Swallowing the Stars: I'll Destroy the Universe with My Talent Attributes

Standing in front of the main porthole, Qin Yuan gazed at this planet brimming with commercialism and vitality, and a ripple of emotion inevitably stirred within him.

This was the first alien civilization planet he had ever set foot on, and its landscape, so different from Earth's, foreshadowed a brand new adventure.

"Approaching the atmosphere of the planet Qiulong, please prepare for impact. Ground guidance signal received. Landing coordinates: Parking at Public Airport No. 37, Zone C, Parking Port."

The intelligent notification sound of the Farstar spacecraft rang.

The spacecraft trembled slightly as it began to pass through the atmosphere. Through the porthole, one could see the rapidly approaching Earth below.

Unlike Earth's azure blue, the land of Qiulong Star is predominantly colorful, interspersed with large clusters of silver metallic buildings.

The towering spires, the winding aerial tracks, and the various flying vehicles that occasionally fly by together create a picture full of technology and exotic charm.

On Qiulong Star, and on many other planets, there are strict restrictions on the docking of foreign spaceships; you are absolutely not allowed to fly around recklessly.

A docking port is a place specifically for docking spacecraft.

Zone A contains ordinary spaceships and warships. Zone B contains Class B spaceships and warships, and Zone C contains Class C spaceships and warships...

The spacecraft landed smoothly at the designated berth.

The hatch opened, and a stream of air completely different from that on Earth rushed in.

It carries a hint of metallic coolness, the faint scent of unknown plants, and a... a complex blend of countless, vibrant, and slightly wild aromas...

Qin Yuan was dressed in a low-key black combat suit, with his silver Black God suit concealed beneath it. His Jinghong Spear was stored in the weapon case he carried with him.

After paying a modest parking fee with the warplanes he had seized from the Black Skull Star bandits, he stepped out of the airport and officially set foot on the land of Qiulong Star.

The streets are wide and paved with some kind of dark gold, durable material. On both sides are buildings of different styles, including futuristic, streamlined metal skyscrapers and rugged fortresses decorated with ancient stone carvings.

A diverse array of humans moved about: there were humanoid giants over three meters tall with skin like rock, there were short engineers with eyes taking up half their faces, skillfully manipulating robotic arms to repair equipment, and there were cold-blooded humanoid races covered in scales with forked tongues sticking out.

Their skin and appearances varied, but they were all human, and most wore portable universal language translators. The clamor of vendors hawking their wares, the sounds of bargaining, and the roar of spacecraft engines intertwined to create a vibrant interstellar city atmosphere.

Qin Yuan had a clear goal.

Based on the limited information obtained from the Qiongtian civilization, upon arriving on a strange planet, the first step is to gather intelligence, and the second step is to register a legal identity and integrate into the local system.

He strolled into a rather lively place called 'Stardust Tavern'.

Taverns are usually a mixed bag of people, making them a good place to gather information.

The tavern was dimly lit, and the air was thick with the mixed scents of alcohol, energy fluids, and pheromones secreted by various humanoid races. Oddly shaped customers sat at the bar or in booths, conversing quietly or watching interstellar news playing on the central holographic projection.

Qin Yuan found a corner seat and ordered a local specialty, a low-alcohol energy drink called 'Purple Flame'. He seemed to be casually sipping the drink, but in reality, he didn't drink it at all, and his mental energy was highly concentrated.

The keen senses granted by his talent [Battle Prediction (Green)] allow him to easily pick up snippets of conversation around him that aren't intentionally masked.

"...The 'Black Skull Gang' seems to have suffered a major setback recently; a small team went hunting and lost everything, including their boat..."

"Have you heard? It seems the 'Virtual Universe Company branch' in Heilongshan is recruiting peripheral members. The assessment starts next month. I wonder which lucky person will be selected this time..."

"The trade routes to 'Azure Wave Star' have been rather turbulent lately; the insectoid race has been quite active, and shipping costs have increased by 30%..."

"It seems there's been another discovery at the 'Dark Star Ruins,' but the danger level is too high; several groups have gone there but haven't returned..."

Fragments of information flooded into Qin Yuan's mind, and he quickly sifted through the useful parts.

He noted down keywords such as the Virtual Universe Company's branch in the Black Dragon Mountain Empire, the Insectoid race, and the Dark Star Ruins.

At this moment, a local man, who was thin, had light blue skin, a pair of large, protruding ears, and eyes that darted around quickly, cautiously approached Qin Yuan's table.

He was wearing a faded multi-functional vest, and a fawning smile was plastered on his face.

"Sir, you look unfamiliar. Is this your first time visiting the Qiulongxing Liufeng District?"

His universal language had a heavy local accent, but it was still quite clear.

“My name is Atuka, and I’m the ‘know-it-all’ here. Of course, you can also call me a broker. I know everything about the Flowing Wind Zone, no, I know the whole Dragon Star! Do you need a guide?”

"Finding locations, buying intelligence, accepting missions, and even... dealing with some 'special' items, I, Atuka, can help you make connections!"

Qin Yuan glanced at him. Based on his mental perception, he was probably around the second level of the planetary level. His aura was weak, and although his eyes were shrewd, they were more cautious than threatening.

These local guides are indeed a great help in quickly understanding the local situation.

"sit."

Qin Yuan pointed to the seat opposite him, his tone indifferent.

Atuka sat down as if he were a familiar face, his back ramrod straight.

"I need to open a bank account on Qilong Star and register for a space mercenary identity. Where is the fastest place to do this?"

Qin Yuan didn't say much and asked directly.

"The Cosmic Galaxy Bank has a branch on Qiulong Star, and the Cosmic Mercenary Alliance office is not far from here, only a ten-minute walk away!"

Atulka answered immediately.

"The process of opening an account at the Cosmic Galaxy Bank branch is very simple, it's all done in one set. As for the Cosmic Mercenary Alliance office, registration there requires a strength test, basic information registration, and payment of fees!"

"However, judging from your strength, sir, there will definitely be no problem!"

Atulka offered a timely compliment.

Qin Yuan nodded and continued, "Also, where can I buy some... things that are not convenient to trade openly?"

He was hinting at selling stolen goods and purchasing special resources. The Void Stones obtained from the previous extermination of the Black Skull Gang, aside from keeping some for personal use, could perhaps be sold to exchange for more suitable resources. At the same time, some specialties from the Dragon Star should also be purchased.

Atulka's eyes lit up, and he lowered his voice:

"Sir, you've come to the right person! The 'Shadow Market' is located on the third basement level of the Flowing Wind District. There, you can buy and sell anything as long as you have money!"

"However, the area is a mixed bag, so be careful. I can take you there for a small fee."

He rubbed his fingers together and smiled ingratiatingly.

"can."

Qin Yuan stood up and left a few Black Dragon Coins, which were used throughout the Black Dragon Mountain Empire, as payment for the drinks and a preliminary guide fee.

"First go to the Cosmic Galaxy Bank branch, then the Cosmic Mercenary Alliance office, and then to the Shadow Market."

"Alright! Please come with me, sir!"

Atuka led the way with great joy.

Under the guidance of this local in Atuka, the account was opened quickly. Because Qin Yuan was at the planetary level and had a limited savings limit, he could only open a one-star account.

After opening their accounts, the two headed to the office of the Cosmic Mercenary Alliance, one after the other.

The staff here are very efficient. In a high-tech hall, Qin Yuan followed the instructions and placed his hand on an energy detector, releasing a slight amount of planetary-level aura.

The instrument immediately displayed the words 'Planetary Fourth Order'. It then registered a name, and the place of origin was an inconspicuous planet.

After paying the registration fee, he quickly received a black electronic badge engraved with stars and a sword and shield pattern—the lowest-level 'ordinary mercenary' badge. Don't underestimate this badge; it's actually very technologically advanced, containing a simple terminal that connects to the Mercenary Alliance's internal mission network.

"Congratulations, Mr. Qin Yuan, you have now officially become a quasi-ordinary-level cosmic mercenary. As long as you pass the mercenary assessment mission, you will become a formal ordinary-level mercenary. Subsequently, you can accept and submit missions through the terminal to improve your mercenary level."

The receptionist said it in a formulaic way.

The Cosmic Mercenary Alliance, along with Virtual Universe Company, Giant Axe Arena, Cosmic Galaxy Bank, and Cosmic First Bank, are the five major super powers within the human race.

In the Mercenary Alliance, planetary-level gene warriors are only qualified to become ordinary-level cosmic mercenaries. To become a trainee mercenary, one must reach the stellar-level realm.

To register as a one-star mercenary and truly become a member of the behemoth that is the Cosmic Mercenary Alliance, one needs at least a cosmic-level cultivation.

Furthermore, each mercenary's rank advancement is accompanied by assessments, and without sufficient strength, it is unlikely to become a senior member of the Cosmic Mercenary Alliance.

In the vast universe, planetary-level gene warriors are like newborn infants, not even worthy of being called strong.

After completing the formalities, Qin Yuan, led by Atuka, arrived at the underground 'Shadow Market' through several hidden passages.

The light here is even dimmer, the air circulation is poor, and it's filled with all sorts of strange smells.

The streets are lined with stalls and shops selling a wide variety of things.

From weapons clearly stained with blood, strange parts unearthed from some unknown ruin, various rare ores and potions, to bizarre alien creatures sold in cages, and even those selling intelligence and providing assassination services... it was a veritable chaotic scene.

Qin Yuan remained highly vigilant, keeping his [Combat Prediction (Green)] talent constantly active, sensing any potential malice or traps in his surroundings.

He had Atuka take him to a fairly reputable buying and selling shop, where he sold some of his Void Stones for hundreds of thousands of Black Dragon Coins, finally giving him some sufficient working capital.

He then began to wander around the various stalls, looking for something useful to him.

The items in the Shadow Market are hard to distinguish between real and fake.

Many so-called "treasures" and "unparalleled secret techniques" are clearly scams.

However, Qin Yuan possesses the talent attribute "Fortune Favors (Green)" and he believes in his luck.

Sure enough, as he passed an inconspicuous grocery stall guarded by a drowsy old Kanta merchant, a humanoid race known for its longevity and shrewdness, the green light of the "Fortune Favors" entry on the system panel flickered almost imperceptibly, conveying a faint, guiding signal.

Qin Yuan stopped and glanced at the stalls.

It was piled high with all sorts of rusty metal blocks, broken circuit boards, and unidentified fossilized bones, making it look like a junkyard.

His gaze pretended to sweep around a few times before finally landing on a palm-sized, completely black 'stone' in the corner of the stall. It was covered with irregular holes and looked unremarkable, with no energy fluctuations that could be detected.

[Battle Prediction (Green)] His keen perception of energy allowed him to sense that inside this 'stone' there seemed to be an extremely restrained, almost deathly still, yet familiar, strange fluctuation.

This fluctuation was extremely subtle; without his innate talent and exceptional perception, he would have been completely unaware of it.

"Boss, how much is this?"

Qin Yuan casually picked up a fragment that shimmered faintly and resembled an energy core and asked.

The old Kanta man raised his eyelids, glanced at Qin Yuan with his cloudy eyes, then at the fragment in his hand, and lazily quoted a price.

"That, the reactor fragments from the crashed 'Thunderbird,' 5 Black Dragon Coins."

Qin Yuan put down the fragments and pointed to the black 'stone'.

"What about this one? It looks like a ballast stone."

The old Kanta glanced at it, seemingly uninterested, and casually said, "Just some junk I picked up, don't recognize it. If you want it, take it for 1 Black Dragon Coins."

Qin Yuan's heart stirred, but he remained expressionless, even deliberately frowning: "100 Black Dragon Coins, I'll buy it and study it."

The 'stone' seemed to have been accumulating for too long with the old Kanta people, and they were too lazy to waste time on this 'garbage', so they waved their hands.

"Take it away, take it away."

Qin Yuan paid 100 Black Dragon Coins and took the black 'stone' in his hand.

It felt slightly heavy and cool to the touch. The moment his fingers touched the stone, the Star Vortex Secret Technique within his body spontaneously accelerated its operation, and his [Energy Digestion (Green)] talent also conveyed a faint emotion of 'desire'.