The Seventh Base

Capítulo 1131: Chapter 177: Mission

The counterattack of Blue Star Technology has just begun. For a long time, the military and the Tang family have united with local forces from various planets on Chloe Star to besiege Blue Star Technology Group, which later even evolved into slaughter.

Now, Blue Star Technology has gone underground, standing in the shadows, while the opponents are out in the open. This makes it more convenient for them to carry out surprise attacks.

Komlin Star is a good example. They can concentrate their power in space for precise strikes, but the opponents can’t do it, as long as they don’t attack the opponents’ stronghold.

Chloe Star, Mystic God Temple.

Xu Mo arrived at the Taros Temple Master’s office; Taros Temple Master had summoned him.

“Hall Master.” Xu Mo respectfully called out, still having great respect for Taros. After cultivating for many years at Mystic God Temple, he had developed a sense of belonging there.

To be honest, he owes quite a lot to Mystic God Temple, having plundered many resources.

“Xu Mo.” Taros Temple Master squinted his eyes and smiled at Xu Mo, making Xu Mo suddenly vigilant. Why did he feel this old man’s eyes were not well-intentioned?

Usually, Taros Temple Master indeed lacked the majesty of a master, more like a little old man.

“Hall Master… Is there something you want to instruct?” Xu Mo asked weakly.

“Let me ask you about something. On your way back from the Empire Trial Ground last time, did you hide any good stuff?” Taros Temple Master squinted and smiled.

“……” Xu Mo silently complained in his heart, this old man really figured it out.

This old guy might not be eyeing his source gold, right?

“I don’t really understand.” Xu Mo ‘played dead’.

“Hey!” Taros Temple Master laughed and said, “Don’t you need help? Keeping it in the bank is no solution.”

“Damn!”

Xu Mo cursed inwardly, his eyes stunned, looking at Taros.

Taros still squinted and smiled at him, saying, “Rest assured, old man, I’m not monitoring you. You took the source gold to Capital Star but didn’t bring it back. Besides putting it in Imperial First Bank, I can’t think of another place.”

Xu Mo breathed a sigh of relief, proving that an old ginger is indeed spicier. Fortunately, it’s not monitoring, otherwise, he would feel resistance.

After all, no one likes living under someone else’s surveillance, it feels like having no secrets.

“Hall Master is insightful, nothing can be hidden from you.” Xu Mo said.

“Don’t butter up.” Taros laughed and said, “Relax, old man, I’m not going to snatch your stuff. Good things are good things, but I wouldn’t go so low. No one knows about your source gold, you can rest assured. You’ve now entered the Skywalker Realm with strong combat power, and you need a set of equipment. Since you have source gold, that’s perfect. It’s wasteful to keep it in the Imperial First Bank, and you can’t find a place to forge it yourself. Why not let me help you?”

Xu Mo blinked at Taros Temple Master, realizing that source gold is extremely precious and highly valuable.

Seemingly aware of Xu Mo’s intentions, Taros sighed, pointed at Xu Mo, and scolded, “What are you ‘cunning’ thinking about? Would your noble Taros Temple Master be coveting your source gold? If I were, I would’ve confiscated it when you brought it back.”

“No…” Xu Mo trembled and laughed, “Hall Master is joking, how could I doubt you? I’m just thinking about the amount of source gold you need and whether you lack any weapons, I can check if it’s enough.”

“Uh-huh?” Taros Temple Master looked at Xu Mo. Seeing Xu Mo’s sincere gaze, Taros Temple Master immediately responded, “Testing me? You’re really cunning.”

“Sincerity.” Xu Mo said.

“Get out!” Taros pointed outside and scolded.

“Hall Master, it’s not testing.” Xu Mo said, “I’ve been taken care of by Mystic God Temple over the years, leading to today. A bit of source gold is nothing. Even if Hall Master wants it all, I wouldn’t say anything. I just need to forge a set of Battle Armor and a knife for myself. If there’s any left, Hall Master, you can freely allocate it.”

Taros stared at the ‘sincerely emotional’ Xu Mo and blinked, studying Xu Mo. Seeing no fakeness in his eyes, did he misunderstand him?

Thinking this way, Taros Temple Master felt a bit guilty and said, “As one of the ten Hall Masters of Mystic God Temple, wouldn’t I have my own equipment? When do I need you to worry about it? The reason to find you this time is because Mystic God Temple might have a Skywalker-level mission soon, requiring you to participate. Hence, thinking of the source gold you brought back to enhance survival rate, you don’t need to worry about other things. At Mystic God Temple, your importance may be higher than you think. Just know that in your heart, when the source gold is forged into Armor, it can be considered as a reward from Mystic God Temple.”

Xu Mo’s eyes twirled, realizing some things?

No wonder he felt his authority seemed a bit high; it turns out he was being specially treated?

Which means his status in Mystic God Temple is actually quite high?

That’s why Zero almost chopped Gao Mu without any issue.

“No problem, should I go to Capital Star to retrieve the source gold?” Xu Mo asked.

“No need. You can submit information at Chloe Star’s Imperial First Bank. They will contact Capital Star’s personnel and send it to the designated location as per your request. I will give you the contact at Capital Star Ao Temple, just have them send it there. The weapon crafting will also occur at Capital Star, requiring some time.” Taros Temple Master said.

“Alright.” Xu Mo nodded in agreement.

Seeing Xu Mo still standing there, Taros Temple Master said, “You can leave now.”

“Hall Master, I still have something to ask Mystic God Temple for help with.” Xu Mo said.

Since the Taros Temple Master also mentioned that his status is quite high in the Mystic God Temple, shouldn’t he enjoy some special treatment? Getting the Mystic God Temple to lend a little help shouldn’t be out of the question, right?

“Help with what?” Taros asked.

“The previous conflict with the Tang Family and Gao Mu led to me and my friends possibly being targeted, so I want the Mystic God Temple to help send my friends off Chloe Star,” Xu Mo said.

Sister Butterfly and Ross being stuck here is not a solution; Blue Star Technology is now underground, but to develop on a grand scale requires significant manpower, so Ross and Sister Butterfly need to go for coordination and planning, with Lincoln better suited as support.

Speaking of which, Lincoln cannot be fully considered one of us yet, but Ross and Sister Butterfly would never betray him.

Now, they might all be watched by the military, making it difficult to leave, but if the Mystic God Temple is willing to help, then there would be no problem.

The Mystic God Temple personally escorting them to space—who would dare to watch?

“No problem, when?” Taros Temple Master asked.

“No rush, need some preparation time,” Xu Mo said, needing the Chiyou to come for support.

“Alright, let me know when you’re ready,” Taros Temple Master agreed.

“Then, Your Excellency, I’ll take my leave first.”

“Go ahead.”

Xu Mo left the office satisfied, also thinking about the armor issue, not expecting the Taros Temple Master to solve his urgent need.

Watching Xu Mo leave, the Taros Temple Master couldn’t shake the feeling that something was amiss.

This feeling was like being calculated against.

Was he being played?

Days later, Xu Mo contacted the Imperial First Bank, having the Capital Star’s Imperial First Bank send the source gold to the Capital Star’s Mystic God Temple specialist, with both parties keeping it confidential.

Walking in the cities of Chloe Star, Xu Mo felt as though he was being watched by many eyes. Chloe Star’s technology is advanced; once they lock onto him, there are many ways to monitor his actions.

However, Xu Mo didn’t mind, swaggering through the city with Mystic God Temple personnel in tow; even if the military were more arrogant, they wouldn’t dare to openly offend the Mystic God Temple.

The O’Brian Republic still wants to rely on the Mystic God Temple.

After all, peak combat power is extremely important for wars between universes.

The controller of the Mystic God Temple is a presence that can sit down and have an equal dialogue with the O’Brian Republic Leader.

After completing the task, Xu Mo went to see Ye Qingdie and the others.

They had contacted each other in advance, and after some time, they would be sent away.

“It’s rare to see each other for a few years, and now we’re leaving again,” Ye Qingdie sighed.

“Sister Butterfly, you’ve worked hard these years.” Xu Mo’s voice carried some guilt; he indeed felt indebted to Ye Qingdie. Both sides clearly understood their relationship, but Ye Qingdie had no regrets and silently managed the group’s affairs like Xu Mo’s housekeeper.

She knew very well that she would never have a title, and she had always been the one trying to bring Xu Mo and Zero together.

If she stayed on Byron Star, Ye Qingdie’s life would be much simpler and easier.

However, Ye Qingdie never thought about these things. From the moment she made her decision, she was committed to this path and would walk it unless she grew old or Xu Mo no longer needed her, at which point she would leave on her own.

“Becoming a starship captain has been my dream all along,” Ye Qingdie said with a nonchalant smile. She truly did not feel it was hard; it was the path she chose and something she willingly did, though she often felt lonely.

But future space travel should not be boring.

“Mr. Xu Mo, after heading into space, what will be my primary responsibilities?” Ross came up and asked at an inopportune moment.

“Ross, you’ll team up with Lincoln to expand the Blue Star Technology Group. But since we’ve already shifted underground and the war has spread to major stars, opening up the market will likely face many dangers; you’ll be working hard in the future,” Xu Mo said.

“I will do my best,” the Tard bowed.

“When our empire takes shape and the Tard people’s planet is at your disposal, you can choose freely,” Xu Mo said.

“Thank you, Mr. Xu Mo,” Ross replied.

Xiao Qi, Shadow, Hans, Nolan, and Lan Qing would all leave with Ye Qingdie to support them.

With the vessel there, it’s equivalent to him being there, and they will be responsible for space matters on that side.

As for him, the Mystic God Temple will assign him tasks, possibly requiring him to leave Chloe Star for Capital Star.

The specific task is unclear, but this is good; it allows for dual development.