The last weapon Feng Mo used was one he had developed by integrating dark energy crystals, called the Finger Cannon.
Its destructive power was far greater than that of micro-missiles, especially in terms of penetration. Feng Mo had once tested it, and the Finger Cannon could easily pierce through the armor of the Stormbringer.
It was only after that test that Feng Mo understood why T5-class starships were the ultimate weapons of the Federation and the Empire. It was because of armor made from dark matter and spears forged from dark energy.
Feng Mo didn't wait for the Bisi King to reveal the fleet's location because he knew the Bisi King had no idea where it was.
With the Bisi King dead, the entire Bisi Tribe would plunge into chaos, with many strong warriors fighting fiercely for the throne.
Through the Bisi King's actions, Feng Mo had thoroughly analyzed the tribe's temperament. The Bisi people were hot-tempered, with a little cunning but not much. They were greedy, easily lured by profit, short-sighted, and reckless. Their survival until now was solely thanks to their brute strength.
"Viscount, you showed your might and slew the Bisi King. I must congratulate you; unifying the Stormstar System is now within reach," the Elf Queen said, her words dripping with hidden meanings.
Understanding her implication, Feng Mo deactivated his combat armor and replied with a smile:
"Whether I can unify the Stormstar System depends on the Elven Tribe's support. Has Her Majesty made her decision?"
"This humble servant is willing to lead the entire Elven Tribe in allegiance to the Viscount. From this day forth, we pledge to follow your every command. I, too, am willing to offer myself to you, if you so wish," the Elf Queen said, her intentions crystal clear.
Feng Mo understood her offer perfectly. However, there were more pressing matters at hand, and it was not the time for romance.
"Let it be known that today's events will be reported as the Bisi King disrupting the banquet and being slain by the Elves. Rest assured, your tribe will not be dragged into the war. Leave everything to the Stormbringer Fleet," Feng Mo reassured her.
"Once I have unified the Stormstar System, the planets under the Elven Tribe will nominally fall under the jurisdiction of Stormstar Prime, and you will pay 50% of your annual taxes to Stormstar Prime. Additionally, when the Life Tree bears fruit, half of it will be offered to Stormstar Prime. Agreed?"
"Rest assured, Viscount. The Elven Tribe will pay our taxes punctually and never betray your trust," the Elf Queen promised.
Feng Mo's conditions were not overly harsh, and the Elf Queen found them acceptable. After all, the affections of an older, love-stricken heart were powerful.
"Of course, there will be rewards for your loyalty. I will have Alisa personally craft a T3 fleet for the Elven Tribe. This will include battleships, carrier starships, and four destroyers. You'll need to supply the freighters, industrial ships, escorts, and supply ships yourselves," Feng Mo added.
This promise thrilled the Elf Queen. The Stormbringer Fleet's reputation had spread throughout the T3 fleets in the Chaos Starsea. With the Stormbringer's 2600mm main cannon, T3 Blade Mantis' proton torpedoes, T2 Black Bears rivaling T3 escort ships, and now two interstellar missile ships and a mysterious interstellar carrier, their power was unmatched.
Most of the Elven fleet's starships were old models that had served in the Federal Military for over a century, obtained through trade with the Chen Family. The Elves had paid a heavy price, giving up at least 60% of their resources annually to purchase these outdated ships. With Feng Mo as a patron, they would no longer need to buy overpriced decommissioned ships from the Chen Family.
The Elf Queen understood the dangers of greed and readily agreed to all of Feng Mo's terms. She wasn't upset that the promised fleet didn't include interstellar missile ships; she knew it was reasonable for Feng Mo to hold back such weapons.
"Please rest assured, Viscount. The Elven Tribe pledges unwavering loyalty to you and will always stand by your side, no matter what happens in the future!"
"Good! I will take my leave for now. Send the Bisi King's body back to Bisi Prime. Oh, and I missed out on tasting the Life Fruit today. Once I've unified the Stormstar System, I'll come back to enjoy it," Feng Mo said, before leaving with the Leika and Lacy sisters. The Elf Queen watched them depart with deep affection as they boarded the maglev train bound for the Elven Starport.
Using photon-beam technology, they returned to the Stormbringer's bridge. Seated in the captain's chair, Feng Mo ordered:
"Leika, inform Ai Er that the Stormbringer Fleet and all subordinate planets are to enter full combat readiness. Tell Alisa to start constructing the Elven fleet."
"Yes, Sir!"
At the U3 System Star Gate, a T3 fleet escorted a T3 interstellar cargo ship through the gate. The fleet's hull bore three emblems: the Starsea Human Federation, the Xueying Empire, and the Chen Family.
Inside the flagship's bridge, Chen Qian sat tensely in the captain's chair, next to a petite girl barely 1.6 meters tall, whose flat figure rivaled that of Alisa.
"Miss, although Viscount Feng Mo's backing is strong, our Chen Family isn't weak either. Isn't it overkill to bring an entire T3 interstellar cargo ship loaded with T4-grade raw materials as a gift?" Chen Qian asked nervously.
"Even if he saved our Chen Family trade fleet once, this is too extravagant, isn't it?"
"What do you know? Despite being a mere Viscount of the Yunshan Empire, Feng Mo has powerful allies and a T3 fleet capable of large-scale battles. He's a force to be reckoned with. Forming an alliance with him is worth the investment. What's a T3 cargo ship full of T4 materials compared to that?"
"Merchants value profit, but they also value investment. Small streams lead to great rivers—that's the way of trade. Today's investment could yield a hundredfold return in the future. Besides, even if Feng Mo wanted me to warm his bed, I doubt the Chen Family would refuse."
"Remember, once we arrive in the Stormstar System, you are the fleet commander, and I am your deputy. Understood?" The cunning gleam in the petite girl's eyes left Chen Qian no choice but to nod in agreement.
The fleet exited the U3 System and entered the Stormstar System without engaging in warp travel, maintaining a steady course.
The Stormstar System was far from peaceful. Since the Bisi King was killed by the Elves, the Bisi Tribe had descended into chaos, with three factions vying for the throne—two strong and one weak.
One faction advocated internal unity before external conflict, electing a new king to lead the tribe against the Elves.
Another faction wanted to decide the new king through war, with the two major factions competing to conquer the Elves. Whoever triumphed would be the new king.
The two main factions clashed over differing ideologies, and chaos ensued. In the end, both were mysteriously wiped out, leaving the weakest faction to unite the Bisi Tribe and crown a new king.
Barely ten days into his reign, the new king declared war on the Elves. Though weakened by internal strife, the Bisi fleet
remained strong and repeatedly clashed with the Elven starships.
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