Shadows of the Deep Space Chapter 1692 - 539: Declaration of War_2

"Alright, we’ll reduce it by 200 billion for you! What about Miss Monica?"

With immense pride, Isawen gazed at Monica.

"Dream on!"

Monica shot a fierce glare at Isawen.

"Lord Isawen, we won’t agree to it."

Vox stepped up and declared in a grave tone.

"No matter, if you don’t agree, then you don’t agree. We’ve always been fair, you may choose as you wish."

Isawen stayed utterly calm, not ruffled in the least.

These people resembled helpless sheep ready for the slaughter; they’d submit in due time.

Right then, Angdu promptly pointed the finger at Vox.

"Vox, even Princess Fen Ni has stepped forward—how can you act so selfishly, ignoring everyone’s lives!"

"Exactly!"

Nobles from the Awahog Kingdom joined in, hurling accusations one after another.

Hearing the onslaught of blame, Vox fell quiet.

At that juncture, Country Master Hotega sharply scolded his followers.

"Enough!"

Angdu and the others instantly sealed their lips upon Country Master Hotega’s words.

"Your Majesty."

With deep emotion, Vox regarded Country Master Hotega.

"No need to say more."

Hotega felt disappointment toward Vox, yet he refused to pressure his loyal subordinate that harshly.

Observing the scene, Isawen let out a cold smirk.

Suddenly, turmoil exploded at the reception hall’s entrance!

"Make way!"

A voice brimming with killing intent echoed.

The guards at the door fled in terror.

Isawen, Monica, and folks from Neutral Country all turned to stare.

Su Ming, clad in his Grand General Uniform, marched in alongside Ankaga, Zhang Yi, and the rest, his face impassive.

"Did I see that wrong?"

"Federation General!"

...

Panic-stricken whispers spread through the assembly.

Extreme dread twisted Isawen’s features at the sight of Su Ming, the memory fresh of Su Ming and Mia wrecking his club and thrashing him personally.

Su Ming had risen to general now, a figure far beyond his reach.

Uncontrollably, his body began to shake.

Roli hurried over in alarm to salute Su Ming.

"Lord Su Ming!"

Disregarding Roli and Isawen, Su Ming strode directly to Monica amid everyone’s stares and came to a halt.

Gazing at Su Ming right before her, Monica momentarily blanked out, the reality feeling strangely dreamlike.

Joy filled Vox and his companions, though they held back from nearing Su Ming.

Su Ming extended his apologies to Monica.

"Sorry, I was navigating in Subspace just now, so I didn’t receive your calls. But as soon as the ship ended the superluminal flight, I received your message and came immediately; I hope I’m not late?"

Country Master Hotega and the others beamed with overwhelming relief upon hearing this, akin to drowning souls glimpsing rescue.

Even Neutral Country’s people eyed them with jealousy.

Snapping back, Monica drew a deep breath, smiled toward Su Ming, and responded.

"No."

"Hmm, did you encounter any trouble?"

Su Ming nodded faintly and questioned.

"Well, we wish to enter the Federation for protection. But they asked us to pay 5000 billion Federation Coins or property—otherwise..."

Monica succinctly described the circumstances to Su Ming.

Roli’s complexion drained of color at once, prompting him to rush ahead with explanations.

"My lord, it’s all a misunderstanding. I really didn’t think she truly knew you. When she mentioned you, I also asked her to call you to verify, but the call didn’t go through...."

A chilling glance from Su Ming struck Roli.

Roli shivered as if plunged into an icy abyss, his intended words vanishing.

Witnessing that, Isawen’s terror deepened, spurring an attempt to escape.

"I never said you could leave."

Su Ming stated icily.

Violently quaking, Isawen cast a timid glance at Su Ming.

"My lord...."

Then, hurried footsteps rang out as Lord Rosaga and Vice City Lord Max rushed in.

News had just reached them: Admiral Su Ming had abruptly landed on Black Flame Star and was bound for the reception hall.

"General Su Ming, what brings you here without notice? I would have personally welcomed you."

Lord Rosaga grinned broadly as he spoke.

"Lord City Master Rosaga, you’re too kind."

Su Ming shot him a look and replied evenly.

"General Su Ming, have any of my men offended you?"

Catching Su Ming’s aloof manner, Rosaga’s face grew rigid. Surveying the heavy tension, he hastily inquired.

"It’s nothing, I just didn’t expect that besides charging protection fees, Black Flame Star offers discounts if women are involved. And it was extended to my friend; I’ve truly witnessed it firsthand."

Su Ming responded indifferently.

For years, he’d known Black Flame Star’s seedy underbelly; they merely ought not to tangle with him.

Rosaga’s expression soured immediately as he pivoted toward Vice City Lord Max.

"Max, is this how you handled the task I gave you?"

Max turned on Isawen at once and furiously kicked him sprawling.

"Rascal! Who gave you the nerve to act like this, tarnishing the Federation’s reputation completely?"

"I’m sorry!"

In frantic apology, Isawen pleaded.

Su Ming eyed Isawen knowingly—scum like him never truly repented; fear alone drove them.

Addressing Su Ming, Lord Rosaga declared.

"General Su Ming, I truly had no knowledge of this, it was all created by subordinates below me!"

"Alright, Lord City Master Rosaga, I have no objection to charging a protection fee, nor do I have the authority to intervene as it’s within your rights. But for all other shady business, it should come to an end."