Chapter 298 Another Main Storyline Possibility

The two hosts analyzed the two forms of main storyline development at length, closely linking it to the theme of the program. They used Planet Aquamarine as an example to popularize the characteristics of player main storylines. The barrage also sparked discussion, with players from other planets learning about Han Xiao from the program.

Han Xiao raised an eyebrow. This wasn't the first time his name had appeared in the *Galaxy Times*. After all, he had been working hard to make his presence known for so long, so being reported was a routine matter.

The *Galaxy Times*' deduction of another main storyline possibility wasn't difficult to understand. He had revealed his true identity and exposed his deeds at the same time. As long as players with wild imaginations tried to remove these deeds, it wouldn't be difficult to logically deduce the original storyline. And with the large player base, it was hard to guarantee that someone wouldn't think of this approach.

From the players' perspective, Han Xiao played a crucial role in the [Six Nations and Germination] main storyline. Now that the storyline was set in stone, the other possibility was merely speculation, only used to highlight his role in the storyline and generate more player interest in his character.

"I'm famous on Planet Aquamarine, but my reputation is limited in the eyes of players from other planets. I pushed the storyline forward, causing the main story to erupt early. Being selected as the theme by the *Galaxy Times* is equivalent to indirectly promoting my fame," Han Xiao mused.

Female host: "In summary, Black Phantom played a role in promoting the storyline in the [Six Nations and Germination] main story event. Based on this example and player data, we can boldly speculate that every main storyline event will have a core figure similar to Han Xiao, who can be called the storyline protagonist or the planet protagonist. Even, the current main storyline events of each planet are derived from the planet protagonist..."

Han Xiao scratched his head.

In reality, the original storyline protagonist of [Six Nations and Germination] was the Chief… ahem, that's not important.

Male host: "In theory, every NPC can develop an event, and a powerful, experienced, and deep-rooted NPC can naturally develop more diverse event storylines."

The male host changed the subject. "So, the limitations of storyline characters are the limitations of the pattern and map. Taking Black Phantom as an example, he is the protagonist of a planet's main storyline, but will he have other main storyline roles in the future? Obviously, the probability is small. His area of activity is limited to the novice planet. When the interstellar map is opened, the once important characters will eventually fade into obscurity."

"And those NPCs who are involved in interstellar affairs can develop bigger and more events. In comparison, the most promising novice planet is naturally Frost Winter Star of the Void punisher race, which is closely linked to the interstellar camp. In the version iteration, there is a high probability that it will seamlessly connect to larger-scale new storylines. Low-level surface civilizations like Planet Aquamarine and Planet Everlasting Song seem less optimistic..."

Various barrages flashed in the video. Some people agreed, and some people disagreed. After analyzing the situation of Planet Aquamarine, the next segment was to invite professional players for interviews. Han Xiao didn't continue watching.

He thought the program was praising him, but he didn't expect to be used as a negative example at the end. However, this analysis made some sense. Just like the Boss in the novice village abused the players many times in the early stage, when the players reached a high level, these Bosses were not even as good as a high-level small monster. Han Xiao also knew that Planet Aquamarine was indeed a novice planet with a low starting point.

But understanding was one thing, this was taking him down.

Thinking of his plan, Han Xiao put on a playful smile, "Wait and see then."

...

"Bang!"

The distorted door of the medicine lab was blasted into the room, smashing all the instruments on two tables. Ye Qing, who had her back to the door, turned around in surprise. At the doorway, a figure with long red hair fluttering and a chilling aura, Hela, walked in with a cold face.

"What do you want?" Ye Qing asked vigilantly. Her fingers twitched slightly, and green sprouts spread out from the surrounding cabinets, turning into tough, slender vines, swaying slightly like venomous snakes about to strike.

Hela's whole body was wrapped in dark red energy, and her pupils flickered with red light. She said coldly, "Hand over the thing."

Ye Qing frowned and took a step to the side, revealing a row of test tubes on the table, all filled with bright red liquid. She shook her head and said, "Are you talking about these potions? They are all high-efficiency healing agents cultivated with your sister's cell tissues. Do you want to try it? The effect is very good."

Hela didn't hesitate. She raised her hands, and dark red streamers shot out, filled with killing intent. Ye Qing cursed secretly and hurriedly protected the potion, controlling the plants to resist.

Bang!

The dark red streamers were as sharp as blades, and the vines were cut off, the cuts were smooth and neat, and the sap splashed everywhere. Ye Qing hurriedly dodged, and the wall next to her was cut open, spraying wall ash.

"Madwoman!" Ye Qing gritted her teeth and resisted. Dark red light and green plants collided constantly, making a shocking noise. The medicine lab was torn apart by both sides, dust filled the air, and the ground was in a mess.

The guards outside were shocked, holding their guns but not knowing who to attack.

"Quickly, notify Black Phantom!" The guard squad leader hurriedly set off. He had just taken two steps when he saw a figure rapidly approaching at the end of the road. It was Han Xiao.

Han Xiao was monitoring the medicine lab at all times. When he saw Ye Qing and Hela fighting, he immediately rushed to the scene and shouted, "Stop!"

Ye Qing was covered in sweat. Her ability wasn't as aggressive as Hela's. Fearing that she would be injured as soon as she stopped, she shouted, "I'll stop when she stops."

Hela's face was cold and unwavering. She was determined to kill Ye Qing.

Han Xiao frowned tightly. Dark blue mechanical force condensed in his palms. He stomped his foot lightly on the ground, and the mechanical force penetrated the ground. The ground suddenly rumbled and trembled, and the ground in eight directions of the medicine lab cracked open.

Buzz—

Eight metal drill bits broke out of the ground, making the clicking sound of mechanical activity, and quickly unfolded into small turrets. The gun barrels turned to aim at the two.

Trap-type small folding turrets, a new variant of machinery, were buried in the important areas of the shelter, and could be activated through chip programs and his own mechanical force.

"I think you've forgotten whose territory this is," Han Xiao said in a deep voice.

Hela bit her lip, withdrew her hand and stepped back, her eyes cold. Ye Qing breathed a sigh of relief and rubbed her temples painfully. She had been hit by Hela's mental shock a few times just now, and her head was aching.

"You didn't fulfill your promise to protect my sister." Hela suddenly turned her head and stared directly at Han Xiao.

Han Xiao sighed helplessly, "You're overreacting."

Ye Qing snorted and took out the potion, saying, "These are potions I collected from Aurora's shed hair. This is called making the most of everything. I didn't hurt your sister, what are you worried about!"

"That's not allowed either!" Hela said coldly. Ye Qing's behavior was too similar to Germination. She was worried that similar scenes would remind Aurora of those painful experiences.

The two refused to give in. Han Xiao had a headache. It wasn't easy to resolve conflicts between his own people.

At this time, Aurora rushed over in her wheelchair, and Little Bear was lying on her lap, bouncing up and down, swinging back and forth.

Her complexion was much better than a month ago. Her dry hair had become smooth again, her skinny body had begun to gain weight, her expression was radiant, her face had become healthy and shiny, and her long-suppressed ability had begun to function. In just one month, Aurora had recovered to a normal person's physical fitness.

"Sister, why are you fighting with the doctor?" Aurora asked anxiously.

Ye Qing glared at Hela and explained the whole story.

Aurora suddenly understood, blinked her eyes, and said with open-mindedness, "It's just some hair, as long as it can help Uncle Han, I don't mind."

In the past, only her sister was good to her. Now, she had to add Han Xiao. Aurora was very willing to contribute her role, so that she could feel more at ease and feel that she could repay Han Xiao's kindness.

Han Xiao remained noncommittal. He knew that Ye Qing's experiment only used some shed hair as material and was not excessive, so he turned a blind eye. It was just that Hela's reaction was too extreme.

Aurora smiled brightly, "Sister, don't worry, I'm not that fragile."

Hela was silent for a while, then turned and left, her voice low, "I know."

This little episode came to an end. Han Xiao asked the guards to clean up the scene. Ye Qing walked to his side and said with a smile, "I didn't know there were so many turrets near the medicine lab before. You were monitoring me, right?"

Han Xiao glanced at her.

"Hehe, don't worry, I'm not that uninteresting. After all, I'm a tool that you traded for. Isn't a tool just at your disposal?" Ye Qing brushed the hair on her temples, her smile playful.

"Oh." Han Xiao turned and walked away.

Ye Qing's smile froze on her face. He just said oh and that was it? What kind of reaction was that? He wasn't annoyed, he didn't apologize, and he didn't even threaten her. Was he that indifferent?

...

The stars and moon hung low, and the night was deep.

After finishing a day of manufacturing, Han Xiao stored the goods in the secret base. On the way back to his room, he suddenly saw a graceful figure sitting on the roof of the next room. The soft moonlight shone down, illuminating half of her body. It was Hela, who was resting her cheek in her hand and staring blankly at the moon. It seemed that she had been sitting there for a while.

Han Xiao thought for a while and jumped up lightly.

Hela heard the movement but didn't turn her head. She asked faintly, "What are you doing up here?"

"Just came to take a look. Why aren't you sleeping so late?"

Hela snorted and didn't answer.

Han Xiao also sat down and shook his head, "Your reaction today was too extreme. You didn't seem so impulsive before."

Hela frowned slightly, "What's it to you?"

"Good point, what's it to me?" Han Xiao stroked his chin and muttered, "When I rescued your sister back then, why didn't you say that?"

Hela's face stiffened and she was speechless. After being depressed for a while, she finally let out a breath of turbid air and said slowly, "I'm just a little confused."