Destiny Mission of game 'Star Ring'

"I agreed to fight with you, but I can't be the only one putting up money, right? You have to put up an equal amount; if you don't have money, why should I fight you? Isn't the arena for money?"

Su Mo struck a posture intended to intimidate the opponent.

"Haha, what was I thinking? Whatever you wager, I'll match!"

Galen sneered with a twisted smile; as long as it wasn't one of those experts on the combat leaderboard, he wasn't afraid of anyone.

The name Su Mo was completely unfamiliar to him. Was this guy really going to turn the world upside down? He dared to embarrass him like that; he'd make sure to finish him off.

"Alright, you said it, everyone heard it."

Su Mo was taken aback for a moment and then replied with a slightly awkward expression, as if agreeing against his will.

"Don't worry, but let me make it clear first; we're not using third-generation mechas, but fourth-generation ones. If you don't have a fourth-generation mecha, I can lend you one."

Galen said with a cold sneer.

"No need, I have my own, but can we even use fourth-generation for combat on this ship?"

Su Mo flatly rejected.

"You don't have to worry about that. In seven days, the Blue Whale will dock at a checkpoint. Then, we can fight in deep space; also, sign this death duel contract, life or death, riches or ruin!"

Galen brought out two copies of the death duel contract.

Seeing the contract, Su Mo instinctively took a step back, looking a bit cowardly.

"What, scared?"

Galen glared menacingly at Su Mo.

"Who's scared? I'll sign it!"

Su Mo took a go-for-broke stance.

"You got guts."

Galen led by signing his name on the contract and stamping it with his fingerprint.

Su Mo stepped forward, took the pen, and signed his name, ultimately stamping it with his fingerprint and placing a wager.

Once one party wins, the wager automatically transfers to the winner's account, with the whole process adjudicated by the Blue Whale's AI.

However, the exact amount wasn't disclosed.

Those present were all excited to see Su Mo and Galen finalize the duel contract.

"A fourth-generation mecha duel."

"How much do you think they'll bet?"

"Do you even need to ask? That guy's definitely going all in. I estimate each side will wager at least over 300 million Star Coins, with the total bet possibly exceeding 600 million!"

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Galen handed Su Mo one copy of the death duel contract, sneering, "Kid, seeing as you've got guts, I'll try to leave a whole corpse for you."

"You better worry about yourself; who wins or loses is still uncertain..."

Su Mo looked somewhat unsure but then hurriedly pulled Lin Xiaoyu away.

Not long after, Su Mo and Lin Xiaoyu left the underground arena. As soon as they got out, the panic on Su Mo's face immediately turned into calmness.

Lin Xiaoyu looked up at Su Mo and said, "What a hassle."

Su Mo smiled at Lin Xiaoyu and said, "Indeed, but if you think carefully, who exactly is causing trouble for whom? Who forced whom to sign the death duel contract, who's being so arrogant?"

"It's him."

Lin Xiaoyu was momentarily taken aback but then replied.

"Then think about this, what happens if he's dead?"

Su Mo asked calmly.

"Serves him right!"

Lin Xiaoyu responded without hesitation.

"But what if I go directly to him, kill him outright? Or if I provoke him into a death duel, what kind of situation would it be?"

Su Mo said with composure.

"The Gaojia Republic wouldn't leave you alone; after all, he's a top-tier force of theirs!"

Lin Xiaoyu quickly figured it out.

"The incident involving Han Na and others is a trivial matter in the eyes of the Gaojia Republic. In this grand era, someone like Galen, who is top-tier, naturally has the privilege to be arrogant. What he's done is nothing; even if he actually kills someone, so what? The Gaojia Republic would still protect him because his value is higher than those people's. In fact, if the victims were natives of the Gaojia Republic, likely, no complaint would even surface. He's probably done it plenty of times domestically, just got bored and turned his attention abroad for excitement. But one thing is certain, while the Gaojia Republic coddles him, why should I?"

Su Mo spoke softly.

Listening to Su Mo's words, Lin Xiaoyu's eyes changed subtly, and she said to Su Mo.

"Makes sense, but how come you're so familiar with this, have you done it often before?"

"Lie! I hate trouble the most. This is my first time actively causing trouble for someone else, but they brought this upon themselves. Alright, you've worked hard today; go rest early."

Su Mo said casually.

"I don't believe it's your first time; you have it all figured out. But I like it, call me next time something like this happens."

Lin Xiaoyu said excitedly.

"Uh ~ haha, alright."

Su Mo couldn't help but laugh.

Afterward, Su Mo and Lin Xiaoyu parted ways, and he headed toward the living quarters.

By this time, the news that Su Mo was going to duel with Galen and had wagered an enormous amount quickly spread.

The Blue Whale's system ads were all broadcasting this message.

"Major entertainment announcement: a grand fourth-generation mecha duel will be held in the underground arena in seven days. All passengers are welcome to watch..."

...

Su Mo just arrived at their living quarters.

He was immediately surrounded by Qian Chengxue, Zhao Han, Zi Qing, and others.

Zhao Han said anxiously, "They said you're going to duel Galen; is it true?"

"Su Mo, are you really going to fight Galen?"

Qian Chengxue also asked with concern.

"How did you guys find out so quickly? I was planning to surprise you with the news."

Su Mo said with a smile.

"You can still smile? Who is Galen? He's a top expert, and you're going to court death by fighting him?"

Zhao Han and the other sisters were losing their minds with anxiety.

"No worries, I know what I'm doing."

Su Mo cheerfully waved it off.

Zhao Han saw that Su Mo could still smile, and thought there might be something wrong with him mentally. She turned anxiously to Qian Chengxue and said.

"Sister Xue, you should quickly persuade him."

Qian Chengxue was also a bit worried and asked Su Mo, "Su Mo, are you okay physically?"

"It's all good. I'm using full mechanical combat; it won't be a problem."

Su Mo explained to Qian Chengxue, reassuring her.

Upon hearing this, Qian Chengxue felt relieved and said.

"Alright then."

On the side, Zhao Han, Zi Qing, and others were all dumbfounded. They quickly grabbed Qian Chengxue's hand and said, "Sister Xue, what do you mean 'alright'? Galen is a top expert on the leaderboard. Even Federation Army experts may not have a guaranteed win against him, and he strikes ruthlessly. Isn't Su Mo in great danger?"

For a moment, Qian Chengxue didn't know how to explain it to Zhao Han and them.

Actually, she had great confidence in Su Mo's strength; his power was extremely terrifying when he had displayed it back then. Her only worry was Su Mo's physical condition.

Regarding how strong Su Mo was, very few people in the Federation knew, only core members of the Five Dragon Heads Family did. But this conflict involved the Federation's face; whoever dared to leak information now would be committing treason.

At this moment, Han Na and a few other sisters came running over in a panic. They rushed in front of Su Mo and said urgently.

"Su Mo, don't go."

"Don't go, please."

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