The Seventh Base-Chapter 485 - 86 Not a Good Thing_2

Chapter 485: Chapter 86 Not a Good Thing_2

“From the information I received, Guffu was only targeting the Divine Sword Bureau. He wanted to obtain the Super Energy Body for the Federation Government, not the Divine Sword Bureau. Since he killed people from the Divine Sword Bureau and Ye Huan eliminated him without any pursuit from the Federation Government, the matter has been dropped,” Elder Xiang said. “But the issue with the Super Energy Weapon is of great significance, and the Divine Sword Bureau has always advocated leveraging the aliens. You know better than I do that our capabilities are inferior to those of Lancelot Star. Is this really the time for infighting?”

“Elder Xiang, this is not infighting but caution,” Ge Hong said.

“The Federation Government will thoroughly investigate all the personnel involved in the research to ensure everything is clean,” Elder Xiang continued.

“Elder Xiang, the Divine Sword Bureau will make every effort to complete the research task,” Ge Hong insisted.

There was silence for a moment before Elder Xiang spoke again, “Ge Hong, do not forget whose blood runs through your veins.”

After saying that, Elder Xiang hung up the Communicator.

The Divine Sword Bureau was spun off from the group that founded the Federation. The control of the Divine Sword Bureau is extremely important, naturally not something to be handed to outsiders. Ge Hong is a descendant of one of the founders of the Federation.

After hanging up the Communicator, Ge Hong said, “Have Xu Mo contact the Stark Group. Both parties will share research findings and collaborate. There’s no time left.”

“Alright.” Shi Qiang nodded, quickly left to find Xu Mo.

Xu Mo contacted Stark Hao, and the two sides quickly reached a consensus. The research teams would meet to exchange findings and collaborate.

The threat of war loomed larger, and time was increasingly pressing.

……

With the Federation on a wartime footing, the atmosphere in Chuanxing City was tense. If Lancelot Star were to attack, it would certainly target the capital, Chuanxing City first.

The citizens of Chuanxing City were rushing to buy weapons and equipment, especially defensive Armor. All types of defensive gear on the market, strong or weak, were being frenziedly snapped up.

As days passed, the warships of Lancelot Star didn’t arrive, but the atmosphere in Chuanxing City remained oppressive.

Everyone understood that wars aren’t started with just a declaration; a lot of preliminary work is needed, and planetary approval is necessary. Previously, it was just an individual threat from the people in the Lancelot Star leasehold area and had not yet received planetary approval.

Facing the reality of war, the citizens of Chuanxing City began to waver again. The urgent atmosphere kindled fear in many people.

At the height of emotions, people can be impulsive, and emotions can influence actions. But when calmer, no one wants to face death, particularly those with families.

Thus, more anti-war factions appeared in Chuanxing City, hoping for a negotiation with Lancelot Star.

Even a minority suggested handing Xu Mo over to the Lancelot Star People to avoid war.

Regarding this, the media of Chuanxing City engaged in a fierce debate.

Ye Qingdie was very angry when she saw these matters. Although it was only a minority view, she was still upset.

Chuanxing City, castle.

Xu Mo and Zero had come here, essentially to keep an appointment. Xu Mo had promised Zero a long time ago but had never come before.

At the dining table, the atmosphere was still awkward. Xu Mo appeared rather silent.

“Master Qiong, can Byron Star win against Lancelot Star?” Zero asked, as she did not know much about these matters.

“They are bound to lose,” Master Qiong said. “Byron Star, although it has had interstellar contact, has had too little experience. Moreover, they have never engaged in external wars, always focusing on recuperating and developing. Although they are progressing, they fundamentally do not understand war or grasp the extent of their strength.”

Xu Mo felt a ripple inside. Are we bound to lose?

After a moment of silence, Zero spoke again, “Master Qiong, can you protect Xu Mo?”

Master Qiong looked at Zero. Her mother also looked at her.

Xu Mo kept his head down, feeling very awkward as if he were relying on others to support him.

Zero’s eyes moved to Master Qiong, not avoiding anyone’s gaze.

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“Xu Mo,” at that moment, Zero’s mother spoke.

“Auntie,” Xu Mo said as he looked up.

“I heard from Master Qiong that you and Captain Xi from Divine Sword Team spent quite some time aboard the warship,” Zero’s mother said.

Xu Mo showed a different expression. Surely Zero’s mother didn’t suspect anything between him and Captain Xi?

“Yes, we were trapped on the warship for a while, but there were many novel things there to pass the time,” Xu Mo said.

“Didn’t you find anything else?” Zero’s mother looked at Xu Mo inquiringly.

Xu Mo looked into her eyes, feeling as if she could see right through him.

Master Qiong was more composed. When Master Qiong had picked them up the last time, she had entered the warship with him, and she might have noticed something.

“Yes,” Xu Mo said. He had come this time to ask for Master Qiong’s help.

Otherwise, he wouldn’t want to dine with them—wasn’t dining alone with Zero delightful?

“What did you find?” Zero’s mother asked.

“The warship is from the Cos Civilization; it contains some memories of the warship crew members, sealed within a memory crystal. I saw quite a lot, and additionally, I accidentally found the energy controller of the warship,” Xu Mo said, looking at Zero’s mother.

Zero’s mother seemed unsurprised, which made Xu Mo think that the old witch, Qiong, had indeed figured some things out.

“So, you were able to bring some weapons and equipment from the warship, brought back two Mechas and some superpower weapons?” Zero’s mother said.

“Yes.” Xu Mo nodded.

“You gave Zero a memory crystal?” Zero’s mother said.

“……”

Zero’s eyes turned to Xu Mo, and she blinked, having never considered, and also sent the wrong one…

Xu Mo hung his head, this woman was too incredible.

“Auntie, with you and Qiong caring for Zero, naturally she won’t lack anything. I didn’t know when I would be able to return from the warship, so I recorded some memories in the memory crystal, which felt quite meaningful,” Xu Mo said, steeling himself.

Zero’s mother glanced at him and listened as Zero softly said, “I really like it.”

Xu Mo lowered his head, touched; he still remembered the scene when Zero received the memory crystal and swung a sword at him.

“If Zero likes other things from the warship, naturally she can have them too. Qiong, could you please take another trip to the warship and bring back more items for Zero to choose from?” Xu Mo said.

“You’re planning to bring back weapons, right?” Zero’s mother mercilessly exposed Xu Mo.

“After all these days, can you still ensure that nothing has changed on the warship?” Zero’s mother asked Xu Mo with a meaningful gaze.

“There should be no problem,” Xu Mo said.

“In the deep sea, it’s not so convenient for Qiong to find the location again,” Zero’s mother continued.

“There should be huge energy waves on the warship. The giant beast has keen senses and might be able to detect it,” Xu Mo explained.

“Ask Qiong,” Zero’s mother said.

Xu Mo looked at Qiong.

“Qiong,” Zero called softly.

Qiong glanced at Zero and nodded.

“Thank you, Qiong,” Xu Mo expressed his gratitude.

“Let’s eat,” Zero’s mother said, and the group continued with their meal.

After eating, Xu Mo instructed Qiong on some matters and then left the castle with Zero.

War might break out at any moment; he had to be prepared.

After Xu Mo and Zero left.

Zero’s mother sighed. Some things were beyond control, but Xu Mo himself was excellent, so she was not so resistant.

“Qiong, what do you think?” Zero’s mother asked Qiong.

“He must have taken control of the warship,” Qiong began, recalling her last visit inside the warship, where her spiritual power sensed some things. At that time, she suspected that Xu Mo might have controlled the warship.

Now, hearing Xu Mo’s words, there seemed to be no doubt.

“What is your opinion of him?” Zero’s mother asked.

“This guy is no good,” Qiong said bluntly, “Zero is completely under his control.”

Opportunistic.

Teacher, old witch?

Mischievous brat.

“I think so too; Zero has been protected too well by us, never having had contact with others, and he deceived her,” Zero’s mother said, “This scoundrel, we’ll give him a taste of hardship if we get the chance.”

“Yes,” Qiong nodded, “I’ll head out now.”

“Thank you,” Zero’s mother said, and Qiong subsequently left.

On his way back, Xu Mo sneezed and wondered who was speaking ill of him behind his back?