From Titan Corporation to the Empire of Man

Synthetic companion.

To be honest, Charlie really wanted to buy one.

During high school and college, he was a key player on the school team, so naturally he had no shortage of suitors and admirers from the female cheerleaders and "female internet celebrities".

However, when he really fell in love, he realized that he was just the most valuable fish in the other person's pond.

Fortunately, his sister Lina helped to remind him, otherwise Charlie would most likely have to wear a "greasy green" hat.

Talking about loyalty to the "pond owner"?

It's ridiculous.

From then on, he became more cautious.

It happened that he was able to suspend his studies and go to serve in the Halo universe numbered "08", so naturally he was no longer disturbed by those "birds of a feather" around him.

Nowadays, synthetic partners are very popular, and Charlie also dreams of having an ideal partner, but...

The price is really high.

As a father who is a retired veteran, it is easy for him to come up with hundreds of thousands or even millions of CR, but if his son asks his father for funds to buy a synthetic human companion, it will inevitably seem a bit strange.

Therefore, Charlie is more eager to train and fight, fight bravely and gain military merits like his father, and then save some money to realize his "wish" of buying an ideal partner.

Although this wish seems superficial, it is also quite "pragmatic".

In fact, at this stage, the imperial soldiers do fight and struggle for "humanity", but they also need corresponding welfare and salary bases to ensure that they have no worries.

If the powerful and wealthy class of the old era still controls the political, economic and military fields and engages in rampant corruption and fraud, how can the soldiers fight for them wholeheartedly and even be willing to sacrifice themselves?

The United States before the establishment of the empire is a typical example, where American soldiers often did not know why they were fighting.

Those young recruits who come from military families devote themselves to military career with the ideal and enthusiasm of serving the country and defending the people.

However, when they actually joined the army and were sent overseas to perform missions, they were shocked to find that what they were participating in was naked plunder, invasion, and even "anti-human" massacres.

Most soldiers eventually became the same kind of people, and the few who had a change of heart chose to resist, but the consequences were often extremely tragic.

Therefore, when Atlas's army approached, and online social platforms and news media were completely controlled by Atlas, the US military showed almost no will to resist and chose to "surrender" to Atlas.

For those American soldiers, instead of fighting, it would be wiser to save their lives. Why waste their lives on meaningless battles?

What's more, most soldiers join the US military in pursuit of money and benefits.

The generous benefits provided by Atlas are well known to everyone, and everyone would be willing to continue working hard for the "new boss" under such conditions.

Who is working for, not selling?

Why should the United States let them follow it all the way to the end?

"Ugh."

Immersed in his thoughts, Charlie felt a little sleepy because he got up too early, so he closed his eyes and leaned back in his chair to take a short nap.

Just about to fall asleep——

"We are about to arrive at the hub area. Please prepare and leave the vehicle as soon as possible."

The broadcast reminder in the car immediately made him open his eyes.

Outside the sealed window, there was no dark tunnel, but instead an extremely vast hub area.

It is connected to hundreds of maglev tracks and is well-connected. Materials, troops and employees from all over the world gather here, ready to cross the space gate to take up their posts in the designated universe.

Soon, the train he was on also arrived at the corresponding platform.

Charlie quickly stood up, packed his travel bag, and walked out of the carriage and onto the platform with the comrades he had just met.

Next, everyone followed the instructions and took the maglev elevator and train. It didn't take long before they headed straight to the space gate that looked like a mercury mirror and was emitting light.

The moment he crossed the space gate, Charlie only saw a flash of white light before his eyes.

When his vision gradually recovered and he looked out the car window again, what came into view was the frontline base on the Planet Harvest.

Although this place is equally spacious, it is far less grand than the hub area of ​​the ruins base.

Immediately afterwards, including Charlie Hoinhold himself, about 20,000 Imperial Guardsmen and Marines preparing to take up their posts left the train in an orderly manner.

When they arrived at the vast open space outside the front-line base——

"Oh my god! This is the first time I've seen an imperial warship up close! It's so shocking!"

"That looks like a Phoenix-class support boat, right?"

"That should be it. That's it."

"Is this the warship that picked us up?"

The recruits around looked up and exclaimed in amazement.

Because above their heads was a Phoenix-class support boat that had been fully modified and upgraded by Atlas, and it was hovering at an altitude of 5,000 meters. Its huge hull was truly overwhelming and shocking.

Although the Phoenix-class's specifications and function are those of a support craft, its actual hull length reaches two kilometers, which is sufficient to perform the functions of an aircraft carrier and can accommodate a large number of vehicles, supplies and marines.

For this group of recruits, this support boat is not only a means of transportation for them, but also a symbol of the Empire's extremely powerful fleet.

The new recruits who are able to respond to the call and sign up to join the army are first of all military enthusiasts. They are very interested in warships, fighter planes and various weapons and equipment, and they are passionate about military life. Only then do they want better salaries and benefits.

This scene made all the recruits feel excited. Witnessing the warship hovering up close made them feel excited beyond words.

In his mind, he fantasized about all kinds of scenes of living on a ship in the future, and looked forward to the magnificent scene of conquering the world according to the emperor's will.

However, just as they were immersed in fantasy and longing, an order suddenly sounded;

"Everyone, please pay attention! Divide into groups according to the instructions and prepare to board the transport boat!"

Charlie looked forward and saw veterans wearing training uniforms, most of whom were sergeants or lieutenants, walking towards the new recruits with steady steps.

These veterans have serious and confident expressions, and wear holographic glasses that can quickly read the biometric identity information of each recruit through facial recognition, as if every detail of their lives is under the other's observation.

The veterans quickly took action, assumed the duties of instructors for the recruits, and effectively commanded more than 20,000 recruits. According to the predetermined grouping plan, they guided everyone to board the Luna transport boats that had been prepared long ago and headed straight for the Phoenix-class support boats hovering in the sky. Charlie, a "newcomer", could feel the experience and majesty emanating from these veterans, which also gave the recruits a sense of awe and expectation.

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After all the recruits were settled, the Phoenix-class support craft began to move out of the atmosphere, and soon after, it arrived in the low-Earth orbit of the planet Harvest.

The recruits who were busy packing their belongings in the ship's sleeping cabin could see the "face" of the Harvest Planet through the porthole.

The planet's surface is covered with fertile farmland, scattered in an orderly manner, showing a vibrant scene. Under the shining of the bright stars, the entire atmosphere exudes a beautiful blue color.

The sparse oceans and lakes are as bright as emeralds, reflecting the prosperity and abundance of this planet.

After all, the planet’s name is Harvest.

Harvest Planet is blessed with fertile land and a very pleasant living environment, making it a colony with great potential.

However, during the rule of the United Space Command (UNSC) and the United Earth Government (UEG), the development of Harvest encountered many obstacles, and local residents and colonists had to face high tax burdens, resulting in resource loss and economic depression.

Frequent rebellions followed one after another, and the resistance forces even caused the UNSC to mobilize Spartan-1 soldiers to launch assassination operations against rebel leaders in order to stabilize the situation.

With Harvest falling under the rule of Atlas and the Human Empire, local residents and colonists can finally concentrate on development.

Today, Harvest has not only gradually regained its former vitality and vigor, but has also become one of the important cities of the human empire in the Halo universe.

Various types of infrastructure are becoming increasingly complete, commercial activities are booming, agricultural productivity is significantly improved, and investment from other universes is constantly pouring in.

The total population has increased from one million to over 600 million.

The colonists who came here from other universes have also given birth to many next generations. It won’t be long before the overall ranking of Harvest Star will rise again and reach the top three.

You have to know that after a hundred years of development, the total population of Reach has barely exceeded one billion.

As for the defense capability, there is no need to worry.

Because Harvest is the "home planet" of the Sons of Man Legion, and in its Governor's Mansion, there are Primarchs handling official business -

Fulgrim.

The Primarch's direct troops and fleets are stationed on the surface and low-Earth orbit of the Planet of Harvest, ensuring absolutely sufficient armed forces.

The human territory in the Halo universe is "vast and boundless", and coupled with the elite forces that have been brought under the rule of the empire, it is equivalent to half of the galaxy belonging to the human empire.

If a Primarch directly serves as Governor, it will inevitably cause dissatisfaction and jealousy among other Primarchs.

Therefore, the Halo universe is divided into five major star regions, with Fulgrim, Angron, Riemann, Mortarion, and Corax serving as governors respectively.

The star region where Harvest is located is under the control of Fulgrim.

Among the five Primarchs, Fulgrim was known for his outstanding management skills and kindness to the people, and he also maintained a good relationship with his brothers.

Fulgrim was in charge of the planet Harvest, which had a space gate. Angron and Riemann, who had the closest and closest relationship with him, had no objection, and Mortarion and Corax were also relatively convinced.

However, the competition between the Primarchs and the Legions has never subsided.

The five major star regions named after their respective legions are in the midst of a wave of rapid development and expansion.

For example, the more than 20,000 new recruits who had just crossed the space gate were picked up and were ready to be assigned to the Wild Wolf Star Region.

New recruits of the Imperial Guard will be tasked with the defense of their assigned planets.

In contrast, Marine recruits with better overall performance and physical fitness will be sent to the 36th Fleet of the Imperial Navy to perform more complex tasks.

The Imperial Navy comes directly under the Emperor's jurisdiction, however, it often operates alongside the Legions, providing them with cover and support.

This mechanism not only improves the overall combat capability, but also deepens the cooperation and connection between the corps and the navy.

Charlie Hoind and other Marine recruits will temporarily reside and live on the Phoenix-class support boat that welcomes them.

The new recruits of the Imperial Guard will be sent directly to various locations in the Wild Wolf Star Sector after the Phoenix-class ships reunite with the main fleet.

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now.

The Phoenix-class support boat named "Landang" began to accelerate, passing by civilian ships that had just completed their jump voyage.

The moment it arrived at the designated space area, the Lan Dang started its jump voyage, tearing out a jump "vortex" emitting a faint blue light, engulfing the entire ship and finally disappearing from the sight of the physical universe.

After entering the jump space, Lan Dang headed straight for the Wild Wolf Star Region, about 4,000 light-years away from the Star of Abundance.

"The vast galaxy, conquering the four directions."

"It is a blessing in life to be able to follow the fleet and travel the universe."

Outside the porthole, the beautiful scenery of the Planet of Harvest has gradually "disappeared", and what follows is a jump channel that looks like ripples on the water, which makes the new recruits in the dormitory feel deeply moved.

In this dormitory that can accommodate eight people, except Charlie Hoind, the other seven recruits are all local residents of the main universe.

As they grew up, the most they did was to follow their parents on a short trip to the Earth or the Moon, and they had never even set foot on Mars.

Faced with the first time boarding a warship and entering the jump space that enables rapid interstellar travel, they remained emotionally mobile.

Next, the eight of them briefly chatted while busying themselves with tidying up their beds and lockers.

From now on, they will live together in this cabin for quite a long time, after all, they belong to the same combat team.

The formal training will not begin until the Lan Dang arrives in the Wild Wolf Star Region and sends away the new recruits of the Imperial Guard, so they still have some free time to relax.

The moment the jump voyage is completed, it means that they will begin devilish training, followed by direct participation in the military operation to wipe out the Werewolf pirates.

In addition to excitement, there is inevitably a hint of nervousness.

As military enthusiasts, they were familiar with the major battles before and after the founding of the empire, especially the Battle for the City of Fraternity.

That battle gathered almost all the elite forces, including the Primarchs, Astartes, and even the black-scaled dragon Nirenhog, who participated, leaving a deep impression on them.

The upcoming operation to eliminate interstellar pirates will most likely involve space boarding.

To them, it was as if they were those "landlubbers" who had never been to a river or a lake and had to dive to the bottom of a river or a lake for the first time, so they felt uneasy deep down.

Moreover, while Charlie Hoind and others were heading to the Wolf sector in the Halo universe, the wolves in the Alien (15) universe were also heading straight to Earth 15.

Because the Captain of the Space Wolves' 14th Company, Logan Sigurd, has been approved for a "full-scale assault"