"Go back and prepare a list of the resources you currently need, as well as your future development plan. I will review it and provide you with assistance."
I will not send a fleet to interfere with the existing systems in the Morton and Eris star systems; you will be in charge of managing these two star systems on my behalf.
I will only designate a few military restricted areas, and I will take control of the Stargate. I will then send people to take over the Stargate.
"I need you to restore order to these two star systems and resume mining operations in the resource mining areas as soon as possible!" Zhao Chen gave Xu Yifan his first instruction after he had him stand up.
Xu Yifan nodded emphatically: "No problem, I will arrange all of this."
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Zhao Chen's handheld terminal flashed at that moment; it was a short message.
Zhao Chen glanced at it, somewhat surprised.
"You can go back now. This is my contact information. You can contact me directly if there is anything important in the future."
And remember, I can support a Xu family, just as I can support a Wang family, a Zhang family, and a Li family! Zhao Chen left his contact information with Xu Yifan and then turned to leave.
As for the last sentence, it was a reminder to Xu Yifan not to do things he shouldn't have done.
Looking at Zhao Chen's back in his military uniform, Xu Yifan secretly resolved to manage the two star systems that Lord Zhao Chen had entrusted to him.
This concerns the future of the Xu family.
Zhao Chen arrived at a luxurious restaurant.
"Lord Xiaolong? The master is already waiting for you in the private room." A man who looked like a butler walked up to Zhao Chen and said respectfully.
Zhao Chen was then taken to a private room.
Zhao Chen gestured for his female soldiers to wait outside, and he went in alone.
That was a tea room. Tea culture is a culture from ancient times, and it continues to this day. There are hundreds of types of tea in the Starry Empire.
Zhao Chen could smell a faint fragrance. He walked behind the screen and saw Governor Beifeng sitting behind the tea table, brewing tea. It was a red color.
"This tea is called Da Hong Pao, but its exact history is unclear."
Only three of its mother trees remain, producing very little tea each year.
"Even with the most advanced gene cloning technology, it's impossible to completely replicate this top-grade tea tree; we can only create its offspring," Governor North Wind said slowly, pushing a cup of tea in front of Zhao Chen.
Zhao Chen didn't know anything about tea, but after tasting this tea, he had an indescribable feeling.
"Why would you risk offending Marquis Beilang to take over those two star systems?" Governor Beifeng asked Zhao Chen.
"I just wanted to do it," Zhao Chen said with a slight smile.
Governor Beifeng was taken aback. He didn't ask Zhao Chen for the reason, and said to himself, "Actually, what you did is exactly what I wanted to see."
"I don't want Marquis Northern Wolf to get those two star systems, especially the Morton system."
"Then why did you choose to hand it over to him this time?" Zhao Chen asked, but he already knew the answer in his heart: "This is... the Empire's intention?"
Governor North Wind looked at Zhao Chen and smiled, "Think about it again."
"Is he a member of the Prince's faction? This Marquis of the Northern Wolf is a member of the Prince's faction!" Zhao Chen said.
Governor North Wind nodded and said, "Originally, except in very rare cases, the matter of bestowing rewards upon star systems was handled by the governor of that star system."
But just a few days ago, the Empire sent me a notice instructing me to hand over the Morton and Eris star systems to Marquis of the Northern Wolf.
The Marquis of the Northern Wolf family was already the second largest family in the Northern Wind Star Region. If he were to acquire these two star systems, along with the lords and nobles he had gathered under the name of the Prince's Party, he would be even more powerful.
Before long, they will be on equal footing with me in the North Wind Star Region.
This is an open conspiracy by the Prince Party to split the North Wind Star Region, but I have no way to stop it.
Well done, though!
However, from this day forward, you may become the target of the prince's faction, and the Marquis of the Northern Wolf will also see you as a thorn in his side.
Zhao Chen barely suppressed a laugh. Was he the target of the Prince's faction?
He didn't care at all. If the princes knew what Zhao Chen had done, he would definitely become the person they wanted to kill the most.
"It's alright, I'm not on good terms with the princes' faction anyway," Zhao Chen said casually.
Governor Beifeng looked at Zhao Chen with some surprise. He didn't expect that this kid wouldn't even flinch when he heard his words.
No wonder that old bastard Chu Changhe values him.
"That's good. I was worried that you wouldn't be able to handle the pressure."
"But don't worry, this North Wind Star Region is still my territory. Even if that Marquis of the North Wolf has the backing of the Prince's Party, he wouldn't dare to openly cause you trouble in this small area," said the Governor of North Wind.
The fact that they dare not approach her openly implies that something might happen between them in private.
Governor Beifeng stared at Zhao Chen, then changed the subject: "You should already know the current situation of the Starshine Empire."
"I know a little," Zhao Chen said.
Governor North Wind picked up three empty teacups and placed them on the coffee table.
"Currently, the Prince Party holds the most power in the Star Glory Empire. Once the Star Glory Emperor's health fails and he passes away, the Second Prince Qin Ming will succeed him."
Another force is the Chu family and me, these two old rascals. We don't want to get involved in the factional struggles, but the princes' party can't tolerate any dissent.
The day Qin Ming ascends to the throne, he will surely target us first.
The last force is naturally the few star regions that are currently maintaining neutrality.
But based on the current situation, barring any unforeseen circumstances, the princes' faction is virtually guaranteed to win.
"Is Emperor Xingyao truly unwell, or..." Zhao Chen asked curiously.
Governor Beifeng looked at Zhao Chen: "I know what you're thinking. Although the princes' faction is bold enough to fabricate the little princess's bloodline and the empress's affair,..."
But they still dared not force His Majesty to his death, for that was the absolute taboo of many families in the Starry Empire.
Your Majesty suffered from chronic illnesses during your youth due to several military campaigns, and these illnesses have worsened over the years. In addition, the news of the death of the eldest prince has caused Your Majesty to fall seriously ill.
According to the reports, His Majesty's lifespan will not exceed one year.
One year.
This seems to symbolize the countdown to the peaceful end of the Star Empire.
"Then what is your opinion, Governor?" Zhao Chen probed Governor Beifeng's intentions.
"We won't offend others unless they offend us. Actually, we don't care who becomes emperor. We just want to manage our own little territory and do what we can."
But the princes' faction won't tolerate us; the Marquis of the Northern Wolf is a pawn in their game.
Governor Beifeng looked at Zhao Chen: "In the future, there will inevitably be a war within the Starry Empire."
The Chuhe Starfield and the Beifeng Starfield are located on the border of the empire and are also close to two other empires. If the two empires hear of this, they may be attacked from both sides and be surrounded by enemies.
But Chu Changhe and I are both stubborn and have tempers as stubborn as donkeys.
We will not betray the empire or bring troops into our territory.
At the same time, we cannot allow ourselves to be slaughtered.
If it really comes to war, then let's fight.
I think you're a talented person. If things really come to that, I hope you can take Chu Xuan and my family and escape.
I had already made arrangements within a neutral interstellar power.
Once we get there, at least your safety can be guaranteed.
Zhao Chen looked at Governor Beifeng with surprise. He had thought that the other party wanted to talk to him to win him over, but he did not expect that it was to arrange a way out for him.
