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Upon learning of the research breakthrough, Li Yang and his group dared not delay for a moment and immediately rushed towards the research Space Station.

Along the way, everyone hurried, their hearts filled with anticipation for the new discovery.

As soon as they entered the research Space Station, Li Yang quickly walked towards Hua Dong and asked eagerly.

“Comrade Hua Dong, what is the new discovery?”

His eyes revealed a strong thirst for knowledge, and his entire being was gripped by this news.

“It’s like this...”

Seeing Li Yang and the others arrive, Hua Dong immediately stepped forward and began to report the research results from this period in an orderly manner.

“Based on our continuous monitoring and analysis over the past few days, we found that after a short burst of that Rule Force, there will be a period of emptiness. The key is that, according to our judgment, this period of emptiness should allow our starship to successfully enter the target planet.”

As he spoke, he raised his hand and skillfully operated the console a few times, displaying a huge and clear light screen to show Li Yang and his group their discovery in detail.

On the light screen, two massive and magnificent galaxy-class starships stood ready, their hulls gleaming with the cold light of metal, showcasing powerful technological strength.

Their main cannons slowly adjusted their angles, aimed at a seemingly blank area ahead, and then two dazzling beams of energy, like two enraged dragons, roared out.

However, just as the beams were about to touch that area, an invisible Rule Force instantly appeared, like an indestructible barrier, blocking all the energy beams.

The beams and the Rule Force collided, erupting with intense light and energy fluctuations.

But the starship’s laser Launcher did not stop, continuously pouring energy towards the invisible barrier.

As time passed, the originally indestructible Rule Force seemed to be gradually depleted of its power.

Finally, under continuous attack, the Rule Force seemed to be overwhelmed, and in the blink of an eye, it lost its effect.

The two energy beams seized this fleeting opportunity, passing through without hindrance, leaving two bright traces on the distant target.

However, this only lasted for about half a second, as if the Rule Force quickly recovered after a brief respite.

The invisible force condensed again, instantly returning to its original state, once again steadily blocking the subsequent lasers.

The video playback ended here, and Hua Dong paused slightly before speaking.

“This is the characteristic of the Rule Force we discovered. This brief period of emptiness is the key for us to enter the target planet.”

“So, you mean...”

Li Yang narrowed his eyes slightly, staring intently at the light screen as if to see through its mysteries, and slowly concluded.

“This Rule Force has an upper limit to its protection. As long as we can get the starship through the moment we break its upper limit, we can successfully reach the target planet.”

Li Yang couldn't help but murmur.

“It really is a simple and crude method...”

This seemingly direct breakthrough method, however, contained countless attempts and explorations by the researchers.

“Ahem...”

Hua Dong coughed twice, slightly embarrassed, seemingly noticing the emotion in Li Yang’s words, and quickly explained.

“Actually, this method was only discovered after we repeatedly researched and tried various solutions. After all, at first, no one could guarantee whether forcibly breaking this Rule Force would cause it to completely disappear or trigger other unforeseen consequences. After all, this Rule Force is mysterious and unpredictable, and we must treat it cautiously. But after a series of experimental observations, it seems we overthought it.

This Rule Force seems to have a certain inexplicable energy continuously replenishing it, keeping it at a certain strength. Moreover, based on my experience, it is highly likely to be closely related to the civilization existing on that planet. Perhaps, this is their unique way of protecting themselves.”

As Hua Dong spoke, he pointed his finger towards the direction of the target planet on the light screen, his eyes filled with certainty and contemplation.

“Since we have found a way to pass through this Rule, let’s not delay any longer and start acting immediately.”

Li Yang made a decisive decision, his words full of resolve and determination.

With that, he turned to Pal, who was standing by, and quickly and forcefully called out.

“Pal, go and prepare immediately, notify all departments to get ready. We will start the operation right away and ensure everything is foolproof.”

After receiving the order, Pal immediately turned to relay the instructions and organize the preparations for the various actions... In the vast and boundless starry sky, it was silent and mysterious.

Several starships, like steady behemoths, slowly sailed towards the area enveloped by the Rule Force, and the surrounding starry sky seemed to tremble slightly at their arrival.

To ensure the smooth progress of this operation, the fleet had made thorough preparations, specifically arranging various types of starships, from planetary class to galaxy-class, each carrying the hope of everyone to unravel the mystery, standing by in full readiness.

“Reporting to Captain Li Yang.”

A clear and strong voice from a subordinate came through the communication channel.

“All starships are ready, all systems are checked and normal, all personnel are in position, and operations can commence at any time.”

The voice carried a hint of tension and anticipation.

“Good, no time to lose...”

Li Yang’s eyes were firm and sharp, and he gave the order without hesitation.

“Begin operation now.”

“Yes!”

The response was as loud as a bell.

Following Li Yang’s command, two of the starships moved first.

These two starships slowly adjusted their hull angles, and their massive weapon systems slowly unfolded from the hull, like sleeping behemoths awakening and revealing their sharp fangs.

The dark muzzles were aimed at the target area, as if to see through this mysterious unknown domain.

Immediately after, two dazzling laser energy beams, carrying scorching energy and powerful impact, shot out, instantly piercing through the dark starry sky.

However, reality was just as shown in the previous research video; as soon as the laser touched the seemingly invisible area, it was blocked by a powerful and mysterious force.

The invisible Rule Force, like an indestructible shield, contended with the laser energy, erupting with intense light and energy fluctuations, weaving a breathtaking scene in the starry sky.

Under continuous and prolonged attack, the invisible Rule Force finally, as expected, experienced a brief failure.

The moment the laser energy successfully penetrated, like a signal gun, the other starships immediately sprang into action like arrows released from a bow.

In this mere half-second, several starships instantly maxed out their engine power, and powerful thrusters spewed out scorching plasma streams, propelling the starships forward like lightning.

However, the situation before them left everyone on board stunned, their faces instantly filled with shock.

The four starships that were originally rushing side by side towards the area that had lost the protection of the Rule Force, at the critical moment of almost successful entry, a sudden change occurred.

The Rule Force, which should have recovered after half a second according to the research results, suddenly returned to normal without any warning.

An invisible but powerful barrier instantly appeared, mercilessly blocking three of the starships.

Not only that, but the Rule Force seemed to have detected the intrusion of outsiders, and then launched a vibration attack.

In an instant, the three blocked starships shook violently, their hulls creaking as if they would disintegrate at any moment under this powerful force.

Fortunately, however, at this critical juncture, one particularly quick-reacting starship seized the momentary gap when the Rule Force failed and successfully passed through.

“Why is this happening?”

Lin Bi stared intently at the scene unfolding before him, his brows furrowed tightly into a “ Sichuan” shape, his eyes filled with doubt and confusion, and he couldn't help but exclaim.

“According to the conclusions drawn from previous research, this Rule Force should have a failure time of about half a second, but now it’s not even half a second. If not for one of the starships having exceptional luck and successfully getting in at that critical moment, this carefully planned operation would probably have been completely wiped out.”

Lin Bi’s voice carried a hint of lingering fear, as the scene just now was truly too dangerous; all their efforts could have been in vain.

At this moment, Brothers Hua Dong and Hua Xi, who were in charge of the research, had already opened the light screen of the research equipment at the fastest speed and were meticulously checking it.

Their eyes were fixed on the constantly beat data and charts on the light screen, their hands rapidly moving across the console, performing detailed analysis and interpretation of various data.

Every subtle change could hide a key clue to unraveling the mystery of the Rule Force.

“According to instrument analysis...”

After carefully reviewing the analysis results, Hua Dong straightened up slightly and slowly spoke, his tone steady yet with a hint of solemnity.

“The recovery speed of this Rule Force showed an abnormality at the moment the starship was about to enter, instantly accelerating significantly. It was precisely because of this sudden change that the failure time of this Rule Force was less than half a second, resulting in a significant deviation from our previous estimates.”

Hua Dong’s words caused everyone present to feel a sinking in their hearts; the rules they thought they had mastered seemed to become elusive again.

“Alright, don’t be too discouraged, everyone.”

Li Yang’s expression was calm, and he slowly raised his hand and waved it, his gaze sweeping over the slightly solemn faces of the crowd, and he said steadily.

“The Rule Force is inherently mysterious and beyond our conventional understanding, so some unexpected situations are normal. What’s fortunate is that, after all, one starship successfully got in. As the saying goes, where there’s one, there’s two, so we don’t need to be too anxious; there are always more solutions than problems.”

Li Yang’s voice was calm yet full of power, as if it gave everyone present a sense of reassurance, slightly easing the tense and oppressive atmosphere.

“Pal.”

Li Yang turned to Pal and asked with a serious expression.

“Which starship was it that just went in?”

Due to the sudden burst of Rule Force, the powerful impact caused the live footage to shake violently and become blurry, so Li Yang couldn’t clearly see the starship that successfully passed through at first.

“Reporting to Captain Li Yang.”

Pal responded quickly, his voice clear and strong.

“It was our fleet’s stellar-class Guard Escort Ship.”

Hearing Pal’s answer, Li Yang nodded slightly, and the answer instantly came to his mind.

He remembered that it was precisely the Imperial X-1 Guard Escort Ship that he had acquired with great difficulty through his outstanding military merit.

Li Yang pondered for a moment, recalling that the one in charge of commanding this ship seemed to be named... Carter.

Carter was an experienced and capable captain. With him leading this ship into that mysterious area, Li Yang felt a bit more at ease despite his worries.

As for the three starships that failed to pass through, they truly experienced a thrilling test under the sudden and violent counterattack of the Rule Force.

However, fortunately, under the full protection of the massive and super-defensive galaxy-class starship, like a mother hen protecting her chicks, it tightly shielded the other two smaller planetary-class and super-planetary-class starships behind its shield.

Under the indestructible energy shield and powerful defensive system of the galaxy-class starship, even though the Rule Force’s attack was fierce, like surging waves constantly crashing against a reef, the remaining two starships ultimately remained unharmed.

Especially the planetary-class starship; everyone felt lingering fear about it.

One must know that the starship destroyed last time was also planetary-class.

That painful experience was still vivid in their minds, so seeing the planetary-class starship survive such a fierce attack this time, everyone couldn't help but feel a wave of relief.

“Comrade Hua Dong.”

Li Yang’s expression immediately became serious, and he quickly walked to Hua Dong’s side, asking anxiously.

“Since we have successfully sent a starship into that area, is there a way to contact it now?”

Li Yang’s eyes were full of worry, as under the influence of this mysterious and powerful Rule Force, they had previously been unable to contact even the missing personnel on the nearby planet.

If they couldn't even contact the starship they had so painstakingly sent in, subsequent operations would undoubtedly fall into an even more difficult predicament, and all plans might be disrupted as a result, which was the situation they least wanted to see.

“Of course we can contact it.”

Hua Dong said confidently, his eyes sparkling with wisdom.

“During this time, although we have not yet fully deciphered the complex and mysterious protective mechanism of the Rule Force, we have successfully solved the problem of communication. After repeated research and experiments, we have developed a modified communication device that can effectively break through the isolation caused by the Rule Force. To ensure the operation is foolproof, I installed such a communication device on each of the four starships participating in this operation.”

As he spoke, Hua Dong walked with steady steps and quickly came to the operating light screen.

His fingers skillfully slid and clicked on the console, and a series of complex commands were quickly entered.

Immediately after, the communication light screen was successfully opened, and after a bright flash of light, Carter’s familiar and resolute figure appeared on the screen.