Chapter 235

During the repair of the alien spacecraft, Xavier led the research team in a meticulous study of the energy source within the ship's core engine. They discovered that this energy source was in an extremely unstable state; once out of control, the resulting chain reaction could destroy all matter within several light-years. The fluctuations of the mysterious energy seemed to be affecting it, exacerbating the instability. To stabilize the energy source, Xavier's team attempted to introduce the energy stabilization technology of the Interstellar Alliance, but each attempt triggered violent fluctuations in the energy source, making the situation increasingly critical. While coordinating team members to accelerate the repair progress, Ava simultaneously strengthened the defenses around the spacecraft wreckage. She knew well that under such unstable conditions, any external threat could become the straw that broke the camel's back. Sure enough, it was not long before a group of space marauders, drawn by the mysterious energy, discovered them. These marauders were heavily equipped and attempted to seize the advanced technology and precious resources on the alien spacecraft. Ava promptly commanded the advance party to meet the enemy, utilizing the terrain advantages of the wreckage to maneuver against the marauders. She skillfully deployed firepower points, having team members coordinate with one another, and for a time, laser fire crisscrossed and flickered in space. Meanwhile, Xa…