Shadows of the Deep Space-Chapter 747 - 376: Open Rivalry and Secret Manipulation (Five in One)
Chapter 747: Chapter 376: Open Rivalry and Secret Manipulation (Five in One)
The Shatake Sovereign scanned the attendees with muddled eyes, pressed both hands onto the armrests, stood up, and said with a smile.
"The matters have been discussed, I have arranged accommodations at the hotel for you all. Go back, have a good rest, and enjoy this rare festivity. I have other matters to attend to, excuse me!"
"Yes!"
Everyone responded promptly.
After speaking, the Shatake Sovereign left through the side door of the hall with his hands behind his back, his steps slightly quick.
Seeing the Shatake Sovereign leave, Vice City Lord Okens hurriedly chased after him.
"Shatake Sovereign, please wait."
He shouted from behind the Shatake Sovereign.
The Shatake Sovereign stopped his pace, paused for a few seconds, then slowly turned around to look at Okens, and said with a smile.
"Ah, Lord Okens! Long time no see."
"Shatake Sovereign, indeed, it’s been a long time."
The Vice City Lord Okens replied politely.
"By the way, why is it you this time? Didn’t the Council Chairman come?"
Shatake stared at Vice City Lord Okens and asked.
"No, they are caught up in trifles, really too busy."
Okens was slightly taken aback, but quickly explained with a smile.
Upon hearing Okens’ words, the Shatake Sovereign’s muddled eyes flickered slightly, and he said with a slight sadness.
"That’s quite unfortunate, it’s been a century since I’ve seen him."
"Indeed, it’s quite unfortunate, but there will be opportunities in the future."
Okens replied stiffly.
"Well, how is the Council Chairman’s health lately?"
Shatake inquired with concern.
Hearing this, Okens’ heart skipped a beat, then he replied with a smile.
"Quite well, the elder is also concerned about your health, Shatake Sovereign, so he has specially sent me to visit you."
"My health is very good, as you can see, I am full of energy now. As for recently, it was just a small illness, but now it is no longer a big issue."
"That’s good, by the way, Lord Sovereign, regarding the Light Glow Agreement."
"Lord Okens, regarding the Light Glow Agreement, everything remains the same. If you feel dissatisfied and want a larger share, the opportunity I have given you, you should grasp this chance well!"
The Shatake Sovereign advised Vice City Lord Okens.
"Thank you!"
Okens replied promptly.
"By the way, Lord Okens, I have a matter I would like to request your help with."
The Shatake Sovereign suddenly asked proactively.
"Please do tell."
Okens replied respectfully.
"When you return to the Federation, please convey a message to the Council Chairman for me, tell him that after a century without seeing him, he is dearly missed!"
The Shatake Sovereign’s eyes grew misty, as he spoke sincerely. freёwebnoѵel.com
Upon hearing this, Lord Okens felt relieved immediately and then said.
"Alright, I will definitely convey it."
"Thank you, I have matters to attend to, so I won’t keep you."
The Shatake Sovereign said with a smile.
"No problem, then I will take my leave first."
Okens replied respectfully to the Shatake Sovereign, then turned and left.
The Shatake Sovereign watched the departing figure of Vice City Lord Okens, then turned around and quickly left with a blank expression.
Inside the banquet hall.
Commander Alekde and Su Ming, along with others, did not leave, but patiently awaited Okens.
Soon, they saw Vice City Lord Okens return.
Before Commander Alekde could ask, Okens spoke up.
"Let’s go!"
"Alright."
Everyone nodded in agreement.
...
After more than half an hour.
Su Ming and others, under the guidance of personnel from the Shabask Kingdom, checked into the seven-star Twin Hotel.
The entire hotel comprised two humanoid towers intertwined with each other, having a very peculiar shape.
This hotel is one of the top hotels in the Shabask Kingdom, and at this time, it was entirely vacated to accommodate the Federation Envoy Group.
At this moment, Su Ming and other General Level personnel gathered in the room where Vice City Lord Okens was staying, standing orderly.
Commander Alekde signaled to Su Ming and others.
Su Ming and others dispersed, searching every corner of the suite and nearby rooms for any monitoring devices.
Soon, they finished the search, and Admiral Taite reported quietly.
"All clear."
After hearing this, Commander Alekde looked towards Vice City Lord Okens and asked.
"How was your conversation with the Shatake Sovereign?"
"Not bad, the health of the Shatake Sovereign is not as terrible as rumored, and he is still on our side, but he wants the Federation to demonstrate its strength."
Vice City Lord Okens said solemnly.
Commander Alekde relaxed somewhat upon hearing this, then said stably.
"This is normal, after all, it’s been a century, many things have changed, it’s normal for him to doubt the Federation’s strength."
"Yes, hence this Star Storage activity is especially important, we must win. This is not just to prove our strength, but also for that 10% trade tax and 10% Star Swallower revenue! The Federation needs this revenue currently."
Vice City Lord Okens said seriously.
"Indeed!"
Commander Alekde nodded in agreement.
At this time, Major General Zhou Mu asked curiously.
"Lord Alekde, what exactly is the Star Storage activity?"
"This Star Storage is a traditional activity of the Shabask Kingdom, the specifics of the competition are simple, it’s about entering wormhole space-time to seek resource points, to prepare for next year’s Star Swallower extraction. Whoever finds the best resource point wins! Of course, it’s not aimless searching, the Shabask Kingdom possesses a wormhole astrometer and has its wormhole passage, which can lead to unexplored areas rich in resources."
Commander Alekde explained to everyone.
