Chapter 101 General Gilson_2
Blue Star Energy Technology Group collides with the Ministry of Defense under the Lucas Star Federation Government?
Clearly, Xu Mo did not believe they possessed such capital. It was like a mantis trying to stop a chariot, even if everyone knew they were right, they would still be the ones to die.
If such a matter were to be brought to light, King Richard himself would deal with them.
As a princess, Elizabeth might be safe, but that did not mean King Richard wouldn't take action against Blue Star Energy Technology Group. What could a company's weight possibly do against the Ministry of Defense? Moreover, it would cause a scandal with extremely damaging repercussions.
Therefore, it was enough that he himself knew about it.
Of course, they couldn't say it publicly, but that didn't mean Elizabeth couldn't give King Richard a hint. In doing so, King Richard would also come to understand Elizabeth's reasonableness.
Additionally, how would King Richard view the situation if the Ministry of Defense, using its military influence, reached out to the Olay family to help Prince Charles against Princess Elizabeth's company?
Although Prince Charles was the first in the line of succession, King Richard was still there, healthy and not of a significant age. The prince was interfering with the Ministry of Defense and the military, and against his own sister at that—what was he trying to achieve?
This alone might not compel King Richard to take any action, but it would be enough to count against Prince Charles.
"Okay." Elizabeth gave Xu Mo a meaningful glance. This guy was no good person, quite sinister actually.
"Who are those Transcendents from the Blue Star Energy Technology Group?" Elizabeth asked in a low voice.
"Whom are you referring to?" Xu Mo asked.
"The ones that appeared at the Olay family's." Elizabeth said.
"They were probably hired by the group," Xu Mo said.
Elizabeth glared at him. She naturally realized that Xu Mo's establishment of the Blue Star Energy Technology Group was not so simple; he had a complete team behind him, including researchers and powerful Transcendents, and he had quickly taken control of a fleet.
She watched the live broadcast when that fleet fought very orderly, like professional soldiers.
However, Elizabeth did not press further. Let it be.
Several days later, at the Lucas Star Federation Government.
In a luxurious room, King Richard was sitting behind his desk when there was a knock at the door. He glanced outside and saw a figure appear at the door.
"Come in," King Richard said.
The person stepped in, placed their right hand over their chest, and bowed, saying, "Your Majesty."
"What is your opinion on this matter involving Blue Star Energy Technology Group?" King Richard asked casually. He had seen media discussions on the matter. Prior to the event, Elizabeth had spoken to him, but since the Ministry of Defense believed there was no such precedent, he had declined Elizabeth's request.
This matter was a minor one to him; he hadn't paid it much attention. After all, the Ministry of Defense had its own considerations. Mobilizing the military to fight for a princess' company indeed seemed inappropriate.
But yesterday, Elizabeth had a casual chat with him, which made him realize that this matter might not be as simple as it seemed on the surface.
"Your Majesty, Blue Star Energy Group is just a company, yet now they are using military force and have made contact with Sasi Kingdom and Carolan Star, which seems like an overstep," the visitor began. "In this operation, public opinion is questioning why we were not involved, it seems that they believe the Lucas Star Federation Government should have cooperated with the Blue Star Energy Technology Group to initiate military action."
"Hmm," King Richard nodded and casually asked, "How is Gilson doing now?"
The person was startled, suddenly feeling a chill, and said in a low voice, "Gilson is organizing a military exercise."
"Gilson is talented," King Richard nodded and said, "You may go."
"Yes, Your Majesty." The visitor bowed, then turned and walked away. But their mood upon arrival and departure was entirely different; now they felt a coldness spreading through them.
Clearly, His Majesty knew something.
But His Majesty the King did not pursue the matter, nor even mentioned it.
It seems that I can no longer interfere with this matter in the future.
Sitting in his position, he should not have been involved in these affairs, but he needed to consider the future of Douglas.
Douglas and Prince Charles were contemporaries and friends; when Prince Charles ascended to the throne, Douglas, as a man close to Prince Charles, had the opportunity to take up an important position.
Thus, he was not helping Prince Charles, but rather his own son.
However, it must be said that he still overstepped his bounds.
Having destroyed a spaceship and executed over two hundred personnel, King Richard might not do anything to him, and might only mention it casually, but he understood that he needed to align his position properly now; he feared this incident had already caused King Richard to be displeased with him.
He had not expected Princess Elizabeth to be so capable; it seems that Her Highness must not be underestimated.
Let this matter come to an end here.
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Byron Star, President's Mansion.
A meeting was currently being held.
On the screen, a video was being played, showing the military operation of the Blue Star Energy Technology Group against the Olay family.
Not only were the President's Mansion staff present in the meeting, but Li Zelong and Nanming Huowu were also there. They were included because they had discovered the connection between the Blue Star Energy Technology Group and Xu Mo, thus they were invited to this meeting.
"Li Zelong, please give us an introduction to the Blue Star Energy Technology Group," President Conrad said to Li Zelong.
Li Zelong stood up and began, "The Blue Star Energy Technology Group is held by multiple shareholders, including the Princess of Lucas Star, Elizabeth, as well as royal members from the Sasi Kingdom, Carolan Star, and others. The Aerospace Union and an interstellar bank are also involved. Providing technical support are people from Byron Star, presumably utilizing the superpower technology discovered from the Deep Sea Battleships to build the Blue Star Energy Technology Group. Led by Xu Mo, their team holds a significant share."
"Now, the market value of Blue Star Energy Technology Group has reached a terrifying figure, measured in trillions of star coins."
After Li Zelong finished speaking and sat down, Conrad continued, "The video you're watching is the military action taken by the Blue Star Energy Technology Group against a planet. They mobilized several fleets to launch an attack, overwhelmingly crushing the military organization of the Olay family on Austin Star."
Everyone felt a shock in their hearts upon hearing the words of Conrad and Li Zelong.
Xu Mo; they were too familiar with this name; once the hero of Byron Star, his duel with the Lancelot Star People had defended the dignity of Byron Star.
"It's speculated that Xu Mo and his team have never left Byron Star. They have a base of the Blue Star Energy Technology Group on Byron Star. However, I sent people to search previously and still found no traces. We've searched at the former base of the Divine Sword Bureau and in Steel Dome City, finding nothing. I've already ordered a thorough investigation of Steel Dome City; the base of Blue Star Energy Technology Group could be very secretive," said Conrad.
Conrad looked around and asked, "Does anyone have any suggestions?"
If the base exists, the technology might be there as well.
Conrad was eager to obtain the core technology.
"I have a suggestion," Li Zelong spoke up.
"Go ahead," said Conrad, turning to Li Zelong.
"I've spent some time in Steel Dome City. There was a military coup that took over the governance, and the current mayor of Steel Dome City, Sun Youcai, rose to power with the support of Xu Mo. Assuming the base is built on Byron Star, it would certainly require manpower. It's very likely that they would recruit from Steel Dome City. Xu Mo has a good relationship with Sun Youcai, as well as with the Military District of Steel Dome City. This could be a starting point," Li Zelong explained.
Conrad nodded upon hearing Li Zelong's words, not as familiar with the events that happened in Steel Dome City, but since Li Zelong had firsthand experience, Conrad believed he understood better.
Conrad commanded, "Dispatch someone immediately to conduct a thorough investigation of the Steel Dome City Military District. Also, bring the mayor of Steel Dome City here for questioning."