From the early Flower Fairy Federation and Stone Kingdom to the current Luohe Duchy.

These are the trees that Zhao Chen planted, which will provide shade and shelter for the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire in the future, and the fruit they produce will also nourish the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire.

Some might say that if things continue like this, the ultimate enjoyment will take a long time.

Zhao Chen believes in the saying that the best time to plant a tree was ten years ago, and the second best time is now.

Therefore, even knowing that the time to truly enjoy the fruits of this labor would be a very long time from now, Zhao Chen would not hesitate at all.

If only they had been able to offer even the slightest help to the Dragon Star Empire in its war against the Devouring Civilization and even against Order not long ago.

All of this shows that Zhao Chen's efforts have not been in vain.

"The second phase will be completed in about six months."

The third phase is expected to be completed in a year, and the construction plan for the third phase is an expansion based on previous discussions.

Furthermore, although we have not yet signed a fourth phase construction plan, we have reserved some room for maneuver in this regard.

"If needed in the future, we can build a fourth phase of the construction plan," Lilith explained in detail.

Zhao Chen nodded in satisfaction, looking at the dragon pattern dot marked on the star map of the Duchy of Luohe.

This is the location of the special development zone, a small star system near the Luohe Capital Star System, where resources are scarce and people are few and far between.

However, it is very suitable for establishing special development zones.

Control of this development zone will be directly held by the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire, and a trans-universe stargate will be established here to directly connect to the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire.

"Has the plan and strategy for the external development of the Duchy of Luohe been finalized?" Zhao Chen looked at the two video windows next to him.

In the two video windows that were connected, there was Marshal Leona, the supreme commander of the Fifth Fleet Group of the JF-17 Thunder Corps, and Vice Commander Zhong Xiaoyun.

Marshal Leona said, "My progress here is going very smoothly."

The Great Fang Siren King we are currently supporting has completely taken control of the Great Fang Siren tribe and is expanding outwards with our help.

Because the Carefree King originally had good connections, he adopted a policy of "courtesy first, then force." However, he would also screen the forces that were "treated with courtesy," and those who were not suitable would naturally not receive this qualification.

The interstellar forces that generally treated him with 'courtesy' all recognized the character of the Carefree King and were willing to form an alliance with him.

The Carefree King has now established an interstellar power called the 'Giant Fang Federation,' which controls three star regions and is currently waging war against two of them.

It is expected that within the next three months, the territory of the Giant Fang Federation will affect ten star systems.

It occupies one-third of the entire Cancer interstellar civilization universe.

After Marshal Leona finished speaking.

Lieutenant General Zhong Xiaoyun immediately added: "Our development plan for the Duchy of Luohe is more inclined towards military strategy."

After all, the Luohe Kingdom was newly established and did not have the connections and personal benefits that the Carefree King possessed.

Only by relying on its own powerful military can it force the surrounding interstellar forces to submit.

In addition, the Duchy of Luohe is currently relatively weak in military strength and needs some time to develop.

According to our plan, the territory controlled by the Duchy of Luohe will expand to three star regions within the next three months.

At this time, we will create an opportunity for the Luohe Duchy and the Xiaoyao King's Giant Tooth Federation to form an open alliance.

They publicly declared the establishment of a North-South alliance, which would then form the largest alliance force in the Cancer interstellar civilization universe.

If we extend it by another half day, it will be much more convenient.

We anticipate that within six months at most, we will be able to control over 90% of the interstellar territory of the Cancer interstellar civilization!

Marshal Leona nodded beside her, her face showing a confident expression.

Six months.

This was much shorter than Zhao Chen and Lilith had anticipated.

After all, among the three universes Charlotte was in charge of, the Cancer interstellar civilization universe was the one with the largest territory and the special circumstances of internal strife, so they thought it would take the longest to complete.

Unexpectedly, under the leadership of Marshal Leona and Lieutenant General Zhong Xiaoyun, the time could be shortened to half a month.

That's quite astonishing.

"very good.

After that, I will leave here and travel to other universes.

The affairs of the Cancer interstellar civilization universe are now entirely entrusted to the two of you.

"If anything happens, you can make your own decisions. If you need support, try to contact the Dragon Star Empire. As soon as we receive your request for help, we will provide assistance as quickly as possible!" Zhao Chen said.

"Yes," Lieutenant General Zhong Xiaoyun replied.

Marshal Leona confidently raised her head and said, "Your Majesty, please rest assured."

I promise you this in six months.

Even if you wanted the entire Cancer interstellar civilization universe to fly the Falcon Dragon flag of our Falcon Dragon Interstellar Empire, no problem.

Looking at Marshal Leona's confident demeanor.

Zhao Chen couldn't help but chuckle and said, "Alright, I'll wait for your good news."

After a brief discussion.

Zhao Chen received a communication request from the capital planet of the Duchy of Luohe.

It goes without saying that it came from the Queen of the Luo River.

Queen Leng Yun had previously extended a warm invitation to Emperor Xiaolong to attend this banquet.

However, Zhao Chen declined. Since he was choosing to keep a low profile and not make a public appearance, there was absolutely no need for Zhao Chen to attend the event.

If I go there myself, those two people who know my identity will also feel uncomfortable.

It's better to stay here and not disturb their feast.

"Let's bring him in," Zhao Chen said, after thinking about these things.

The video window is open.

The scene opposite is inside a room, with two people in the video window.

They are Queen Leng Yun and Marshal Leng Qian, respectively.

"Congratulations to both of you," Zhao Chen said with a smile.

"Greetings, Your Majesty." The two bowed respectfully at the same time.

Zhao Chen nodded slightly; these two were indeed very clever and sensible.

They were not arrogant or complacent; they clearly understood how they had achieved everything they had.

"Although I couldn't attend your banquet, I still want to offer my congratulations here."

The Duchy of Luohe was re-established.

"I believe that in the near future, your Dragon Lord Guild will become increasingly powerful," Zhao Chen said with a smile.

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

We will never forget the help that the Dragon Empire and Your Majesty provided to our Duchy of Luohe when we needed it most.

"Our Duchy of Luohe will always be the most loyal ally and partner of the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire and you," Queen Leng Yun said with conviction.

Zhao Chen nodded slightly, without saying anything more in response to those words.

Take such promises with a grain of salt; the most important thing afterwards is to see what the person involved does.

Anyway, Zhao Chen didn't care. If this agent wasn't suitable, he could just find another one later.

"Regarding the future development direction and matters of the Duchy of Luohe, I believe that Secretary Lilith and Lieutenant General Zhong Xiaoyun have already sent you the relevant documents."

I will leave here after that.

Lieutenant General Zhong Xiaoyun will represent me fully in matters related to this.

"She will help you carry out these plans," Zhao Chen said.

When Queen Leng Yun and Marshal Leng Qian heard that Emperor Xiaolong was leaving, they were somewhat surprised, but at the same time somewhat relieved, their emotions were quite complicated.

From a personal perspective, they naturally hoped that this great Emperor of the Dragons could stay here a little longer.

Emperor Xiaolong is a person with great personal charisma.

However, from their perspective, someone like Emperor Xiaolong, who stands at the top of the pyramid, would be better off staying in the Duchy of Luohe.

That puts a lot of pressure on them.

Although they knew that the current Duchy of Luohe was following the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire, the Xiaolong Emperor's prolonged stay here meant that his control over them would deepen.

This is something they don't want to see.

Everyone naturally hopes to be more 'free'.

"Please rest assured, Your Majesty."

We will work with Lieutenant General Zhong Xiaoyun to quickly implement the corresponding development plan.

"We will absolutely not be a hindrance to the Dragon Legion fleet!" Queen Leng Yun assured her.

Marshal Leng Qian said solemnly, "Our Duchy of Luohe will always welcome the arrival of Emperor Xiaolong."

Whether now or in the future.

"If Your Majesty, the Emperor of the Dragon Kings, ever needs me, I, Leng Qian, am willing to lead the Luohe Legion fleet across galaxies and oceans to your side, to become the sharpest sword in your hand, and to fight for you!"

Zhao Chen nodded with a smile.

After exchanging a few more pleasantries, the call ended.

Zhao Chen also began preparing for his trip to the next universe for inspection.

He took one last look at this Cancer interstellar civilization universe and the Duchy of Luohe.

When he returns here again in the future.

I imagine it would be a completely different scene here!

End of the year 3039 of the Galactic Calendar

This marks the upcoming third anniversary of the establishment of the Dragon Star Empire.

This also marks nearly five months since the end of the first battle between the Dragon Star Empire and the Devouring Civilization.

These five months provided the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire with invaluable time to rest and recuperate.

Zhao Chen and the others originally thought that this period would only last three months at most, but unexpectedly it dragged on for five months, and the Devouring Civilization did not take any action.

Meanwhile, the spies planted by the Holy Elf Empire reported back that the Devouring Civilization had not made any moves other than continuously preparing its legion fleet.

This made Zhao Chen and the others even more puzzled.

Logically speaking, with its powerful industrial base, the Devouring Civilization should have been able to recover the interstellar warships lost in the first battle in a very short time once it started its war machine.

Three months is enough time to recover half of the body.

This is enough to launch a second offensive against the Dragon Star Empire.

Because it's obvious to anyone with eyes that the development speed of the Dragon Star Empire is astonishing, and we simply can't afford to lag behind them.

The longer it drags on, the less likely even a war machine like the Devouring Civilization will be able to keep up with the development speed of the Dragonflight Interstellar Empire.

Even with doubts in their hearts, the clues, intelligence, and evidence they had obtained were still insufficient to clarify what the Devouring Civilization was up to.

The only option is to remain unchanged in the face of all changes and be prepared to deal with everything that may happen.

And in these five months, nearly half a year.

The Dragon Star Empire has achieved remarkable development both internally and externally.

This is the internal and external development strategy that Zhao Chen and his team had previously devised for the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire, relying on these two development paths.

Walking on two legs is always much faster than walking on one leg.

And the results are significant.

The Flower Fairy Federation and the Stone Kingdom both fell into Zhao Chen's hands.

And the Cancer interstellar civilization universe is almost a certainty.

Under Charlotte's leadership, the Mohadis Interstellar Empire and the Fire Emblem Interstellar Alliance proceeded in an orderly manner.

And coincidentally, it is now the third anniversary of the founding of the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire, and Zhao Chen is about to announce some matters.

Let's just compress everything into one point in time.

For this purpose, Zhao Chen also specially recalled high-ranking officials located in several interstellar universes, such as Charlotte and Leona.

Zhao Chen even secretly invited several high-ranking members of the alliance forces.

For example, the two golden flowers of the White Orchid Interstellar Trade Group, who now hold a pivotal position in the Fairy Flower Federation tribe, are Flower Sprout Orchid and Flower Sprout Nini.

And the envoys from the Kingdom of Stone, as well as the Queen and Grand Marshal of the Duchy of Loh River, and so on.

Since none of these people have publicly acknowledged their alliance with the Dragon Star Empire, they all used false identities to be invited this time.

And they will not appear in any public places to ensure that their identity is not exposed.

They naturally wouldn't participate in publicly sponsored banquets.

However, Zhao Chen did not neglect them. He specially arranged for people to take them on a tour of the Xiaolong Star System, so that they could personally experience the power of the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire.

This method can deepen their ideological imprint on the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire.

Afterwards, a private reception banquet will be held for them, also to discuss some related matters.

In conclusion.

Lilith has already presented Zhao Chen with a schedule, which can be described as having arranged the Dragon Emperor's time at the end of the year in a very neat and orderly manner.

"So many?" Zhao Chen looked at the schedule, which was almost as tall as him, and said speechlessly.

Beside him were three children playing happily.

After more than half a year, the three children had grown up quite a bit and could stand on the ground and play by themselves.

Zhao Chen also made time to spend with them, which was a rare treat.

It has to be said that Zhao Chen feels indebted to these children.

Not only could he not spend much time with them, but they hadn't even seen their mother for almost six months because of his orders.

"Can these schedules be compressed further?"

"Can we make more time to spend with the children?" Zhao Chen said earnestly, his arm around Lilith's slender waist.

"The children are watching, don't touch them." Lilith glared at Zhao Chen.

In private, Lilith showed less awe for the Dragon Emperor and more affection for him as a wife.

The longer the time goes on, the stronger the feelings become.

"Don't you want to spend more time with your child?" Zhao Chen teased Lilith.

Lilith was speechless for a moment.

It would be a lie to say I don't want to spend more time with them.

All three children are at an innocent and carefree age, and being able to stay by their side is naturally the best thing.

But now... right now...

Lilith took a deep breath and said in a low voice, "I have already scheduled time for us to spend with our three children every month."

Charlotte will be back soon; she hasn't seen her child for almost half a year.

Charlotte can spend the rest of the time with the children.

But we still have our work to do!

Zhao Chen covered his head, looking extremely agitated.

If that guy Order were to appear in front of Zhao Chen at this moment, Zhao Chen would definitely make him understand what it means for flowers to bloom in a unique shade of red!

It's all because of this damned existence that my wonderful life has been ruined and my retirement plans have been postponed indefinitely.

That damn bastard!

At this moment, the eldest daughter, Zhao Bai'er, came over, tugged at Zhao Chen's clothes with her small, tender hands, and said in a childish voice, "Daddy, you can go about your business... you're all set."

Bai'er will take good care of her younger siblings.

Mother said that Father is a very, very busy person with great things to do.

After all these things are done, Daddy can rest and spend time with us.

We have no regrets about being a burden to our father and mother.

Father and Mother, please go and do what you need to do.

Zhao Chen stared in astonishment at the young girl speaking in her childish voice; he found it hard to believe.

He squatted down and looked directly at his eldest daughter.

Although the eldest daughter was trying to pretend, Zhao Chen still noticed the sadness she was trying to hide in her eyes.

"Bai'er, who taught you these words?" Zhao Chen asked.

Although he knew his children were intelligent, there were some things she couldn't have grasped so quickly without being taught.

Zhao Bai'er continued in her childish voice, "It was Mother who said some things to me before."

She said she wanted to do something great for her father, and that she might not be able to be with us for the next six months or so.

They said I was the eldest child and had to take on the responsibility of caring for my younger siblings.

Mother said that you are very busy now, but this is so that you can stay with us in the future.

Therefore, my younger siblings and I are willing to wait at home for our parents and godmother to come back.

We will be very sensible and obedient, and will absolutely not make the aunties angry.

It's amazing how sensible he is at such a young age.

Zhao Chen felt as if his heart had been pierced by countless needles.

He was not a responsible father, nor even a responsible husband.

They don't even provide the most basic companionship for their children.

Zhao Chen stepped forward and hugged Zhao Bai'er tightly.

Seeing this, Zhao Hu and Zhao Lili, who were standing nearby, did not understand what had happened, but they still opened their arms and asked their father for a hug.

"Alright, it's time to get to what we need to do." Lilith patted Zhao Chen on the shoulder, though she also couldn't bear to do such a thing.

But unfortunately, this is unavoidable.

This is what they have to face now.

Zhao Chen glanced at the three children.

Zhao Bai'er held one child in each hand, smiling at Zhao Chen, but her small eyes held complex emotions.

Zhao Chen took a deep breath, turned around and left.

Seeing Zhao Chen leave, his youngest daughter, Zhao Lili, instinctively reached out to grab her father.

"Father... Father..." came a childish voice.

Upon hearing the call, Zhao Chen paused, then quickened his pace again.

Zhao Bai'er stepped forward and hugged her younger sister, comforting her, "Father and Mother are going to do important things. Once they've finished, they'll stay by our side."

Zhao Hu clenched his fists, but tears were already streaming down his face.

"My mother said that I am a man and a man cannot cry."

I can't cry...

...

Zhao Chen was unaware of what was happening behind him, and he dared not look.

Stepping out of the mansion, Zhao Chen and Lilith boarded the pre-prepared shuttle and departed from the planet.

This planet was specially terraformed to be habitable, specifically designed for the families of the Xiaolong Legion, like Zhao Bai'er.

The shuttle takes off.

Zhao Chen looked at this beautiful planet. There were many beautiful buildings on the planet, but very little trace of technology could be seen.

This is because Zhao Chen wanted these children to have more contact with nature in their early years and enjoy this precious memory in the interstellar era.

The shuttle left the Earth's surface and entered space.

The Dragon Emperor interstellar command ship was already waiting there.

Back on the bridge of the Dragon Emperor interstellar command ship.

As Zhao Chen sat in the captain's chair, he resumed his work.

He opened his schedule, which covered almost a month's worth of work.

From the end of this year to the beginning of next year.

The first step is to summarize the development and current status of the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire and the interstellar and cosmic forces currently controlled by it over the past year, and to formulate the development direction for the coming year, etc.

At the same time, Zhao Chen will also meet for the first time with the agents from other interstellar civilizations and cosmic forces who have been supported by the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire.

This took about five days in total.

Then came the third anniversary celebration at the end of the year, which was even grander than the previous two-year anniversary celebration.

The celebration is mainly divided into three parts.

The first part is an award for officers and civilian personnel who have made meritorious contributions to the Dragon Star Empire over the past year.

The second part is the entire New Year's Eve ceremony. In addition to the New Year's Eve ceremony, Zhao Chen, as the Emperor of Xiaolong, will also conduct a five-day inspection tour, visiting various parts of the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire.

The third part involves officially launching the new year's development plan at the beginning of January next year. At the same time, Zhao Chen will need to use his technological abilities to write the development direction and outline for the Imperial Military Research Institute for the coming year.

The timing for this part is not fixed at the moment.

These are roughly the three processes.

After reading these...

Zhao Chen scratched his head, sighing that being an emperor was really not easy. Even though he had mastered the art of being a hands-off manager, there was still a lot of work that he needed to handle personally.

There's no escaping it.

"Can't we reduce it a little more?" Zhao Chen looked at Lilith beside him.

Lilith shrugged and said casually, "This schedule was already drawn up with the secretariat reduced as much as possible."

If it weren't for this, someone else in your position wouldn't have lasted more than a month.

It's estimated that it will take about three months to get everything done.

Zhao Chen helplessly covered his face.

Since we know we can't avoid it.

Zhao Chen could only resign himself to his fate and said, "Then let's do it according to this form."

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