Lu Wanqing soon underwent the examination, and the results were as Snake Wuwu had said: her body no longer contained any parasitic genes from the Zerg.
Though she had expected this, looking at the final report, Lu Wanqing couldn't help but think of the Zerg Empress.
In her time in the interstellar era, the Zerg Empress was perhaps the most unique person she had encountered. It was a pity… their factions were different.
By the natural order of the food chain, humans and Zerg could never be friends, only enemies.
But fortunately, all of that was behind them now.
Third Brother had abdicated and passed the empire to Cui Cui. From now on, let the children handle the major affairs; she and Third Brother would live out their retirement in peace.
With Lu Wanqing's health confirmed to be fine, everyone was also very excited. Lu Wanqing personally messaged Lan Lan, Xiao Yi, and Shu Shu, informing them that she was well.
On the Federal side, the children were thrilled to receive Lu Wanqing's message and were happy for their mother. The three children wanted to come to the Empire to see Lu Wanqing, but she refused.
The children were still in school, and their studies were important. Traveling back and forth between the Federation and the Empire took a lot of time, and she couldn't let her children's studies be affected.
The interstellar era's star net was highly developed. Lu Wanqing had the children log onto the star net together, and they had a whole day of fun. Especially the old six mecha game they used to play. After so many years, this game not only hadn't become obsolete but had grown even larger, with more and more gameplay. Many people played it every day.
Lu Wanqing was initially worried that Shu Shu and Cui Cui might not adapt to this type of game, but after playing for a while, she couldn't help but feel ashamed and inferior.
After a few years, these children had thoroughly researched the skills of the old six. They had even extended the techniques she had taught them, developing more old six tricks. By the end of the day, many people in the game were so frustrated they wanted to curse.
However, what made Lu Wanqing happiest was seeing the children cooperate. The natural chemistry between them allowed her to feel that their bond was strong, and they hadn't become enemies as she had initially feared.
As they finally logged off, Lu Wanqing reminded the children that playing games occasionally was fine, but they shouldn't become addicted. The children all agreed, and then they logged off together.
Leaving the star net and returning to the real world, Lu Wanqing's gaze met Third Brother's, and they both smiled.
The days that followed seemed to grow calmer, no longer as tumultuous as before. However, Lu Wanqing remained cautious about the issue of Alice that Wei Wei had mentioned.
That child was about to graduate from middle school and enter high school. Lu Wanqing gathered everyone to discuss the matter. They finally decided to spend some money to sponsor Alice to attend school in the Imperial capital in advance.
If Alice truly had a problem, bringing her to the Imperial capital, where she would grow up under everyone's watchful eyes, would make it easier to detect any abnormalities and resolve the issue early.
If this Alice had no problems, then based on her previous personality, Lu Wanqing felt that this child was a rare genius worth nurturing by the Empire.
During the summer break, Lu Wanqing and Lu Yang disguised themselves and visited Abyss Star again.
Alice hadn't seen them in a long time. Upon receiving the news of their return, she was overjoyed and rushed to their house after school.
Lu Wanqing prepared a table full of delicious food and enthusiastically urged Alice to eat.
After eating her fill, Lu Wanqing took out some books on robotics as a gift for Alice and asked, "Alice, if… I mean, if someone were willing to sponsor you to attend middle school in the Imperial capital, would you be willing to go?"
As she said this, Lu Wanqing was very careful, afraid that Alice might refuse.
Alice looked at her in surprise: "Who?"
Lu Wanqing exchanged a hesitant glance with Lu Yang, then looked back at Alice and said, "I will."
Alice: "???"
Lu Wanqing looked at Alice and smiled, "Alice, you might not know, but I… am actually quite wealthy. We spent some time together before, and I felt we hit it off. With your talent, staying on Abyss Star is a waste. If you could study in the Imperial capital, I believe your future would be brighter."
"...Because of this, you want to sponsor me to go to the Imperial capital for school?" Alice asked, her voice trembling slightly with excitement, yet filled with confusion.
"Are there any conditions?" Alice asked warily.
Lu Wanqing shook her head: "No."
Alice: "..."
Fearing she wouldn't be at ease, Lu Wanqing quickly explained, "Alice, I truly have no ill intentions. I just think the education in the Imperial capital is much better than here. And the schools there have large libraries with many books, including precious ones that cannot be borrowed. Many of them are about robotics. I think you'll really like those books if you go to study there."
Indeed, Alice's eyes lit up; she was interested in those books.
"You don't have to agree immediately. You can think about it carefully for a few days and then tell me your decision," Lu Wanqing said.
"Okay, thank you, Sister Lu. I will consider it carefully," Alice replied.
By the time the sky outside turned dark, Lu Wanqing wanted to invite Alice to stay overnight, but Alice refused. Lu Wanqing had no choice but to personally drive her home in a hovercar.
After seeing Alice off, Lu Wanqing and Lu Yang returned to the small, dilapidated house they owned on Abyss Star.
"Don't think too much about it. If she's willing to go, she will. If not, Firefly can still keep an eye on her," Lu Yang said.
Lu Wanqing thought about it and nodded, "Mm."
For the next three days, Lu Wanqing didn't dwell on Alice's matters. Instead, she relaxed and explored Abyss Star with Lu Yang.
In the interstellar era, one could easily travel to any corner of a planet by taking a spacecraft.
Lu Wanqing had never been this happy before. She didn't have to take care of the children or worry about other things. It was just her and Third Brother, joyfully appreciating the planet's scenery and doing whatever they pleased.
During their travels, Lu Wanqing took many photos as souvenirs.
Three days later, Alice finally gave them her answer: she was willing to accept the sponsorship and study in the Imperial capital.
"Thank you, Sister Lu. I will study hard. In the future, when I become capable, I will definitely repay you and Mr. for your kindness," Alice said solemnly to Lu Wanqing and Lu Yang after accepting the sponsorship.
"Good," Lu Wanqing replied with a smile.