The Seventh Base

Capítulo 1208: Chapter 253: Bad News

The migration of the Star Ring is quite a large project. In the core laboratory of the Star Ring, there is a lot of extremely valuable equipment, developed over a considerable amount of time and effort. The value of this core machinery even far exceeds the weapons and equipment developed by the Star Ring.

Among them, quite a few are large-scale equipment.

These obviously can’t be left behind and need to be transported together.

The ground-level laboratory and the Star Ring Company also have huge assets. Moreover, over the years, the founding team of the Star Ring has expanded its branches and leaves, growing into large enterprises, which require sufficient time for preparation. Especially since they can’t create too much noise to avoid exposure.

The Star Ring has taken root in Asgard for hundreds of years, already becoming a part of Asgard. The top forces on Asgard Planet would not allow the Star Ring to move away just like that.

For Asgard, this would be a huge loss.

The reason why those top forces haven’t acted against the Star Ring is because the Star Ring can bring them benefits. But if the Star Ring intends to leave…

Therefore, all of this can only proceed silently ‘underground’.

While migrating, the Star Ring has also initiated emergency measures, ready to deal with potential changes at any time. The probability of such changes occurring is very high, as many forces are currently eyeing the Star Ring.

Xu Mo has also been watched all along, which is why he hasn’t contacted the Star Ring, only waiting for news. On Fred’s side, he directly contacts Mr. Gaia, and if there is any news, Mr. Gaia will inform him.

As long as this time the Star Ring successfully retreats, Byron Star will usher in a transformation.

Therefore, Xu Mo is quite looking forward to it, even feeling a constant sense of tension over the past few days, hoping everything will go smoothly.

This day, at a high-end restaurant on the Asgard coast.

Xu Mo, Thor, and Scarlett were together.

These two come from the Odin Family and Thunder God Technology, respectively. They are among the most powerful forces in Asgard, so maintaining a friendly relationship with them is naturally beneficial. In the event of any changes, having them as allies would be ideal, and even if not, it’s better not to be enemies.

Even if the Star Ring leaves Asgard, there’s still a chance to cooperate in the future.

Of course, Xu Mo won’t explicitly mention these things right now; just maintaining good relations is enough. If changes truly occur, it’s not too late to discuss them then.

“Brother Zeus, these guys are really annoying, can’t stop watching you,” Thor said. He also knew Xu Mo was being watched.

“Who can blame me for being an outsider, and having got my hands on a treasure like the Destruction Gloves, naturally I’m being watched,” Xu Mo said with a smile. “Brother Thor, I might be leaving Asgard soon. I’ll return the Destruction Gloves to you then, but for now, let me borrow them for a bit.”

The Destruction Gloves have not been returned to Thor yet.

Moreover, there’s a possibility of facing battles in the future, requiring the power of the Destruction Gloves.

“No rush, you use them for now,” Thor nodded without concern. “By the way, how are things going over there?”

He was naturally referring to the ‘bastard son’ matter.

Scarlett looked at the two with some confusion. These two often said things mysteriously that she didn’t quite understand. Thor wouldn’t tell her either; it must involve some secrets.

This made her curious all the time, but she didn’t press for answers.

“There’s progress, should have results soon,” Xu Mo said.

“Have you met him?” Thor’s eyes widened as he looked at Xu Mo.

“Met him,” Xu Mo nodded.

“Hey…”

Thor revealed a meaningful smile. Father and son meeting, who knows what the scene was like.

“Should I avoid you two next time when you chat, so as not to disturb you?” Scarlett said with a smile.

“I smell a hint of jealousy,” Thor laughed.

“Scarlett is one of us, no harm in telling her,” Xu Mo said.

“Well, she’s my future girlfriend after all,” Thor nodded. “Then you say what you gotta say.”

Scarlett showed a smile at Xu Mo’s words, finally willing to tell her?

“This time I came to Asgard primarily for the Star Ring,” Xu Mo said.

“For the Star Ring?” Scarlett, although she knew Xu Mo’s visit wasn’t simple, didn’t expect it was for the Star Ring. In that case, what is the force behind Xu Mo?

“The founder of the Star Ring and my teacher go way back,” Xu Mo continued.

“His teacher, a woman,” Thor added on the side, giving Scarlett a ‘you know what I mean’ look.

Scarlett’s smile grew even brighter, was there such a story?

So Xu Mo had Thor help with buying the Destruction Gloves at auction as a way to get close to the Star Ring?

Then, the previous assassination attempt by the ‘Hunter’ on Xu Mo might be related to this too.

However, Scarlett didn’t fabricate a dramatic story like Thor.

There are likely other hidden truths here.

“I’ve already contacted the founder of the Star Ring,” Xu Mo continued speaking.

Scarlett became a bit more serious. The identity of the Star Ring’s founder is very mysterious, she hadn’t seen him, not even anyone from Thunder God Technology had.

Xu Mo has contacted that mysterious figure. It seems his teacher’s relationship with the Star Ring founder is extraordinary.

“What kind of person is the founder of the Star Ring?” With no more scruples, Thor asked directly. He could sense that Xu Mo wanted to tell them something.

“This matter is rather significant, and I can’t disclose it for now. However, Brother Thor, thank you for everything during this period. I’ve always regarded you as a brother. No matter what happens in the future, we’ll still be brothers. What do you think?” Xu Mo said earnestly.

Some things need a precautionary measure, just in case.

“Of course,” Mr. Zeus said heartily, “Always.”

He felt Xu Mo seemed somewhat strange.

Could it be that something is about to happen?

“Miss Scarlett, we haven’t known each other for long, but Brother Thor likes you, and I admire you greatly as well. I want to become friends with you, but I’m not sure how Miss Scarlett views me,” Xu Mo said to Scarlett.

“I also admire Mr. Zeus very much,” Scarlett opened her mouth and said.

“Hmm.” Xu Mo nodded. Some things don’t need to be pressed, nor is it necessarily beneficial even if made clear.

Sufficient interest can reverse any matter.

However, he wanted to let Scarlett know his stance first.

“I hope to always remain friends with Miss Scarlett,” Xu Mo spoke.

“Certainly.” Scarlett smiled and nodded.

After the party ended, Xu Mo returned to his residence.

Thor and Scarlett left together.

The flying saucer traced an arc through the sky as Thor took Scarlett back.

“Thor.” At this moment, Thor connected with the communicator.

“Thor, a message came out not long ago,” the person on the other end said.

“What message?” Thor asked.

“Do you know Gaia?” the other person asked.

“I’ve heard; last time in the Abyss, major powers of the Universe arrived to seek Gaia, causing an epic battle,” Thor said.

“Hmm.” The other party nodded, “There’s news claiming Gaia has appeared in Asgard.”

Thor was taken aback by this.

Gaia, appearing in Asgard.

Last time, he was in the Abyss, causing universal turmoil.

And now, appearing in Asgard.

Does this mean Asgard will also be shaken by it?

After hanging up the communicator, Scarlett looked over and asked, “What’s wrong?”

“There’s news claiming the Empire’s Emperor’s housekeeper Gaia has appeared in Asgard,” Thor said to Scarlett, Scarlett’s eyes immediately showed a hint of strangeness.

“Could it be related to Zeus…”

Scarlett whispered, inexplicably thinking of Zeus at the first moment.

Thor showed a pensive expression, then responded, “It’s a possibility.”

The things Xu Mo said to them earlier were somewhat odd, as if something was about to happen.

Then they received the news, Gaia appearing in Asgard.

Is there any connection between them?

“Looks like Asgard is about to get chaotic,” Thor whispered. Previously, there was news the Church would target the Star Ring, and now suddenly appears a heavyweight figure, an Empire elder who moves top-tier forces across the Universe.

The combination of the two events makes him feel Asgard is brewing a storm.

“Let’s watch and see,” Scarlett said.

“I’ll inform Brother Zeus, if it’s related to him, it’s like a reminder,” Thor said, then contacted Xu Mo.

Xu Mo soon received Zeus’s message, and upon hearing it, a wave of anger surged in his heart.

Only Fred’s Team core members knew Gaia arrived, who leaked it?

Bern, the prime suspect.

To prevent Star Ring from siding with them, Bern resorted to daringly exposing Gaia’s presence. Doesn’t he realize doing so, if Gaia in anger exposes them as well, Star Ring faces the same major crisis?

Or is Bern gambling they won’t do that?

“Gaia,” Xu Mo connected to Gaia, “Just received Thor’s news, someone exposed your presence in Asgard, you should leave Asgard immediately, I’ll handle things here.”

Once the news is exposed, it will draw interest from various cosmic powers. He witnessed the Abyss’s previous havoc first-hand, and this time in Asgard will surely be another storm.

“No way,” Gaia replied, “You’re in danger too if you stay here.”

“If Bern leaked the news, he likely only dared reveal this much. Any deeper, Star Ring faces calamity as well. It’s better if you leave, I’ll go deal with Star Ring,” Xu Mo continued, “In any case, even if something unforeseen happens, I’m just a vessel here, not the true body, while Mr. Gaia, you’re too important to risk staying.”

Gaia paused, then replied, “Be careful.”

“Mm, leave it to me, I’ll evacuate with Star Ring,” Xu Mo said.

The worst worry has come true.

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