Tempest of the Stellar War - Chapter 208

Chapter 208: Team Leader's Battle

"You're usually meticulous, but you can be so careless at times . If Huiyin wanted to hold a concert on Mars, all these fans would be queuing up to get in . The two of us don't even come close to having that much charm . "

Wang Zheng broke out into a sweat . Xiao Fei was clearly in the know and was purposely teasing him . Tch! Who would've known the Professor had such a wicked sense of humor?

He had only just arrived on Mars and he had lost face already .

Luckily, everyone's attention was focused somewhere else .

Indeed, there had been someone who had come to meet him and Xiao Fei, but that unfortunate person had been mobbed into a corner by hysterical fans earlier . . . When they heard that Lin Huiyin had arrived, they had forgotten their original intentions and rushed ahead .

Tch . To be an idol was such a pain!

The man receiving them looked to be about 40, and he introduced himself as Zhang Fang . Faced with the two young scientists, he was bemused by how young they really were .

"Huiyin sure has a lot of fans, even on Mars," Xiao Fei smilingly noted . She was on good terms with Huiyin, and a fan to boot .

"Didn't she just come to the Solar System a while back? What's she doing here again?" Wang Zheng inadvertently blurted .

"What do you mean here again? She only went to Earth last time . Anyway, it's been so long!" An aged man like Zhang Fang retorting so strongly . . . he clearly looked like a fan too .

Wang Zheng did not know whether to laugh or cry . What a strong reaction .

Xiao Fei laughed too . "Weren't you really close with Princess Aina the last time? Huiyin is her sister . You need to treat Huiyin better . "

Hmph! What did that have to do with anything? Conversation never flowed easily with Lin Huiyin . Although her voice was satisfactorily sweet, that wench was nosy and had a superior attitude, constantly trying to meddle with things .

Hopefully he wouldn't meet her this time .

"Heheh, I was just a little surprised . Looks like the Solar System's market has expanded . "

"That's true . The Solar System's economic outlook has shown faint signs of recovery in recent years . The industry of culture is a profitable one, and the Solar System should really prioritize the development of the tourism industry . The Aslan Empire and those other unions have also considered this point . It helps to put the Solar System back on the Milky Way Alliance's stage, which is a good thing anyway . "

Xiao Fei knew best about the situation of the Milky Way Alliance .

As a mere singer, Lin Huiyin obviously did not have such power, but things had changed after her identity had been exposed . People could not help but speculate about the underlying political intentions . Regardless, it was a good sign .

The Aslan Empire's strategy was clearly right – to attack one's neighbors and treat with those beyond its military reach . In light of the Solar System's current situation, it would definitely welcome such a strong ally . Although the Solar System Federation was comparatively weaker, it had historical status, and every vote could be crucial to the Aslan Empire in a critical time .

It goes without saying that when the Aslan people got down to it, they were much smarter than other federations and empires .

As a military student, Wang Zheng did not spend all his time brooding over violence . International affairs was a compulsory module, and an important one at that . It distinguished military students from the average soldier through an appreciation of the larger picture . While it did not directly translate into military might, a holistic view had its uses and determined the promotion of a fighter .

A lasting proverb said: a soldier who did not wish to become a general was not a good soldier .

Compared to other aspects, Wang Zheng needed much more honing in this .

The seminar this time a round was of a high caliber thanks to the presence of a big sponsor .  The meeting venue was at the 5-star Silver Light Hotel in Jippu, a famous city on Mars with a superbly developed economy .

After leaving a method to contact him, Zhang Fang left . Martians always did things in a rush, unlike the considerably more hospitable Earthlings .

The meeting was conveniently scheduled to commence in the hotel . It was not due to start for a full day, which allowed Wang Zheng and Xiao Fei to rest .

Xiao Fei had business to settle, and Wang Zheng could not sit still either . He was not going to pass up on the opportunity to explore after coming all the way to Mars .

Furthermore, Mars had a rich history, especially the Sage Sect that was known throughout the Solar System .

Wang Zheng had always held deep interest in matters of history since young . He had naturally started from stories of heroes, especially the unofficial histories that were non-mainstream . All those years ago, Mars had sacrificed and contributed much in the battles against the Zerg .

And in the current chapter of history, of course the Lie family and the Sage Sect should not be missed .

It was a double-edged sword to Wang Zheng's way of thinking . The Lie family and the Sage Sect had become the pride and glory of Mars, but single-family planetary leadership for so many generations would surely not be a good thing .

Although the Aslan Empire was based on an imperial system, the attraction of talent and other important matters were well-handled . It was difficult to imagine how lineage and talent were integrated so superbly . Wang Zheng felt a pang of regret that he was not a specialist in social relations .

"Wang . . . Zheng, it's really you!"

From behind, a delighted voice was heard .

He recognized both immediately when he turned around . One was a giant, the other a petite figure .

Were these two . . . Raston and Xie Yating of Caragal?

"Ah! It really is you, Wang Zheng!" Raston laughed carefreely .

Wang Zheng laughed too . "What a coincidence . Are you two . . . ?"

From the look in his eyes, Xie Yating knew he had the wrong impression . "Raston is my . . . Small Uncle . "

Xie Yating resented this relationship and cursed herself for being born too early .

"Haha, that's according to generational lineage, but privately we always converse as equals . " Raston chuckled .

Wang Zheng smirked . "I thought there were . . . benefits to be had . "

"Both of you are horrid! All you do is bully me!" Xie Yating stomped her foot huffily .

Raston eyed Wang Zheng with a little interest . "Yating told me about this guy called Wang Zheng that she met in Roland Garros, who was by chance also a student from Ares College . I didn't think it would be such a coincidence . "

"Wang Zheng, are you here for the meeting too?"

"Yeah . Professor Xiao Fei bid me to come, so I'm taking it as a holiday on Mars . "

"That's admirable of you, fighting a campaign on two fronts . I wonder which direction you'll end up developing . If you become a scientist, I'd give you two thumbs up because I'd have one less competitor . "

Out of the five preparatory leaders, Raston had the most easygoing character . This was uncharacteristic of someone from the Caragal Republic . It was often remarked that space city dwellers were petty and narrow-minded, but Raston was an exception .

"Definitely . Wang Zheng has the most potential among all the scientists in the Solar System . He's the youngest to join the Genesis Coffee club . That's a scientist's club of the highest distinction – he became the envy of all our professors .

Xie Yating's perennial gloominess in Roland Garros was a far cry from her unexpected buoyant mood . Perhaps it was just the joy of an unexpected reunion .

Wang Zheng shook his head . "Entering the Physics Department was a misunderstanding . I've since changed to the Mecha Department . My ambition is to be a mecha pilot .

"Of course! If you couldn't be a mecha pilot, that'd definitely be our loss!" Raston said . Clearly a person with Raston's personality was unafraid of competition .

Xie Yating really had a big mouth . A person with such a bright future wanted to be a mecha pilot? What was so captivating about those jumping metal robots?

Raston was like that, and now Wang Zheng too .

"And you two are here for . . . ?"

"Yating is here for the same activity as you . I'm here on Mars to visit a friend . You would definitely be interested, he's a fascinating person . "

"Oh?"

"Lie Guang, a genuine member of the Lie family . That little punk went through a rebellious phase, but he is finally ready to go home . He'll be participating in the second phase of the IG, which will really raise the standard of the Mars faction," Raston said .

These things were like a fantasy for IG members .

The name was not strange to Wang Zheng, but he could not be sure if they were the same person .

"I have long looked forward to meeting the famous Lie family from Mars . "

"Shall we go together? He's a hospitable fellow, and I'm sure he would be excited to meet an interesting fellow like yourself . "

"Small Uncle~, don't be a bad influence! Wang Zheng will be an eminent scientist in the future . " Xie Yating protested aggrievedly .

Raston patted Xie Yating on the head . "Little wench, don't concern yourself with adult matters . "

Xie Yating was left speechless . Little wench . . . ?

Xie Yating was so angry that she could barely breathe . Wasn't she older than Raston by three days!?

Unbelievable!

Raston was not unfamiliar with Mars . "Jippu isn't a bad place . Mars' economy has been readily recovering in recent years . "

Raston was clearly a rich and powerful person to casually discuss cities' economies . Regardless, his manner put people at ease . It was small talk, not overt bragging .

"My impression of Mars has been limited to the Lie family and the Sage Sect . Those of the Sage Sect are said to possess inhuman power . "

"That's not fable, it's true . The Sage Sect has always been hidden in the mist . Although they do not involve themselves directly in politics, they have always had a hand in matters they deem important . "

Raston said, "There is a curious matter which may be delicate for me to ask . "

Wang Zheng shrugged . "Ask away . I don't have much to hide . "

"Are you familiar with Li Er?"

"We're not that close . We met before at a college networking event, but didn't really talk . Shouldn't the two of you be even more familiar? I heard you were schoolmates at Academy X," Wang Zheng said .

Raston nodded . "Although we never had deep connections, I felt a particular kinship upon seeing you . Actually, the competition between IG section leaders this time is mainly between Achilles and Li Er . Everyone else is merely a follower . With your ability, Li Er's chances of winning will increase greatly if you consent to help him . "

"Keke, you think too highly of me . I'm not even an Ability X user . "

"I know . However, a person's uses are not limited to Ability X . I am a good judge of character . On the whole, Achilles needs to be a little stronger, but he is still no match for Li Er . Yet personality-wise, I must say I don't like Lear's character . "

Raston's blunt manner revealed that he clearly did not treat Wang Zheng as an outsider .

"Lie Xin is also very competent . Is she not in the race?"

Raston shook his head lightly . "You must not have seen Achilles and Li Er's true faces of brutality . Taking the whole situation into consideration, it would be better if Li Er took up the mantle of leadership . Against other opponents in the Milky Way Alliance, Achilles' shortcomings would soon be revealed . "

"Oh?"

"Achilles isn't treacherous enough . Haha!" Raston guffawed .

"I'm not sure Li Er would take that as praise . " Wang Zheng chuckled . "I'm only joining IG for the experience . Honestly, I am looking forward to it . After all, this is one direction in which I would like to develop in . It doesn't matter to me who leads, as long as he has the ability . "

Raston clapped his hands excitedly . "Exactly! If a person has the ability and earns my respect, I don't mind either . Unfortunately, neither of those two are suitable . "