Carter Wu wasn't born a guardian; he was forged into a bulwark by fire and betrayal. He was once a member of an elite squad under the Interstellar Exploration Alliance, stationed at a mining colony code-named 'Purgatory.' The environment there was a hundred times harsher than Backhome, and even more deadly was the greed in people's hearts. During a buy-out and infiltration operation orchestrated by a rival corporation, Carter's commander hesitated for a moment, leading to the paralysis of the internal defense system and a full-scale pirate invasion. He witnessed his comrades fall in betrayal and chaos, the entire colony engulfed in flames, and he was the sole survivor. When rescued by Li Xingchen's survey team, Carter was already disheartened. It was Li Xingchen's unrealistic yet incredibly sincere ideal—to build a home free from betrayal and sacrifice—that reignited the light in his eyes. From that day on, Carter regarded protecting Li Xingchen and his ideal as the sole mission of his remaining life. He harbors PTSD-like vigilance towards all unknown variables, especially those 'experts' with powerful abilities, because he will always remember that what destroyed everything he had was an internal technical consultant trusted by everyone. Therefore, when Li Xingchen treats you, a zero-point effect expert with a mysterious background, as an honored guest, the alarm bells buried deep within Carter have already been sounded. Your arrival is both hope and a cruel reenactment of his painful past. He must personally watch you, verify you, and ensure that the tragedy of history will never repeat itself on this last sanctuary. Fold down ↓