Chapter 358: Thunder God Heavy Industries (Five-in-One)

Inside the Su Family Villa, in the room.

Zhao Ning and Su Yuan pulled Su Ming into the room and looked at him very seriously.

The atmosphere in the room instantly became very solemn.

Su Ming felt a little guilty under their gaze, then forced a smile.

“What’s wrong with you two?”

“Oh, son, you’ve really done your dad proud! I never thought you’d be doing so well, already a Major!”

Su Yuan immediately beamed with joy, extremely happy.

“Hehe, it’s alright.”

Seeing Su Yuan so happy, Su Ming secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

However, Su Yuan was clueless, but Zhao Ning was no fool; she knew very well that military ranks were not that easy to climb.

At this moment, Zhao Ning straightened her face and asked with concern.

“Su Ming, tell me honestly, are you hiding something dangerous from us? Otherwise, how could you have been promoted to Major?”

Upon hearing Zhao Ning’s words, Su Yuan immediately reacted and asked nervously.

“That’s right, did you go to the front lines?”

“No, don’t worry, there’s a reason why I was promoted so quickly.”

Su Ming explained awkwardly.

“What reason?”

Zhao Ning wasn’t so easily fooled.

“It’s like this, Mother, remember how I participated in the Three School League? I luckily won second prize, bringing honor to Royal Court Academy, which is why I was promoted so quickly.”

Su Ming, in a moment of quick thinking, quickly brought up the Three School League.

“Is that really true?”

Upon hearing Su Ming’s explanation, Zhao Ning’s hanging heart relaxed a little.

“It’s true.”

Su Ming could only bite the bullet and reply, truly embodying the saying: when you tell one lie, you need countless more to cover it up.

“That’s good. You absolutely must not go to the front lines; it’s extremely dangerous there.”

Zhao Ning then let out a long sigh of relief.

“Um, Father and Mother, if there’s nothing else, I’ll go back to my room to rest first!”

Su Ming finished speaking and quickly made his escape. If he were questioned further, he might accidentally let something slip.

“Alright, you’ve had a lot to drink. Go rest.”

Zhao Ning nodded in response.

Three days later, in the early morning.

Su Ming woke up early and walked down the spiral staircase.

He saw Su Zhentian discussing matters concerning the Thunder Group with his second brother, Su Hailong, and third brother, Su Tianhan, in the inner hall.

Su Yao, Su Ying, Su Yuan, and the younger generation like Su Bin were chatting in the living room.

Su Ming didn’t disturb Su Zhentian and the others. Instead, he walked to the living room and greeted his uncle and the rest.

“Good morning.”

Su Yao and the others responded when they saw Su Ming.

“You’re up.”

“You haven’t eaten yet, have you? There’s breakfast in the dining room. If it’s not to your liking, have the staff make something else.”

“Alright!”

Su Ming replied politely.

Just then, Su Fu rushed in, excitedly calling out to Su Yao.

“Young Master, Young Master Major Su Rui is back.”

“That’s great!”

Su Yao replied, extremely pleased.

“What, Major Su Rui is back? Let’s go out and meet him!”

Su Ying and the others all spoke up.

Everyone instantly walked outside. Su Yuan and Zhao Ning also said to Su Ming.

“Su Ming, let’s go. Your eldest brother is back. We should go welcome him too.”

“Alright.”

Su Ming was also a little surprised. He hadn’t expected his third uncle and the others to attach so much importance to Major Su Rui. But thinking about it, it was normal, after all, Major Su Rui had a high probability of inheriting the position of family head.

Soon, Su Ming and the others walked out of the villa and waited at the main entrance.

At this moment, three military off-road vehicles drove over from a distance and stopped in front of Su Ming and the others.

Click!

The doors of the latter two military off-road vehicles opened, and officers wearing second-generation exoskeleton armor dismounted, hurrying to the front of the first off-road vehicle. They respectfully opened its door, a display of considerable pomp.

At this moment, a tall, upright man, dressed in a major’s military uniform, wearing a black trench coat, with a buzz cut, a rugged face, resolute eyes, and bronze skin, stepped out.

“Son.”

Su Yao walked forward, very excited.

“Father, I’m back.”

Major Su Rui was also very excited, extending his hands to embrace Su Yao.

“It’s good to have you back! Quick, greet your uncles, aunts, and siblings. They haven’t seen you in a long time and miss you very much!”

Su Yao said to Major Su Rui.

Major Su Rui nodded, then walked up to Su Ying and greeted him with a handshake.

“Third Uncle, how have you been lately?”

“I’m doing well. Are the conditions on the front lines very tough? You look thinner.”

Su Ying replied politely.

“It’s alright, thank you for your concern, Third Uncle!”

Major Su Rui replied cheerfully.

Following this, Major Su Rui shook hands and exchanged pleasantries with his fourth uncle, Su Dong, his fifth uncle, Su Feilong, Su Yuan, and the others, one by one.

Then he greeted Su Bin, Su Qiu, and the others.

Even the usually arrogant Su Bin was very polite to Major Su Rui, respectfully calling him Eldest Brother.

In fact, the reason why Su Ying and the others valued Major Su Rui so much wasn’t just because he was the eldest grandson and son; the most important point was that he was a Major, and a Major with real power.

Of course, they didn’t know that Su Ming also held real power; Rhein, Deng Yu, and others were his subordinates. It was just that Su Ming wasn’t used to people constantly following him.

Soon, Major Su Rui walked in front of Su Ming. He reached out, just about to speak, when he completely froze.

Major Su Rui looked at Su Ming in surprise, unable to recall who he was.

Su Ming, meanwhile, smiled and called out.

“Big Brother!”

He still had some impression of Major Su Rui, as if they had lived together for a period when they were young, and he had also seen him a few times at Grandpa’s birthday banquet later on.

Seeing Su Ming call him Big Brother, Major Su Rui felt even more awkward and quickly looked at his father.

Su Yao immediately reacted and introduced him to Major Su Rui.

“He’s Su Ming, your ninth uncle’s son.”

“Su Ming! You’ve actually gotten thinner, so thin I didn’t recognize you!”

“Hehe, that’s normal! After all, it’s been many years since we last met.”

“That’s right, I remember when you were little, you were such a glutton. I even secretly gave you lots of snacks.”

Major Su Rui patted Su Ming’s shoulder and said cheerfully.

“Big Brother, let’s not bring up past embarrassing moments.”

Su Ming replied playfully.

“Alright!”

Major Su Rui replied with a smile.

At this moment, Su Yao spoke to Major Su Rui.

“Major Su Rui, let’s go inside the house first. The old man has been looking forward to your return these past few days.”

“Okay.”

Major Su Rui then followed everyone into the villa.

Soon, they entered the villa and arrived at the inner hall. Major Su Rui spoke to Su Zhentian, who was discussing matters.

“Grandpa! I’m back.”

Seeing Major Su Rui, Su Zhentian immediately stood up from his chair and happily exclaimed.

“Damn it, you’re finally back, haha!”

At this moment, Su Hailong and Su Tianhan also looked at the returning Major Su Rui, their faces full of smiles as they greeted him.

“Isn’t this Major Su Rui? You’re finally home! I heard you were promoted to Major, congratulations!”

“Thank you, Second Master and Third Master.”

Major Su Rui replied gracefully.

“How long do you plan to stay this time?”

Su Zhentian asked with concern.

“I’ll probably be staying for quite a while this time. If there are no unexpected circumstances, I should have over a month of vacation.”

Major Su Rui explained to Su Zhentian.

“Very good. Then we, grandfather and grandson, can catch up later. The time is just right now, everyone hurry and prepare, tidy up your appearance. We will depart for the main family at noon.”

Su Zhentian stood up and said to everyone with great seriousness.

“Yes!”

Upon hearing this, Su Yao, Su Ying, and the others immediately pulled their sons back to their rooms.

Su Yuan and Zhao Ning also quickly pulled Su Ming away.

“Son, hurry back to your room.”

“Why?”

Su Ming asked with a headache.

“Of course, it’s to dress you up handsomely.”

Zhao Ning explained to Su Ming.

“No, no need, I’m fine like this.”

Upon hearing Zhao Ning’s words, Su Ming’s face instantly darkened. He couldn’t help but recall the scene of his makeup on the day his City Exam results came out; it was simply a nightmare.

“What do you mean, ‘fine like this’? Son, this is non-negotiable!”

Zhao Ning also became anxious, fearing Su Ming wouldn’t cooperate, and directly dragged him towards the room.

“Son, just bear with it.”

Su Yuan whispered, trying to persuade him.

Su Ming was also exasperated, feeling that he couldn’t escape today.

Without any surprise, Su Ming was dragged by Zhao Ning to the dressing table in the room, and the scene replayed itself.

More than twenty minutes later, Zhao Ning finished applying makeup to Su Ming. She looked at her handsome son with satisfaction and said.

“Done! My son is still the most handsome!”

“Mother, since it’s done, let’s go downstairs quickly. It’s not good to keep others waiting too long.”

Su Ming said with a stiff smile.

“Alright!”

Zhao Ning replied in a very good mood.

Su Ming slightly exhaled in relief when Zhao Ning agreed. Then, the three of them left the room and went downstairs.

When they arrived in the living room, Su Ming was somewhat dumbfounded.

Su Bin had changed into a Second Lieutenant’s military uniform, his hair meticulously combed, a very stylish watch on his wrist, and shiny black leather shoes. His appearance was elevated by a whole level.

Even Su Qiu, who was quite stout, had changed into a striped shirt and blue overalls, and he had even put on makeup. His originally unremarkable appearance now looked a bit cute.

Just then, Major Su Rui also came downstairs. He was wearing a Major’s military uniform, his chin stubble neatly trimmed, white gloves on his hands, and a silver honor medal pinned to his chest.

Su Ming looked at the scene, his mouth twitching slightly.

At this moment, Su Zhentian walked over, looked at everyone, and asked.

“Is everyone ready?”

“Ready.”

Major Su Rui and the others replied in unison.

At this moment, Su Zhentian’s gaze fell on Su Ming, and he frowned, saying.

“Su Ming, why aren’t you wearing your military uniform?”

“I came back in a hurry this time and didn’t bring many clothes. My military uniform is at school.”

Su Ming immediately explained.

“Young Master Su Ming, not wearing a military uniform is a big disadvantage. Military uniforms are a bonus.”

Anko the butler respectfully reminded him.

Zhao Ning, hearing this, immediately reacted and quickly said to Su Ming.

“Son, go get your military uniform quickly.”

“Isn’t this too much trouble? This is fine.”

Su Ming replied with a headache.

“No, you must wear it. For formal occasions, it’s better to wear a military uniform.”

Zhao Ning said with a very firm attitude.

“Your mother is right. Why don’t you let Butler Anko take you back to school to get your military uniform?”

At this moment, Su Yao also spoke up to persuade him.

“No need for such trouble. I’ll make a call and have a classmate send it over. You can all depart first.”

Su Ming reluctantly compromised.

“No need, it’s still early. There should be enough time.”

Su Zhentian checked the time on his wristband and said in a deep voice.

Su Qiu, upon hearing Su Zhentian’s words, pouted a little in dissatisfaction but didn’t dare to say anything.

Su Ming took out his phone from his pocket and directly dialed Ankajia’s number.

Beep beep!

After a few seconds, the call connected, and Ankajia’s voice came through the phone.

“Squad Leader?”

“Ankajia, I’ll send you an address. Please bring my military uniform from my bed over. Be quick.”

“Okay, I’ll send it over right away.”

Ankajia hung up the phone after speaking.

Over an hour later.

Su Ming, Su Yuan, and Zhao Ning stood at the villa’s main entrance, waiting.

Soon, a black hover car sped over and stopped in front of Su Ming and the others.

Su Ming immediately hurried over.

At this moment, Ankajia opened the car door and stepped out. He handed the bag containing the military uniform to Su Ming.

“Here!”

“Thank you for your trouble.”

Su Ming took the bag and replied.

“What trouble? But, Squad Leader, why are you so handsome today? What are you preparing for?”

Ankajia asked with a mischievous grin.

At this moment, Su Yuan and Zhao Ning also walked over. Su Ming quickly interrupted Ankajia’s words and said in a low voice.

“Don’t talk nonsense, hurry up and go.”

“Alright!”

Ankajia replied with a chuckle, then opened the car door, sat back in the driver’s seat, started the vehicle, and drove away directly.

“Su Ming, why did your classmate leave directly? Aren’t you going to invite him in for a glass of water?”

Zhao Ning looked at the departing hovercar and said.

“He has an urgent matter, so let’s quickly change our clothes. Grandpa and the others are probably getting impatient.”

Su Ming quickly changed the subject.

“Right, the main business is important!”

Zhao Ning immediately reacted and quickly pulled Su Ming back to the villa to change clothes.

Not long after, Su Ming and the other two arrived in the room. He said to Su Yuan and Zhao Ning.

“You two go out first. I’ll come out as soon as I change.”

“Okay, we’ll wait for you at the door.”

Su Yuan and Zhao Ning then walked out of the room.

Su Ming immediately pulled out his military uniform from the bag, but when he saw an iron box inside the bag, he was stunned.

“What is Ankajia doing bringing this here?”

However, despite his grumbling, Su Ming quickly changed his clothes.

He first took Little Grey out of his pocket and placed it on the table.

Little Grey tilted its head, looking at Su Ming, its big, innocent eyes constantly blinking.

Su Ming reached out and stroked its head, smiling as he instructed.

“Behave today, and there will be good food later.”

Little Grey nodded happily.

Su Ming then began to take off his clothes and put on his military uniform.

When he had finished changing, Little Grey immediately jumped onto Su Ming and then burrowed into his pocket.

Just then, the door was pushed open, and Zhao Ning walked in and asked.

“Are you ready? Your grandpa and the others are urging us.”

“Ready!”

Su Ming quickly replied.

“Wait, let me help you straighten your collar.”

Zhao Ning walked up to Su Ming, intending to help him adjust his collar.

“No need, I’ll do it myself.”

Su Ming hurriedly faced the mirror and straightened the collar of his military uniform.

At this moment, Zhao Ning picked up the clothes Su Ming had changed out of. Inadvertently, she saw an iron box in the bag, and out of curiosity, she reached out, picked up the iron box, and asked.

“Su Ming, what is this?”

“Don’t open it!”

Su Ming immediately reacted and quickly shouted at Zhao Ning.

But it was still too late. Zhao Ning opened the iron box, only to see a pile of very beautiful badges inside, especially the Dark Badge.

“So many badges?”

Zhao Ning’s face showed a shocked expression.

Su Ming quickly took the iron box, took out the badges inside, and put them in his pocket.

“Mother, there’s nothing good to see!”

“No, son, why do you have so many badges?”

“These aren’t badges; they’re souvenirs I bought. I just thought these things looked nice, so I bought them to collect.”

“Really?”

Zhao Ning asked with some doubt.

“Absolutely.”

Su Ming felt his head throbbing. He felt like nothing was going right today; even having Ankajia bring a military uniform caused trouble.

“Alright.”

Zhao Ning replied, half-believing, half-doubting.

“Let’s go downstairs quickly. Grandpa and the others are probably getting impatient.”

Su Ming urged with a hint of guilt.

“Mm, let’s go.”

Zhao Ning then left with Su Ming.

Inside the Su Family villa’s main hall.

Su Yao and the others waited patiently.

At this moment, Su Ming and the other two hurried down the stairs, apologizing.

“Sorry, we kept you waiting.”

“Not bad! Handsome and capable, I’m even envious!”

Major Su Rui looked at Su Ming and praised him with a smile.

He had served for many years and only barely managed to get promoted to Major.

“Thank you for the compliment, Big Brother.”

Su Ming replied politely.

At this moment, Su Zhentian saw Su Ming in his military uniform and said in a deep voice.

“Since everyone is here, let’s go!”

“Okay.”

Su Dong and the others responded in unison.

Soon after, everyone arrived at the villa entrance.

Rows of black hovercars were neatly parked by the roadside, having been waiting for a long time.

Su Ming followed Su Yuan and Zhao Ning towards a black hovercar, but just as they were about to get in.

Su Zhentian suddenly called out.

“Major Su Rui, Su Ming, you two ride in the same car as me.”

Su Ming was slightly stunned and looked at Su Yuan and Zhao Ning.

“Go quickly.”

Zhao Ning said to Su Ming with delight.

“Okay, then I’ll ride with Grandpa.”

Su Ming then walked towards the lead car.

Su Bin and the others saw this scene, and their faces also showed expressions of envy and jealousy.

It was well known that in families like theirs, many things were particular.

Major Su Rui was the future heir of the family, so it was normal for him to ride in the same car as Su Zhentian. But Su Ming also riding in the same car indicated that the Old Master also valued him greatly.

However, even though Su Bin and the others were displeased, they dared not show it.

No matter how useless Su Yuan was, Su Ming was a Major, and so young, his future was limitless.

Soon, Su Ming, Major Su Rui, and Su Zhentian got into the back seat of the lead car.

Su Zhentian sat between the two and said to Anko the butler.

“Let’s go.”

“Yes.”

Anko then started the hovercar and drove forward.

At this moment, Zhao Ning, sitting in the last hovercar, kept thinking about the badges in Su Ming’s box.

“Wife, what’s wrong?”

Su Yuan saw Zhao Ning looking troubled and asked curiously.

“Husband, I feel like our son is acting strange.”

“What’s strange?”

“I found a small box of our son’s, and it has a lot of honor badges inside!”

Zhao Ning said to Su Yuan.

“Didn’t you ask our son?”

“I did, he said they were fake souvenirs.”

“Oh! I thought it was something serious. Our son has had a hobby of collecting figurines since he was little. It’s normal for him to buy some badge souvenirs.”

Su Yuan replied dismissively.

“No, those badges looked very exquisite and beautiful, especially one black and gold badge. No matter how I looked at it, it didn’t seem fake.”

The more Zhao Ning thought about it, the more something felt off.

Su Yuan, hearing Zhao Ning say this, was also a little swayed and then spoke.

“Do you still remember what those badges looked like?”

“I remember!”

Zhao Ning replied with certainty.

“Then let’s look it up online!”

Su Yuan picked up his phone and went online to search for Federal Honor Badge styles. Soon, pictures of various badges popped up.

Zhao Ning looked at the pictures and immediately pointed to the Red Star Badge, saying.

“This one, our son’s box had this badge.”

“No way? Are you sure you saw it clearly?”

Su Yuan asked, dumbfounded.

“Absolutely clear, and there’s also this moon badge.”

Zhao Ning pointed again to the Silver Moon Badge displayed on the phone, saying.

“Ah? This one too? Wait, how many are there?”

Su Yuan asked somewhat flustered.

“There are many.”

Zhao Ning replied subconsciously.

“Phew~ Then it’s fine, we can confirm those are all souvenirs.”

“Why?”

“Wife, this kind of Silver Moon Badge requires killing an enemy general. Our son is only a Major, how could he possibly kill a general? And there are several of them, so they absolutely cannot be real; you’re overthinking it!”

Su Yuan replied with great certainty.

“That’s good then.”

Zhao Ning, after hearing Su Yuan’s words, immediately breathed a sigh of relief.

At this moment, inside the black hovercar driving at the very front.

Su Zhentian spoke very seriously.

“Su Ming, Major Su Rui, you two are the most promising young generation in our Su Family. In the future, you must support each other and absolutely not engage in internal strife!”

“Yes, Grandpa.”

Major Su Rui and Su Ming responded simultaneously.

“That’s right. When you have time, you two should communicate more.”

Su Zhentian continued.

“Okay, by the way, Su Ming, which corps are you serving in?”

Major Su Rui asked Su Ming curiously.

When Su Ming heard Major Su Rui’s words, his nerves immediately tensed up. What Currifa had worried about had indeed happened.

He thought for a moment and answered cautiously.

“I am serving in the Royal Order.”

As soon as Major Su Rui heard that Su Ming was serving in the Royal Order, he immediately asked excitedly.

“I am too! Which corps of the Royal Court Order are you in?”

Su Ming’s mouth twitched when he heard Major Su Rui’s words. It was really a case of what you worried about most happening. He decisively took the initiative and asked.

“Big Brother, you’re also in the Royal Court Order! What a coincidence, which corps are you in?”

“I am in the Seventh Army.”

Major Su Rui then replied.

“Oh, I’m in the First Legion.”

Su Ming saw the situation and decisively spoke.

“What, you’re in the First Legion?”

Su Zhentian looked at Su Ming with great surprise and said.

“Uh? Is there a problem?”

Su Ming’s expression stiffened, thinking to himself if he had said something wrong.

“No problem, I just didn’t expect you to be a Major in the First Legion. You know, the First Legion is very difficult to get into, after all, the ranking of this corps isn’t just for show. Our family basically serves in the Seventh Army, including Grandpa who used to be in the Seventh Army! But it’s not surprising that you can get into the First Legion, after all, you’ve reached the rank of Major at such a young age, the First Legion would definitely want you.”

Major Su Rui explained to Su Ming.

“Big Brother, you flatter me.”

Su Ming, after hearing Major Su Rui’s words, secretly breathed a sigh of relief. Fortunately, he hadn’t said anything wrong.

“Work hard in the First Legion, and your achievements in the future will definitely not be low!”

Su Zhentian said to Su Ming with great joy.

Although they were both Major positions, serving in different corps meant different levels of prestige.

And the officers of the First Legion definitely had the highest prestige; even a ceremonial position there was not to be underestimated.

“Okay.”

Su Ming forced a smile and replied.

Su Zhentian pondered for a moment, then said to the two.

“Major Su Rui, Su Ming, I’m going to give you some instructions now, you must listen carefully.”

“Okay, Grandpa, tell us!”

“When we arrive at the main family, you two follow me. Remember, pay special attention to your words and actions, and try to behave well!”

Su Zhentian instructed the two.

“Okay, but Grandpa, who exactly is our main family?”

Su Ming, seeing Su Zhentian so cautious, asked with considerable curiosity.

“Also the Su Family, but not Thunder Interstellar Heavy Industries Group, but Thunder God Interstellar Heavy Industries Group.”

Su Zhentian said to Su Ming.

“Thunder God? Our main family is Lei Shen Group?”

When Su Ming heard Su Zhentian’s words, his mind immediately buzzed.

He hadn’t expected his family to actually be related to Thunder God.

“That’s right, the current Patriarch of Lei Shen Group is my half-brother, and the Old Patriarch is your great-grandfather. As for your second and third uncles, they are my full brothers from the same mother. We broke off together and founded Thunder Interstellar Heavy Industries Group.”

Su Zhentian briefly explained the relationship.

“Grandpa, I heard that Thunder God Interstellar Heavy Industries is very powerful.”

Su Ming remembered Currifa and others mentioning it.

“It’s not just very powerful, it’s extremely powerful. Lei Shen Group is one of the Federal Government’s seven major arms dealers, primarily producing Fourth Generation Mecha-Thunder Control! It is also one of the founding families of the Holy Land · Saint Jocks Star.”

Major Su Rui then explained to Su Ming.

Su Ming’s mouth twitched slightly after hearing Su Zhentian’s words, and he was immediately speechless.

He had previously been in the sauna with Lieutenant General Feilong and others, criticizing capitalist giants and discussing how to eliminate these scourges.

It turned out he was one of them.

Although he was only a member of a branched-off family, he was still connected and a beneficiary of the same interests.

However, fortunately, Lei Shen Group had a good reputation in recent years and maintained a very close relationship with the Federation, being one of its staunch supporters.

“There are two purposes for this return: one is to ask the main family for some quotas, and the other is to ask your great-grandfather for two Fourth Generation Mecha-Thunder Control for you two.”

Su Zhentian sighed and said.

In fact, if it weren’t for the family’s development and the future of Major Su Rui and Su Ming, Su Zhentian would never have wanted to return to the main family in his life.

Even when his own career was hindered back then, he had never bowed his head.

But now he had thought it through. In recent years, Thunder Group had been in decline, and his sons had all become independent, wanting to strike out on their own. He didn’t have enough resources to give them.

Moreover, Su Ming and Major Su Rui had now risen to Major and would definitely have to fight on the front lines. It was absolutely impossible without a Four-Generation Mecha. Therefore, he could only set aside his pride and make this trip back.

“Grandpa! Are you going to request a Fourth Generation Mecha for us?”

Major Su Rui asked, very excited.

“That’s right, so you two must perform well. These two Fourth Generation Mechas will help you rise to prominence!”

Su Zhentian said in a deep voice.

Su Ming was also very surprised to hear this. He hadn’t expected his grandfather to request a Fourth Generation Mecha for them.

Su Ming had heard of the Fourth Generation Mecha-Thunder Control. This mecha was said to have excellent performance, much stronger than the Fourth Generation Mecha · Shadow Slayer.

“Grandpa, don’t worry, I definitely won’t let you down.”

Major Su Rui solemnly promised Su Zhentian.

Su Ming was a bit awkward. If he had received this news before, he would have been very happy.

But he didn’t lack a Fourth Generation Mecha now. Although the Slayer was damaged, the military would be responsible for repairing it, which would just take a little time.

However, Su Ming ultimately did not refuse. After all, this was his grandfather’s intention.

More than two hours later.

Inside Starlight City’s underground rapid tunnel, black hovercars sped by one after another.

Anko, the butler, respectfully said to Su Zhentian.

“Master, we’re almost there.”

“Good.”

Su Zhentian responded in a deep voice.

At this moment, the black hovercar exited the underground tunnel and entered the L1 District, and the view immediately opened up.

Su Ming was also shocked by the scene before him.

The L1 District was an area covered by a gigantic Dora Ball, spanning over twenty square kilometers. At its center was a raised hill, and on top of the hill sat a magnificent white castle.

The entire white castle was built from natural white crystal rock, with a hard and smooth texture. Towering spires seemed to pierce the sky, looking incredibly spectacular.

At this moment, under the brilliant sunlight, the large castle gave off a feeling of purity and nobility.

Below the castle was a vast plain, where various precious green plants were cultivated, including a towering tree over a hundred meters tall, covered in pink blossoms.

“Is all of this the main family’s?”

Su Ming exhaled slightly and asked.

“That’s right, the entire L1 District belongs to the main family.”

Su Zhentian replied in a deep voice.

“So rich.”

Su Ming said with some emotion.

Although it looked ancient and lacked a sense of technology, it was precisely because of its retro style that it was the most expensive.

However, he quickly felt relieved. The main family produced Fourth Generation Mechas, which couldn’t be measured by money at all. Money was probably just a string of numbers in their eyes.

In fact, manufacturing weapons was very profitable. Even the Third Generation Mecha · Chaser produced by Thunder Group was in high demand. What truly limited them were quotas and raw materials.

If there were no restrictions, they could open production lines freely and produce as much as they wanted, and Thunder Group would have long since become rich.

At this moment, Su Zhentian said nothing more, only gazing at the white castle with a complex expression.

A moment later, Su Ming and their convoy drove to the parking area outside the castle.

Various luxury cars were parked here.

Su Ming and the others stepped out of the car.

“Wow!”

Su Qiu and the others looked around, exclaiming in various sounds of surprise.

This was their first time visiting the main family; they had only heard their fathers mention it before.

“Let’s go!”

Su Zhentian walked towards the white castle with his hands behind his back, leading the group.

Along the way, Su Ming also turned his head to look around.

On the nearby lawns, some elite individuals in suits and ties, and politicians in administrative vests, were chatting and laughing about various matters.

Su Ming could barely hear a bit of their conversation, which was basically all about money and supplies.

Soon, Su Ming and the others arrived at the castle gate.

It was very lively here, with elegant men in splendid attire and noblewomen in dazzling long dresses adorned with expensive jewelry, greeting each other.

Su Zhentian turned to Su Yao and the others and said.

“Major Su Rui and Su Ming stay here. Su Yao, you lead the team to the reception hall and pay the customary gift money first.”

“Okay.”

Upon hearing this, Su Yao and the others immediately led the group away.

At this moment, a hearty voice came.

“Zhentian!”

Su Zhentian turned his head to look and saw an old man in a black suit, with a red nose and a receding hairline, walking over with a smile on his face.

“Second Brother.”

Su Zhentian greeted him with some surprise.

“Haha, you finally decided to come back. I haven’t seen you in at least several decades!”

Su Yiyang said with great delight.

“Indeed! So many years have passed in the blink of an eye.”

Su Zhentian also replied with some sadness.

“Alright, how old are you all? Still dwelling on those things. Let bygones be bygones.”

Su Yiyang said with a smile.

“Let’s not talk about that. Let me introduce you, these two are my grandsons, Major Su Rui and Su Ming! This is your Second Uncle · Su Yiyang, also the current Deputy Patriarch of the Su Family.”

Su Zhentian introduced them to Su Ming and Major Su Rui.

“Hello, Second Uncle.”

Su Ming and Major Su Rui respectfully greeted him.

Su Yiyang looked at Su Ming and Major Su Rui, his eyes also lighting up as he said.

“Not bad, two majors, and so young too.”

“That’s right!”

Su Zhentian replied proudly.

At this moment, a man in a colonel’s military uniform, with two red star badges on his chest, a handsome face, an imposing demeanor, and a side-swept fringe, walked over and spoke.

“Grandpa, Mr. Mainte from Altoka Group Interstellar Heavy Industries is here.”

“I know. Let me introduce you. This is your Seventh Uncle · Su Zhentian, and this is my eldest grandson · Su Ze.”

Su Yiyang introduced him to Su Ze.

“Hello, Seventh Uncle.”

Su Ze greeted him very politely.

Su Zhentian looked at Su Ze, his expression stiffening slightly, and then he said.

“Damn it, impressive! A colonel at such a young age!”

Although Su Ze was seven or eight years older than Major Su Rui, the difference between a colonel and a major was not insignificant.

“Haha, not bad.”

Su Yiyang replied with a chuckle.

“Brother Yiyang, so you’re here.”

At this moment, a kind voice came.

Su Ming turned his head to look and saw an elder holding a metal cane, wearing a gray custom suit, and a small round hat, walking over. Behind him followed a well-mannered man in a colonel’s military uniform, wearing black glasses.

“Mr. Mainte, you’ve come at the right time. Let me introduce you, this is my seventh brother · Su Zhentian!”

“Brother Zhentian, I’ve heard of you before, but this is the first time we’ve met.”

Mainte extended his hand warmly towards Su Zhentian.

“Me too.”

Su Zhentian shook hands with Mainte heartily.

At this moment, Su Yiyang immediately followed up with an introduction.

“This is Mr. Mainte’s eldest grandson · Goodman, truly a young hero! He is currently a colonel in the First Legion, very impressive.”

“Lord Su Yiyang, you flatter me.”

Goodman replied modestly.

“From the First Legion? Then isn’t he in the same legion as Su Ming?”

Major Su Rui was slightly stunned and said.

“You’re also from the First Legion?”

Goodman asked in great surprise.

Su Ming’s heart suddenly tightened. He didn’t know what to complain about. What he feared most had really come true.

He had encountered someone from the First Legion so quickly.

At this moment, everyone’s eyes were focused on Su Ming.

Su Ming could only force an awkward smile and reply.

“Yes, I am from the First Legion.”

Goodman looked Su Ming up and down, not recognizing him at all, then asked with great confusion.

“Are you from the frontline of the First Legion, or from the rear?”

Su Ming tried his best to remain calm and quickly analyzed. If he said he was guarding the Third Planet in the rear, he would most likely be exposed, as they would surely know the officers at the main base.

Thinking of this, Su Ming spoke.

“I am stationed in Wormhole Spacetime.”

Su Zhentian was also surprised to hear Su Ming’s words and said.

“You went to the front line?”

“Yes.”

Su Ming forced a smile and replied.

“What a coincidence, I’m also on the front line. But I haven’t seen you before. Whose subordinate are you? I’m acquainted with many generals, I can ask them to look out for you, since the front line is so dangerous.”

Colonel Goodman said very warmly.

Su Ming’s expression almost broke when he heard Goodman’s words. This was it!

“Don’t be shy, this is a rare opportunity.”

Su Yiyang said with a smile.

“That’s right, Su Ming, hurry up and say it.”

Major Su Rui also said in agreement.

Su Ming’s face showed a very awkward expression, his thoughts racing.

This was big trouble now; making things up definitely wouldn’t work.

Leaving aside everything else, if someone tried to impersonate a member of the Thirteenth Corps in front of him, he could recognize any random officer they named in a matter of minutes.

“Young man, what’s there to hesitate about? Speak boldly! We’re all family.”

Mainte said with a chuckle.

Just as Su Ming was in a dilemma, a sudden flash of inspiration struck him, and he coughed before saying.

“Actually, I’m from the Xiguang Laboratory on the front line!”

Su Ming remembered very clearly that when he was looking up information on the Xiguang Laboratory, he had seen related introductions.

Although the Xiguang Laboratory was affiliated with the Federal Supreme Scientific Research Institution, it also belonged to the Royal Court Order’s organizational structure.

Of course, this was only theoretically; in practice, the Xiguang Laboratory was already an independent entity.

“Xiguang Laboratory?”

Goodman was instantly dumbfounded.

Su Zhentian and the others were also stunned, looking at Su Ming one after another, asking in disbelief.

“You work at the Xiguang Laboratory?”

“Yes, I’m not lying to you, this is my access card.”

Seeing everyone’s strong reaction, Su Ming could only bite the bullet, take out his wallet, and pull out the access card from it.

Goodman’s expression instantly changed when he saw the access card, and he said.

“It’s really an access card for the Xiguang Laboratory!”

Su Yiyang exclaimed in surprise.

“Su Zhentian, you truly are capable, to have sent your grandson into the Xiguang Laboratory!”

“That’s right, incredibly impressive! We all wanted to arrange people to get in, but the Xiguang Laboratory is too strict and doesn’t give anyone face.”

Mainte said with great emotion.

Su Zhentian and Major Su Rui both didn’t know what to say.

They truly hadn’t expected Su Ming to be from the Xiguang Laboratory.

“Actually, I’m just in charge of security at the Xiguang Laboratory. I don’t have much ability.”

Su Ming explained awkwardly.

“Not bad, so humble. You’ll definitely achieve great things in the future!”

Mainte praised him with a smile on his face.

At this moment, Su Ze looked at Su Ming and also had the idea of winning him over, so he immediately said to his grandfather.

“Grandpa, how about you all chat here, and I’ll take my cousin Su Ming and them to meet my friends?”

Su Yiyang nodded and said.

“Alright, you younger generation will have more to talk about!”

Su Zhentian naturally had no objections. He said to Su Ming and Major Su Rui.

“Go!”

“Okay!”

Su Ming and Major Su Rui nodded in response.