130: The journey is about to begin

"Very well, you have made the right decision."

Zhang Huaiyuan turned his head to look at the others: "And you?"

Bang!

As soon as these words were spoken, seven high-ranking officials exchanged glances, put on their combat suits without hesitation, smashed through the conference room wall, and fled with all their might.

The Statue of Liberty has lost control!

She is openly supporting a Researcher named Zhang Huaiyuan!

These two pieces of news must be sent back to the family no matter what!

"Your Excellency, they are trying to tip off the others. Do you need me to stop them?"

Varian's expression changed, and he immediately asked for instructions.

Since he had decided to defect, he naturally had to consider things from his side's perspective.

"No need."

Zhang Huaiyuan watched the backs of the fleeing figures with great interest.

They have guts, but unfortunately, their brains aren't working right.

What gave them the illusion that they could outrun a starship with just their physical bodies? However, this is perfect for making an example of them.

With a thought, a projection appeared before everyone.

In the image, the seven were fleeing frantically toward a wormhole.

Clearly, they also understood that this was their only chance to escape.

Unfortunately, the nearest wormhole entrance was billions of kilometers away.

Just as they had flown away from the space station, over a hundred "legend series ii" starships warped onto their path.

As arcs of electricity surged silently, an invisible net, modeled after the SSS-Rank Star River Beast "Shadow Web," was cast.

The seven were instantly restrained in place, struggling frantically but unable to break free.

The hatch under one of the starships opened quietly, and dozens of white combat robots swarmed out.

Like streaks of light, they cut through the starry sky, the metal on their right power arms flowing to form sharp blades.

As they swung, the energy in their reactors was converted into cold blade qi through special inscriptions and slashed out.

Restricted as they were, the seven had no time to mount an effective defense, and the abilities they hastily activated were instantly shattered.

The blade qi slashed across their waists, and blood spilled into the void.

"This..."

The pupils of everyone watching this scene through the projection constricted sharply.

Although these seven were far less powerful than Gore, they were still Double A-Class existences. To think they died without even taking a single blow from standard mass-produced mechs?

Even the mechs of the legendary Star Alliance ace "Wings of God" legion could probably only do so much.

Even Gore was slightly shocked; that attack method was clearly identical to his "Blade Soul."

"I didn't expect Your Excellency's research into extraordinary abilities to have reached such a level."

The high-ranking officials who were originally dissatisfied with Varian's unilateral decision immediately put away their thoughts and settled down.

"Gore, I leave this place to you. The Statue of Liberty will split off a portion of her consciousness to help handle things."

"Understood."

Seeing the faint awe in everyone's eyes, Zhang Huaiyuan smiled faintly and withdrew the holographic projection.

He deliberately did not have the starships use overpressure gravity bombs to kill them instantly.

After all, the shock of an ordinary soldier killing a general is far greater than a fight between peers.

Of course, these few combat mechs were also the aces of the "Wings of Freedom series," perfectly integrating the Transcendence Level ability "Blade Soul."

In terms of damage per unit area, they are definitely not inferior to any thermal weapon.

Not to mention the high-ranking officials of the "Port of Friendship," who were shocked beyond belief.

Zhang Huaiyuan, whose consciousness had returned to the "legend generation ii" command ship, opened the star map.

Instantly, a panoramic projection of the vast starry sky appeared all around him.

"Your Excellency, within a 200-light-year radius of the Port of Friendship, there are a total of 3 factions that have publicly declared independence."

As the Statue of Liberty recounted this, several red-marked star systems in the chaotic star map zoomed in and appeared before his eyes.

"The first is the Yalik Family in the Kulha Star System, 37 light-years away from here."

"Their patriarch, Elo Yalik, is the Chief Regent of the Kulha Star System, personally appointed by the former Empire Head."

"Is there anything special about them?"

Zhang Huaiyuan clicked on the star system and asked, looking at the layout of the planets within.

"That place is the largest waste recycling and processing center in the northern region of the Empire. Usually, scrapped weapons and equipment are sent there, involving extraordinary interests. The Yalik Family has been deeply rooted there for a long time, and the wealth they have accumulated is no less than that of some Regents in the core region."

"Did you not manage things like this before?"

Zhang Huaiyuan asked curiously while browsing the data sent to him.

The Statue of Liberty's voice was slightly helpless:

"Your Excellency, these Regents personally appointed by the Head all have special privileges. According to the law, unless treasonous behavior is detected, there is no authority to judge them."

"It's fine, there will be in the future."

Zhang Huaiyuan reached out and gently patted the integrated device on his right wrist, comforting her:

"We will create the world we want together."

"My honor, Your Excellency."

The Statue of Liberty replied happily.

"Hmm... The Yalik Family openly possesses only three full fleets, but behind the scenes, they have built a well-equipped private army. However, at most, it is only comparable to a seventh-level warship, so the threat is not significant."

"The other two factions are about the same, or even inferior."

Zhang Huaiyuan examined the complete data provided by the Statue of Liberty, a relaxed smile appearing on his face.

"Your Excellency, do you need me to openly participate in the battle and seize control of their fleets?"

"No, that would be too wasteful. Before dealing with those truly powerful opponents, you only need to command the fleet in battle."

Zhang Huaiyuan waved his hand.

Exposing the news that the Statue of Liberty is on his side too early would alert everyone else.

It is best to utilize the information gap, deal with enough enemies at once, and, after successfully occupying the location of the Statue of Liberty's server, then reveal the cards.

This is also why he left Gore at the Port of Friendship.

Before things are stable, information leakage must be avoided.

"I believe that under your command, the Wings of Freedom legion will be enough to sweep away all obstacles."

"That is natural, Your Excellency. Soon, your prestige will resound throughout the Star Alliance."

The Statue of Liberty said as a matter of course.

"Perhaps."

Zhang Huaiyuan smiled noncommittally.

He actually didn't care much about these things.

It's just that possessing a massive power does indeed allow him to focus on his research better.

He hadn't forgotten that the mastermind behind the Disaster Zone was still hiding in the shadows.

That is a terrifying existence that forced the Star Alliance Head to flee in panic.

"First, unify this place, then go all out to deal with that terrifying existence."

Zhang Huaiyuan took a deep breath, having planned his goals in his heart.

He reached out to adjust the star map and set the destination to the Kulha Star System.

"Wings of Freedom legion, listen to my command: full speed ahead."

"The war has begun."