"Come help me with this," Dan Heng continued. Stella and March 7th nodded, following Dan Heng's instructions to begin repairing the power supply device.

With the combined efforts of the three, it didn't take long before the power supply device was restored to normal. Clara clapped her hands happily, a smile spreading across her face.

"Thank you all!" Clara looked at everyone gratefully, "I really wouldn't have known what to do without your help. Now the people in the outer ring won't lose their light and heat."

Stella shook her head, "It's no problem. We're looking for you because we want to meet the big shot Svarog. We'd like to talk to him about the issues between the upper and lower districts."

After a moment of hesitation, Clara nodded in agreement.

"Umm... Clara believes that big brothers and sisters are not bad people. I will take you to see Mr. Svarog."

After a series of difficult negotiations, the three Crew members, along with Seele and Bronya, finally reached an agreement with the chattering trash-talking robots. With Clara's assistance, they successfully entered the mysterious mechanical tribe.

"I'm back, Mr. Svarog," Clara's voice revealed a hint of joy.

"I see the settlement's power system is back online. Thank you, Clara," Svarog responded in his unique electronic voice. Then, his sensors quickly turned towards the Crew members.

"But why did you bring them here?" Svarog's tone carried a hint of caution.

Clara explained anxiously, "Mr. Svarog should have seen in the previous images, they're not residents here, and they're all very kind and capable people. They sincerely want to help us solve the problems with the upper district."

Svarog's eyes flickered with a faint light, as if analyzing and evaluating these strangers before him. Finally, he spoke:

"Analysis result; targets appeared in the viewing room, background: visitors from beyond the stars, Astral Express. Classification: Unknown information."

"Given Clara's introduction, I will give you a chance to speak."

"We have no intention of stirring up trouble," Stella began.

"Seeking peace, understood," Svarog replied, "But that's your unilateral statement."

"As for my attitude, it will be determined after evaluating the results of our negotiation."

"Get to the point, don't waste this world's precious time."

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"He just completely deflected your statement, this guy..." March 7th said, somewhat dissatisfied.

"We're here for the Stellaron. As you've seen, the Stellaron is destroying this world, and we're here to solve the crisis," Stella answered.

"Accessing database... Access denied. Discussing 'Stellaron' with unauthorized targets: Prohibited." Svarog's eyes flashed red.

Seele quickly added, "As Clara said, you should have seen that we need to seal the Stellaron. Therefore, we need your help. You know something, don't you?"

Svarog's electronic eyes flickered, seemingly thinking rapidly: "Variable one: Clara's request. Variable two: Outsiders' motives. Variable three: The harm caused by the Stellaron... Evaluation result updated: Transferring decision-making authority to outsiders and allowing access to 'Stellaron' related information. I can help you, but I need to know more. Tell me, how do you plan to seal the Stellaron?"

Svarog's voice became somewhat mechanical: "Very well, if my help can save this world, then I'm willing to cooperate. But I have one condition: I want to maintain my independence and decision-making power during the operation."

March 7th said with some dissatisfaction, "This guy is really difficult to deal with..."

Dan Heng nodded in agreement: "I can understand your request, Svarog. Our goals are aligned - to protect this world. During our cooperation, we will respect your opinions and decisions."

"Data access approved, now playing..." Svarog began to play a distant audio.

......

Meanwhile, at the Interastral Peace Corporation Headquarters in Pelburne, in the conference room of the Strategic Investment Department.

According to current intelligence, Penacony definitely had a big trap.

Jade couldn't help but raise an eyebrow slightly, looking towards Aventurine, who had a smirk on his face. "This 'Harmonious Celebration' is really going to be lively, isn't it? Are you still so optimistic?"

The smile on Aventurine's face showed no sign of fading. He said in a pretend-casual manner, "There's nothing strange about it. Although I couldn't personally experience the wonders of Harmony, after reading all this content, I feel... somewhat relaxed in my heart."

He slowly exhaled, focusing on the matter at hand, and continued: "Moreover, what should be more troubling now is probably the 'Family'. Under such chaotic circumstances, to continue maintaining their so-called 'Harmony' is definitely not something that can be easily accomplished."

Hearing this, Jade couldn't help but chuckle softly. She said in a calm tone, "But they have no choice, especially for their carefully planned 'Harmonious Celebration'."

"Regarding the recovery work for Penacony, how do you think we should handle it?"

She seemed to want to hear others' opinions.

"Aventurine is no longer suitable to complete this task. His attention now is too high," Opal, who had been silent for a long time, spoke up. "I can go."

After hearing this statement, Jade's lips curled into a sly smile: "Taking action at this moment may not have much practical effect. We might as well wait for good news. After we have sufficient information and intelligence, we can consider how to bring Penacony back into the company's embrace."

"There's one problem now: the information from the viewing will have a certain impact on the company's reputation, which may make some business advancements difficult," Topaz said with a frown.

"I don't deny this point, but the company is certainly no pushover. These things won't have too much impact on our business," Jade replied dismissively.

As for mentioning the company's reputation, she chuckled, her tone dripping with sarcasm: "Hmph, that's something for the Market Development Department to worry about! In my opinion, that old fool Osvaldo Schneider is probably fuming right now!" At this, she couldn't help but gloat.

Upon hearing the name "Osvaldo Schneider," the smile on Aventurine's face didn't change a bit, but deep in his eyes, a surging anger was hidden, as if about to erupt.