And so, time began to accelerate.
In the week before the gala, aside from necessary work, Chu Ze spent the rest of his time piloting the Cosmic Superman, sweeping back and forth along the routes set by Xiao Yi.
His targets were the remote, abandoned planets occupied by hostile forces.
These interstellar pirates usually preyed on unlucky passersby, but scattered in all directions when they encountered the main force of the Cloud Knights, proving to be extremely cunning.
But now, Chu Ze had arrived.
With no conspicuous trace of a large force, and with super high speed, these stronghold resources were all converted into fuel for the starship.
"These pirate strongholds really bring me joy!"
"After looting so much treasure, I won't have to worry about fuel for a short while!"
Inside the Cosmic Superman's main control room, Chu Ze leaned back on the soft sofa and opened his mouth slightly: "Ah—"
A Herta puppet immediately fed him a piece of cut fruit.
On the other side, another puppet was rubbing his shoulders and pounding his back, loosening his thighs.
There was also a dedicated atmosphere team standing by, constantly offering sincere praise: "Master Chu Ze is the best, Master Chu Ze is the greatest!"
He looked just like a decadent, extravagant aristocrat.
[Ding~ Schedule Reminder:]
[The Xianzhou Cultural Exchange Gala will be held tomorrow evening. Please plan your time accordingly and return in a timely manner.]
The projection of the short-haired Xiao Yi appeared before him.
Chu Ze stretched out his arms, and while having a puppet massage his muscles, he asked:
"How much have we earned these past few days?"
[Summary: In this operation, the total expenditure was 31 million credits, the total income was 262 million credits, and the net profit was 231 million credits.]
[Xiao Yi's sharp comment: Win!]
Very good.
It seems the Cosmic Superman is highly efficient.
If there were more time, and he completely cleared out all the pirates on the surrounding routes of the Luofu Xianzhou, the profits would probably be even more abundant.
[Reminder: Master's reputation has spread throughout the surrounding star systems, and the recognition of the Cosmic Superman has also greatly increased.]
[In the future, when encountering interstellar pirates, they will probably flee at the sight of you, just as they do with the Luofu's main force.]
Mhm, that's normal.
After all, interstellar pirates weren't NPCs; they wouldn't just stand there foolishly waiting to die.
[So, rather than raiding everywhere, Master should perhaps use some more efficient methods.]
[For example, using military force to support a puppet regime and impose taxes, or seizing rich colonies for capital accumulation. You could also smuggle high-profit gray market goods, or even warp to a remote planet to become the savior and head of state of an extremist faction...]
"Stop, stop, don't go any further."
Chu Ze quickly interrupted Xiao Yi's speech:
"I'm not that desperate for money yet, so all these proposals are reject... all shelved for later use."
These plans were time-consuming and labor-intensive, and required the establishment of a vast force to operate perfectly.
And compared to making money, his current priority was to go to the Herta Space Station and get on the Astral Express according to Elio's script.
As the saying goes, wherever the game's protagonist goes, there will be a sea of blood.
Traveling with the Express crew would definitely provide opportunities to fight against various powerful opponents, which was much more exciting than establishing colonies or raiding for taxes!
"If I'm really out of money, I can ask Silver Wolf, or borrow from Herta."
"So let's shelve these time-consuming and massive plans for now."
[Received. The plan has been temporarily sealed. Master can access it at any time in the future.]
"As for now..."
Looking at the last uncleared stronghold on the star rail navigation route, Chu Ze stood up from the sofa, a grin on his face as he rolled his shoulders:
"Let's clean up this area first, and then return to the Luofu!"
Power erupted.
A launch start.
Chu Ze soared from the starship, his whole body falling rapidly like a high-speed meteorite:
"Maaaaaaaaan!!!!!!"
The interstellar pirates on the surface looked up, their faces instantly changing:
"Look out! It's the madman Chu Ze!"
"How did that guy appear here?"
"He's definitely going to knock us to the ground and then brutally loot our supplies!"
"Quick, activate the anti-air weapons! Fire, fire!"
"No, it's too late!"
"He's about to hit!"
"Aieee—"
BOOM!!!!
A body landing.
The earth cracked.
A huge crater appeared on the ground. The impact, like that of a cosmic monster landing, directly crushed the nearest pirates to dust.
But the interstellar pirates were not to be trifled with. They were desperadoes, and each had a lot of blood on their hands.
Seeing that they couldn't escape, they all ignited the power of their Paths or operated the base's weapons, unleashing their damage on Chu Ze.
However, in the face of Chu Ze's violent and thick power of Destruction, these attacks were only at the level of tickling.
His already amazing physique, coupled with the enhancement of the Stellaron, made him like a mobile fortress that no one could shake!
"I, your grandpa Chu Ze, have a kind heart and can't bear to see people die before my eyes..."
Chu Ze showed a compassionate expression:
"So let's just use the cannon. I won't leave you a complete corpse."
"Heavy Armor Xiao Yi 19C, fire!"
High in the atmosphere, the massive starship began to operate.
The pirates looked up in horror and saw the last sight they would ever see in their lives.
A crimson pillar of light fell from the sky, its heat seeming to melt the very earth, directly enveloping most of the enemy units.
The pure energy that destroyed everything didn't even give the pirates time to scream. When the roar disappeared, only a few seriously injured and vomiting blood Pathstriders were left.
"Fierce Eagle Swoops on its Prey!"
"Black Tiger Snatches the Heart!"
"Tornado Destroys the Parking Lot!"
Pow! Pow! Pow!
After quickly dealing with the survivors, Chu Ze waved his hand, and immediately, many drones flew out from the Cosmic Superman and began to skillfully loot the supplies.
Watching box after box of valuables being transferred to his starship, Chu Ze stretched and showed a very refreshed expression.
Phew, fighting is still more fun.
It feels like the pleasure of strolling down the street in new underwear on the first day of the new year!
...
...
[Ding~ You have a new unread message]
His pocket suddenly vibrated.
Chu Ze casually pulled over a drone, sat on it, and opened his phone.
It was a message from Herta.
Herta: Where are you?
Herta: Didn't you say you were coming to hang out with me soon?
[Chu Ze]: Busy with work.
[Chu Ze]: And I want to chat with you online first, build up some basic favorability, and then come find you after some groundwork.
Herta: No need to build it up, you've already passed.
Herta: Come find me.
A very direct statement.
As expected of a unique woman with a distinct personality.
[Chu Ze]: Fine, I'll finish up with the gala tomorrow, and then I'll set off the day after tomorrow or the day after that.
Herta: Got it.
Herta: 「Transfer to you: 1,000,000,000 credits」
[Chu Ze]: ?
[Chu Ze]: What's this for?
Herta: Your travel expenses.
Herta: Don't even think about saving money by using half-warps + wormhole transfers. Just go full speed, full warp over here.
Herta: If you run out of fuel, come to the space station to refuel. It's all free for you. In short, just get here.
Just by looking at her words, he could feel the rich emotion.
Chu Ze was suddenly a little confused.
What's going on?
Did her favorability suddenly skyrocket?
Or is she also feeling a bit unsatisfied and wants to develop a further relationship with her blind date?
[Chu Ze]: Do you like me?
Straight to the point.
A direct attack.
A lightning-fast rejection.
Without hesitation.
After a round of attack and defense was completed in an instant, Chu Ze helplessly tapped the screen:
[Chu Ze]: Then why do you suddenly want to see me?
Herta: Because there's a problem with the Simulated Universe.
[Chu Ze]: What universe?
Herta: The Simulated Universe.
[Chu Ze]: Simulated what?
Herta: The Simulated Universe... stop interrupting.
Herta: My Simulated Universe contains all things. As long as the computing power is sufficient, even an Aeon can be simulated.
Herta: But you, I can't seem to deduce. Or rather, the result is a string of messy, meaningless numbers.
Herta: You must be hiding a great secret. Frankly, I'm very curious.
Herta: I was already a little interested in you, and now my interest has grown even greater.
Herta: So hurry up and take care of your business, and then come to the Azure Star to see me.
So it wasn't an emotional longing, but a curiosity about his secret.
However, Chu Ze didn't know what was so special about him.
If he had to say, it would probably be the fact that he retained memories of his past life.
Of course, Herta had given him so many benefits. If he could help her on this trip, he would do his best.
[Chu Ze]: Type 1 for express service.
Herta: 111
[Chu Ze]: Received. Setting off the day after tomorrow, full warp speed. I'll be at the space station entrance in half an hour at most.
Herta: Good, I'll wait for you at the space station.
Herta: Don't you dare stand me up!
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