In the beginning, I also started as the captain of an aircraft carrier starship.

Because of her expertise in piloting interstellar fighters, she was naturally very familiar with carrier battles. And because of this, she had a good personal relationship with Marshal Su Lan, the supreme commander of the Star Queen Ace Fleet.

Marshal Su Lan once said that in the Xiaolong Legion fleet, Pei Shengnan was second only to Su Lan in terms of interstellar combat capabilities.

However, due to her early years following Akame, Pei Shengnan's combat command style has also been influenced by Akame's reckless and impulsive style.

This foreshadowed the later development of Pei Shengnan's unique style of commanding her own legion fleet.

On the battlefield, Pei Shengnan can use aircraft carriers and starships as the core of the battle, and rely on interstellar air combat to seize the advantage of the regional battlefield.

You can also use starships, star cruisers, star battlecruisers, and other main warships to launch a fierce offensive against the enemy on the front lines and achieve victory!

The past seemed to flash before Pei Shengnan's eyes like a revolving lantern.

Finally, she stood in the center of the stage, before Emperor Xiaolong.

She saw the mercenary leader below the stage, the one who had once been a young girl and called her Sister Pei.

At this moment, her face showed less of the arrogance it once had and more of a calm demeanor.

Nearly ten years.

Ten years ago, I was just a vice-captain of a mercenary fleet. How could I have imagined that I would eventually stand in such a position?

"Hereby, I announce that Pei Shengnan is granted the rank of Imperial Marshal and appointed as the Supreme Commander of the Tenth Legion Fleet of the Xiaolong Empire."

Emperor Xiaolong's voice pulled Pei Shengnan back from the meeting.

She looked at the Imperial Marshal's badge worn on her chest.

Although she had known about this before.

After all, she was in charge of all the sea trials and training of the 10th Legion Fleet Group of the JF-17 Thunder, and all the actual power had been handed over to her.

All that's missing is a public announcement.

But when she actually put the badge on herself, she felt a sense of responsibility.

Pei Shengnan looked at everyone, whose gazes held a mix of emotions: congratulations, envy, and admiration.

"For the Empire, for the Emperor!" Pei Shengnan bowed, her voice echoing throughout the entire palace square.

Many people in the audience echoed, "For the Empire! For the Emperor!"

The momentum reached a certain peak at this moment.

At the same time, it also means that the number of marshals in the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire has increased to fourteen; if we include the two five-star marshals of the empire, then there are sixteen.

These sixteen figures symbolize the sixteen pillars of the Xiaolong Empire!

Next, the newly promoted Imperial Lieutenant Generals, Major Generals, and Brigadier Generals will be announced.

This greatly increases the size of the population.

The number of Samsung generals has increased to forty-eight.

The number of two-star lieutenant generals has increased to 196.

The number of major generals with one star has increased to 980.

The number of brigadiers has increased to nearly six thousand.

This means that the officer system of the Dragon Star Empire already has a terrifying number of over seven thousand people.

Some might think that having so many generals would make the top of the Dragon Star Empire's pyramid too bloated.

Lilith's secretariat also calculated this data.

The result was that the number of officers was far from sufficient, and there was even a significant shortage of generals.

If it weren't for the fact that the number of officers who meet the standards for general officers is far from sufficient, this number would easily exceed ten thousand.

Because in the current Xiaolong Interstellar Empire, the captain of any T6-class interstellar warship must be a brigadier general!

This single point alone means that the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire needs a large number of brigadier general captains!

After all, the Dragon Star Empire is still in the early stages of military governance.

The military still holds the main political power.

Getting back to the main point, the promotion ceremonies for these officers took almost a whole day to complete.

Although subsequent ranks such as brigadier general, major general, and lieutenant general no longer needed to be awarded by Emperor Xiaolong himself, they were awarded on his behalf by several imperial marshals.

But this also took a lot of time.

After rewarding officers for their merits, the next step is naturally to reward other civilian staff and scientists.

After all, these individuals made significant contributions to the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire.

This time, under the arrangement of Lilith's secretary, a different level of reward was officially implemented, which was separate from the rewards for officers, but still matched in rank.

It is divided into six levels.

From highest to lowest, they are five stars to zero stars, and the suffixes following these are the corresponding functions.

For example, scientists and researchers working at the Imperial Military Research Institute are generally among the top in this field.

Even at the very worst, one can still obtain the title of an outstanding scientist.

Above that are one-star scientists, two-star scientists, and so on up to the highest level, five-star scientists.

In other fields, this translates to outstanding engineers, outstanding researchers, and so on.

"I hereby announce that Anne is awarded the title of Five-Star Scientist."

"Nana is awarded the title of Five-Star Scientist."

"Issuing Elise the title of Five-Star Engineer."

“Niu Danni is awarded the title of four-star engineer.”

"Award Xiong Xiangxiang the title of Four-Star Educator".

"Yang Ni is awarded the title of four-star physician."

...

One by one, names that were unfamiliar to outsiders but very familiar to members of the Xiaolong Group appeared.

These people often don't appear in the spotlight of the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire, but they have always been silently contributing to the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire with their professional knowledge.

Those whose names were called walked onto the stage one by one.

Anne was suddenly being stared at by so many people, and she actually felt a little timid.

I originally wanted to move to the back of the row.

But the straightforward Sister Niu pushed her to the front.

"Sister Niu, don't push me... don't push me..." Annie kept winking at Sister Niu, but Sister Niu, being so straightforward, seemed completely oblivious.

In the end, she had no choice but to stand obediently at the very front.

He thought to himself, "Sister Niu must be holding a grudge against me because I didn't share some of the beef leg I asked her to grill last time. I can just share some with her next time."

The award ceremony ended quickly, and naturally, it was time for everyone to eat, drink, and have fun.

Joyful music filled the square, and all sorts of delicious food appeared there, allowing everyone to eat and drink to their heart's content.

On both sides of the square, you can also see some small private rooms, which are naturally prepared for some special people.

Take Emperor Xiaolong for example; although he was willing to share joy with the people...

However, the subordinates weren't having fun while they were outside all the time.

He decided to just show his face and then go somewhere to eat and drink on his own.

For people with special identities, such as Annie, the first priority is to protect their safety.

Secondly, it is important to ensure that their behavior does not negatively impact their public image.

Take Annie, for example, who's currently feasting and drinking to the point where she's practically burying her face in her food bowl.

As for the badge she was awarded earlier, it had long been in the way and she had thrown it away somewhere.

Fortunately, her younger sister Nana was there to take care of her and had packed up these important things in advance.

She glared at her sister with a hint of annoyance, but knowing her sister's temper, she decided to let her be happy on this important day.

"Nana, look at your sister."

Sigh, this is probably how she'll be for the rest of her life.

Fortunately, you and your sister work in the same department, and they usually take care of each other. The voice of the father, Chief Ba Jin, came from beside me.

"I understand, Father." Nana looked at her father, whose face was always beaming with a smile.

He also wore a medal on his chest, but it only marked him as a two-star engineer.

Although their father, Chief Bajin, was an interstellar dwarf with considerable craftsmanship skills.

However, some things depend on talent. Chief Ba Jin has already done quite well to become a two-star engineer through his own efforts.

This might even involve the relationship between his two daughters.

If not, he is probably just a one-star engineer.

Nevertheless, Chief Ba Jin was already quite satisfied.

Because of Annie and Nana, his family can be considered the number one technological family in the current Xiaolong Interstellar Empire. Although the family has a small population, it holds a prestigious position in the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire.

As a result, many of his blood relatives among his original interstellar dwarves were recruited by him.

It can be considered a case of one person attaining enlightenment and all their relatives and friends benefiting from it.

As long as Annie and Nana exist, Chief Ba Jin's family has nothing to worry about in the future.

Besides these private rooms, there was another private room in a corner.

There was also a group of special guests.

The two girls, Hanaya Lanlan and Hanaya Nini, who came here before, are here now.

This private room was quieter than the others, and there weren't many people inside.

Among the people present, the only ones they were familiar with were the three representatives from the Stone Kingdom.

As for the others, I can identify some of them by their appearance, but since I haven't met them and don't know them, it's not appropriate to greet them now.

In the midst of this eerie silence, the group entered the private room.

Why isn't anyone saying anything?

"It's because we're not familiar with each other yet." Zhao Chen walked in with a smile.

Almost everyone stood up at the same time and looked at the Emperor Xiaolong.

Their attention was quickly drawn to a person who followed Emperor Xiaolong into the room.

That is the Azure Water Elf King!

"Greetings, Your Majesty the Dragon Emperor, and Lord Azure Water Elf King." Everyone greeted and bowed.

The Azure Water Elf King smiled gently and said, "Everyone, you don't need to look at me. The master here is His Majesty the Dragon Emperor."

I am a guest, just like all of you.

Zhao Chen, standing to the side, said with a smile, "That's not how it works."

"If it weren't for the information and channels provided by you, the Azure Water Elf King, I wouldn't have been able to gather everyone here, and we wouldn't have this connection."

The Azure Water Elf King looked at Zhao Chen with a smile: "I did give His Majesty the Emperor some things and advice."

But His Majesty the Emperor didn't seem to follow those instructions completely, so I don't deserve any credit for it.

Those present were puzzled by these vague words.

It seems that something happened between the Dragon Emperor and the Azure Water Elf King that they were unaware of.

In fact, the Azure Water Elf King was telling Zhao Chen, "I provided you with some information and advice, but you didn't do as I said."

I believe in this statement.

"Whether it's a black cat or a white cat, as long as it catches mice, it's a good cat." Zhao Chen had already sat down.

He looked at the crowd still standing and said, "Don't stand anymore, sit down quickly."

I don't have much time here.

After I finish speaking, I will go somewhere else.

Please forgive any shortcomings in my work.

"No, no."

After exchanging pleasantries, everyone sat down.

Zhao Chen continued, "Then let me introduce everyone to each other first, since you will be cooperating with each other in the future."

"You can't do this without getting familiar with it."

As he spoke, Zhao Chen began to introduce himself, starting from his left.

"These two are the leaders of the Fairy Flower Federation tribe and the White Orchid Interstellar Trade Group, Miss Flower Sprout Orchid and Miss Flower Sprout Nini."

The two Flower Fairy ladies now control the White Orchid Interstellar Trade Group, which has a market share of 25% in the Flower Fairy Federation tribes, and is about to approach 30%.

By then, it will become the largest interstellar trader in the Fairy Federation tribe.

These two are both very wealthy; don't say I didn't look for opportunities to make money with you.

Zhao Chen couldn't resist making a couple of sarcastic remarks at the end.

Hanaya Lanlan and Hanaya Nini raised their glasses and waved to everyone.

"These three are envoys from the Kingdom of Stone. This is Prince Ahmed, and these two are the Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Minister of Finance and Economy, respectively..."

The three envoys from the Stone Kingdom rose and bowed to the crowd.

The physical characteristics of the Stone Kingdom race were quite obvious. When they removed their disguises and appeared before everyone, everyone knew that these three were from the Stone Kingdom.

Everyone was surprised by this situation.

Because they were all very clear about the nature of the Stone Kingdom, apart from the interstellar traders of the Fairy Fairy Federation tribe, they rarely had close contact with other interstellar races or interstellar forces.

"These three are His Excellency the Carefree King from the Giant Tooth Federation, respectively, from the Cancer Interstellar Civilization Universe."

A man who looked like a sealman, with a large body, wearing a white fur suit, and with two huge teeth in his mouth, stood up and bowed to everyone.

Despite his rugged appearance, the Great Fanged Sea Monster King, Xiaoyao, possessed a gentle and refined demeanor.

This is why he has a fairly good network of connections within the Cancer interstellar civilization universe.

It is closely related to his personality.

"These two are Queen Leng Yun and Grand Marshal Leng Qian from the Duchy of Luohe." The two women stood up and bowed to the crowd.

"This is the seventh prince of the Mohadis Interstellar Empire."

“These three are envoys from the Fire Emblem Interstellar Alliance.”

Zhao Chen quickly finished introducing the guests from five different interstellar universes.

"I think this person needs no introduction."

"You are all familiar with her identity." Zhao Chen said with a teasing smile as he pointed to the Azure Water Elf King.

The Azure Water Elf King smiled as he looked at everyone present: "It is an honor to be here with you all."

The Azure Water Elf Queen was naturally familiar with these people; she was the 'Minister of Foreign Affairs' of the Holy Elf Empire.

"This time, we have specially invited you all to come to the Dragon Star Empire at this time."

On the one hand, it allows everyone to enjoy the feast of the Dragon Star Empire at this stage.

On the other hand, as we move into the next phase, we should all unite together.

"Only by uniting can we unleash even greater potential!" Zhao Chen stated the purpose of his visit.

Hua Ya Lanlan was excited as she looked at the people present.

As an interstellar trader, she was naturally very aware of the power behind these forces.

The Stone Kingdom possesses abundant mineral resources, making it suitable as both a resource production center and a market for goods.

The two interstellar forces of the Cancer interstellar civilization are well-known in the universe for their unique geographical location.

In the future, a comprehensive network of interstellar stargates can be built there, which will greatly increase the efficiency of interstellar trade!

They could even establish their own interstellar trade group system within the Cancer interstellar civilization!

The Mohadis Interstellar Empire may seem insignificant, but it holds an extremely high position and prestige within its region of interstellar space.

With the protection of the Mohadis Interstellar Empire, the markets in several universes surrounding it can be guaranteed!

Needless to say, the Fire Emblem Interstellar Alliance is the product of the alliance of multiple interstellar civilizations, and it is a T5 interstellar civilization.

This means it will be a very large interstellar market.

With the technology provided by the Dragon Empire, these interstellar civilizations, when brought together, will form the largest interstellar market among known cosmic civilizations!

By then, their influence will have greatly increased, making it much easier for them to expand outwards and recruit allies.

Hua Ya Lanlan looked intently at the Dragon Emperor before her.

She discovered that this tyrant emperor's ambitions might far exceed their imagination.

He seemed to be depicting a vast interstellar map, at which point a colossal organization would form within the known civilizations of the universe.

This organization will be led by the Dragon Star Empire.

In the future, it may even become the sword and shield in the hands of the Dragon Star Empire, used to fight against the devouring civilization.

Even a more powerful and terrifying order!

Perhaps, this is what the Dragon Emperor was really thinking!

............

At the banquet, Zhao Chen briefly explained his plans for the future of these interstellar civilizations and the universe.

Basically, all aspects of the interests have been taken into consideration.

Everyone present was satisfied.

The Azure Water Elf King listened quietly to what the Dragon Emperor was saying, her eyes occasionally flashing with surprise.

Several tens of minutes later, Emperor Xiaolong picked up his wine glass, raised it to everyone, and said, "This is roughly the direction."

During your stay in the Xiaolong system, the secretariat will contact you to discuss and finalize specific plans for future development and cooperation.

I believe that with everyone working together, we can all get everything we want.

To our future.

Emperor Xiaolong raised his glass, and everyone present naturally followed suit.

After that, Emperor Xiaolong temporarily took his leave.

The Azure Water Elf King watched as the scene gradually came to life after the Emperor of the Wraith Dragon left.

They started chatting with each other.

After all, everyone here will be our future partners. Now that we have this opportunity, we should naturally get to know each other better to facilitate future cooperation.

"Lord Azure Water Elf King, it's been a long time." The Giant-Toothed Sea Monster King Xiaoyao walked up to the Azure Water Elf King with a wine cup, taking the initiative to greet him and offer a toast.

"haven't seen you for a long time.

"I've heard that your business is thriving now," the Azure Water Elf King said with a gentle smile.

The Giant-Toothed Siren King said with a simple smile, "This is all thanks to Emperor Xiaolong and your support."

I was quite surprised when the envoy from the Dragon Star Empire contacted me.

Looking back now, if it weren't for Lord Azure Water Elf King mentioning us to Emperor Wraith Dragon, we would have been truly remarkable.

I will never have a chance to rise to prominence or showcase my talents.

Hearing the gratitude in the words of the Giant-Toothed Sea Monster, the Carefree King.

The Azure Water Elf King smiled kindly and said, "I didn't do anything; I just told Emperor Xiaolong about your situation."

Whether you two can cooperate, and how you can cooperate, is entirely up to fate.

Although the Azure Water Elf King said so, the Giant Tooth Siren King still sincerely said, "I know who is helping us and who our friends are."

I will remember your kindness. If you ever need anything in the future, please let me know, and I will do everything I can to help you.

"What if our Holy Elf Empire were to become enemies with the Wraith Dragon Interstellar Empire?" the Azure Water Elf King suddenly said jokingly.

These words startled the Giant-Toothed Sea Monster King Xiaoyao for a moment, but he immediately chuckled and said, "How could that be?"

It is now widely known that the Holy Elf Empire and the Wraith Dragon Interstellar Empire are currently in a honeymoon period, with close cooperation between the two sides.

They even established a two-way permanent cosmic stargate for communication between the two sides.

You two even have considerable interstellar trade cooperation.

Even the two Elf Kings personally attended the New Year's Eve banquet of the Dragonflight Interstellar Empire, which is enough to show the relationship between the two sides.

How could we possibly draw our swords against each other?

Seeing that the other party did not answer her question directly, the Azure Water Elf Queen did not press the issue further.

In many things, people actually value interests, especially when they are at the top of the pyramid.

Often at that stage, the decisions you make are not based on your own thoughts, but rather on countless hands pushing you to make a decision, even if that decision may not be what you truly want in your heart.

Just like this Giant-Toothed Sea Monster, the Carefree King.

He may genuinely be grateful to the Azure Water Elf King, but when the Dragon Owl Interstellar Empire and the Holy Elf Empire become enemies or even go to war, his side will depend entirely on the interests at the time.

The Azure Water Elf King did not waste any more time on such matters, but instead talked to those present about their cooperative relationship with the Wraith Dragon Interstellar Empire.