Leaning against the headboard, Chen Lin slowly set his phone aside. He had finally reestablished contact with key allies in the Upper District, exchanging updates on their respective safety.
Bronya remained under Cocolia’s house arrest. Thankfully, the Silvermane Guards assigned to monitor her were loyal to Bronya herself, allowing her to discreetly access outside information when needed.
According to Serval, Cocolia had initiated sweeping reforms within the Silvermane Guard, promoting Gepard Landau to a higher rank as the district commander. Portions of the leaderless Guard units were absorbed into Gepard’s command, and he was tasked with conducting internal investigations.
What Gepard truly thought about this was unclear to Serval, but based on her brother’s behavior, she doubted he had any intention of enforcing such measures. Most of the reports he submitted were trivial, involving minor infractions like a soldier pocketing loose parts found on the ground or someone snoring after drinking. At worst, these incidents resulted in verbal warnings.
As for how events would unfold in the Upper District, Serval promised to investigate further.
Having severed ties with Cocolia, Chen Lin no longer felt the need to play nice. His espionage efforts in Belobog had already reached their peak, and multiple disruptive incidents were now queued and ready to unfold.
He glanced at the newly updated [Intel Log], which listed the latest investigation event:
[Unusual Habitable Planet: Jarilo-VI]
Our scientists have discovered that the polar planet known as Jarilo-VI possesses an extraordinary blessing that allows life to flourish within its domain. However, this planet’s conditions are not natural. Following extensive data analysis and evidence collection, it has been determined that Jarilo-VI was once impacted by an object known as a “Stellaron.”
The planet subsequently suffered an invasion by the Antimatter Legion. According to the report submitted by accompanying scientist Chen Lin, the Stellaron is intrinsically tied to the environmental phenomenon known as the Eternal Freeze. Should the Freeze be resolved, Jarilo-VI could become a fully habitable planet.
News of this discovery has caused a sensation back home. After wandering the stars for so long, we may finally have a new home.
Jarilo-VI Integration Support: 31.7%↑
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Encourage Integration Activities (Consumes 7 Energy Credits daily; support increases slowly. Reaching 100% triggers a corresponding event.)
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Not My Problem (No cost; support stagnates. In 70 years, Jarilo-VI becomes a barren world.)
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Plunder Is the Best Choice! (Generates +3 Minerals daily; support decreases slowly. Reaching 0% triggers a corresponding event.)
Chen Lin had consistently chosen to Encourage Integration Activities, sparing no expense on energy credits in his quest to claim the planet.
He even speculated that the widespread protests and unrest in Belobog’s Upper District might have been a direct consequence of his choices in the event chain. Otherwise, how could a supposedly orderly city descend into chaos within a single day?
Surely, it couldn’t be as simple as him casually helping the Upper District and winning over countless hearts in the process… right?
“Phew.” Stretching his arms, Chen Lin felt his mood lift. “Things are looking up!”
As long as his destroyers and corvettes were completed, the Upper District was bound to improve—one way or another.
Perhaps due to his enhanced physique and the mental fortitude cultivated through psionic training, Chen Lin rarely experienced fatigue or hunger.
Jumping out of bed, he strode to the door with renewed vigor. Time to get a closer look at how the people in my future home planet’s Underworld are living.
Descending the stairs, Chen Lin stepped out of the hotel into the chilly evening air. The moment he crossed the threshold, a flash of purple darted into his line of sight.
Stopping short, he realized it was none other than the Underworld’s infamous figure: Seele, a key leader in the Wildfire resistance.
Seele’s presence stood out starkly against the cold, desolate environment. Despite the frigid temperatures, her scant clothing didn’t seem to bother her in the slightest—further proof that her body harbored extraordinary power or an unusual energy source.
Chen Lin raised a hand in greeting, flashing a friendly smile. “Good evening, Seele.”
Seele’s notoriety had piqued the curiosity of passersby, who now watched with interest as she conversed with the unfamiliar, well-dressed young man.
Without hesitation, Seele grabbed Chen Lin’s wrist and pushed up his sleeve, inspecting his arm with a critical eye. “Are you really okay?!”
Her surprise deepened as she noted the absence of any injuries. “Not a single scratch… even the wounds on your back are gone?”
“I’m fine. Small injuries like that heal quickly for me,” Chen Lin said casually, gently pulling his arm free—a precaution he had developed after spending too much time with his more… eccentric companions.
Seele didn’t seem offended. She crossed her arms, her brows furrowed in confusion. “How is that even possible? From my experience, wounds like yours should take at least ten days to heal. You’re saying you’re completely fine already?”
“Not everyone’s physique is the same,” Chen Lin replied nonchalantly. “Back in middle school, I once got into a fight and had my hand chopped clean off. Walked 10 kilometers to the hospital, got it bandaged and reattached, and it was good as new by the next day.”
Seele blinked, momentarily at a loss for words. “You… you’re joking, right?”
“Aliens sure are fascinating…” she muttered, seemingly convinced despite her skepticism.
For someone who had spent her life in the Underworld, far removed from interstellar travelers, Chen Lin’s peculiarities were both baffling and oddly entertaining.
“Are you sure there’s nothing wrong?” she pressed. “If you’re hiding something, I can take you to Natasha. No need to be shy.”
“I’m fine, really.” Chen Lin spread his hands. “I don’t mind doctors—I used to be one myself.”
Satisfied at last, Seele nodded. “Alright. Wait here for a second, and don’t wander off.”
Without waiting for a response, she dashed off into the night.
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