Williams walked away, but Xia Fei remained, sitting by the beach as he leisurely admired the view.
"I'm afraid the insectoid territory will be easy to get in but hard to get out." Phantom sighed. "This plan is too risky; you really ought to think this through."
Xia Fei smiled. "The risk is there, but it is also a rare opportunity. Obtaining the right to rule an entire star region, this is the first time I'm faced with such a huge temptation in my life."
"Don't forget; this is also the most dangerous thing you're about to attempt," Phantom said. "You'll have to construct a fleet and, later, enter the insectoid territory with soldiers, conducting trade in name but actually acting as a spy behind closed doors.
"I'm not worried about you, since I know very well what you're capable of, but what if someone from the military makes a mistake and you end up taking the blame? Who can guarantee that the soldiers with you are experts as well?"
