The Seventh Base

Capítulo 1200: Chapter 245: Laying All the Cards on the Table

The Star Ring Company, its pure white architecture brimming with a sense of technology.

To enter the interior of the Star Ring, several defensive walls need to be passed, each guarded.

The entire building is coursing with strong energy light, as a top-tier tech company, its self-defense is very strong.

From the exterior of the Star Ring, no people can be seen, but upon entering within, numerous guards can be spotted, some of which are purely mechanical body intelligent beings.

“Please, Mr. Zeus.” Bern walked in front, with Xu Mo and Thor following behind, flanked by Bern’s children, Lakin and Selena.

“The combat power of these mechanical bodies should be strong, right?” Xu Mo asked curiously.

“These are ordinary mechanical body beings, combat power at a desperate level, with advanced mechanical bodies, all capabilities reaching Skywalker level, though the cost is considerably higher.” Lakin responded beside him, his voice laced with a hint of pride.

In Asgard, their Star Ring is the most advanced R&D tech company, unique in many areas; for instance, the mechanical body beings, their developed products are the strongest.

Among them, there are even super terrifying mechanical bodies, capable of fully replacing top Skywalkers.

Moreover, unlike humans, these mechanical bodies completely obey orders, guarding the Star Ring.

However, Lakin also pondered why they don’t expand production to create a mechanical army, thus potentially dominating Asgard.

For this, Lakin has always been grudging, yet naturally, he can’t decide on the thoughts of his elders.

“These mechanical bodies are nothing special either.” Selena also voiced from beside, her thoughts somewhat aligning with Lakin’s; both being part of the Star Ring, are more knowledgeable about it than outsiders, clearly aware of the extent of Star Ring’s strength.

These mechanical bodies are merely the tip of the iceberg of Star Ring’s power.

Inside the Star Ring, people come and go, all internal staff of the Star Ring; they should now be in the core area of the company.

The Destruction Gloves have already been brought here.

Bern guided forward, smiling as he spoke: “Mr. Zeus, the Destruction Gloves are here, we can send someone to escort them back for you, or you can take them back yourself.”

“I’ll take them back myself.” Xu Mo spoke.

“Alright.” Bern nodded with a smile: “The usual rule, the auction funds need Mr. Zeus to settle in one go.”

“Understood, this time Thor lent me money, he’ll handle the payment.” Xu Mo said ‘generously’, while Thor beside him twitched internally, wondering if he’d be chastised by his family upon returning.

Such a large sum, even if he uses it, he’d likely be criticized by his family as a prodigal.

“Mr. Bern, I’ll make the payment.” Thor spoke with feigned bravado, hoping this ‘investment’ wouldn’t end in loss.

“Alright.” Bern nodded with a smile, aware of some situation but not minding as long as someone pays.

For the Star Ring, the auction value of the Destruction Gloves had already exceeded expectations; they were satisfied.

Bern led Thor to process the payment, while Xu Mo turned to Lakin and Selena, saying: “I’ve always admired the Star Ring Company, can I have a look around as it’s my first time here?”

Lakin thought for a moment, then said: “Sure.”

Saying this, he led Xu Mo forward to tour inside the Star Ring Company.

The interior of the Star Ring Company operated like a vast machine, everyone and the mechanical bodies busy; however, Xu Mo’s perception extended outward, yet he couldn’t locate the core of the Star Ring, the laboratory he wished to see.

“These cutting-edge products must come from Star Ring’s technology laboratory, right?” Xu Mo probed.

Lakin furrowed his brow, this touched on the Star Ring’s core.

“Of course, all technological products start from research.” Lakin responded.

“I wonder if I could have the opportunity to visit the laboratory of the Star Ring.” Xu Mo inquired.

“The laboratory is the base of the Star Ring, very important; this request is somewhat impolite. Mr. Zeus, in the future, it’s best not to mention this again.” Lakin’s voice held a hint of unfriendliness.

Xu Mo nodded, saying: “It was inappropriate of me. I wonder who founded Star Ring, I would surely like to visit if possible, to express my admiration.”

“My old man, but he doesn’t like meeting outsiders.” Lakin replied.

Xu Mo’s eyes flickered upon hearing Lakin’s words, it seemed he found the right person.

Lakin’s elder being the founder of Star Ring meant Bern was likely a descendant of Star Ring’s founder.

However, from the looks of it, they wouldn’t allow him direct contact with the founder’s team.

“What are you doing?” At this moment, Bern and Thor approached, having completed the payment formalities.

“Mr. Zeus wanted to look around the Star Ring.” Lakin spoke.

“Does Mr. Zeus wish to continue touring, I can introduce further.” Bern responded.

“Mr. Bern, could we speak privately?” Xu Mo addressed Bern.

“Hmm?” A flash of curiosity crossed Bern’s face, but he still nodded and said: “Please, Mr. Zeus.”

Saying this, he led Xu Mo off to the side.

Thor watched Xu Mo’s back; was he finally getting to the point?

The two came to an enclosed area, Xu Mo spoke: “Mr. Bern, the conversation here won’t be overheard by others, right?”

“Rest assured, it won’t.” Bern replied.

“Mr. Bern, my aim in contacting the Star Ring this time isn’t just for the Destruction Gloves; I have other intentions.” Xu Mo began.

Bern, upon hearing Xu Mo’s words, directed his gaze at him, the previously smiling Bern now exuding a powerful aura.

“So, what is Mr. Zeus’s purpose?” Bern stared at Xu Mo and asked.

“I’m here to visit an elder; an old friend asked me to come,” Xu Mo replied.

“Who?” Bern continued to fix his gaze on Xu Mo.

“Mr. Bern, may I see Mr. Fred?” Xu Mo asked, as he kept observing Bern for any reaction.

Upon hearing Xu Mo’s words, Bern’s eyes flickered, a sharp glint appearing and vanishing quickly, accompanied by a surge of strong energy that was suppressed almost instantly, as he smiled and said, “Mr. Zeus, why bother with such boredom? Is playing games with me amusing to you? I’ve never heard this name, nor does Star Ring have such a person.”

“Mr. Bern, I would appreciate it if you could convey the message to Mr. Fred: an old friend is visiting, and if Mr. Fred wishes to see me, he can contact me at any time, as Mr. Bern already has my contact information,” Xu Mo continued, “I won’t disturb you further, Mr. Bern.”

Saying this, Xu Mo turned to walk away.

He chose this straightforward approach as a last resort.

Fred was in the shadows, extremely mysterious. Even the great figures of Asgard have never met him, let alone Xu Mo, making contact with Fred almost impossible.

Thus, he could only use the auction as an opportunity to get close to Bern and inform him this way.

Judging by Bern’s reaction, it should be correct.

Star Ring, should be created by Fred’s team.

Now, it’s up to Fred’s attitude.

Xu Mo left, and Bern did not see him off.

From this perspective, it was possible to deduce the outcome.

After nearly a month of effort, he found where Fred was.

Thor saw Xu Mo returning alone and showed a peculiar expression, then heard Xu Mo say, “Let’s go back.”

“Mr. Lakin, Miss Selena, goodbye,” Xu Mo greeted the two and then walked out with Thor.

After they left, Thor asked Xu Mo, “Brother Zeus, what’s the situation?”

“It’s true, he is an old friend of my teacher. I’ve directly explained my intentions to Bern, but whether he is willing to see me is unknown,” Xu Mo replied.

“Wouldn’t be so heartless, right?” Thor commented.

After all, he’s an illegitimate child.

Coming straight to the door, could he be refused?

“It’s possible Bern kept it hidden,” Xu Mo added.

“That’s not impossible,” Thor nodded, “Is Bern his offspring?”

“It should be,” Xu Mo nodded.

“Half-brothers,” Thor mused, “Brother Zeus, you’d better come back to the Odin Family with me for now, otherwise it might be dangerous.”

He felt Xiao Mo was being a bit impulsive, considering the others were direct descendants.

He, this illegitimate child, might face danger.

After Xu Mo and they left.

At Star Ring Company, Lakin and Selena approached Bern, only to find Bern’s gaze somber, staring outside.

“Father, what happened?” Lakin asked.

“It’s none of your business,” Bern replied coldly, turning away.

He needed to discuss this with the elders.

Should he tell his father about this?

Lakin and Selena stood there dazed—it was none of their business?

In fact, although Lakin and Selena were Fred’s descendants, even they didn’t know Fred’s real identity.

The name Fred was known only to Fred’s team and a few individuals like Bern; none of the descendants born here knew the true situation.

At that moment, Bern’s mind was extremely unsettled—the knowledge of his father’s identity could potentially affect the fate of the entire family and Star Ring.

Their scope now extended beyond the founding team; after taking root in Asgard, multiple families backed the founding team, and along with the Star Ring Company, they had become a formidable entity.

And Xu Mo’s arrival might cause a great upheaval, determining the fate of multiple families.

As for what his father might think, Bern wasn’t sure.

He even considered whether to inform his father about this.

After all, he differed from his father; he had no affection for the Empire, would he abandon everything in Asgard and choose to take a risk?

Bern—he wouldn’t do such a thing.

“Zeus.”

As Bern thought of this name, an icy expression flashed across his eyes.

Simultaneously, multiple forces including the Hakenan Family, Duffy Family, Thunder God Technology, were investigating Xu Mo.

This auction has turned Xu Mo into a focal character, thrusting him into the limelight.

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