Lord Omid smiled and said.
"This...."
Su Ming was also taken aback, is this trying to poach him?
"Lord Su Ming, if you think it’s not enough, I can also give you command over the Star Destroyer Fleet."
Omid continued to increase the stakes.
He thought highly of Su Ming, who was young yet exceptionally talented, a rare find.
Su Ming, hearing Omid’s words, was tempted.
This was an attempt to recruit him to serve as the military commander for the Shabask Kingdom.
Honestly, Omid’s offer was incredibly generous, claiming he wasn’t tempted would be a lie.
To be frank! Working for a tycoon as a subordinate is quite enjoyable, with good pay and little responsibility, plus significant authority!
But the only downside is the ceiling is too low. Even though the Federation can’t offer such good conditions, it’s the only platform to pursue further goals.
Thus, Su Ming politely declined.
"Sorry, I’m quite comfortable serving in the Federation, and I have ties there that are hard to sever. Thank you for your offer, Lord Omid."
"No worries, my offer stands anytime; just let me know when you want to join, Mr. Su Ming!"
Omid, though slightly disappointed, still said with a smile.
"Alright!"
Su Ming replied courteously.
.....
A few days later.
Level 5 Battleship·Light Shuttle exited the wormhole, heading towards the World Eye.
Su Ming changed into his military uniform and stepped out of the infirmary.
An Ruoxue and Lin Chuyu immediately came up to him, following on either side.
"Are you sure you’re okay? Do you feel unwell anywhere?"
Lin Chuyu asked with concern.
"I’m fine, apart from feeling a bit physically uncomfortable and these blood marks on me, everything else is alright."
Su Ming replied with a smile.
"These blood marks on you look like tattoos; anyone who doesn’t know might think you’re a gangster."
An Ruoxue teased with a laugh.
"Haha, now that you mention it, it does look somewhat like that."
Su Ming laughed while chatting with An Ruoxue, walking towards the observation deck.
...
Soon, the three reached the observation deck, looking out into the distant starry sky, a giant mechanical curvature ring appeared before them.
Floating all around were battleships.
"If we pass through that curvature ring, we should be able to return to the World Eye."
Su Ming said reflectively.
"Yeah! This Star Storage event is finally about to end."
Lin Chuyu nodded in agreement.
"Sigh~ A mining expedition nearly cost several lives; next time, we shouldn’t blindly join the fun."
An Ruoxue stretched lazily, expressing her emotions.
"Haha!"
Su Ming couldn’t help but laugh out loud after hearing An Ruoxue’s words.
Soon, Level 5 Battleship·Light Shuttle entered the curvature ring.
The scene in front twisted instantly, followed by an earth-shattering change in the surroundings.
Light Shuttle appeared in the starry sky in front of the World Eye.
At this moment, Lan Ning’s voice came over the broadcast.
"Everyone, Light Shuttle is about to dock at the external space station of the World Eye. Once docking is complete, everyone please return to the World Eye using mechas."
"Let’s go, Commander, lead us to welcome victory!"
An Ruoxue said cheerfully to Su Ming.
"Alright!"
Su Ming nodded slightly, moving towards the side platform.
...
A short time later.
Light Shuttle’s exit opened.
One mecha after another flew out from inside, heading towards the World Eye.
At this time, a thick crowd gathered on the Star Wall, excitedly waving their hands at the returning Federation mechas and shouting.
"Welcome back!"
....
Inside the Dark Fang Mecha cockpit.
Su Ming looked at the cheering crowd on the Star Wall, his expression complex.
These people were entirely unaware of what had transpired, still immersed in the joy of the festival, completely ignorant that the Shabask Kingdom nearly underwent a massive change.
Su Ming felt a plethora of emotions as he shook his head.
And as the Federation team flew past the Star Wall, countless fireworks shot up into the sky.
Boom boom!
The splendid fireworks blossomed in the starry sky, symbolizing all participating teams had returned.
Soon, Su Ming and others’ mechas all flew to the right side of the palace’s landing area.
Bang!
Mechas landed neatly in their designated positions.
Everyone quickly opened their mecha cockpits and floated down.
At this moment, Vice City Lord Okens, who had been waiting, immediately rushed forward, hurriedly inquiring of Su Ming.
"Su Ming, how is it?"
"Lord Okens, look over there!"
Su Ming showed a slight smile and said to Vice City Lord Okens.
Vice City Lord Okens turned to look at Omid’s landing area, where Prince Murtle the Third was being escorted down, his face confused as he asked.
"What’s going on? Weren’t you on a mining expedition, how did you end up capturing Prince Murtle the Third?"
"It’s a complicated story; let’s talk while we walk."
Su Ming said with a smile to Okens.
"Alright!"
Okens quickly responded.
Everyone then headed towards the palace.
At this moment, as Gabres and another person walked behind, watching the increasingly cheerful face of Vice City Lord Okens, they couldn’t help but shake their heads.
Thinking about the upcoming debrief with Commander Alekde made their heads ache.
.....
A moment later.
Su Ming and others entered the grand, golden hall.
Shatake Sovereign was seated on the throne, after a month of absence, his face appeared sunken, as though he had aged decades overnight.
Prime Minister Banat stood respectfully beside Shatake Sovereign.
Meanwhile, chairs were arranged on both sides of the hall, with representatives like Archbishop Deshier from the Heavenly Revelation Divine Country, Limi, and others from the Dark Star Empire such as Atkern seated on the left side.