Shadows of the Deep Space-Chapter 752 - 376 Open and Secret Struggles (5-in-1)_6

"Commander Alekde, you should know very well that I am a man of my word. Any promise I make is one I can keep. You’ve lived here for most of your life, working hard even if you haven’t achieved much. Shouldn’t you be thinking about yourself a bit? Plus, isn’t it true that whoever rises to power, rises? Don’t you think I’m right?"

Commander Alekde looked at Merit, also aware that this guy was someone capable of big things—not only meticulous in thought but also willing to take decisive action. He then opened his mouth to praise him.

"Merit, today you’ve truly surprised me. If the other Princes had your boldness, they’d probably have succeeded long ago!"

"Thank you, Commander Alekde, for your praise. I toast you with a cup of tea."

Merit flashed a bright smile and raised his teacup.

"Good!"

Commander Alekde nodded in response.

...

Elsewhere, Su Ming borrowed a black hovercar and headed towards the Muyin Club.

As he approached the Muyin Club, he saw Vice City Lord Okens standing at the club’s entrance from afar, flanked by two bodyguards in black suits and wearing sunglasses.

Su Ming then slowed down and parked the car in front of Vice City Lord Okens.

Okens immediately spoke to the two bodyguards behind him.

"You don’t need to follow me; Su Ming will take care of my safety."

"Yes!"

The two bodyguards responded immediately.

Vice City Lord Okens then opened the car door and sat in the passenger seat.

Su Ming quickly started the car and drove away.

At this point, Okens asked Su Ming in a deep voice.

"What important matter is it?"

"I’ve gotten in touch with Seventh Prince Lord Omid; he wants to meet you in person to discuss cooperation."

Su Ming replied simply to Lord Okens.

"Well done!"

Upon hearing Su Ming’s words, Okens’ tense expression slightly relaxed, and he smiled with praise.

"Thank you for the praise, Lord."

Su Ming said with a smile.

At that moment, Su Ming suddenly saw through the rear-view mirror that a black hovercar seemed to be following them.

He then made a sudden illegal lane change to the left at the upcoming intersection, and the other car also turned left.

Su Ming said with a serious expression.

"Lord Okens, we’re being followed."

"Shake them off."

Okens’ heart sank immediately.

Su Ming immediately pressed the accelerator harder, making the hovercar speed up rapidly, constantly changing directions, and speeding through the heavy traffic.

The trailing black hovercar showed no hesitation in accelerating after them.

Su Ming tried several times but could not shake them off; the other driver not only had great driving skills but also knew the whole area very well.

Seeing Su Ming hadn’t lost them, Okens asked with some worry.

"Can you handle it?"

"Yes, but please fasten your seatbelt, Lord."

Su Ming replied with a sharp gaze at Okens.

Okens, upon hearing Su Ming’s words, quickly fastened the seatbelt.

At this moment, Su Ming slammed the brakes, and the hovercar immediately slowed down and came to a halt.

Okens was also dumbfounded; what kind of trick is this?

"Lord, please get out of the car."

Su Ming said to Okens, then opened the car door and got out.

Okens quickly unbuckled the seatbelt and followed him out.

Su Ming then led Okens towards a nearby alley.

At this point, the black hovercar that was following also stopped, and a burly man in a black suit got out of the car and followed them into the alley.

Then, Su Ming led Okens to turn right down a narrow path.

The burly man immediately followed, and just as he was about to turn right...

A fist came flying, hitting him squarely in the face, and the burly man fell to the ground instantly.

Su Ming blew on his fist and said.

"Done."

Okens watched this scene, feeling speechless.

"Lord, please follow me."

Su Ming said to Okens with a smile.

"Alright!"

Okens nodded.

Su Ming then pulled him along, zigzagging through the alley until they quickly arrived at a wall.

Okens looked at Su Ming, completely confused. Then Su Ming stepped back a few steps, rushed forward, climbed the wall in a couple of moves, and extended his hand to Okens, saying.

"Come up, Lord."

Okens twitched the corners of his mouth and reached out his hand to Su Ming.

Inside the private residence·hall.

Omid was sitting brewing tea, and at this moment, he heard unusual noises coming from the courtyard.

He turned his head to look and saw Su Ming and Okens climbing over the wall.

Omid quickly stood up, tidied his clothes, and walked out to greet them.

Seeing Omid come out, Su Ming immediately introduced the two.

"This is Seventh Prince Lord Omid, and Lord Omid, this is our Starlight City’s Vice City Lord Okens."

Omid then extended his hand to shake hands with Lord Okens and said very courteously.

"Lord Okens, this way please!"

"Alright!"

Omid nodded slightly and followed Omid inside.

Soon, Su Ming and the two others arrived in the living room, which was empty with no attendants.

"Lord Okens, please have a seat!"

Omid extended his hand and politely said to Okens.

Su Ming quickly stepped forward and pulled out a chair, and Okens sat down comfortably.

At this moment, Su Ming whispered in Okens’ ear.

"Lord Okens, I’ll take my leave now."

It was obvious that the subsequent discussion would be about cooperation, and such matters were always highly confidential.

"No need, you can just sit and listen."

Okens replied calmly.

Su Ming was rather surprised to hear Okens’ words, but he respectfully replied.

"Yes!"

Omid couldn’t help but glance at Su Ming more, indeed he had not misjudged him.

Then Okens looked at Prince Omid and said.