"Arbiter-General of the Reignbow? Where? I don't see one."
On the surface, Leon feigned ignorance, but inwardly he was already screaming, 'Holy crap!'
To think someone would actually blow my cover! How infuriating!
"My apologies, that was rude of me."
Having worked her way up in the Interastral Peace Corporation for so many years, Jade had at least some basic perceptiveness.
"Hmm… a re-emerged 'Galaxy Ranger,' is that it?"
It was obvious at a glance that this newly appointed Arbiter-General before her did not wish to expose his identity.
Since that was the case, she definitely had to play along.
If she didn't step in and take the blame for the blunder, it might sour the relationship between them.
The Hunt only has two famous factions.
An Emanator would likely come from one of those two.
If he wanted to hide his status as an 'Arbiter-General,' then 'Galaxy Ranger' was undoubtedly a good choice.
"Yes, 'Galaxy Ranger.' The Miracle God."
Leon nodded, very satisfied with her reaction.
Excellent. A wise person adapts to the circumstances!
"I am Jade, from the Strategic Investment Department."
Jade stepped forward, extending a pristine white hand toward him.
One listen and you could tell 'Miracle God' wasn't a real name. What kind of divine being would pick a name like that?
But it didn't matter. After all, she was also using a codename.
"Hello."
Leon returned the handshake politely.
"I hear the 'Galaxy Rangers' are famous for punishing evil."
Jade began with a light chuckle.
"Coincidentally, the 'Corporation's' philosophy is also to protect the weak with the strong, aspiring to bring shelter to all the disadvantaged groups in the universe."
"I have a proposal for a partnership that I'd like to discuss with you, sir, on behalf of 'Diamond.' What are your thoughts?"
Jade said seriously.
"Is this 'Diamond' bachelor of yours so indisposed? Why is it always you acting on his behalf?"
Leon asked casually.
"'Diamond' is currently occupied; otherwise, he would have certainly come to meet you in person."
Through her words, Jade subtly conveyed the importance the Corporation placed on him.
"What kind of partnership do you want to discuss?"
In truth, Leon didn't care at all who came.
"Please wait. We can talk aboard the ship in a moment. For now, let's wait for the Corporation to implement its belated rescue efforts."
Their clasped hands parted, and Jade shifted her gaze to Robin beside her.
"Miss Robin, please tell me everything that just happened."
The Corporation had established a cooperative relationship with this universe-famous superstar long ago.
Her singing voice could soothe people's pain and offer spiritual hope, but it couldn't provide the material necessities for survival.
Robin's 'Family' was just one branch among thousands of similar factions, and their reach did not extend across the entire universe.
But the Interastral Peace Corporation could.
This was what prompted the collaboration between them.
For the sake of her ideals, Robin traveled to every planet affected by war, acting as the vanguard.
After she resolved the spiritual despair, the Corporation would follow close behind with relief supplies.
Completely helping the local inhabitants escape the effects of the war.
Following this procedure, if nothing went wrong, the Corporation could smoothly absorb the planet in distress.
"'Celenova' came."
Robin said, still shaken.
Her words were brief, but that name alone was enough to explain the entire situation.
'Celenova's' arrival was equivalent to the Antimatter Legion's arrival.
And the Antimatter Legion's arrival meant another planet was about to fall.
"Celenova?"
Jade frowned.
Every member of the 'Ten Stonehearts,' one could say, is an incredibly busy individual. The tasks worthy of their attention are all of the utmost importance.
Logically, they wouldn't have time to act as anyone's bodyguard.
But the fact that she had been on standby on the ship showed that Robin wasn't just 'anyone.'
She was a task of the utmost importance.
This superstar's 'Family' governs Penacony, which was a bad debt on the Corporation's books.
Now that Penacony had prospered, many in the top brass wanted to reclaim it.
That was why they placed exceptional importance on Robin.
She was practically a semi-central figure in Penacony. Building a good relationship with her would make it easier for the Corporation to get involved later on.
"Was it an avatar or her true self that came?"
As she asked this, the corner of Jade's eye fell upon Leon.
The Corporation had only received the distress signal; they were completely unaware of the specific details.
But since Leon was here, it was a no-brainer who had dealt with 'Celenova.'
'Would the Xianzhou Alliance really take the initiative to make an enemy of 'Destruction'?' Jade wondered.
She couldn't make heads or tails of why this newly appointed Arbiter-General would appear here.
Was he on some secret mission?
If so, why would he risk exposure to kill 'Celenova'?
The two actions were completely contradictory.
In other words, there was a high probability that the Xianzhou Alliance had been targeting 'Celenova' from the very beginning.
"An avatar."
Robin answered truthfully.
If her true self had arrived, then without Leon's help today, everyone here would have died.
The gulf between an 'Emanator' and a 'Pathstrider' is exceedingly difficult to cross.
"An avatar, you say?"
Jade murmured.
Even the weakest avatar...
...is still on par with a demi-Emanator of the 'Ten Stonehearts' caliber.
Add to that the terrifying combat power the Antimatter Legion could unleash under 'Celenova's' command.
This should have been a grueling battle...
...yet Leon didn't look drained at all.
From this, one could tell that even among the many Arbiter-Generals, he must be in the upper echelon in terms of martial prowess.
"As famous as the Marshal..."
Jade mumbled, suddenly recalling the Xianzhou Alliance's evaluation of their new Arbiter-General.
"Miss Jade?"
Robin, seeing her zone out inexplicably, spoke up in confusion.
"...It's nothing. Were you caught in the crossfire?"
Jade snapped back to reality.
She put the matter of Celenova aside, choosing to first show concern for the major client before her.
"Thanks to the help of this Galaxy Ranger, I'm able to stand here unharmed."
Robin shook her head.
"Just in case, the Corporation's ship has a proper medical department. Let's have you get checked out there in a bit."
Jade noticed a slight weakness in her voice and made the kind suggestion, deciding to show some attentiveness.
"Your voice is a treasure of the universe. It would be a shame if it suffered any damage."
"You're exaggerating."
Robin chuckled, nodding in acceptance.
... ...
... ...
Aboard the Corporation's ship.
Robin went to the medical department. When injured, it's always best to be examined by a professional.
In a private space.
Leon and Jade sat facing each other.
"What's this partnership you mentioned?"
Leon scanned the spacious room.
It looked like a conference room, likely a place designated for private discussions.
"Before we discuss that."
"Mr. Miracle God, may I ask why you appeared on this planet?"
Although saying the name was a bit cringey, Jade managed to hold it in, thanks to her outstanding professionalism.
"Are you asking a 'Galaxy Ranger' why he would appear in a place suffering from oppression?"
Leon couldn't understand how she could even ask such a question.
His identity was plain to see. Shouldn't the reason for his presence here be obvious?
____
Our community goals are in full swing!
🎯 100 Powerstones unlocks +1 bonus chapter for all readers!
🚀 Once we hit 55 SUPPORTERS, I'll drop +5 extra chapters for every story!
🎉 There's a special welcome rate for all newcomers!
👻 Want in? Find Walnutchan on the (P) platform. You know which one! 😉