"Jiang Fan, there will be an appointment later," the Protoss stated, casting a glance at Jiang Fan with a smile playing at the corner of his mouth.
He held a clear understanding of Jiang Fan's talent; barring unforeseen circumstances, a thriving future was inevitable for him. Until then, they would meet again.
Jiang Fan grasped the implication. At the very least, he surmised, he would have to advance to a Level 6 Planet Master before seeing the old man again. Before then, he needed to undergo training, as the old man wouldn't serve as his bodyguard forever. And that suited him just fine. Being under constant protection and supervision wasn't exactly a comfortable feeling.
"Go," the old man commanded, his right hand waving lightly, and in the next moment, the Ancient Star opened a small passage.
Jiang Fan was swept out as if caught in a gust of wind. Descending at a leisurely pace, he landed on the surface of the faintly glowing white planet. Observing as the Ancient Star gradually accelerated into the Endless Void before vanishing completely into the darkness, he exhaled deeply.
Taking stock of his surroundings, Jiang Fan noticed luminescent algae covering the ground. He sensed their energy, confirming them as Supernatural Plants with unique properties. Despite the planet's size, energy abounded; he just couldn't discern its nature.
With the arrival time of the Vessel uncertain, all Jiang Fan could do was wait patiently. Lady Sabrina had provided him with a storage ring containing essential supplies for survival, ensuring he could endure for a while.
Furthermore, as a Level 3 Planet Master, he was already superhuman. Even without food or water, he could survive for over a week, his life force far exceeding that of an ordinary person.
In the vastness of the Endless Void, not far from the Ancient Star, the Protoss observed Jiang Fan. Witnessing his serene expression, the Protoss experienced a surge of emotions.
"Unexpected," the old man murmured to himself, "After encountering countless geniuses over the years, none have passed the test. Just as I was about to give up hope, in such a remote domain, I encountered such an illogical genius."
With a smile tugging at his lips, the old man's gaze drifted into the distance, toward the darkness of the Endless Void. After a long sigh, he spoke again, "Master, I finally glimpse the hope of seeing you again. How magnificent you were, yet in the end, you met such a tragic fate."
In the old man's eyes, a proud yet solitary figure, tinged with red, materialized.
Unaware of these thoughts, Jiang Fan spent the ensuing time observing Terra's evolution, awaiting the arrival of the ship. Finally, after approximately half a month, a colossal entity emerged from the dark and endless Void.