Chapter 486: Choice

At this moment, the subordinate standing behind Foluoke walked towards Su Ming with unfriendly eyes.

Su Ming’s brows furrowed instantly, and he instinctively took a step back, his muscles tensing up.

He hadn’t expected this guy to expose his disguise; he was in trouble now!

“Do you think you can hide? Get him!”

Foluoke sneered when he saw Su Ming retreating.

At this moment, something unexpected happened: Dikufa and the others walked in front of Su Ming, blocking Foluoke’s subordinate.

Su Ming was also stunned as he looked at Dikufa and the others blocking him.

“What do you mean?”

Foluoke asked, his face extremely grim.

“Enough, Foluoke, don’t you think you’re going too far?”

Emka In looked coldly at Foluoke and said.

“Yes, this is simply bullying! Who gave you the right to remove our people’s cloaks and coverings? You are blaspheming our faith!”

Dikufa and the others also replied angrily.

In fact, among the believers of the Divine Lord, many are ascetics who have their own beliefs. They temper their will in various ways, and many of them cover their appearance to maintain a pure heart and few desires!

Some of these people even live their entire lives without showing their true faces. Foluoke, without any evidence and clearly in the wrong, immediately demanded to strip their people. This was clearly an insult to them and a blasphemy of their faith.

However, Foluoke didn’t see it that way. His son had been beaten so badly, and these guys not only protected him in every way but now wouldn’t even let him remove a covering cloak. It was as if they didn’t respect him at all.

“Fine, you’re all so tough. Not only am I stripping him today, but I’m also taking him with me.”

Foluoke said, trembling with anger.

“You can try!”

Dikufa and the others retorted, meeting his challenge.

Immediately, the atmosphere became tense, with both sides staring intensely at each other, looking as if they were about to fight.

At this moment, Corona Ann rushed over with An Ruoxue.

Corona Ann’s heart sank when he saw the two groups on the verge of fighting, and he immediately spoke.

“Lord Emka In, Foluoke, what happened?”

“Corona Ann, you’ve come just in time. Look at what the Theological Corps did to my son.”

Foluoke accused Corona Ann.

“How could this happen?”

Corona Ann glanced at Comlifu and was very surprised to see him beaten so badly.

“Uncle Corona Ann, you must do something for me. This guy was acting suspiciously, and I was just worried he might be a problem, so I went to ask him a question, but he attacked me viciously and beat me like this.”

Comlifu pointed at Su Ming and accused him.

Corona Ann turned his head and saw that Su Ming was the one causing trouble, and his expression immediately became very grim.

An Ruoxue was also startled, not expecting this matter to involve Su Ming.

At this moment, Emka In spoke with displeasure.

“The Divine Lord said that every effect has a cause. Foluoke, you know why your son was beaten. My people were just defending themselves.”

“Are you saying I’m being biased and unreasonable? Then I’ll be biased today. Are you going to protect him to the end?”

Foluoke threatened fiercely.

“We, the Theological Corps, don’t stir up trouble, but we’re not afraid of it either!”

Emka In replied coldly.

Seeing that the two groups were about to erupt into a fierce conflict, Corona Ann immediately stepped forward and stood in the middle, trying to mediate.

“Both of you, calm down. We are all on the same side. Don’t let this matter cause unpleasantness. Let’s both take a step back on this.”

“How can we step back? They clearly have no intention of resolving this properly.”

Foluoke said angrily.

Corona Ann’s expression changed several times, then he said to Foluoke.

“Foluoke, I heard that the training is about to end. When that happens, let him leave the Holy Shadow Fortress, and you won’t meet him again. Give me some face, and let’s just drop this matter. Take Comlifu back to rest first.”

“Hmph!”

Foluoke snorted coldly and left directly with Comlifu, filled with anger.

Seeing Foluoke leave in a huff, Corona Ann took a deep breath, suppressed the irritation in his heart, and said to Emka In.

“Lord Emka In, I am truly sorry. Foluoke is just overly protective of his son. Please don’t take it to heart.”

“Lord Corona Ann, we cooperate with you because we share common enemies and ideals. However, we also hope that you respect us. I don’t want to say anything more about today’s incident.”

Although Emka In didn’t lose his temper, he was still very angry.

“Yes, this was all a misunderstanding.”

Corona Ann tried his best to appease him.

“I hope this is the last time.”

Emka In didn’t say much more and turned to leave with his people.

Only Su Ming, An Ruoxue, and Corona Ann remained at the scene.

At this moment, Corona Ann’s face turned ashen, and his expression was extremely grim.

An Ruoxue immediately said to Corona Ann.

“Father, Xiao Su must have been wronged. I know him best; he’s not that kind of person.”

“Shut up!”

Corona Ann said coldly to An Ruoxue.

An Ruoxue was also startled, not expecting her father to be so angry and even yell at her, which had never happened before.

“I don’t care who you are, leave immediately after the training ends!”

After warning Su Ming, Corona Ann angrily flicked his sleeve and left.

An Ruoxue apologized to Su Ming with great regret.

“I’m sorry, Su Ming. My father isn’t usually like this. I hope you don’t take it to heart.”

“It’s fine.”

Su Ming didn’t take it to heart either.

“Okay, then I’ll go first.”

An Ruoxue quickly said to Su Ming.

“Mm.”

Su Ming nodded.

An Ruoxue quickly turned and chased after Corona Ann.

At this moment, Vickent and Jeva ran over, panting. They breathed a sigh of relief when they saw that Su Ming was fine.

“Lord, are you alright? We heard you got into a fight.”

“I’m fine. Let’s go!”

Su Ming said to Vickent and Jeva.

“Okay.”

Vickent and the other man then followed Su Ming and left.

At this time, An Ruoxue caught up with Corona Ann, grabbed his arm, and said coquettishly.

“Father, please don’t be angry. This really wasn’t Xiao Su’s fault. It was clearly Comlifu looking for trouble.”

Corona Ann stopped, his face full of anger, and said to An Ruoxue.

“Ruoxue, I don’t care who is right or wrong. I’m just too disappointed in you. It’s one thing if you can’t help, but your people even caused trouble! You need to know that we are at a critical moment for the restoration of our kingdom. Whether it’s Emka In or Foluoke, no one can have problems. We only have one chance, and we can’t do without anyone!”

“I’m sorry, Father.”

An Ruoxue’s expression dimmed as she apologized upon hearing this.

Corona Ann took a deep breath, calmed himself, and said to An Ruoxue with a complex expression.

“Ruoxue, we were born into royalty, destined to be different from ordinary people. We bear heavy responsibilities. Sometimes, even if you don’t like it, you can only silently endure. I hope you can understand my intentions and grow up soon.”

“I understand, Father.”

An Ruoxue replied, her eyes slightly red.

Corona Ann saw that An Ruoxue’s eyes were a bit red, so he didn’t say anything more, just patted her shoulder gently.

On the other side, Su Ming and Vickent returned to District D1. As they walked towards their room, they saw Dikufa and the others standing at the entrance.

“Lord Dikufa.”

Su Ming and the two others greeted him respectfully.

Dikufa nodded slightly and asked with a serious expression.

“Xiao Su, I’d like to ask why Comlifu bothered you. Of course, you don’t need to be nervous; we just want to know the reason.”

“Lord Dikufa, it’s like this: when I was studying, I accidentally met Miss An Ruoxue and we chatted for a bit. Comlifu saw me talking happily with Miss An Ruoxue, became resentful, and blocked me.”

Su Ming simply explained to Dikufa.

“Lord Dikufa, this can’t be blamed on Xiao Su. Those people are truly bullying us too much.”

Vickent said angrily upon hearing this.

“We know about this, but now is not the time to fall out with them. After all, we still need to cooperate to overthrow Van Lo’s tyranny and rescue the suffering people. Therefore, you will have to endure a little.”

Dikufa and the others’ expressions were very grim after listening to Su Ming. In fact, they could all see that these Old King Army people looked down on them, but they could only offer comfort.

“Mm.”

Su Ming nodded in response.

“Alright, go back and rest well.”

Dikufa finished speaking and left with his people.

Several days later, in the training room.

Instructor Carrie said to everyone present.

“Everyone, our special training course has concluded. Everyone has performed exceptionally well during this period. I am honored to have been your instructor.”

“Thank you, Instructor!”

Everyone in the classroom replied gratefully.

“Finally, I wish you all great success in the future. Class dismissed!”

Carrie bowed to everyone.

Clap clap!

Warm applause erupted in the room.

Instructor Carrie turned and left the classroom.

Everyone in the classroom also got up and left together.

“Lord, our special training is over. Are we going back now?”

Vickent asked as he and Su Ming walked out.

“Mm.”

Su Ming nodded in response.

As they left the classroom and walked towards District D1, they saw An Ruoxue waiting not far ahead.

Su Ming paused slightly, then said to Vickent and the other man.

“You two go back and tidy up first.”

“Okay!”

Vickent and the other man wisely left.

At this moment, An Ruoxue walked up to Su Ming with her hands behind her back, revealing a brilliant smile, and said.

“Can we talk over there?”

“Mm.”

Su Ming was slightly startled, then nodded in agreement.

The two then walked together towards a nearby observation deck. Su Ming was somewhat silent along the way, unsure what to say.

Soon, the two arrived at the observation deck. The vast universe came into view, and the brilliant stars were dazzling and beautiful.

Su Ming broke the silence and said.

“Sorry, I caused you trouble.”

“If we’re talking about trouble, then the one who should truly apologize is me. After all, because of my willfulness, I caused you quite a bit of trouble.”

An Ruoxue replied with a smile.

“It’s fine. Friends are meant to be troubled.”

Su Ming replied frankly.

An Ruoxue turned to look at Su Ming and said, feigning ease.

“You’re leaving soon, aren’t you?”

“Mm, I’ll be taking a spaceship later to return to Kamote Planet.”

Su Ming nodded slightly in response.

“Be careful.”

An Ruoxue’s face showed a hint of reluctance when she heard Su Ming’s words, but she still said, feigning ease.

In fact, An Ruoxue really wanted to keep Su Ming, but things had already reached this point, and he couldn’t stay here any longer; it would also be dangerous.

“You too.”

Su Ming replied calmly.

An Ruoxue smiled sweetly and said to Su Ming.

“This is our farewell, then. But before you go, I have a gift for you!”

“A gift?”

Su Ming looked at An Ruoxue with some surprise.

“See if you like it?”

An Ruoxue took out an unassuming box and handed it to Su Ming, saying playfully.

“This…”

Su Ming opened the box and was stunned to see a white ring lying inside, feeling somewhat at a loss.

Accepting this gift felt wrong, but not accepting it also felt wrong.

An Ruoxue looked at Su Ming’s conflicted expression and chuckled, then explained.

“Alright, no more joking with you. This is a token.”

“Token?”

“Yes, you need to remember what I’m about to say!”

“Understood.”

Su Ming replied seriously.

“Originally, I wanted to find a way to send you away after the matter was concluded. However, looking at the current situation, that’s no longer realistic. So, take this token and find Dikufa of the Theological Corps; he will arrange for your departure.”

“Dikufa? Is he your subordinate?”

“You don’t need to worry about that. As long as he sees the token, he’ll arrange everything. But remember one thing: you must wait for the right opportunity to find him.”

“What is the right opportunity?”

“When we go to war with the Divine Emperor, all of the Apocalypse Divine Kingdom’s attention will be drawn to us. At that time, you’ll have a chance to leave. Remember my words, that is your only chance to leave the Apocalypse Divine Kingdom and return to the Federation. Don’t miss it.”

An Ruoxue said very earnestly.

“Okay.”

Su Ming nodded, a hint of silence about him.

“Alright, I won’t say anything more. We’ll part ways here. I look forward to seeing you again in the near future!”

An Ruoxue bid farewell to Su Ming with a radiant smile.

“We definitely will.”

Su Ming nodded heavily.

“Goodbye!”

After An Ruoxue finished speaking to Su Ming, she turned and walked down the observation deck, departing.

Su Ming watched An Ruoxue’s retreating figure and sighed softly. With this farewell, he didn’t know when they would meet again next time, or perhaps never again.

Several hours later.

The Level 4 Battleship, Faith, slowly detached from the fortress and departed towards the distant starry sky.

On the observation deck.

An Ruoxue stood with her hands behind her back, watching the Faith fly into the distance. Her nose stung slightly, and a tear traced a path down her cheek.

—

The next day.

The Faith returned to Kamote Planet, landing at the Interstellar Airport of Katni Base City.

Inside the hangar.

Dikufa looked at Su Ming and the others, speaking with a serious expression.

“Everyone, our time is pressing. After you return, you must seize the time to train your subordinates. This operation is critically important; countless suffering compatriots are awaiting our liberation!”

“Yes!”

Vickent and the others replied spiritedly.

“Go!”

Dikufa said solemnly.

Su Ming and the others walked towards their mechas.

They boarded their mechas one by one, then piloted them to leave the Faith.

Soon after, at the Katni city center castle.

Three mechas descended from the sky, landing on their designated parking spots.

Click!

The cockpits opened.

The three of them floated down.

At this moment, Udun and the others rushed over, overjoyed.

“Sir, you’re finally back!”

“How is the situation in the city during our absence?”

Su Ming asked with a smile.

“It’s very good. The Theological Corps even specially dispatched personnel to deliver supplies. Now we’ve already organized personnel for mining and production.”

Udun briefly explained the situation to Su Ming.

“Good. Call all core personnel to the main hall; we’ll have a meeting!”

Su Ming instructed Udun.

“Yes.”

Udun quickly responded.

Soon after, Udun and all the others gathered in the main hall. Su Ming walked to the throne and sat down.

Everyone present looked towards Su Ming.

Su Ming spoke earnestly and seriously.

“I’ll briefly explain the situation to everyone. We are now the Thirty-Second Squadron under the Seventh Regiment of the Theological Corps. Currently, the Theological Corps is cooperating with the Old King Army, preparing to jointly resist and overthrow Divine Emperor Van Lo. There will be a fierce battle ahead, which will be very dangerous. I want to know what everyone thinks? Do you want to protect yourselves, or do you want to pursue your ideals and resist?”

After listening to Su Ming’s words, Udun and the others began to discuss.

Su Ming sat on the throne, quietly waiting as the crowd discussed.

Soon, Udun and the others reached a conclusion. Vickent, as their representative, stepped forward and said to Su Ming,

“Sir, although we are insignificant commoners and we fear death, we are also the most devout followers of the Divine Lord. For the glory of the Divine Lord to once again illuminate the land, we will never retreat.”

“Yes, we are not afraid of danger and are willing to contribute our strength!”

Udun and the others replied with firm eyes.

Seeing this scene, Su Ming was also a little moved. Faith, seemingly ethereal, can sometimes be harder than steel.

He spoke calmly.

“I understand. Vickent, train everyone with full effort according to the special training manual.”

“Yes!”

Vickent and the others nodded in response.

Seven days later.

Katni Underground City.

Su Ming led Celes out of the passage, returning to the residential area.

The entire residential area was not deserted because of the base city’s liberation; instead, it was very lively.

Carts of ore were being transported out of various mines, and everyone was working hard.

“Brothers, faster! After this trip, we can rest and eat.”

“Alright!”

Although it was labor, the faces of the people were beaming with bright smiles.

They no longer had to endure oppression. Most of the profits from the ore production, after maintaining equipment, would be used to purchase food and distribute it to everyone.

They received dozens of times more food than before, would no longer starve to death, and didn’t have to live in fear.

“Sir!”

At this moment, soldiers along the way saw Su Ming and respectfully greeted him.

“Hmm, you’ve worked hard.”

Su Ming kindly said to everyone.

“It’s no hardship, Sir. You are the one who works the hardest.”

The soldier in front of him was so excited that he was a little incoherent.

Su Ming nodded slightly and walked towards the abandoned warehouse.

Soon, he arrived inside the warehouse, where a black fleshy orb sat quietly.

However, compared to before, the entire black fleshy orb had shrunk.

At this moment, Celes floated out of Su Ming’s pocket and called out to the black fleshy orb.

“Ilyinas!”

But Celes called for a long time without any response.

Su Ming stood quietly in place, waiting for a long time, and finally said to Celes,

“It seems she hasn’t woken up yet. Let’s go!”

“Su Ming, do you think Ilyinas will sleep for a few years?”

“I’m not sure, but for a creature like Kirami, sleeping for a few years seems quite normal.”

“Then how do we take it with us when we leave?”

Celes asked with a worried expression.

“We’ll figure it out then.”

Su Ming replied calmly.

“Okay.”

Celes nodded.

Evening · Inside Katni Castle.

Vickent, piloting his Third Generation Mecha, Light Wing, personally instructed his subordinates on various combat techniques he had learned.

Udun and the others piloted their mechas, practicing according to Vickent’s instructions.

“Slash!”

The setting sun’s afterglow shone on the towering city walls.

Su Ming sat on the edge of the city wall, holding a bottle of red wine, watching his subordinates training with great enthusiasm, occasionally taking a sip.

“Go?”

“Or not go?”

Su Ming muttered to himself, somewhat melancholic.

Even though he now had a chance to leave, he was somewhat hesitant.

For a moment, Su Ming felt lost.

Just then, Jeva rushed over, calling out,

“Sir!”

“What is it?”

Su Ming turned to look at Jeva, asking calmly.

“We just received an order from Sir Dikufa. He wants us to prepare the troops and head to Kamote Interstellar Airport to board the Faith and go to outer space for combat training!”

“I understand. Assemble all participating personnel.”

“Okay!”

Upon receiving the reply, Jeva immediately turned and left.

At this moment, Celes’s voice rang in Su Ming’s ear.

“Su Ming, are you really letting them participate in the battle? If they go, they might all die there.”

“This is their choice and their faith, and honestly, they don’t have many options. Although not participating in the battle might allow them to survive for a while, once the Apocalypse Divine Kingdom defeats the Old King Army and the Theological Corps, they will begin a bloody purge of those who resisted. At that time, it’s either return to those dark, sunless days, or face death.”

Su Ming replied calmly.

“Sigh, you’re right.”

Celes sighed and said no more.

A moment later, Vickent and the others had all piloted their mechas into neat formation.

Su Ming walked from a distance to stand before everyone, sweeping his gaze over them all.

The total number of participants was 202, including 2 Third Generation Mechas, Light Wing, 10 Second Generation Mechas, Light Guard, and 1 Iron Disciple.

In terms of military strength, their squadron was not weak; their power was quite considerable.

Vickent said to Su Ming,

“Sir, everyone is here!”

“Depart!”

After Su Ming gave the order, he walked towards the Light Guard mecha.

Once Su Ming boarded his mecha, Vickent led the team and flew towards Kamote Interstellar Airport.

Soon, Su Ming and the others arrived outside Kamote Interstellar Airport, where they witnessed a truly astonishing sight.

Groups of mechas were converging from all directions.

Although these mechas looked old and were mostly first-generation models, they gave a profound sense of awe.

Su Ming, seeing this, also felt a sense of reverence.

These people knew it was a one-way road, yet they still embarked on it without hesitation.

—

One month later.

Inside the Holy Shadow Fortress’s small conference room.

Corona Ann, Foluoke, Misake, and others were gathered, discussing matters.

Bang ~

At this moment, the conference room door was pushed open.

Corona Ann and the others frowned, turning their heads to look.

A messenger officer shouted excitedly,

“Sir Corona Ann, urgent military intelligence!”

Corona Ann’s expression shifted, and he immediately said to the messenger officer,

“Speak quickly.”

“The Federation’s forces advanced in full force yesterday. Edrig had no choice but to engage in battle, and the two sides are now fighting.”

The messenger officer reported excitedly.

“Good, excellent!”

Corona Ann said, overjoyed by the news.

Foluoke and Misake were also delighted, saying to Corona Ann,

“Sir Corona Ann, our chance has come. The Apocalypse Divine Kingdom’s forces are fighting the Federation; at this critical juncture, they can’t withdraw even if they want to!”

“That’s right, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. We’ve finally waited for this day.”

Corona Ann nodded in agreement.

“So, shall we begin our operation?”

Misake asked with a chuckle.

“Yes, I will immediately notify Emka In to gather the troops. We will hold an operational meeting and then act immediately. This time, we must capture our strategic objective and severely cripple Divine Emperor Van Lo!”

Corona Ann said decisively.

“Good!”

Misake and the other two immediately responded.

Outside the Level 4 Battleship, Faith, in outer space.

Su Ming was piloting his mecha, training Jeva and the others. All First Generation Mecha, Iron Disciple, had been modified with jet wings. Although their performance couldn’t compare to Second Generation Mecha, they could at least barely adapt to space combat.

At the same time, the Theological Corps uniformly issued GKS-02 type beam rifles. With the enhancement of this weapon, the Iron Disciple mecha’s long-range attack power greatly caught up to that of the Second Generation Mecha.

“When fighting in space, you must learn teamwork. We normally operate in groups of 5. When you’re fighting, you must constantly pay attention to your teammates’ positions and provide fire support at any time.”

Su Ming instructed Vickent and the others.

“Understood!”

Vickent and the others replied with admiration.

During this period, Su Ming had given everyone intensive training, and their individual strengths had advanced by leaps and bounds. But precisely because of this, they could more personally experience how terrifying Su Ming was.

At this moment, Dikufa’s voice sounded in the public communication channel.

“I am Commander Dikufa. Everyone, immediately end your training and return to the ship’s hangar in an orderly fashion.”

“Sir, what time is it? Why are we ending training already?”

Vickent and the others asked Su Ming, puzzled.

“I’m not sure, something must have come up. Let’s head back to the hangar first.”

Su Ming replied in a deep voice.

“Alright!”

Vickent and the others all piloted their mechas towards the ship.

A moment later.

Su Ming and the others all returned to the hangar.

Click!

Everyone opened their cockpits and disembarked, then gathered and lined up.

At this moment, Dikufa, piloting his Four-Generation Mecha, Light Shadow, walked in front of everyone and said to them,

“Everyone, our chance has come!”

When Su Ming heard these words, his heart skipped a beat. It was finally about to begin.

“Commander, do you mean we are officially going to war with Emperor Van Lo?”

Kabaier and the others asked excitedly.

“That’s right, the time is ripe. We will now assemble our forces and head to Holy Shadow Fortress to gather. Are you afraid?”

Dikufa said to the crowd.

“No!”

Not only were Kabaier and the others not afraid, but they all shouted with excitement.

They had been waiting for this moment for a long time.

“Very good. The ship will now return to the Interstellar Airport. I will give you one last day to rest and say your goodbyes.”

Dikufa announced in a deep voice.

“Yes!”

Everyone replied excitedly.

Su Ming looked at the cheering crowd, his expression growing more silent.

“Dismissed!”

After Dikufa finished his announcement, he piloted his mecha towards the parking bay.

Su Ming’s expression changed for a moment, then he followed him.

Soon, Dikufa parked his mecha, opened the cockpit, and floated down.

At this moment, Su Ming walked forward and spoke.

“Commander Dikufa.”

Dikufa saw Su Ming coming to find him and asked, his eyes slightly moving.

“Little Su, what is it?”

“Commander Dikufa, it’s not convenient to talk here. Could we go somewhere else?”

Su Ming turned his head and looked around, saying cautiously.

“Alright!”

Dikufa and Su Ming walked towards a corner.

Once the two arrived at the corner, Dikufa gazed at Su Ming and asked,

“You can speak now, right?”

Su Ming took out a box from his pocket, opened it, and took out the ring inside.

“It really is you.”

Dikufa said, his expression slightly changing after seeing the ring.

“Commander Dikufa, Miss An Ruoxue said that when you see the ring, you will arrange everything.”

Su Ming replied calmly.

Dikufa’s expression changed for a moment, then he said to Su Ming,

“Prepare yourself. Tomorrow, we will depart for Holy Shadow Fortress to attend a combat meeting. Follow me then, and I will arrange for someone to take you away.”

“Alright.”

Su Ming nodded.

“If there’s nothing else, I’ll be going.”

“Wait.”

“Is there anything else?”

“Lord Dikufa, can I bring some of my belongings?”

“Alright.”

Dikufa frowned, not expecting this guy to want to transport things at such a crucial moment, but he eventually agreed.

“Thank you.”

Su Ming replied politely.

Soon after, the Level 4 Battleship, Faith, landed at the Interstellar Airport.

The Theological Corps’s logistics personnel began to provide comprehensive supplies to the Faith, with boxes of fuel and ammunition being loaded onto the ship.

Su Ming and the others piloted their mechas away, and soon they returned to Katni Base City.

“Vickent, you all go arrange matters for after we leave and say goodbye to everyone.”

“Understood!”

Vickent and the others replied in a deep voice.

They knew very well that this expedition might mean they wouldn’t return, so they needed to make the worst-case preparations and arrange for people to look after their homes.

“Jeva, you come with me.”

Su Ming then said to Jeva.

“Alright!”

Jeva immediately nodded in response.

Su Ming piloted his mecha, taking Jeva back to the underground city, to that abandoned warehouse.

“Sir, what are we doing here?”

Jeva asked nervously.

“Jeva, go find some people and bring some large steel plates. I want to weld a container.”

Su Ming said in a deep voice.

“Okay!”

Jeva immediately responded.

At this moment, Celes floated out and excitedly said to Su Ming,

“Su Ming, we’re finally going home.”

“Mm.”

Su Ming replied calmly.

“Su Ming, why do you seem not very happy?”

Celes suddenly noticed that Su Ming wasn’t in high spirits and asked, puzzled.

“No.”

“Are you worried about something going wrong on the way? Well, that’s true, it’s not a success until we truly return to the Federation, so we shouldn’t celebrate too early. Su Ming, do you think we might die on the way?”

“Don’t scare yourself. With me here, nothing will happen.”

Su Ming replied helplessly.

“Alright.”

Celes replied happily.

The next day.

Su Ming and the others piloted their mechas, transporting a large container towards the Faith.

“Sir, can this box be loaded onto the ship?”

Jeva asked somewhat worriedly in the private communication channel.

“You don’t have to worry about that; I have my own arrangements!”

Su Ming replied calmly.

“Alright!”

Jeva and the others nodded.

Soon, they returned to the Interstellar Airport, and then saw various returning teams bringing back all sorts of weapons, which they were loading onto the ships.

No one knew what this war would be like or how long it would last, so everyone tried to bring as many weapons as possible.

Therefore, Su Ming and the others easily loaded the container.

Once everyone had returned, the Level 4 Battleship, Faith, officially set sail.

“Goodbye!”

“You must come back alive!”

On the ground of the Interstellar Airport, many Theological Corps personnel desperately waved at the departing Faith.

This ship not only carried their hopes, but all the personnel on board were their relatives.

Seven hours later.

The Level 4 Battleship emerged from Subspace and flew towards Holy Shadow Fortress.

Su Ming and the others stood on the observation deck, looking at the starry sky ahead, and they immediately saw a truly astonishing sight.

Around Holy Shadow Fortress, giant battleships floated in the starry sky, including Level 5 Carriers and Level 5 Battleships.

“Wow, what big ships.”

“This is my first time seeing such huge ships. What level of ship is that? Could it be the legendary Star Destroyer?”

“Possibly.”

Vickent and the others discussed excitedly.

Su Ming looked at Vickent and the others so excited, his mood becoming more and more complex. He didn’t know how to tell Vickent and the others that he was leaving.

To be honest, he didn’t really want to leave at this critical juncture, but if he didn’t leave this time, he might never get the chance to leave.

At this moment, the broadcast sounded.

“Comrades, the ship has docked at Holy Shadow Fortress. All captains and vice-captains, please proceed to the conference room for a meeting. The rest of the personnel are to remain on the ship and not wander around.”

After hearing the broadcast, Vickent and the others turned to Su Ming and said,

“Sir, it seems like it’s about to begin.”

“Mm, you all go to the fortress for the meeting in a bit.”

Su Ming instructed Vickent in a deep voice.

“Okay.”

Vickent nodded, and they immediately walked towards the exit.

At this moment, Su Ming saw Dikufa waiting for him in the distance, so he walked over.

“Follow me.”

Dikufa said in a low voice.

Su Ming silently followed Dikufa away.

Soon after, Dikufa led Su Ming to a warehouse.

Inside the warehouse, a Light Wing mecha and a huge container were parked.

Dikufa said to Su Ming with a serious expression,

“You stay here. Later, a small ship will approach, and someone will come to pick you up. Follow him onto the ship, and the ship will take you to the Apocalypse Divine Kingdom border. Once there, transfer to a transport ship, which will take you to Shabask Kingdom. Once you reach Shabask Kingdom, I don’t need to say more about the rest, do I?”

“Mm.”

“Remember one thing: once you’re on the ship, don’t say anything and don’t get into conflicts with anyone. You only have one chance. If you can’t leave this time, you won’t have another chance.”

Dikufa instructed Su Ming.

“Alright.”

Su Ming nodded.

After Dikufa finished his instructions, he turned and left.

Inside the Holy Shadow Fortress conference room.

A large number of people sat in their seats, each with an excited expression on their face.

“It’s finally time to act.”

“After holding back for so long, this day has finally arrived.”

At this moment, Corona Ann was having a final discussion with Foluoke, Emka In, and Misake, discussing some operational details.

An Ruoxue stood quietly behind Corona Ann, occasionally looking towards the main entrance of the conference room.

At this moment, she saw Dikufa leading a group of people in.

An Ruoxue’s heart immediately tightened. Soon, she found Vickent and Jeva among the accompanying personnel, but she did not see Su Ming.

Seeing this, An Ruoxue lowered her head with a dejected expression. Although she had known the outcome for a long time, when she actually saw it, she felt an inexplicable sense of loss and reluctance.

At this moment, after Corona Ann finished talking with Foluoke and the others, he noticed that An Ruoxue’s mood was a bit off, so he asked with concern,

“Ruoxue, what’s wrong? Are you feeling unwell somewhere?”

“No.”

An Ruoxue forced a smile and replied.

“That’s good. The combat meeting is about to begin. Please double-check the materials to be projected.”

Corona Ann nodded and replied.

“Okay.”

An Ruoxue nodded.

Several hours later.

The combat meeting ended, and An Ruoxue walked wearily towards her room.

As she approached, she saw a familiar figure leaning by the door of the room. This figure was none other than Su Ming.

“Su Ming!”

An Ruoxue’s azure eyes immediately lit up, and she pounced towards Su Ming.

Su Ming directly reached out and stopped An Ruoxue as she pounced, a faint smile on his face, and he teased,

“Stop, don’t try to take advantage of me.”

An Ruoxue burst into laughter when she heard Su Ming’s words, then replied,

“Okay, I won’t take advantage of you. But shouldn’t you have left already? Why are you here?”

“Well, I was thinking that someone might need my help, so I didn’t leave.”

Su Ming replied with a chuckle.

“Really?”

An Ruoxue said, very happy to hear Su Ming’s words.

“Of course, it’s true.”

Su Ming nodded in response.

“I’m truly touched, but I have nothing to repay you with. How about I make a sacrifice and offer myself to you?”

An Ruoxue replied playfully.

“Hold on, you can’t be so ungrateful!”

Su Ming replied with a wry smile.

“Alright, I’m not joking anymore. This isn’t a good place to talk. Let’s go into the room first!”

An Ruoxue reached out and opened the door, saying.

“Alright!”

Su Ming followed An Ruoxue into the room.