Okens replied with a wide grin.
"After the discount, 200 billion!"
Adco quoted bluntly.
Upon hearing 200 billion Federation Coins, Su Ming’s eyelid twitched, so expensive?
Although he chose the camouflage device that alone costs 100 billion, all the configurations combined wouldn’t exceed 140 billion, yet their manual labor still costs 60 billion after the discount.
However, he restrained himself from speaking out, leaving everything to Okens.
When Okens heard Adco’s quote, he couldn’t help but twitch his face, but he still smiled and said.
"Dr. Adco, you might not know, but my nephew here is a General of the Thirteenth Legion, a trusted right-hand of the dignitary. You should offer us a better price."
Hearing Okens’s words, Su Ming couldn’t help but glance at Okens.
Truly a seasoned old politician, he could say such words so naturally, and there wasn’t anything wrong with what he said.
Upon hearing Okens’s words, Dr. Adco furrowed his brows tightly.
He had a momentary change of expression, then opened his mouth to say.
"Since he is a trusted lieutenant of the dignitary, 180 billion!"
"Oh dear, only 20 billion off, that’s too little. How about 150 billion?"
"150 billion, are you joking?"
Dr. Adco responded with a grim face.
This price practically slashes the entire manual cost. While he disdains accepting external commissions, having agreed to it, he can’t possibly not make a profit.
"That’s about it, consider it a favor for the dignitary, make a little less profit."
Vice City Lord Okens said with a hearty laugh.
Dr. Adco’s old face immediately twitched.
He wanted to argue, but it was difficult to refute; if the words got to the dignitary’s ears, it could spell trouble.
Finally, Dr. Adco said irritably.
"Alright, on account of the dignitary, I’ll take it for 150 billion."
"Oh yes, there’s one more thing."
Okens suddenly thought of something and quickly said.
Dr. Adco asked impatiently.
"What else do you want? Let me make it clear, there’s no more negotiating the price."
"It’s not about the price, just that you prioritize this order for production. Otherwise, if the dignitary sends Su Ming on a mission, his mecha isn’t ready in time, it will cause trouble."
Okens said with a merry tone.
"Got it."
Adco replied in ill-humor.
Upon hearing this, Su Ming felt both happy and burdened.
He was glad that he found the right person, as Okens indeed managed to cut the price significantly. But the burden was that even after the cut, it still required 150 billion Federation Coins.
That’s not a small amount.
"Then it’s settled! I’ll have Su Ming send the materials over to you at once."
Okens said with great satisfaction.
"We’ll start as soon as the materials arrive, but shouldn’t you pay up now."
Adco said directly.
Hearing this, Su Ming’s heart sank; he currently didn’t have that kind of money.
Seeing the change in Su Ming’s expression, Okens immediately knew that he didn’t have enough money on him and then said to Adco.
"You guys go ahead with production first. The money is definitely coming, but it’s such a massive sum, surely they need a little time to prepare. I’ll guarantee it’s into the Xiguang Laboratory account within a month!"
"Fine, any other matters? If not, I need to get busy."
Adco couldn’t be bothered to waste more words with Okens.
"No, no, you’re free to go about your business. Su Ming, let’s go!"
Okens promptly led Su Ming away as he didn’t want to stay here any longer.
....
Starlight City·Council Administrative Building.
The black hovercar drove in and parked in the designated space.
Su Ming and Okens got out.
"Su Ming, I’ve managed everything for you. Quickly send the materials to Xiguang Laboratory. Also, gather the money as soon as possible and wire it to them; you can’t delay payments to Xiguang Laboratory, or they really won’t give you the mecha."
Okens, a bit worried, reminded Su Ming.
"I understand, thank you so much for today."
Su Ming said gratefully.
"No need to be so formal, we’re all family. I won’t chat much longer, I have a lot of official duties to handle."
Okens patted Su Ming on the shoulder as he spoke.
"Alright, take care."
Su Ming replied respectfully.
Okens nodded slightly and headed towards the elevator.
Su Ming turned and left, heading towards his black supercar.
...
Several hours later.
Golden Light Street·Morris Interstellar Bank.
Su Ming walked out from inside, heading toward the supercar parked by the curb.
He opened the door and sat in the driver’s seat, pressing his temples with distress.
Though he had sent the materials to Xiguang Laboratory, the funding gap was larger than he anticipated.
He originally had 173+ billion Federation Coins, lent 100 billion to Su Yuan, leaving only 73+ billion.
The interstellar cruise ship handed him a Black Card. Su Ming just checked, and it only had 10 billion. In other words, he only had 83+ billion on hand, but now he needed to pay 1500 billion.
Just then, Su Ming’s wristband vibrated; he looked down to check the message.
"Dear Mr. Su Ming, your account has received 25.1 billion...."
Su Ming was stunned by the popped-up message, then opened it to view the detailed info.
He quickly understood that this money was bonus shares sent by Sixth Uncle, likely exactly 25 billion, but he added another 100 million.
This Sixth Uncle really knows how to do business.
However, Su Ming still couldn’t feel elated looking at the account balance; he was still short of funds by a substantial margin.
Looks like he would have to return to the Su Family once, to borrow money from the family. Otherwise, it’s impossible to gather that much money in a short time; would the family even be willing to lend him that much?