Shadows of the Deep Space

Su Ming heard this, and said in a deep voice.

"I understand."

Hai Lan nodded.

For a moment, the atmosphere in the private room became somewhat heavy.

Rhein and the others silently bowed their heads to eat.

Not long after, Su Ming and the others finished their dinner. However, since he ordered quite a lot, there was still a lot of food left.

Hai Lan candidly said to Su Ming.

"Mr. Su Ming, can I pack up the remaining dishes?"

"Of course, Rhein, go call the waiter."

Su Ming finished speaking and glanced at Rhein, then rubbed his hands.

Rhein immediately understood and hurriedly left.

"Thank you, Brother Su Ming."

Catherine said happily to Su Ming.

"It's nothing."

Su Ming smiled and said to Catherine.

...

A moment later.

Su Ming and his companions walked out of the restaurant.

Hai Lan, carrying the leftover food, stopped and bowed deeply to Su Ming, expressing her gratitude.

"Thank you, Mr. Su Ming, for your hospitality."

"No need to thank me."

Su Ming shook his head in response.

"Brother Su Ming, will we meet again in the future?"

Catherine asked, reluctant to part.

"We will, just be good and follow your mother. When I'm free here, I'll come to see you."

Su Ming reached out and patted Catherine's little head.

Just then, Rhein hurried back, carrying a large black bag, and handed it to Su Ming.

Su Ming took the bag and gave it to Catherine, saying.

"Catherine, this is for you."

"Mr. Su Ming, this is not appropriate, you've already helped us a lot."

Hai Lan instantly recognized what was inside the black bag. If she guessed correctly, it should all be cash.

"Lady Hai Lan, this is for Catherine."

Su Ming immediately noticed Hai Lan's predicament, even though he had left them quite a bit of money.

But given that the cost of living in Starlight City is high, and they still have to take care of many children and plead for help everywhere, presumably, there wasn't much left.

"Alright, Catherine, quickly thank Mr. Su Ming."

Hai Lan said to Catherine, her expression somewhat complicated.

"Thank you, Brother Su Ming."

Catherine dutifully thanked Su Ming.

"Mmh, if you need anything, come find Brother Su Ming."

Su Ming smiled and said to Catherine.

"Okay!"

Catherine nodded in agreement.

"We're leaving now, Lady Hai Lan."

Su Ming then said goodbye to Lady Hai Lan.

"Take care."

Lady Hai Lan slightly bowed again to Su Ming and his group.

Su Ming and Rhein's group turned around and left, heading toward the combat command headquarters.

Hai Lan watched Su Ming's departing figure, with a very conflicted expression on her face.

Meanwhile, she looked down at Catherine, took a deep breath, her expression became very firm, and then pulled Catherine to catch up with Su Ming and the others, shouting.

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Su Ming and his group heard Hai Lan's shout, then stopped their steps, and turned to look at Hai Lan and Catherine who were catching up.

"Miss Hai Lan, is there something else?"

Su Ming asked, puzzled.

Rhein and the others also looked at Hai Lan with great confusion.

Hai Lan took a deep breath, her eyes very determined, and said.

"Mr. Su Ming, I officially issue a commission to you, hoping you can help us restore our nation."

Su Ming was very surprised to hear Hai Lan's words.

Rhein and the others were instantly dumbfounded and said in shock.

"Lady Hai Lan, please don't joke about this. Not to mention whether we have the ability to help you restore the country, just the matter of restoring a nation is not that simple, it requires a huge cost, do you understand? It's not just a little bit!"

"I understand, I can afford the cost, and it's absolutely enough."

Hai Lan replied very solemnly.

"How is that possible?"

Rhein and the others said, bewildered.

They had just seen the plight of Hai Lan and her daughter, who were almost unable to afford a meal, how could they afford the cost.

"Rhein, don't say any more."

Su Ming heard Hai Lan's words, his eyelid twitched, and he sternly interrupted Rhein.

Rhein and the others immediately closed their mouths.

Su Ming was quite familiar with Lady Hai Lan.

She is a typical noblewoman, educated and appropriate, not the type to boast or act indiscreetly.

"Lady Hai Lan, this is not the place to talk, let's discuss this elsewhere."

Su Ming said very seriously.

"Alright."

Hai Lan nodded slightly.

"Come with me."

Su Ming then led them away.

...

Not long after, Su Ming brought everyone to Villa No. A24 on Anning Street.

This is a two-story-and-a-half villa built with White Crystal Stone, complete with a 100-square-meter courtyard.

Su Ming picked up his officer card and swiped it through the door access control.

Beep!

The door opened automatically.

Su Ming led everyone into the villa, arriving in the spacious and luxurious living room.

The furniture placed here was very high-end and all brand new, must say that the Military Department's housing is quite good.

However, Su Ming had no mood to inspect these, he led everyone to the second floor via a spiral staircase, randomly entering a guest room.

Then he said to Rhein and the others.

"Check this room, leave no corner unchecked, dismantle any suspicious electronic devices."

"Alright!"

Rhein and the others immediately started searching.

Subsequently, Su Ming activated the Symbiotic Armor, covering his whole body, to scan the entire room comprehensively.

After a long while, all hidden dangers were completely cleared.

Su Ming then said to Rhein and the others.

"Rhein, you guys go outside and keep watch, don't let anyone get close, I will talk with Lady Hai Lan."

"Alright!"

Rhein and the four immediately left the room, closing the door behind them.

Catherine looked at Su Ming and her mother in confusion. Although she didn't quite understand what was happening, she could clearly feel that something wasn't right.