A Core Ship From The Start-Chapter 868 - 609: Since You’re Already Here

When Duanmu Huai led the fleet to Aile, the battle between the bugs and Star Spirits was in full swing.

In every sense of the term.

However, overall, the Star Spirits were at a disadvantage.

From the screen, it could be seen that the beautiful cities of the Star Spirits had been completely engulfed by the war. A filthy fungal mat covered the once-green land, devouring the exquisite buildings, and the ugly aliens raced on top of it, tearing at everything they could see.

In the distant wilderness, a huge flesh ball was constantly wriggling, with several tentacles extending from it and spreading around.

"This is a planet invaded by Alien bugs..."

Seeing this scene, the girls shivered, aware that they had just fought with the Alien bugs. At that time, Duanmu Huai had told them if the Alien bugs learned the coordinates of Earth, they would surely invade directly — well, there was a live example unfolding before them now.

If they hadn’t blocked the Alien bugs then, Earth would have been the next Aile.

However, Duanmu Huai didn’t bring them here just to watch the fray.

"Hmm, let me see, where is it... Ah, found it."

Staring at a point on the map, Duanmu Huai squinted his eyes. He had come to Aile not just to destroy the Alien bugs and Star Spirits but also to seize the Kedalin Crystal on planet Aile!

The Kedalin Crystal was a relic left by the creators of the Star Spirits, and the Star Spirit’s technology was built on the Kedalin Crystal. They used the crystal to fuse with other materials to create armor, weapons, and warships. The Kedalin Crystal was also a symbol and guarantee of the Star Spirits’ strength.

But Duanmu Huai was not after the relic to use as materials.

In fact, Duanmu Huai wasn’t particularly interested in Star Spirit technology, and... it was too dangerous as well.

The Star Spirits had formed a psychic network through mind connections. While this type of network was genuinely useful when needed, it was also truly dangerous when invaded. Furthermore, the dimensional leap of the Star Spirits was no more sophisticated than the space techniques possessed by the Spirit race and the Tribunal, so it wasn’t worth acquiring.

As for the Star Spirits’ machinery and warships...

Well, to be honest, Duanmu Huai still thought his own cathedral was prettier.

So, why did Duanmu Huai want the Kedalin Crystal?

The reason is simple.

Let’s repeat it.

The Kedalin Crystal is a relic left by the creators of the Star Spirits.

Yes, a relic!

Duanmu Huai intended to sacrifice this thing to exchange it for system points!

In the game, the Kedalin Crystal could be used to manufacture weapons and warships, as well as to exchange for points. By sacrificing enough Kedalin Crystals, as long as the points exceeded one hundred thousand, one could unlock the Ascension system!

And that was Duanmu Huai’s goal!

You see, one hundred thousand points was not a small number. For a player to gather relics on other planets and possibly reach one hundred thousand was uncertain. But the Kedalin Crystals made it much easier; just mine the crystals, take them, exchange them, and it’s done!

However, in the game, Duanmu Huai wouldn’t have had his turn to get them; the right to compete for Kedalin Crystals belonged to major guilds. He, as a solo player, was only hired to mine, fight, or watch the action, never to obtain such items.

But now it was different; in this world, there was only Duanmu Huai as a player. No one else was competing with him, so he came here with complete confidence — he even brought the Planet Dissolution Ship!

Now that he was here, it wouldn’t make sense not to mine thoroughly!

You should know that, in the game, the guilds occupying the mines of Kedalin Crystals on Aile eventually became one of the top three forces on the server. Now Duanmu Huai monopolized all the Kedalin Crystals on Aile by himself, so... he he he, no, just thinking about it made him drool.

Duanmu Huai wiped the corner of his mouth, then raised his head and looked at the screen. At that moment, the bugs were trying to absorb the energy of the Kedalin Crystals, and Star Spirits were desperately attacking, trying to recapture their crystals. As of now, the battle had become intense, although the Star Spirits were still at a disadvantage.

"Mr. Knight, what should we do next? We didn’t come here to... help them, did we?"

Ann looked at the screen where the Star Spirits were fighting the Alien bugs, asking for guidance. If it were Humans, Duanmu Huai would have already ordered the fleet to enter the battle without hesitation, instead of staying here and watching from afar.

"Of course not, both the Alien bugs and Star Spirits are our enemies, naturally, we have to deal with both of them,"

While speaking, Duanmu Huai reached out and took off the Rose Knot.

"Aikute, I hereby declare, as the Big Judge of the Tribunal, that I will launch an Extinction order on planet Aile... execute immediately."

"Yes."

A Whirlwind Torpedo was launched from the flagship, spinning through the air towards the distant planet.

Meanwhile, on Aile, the battle between the Star Spirits and the Alien bugs continued.

Inside the Executor’s fortress, the atmosphere had become exceptionally tense.

"I bring bad news, Executor."

The Star Spirit Arbitrator stared at his compatriot, a hint of anger flashing in his eyes.

"We thought the Brain Bug we had killed had resurrected. Although we had inflicted damage on that creature, it revived from its shattered body! Tasadar’s suggestion was wrong!"

It was no wonder the Arbiter was so angry. Not long ago, when they were at a loss in their attacks on the Alien bugs, the commander of the Star Spirit Fleet, Tasadar, had brought them news—he had encountered a fellow of the dark Fallen One and discovered that the Alien bugs were entirely controlled by the Brain Bug. Killing the Brain Bug would turn the Alien bugs into a disorganized mess.

The Star Spirit defense forces had acted out of desperation, launching a raid based on Tasadar’s suggestion. However, what angered them was that although the death of the Brain Bug caused temporary chaos amongst the Alien bug army, the Brain Bug resurrected soon after!

Just then, another Star Spirit Warrior angrily spoke up.

"Trusting Tasadar was a foolish act, and the Supreme Council will remember his reckless act of betrayal. Regardless, we must stand firm! Attacking the defenseless Brain Bug is not what true Star Spirit Warriors do! We should fight the entire swarm with our strength and anger, for that is the legacy of the Star Spirit race!"

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Hearing this, Executor Phoenix did not say much but looked downward with a worried gaze—there, the valiant and fearless Star Spirit Soldiers were worn out, having fought battle after battle and even infiltrated deep into the swarm to kill the Brain Bug before fighting their way out. Now, there were hardly any of them left.

"I will do my best."

In the end, Phoenix merely said this before cutting off the communication.

Stepping out of the command tower, surrounded by a desolate desert, Phoenix shook his head and then took large strides toward the front lines.

"Tick-tock—————"

However, just then, sounds of dripping slime suddenly came from above the corridor. Phoenix stopped in his tracks, turning to look behind him. Several Thorn Snakes leaped out from the side, completely surrounding him.

"Has the Alien bug army reached here already?"

Looking at the Thorn Snakes in front of him, Phoenix’s expression grew serious, and he raised his right hand, with a Light Blade appearing in it.

However......

"Click......click click......"

Just as Phoenix was about to battle with the Alien bugs, the Light Blade that had appeared on his wrist flickered a few times, then vanished without a trace.

"........."

Silently watching the now-vanished Light Blade, Phoenix shook his head, then turned his gaze back to the Alien bugs in front of him.

At that moment, suddenly, a shrill whistle came from the sky.

"Swoosh—————!!"

That sound, strange and disturbing, caught the attention of both Phoenix and the Alien bugs, causing them to turn their heads and look into the distance.

The next moment, a dazzling flash of light burst forth, filling Phoenix’s view.

The intense heat turned into flames, erupting from the center of Aile, spreading out, the bright red flames unfolded like ripples, appearing from a distance like a blossom of fire flowering on this beautiful planet. The land was shattered, the air burned, the oceans evaporated, vegetation turned to ash—and naturally, the Alien bugs and Star Spirits caught within were engulfed by the flaming torrent that surged like a tsunami without even a chance to resist.

In just moments, after the flames dissipated, the once brilliant blue, beautiful planet had turned into a barren, parched land of death.

"Very good, perfect."

Looking at the planet that had been burned to ashes, Duanmu Huai nodded in satisfaction.

"Mr. Duanmu, you really show no mercy towards these aliens," Mary said.

Although she had heard about the principles of the Tribunal before, witnessing this shocking scene still left Mary utterly amazed.

"The principles of the Tribunal are not just for show; any Alien Species is the enemy of humans... even if they are not now, they will inevitably be in the future. Thus, taking this opportunity to get rid of them also eliminates some potential threats to humanity," Duanmu Huai said.

Duanmu Huai never concealed his hostility towards the Alien Species. This was partly because of the game itself and partly from his own perspective. After all, Duanmu Huai was not a kind person, let alone a promoter of coexistence and diversity. Even if there were aliens in their world, Duanmu Huai would never have any fondness for them... just like he said, if they aren’t enemies now, they will inevitably become enemies in the future.

When powerless, one must only bide their time and develop, but once capable, one must utterly eradicate the weeds.

Duanmu Huai smirked and then issued an order.

"Alright, prepare the Planet Dissolution Ship. It’s mining time!"