KMC-101 planetary orbit high altitude, inside the A1 Ark ship.

"I really didn't expect you to have a device related to insects." In the corridor of the Ark ship, Yang Yi's tone was still a little surprised.

"It's mainly a backup means to prevent the insect chasers from catching up with the ship." A1 explained as he walked, "This project is one of several of the Empire's top secrets. The project has a sub-facility on each Ark ship. ”

"Do you know how many ships there are in your class?"

"Until I got into the water, I had six ships under construction at the same time. It is not ruled out that more Ark ships will be commissioned according to the change of the battle situation. A1 quickly replied, "This class of Ark ships is mainly used to prepare the empire for the preservation of human civilization in the event of a catastrophe. Therefore, although it is fully equipped, it is also very expensive. ”

"You can guess...... But what exactly is the disaster? Alien insects? ”

“…… The insects aren't enough to wipe out humanity, Commander. A1 shook his head, "What the Empire fears is an artificial lifeform. In fact, it is also the product of one of the Empire's several top-secret research projects. The Empire feared that this creature would trigger an inevitable catastrophe in the future, so it began to prepare in advance......"

"Wouldn't it be good to just stop the project? Fearing that this creature is at risk of getting out of control, wouldn't it be the best option to simply stop the project? ”

"Because this project is not under the auspices of the Imperial Government. The Imperial Government provided only funding and space, and the main research for the project was conducted by an organization called the Mobis Foundation. A1 explained, "They have partnered with the Imperial Government, supported by the Imperial Government, and the Foundation is developing a new generation of biological weapons and advanced technology for the Empire. ”

"Mobius Foundation?!" Yang Yi felt that his head was suddenly blown blank by this news.

When it comes to the Mobius Foundation, the first words that come to mind are naturally artifacts and hybrids. In Wings of Freedom, it was the Mobius Foundation that hired Renault to look for artifacts everywhere, and finally used the artifact to directly purify the Queen of Blades. It is also the Mobius Foundation's secret research and development of hybrids within human nations.

Since it is mentioned that the creatures that can cause the disaster...... A hybrid of an astral spirit and an alien worm?

“…… Do you mean hybrids? ”

"Hmm...... Well? Commander, how do you know? This is the Empire's top secret! A1 was a little surprised, "Few people in the Imperial Government know the details of this matter. ”

“…… In addition to the Ark ship, does the Empire have any other means of preparing backups? ”

"I don't know." found that the commander did not intend to say, and A1 did not intend to delve into it, but followed Yang Yi's words and said, "How many backup means there are may only be known to the head of Mengsk......"

"And what facility are you going to take us to now?"

"The Empire's Top Secret Project, a sub-project of Project 'Cerberus', a sub-facility of Project Magoro."

"The original intention of Project Magulo was to obtain a number of mutant samples from the isolated Magulo swarm for experimentation to assist Project Cerberus."

That is to say...... Are you going to experiment with these insects? ”

"That's right. But given that I'm not a research ship, these insects will only be kept in a dormant pod for now. It is advisable to recruit a research ship, so that many projects can be launched. A1 reminded, "As the Ark of the Empire, my database and research facilities contain a lot of valuable research materials and classified items. If it can be used, it can add a lot of combat power to us. ”

"Hmm...... I understand. ”

After a brief understanding of the facilities to contain the insects next, Yang Yi took them back to the bridge of A1 to discuss their next move.

Meanwhile, the Port of the Dead, the Bullet Bar.

Hill shook the glass in his hand a little impatiently. The cacophony of voices in the tavern furrowed his brow even more. Soon, though, a woman was sitting in the empty seat across from him.

"You're late."

"Oh, sorry, I got into some trouble on the way." The woman's body was wearing a combat uniform in the harsh environment of the Empire, her face could not be seen clearly, and her voice was obviously synthetic, "You came to me, is there something wrong?" ”

"Why the hell did you want me to give him that ship?" Ciel put down the wine glass in his hand, stared at her, and asked in a deep voice, "I can't find any news about that ship at all, what the hell are you up to?" ”

"Isn't it the rule of your business not to inquire about your employer's information?" The woman said nonchalantly, then picked up the glass that had already been in her place.

This principle is only effective if neither party harms the interests of the other. But you're probably getting me in big trouble right now! Hill's voice was very disturbed, "You'd better make it clear......"

"You first figure out who you're talking to." The woman slammed her fist on the table, "The Empire won't pursue this." You don't have to worry. ”

Hill was silent for a moment, then raised his head: "How do I know that you didn't cheat me?" This kind of thing doesn't look like an empire can give up easily. ”

Whether it is a pirate or a mercenary in the Port of the Dead, there is a tacit potential consensus, that is, no matter what, don't mess with the ** country. The Tyranid Empire, with the Imperial Security Service in hand, is either unable to create the Port of the Dead, or it does not want to create the Port of the Dead. As the largest black goods trading place and outlaw gathering point in the Star Sector, the Port of the Dead can do far more harm to the Empire than it causes. But if you really want to provoke the Empire, the Empire's Ghost Rangers have a rare record of misses.

"We've worked together so many times, do you still want to question my abilities?"

“…… In short, I just want to remind you not to play with fire and set yourself on fire. Ciel finally sighed, "I shouldn't have agreed to your deal in the first place." Since then, I haven't had a better hunch about you. ”

"Don't worry. If you were given another chance, you would still choose to work with me. Without me, you wouldn't be in such a high position as you are now. The woman shook her glass, then put it down and stood up, "Keep an eye on the Black Rose Pirates for me." The pirate group had recently done something stupid and caused them a lot of trouble. I've got to get to work. If you're okay, I'll go first. ”

“…… I know. I'm fine. ”

The woman walked briskly out of the bar, and Hill looked at her back as she left, reached out and picked up the glass that the woman had just picked up, then tore a hidden note from the bottom of the glass, and then carefully opened it, with only one line written on it.

"The kite is also afraid of heights, but I just trust the person who leads it."