Yuan Ling packed up all his machines, then stuffed several life-saving items into Jiang Qin’s and Zhaozhao’s hands.

’It didn’t matter if he lived or died. He just hoped she and Zhaozhao would survive.’

The others thought the same.

They had no interest in things like heroism.

The moment things looked bad, they would protect their female master and daughter and get them out.

After all, the high-ranking officials and prominent families weren’t likely to consider ordinary people. When disaster struck, it was every man for himself.

However, the Lan Family had gotten word and invited them to stay for a while.

If the Cosmic Beast truly couldn’t be lured away, the Federation would certainly order an evacuation.

The Lan Family would definitely be on the official protection list, and of course, so would Jiang Qin’s family.

The Federation would protect Jiang Qin even if it meant abandoning those prominent families.

But there was safety in numbers. The two families could look out for each other. Besides, Jiang Qin was pregnant and had Zhaozhao, who was just over a year old and had only recently started walking.

That’s why the Lan Family wanted to help look after them.

’This must be what it feels like to have elders looking out for you.’

Jiang Qin’s heart warmed. Because they lived in the same city, the Lan Family had always taken great care of their little family and helped them out a lot.

They were like enlightened patriarchs, never interfering when things were calm and letting the younger generation make their own way.

But the moment trouble arose, they would immediately extend a helping hand and become their support.

...

And sure enough, Yan Mingrui and Lan Yuyan’s two younger brothers personally flew over in a Flying Car to pick them up.

"Your mother was really worried, so she thought of having you all over for a couple of days. If nothing happens, just treat it as a visit.

If something does happen, the Lan Family’s guards will be able to look after you."

Jiang Qin boarded the car holding Zhaozhao and thanked them sincerely, "Thank you for your concern."

"It’s nothing. We missed you anyway. It’s a good chance for the family to have a meal together."

"Mm."

The Lan Family’s estate was enormous, so before they arrived, preparations had already been made to accommodate them and the bodyguards they brought along.

Lan Yidan’s partners were all there as well.

Worried they might feel uncomfortable, she had specially arranged for them to stay in the villa next door, so their family could have their own space.

Jiang Qin had visited the Lan Family many times before, but this was the first time she was staying overnight.

"This villa was rebuilt when you and Yuyan got married. I thought I’d prepare a house here to make it convenient for you to come back and stay once in a while.

I’ve already set up the rooms and everything. Take a look and see if you like them. If not, we can redecorate."

Everyone politely thanked her, "Thank you, Aunt Lan."

"Well, you all get some rest. I won’t disturb you any longer. I’ll have someone come get you when dinner is ready."

"Mom, Dad, I’ll see you out."

"See us out? What for? The villa is right next door. We’re all living in the same courtyard.

You should hurry up and help unpack. Your father and I are heading back now."

After Lan Yidan and Yan Mingrui left, Yun Xie and the others started taking out their daily necessities.

However, they didn’t unpack some of the bulkier items, since they might have to leave at any moment.

* * *

Meanwhile, the Federation’s high command was trying to lure the giant tree away.

However, the situation didn’t look good.

Whether they sent out drones or ships, the giant tree would ensnare them in its vines, shake them around, and then crush them.

No matter if they threw out Alien Beasts or other attractants like drugs or food, it didn’t move an inch. It even tried to wrap itself around the entire planet and shake it...

"This can’t go on. It’s still being patient now, but once it realizes it can’t do anything to the Main Star, it will definitely try to attack!"

Activating the Main Star’s planetary Energy Shield consumed a tremendous amount of power.

Judging by their current stockpile of energy boxes, they could hold out for half a month at most.

If this Cosmic Beast didn’t leave after half a month, it would definitely attack the planet!

That would trigger a series of disasters, leading to massive casualties. The entire planet might even be destroyed.

They still weren’t sure what this tree-like Cosmic Beast’s abilities were. It would be better if it could only attack with its vines.

If it could emit massive energy waves like other Cosmic Beasts, destroying a planet would be child’s play!

Just then, someone suddenly remembered something.

She quickly pulled up a file on her Light Computer and projected it onto the large screen.

"Chairman, I know this Cosmic Beast!"

"What? Quick, tell us the details."

"Look at this file. This is a record left by the first group of females who were escorted away from the Border Star after providing support on the battlefield.

The ship they were on was captured by this very tree-like Cosmic Beast.

Afterward, Miss Jiang Qing discovered that the Cosmic Beast seemed to enjoy listening to music, so they used this to help some of them escape."

"So, we can also use music to make this tree leave our Star Domain, right?"

"It’s worth a try!"

"Quick, send someone to bring Miss Jiang Qing here."

"I’ll go at once."

...

After making a wasted trip to the Jiang Family’s home, the messenger hurried over to the Lan Family and successfully retrieved Jiang Qin.

Long Hao and Lan Yuyan accompanied Jiang Qin.

As soon as everyone saw her two partners, they understood what they were worried about.

But they really wanted to say that their worries were a bit excessive. Even without considering her partners, they wouldn’t dare do anything to Jiang Qin.

After all, Jiang Qin was now an S-level female and a Star Official in the Female Protection Association.

If they really made a move on her, it would be tantamount to making an enemy of all females.

So, whether it was the person sent to fetch her or the people currently in the conference room, everyone was quite polite to Jiang Qin.

"Miss Jiang Qing, we asked you to come here because we wanted to ask for more details from when you were abducted by the Cosmic Beast."

Jiang Qin briefly recounted the events, her story matching the original record perfectly.

"So, do you think this big tree likes listening to music? If we use a ship to play music, can we lure it away?"

"I can’t guarantee that. It was just a guess on my part back then.

After all, if we hadn’t taken that gamble, everyone would have likely died there. So I had to take the chance.

But those Light Computers did manage to attract its attention, and all of them were playing songs that I personally sang."

So, Jiang Qin wasn’t sure if songs sung by others would work.

The people in the conference room looked at each other in dismay.

But regardless of whether it would work, they were prepared to give it a try.

And they made a mental note of the key detail: they had to use songs sung by Jiang Qin!

Perhaps the tree was only interested in her voice.