Chapter 136 A New Super-A

Because of the Flickering World, countless forces were now gathered in the Shattered Star Ring. This star cluster was currently the most happening area in the entire universe, attracting everyone's attention. Any slight disturbance would spread to every corner of the universe at the fastest speed.

Tolaien's challenge was not kept secret. Information about this battle spread rapidly through the well-connected quantum network channels. In just a few hours, it detonated the entire Shattered Star Ring!

The birth of every Super-A Grade was a major event in the universe. After Black Star, the Shattered Star Ring had finally welcomed its sixth Super-A Grade!

The news came too suddenly, and no force was prepared. Everyone was urgently collecting Hela's past data to understand this newly emerged Super-A Grade.

Before this, Hela did not have many records of activities in the universe due to her long cultivation. She had not received much attention. Her most representative identity was the captain of Black Star's Guards, and she had disappeared for the past twenty years. Now, she had silently entered the realm of Super-A Grade. Her first appearance in the world had demonstrated her strength to the entire universe, achieving a convincing and solid record!

Tolaien, who had joined the Void Spiritual Church for several years, was not weak either. He took the initiative to challenge her but was defeated by Hela, which boosted the latter's reputation. This kind of thing where one lifted a stone only to drop it on one's own feet was always pleasing to see.

The fact that a new Super-A Grade defeated another new Super-A Grade showed that her immediate combat strength was considerable at this level. Furthermore, according to investigations, although Hela's promotion speed could not keep up with Han Xiao's record, it was still far higher than the average time for Super-A Grade promotions, indicating that she still had potential and that her achievements would obviously not stop there.

The Shattered Star Ring was located in a remote area and had always been at the bottom of the major star fields in terms of Super-A Grades. This situation had changed to a certain extent after Black Star's emergence, and Hela's promotion had further improved the status of the Shattered Star Ring.

However, compared to the birth of a Super-A Grade itself, the major forces were more concerned about Hela's identity.

This new Super-A Grade from the Shattered Star Ring had an unusual background!

Intelligence showed that she was not only a member of the Black Star Army but also a student of Ames. At the same time, she was related to two big shots, and like Black Star, she came from Aquamarine!

When they saw Hela's birthplace, almost all the forces were shocked.

Aquamarine—this small place that was still a surface civilization a few decades ago had suddenly produced two Super-A Grades?!

What was so special about this planet that it could produce such outstanding talents!

They must have struck gold!

Even with historical figures, these two were still the only pair of old hometown friends among all the Super-A Grades in the entire universe…

These special identities were the important reason that triggered the shock of the major forces. At this juncture, everyone's primary concern was what impact the birth of this new Super-A Grade would have on the current situation.

Given that Hela's current identity was still a cadre of the Black Star Army, all forces were clear that the Black Star Army would probably usher in a change. It was very likely that it would split, and Hela might become independent. What would Black Star do?

With this in mind, everyone was watching the development of the situation.

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War Domain, Heber Star.

"What, that Hela has entered Super-A Grade?!"

Chief Pioneer Officer Frosters turned his head abruptly and stared straight at Jode, who had come to report the news, with a look of astonishment.

"Yes, just yesterday, she defeated Tolaien of the Void Spiritual Church. The news is confirmed."

Jode smiled bitterly.

The incident happened suddenly. When he first received the news, he was also shocked. It took him a long time to recover.

"How could this happen…"

Frosters muttered to himself with an incredulous expression.

Decades ago, the two of them had fought on behalf of the War Domain and the Black Star Army, respectively. The battle had been called off before a victor could be decided. He had always regarded Hela as his opponent, but he had never expected that his recognized opponent would once again be far behind him.

First, it was Black Star, and now it was Hela. Frosters was puzzled and couldn't help but suspect… Could it be that the Black Star Army really had some special Super-A Grade advancement skills?

The threshold of Super-A Grade was still very far away for him, but his old opponent had already crossed it. The feeling of being surpassed was not pleasant, and Frosters felt a sense of powerlessness in his heart.

At the same time, in the palace of the Overlord, Heber was also discussing this topic with Sorokin's consciousness projection.

"An important cadre of the Black Star Army has been promoted to Super-A Grade. The greatest possibility is that they will have one more ally, which will lead to the further expansion of Black Star's power and influence in the Shattered Star Ring, which is detrimental to us." Sorokin looked helpless. This unexpected situation was beyond his expectations, and he could not do anything about it.

"It's someone related to Black Star again."

Heber was a little unhappy and felt jealous.

Why was Black Star so lucky that he could always recruit talents?

I am also a Super-A Grade, why don't I have such capable cadres under my command?

"I don't have enough information. If I want to contain Hela, I need to spend some time looking for her weaknesses. I'll get my men to do it." Sorokin spread his hands. "Let's wait and see before that."

"Humph, as you wish." Heber remained noncommittal.

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Shattered Star Ring, Star Pupil Civilization's mother planet.

"Another one?!"

Looking at the news about Hela in the communicator, Sisko gritted his teeth, and his seven eyeballs ached from anger.

After the Beacon Star incident, the race's situation in the Shattered Star Ring was already bad, and now Black Star had another Super-A Grade friend in the local area.

Black Star was working for the dynasty and stood on the opposite side of him. Although Heber was not Black Star's friend, his position was also the same. In addition, the other three Super-A Grades in the Shattered Star Ring were more or less related to Black Star… Not a single local Super-A Grade was on his side. His enemies in the local area had changed from four to five.

What the hell!

Was this place even worth staying in?!

Sisko's mentality exploded.

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The outside world was turbulent. In this environment, Hela set off from Longtan alone and headed to the Black Star Army's headquarters.

This time, Ames did not accompany her. She was forcibly dragged by Jenny to stay in Longtan and buried herself in handling the backlog of affairs. She could not spare the time.

Aquamarine was very close to the Black Star Army's headquarters. It did not take long for Hela to arrive at the headquarters that she had been away from for a long time. Han Xiao, who had returned from the Flickering World some time ago, was already waiting for her at the headquarters.

As soon as she entered the army, Hela felt different.

Everyone in the Black Star Army already knew that she had become a Super-A Grade. Everyone along the way was looking at her, and everyone's eyes were filled with awe and curiosity.

She did not look sideways and went straight to Aurora, whom she had not seen for many years. She went straight to the cadre activity room, where many army cadres were waiting early in the room.

"Congratulations on becoming a Super-A Grade."

As soon as Hela entered the room, everyone welcomed her with a smile and offered their congratulations.

"Thank you." Hela nodded and responded one by one. Although she was indifferent, she was not inhuman.

The atmosphere in the room was harmonious. At this moment, a loud voice suddenly sounded, suppressing everyone's voice. His tone was extremely enthusiastic.

"Captain, you're finally back! I've missed you so much!"

Hadaway stepped out of the crowd and slid in front of Hela with a flirtatious side step. His face was obviously ingratiating, and his voice was extremely loud.

"You miss me?" Hela looked suspicious. She did not remember having such a good relationship with Hadaway.

"It's not just me. In the past twenty years, all the Guards have been thinking of you all the time. Without your leadership, we are very uncomfortable! You must be tired after walking so far. Don't stand, sit down and rest for a while. Don't tire yourself out." Hadaway asked with concern. His attitude was so enthusiastic that he looked like a simp.

Everyone was shocked by his performance and looked sideways.

We remember that you didn't say that before…

The Sichuan opera face changing was too real!

Fording raised an eyebrow and reminded with a playful tone, "Is that so? How do I remember that you seemed to have said that Hela was incompetent? After she comes back, you will challenge her and fight for the position of captain. Now that she's back, your chance has come."

"Nonsense! I have never said such a thing!" Hadaway's face was filled with righteousness, and his tone was sonorous and forceful. "Hela, don't listen to these people talking nonsense. They are trying to sow discord between us. When I mention you in private, which time wasn't I praising you?! Don't believe these guys who are jealous of our friendship!"

When he learned that Hela was a Super-A Grade, he was greatly shocked and immediately wanted to slap himself and take back all the words he had said about Hela over the years.

She was already a Super-A Grade, and he still wanted to challenge her position? Did he think he was stupid!

What? He was saying that he was a coward?

Bullshit!

What a smart person does cannot be called cowardice. This is called sizing up the situation!

Everyone was shocked. He didn't even blink when he lied. His skin was really thick!

"Is that so? How can I not believe it?" Hela hummed.

Just as they were chatting and joking, Aurora walked into the room and exclaimed in surprise.

"Sis, you're back!"

Hela turned to look at Aurora, and her eyes softened instantly. She quickly walked to Aurora and sized up her sister, whom she had not seen for many years. She asked a series of trivial questions that had been accumulating in her heart:

"How have you been these years? Have you been eating well, sleeping well…"

Although she knew that Han Xiao would take care of Aurora, she had not been separated from Aurora for so long after the Germinal Organization was destroyed. Every day, she couldn't help but think about everything about Aurora.

The two sisters exchanged greetings for a while before Hela reluctantly separated from Aurora temporarily—she knew that Han Xiao was still waiting for her in the office.

Hela came to the commander's office and pushed the door open. She saw the long-lost Han Xiao sitting behind his desk, smiling at her.

"You're here." Han Xiao nodded with a smile. "Congratulations on entering Super-A Grade."

"I fulfilled my promise and only came back after reaching Super-A Grade." Hela nodded and sat down in front of Han Xiao.

"I knew you could do it. I never doubted it." Han Xiao sized Hela up and down. She had become more and more perfect in all aspects.

"I also knew you would believe in me."

The two of them smiled at each other.

"I would love to hear about your experiences over the years, but let's talk about that later. Let's talk about business first." Han Xiao tapped the table with his finger, stared at Hela's eyes, and said slowly, "You are already a Super-A Grade. Tell me, what are your plans for the future? Do you want to be independent?"

"If I choose to be independent, will you support me?" Hela asked.

"We are friends. I will not force you to work for me. If you choose to be independent, I will support you as much as I can, provide you with all the resources you need, and help you develop your Super-A Grade force." Han Xiao tapped the table and smiled faintly.

Hearing this, Hela did not answer immediately. A rare look of hesitation appeared on her face.

The room fell into silence.

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(I have something urgent to do today, so I'll write a little less (:∇:)