Poverty makes me capable of anything.

This is no place where robots can just wander in.

This is exactly the effect Anran wanted.

She had the robot wander around the military zone.

Such a small action quickly attracted the attention of the military zone guards.

They crept over stealthily and arrested the suspicious robot in one fell swoop.

For the guards, this was a common occurrence.

However, during the hacking process, they were shocked to discover that the robot came from the arrogant thief who had sent the pre-announcement letter.

"what?"

What a trashy thief!

That's it?

They haven't even really put in their full effort yet.

“I think we were overreacting before. I suspect that the so-called master thief is a mental patient.”

At the press conference, the military zone's guard commander shrugged with a grin.

"emmm..."

An Ran was speechless.

Her actions also seemed to have lowered the guards' guards in the military zone.

Hey, you guys, get serious!

With that in mind, she sent out another advance notice.

"The agreed date is getting closer and closer. I hope you can still laugh when you find that the Lemeta Staircase has disappeared."

"I'm looking forward to seeing how the Grand Council will deal with you then."

"!"

The guards of the Zenith Military District felt they had encountered a challenge.

Heh heh.

That thief is pretty arrogant.

Row.

Since you put it that way, we'll bring in more people!

"..."

Leander, who was constantly watching the Zenith, turned pale.

Damn it.

If he ever finds out the master thief's true identity, he'll definitely chop him to pieces!

Chapter 20 The Undercover Agent in Action

Is the master thief really a master?

Amidst the tense and exciting war, the anonymous master thief also brought joy to the civilians of the Eternal Star Road.

Everyone initially thought the master thief was just a troublemaker with amazing counter-surveillance skills who would disappear completely after sending out the first warning letter.

Who would have thought that the master thief would reappear a few months later?

This time he caused quite a stir.

The master thief sent a robot spy so ugly it made one seriously question his aesthetic sense!

Not only is it ugly, this robot is also a bit clumsy.

He was caught just minutes after he showed his face.

This makes it hard not to question the professionalism of the master thief.

Is this really a master thief?

Why does it feel more like some kind of prank?

[This possibility cannot be ruled out, but considering the content of his recent announcement, it seems he is preparing to create some more big news.]

I simply don't believe he could have stolen the Lemetta Stairs under the tight security of the military zone.

Haha, actually I don't believe it either, but that doesn't stop me from watching the drama unfold. If they really did steal it, that would be exciting!

It's better to be safe than sorry.

The leadership of the military zone's guard post gathered together to discuss the matter.

The head of the guard station spoke up, "What do you mean by that?"

Someone suggested, "I think we should strengthen our defenses and apply to the Academy of Sciences for a new monitoring system."

"Hmm, any other opinions?" The section chief looked around.

At this moment, a man with a full beard slowly raised his hand.

"Tell me your thoughts."

The section chief extended his right hand, signaling the man to continue.

The bearded man stood up: "I think there's no need to be so nervous; it just makes us seem too insecure."

Immediately, the conference room was filled with discussion.

Some people raised objections: "Can you guarantee that nothing unexpected will happen if you say that? You'll be held responsible for that. If something goes wrong, can you take the blame?"

The bearded man hesitated for a moment, then finally shook his head.

"That's settled then. Next time, don't say things you're not even sure you can say."

The bearded man did not sit down. He continued, "In that case, instead of replacing the surveillance system, I think we should apply for assistance from the Grand Council."

The director said in a deep voice, "The Grand Council may not agree to send people over. Now is the critical moment to drive the Exiled Empire out of the New World Starfield."

The bearded man explained, "Whether they agree or not depends on the Grand Council, but whether we apply for aid is up to us. We've done our best, but the Grand Council isn't taking this matter seriously..."

"Um……"

The section chief stroked his chin.

He got it.

This is to show our attitude.

Whether it can be accomplished or not is another matter; the key lies in the attitude.

Then, when the time comes, he can take the blame upon himself, and the Grand Council will have to be less harsh in their criticism.

The section chief nodded and said, "Then let's act simultaneously. I'll make the application, and the deputy section chief will lead the contact with the Academy of Sciences."

"understood."

After the staff was dismissed, the director immediately submitted a request for assistance to the front line.

Then this matter was brought up at the routine meeting of the Eternal Star Road front.

The governor said, "Let the ruler of the nearby star system help keep an eye on things."

"Wouldn't this be a bit too hasty? If that master thief really manages to infiltrate the military zone, by the time the alarm is received, even these star system rulers won't be able to get there in time."

“Let me go back,” Keynes suddenly said.

It will take him some time to recover.

Since there's nothing we can do right now, we might as well take a spaceship back to the Star Tree Starfield.

By the time they reach their destination, his injuries will probably be almost fully healed.

This is a good opportunity to lay low and avoid trouble.

Keynes had had enough of those strange looks.

What are you looking at?

You think you're very brave, right?

Go ahead and provoke An Ran if you dare; I'll admit defeat if you don't get arrested.

Keynes simply didn't have the energy to confront everyone head-on.

He now understands Sawyer very well.

Xiao Suo, everyone has their struggles!

I hope you come back alive.

The ruling party's attention fell on Keynes.

He nodded slightly.

That works too.

Keynes has been in a bad reputation lately, and even if he fully recovers, probably not many people will be willing to work with him.

"Then let's take Charlize back with us."

"That's what the governor said."

Even Beyata's healing abilities couldn't restore Charlize to normal, so she had to send Charlize back to the Eternal Star Path for now.

They have the best medical team there.

"no problem."

Keynes nodded.

After the meeting, Keynes did not delay and set off on the return journey with Charlize.

After such a long period of development, the Eternal Star Road has opened several star gates, greatly shortening the time for traveling between the two places.

But Keynes had no intention of going back through the Star Gate.