Let you do a copy, you do Wuchang: Great Wall Watch

Holden finally gritted his teeth and continued, "How about we try it on a small scale first? Don't put too many resources into it right away!"

"We can consider this!" Sterkar nodded: "First, take a few old warships to do experiments, and then expand the scale if it succeeds.

Stop nagging about resources and find a way to squeeze them out from other projects!"

"Okay, okay, you have the final say!" Holden spread his hands helplessly: "I'll arrange the resource allocation right away, but you have to make sure that if the experiment fails, my energy projects won't be completely shut down!"

"Don't worry, I'll keep an eye on Elena, no problem!" Stekar waved his hand, indicating that he could leave.

Holden sighed and turned away.

At this time, Savile also came in with a new intelligence document in his hand.

"Master Pioneer, I just received the latest news that the Terra Empire's army is gathering at an unknown coordinate, and it looks like they are about to launch a large-scale operation.

We don’t know exactly what they are going to do, but this kind of movement is unusual!”

Sterkar frowned, “Their actions are so frequent, it seems that something big must be happening.

Keep following up, don't relax surveillance, and notify me immediately once you have accurate intelligence!"

"No problem. All my people have been mobilized. Every movement in Terra will not escape our eyes!" Xavier said confidently.

Sterkar nodded: “Okay, that’s it.

Next, we have to make preparations for both scenarios. On the one hand, we need to improve our combat capability, and on the other hand, we need to be ready to deal with any unexpected situation on Terra at any time.

Elena, we need to speed up the research and don't delay the allocation of Holden's resources any further!"

"Understood!" Elena nodded and left.

Xavier also nodded and stepped out.

Sterkar stood up and walked to a display screen that showed various data about the Raider Planet and the progress of ongoing projects.

His gaze rested on the interstellar fleet's combat power indicators, and after pondering for a moment, the corners of his mouth slightly raised.

Suddenly, a familiar voice sounded in my mind. It was a reminder from Tomoko.

"Master Pioneer, the dungeon designer Azure Star 009 has just sent a new mission. You can claim it now!"

"Oh? Another mission?" Sterkar showed a hint of interest: "What is the mission this time?"

“The goal of this mission is to explore the unknown star regions surrounding the Terra Empire and obtain more intelligence about the Terra civilization.

After the mission is successful, you will be rewarded with abundant resources and a special technology tree unlocked! "

"Okay, it seems that Azure Star 009 is not idle this time!" Sterkar smiled and said, "Then accept it. This mission is in line with our current needs!"

Tomoko continued, "According to the mission prompt, you can choose to send a detection team to the unknown star region, or you can lead the team yourself. Your choice will directly affect the mission reward!"

Sterkar frowned. "You want to lead the team yourself? Let me leave the planet? Aren't you trying to drag me out as bait? Let's send a few exploration teams to explore the way and see what's around Terra!"

"The mission has been confirmed, and exploration team resources are being allocated to you!" Tomoko's voice was calm as usual.

Stekar nodded, turned and left the palace, preparing to check on the exploration team that was about to set off.

At the same time, the barrage in the live broadcast room also began to become active.

[Hahaha, another mission has come. Azure Planet 009 is really causing trouble for Sterkar! ]

[This time we are exploring an unknown star region. I feel like something big is bound to happen. Can Sterkar come back safely this time? ! ]

[The mission rewards are pretty good, including resource rewards and technology unlocking! I guess Stekar will definitely not go there in person, he is too cautious! ]

[I think if he sends a detection team, he will definitely run into some trouble. The Terra civilization will not let him complete the mission easily! ]

[Everyone knows that in Warhammer 40K, the Terran civilization is a terrifying existence. I'm afraid that Sterkar will encounter a strong enemy this time! ]

[Tsk tsk, the live broadcast room is going to be lively. If Sterkar's exploration team encounters the human army, it will be a good show to watch! ]

Sterkar walked along the main road of the planet, followed by a team of guards.

Sterkar walked to a huge hangar where several exploration ships were undergoing final inspections. Elena and several engineers were busy beside the ships, apparently debugging something.

Stekar stopped and looked at the ships, feeling a little worried.

"Can these ships really complete the mission?" Stekar asked without thinking too much.

Elena raised her head, a little tired on her face, but nodded.

"These exploration ships are the most advanced models under our current technological conditions, equipped with the latest jump engines and scanning equipment, so there shouldn't be any problems.

But, you know, in unknown star regions, there are always many unpredictable dangers!"

"Okay, stop talking about those useless things!" Sterkar waved his hand: "I just want to know whether these ships can come back alive!"

Elena frowned, seeming a little hesitant, but finally nodded: "Yes, at least in theory!"

"In theory?" Sterkar was a little dissatisfied: "I don't want to hear anything theoretical, I want real results!"

"Don't worry, my team has taken everything into consideration!" Elena sighed, "Besides, we don't have a choice. The mission has been issued, right?"

Without saying anything else, Stekar turned to look at the ships, mentally going over the possibilities of this mission.

"Master Pioneer!" Suddenly, Leo's voice came from behind. He strode to Sterkar's side with a hint of nervousness on his face: "Just now, there was news from the Intelligence Department that the fleet of Terra civilization seems to have appeared in the star field that our exploration team may pass through. It seems that they are not idle either!"

Sterkar's face darkened. "The Terran Civilization's fleet? How did they know we were going on a detection mission?"

Leo shook his head: "It's not clear yet, Xavier's people are investigating, but it's obvious that their movements are very unusual!"

"What the hell!" Sterkar gritted his teeth. "It's not such a coincidence, is it possible that someone leaked the information?"

"We can't rule out this possibility!" Leo nodded: "However, the intelligence system of Terra civilization is very powerful. It's not surprising that they can grasp our movements!"

Sterkar snorted coldly: "No matter what the situation is, this mission must go on. We can't let the people of Terra civilization get ahead of us!"

"Yes, Lord Pioneer!" Leo said, "However, I suggest sending some warships to escort the exploration team to prevent them from being unprepared when encountering the Terra fleet!" Sterkar pondered for a moment and nodded, "You are right, since the Terra civilization fleet has appeared nearby, we must be prepared.

You personally select a few warships and keep a close eye on the exploration team!"

Leo nodded immediately: "I'll arrange it right away!"

Stekar turned around and looked at the exploration ships that were about to set off, and he couldn't help feeling a little annoyed.

At this time, Holden appeared at an inopportune time. As soon as he entered the door, he shouted: "Master Pioneer! Our resource allocation has exceeded the budget! Let me tell you, the funding for this mission has already made me breathless. If we continue like this, our economic system will collapse!"

"You're here again!" Sterkar glared at him. "You come to bother me every time there's something going on. Can't you solve the problem yourself?"

Holden spread his hands helplessly: “Sir, I really tried my best, but our resources are really limited, especially those high-end materials, which are already in short supply.

If we continue like this, we won’t be able to move forward with our other projects!”

"I told you, don't mention other projects!" Sterkar was a little impatient: "The most important thing now is the exploration mission, everything else must give way to it!"

Holden sighed: "But, sir, we have to leave some room, right? We can't put all our resources on this one task, right? What if something unexpected happens?"

"I don't want to hear any accidents!" Stekar interrupted him coldly: "The mission must be successful, this is an order.

If you don't have enough resources, you can go dig for new ones, or grab some from somewhere else. In short, I don't want to hear any more complaints about insufficient resources!"

Holden opened his mouth, but finally closed it, shook his head, turned and left the hangar.

"This guy is getting more and more annoying!" Stekar muttered as he watched Holden's departing back.

Elena smiled beside him: "He is actually thinking about you. After all, our resources are indeed tight. If we over-consume them, future construction will be greatly affected!"

"Alright, alright, I know you're all doing this for my own good!" Stekar waved his hand. "But now is not the time to worry about these things. The mission must be successful. As for the subsequent resource issues, we can think of a way later!"

Elena nodded: "I understand, I will try my best to minimize the losses!"

As he was speaking, Leo came back and walked in with several officers.

"Master Pioneer, the battleship formation is ready. I have selected three frigates and two heavy cruisers, which can be dispatched at any time to escort the exploration ship!"

"Very good!" Sterkar nodded. "This operation must be foolproof. If the people of Terra dare to provoke us, we will teach them a lesson!"

"Yes, I will lead the team myself and ensure the safety of the exploration team!" Leo said.

Sterkar nodded with satisfaction: "Okay, let's arrange it this way, and set off as soon as possible!"

Leo immediately turned and left to command his battleship formation.

Just as the detection mission was about to begin, the barrage in the live broadcast room became active again.

[Damn! Is Sterkar going to confront the Terra civilization head-on? This is really too bold! ]

[The number of warships escorting the probe is a bit small. The Terra civilization has a super fleet. Are these ships enough? ! ]

[Hahaha, Stekar really has no other choice. The resources are not enough, but he is still holding on. Holden is almost driven crazy! ]

[I don't know if the Terra civilization will intervene. This mission doesn't look that easy to accomplish! ]

[By the way, how strong is the Terran civilization? I haven't seen their large forces take action in the live broadcast so far. I'm looking forward to it! ]

[Don't worry, the Terra civilization has always been mysterious, there must be some powerful weapon waiting for Stekar! ]

As Sterkar watched the probe ship and the frigate gradually rise into the air, he felt a vague sense of uneasiness in his heart.

The movements of the Terra civilization are too strange. Although this mission seems to be just a simple reconnaissance operation, the hidden crisis is probably not small.

The mission was initiated and the fleet had entered interstellar jump preparation mode. A few minutes later, all the ships disappeared into space together and entered an unknown star region.

A few hours later, Leo's communication came back.

"Master Pioneer, the exploration team has arrived at the target star field. Everything is going well for now. We are conducting a preliminary scan!"

"Very good, stay alert and don't be careless!" Stekar warned.

"Understood, I'll keep a close eye on it!" Leo said, and the communication was disconnected.

However, just as the detection team was taking action, an unknown signal suddenly appeared on the radar screen in the distance.

Sterkar stared at the screen, frowning: "What's going on?"

Tomoko's voice rang in her mind: "Master Pioneer, an unknown fleet has been detected approaching. It is initially determined to be a fleet of the Terran civilization!"

Stokal stared at the unknown signal on the radar screen, tapping his fingers on the armrest of his chair.

After a moment, he said in a deep voice: "Elena, contact Leo immediately and tell him that an unknown fleet is approaching. Ask him to stay alert and avoid direct conflict. Find out the other party's intentions first!"

Elena immediately turned around to operate the communication system.

"Leo, please reply if you get it! An unknown fleet has been detected ahead, and they are likely from the Terra civilization. Don't act rashly, and figure out the situation first!"

After a moment of silence in the communication, Leo's voice came back: "Received! I have prepared the battleship for battle, but will try to avoid direct fire.

I am also strengthening detection here to see if I can figure out their size and movements!"

"Okay, don't be impulsive, the Terra civilization is not an opponent that can be dealt with casually.

Keep in touch at all times and report any new situation immediately!" Stekar's tone left no room for doubt.

Leo agreed immediately and the communication was interrupted again.

Sterkar looked up at the screen, thinking about the movements of the Terran civilization fleet.

He vaguely felt that this mission might not be that simple.

Elena walked back to Stokal, frowning slightly: "Master Pioneer, if the Terra civilization really decides to attack our exploration ship, then I'm afraid that the frigates we are sending over now will cause us to suffer heavy casualties." (End of this chapter)