stjorthotic Chapter 868 Ten Thousand Warships
Chapter 868 Ten Thousand Warships
The message was quickly relayed back to the C10755 galaxy.
"Report!" A Valkyrie rushed into the command center, her expression panicked. "A conflict has broken out at the edge of the star system! Three of our patrol ships have been damaged!"
"What?!" The head of the secretariat stood up abruptly, his face turning ashen instantly.
"And..." the Valkyrie swallowed hard. "We captured some prisoners. We found a large number of weapons and communication devices on them."
"What were the results of the interrogation?"
"They are...they were sent by the surrounding first- and second-tier families!" The Valkyrie's voice was filled with barely concealed anger. "They are very likely acting under orders from the founding families like the Jiang, Ji, and Ying families!"
The head of the secretariat's face instantly turned so dark it seemed like it could drip water.
"Report this news immediately!" she said in a deep voice. "At the same time, strengthen the defenses of all planets!"
"yes!"
The order was quickly relayed.
The entire C10755 galaxy has entered a state of emergency.
Countless warships began to assemble at the border.
Countless Valkyries began preparing for battle.
However, what they didn't know was that this was just the beginning.
An even bigger storm is brewing.
……
Meanwhile, in the main star region.
Council Hall, Jiang Family Galaxy No. 1.
"Elder! News has arrived!" A high-ranking official rushed over, his face full of excitement.
"Speak." A glint flashed in Jiang Longsheng's eyes.
"Our caravan caused a conflict on the edge of the Qingyu family's starfield!" the high-ranking officer exclaimed excitedly. "And, they captured several of our people!"
"That's great!" Jiang Longsheng stood up abruptly, his cloudy eyes gleaming with excitement.
That's a perfect excuse!
"Now," his voice was cold and authoritative, "we can rightfully take action."
He turned around and looked at the many elders kneeling on the ground.
"Pass on my order—"
"All Jiang family warships are on high alert!"
"At the same time, contact the other founding families and tell them—"
"The time to act has come!!!"
A deafening cheer erupted in the council chamber.
"Yes, sir!!!"
Countless figures began to move.
Countless warships began to take off...
……
Galaxy C10755, Planet Xinggong No. 1.
The atmosphere inside the main hall was oppressive and suffocating.
The core members of the secretariat knelt on the ground, each of them as pale as a sheet.
They were Lin Qiye's eyes and ears in this star field, responsible for handling all daily affairs.
But at this moment, they brought news that was enough to shake the entire galaxy.
"Owner……"
The head of the secretariat knelt at the very front, his voice trembling uncontrollably.
"Urgent report from the front lines!"
"A large-scale fleet has been assembled at the edge of the Qingyu family's starfield!"
Her forehead was pressed tightly against the ground; she dared not look up.
"According to the scouts' reports, the flags flying those fleets... are the symbols of all the founding families: the Jiang family, the Ji family, the Yao family, the Ying family, the Sun family, the Xiahou family...!"
Upon hearing this, a collective gasp filled the hall.
All founding families!
That was the most powerful alliance in the entire Taurus sector!
"What's even more... even more terrifying is..." The head of the secretariat's voice trembled.
"The size of those fleets... conservatively estimated, exceeds ten thousand ships!"
"Among them are many powerhouses at the level of interstellar war gods!"
Ten thousand warships!
This is enough to sweep through the entire C10755 galaxy!
Meanwhile, their strongest fighters had already been taken to the ruins by their master.
The rest were just ordinary Valkyries, or even half-step Valkyries.
Given this disparity in strength, there's absolutely no chance of winning!
"Master!" The head of the secretariat suddenly raised her head, her beautiful eyes flashing with terror.
"What should we do?"
"Those founding families came with great force; they're clearly targeting us!"
"If they launch an attack, we won't be able to defend ourselves at all!"
Her voice betrayed an undisguised panic.
The other secretariat members also looked terrified and echoed his sentiments.
"Master, should we retreat first?"
"That's right! As long as the green hills remain, there's always firewood to burn!"
They chattered amongst themselves, each face etched with fear.
In their view, this was a war they were destined to lose.
The enemy was too powerful, and they were too weak.
Rather than waiting to die here, we should retreat first and preserve our strength.
however--
Lin Qiye simply sat there quietly, hands behind his back, his expression indifferent.
His gaze swept over the terrified women in the hall, and a faint smile appeared on his lips.
"withdraw?"
His voice was calm, yet it carried an undeniable authority.
"Where to retreat to?"
The head of the secretariat paused for a moment, then said, "Master..."
Lin Qiye's voice was calm, yet it sent a chill down everyone's spine.
"The warships of those founding families have indeed arrived."
"And it's not just about provoking us."
He turned around, his gaze sharp as a knife, staring directly at everyone in the hall.
"That old bastard Jiang Longsheng has already given the order for a full-scale attack."
"Their target is not just the C10755 galaxy."
"It also includes the 075 star sector, as well as all my influence throughout Taurus."
These words immediately caused an uproar in the hall.
"What?!"
"A full-scale offensive?!"
"This...how is this possible?!"
The secretariat members looked even paler.
They thought the other party was just there to provoke them, but now they realize that they came to exterminate their entire clan!
"Master!" The head of the secretariat's voice trembled, "Then we..."
"Let me finish."
Lin Qiye raised his hand, interrupting her.
"They thought that I was just an extension of myself outside, and that I had no power to back me up, so they could do whatever they wanted to me."
A slight smirk played on his lips, and a hint of mockery flashed in his eyes.
"But what he didn't know was—"
"This is not just a clone, but also my true self!"
"Master," the head of the secretariat began cautiously, "what do we need to do?"
Lin Qiye did not answer.
He simply gazed quietly at the starry sky outside the window, his eyes as deep and unfathomable as an abyss.
"I have some news for you."
His voice was calm, yet it carried an undeniable authority.
"From today onwards, all palace planets will enter a state of first-level combat readiness."
"All soldiers, return to your positions."
"All warships, assemble!"
The head of the secretariat and others exchanged glances, all seeing a hint of doubt in each other's eyes.
"Master, but..." The head of the secretariat hesitated, unable to finish his sentence.
"But what?"
"Our fighting strength..." she bit her lip, "is probably insufficient to withstand the founding family's attack."
Lin Qiye glanced at her indifferently.
"Who said we should resist?"
The head of the secretariat was stunned: "Master, you mean...?"
"What I mean is," Lin Qiye turned around, his gaze sweeping over everyone in the hall, "this is a test."
"A test?" The crowd asked, puzzled.
"To test your loyalty."
Lin Qiye's voice was calm, yet it carried an undeniable authority.
"This time, the founding families are coming on strong."
"If anyone tries to desert or betray me—"
His eyes narrowed slightly, a cold glint flashing within them.
"It's not too late."
"But if someone chooses to stay, chooses to stand with me through thick and thin—"
The corners of his mouth turned up slightly.
"I will repay you handsomely in the future."
Upon hearing this, the head of the secretariat and others felt a mix of emotions.
Lin Qiye is giving them a choice.
He wouldn't stop them if they chose to leave.
If they choose to stay, it means they will be at odds with the founding families and the most powerful force in the entire Taurus constellation!
This……
"Master," the head of the secretariat took a deep breath and abruptly raised her head, "I am willing to die for you!"
"This humble servant is willing to stand with my master through thick and thin!"
Other members of the secretariat also expressed their views.
"I am willing to die for my master!"
"This humble servant is willing to stand with my master through thick and thin!"
Their voices converged into a torrent, echoing throughout the hall.
Lin Qiye watched this scene and a slight smile appeared on his lips.
"very good."
He turned around, his gaze falling on the starry sky outside the window.
"Remember the choice you made today."
"because--"
His voice was deep, yet it exuded a chillingly domineering aura.
"I will make everyone know what the price of betraying me is."
"It will also let everyone know what those who are loyal to me will receive."
A cold glint flashed in his eyes.
"Let those old fogies from the founding families see for themselves that their so-called all-out offensive is nothing but a joke in my eyes."
……
Meanwhile, on Planet Palace 2.
Jiang Tianlu was standing inside the command tower, watching the alarm messages constantly flashing on the holographic screen.
"Report!" A Valkyrie rushed over, "A large fleet has been spotted ahead! It's flying the flags of the founding families, such as the Jiang and Ji families!"
Jiang Tianlu frowned slightly.
The Jiang family...
That was the family she was born into.
That was the family she once served.
But now...
She looked down at her slightly protruding belly, a complex smile playing on her lips.
This place nurtures the bloodline of its master.
It was her greatest pride in her life.
"Elder," the Valkyrie beside him spoke cautiously, "what should we do?"
Jiang Tianlu took a deep breath, a resolute glint in her eyes.
"Tell all the sisters to prepare for battle."
Her voice was icy.
"Also, relay my orders—"
"From this day forward, Jiang Tianlu will no longer exist in the Jiang family."
"Only Jiang Tianlu from Palace No. 2."
The Valkyries exchanged glances, each seeing shock and admiration in the other's eyes.
The elder has completely severed ties with the Jiang family!
"Yes, ma'am!" they replied in unison.
……
Meanwhile, on Planet Palace 3.
The temporary commander arranged by Yao Suyun, who is also her younger sister Yao Sulin, also received the news.
Her face was somewhat pale, but her eyes shone with determination.
"Sister," she murmured, "you're right."
"Here, our master is our only support."
"Family? Those old fogies are just using us as pawns."
She took a deep breath and stood up.
"Pass on my order—"
"Yao family members, prepare for battle!"
……
Similar scenarios are playing out on every palace planet.
Those Valkyries who were once born into the founding families now all face the same choice—
Is it loyalty to the family or loyalty to the master?
The vast majority of people chose the latter.
Because they knew all too well how terrifying Lin Qiye was.
If these traitors were to switch sides now, what if Lin Qiye won...?
The consequences could be disastrous!
not to mention--
Their bodies carry the blood of their master.
Their children are the offspring of their master.
This bond is stronger than any vow!