Having returned through reincarnation, Wang Dong naturally knew that if he inherited Yuan Shu's Battle Axe, all those problems he'd just mentioned could actually be solved.
Because onboard the Battle Axe, there were several Ship Modules with truly exceptional effects.
But he couldn't let that show.
Just because Yuan Shu was being so affable now didn't mean he was one of those "opportunity-granting elders" from novels.
Being able to persist under the Jin family's relentless pursuit, constantly stirring up trouble for them for decades on end—was that something an ordinary man could accomplish?
In his previous life, even with his golden finger, Wang Dong had lasted just over a decade under the Jin family's hunt.
So now, Wang Dong was fully immersed in playing the role of a "young man with potential."
Every word, every action had to fit the character. If Yuan Shu even slightly suspected something was off...
Wang Dong knew clearly: the military-grade stimulant from the Levistan Civilization lasted twenty-four hours, not a mere one hour!
Yuan Shu was not without other options.
If Wang Dong didn't make the cut, there were plenty of other candidates in the mining zone!
Yuan Shu had roamed the stars for decades—he wasn't some naive noble brat. The reasons behind Wang Dong's refusal, with a little thought, he could more or less figure out.
"It was careless of me to forget that young brother Wang Dong and people like us come from completely different worlds."
Yuan Shu sighed with a touch of regret.
"I've commanded the Battle Axe since I was thirty, roaming the stars for over seventy years. I've long forgotten what life is like for planetary residents."
"Planetary residents" referred to ordinary people who lived their entire lives on planets, unable to freely venture into space.
It wasn't a derogatory term—just a neutral classification.
And a rather apt one.
Like "frogs at the bottom of a well."
"Young brother Wang Dong, if I may call myself your elder, I say so only because I'm older and have seen more in life.
I understand you have your own thoughts and likely know more than most—but perhaps your exposure is still too limited."
Yuan Shu struggled to unfasten the safety restraints holding him to the seat and slowly sat upright.
"I've been at odds with the Jin family for decades and still lived freely.
They've raised my bounty again and again, but they still haven't been able to do anything to me.
This time, they finally succeeded only because they found the family of one of my key crew members and used threats and bribes to make him betray me and set a trap.
The reason the Jin family couldn't track me down all these years wasn't luck.
Nor was it just the combat power of the Battle Axe.
It was the hidden foundation of our Yuan Family, long coveted by the Jin family—special auxiliary-type Ship Modules passed down from our ancestors who once roamed the stars!"
"Auxiliary-type Ship Modules?"
Wang Dong asked in mild surprise.
"I thought the modules installed on Spark Warships were all called Ship Modules. What's the difference with auxiliary types?"
"Seems like your understanding of Spark Warships isn't thorough yet.
Ship Modules are divided into two categories: standard modules and auxiliary modules. That's basic knowledge. The Battle Axe's Shipboard AI Core has records on this—you can look into it later."
Yuan Shu chuckled.
Wang Dong made a face of realization, then shook his head slightly.
"Mr. Yuan, what you've told me gives me a better idea of things. But there's still one key issue I have no confidence in."
"What issue?" Yuan Shu asked with a puzzled look.
"As far as I know, in order to become a Spark Warship's captain, one must fuse with the ship's Shipborne Fire Seed.
But the success rate of this fusion is quite low.
Unless someone has trained in Body Forging Technique to an advanced level, they can't guarantee success."
Wang Dong added with some embarrassment,
"I'm not from a privileged class. I don't qualify to train in Body Forging Technique, so I might not even be able to fuse with the Shipborne Fire Seed."
But Yuan Shu simply shook his head.
"What you're referring to—the fusion success rate—applies only to first-generation Spark Warships.
Transferring captain authority doesn't require fusion success rate or Body Forging Technique level. It's guaranteed to succeed."
Wang Dong nodded slowly with a dazed expression.
That question had to be asked.
As always, maintaining the role was crucial.
He had to demonstrate commendable qualities—calmness, caution, sharp thinking—to convince Yuan Shu he was capable of giving the Jin family trouble in the future, to dispel any concerns about "entrusting the wrong person."
But he also had to keep things in check—he couldn't come off as too extraordinary by knowing things no one in his position should, or by showing no hesitation and just rushing to accept the role of captain.
"You can look into the details later," Yuan Shu said. "I promise, it'll be a pleasant surprise."
His speech was beginning to quicken, with a faint note of impatience.
"Alright then, I'll follow your lead, Mr. Yuan. And if there's anything else I should do, please give your instructions now."
Wang Dong knew when to yield and gave a reluctant nod.
Of course Yuan Shu would have other conditions.
After all that effort explaining things, it couldn't just be about passing on a battleship before death.
That would be far too naïve.
"Good. Then let's settle obligations before favors."
Yuan Shu's voice weakened slightly.
At his command, the hovering medical drone above him slowly floated over to Wang Dong.
A moment later, a dark green syringe extended from one of its mechanical arms.
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