Him and their stars.

Chapter 1648 But the Empire Doesn’t Know

The video stopped directly on the smiling face of Major General Aziza Mallowan.

The warm smile blended into the face full of traces of battle. The ancient artificial eye, which was almost indistinguishable from the real eye, was flashing with a bloody red light, and was extremely murderous.

This is not the Azisha I know! Yu Lian was a little afraid to recognize her for a moment.

The female general who was born as an archaeologist was actually always worried that she would not be able to perform her duties conscientiously. She always seemed a little shy and unnatural towards her superiors and colleagues, more like a scholar who was thinking about how to get sponsorship from her masters.

They are the kind of scholars who are not very famous and whose research fields are not taken very seriously, so every time they ask for sponsorship, they can only bend down and raise their glasses to toast pitifully. What is highlighted is the tragedy that knowledge has to bow to power and money.

That subconscious, flattering smile actually came from this.

In addition, the above evaluation was not made by Yu Lian, but by Yang Xiyi.

But now, when she really thought of herself as a warrior, her whole demeanor became completely relaxed.

Yu Lian even vaguely felt that the five rings that had been blocking this big sister for ten years seemed to be showing signs of breaking through.

...Well, I don't know what filmed this blurry video. And the Ring of Miracles is more than 200 million light years away from here, and even from the eighth star gate, it is nearly light years away. It stands to reason that Yu Lian can't feel anything. But, after all, this is something like mysticism, and intuition is very important.

The telepathy of psychics and the resonance between star rings can transcend space and time. There are countless examples of this in history.

  ...Of course, whether it was Yu Lian's illusion or whether Big Sister Azisha really became a saint, these are not the main points. The main point is, what does she mean by "die together" at the end?

"Did anything happen over at the Ring of Miracles?" Yu Lian murmured.

I don't know when Xiao Hui appeared next to me, but he floated beside me and spread out his hands with a puzzled look on his face.

I'm not asking you. Yu Lian gave Miss Robot Ghost a middle finger in his mind.

Although Yu Lian was talking to himself, his subordinates did not dare not answer. Xiao Bai said, "We just sent a drone to bring a batch of deep space probes over to try to intercept more information. It would be even better if we can intercept the Empire's communications."

Compared with the source-matter waves based on the Enlightener's black technology, gravitational wave communications are naturally easier to crack. However, this so-called "easy" is only easy in theory. As for Yu Lian himself, he really doesn't dare to have too much hope.

"Aren't you afraid of alerting the enemy?" Yu Lian glanced at Xiaobai.

"They are all small drones, so their targets are not big to begin with, and I have added some modifications. Now, in order to maintain confidentiality, all robotic equipment that passes through the star gate are equipped with self-destruct devices to act as insurance. As long as we input the password remotely from time to time, or if we sense an unrecognizable ship approaching, they will enter the self-destruct program." There was a hint of obvious complacency in Xiaobai's eyes.

Well, it was definitely the work of this kid. This innocent-looking kid actually had a wild heart. He was good at setting traps, and of course, he was also good at breaking such traps.

"...If you were born in your great-grandfather's generation, you could have become an interstellar thief, robbing the treasury of the galaxy and wandering around the world for decades."

Xiao Bai didn't know for a moment whether Yu Lian was praising him or insulting him. However, out of respect for the leader, he thought it was the former, so he smiled shyly, with a flash of embarrassment on his face.

When she blushed, she looked more like a minor. Even Yu Lian was so ashamed that he felt guilty for treating middle school students like slaves.

So, having a baby face is really an advantage.

Yu Lian gave Luo Zeshi another look. The latter helplessly spread his hands and said, "I have already spoken with the National and Commissioner's Offices in the past two days. They are increasing their collection of war reports from the New World. However, it will take some time..."

As expected, we can't expect these good-for-nothings to really produce any results. Yu Lian snorted coldly.

Rozes added, "However, there is a piece of intelligence saying that the Galactic Empire has sent two Chateauroux-class work ships to the New World. This is new intelligence that was sent in at 10 o'clock this morning, and it is being confirmed at the front. I personally think that this kind of capital ship cannot be hidden after passing through the Gate of Glory. It should not be false intelligence."

This is somewhat interesting.

Shakhto is the god of craftsmen in the classical mythology of the Tirrero people.

We all know that the Empire hopes to use the various gods in classical mythology as the names of the main ships - strictly speaking, the main god class of the community is also the same. From this perspective, the Empire's impression of the earthlings is actually in all aspects.

However, the God of Craftsmen was the only exception. This was because around 800 years ago, Emperor Ilesel ordered the Imperial Guard to build four super-large repair ships in imitation of the plunderer's work motherships.

It was called a maintenance room, but its size and cost were completely comparable to those of a Titan. Since it was built by the Empire, it could not be a copy, but had to be upgraded in a gorgeous, comprehensive, and stunning way.

Therefore, the Artisan-class battleship is not only a mobile arsenal, but also a mobile giant industrial zone, with mining and energy storage functions, and can even build ships while crossing the universe. In fact, in another timeline, the special dock ship that the Empire cooperated with the Clear Sky-class cruiser group to kill people across the galaxy was a scaled-down replica of this giant work ship.

If the Iron Army's robot maintenance ship is the elite priest on the fleet battlefield, then the "Craftsman God" class maintenance ship is definitely a messenger of light upgraded to level 10.

And we also know that in this era, if a factory can manufacture warships, it can certainly produce everything. Of course, this also includes the necessary consumables for repairing warships, space stations, and even large space cities.

However, even when the war had gotten to this point, the Galactic Empire did not dispatch such god-level craftsmen to the front line. This was naturally out of arrogance, but it did show that the Empire still had spare capacity.

But now, they have sent two ships to the New World, which is bound to make people think a lot!

Big sister Azisha said that she wanted to die with the Imperial Army and be buried with the huge Ring of Miracles. So, is this possible? The comrades of the Ring of Miracles have really made some big news recently, and the Empire has indeed been greatly shocked, so they can only send out the God-level craftsmen.

Is this to repair the Miracle Ring? Or is it just in case?

...This, maybe I am overthinking it a bit? Yu Lian said in his voice.

"Who knows? I'm a robot and I don't understand the military tactics of you carbon-based creatures. Of course, it's better to use your imagination than nothing. This is basic logic." Miss Ghost, the robot hanging next to me, put on an understanding look.

"The Ring of Miracles may really have a problem. And those huge Craftsmen Gods are actually rushing over for repairs?" Ross calculated.

Come on, what level are you? You have the same circuit of thought as me? Yu Lianheng glanced at his adjutant.

"...Indeed, we cannot rule out this possibility." Xiaobai agreed very much.

"Of course, we also cannot rule out the possibility that they are going to build the Unity Fortress," Ross said again.

No one was sure whether this guy was joking, but many of the staff members on the scene laughed out loud.

But no matter what, before getting accurate information, everything is just speculation. "I will urge the intelligence department to strengthen their work." Ross said.

"This should be a military secret. Tell the young people in the office to be safe and don't force them. They still have a future!" Yu Lian once again patiently advised like a nagging old father. He still couldn't accept letting these promising overseas students become spies.

"What I am talking about is letting the National Committee and the Commission take charge. They are the professionals and should step up their efforts."

"Oh, tell them to hurry up! Reiterate to them once again that I will host a fish banquet in Xinshuntian on February 2th! I hope the seniors in the intelligence department will take care of themselves."

Eat fish? Rozes glanced at his superior in confusion, then nodded his head in obedience with an expression that showed he was eager to see the fun.

Later, Xiao Bai also reported: "I will also increase the monitoring efforts. The news from the Lone Ranger is always transmitted regularly. Recently, we have also received gravitational wave communications from the Empire. Maybe we can decipher it."

“Can it be done?” Yu Lian’s eyes lit up and his imagination ran wild.

"It would be great if there was a code list for the Imperial military communication channel." Bai Ziya pondered.

“Yeah, if I had ten Titan ships, I would have burned down the Sky Realm by now.” Yu Lian said unhappily.

Xiao Bai laughed dryly and scratched his cheeks. "Actually, I think if it were you, a Titan would be enough to burn down the Sky Realm."

"Wow, young man, I haven't seen you for a while. Your emotional intelligence has really improved!" Yu Lian reached out and patted the other person's head: "Don't avoid the important issues, let's get down to business!"

Xiao Bai said quickly, "Then, can we ask for support from the Human Union Headquarters? I've thought about it. We can open up a dedicated artificial pool in Penglai. The protozoa living there must be more comfortable than living in the last ecological fish tank. The biological neural network they form has a stronger computing power than all current AIs, and they are the best research assistants. Professor Zinov's star gate research needs their help, and if we want to crack the Empire's communications, we may also be able to use their power."

"Approved! You should have communicated this matter with Liuli and Shi AA long ago. Do you still need to wait for my approval? Do I have to make the decision on the sentence of twenty military sticks in the future? Comrade Xiaobai, take the initiative, take the initiative!" Yu Lian patted his head again.

As the second master of skills, this kid has good talents and values, but he is too thoughtful, which may be a common problem for children from noble families. In this respect, he is not as open-minded as Eisen, the first master of skills.

Xiaobai buried his head in shame.

He used to think that the human alliance and the parasites were all the Captain's personal assets, and he certainly couldn't make his own decisions. Now it seems that he was judging others by his own standards.

After arranging the work, all he could do was wait. Yu Lian still had some time left to inspect New Shenzhou, so he could stay in Tianshu for a while longer.

Of course, in order to make his actions more natural, New Shenzhou arranged for Yu Lian to visit the mining site of Tianshu-4 the next day. Before the star revived, it was a lava planet that produced a small amount of fuel. After Leviathan merged with the sun, the lava solidified into a reddish-brown earth, which squeezed out a large number of mineral veins, including three large zero-element wells.

To be honest, Yu Lian's original plan was to come here for an investigation and take a look at whether the zero element output here can form the origin of important materials for standard psychic weapons.

Of course, there was still some rest time before setting off. So, in the dead of night when no one was around and it was too late to sleep, Yu Lian still did not forget to ask the almighty Xiao Hui for advice.

"So, is there something wrong with the Miracle Ring?"

"I remember I have already answered you. My real body has been by your side since you came to Far Shore. I don't know more about the situation in the New World than you do." Xiao Hui spread his hands.

Yu Lian bowed 90 degrees without hesitation: "The omnipotent Gray Sister, the all-knowing, all-mighty, and all-benevolent Cyber ​​Goddess, the ancestor of all machines, the fairy queen of electronic intelligence, please give me some advice! My comrade said that she planned to bury the Miracle Ring with her. Where did this come from?"

"Hey, young man Yu Lian, you said he has high emotional intelligence, but it's obviously you who have the real high emotional intelligence. However, even though you asked me so sincerely, I really don't know where to start."

She raised her eyebrows in a very humane way and said in a thoughtful tone: "Brother Yu Lian, you have to know that the thing you call the Miracle Ring is not in the same system as me. It is a serious intelligent civilization guiding AI, belonging to the Department of Space Business Development. He is a paradise city, belonging to the Department of Culture and Tourism."

"Paradise City? Ministry of Culture and Tourism? What a down-to-earth setting." Yu Lian sighed.

"Different paths lead to the same destination. We are all carbon-based creatures, so who is nobler than who?" Xiao Hui continued to spread his hands and said seriously: "Besides, you know, I am now in the Milky Way, out of the range of the source wave terminal. Even my clone left in the New World is difficult to control directly. I hope those children can act according to the established method."

The clones left in the New World really bothered Yu Lian. Of course, he thought that the other party would not answer if he asked, so he just endured it.

"You don't have to ask. I won't answer even if you ask."

So I didn't ask.

"This is not a forbidden matter. It's just a little surprise at most." Xiao Hui put his finger on his lips: "You know. The charm of a good woman needs the spice of mystery."

  It's not a prohibited matter? Well, what if I care more about it?

Yu Lian took a deep breath and asked, "...But when you were dormant in the New World, weren't you using the psychic network to control your avatar in the Milky Way?" Oh, the almighty Grey Goddess, you can actually use nano clones to travel through the virtual world, right? "

"I can't." Xiao Hui shook his head seriously and said, "If I could, would I have stood by and watched you act like a wooden root last time?"

"can not you do it?"

"Of course I won't. Brother Yu Lian, since you call yourself a revolutionary, you must have faith in human nature! As your sister, I will at least give you some tactical advice."

Although Xiao Hui was not a human, Yu Lian still felt that what he said made sense, so he nodded and apologized: "I am a dark person."

Xiao Hui smiled and said, "I can only use the forbidden method, the forbidden principle, the forbidden energy, and simulate psychic energy to allow information to pass through the virtual world."

"I'm sorry, I'm not very precise. But you haven't answered me yet! My almighty silicon queen, are you still unwilling to satisfy my ignorant curiosity?"

"Oh my, there's really nothing I can do to you. Well, since you insist, I'll tell you what I know." Xiao Hui said, "We are two systems. Even I can't get all the management rights of the Miracle Ring. However, due to some concepts of prohibited matters, I can indeed vaguely feel some changes in the Miracle Ring."

Yu Lian began to stand up straight tactically.

"He did have some minor mishaps. But, brother Yu Lian, the Ring of Miracles is a paradise city built for forbidden purposes, and it does not have any automatic destruction program. Although most of my creators are serious people with distorted values, based on the knowledge I have, the probability that your comrades can destroy him is less than one in a trillion."

After thinking for half a minute in silence, Yu Lian smiled with relief: "I understand."

"You understand now? What's the meaning of your relieved reaction? I'm very dissatisfied with you, sister."

"As you said, my comrades cannot destroy the Ring of Miracles. However, the empire master on the other side does not know this!"