Full-Time Public Enemy

But regarding Aviloya, even now, the Star State had not given a proper response.

It was also evident that over the years, the Confederation had subtly gained a slight advantage in the clashes between Venerables.

If Chen Gu continued to grow... with his Star Battle Instructor abilities combined with high-energy weapons like Destruction Cannons and Laser Impact Blades, he could be nearly invincible in the Star Sea after reaching the Ninth Power Level!

The Star State and the Empire would inevitably be completely suppressed at the level of Venerable confrontations.

Since the Confederation's search team had already been so thoroughly trapped, they might as well be ruthless and completely bury Chen Gu's team of five on this planet!

However, when both of them looked towards Charles, the representative of the Freedom Alliance kept his head down, offering no response. Their hearts clenched, and they couldn't help but curse inwardly. Traitor!

At the same time, they were also sneering secretly. You were part of trapping the Confederation's search team too. We've long been in the same boat, with only one way to go—to the very end. Trying to distance yourself now? Too late!

They could also discern the Freedom Alliance's consistent approach from Charles's attitude: offend neither side and reap benefits by playing them against each other.

In politics, this was called "neutrality." To put it bluntly, it was like being grass on a wall, swaying with every breeze.

Benjamin sneered inwardly. I'm afraid the Freedom Alliance will be purchasing even more new weapons from the Confederation from now on!

The group climbed a mountain peak and found a sheltered, leeward cliff, allowing Zhou Buwu and the others to rest for a while.

Chen Gu constantly stood guard around the four, giving no one a chance to launch a sneak attack.

After resting for two hours, Zhou Buwu and the others recovered, and Chen Gu inwardly breathed a sigh of relief.

At this moment, Benjamin came over and said, "We should discuss our next move. You should elect a leader from among yourselves."

While speaking, Benjamin's gaze swept over Chen Gu and the other three Sixth Energy Level individuals in their group. Chen Gu remained expressionless but sneered inwardly. Such a superficial attempt to sow discord. Star State people are as self-righteous as ever.

Zhou Buwu said without hesitation, "Of course, it's Chen Gu."

The other two Sixth Energy Level individuals didn't speak, indicating their silent agreement. Chen Gu stood up, accepting the role. "We've just joined and don't understand many things. Please share your intelligence."

Benjamin pursed his lips. These Confederation people are too timid! All of them are Sixth Energy Level, yet they so easily submit to another?

He still wouldn't give up and said with a smile that didn't reach his eyes, "That's only right. However, I must remind Chen Gu that where we're heading next, we won't be facing insects. The abilities of a Star Battle Instructor might not be very applicable."

But Zhou Buwu and the other two remained expressionless. Benjamin's attempt to sow discord had failed again.

Three useless idiots! Benjamin cursed inwardly. I made it so clear, yet they still have faith in a Star Battle Instructor?

Chen Gu's status as a multi-professional was no secret within the Confederation's higher echelons. Bai Yunpeng had even clearly informed Zhou Buwu and his colleagues before they departed. However, this knowledge wasn't as clear to the other Star Nations. Most knew the Confederation had such a person, and some were even skeptical. Even fewer knew that Chen Gu himself was that multi-professional.

At least Benjamin and his companions didn't know.

They had seen Chen Gu teach Andrei a lesson and had jumped to the conclusion that Chen Gu was a Star Battle Instructor.

And within professional circles, the Star Battle Instructor class wasn't even as esteemed as the Hell Titan class. Some extremists even refused to acknowledge Star Battle Instructor as a valid profession.

This was because, in fights between those of the same Energy Level, Star Battle Instructors indeed held no advantage.

Their class abilities were all focused on space battles, and their personal combat capabilities were relatively 'feeble' for a professional.

Such a person as their leader?

Benjamin kept muttering to himself. Zhou Buwu and his team were insistent on electing Chen Gu as their leader, and Benjamin truly couldn't understand why.

Benjamin and Andon began sharing intelligence. Charles also sent over some information. Chen Gu noticed that Charles's data was more meticulous in some details. While it seemed largely the same at first glance, these subtle differences allowed one to infer secrets that Benjamin and Andon had deliberately hidden.

Chen Gu glanced at Charles expressionlessly, and Charles responded with a smile.

Benjamin and Andon cursed Charles even more vehemently in their hearts for his stupidity.

Charles was also sneering inwardly. The Freedom Alliance, from top to bottom, truly excels at 'neutrality.' I did participate in trapping the Confederation's search team earlier, but I quietly adhered to this principle, only doing things that weren't too critical. Moreover, I was extra cautious and secretly recorded Benjamin and Andon's actions. If it really comes to a point where I need to clear my name, I'll just hand this 'evidence' over to Chen Gu!

Chen Gu asked uncertainly, "Could the Queen Bug be hiding in that Temple Ruin?"

It was the very same Temple Ruin they had originally planned to search.

"We can't be certain yet," Benjamin said. "But based on the information we currently have, we should at least be able to find clues there regarding the Queen Bug's whereabouts."

Chen Gu carefully analyzed all the intelligence again and then nodded. "Alright, let's set out."