174: White dragon holding fruit, a pledge of power

The Great Wilderness, Dragon Gate Peak.

Within the Visualization Method's field of view, the changes to Dragon Gate Peak were still ongoing.

The cliff face peeled away, revealing the dragon bones within, with mysterious light flowing above them, appearing sacred and magnificent, utterly unique.

As the peeling continued downwards, an even more astonishing scene came into view amidst the collapsing landscape.

At the lower end of Dragon Gate Peak, what entered Qin Chi's sight were real, lifelike dragon corpses coiled there!

More than one!

They were dead, but they still maintained their appearance from when they were alive, lifelike and uncorrupted, as if solidified.

Dragon Gate Peak.

It was a burial ground for dragons, interring more than one dragon.

The changes to Dragon Gate Peak stopped here.

With the aid of the stone tablet on the peak and by employing the Visualization Method, Qin Chi was able to truly perceive the extraordinary essence of Dragon Gate Peak.

It showed no further changes, perhaps because dragons, these extraordinary creatures from myths and legends, were themselves supreme and transcendent beings.

Visualization, analysis, and absorption were the processes of the Visualization Method.

Under Qin Chi's gaze, his spiritual plane did not transmit any sense of danger, but neither did he gain anything. The transcendent essence of Dragon Gate Peak remained unmoving like a mountain. Continuous visualization yielded no further changes, and no transcendent factors could be extracted from it.

“Still not working—”,

Qin Jin closed his eyes, continuing his visualization, thoughts flashing through his mind: “After it became a dead object, transforming into Dragon Gate Peak, the danger level during visualization indeed decreased significantly, and no problems have arisen so far.”

“This should also be related to the stone tablet’s gift.”

“But creatures involved in myths and legends are still too powerful; even though it has died, it still contains divine mystery. With my current ability, I still cannot complete its [analysis].”

Thoughts flowed in his mind.

Qin Chi did not feel disappointed; instead, a hint of anticipation arose within him.

Dragon Gate Peak was situated right here. If he couldn't complete the visualization today, he could try again regularly in the future. As he continuously improved,

one day, he would successfully complete the visualization, allowing Dragon Gate Peak to provide other forms of assistance to him.

A thought flashed.

Qin Chi prepared to stop the visualization.

However, at this very moment, Qin Chi clearly perceived that as the visualization continued, an anomaly occurred within his Spirit Ruins, in the True Dragon Cave Heaven.

The third Cave Heaven.

The True Dragon Cave Heaven, which had just formed.

Named after the True Dragon, the clouds within the Cave Heaven now fluctuated, and power surged into Qin Jin's body, providing augmentation.

“There are still variables.”

“True Dragon Cave Heaven, Land of Dragon Burial—”,

The true name of a Cave Heaven is established by Heaven and Earth, representing Heaven and Earth’s assessment and judgment of a cultivator’s Cave Heaven. Now, the anomaly of the True Dragon Cave Heaven was undoubtedly also due to the emergence of Dragon Gate Peak.

With his wish power ready for defense, Qin Jin’s mind settled. While maintaining the visualization, he multitasked, activating his Cave Heaven!

Brilliant light bloomed around him. Behind Qin Chi, the True Dragon Cave Heaven manifested. Amidst the ethereal clouds, the white dragon swimming within it,

emerged from the Cave Heaven and appeared in Qin Chi’s visualization field, soaring towards Dragon Gate Peak.

“Heavenly Azure Method and Martial Arts have found a new point of convergence.”

“Cave Heaven and the Visualization Method are now cooperating.”

A thought flashed, and Qin Chi exerted his full power, unleashing himself.

The white dragon ascended Dragon Gate Peak.

It entered the Land of Dragon Burial within the visualization field, its dragon mouth opening to take a bite in the void, as if picking up something.

As the power within his Spirit Ruins circulated, Qin Chi could clearly perceive all of this. Light flickered in the white dragon's mouth, as it truly picked up a smaller transcendent factor within Dragon Gate Peak.

“Can I get more?”

A subconscious thought arose.

As the thought arose, a sense of crisis emerged from his spiritual plane.

This was the Visualization Method's built-in protection mechanism, and also the Martial Artist's own pre-warning system.

“It seems this is the limit.”

Making a judgment, Qin Jin was not greedy. He fully activated the True Dragon Cave Heaven, summoning the white dragon to return.

Within the visualization field, the white dragon returned, carrying its “fruit.”

Its body was slender, its dragon form swaying, directly entering Qin Chi’s physique.

After passing through his physique, some of the transcendent factors carried in the dragon's mouth remained, while the rest were brought into the Cave Heaven, heading straight for the True Dragon Cave Heaven.

“The process missed a step.”

“It lacked the step of analysis.”

After breaking through the limits of life, he himself had undergone significant changes. Ordinary transcendent factors could be successfully absorbed without any need for analysis.

Ultimately, so-called analysis is to understand the power essence of transcendent factors, to become familiar with them for better absorption. When one's own being is sufficiently extraordinary, this step is naturally omitted because one's body will autonomously complete it.

But...

The source of this transcendent factor was not ordinary; its origin was extraordinary.

Thinking of this, Qin Chi's spirit became highly serious.

The transcendent factor remaining in his physique split into two: one part merged into his primordial power, and the other part merged into his physique.

In a fleeting moment.

Qin Chi clearly perceived an incredibly scorching sensation throughout his body. In this instant, his primordial power fluctuated, and in a faint blur, Qin Jin seemed to see his primordial power transform into magma, flowing within his physique. On his skin, his skin actually began to peel, replaced by growing scales.

From their appearance, they were dragon scales!

This scene had not yet truly occurred; it was a premonition of his physique itself about to undergo an anomaly. If he did nothing, then it would truly progress to that stage.

“This doesn’t even count as conventional contamination.”

“Because this change itself, in the short term, also holds great benefits, even a form of amplification.”

A thought flashed by.

Qin Chi did not hesitate; at this moment, other methods were employed.

He had no intention of becoming a [Little Dragon Person] yet, after all, he couldn't be sure if this change was reversible.

In this instant, his primordial power surged to its extreme. He suppressed the integrated transcendent factors, and at the same time, within the Spirit Ruins, the Ling Xu Fire God opened his eyes.

Qin Jin sat cross-legged on the giant stone. Around him, spiritual power flowed out, forming a furnace-like shape centered on the Ling Xu Fire God. Within it, real raging flames emerged, burning his primordial essence, refining his body, and assisting his primordial power.

The premonition of the physical anomaly diminished. Qin Chi did not stop his actions. The Spirit Ruins Thunder Swamp trembled slightly, directly activating the inscribed character [Calamity]!

This was a calamity shaped by a deity from the Star Sea!

After Qin Chi revealed himself in this world, he also gained the recognition of Heaven and Earth!

Above Qin Jin, brush strokes ascended, forming the character for calamity!

Dragon Gate Peak was an extremely miraculous place, with abundant spiritual energy. Almost at the moment the 'Calamity' character formed, the clear sky above Qin Jin turned into dark clouds, with thunder surging within. A terrifying suppressive force spread to the surroundings, and the might of the calamity permeated the air.

The transcendent factors, already being suppressed and absorbed, had their activity greatly reduced and were rapidly absorbed during the refining process.

Calamity of Heaven and Earth.

This has always been an extremely terrifying thing; one must know—even dragons must overcome calamities and are subject to their punishment!

Time passed.

At a certain moment, Qin Jin suddenly stood up, opening his eyes, which shone brightly.

Within his physique, the ceaselessly surging primordial power was like a great river. If he exerted his full strength, one could truly hear the roaring sound of a great river amidst its flow.

“My physique has improved significantly, and my primordial power has grown remarkably.”

“The defense of the Grandmaster Domain is stronger.”

“The True Dragon Cave Heaven's digestion and growth will be smoother, likely due to their greater compatibility, as Dragon Gate Peak also provided assistance when the True Dragon Cave Heaven was forged.”

“This is an excellent place for cultivation and visualization!”

“If this continues—”,

Qin Chi's eyes lowered slightly: “With the help of Dragon Gate Peak, I have a great chance to break through the limits of life again, accomplishing a feat truly unmatched by anyone.”

“If Dragon Gate Peak has such efficacy, what effects will other ancient lands, if found in the future, have?”

Anticipation arose in Qin Chi's eyes.

While anticipating, he also maintained vigilance, looking down at Dragon Gate Peak below him: “Each visualization must be controlled, and there needs to be a time interval between two visualizations.”

“Otherwise—”,

“If something unexpected happens and I really turn into a Little Dragon Person, that wouldn’t be good.”

Two cultivation paths intertwined, forming a mysterious connection. Qin Chi had already initially determined his path. If his form were to change, it would not only affect his cultivation but also impact many other things.

Light flowed, and Qin Chi looked towards the stone tablet on the side.

“After leaping over the Dragon Gate here, I truly possess certain privileges.”

“If I had attempted visualization before leaping over the Dragon Gate, I would certainly have failed, and it would have also contained immense danger.”

Rising to his feet, Qin Chi stepped into the sky, his figure transforming into a streak of light.

“According to the time Candle Kite gave, I should have already arrived in the Weiyang Star System.”

“First, I'll return to the Tribe. The gains during this period have been immense. Since the Tribe has not yet encountered any turmoil, I will use the academy missions to consolidate and improve myself.”

Qin Chi's figure quickly receded into the distance.

Si Huo Tribe.

The azure lightning dark halberd descended from high in the sky, landing outside the Sacrificial Spirit Hall.

Since the appearance of the anomaly, Qin Chi often left the Tribe without concealing his presence, and the tribesmen had long grown accustomed to it.

Day after day, with each passing day, the Sacrificial Spirit Hall showed subtle changes. If this continued long-term, this hall might truly transform into a [Treasure Palace].

Outside the Sacrificial Spirit Hall, some tribesmen were waiting.

Seeing Qin Jin return, he bowed and said, “Lord Sacrificial Spirit, an outsider guest has arrived, and Elder Qi is currently entertaining him.”

Qin Chi's thoughts stirred, and his voice echoed in the other person's mind.

“I already know.”

At the same time, his perception fell towards a side of the Tribe.

“Shi Ri Tribe, Treading Clouds.”

Upon returning to the Tribe, while still in the sky, Qin Chi had already detected the arrival of the guest. He had a deep impression of this outsider Sacrificial Spirit, who was the first to respond to him when the ceremony began.

“Coming at this time—”

Inside the cockpit, Qin Chi's eyes flashed with thought, and his inner voice resonated in Qi Chuan's mind.

“Bring the guest to my residence.”

Eastern area of the Tribe.

After the Si Huo Tribe established diplomatic relations with other Tribes, a dedicated guest area was designated in the eastern region.

Qi Chuan was conversing with the Shi Ri Tribe's guest. The Shi Ri Sacrificial Spirit's wish power clone was about half human-sized and did not conceal its presence.

It sat in a seat, eyes slightly closed, looking as if it were resting with its eyes shut.

Hearing the mental message, Qi Chuan smiled kindly at the person opposite: “Our Tribe’s Lord Sacrificial Spirit has returned.”

“Please follow me.”

With that, he turned around, taking the lead.

As his words fell.

The Shi Ri Sacrificial Spirit, who had been resting with its eyes closed, opened its eyes and looked at the other tribesmen who had followed, a steady voice sounding.

“You may wait here.”

Giving an instruction, its ethereal figure stepped into the air, following behind Qi Chuan.

Seeing this, Qi Chuan was not surprised.

He was older and had seen too much; there were countless Tribes within the Great Wilderness, and Sacrificial Spirits were all strange and varied.

Some Sacrificial Spirits were extremely stable, not bothering with anything, and would not even appear unless the Tribe faced a crisis. Other Sacrificial Spirits, however, were full of a desire for control, actively managing Tribe affairs.

Similarly, even within this single type of Sacrificial Spirit, they were further divided into two major categories, good and evil, with entirely different attitudes towards their tribesmen.

The two figures walked towards the central area of the Tribe.

Upon reaching the entrance of the Sacrificial Spirit Hall, Qi Chuan stepped aside, allowing passage: “Lord Treading Clouds, please enter.”

He had already received Qin Chi's instructions through a mental message. Since the other party had come alone, it seemed they wished for an exchange between Sacrificial Spirits, and Qin Jin would not cause any unnecessary trouble.

Treading Clouds nodded.

It looked at the divine light enveloping the hall, a glow flashing in its eyes. Being a clone constructed from wish power, it took a light step and entered.

The wish power restriction inside was lifted, and it entered the hall.

Qin Jin, controlling the azure lightning dark halberd, sat on the throne. Seeing the other party, the azure lightning dark halberd raised a hand, and wish power surged, forming a seat.

“Shi Ri Sacrificial Spirit.”

“Please.”

A peaceful voice, imbued with authority, echoed through the hall.

Treading Clouds did not refuse, taking a seat. Its small body conveyed a sense of sitting upright and respectfully, its expression serious, as it slowly began to speak.

“I traveled all this way, and in most tribal territories, conflicts are occurring. However, within the Si Huo territory, it is extremely peaceful.”

“Si Huo Sacrificial Spirit.”

Its voice was steady, and it complimented: “It seems that in the last ceremony, you left a deep impression on the various Tribes. Now, all Tribes are intentionally avoiding you, unwilling to conflict with the Si Huo Tribe.”

Inside the cockpit, Qin Jin’s expression remained unchanged, and he calmly said: “For you to personally come to our Tribe at such a time, it must not be a small matter.”

“Shi Ri Sacrificial Spirit, whatever it is, you can speak directly.”

“Straightforward.”

Hearing this, Treading Clouds nodded: “Since that is the case, I will not beat around the bush.”

“The purpose of my visit is precisely to form an alliance with the Si Huo Tribe, for our two Tribes to cooperate!”

The Sacrificial Spirit, which only possessed the bloodline of a celestial dog, had a serious expression: “The emergence of this anomaly is currently only a small disturbance, not yet causing major waves.”

“But I once personally entered the anomalous area to explore, and its interior is extraordinary.”

“Si Huo Sacrificial Spirit, you are returning from leaving the Tribe at this time, so I presume you have also explored and understand it somewhat.”

“The anomalous area is so special that it will eventually cause great chaos. The distance between our two Tribes allows for an alliance, where we can watch out for each other and provide an extra layer of security in this great chaos that could erupt at any time.”

Speaking of this, it paused slightly: “If you agree, we can sign a contract with our will. With our combined strength, we can protect the Tribe without worry, and perhaps even seize this opportunity to further develop and strengthen the Tribe.”

Its tone was extremely serious, and the words it spoke seemed to have been carefully considered.

The words fell.

The Sacrificial Spirit Hall fell silent.

Inside the cockpit, Qin Jin's eyes flashed with thought, and his voice broke the silence.

“Why my Tribe?”

His voice was calm: “My Si Huo Tribe has just risen. Although the two Tribes have had quite harmonious contact during this period, it is still too short.”

Qin Jin scrutinized the other party: “Shi Ri Tribe Sacrificial Spirit, I need a reason that can convince me.”

On the opposite side.

On the seat, Treading Clouds straightened its body, its four limbs planted on the seat, as if prepared for this question, and said in a deep voice: “Because of you!”

Its voice was extremely powerful.

“Si Huo Sacrificial Spirit, Jin.”

“During your Tribe's ceremony, I already saw that you are extraordinary. Holding a ceremony could cause such a great commotion, far surpassing ordinary Sacrificial Spirits.”

“After this change in heaven and earth, I am even more convinced of this point.”

Its gaze swept across the Sacrificial Spirit Hall, and it said in a deep voice: “Among the surrounding Tribes, only your and my Sacrificial Spirit's residences have changed.”

“This means that there is a commonality between us.”

Speaking of this, it paused slightly: “Si Huo Sacrificial Spirit, you may not have revealed your identity, but I already know it well and understand your identity.”

It spoke with certainty, with an affirmative tone, and continued to speak, meeting the gaze of the azure lightning dark halberd.

“Although I don't know your race, the vast world contains myriad races. You should be like me, with ancient heritage contained within your bloodline.”

“Countless years ago, the protagonists of heaven and earth were humans.”

“Your origin, like mine, should be one of the alien race that followed humans at that time.”

“Only this way.”

“Can everything be explained!”

At this point.

Treading Clouds's eyes were sharp, staring intently at the azure lightning dark halberd.

What disappointed it was that the azure lightning dark halberd remained in place, looking exceptionally calm, without any fluctuations.

Inside the cockpit.

Qin Jin's thoughts raced.

“Bloodline heritage, following humans.”

“Is this another path different from the Tu Yang Tribe Sacrificial Spirit?”

In ancient times, the Tiancang Immortal Dynasty was at its peak. Humans could cultivate, and heaven and earth respected humans, with all races in the world bowing down.

Among them, there were naturally races that were closer to humans, following humans, and also receiving human assistance.

Now it seems that among these alien races that followed humans, there were also loyal existences. The heavens would also leave behind bloodline heritage, preserved to this day, and their descendants even chose to become Sacrificial Spirits, protecting a Tribe.

“So, the ancestors of this Shi Ri Tribe Sacrificial Spirit are very likely one of the divine beasts in the Classic of Mountains and Seas, the Heavenly Dog.”

“Only such an existence could leave behind the so-called bloodline heritage.”

A thought flashed, and Qin Jin, without changing his expression, asked: “Is your bloodline heritage complete enough?”

Upon hearing this.

A ripple flashed in Treading Clouds's eyes, as if confirming something: “You really are!”

It seemed to have finally found another one similar to itself in the world, its voice fluctuating, appearing somewhat melancholic: “It's not complete.”

“With the erosion of time and the thinning of bloodlines, I unexpectedly awakened my bloodline heritage, but it is already fragmented, with only bits of information.”

“What about you?”

Qin Jin pondered for a moment, hinting: “This change in heaven and earth is one of the methods left by ancient humans.”

“I've already guessed it.”

Treading Clouds nodded solemnly: “Everything has a cause. How could such a thing happen so suddenly?”

“Jin.”

To show closeness, it directly called out Qin Jin's name in the Great Wilderness: “The places where you and I reside have changed in this anomaly. This is the recognition of ancient humans for us!”

“However, this divine light cannot be concealed. Other Tribes will sooner or later know about this, and it is inevitable that they will have ideas about our two Tribes.”

“Precisely because of this, I came to find you in person, to confirm your identity, and to explain the stakes to you.”

“How about it?”

“Shall we form an alliance?”

“Yes.”

Qin Chi nodded.

The Great Wilderness is vast, and as the Si Huo Tribe continuously develops and grows, it also needs some trustworthy allies.

The Shi Ri Tribe, and this Sacrificial Spirit with bloodline heritage, who is close to humans, is currently a good choice.

“Good!”

With the goal achieved, Treading Clouds showed joy, and its will flowed, forming a chapter in mid-air.

Pledge of Will.

This is also a method of will. Sacrificial Spirits use this as a contract. Violators will suffer a weakening of their will.

Qin Jin used his will to perceive, and after confirming there were no issues, he left his will on it.

Seeing the contract signed, Treading Clouds nodded solemnly: “I have come all this way and seen that the Si Huo Tribe has already begun preparations. Jin, you are very farsighted.”

“After returning to my Tribe this time, I will also gather my tribesmen to mobilize and make preparations.”

“Great chaos is not necessarily not an opportunity.”

A fierce glint flashed in its eyes: “The Sacrificial Spirits of some Tribes are extremely harsh on their tribesmen, even bloody. I have long been accustomed to it. This is also a reshuffle!”

After exchanging a few words, Treading Clouds proactively left an object carrying its will, so that Qin Jin could contact it and transmit information through it.

That was a broken seal, clearly an ancient artifact preserved in the Great Wilderness to this day, with the effect of carrying will power.

Afterwards, the Shi Ri Tribe A group of people, came in a hurry and left in a hurry, departing the Tribe with the farewells of the Si Huo tribesmen.

Qin Jin, in the hall, contacted Qi Chuan, explained the alliance, and after a few more instructions, his thoughts moved slightly, and he disappeared.

The Great Wilderness.

In the northern region.

In the vast jungle, giant trees obscured the sunlight. There was a Tribe here, recuperating and multiplying. The houses and dwellings were all built against the trees, and the scale was not small.

In the central area of the Tribe.

The inside of a giant tree was hollowed out, quite spacious, and the interior decoration was simple but meticulous.

What was most striking was that around this giant tree, divine light emanated, enveloping the area.

Currently, more than ten figures stood inside the tree hollow, arrayed around. At the very front was a huge figure with a sense of decline spreading.

That was a one-horned sheep.

The Tu Yang Tribe Sacrificial Spirit, Qi Shan!

Compared to the will clone Qin Jin had seen, its true body was indeed old, with a sense of decay on its body, devoid of spirit, lying on the ground, its eyes seemingly half-open and half-closed.

At a glance.

Among the dozen or so people in the tree hollow, the captain responsible for that long journey, Xue Qi, and Sheng Yi, who was responsible for the initial communication with various Tribes, were all present.

At this moment, leading at the very front was a middle-aged man.

His face was ordinary, but he had an inherent bearing. Looking at Qi Shan in front, he said in a deep voice: “Lord Sacrificial Spirit, do we really have to leave our homeland and start migrating now?”

“Haven't we already made a decision?”

Qi Shan's voice also carried a sense of age: “Since a choice has been made, why procrastinate?”

“But—”

Another person spoke.

“No buts.”

In Qi Shan's old voice, a hint of sternness arose: “This migration is not easy for our Tribe. Along the way, we may encounter many problems.”

“But the more so, the more we must proceed early.”

Its voice was long: “If it were before, that would be fine, we could deliberate more carefully. But now, with this anomaly happening in heaven and earth, the Great Wilderness could become chaotic at any time.”

“I am still alive and can still fight, so I can send you to the final destination of the migration.”

“If I die, and you then migrate, in this sensitive period, our Tu Yang Tribe could face a disaster of annihilation, with unthinkable consequences.”

Its gaze turned to the person who first asked the question: “Sheng Fang, you are the leader, you should know the stakes involved.”

Sheng Fang nodded solemnly.

His gaze shifted, looking at Xue Qi and Sheng Yi: “Are you sure that the Si Huo Tribe is the best choice?”

“Sure!”

Sheng Yi's voice was firm: “According to Lord Qi Shan, that Si Huo Sacrificial Spirit is powerful enough to completely protect our Tribe.”

“Moreover—”

“Some Tribes are inherently very exclusive, and during such a special period, how could they easily accept us?”

“The Si Huo Tribe is different.”

“It rose after the Ancient Remnant Species rampaged, and it already gathered tribesmen from many Tribes to form the Si Huo Tribe. I have investigated, and the Si Huo Tribe also welcomes new tribesmen to join, and even has some rules regarding the joining of new tribesmen.”

“When we visited, we even saw another Tribe move its entire population to join.”

She said up to this point.

In front, Qi Shan's voice sounded again, attracting everyone's attention.

“This is the second reason I want you to depart now.”

Meeting the gaze of its tribesmen, Qi Shan coughed twice: “Chaos is inevitable, and the Si Huo Tribe will be no exception.”

“One Tribe wanting to merge into another is not a simple matter, let alone our Tu Yang Tribe which is not small in scale. In the beginning, there will inevitably be barriers between us, making it difficult to integrate easily. These are all problems that need to be overcome.”

“But there is no barrier.”

“That cannot be resolved after truly experiencing battle together, experiencing bloody battles, and becoming comrades.”

Qi Shan's words fell.

Sheng Fang did not hesitate, turning to look at the important figures of the Tribe present: “Give the order.”

“Let everyone start preparing. In two days, we will depart directly.”

“The survival of our Tribe depends on this one action!”

Qin's figure left the base and appeared on the starship.

He stepped out of the lounge and headed straight for the cockpit.

“Captain, we will reach our destination very soon.”

The moment he entered the cockpit, Candle Kite's voice sounded.

Qin nodded, first looking at the star map, then looking outside through the window.

At this time, he was already in the Weiyang Star System. Looking out through the porthole, the star sea, devoid of any facilities, appeared somewhat desolate. As they traveled, they rarely saw other starships.

“The unknown is the most terrifying.”

Qin Jin slowly exhaled: “The Corridor Star System has undergone extensive development, and traveling through the star sea there does not feel lonely. But this star region is still in the pioneering stage, and the mysterious star sea retains its original appearance.”

“Every pioneer who first explored the star sea for the Federation can be called a hero.”

“That was a comprehensive test of oneself, requiring unparalleled courage, unyielding will, and even the will to die.”

The starship moved forward. Qin did not cultivate, but adjusted his own state, ensuring that his condition was perfect to prepare for battle.

After several jumps, the surrounding environment changed dramatically.

At a glance, starships came and went, no longer as desolate as before.

Within the territory controlled by the Starfire Federation, star systems are also divided into two types: those with [life planets] and those without [life planets].

The latter are mostly incorporated into the Federation's territory and developed due to the existence of some special opportunities.

According to the Federation's past experience, if the first life planet is discovered in a star system, there are often other life planets, and the environment has commonalities. Therefore, the Federation's development of new star systems always starts with a life planet, forming a base point, progressing gradually, radiating throughout the entire star system, and finally completing the star system's development.

As they traveled, the number of surrounding starships increased again. Looking out through the porthole, a yellowish-brown planet entered their sight from a great distance. In the surrounding star region, there were fantastical, oddly colored nebulae, suspended in the star sea, still and unmoving.

Noticing Qin Jin's concern, Candle Kite, acting as a timely assistant, said: “Those are the remnants left after clearing the star sea anomaly.”

“Star sea anomalies are extremely special. After being cleared, they often leave traces, like scars left after human injury, which gradually fade with time.”

Outside that yellowish-brown planet, a temporary spaceport had already been built, and in the distance, a new large-scale port was under construction.

Starships of various sizes and models arrived here for identity authentication.

The fleet queued up, and after passing identity authentication, entered the port and proceeded to the planet via a specific landing route.

Candle Kite's voice sounded.

“Captain Qin Jin.”

“Our destination for this trip, your mission execution site, has been reached!”

“This is planet YX367 in the Weiyang Star System.”

“YX?”

“Does it refer to the two characters for 'anomaly'?”

Qin Chi's voice sounded.

“That's right.”

Candle Kite replied: “Because this planet was discovered only after clearing the star sea anomaly, its initial name is replaced by a code. Only after the cleanup mission is completely over will it have its true planet name.”