Chapter 2454: Chapter 22: Future Direction Forward

"Lord, you’re joking. Your strength makes us pale in comparison, we wouldn’t dare to speak of making progress in front of you."

Tian Niu Lang, this time, did not exaggerate. He genuinely felt he was speaking the truth.

The other subordinates didn’t mock his flattery either, because they also felt Tian Niu Lang was right.

"Yes, Lord Jia Yan, you casually went out and advanced to the Galaxy Level. When we first heard about you destroying a Galaxy Level existence, we found it hard to believe."

"Haha, exactly, and it’s not just unbelievable from when you destroyed the Galaxy Level, but even from when you were at the Peak of Stellar and fought a Galaxy Level powerhouse to a draw, even forcing them to retreat. I couldn’t believe it even then."

"Right, right, Lord, did you really fight a Galaxy Level to a draw when you were at the Stellar Class Late Level?"

Once the subordinates started talking, they became less formal and began chatting with Jia Yan.

"Hehe, those days aren’t much to talk about. Actually, being able to fight that entity known as the assassin to a draw at the Stellar Class was due to several factors, like my Subspace Talent, which was probably my biggest win factor. Another factor, which you might find useful, is the Yin-Yang Dao. In recent battles, I’ve found that our Yin-Yang Dao provides a significant advantage in the face of formidable enemies. The Yin-Yang Dao’s Positive and Negative Explosion theory can quickly unleash the desired power against others of the same level or even stronger opponents, as long as the power gap isn’t too large, there is some combat power."

The things Jia Yan mentioned, or rather his combat experience from this time, left the group of subordinates in awe.

They knew that the Yin-Yang Dao Jia Yan mentioned about combat wisdom was extremely effective and was precious experience they extremely needed.

The Yin-Yang Dao is a brand new system without predecessors to guide the way. Even though everyone knows its combat utility is very powerful, potentially more promising and potent than the Universe System, there hasn’t been a real practitioner to combatively implement it nor any substantial practical application experience, making it hard for successors to fathom.

Now, with Jia Yan’s usage report and cross-tier combat report, it provides powerful support and boosts confidence for other users.

Seeing everyone interested in his battles, Jia Yan smiled and shared details of dealing with multiple Galaxy Level existences, especially some battle processes and stories when destroying the assassin, which captivated the subordinates.

Through Jia Yan’s narratives about his recent experiences, everyone gained thorough insights, notably knowing how he, amid the breakthrough, persisted under pressure in front of Starry Sky enemies, slowly advancing with the aid of a group of Stellar Class powers, leaving them all in stunned silence.

They thought Jia Yan was bold and wondered if his mindset differed because, if they were in his shoes, they wouldn’t dare make such firm decisions.

"After hearing your description, Lord, I feel like sometimes it’s not about combat power but having a combat mindset like yours."

Tian Niu Lang sighed deeply.

"Indeed, I also sensed that sometimes the difference between us and the Lord is not about talent or combat strength but rather the mindset during combat."

Luo Longsi let out a bitter smile.

After learning the Yin-Yang Dao from Jia Yan, they felt that the gap between themselves and Jia Yan was narrowing.

But the reality was that Jia Yan’s gap with them was getting bigger.

Now they finally knew why.

In battles, Jia Yan sometimes seemed to fight with a desperation, actions that others might see as suicidal.

However, battle after battle proven that many of Jia Yan’s risks were correct.

Some even wondered if Jia Yan, through continuous fighting, had developed a mindset adept at finding a sliver of survival in dire situations.

It wasn’t wrong to think so because often Jia Yan’s battles indeed were fought from disadvantaged or doomed positions, yet he often turned them into an opportunity for victory.

"Alright, I called you here not just to discuss recent events but also to see you, and moreover, to discuss how we should proceed with our development."

Having shared some of his combat experiences, leaving his subordinates entranced, Jia Yan spoke of another purpose for his visit.

Part of the reason why Jia Yan came to the Orion Arm was to discuss with his subordinates matters concerning the Orion Arm and issues with the Country of Taia.

"Lord, I heard you found another Starfield in a distant Lower Star Domain as your own territory. Although I’m very interested, I don’t recommend expanding too quickly."

"I feel the same. Our control over the Orion Arm and the Biochemical Star Region is not very stable, and we haven’t utilized many of their resources and potentials. Expanding outside, even into other Galaxy Level powerhouses’ territories, for annexation seems unwise."

"Indeed, though the Lord might have some positive feelings toward that Country of Taia, I think it’s unwise to take such risks."

The subordinates clearly wouldn’t blindly follow all of Jia Yan’s thoughts just because he’s significantly stronger. After all, many had watched Jia Yan grow from almost equal strength to where he is now, and offering advice is something they’re good at.

"Hmm, I think you’re right, but as you know about the Country of Taia, I’ve received much help from them. Thus, unless absolutely necessary, I don’t want to abandon them. Also, as you’re aware, I’ve made numerous enemies in the Starry Sky, and from a recent battle, I suspect more Galaxy Level foes might target me. Therefore, staying in the Orion Arm might not be the correct strategy, given the Orion Arm and Biochemical Star Region’s size, if an enemy attack happens, we might not withstand long enough before elimination. My thought is to develop our forces in other Starfields, overtly or covertly, so when we face setbacks in some places, we’ll have a fallback."

Jia Yan’s words left the group of subordinates with mixed feelings.

They initially thought Jia Yan was determined to defend the Orion Arm to the end.

But upon hearing, Jia Yan didn’t seem intent on holding the Orion Arm forever.

"Lord, if enemies attack the Orion Arm, can we abandon it and not stand to the last?"

Tian Niu Lang cautiously asked, seeking to understand.

He had to phrase his question properly, lest Jia Yan’s actual thoughts be contrary, risking wrath.

Apparently, Tian Niu Lang’s understanding wasn’t inaccurate.

"Yes, that’s exactly my thought, but abandoning doesn’t mean giving up on most life forms in the Orion Arm and Biochemical Star Region. To achieve this, we need to adjust certain grand strategies, and now, I’m going to give you the real command for this mission..."