Star Dome Railway, I am surrounded by strange things!

Wait until tomorrow? Who can wait until the next day to check the numbers after receiving their bonus?

Jiang Yan, with a fire burning in his heart, ignored the dark environment and continued to wave the giant shield to fight against the imaginary powerful enemy, and quietly felt the changes in himself compared to two months ago.

The absence of enemies, targets, and even light made his senses more precise and intuitive.

It has indeed become stronger, but not as strong as before.

Strength, speed, agility, and skills have all improved visibly.

Is it training? No, I have never stopped practicing martial arts since I started practicing martial arts, so it is impossible for me to improve so quickly.

Is it actual combat experience? No, actual combat experience doesn't bring about an immediate increase in strength.

Eliminating all other possibilities, there is only one answer left:

I really knocked on the door called "protection", but at this moment my will cannot fully exert it.

How to regain that former state? Protecting teammates? Fearlessness? Sacrifice? Sufficient focus? A burning inner world?

Jiang Yan didn't know the answer, but he didn't mind trying them one by one. Compared to the long and helpless wandering in front of the door for many years, this was nothing.

So he began to repeatedly put himself into every emotion in that battle, recreating every scene, trying to recapture that feeling.

Soon, the increased power told him that he was going in the right direction, but not enough.

Is it that there are no enemies? Or is it that there are no comrades to protect?

This can be!

Enemies? Although Jiang Yan was embarrassed to force a few of his comrades to serve as sparring partners in the middle of the night, it didn't stop him from borrowing a few automated robots from his comrades on night patrol to attack him.

Comrades? Why not just bring over a few traffic lights, have them activate their unstable force fields, and just sit there and illuminate the area for you?

Of course, his comrades would not refuse the request of this newly-minted hero. They even took the initiative to debug the logic and parameters for Jiang Yan, and then let him happily play the copycat version of Plants vs. Zombies alone.

Unfortunately, even though he practiced until dawn and made some progress, he still couldn't find the feeling of being as calm as a mirror and still water.

Seeing his colleagues gradually getting up, Jiang Yan, not wanting to monopolize the training ground, was about to use the electromagnetic key to shut down and retrieve the automated robots, when he suddenly noticed a curious mechanic approaching, ready to investigate what was wrong with the traffic lights and why they were standing there with the force field activated. Behind him, an automated robot, O Grizzly, leaped into the air, aiming for his exact location.

"careful!"

The next moment, the grizzly bear's massive body slammed down hard on Jiang Yan's diagonally raised force shield. The deflection force field, activated at just the right moment, successfully neutralized the powerful impact of the bear's massive body, sending it stumbling to the ground. Before it could even stand up, Jiang Yan's electromagnetic key forced it to shut down.

Huh? That's exactly what it feels like!

Jiang Yan suddenly realized that in that move just now, he had exerted at least 80% of his strength from yesterday.

Is the power of preservation a terrifying power that can only be exerted by sacrificing teammates and entering a crisis, commonly known as "you can't catch the wolf without sacrificing the child"?

Jiang Yan shook his head to drive the messy thoughts out of his mind.

I must not have mastered the method to burst out this kind of belief under normal circumstances. I should ask Jeppard.

So after dealing with the numerous thanks from the mechanic who was so scared that he collapsed on the ground, Jiang Yan returned the automatic robot and followed the Silver Mane Iron Guard's defense line to find Jeppard who was conducting his daily patrol.

Ever since Jiang Yan met him, no matter the weather, no matter how intense the fight was, no matter how many official duties he had, he would always see him meticulously inspecting the entire defense line at this time. Even Jiang Yan, who was eager to learn from him, had to admit that he would never be so noble. It would be unjust for such a person not to have a strong protective power.

After seeing Jiang Yan, Jeppard happily went to greet him. Although he had long known that this young man had extraordinary potential and was already capable of standing on his own, he never expected that in such a short time, he would become another shield for the Silver Mane Iron Guard.

You know, even he only shed the label of "Shiruva's younger brother" and became a trusted garrison officer after joining the army for half a year, not to mention the military training he had received since childhood. Meanwhile, the other party went from a civilian with superb martial arts skills to a hero recognized by all Beloberg in just over two months, breaking all records in Beloberg's history. So when he heard that the other party had obtained the power of protection, Jeppard was not too surprised. He just patiently explained to Jiang Yan:

"You can only unleash this power in critical moments, saving your teammates? That's perfectly fine. It's the same for me, and for everyone. Only in the most critical moments can we summon the strongest will to protect. That, in itself, is the meaning of protection."

This answer did not surprise Jiang Yan, but the power he wanted was certainly not a transformation device that could only be unleashed at critical moments.

"But sir, you are also very strong in normal times. How can I improve my strength in normal combat?"

"Normal? To me, no battle can be called 'normal'. I am Beloberg's strongest shield. Every time I swing it, I fight to protect Beloberg, without exception."

"But you are different. Even if you can sacrifice your life to protect us temporary colleagues, even if Beloberg will always have a place for you, after the battle is over, you still don't just belong here. You belong to a much wider sea of ​​stars."

"It's time for you to graduate from the Silvermane Guard and gain strength from protecting what you truly value."

Although Jeppard's tone was as calm and plain as usual, it was like a morning bell and an evening drum, suddenly waking Jiang Yan up.

Yes, what I have always wanted to obtain is the "way to gain power" rather than the power itself. If I indulge in this mere first small step, how can I move forward in big strides?

Even if I could stay here for another three to five years, and develop a stronger will to protect everyone through building strong bonds with them, could I really stay here forever? Would I have to do this everywhere I go?

After realizing this, Jiang Yan raised his hand with gratitude and solemnly saluted Jeppard with a Silver Mane Iron Guard salute:

"No matter what, Mr. Jeppard, you will always be my best commander and my mentor on the road of life."

This sudden sensationalism made the introverted Jeppard scratch his cheek awkwardly. Before he could reply, a mature voice suddenly came from behind him:

"Finally found you, bro. I didn't expect you to be so talkative!"

"In that case, would you like to come to Clipperburg and attend the graduation ceremony we're holding for you, our great hero?"

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Oh no, I'm being haunted by the Lord of Extinction! : Chapter 13: Graduation Gift

"Miss Shiluwa, why are you here?"

"elder sister?"

Jiang Yan and Jeppard both looked as if they had seen a ghost when they saw this older rock girl who was usually active at night and slept during the day showed up in the early morning.

Even though she had not been in Beloberg for long, Jiang Yan was no stranger to the eldest daughter of the Landau family because the frequent battles required the giant force field shield to be maintained, charged and repaired frequently.

This rock star and mechanic shop owner would only arrive at her workshop around noon, yawning, to prepare breakfast, or rather, lunch. Then, after quickly finishing any backlogged work in the afternoon, she would unhesitatingly close shop and begin composing and maintaining her instruments, waiting for a performance or rehearsal that evening. Jiang Yan, who had repeatedly failed to strike with her shield, found it hard not to be impressed by this abstraction of business hours and rest schedules.

How can such a person wake up early? If you get kidnapped, just blink!

Feeling the rude gazes from the two, Shiluwa wanted to defend herself, but considering her recent schedule, she shrugged and gave up.

"Well, anyway, due to your amazing feat yesterday, Bronya wanted to use a medal ceremony to completely keep you away from the front lines. Unexpectedly, my brother has already persuaded you to stay. It seems we are redundant."

The other party's words in a teasing tone made Jiang Yan suddenly feel embarrassed.

Her official identity is the business representative of the chief merchant group of Tianbosi. If anything happens in Beloberg, Bronya will not be able to explain to Xianzhou Luofu.

What? You sent our business representatives to fill the front lines?

What? You want our business representatives to hold up shields and block the powerful bows of ancient beasts?

If this situation really happens, it would be a blessing if the two sides do not become enemies, let alone any trade routes.

No matter how powerful he is, he is just one person and cannot change the situation of the war. His so-called "merits" are nothing compared to the diplomatic troubles he caused to Krippleburg.

Although Jiang Yan understood the truth, he had to pretend to be stupid before he got the power of protection, hoping that Bronya would tolerate his willfulness because of his contribution.

But after escaping death yesterday, it was obvious that she couldn't bear it anymore and planned to give up her shield with a glass of wine.

Fortunately, I have already "graduated", otherwise I would have no time to practice.

Thinking of this, Jiang Yan quickly bowed his head and apologized:

"I'm sorry to have troubled everyone during this period."

Xiluwa just waved her hand:

"Don't tell me, I've been making a lot of money from your repairs lately. I'm the one who should thank you. Go apologize to Bronya."

Jiang Yan, of course, didn't take the other party's courtesy seriously. The Landau family was a top military noble family with a history of nearly a thousand years. How could Shiluwa, the eldest daughter of the family, be short of money? So, after expressing his gratitude again, he got in the car and drove with her to Klipperburg. After changing into the formal attire that had been prepared for him, he attended the grand awarding ceremony attended by a large number of officials and nobles.

Seeing everyone enthusiastically applauding and cheering, yet their eyes were filled with the expression of "Great Sage, please retract your magical powers," Jiang Yan's embarrassment reached a new level. This situation wasn't the right time to admit his mistake and apologize, so he could only obediently accept the Grand Guardian's personal bestowal of the Gold Iron Guard Medal and the title of Lord, as well as a close meeting with the Grand Guardian—well, actually, a harsh reprimand.

"My friend, we are deeply grateful for all you have done for Beloberg, but please remember that we would rather give up these advances than sacrifice your life."

"Miss Yukong from the Luofu Tianbo Division has repeatedly reminded us to ensure your personal safety. If you continue to act on your own, I will be forced to inform her of your recent achievements in the communication."

Bronya's ruthlessness instantly made Jiang Yan's face change drastically. Even resorting to the trick of finding the parents? As expected of a politician at such a young age, it's too dirty!

However, imagine Yukong's reaction after hearing about his life and death experience on the alien planet. Jiang Yan decisively admitted his defeat:

"Bronya, I was wrong. I have already obtained what I wanted and have agreed with Mr. Jeppard to retire from the Silver Mane Guard. Please don't do this!"

There was no other way. If he didn't give in, he was afraid that Master Siduo would make an exception and take him back to Luofu on his Star Raft. No matter how fast he was, he couldn't fly as fast as the Spark Fox Star Raft.

After receiving Jiang Yan's assurance, Bronya said with satisfaction:

"So, I didn't mention it. Miss Yukong simply said that the Ice Lake Fish Oil you sent was extremely effective and offered to purchase a staggering amount. My friend, you have done us another great favor, even more worthy of a lord's reward than this battle."

Ever since he learned he had wronged the seniors at the Tianbo Division, Jiang Yan had been wanting to express his apology. So, when he saw this refreshing, water-resistant, minty-like Ice Lake Fish Oil at Beloberg's shop, he bought a batch without hesitation and, using it as an "apology gift," sent it back on a traveling merchant ship.

Foxes are all handsome and beautiful, and their appearance is practically identical. Therefore, the color and volume of a tail are far more important than the hair of a mortal. Jiang Yan, who used to spend countless hours combing her hair with a boxwood comb almost every day, carefully rubbing the base of her tail with perfume and then meticulously wrapping it in gauze, could speak volumes about this.

How could anyone at Tianbosi not like this natural, premium waterproof ointment material?

However, what Jiang Yan did not expect was that his apology gift instantly became popular among the fox-like flying warriors who did not want to become bald-tailed foxes and had to apply fire-proof ointment every day. Countless purchase requests filled the mailbox of Tianbosi in a blink of an eye.

Interstellar trade is unlike intraplanetary trade. Without a staggering profit margin, both buyers and sellers are simply losing money on shipping costs. Today, Beloberg's earth marrow is nearly depleted, and he can no longer be the interstellar coal tycoon he was seven hundred years ago. This means that even if Beloberg desires everything in the Tianbosi merchandise catalog, he suffers from financial constraints and cannot fully utilize this invaluable external trade route.

Unexpectedly, just when the officials at Krippleburg were racking their brains and still finding nothing, they easily solved the biggest problem with an "apology gift".

At this point, Bronya couldn't help but laugh, and her serious expression faded.

"Well, the time as the Great Guardian is over. Now it's time to be your friend, Bronya. Thanks to this gift from you, we can finally convince those people outside to give you the gift we've always wanted to give you."

After saying that, two maids came over carrying a shield that seemed to be made entirely of amber and carefully handed it to Jiang Yan.

"This shield was left behind by the city builders in ancient times. Legend has it that it was made from fragments of the celestial comet wall—the Amber's Fortress."

"The Belobergs will never let their friends down. I hope this shield can guide you on your path to survival."

Oops, I'm being haunted by the Lord of Extinction! : Chapter 14: I can't help itching

"This is too valuable. I can't accept it." Looking at the large shield emitting golden light, Jiang Yan waved his hands repeatedly.

The Amber King dedicated almost all of his time and energy to building the Heavenly Comet Wall to defend against alien enemies. How could an ordinary person take even a fragment of it? Clearly, the city's builder was at least a Protector. How could he have the nerve to take a weapon worthy of being called a national treasure of Beloberg?

"It doesn't matter. What has always protected Beloberg is the will to protect him, not a weapon. This will is like wildfire. It is our greatest honor and responsibility to ignite the fire in the hearts of others, just like the city builders who came to this planet seven hundred years ago, holding high their flaming spears and strong shields, and igniting the will to protect him in our hearts." Bronya's decisive words made Jiang Yan feel ashamed in an instant.

After finally gaining the power of preservation, Jiang Yan felt a surge of pride, feeling that his understanding of the will of preservation surpassed that of most people on the planet. However, it wasn't until he heard the words of the young Great Guardian and recalled the selfless help the Silvermane Iron Guard had given him that Jiang Yan suddenly realized that compared to these warriors who had defended the isolated city from desperate situations since their youth, even though he had the strength and the will, he clearly lacked a soul tempered by the will of preservation.

Although Jiang Yan didn't think he would have such a realization in the short term, it didn't prevent him from responding to this sincere friendship with his heart. So Jiang Yan grabbed the shield, raised it, and said solemnly:

"Rest assured, the flame has been ignited. Whenever Beloberg is in danger, this shield will stand at the forefront of the battle line."

"Don't!"

"do not want!"

Unfortunately, it was too late for the two men to persuade. As soon as they finished speaking, a powerful vortex-like suction force suddenly erupted from the surface of the shield, instantly setting off a storm.

The tablecloths, decorations, murals, and even the tables and chairs in the direction of the shield were caught by the storm in an instant, flying towards the shield and then crashing into an invisible barrier. Even Silva and Bronya were caught off guard and stumbled suddenly before they could steady themselves.

Before the frightened Jiang Yan could put down his shield, he found that the storm and the invisible barrier had disappeared as instantly as they appeared, leaving only a mess in front of him.

"Misunderstanding! Misunderstanding! I didn't mean it!" Jiang Yan quickly raised his hands and declared loudly.

No matter how you look at it, it seems like he is assassinating the great guardian. If he is stabbed to death by the guards, how can he seek justice?

"It's okay. I didn't expect that your protective power has reached such a level. It's because we didn't explain it to you in advance." Bronya waved her hand with a frown on her face. After letting the guards who were running over retreat, she began to tidy up her makeup which had become a mess in an instant.

I had originally planned to finish the conversation and then slowly explain the magic of this shield to my friend, but who would have thought that this guy would swear an oath and inject the power of protection into it just after a disagreement!

"I haven't had the chance to tell you that your force field shield was imitated by me based on the function of this shield. However, this shield can only activate its true power when it is injected with powerful protective force. The effect of this power, well, now you know it." The originally scheduled tour guide, Shiluwa, also had an expression that was both amused and helpless.

"Then why don't you give this shield to Mr. Jeppard? He is more suitable for you than me!" Jiang Yan couldn't help asking.

If you are so powerful with the imitation product, wouldn’t you be invincible with the original product?

This question made Bronya and Silva look embarrassed for a moment, and finally Silva explained:

"Well, it's precisely because after Lady Alisa left, no one was qualified to hold up this shield anymore that the current Great Guardian system came into being. So, instead of putting it on display, why not let you use it to protect us? Just accept it with peace of mind."

"Oh, okay..." When searching for miracles, Jiang Yan read a lot of historical materials about Beloberg. When he heard what Shiluwa said, he knew that he had touched upon someone's family scandal, so he decisively stopped the topic.

One day, the first Grand Guardian, Alisa, suddenly departed for the Rift with her Flame Lance, never to return, causing great chaos in the nascent Beloberg. Ultimately, through compromise, her adopted daughter, Svetlana, was able to succeed her as Grand Guardian, establishing the current Grand Guardian selection system.

Although the history is vague, judging from the fact that this symbol of preservation can only stay in the display room, it is obvious that while Beloberg is united, selfishness and calculation are always inevitable.

"By the way, my friend, could you please stay in Beloberg for a few more days?" As both a beneficiary and a victim of the Great Guardian system, Bronya also didn't want to talk about it anymore and turned to another topic.

"I've recently been pushing forward preparations for the Sunrise Festival. It's a traditional festival of Beloberg. Due to the Rift and the blockade, regular celebrations have been suspended for years, and the people of Beloberg haven't experienced the vibrant festive atmosphere for a long time. If you have time, I'd like to invite you, my good friend who helped open up trade routes for Beloberg, to be our guest of honor and witness in person the hope you bring to Beloberg."

"Besides, the pioneer of the Starry Sky Train will also be attending the celebration. I believe that holding Lady Alisa's lance, she will be able to display her protective power in a way that will be of some use to you."

And such good things?