"Director Philip."

"Advisor Hans."

Philip is a director on the board of AusStar Group and the representative for AusStar Group this time, while Hans, who walked over, is an advisor from Northern Federation Mining Group.

"Director Philip, I'm here to inform your group that we, Northern Federation Mining, have decided to withdraw from this bid."

Hans said.

Philip looked at him in surprise, "Northern Federation Mining is withdrawing because of that Dragon King?"

Hans shook his head.

"Director Philip, the upper management of Mining did make this decision partly because of that Dragon King, but there are other reasons that it's inconvenient to disclose here."

"I came to say that if AusStar Group is still interested in Mine Area No. 7, after we and Southern Federation Mining Group withdraw, we will support you in private."

"This isn't my personal opinion, but that of the higher-ups. After all, we are allies and of the same skin color."

Hans glanced at Philip, then suddenly turned and left.

"Philip, what does Northern Federation Mining mean by this?"

Someone from AusStar Group beside them also heard, but inevitably overthought it; Northern Federation withdrew, but do they want to push AusStar Group out?

Philip's face turned grim. Even if he realized Northern Federation Mining's plan, could he afford to give up?

"Ignore them. In mining, AusStar Group must curb Yan Country's scheming, no matter who we face, and this is normal commercial competition."

Although Philip posed with the intention to continue, anyone perceptive could sense that Director Philip had some reservations.

Considering all the events that happened these days, Philip was a bit apprehensive about this unpredictable Dragon King too.

After all, with one delivery, he leveled the Blair Hotel, and at the Caesar Hotel, he directly killed to silence, it was simply lawless.

And on this land, someone like Dragon King can truly act with impunity.

As for the law?

Here, the law is a gun barrel.

Otherwise, why is this Mining Capital called the City of Chaos?

"Northern Federation Mining withdrew from the bid."

On the other side, the bid delegation jointed by Beihai Country Sanban Steel and Cosmic Heavy Industries from H Country also received the news.

Sanban Steel is an old steel group from Beihai Country, and because Beihai Country and Yan Country have little resources, they invest heavily in minerals, agriculture, etc., abroad, reaping huge benefits.

Cosmic Heavy Industries is similar; both have a 100% dependency on foreign minerals, as Yan Country has scarce mineral resources.

"Mr. Mitsui?"

Cosmic Heavy Industries' representative Song looked directly at Mitsui Hisashi beside him, who is a direct descendant of the powerful Mitsui Family from Beihai Country, holding a key position at Sanban Steel.

"My Mitsui Family isn't afraid of anyone."

"If my Mitsui Family were awarded the bid, no one could touch our interests."

Mitsui Hisashi's words carried arrogance. Though Li Feng's actions struck a great impact on those present, intimidating Mitsui Hisashi was far from enough.

After all, it's just a group of lawless mercenaries.

One must know that the Mitsui Family is one of the world's top ten families, and their power is unmatched by a mere mercenary leader.

If they don't provoke the Mitsui Family, fine; but to think they can ignore the Mitsui Family with a few guns?

Heh.

Mitsui Hisashi sneered coldly.

"What, is your Cosmic Group planning to withdraw?"

"How could that be? We've invested heavily in Mine Area No. 7 this time. Yan Country won't allow us to retreat, especially since the Mitsui Family isn't backing down, we'll naturally align our pace with the Mitsui Family."

"Hmm."

The remaining four bidding groups include a mining group from Luo Country, but Luo Country isn't short on mines, so they're just here casually.

Hearing about the Northern Federation's withdrawal, the Luo Country representative made some sarcastic remarks, then found Zhu Jun, informing him of their decision to withdraw and wished Zhu Jun and the others success.

"Northern Federation withdrew, Luo Country also withdrew, now remaining in competition with us is AusStar Group and the joint mining investment group from Beihai Country H Country."

Zhu Jun's assistant was a bit happy, as initially the strongest competitors were Southern Federation Mining Community and Northern Federation Mining Alliance; with their withdrawal, their chances increased significantly.

"But don't get too happy too soon. After all, AusStar Group is one of the world's top three mining giants, and those two countries are not novices either. It's said Sanban Steel is backed by the Mitsui Family."

Zhu Jun didn't engage in this conversation, looking at the message Li Feng left on his phone, shaking his head with a bitter smile. At such a crucial moment, he directly took people away.

"We've been dabbling in mining investments here for years, but honestly, we haven't achieved much, mostly paying tuition fees."

"Yes, as this place has been perpetually chaotic, with unstable political regimes. Encountering a disturbance might lead to loss of our investments, and who knows if the new leadership will recognize us."

"We don't have many strong connections here, whereas the Federation has deep-rooted forces, yet we've managed to thoroughly offend them this time…!"

One spoke, his voice growing quieter.

The bid was opened on-site, as there were only three participants, the workload wasn't too heavy, mainly comparing the three's conditions and investment levels.

The personnel in charge of the bid whispered for a while before reaching a conclusion.

"After evaluating the three bid proposals, we've unanimously determined that the successful bidder is...!"

"Yan Country New Century Group."

"We got it!"

Some staff behind Zhu Jun were still in disbelief; with Li Feng causing such havoc in Heaven Palace, would the local government still show them favor?

Zhu Jun smiled slightly; he understood that today's win was predominantly due to Li Feng's strength.

On this land, no one talks reason or friendliness with you.

Though their proposal was undoubtedly superior and the best, without any additional clauses, sometimes the best doesn't mean being chosen.

Philip looked at Yan Country's side with an unpleasant face but was secretly relieved. Although outwardly tough, he was also afraid inwardly, wasn't he?

"Hmph, do they really think mining here is easy? Wait and see."

"Let's go."

Meanwhile.

Li Feng, An Xi, and others took a local speedboat to the offshore area, where a submarine dragon suddenly emerged from the sea.

"Supervisor Dane, Dragon King and the others have disappeared."

"Disappeared? What do you mean disappeared?"

"The fishermen sent to tail them followed offshore, but they found a few empty boats and Dragon King and the others vanished?"

"Are you sure?"

"I've confirmed repeatedly and even checked that there were no cargo ships passing nearby at that time, so if there were no ships, how did they disappear?"

"It's a submarine."

Dane took a deep breath, considering the possibility, as disappearing at sea cannot happen without reason.