Trading Cosmic Battleship From The Start
Chapter 216 - 148: New Warship Ready_2

Chapter 216: Chapter 148: New Warship Ready_2

In the interstellar realm, not all civilizations can continue to develop endlessly.

More civilizations find it difficult to continue developing once they reach a certain limit.

They may even experience regression!

The Daike Civilization three thousand years later already showed such tendencies.

Shen Shi also saw a lot of discussions about the Shen Clan in the information repository.

"Although there is no nobility or royalty in our Human Civilization, I believe the Shen Clan deserves the same respect!"

"Yes, starting from the sage Shen Shi, who brought miracles and hope to humanity during the Earth Star Period three thousand years ago, to the great hero Shen Li, who led humanity to turn defeat into victory against the invaders from Worren, to today, when this clan has completely preserved and returned the cultural heritage we had once completely lost, their contribution to Human Civilization is enough to support any honor."

"Spirit comes from inheritance, honor comes from greatness!"

"I wonder when the Shen Clan will return to Human Civilization."

"It may still take some time. The descendants of the great hero have been hiding in this Star Sea, likely relatively safe. Returning before they have enough strength to ensure their position may not be a good thing. We cannot let the heroes of the new era of humanity bear too much risk."

"..."

Looking at these remarks, Shen Shi genuinely felt a sense of amazement.

Gong Chu didn’t hide too much, fully disclosing the reasons and stories he provided.

Even though some content actually hinted at a lack of trust within Human Civilization and a subtle worry about the result of the war, there was no slander or criticism. Instead, it received unanimous recognition and understanding from most people.

This is almost unimaginable in modern society.

Otherwise, why would Shen Shi create the Star Sea hoping to integrate into the civilization? And why would he go to such lengths to ensure that humanity could feel a certain level of participation?

Isn’t it because human minds are complex, and with so many voices and opinions, people’s emotions and perceptions are too easily misled?

Of course, the Future World isn’t entirely free of such phenomena either. It’s just that, with high cognition, people aren’t affected by slight dissenting voices, so those with different opinions from the majority of the civilization naturally don’t bother to express themselves.

"If only I could visit the Future World," this thought suddenly emerged in Shen Shi’s mind.

But he quickly shook his head.

Even people from the Future World advised him not to return until he had enough power, let alone the fact that he had already tried, and the Time Crystal currently couldn’t truly allow him to traverse.

His only connection with the Future World seems to be through the black market terminal.

Therefore, he can only pay attention to various information about the Future World and obtain more detailed intelligence from Gong Chu and the Collector to maintain his understanding of the Future World’s war situation.

However, what is more important is the war in the modern world.

Because if we win, humanity’s future is likely to undergo a dramatic transformation.

Moreover, Shen Shi has a faint understanding that perhaps by then, the Time Crystal will undergo changes as well.

But until that time comes, everything is just speculation.

With less than four months left until the Worren’s main fleet truly enters the trap’s range,

Shen Shi finally received a message from the Collector.

His new warship is ready!

Upon receiving this message, even Shen Shi couldn’t suppress his excitement.

He’s been waiting too long!

In the interstellar wars, what matters is equipment and technology.

He has already seen the final struggle of destiny and the enemy’s last cards. This is his advantage, but to use this advantage to achieve final victory, he also needs a stronger trump card!

That is the warship the Collector has prepared for him!

With anticipation, Shen Shi once again entered the black market.

The black market has already undergone some considerable changes compared to before.

Not only regarding its bustling nature.

Indeed, most shops have reopened, and many people are coming in and out of various shops. Even though the total number of people with black market terminals is less than two thousand, it still gives Shen Shi a sense of a bustling marketplace.

The key thing is—the appearance of those shops has changed significantly.

When Shen Shi first entered the black market, he had once criticized the strange architectural style there.

It was the patchwork of various architectural styles, filled with a sense of strangeness.

But now, most of these strange buildings have disappeared, replaced by genuine Earth Star Period architectural styles.

Shen Shi even saw a store that closely resembled the grand hall of the Forbidden City, looking resplendent and magnificent!

There were also stores with a style very close to the modern era, resembling the upscale shops found everywhere on Blue Star.

Although having so many buildings from different periods, regions, and styles on the same street is still uncommon, at least in the eyes of Shen Shi, a modern person, here it no longer seems so peculiar, at most "distinctive."

"It seems Gong Chu and the Collector have already revealed some basic cultural heritage." Shen Shi went straight to the Collector’s shop.

He found it quite lively.

He quickly scanned the room, noticing quite a few people he had seen last time in Gong Chu’s shop.

One of them was none other than Veness.

As soon as he entered, everyone stopped talking and turned their attention towards him. Some people regarded Shen Shi with scrutinizing eyes and emotions.

"It’s me." Shen Shi replied in his usual anonymous tone, devoid of any discernible emotion.

But the atmosphere instantly changed.

"Greetings, Clan Leader." Everyone subdued their emotions and respectfully saluted.

"Clan Leader" is actually the title for the head of the clan. After all, all these people have joined the Shen Clan.

So, this also became a universal title for Shen Shi.

"Respected Clan Leader, we’ve been waiting for you." The Collector approached, even he had corrected the previously translated title "boss."

"What are you all..." Shen Shi hadn’t finished his sentence when he got the answer, "Preparing to share your findings in Gus Land?"

"It’s a transaction." The Collector corrected Shen Shi’s assumption, "Even though everyone is a member of the same clan, at most, I can offer some discounts. I also need more resources to build the channels."

"That’s right." Shen Shi agreed with this notion but also had some concerns, "Making such large purchases in Gus Land at once, won’t it affect your safety?"

After all, the existence of the black market cannot be made public.

If someone in Gus Land realizes something unusual about the Collector and starts investigating, or even forces the issue, the Collector would have trouble.

After all, his current status and position in that place aren’t high.

Yet, the others with mouths only laughed.

"It seems the Clan Leader still underestimates the Collector’s capabilities." Veness walked up and explained with a smile, "We who fled the Solar System had to avoid all civilizations and spaceships, terrified of being discovered by the Daike Civilization or other civilizations in the Mude System. But only the Collector proactively engaged with other civilizations along the way, always finding ways to achieve his goals. Once he arrived in Gus Land, he fit right in. Moreover, if he wasn’t confident, he wouldn’t help us with the transactions."

Shen Shi looked at the Collector.

He indeed vaguely realized that the Collector seems very adept at communication.

Or rather, very good at seizing opportunities from communication and contact.