488: Undercover investigation of Bian Longxing

After fully entrusting the handover work to He Dong, Captain Li Yang turned and returned to his starship.

The indifferent attitude of the Commander of the 88th Division still lingered in his mind. Although he understood the other party's dissatisfaction due to the sudden redeployment of troops, he was absolutely unwilling to lower himself to deliberately curry favor.

In his opinion, interactions between people should be based on mutual respect, and he was not one to make unrequited efforts.

Entering the starship, Li Yang went straight to the Command Room, where Pal was already waiting.

Li Yang's gaze was firm, and he spoke in a steady tone.

"Pal, to Bianlong Star..."

Bianlong Star holds a special status in the Longlan Star Cluster.

It stands like a solid gateway, straddling the Imperial border.

All foreign civilizations attempting to enter the Xili Empire from this border must complete complex procedures on Bianlong Star and receive permission before they can legally step into the Xili Empire's territory.

If they dare to enter rashly from space, it will be considered an invasion of the Xili Empire and will face severe retaliation from the Xili Empire.

Because of its unique geographical location and important function, Bianlong Star has become the most diverse and complex planet in the Longlan Star Cluster.

It gathers beings from different Galaxys and different civilizations, speaking a variety of languages and harboring all sorts of intentions.

The architectural styles on the planet's surface vary, with both towering Imperial-style structures and bizarre dwellings of alien civilizations.

The streets are filled with various strange smells, with hawking, arguments, and the roar of machinery intertwined.

Compared to other orderly and beautiful planets of the Xili Empire, Bianlong Star is like an anomaly forgotten in a corner.

Pal frowned slightly, his eyes full of confusion, and he couldn't help but ask,

"Captain Li Yang, aren't we going to the administrative center? According to standard procedures, as the incoming Speaker, you should report there first."

Li Yang looked into the distance and explained,

"No, let's conduct an on-site inspection first. Bianlong Star is a crucial part of my work as Speaker. It is the front line of communication between the Xili Empire and the outside world, with complex problems and potential risks.

If I can conduct a covert investigation first and gain an in-depth understanding of the actual situation here, I can formulate more practical plans for my work after taking office and better cope with various possible situations."

After hearing this, Pal's doubts immediately dissipated. He immediately straightened up, gave a standard military salute, and said loudly,

"Yes!"

Then, he quickly turned and began to arrange the journey to Bianlong Star.

Inside the starship, the Staff members became busy, and various preparations proceeded in an orderly manner... On Bianlong Star in the Bianlong Star System of the Longlan Star Cluster, sunlight bathed the bustling starship port.

This is the busiest area of the entire planet, with starships from different Galaxys and different civilizations flowing in and out, like an ocean of interstellar traffic.

At this moment, a massive starship slowly entered the port, with strong and sleek lines, its hull shimmering with metallic luster, exuding an awe-inspiring aura under the sunlight.

The starship's thrusters emitted a light blue glow, slowly adjusting its posture, and finally docked steadily in the designated berth.

"Oh my god, what model of starship is that? It's so big, and it looks very powerfully armed."

A foreign civilization member stood on the port's observation deck, his eyes wide like brass bells, his mouth slightly open, his face full of amazement.

He leaned slightly forward, pointing at the starship, his voice trembling slightly with excitement.

"Didn't you see the Xili Empire's emblem on it? This is clearly their military starship, and we can't afford to offend the people on it..."

Another foreign civilization member, who was clearly familiar with the Xili Empire, quickly said.

His eyes revealed a hint of fear and reverence, and he gently pulled his companion's sleeve, as if afraid that the other party would make some offensive move.

In the currently known cosmic civilization system, the Xili Empire stands like a towering mountain, the only seventh-level civilization.

Other civilizations are like tiny ants before it.

The gap between higher civilizations is comprehensive, not only reflected in technological level and military strength but also in culture, systems, and various other aspects.

This gap cannot be easily bridged by numbers.

It's like a group of tribal warriors armed with primitive weapons facing a well-equipped modern army; no matter how many people there are, they cannot contend with it.

Inside the starship, Li Yang stood in front of the mirror, carefully adjusting his ordinary Imperial Citizen clothes.

The clothes were simple in style, plain in color, without any ornate decorations, but they exuded a low-key quality.

Pal, who was beside him, also changed into casual clothes. Li Yang, along with Pal and several Imperial Soldiers wearing battle armor with stealth functions, walked down the starship with firm steps.

As the starship's hatch slowly opened, Li Yang and his group appeared in everyone's sight.

Stepping off the starship was like a stone thrown into a calm lake, instantly creating ripples in the port, and almost everyone in the entire port involuntarily looked over.

On Bianlong Star, Imperial starships of such a grand scale and obviously powerful armament are indeed extremely rare.

Normally, most of the traffic here consists of small starships or merchant ships from other civilizations. A large military starship carrying the Xili Empire's prestige, like a rare guest, attracts countless gazes every time it appears.

People stopped what they were doing, or peered out from their cabins, curiously examining the starship and the people disembarking from it.

In various dark corners of the port, many pairs of eyes were already fixed on Li Yang.

Some were greedy, thinking of gaining benefits from these Imperial people.

Some were full of vigilance, worried that Li Yang's arrival would affect their business or life, and there were also some mysterious gazes, with unknown purposes hidden behind them.

"Hello, comrade, please show your identification!"

Just as Li Yang had disembarked and not yet fully found his footing, several Staff members in crisp Imperial uniforms quickly stepped forward in neat formation, blocking their way.

Their expressions were serious and earnest, their eyes revealing professionalism and vigilance.

After all, this was the Imperial border, the first line of defense for the Xili Empire's security, and any slight oversight could lead to huge hidden dangers.

According to regulations, all outsiders must strictly present identification.

For Imperial Citizens, they must prove they are members of the Xili Empire.

As for foreign civilization members, they must first obtain a special pass issued by Bianlong Star before being allowed to enter this area.