"I...I saw something..."

"A planet... just gone? Gone? Gone?!"

"Good heavens! Zetalem has been reduced to ashes... not even a large piece of debris was left."

"There must still be quite a few people who didn't escape, right?"

"It's said that the place was quite empty after they fled, leaving only strange beasts and strange people."

"All I can say is, is this something a human could do?! This is practically divine punishment!"

"What kind of monster has Longhua Kingdom raised?! It's incredible!"

Although Zetalem was just an abandoned planet, a land of evil, it was still a planet with a relatively intact ecosystem. The fact that it was destroyed in a humane way was indeed a major event that shocked the entire interstellar community.

It is unknown how many countries are holding emergency meetings because of this.

Military experts are analyzing how Mingxi managed to destroy a massive man-made planet all by himself.

Scientists are trying to understand the principles behind planetary destruction at this approximate energy level.

Politicians are arguing about how to define this incident—was it a counterterrorism operation? Excessive law enforcement? Or... a declaration of force against the entire universe?

The general public, amidst shock and fear, etched the name "Mingxi" deep into their memories.

From then on, a new legend was added to the universe:

One person, shattering stars.

Not long after, Lan Yueliang and Chiyu returned safely, their auras noticeably stronger, making Xiaoyinhua, Liangjingjing, and the others green with envy.

fine.

The ones who benefited were Lan Yueliang and Chiyu; none of the three traitors got any advantage, otherwise it would have caused even more trouble.

After all, there are countless situations where one is afraid that their friend is suffering, yet also afraid that the friend is driving a Range Rover.

...

Outside the original coordinates of Zetalem, within a safe distance, a starship named 'Cloud Shuttle' is parked in the darkness.

This is an interstellar battleship that is over three kilometers long. It originally belonged to the Kaman Empire of Yunhai Star, but was later abandoned for various reasons.

It was bought by a small faction on Zetalem and eventually became an unremarkable space pirate ship.

Inside the bridge, Captain Zhao Zhenhai stood with his hands behind his back in front of the main screen, looking solemnly at the still spreading dark golden dust cloud.

Beside him, the deputy captain, helmsman, radar operator, communications officer... all the bridge crew held their breath.

They had just witnessed a miracle—or rather, a divine punishment.

And the one who inflicted this divine punishment is flying toward them.

"Captain, the target is rapidly approaching and is expected to reach Landing Pod 3 in two minutes. Her target is indeed us."

The reporter's voice sounded strained.

Zhao Zhenhai sighed and said he regretted it.

I deeply regret it.

Even if they beat him to death, made him shitless, gave him a hundred billion, and exposed all his dirty secrets online, he would never stay here to watch some planet's final countdown!

Now it's all right, isn't it?

We're in big trouble!

They've been targeted by the Great Demon King.

"...Captain, what do we do?"

Zhao Zhenhai silently turned to look at him, speechless. "What can we do?! What else can we do?!"

That big shot is already close to their starship. What other choice do they have but to welcome her aboard?

"Open the hatch of landing module number three and prepare to receive... Never mind, I'll go myself!"

"yes."

Two minutes later, Landing Module 3.

Once the air pressure was balanced, the hatch slid open.

Mingxi led Verina and Jin Yuanbao into the cabin.

Her long, golden hair was slightly disheveled, and her face was as pale as paper.

But every step was taken very steadily, though an old fox like Zhao Zhenhai could tell that it was a 'steadiness' achieved by forcibly squeezing out the last bit of strength from his body.

Behind her followed Verina Shadowsong, the young lady of the Shadow Raven, who was also pale-faced, her heterochromatic eyes still showing shock.

Further behind were nine pet beasts of different shapes and sizes. Although they had concealed their auras, the pressure emanating from these Venerable-level pet beasts still caused the staff inside the cabin to instinctively tense up.

Zhao Zhenhai took a deep breath, stepped forward three steps, stood at attention, and gave a standard Longhua National Army salute.

"Hello, I am Zhao Zhenhai, captain of the 'Cloud Shuttle'. Welcome, Your Excellency Mingxi, aboard!"

His voice was loud and clear, his posture was standard, and his eyes were firm. At first glance, he didn't look like a thieving space pirate, but rather like a proper soldier.

But if you look closely, you can see that his fingers trembled slightly as he saluted, and there was a fine layer of cold sweat on his forehead.

It is fear.

It is also awe.

Fear and awe of the power that can destroy a planet with one's own hands.

Mingxi raised an eyebrow. "You are... a citizen of Longhua? A former... soldier?"

"......yes."

Zhao Zhenhai's experiences are somewhat dramatic, and it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say they are epic.

In short, it can't be explained in just a few words.

Mingxi didn't intend to pry into the privacy of strangers, and after receiving a positive answer, she didn't ask any further questions.

"Captain Zhao, would you mind giving me and my friend a ride?"

Although she has a time boundary and a space bracelet, she is not so extravagant as to stuff a starship into her space.

Given her and Jin Yuanbao's nine circumstances, although they could freely soar through the starry sky without worrying about oxygen deprivation, Verina couldn't.

Moreover, if they traveled on foot, they would never arrive.

In situations like these, it's still necessary to rely on transportation.

Fortunately, the starships and spaceships weren't too far away, just to "watch the show."

If we let Xiao Yinhua suffer a bit during her space jump, she can still catch up with one or two ships.

"Of course I don't mind."

Zhao Zhenhai thought to himself, even if he minded, he couldn't say it. With Mingxi and her pets' strength, destroying one of his starships would be easier than stepping on an ant.

Even though she looks as weak as a docile long-eared cat right now, with no aggression whatsoever.

But her pets were fine.

They were eyeing us menacingly, which was quite frightening!

Of course, it's also very exciting.

No matter how frightening Mingxi's style of doing things is, her strength, status, and the strength of her pet beasts are undeniable. Even her enemies cannot lie and say that Mingxi's pet beasts are... not good-looking.

That's right. Despite Zhao Zhenhai's tough and rugged appearance, he's actually a sucker for good looks.

I have a particular fondness for beautiful, extraordinary creatures.

However, he concealed it well; all the pets he contracted were primarily focused on combat power.

Even a roughneck can clearly distinguish between reality and dreams.

This also made him particularly envious of Mingxi, because all of her pets were both powerful and good-looking, making her a true winner in life!

What a lucky woman!

"A quiet lounge has been prepared for you and Miss Yingge. This way, please." Zhao Zhenhai stepped aside to lead the way for them.

"Thanks."

Verina also thanked them.

On their way to the lounge, everyone they encountered stared at them, excitedly and stealing glances.

Mingxi could sense that those gazes contained curiosity, admiration, as well as fear and hatred.

For many, Mingxi is a demon that destroyed their homes and left them homeless.

Verina whispered in her ear, "They're afraid of you."

“It’s normal,” Mingxi said calmly. “I’m scared too.”

What are you afraid of?

"I fear that one day I will have to make the same choice again."

This time it's just an artificial planet, a dark hell filled with crime like Zetaliem. If she's destroyed, so be it.

There are definitely no major problems.

But what if this happened on other planets?

For example, Blue Star, or Green Star.

Could she really do something like that?

No wonder she's wanted across the entire galaxy.

This very source of birth and death, alas!

We've arrived at the lounge.

Zhao Zhenhai opened the door himself: "Your Excellency Mingxi, this is your room. Miss Verina is next door. If you need anything, please press the communication bell and someone will come immediately."

"Thanks."

Mingxi and Verina went into their respective rooms, while Jiubao followed Mingxi in.

The door closed.

Outside the door, Zhao Zhenhai let out a long breath and wiped the sweat from his forehead.

The vice-captain leaned closer and whispered, "Boss, is she really human?"

Zhao Zhenhai glared at him: "Nonsense! What else could you be but human?!"

"...But can humans shatter stars?"

Zhao Zhenhai remained silent for a few seconds.

“It is precisely because she is human, yet she has accomplished what only gods could do... that it makes it even more difficult for people to... know how to face her.”

Six hours later, the 'Cloud Shuttle' arrived at near-Earth orbit around the planet Yunhai.

Although the Cloud Shuttle is currently a space pirate ship, due to the destruction of Zetalem, the Cloud Sea Star has issued temporary passes to all 'distressed ships'.

The statement declared that regardless of the past circumstances of ships belonging to Zetalem, as long as they behave themselves, no further action will be taken against them.

Furthermore, the various countries of Yunhai Star have agreed to Longhua Kingdom's request to help receive refugees from Zetalem Star.

In fact, these countries are not in a difficult position.

Because Longhua Kingdom gave so much.

As a country with a leading international standing, establishing diplomatic relations with Longhua is an enticing condition in itself.

Even though the refugees on Zetalem are difficult to manage, these are minor problems that are not difficult to solve for Yunhai Star now.

As soon as the starship entered orbit, a communication signal was received on the communication channel.

"This is Liaison Officer No. 034 from the Joint Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kaman Empire on Yunhai Star."

A gentle voice came through the communication, "Cloud Shuttle, welcome home."

Zhao Zhenhai was stunned for a moment before he remembered that the Cloud Shuttle originally belonged to the Kaman Empire.

Surprisingly, it's quite heartwarming.

"Hello, this is Captain Zhao Zhenhai of the Cloud Shuttle. On behalf of the 36,982 passengers on board, I would like to thank the Kaman Empire for being willing to accept us."

He took another deep breath and continued, "Miss, I need to inform you of something. Lord Mingxi is currently on our starship. What do you think we should do?"

He dared not hide this matter and fail to report it.

Mingxi's identity is too sensitive right now.

Besides, he also wanted to get rid of this ancestor as soon as possible. His group of space pirates simply couldn't withstand her aura, even though she hadn't appeared in front of them at all these days.

But her very existence is a time bomb that could explode at any moment.

That's terrifying.

The guys have been under a lot of pressure lately, and they've all developed blisters on their lips.

We must send our ancestors away immediately!

As soon as Zhao Zhenhai finished speaking, he heard the liaison officer's breathing become noticeably heavier.

Then came the sound of something clattering to the ground.

Zhao Zhenhai suddenly felt at peace.

It seems he's not the only one afraid of that evil spirit.

"Hello, Captain Zhao, I am Yednet, the Joint Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kaman Empire!"

Good heavens!

One second he was just a liaison officer, the next he was a minister.

As expected of a divine being, this awe-inspiring power is cosmic level!

"Please inform Her Excellency Mingxi that the Kaman Empire warmly welcomes her arrival. We have prepared a welcoming ceremony of the highest honors. Please land at Sky Dome One Airport as directed!"

"clear!"

Sky Dome One Airport!

It is an airport used by the Kaman Empire to receive distinguished guests, and it is generally only open to national leaders of various countries when they visit the empire.

Even top-tier beast tamers have never received this kind of treatment.

Now, they're actually using it to host one of their space pirate ships!

This is quite the spectacle; he truly lives up to his reputation as a jinx.

Of course, this ❖ Nоvеl𝚒ght ❖ (Exclusive on Nоvеl𝚒ght) situation is not hard to understand, after all, Mingxi is not only a top-level beast tamer, but also the newly appointed pillar of the Longhua Kingdom.

The pillar of a nation represents its highest level of military strength.

Therefore, it is perfectly normal for Sky Dome 1 to be opened to welcome the dawn.

Moreover, many people are now speculating that Mingxi's strength is already the best in the entire league, and he is a true god!

It's understandable that the Kaman Empire would make a huge fuss to welcome her.

Zhao Zhenhai immediately notified Mingxi.

Mingxi didn't have any particular thoughts.

The Cloud Shuttle could not possibly take them back to Longhua Kingdom; going via Yunhai Star would be the most convenient option, and it would only be a matter of buying a ticket.

However, she still had to take the face given by the Kaman Empire seriously.

She nodded: "As they arrange."

Mingxi had naturally recovered from You Wuqiong's physical condition and had changed into a clean and elegant black cheongsam.

Although it's not a formal visit, she's representing the country, not just herself, so she still needs to be a little more mindful of her image.

The Cloud Shuttle, escorted by twelve Cloud Sea Star frigates, slowly landed at Sky Dome One Airport.

The hatch opened.

The sight before him moved even the well-traveled Zhao Zhenhai slightly.

The airport's welcoming passage was covered with a dark blue cloud-patterned carpet, and the Yunhaixing honor guard stood on both sides.

They wore silver and blue formal attire, held energy spears, and stood tall and straight.

At the end of the passage were several leaders of the Kaman Empire who had arrived at top speed.

The second prince of the Kaman Empire, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the highest-ranking official in charge of the airport all attended in person.

Further out, there were countless media cameras and crowds of people who had come to watch after hearing the news.

They waved the flags of Longhua Kingdom and Yunhai Star, as well as light boards for Mingxi and Jiuzhi. Although the cheers were weakened by the isolation barrier, their enthusiasm could still be felt.

But that's not the point.

The focus is on the sky. 𝐟𝕣𝕖𝐞𝐰𝕖𝚋𝐧𝗼𝚟𝐞𝕝.𝗰𝐨𝐦

In the center of the Milky Way, hundreds of drones are arranged to form a giant string of characters:

Welcome to the Kaman Empire, Lord Mingxi of the Longhua Kingdom and his pets!

This diplomatic courtesy is even more impressive than a personal visit by the elders of Longhua Kingdom!

Mingxi and Jin Yuanbao were actually quite country bumpkins, and had never seen such a scene before. They were all stunned!