"Lord, youâre joking. Your strength makes us pale in comparison, we wouldnât 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 didnât 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 itâs 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 couldnât 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 arenât 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, Iâve found that our Yin-Yang Dao provides a significant advantage in the face of formidable enemies. The Yin-Yang Daoâs 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 isnât 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 hasnât been a real practitioner to combatively implement it nor any substantial practical application experience, making it hard for successors to fathom.
Now, with Jia Yanâs 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 Yanâs 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 wouldnât dare make such firm decisions.
"After hearing your description, Lord, I feel like sometimes itâs 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 Yanâs 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 Yanâs 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 wasnât wrong to think so because often Jia Yanâs 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 Iâm very interested, I donât 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 havenât utilized many of their resources and potentials. Expanding outside, even into other Galaxy Level powerhousesâ territories, for annexation seems unwise."
"Indeed, though the Lord might have some positive feelings toward that Country of Taia, I think itâs unwise to take such risks."
The subordinates clearly wouldnât blindly follow all of Jia Yanâs thoughts just because heâs significantly stronger. After all, many had watched Jia Yan grow from almost equal strength to where he is now, and offering advice is something theyâre good at.
"Hmm, I think youâre right, but as you know about the Country of Taia, Iâve received much help from them. Thus, unless absolutely necessary, I donât want to abandon them. Also, as youâre aware, Iâve 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 Regionâs 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, weâll have a fallback."
Jia Yanâs 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 didnât 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 Yanâs actual thoughts be contrary, risking wrath.
Apparently, Tian Niu Langâs understanding wasnât inaccurate.
"Yes, thatâs exactly my thought, but abandoning doesnât 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, Iâm going to give you the real command for this mission..."