316: Chapter 315 Preparations Before Leaving

"We understand, Boss. We will definitely do as you say."

The two didn't ask why. Although their abilities were slightly lacking, they were definitely shrewd operators now...

...

The next day... early in the morning, Zhao Yanan reported again:

"Boss, six alien races that only possess a single planet have applied to join our Chaos Star Alliance. The remaining eleven races are preparing for war; it seems they are getting ready to fight us."

"Director Liu sent intelligence stating that they have gained five more motherships, two hundred large warships, and a thousand medium warships. However, the models seem somewhat outdated; it is said that the Intelligent Human Alliance sold them to them."

"I see. These small races are really willing to pay a heavy price. Besides their own equipment, they've added so much more. We need to go buy some as well. Notify Old Wolf—isn't he free right now? Have him communicate with the Human Alliance and spend all the money earned from the last bet on warships. It should be enough to form five fleets, right?"

"Understood, Boss!"

"Mhm, we don't have enough time. If we need to buy warships, buy them... I won't feel bad if they get destroyed in battle, but we still have to build our own... other people's things aren't reliable... Alright, go get busy!"

Lu Qingfeng waved his hand, and Zhao Yanan departed.

He looked at the twenty-odd planets on the map.

He marked six planets in red and the remaining nineteen in blue.

The eleven races occupied nineteen planets, and they were all considered somewhat powerful races.

United, they were equivalent to one Three-Eyed Race—at least in terms of territory, though the gap in strength remained vast.

However, if the war reached the Late Stage, they might just step onto the field directly.

If Chaos Star annexed the remaining nineteen planets, it would be very unfavorable for them... At that time, even if the Intelligent Humans didn't act, they would make the Intelligent Humans and the Mohren Race take action.

Reasons and excuses could be found easily!

But he believed that for the first few years, everyone would fight a war of attrition...

As long as he didn't fight desperately, everyone would put on an act... The two behemoth forces, the Intelligent Human Alliance and the Human Alliance, would make a fortune from arms sales.

Sigh... it's still a lack of strength. If I were strong enough, why would it need to be so complicated?

I could just sweep through everything. That's why I need to travel ten thousand miles to find my own Dao.

To take myself up another level. By then, taking on a mothership directly would likely be a trivial matter.

What would he have to fear then?

It's possible even a Planet Destroyer Cannon might not be able to kill him in one shot.

Before the Immortals and Gods return, wouldn't I be free to roam as I please between heaven and earth?

But as of now, he still had no clue, other than noticing that his 'God' had shrunk a bit, nothing else had changed.

...

Another three days later.

Early in the morning, Zhao Yanan brought Han Chao's family over.

The couple left Han Xiao there with expressions of deep reluctance.

This little brat, however, wasn't afraid of Lu Qingfeng at all.

Then Lu Qingfeng took him home to see Old Lu and Mother Lu.

Old Lu was fine, but Mother Lu liked him immensely.

He then explained to Old Lu and Mother Lu that he was leaving to pursue the Dao...

"Xiao Feng, if you leave, what will happen to this child? Why not leave him with us? We'll teach him for you!" Mother Lu really liked the sensible Han Xiao.

"I plan to take him with me. I didn't understand before, but now I realize that Martial Arts must never be practiced behind closed doors. One needs to see everything in this Major Thousand Worlds. At Han Xiao's age, he needs knowledge beyond books to expand his horizons..."

"But he's only seven years old. Do you even know how to take care of a child?"

"Grandmaster, I can take care of myself. I don't need Master to look after me!" Han Xiao said seriously.

"Oh, Xiao Xiao is so good, much better than your Master was when he was little!"

Lu Qingfeng: ...

"Mom, after I leave, I'll need you to take on more of the burden!"

"I know, you brat. I'll keep an eye on Chaos Star for you!"

"Mhm..." Lu Qingfeng's real reliance was indeed his mother, currently the strongest person on Chaos Star besides himself.

Once piloting a mecha, she was unrivaled on this planet, enough to suppress any petty troublemakers.

Though the possibility was small, it was a precaution just in case.

In the evening, he met with the two women, Shen and Mo. During dinner, they weren't surprised because he had mentioned it to them long ago.

Instead, when they returned to Qingshan, each gave him a coat, leaving him unsure whether to laugh or cry—which one was he supposed to wear?

...

The next day... Lu Qingfeng met with Gao Qiqiang alone.

In the south of the City of Ten Thousand Races, at the original pig trotter noodle shop.

Although the place had a fresh new look, the shop was still in the same location.

"Boss, two bowls of pig trotter noodles!"

"Coming right up..." The owner responded and soon brought the noodles over.

The two chatted while eating their noodles.

"Brother Qiang, it's been hard on you these past few years."

"A-Feng... it's me who should thank you. I never imagined that I, a fishmonger, would one day be in charge of the daily lives of hundreds of millions—no, billions of living beings. It's not easy, but for me, I find it quite rewarding."

"Brother Qiang, I might be leaving for a while."

"Where to? For how long?" He put down his chopsticks and asked seriously.

"I don't know where I'm going, but I'll definitely be back within two years..."

"That's good then!" He picked up his chopsticks, took two bites, and continued: "A-Feng, you are the backbone of the Chaos Star Alliance. As long as you are here, the Chaos Star Alliance exists. If you aren't, no one can hold onto this foundation... Strength is the only thing that is eternal!"

"I know, that's why I'm going to pursue the Dao, to make myself stronger!"

"Mhm... rest assured, I'll guard the home for you!"

"Mhm... keep this safe." Lu Qingfeng handed him a token.

"If you encounter a problem you can't solve, take this token and go find the Grand Elder of the Elf Race. I've already spoken to her; she recognizes the token, not the person. She will help you deal with things you can't handle. However, I hope this token is never needed."

"Alright, I understand." He took the token and tucked it away.

The two laughed as they chatted about the past.

Lu Qingfeng indeed trusted him the most!

Of course, the final line of defense was his mother, Yu Shengyan...

If Mother Lu had to act, it would mean Chaos Star had completely fallen into decay—unless, of course, he himself was dead.

But preparations still had to be made!

That night, Lu Qingfeng called Zhao Yanan over and handed her a piece of paper.

"Ya Nan, this paper contains the subsequent Cultivation methods. Remember to trade with the Human Race in six months. It clearly lists what we need. If you need to add anything, feel free to do so... be bold... they are making a killing off our arms purchases right now!"