Shadow of Deep Space

Chapter 398 Customization (Five in One)

In the underground parking lot.

Okens took Su Ming out of the elevator and walked straight towards an inconspicuous black hovercraft.

In front of the black hovercraft stood a male driver wearing a black suit and with an ordinary appearance.

When the driver saw Okens and Su Ming coming, he quickly opened the car door.

Okens and Su Ming then sat in the back seat.

The driver closed the car door, immediately sat in the driving seat, and asked respectfully.

"Lord Oakens, where are we going?"

"Lei Luo, go to the mechanical department of Xiguang Laboratory in Area X."

Okens said simply.

"Yes!"

Lei Luo replied respectfully, then started the car and drove towards the express lane entrance.

At this time, Okens gave Su Ming a shot of vaccination just in case.

"Su Ming, let me tell you. These old guys in the mechanical department of Xiguang Laboratory have bad tempers and are extremely arrogant. So if they say something unpleasant, don't get angry."

"I see. Geniuses always have more individuality."

"Don't mention the word genius to me. Every time I hear this word, I can't help but think of Blacks from the Biology Department of Xiguang Laboratory. He almost scared me to death several times. In short, there are few people in the entire Xiguang Laboratory who are easy to talk to."

"Haha, Lord Oakens, you are right."

Su Ming couldn't help but twitch his mouth as he listened to Okens' complaints.

More than an hour later.

The black hover car drove out of the express lane and came directly to the X1 area.

One after another, huge buildings made of black metal and shaped like flower buds come into view.

In the central area of ​​the many buildings, there stands a kilometer-high square-stele-shaped metal tower with a circle of transparent energy ring suspended on the top, which is very dazzling.

"Is this the Mechanical Department of Xiguang Laboratory? These buildings look so high-end!"

Su Ming said with some admiration.

"It must be advanced. In a sense, the Mechanical Department is the predecessor of Xiguang Laboratory. You know, the Biological Department was only established in the past hundred years."

Okens introduced to Su Ming.

"Ah."

"By the way, when we get in later, you will stay beside me. Remember my words, don't speak if you can, and leave everything to me."

Okens warned Su Ming with some concern.

"clear."

Su Ming nodded and replied.

Soon the black hovercraft landed at Experimental Building No. 1.

Okens and Su Ming got out of the car and walked straight into the building.

Many doctors in white research suits saw Okens and Su Ming come in, just glanced at them, and then continued doing what they were supposed to do.

Okens was already used to it. He took Su Ming and took the elevator directly to the third underground floor.

Ding!
When the elevator door opened.

Okens took Su Ming out and came to a huge circular transit hall.

The entire area is filled with various mechanical equipment and busy scientific researchers.

Su Ming looked around and was somewhat shocked. There were far more people in the Mechanical Department than in the Biological Department, and the entire area was very noisy.

"Lord Oakens, who should we look for next?"

"There are three main doctors in the pure mechanical mecha department of Xiguang Laboratory. These three main doctors can independently manufacture V-generation mechas. If you want to customize an advanced pseudo V-generation mecha, you have to find one of these three. Let's find them one by one according to their technical level and find the best one first."

Okens thought for a moment and said to Su Ming.

"Ah."

Su Ming nodded quickly in response.

At this time, a young man wearing a white research coat and glasses came over with a pile of documents. Okens quickly stopped him and asked kindly.

"My dear little brother, do you know where Dr. Faruja is?"

"there."

The young man replied impatiently and left in a hurry.

Okens didn't care and said to Su Ming.

"let's go."

"it is good!"

Su Ming nodded in response.

Soon Okens brought Su Ming to Manufacturing Area No. 3.

Su Ming saw a fifty-meter-tall mecha with a metal eagle-shaped head and a humanoid body covered with golden armor. The surface was covered with red twisted lines, and there were four pairs of dark golden wings embedded in the back. A hundred-meter-long metal chain tail extended from the tail. The V-generation mecha exuding a thrilling aura was located on the construction site, and its body was connected to various lines. Many mechanics were debugging and testing it.

Right in front of the V-generation mecha, an old man with a thin body, bald head, and wearing a white jacket stood there, holding a document in his hand, busy verifying the construction data.

Su Ming couldn't help but take a breath. It was a brand new V-generation mecha, and it looked like it was almost completed.

"Ouch, Dr. Farruga!"

O'Kens immediately smiled, walked over and greeted warmly.

Dr. Farruga ignored Okens and kept looking down at the documents in his hands.

Okens was not angry and said with a smile.

"Dr. Farruga, how are you doing?"

"Ah."

Dr. Faruga responded, holding the document and walking around the V-generation mecha, constantly observing the operating status of the power unit.

Okens followed closely beside Farruga, smacking his lips and talking non-stop.

However, Farruga acted as if he didn't hear him and ignored him the whole time.

As for Su Ming, he stood there, looking up at this V-generation mecha. Although it had not been built yet and was not equipped with weapons, this mecha was really amazing, and he was envious of it.

About half an hour later, Farruga closed the document in his hand, then looked up at Okens.

"What do you want from me?"

Seeing that Faruga finally paid attention to him, Okens replied without hesitation.

"Something happened."

"No time."

Farruga replied directly and turned away.

Okens' expression froze for a moment, and his chest felt so tight and panicky that he almost couldn't breathe.

"Lord Oakens, Dr. Faruga doesn't seem willing. What should we do now?"

Su Ming asked with a headache.

Okens took a deep breath, calmed his beating heart, and said to Su Ming.

"It's okay, let's go find Dr. Bertelli."

"it is good!"

Su Ming nodded.

Okens took Su Ming and walked to the other side.

Not long after, the two arrived at the Mecha Department's Precision Structure Area.

They walked inside and saw busy researchers everywhere, each of them like a revolving axis.

At this time, an old man wearing a white research suit, with a bald head, deep eye sockets and a tense face, came hurriedly over with a group of subordinates.

When Okens saw this, his expression suddenly brightened up and he hurried forward and shouted.

"Dr. Bertelli! Dr. Bertelli!"

As a result, Dr. Betley acted as if he didn't see or hear anything, ignored Deputy Mayor Oakens, and walked straight past him.

"you"

Okens's face suddenly turned red and he was about to rush forward in anger.

Seeing this, Su Ming quickly grabbed Deputy City Lord Okens and tried to persuade him.

"Lord Oakens, calm down! Please calm down! Didn't you tell me not to be angry?"

"I'm so pissed off, what the hell are these bastards doing?"

Okens started cursing.

"Sir, calm down. They are just a bunch of tech geeks. Don't get angry with them. It's not worth it to get hurt."

Su Ming said awkwardly.

"Forget it. I'm not angry anymore."

Okens took deep breaths continuously to calm his beating heart, and he suppressed his anger bit by bit until he gradually calmed down.

Su Ming was relieved to see that Oakens was no longer angry. If the order was not finalized and he quarreled with Dr. Xiguang's laboratory, it would be a big loss.

"Lord Oakens, what should we do next?"

"Let's go find Dr. Adko."

Okens' expression changed for a moment, and then he spoke.

"it is good."

Su Ming nodded.

Okens then took Su Ming away.

A moment later, Su Ming and the other person arrived at the door of a meeting room.

They inquired and found out that Dr. Adeko was holding a meeting with his subordinates.

Su Ming and the other person were also waiting patiently at the door of the conference room.

They waited for nearly an hour before the door of the conference room finally opened.

Su Ming and Okens looked over quickly.

At this time, an old man with pale hair, dark spots on his face, sagging skin and sharp eyes came out with a group of researchers.

"Dr. Adeko, long time no see!"

Okens immediately went up to him and greeted him with a smile on his face.

"Lord Oakens, it's been a long time since we last met. What brings you here?"

Adek looked at Okens and replied with interest.

"Look at what you said, can't I come to see you if I have nothing to do?"

"Just tell me what you want to say. I'm very busy here."

"It's like this. Major General Su Ming wants to customize an advanced pseudo-V generation mecha. Can you help customize it for my sake?"

Okens said with a smile.

"Oh, I see. No!"

Adek refused without hesitation.

"Oh my, I knew you would refuse. I was just joking with you. In fact, it was Lord Jakkers who wanted to customize the mecha."

Okens replied with a laugh, without any embarrassment at all.

After hearing what Okens said, Adeko smiled playfully.

"Lord Okens, you are really humorous. But this joke is not funny. Next time you have Lord Jakkers' order, just tell me. You should know how heavy our mission is. We don't have time to customize it for others. Besides, we usually don't customize it for others."

"it is good!"

Okens responded with a smile.

"But speaking of which, I'm very curious about your relationship with this young man. Why did he invite you to come here in person? Could he be your relative?"

Adeko kept looking Su Ming up and down.

"You are right, he is my nephew."

Okens replied without even thinking.

Su Ming was also stunned when he heard what Okens said. He didn't expect that he would risk his life to help him.

"Since he is your relative, we will pay more attention to this order."

Adek said with a smile.

"Thank you very much!"

Okens thanked with a smile.

Su Ming on the side had a strange look on his face. These people really looked down on people and treated them differently.

At this time, Adeko turned his head and looked at Su Ming and asked.

“How much material have you prepared?”

“Here’s my materials list.”

Su Ming took out a handwritten material statistics sheet from his pocket and handed it to Adeko respectfully.

Dr. Adeko glanced at it and said with satisfaction.

"Not bad. He knows how to pick out the Level 4 Vibranium Ore. He also found a decent amount of Eternal Metal. He can barely make a good pseudo-V-generation mecha."

“Can we start customizing now?”

Okens asked with a smile.

"Come with me, I'll take you to choose a match."

Dr. Adeko was no nonsense either.

"it is good."

Okens and Su Ming responded quickly.

The two then followed Dr. Adeko to his office.

It didn't take long before they arrived at a simple room.

Various mecha parts and material samples were neatly arranged throughout the room. In addition, there were data shelves filled with thick documents.

Adeko snapped his fingers, and a virtual projection floating screen emerged.

"We started with the customization, starting with the core power system."

Adeko raised his hand and pointed at the air.

Swish!
A row of power unit names and holographic simulation images emerged.

"SCW-05·Heart of the Sun (fifth-generation new nuclear fusion power device)"

"XDW-05 Crystal God Light (fifth generation new crystal energy power device)"

Su Ming looked at these power devices and his breathing became a little rapid. He immediately pointed at the Heart of the Sun and asked.

"Dr. Adek, can I choose this?"

"You're a very brave choice, but unfortunately it's not possible! This is the power unit used by the V-generation mecha."

"Then I choose this Crystal God Light!"

"Neither."

"Then which ones can I choose?"

"You can only choose the power heart used for the pseudo-V generation. You cannot exceed the standard. That means the last three models. Choose one from the three!"

Adek said simply.

Su Ming felt a little regretful when he heard this. However, he quickly adjusted his mentality. Even the last three power units had very explosive performance, and he spoke decisively.

"I choose this XIS-05 Shadow Heart (nuclear fusion power device)."

"Okay, next is the main frame and external armor. What style of mecha do you want, agile, balanced, or heavy-duty?"

Adek asked next.

“Balanced, but I wish the handling was better.”

Su Ming did not beat around the bush and directly stated his needs.

"If that's the case, I suggest you don't install a shoulder beam cannon. You can install a concealed LKW-05 type cation beam cannon in the left palm of the mecha. Its power is not inferior to the heavy particle beam cannon used by the conventional pseudo-V generation mecha, and it charges faster and can output energy continuously."

Adeko suggested to Su Ming.

"it is good!"

"Do you have any requirements for the claws? Do you want them to be transformed into metal claws?"

"Okay!"

Su Ming's eyes lit up and he responded without hesitation.

Okens, who was standing by, saw Su Ming doing this and that, and his expression suddenly became a little unnatural, and he couldn't help coughing.

"Cough cough!"

The more requirements you have, the higher the labor and optional fees will be.

Adek narrowed his eyes, turned his head and looked at Okens and said.

"Okens, if you feel unwell, go back first."

"No, you continue!"

Okens replied awkwardly.
Adeko didn't continue to talk nonsense with him. He just raised his hand and waved it, and the virtual image switched to the mechanical wing part.

"If you want good operability, another important factor is the mechanical wings. I suggest you choose two pairs of good light wings."

"Sir, do you have any good recommendations?"

Su Ming asked modestly.

"Two pairs of GIS-01 Light-Sweeping Wings!"

"it is good!"

"Next is the main weapon. Tell me what you think."

"I have two plasma lightsabers now, but I also want to customize a spear. Are there any options?"

"Lance? There aren't many to choose from. We haven't developed many lance-type weapons. The only few lances we have developed are all made of metal and require a lot of Eternal Metal. I don't recommend you to choose them. I think you should continue to use those two plasma lightsabers. This way you can save on materials and labor costs. Besides, those two plasma lightsabers are enough."

Adeko suggested to Su Ming.

"Ok."

Su Ming replied with some regret.

"Next are some built-in equipment and weapon options. You can choose for yourself."

Adeko said to Su Ming.

"it is good."

Su Ming raised his hand and slid the virtual operation interface.

Optional devices emerge one by one.

GN stand device, energy barrier device, scanning device, anti-interference device, intelligent auxiliary module.
There are dozens of models to choose from in each category, and each one performs better than the other.

Of course, the prices of optional accessories are more expensive than one another.

Su Ming resisted the urge and rationally chose the built-in device.

At this moment, he suddenly saw an optional special device, SIK-05 device - Camouflage Shadow, which needs to be matched with color-changing armor.

Su Ming looked at the parameters carefully. The performance of this camouflage shadow is very good, even higher than the camouflage level of the mechanical octopus.

If you choose this device, it will be like adding wings to a tiger.

He can use it to sneak attack, ambush or escape.

However, the price tag behind it gave Su Ming a headache. This set of equipment and upgraded armor alone would require 1000 billion federal coins.

But Su Ming was very tempted, and finally gritted his teeth and clicked it.

Okens, who was standing by, saw Su Ming ordering such an expensive device and his eyelids twitched violently.

Adeko was also a little surprised, but this stealth device was an auxiliary equipment and was not considered excessive, so he didn't say anything.

"Okay, I'm done with the selection."

Su Ming said as he took a deep breath.

"Don't want to continue choosing? There are still many external equipment and various types of missiles behind it."

Adeko looked at Su Ming and asked.

"No, this is enough."

Su Ming took a deep breath and said.

Okens heaved a sigh of relief when he saw that Su Ming had finally finished choosing. If he continued choosing, it would be really troublesome.

"In that case, I'll start calculating the expenses."

Adeko spoke up upon seeing this.

"Dr. Adeko, we are all family, so can we get a better price?"

Okens discussed with Adeko with a smile on his face.

"How about this, since he is your relative and it was Lord Jakkers' idea, I'll give him a 40% discount on the labor cost. Is that good enough?"

Adeko said very generously.

"Enough, more than enough! How much is the total?"

Okens replied with a smile.

"After the discount, 2000 billion!"

Adeko quoted the price straightforwardly.

When Su Ming heard 2000 billion federal coins, his eyelids jumped. So expensive?
Although the optional camouflage device costs 1000 billion, all the options added up would only cost 1400 billion at most. After the discount for their labor costs, it would still cost 600 billion.

However, he restrained himself and said nothing, leaving all the power to Oakens.

When Okens heard Adko's offer, his face twitched, but he still said with a smile.

"Dr. Adeko, you may not know that my nephew is the general of the Thirteenth Legion and the trusted general of that master. Shouldn't you give him a lower price?"

When Su Ming heard what Okens said, he couldn't help but turn his head and look at Okens.

He is truly a veteran politician, he said this so easily and there is nothing wrong with what he said.

When Dr. Adeko heard what Okens said, his brows immediately frowned.

His expression changed for a moment, and then he began to speak.
"Since he is that master's trusted and beloved general, 1800 billion!"

"Oh, 200 billion is too little, how about 1500 billion?"

"1500 billion, are you kidding me?"

Dr. Adeko replied with a dark face.

This price is equivalent to cutting down the labor cost. Although he disdains to accept external orders, since he has accepted it, it is impossible not to make money. "That's about it. Just do it for the sake of that gentleman and make a little less money."

Deputy City Lord Okens said with a smile.

Dr. Adeko's old face suddenly twitched.

He wanted to refute, but it was difficult to do so. If what he said got to the ears of that adult, it would be a big trouble.

Dr. Adeko finally said angrily.

"Okay, for that gentleman's sake, I'll take the 1500 billion."

"By the way, there's one more thing."

Okens suddenly thought of something and spoke quickly.

Dr. Adek asked angrily.

"What else do you want? Let me make it clear to you first. There is no room for negotiation on the price."

"It's not about the price, it's about this order that you have to prioritize. Otherwise, if that master asks Su Ming to carry out a mission and his mecha is not built for a long time, delaying the mission, it will be troublesome."

Okens said with a smile.

"I see."

Adek replied unhappily.

When Su Ming heard this, he felt both happy and troubled.

He was glad that he had found the right person. Oakens was really good and managed to cut the price down. But the headache was that even after the price was cut, it still cost 1500 billion federal coins.

This is not a small amount of money.

"It's a deal then! I'll have Su Ming deliver the materials to you right away."

Okens said happily.

"We'll start work once the materials arrive, but it's time for you to pay."

Adek said directly.

When Su Ming heard this, he suddenly felt nervous because he didn't have that much money right now.

When Okens saw the change in Su Ming's expression, he immediately knew that he did not have that much money, and then said to Adeko.

"You guys start the construction. You'll definitely need some money. It will take some time to prepare such a large sum of money. Deposit it into Xiguang Laboratory's account within a month. I'll guarantee it!"

"Okay, is there anything else? If not, I have to go get busy."

Adeko was too lazy to talk nonsense with Okens.

"It's okay, just go ahead and do your work, Su Ming, let's go!"

Okens quickly took Su Ming away. He didn't want to stay here at all.

City of Stars, Parliament Administrative Building.

The black hovercraft drove in and stopped at the designated parking space.

Su Ming and Okens walked down.

"Su Ming, I have already taken care of the matter for you. You should quickly send the materials to Xiguang Laboratory. Also, raise enough money as soon as possible to remit it to them. Xiguang Laboratory cannot default on its payment, otherwise they will really not dare to give you the mecha."

Okens was a little worried and gave Su Ming instructions.

"I understand. Thank you so much today."

Su Ming said gratefully.

"You're welcome. We're all family. I won't talk to you anymore. I still have a lot of official business to attend to."

Okens patted Su Ming on the shoulder and said.

"Okay, you go slowly."

Su Ming replied respectfully.

Okens nodded slightly and walked towards the elevator.

Su Ming turned and left, walking towards his black supercar.

A few hours later.

Golden Avenue Morris Interstellar Bank.

Su Ming walked out and approached the supercar parked on the street.

He opened the car door and sat in the driver's seat, rubbing his temples with a headache.

Although he had sent the materials to Xiguang Laboratory, the financial gap was even bigger than he had imagined.

He originally had 173 billion federal coins, but after lending Su Yuan 100 billion, he only had 73 billion left.

Su Ming just checked the black card given by Interstellar Cruise, and found that there was 10 billion in it. In other words, he had 83 billion in hand, but now he needed to pay 1500 billion.

At this moment, Su Ming's bracelet vibrated, and then he looked down at the message.

"Dear Mr. Su Ming, your account income is 251 billion."

Su Ming was also stunned when he saw the pop-up message, and then clicked to view the detailed information.

He soon found out that the money was the dividend money remitted by his sixth uncle, which should be exactly 250 billion, but he gave 1 million more.

This Sixth Uncle is really a good person.

However, Su Ming couldn't be happy when he looked at the balance in his account. The money was still too much short of what he wanted.

It seems that I can only go back to the Su family and borrow money from the family. Otherwise, it is impossible to get so much money in a short period of time. I just don't know if the family can lend me so much money?

After Su Ming made the decision, he stepped on the accelerator and drove away.

Raytheon Corporation Headquarters.

In the long corridor, Su Ming walked towards the small conference room.

When the staff along the way saw Su Ming, they stopped, bowed their heads respectfully and greeted him.

"Master!"

Su Ming nodded slightly.

At this time in the small conference hall.

Su Zhentian sat at the head seat at the oval conference table.

Su Yao, Su Ying and the others sat on their chairs, discussing the matter with a troubled look on their faces.

"We can't go on like this. Even though those people in the family don't say anything openly, they are laughing at us in private."

"We have to find a way to sell a few fourth-generation aircraft, otherwise what will we do during the annual meeting?"

"That's easy to say, but how can you sell it?"

At this time Su Zhentian spoke in a deep voice.

"All quiet."

When everyone heard Su Zhentian speak, they all quieted down.

Su Zhentian said in a deep voice.

"There is no other way now. If we want to open up the business, we have to explore new markets. I have decided to send people to the Danube Star Sea to sell weapons. Who of you is willing to go?"

When Su Ying and others heard Su Zhentian's words, they all fell silent and lowered their heads. No one wanted to go.

Over in the Danube Star Sea, although the Dark Star Empire has withdrawn its troops, the private war has never stopped, and it is very dangerous to explore the market there.

Of course, it’s not that Su Zhentian is unwilling to develop the other two stable neutral countries, but the markets there are monopolized by others.

Now only the market in the Danube Sea has been disrupted, and weapons are in great demand there, and weapons can be exchanged for a large amount of resources.

Seeing that no one said anything, Su Zhentian said angrily.

"Fuck it, if you guys don't want to go, then I'll go by myself."

"No, Father can't do that."

Su Ying and others hurriedly persuaded.

They were able to stay in the Su family only because Su Zhentian served as the deputy patriarch. If anything happened to their father, everyone would be doomed.

"Shut up! Someone has to do this."

Su Zhentian cursed angrily.

At this time, Su Ming pushed open the door of the conference room and walked in, asking puzzledly.

"What happened?"

"Su Ming, you've come at the right time. Please persuade the old man not to let him go to Danube Star Sea to expand the market."

Su Ying quickly said to Su Ming.

When Su Ming heard Su Ying's words, he immediately understood what was going on and spoke.

"Grandpa, are you worried about the sales of the fourth-generation mecha?"

"That's right. We can't just sit there and do nothing and not sell any units."

Su Zhentian replied irritably.

"Don't worry about this. I'll try to attract some business later. Let's put the Danube Star Sea issue aside for now. It's not peaceful over there."

Su Ming persuaded Su Zhentian.

"That's great."

When Su Ying and others heard Su Ming say this, they all smiled happily.

Although Su Zhentian was very aggrieved, he had no better solution at the moment and could only speak.

"I see. By the way, why are you back? Is there something wrong?"

"Oh, I came back to borrow money from my great grandfather."

Su Ming replied with a smile.

"what?"

When Su Ying and the others heard Su Ming's words, their expressions suddenly fell.

There is no hope this time. They had originally been counting on Su Ming to become successful and lead them, but in the end he has fallen to the point where he has to come back to borrow money.

"Borrow money, what happened?"

Su Zhentian was also startled and asked with concern.

"It's nothing, don't worry, I'm going to find Grandpa Zeng first."

Su Ming said to Su Zhentian.

"Well, if you have any difficulties, be sure to tell me."

Su Zhentian nodded.

"Well, let's go."

Su Ming then turned and left.

Inside the main office building of Raytheon Group.

Su Mulong was sitting at his desk, reviewing documents.

dong dong!

There was a knock on the door.

"Come in."

Su Mulong put down his pen, raised his head and said.

Creak~
The door opened, Su Ming walked in and greeted respectfully.

"Grandpa Zeng!"

"Well, what's the matter?"

Su Mulong asked straightforwardly.

"Grandpa, I want to borrow some money from the family. The interest rate is calculated according to the bank."

Su Ming said somewhat embarrassedly.

"Why are you lending money and charging interest? If this gets out, people will laugh at you. The family will lend you whatever amount you want."

Su Mulong waved his hand and asked directly.

"1200 billion federal coins."

Su Ming took a deep breath and then spoke.

When Su Mulong heard Su Ming's words, he felt like he was electrocuted. He stood up from his chair and asked in shock.

"Fuck you, you're not really going to make it, are you?"

"Yes, Xiguang Laboratory agreed to customize it for me, and Dr. Adeko will be responsible for the production."

Su Ming replied solemnly.

After hearing what Su Ming said, Su Mulong said with an incredible look on his face.

"Good, good, that's amazing. You are worthy of being my great-grandson, you have really made it!"

"Thanks for your help."

Su Ming replied modestly.

"The money is no problem. The family will definitely lend it to you. In addition, I promised to build you a pseudo V-generation mecha for free. Normally, if it is customized by a family member, the labor fee is 200 billion federal coins. I will directly discount it, which means you only need to pay back 1000 billion."

"Thank you, Grandpa Zeng."

"But this amount of money is too large, and it needs to be paid from the family. The family is now managed by Su Feng. I will tell him when we have dinner later and ask him to transfer the money to you."

"it is good!"

"There is one more thing I want to remind you of."

Su Mulong said after a moment of hesitation.

"Great Grandpa, you say."

"When you go to Xiguang Lab to customize a mecha, don't tell anyone else! If outsiders find out, they will definitely try every possible way to ask you for help, or even make trouble out of jealousy. Not only will it be bad for you, but it will also have a bad impact on the person behind you."

"Understood. I will keep it confidential."

Su Ming heard Su Mulong's words and responded seriously.

"But speaking of which, I really can't figure out who you are looking for to make Xiguang Laboratory give in."

Su Mulong asked very puzzled.

"I was looking for Deputy City Lord Okens, and he helped me find City Lord Jakels to come forward."

Su Ming did not hide it from Su Mulong.

When Su Mulong heard Su Ming's words, he spoke with a very wonderful expression.

"I was wondering how Xiguang Lab could possibly give in. It turns out you have found someone with connections to help you."

In a sense, Jakkers is the highest-ranking official in the federal government.

"That's about right. It's really strenuous."

Su Ming felt a headache when he thought of Xiguang Laboratory. Those guys were really bosses.

"Let's not talk about that. I'm happy today. Let's have a few more drinks later."

Su Mulong said in a very good mood.

"it is good!"

Su Ming responded with a smile.

In the evening, in the main dining room of the castle.

Su Mulong, Su Feng, Su Ming and others sat around a dining table that could accommodate fifty people.

"It's so lively today, everyone is back!"

"Yes, even Su Ming is back."

Everyone greeted each other and looked very happy.

Soon a maid brought the exquisite dishes and the meal began.

Su Feng, Su Yiyang and others were also eating and chatting.

"Covan's sales performance has been getting better and better recently. I heard that they are still trying to contact the Sabasque Kingdom."

"This is troublesome. If they take over the market of the Sabasque Kingdom, we will definitely lose."

"Yes! But fortunately, the new ruler of the Shabasque Kingdom is an unpopular prince. No one has any relationship with him. It's not that easy to take down Kovan either. It all depends on who has better ability."

Su Ming ate while listening to their conversation with great interest.

Just then, Su Mulong spoke.

"Su Feng."

"Father, what's the matter?"

Su Feng responded quickly.

"Su Ming borrowed some money from the family. Call him after dinner."

"No problem, how much is it?"

"1200."

Su Mulong spoke directly.

"so much?"

When Su Feng heard this number, he was stunned.

Su Zhentian and others were also dumbfounded, and the chopsticks in their hands fell into the bowl.

Su Tianhao's face suddenly turned dark and he said angrily.

"Father, 1200 billion federal coins! This is not a small amount of money. The profits from the sales of all four generations of mechas this year are only this much. If we give this to him, wouldn't it mean that we have worked for nothing this year?"

When Su Mulong heard Su Tianhao's question, anger suddenly appeared on his face.

"Shut up. This is my decision. It's not your turn to question it."

Su Mulong slammed the table angrily and said.

Seeing his father getting angry, Su Feng quickly spoke.

"Tianhao, this is none of your business. I am the head of the family now, so I approve the money!"

Su Tianhao was also very aggrieved and said while suppressing his anger.

"Okay, it's no problem to lend him the money. Then let me ask you something. Su Ming, why are you borrowing so much money?"

Everyone at the table looked at Su Ming.

Su Ming was speechless for a moment, not knowing how to explain.

Seeing this, Su Mulong also cursed angrily.

"Fuck you, why do you care so much? Su Ming has already reported the purpose to me, do I have to report it to you too?"

"Don't dare."

Su Tianhao replied while gritting his teeth.

"If you don't dare, shut up and eat your meal."

Su Mulong said unhappily.

Everyone lowered their heads to eat, and no one dared to say a word.
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Starlight City, City Lord’s Mansion.

In the quiet and elegant room, a purple-haired girl in a purple lace dress with her long hair draped over her shoulders stood by the window with her hands behind her back, gazing at the starry city with its blooming flowers, her purple eyes flickering constantly.

Creak~
With a stiff sound, the door was slowly pushed open.

Jakkers walked in and greeted respectfully.

"Miss."

The purple-haired girl turned to look at Gackles and asked calmly.

"how is the situation?"

"Now rumors are flying everywhere. I have tried my best to dispel them and sent people to search for them. But the situation is still far from ideal. The entire lower class of the federation is in great turmoil and people are in panic."

Jakkers shook his head and replied.

"I see."

The purple-haired girl nodded slightly in response.

"Miss, the Federation cannot continue to be leaderless like this. Let's hold a general election. I will fully support you in taking office."

Jakkers took a deep breath and said with a firm look.

"No, the moment I take that position, the Federation will be destroyed, and whoever sits in that position will die."

The purple-haired girl replied in a very cold voice.

In fact, everyone is keeping an eye on the old Speaker of the Parliament. Once a new Speaker of the Parliament takes office, it means that something is wrong with the old Speaker of the Parliament.

The hyenas will swarm over.

"What should I do?"

Jacques knew that she was right.

"There is no other way. We can only delay. What we need now is time."

The purple-haired girl replied calmly.

"Miss, the problem is that we don't have much time now. The storm is about to come."

Jakkers was really exhausted and was almost unable to bear it.

The purple-haired girl was silent for a few seconds, then raised her head and spoke.

"Jacobs, wait until after the Chinese New Year and announce a new policy."

"What policy?"

"The federal government has officially opened up parliamentary seats. Any neutral country that meets the requirements can join the federation, become a member of the federation, enjoy federal benefits, and be protected by the federation."

"Great! This is a good policy!"

When Jakkers heard the purple-haired girl's words, a hint of excitement appeared on his tired face.

When the federation opens up seats in parliament, neutral countries will surely flock to join, which will affect everyone's interests.

Dark Star and Apocalypse will definitely not give up.

By then, the flames of war will surely break out in neutral countries, which means that the Federation will take the initiative to ignite the war, and everyone's attention will be focused on it.

At this time, the purple-haired girl slowly raised her bracelet and looked at the time. It was already January 4621, 1 in the old era.

She said to Jakkers calmly.

"There is only one month and three days left until the end of the year. Relax and have a good time. This may be the last good year."

"But."

"Sometimes suppressing something all the time is not necessarily a good thing."

"understood."

Jakkers replied respectfully.

(End of this chapter)