Shadows of the Deep Space

For a moment, the atmosphere at the scene became somewhat awkward.

Lady Hai Lan naturally noticed the dilemma facing Su Ming and the others, and sighed helplessly.

"Mr. Su Ming, I actually didn't intend for you to help us restore the kingdom; I know this matter is beyond your capabilities. I just want to ask you to help introduce us to Lord Luo Kui."

Hearing Hai Lan's words, Su Ming coughed lightly and replied.

"Lady Hai Lan, your timing is really unfortunate; most of the troops have gone out to battle, and Commander Luo Kui has also left."

"Alas!"

Hai Lan sighed in disappointment upon hearing Su Ming's words.

"Mother...."

Catherine, seeing her mother's low spirits, called out in concern.

"It's fine."

Hai Lan showed a doting expression and patted Catherine's head.

Gurgle~!

At this time, Catherine's stomach suddenly growled.

After hearing it, Su Ming smiled and said to Hai Lan and Catherine.

"Lady Hai Lan, Catherine. You probably haven't eaten yet. How about I treat you to a meal first?"

"Really?"

Catherine said happily.

"Of course it's true. What would you like to eat?"

Su Ming affectionately ruffled Catherine's little head and asked.

At this moment, Hai Lan, feeling a bit embarrassed, spoke up.

"Mr. Su Ming, this seems inappropriate, making you spend money."

"There's nothing inappropriate about it. It's just a meal between acquaintances. Besides, we haven't eaten yet either. Let's go!"

Su Ming replied with a smile.

"Alright, then I'll impose on you."

Seeing this, Hai Lan did not insist further.

"Let's go!"

Su Ming and his companions then led them towards the outside.

.... The reference version of this chapter is on M*V*LEMPYR.

A moment later.

Su Ming took them to a high-end beef restaurant.

"Welcome."

Two tall and elegantly made-up female waitresses greeted courteously.

"Give us a quiet private room."

Su Ming instructed simply.

"Alright, please follow me."

The waitress led Su Ming and the others to a private room in the corner of the second floor.

After Su Ming sat down, he picked up the menu and asked Hai Lan and Catherine.

"Is there anything you'd like to eat?"

"Mr. Su Ming, you can order anything you like."

Hai Lan replied politely.

Su Ming then handed the menu to the waitress and instructed her.

"One signature set menu for each person, and serve all of your specialties. Also, we don't need room service, please don't disturb us."

"Understood, please wait a moment."

The waitress withdrew courteously.

Before long, dishes of exquisite low-temperature steaks were served, filling the entire dining table.

Catherine gazed at the meat on the table, swallowing a mouthful of saliva involuntarily.

Seeing this, Su Ming chuckled and said.

"Catherine, go ahead and eat."

"Okay."

Hearing Su Ming's words, Catherine happily picked up a knife and fork, cut a piece, and put it in her mouth to chew.

Hai Lan sat there gracefully, quietly watching her daughter eat.

"Lady Hai Lan, you should also have some, try to see how it tastes."

Seeing the situation, Su Ming said.

"Alright."

Hai Lan nodded and also picked up a knife and fork to cut a small piece of beef, tasting it lightly.

Su Ming, Rhein, and the others also picked up their knives and forks to start dining.

However, after eating a few bites, Su Ming noticed that Hai Lan sat there pondering deeply and had eaten very little.

Su Ming sighed inwardly and raised his bracelet to search the intelligence database of the combat headquarters for information about the Crimson Country.

Swish!

A dense array of data and messages popped up.

Seeing this information, he couldn't help but shake his head.

The Crimson Country is located at the center of the Danube Star Sea, a very important geographical position, and is one of the three major transit points occupied by the Dark Star Empire. Back then, the first nation the Dark Star Empire annihilated when it waged war was the Crimson Country.

And now, stationed at the Crimson Country, is the Deputy Corps Commander of the Dark Star Empire's Third Legion, Awabido. Not only does he hold heavy troops, but he also has a Star Destroyer, the Dark Blood.

Moreover, Su Ming saw a piece of information that the royal family members of the Crimson Country were massacred, and no survivors have been reported.

Su Ming sighed slightly, then advised Hai Lan.

"Lady Hai Lan, you should eat more, and as for the matter of restoring the kingdom, don't worry. After all, it's not like the Crimson Country was invaded just yesterday. Now that the Federation has amassed significant forces, they have intentions of pushing back. Maybe one day they will retake the Crimson Country, so there's still a bit of hope."

"I know, it's just that this is our last hope. We can't miss this opportunity."

Hai Lan forced a smile.

"But Lady Hai Lan, I don't quite understand why you're so adamant about restoring the kingdom? After all, most of the royal family members of the Crimson Country have fallen."

Su Ming looked at Hai Lan, puzzled, and asked.

Although his words might sound harsh, given Hai Lan's current situation, wanting to restore the kingdom seems like a fantasy.

Even if the Federation really pushed back to the Crimson Country and even captured it,

the Federation might not be willing to help them restore the kingdom, as without enough benefits, the Federation would not relinquish the land they secured.

Hearing Su Ming's words, Hai Lan and Catherine's faces showed a deeply sorrowful expression.

"Sorry."

Seeing this, Su Ming apologized.

Hai Lan shook her head, looked at Su Ming, and said.

"Mr. Su Ming, you don't need to feel sorry. I've long known about the sacrifice of my husband Amis and the others. The reason I'm so persistent about restoring the kingdom is because it's my husband Amis's wish."

"Alas, I really want to help you, but my strength is insufficient, and I am powerless to help."