Chapter 760: Chapter 599: Visit (Second Update)

Li Ruiqi nodded in satisfaction. Although it was impossible for the Black Brilliance to be restored to a brand-new state, the feedback from the current repairs indicated that the restoration had reached at least ninety-five percent.

It could essentially be considered repaired and ready to continue its voyage and operations.

“Very good,” he said.

“Report, Lord Li Ruiqi, scanners have detected the Black Teeth fleet, Lord Spade and his group are returning,” an operator suddenly announced excitedly.

“Prepare to welcome back the Black Teeth. Order the logistics personnel to get ready. All returning personnel must undergo a physical examination and quarantine,” Li Ruiqi instructed unfazed, as he had already known about Spade’s return. The most critical point was that this exploratory mission had been a net loss overall. The so-called Titan Ruins turned out to be a huge disappointment.

“Understood,” the operators present swiftly responded.

At observation platform K of the Black Brilliance, Mai Han gazed out at the fleet returning in the distant starry sky.

A shade of gloom flashed through his eyes.

The Black Teeth had returned earlier than he had anticipated, which was somewhat beyond his expectations.

He couldn’t help but raise his hand to his nose and a sinister cold smile crept across his lips.

What good would it do them to return early?

…

At this moment, in a pitch-black expanse of space, an interstellar battleship measuring 140 kilometers long, with its hull armor painted a dark, moon-green color, the bow shaped elliptically and featuring a plum blossom spike-like XS Particle Beam Main Gun, flanked on both sides by two high-energy focusing subcannons, and the top of the ship bristling with over 8,000 360-degree intercept defensive cannons, the middle layer densely packed with over 30,000 missile silos, and the bottom outfitted with more than 500 strong assault exits, was phasing in and out of visibility.

Inside its command room, Lulavi gazed at a red coordinate point on the holographic star map before him with a twisted expression.

A spine-chilling smile spread across his face.

The accursed rats’ doomsday was approaching, and he felt an inexplicable rush of excitement. He was also feeling his blood boiling within him, eager for the slaughter to begin.

He had waited long enough.

These damned rats had forced him to infiltrate all the way from the Gray Scorpion Star System.

Originally, they had planned to lie in ambush in the Gray Scorpion Star System.

But now, all plans had been thrown into disarray.

At this time, Aiman approached respectfully and said, “Lord Lulavi, should we accelerate our advance to avoid complications arising from delay?”

“We are within the domain of Star Ring City, and in our current state of insufficient strength, we should keep a low profile. As for the prey, don’t worry, they won’t get away,” Lulavi replied, his eyes filled with deep apprehension.

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Black Brilliance, special medical quarantine zone, Su Mo stretched and walked out, having finally finished his quarantine.

As he walked on, he encountered many others who had also completed their quarantine.

Each face was marked by bitterness.

“Sigh, we really took a loss this time.”

“Forget the complaints, let’s figure out how to earn it back later.”

“Do you think they ended the mission early because Lord Spade and the others got their hands on something valuable? Like a huge profit?”

“That’s for sure. I heard a rumor, you know. They say our real objective this time was the Titan Ruins.”

“What the heck? For real? Aren’t the Titans just a race from the legends? Is your source reliable?”

“Absolutely. Otherwise, why would we explore such a godforsaken place? It’s said that with the help of the Hongji Remnants, Lord Spade and his group unlocked the Titan Ruins and got their hands on the legendary treasure, striking it rich!”

“Damn, if that’s true, then the Black Brilliance will surely return.”

“Most likely, yes.”

…..

Su Mo’s expression became somewhat strange upon hearing this, he wanted to laugh but held it back.

He finally understood how rumors were born. If it weren’t for the inside information Obic had shared with him earlier, he would have truly believed it.

This assignment was a trap, a complete waste of time.

Well, the intelligence provided by Jialan was a bit unreliable too.

As Su Mo was shaking his head, he suddenly paused, then said to the Fake Creator・Devourer in his mind, “Xiao Shi, the intelligence about the Titan Ruins was provided by Jialan. Do you think they might have collected information about the Titan Clan before and could possibly recognize those characters?”

“It’s possible, but are you sure you want them to interpret it? In this world, apart from oneself, no one else is completely trustworthy. Interests can warp people’s minds,” the Fake Creator・Devourer replied with a grave voice.

“You’re right, but that’s not always the case.”

Su Mo pondered before replying, weighing the matter again. He believed that Jialan should still be reliable.

“Suit yourself!” replied the Fake Creator・Devourer, without saying much more.

So Su Mo hastened to look for Jialan.

After a long while, Su Mo arrived at the Upper City District. He looked around, searching for the area where Jialan and the others resided.

He was a bit annoyed with himself. Had he only thought to ask Jialan for her number earlier.

It wouldn’t be such a hassle at a critical time like this. The location given by Lin Ming was a bit vague.

Suddenly, Su Mo’s eyes brightened as he saw, in a residential area ahead, soldiers wearing Mechanical Armor unique to the Hongji Empire standing guard.

He hurried over.

But he was stopped as soon as he got close.

“Stop, sir, this is a special control area. Unauthorized persons are prohibited from approaching.”

The lead middle-aged man politely replied. Though the Federation granted them ample authority, they were still living under someone else’s roof and had to remain courteous.

“Hello, I’m Su Mo. I’m here to see Miss Jialan. Could you please notify her?”

The commanding officer was startled upon self-introduction by Su Mo.

“You’re Su Mo? Do you have anything that can prove it?”

“Uh, is there a problem? Here’s my identity card,” said Su Mo, somewhat puzzled, as he presented his identity card for the other to glance at.

“No problem at all. Our Clan Leader has ordered that if Lord Su Mo comes, you may move freely in our area without any restrictions. The privilege previously granted to you is still valid. The doors of our friendship are always open to you.”

“That’s great.”

“You’re looking for Miss Jialan, right? She just returned a short while ago. She’s in the villa at the center. You can go straight there. If anyone stops you, just give them your name.”

“Thank you.”

Su Mo expressed his gratitude.

A short time later, following the directions, Su Mo arrived at the gate of the central villa.

Haric, who was in charge of guarding the place, exclaimed in surprise upon seeing the visitor.

“Mr. Su Mo? What brings you here?”

“I’m here to see Miss Jialan,” said Su Mo, finding the man before him somewhat familiar, like someone he had seen before at Jialan’s side.

“Let me have someone notify her. Please wait in the living room,” Haric said.

“Thank you.”

Su Mo nodded.

He entered and took a look around the interior of the villa, noting the various plants growing there. The environment was quite pleasant indeed.

It seems Jialan and the others were indeed well-treated on board the Black Brilliance.