Cooperate with the Performance

"Self-check complete. All systems normal. The lander is ready to detach."

As the voice came through the communications channel, the four people, now strapped back into their seats, took a deep breath and turned to look out the portholes.

At this moment, the starry sky outside their windows was filled with twisted blood-red light.

Of course, this was not because the entire universe had turned red, but because they had already drawn close to the Transparent Planet.

Now, all starlight passing through the Transparent Planet had had its "color" altered.

This also meant that the power this planet could emit might have surpassed their previous estimates.

"Does this mean we're within the Blood Sun's range of illumination too?"

Jie An looked at the blood-colored starlight beyond the porthole, then glanced at the phone that had already been unwrapped and secured to the seat beside him. He smiled. "Will it call us later? Then we can directly see what's behind the Transparent Planet."

"That may be difficult,"

Li Cheng turned around and shook his head. "According to the intelligence Jodan sent before we boarded the ship, everyone who received a call was no stronger than E-rank. The overwhelming majority were ordinary people. Clearly, whoever is 'abducting' people is likely making 'selections.'"

"They specifically pick easy targets."

Jie An shook his head. "A bunch of cowards who bully the weak and fear the strong."

"They may also be deliberately avoiding powerful Transcendents to prevent unforeseen complications."

Li Cheng nodded thoughtfully.

Listening to their discussion, He Ao gazed at the red starlight outside.

This enemy was obviously stronger than the previous ones, yet more cautious and careful.

Bang--

As they spoke, the entire passenger cabin jolted.

This was the sound of the lander separating.

Everyone's gaze once again turned toward the portholes.

Although