Chapter 1 The Secret

When the two of them opened their eyes again, Hermia first felt the depletion and weakness of her body, but then her own powerful soul nourished her body, making it full. Her perception of the whole world was different. She could even feel Li Hao's heartbeat, and her body was full of power. Li Hao also opened his eyes. He had just been checking Hermia's physical condition. There were no major problems, but he had been a little impulsive just now. His physical strength was unmatched even by the Tianren (Sky Human race). If something had happened, it would have been a disaster. The Oz Empire would probably be the first to send a fleet to destroy the solar system.

Li Hao, relieved, released her hand. "Your Highness, this is our secret. This is a unique skill and not applicable to others."

Hermia nodded. "I know. Our secret!"

Hermia really wanted to know what else she could do if her soul became even more powerful. Could she achieve the kind of soul travel through the universe described in the Imperial Codex?

Or perhaps, Li Hao could already do it?

Hermia stared at Li Hao with curious eyes, lost in thought. He had more secrets than she had imagined.

At this moment, a cough sounded outside the door. Florenzo and Cheng Konghai entered. Florenzo now treated Cheng Konghai even better than his own son, even postponing the design of the succession ceremony to focus on creating exclusive Tianren (Sky Human race) armor for Cheng Konghai. This gave Shilada a headache. Florenzo's personality was the type that wouldn't listen to reason. Once he set his mind on something, even an interstellar spaceship couldn't pull him back. It felt like he was about to be abducted, and the helpless thing was that Florenzo himself was a soul master. He knew exactly what kind of feelings and reliance the other party had for him. This was also the reason for his past loneliness. He saw too clearly, but once he encountered it, it was undoubtedly salvation.

Florenzo's life goal became helping his adopted son achieve glory.

"Your Highness, Grand Priestess Shilada wants to see Li Hao," Florenzo said. "Li Hao, the approval for the Holy Anthem has been granted, but how to build it, to what extent, and the core personnel, all of this needs the Grand Priestess's approval. You understand."

Florenzo handled the social interactions perfectly. The reason for saying this in front of the Princess was because of the Princess's feelings, which were obvious to everyone. Moreover, it was a win-win situation. However, Grand Priestess Shilada was still very calm and wouldn't be swayed by emotions. He had also learned about Li Hao's situation from Ah Hai, which made things difficult. However, outsiders shouldn't get involved in matters of the heart. It was good to be young.

"Li Hao, then come with me. I'll change into something more formal. You should make a good impression when meeting my master," Hermia winked. "I'm doing this for your own good. My master isn't as easy to talk to as I am."

Li Hao nodded. Seeing the big boss, Kepler's future development largely depended on Shilada, and the approval of the Holy Anthem also relied on Shilada. He later learned that if he relied on Holy Anthem merits, he would have to become a great general, which was something that might take forever.

Li Hao and Hermia left together. Florenzo nodded in approval. "Really good, a talented man and a beautiful woman. He watched Hermia grow up, and the Princess was not a flower in a greenhouse. It's rare to have such a fate."

"Old man, stop looking. It's hopeless. Second Brother won't like anyone else!" Cheng Konghai said with certainty. When it came to being stubborn, the ant was the best in the universe, and he firmly supported A Youyou, even if someone better came along.

"Ah Hai, you're still young. Anything is possible when it comes to the romantic relationships of young Tianren (Sky Human race). I'm not bragging, the Princess is the most beautiful woman in the galaxy. No one can resist her. Besides, it's normal for a great man to have three wives and four concubines. Our Tianren (Sky Human race) nobles can marry four wives," Florenzo's life, apart from research, had entered a dead end, but now it was different. "Now that you've inherited my surname, although it's not as glorious as the Hall of Heroes, it's still a first-class noble family in the Oz Empire. You can marry four wives. Your old man still has some influence. I've recently been looking for some suitable noble women for you... Ah, don't go, let's talk... let's talk!"

Cheng Konghai's face was already red and his neck was thick. Four wives? He hadn't even held a girl's hand before. He would rather face a hundred Zerg in a melee all night than face a girl, especially a Tianren (Sky Human race), which was too scary.

Florenzo behind him was extremely happy. His life, which had been like dead ashes, was said to be research, but it was actually just a reason to live. Even the research itself had become stagnant due to a loss of passion and inspiration, but now he suddenly felt like his life had been revived. He felt energetic doing everything, especially when Cheng Konghai was willing to inherit his family and surname, Naisse. Cheng Konghai Naisse was also a craftsman hall-level family in the Oz Empire. With Cheng Konghai's soul talent, maybe the Naisse surname could enter the Hall of Heroes in the future and be worshiped.

After being tossed around by five or six maids who were trying to suppress their laughter, Li Hao arrived at the hall. It was the first time they had seen the Princess bring a man to her bedroom, so they had to dress him carefully. Moreover, this was the great hero who had defeated Hausen Imugu. It was said that he had seen through Imugu's conspiracy and was very heroic.

Li Hao, who felt like he was in prison, was finally finished. Clothes make the man, and the saddle makes the horse. After this grooming, he really had a bit of an overbearing taste, mainly because of the feeling between Li Hao's eyebrows, which inadvertently exuded the demeanor of a strong man.

He met Grand Priestess Shilada. The two sides had met several times, but this was the first time they had met face to face. Hermia and Helena were also there, and Loserik, the captain of the guards, was standing beside them. The cleaning operation on the Emperor Wu Star was coming to an end. Loserik had a smile on his face. He also knew the inside story and thought of the "back door" the Princess had asked him to take. Now that he thought about it, it was a bit like fate.

Shilada looked at Li Hao, who was wearing Oz Empire clothing, and felt a sense of freshness. He had a very cool and overbearing feeling. With Shilada's status and experience, she looked at people from a different perspective. For a moment, she seemed to see Emperor Augustus and was a little dazed.

Li Hao also looked at the Grand Priestess and general of Emperor Wu Star in front of him. In fact, time had not taken anything away. What had settled down was a dignified and luxurious beauty, which was very oppressive. Her strength was also unfathomable. She was a big shot in the Milky Way world and a top combat force of the Tianren (Sky Human race).

At the same time, there was a first confrontation in terms of momentum. Shilada wanted to test this young man who could awaken Aura, and Li Hao wanted to see what level the so-called general could reach.

However, in this kind of occasion, the two sides' auras only had slight contact, not a direct fight, and there was not even any fluctuation of soul confrontation. It was a different kind of test, and the level was higher.

But neither side had any flaws. After a slight contact, they understood the level the other party could reach, and people at this level would not easily fight.

Shilada nodded with satisfaction, exceeding expectations!

Li Hao defeated Hausen, awakened the super weapon, and assisted Hermia in driving the super weapon to fight. Otherwise, with Hermia's current state, she might have been injured. At the same time, he saved the empire from trouble, so any reward would not be too much. Of course, Shilada wanted to keep Li Hao in the empire even more. Regardless of how he was with the princess, the empire had enough positions waiting for him, which were incomparable to humans. However, Shilada was not a grand priestess who took things for granted. Some people enjoyed some things, but some people might not care.

And Li Hao was likely the latter, so he needed to be influenced slowly. Those who were driven by interests would also leave because of interests.

"Li Hao, the relevant personnel of the Milky Way Holy Anthem Committee have gone to Kepler. After having the Holy Anthem, mankind will officially enter the arbitration system under the Holy Anthem system. As for relevant matters," Princess Shilada smiled, "Princess Shilada repeatedly told us to be careful, so you don't need to worry about this. The problem is that having the qualification is the foundation. Do you have any preparations for the relevant hardware and software and instructors?"

Li Hao thought, where could he prepare them, let alone Kepler.

"Master, we can help solve this!" Hermia felt that there was no need to mention it again. The help they had received was far greater than this.

Helena rolled her eyes. She was really stupid. How could she always think about giving things away for nothing? Although Li Hao had indeed helped a lot, the Oz Empire's actions were also a great favor, which was good news for humans now.

"Your Highness, this is official business, and we still have to go through the procedures. But since Your Highness has said so, then I will let the adjudication Holy Anthem think of a way. At the same time, I will also transfer some people from the empire's other Holy Anthems to Kepler." Shilada smiled, "Li Hao, they will be sent in the form of Holy Anthem missions, and the time will vary. You still need to establish your own system as soon as possible and put it into practical operation."

In short, Li Hao knew that if they were allowed to do it, it would be hopeless. How could the Holy Anthem instructors of the Tianren (Sky Human race) world be willing to go to a barren planet that they had hardly heard of, which was still a third-class civilization? It was like a teacher from Tianjing Jiwu suddenly being sent to teach in a war-torn country in Africa.

"Thank you, Your Highness, Grand Priestess. Maybe you think my words are a bit arrogant, but I will never refuse any place where the Oz Empire can use me!" Li Hao said.

Helena wanted to say, then you should stay in Oz, but she held back after thinking about it. This was not a child's game and was too naive.

"Master, Li Hao just taught me a very powerful way to use power. I am getting closer and closer to being able to awaken the super weapon alone. He and I are friends, and it is right to help each other. Let's not use this way of talking about conditions. Li Hao, don't have any constraints. These are all voluntary on our part." Hermia said, "After I ascend the throne, the first thing I will do is establish diplomatic relations with mankind."

Shilada and Helena didn't know whether to laugh or cry. Loserik on the side bit his teeth tightly, holding his mouth shut, fearing that he would ruin his lifelong reputation if he laughed. Shilada originally wanted to play a double act, but what she said to Li Hao was normal, but Hermia was too impatient, but this was sincerity.

"Yes, I was too thoughtful. I'm an old bureaucrat. Everyone, please relax." After being put in order by Hermia, everyone relaxed. "Li Hao, I have a question. I saw the video of you awakening the super weapon. It seems that you didn't use much Zhou Li (Cosmic Force). What did it feel like at that time?"

Li Hao thought for a while. "Actually, I didn't feel anything. When I stood on the altar, the mutation appeared. Could it be that it was originally awakened by the Princess? The standby time of the super weapon was a bit long and delayed?"

"That's a backup statement to the outside world." Shilada smiled.

Helena chuckled. "Li Hao, do you think Aura is a broken machine? Don't joke around."

Li Hao smiled and suddenly began to unbutton his clothes. Everyone was stunned. What did he want to do?

Li Hao just uncovered his upper clothes, revealing the logo on his chest. "Could it be because of this?"

Sometimes you need to rub against the edge of danger...