Zhao Chen looked at the T4 Vermilion Bird-class medium-sized interstellar cruiser that was undergoing final painting. The entire hull was painted with a red background and gold trim.
At first glance, it looks like a crimson divine bird soaring through the starry sky.
At this moment, the industrial robot responsible for painting is carrying out the final step of the work.
A crimson JF-17 Legion emblem was painted on the hull, along with the hull number "001".
This will be the first T4 Suzaku-class medium star cruiser of the Dragon Legion, but it will certainly not be the last.
"Reporting to the commander, the T4 Suzaku No. 1 ship has been completed and will undergo sea trials next," Chief Engineer Annie reported to Zhao Chen via video in a professional manner.
"I want to participate in the first test voyage." Zhao Chen's eyes were somewhat burning.
As the first voyage of the first T4 Vermilion Bird in the Xiaolong Legion, how could Zhao Chen miss such an important first time?
Annie hesitated for a moment, but ultimately agreed to Zhao Chen's request.
“Commander...” Akame looked at Zhao Chen with eager eyes.
Zhao Chen knew exactly what this guy was thinking.
Every starship captain longs to one day board a T4-class interstellar warship; it's something every captain dreams of.
"Get ready, you'll board the ship with me," Zhao Chen said.
"Yes!" Akame immediately went to hand over her duties to the others, and then set off with Zhao Chen.
Zhao Chen and his companion boarded the shuttle and headed to the T4 Suzaku-class medium-sized interstellar cruiser. At the same time, several small transport ships were attempting to dock with the T4 Suzaku.
These transport ships were carrying the crew of the first batch of T4 Suzaku-class medium-sized star cruisers.
As early as when the T4 Suzaku project was initiated, the relevant crew training had already begun.
They were all elite crew members transferred from various starships.
"Commander, the acting captain of T4 Suzaku is reporting to you that the crew is boarding the ship and taking up their respective posts."
"Test flights are expected to begin in two hours." Charlotte arrived early to greet Zhao Chen.
"Then I'll go to the bridge first," Zhao Chen said.
Zhao Chen and his group arrived at the brand-new bridge.
The bridge of a T4-class starship is more comprehensive and advanced than that of a T3-class starship, with floating crystal windows visible everywhere.
Zhao Chen walked to the captain's chair and sat down. The captain's chair hovered two meters off the ground. Zhao Chen looked around the entire bridge.
He closed his eyes and took a deep breath. This was his T4-class interstellar warship.
Akame, who followed, also suppressed her excitement as she looked at the bridge of the T4 interstellar warship.
She never imagined in her life [N O V E L I G H T] that she would have the opportunity to board the bridge of a T4-class interstellar warship.
Even... she might have the opportunity to command a T4 starship in battle in the future.
Charlotte then slowly walked onto the bridge, having previously inspected all the departments within the starship.
"Reporting to the Commander, all departments are on standby."
"A test voyage can be conducted." Charlotte looked at Zhao Chen.
Zhao Chen nodded: "Begin the test voyage."
"Yes." Charlotte raised her hand, and the command system instantly appeared in front of her in three dimensions, allowing her words to be immediately transmitted to various departments and positions.
"Sea trials begin; conduct self-tests of all ship systems and modules."
"The energy system has completed its self-check and is operating normally."
"The transmission system has completed its self-check and is operating normally."
"Weapon system..."
"Plug-in system..."
"Life support system..."
"The central control system..."
"Report, all system modules of the starship are normal and there are no problems," the crew member reported to Charlotte.
“Begin all 121 sea trial items,” Charlotte said.
The next second, the entire bridge wall became transparent, allowing a clear view of the outer space, just like a giant 360° glass porthole.
Zhao Chen sat in the captain's chair, admiring this beautiful scene.
The T4 Suzaku has completed all its sea trial projects.
"Conduct a speed test and enter normal navigation mode at maximum speed!" Charlotte ordered.
A speed data point appeared before Zhao Chen's eyes.
Current speed: 360 star speed.
The starship then accelerated at an astonishing speed, reaching a star speed of 630 knots in just a few breaths.
"Deploy the target units and fire using the weapon systems," Charlotte ordered.
One by one, the target drones were launched, and the weapon systems on the exterior of the T4 Suzaku targeted these target drones and immediately opened fire.
At an astonishing speed of 630 star knots, these weapons functioned normally and were able to accurately destroy targets.
"Enter Vermilion Bird Mode and release the target drone to test the weapon system." Charlotte proceeded to the next test item.
The T4 Suzaku's speed was further improved, increasing from 630 star speed to 910 star speed.
At the same time, the three bow guns automatically retracted into the ship's interior, leaving only smooth hull armor where the three bow guns had been, with no gaps visible.
After a series of weapons tests, the test was successfully completed.
Next came the second-gear Suzaku mode test, in which the twelve main guns retracted into the ship's interior, and the weapon system functioned normally at a star speed of 1400 knots.
"Activate the third-level Vermilion Bird mode." Charlotte issued the final test order.
Akame couldn't help but hold her breath when she saw this.
She had heard that the T4 Vermilion Bird's three-speed mode could reach a maximum speed of 2100 star speeds!
This is a normal speed that no interstellar warship in the entire Galactic Federation can currently achieve!
It could even be said that it left the second place far behind!
All the weapon modules of the entire T4 Suzaku were retracted into the ship's hull, making the T4 Suzaku resemble a crimson divine bird that had folded its feathers and was flying swiftly.
Zhao Chen and Chi Tong, who were on the bridge, could clearly feel that the surrounding celestial bodies were receding at an accelerating speed!
"This...this speed!" Akame felt her blood boiling.
Imagine a starship appearing on the battlefield so quickly.
If you don't have the ability to seize the opportunity to destroy it in one strike, or to form a tight encirclement with hundreds or even thousands of times more starships.
Then you will be subjected to continuous harassment and attacks from this interstellar warship, and you won't even have a chance to fight back.
Because your speed is simply not fast enough to catch up with the other side!
Ultimately, the T4 Suzaku-class medium-sized interstellar cruiser maintained a star speed of 2100 knots for an hour, and all data were normal.
This also signifies the completion of the sea trials for this T4 Suzaku-class medium-sized star cruiser!
"Commander, the T4 Suzaku has completed its sea trials. All trial items have been completed. Report complete!" Charlotte looked at Zhao Chen, her eyes filled with excitement.
