Chapter 192

Zhou Xuan and Xiang Xingluo looked at each other, seeing the light of hope in each other's eyes.

They realized that this Raynos, who called himself an interstellar explorer, might truly be the turning point they had been waiting for.

"Mr. Raynos, your help is of great significance to us."

Zhou Xuan stepped forward and said sincerely, "But we need to know, why did you choose to help us? What exactly is your purpose?"

Raynos smiled slightly, as if he had long expected them to ask this.

"It's simple: I was moved by your courage and wisdom. In this interstellar world full of war and strife, it is truly rare to see people like you who persist in justice and are unyielding.

Moreover, I also have my own mission—to explore the unknown and maintain interstellar peace."

206. 【Strengthen our own strength】

"I discovered that behind those strangers hides a cross-interstellar criminal organization, and their goal is far more terrifying than just controlling the Disaster Empire.

Therefore, I decided to step forward and fight side by side with you."

Upon hearing this, a hint of excitement flashed in Xiang Xingluo's eyes.

"Mr. Raynos, if what you say is true, then our cooperation will not just be for rebuilding our home, but also for exposing the conspiracy of that criminal organization and protecting the peace of the entire interstellar world."

Raynos nodded in agreement.

"Exactly. Next, we will jointly investigate the true identities and purposes of those strangers.

At the same time, I will also use my resources and connections to strive for more support and aid for you."

In the days that followed, Raynos became the most solid backing for Zhou Xuan and Xiang Xingluo.

The advanced technology and resources he brought greatly accelerated the reconstruction work of the Disaster Empire.

Automated construction robots shuttled through the ruins, re-erecting one collapsed building after another; ecological restoration devices released fresh air and pure water sources, allowing this land to gradually regain its vitality.

Zhou Xuan and Xiang Xingluo worked closely with Raynos to investigate the background of those strangers.

They discovered that these strangers were indeed inextricably linked to a cross-interstellar criminal organization called the "Shadow Council."

This organization not only attempted to control the Disaster Empire but also had a more grandiose conspiracy—to achieve rule over the entire interstellar world by manipulating the political and economic landscape between the stars.

Facing such a powerful enemy, Zhou Xuan, Xiang Xingluo, and Raynos did not retreat.

They used the intelligence and technical support provided by Raynos to formulate a series of meticulous plans.

They secretly contacted other planets and forces threatened by the "Shadow Council" to discuss countermeasures together; at the same time, they also strengthened their own strength and cultivated a loyal and powerful team.

Finally, on a dark and windy night, they launched an all-out attack on the "Shadow Council."

After a fierce battle, they successfully exposed the conspiracy of the "Shadow Council" and routed them in one fell swoop.

Those strangers who once rode roughshod over the Disaster Empire were also arrested one by one and received the punishment they deserved.

The post-war Disaster Empire welcomed true peace and prosperity.

Zhou Xuan, Xiang Xingluo, and Raynos stood atop the newly built castle, looking out over this land full of hope, their hearts filled with pride and satisfaction.

They knew that this victory did not belong to the three of them alone, but to all those who fought for justice.

"Mr. Raynos, thank you for your help."

Zhou Xuan said affectionately, "If it weren't for you, we might never have been able to emerge from this haze."

Raynos smiled and shook his head.

"You're welcome, Zhou Xuan. It is you who let me see hope and courage, and also let me understand what true interstellar peace is.

I believe that in the days to come, you will continue to protect this land and let peace and prosperity continue forever."

Xiang Xingluo also stepped forward and held Raynos's hand tightly.

"Mr. Raynos, you are not only our ally but also our friend. We will always remember everything you have done for us."

The three of them looked at each other and smiled; the friendship between them no longer needed words.

They knew that in the days to come, no matter what difficulties and challenges they encountered, they would move forward together and face them together.

207. 【Express support】

Because on this land full of hope, they shared a common belief and pursuit—that is, to protect justice and maintain interstellar peace.

Night fell, the stars were sparse, and Zhou Xuan and Xiang Xingluo stood inside an abandoned warehouse; everything was quiet, with only the occasional sound of wind from afar breaking the tranquility.

In a corner of the warehouse, a faint beam of light illuminated their determined faces, their eyes flickering with resolve and unease.

"Are you sure this is the best way?"

Xiang Xingluo asked softly, her voice carrying a hint of imperceptible trembling.

She looked up at Zhou Xuan, her brown-black eyes filled with complex emotions—both fear of the unknown and a longing for victory.

Zhou Xuan took a deep breath and looked back at her with a firm gaze:

"This is our only chance. Only by facing them directly can we completely dismantle this cross-interstellar criminal organization and protect our home."

Just then, a figure walked out from the shadows of the warehouse; they were wearing black tight-fitting clothes, their face hidden under a hood, revealing only a pair of sharp eyes.

This was their mysterious ally, an unknown existence possessing highly advanced technological power.

"I have prepared all the necessary equipment and intelligence."

The mysterious ally's voice was low and powerful as they handed over two small backpacks filled with high-tech equipment, "But please remember, this operation is extremely dangerous; we must act with caution."

Zhou Xuan took the backpacks and nodded: "Rest assured, we will be careful. The people of the Disaster Empire are waiting for our good news."

The next morning, sunlight filtered through the cloud layers, spilling over the ruins of the Disaster Empire.

Zhou Xuan and Xiang Xingluo stood before a broken stone tablet, surrounded by hundreds of people of the Disaster Empire.

They were dressed in rags, but in their eyes burned an inextinguishable fire of hope.

"Fellow countrymen!"

Zhou Xuan's voice echoed in the empty ruins,

"We can no longer sit and wait for death; we must take the initiative and fight for our home!"

A murmur arose in the crowd, filled with both worry and excitement.

Xiang Xingluo stepped forward and added gently but firmly: "I know this is very difficult, but as long as we are united as one, nothing is impossible. For our future, we must bravely take this step."

Encouraged by Zhou Xuan and Xiang Xingluo, the people of the Disaster Empire expressed their support one after another; they clenched their fists, their eyes flickering with firm light.

A team composed of elite warriors was quickly assembled, ready to follow Zhou Xuan and Xiang Xingluo on this unknown journey.

After several days of careful preparation, Zhou Xuan, Xiang Xingluo, and their team, under the cover of their mysterious ally, boarded a stealth spaceship and quietly approached the headquarters of the cross-interstellar criminal organization.

This was a huge planet located in a remote galaxy, its surface covered with complex defense facilities and patrol fleets.

The spaceship landed silently in a dense forest on the planet, and Zhou Xuan and Xiang Xingluo led the small team to act quickly, using high-tech equipment to avoid layers of surveillance and patrol teams.

They passed through the dense forest, crossed cliffs, and finally arrived at the outer perimeter of the criminal organization's headquarters.

However, as they cautiously approached the target, an ominous premonition suddenly welled up in their hearts.

Zhou Xuan stopped and signaled the team to pause.

He looked around and found that the surrounding air seemed to have frozen, and even the sound of the wind had disappeared.

"¨¨ There's an ambush!"

Xiang Xingluo exclaimed in a low voice, quickly activating the small radar scanner in her backpack; the screen immediately displayed a series of red dots—those were the enemy's patrol teams and hidden snipers.

208. 【One of the leaders of the empire】

"We've been tricked!"

Zhou Xuan said in a deep voice, "Retreat quickly!"

But it was already too late; the enemy's attack surged like a tide, artillery fire filled the sky, and the entire sky was shrouded in smoke and fire.

Zhou Xuan and Xiang Xingluo led the team to resist with all their might, but the number of enemies was simply too great, and their strength far exceeded their imagination.

The battle was exceptionally fierce, and Zhou Xuan and Xiang Xingluo had almost exhausted all their ammunition and physical strength.

The warriors beside them fell one by one, and blood stained the land beneath their feet.

Zhou Xuan's left arm was hit by shrapnel, dripping with blood; Xiang Xingluo's right leg was also injured, making her movements exceptionally difficult.

"We cannot just give up like this!"

Zhou Xuan gritted his teeth, using all his strength to swing the energy sword in his hand, cutting off the enemy's offensives one after another.

Xiang Xingluo used her abilities to create brief cover and opportunities for counterattack for the team.

However, just as they were almost trapped in a desperate situation, a dazzling light pierced the sky.

The mysterious ally drove a spaceship equipped with advanced weapons into the battlefield, using the high-energy artillery and laser weapons on the ship to instantly clear a large number of enemies.

"403 Quick! Follow me!"

The mysterious ally's voice came through the communicator, "I have created an escape route for you!"