With everything that the Dragon Star Empire has now established, he truly considers himself his home.

The home I built myself over ten years.

In the future, he may spend a second decade, a third decade, or even more.

It was used to protect his home and everything in it.

A knock came at the door.

Zhao Chen said something, and the door opened.

Lilith walked in gracefully, pushing a food cart filled with Zhao Chen's favorite foods.

Don't just drink one glass of milk.

You are now the Emperor of the Dragon King. Your body does not only belong to you, but also to the Dragon King Interstellar Empire.

"You, the Dragon Emperor, would better watch your step." Lilith glared at her.

Zhao Chen could only slowly put down the cup in his hand. Perhaps due to too much pressure recently, his appetite had not been very good. Every morning after waking up, he would only drink a glass of milk and then finish quickly.

The subordinates responsible for Zhao Chen's daily diet naturally reminded him multiple times.

But in front of Zhao Chen, this tyrannical emperor, those subordinates who took care of his daily meals were all given the runaround.

It seems that Lilith is their trump card.

They knew that only Lilith could persuade Zhao Chen.

"I just don't have much of an appetite," Zhao Chen explained.

Lilith immediately said, "Then it must be a physical reason?"

Then I'll have to call a doctor to give you a thorough examination.

Zhao Chen immediately raised his hand and said, "Never mind, I'm perfectly healthy."

Calling them over would be a complete waste of time.

Okay, I'll eat it.

Zhao Chen picked up the food from the food cart.

His body has been enhanced, so how could there be a problem? But if those medical teams are brought in, they will definitely examine Zhao Chen from head to toe, inside and out.

They wouldn't believe Zhao Chen's one-sided story.

"Today?" Lilith crossed her arms and looked at Zhao Chen.

Zhao Chen said helplessly, "Alright, I promise you."

From then on, I ate my breakfast properly every morning. Are you satisfied now?

Lilith cut up some food for Zhao Chen and held it to his lips, saying, "I'm not forcing you to do anything."

But your health is really important to us.

"I know, I just occasionally...act like a little kid."

"I promise you, it won't happen again next time." As Lilith fed Zhao Chen, Zhao Chen put his arm around Lilith's waist.

Lilith sensed some of Zhao Chen's subtle movements.

Her cheeks flushed slightly, and she immediately grabbed Zhao Chen's mischievous hand: "Not now."

I have something else to report to you.

Zhao Chen was put in his place; he knew Lilith's personality.

Although she is a succubus, she will always prioritize the matter when it comes to something important.

She's a total workaholic!

"Alright, alright, go ahead and tell me. What is it?" Zhao Chen feigned helplessness, sitting on the sofa, eating breakfast while looking at Lilith.

Lilith raised her hand, and a schedule appeared in front of Zhao Chen.

“You’ve been going to the Imperial Military Research Institute these past few days.”

I've heard that several technologies have seen significant improvements.

And she had outlined their research direction for the coming year. Lilith looked at Zhao Chen.

Zhao Chen swallowed what was in his mouth and said, "Because of the successful rollout of our near-T7 Golden Scarab-class heavy interstellar dreadnought."

Although it is only a near-T7 level interstellar warship, it has provided us with a lot of feedback.

We can learn from the experience of applying many new technologies.

In the future, the near-T7 Golden Scarab-class heavy interstellar dreadnought can also be used as an experimental platform for true T7-level technology.

Only with more intuitive experimental results can we build true near-T7 level interstellar warships more quickly.

Furthermore, the technology for constructing permanent cosmic stargates has been largely finalized.

We can then proceed with plans to build permanent cosmic stargates with several interstellar civilizations.

At that time, we will be able to strengthen our ties with those interstellar civilizations, promote their development, and solidify our relationship with them.

..."

Zhao Chen described his work arrangements during this period.

Because he couldn't stay at the Imperial Military Research Institute for an extended period, most of his work involved finalizing aspects or core technologies, leaving the rest to the individual project teams to conduct their own research.

In this way, we can be said to have cultivated the top R&D personnel for the future of the Dragon Star Empire!

Lilith recorded these things; she actually knew some of the content in this section.

Now that Zhao Chen has confirmed it, I feel much more at ease.

After all, no one is more authoritative than Zhao Chen in these technological fields.

"Having completed all of this, I can say that I've finished this phase of my work." Zhao Chen stretched.

Lilith nodded. With this step completed, Zhao Chen had successfully finished the three-stage work plan he had prepared for the New Year period.

The development plans for all aspects of the future of the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire have been finalized.

"The reason I came to see you this time is actually because there is another very important matter."

Marshal Charlotte has basically finalized some military plans for the coming year. Lilith looked at Zhao Chen with a serious expression.

Zhao Chen sensed the strangeness in those gazes. He put down his plate and asked, "Does Charlotte have some ideas or needs?"

Lilith began, "Marshal Charlotte has devised a blitzkrieg operational plan for an expedition to devour the universe of civilizations."

Blitzkrieg devours civilized universes?

When Zhao Chen heard this word, he was stunned for a moment.

He then picked up a damp towel and wiped his mouth, his expression turning serious. He didn't question the matter.

Instead, she asked seriously, "Has Charlotte finalized this plan?"

Lilith replied, "In the past two weeks, from the end of the year to now."

Charlotte gathered nearly a hundred first-class military staff officers, as well as almost all the marshals and generals, to discuss the idea.

During this period, as many as 150 draft simulation plans were confirmed.

More than 30,000 simulated combat exercises have been conducted.

Today, Field Marshal Charlotte will finalize this operational plan.

Therefore, please move to the military headquarters conference room.

Because of the importance of this matter, your presence is needed to make the final decision.

"I understand." Zhao Chen nodded. In fact, he had already given Charlotte the highest decision-making authority in military matters before, and even the right to "act first and report later".

Because Zhao Chen trusted Charlotte completely.

Charlotte had started preparations well in advance, but she still informed Zhao Chen at the last step.

Although she has the right to act first and report later, that's only in special circumstances. In the current situation, according to procedure, the final decision should still be made by Emperor Xiaolong.

After all, this is no ordinary combat plan, but a combat plan against another hostile civilization, the T6 interstellar civilization.

"When does the meeting start?" Zhao Chen asked.

The meeting is scheduled to begin in two hours.

"But Charlotte said that if you have something to do, the meeting can be postponed, and everything can proceed as you wish," Lilith replied.

"No need to postpone, it will be in two hours."

"We can set off now." Zhao Chen picked up the military uniform that had been prepared beforehand and quickly changed into it.

He led Lilith out of the room.

On their way to the military headquarters conference room.

Lilith couldn't help but ask Zhao Chen, "You haven't shown any surprise since you learned about this."

Did you already know about this?

"I don't know whether to say that you did a good job of keeping it a secret, or that I've just been too busy lately."

"I knew absolutely nothing about this matter," Zhao Chen said frankly.

"Then why were you able to accept it so quickly?"

Strictly speaking, when I first heard about this plan, my immediate reaction was one of strong resistance and protest.

If it weren't for the fact that I am a secretary and not responsible for military affairs, it would be inappropriate for me to interfere.

I would have definitely offered my opinion then.

Our Dragon Star Empire may appear to be in good order now, but it is under tremendous pressure in every aspect.

In this situation, we're barely able to defend against an attack from a civilization that devours others, yet we're actively attacking the cosmic territory of a civilization that devours others... this is truly incomprehensible to me.

Looking at Lilith's puzzled expression.

Zhao Chen smiled and said, "That's why I always say that professional matters should be left to professionals."

In matters of governing the country and coordinating various aspects, Charlotte is no match for you.

But in military combat, you and I combined are no match for Charlotte.

Lilith nodded, readily admitting it as well.

Zhao Chen continued, "What you just said does indeed exist."

However, I believe that since our Marshal Charlotte dared to propose such a battle plan...

Then she must have had a reasonable idea and reason.

Our next step is to listen to her thoughts and reasons, and then make a final decision.

Lilith nodded; this was actually what she was thinking too.

During the chat.

Zhao Chen and Lilith then arrived at the military headquarters conference room.

The military headquarters conference room is not actually in a fixed location.

It can appear wherever it is needed.

It could be on a planet, a starport, or a starship.

Everything is determined by demand.

The military conference room this time was located on the Rakshasa Hades-class interstellar dreadnought!

The reason is simple.

Because that was Charlotte's flagship, and a super flagship at that.

All of the above aspects can meet the needs of the military's conference room.

Zhao Chen entered a spacious room, which resembled a small bridge on a ship and was divided into several areas.

In each region, a large number of military staff officers are discussing various matters.