188: Lanstein System Port

Li Yang looked at Su Xia’s somewhat conflicted expression, pondered for a moment, and then seriously suggested,

“Su Xia, I suggest you apply for your own fleet, just like A Zhi. Judging from your performance during this mission on Planet B, your abilities in command and execution are excellent, and you have great potential for development.”

After all, the series of actions on Planet B, from the initial planning to the specific execution arrangements, were basically led and promoted by Su Xia, and she demonstrated outstanding capabilities.

“Since you, Teacher, have said so, then I will also go and apply for a fleet!”

A hint of excitement and determination flashed in Su Xia’s eyes, and then she looked at Li Yang with an expectant expression.

“Oh, and Teacher, if I encounter any difficulties in the future and need your help, please don’t refuse me!”

“Alright, you three.”

Li Yang smiled and waved his hand, his eyes filled with relief.

“If any of you encounter anything in the future that requires my help, just speak up and contact me anytime.”

After all, from a long-term perspective, these three students in front of him have immense potential. This way, he would also have three capable “his own people” reserved for future development… After a warm exchange of greetings with everyone, Li Yang checked the time, knowing that there were still many matters to attend to, so he decided to lead his fleet to leave Subspace first.

As for the two planets in Subspace that had completed their mission, after comprehensive life detection confirmed no biological signs, they would naturally be systematically planned for mining by the Empire and converted into resources.

“Pa’er, set the course for the Imperial Port of the Lanstan Star System.”

Li Yang stood in the center of the Command Room and issued an order to Pa’er.

“Yes!”

Pa’er responded quickly, and immediately, the entire fleet began to operate in an orderly manner, slowly sailing away from this mysterious Subspace.

Li Yang had been thinking about the grand prize he received for completing the mission—a brand new starship was waiting for him to claim.

Before long, the fleet successfully arrived and docked steadily at the Imperial Port of the Lanstan Star System.

The port was a bustling scene, with various starships coming and going, mechanical arms waving, and lights flashing.

As soon as Li Yang stepped off the bridge, he noticed two Staff members in neat, uniform work clothes, approaching him with quick and slightly urgent steps.

One of them, slightly taller with a professional smile, spoke first.

“Hello, welcome to the Lanstan Imperial Port. Our port’s fee policy is a flat fee of 10,000 star coins, regardless of the duration of the fleet’s stay. Additionally, if you are interested in the various starships displayed at our port and wish to learn more or have a purchase intention, you can consult us at any time.”

“10,000 star coins?”

Li Yang frowned slightly, pondering to himself that the price was indeed not low. In the past, this would have taken almost half of his monthly salary.

But he quickly realized that he had just been promoted to Captain, and his salary structure had been adjusted. A quick calculation showed that this should now be one-third of a month’s salary.

However, he then thought that if this fee ensured the fleet could dock here indefinitely, from a long-term perspective, it seemed to be within an acceptable range.

“No need to buy. I’m here to claim the starship from a previous mission reward.”

Li Yang waved his hand, clearly stating his purpose.

“Mission reward? Claim?”

When the two Staff members heard this answer, expressions of astonishment and bewilderment instantly appeared on their faces. They exchanged glances, their eyes full of confusion, clearly having never heard of such a thing.

“Please wait a moment, we need to inquire with the Director in charge about the specific situation.”

Although they were full of questions, they maintained a professional attitude, responded politely, and then hurried away to contact their superior.

Despite their confusion and inability to understand why someone would come to “claim” a starship, the two Staff members clearly saw Li Yang wearing a crisp Imperial military uniform, and judging from his appearance and demeanor, he seemed to be a very rare human race.

In the Empire, humans held a unique and highly regarded status. They dared not be negligent in the slightest and immediately reported to their superior.

Before long, a Staff member in a more formal and refined uniform was seen hurrying towards Li Yang’s direction with quick steps.

He looked slightly anxious, and faint beads of sweat appeared on his forehead, clearly having rushed all the way.

When he was a few steps away from Li Yang, he smiled broadly and respectfully asked,

“Hello, are you Commander Li Yang?”

Li Yang quickly replied,

“I am indeed Li Yang, but Commander… I can’t be called that yet. I’m just a Captain. You can just call me comrade. Calling me Commander is really too exaggerated.”

As he spoke, Li Yang repeatedly waved his hand, a hint of humility in his expression.

“Not at all, not at all.”

Director Vol quickly said, his eyes full of admiration.

“In my opinion, with your ability and demeanor, Comrade Li Yang, you will sooner or later be worthy of the title of Commander. I almost forgot to introduce myself, I am Wol, the Director in charge of the Imperial Port of the Lanstan Star System.”

“Hello, Director Vol.”

After Li Yang responded simply, he felt secretly anxious. After all, he only had three short months to handle all matters and really didn’t want to waste too much time on these pleasantries, so he went straight to the point.

“I wonder about this starship…”

Director Vol seemed to sense Li Yang’s urgency and immediately said,

“Regarding the starship, please follow me…”

With that, he turned and led the way, with Li Yang following closely behind.

The two walked through the bustling port corridor and arrived at the central department of the port.

The lights here were bright, various advanced equipment glowed faintly, and Staff members worked busily and orderly at their respective posts.

“Comrade Li Yang, what is displayed here are the starships reserved by our port.”

Director Vol pointed to a huge light screen, a hint of pride in his expression.

“According to the superior’s arrangement, you can choose any one of these starships.”

Li Yang looked up and saw the light screen densely packed with information on various starships, with numerous models that were dazzling.

From small, flexible starships suitable for short-range reconnaissance to large, comprehensive starships capable of long-distance interstellar missions, there was a wide variety to choose from.

“What model is the highest-level starship you have here?”

Since he had the opportunity to choose any starship, Li Yang naturally hoped to select the highest-grade and best-performing one, so that it would be more effective in subsequent missions.

Director Vol showed a look of regret, shaking his head slightly and saying,

“Although our Lanstan Star System port is under direct Imperial jurisdiction, its level is limited. The best starship we can currently offer is only of the Stellar class.”

Upon hearing this, a hint of disappointment arose in Li Yang’s heart.

In his heart, he had originally harbored the expectation of obtaining a Superstellar class starship, but after calming down and thinking carefully, how could a port in a small Galaxy, limited by resources and scale, have anything too good?

“Since that’s the case, then let’s first look at these Stellar class starships…”

Li Yang quickly adjusted his mindset, and as he spoke, he turned his gaze to the light screen, beginning to focus on the starship information displayed there.

As his gaze moved across the light screen, Li Yang carefully compared the various parameters, performance characteristics, and applicable scenarios of each starship.

After a thorough examination and deliberation, he selected the two most outstanding starships from the many available.