Chapter 147: Soros’s True Identity?

Chapter 147: Chapter 147: Soros’s True Identity?

Just as Liang He was on the verge of a breakdown from the relentless barrage of questions from a group of experts and professors, they finally boarded the special flight back to Sky Shining Star. Before their departure, President Lucas made it a point to personally hand her the interstellar breeder certificate. He also expressed that she was welcome to visit him on the Capital Star anytime to experience the atmosphere of the Animal Protection Association.

"President Lucas, as Liang He’s superior, I need to remind you that she currently has no plans to change jobs."

Lucas was not the first to try poaching someone right in front of Huo An, and he certainly wouldn’t be the last. But it didn’t matter. Huo An was certain that as long as the furry creatures were still in the protection zone, Liang He wouldn’t leave. She couldn’t bear to part with them. Let alone raising children, even ordinary people raising cats and dogs—as long as they cared—would worry endlessly when traveling far from home, often even canceling their vacation plans just to stay with their fur babies. Mengji Snow Leopard and the others were Liang He’s attachments and bonds in the Tianyao Star Protection Zone.

"Governor Huo, you also said it’s only temporary. If you truly want what’s best for Liang He, you should also consider her future."

Although President Lucas was getting on in years, he could still hold the fort for a few more years. He could wait—wait for these Evolutionary Beastmen around Liang He to complete their Evolutionary Stage. Once that happened, her attachments would naturally fade away.

"If we are talking about the future, the Tianyao Star Protection Zone can provide that for her as well."

Compared to the role of president of the Animal Protection Association, which required frequent business trips and dealing with all sorts of people, Huo An believed Liang He preferred a simpler working environment.

"At the very least, no one in the protection zone will target Liang He."

Huo An had also heard about Vice President Tai Nan. This hit a sore spot for President Lucas, rendering him speechless. The Dwarf Marmoset on his shoulder, seeing its master fall silent, assumed he was being bullied by Huo An. It stood up angrily, chattering away. Even without understanding it, one could tell it was cursing up a storm.

"Pfft..." Soros, who had been watching the drama unfold from the sidelines, burst into laughter. He immediately received a cold, merciless glare from Huo An, prompting him to shut up and wait obediently for his fate.

"Ahem... President, if I have the chance, I will definitely visit the Capital Star. Please take good care of your health."

Seeing the awkward atmosphere, Liang He, who always respected the elderly and cared for the young, quickly pacified the little marmoset while politely coaxing President Lucas with a few sweet words. It wasn’t until the old man smiled again that she checked the time, realizing it was almost time to board the Starship.

"It’s getting late, and you should be boarding your Starship soon too. We won’t hold you up any longer. See you around!"

After bidding farewell, Liang He herded the group of mischievous furry creatures onto the special flight, with Huo An following closely behind. Meanwhile, Soros was dragged by the back of his collar by Hoder and hauled onto the same flight heading to Sky Shining Star.

"Hey... why do I have to tag along with you guys? I can leave on my own!" Puffing his cheeks in frustration, Soros sat in the cabin, unhappily straightening his rumpled clothes. He hadn’t known the situation beforehand, and helping the Rebel Army abduct Liang He was indeed his fault. But hadn’t he made up for it at the first opportunity? He had helped Liang He infiltrate the Rebel Army and even destroyed their warship. Why couldn’t they just let him off the hook?

"The Federation Army is conducting strict inspections right now. Do you really think you can leave safely after what you’ve done?"

Hoder’s sudden, chilling remark made the previously chatty Soros instantly snap his mouth shut. He could probably imagine the consequences himself. As a bounty hunter, he had transaction records with the Rebel Army. If he were caught, unless his family came to bail him out, his only destiny would be standing trial before the Federal Court.

"I’ve already contacted your family. They will come to Sky Shining Star to pick you up. Until then, you’d better behave yourself and stay put."

After uncovering Soros’s identity, Huo An had immediately contacted his family. Upon learning of the crimes Soros had committed, they were furious but still promised to take full responsibility. If it weren’t for their good attitude in admitting fault and their plea for him to help cover it up, Huo An wouldn’t have bothered cleaning up Soros’s mess.

"...Understood." Knowing his family was already aware of his misdeeds, Soros let out a weak sigh. Stripped of all his defiance, he slumped into his seat in resignation and squeezed his eyes shut, as if trying to hide from reality.

"Brother Hao, is Soros’s family really scary? Why does he have that kind of expression?"

Regarding Soros’s deliberate approach earlier, given his terrible acting skills, Liang He had seen through him from the very beginning, so she didn’t actually feel too strongly about it. Furthermore, while executing the plan later on, Soros had come to his senses in time and helped her. He was even the one who destroyed the warship. Therefore, in Liang He’s heart, his merits and demerits had canceled each other out.

"His name isn’t Soros. His real name is Silver Shuttle."

"Silver Shuttle?" Liang He blinked in confusion. However, the Mojin King Tiger closest to her had a fleeting flash of realization in its tiger eyes upon hearing the name "Silver Shuttle," which caught Huo An’s attention. Seeing that she still didn’t understand, Hoder kindly began to explain it to her.

"In the interstellar realm, apart from the Federation, the Golden Radiance Empire, the Star Shining Royal Court, and the Silver Wing Temple stand as a triad of powers..."

Platinum Giant Lion Siriel was the Crown Prince of the Golden Radiance Empire, Mengji Snow Leopard Kuang Ye was an Admiral of the Golden Radiance Empire, and Evelyn and her daughter, whom Liang He knew, were the Third Princess and the Little Princess of the Star Shining Royal Court.

"Silver Wing... Silver?" Liang He wasn’t stupid and quickly grasped the main point. "So, Silver Shuttle is from the Silver Wing Temple?"

She turned her head in surprise to look at the dejected Silver Shuttle, finding it hard to believe. Compared to the Empire and the Royal Court, the most mysterious faction was undoubtedly the Silver Wing Temple. Legend had it that they had always lived in a world of ice and snow, so they almost all had silver or white hair. But Silver Shuttle clearly had a normal hair color...

"Stop looking. His hair is dyed. He was probably afraid of his identity being discovered."

Having spent so much time together, Hoder could somewhat figure out Liang He’s thoughts. Seeing her staring at Silver Shuttle’s hair, he knew she was wondering why it wasn’t silvery-white.

"Oh, right, hair dye exists." The belatedly enlightened Liang He blinked her curious eyes, still not understanding why Silver Shuttle was so afraid of his family. "So, is his family very fierce?"

"The Silver Wing Temple has its own set of rules, which you can think of as family or clan rules. Since Silver Shuttle made a mistake, he will be punished."

If the Silver Wing Temple didn’t discipline Silver Shuttle according to their clan rules, it would not only affect the temple’s majesty, but Silver Shuttle would also have to go through normal procedures and face a Federation trial.

"I see."

Having finally figured out the cause and effect, Liang He reached out and poked Silver Shuttle’s arm. When he raised his despairing face to look at her, she offered him a gentle smile.

"Don’t be afraid. In my eyes, your merits have canceled out your faults. I am both the person involved and the victim, and I am willing to forgive you. So, I’ll put in a good word for you."

It wasn’t that Liang He was a bleeding heart. It was just that Silver Shuttle hadn’t actually managed to do anything bad in time. He had even been outsmarted by Hoder, spilling a lot of information. Even if she hadn’t discovered his motives, with his foolish nature, he wouldn’t have been able to trick Liang He anyway. Besides, Liang He always clearly distinguished right from wrong. It was a fact that Silver Shuttle had helped her. Recognizing one’s mistakes and correcting them was the greatest virtue. This child deserved a chance to turn over a new leaf.

"You... you aren’t mad at me? You don’t hate me?"

Silver Shuttle never expected that the first person to forgive him would turn out to be Liang He, the very person he had targeted. For a moment, he found it hard to believe, yet he couldn’t stop his eyes from turning red with unshed tears.