Starry Sky Railway: No one understands the Amber King better than me.

Seeing the other person's expression, Lin Yuan realized that what the other person was about to say was not so simple, and his expression also became serious. He nodded.

"The scale of this company is beyond our imagination; its pan-galactic trade system connects countless worlds. By surpassing the P25 level, you'll be qualified to implement your ideas at the Tver branch, and you'll also possess a ticket to Pierpoint. Pierpoint... oh Pierpoint..."

Spiel's eyes glazed over slightly.

"The company's sacred ground, which no employee doesn't yearn for. Do you long to go to headquarters?"

The minister looked at Lin Yuan, who was taken aback, pondered for a moment, and then nodded.

"Heh, it seems you still don't understand what going to headquarters means. At the Tver branch, we have the authority to exert your influence here, but that's all."

Only at headquarters can you fully realize your vision and extend your influence globally.

Seeing Lin Yuan's interested expression, Spier continued:

"That's only one aspect. You'll realize when you get to headquarters that compared to the entire company, our branch is just a small pond, and you can't raise a true dragon in a pond."

The minister's eyes shone brightly, and his words made no attempt to conceal his longing.

"But... unlimited opportunities also mean unlimited risks. Do you know how much time has passed since Schneider took office and our market development department has developed to this point?"

Spier's voice was somewhat meaningful.

Lin Yuan gently shook his head. He only knew that compared to the other department leaders and board members who had witnessed countless Amber Ages of the universe, Oswald Schneider was exceptionally young.

"Actually, you only need to know one thing: a force that rises in a short period of time will inevitably encroach on the established forces of the past. This process will not be peaceful or benevolent."

The bigwigs at headquarters are planning a major operation that will have global repercussions, but for those of us below, this is also the time when the path to advancement is widest in dozens of Amber Ages.

However, if you lack genuine skills or factional protection, rushing to headquarters will only result in you becoming cannon fodder in the power struggles among departments vying for resources.

"As a member of the market development department, those big shots above us will naturally protect us, right?" Lin Yuan asked.

"You're right, talented people will always be given preferential treatment."

"Spiel said meaningfully."

"But the factions I'm talking about aren't these."

"Oh?" Lin Yuan asked, somewhat puzzled.

"We'll talk about that later."

Suddenly, Spiel waved his hand.

"What I mainly want to say this time is that you now have a fast-track opportunity to headquarters."

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Chapter 25 The Struggle for Direction

"Chance?"

Lin Yuan carefully studied the other party's choice of words.

Spier didn't keep them in suspense and said directly:

"I've always preferred to be straightforward. Since I've asked you to come here, I naturally want to make things clear to you: are you aware of the past of the Interstellar Peace Corporation?"

Why did it suddenly turn to history? Lin Yuan was taken aback and replied with a slight puzzlement.

"Well, I have a general understanding of what I learned in school."

"Oh, I forgot you were trained at our company's academy, so you probably only know a little bit about it..."

Spears glanced at him, then began to speak in his own words:

"In the Amber Calendar 1387, His Excellency Louis Fleming led the former Amber King Volunteer Team to reorganize into the Interstellar Peace Corporation, dedicated to realizing the grand vision of a united universe."

Why don't you start from the beginning of time?

Lin Yuan cursed inwardly, but remained outwardly calm.

"Dongfang Qixing established a credit point system to anchor the price of all goods in the universe. From then on, the company gathered up the vast wealth and resources in the galaxy, and the entire galaxy gradually prospered under the company's leadership. The company was once able to control almost everything."

But many things happened afterward, which you may have heard about.

A rebellion from a fringe planet, the devastation wrought upon the universe by the Machine Emperor. But even with the entire galaxy shattered, the Corporation was able to restore centuries of prosperity to the galaxy after the war.

"But that's just the surface. Behind the scenes, I only know that a few powerful figures are playing a big game."

Lin Yuan thought to himself.

Having seen the simulated universe analysis, he naturally knew that behind these major events affecting the universe were the figures of star gods, but he would not reveal all of this.

Otherwise, Lin Yuan feared that the moment he spoke, some people would come and investigate.

Spiel didn't notice Lin Yuan's somewhat complicated expression, and only listened as he continued speaking.

"But prosperity cannot last forever. In the tumultuous universe, history always repeats itself. Later, an even more devastating interstellar energy war and the Second Imperial War broke out again, lasting only a short time, but far more catastrophic to the universe than before. Do you really think it's possible for the universe to ever achieve peace?"

Spier looked at Lin Yuan with a deep gaze.

He seemed to be seeking answers from the latter, and also seemed to be questioning himself.

"Since the company has taken on the important task of maintaining peace in the universe, it naturally needs to face the corresponding crises and challenges."

Lin Yuan said solemnly.

“That’s right, I think that was originally the mission of our Interstellar Peace Company, but... the company may have strayed from that.”

Spiel's words suddenly made Lin Yuan's heart tremble; this topic seemed to be a little off.

"The Amber King has erected high walls on a cosmic scale to protect life from danger. The company, too, needs to bring peace and order to all beings, even if maintaining it comes at a terrible cost. What do you think?"

Spier presented the question again, and Lin Yuan suddenly had a sense of déjà vu.

It seems like not long ago I had a discussion about the concept of "preservation" in another deputy minister's office.

"So this actually involves a debate over policy direction?"

Lin Yuan suddenly felt cautious, realizing that this conversation might affect his future career path within the company.

What kind of universe do I want?

Lin Yuan suddenly felt a little lost. Although he had been in this universe for quite some time, he still knew nothing about it.

The company's education teaches students that under the company's leadership, the entire universe has been connected to the Pan-Galactic Trade Market, which is thriving.

The company's various media outlets also told him that he was in dire straits all over the universe, but with the company's help, he had the opportunity to be reborn from the ashes.

Lin Yuan has participated in many market development projects to reach his current position.

Overall, things went smoothly, except for the attack by the antimatter legion. The most dangerous attack came from a group of interstellar thieves.

But Lin Yuan could never quite reconcile these things with the crazy universe in the game.

"I think... I joined the company because I wanted to change the fate of more people and bring peace and order to all living beings. I think even if the cost is heavy, we have a duty to do so."

Upon hearing Lin Yuan's answer after a moment's thought, Spears' face showed admiration.

“It’s great that you think this way. This universe needs us to provide security for the majority of people.”

His voice was unusually serious at this moment. Lin Yuan turned his head to look and found that his expression was very different from usual.

The minister's tone changed abruptly, and his expression became solemn.

"But perhaps over time, the company has changed. Time may have worn down their fighting spirit, and wealth and status may have corrupted their minds."

Although the company still operates under the banner of "data protection," I feel that some people have become complacent with past achievements and have abandoned their original ideals.

Upon hearing this, Lin Yuan's expression became somewhat complicated.

He began to understand which faction Minister Spears in front of him represented; this path was perhaps the most dangerous.

"Perhaps... the company's upper management has its own considerations."

Lin Yuan spoke cautiously, while Spiel merely scoffed at the suggestion.

Some say that the company has suffered repeated setbacks in the cause of world peace because its current strength is still insufficient to suppress the entire universe. We need to continue to accumulate power in order to eventually achieve our goal.

Others argue that the goal of universal peace doesn't necessarily have to be borne by the company alone; the company should unite with other forces to jointly safeguard universal peace.

In my opinion, actions speak louder than words. Aren't those past crises all the result of internal power struggles within the company?

Lin Yuan was shocked. Could someone just say something like that so casually?

"Minister, be careful what you say!"

"Heh, how come you're such a coward?"

Seeing Lin Yuan's reaction, Spiel suddenly found it somewhat amusing.

If my judgment of people hasn't declined, Lin Yuan in front of me is definitely the kind of person who won't stay put.

"Don't be so scared. There are many people in the company who share our ideas. Although the conservative establishment is also very powerful, we are not to be underestimated. At least at headquarters, no one can underestimate the force that drives us."

Are they overly enthusiastic about the company's expansion? Lin Yuan's eyes suddenly lit up.

"It can't be the minister, can it?"

"Yes, you guessed right. Of course, it's not me, the minister."

"Spiel said with a chuckle."

"Our head of market development, Oswaldo Schneider, is about to join the board of directors. With him backing you up, what are you worried about?"

Lin Yuan suddenly felt a little excited. Had he already come into contact with things at this level?

"Alright, even so, there's really no point in bringing up the company's past. But let's talk about the present. Look at what the universe has become now."

The minions of Destruction and Abundance ravage the stars, and madmen walking the path of destiny trample life wantonly. As the greatest force in the universe, we have a duty to restore and reshape all of this.

Therefore, in order for the company to refocus on the true cause of "data preservation," we need to unite all like-minded individuals.

As he spoke, Spier observed Lin Yuan's reaction.

At this moment, Lin Yuan was also pondering what kind of universe he wanted it to become.

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Chapter 26 Special Operations Group

Minister Spiel has made it very clear that he hopes Lin Yuan can join this faction dedicated to restoring traditional preservationism.