Chapter 525: Chapter 425: Preparations and Undercurrents

“Boss, we’ve safely arrived at White Bird Star.”

In the video communication, Li Qi’s voice remained calm and steady, and his report was concise and clear, without probing the reason for Qin Tian’s months of silence—as a subordinate, he only needed to complete tasks efficiently and should not overstep boundaries by seeking out his superior’s privacy.

Qin Tian nodded: “First find a place in the region to settle down. Moreover, you have seen Mingwang Planet’s environmental report; to establish yourself there, strength alone is not enough, comprehensive resource preparation is a must. You will lead this effort and jointly take charge with Poisonous Widow and Old Ghost.”

He was about to take his post on Mingwang Planet, and naturally, it was impossible to go alone. His subordinates would certainly come along, except for Feng Mochuan, who needed to stay at Lingfeng Trading Company. Li Qi, Old Ghost, Poisonous Widow, Xiong, Terreda, and numerous members of The Shadow Division and Barbarian Warriors would all accompany him to Mingwang Planet.

However, Poisonous Widow was once a wanted criminal, and Xiong and Terreda were also outsiders, though their identity problems were resolved by spending money. Nonetheless, in this highly guarded area of the Royal Star, it’s best to remain cautious.

Therefore, before leaving, he instructed Li Qi to first lead a team to settle down on White Bird Star within the Imperial Star orbit and wait for the major troops to arrive after he reached Mingwang Planet.

“Understood.” Li Qi nodded strongly.

The call ended.

Qin Tian stood in the command cabin of the spaceship, gazing towards the starry river through the porthole.

Mingwang Planet, initially known as the “life forbidden zone” within the Empire’s territory—covered entirely by glaciers thousands of meters thick, with year-round temperatures below minus 100 degrees Celsius. Once the perpetual night cycle sets in, the cold plummets to below minus 200 degrees Celsius.

More deadly is the thin atmosphere, with oxygen concentration less than a third of the main star; even Tier Five Spiritualists need equipment to survive long-term.

Although Mingwang Planet is listed as one of the “Eight Guardian Planets of the Royal Star,” its development history is merely a few decades long.

Only when the Empire’s planet transformation technology matured did the military first organize an expeditionary army to settle in, opening up a base in this extremely cold land.

As anticipated, beneath the glaciers and ice layers were countless terrifying creatures adapted to extreme environments—Ice Giant Tooth Beasts that could tear apart alloys, Shadow Iceworms that traveled through absolute zero conditions, and extreme cold jellyfish that fed on energy.

To defend the initial base, the Royal Army paid a heavy price, with countless casualties.

But this sacrifice also brought returns—the “value” of Mingwang Planet gradually became apparent: the thousand-year-old Profound Ice buried under the ice layers is the core material for crafting low-temperature resistant equipment; perpetual star sand can enhance the stability of spatial devices or be used to create top-grade weapons; extreme cold mineral veins contain scarce rare metals for the Empire; precious Sky Frost Snow Lotus thrives in glacial crevices…

These treasures are like magnets, attracting various forces to flock over, with exploration teams, caravans, and mercenary corps continuously pouring in. Coupled with the advancement of planet transformation projects, Mingwang Planet gradually gained popularity, forming several human settlements.

Yet despite this, the extreme cold environment still remains an impassable chasm—over 90% of the planet remains wild, untouched by human feet, with undeveloped resources lying dormant beneath the ice layers. Its bitter cold compares to the far eastern region of Siberia on a bygone era Earth, intertwining danger and opportunity into a complex web on Mingwang Planet at this moment.

Qin Tian did not know what position he would take on Mingwang Planet, but preparations must be made ahead of time.

Apart from personnel, various resources must be prepared to adapt to the upcoming extreme cold environment.

After finishing the call with Yan Qing and Li Qi, Qin Tian took out the Mythical Society insignia, regrettably missing the second gathering of the Mythical Society over the past three months.

He projected his Soul Power into the insignia, and several private messages streamed into his mind.

Sea King Poseidon: “Hades, why didn’t you attend the Mythical Society’s gathering? Did you encounter trouble?”

Sea King Poseidon: “If there’s trouble, you can tell us, maybe we could help solve it effortlessly.”

God of War Ares: “Hades, thank you for your Explosive Iron Ball, my problem is solved. Recently, I’ve collected a lot of Dragon Blood, including Tier Seven Black Dragon’s Essence Blood. I couldn’t give you the Blood Spirit Bead at this gathering but next time I will gather more Dragon Blood. If possible, please make more Explosive Iron Balls; I am willing to trade other treasures.”

True Martial Emperor: “Kid, still alive? Just give a word if so.”

Athena: “Hades, I need a batch of Explosive Iron Balls, at least ten thousand, the more the better. Contact me directly if necessary, and we will trade at the next gathering.”

Qin Tian looked through the private messages from these individuals and replied one by one.

To Poseidon: “Poseidon, I’m fine, the trouble has been resolved, thank you for your concern, see you at the next gathering.”

To Ares: “Ares, keep the Blood Spirit Bead for now, I’ll ask Duobao to craft a similar treasure for me. At the next gathering, I’ll prepare another ten thousand identical Explosive Iron Balls, apart from Dragon Blood, Dragon Tenders, Dragon Meat, Dragon Scales can all be used for trading, just collect them.”

To True Martial Emperor: “Here.”

To Athena: “Alright, as for the trading list, I haven’t thought it through yet; I’ll provide it in a while.”

Qin Tian withdrew the Mythical Society insignia back into the Spirit Space, his fingertip caressing the cool edge of the insignia—this circle is highly valued by him, especially now as he leaves the roots of Silver Gray Star to venture to Mingwang Planet to start anew. The resource network of the Mythical Society will undoubtedly save him a lot of trouble, becoming critical support in moments.

He leaned against the ship’s seat, his gaze falling on the flowing stardust outside the porthole, a hint of contemplation in his eyes.

Without any doubt, Mingwang Planet is a bitterly cold land. Though hidden beneath the ice layers are opportunities like thousand-year-old Profound Ice, extreme cold mineral veins, the minus two hundred degrees Celsius eternal night, thin oxygen, and terrifying creatures lurking beneath the ice still make most officials sent here inevitably feel a sense of bleak ’exile.’

Qin Tian initially thought as a rising star in the Seventh Bureau and of clone origin, that after being transferred from Silver Gray Star he would naturally fall under Marshal Lin’s command. Yet, the final transfer order was for him to take a post on Mingwang Planet.

He has never doubted Marshal Lin’s wisdom and vision, who likewise emerged from being a clone to ascend as one of the Empire’s Marshals. Every step and arrangement undoubtedly has profound considerations beyond his current comprehension.

Moreover, he fundamentally does not resist this transfer order—Mingwang Planet, though a land of bitter cold, is one of the Eight Guardian Planets near the Royal Star, essentially “under the emperor’s feet” and close to the Empire’s power center.

Furthermore, the development layout of this planet being still in its fledgling stage presents a platform where he can open up his capabilities and showcase his talents uninhibitedly.

However…

Qin Tian’s finger swiped across the optical screen, pulling up the Mingwang Planet data sent by Li Qi, his brow slightly furrowing.

The situation he will face next is likely ten times more complex than on Silver Gray Star.

He very well understands that his move to Mingwang Planet will likely put him face-to-face with the stationed Holy Blood Clan.

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