Chapter 376: crown of silence (Six-in-One)

At this moment, the surrounding fleets flew towards four different space stations outside the Worlds Eye.

Since there was no Interstellar Airport inside the ring-shaped Worlds Eye, all ships could only dock at the external space stations.

The construction of these external space stations was also very unique, like a spider web, spread out in space.

Just then, the Star Destroyer Leiji drove over and directly latched onto it.

Commander Alec De saw this, turned around, and said to everyone,

“Let’s go to the hangar!”

“Yes!”

General Titanter and the others replied in unison.

Everyone followed Commander Alec De towards the hangar.

A moment later, the metal door of Hangar No. 1’s mobile platform slowly opened.

Commander Alec De led everyone out, and instantly, a boundless gigantic hangar came into view.

On the left side, Tier 4 Mecha · Shadow Slayer, Fourth Generation Mecha-Thunder Control, and Tier 4 Mecha · Blazing Flame were neatly arranged.

The right side housed hideous and ugly 4th Generation Biological Mecha, including red scale, Blue Yama, and others.

These Biological Mecha were all uniformly equipped with flight modules.

Commander Alec De led Su Ming and the others forward.

The officers waiting below the numerous Mecha all saluted with a solemn expression.

When Su Ming and the others walked a certain distance, they saw high-end custom Mecha parked in the left area, with his Slaughter Blade parked in front.

The right area was home to high-end custom Fourth Generation Biological Mecha such as Tyrant Apostle and Red Oni.

Commander Alec De continued to lead the team forward.

At this moment, a Pseudo V-generation Mecha – Black Calamity Apostle came into view, standing forty-five meters tall, glowing with a black-gold luster, with two pairs of vector auxiliary devices embedded on both sides of its waist, three pairs of black-gold Light Wing embedded on its back, and a pair of black-gold metal claws, two black-gold Plasma Lightsaber hanging on its legs, and three red moons, five black moons, nine red stars, and eleven black stars painted on its shoulders.

This Pseudo V-generation Mecha was General Titanter’s Mecha, and to the right of the Mecha, a humanoid Biological Mecha was situated.

The entire Biological Mecha was fifty meters tall, with a hideous monster head encased in dark red metal armor, two ferocious dim eyes tightly closed, a mouth baring rows of sharp teeth, drooping hands like devil claws, a Plasma Lightsaber embedded at its waist, three pairs of dark red Light Wing embedded on its back, and four red moons, three black moons, ten red stars, and twelve black stars painted on its shoulders, the Pseudo V-generation Biological Mecha – Exile.

This Pseudo V-generation Biological Mecha was General Sanida’s exclusive Mecha.

As they continued to walk forward, two Mecha exuding a terrifying aura of death came into view.

On the left was a fifty-meter tall, ferocious metal tyrannosaurus head, with its entire body constructed from dark gold armor, covered in special mysterious patterns, dark red metal dragon claws, two black blades with twisted patterns hanging at its waist, four pairs of dark gold wings embedded on its back, and two red suns, one black sun, ten red moons, twenty black moons, and numerous stars painted on its shoulders, the V Generation Mecha – Dragon Destroyer.

On the right was a fifty-meter tall Mecha, with two scarlet eyes embedded in its head, its entire body constructed from blood-red metal armor, covered in swirling special patterns, hands like a demon’s, two dark particle light blades hanging at its waist, four pairs of blood-red Light Wing embedded on its back, and one red sun, one black sun, eleven red moons, eighteen black moons, and numerous stars painted on its shoulders, the V Generation Mecha – Netherworld Apostle.

“V Generation Mecha!”

Su Yuan and the others gasped.

Su Ming also saw a V Generation Mecha for the first time and was deeply shocked.

Soon, everyone walked in front of the two V Generation Mecha, and Commander Alec De turned to Titanter and the others and said,

“Go and board your Mecha!”

“Yes!”

Titanter and the others responded solemnly.

Immediately after, everyone dispersed and ran towards their respective Mecha.

At this moment, Commander Alec De smiled and said to Vice City Lord Okens,

“Vice City Lord Okens, I apologize for the inconvenience, but we will each take a V Generation Mecha down.”

“No problem, I haven’t ridden a V Generation Mecha before, so this can be considered a stroke of luck thanks to official business, allowing me to experience it once.”

Vice City Lord Okens replied cheerfully.

“Please!”

Commander Alec De made a gesture of invitation to Vice City Lord Okens.

On the other side, Su Ming quickly ran to the Slaughter Blade, then activated the hovering device at his feet, and floated up towards the cockpit.

Soon, Su Ming entered the cockpit and quickly started the Mecha.

At this moment, the V Generation Mecha – Dragon Destroyer and the V Generation Mecha – Netherworld Apostle flew at high speed towards Exit 1 and Exit 2.

General Titanter and General Sanida also controlled their Mecha to follow.

Su Ming and the others also controlled their Mecha, following neatly behind.

Swish! Swish!

One Mecha after another flew out of the Star Destroyer Leiji and entered the vast starry sky.

At this moment, a prompt popped up in Su Ming’s cockpit.

“Received public communication message, do you accept?”

“Yes!”

Su Ming then chose to accept.

“Respected Federal Envoy, welcome to the Shabask Kingdom to participate in the centennial grand ceremony. Since the Worlds Eye does not have an Interstellar Airport, please follow the virtual guidance and land at the Shabask Kingdom · Royal Palace parking area.”

A pleasant voice sounded, and at the same time, a virtual navigation arrow appeared on the virtual operation interface.

However, Su Ming ignored it directly, because he only needed to follow the team’s flight.

At this time, the Mecha formation split into two teams, flying at high speed towards the ring-shaped Worlds Eye, sweeping over the outer city.

Su Ming looked down and saw that the bustling streets were adorned with lanterns and streamers everywhere, and a dense crowd of people gathered in the squares and streets, making it very lively.

At this moment, the citizens of the Shabask Kingdom heard the roaring sound and looked up at the sky.

When they saw the Federal Mecha formation flying by, they all exclaimed excitedly,

“Look, there are high-end Mecha in the sky!”

“Wow, what generation are these Mecha? They look so cool!”

“Look at the emblem above, it’s the Federal diplomatic corps.”

“Hi!”

Some young men and women excitedly waved to the flying Mecha formation.

Su Ming looked at this scene, his expression a bit mixed.

Everyone was immersed in the joy of the celebration, but no one knew that they were already sitting on a powder keg.

“Sigh!”

Su Ming sighed slightly and controlled his Mecha to follow the formation closely.

Not long after, Su Ming and the others flew into the inner ring and arrived at the Royal City area.

Looking from afar, a majestic Royal Palace was situated in the center of the Royal City. The walls of the entire Royal Palace were built with huge white granite, each stone carrying a heavy history and full of the passage of time, with pavilions and towers inside, winding roads, and various exotic green plants planted.

At this moment, Su Ming and their Mecha formation descended towards the large parking space on the right side of the Royal Palace.

Bang!

One Mecha after another landed neatly in their designated positions.

Commander Alec De and the others then dismounted from their Mecha.

At this moment, a middle-aged man, dressed in a luxurious robe, slightly plump, with a round face and a prosperous appearance, walked up with a smiling face.

“Welcome! Welcome! Distinguished guests from the Federation who have come from afar.”

“Chief Minister Barnett, long time no see.”

Commander Alec De replied with a smile.

“It has indeed been a while, it’s all my fault for being too busy, I should have visited you.”

Barnett said with a chuckle.

“It’s alright, here we are. Let me introduce you, this is Vice City Lord Okens, Vice City Lord of Starlight City, and the representative of the Federal Council this time!”

Commander Alec De introduced solemnly.

“Oh, Vice City Lord Okens, how do you do?”

Barnett warmly shook hands and exchanged greetings with Okins.

At this moment, Su Ming, standing in the back row, quietly watched their hypocritical greetings.

Suddenly, a roaring sound came from the sky.

Su Ming looked up and saw groups of high-end Mecha descending from the sky, parking in the nearby spots.

Leading them was a sixty-meter tall V Generation Mecha – Death Judgment, entirely cast from rare black metal, exuding a dazzling luster, with a skull emblem imprinted on its chest, monster-like metal claws holding two Super Particle Light Blade, four pairs of black Light Wing embedded on its back, exuding a death god-like oppressive presence.

At this moment, the cockpit of the V Generation Mecha – Death Judgment opened, and an old man wearing a black dragon-patterned robe, embroidered with a four-clawed black dragon, with wrinkled skin and an air of nobility and majesty in his demeanor, and a man wearing black combat armor, with a cold face, eyes as deep as a night sea, and a dangerous aura like a fierce beast emanating from his body, floated down.

“Hiss~”

At this moment, Su Yuan, next to Su Ming, suddenly gasped.

Su Ming looked at Su Yuan, found that this guy was also looking at the Dark Star Empire’s diplomatic corps, and asked in a low voice,

“Do you know them?”

“How could I not know them? That old man is Prince Theodore of the Dark Star Empire, and he holds a very high position within the Dark Star Empire. The man next to him is Akteon, the Vice Commander of the Royal Knights!”

Su Yuan whispered to Su Ming.

“Important figures!”

Su Ming said thoughtfully after hearing Su Yuan’s words.

“And those people following behind them are not to be trifled with either; they are all very famous generals of the Dark Star Empire.”

Su Yuan said to Su Ming.

At this moment, Su Ming suddenly noticed that many generals within the Dark Star Empire’s diplomatic corps were looking at them with ill intent.

It truly was as the saying goes, enemies meeting each other with red eyes.

At this moment, another group of Mecha descended from the sky, almost all of them white, and each Mecha was very exquisite, like a pristine work of art.

Leading them was a humanoid V Generation Mecha – Divine Grace, entirely covered in pure white armor, with golden patterns crisscrossing it, a golden ring imprinted on its chest, four pairs of white Light Wing embedded behind the Mecha, sharp claws holding a white spear, exuding a sacred radiance.

At this moment, the cockpit of the Divine Grace Mecha opened, and an old man wearing a white priest’s robe, slightly hunched, with a thin face, skin like aged parchment, crisscrossing wrinkles, deep-set eyes, and sharp gaze, and a woman wearing white combat armor, tall and graceful, with ice-blue hair cascading over her shoulders, skin as fair as snow, deep blue eyes, and exquisite beauty, floated down.

Su Ming looked towards the Apocalypse Divine Kingdom side and asked Su Yuan in a low voice,

“Do you know the people who came down from there?”

“Yes, that old man is Archbishop Deshir of the Apocalypse Divine Kingdom, and as for that beautiful woman, she is Lily, the Vice Commander of the Saint Eleanor Knights of the Apocalypse Divine Kingdom.”

Su Yuan also stared intently at Lily as he introduced her to Su Ming.

Just as Su Yuan was introducing her to Su Ming, another group of Mecha descended from the sky, but this batch of Mecha had very mixed models, and the one leading them was also a blue V Generation Mecha.

At this moment, the cockpit of that V Generation Mecha opened, and an old man wearing a blue brocade robe, with a small round hat on his head, a face full of wrinkles, and a silver beard, and a burly man wearing black combat armor, with hideous scars on his face and eyes like a wild beast, descended.

Su Yuan was also stunned when he saw this, and said somewhat flabbergasted,

“Damn, isn’t that Gene Reese, the patriarch of the Hynt Interstellar Group’s behind-the-scenes family? He actually bothered to leave Saint Jocks Star.”

“Hynt Interstellar Group, isn’t that the company that monopolizes water resources?”

Su Ming said with some surprise.

“Exactly, it’s him. Let me tell you, although all three major powers collect water resources, there are always shortages. After all, there are too many places where water is needed; not only do people need to drink it, but planting also requires water, and industrial cooling, and so on. Everyone gives this guy three parts of respect! When I accompanied my Grandfather back to the holy land before, I even specifically went to visit him, because our family’s industrial production requires consuming massive amounts of water resources, and it’s not cost-effective to extract it ourselves.”

Su Yuan explained to Su Ming.

“Hmm, I understand.”

Su Ming nodded in response.

At this time, other important diplomats from the Shabask Kingdom stepped forward to greet the leaders of various forces, exchanging warm pleasantries with them.

Not long after, Chief Minister Barnett said to Vice City Lord Okens and the others,

“Let’s not chat here anymore, I’ll lead you to the banquet hall.”

“Alright!”

Vice City Lord Okens replied with a smile.

“This way, please!”

Chief Minister Barnett smiled and led Okins and the others towards the Royal Palace.

Su Ming and the others also followed.

Soon they reached the main gate, which was made of ebony and bronze, inlaid with sparkling glazed tiles forming a magnificent royal emblem. At the palace entrance, Soldier of Ceremony stood, wearing splendid armor and holding long spears, saluting Su Ming and the others with their spears.

When Su Ming and the others passed through the main gate, they arrived at a huge courtyard, where flowers bloomed in profusion, rare green plants were planted everywhere, and from time to time, peculiar stone sculptures, pavilions, gazebos, and an artificial lake could be seen.

Looking at this scene, Su Ming couldn’t help but sigh, it truly was as the saying goes, the wealthier the place of residence, the more retro it becomes.

The entire Royal Palace had very few technological products to be seen.

A long while later, Chief Minister Barnett led Su Ming and the others to a magnificent palace.

The entire palace was built from massive green stones, its top soaring into the clouds, and its walls were carved with various mythical beast patterns.

In front of the palace, a square stone platform was situated.

On the platform, there was a huge ancient white bell, engraved with intricate patterns.

Barnett led Vice City Lord Okens and the others into the palace, arriving at the spacious and luxurious main hall.

The entire main hall was decorated anew, with giant pillars on both sides wrapped in gold foil and silk.

Exquisite carpets covered the floor, priceless oil paintings hung on the walls, and crystal chandeliers hung from the ceiling, their brilliant lights dazzling like stars.

Long tables were set up in the main hall area, covered with white lace tablecloths, and laden with luxurious fruits, pastries, and fine wines.

At this time, many guests had already gathered in the main hall, holding wine glasses and chatting with smiles.

Barnett said to Vice City Lord Okens and the others,

“Vice City Lord Okens, I still have many guests to receive, please make yourselves at home for now, and if you need anything, just tell the servants here.”

“Alright, please go ahead with your business.”

Okins smiled and responded.

“Please excuse me for a moment.”

Barnett then turned and left.

At this moment, the delegations from the Dark Star Empire, Apocalypse Divine Kingdom, and Saint Jocks Star were also led in.

Okins and they exchanged glances, neither intending to greet the other, treating each other as if they were invisible.

Commander Alec De then spoke.

“Let’s go over there, away from them!”

“Okay!”

Okins nodded in response.

Commander Alec De then led the team to the right corner of the hall.

As for the Dark Star Empire, they also found their own spots and gathered separately. The other guests in the hall, seeing this scene, dared not approach them to exchange pleasantries.

They were afraid that by greeting one faction, they would be targeted by other factions.

Su Ming whispered to Su Yuan.

“When does the banquet start?”

Su Yuan raised his wristband, glanced at the time, and said.

“It’s only nine-thirty, still early. According to the tradition of the Shabask Kingdom, the Shatak will appear before twelve noon and ring the bell at the entrance, announcing the official start of the celebration.”

“Mm.”

Su Ming nodded slightly after hearing this.

At this moment, there was a commotion at the banquet. Su Ming and the others looked over, only to see the First Prince Solleca and the Third Prince Merritt walking in side by side.

Many guests on the scene came forward to exchange pleasantries and offer congratulations.

The two smiled and chatted with the guests for a while, then walked towards the delegations of the Dark Star Empire and the Apocalypse Divine Kingdom respectively.

Vice City Lord Okens, watching this scene, whispered to Commander Alec De.

“Dark Star and Apocalypse are indeed not being honest. They usually pretend a bit, but now they can’t even be bothered to pretend. It seems the old Shatak’s condition is not optimistic.”

“I’m not clear about the old Shatak’s condition. In recent years, I’ve visited him many times in the name of the Federation, but I’ve always been politely rejected.”

Commander Alec De said with a serious expression.

“The most urgent task now is to inquire about his physical condition.”

Okins said with difficulty.

“That’s probably very difficult. Perhaps only his sons know something.”

Commander Alec De replied in a deep voice.

“By the way, where is Seventh Prince Omid? Why haven’t I seen him?”

Okins turned his head and looked around.

“Don’t even mention it. That guy is nowhere to be seen. He shrinks back like a turtle all day long and hardly ever sees strangers. It’s possible he won’t even show up for this grand celebration.”

Commander Alec De replied in a deep voice.

“This is troublesome then.”

Okins also had a headache, feeling that nothing was going smoothly.

At this time, Su Ming and Su Yuan stood by the edge of the team and did not wander around. Although theoretically they could move freely, they dared not actually do so.

Just then, Su Ming suddenly felt as if someone was watching him.

He immediately turned his head to look, and in the distance, within the delegation of Saint Jocks Star, he saw a familiar figure.

That figure was none other than Miss Olisa from Vox Biological Group.

Su Ming was a bit surprised, not expecting her to attend the celebration.

At this moment, Shadr, dressed in luxurious robes, walked in from the main entrance. He immediately spotted Su Ming and Su Yuan, and a look of immense joy appeared on his face.

He immediately walked towards the two, excitedly calling out.

“Su Yuan, Su Ming!”

Su Ming and Su Yuan heard someone calling them and immediately turned their heads to look.

When they saw that it was Shadr, their expressions immediately darkened.

“Su Ming, it’s Shadr!”

Su Yuan said, at a loss.

“Don’t look at him, turn your head away, pretend you didn’t hear him.”

Su Ming immediately turned his head away.

At this moment, Commander Alec De and Vice City Lord Okens, who were talking, heard someone calling Su Ming and Su Yuan, so they turned their heads to look.

Okins was slightly startled and said.

“This person looks very familiar.”

“His name is Shadr, the only son of Seventh Prince Omid.”

Commander Alec De introduced in a low voice.

Okins’ eyes immediately lit up upon hearing this.

At this time, Shadr also walked up to Su Ming and Su Yuan, reaching out to pat their shoulders.

“Why aren’t you two responding to me?”

Su Yuan, seeing him approach, quickly shook his head and said.

“Ah, were you?”

“No? I’ve called so many times, and neither of you answered me. When did you come to attend the celebration? You didn’t even tell me. I’ll show you around.”

Shadr said enthusiastically.

Su Ming and Su Yuan shook their heads like rattles, they now felt like they were seeing a ghost when they saw Shadr.

At this moment, Okins walked over with a smile on his face, asking cheerfully.

“Su Ming, Su Yuan, is this your friend?”

Su Ming and Su Yuan were also startled; why was Vice City Lord Okens here?

Before Su Ming and the others could answer, Shadr immediately spoke.

“Of course, we are sworn brothers, a friendship that has gone through life and death.”

Vice City Lord Okens, hearing this, showed a brilliant smile and said.

“Since your friend has come to find you, why don’t you go with him and look around!”

“Lord Okins, this might not be appropriate.”

Su Ming’s mouth twitched slightly as he replied.

“What’s inappropriate about it? Hurry up and go.”

Okins said in an unquestionable tone, while giving them a look to hint that they should gather intelligence.

“Alright.”

Su Ming and Su Yuan responded helplessly at the sight.

“Let’s go.”

Shadr happily pulled Su Ming and Su Yuan, walking towards the right side door inside the main hall.

Soon they left the main hall and entered a long corridor, where rows of vintage armor and exquisite porcelain were displayed along the sides.

Su Ming glanced around, somewhat surprised, and said.

“These are all antiques, just displayed here like this?”

“My Grandfather likes vintage things, so he just put them out like this. They’re not worth much anyway.”

Shadr replied casually.

“Not worth much my foot, a random set of armor here probably costs tens of millions of federal currency.”

Su Yuan was still very knowledgeable.

“They’re really not that great. If you’re interested, I’ll take you to see the real good stuff.”

Shadr, in a very good mood, said to Su Ming and Su Yuan.

“Alright!”

Su Ming and Su Yuan also became interested.

Shadr then led them winding through, and the soldiers guarding along the way, seeing him, all made way.

Although Shadr had no real power, he was a genuine member of the Royal Family, and this was his own home.

Not long after, Shadr led Su Ming and the others to the entrance of a tightly closed collection room.

Shadr took out a jeweled key from his pocket, inserted it into the keyhole of the large door, and turned it to open the door.

When they entered the collection room, they saw display pillars, each covered with a special glass dome, showcasing many exhibits inside.

“These are the good things, all collected by my Grandfather.”

Shadr proudly said to Su Ming and Su Yuan.

Su Ming and Su Yuan walked up to the nearest display pillar, their eyes immediately fixed on it.

On this display pillar, there was a very beautiful natural red coral artwork. Such items are basically passed down from before the epoch and are now almost extinct.

They took a deep breath and continued walking forward to the second display pillar, where they saw a porcelain vase as white as snow, with a texture as warm as jade, and exquisitely crafted.

“This is the White Jade Bottle, over five thousand years old.”

“Good stuff.”

Su Ming and Su Yuan both nodded in response.

“Let’s look at the next one.”

Shadr led Su Ming and Su Yuan to the third display pillar.

Inside the transparent glass cover, a very ancient, solemn, and sacred crown was sealed. The main body of the crown was elegant and perfect, inlaid with strange gems, emitting a faint glow.

The moment Su Ming saw the crown, he instantly froze in place, his eyes fixed on the crown without blinking.

In an instant, the surrounding scene darkened. Su Ming, in a trance, saw a servant kneeling before him, holding a tray with the sacred crown on it.

At this moment, Shadr introduced to Su Ming and Su Yuan.

“This is the crown of silence, the crown of the last emperor before the establishment of the Federation. This emperor was a notorious tyrant!”

Su Ming’s expression subtly changed upon hearing Shadr’s words.

Su Yuan also asked with interest.

“Tyrant?”

“That’s right, in order to achieve great unification, this emperor issued many extreme policies, dedicated to optimizing governance. However, he overlooked a very important thing: the conditions at the grassroots level were uneven and simply couldn’t keep up with the policies he formulated! As a result, the middle-level ruling class, in order to complete their tasks, frantically exploited those below, causing everyone to complain and suffer!”

“So that’s how it was!”

“Do you know the biggest promise this guy made?”

Shadr asked cheerfully.

“What?”

Su Yuan asked very curiously.

“The biggest promise he made was that after achieving great unification, all the people would live happy and peaceful lives. The ironic result was that on the night he completed great unification, countless uprisings broke out worldwide, and his great unification collapsed overnight.”

“What happened to that guy then?”

“I’m not sure, he disappeared on the night of the collapse, so he probably died.”

Shadr thought for a moment and said.

“Good riddance, such a tyrant deserves to die.”

Su Yuan said after hearing this.

At this moment, Su Ming, who was beside him, heard Su Yuan’s words and coldly turned his head to look at him.

Su Yuan was also startled, feeling a chill down his spine from Su Ming’s gaze. He couldn’t help but swallow and ask.

“Su Ming, why are you looking at me? Did I say something wrong?”

“No, what you said is very good, he indeed deserves to die.”

Su Ming remained silent for several seconds, then replied indifferently.

“I’ll take you to see the others.”

Shadr then walked forward.

Su Yuan then followed, while Su Ming stood still, gazing at the crown of silence before him, a complex expression in his eyes.

At this moment, Shadr and Su Yuan noticed that Su Ming hadn’t followed, so they stopped and turned back to look.

“Su Ming, what are you standing there for?”

Su Yuan called out to Su Ming.

Su Ming walked over, and he said in a deep voice to Shadr.

“Shadr, can you give me that crown of silence?”

“Ah? I’m afraid not. These exhibits all belong to my Grandfather, and that crown of silence is his favorite.”

Shadr said apologetically.

“Oh, why do you want that old crown? What’s the use of it?”

Su Yuan looked at Su Ming, very puzzled.

“It’s nothing, just asking casually.”

Su Ming briefly explained, and didn’t press the matter further.

At this moment, Su Yuan suddenly thought of something and immediately said to Shadr.

“Shadr, didn’t you say last time that if I helped you get the Star Spirit’s blood, you would give me the Emerald Glow Ring?”

“Uh, this is a bit…”

Shadr’s face showed some difficulty for a moment.

“You’re not being fair. You swore to me back then that it was no problem, but now you’re being so evasive. That’s really not fair, is this how brothers act?”

Su Yuan complained to Shadr.

“Alright, you two wait for me here for a moment.”

Shadr’s cheeks flushed, and he then said, bracing himself.

“Now that’s more like it!”

Su Yuan immediately said, overjoyed.

Shadr then turned and left the exhibition room.

At this moment, Su Ming looked at Su Yuan in confusion and asked.

“Su Yuan, what do you want that Emerald Glow Ring for? I remember it’s like a jeweled bracelet.”

“Of course, it’s to give to the goddess in my heart.”

Su Yuan said cheerfully.

“Goddess? The person you like?”

“Yes!”

“Who is it?”

“Of course, it’s the Super Diva Hillis!”

“Heh heh, if it were any other celebrity, with the Su Family’s background and your current status, they would all come to cling to you. But Hillis, you might as well give up, you have no chance at all.”

Su Ming unceremoniously poured a bucket of cold water over Su Yuan’s head.

Su Yuan’s smile instantly froze, and he said with a hint of resentment.

“Brother, are you really that unoptimistic about me?”

“Act within your means.”

Su Ming patted Su Yuan’s shoulder with meaningful words.

“No, I won’t give up, no matter how slim the hope.”

Su Yuan took a deep breath and said very firmly.

“Alright then, I won’t try to persuade you anymore.”

Su Ming didn’t say much more.

At this moment, Shadr hurried over, holding out an exquisite box to Su Yuan.

“Here!”

Su Yuan took it and opened it, only to see a sparkling emerald green bracelet inside, embedded with clear green gems.

He immediately grinned from ear to ear and said.

“Haha, this is it! As long as I give this to her, she’ll definitely be very happy.”

Su Ming, however, shook his head helplessly.

At this moment, Shadr also took out a box and handed it to Su Ming.

“Su Ming, this is for you.”

“For me too?”

Su Ming looked at Shadr, somewhat surprised.

“Of course, we’re friends.”

Shadr patted his chest, speaking very generously.

Su Ming, after hearing Shadr’s words, couldn’t help but have a slightly better impression of this guy. Although his personality was weak, he seemed quite loyal.

“Alright then.”

Su Ming reached out and took it, opening the box to glance inside.

Inside the box lay an extremely luxurious, noble, and elegant necklace, embedded with a tear-shaped blue dazzling star stone, surrounded by a circle of gradient-colored gems.

Next to the necklace was a data card.

Star Scar Tear

Meaning: Eternal Star Love.

Su Ming closed the box and looked at Shadr, saying.

“It’s too valuable.”

“It’s nothing, just a small token of my appreciation, please don’t be polite with me.”

Shadr quickly waved his hand and said.

“No, it’s not a matter of being polite, it’s truly too precious.”

Su Ming could tell at a glance that this necklace was no ordinary item.

“Are we brothers or not?”

Shadr’s face immediately hardened.

“Sigh, yes!”

Su Ming, seeing this, also replied helplessly.

“Then take it.”

Shadr directly stuffed the box into Su Ming’s hand.

“Alright!”

Seeing that Shadr had said so much, Su Ming didn’t say anything more.

“I’ll take you to the Stargazing Tower, the scenery there is very good.”

Shadr said cheerfully.

“Okay!”

Su Ming and Su Yuan followed Shadr out.

At this moment, Su Ming considered for a moment, then asked.

“Shadr, how is your Grandfather’s health? Is the Star Spirit’s blood effective?”

Shadr was also startled to hear Su Ming’s words, then nervously turned to look around. Seeing no one nearby, he lowered his voice and said to Su Ming.

“I’m telling you, my father doesn’t let me talk about Grandfather’s matters to others.”

“We’re not outsiders, why hide it?”

Su Yuan said to Shadr.

“I know, but I really don’t know my Grandfather’s current condition, but the Star Spirit’s blood should have been sent over.”

Shadr explained in a low voice.

“Mm.”

Su Ming’s eyes flickered when he heard this; it seemed Shatak’s condition was indeed not optimistic. He wondered how much effect the Star Spirit’s blood would have.

“Don’t talk about that. While there’s still some time, let’s go quickly.”

Shadr said excitedly.

“Okay!”

At the banquet in the main hall.

Commander Alec De and Okins kept raising their wristbands to check the time; it was already 11:10 AM.

“Shatak, why hasn’t he arrived yet?”

Commander Alec De said with a deep frown.

“There are still 50 minutes until 12 o’clock, let’s wait a bit longer.”

Okins said with great composure.

At this moment, many guests at the banquet began to whisper.

“That’s strange, why hasn’t the State Lord come out yet? I remember at the last centennial celebration, he appeared very early.”

“Yeah, could something have happened?”

“Don’t talk nonsense, let’s wait.”

Just as everyone was discussing animatedly.

Su Ming and Su Yuan returned to the main hall and walked towards Okins and the others.

Okins saw Su Ming and the other return and quickly went forward to ask.

“How is it? Did you get any news?”

“Lord Okins, Shadr doesn’t know much about the State Lord’s condition, but from his words, I can sense that Shatak’s situation is not very good.”

Su Ming said to Okins.

After hearing Su Ming’s words, Okins’ expression grew even more somber. He pondered for a moment and said.

“I understand. Thank you for your trouble.”

“It’s what we should do.”

Su Ming and Su Yuan respectfully replied, then walked to the side.

At this moment, Little Ash crawled out of Su Ming’s pocket, looking at the grapes on the nearby table, chirping excitedly.

Su Ming saw this, walked over, picked a few grapes, and handed them to Little Ash.

Little Ash ate happily.

Su Yuan saw Su Ming feeding his pet, so he lowered his voice and said to him.

“I’ll go over there and have some pastries to fill my stomach.”

“Go ahead.”

Su Ming nodded in response, continuing to feed Little Ash.

Just then, a figure appeared in front of Su Ming. Su Ming subconsciously looked up.

He saw a woman dressed in a blue lace long dress, with delicate features, an ethereal and agile presence, and eyes like countless stars, standing before him. This woman was none other than Miss Olisa.

“Lord Su Ming, we meet again.”

Olisa greeted with a smile.

“What a coincidence, Miss Olisa.”

Su Ming replied politely.

Olisa looked at Su Ming’s military uniform and said with a smile.

“Lord Su Ming, I didn’t expect that in just a few months, you’ve been promoted from Major to Major General. That’s truly impressive.”

“Just good luck.”

“Lord Su Ming, you are truly modest. If I’m not mistaken, you should be the youngest general in the Federation’s history.”

“Perhaps.”

Su Ming replied indifferently.

He had a good impression of Olisa, but he couldn’t say the same for the Vox Biological Group behind her.

Olisa also noticed that Su Ming didn’t seem to want to talk much with her, but she didn’t mind. Instead, she smiled and said.

“Lord Su Ming, last time I invited you to dinner, and you refused. It’s rare to meet again, so would you do me the honor this time?”

“I apologize, I have military duties!”

Su Ming declined with a slight headache.

“It’s alright, I can wait until you’re free. This is my business card, it has my contact information.”

Olisa took out an exquisite business card and handed it to Su Ming with a smile.

“Alright.”

Su Ming hesitated for a moment, but finally reached out and took it.

“Then I shall take my leave.”

Olisa elegantly turned and left.

Su Ming looked at Olisa’s retreating figure and fell into thought.

Time passed bit by bit.

Soon it was 11:50, only 10 minutes left until 12 o’clock, but everyone still hadn’t seen Shatak.

At this moment, many guests in the entire main hall showed uneasy expressions.

“There are only 10 minutes left until 12 o’clock, and the State Lord still hasn’t come out. Who will ring the bell then?”

“The State Lord won’t come out, will he?”

“Impossible, how can the grand ceremony begin without ringing the bell?”

Everyone discussed animatedly.

At this time, within the Dark Star Empire’s envoy delegation, First Prince Solleca looked tense and whispered to Prince Theodore.

“There are ten minutes left until 12 o’clock. If my father still doesn’t come out by then, it means he’s not well! At that time, I will act on behalf of my father and go up to ring the bell, using the opportunity to declare my temporary assumption of the administrative power of the Shabask Kingdom! You must support me.”

“No problem, but Third Prince Merritt probably won’t agree.”

Prince Theodore reminded him.

“I know. If he doesn’t know what’s good for him, then don’t blame me for being impolite.”

Solleca looked up towards the Apocalypse Divine Kingdom’s envoy delegation.

At this moment, Third Prince Merritt also looked at Solleca with a knowing glance. Their eyes met, full of tension.

On the Federation’s envoy delegation side, Okins kept checking his wristband, growing more and more agitated.

Soon, time continued to pass, and in a blink of an eye, there were only 3 minutes left until 12 o’clock.

“No, there’s no time! Shatak must truly be in a bad state. We need to prepare for the worst!”

Commander Alec De took a deep breath and said with a grim expression.

General Titanter and the others also had their hearts in their throats at this moment.

The atmosphere on the scene grew increasingly tense, and the smell of gunpowder grew thicker.

Just as everyone thought the State Lord wouldn’t come out, Chief Minister Barnett suddenly shouted loudly.

“His Majesty has arrived!”

Instantly, everyone in the entire main hall exploded in chatter, turning their heads to look.

They saw an old man, dressed in a luxurious starry robe, with a head full of white hair, a thin build, a face covered in crisscrossing wrinkles like ravines, eyes like deep, cold pools, quietcold and sharp, and an air of majesty in his every movement, walking out spiritedly.

“Haha, I apologize, distinguished guests. I’m late, and the hospitality is a bit lacking!”

“State Lord, you are too kind.”

Everyone also excitedly replied.

Okins and the others breathed a sigh of relief when they saw this scene.

As for the Dark Star Empire, the Apocalypse Divine Kingdom, the First Prince, and the Third Prince, their expressions were not very good.

They completely couldn’t understand what was going on. Shataque was clearly on the verge of death, so why was he suddenly so spirited?

“Everyone, the auspicious time is almost here. Please allow me to ring the bell first.”

Shatak said calmly, then walked out step by step.

Everyone followed him.

Shatak walked out of the main hall and came to the Four-Directional Platform.

He walked up the steps one by one, finally arriving in front of the ancient bell.

Shatak looked at the time on his wristband, and when it reached 12 o’clock, he forcefully pushed the ram.

Bang!

The muffled bell sound, transmitted through the equipment at the bottom, instantly resonated throughout the entire Worlds Eye.

At this moment, all the waiting citizens within the Worlds Eye erupted in enthusiastic cheers, and countless fireworks soared into the sky, exploding in mid-air.

After Shatak rang the bell, he turned and walked down the stone platform, coming before everyone and saying with a smile.

“Please!”

Upon hearing this, everyone walked towards the main hall.

Soon, everyone returned to the main hall. Shatak walked directly to the innermost part of the main hall and sat on the luxurious throne.

Everyone’s gaze was focused on Shatak.

“Haha, today is the centennial celebration of my Shabask Kingdom, and also the day for the renewal of the Black Glow Agreement. All who have come to participate in this grand ceremony today are friends, so please all bear witness.”

Shatak said directly and to the point.

At this moment, many guests present spoke up.

“No problem, it’s our honor.”

Shatak then looked at Vice City Lord Okens, Archpriest Deshir, Prince Theodore, and Gene Reese.

“Then let’s begin the renewal of the Black Glow Agreement now. Do you have any objections?”

Okins, Archpriest Deshir, Prince Theodore, and Gene Reese all had constantly changing expressions. They hadn’t expected Shatak to go straight to the point, which was very unusual.

However, they couldn’t care less about that now. Their purpose in coming here was for the agreement, so they all spoke up.

“No objection! But how will this agreement be renewed?”

“It’s very simple. The agreement remains the same: the trade tax revenue of Worlds Eye and the profits from the Star Devourer, the Federation takes 20%, Dark Star 10%, Apocalypse 10%, and Saint Jocks Star 10%!”

Shatak said with a smile.

As soon as these words came out, Okins’ tense nerves relaxed, and a smile appeared on his face.

However, Prince Theodore and Archpriest Deshir’s faces were very grim.

At this time, Prince Theodore said coldly.

“Shatak, it’s been a hundred years, and everything in this world has undergone significant changes. Shouldn’t this division agreement also change? Why does the Federation always get the lion’s share?”

“Exactly.”

Archpriest Deshir also spoke up.

Shatak’s smile instantly vanished when he heard this. His eyes became very sharp, and he said with authority.

“Are you dissatisfied with my proposal?”

Instantly, everyone present was startled.

Prince Theodore and Archpriest Deshir’s faces immediately darkened, and for a moment, they dared not refute.

Su Ming looked at Shatak, also showing a hint of surprise. This Shatak was indeed not to be underestimated, daring to speak to Dark Star and Apocalypse in such a manner.

At this time, Shatak said indifferently.

“I have always been very fair. The cake is only so big. If you are dissatisfied, you can protest to the Federation. I believe the Federation should be very happy to prove itself.”

At this moment, Commander Alec De stood out and said with a smile.

“We, the Federation, are taking 20%, do you have any objections?”

“What a huge appetite. Do you even think you can stomach it?”

Prince Theodore snorted coldly.

“Then you can try. Whether you want a one-on-one fight or a group brawl, we’re always ready. And you’d better not treat us like those greenhorns at home, thinking you can just send some troops over and show off. You’re not qualified enough!”

Commander Alec De directly mocked him.

“Lord Alec De, aren’t you being too arrogant? Don’t forget, it’s not just the Dark Star Empire that’s dissatisfied.”

Archpriest Deshir slowly said.

“What if you’re added in as well?”

Alec De replied without reservation.

Archpriest Deshir heard this and then looked at Patriarch Gene Reese.

As a result, Patriarch Gene Reese remained silent.

Archpriest Deshir’s expression grew even more somber. Although their three parties were not on good terms, they had communicated before coming and agreed to jointly resist the Federation.

Yet, at the critical moment, this guy was playing dead.

At this moment, Prince Theodore said furiously.

“Do you really think we wouldn’t dare?”

“Then try it!”

Alec De’s eyes instantly became fierce, and he replied coldly.

Immediately, the atmosphere became tense.

The surrounding guests, seeing this scene, dared not even breathe, fearing to get caught in the crossfire.

Just as the situation was about to spiral out of control, Shatak suddenly spoke.

“Alright, everyone, stop arguing and listen to me for a few words.”

Prince Theodore and the others all turned their heads, staring at Shatak.

Shatak said hoarsely.

“Whether it’s the Federation, Dark Star, Apocalypse, or Saint Jocks Star, you are all distinguished guests of my Shabask Kingdom. Let’s prioritize harmony; there’s no need to make things unpleasant! Of course, I’m not a stingy person either. How about this! Three days from now is the climax of my country’s celebration, and a Haunted Star competition will be held then. I invite you all to participate in this event, with 100 slots for each side. Of course, for a competition, there must be a prize.”

“What prize?”

Prince Theodore and the others all looked at Shatak.

“I will give up 10% of the trade tax revenue from my own share, and also allocate 10% of the profits from the Planet Destroyer as the prize for this competition. Whichever of your four sides wins will receive this prize!”

“Really?”

Okins, Prince Theodore, and the others all said excitedly.

“Of course it’s true. Furthermore, you are not the only participants. Solleca, Merritt, and all royal family members, as long as they are adults, must participate.”

Shatak’s eyes flickered as he said hoarsely.

“Father?”

Solleca and the others were stunned. They had to participate too? Although this activity was a tradition of their country, normally it was the subordinates who participated.

Shataque said with a smile.

“What, do you have any objections to my decision?”

“We wouldn’t dare!”

Solleca and the others replied in a low voice.

“That’s best. Of course, as I said, everyone will receive a reward. If any of you win, I will give him this jade token.”

Shatak’s aged hand picked up an ancient jade token, on which intricate patterns and designs were carved.

Solleca and the others showed fanatic expressions when they saw the jade token. Because that jade token represented the crown prince and power, meaning that whichever of these royal family members won would become the crown prince.

“Father, we will definitely give our all and absolutely not disappoint you!”

“Very good, is everyone satisfied now?”

Shataque’s cloudy eyes scanned everyone present.

“Satisfied!”

Prince Theodore and the others all spoke up.

“Since you are satisfied, then I hope everyone can give me some face during this time and let me have a good celebration.”

Shataque said meaningfully to everyone.

Prince Theodore and the others were startled and quickly replied.

“Okay!”