Him and their stars.

Chapter 1650 Will there be more and more people like this?

Yu Lian actually always felt that Mr. Yang was more like a scholar in many cases. So, although he was a pragmatic sorcerer, he insisted on giving himself a natural procedural justice background, and the whole person became more and more hypocritical.

However, to be honest, when discussing business, he was still very military. After a brief exchange of insults, he got straight to the point.

"On January 1, we had a conversation with the Lone Ranger when we passed the Jin Ou system. Lieutenant Piri told me that there might be a chance of light at the end of the tunnel if we move toward the Dawn Avenue-20 system," Yang Xiyi explained.

At this time, although it would take some time for Yang's fleet to reach the gravitational range of the star gate, the communication delay between the two sides was almost imperceptible.

The so-called Dawn Avenue refers to the main waterway between the Dawn Nebulas, connecting the Ring of Miracles, the Yaochi controlled by the Community, Dawn and Onotia, all the galaxies previously colonized by the Empire, and finally to the Unity Fortress.

According to the plan made during the meeting, each star system on this route will have a high-power gravitational wave relay beacon, supply station and garrison patrol post. However, this is of course just the expectation before the war breaks out.

As for the DL361 galaxy where the eighth star gate is located, there are actually four more jumps to go, and the physical distance is more than 30 light years. However, the gravitational wave beacons of the earthlings have already been arranged here.

If they are lucky, Yang's fleet should be able to receive the latest signal and move towards the star gate step by step.

Of course, if you are unlucky, you will naturally come up empty-handed, but at least the existence of the Star Gate will not be exposed.

Yu Lian exclaimed: "He is so cautious. He is so young, yet so mature. It is obvious that he can be entrusted with important matters."

Yang Xiyi agreed: "Most moon people don't have much practical value, but every year there are always a few who come out to save everyone's reputation."

If someone else said this, it would sound a bit sour, but Yang Xiyi himself is a moon man, so it has a sense of self-revolution.

However, the Lone Ranger did not return with the Yang Fleet, which was not beyond Yu Lian's expectations. In addition to contacting the Yang Fleet, their mission was to conduct reconnaissance behind enemy lines.

Now that the first step has been successfully completed, there is no reason to forget the second step.

"Compared to that, you, the brainy type, are starting to take the route of a fierce general! I vaguely remember that the Jinou galaxy was named this way because there was a giant natural cave on its third planet. When the wind blew through it, it made a chanting sound. Later, the Imperial Exploration Team discovered a huge gold vein deep in the cave. It's obvious that the galaxy should be heavily guarded, right?"

"Not only are there heavy troops deployed, but even fortresses and mining bases have been built. Because of the gold mines, that galaxy has become the property of the imperial family. I heard that there are more than 20,000 tons of gold piled up on that planet. More than 20,000 tons!"

  Yes! More than 20,000 tons! And it has only been mined for less than half a year. You can imagine how amazing the gold reserves of that planet are. Yu Lian suddenly felt that he began to feel relaxed and happy. How could there not be people who like gold these days?

More importantly, in this not-so-scientific world, large gold mines will almost certainly have associated zero-element metal veins.

So, the Dawn Nebula is so unscientifically rich. If it had really been occupied by the plunderers, it would have been a natural choice.

  But then again, even if there really are mountains of treasures there, can we really go and rob them?

"...So what?" Yu Lian said, "You're not really going to rush over and start snatching, are you?"

Yang Xiyi looked Yu Lian up and down with sympathetic eyes: "You are facing the main force of the empire, and I have to dance on the edge of a knife. We are both under great pressure, but we must also pay attention to our mental state!"

  Teacher Yang is indeed a scholar, and his words are so elegant. If it were Yu Lian, he would definitely say "You are crazy!"

Yang Xiyi added: "So, I just circled around that star system, and the defenders of the fortress across from me didn't dare to move. Then, several nearby imperial fleets rushed over like wild boars with their butts on fire."

Well, according to the system of the empire, the administrative planets managed by the Prime Minister's Office can experience turmoil and rebellion, and it doesn't matter if the territories of the princes are turned into a sea of ​​fire by the empire. But if something goes wrong with the territory belonging to the royal property, whether all the bigwigs of the two houses and two offices can walk to the other side cautiously depends on the mood of His Majesty the Emperor.

Overall, Emperor Elisir was a stable and magnanimous ruler, but he was also cruel and had an erratic and violent temper.

One of the stupidest things in this world is to use mortal common sense to predict the reactions of the capricious Dragon Kings.

Therefore, to play the heartbeat in the Dawn Nebula, the essence is to attack the enemy's must-save place, so as to mobilize the enemy. Fortunately, this star field, which may have been modified by the civilization of the Enlightened Ones, is too rich, so there are still many such targets.

Of course, theory is theory, and practice is another matter entirely. Or rather, it is precisely because he understands the theory that Yu Lian has even more respect for Yang Xiyi. He still feels that if it were him, it would be really difficult to persist to this point.

In order to let the latter pretend to be cool as much as possible, he asked in a humble tone: "...So, what next?"

"And then? Of course, the entire army fled before they closed the encirclement. After all, I'm just a weak scholar and I really can't fight such a tough battle." Yang Xiyi said.

Of course, we all know that once the encirclement is tight, jumping to the periphery will definitely be a long way off. Once this operation is done, the enemy will certainly be exhausted, and our side is likely to gain a lot of advantages.

"You must have done this kind of thing often recently, right?" Yu Lian showed admiration, yet sympathy: "Can your blood pressure still hold up if you keep playing with your heartbeat like this?"

"You're right. I am a human being after all. My blood vessels and heart have their limits. I've only done this three times, and I've gained something every time." Yang Xiyi said.

"...this battle on the Golden Ou Star?"

"After I took the opportunity to break through, I intercepted a transport ship and stole 2000 tons of gold, as well as 400 kilograms of zero-element metals such as mithril and visteel."

Apart from bowing to express his admiration, Yu Lian didn't know what else to do.

"Actually, if I hadn't received a communication from the Lone Ranger, I would have really thrown away the gold." Yang Xiyi shrugged: "It can't be eaten, it can't be drunk, and it can't be turned into a cannonball. It will also waste precious cabin space."

Even though gold has lost its currency properties, it is still a highly versatile metal material and can be used as a military consumable.

What's more, under the zero element, it is also the metal with the strongest "spiritual conductivity" and can be used as an alchemical material.

Speaking of which, the two brothers should still be on the ship. However, there are too many questions to ask now, so the brothers can only be put a little bit back in the order.

Yu Lian decided to change the subject and said, "So, that's how the Apocalypse Eagle and the Raven came from?" Yang Xiyi nodded calmly, as if this was just basic training, but there was a hint of complacency in his eyes, which surprised Yu Lian.

As we all know, as a scholar, Mr. Yang is very good at pretending to be cool, and rarely violates his character. Even he can't help but show off, which can only mean that he is really proud of himself.

"The Raven is fine, after all, it is a classic old ship. As for the Apocalypse Eagle, which imperial army did it seize from? I don't know if there is any technology there that we can learn from it." Yu Lian calculated.

"It's the original version, originally belonging to the Imperial Fanglan Channel Patrol Fleet. You are the unexpected surprise." Yang Xiyi said.

Yu Lian was greatly surprised. You know, the space fleet directly under the Grand Marshal's Office of the Galactic Empire, in addition to the large-scale Royal Guard Fleets, also has patrol fleets responsible for border security on various important transportation routes in the mainland. Although this fleet is not equipped with tough battleships, they are all cutting-edge high-speed warships, and the officers and soldiers are all elite.

In fact, the patrol fleet and the guard fleet had mutual personnel, and there was no situation where one side looked down on the other. If it was an elite crew of the empire, it should be difficult for them to be captured with an entire ship.

You know, Yang's fleet has been fighting guerrilla warfare all the way, and they don't have time to board ships to attack the enemy.

"I understand what you mean. In fact, the entire ship of the Donglan 271 destroyer revolted after the first mate, Captain Lei Dong, killed the captain, Major Minimo." Yang Xiyi said.

Yu Lian was stunned for half a minute before he stammered, "This... Could it be that the first mate has some grudge against the captain for stealing his wife?"

"There is no personal hatred. The grandfather of the first mate, Captain Lei Dong, was an immigrant from Earth, and his family settled in the Kangyuan star system. According to Captain Lei, due to some changes, there are not many people in his family now."

The Galactic Empire was not an idyllic country that followed the laws of its ancestors. The wise Dragon King loved to make changes. When a new national law was promulgated, it would definitely bring about drastic changes in the economic environment. Even the nobles would inevitably suffer a loss, and some small business operators would likely go bankrupt.

Moreover, this is not a safe universe after all. Even nobles and powerful psykers may die in interstellar shipwrecks, not to mention civilians.

"Oh, there is no weakness. That makes sense." Yu Lian said.

"Besides, he has read The Origin."

"Fuck, it turns out... Oh, he has no weaknesses and is a smart person who has read the banned books, which makes sense." Yu Lian nodded and said, "But I really can't imagine that there would be such a personnel loophole in the Imperial Guard system."

"So far, I have only encountered such an example. It shows that the personnel system of the Imperial Army is still very sound. Now, you know why I said it was a pleasant surprise." Yang Xiyi said.

Well, once something is related to survivor bias, it will seem reasonable.

"Will there be more or fewer people like this in the future?"

"Perhaps their number will increase in the entire empire, but it will not change the overall situation in a short time. And in the imperial army, their number should become fewer and fewer. Maybe it will give the imperial army an opportunity to repair the loopholes in the personnel system again. The empire is extremely sensitive only when it comes to the purity and loyalty of the army." Yang Xiyi said.

Yu Lian nodded slightly. Yang Xiyi was always a pessimist in this matter, but what he said always made sense.

Yang Xiyi added: "In the Dawn Nebula, we fought against the Imperial Army, fought against the local fleets of the princes, and of course fought against Marshal Farrell. The good news is that since even the patrol fleet has begun to enter the New World battlefield on a large scale, it at least shows that we seem to be forcing the empire to fall to its limit."

In fact, it was still a long time ago. The Galactic Empire had not even started the first round of national mobilization. However, the war had been going on so far, and at least the exchange ratio was good, which was the only thing that the dignitaries on Earth could still be proud of.

"Don't be too pessimistic. I didn't expect to completely defeat the empire by myself, and I believe you shouldn't be so arrogant... uh, do you?" Yang Xiyi looked at Yu Lian suspiciously, as if he was examining the other's IQ, which made the latter somewhat hurt.

Teacher Yang has been under a lot of pressure recently! He is a bit mean and aggressive.

"If we really force the empire to the point of starting a general mobilization, the international situation will turn in a favorable direction. The biggest problem of the Galactic Empire is that they have no allies. They only have lackeys who fear the power. Without the power, the influence will be gone." Yang Xiyi said in a firm tone.

Yu Lian couldn't help but look at him suspiciously, thinking that Mr. Yang seemed a little optimistic in his estimation of the future battle situation. This was not at all like the battlefield magician who had planned everything in his mind.

Or does he actually have other intentions and is just playing tricks on me with his words?

"I have been fighting in the Dawn Star Region for a year, working day and night, exhausting myself, not daring to take a moment to breathe. Although every action is like dancing on the edge of a knife, I always encounter unexpected surprises. In this way, how kind is the spirit of the universe to me? I just hope that His kindness can remain the same as before."

At this point, he finally showed an excited and expectant expression for the first time: "How is it? Can the so-called eighth star gate really work?"

Yu Lian said: "We just conducted a passage test two hours ago. An intra-galactic automatic transport ship carrying supplies has passed through the star gate and is waiting in the orbit of the third planet opposite."

The cargo capacity of a fully automatic transport ship like this is quite large. Its disadvantage is that it is thin-skinned and large in size, so it cannot be transported over long distances by jump. However, its advantage is that it is inexpensive and of good quality, making it the most cost-effective way to transport goods between galaxies.

  ...Come to think of it, with a star gate, can this actually be considered intra-galactic transportation?

"You should have captured his signal, right?" Yu Lian asked.

Yang Xiyi nodded: "...Actually, we found the automatic cargo ship ten minutes ago and are loading and unloading supplies. Anyway, we are here, if this star gate is really impossible to pass, with these things, it won't be a wasted trip."

You guys are really stingy for not even saying a word when you took something.

Yu Lian rolled his eyes, but still said, "Our second automatic ship will leave in two minutes. If it can still pass, the Star Gate should be passable now."

Yang Xiyi nodded slightly, and his expectant look became more obvious.