Chu Family
“Miss, this matter has caused a sensation throughout the entire Starry Empire. It’s the headline on the front page of the Starry Entertainment section!” A female adjutant stood beside Chu Xuan.
In front of Chu Xuan was a huge projection screen displaying various content about "Lord Xiaolong snatching Su family's fiancée in front of the Third Prince".
There are even videos and photos.
That image was used in all the front-page headlines.
In the transparent corridor, Zhao Chen, carrying Su Lan on his shoulders, gave an 'evil' smile to the T4 Star Emperor-class medium-sized aircraft carrier starship in the distance.
"She's quite photogenic." Chu Xuan's lips twitched slightly.
"Miss... are you... angry?" The female adjutant noticed that Chu Xuan's mood was off and asked cautiously.
"I'm angry? I'm not angry at all! Why would I get angry over something so trivial! I'm just taking a break from work and checking out the current events in the Starry Empire." Chu Xuan said, turning her head to process the documents on another screen.
“Um... Miss, you’ve already processed this document,” the female adjutant reminded her.
Chu Xuan's expression froze for a moment, then she coughed lightly, feigning composure: "I know, I'm just checking it again."
"You've been looking at this document for half an hour now," the female adjutant reminded her again.
Chu Xuan clenched her fists and glared at the female adjutant: "Can't I watch for another half hour? Will you die if you don't say anything?!"
The female adjutant lowered her head, not daring to speak again.
Chu Xuan rubbed her temples.
For some reason, even though she had known about Zhao Chen's plan for a long time, she still felt somewhat uncomfortable when she saw the related incident report.
Especially when I see those entertainment news reports and those images.
Chu Xuan inexplicably felt very bad and really wanted to bomb a few warships to vent her anger.
The female adjutant standing nearby already understood what was going on when she saw Miss Chu Xuan's expression.
She grew up alongside Miss Chu Xuan, and they had a close relationship.
That's why she dared to tease those people next to Miss Chu Xuan.
As for the matter between Miss Chu Xuan and Lord Zhao Chen, she also knew some of it.
Initially, their identities were merely for convenience.
But now it's clear that Miss Chu Xuan is genuinely interested in Lord Zhao Chen.
However, she herself is not yet clear about it.
My lady, who only knows about interstellar warships, has finally fallen in love.
The female adjutant felt as if she were watching her daughter grow up.
...
Late May, Galactic Calendar 3033
Zhao Chen's Xiaolong fleet returned to the Xiaolong star system with its'spoils of war,' while the outside world was still reeling from Zhao Chen's wedding-stealing incident.
However, the °• N 𝑜 v 𝑒 l i g h t •° marriage alliance between the Su family and the prince's faction was not delayed. The Su family arranged for another woman from the Su family to go back with the third prince, Qin Hu, and the wedding will be held in June.
At least on the surface, the Su family and the princes' faction have successfully formed a marriage alliance.
"Video communication connection established!"
With a notification sound, the image of Governor North Wind appeared before Zhao Chen's eyes.
"I didn't expect you to make such a big fuss this time." Governor Beifeng looked at Zhao Chen.
Zhao Chen shrugged and said, "If I don't make a big fuss, how can I get everyone's attention to me?"
"My latest news is that the Third Prince Qin Hu will lead the interstellar fleet to investigate your alleged involvement with the Princess Fleet, and if you do not cooperate..."
The Third Prince, Qin Hu, will be able to directly suppress the Xiaolong Galaxy with military force.
"Anyway, I reckon Qin Hu will definitely resort to violence against you then, so you need to be prepared," Governor Beifeng reminded him.
"I could have foreseen that, but there was war within the empire."
"Won't the empire intervene?" Zhao Chen asked.
Governor Northwind explained, "In the past, there would be minor frictions between the various lords within the Empire, usually involving battles between their interstellar fleets at the edge of the star system."
As long as the commotion isn't too big, the imperial high command will pretend they didn't see it.
However, if the matter becomes too serious, the empire will intervene to mediate.
This time, the actions of the Third Prince Qin Hu can only be considered his personal actions in a true sense, because the empire did not issue a clear decree.
However, everyone knows that the Third Prince's actions are entirely at the behest of the princes' faction.
They are forcing you, and at the same time, they are forcing me and the Chu family to cooperate.
In their view, your act of kidnapping the bride this time has undoubtedly given the princes' faction an opportunity to take action.
Therefore, at that time, any actions of the Third Prince will be tacitly approved by the princes' faction.
After all, the Star Glory Empire is currently in a special period.
"This opportunity was originally given to them by me," Zhao Chen said with a light laugh.
"So what are you planning to do? According to what I know, the Third Prince Qin Hu will personally lead five legion fleets this time. Although they are not formally organized, their combat strength belongs to the second-tier imperial army."
In addition, some lords would also send fleets to provide support.
I've heard that some lords supporting the Prince's faction are emerging within the North Wind Star Region.
Governor North Wind looked at Zhao Chen: "What do you need us to do?"
"Next, I need Your Excellency to pretend that nothing happened."
He acted cowardly, as if he dared not confront the princes' faction, and secretly spread the message that you were preparing to abandon me.
If you show weakness, those opportunistic guys in the North Wind Star Region will definitely think that you have already bowed down to the Prince Party.
At this point, they would surely present their pledge of allegiance to the Third Prince.
"At this moment, my existence is undoubtedly the most suitable pledge of allegiance for them," Zhao Chen said, squinting.
“But... in this case, I estimate you will be facing at least 20,000 interstellar troops! That’s too dangerous!” Governor Northwind said worriedly.
Twenty thousand?
Zhao Chen felt disdain. His assessment of the strength of the Dragon Slayer Legion within the Star Glory Empire had always been based on the time of the last insectoid disaster in the North Wind Star Region.
I have absolutely no idea how much the JF-17 Thunder Legion has grown to.
"If anything unexpected happens, I will contact you," Zhao Chen said with a smile.
"Okay. Remember, never take any risks!"
"We can't let you shoulder everything, what about us two old men, Old Chu and me?" Governor Beifeng said.
"I know."
Communication ended.
Zhao Chen sat in his office, looking at the entire star map of the Starry Empire that appeared in front of him after the video window disappeared.
Zhao Chen stood up and walked around the star map of the Starry Empire a few times.
Finally, he stared at the location of the Imperial Capital Star.
"Since chaos is inevitable, then let's start with a fire."
Let me order.
Zhao Chen raised his hand again, and the number of active interstellar warships of the Xiaolong Legion and various data appeared before his eyes.
And the number of interstellar warships that will be put into service each month in the future.
This is the source of his confidence to challenge the princes' faction.
The most frequently mentioned passage in future records about this battle is this:
In mid-2033 of the Galactic Calendar, the Battle of the Dragon Scorpion System cemented the Dragon Scorpion's legendary status! They officially entered the public eye, becoming invincible amidst the stars – The Star Alliance Chronicles.
