Is it not over yet?" Bentley snorted coldly, directly projecting the military’s pass, "Do you recognize this?"
The military warship remained silent, but discussion ensued internally, "Whoa, did they really give these guys a pass?"
This issue was rumored in the alleys, but no one openly discussed it, considering it was classified.
Without further reaction, Bentley instead spoke up again, "What’s exactly happened?"
"If you deceive us, bear the consequences!"
His temper isn’t great, returning the phrase "bear the consequences" word for word.
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