The Seventh Base-Chapter 472 - 80: The Return and the Storm_2

Chapter 472: Chapter 80: The Return and the Storm_2

“Traitor.”

“Step down,” thunderous cries erupted, the crowd at this point was infuriated and completely out of control.

“Bang…” Someone fired a shot, the bullet hit Mayor Liu Feng’s Battle Armor, almost causing him to fall, but fortunately, he was fully armed; otherwise, he might have been killed on the spot.

“Disperse the crowd, and take measures to expel them if necessary,” Mayor Liu Feng said, commanding the armed forces to scatter and drive off the crowd.

His gaze turned toward the direction of the concession area. If the people forcibly entered the leased land, the arrogant Lancelot Star People would do more than just expel them— it could lead to much more severe consequences.

In the midst of angry calls for him to step down, the armed forces attempted to disperse and evict the crowd, but this only further ignited the rage of the people. Many media outlets broadcasted the event live, and Mayor Liu Feng’s reputation plummeted to rock bottom.

Meanwhile, at the President’s Mansion.

The Federation President also received news from the outside, with constant updates being delivered to his office.

“Mr. President, the Foreign Affairs Department is asking how we should respond,” the Chief Secretary asked the Federation President who was seated at his desk.

“Tell them, the Lancelot Star’s statement lacks any evidence. The Federation Government will investigate the Deep Sea incident. After the investigation is clear, we will give them an account. Until then, Xu Mo is a person of the Byron Star Federation and does not need their trial,” the President said.

“Yes, Mr. President,” the Secretary nodded, then prepared to leave.

“Xu Mo is at the Divine Sword Bureau now, right?” the President asked.

“Yes,” the Secretary nodded.

“Summon Xu Mo over to understand the specifics of the incident,” the President said.

“Understood,” the Secretary nodded and left.

……

At the Divine Sword Bureau, the Mecha brought back by Ye Xi had already been delivered to the Divine Sword Bureau Research Institute.

In an office at the Divine Sword Bureau, Xu Mo and Ye Xi were present.

At that moment, Ge Qing entered, accompanied by several people, all carrying numerous documents. He said to Shi Qiang, “Got them.”

“Mhm,” Shi Qiang nodded, Ge Qing walked up to a screen, inserted the device, and the screen lit up, immediately showing numerous figures, all in full gear.

“These are all the members who participated in the operation,” Ge Qing said.

Xu Mo and Ye Xi looked at the figures, and then he pointed to one of them, saying, “Him.”

The figure was enlarged, the screen switched to focus only on him, and all his personal information was displayed alongside.

“Knight, thirty-one years old, joined the Federation Army as a child, has an exemplary performance record in the Federation Army, with no misconduct, and a Source Power Level A+,” Ge Qing said.

“Pull up all his files, who he is close with in the army, and all communication records,” Shi Qiang said. From the current information, Knight seemed like an outstanding soldier of the Federation Army, with no reason to betray the Federation.

So why did he attack members of the Godslayer Sword Bureau?

For personal gain?

Even if he had gotten his hands on the Super Energy Body, what then? Who would he give it to?

Moreover, under those circumstances, it was more likely that Knight couldn’t have escaped with it even if he had managed to acquire it. It was more probable that he was trying to pass it to someone else who was supposed to receive it.

“Alright,” Ge Qing nodded.

“From their conversation, it seems that Guffu knew him and could issue direct orders to him,” Xu Mo said, and Shi Qiang’s expression became grave.

It appeared that Guffu and Knight had nothing in common at first glance, but both were involved in this incident.

And clearly, it wasn’t only the two of them; it was just because they were the first ones to arrive on the warship that they were given the task.

“Since Knight died in the Deep Sea, it’s likely difficult to find leads. We need to start with Guffu. Captain Ye’s team has already gone to pick him up; I’m sure they’ll bring him back soon,” Shi Qiang said.

“Xu Mo was also targeted for assassination in Coastal City, with a huge bounty behind it. After investigation, it was found to involve the Arrivalists. There has always been a trace of the Arrivalists in the federation. Guffu and Knight, is it possible that they are also members of the group?” Fu Yuan said, his tone serious.

If this was so, the Arrivalists might have deeply infiltrated the Federation and formed a very strong alliance, which could cause immense damage to the Federation.

Now, with external enemies at hand, any significant internal issues could be extremely dangerous for the Federation Government.

“We cannot rule out this possibility,” Shi Qiang said. “Ge Qing, tell the research institute to work overtime and double their efforts. They will receive double their usual remuneration; if they achieve results, they will be given generous rewards. Also, if they need any resources, they must speak up immediately, but they cannot leave the Divine Sword Bureau.”

The Divine Sword Bureau had an independent research institute, and the research would be conducted in secrecy. After the incidents involving Guffu and Knight, the Divine Sword Bureau had decided not to involve the Federation Government at this stage; instead, they would first see the results of the research here. If it didn’t work out, they would then find reliable people within the Federation for a collaborative study.

However, the researchers must maintain strict confidentiality, as the research is crucial. If any individual proves unreliable, it could lead to significant trouble.

“Got it,” Ge Qing nodded.

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Leaning back in his chair, Shi Qiang said, “Now the outside world is in a state of chaos, and those Lancelot Star bastards are openly demanding people. This is Byron Star, and they’re treating it like their own home, the damn scoundrels.”

As he spoke, his anger surged, and he slammed his fist onto the table.

Even if a Super Energy Body was discovered, it was on Byron Star; since when did the Lancelot Star People get to call the shots?