"In order to survive in the universe, in addition to registering on the ' Virtual Universe Network,' you also need to register as citizens of the Empire in the real world."
Otherwise, you'll be an unregistered person, and even if you're robbed by cosmic bandits or captured and sold by slave traders, no one will care," Babata warned.
"Aren't civilizations in the universe supposed to be very advanced? How come there are still slave traders and space bandits? This is too barbaric!" Thunder God asked, frowning.
"The universe is not a peaceful place; various forces are constantly vying for power, and given its vastness, there are bound to be some dark places."
Don't imagine the universe to be too civilized. The principle of the strong ruling over the weak is the essence of this world, and it's the same everywhere.
Moreover, one cannot become an imperial citizen without reaching the Planetary Level. When some native planets are discovered, they are naturally plundered without the protection of powerful individuals.
The Law of survival in the universe are stark; no one cares about the life or death of a race without strong members. For slave traders, slaves are money.
Moreover, wars occasionally break out between different planets and even galaxies, and the defeated side is naturally enslaved and sold into slavery.
When you arrive on Qiu Long Star, don't let your so-called 'righteous' heart get the better of you and try to rescue the slaves. The slaves are all equipped with Control Chip, and the slave owners can easily control their lives and deaths.
Moreover, these slave traders are protected by the Black Dragon Mountain Empire. Legally speaking, they are the ones in power. Even if you rescue the slaves, it's an illegal act and you'll be hunted down by the Black Dragon Mountain Empire's law enforcement.
Babata warned that he was genuinely afraid that if Zhang Junbao and his group saw some slaves suffering, they would be overcome with a sense of justice and want to rescue them, which would cause them a lot of trouble.
"This man-eating universe!" Thunder God muttered in dissatisfaction.
Hong patted Thunder God on the shoulder and said with a smile, " Babata, we naturally understand these principles. Meddling in other people's business before you have the strength will only get you killed."
Luo Feng nodded, which reassured Babata.
Zhang Junbao, however, remained silent, quietly observing the group. Was he really not going to meddle?
Seeing the others nod, Babata continued, "If you want to integrate into the universe, Qiu Long Star is the best place to see various cosmic civilizations and races, at present."
"I still have 932 Ganwu Coin, which can be exchanged for 932,000 Black Dragon Coin."
In the universe, the exchange rate between civilizations is generally one to one thousand. However, this is the official exchange rate, and the rate will be much higher on the black market.
Furthermore, the currency of a higher civilization can be easily exchanged for the currency of a lower civilization, but the reverse is not so easy.
These coins are enough for you to register your identity!
"We are now flying in the Dark Universe. The left side of the Dark Universe corresponds to the Original Universe. Objects in the Original Universe cannot exceed the speed of light. Once they exceed the speed of light, they will Cosmic Shuttle and enter the Dark Universe."
Traveling at the speed of light for one year in the Dark Universe, upon returning to the Original Universe, one would be 100.81 million light-years away.
" The Dark Universe and the Original Universe correspond to each other at a ratio of 1,100,810,000," Babata said.
The days of flying in the Dark Universe were a bit boring, so Babata tried his best to introduce them to knowledge about the universe.
"The ratio of the Original Universe to the Dark Universe is 1,100,810,000? Is such a precise ratio? Does it have any special meaning?" Zhang Junbao asked.
"Many powerful individuals have raised this question, but none seem to have a clear answer," Babata replied listlessly. He had seen many powerful individuals studying this ratio, as such a special number would certainly attract their attention. Unfortunately, so far, it seemed that no one had figured out the true meaning of this number.
Seeing this, Zhang Junbao had no choice but to give up. It turned out that he wasn't the only one who noticed these things. That's right, the powerful beings in the universe should not be underestimated.
"Traveling from Earth to Qiu Long Star would take 320,000 years in the Original Universe, even at the speed of light. But in the Dark Universe, it would only take nine days on Earth."
Babata explained a lot of common knowledge about the universe to them, and under the outdoor simulation, they could see that the outside was bright and colorful, with many points of light twinkling everywhere, which was magnificent and amazing.
Nine days passed quickly.
A few days wasn't a long time for them, and they didn't waste any time. Apart from listening to Babata explain the basics of the universe, they spent the rest of their time practicing.
In any case, having strong personal capabilities is the fundamental solution to the problem.
Upon arriving at Qiu Long Star, the Black Dragon Spaceship docked at the harbor as instructed.
Walking on Qiu Long Star, a planet far larger than Earth, they were amazed by its luxurious and diverse architecture and bizarre races.
Zhang Junbao looked around, but unfortunately he couldn't find the chubby young Gao Sheng; it seemed he had missed him.
" Junbao, I've connected to the network on Qiu Long Star and located the administrative building of the Black Dragon Mountain Empire on Qiu Long Star. According to the previous plan, the first thing to do upon arriving on Qiu Long Star is to join the Black Dragon Mountain Empire and obtain citizenship," Babata explained.
Let's go.
The group suppressed their curiosity and followed Babata's guidance, flying at low altitude. Flying was permitted on Qiu Long Star, but the altitude could not exceed one hundred meters.
Zhang Junbao even released the Flowing Silver Guard he obtained from the Black Dragon Spaceship to follow behind them. Even in space, there are distinctions of status and rank.
Upon seeing the Flowing Silver Guard following behind the four of them, the officials at the Black Dragon Mountain Empire's administrative building immediately changed their attitude. These were guards only important figures could have, and they processed their Black Dragon Mountain Empire citizenship applications with great respect.
From then on, Zhang Junbao, Hong, Thunder God, and Luo Feng were considered high-ranking individuals with citizenship in the Black Dragon Mountain Empire, a mid-level civilization in the universe.
As for citizenship in the Ganwu Universe Country, that cannot be processed here.
In the universe, where the law of the jungle prevails, a noble birth can bring them more advantages.
After completing the identity verification process, Zhang Junbao glanced at the black manager with red eyes who had processed their identity verification, flicked his finger, and tossed him a Ganwu Coin.
"Sir, what's this?" The black-haired, red-eyed manager looked at the Ganwu Coin in his hand, a little excited, and asked with a puzzled expression. Don't underestimate this small Ganwu Coin; it's already worth a year's salary for him.
This manager is shrewd; Zhang Junbao's behavior clearly indicates he has something to gain.
"It's nothing special, just making friends. We brothers just arrived on Qiu Long Star, and we're used to this kind of life. We're a bit unaccustomed to being thrown into this godforsaken place."
You've lived here for so long, you must know where to buy back art, right?
Remember, I'm talking about genuine works of art, high-end pieces, not some junk recycling company.
Zhang Junbao's completely spoiled brat-like demeanor caught the manager's eye.
What kind of background allows someone to casually spend Ganwu Coin, and even then, it's just a fee for "making friends" with him?
Moreover, judging from his tone, the prosperous Qiu Long Star was described as a godforsaken place. How prosperous must their home planet be?
Looks like he's about to have some luck.
Clearly, in the eyes of the black-haired, red-eyed manager, Zhang Junbao and his companions were young noblemen from some prestigious family, undergoing training. He had heard of quite a few people like them.
Those who were lucky enough to serve such a wealthy young man in the past often rose to great heights and became important figures.
I never expected to run into him today.
"My lord, my name is Zhas. It is my honor to befriend someone of your stature. If you ask where to find a place to collect art on Qiu Long Star, it is of course the Treasure Tower under the Virtual Universe Company. They can even collect the treasures of the Ganwu Universe Country there."
"This is perfect for someone as important as you," the black, red-eyed manager said with a smile.
" Treasure Tower? Isn't that Uncle Fu's? I didn't expect there to be Treasure Tower in such a remote place. I see." Zhang Junbao pursed his lips and said in a low voice on purpose.
But the black manager with red eyes still heard these words, and he was immediately shocked.
Although we don't know who this Uncle Fu is, he is undoubtedly a high-ranking executive at Treasure Tower, otherwise how could he claim Treasure Tower as his own?
Just who are these young masters? Their identities are terrifying! Could they be family members of high-ranking officials at Virtual Universe Company?
"Sir, I know the manager of Treasure Tower quite well. Shall I accompany you all there?" the black-haired, red-eyed manager said cautiously.
"What? Did you just overhear something?"
Damn it, Father specifically told me not to reveal my identity when I go out. What else do you know?
Zhang Junbao feigned anger and asked fiercely.
"No, no, I didn't hear anything. But if you gentlemen are interested in selling some artwork, please take my business card to the manager of the Treasure Tower. He will treat you well." The black-haired, red-eyed manager nervously took out his business card, no longer daring to suggest going with them.
"Hmm, so this is what training is like? Not being able to say anything is really troublesome."
"I see, you have a pretty good friend!" Zhang Junbao casually picked up the business card, adding as he did so.
After saying that, he led Luo Feng and the other two away.
After they left, the black manager with red eyes made a phone call, "Dear Aokaluo, I've introduced you to a big business opportunity. I have a few young noblemen here who are out on their way to gain experience, and they seem to be from high-ranking families of the Virtual Universe Company."
Yes, you absolutely must not reveal their identities. They are hiding their identities to gain experience, understand?
"If we take good care of these guys, then the two of us brothers will have everything we want."
Zhang Junbao and his group left the administration building with smiles on their faces.
" Junbao, who is this Uncle Fu? How do you know the higher-ups at Treasure Tower?" Luo Feng asked, puzzled.
" Uncle Fu? How would I know who he is?"
In any case, it's impossible for a low-ranking official in this empire to know all the high-ranking officials; if you just call out a random name, no one will recognize you.
"The key is that even rats have their ways. These officials must know organizations like Treasure Tower, and they're just using their connections to do us a favor," Zhang Junbao explained with a smile.
"Aren't you afraid they'll let it slip? He might have contacted the Treasure Tower." Luo Feng continued to ask.
" Junbao wants him to make contact with them. Otherwise, if we just go there directly, they'll think we're easy targets and try to scam us."
"Now that we have this imperial official, he'll definitely tell them we're young masters from a prominent family, out here for training. Junbao just let it slip in a low voice, clearly intending it for them to hear. Am I right?" Hong said with a smile.
"Haha, that's right. We need to fake an identity, but that identity can't be one we reveal ourselves."
What comes through the mouths of officials from the Black Dragon Mountain Empire, even if it's just speculation, carries more weight than what we ourselves say.
The most crucial aspect of this situation is the information asymmetry. They certainly won't reveal everything to each other, leaving themselves some room to maneuver. The more they conceal things, the more advantageous it is for us!
" Babata, have you found the location of the Treasure Tower? Let's go to the Treasure Tower!" Zhang Junbao said.
"Oh, oh, we've found the Treasure Tower. Follow me."
Babata was still stunned. Even Luo Feng understood the logic behind it, but Babata still couldn't believe it—could identity forgery be done like this?
Shouldn't they have used high-tech methods to hack into the empire's network and then alter their identity information? Why did they believe, after just a few words from Zhang Junbao, that these young noblemen from prominent families were here for training?