Chapter 393: Killing Hearts (Five-in-One)
by SunflowerA moment later, Su Ming and Olisa appeared in front of an elegant and quiet restaurant constructed from dark red walnut, with an overall shape resembling an ancient sailboat.
Su Ming and Olisa stepped onto the heavy solid wood steps and walked through the carved door.
Two rows of tall female waitstaff, with their hair coiled up and wearing blue and white porcelain cheongsams, respectfully greeted Su Ming and Olisa.
“Welcome.”
Su Ming quickly scanned the restaurant’s environment; it was exceptionally high-end, and the prices were undoubtedly very expensive, so he spoke to Olisa.
“Miss Olisa, let me treat you to this meal today.”
As the saying goes, ‘it’s hard to refuse a gift, and it’s hard to refuse food,’ Su Ming didn’t want to owe Olisa anything.
“How can that be? I said I’d treat you.”
Olisa replied with a smile.
“No need to be polite. Consider it an apology for the two previous rejections.”
Although Su Ming’s words were tactful, his tone was very firm.
“Alright.”
Olisa replied with a faint smile.
At this moment, a charming woman with a flowery dress and an extraordinary temperament, full of smiles, came forward.
“Distinguished guests, I am Manager Tang Wan. Do you have a reservation?”
Olisa took out an exquisite VIP card and replied with a smile.
“No, please arrange a quiet private room.”
“Alright, this way please.”
Tang Wan enthusiastically led Su Ming and Olisa further inside.
Soon, they entered an elegant private room. In the center of the room was an exquisite round wooden table and six peach wood chairs, with various green plants displayed around the room.
After Su Ming and Olisa were seated, Manager Tang Wan asked with a smile.
“What would you two like to eat?”
“Miss Olisa, please order. Don’t be shy.”
Su Ming said gallantly.
“Then I won’t be polite. Manager Tang Wan, please bring out all your signature dishes, and for tea, we’d like top-grade Snow Tea.”
Olisa simply instructed.
“Understood.”
Tang Wan then respectfully withdrew, closing the wooden sliding door behind her.
Inside the private room, only Su Ming and Olisa remained, and the atmosphere became somewhat awkward.
Su Ming looked at Olisa, deep in thought.
Although he was indeed handsome, Su Ming wasn’t so narcissistic as to think that the other party would fall for him. It was clear that her eagerness to find various opportunities to approach him must have another purpose.
Moreover, Su Ming had also keenly noticed a problem: Olisa’s situation within her family might not be as good as it appeared on the surface.
His reason for this judgment was simple: Olisa had actually accompanied Star Radiance Fortress.
Although it was for market expansion, the Thirteenth Corps was going to fight the Dark Star Empire at that time, and the risk of sinking was extremely high.
Such a dangerous task should normally be entrusted to subordinates, yet she personally boarded the ship, which was enough to explain everything.
At this moment, Olisa was also observing Su Ming, her eyes constantly flickering, unsure of what she was thinking.
Knock, knock!
A knock on the door sounded.
“Come in!”
Su Ming said indifferently.
The wooden sliding door was pushed open, and one by one, beautiful female waitstaff respectfully brought in plates of exquisite seafood dishes.
Then, they lowered their heads and respectfully withdrew.
At this point, Olisa broke the silence and spoke to Su Ming.
“Mr. Su Ming, please try the dishes here first and see if they suit your taste.”
Su Ming picked up his chopsticks, took a piece of cod, tasted it, and then said with a smile.
“The taste is excellent. However, Miss Olisa, I wonder what you are looking for me for? It can’t be just for a meal, can it?”
“Indeed, nothing can be hidden from Mr. Su Ming. Then I’ll be direct.”
“Go ahead.”
“As you know, I deal in pharmaceuticals. I want to contract the Thirteenth Corps’s medicine supply, and I hope you can help facilitate this business deal! Of course, I won’t let you work for free; I can give you a twenty percent commission.”
Olisa gazed at Su Ming as she spoke.
The reason she had approached Su Ming repeatedly was actually to do business with the Thirteenth Corps.
However, the Legion Commander of the Thirteenth Corps was very mysterious, and she couldn’t reach him at all.
Su Ming was the fastest-promoted officer in the Thirteenth Corps and was also a general. He should be one of the very few officers who could speak with the Legion Commander and help her make connections.
Upon hearing Olisa’s words, Su Ming pondered for a few seconds before replying.
“Miss Olisa, I still stand by what I said: only people with the same ideals can walk the same path. The Thirteenth Corps’s medicine business is not suitable for your Vox Biological Group.”
In fact, Su Ming was well aware that although the corps received medicine from the Federation, the drugs provided by the Federation were all basic models, and they went through layers of scrutiny during the procurement process, so their effectiveness was truly mediocre.
Under normal circumstances, the corps would indeed choose a biological group company for long-term procurement.
However, Su Ming knew very well that an entity like Vox Biological Group, no matter how cheap the initial price they offered, would sell their products at exorbitant prices once you became dependent on them. They were not philanthropists; they pursued high profits.
“Mr. Su Ming, the Thirteenth Corps definitely needs to procure medicine. It would be more secure for you to purchase from us than from other biological groups.”
Olisa said sincerely.
“Olisa, I don’t deny that your medicines are truly good. But if you really want to do this business, I don’t need you to give me a rebate or anything. As long as you sign a long-term supply agreement, guarantee stable prices in the long run, and do not arbitrarily raise prices—even if the market fluctuates, only adjust prices appropriately without sharp increases—then this business is fine.”
Su Ming replied very seriously.
If Olisa could truly agree to this agreement, Su Ming would genuinely be willing to talk to the Legion Commander for the sake of the soldiers below him.
Upon hearing Su Ming’s words, a troubled expression appeared on Olisa’s face.
In fact, her situation was indeed not very good because most of the market business had been divided among her siblings.
Her market share was constantly being squeezed, which was why she wanted to develop the Thirteenth Corps as a new market.
However, her lack of business did not mean the family lacked business. Vox Biological Group’s medicines were not lacking in sales, so the family would certainly pursue profits and would not allow such long-term stable supply.
Su Ming naturally saw Olisa’s dilemma and immediately said.
“Miss Olisa, I know this doesn’t align with your Vox Biological Group’s philosophy, and I don’t expect you to do charity. If you’re willing, I will try to secure a good price for you, allowing you to make a profit. Of course, the final choice is still yours; it just depends on whether you’re willing to do this long-term business.”
Upon hearing Su Ming’s words, Olisa’s expression grew more silent.
Seeing this, Su Ming knew Olisa was wavering, and he said calmly.
“Miss Olisa, you’d best make a decision soon. You should know that the Thirteenth Corps is a newly formed corps and is currently in a window period. Many people are eyeing this juicy piece of meat, and they will eventually find various connections to get involved.”
“Mr. Su Ming, it’s truly a pity you’re not in business.”
Olisa replied with a smile.
“Thank you for the compliment, Miss Olisa. Does this mean you agree?”
Su Ming looked at Olisa with a half-smile.
“I agree. I will draft the agreement and quotation and send it to you.”
Olisa replied straightforwardly.
“Good!”
Su Ming replied with a joyful mood.
At this moment, the private room door suddenly opened, and Su Ming turned to look.
He saw a young girl wearing a gray trench coat, a khaki hat, black sunglasses, and a scarf, her appearance obscured, walk in.
The moment the girl saw Su Ming, she paused, then immediately apologized.
“Sorry, wrong room.”
As she was about to leave the room, Olisa called out with a smile.
“You’re not mistaken, it is here.”
The girl immediately noticed Olisa at the dining table and complained.
“Sasha, you invited someone else and didn’t even tell me.”
Su Ming heard the girl’s voice and immediately found it very familiar.
“Sorry, I forgot for a moment, but Mr. Su Ming is not an outsider, it’s fine.”
Olisa explained with a smile.
The girl then closed the sliding door, then took off her hat and removed her scarf, revealing a face of breathtaking beauty.
“Miss Hillis?”
Su Ming’s face showed a hint of surprise.
“Didn’t expect it, did you? Aren’t you surprised? Miss Hillis and I are best friends, you know.”
Olisa said with a smile.
“It is indeed very surprising.”
Su Ming replied with a wry smile.
“Mr. Su Ming, we meet again. Please take good care of me.”
Hillis still had some impression of Su Ming.
“You’re too kind. Please have a seat!”
Su Ming responded politely.
Hillis then sat down next to Olisa.
Olisa, with a beaming smile, said to Hillis.
“Quickly try these dishes and see how they taste.”
“Okay!”
Hillis picked up her chopsticks, ready to pick up a large piece of lobster meat, when she suddenly saw Su Ming sitting opposite her. She then changed direction, picked up a green vegetable, tasted it, and said with a smile.
“Hmm, not bad. Oh, by the way, Sasha, have you decided on a new mecha?”
“Not yet. Just looking at the publicly available parameters and videos online, it’s really too hard to choose. I’ll wait until the weapons exhibition to see them in person.”
Olisa shook her head and replied.
“Hmm, I think so too.”
Hillis nodded in agreement.
At this moment, Su Ming looked at the two curiously, asking with a hint of doubt.
“You two are buying mechas?”
“That’s right!”
Hillis showed a bright smile.
“What kind of mecha are you buying? I’ve also been looking at mechas recently.”
Su Ming immediately became interested.
“Sasha and I only have advanced Fourth Generation Mecha, and now we want to get a Pseudo V-generation Mecha. What about you, Mr. Su Ming?”
Hillis asked Su Ming curiously.
“That’s quite a coincidence, I’ve also been looking at Pseudo V-generation Mecha recently.”
Su Ming said with a smile.
“That’s great! We can discuss it together and see which model of Pseudo V-generation Mecha is the best.”
Hillis replied happily.
Upon hearing Hillis’s words, Su Ming replied with a smile.
“Pseudo V-generation Mecha aren’t that easy to buy. If I remember correctly, this item should be a top-tier controlled weapon.”
“Lord Su Ming, what you said is correct, but the situation has changed a little now.”
Olisa said to Su Ming with a smile.
“What change?”
Su Ming asked very curiously.
“The Federation recently, for some unknown reason, suddenly relaxed control over some weapons. Now, Fourth Generation Mecha can be sold. Although Pseudo V-generation Mecha haven’t been fully decontrolled, I heard that the restrictions have also been loosened.”
Olisa explained to Su Ming.
Hearing this, Su Ming was also very puzzled.
“There’s such a thing?”
“That’s right, and because the Federation relaxed its controls, the Apocalypse Divine Kingdom and Dark Star Empire also followed suit and relaxed theirs, which is why this weapons exhibition is happening.”
Olisa explained to Su Ming.
“Although the restrictions have been loosened, it shouldn’t be something anyone can just buy, right?”
Su Ming said while eating his meal.
“Of course. The Federation, Dark Star, and Apocalypse Divine Kingdom all have regulations. They won’t sell to each other’s personnel; they will only sell to Saint Jocks, Shabask Kingdom, and personnel from various Neutral Countries.”
Olisa explained to Su Ming.
Hearing this, Su Ming’s mind stirred.
He keenly detected a loophole in this rule: if the opposing party commissioned a third party to make the purchase, they could easily bypass the restrictions.
The Federation had no reason not to discover this loophole, yet the Federation still relaxed its controls. How tight must their economy be?
“Mr. Su Ming?”
Olisa saw that Su Ming hadn’t spoken for a long time, so she called out.
“Apologies, I got a bit distracted.”
Su Ming said apologetically.
“It’s fine, Mr. Su Ming. You should be very knowledgeable about mechas, right?”
“Passable, I know a thing or two.”
“You’re too modest. You’re definitely much stronger than us two laymen, after all, you’re a professional. I wonder if you’re free the day after tomorrow? How about we go to the weapons exhibition together?”
Olisa extended an invitation to Su Ming.
“No problem.”
Su Ming readily agreed.
He also wanted to see the weapons exhibition and check if there was anything worth buying.
“Then, at that time, we’ll trouble Mr. Su Ming to be our guide. Let’s toast with tea instead of wine.”
Olisa raised her teacup and proposed.
“Good!”
Su Ming and Hillis raised their teacups, and the three clinked them together.
Su Ming took a sip of snow tea, placed the teacup on the table, looked at Hillis who was close at hand, and a thought suddenly popped into his mind, then he said with a smile, “Miss Hillis, I have an impolite request, I don’t know if I should say it or not.”
“Mr. Su Ming, what is it?”
Hillis slowly raised her head, her clear and bright eyes looked at Su Ming, and her curved eyelashes moved slightly.
Olisa also looked at Su Ming curiously.
“It’s like this, I’m your fan, I really like the songs you sing, can I take a picture with you?”
Su Ming asked politely.
“No problem.”
Hillis was a little surprised to hear Su Ming’s words, but she still agreed.
For her, this kind of thing was completely normal.
“What do I think it is, I’ll help you take the picture.”
Olisa immediately stood up and said.
“Okay, thank you for your trouble.”
Su Ming replied in a very good mood.
At this time, Hillis got up and walked to Su Ming’s side, and the two sat side by side, looking at Olisa at the same time.
“Both look at me, and then smile!”
Olisa aimed the camera at Su Ming and Hillis.
Su Ming and Hillis looked at the camera, showing a faint smile.
Click!
The lens instantly froze.
“Okay, I’ll send you the photo.”
Olisa immediately sent the photo to Su Ming.
“Thank you!”
After Su Ming received the photo, a playful smile appeared on his face, and then he raised his wristband, connected to the interstellar cruise ship, and applied to send a remote message.
Soon a prompt popped up.
“Application approved!”
Su Ming immediately found Su Yuan’s contact information and sent the photo to him.
At this time, Hillis, who was beside him, saw Su Ming’s series of operations, and a strange expression suddenly appeared on her angelic face, then she asked Su Ming, “Mr. Su Ming, who are you sending this to?”
Su Ming heard Hillis’s words and replied with a smile, “Sending it to my brother Su Yuan, to share with him.”
“Are you sure you’re sending it to your brother? Not to an enemy?”
Hillis looked at Su Ming and asked in confusion.
“Haha, don’t worry, it’s nothing. I’m spurring him on, my brother is a bit immature and needs a little bit of stimulation.”
Su Ming said in a very good mood.
“Alright.”
Hillis replied somewhat helplessly.
In fact, she had felt something was wrong from the beginning, Su Ming didn’t look like her fan at all, but she didn’t expect Su Ming to operate like this.
Olisa listened to their conversation, also reacted, and said with a brilliant smile, “Mr. Su Ming, you’re being a bit murderous here, Mr. Su Yuan will probably be very depressed during this time.”
“It’s fine, let’s continue eating.”
Su Ming said with a smile.
“Okay!”
Olisa nodded.
—
The morning after tomorrow.
Su Ming got up very early and changed into a slightly more formal outfit.
Buzz!
At this time, a message popped up on his wristband.
“Mr. Su Ming, we are ready to depart. We will meet at the entrance of the City of Entertainment · Weapons Exhibition in half an hour. Don’t be late.”
Su Ming simply replied to the message, then walked to Little Gray’s side, stroked its head, and instructed, “I’m going out. Watch over that plant and my luggage. I’ll bring you something delicious when I get back.”
“Squeak, squeak.”
Little Gray nodded happily.
Su Ming then turned and left.
Half an hour later.
Su Ming arrived at the entrance of the City of Entertainment · Weapons Exhibition.
It was very lively here, with many tourists gathered, all of whom were either rich or noble.
Su Ming turned his head and looked around, searching for Olisa and Miss Hillis.
“Su Ming, over here!”
At this moment, a shout came.
Su Ming followed the sound and immediately saw Miss Olisa.
She had changed into a white lace dress, her hair was tied up, and she wore an exquisite hairpin.
As for Miss Hillis, she was still wearing a gray coat and a scarf, wrapped tightly.
Su Ming walked over and greeted them.
“You’re here.”
“Mmm, let’s go in, it looks so lively.”
Hillis said excitedly.
“Let’s go.”
Su Ming and Olisa walked inside.
The entire weapons exhibition was divided into two parts: an upper and a lower section.
The first half was for weapon display and exchange, where major weapon merchants had display booths in the exhibition area, showcasing their various weapons.
The second half was for live weapon performance, set up in the Starry Sky Observation Area at the end of the exhibition area.
As soon as Su Ming and the two women entered the exhibition area, they were greeted by various weapons displayed at the booths of different corporate groups.
Each booth was crowded with many viewing guests.
Beautiful women and handsome men in different styles of uniforms were enthusiastically explaining their weapons to the guests.
“Our company produces this Third Generation Mecha · Red Wing, which has excellent performance, especially its agility, which can fully rival the Federal classic Third Generation Mecha · Cyan Wing.”
“The model of this ship you are seeing now is a Level 4 light battleship produced by our company. Its performance is excellent, and it has over one hundred and twenty optional configurations. From the power unit down to the launch port, everything can be customized according to your needs.”
“This is our company’s latest Third Generation Exoskeleton Armor · Guardian, and its performance is outstanding.”
Su Ming and the two women walked forward, observing the physical weapons displayed in various exhibition areas.
Not only were Mecha sold here, but also warships and exoskeleton armor.
However, the prices displayed made Su Ming a bit speechless. Taking the Second Generation Mecha · Flame Rider as an example, its normal internal price was 20 million federal currency, and sometimes there would even be a small discount.
But the price displayed on the sign here was 25 million, which was not cheap.
At this moment, Hillis said excitedly, “Look quickly, isn’t that the Fourth Generation Mecha · Raging Beast displayed in the exhibition area ahead?”
Su Ming looked up and saw a giant exhibition area on the front left, where a very domineering Fourth Generation Mecha · Raging Beast was placed. The armor on the surface of the entire Mecha was polished so brightly that it could be used as a mirror.
Many male spectators surrounded the Raging Beast Mecha, discussing excitedly.
“The Raging Beast Mecha is a very famous Fourth Generation Mecha in the Dark Star Empire. Its armor and power are excellent, and it’s very cost-effective, similar to the Federation’s Shadow Killer.”
Su Ming introduced to the two women.
“I remember that Faerou Heavy Industry also produces Pseudo V-generation Mecha.”
Olisa said.
“That’s right, Faerou Heavy Industry does produce Pseudo V-generation Mecha, but I remember that the Dark Beast Mecha they produce is a heavy-duty Pseudo V-generation Mecha, which probably isn’t suitable for you.”
Su Ming said very professionally.
During this time, he had also researched a lot of information about Pseudo V-generation Mecha, and he basically understood the models and performance produced by various countries.
“Mmm!”
Hillis agreed.
As they walked forward, they saw a cool Fourth Generation Mecha-Thunder Control. And behind the Royal Thunder, there was also an enclosed projection area, projecting the Pseudo V-generation Mecha – Yu Lei Shen.
“Fourth Generation Mecha-Thunder Control! Su Ming, isn’t this from your Lei Shen Group?”
Olisa said to Su Ming with a smile.
“Yes.”
Su Ming was also a little surprised to see it; he hadn’t expected his family to have an exhibition here.
“Then let’s go take a look. Your family’s Pseudo V-generation Mecha – Yu Lei Shen is also very famous.”
Hillis said with great interest when she heard this.
“This…”
Su Ming was a little unsure how to respond for a moment.
Although he had returned to the family, he didn’t know most of the people in the family, nor did he know who was in charge of this exhibition, or if they would give him face.
“Mr. Su Ming, are you afraid that if we like it, you won’t give us a discount?”
Olisa asked with a smile.
“How could that be? I’m just worried that the weapons produced by my family won’t catch the eyes of the two young ladies.”
Su Ming replied awkwardly.
“How could that be? Lei Shen Group is one of the seven major weapon merchants in the Federation, and its strength is relatively strong.”
Olisa was very familiar with the Lei Shen Group.
“Then come along.”
Su Ming coughed and led them over.
In the Lei Shen Group exhibition area, female attendants in red cheongsams with curvaceous figures were explaining and introducing to the guests.
“The Thunder Mecha is a very classic weapon developed by our company, known for its speed. It is among the top in all Fourth Generation standard Mecha, and its armor protection level has reached a medium level. At the same time, its power burst is also very high…”
Su Ming led Olisa and the two women inside, arriving at the projection area of the Pseudo V-generation Mecha – Yu Lei Shen.
He introduced to Olisa and the two women, “This is the Pseudo V-generation Mecha – Yu Lei Shen produced by our group, known for its speed and explosive power. In its overfrequency state, the speed it bursts out is even comparable to that of ordinary V Generation Mecha…”
“The style looks pretty good.”
Hillis praised, looking at the projection of the Thunder God.
Su Ming’s mouth twitched slightly when he heard Hillis’s words. Sure enough, there was a difference between what women focused on when buying things and what men did.
Men generally cared more about performance, while Hillis looked at the appearance first.
At this moment, a somewhat stout, kind-faced middle-aged man saw Su Ming and the two women, then walked over and asked politely, “Three distinguished guests, are you interested in the Pseudo V-generation Mecha – Yu Lei Shen produced by our group?”
Olisa and Hillis looked at Su Ming with strange expressions when they heard the man’s words.
This man seemed to be the person in charge of the Lei Shen Group’s exhibition area, but he didn’t seem to recognize Su Ming.
Su Ming was also a bit awkward, but he still coughed and said, “Sixth Uncle, I’m Su Ming.”
Su Ming had seen Sixth Uncle · Su Cheng’s avatar in the family group, and he had even sent him red envelopes back then.
Su Cheng’s expression also froze when he heard Su Ming’s words.
He looked closely at Su Ming’s face, then reacted and patted his forehead.
“Look at my memory, so it’s nephew Su Ming, I didn’t expect you to be on the ship too.”
“Yes, uncle, these two are my friends. They want to buy weapons, so I brought them to the family booth to take a look.”
Su Ming said with a smile.
“Since they are your friends, then they are our own people. Feel free to tell us what weapon you like, and I’ll give you an internal price.”
Su Cheng said very readily.
“We’d like to inquire about this Pseudo V-generation Mecha – Yu Lei Shen.”
Hillis’s eyes lit up when she heard this, and she immediately spoke.
Su Cheng’s eyelids twitched when he heard Hillis’s words. He hadn’t expected Su Ming’s friends to be so generous, actually taking a liking to the Pseudo V-generation Mecha – Yu Lei Shen.
He knew that since their booth was set up, there hadn’t been many serious inquiries about Fourth Generation Mecha, because starting from Fourth Generation Mecha, the prices were super expensive.
This was the first time someone had inquired about the Pseudo V-generation Mecha – Yu Lei Shen.
However, Su Cheng did not show too much joy, but frowned and said, “Since the two of you are Su Ming’s friends, I won’t beat around the bush with you. Pseudo V-generation Mecha are very strictly controlled by the Federation. If you don’t have a special purchase permit from the Federation, we can’t sell them to you, no matter how high a price you offer.”
Su Ming heard this and turned to look at Olisa and Hillis.
“Do you two have one?”
“No, even our family finds it difficult to obtain a special Federal permit. You know, sometimes the Federation doesn’t even issue a single special purchase permit in a year.”
Olisa shook her head regretfully.
“I can get it.”
Hillis suddenly said something astonishing.
“Miss, are you not joking?”
Su Cheng’s heart suddenly jumped, and he asked in surprise.
“Miss Hillis is not joking, if she says she can get it, it should be fine.”
Su Ming explained to Su Cheng.
“You are Miss Hillis?”
Su Cheng’s face showed a very shocked expression when he heard Su Ming’s words.
“Yes, please keep it confidential.”
Hillis replied politely.
“No problem, come sit over here. I’ll make you some tea, and we can chat while we drink.”
Su Cheng’s face broke into a brilliant smile; a big deal was coming.
“Okay!”
Hillis and the other woman nodded.
Soon, Su Cheng led the three to the meeting table inside. He first brewed a pot of clear tea and poured a cup for everyone.
“Thank you.”
Su Ming and the two women replied politely.
“You’re welcome. Here are the detailed parameters and information for the Thunder God. You can take a look first. Of course, these parameters are not unchangeable; they can also be modified.”
Su Cheng took out a thick stack of documents and handed them to Hillis.
Hillis took the documents and began to read them, while Su Cheng walked over to her side and introduced and explained everything in meticulous detail.
Su Ming and Olisa sat quietly to the side, watching.
About half an hour later, after listening to Su Cheng’s detailed explanation, Hillis spoke with satisfaction.
“Mr. Su Cheng, could you provide me with a quotation?”
“No problem, please wait a moment, I’ll get it for you now.”
Su Cheng then turned and left.
After Su Ming and the two others waited for a while, Su Cheng returned with a quotation, smiling as he spoke.
“Miss Hillis, this is the price for the standard Thunder God.”
Hillis took it and glanced at it, her expression shifting slightly as she said.
“220 billion federal currency?”
“That’s right, this is a discounted price, it’s a very good deal. As you know, Pseudo V-generation Mecha are extremely expensive, and even with money, you can’t always buy them.”
Su Cheng said to Hillis.
At this moment, Olisa, who was nearby, also spoke with a smile.
“Mr. Su Cheng, you’re right. However, you’ve overlooked one thing: there are very few customers in this market who possess the purchase qualification license. And you’re not the only one selling Pseudo V-generation Mecha; there are several others nearby. My Hillis is sincere about buying a Pseudo V-generation Mecha, and we hope you can also give us a sincere price.”
Upon hearing Olisa’s words, Su Ming secretly praised her, thinking that this woman was indeed formidable, her bargaining directly hitting the mark.
Su Cheng’s brows furrowed upon hearing Olisa’s words. It was a big fish he had finally caught, and he couldn’t let it get away like this. So he spoke.
“You’re right, Miss. Please wait here for a moment, Su Ming, come with me.”
“Okay!”
Su Ming immediately stood up and followed Su Cheng, walking towards the back.
After they reached the back, Su Cheng lowered his voice and said to Su Ming.
“Su Ming, very few people are qualified to buy Pseudo V-generation Mecha. This is a big business deal for the family. Can you think of a way to make this deal happen?”
“Sixth Uncle, tell me the bottom line, what is the selling price of the Thunder God?”
Su Ming asked calmly.
“Alright, I’ll give you the lowdown. Our group usually sells to the Federal Government for between 160 billion and 170 billion. But this is for external sales, so the price can’t be that low. After all, renting this booth costs money, and there are labor costs and so on; we also need to make a profit. Moreover, this customer was introduced by you, and I also need to leave you some commission, so 220 billion is a normal price.”
Su Cheng explained to Su Ming.
Su Ming pondered in silence after hearing Su Cheng’s words.
He had analyzed the material list given to him by the family. The main materials for the Pseudo V-generation Mecha – Yu Lei Shen were actually half Level 5 ore – titanium chromium ore and half Level 4 ore – vibranium. The amount of Eternal Metal added was not much, so the overall cost should be around 120 billion.
As for the main materials used in standard V Generation Mecha, the minimum is Level 5 titanium chromium ore, and the added Eternal Metal content must exceed twenty percent, of course, the more added, the better.
Thinking of this, Su Ming spoke.
“Sixth Uncle, how about this, you don’t need to give me my commission, just quote her 200 billion.”
“Are you sure?”
Su Cheng asked hesitantly.
“Mm.”
Su Ming nodded slightly in response.
“Alright then, let’s go.”
Su Cheng immediately agreed.
The two returned to the negotiation table, and Su Cheng smiled at Hillis, saying.
“Miss Hillis, I just spoke with Su Ming, and he strongly urged me to give you the lowest price. I really had no choice but to reluctantly lower the price. If you wish to purchase, it will only be 200 billion federal currency.”
Upon hearing this price, Hillis’s heart was immediately moved.
However, before Hillis could speak, Olisa interjected.
“Mr. Su Cheng, 200 billion is indeed a good price, but it’s still a little bit off. For Su Ming’s sake, how about 190 billion?”
“This price won’t work, it’s too low.”
Su Cheng said, looking troubled.
At this moment, Su Ming pondered for a moment and then spoke.
“How about this, you both take a step back, how about 195 billion?”
“Good!”
Olisa and Su Cheng exchanged glances, then agreed.
Hillis was very happy to hear that.
“Mr. Su Cheng, can the Thunder God be customized in pink?”
Su Ming was also stunned to hear Hillis’s words; she actually wanted to customize the color.
Upon hearing Hillis’s words, Su Cheng’s face immediately broke into a brilliant smile, and he said with great joy,
“Of course, no problem, but custom colors are very expensive.”
“Can’t I get a discount?”
“Others can’t, but of course, you can, I’ll give you fifty percent off!”
“That’s great! Can I choose some other optional items? Like a built-in dressing table in the cockpit, a frozen storage cabinet, and so on.”
Hillis asked, delighted.
“No problem, you can choose whatever optional items you want.”
Su Cheng picked up the optional items list and handed it to Hillis.
Hillis picked up a pen and started checking off items, while Su Cheng raised his wristband and began adding and subtracting.
When Hillis had finished selecting all the optional items, Su Cheng finally quoted a price of 210 billion.
Su Ming looked at this price, his heart filled with mixed emotions. The profit on these weapons was truly high; selling one could almost produce two. The money he earned fighting for his life on the battlefield wasn’t as fast as selling a few weapons.
It made Su Ming even want to quit and become a salesman, but he quickly dismissed that thought.
Reason told him that such orders were rare. After all, those with money to buy didn’t have the purchase qualification, and those with the purchase qualification probably couldn’t afford it.
At this moment, Su Cheng said with a chuckle.
“Miss Hillis, if you have no objection to this price, we can sign the contract now.”
Just as Hillis was about to agree, Olisa reached out and stopped her, smiling as she said to Su Cheng.
“Mr. Su Cheng, thank you very much for your quotation, but this is a large order after all, and we still need to compare it with a few other companies.”
“Understood.”
Although Su Cheng felt a bit regretful, he wasn’t angry.
Orders of this caliber are rarely finalized in one go; some clients go back and forth for years, which is quite normal.
“Then we’ll go look at other booths first. Thank you for your hospitality.”
Olisa stood up and said with a smile.
“I’ll see you out!”
Su Cheng said with a beaming smile.
“Sixth Uncle, there’s no need to trouble yourself so much, we can just go by ourselves. You have so many guests here, you need to keep an eye on them.”
Su Ming said to Su Cheng.
“Alright, then take care.”
As Su Cheng bid farewell to Su Ming, he secretly winked at Su Ming, asking him to help facilitate the deal.
Su Ming subtly nodded, understanding his meaning, then led Hillis and Olisa away.
When the three left the Lei Shen Group exhibition area, Olisa apologized to Su Ming.
“Mr. Su Ming, please don’t mind any offense taken during the price discussion just now.”
“Not at all, I think you did very well. It’s normal to conduct business as business. As Miss Hillis’s best friend, you naturally have to consider her, and as the introducer, I actually shouldn’t say too much.”
Su Ming replied very candidly.
“Mm!”
Olisa and Hillis both looked at Su Ming with increased respect upon hearing his words.
They could sense that Su Ming’s words came from the heart, not a false pretense.
At this moment, Su Ming noticed the booth diagonally opposite, which displayed the Fourth Generation Mecha – Light Shadow, and he proactively spoke.
“That booth opposite seems to belong to Apocalypse Divine Kingdom · Saint Rustan Interstellar Heavy Industry Group. Their Pseudo V-generation Mecha – Radiant Messenger is also very famous. How about we go take a look?”
“Alright!”
Olisa and Hillis nodded in agreement.
The three then walked towards the booth opposite.
At this moment, inside the Saint Rustan Interstellar Heavy Industry Group’s booth, a woman dressed in a white robe, with long cyan hair, fair skin, outstanding beauty, and a charming demeanor, saw Su Ming and the two women approaching, and a brilliant smile immediately appeared on her face.
She had been observing Su Ming and the two women for a long time; they had been talking with Su Cheng for a long time, clearly indicating they were important customers.
Therefore, as Su Ming and the two women approached, she immediately went to greet them and said.
“Hello, three esteemed guests, I am An Lu, manager of Saint Rustan Interstellar Heavy Industry Group. Is there anything I can do for you?”
“We’d like to see your Pseudo V-generation Mecha – Radiant Messenger.”
Olisa directly asked on behalf of Hillis.
An Lu’s eyes immediately lit up upon hearing this; it was indeed a big fish, but she still cautiously asked.
“Three distinguished guests, purchasing a Pseudo V-generation Mecha requires a special purchase qualification certificate from our country, otherwise, we cannot sell it.”
“That’s not a problem.”
Hillis stated directly.
Upon hearing this, Su Ming grew even more surprised. This Hillis was not just ordinarily formidable; she could even secure the Apocalypse’s purchase qualification certificate.
“That’s wonderful! I’ll now give you a detailed introduction to the parameters of the Pseudo V-generation Mecha – Radiant Messenger.”
An Lu’s face broke into a brilliant smile.
“Thank you for your trouble.”
Hillis replied politely.
“It’s my pleasure. First, our Pseudo V-generation Mecha – Radiant Messenger is equipped with the CWC-01 High-Energy Nuclear Fusion Power Device.”
An Lu explained to Su Ming and the two women with great professionalism.
Half an hour later, after listening to An Lu’s explanation, Su Ming’s face showed a hint of admiration.
The performance of this Pseudo V-generation Mecha – Radiant Messenger is truly impressive, not at all inferior to the Thunder God.
“How is it, are you satisfied?”
An Lu asked with a smile.
“Not bad, can you give me a price?”
Hillis replied with satisfaction.
“No problem, but Miss, do you need to select any optional features?”
“Yes.”
“We have many optional items here; I’ll show them to you now.”
An Lu raised her wristband and tapped it.
Swish!
A miniature projection immediately appeared, displaying various optional devices.
Among them, a miniature crystal energy power device could be added, and external floating cannons and other devices could also be mounted. The most eye-catching was a slender white particle spear.
Upon seeing it, Su Ming’s gaze was immediately drawn.
At this moment, Hillis looked at these optional items, but was not very interested.
An Lu, seeing that Hillis hadn’t spoken for a long time, asked cautiously.
“Miss, is there nothing you like?”
Just as Hillis was about to speak, Su Ming suddenly interjected.
“Didn’t you say the main weapon had to be good? This particle spear seems pretty good.”
Hillis was also slightly stunned, but immediately reacted and said.
“Right, how much is this particle spear?”
“Miss, you truly have excellent taste! This Floating Light Spear is our group’s most famous weapon, and its destructive power is incredibly strong. If you like it, I can include it in your optional items list, and once you’ve chosen your configuration, I’ll give you a combined quote.”
An Lu said with a smile.
“Okay, I also want to customize the color.”
Hillis nodded, continuing to state her needs.
“No problem, what color would you like?”
“Pink, please.”
“Good!”
An Lu happily recorded the order.
Twenty minutes later, Hillis finished selecting all the configurations, then asked,
“What’s the total cost?”
“The total is 180.7 billion, I’ll give you a discount, so 180 billion will be fine.”
An Lu said with a smile.
Hillis and Olisa were both stunned when they heard the price.
Su Ming’s mind also went blank for a moment. The price was so low?
This was trouble now. Hillis had chosen more optional items here than for the Thunder God, including an additional main weapon, yet the price was still 30 billion cheaper.
It was highly likely that Hillis and Olisa would think that he and Su Cheng had taken them for fools.
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