Zhao Chen first claimed the mission rewards, gaining five mission points and two thousand system points.

System Points: 9420

Mission Points: 65

Zhao Chen then looked at the newly available mission option. This time, it was a two-choice mission, requiring him to select one out of two tasks.

One was a lower difficulty C-level mission. The mission requirement was simple: protect this planet. It was likely that the Salamander Tribe would not give up and would raid again. Ensuring the planet's safety would suffice.

The other mission was of higher difficulty, a B-level mission.

The mission requirement was to control the entire FY Star System.

According to Zhao Chen's understanding, the FY Star System had two stars, 6 planets, 2 dwarf planets, 180,000 asteroids, 27 moons, and over 100 periodic comets.

The Star System's scope was not as large as the Owl Dragon Star System, but it had two stars, so there was a Star Gate.

The population was similar to the Owl Dragon Star System, but living conditions were extremely polarized, and Order was very chaotic. Those with power could do as they pleased here, while those without power became the lowest exploited existence.

However, compared to the Owl Dragon Star System, which had experienced net population outflow for the past few decades, the FY Star System received a significant number of refugees from outside every year. This was why the Reef Starfield, despite its poverty, still had so many people.

“Controlling the FY Star System...” Zhao Chen weighed the pros and cons in his mind.

The disadvantages were obvious: he would become completely antagonistic with the Salamander Tribe and would have to find a way to eliminate them, otherwise they might cause trouble at any time.

If the Salamander Tribe had any allies, it could lead to a series of chain reactions, like hitting the son and the father showing up.

At the same time, stationing a Fleet in this Star System would also be specifically required.

Moreover, various forces in the Reef Starfield were intertwined, and Zhao Chen did not want to attract unnecessary trouble.

The advantages were also very clear: Zhao Chen would have an 'invisible base.' Although he had the Owl Dragon Star System as his overt territory, that location was in the North Wind Star Sector, with the Starlight Empire royal family above him, and the 'loving care' of the neighboring Governor-General Chu He.

Before he developed himself, a slight misstep could lead to the loss of his home base.

As the saying goes, a cunning rabbit has three burrows.

It wouldn't be too much for him to set up a second lair, would it?

Furthermore, since there were two stars here, there was already an old Star Gate, making transportation relatively convenient.

The only drawback was the scarcity of resources here. If a Starship construction base were to be built here, the transportation of raw materials would be a major problem, and construction costs would also increase accordingly.

Although there was a Star Gate, if large quantities of raw materials were continuously sent in, the jackals and tigers in the Reef Starfield were very cunning.

“Risk and reward coexist, I think it’s worth the gamble!” Zhao Chen made his decision.

With a thought.

Claim Mission Two

Mission Two: Control and Occupy the Entire FY Star System

Mission Difficulty: B-level

Mission Reward: 20 Mission Points and 7000 points

Mission Requirement: Please control over ninety percent of the planets in the FY Star System within two months and establish the host’s unshakeable position in that Star System.

Mission Penalty: Deduct 7000 points

Zhao Chen thought helplessly to himself, “Little Fire Lizard, oh, little Fire Lizard; although we have no past grievances and no recent enmity, who told you to bully my Dwarves technicians?”

And who told your territory to be precisely the FY Star System?

Blame your bad luck.

From then on, the great mission of overthrowing the tyrannical rule of the Salamander Tribe and liberating the myriad beings of the FY Star System fell upon Zhao Chen’s shoulders.

After a hearty meal, Zhao Chen chatted with Bakin Chief.

Zhao Chen openly expressed his intention to recruit the Dwarves.

“You want to recruit us?” Bakin Chief was a little surprised.

Zhao Chen pointed to Annie and said, “I see your talent as interstellar artisans in Annie. I can prepare a planet for you to live on within my territory.

I will protect your safety, and you will exchange your work for food and wages.

The work content won’t be dangerous. It’s what you’re best at, similar to industrial and technological manufacturing such as Interstellar Warship, combat mechs, and strategic materials.”

Bakin Chief’s expression was a bit hesitant.

If it were anyone else, he might have directly refused.

The reason he brought his clansmen to huddle in this Star System was not because no one had ever recruited them, but because those who did often ended up treating them differently.

After all, they were not of the same race, and Dwarves naturally looked small and easy to bully.

Those interstellar civilizations or interstellar forces that recruited them would initially say all sorts of nice things, but then gradually began to exploit them or reduce the benefits they had originally promised.

Or, after learning their technology, they would discard them like a worn-out millstone.

“Dad, Commander is really, really good.

The food is delicious, and you can even drink alcohol!” Annie acted as Zhao Chen’s wingman from the side. Having personally experienced the «N.o.v.e.l.i.g.h.t» benefits of the Xiaolong Fleet, Annie naturally hoped her clansmen could live together in the Xiaolong Fleet or the Owl Dragon Star System.

“You saved my daughter, and this time you also saved our clansmen. I trust you, but... to make me easily decide on such a large-scale migration of our entire clan...

I’m sorry, I cannot give you the answer you want in a short time.” Bakin Chief looked at Zhao Chen with difficulty.

After all, they had only just met.

Bakin Chief quickly added, “If it were just me personally, what I said before still stands. I am willing to work for you.

But I... do not represent all of my clansmen... If you need... I can resign from my position as chief and leave with you...”

“Dad, why are you so stubborn! Here, we don’t have enough to eat or wear, and we’re oppressed by those stinky Fire Lizards!” Annie was extremely anxious on the side.

With such a good opportunity, why didn’t her father seize it?

Zhao Chen nodded, “I can understand your thoughts. Perhaps you cannot fully trust me yet.

You also said that you cannot represent your clansmen.

Then, how about this: you convey my idea, and then the Dwarves who are willing to come with me will board those five T2 Moose and travel to my territory.

I can ensure smooth communication between you and this first batch of Dwarves. Once they are settled and have lived and worked there for a period, you can also learn from them whether what I promised is true.”

“Right! Commander is correct, Dad, if you don’t believe it, go see for yourself!” Annie said firmly.

She believed that once her clansmen experienced life in the Xiaolong Fleet, they would definitely be so happy they would forget to return home.

Zhao Chen looked at Bakin Chief. Although he could have been forceful, for these talents, Zhao Chen preferred to try persuasion first. If he could convince them with reason, that would be for the best.

He did not want to resort to the worst-case scenario.

After all, having people genuinely work for you is the key to efficient and sustainable development!

“I can convey your words, Commander, to my clansmen. If they are willing to leave with you, I will not stop them.” Bakin Chief finally made a concession.

Zhao Chen revealed a satisfied smile.

As long as the first batch of Dwarves joined him, there would then be a second batch, and a third batch.

Who can escape the law of 'it really smells good'?

“There’s one more thing I want to inform you about. I’ve considered the safety of your planet. The Salamander Tribe will likely come to harass you again.

Therefore, I have decided that I will use force to control the entire FY Star System, seizing control from the Salamander Tribe.

At that time, even if you choose to stay here, there will be no danger.” Zhao Chen dropped a piece of news that was like a bomb to Bakin Chief.

“You want to seize the FY Star System from the Salamander Tribe?” Bakin Chief stared at Zhao Chen, dumbfounded.