Destiny Mission of game ‘Star Ring'

Chapter 1907 - 1500: Eavesdropping (Second Update)

"I’m happy, but the subsequent repairs are also a headache. Given the Federation’s current unfavorable situation, can they still spare manpower to help?"Su Mo asked with some concern.

"Don’t worry about this; no matter how difficult it is, the Federation will spare enough manpower to help you, but..."

Alles paused mid-sentence, his brow furrowed.

"If there are any difficulties or concerns, please share them."

"The Federation can only provide 1 million manpower, and high-end manpower is limited and may not be sufficient for the main repairs. I’ve consulted experts regarding your fortress; with the Federation’s technology level, the grade is too high."

Alles said to Su Mo.

"1 million manpower will suffice, and you don’t have to worry about the technical aspects; I’ll find another way. You’re providing manpower that can handle the basic tasks. By the way, what’s your requirement for remuneration?"

Su Mo was quite satisfied with this result.

"No need for remuneration; the Federation will cover it."

"That’s not appropriate, is it?"

"There’s no need for politeness; you’ve also supported the Federation considerably, so it’s only right to help you. Repairing such a large fortress requires funds in many areas."

Alles waved his hand, indicating that Su Mo should not be polite further.

"Alright, then I won’t say much more."

Su Mo nodded in response. To be honest, he was a bit touched that the Federation chose to help him despite the difficult circumstances.

"There’s one more thing I must emphasize to you."

Alles’s eyes suddenly became very solemn.

"Go ahead."

Su Mo replied earnestly.

"Due to the recent surge in anti-Lord Icaroya sentiment, many people are also holding grudges against everyone in Star Ring City. As a member of the Royal Order of Twelve Knights, in their eyes you are Icaroya’s lackey and enforcer, so must pay attention to your safety. Recently, there have been frequent incidents of Star Ring City officials being attacked."

Alles seriously reminded Su Mo.

"Alright, understood."

Su Mo felt somewhat bewildered; after going out and coming back, it seemed the whole world had changed.

....

Over an hour later.

Su Mo piloted the Mad Eye Rhenhok towards Star Ring City.

He stretched and chatted with Xiao Shi.

"To be honest, sometimes I really understand Icaroya’s intentions. But I don’t quite grasp Icaroya’s approach; she could do things with a bit more gentleness and tact to avoid many conflicts."

"In her eyes, isn’t that your problem? Why should she cater to you?"

The creator Swallower retorted bluntly, leaving Su Mo speechless.

"Forget it, I won’t talk about it anymore; let’s go find the old man."

"Why are you looking for the old man?"

"Of course to borrow a professional construction team. Repairing such a massive top-tier fortress would be impossible without a technically skilled construction team."

Su Mo’s mind was still quite clear.

"Not too foolish."

The creator Swallower replied deeply.

.....

In the evening, Su Mo hurried to the grocery store’s entrance.

He discovered that the store was actually closed.

"How strange, the old man closed early today?"

"He should be at home; he is usually in one of these two places."

The creator Swallower said to Su Mo.

"Alright!"

Su Mo promptly headed towards the old man’s residence.

A moment later, Su Mo arrived at the entrance of the old man’s residence.

The guards, upon seeing Su Mo, chose to ignore him directly.

Su Mo walked straight in and headed further inside.

The large courtyard appeared particularly desolate, without a single figure in sight.

"Why is there no one around? Could the old man be away?"

Su Mo muttered to himself, glancing around.

"Go to the study."

The creator Swallower replied deeply.

"Okay!"

Su Mo immediately quickened his pace, eager to find the old man and resolve the matter promptly.

Soon, Su Mo arrived at the door of the study and saw that the door was ajar, revealing a narrow gap—not completely closed. Through the gap, Su Mo could hear familiar coughing sounds.

Cough cough~

Su Mo’s eyes lit up; indeed, someone was inside. As he was about to knock, he suddenly heard Icaroya’s voice.

He was instantly startled, freezing in place.

His expression mirrored one who had seen a ghost; how could Icaroya be here? He quickly held his breath and listened carefully.

Inside the study.

Icaroya, hands behind her back, gazed coldly at the old man.

"Speak bluntly; I don’t have time to waste."

"I know you have the Stone Tablet; I want it—name your price."

The old man said hoarsely.

"Your information is quite up-to-date."

Icaroya stared coldly at the old man.

"You shouldn’t concern yourself with that; state what you want."

"You know what I want; I’ve mentioned it before."

"I haven’t found the Stone Tablet you’re looking for."

"Then there’s nothing to discuss."

"The price can be changed; I can exchange the Catastrophe Shadow with you."

The old man gazed at Icaroya, offering his best proposition.

"I don’t want Catastrophe Shadow; it’s not significant enough for me."

A peculiar glint flickered in Icaroya’s eyes as she immediately refused.

Outside the door, Su Mo heard this and was quite curious, asking the creator Swallower.

"Xiao Shi, what is Catastrophe Shadow?"

"It’s an incredibly powerful Ancient Legendary Level Star Destroyer!"

The creator Swallower replied deeply.

"Is it stronger than the God of Na Vessel?"

"Hmph, naturally! In a one-on-one situation, unless the commander is stupid, the God of Na Vessel is no match for it. It’s incomparable to an Ancient Legendary Star Destroyer that has ascended later!"

"Whew~"

Hearing this, Su Mo couldn’t help but gasp. Such a formidable vessel, yet Icaroya doesn’t care for it.

And what’s the old man’s background? He is willing to trade such an excellent ship for a Stone Tablet.

"Stop chatting for now; let’s listen to the conversation."

The creator Swallower said solemnly.

"Alright!"

Su Mo quickly focused his attention and listened closely.

Inside the study, when the old man saw Icaroya’s refusal, he was silent for a moment before speaking hoarsely.

"In that case, I have no price to exchange with you!"

"No, you do have sufficient price."

Icaroya replied coldly.

"What price?"

The old man looked at Icaroya with surprise.

"You can use Su Mo, whom you trained, as a price. Hand him over to me and I’ll give you the Stone Tablet."

Icaroya said coldly.

Outside the door, Su Mo heard this, and his expression became very animated. Never did he expect to become part of the bargaining; his heart couldn’t help but race.

The old man was silent for a long time before hoarsely replying.

"Although Su Mo is my disciple and someone I’ve trained, he is an independent individual—not a commodity. Therefore, I won’t use him as bargaining material."

After hearing the old man’s words, Icaroya said indifferently to him.

"In that case, there’s nothing more to discuss. When you have sufficient bargaining power, then talk to me."

"Alright!"

The old man replied deeply.