Shadow of Deep Space

Chapter 502 Youth
Inside the office of Star Fortress.

Long Bai sat at his desk, his cold eyes flashing with strangeness, and spoke.

"Let me tell you the specific situation. The defense weapons of the third planet are not vegetarian. Without breaking through the border defense line and taking the middle planet as a springboard, whether it is Chirami, the Kingdom of Apocalypse or the Dark Star Empire, if they dare to jump directly to attack the third planet, they will be courting death. The only one who can do it is the deputy chief of the mechanical clan, Pamier. Only he can paralyze the defense weapons of the third planet in a short period of time."

Although the Federation tries its best to use manual devices and reduce the use of smart devices as much as possible, it is impossible to completely abandon smart devices.

Therefore, Pamier still has a way to find loopholes and carry out large-scale interference and destruction.

"Lord Longbai is wise. The one who attacked the third planet this time was Pamier of the Mechanical Clan."

Jon said to Longbai.

At this time, Filion also asked anxiously.

"Lord Long Bai, should we rush back to provide assistance? We have withdrawn all the troops at home, and there are no troops left. Only the garrison troops are left."

"It's too late to send help now, let's wait for news!"

Long Bai replied calmly.

"Yes!"

Firion and Jon nodded in response.

Time passes little by little.

The whole office was so quiet that you could even hear people breathing.

At this time, Long Bai was sitting on a chair, holding his chin with one hand and closing his eyes to rest.

Filion and the other man stood straight and motionless, feeling extremely tormented, but they could only wait patiently.

At this time, Jon's bracelet vibrated again. He saw that the phone was ringing and quickly picked it up.

"I'm General Jon, you say!"

"Okay, great!"

Jon listened to the report on the phone and a bright smile suddenly appeared on his face.

Firion waited until Jon hung up the phone and asked impatiently.

"How about it?"

"Lord Long Bai, the crisis has been resolved. The mechanical clan has been defeated and driven away."

Jon quickly reported to Long Bai.

"Well, how did you solve it?"

When Long Bai heard Jon's words, his frown relaxed slightly.

"General Kabunova has taken action, and there is also good news. Su Ming is back and has made great contributions in this defensive battle!"

Jon said to Long Bai excitedly.

"very good."

When Long Bai heard this, his cold expression softened a lot.

Buzz!

At this moment, Filion's bracelet suddenly vibrated and an emergency call came in.

"I'm Admiral Firion, you say!"

Firion said in a very good mood.

However, when he heard the report in the bracelet, the smile on his face immediately faded and his expression became extremely ugly.

"Old Fei, what's wrong with you?"

Jon asked in great confusion.

"Something serious has happened."

Filion hung up the phone and said with a very grim expression.

"Isn't the crisis over?"

Jon was also startled.

Instead of answering Jon, Firion turned his head and looked at Long Bai and said.

"Lord Long Bai, although the crisis on the third planet has been resolved, something has been exposed by the mechanical clan."

"whats the matter?"

Long Baixin was startled and asked with a cold expression.

"The mechanical race said that the chairman of the Longxian Council took something special. The alien races, the Kingdom of Apocalypse and the Dark Star Empire attacked us because of that thing. This matter has spread and it can't be suppressed. The council is in chaos. Lord Jakkers asked you to go back immediately."

Firion said quietly.

"Let's go back to the Federation!"

When Long Bai heard this, his heart sank to the bottom and he clenched his fists. The worst thing had happened. He then stood up and said.

"Yes!"

Filion and the other man responded quickly.
-
Dark Star.

Inside the main hall of the Lord's Mansion in the City of Sin.

Long Ying sat on the luxurious throne, with Admiral Sinrad waiting respectfully beside him.

At this time, the Mechanic Lord Cross, wearing a black cloak, stood in front of Long Ying and said with a smile.

"Lord Longying, you have successfully entered the City Lord's Mansion. Why don't you take advantage of such a good opportunity? This is different from what we agreed."

At this time, Long Ying also replied calmly.

"That's because the timing is not right. Even if I take action, it will be useless."

"Ok."

"But there is something I'm curious about. I wonder if Mr. Cross can explain it to me?"

"You say!"

Cross glanced at Longying and replied with a smile.

"What exactly is that thing you are talking about?"

"I'm sorry, Lord Longying, I'm not sure about this either."

"Oh, you don't know, or you don't want to tell me? Is this your sincerity in cooperation?"

The dragon shadow stared at Cross and questioned in return.

"Lord Longying, I am sincerely cooperating with you. As for that matter, I really don't know, and only the mechanical clan knows about it. Please forgive me."

A barely perceptible gleam flashed in Cross's eyes.

"it is good!"

Long Ying smiled and replied.

"Lord Longying, I have something else to do, so I'll take my leave now."

Cross quickly found an excuse to get away.

"Walk slowly."

Longying did not try to keep Cross.

Cross bowed slightly, turned and left the hall.

At this time, Admiral Sinrad spoke to Long Ying in a deep voice.

"Lord Longying, these mechanical people have no good intentions at all. They didn't use their full strength in this operation."

"Of course I know that they are not sincere in cooperating with us. They just use us as pawns. If we dare to take action that day, we will be doomed regardless of success or failure. To put it bluntly, I am just a part of their plan. After all, I am Long Xian's son. If my father were alive and knew about it, he would be furious."

"Sir, what should we do next?"

"It doesn't matter. Although the plan failed this time, they accidentally exposed the truth. Now everyone in the Federation is helping us to put pressure on them, and soon the truth will be revealed."

Long Ying replied with a smile.

"Your Excellency is wise!"
-
Night, Xiguang Laboratory, inside the room.

After Su Ming finished washing up, he lay on the bed and browsed the Qunxing Forum to check the latest public opinion news.

buzz~
At this moment, his bracelet vibrated and a message popped up.

He looked down, a hint of surprise appeared on his face, and he quickly got up and left.

Soon after.

Su Ming hurried to the gate of the City Lord's Mansion.

Deputy City Lord Okens walked forward and said with a smile.

"Su Ming, you are here."

"Lord Oakens, what do you want from me?"

Su Ming asked politely.

"It's nothing, actually. Look over there!"

Okens said somewhat embarrassedly.

Su Ming turned his head and saw Jakkers standing at the gate, seemingly waiting for something.

"Master Jakkers, what are you doing?"

"Lady Longbai is coming back. Lady Jakkers is waiting for her."

Okens explained in a low voice.

"Then there's no need to wait outside. Look how strong the wind is."

“Alas, this is not a mess, and Lord Long Bai has to come all the way back.”

"Yes, but why did you call me here?"

"Aren't you a popular person around Long Bai? Can you help me pick it up? Say something nice about it when the time comes."

Deputy City Lord Okens said to Su Ming with a smile.

"what?"

"Help me out."

"Hey, okay!"

Su Ming agreed reluctantly.

"Thanks, I'll leave first."

Seeing that Su Ming agreed, Okens left with a smile.

Su Ming sighed, then walked to the side of City Lord Jakels and greeted him respectfully.

"Lord Jakkers."

"Ah."

Jakkers nodded slightly.

Not long after, a number of inconspicuous black hovercrafts came from a distance and stopped in front of Jakkers and Su Ming.

Firion and Jon opened the car door and got out of the hovercraft at the back.

Su Ming hurried forward and opened the door of the first black hover car.

At this time, Long Bai, dressed in military uniform, got out of the car.

"Master, the Legion Commander."

Su Ming greeted respectfully.

Long Bai glanced at Su Ming, then nodded slightly.

"Miss, you are back."

At this time, Jakkers spoke with a guilty look on his face.

Long Bai went to the front line to support and supervise the battle, but he failed to take good care of the family and had to ask her to rush back from the front line to clean up the mess.

"Well, let's go to the office and talk."

Long Bai looked at the much older Jakkers and spoke in a gentle tone.

"Okay, this way, Miss."

Jakkers quickly led Long Bai towards the office.

Su Ming and the others quickly followed.

Soon they arrived at the door of the office. Long Bai and Jakkers went in alone. Su Ming and others stood outside to prevent others from eavesdropping on their conversation.

At this time, Firion poked Su Ming with his arm and said with a smile.

"Su Ming, you are really good!"

"Ah? What's wrong with me?"

Su Ming replied doubtfully.

"You still remember to come back. You are doing well in Tianqi. Are you planning to start a new business?"

Filion teased quietly.

"Go, go, don't talk nonsense! I had no choice."

Su Ming replied with a bit of a smile on his face.

At this time, Jon on the side also said with great emotion.

"Su Ming, I heard that you have made great achievements again. I am so envious! We run around every day and work hard but can't make many achievements. Your achievements are one after another. Otherwise, we should just follow you. At least we can have some soup to drink."

"No, it's just luck."

Su Ming didn't know how to explain it. Who knew that he would be invaded by the mechanical clan just after he returned.

"Okay, stop pretending!"

Firion said with a smile.

"Ah, I'm really lucky. If you don't believe me, forget it. By the way, where are my troops?"

Su Ming suddenly remembered and asked quickly.

"Your troops are on the front line, shining brightly in the starry sea."

Filion replied without even thinking.

"Oh my god, is this how you're going to take care of my troops? Throwing them to the front line?"

Su Ming said with a dark face when he heard what Firion said.

"It can't be helped. The battle on the front line is tense. Your troops are so well-trained, how can they not go? You know, how can other troops compare to yours? Your troops are not only equipped with V-generation mechas, pseudo-V-generation mechas and IV-generation mechas, but all members are equipped with at least third-generation mechas as standard."

Filion explained helplessly.

In fact, after Su Ming got into trouble, Rhine took over the Falling Light and the troops. He repaired the captured V-generation mecha, Gray Hunter (low-profile version), recalled Xiuen and others stationed in the Crimson Country, and at the same time replaced all the 5 billion supplies in the Rain City with weapons for arming.

Originally, Rhine's armed troops were planning to look for Su Ming, but were later recruited by Long Bai.

"It can't stand up to what you guys are doing!"

Su Ming replied unhappily.

"Don't worry, that won't happen. Right now the front line is mainly focused on defense, and Rhine and the others are not that weak."

Firion asked Su Ming to relax.

"Ugh."

Su Ming sighed and didn't say much.

At this time, the door of the office opened, and Jakkers walked out alone, then closed the door.

Su Ming and others were also startled and stepped forward to ask.

"Lord Jakkers, why didn't Lady Longbai come out?"

"Lord Long Bai, please be quiet for a while."

Jakkers replied with a tired look.

"Lord Jakkers, has something happened?"

Su Ming and others asked worriedly.

"Nothing, just get ready. City Lords Alicia and Faron will arrive at the third planet in two days. Then we will hold a general meeting and everyone must attend!"

Jakkers simply spoke to Su Ming and the others.

"it is good!"

After Su Ming heard what Jakkers said, he roughly guessed that the secret talk between Long Bai and Jakkers was not going very smoothly.

After giving his instructions, Jakkers dragged his tired body away.

Su Ming and Firion stood quietly at the door.

In the blink of an eye, it was the next morning, and Long Bai still hadn't come out of the office.

At this time, Yun Rou came over with breakfast and said to Su Ming and the others with a smile.

"My lords, I brought you breakfast!"

"Thank you."

Su Ming and the others took it.

"Take your time to eat. I'll take it to Lord Long Bai."

Yun Rou said softly.

"Okay, I'm done."

Su Ming and the other two replied politely.

Yun Rou then walked to the door with breakfast, gently pushed it open and walked in.

Not long after, Yun Rou withdrew.

Su Ming and his companions continued to guard.

Time passed little by little, and soon it was noon.

At this time, Yun Rou came over with lunch. She gently pushed open the office door and walked in.

Not long after, the office door opened again and Yun Rou came out with a tray full of dishes that had not been touched.

Filion and the other man looked at Yun Rou with serious expressions and asked.

"How about it?"

Yun Rou didn't answer, just shook her head and left with the tray.

Su Ming and the other two looked at each other and continued to wait helplessly.

As time passed, night fell quickly.

Yun Rou came over again with dinner, but this time she did not bring it in directly. Instead, she walked in front of Su Ming and the others and said with some sadness.

"My Lords, why don't you send them off?"

"Su Ming, why don't you come?"

Firion said after a moment's hesitation.

"Me? Not good."

Su Ming was slightly stunned and replied.

"You are the most suitable one to send it, please."

Firion asked Su Ming for help.

"All right!"

Su Ming then took the dinner, walked to the door of the office, gently pushed it open and walked in.

When he entered the office, he saw Long Bai sitting at the desk, his cheek supported by one hand, with an illusory star map in front of him.

Long Bai stared at the star map quietly without moving.

Su Ming gently placed his dinner on the edge of the table and spoke softly to Long Bai.

"Commander, it's time to eat." But Long Bai didn't react at all, just stared at the star map quietly.

Seeing this, Su Ming sighed slightly and then left the office.

When Firion and Jon saw Su Ming coming out, they immediately walked up to him and asked.

"How is it? Has the commander had his meal?"

"No, Master Legion Commander, he seems very troubled."

Su Ming shook his head and replied.

"Ugh."

When Firion and the other man heard Su Ming's reply, they both sighed.

"I don't quite understand. Although this matter is quite serious, it shouldn't be this serious, right?"

Su Ming asked doubtfully.

"Su Ming, you don't know that a lot of things have happened in the Federation during the year you were missing. The commander of the army has never been happy. All the defense lines have been breached, even the wormhole space-time defense line has been breached, and now this incident has happened again."

Firion explained to Su Ming in a low voice.

"I see. Firion, Jon, you must have had a hard time coming back all the way. Why don't you go and take a rest and leave this to me."

"Okay, if you need anything, just give us a call and we'll come over tomorrow morning to take your place."

Firion and Jon thought for a moment and then responded.

"it is good."

Su Ming nodded.

Filion and the other man then left together.

Su Ming stood alone against the wall next to the office door, then raised his bracelet to open the address book, found Su Mulong's number, edited a message and sent it.

"Grandpa, the situation has been very unstable recently. I'm a little worried about my parents' safety. Could you please help me strengthen the security measures there?"

Soon a message popped up.

"Don't worry about Su Yuan. I'll send someone to make the arrangements."

"Thank you, Grandpa Zeng."

After Su Ming replied, he closed the interface.

At this moment, he suddenly saw Irelia's number in the address book. He was immediately inspired and edited a message and sent it.

"Senior, I'm back in Starlight City. I wonder if you're free to have dinner together."

After Su Ming sent the message, he waited patiently.

Soon half an hour passed, and the bracelet still did not receive a reply. Just when Su Ming thought there was no hope.

hum~
A reply message popped up on the bracelet.

"it is good!"

"I'll be waiting for you on Wutong Street in Area B1 at o'clock."

After seeing the message, Su Ming breathed a sigh of relief, checked for nearby restaurants, and sent a message back to Irelia.

Su Ming then left quickly to avoid any embarrassment later.

Wutong Street, Area B1, under the dim street lights.

Su Ming stood there quietly, glancing at his bracelet from time to time. It was already eight o'clock in the evening, but Irelia had not yet appeared.

But Su Ming was not in a hurry and waited patiently.

Time passed little by little, and in the blink of an eye, two hours had passed.

Su Ming looked at his bracelet and it was already 10 o'clock in the evening. He was also a little puzzled. Given her personality, it was unlikely that she would be late as long as she agreed!

But he hasn't come yet. I guess he encountered something and can't come.

Su Ming thought of this, sighed slightly, and was about to give up and leave.

At this time, a pleasant voice was heard.

"Sorry to keep you waiting."

Su Ming raised his head and looked over, only to see Irelia wearing a champagne-colored cheongsam that perfectly outlined her figure. She wore a Star-Marked Tear necklace on her fair neck, and her lavender hair was draped over her shoulders. She looked like she had walked out of a painting.

Su Ming was stunned for a moment.

"what happened?"

Seeing that Su Ming didn't respond, Irelia asked calmly.

"No, I think you seem to have lost weight."

Su Ming coughed and said.

"Ah."

Irelia was slightly startled, then replied indifferently.

"Senior, are you in a bad mood?"

Su Ming asked with a smile when he saw that Irelia was in a bad mood.

When Irelia heard Su Ming's question, she immediately raised her head and glanced at him. Wasn't this a question that she asked despite knowing the answer?
"Haha, I just asked casually, let's not talk about it. Let's go to the Clover Restaurant for dinner. I heard the food there is pretty good."

Su Ming said with a smile.

"No, I'll take you to a place for dinner. I always go there when I'm in a bad mood."

"I'll treat you first. It's not good to let you spend too much money."

"Nothing. People like you who are always on the front line might die someday. Then we won't be able to invite you even if we want to."

Irelia said calmly.

"."

The corner of Su Ming's mouth twitched involuntarily.

"Let's go."

Irelia took Su Ming and walked away.

Not long after, the two walked across an antique stone arch bridge and came to a relatively remote street.

There is a very small street-side noodle restaurant here. There is a dining bar and iron chairs outside the restaurant where you can sit down and eat.

At this time, an old lady with white hair, wrinkled skin and a kind expression was cleaning up the dishes.

"Grandma Cai."

Irelia came over with Su Ming and called out calmly.

Granny Cai turned her head to look at Irelia and replied with a smile.

"Xiaoya, you're here, what would you like to eat?"

"Two bowls of beef noodles in clear soup."

Irelia replied calmly.

When Granny Cai heard what Irelia said, she looked at Su Ming in surprise and then spoke.

"Xiaoya, do you have a boyfriend?"

When Su Ming heard what Granny Cai said, his expression froze and he explained with an awkward smile.

"No, we are friends."

"My male friend, my boyfriend, is right."

Granny Cai said with a smile.

"Is this okay?"

Su Ming replied with a helpless smile.

"Why not? Xiaoya has been eating noodles at my place for almost a hundred years, and this is the first time I've seen her bring a boy here."

Granny Cai replied with a smile.

"More than a hundred years?"

When Su Ming heard what Granny Cai said, he looked at Irelia in surprise.

"What? Are you scared? Didn't you say you're not afraid of a girl who's 300 years older than you?"

Irelia turned her head and looked at Su Ming and said.

"How could I be afraid? I don't care about those things."

Su Ming replied with a smile.

At this time, Granny Cai kept looking Su Ming up and down and asked in confusion.

"Young man, how old are you? Why do you look like you are not from the same generation as Xiaoya?"

"I'm only in my twenties."

Su Ming replied with an awkward smile.

"Oh, it's good to be younger, so you can get it right the first time without any effort."

Granny Cai replied with a smile.

At this time, Irelia said to Grandma Cai.

"Grandma Cai, please help us make some noodles."

"Okay, wait a moment."

Granny Cai responded with a smile.

Su Ming and Irelia waited quietly, and soon two bowls of hot clear beef noodles were served, with clear soup, tempting meat slices and noodles, and green chopped green onions sprinkled on top.

"Eat it while it's hot."

Granny Cai said with a smile.

"Ok."

Su Ming and Irelia immediately picked up their chopsticks and started eating.

Su Ming took a few bites and couldn't help but praise Irelia.

"It tastes delicious. How did you find this place?"

"My father brought me here. I come here every time I say goodbye to him or when I feel bad."

Irelia said calmly.

"Oh."

When Su Ming heard what Irelia said, he immediately realized that he seemed to have said something wrong. He quickly closed his mouth and ate in silence.

At this moment, a loud shout suddenly came from behind, and Su Ming and others couldn't help but turn their heads to look over.

Citizens were seen holding flags and banners, marching in groups through the streets to protest.

“We want the truth!”

"We want to see the Chairman of the Longxian Council!"

"We don't want war!"

“We want peace!”

A reporter kept taking pictures with his camera, and many soldiers followed to maintain order.

When Irelia heard the protests on the street, she couldn't help but stop using the chopsticks in her hand and her expression became even more silent.

Su Ming looked at the protesting team and said awkwardly.

“It’s so late, and they are still protesting.”

"As a young man, it's good to have a passion in your heart. It's better than a pool of dead water!"

Granny Cai said with a smile.

"Yes! If you don't do something when you are young, how can you be called a young person? Although the road ahead may be unknown and dangerous, if you don't go there, who can predict the outcome?"

Su Ming glanced at Irelia's somewhat haggard face and said with emotion.

At this time, after hearing Su Ming's words, Irelia fell into silence.

The next morning.

The interstellar airport in the center of Starlight City.

The Star Destroyer Deep Blue slowly descended from the sky and landed at parking bay No. 3.

click!
The exit is open.

City Lord Alicia came down with Finny and others.

At this time, an old woman wearing the clothes of a senior councilor, with white hair and a high nose, hurried over.

"Lord Alysia, you are finally back."

"How is Amanfen doing now?"

"The situation in the Federation is getting out of control now. Jakkers simply can't control everyone. Now they are waiting for you to come back and hold a general meeting."

"Have Faroen and Long Bai returned?"

"I don't know about Lord Long Bai, he may have already returned. Lord Faroen is said to be here soon."

Councillor Amanfen said to City Lord Alicia.

Alicia heard this and said thoughtfully.

"We'll wait for him."

"it is good."

Councillor Amanfen was slightly startled, then nodded in response.

At this moment, a huge roar was heard in the sky. Alicia and others looked up and saw the Star Destroyer Scarlet Blade slowly falling from the sky.

"Here we go, let's go."

Alicia said with a smile.

"Ah."

Councillor Amanfen responded respectfully.

A moment later, the Star Destroyer Scarlet Blade landed at dock No. 2.

click!
The exit is open.

Farron walked down with his subordinates with a stern face.

When he saw Alicia waiting for him, he spoke with some surprise.

"Alysia, are you waiting for me?"

"That's right. With so many things happening at home, I'm unsure. I want to discuss it with you."

Alicia said with a smile.

"Tsk, what is there to discuss? Now things are clear, either take the things out, or let the Dragon String Council grow out!"

Faron replied unhappily.

"I think so too. We should finally have an explanation. Then we will form a united front. Don't let me down at the critical moment."

"not worried."

"Then let's go together."

Alicia said with a smile.

"Ah."

Faron and Alicia left together.

Federal Administration Building, Dawn Hall 1.

The huge conference hall was also bustling with activity. Except for a few empty seats in the first row, all other seats were full.

There were even quite a few people standing on the walls on both sides of the council hall.

All persons from the ten major planets in the Federation who were eligible to attend the meeting were present.

Among them are the city lords of the ten planets and the district chiefs of the sixteen districts.

And behind the parliament hall, there was a reporter standing.

At this time, Su Ming and Firion were sitting in a corner, waiting for the largest meeting in nearly a hundred years to begin.

"This is the first time I've seen such a big scene in all these years. This meeting is not going to end well. I wonder if Lord Long Bai can hold on."

Firion swallowed and said.

"Things have come to this point. There's no point in saying anything. We just have to take it one step at a time."

Su Ming replied calmly.

At this time, the tightly closed door was pushed open.

Everyone at the scene turned their heads to look, only to see Long Chen, Long Ying, and Long Lan, three siblings, walking in with serious expressions.

"The Long family has started to enter. They seem to be coming with bad intentions."

Jon said to Firion.

"It's normal. When the chairman of the council was in seclusion, he handed over the power to Jakkers and restricted the rights of other members of the Long family. But the situation is different now."

Firion said in a low voice.

"Ah."

Su Ming replied in agreement.

Soon, Long Chen and the other two took their seats in the first row under the gaze of everyone.

At this time, everyone was talking about it.

"Long Chen and the others have entered the venue, why haven't we seen Lord Long Bai, City Lord Faroen, and City Lord Alicia yet?"

"Have they come back? Don't tell me we can't open today again?"

"Probably not."

Everyone discussed in low voices.

At this time, the door of the conference hall opened again, and City Lord Faron and City Lord Alicia walked in side by side.

"coming!"

Everyone shouted excitedly.

"It's about to begin."

Su Ming said with his hand on his chin when he saw the two city lords of Faloon entering.

"Ah."

Firion and Jon suddenly became nervous.

Faron and Alicia walked to the front row with solemn expressions and sat down.

At this moment, everyone in the council hall became more anxious and started talking.

"Everyone is here, why haven't Lord Jakkers and Lord Longbai arrived yet?"

"Yup!"

"What the hell!"

Time passed by second by second, as if everyone's patience had reached its limit.

The tightly closed door of the parliament hall was pushed open again.

Faluo En, Long Chen and the others turned their heads to look at the opened door.

Long Bai was seen wearing a dark blue starry dress, her lavender hair tied up with an exquisite golden phoenix hairpin, and a silver metal mask on her face. She walked in accompanied by Jakkers.

In an instant, the entire noisy conference hall suddenly became quiet, and everyone stood up and bowed slightly to Long Bai.

(End of this chapter)