1017 Prepare to Go
“Emperor, we have located Hong Dali’s whereabouts!” A short Jabanese man politely said to the Jabanese Emperor. “As long as we report the information to the aliens, we will surely receive great benefits! By then, our Jaban State will surely have the chance to return as the ruler of Earth!”
This short, middle-aged man was dressed in a gray suit. He was the Prime Minister of Jaban State, Shinichi Abe.
As the Prime Minister, Shinichi Abe had never forgotten his dreams.
He wanted to restore the Jaban empire to its former glory!
“Okay!” The Jabanese Emperor slapped his thigh. “Whether our Jaban empire is able to return to its former glory depends on you! Bring some people along and leave at once. I have secretly kept a spacecraft. Take that for your journey!”
“Understood!”
Soon, a spacecraft, hidden in the darkness, exited the building. It instantly disappeared into the night sky.
…
In the distance, Ran Asakawa looked at the spacecraft and smiled seductively. She mumbled to herself, “As expected, they fell for it so easily. Their IQ… hehe.”
Behind her, the Yamaguchi-gumi members greeted her politely. “Miss Ran Asakawa, our mission has been completed. For the rewards…”
“Don’t worry.” Ran Asakawa said gently, “The rest of your lives will be very comfortable. I’ve arranged the positions for you. You’ll receive a monthly salary of 5,000 Dali Dollars. Meals and accommodation included.”
“Thank you, Miss Ran Asakawa!”
…
In the universe, the High Nobles’ fleet, inside the commanding spacecraft.
“Earth is buzzing right now. Haha.” Komodo happily held his wineglass and took a sip. He smiled and said, “Hurry, look at this. Everyone on Earth is protesting and going on parades to demand them to give up Hong Dali. I wonder what Hong Dali, the one who took care of the Earthlings, will feel when he sees this scene.”
It was no wonder he said that. On all the holographic projection screens in front of him, the surveillance footage from the various cities on New Earth was being played.
Countless people raised their signboards and chanted slogans about defeating Hong Dali. They were extremely violent and volatile. Anything related to Hong Dali would be smashed into smithereens by them.
“This is my favorite thing.” Red Wolf smiled and showed his fangs. “Death isn’t the most terrifying thing for humans. The most terrifying thing is the feeling of being betrayed. Furthermore, being betrayed by everyone. Right now, everyone on this New Earth probably wants Hong Dali dead. Hahahaha!”
The rest nodded in agreement.
“That’s the effect we’re looking for.” Silver Hair Komodo smiled and turned to look at Ai’er. “Oh, right. Can we see the movements of those twenty King Zergs about to enter the New Earth?”
“They’re blocked by the atmosphere. I can’t see.” Ai’er helplessly shrugged. “You know that my ability only works either in the universe or on the planets. The areas between the universe and the planet exceed my capabilities. I can’t do anything about that.”
“Alright, forget it.” Komodo was not overly concerned. “Just twenty King Zergs. They can’t cause too much trouble.”
As they enjoyed the riots on Earth, a guard suddenly walked in and said, “Report, there are a few human refugees from Earth. They claim to have important matters to report to you, Sirs.”
“Hm? Refugees from the New Earth?” Komodo frowned. “Bring them in.”
Soon, a few short and frivolous, middle-aged men trembled as they walked in. Once they saw Komodo, they instantly knelt down and greeted him. “Prime Minister of the Jaban State on Earth, Shinichi Abe. Greetings to all!”
“Shinichi Abe? What a funny name.” Komodo stood up and stepped on Shinichi Abe’s head. “Why did you escape from the New Earth to this place? I can give you one minute. If your answer isn’t satisfactory, I will make you all into human popsicles as your punishment. You’ll be placed into cages as exhibitions and all my soldiers will get to visit you.”
Human popsicles. It meant the act of chopping off one’s limbs, leaving only the head attached while ensuring that the person stayed alive. It was an extremely cruel punishment.
As the Prime Minister of Jaban State, he heard first of the word “Human Popsicle” from the Heavenly State. Now that he heard it again, he shuddered and hurriedly explained to the Top Operative—
“We have brought the latest information about Hong Dali!” Shinichi Abe mustered up the courage and said, “Hong Dali is currently hidden in an underground warehouse below a civilian residence. My people wanted to go in and capture him, but he was too strong for us. We have no other ways. Please, Sir, do as you see fit with the information.”
“Oh? You’ve located him?” Komodo suddenly stood up. He smiled and said, “Then, let me ask you this. What was Hong Dali like when you fought him?”
His question was actually a trap. He asked what Hong Dali was like when fighting. However, it was obvious that only Hong Dali’s lackeys would need to make a move against normal people.
Luckily for Shinichi Abe, his Yamaguchi-gumi members mentioned that Hong Dali’s lackeys were incredibly powerful. Hence, he was very sure of himself. “My men said that Hong Dali’s lackeys were powerful and murdered most of them. Hence, they only dared to follow them and not attack.”
Lackeys! Once Komodo heard that word, he was 90% sure that Shinichi Abe was telling the truth.
After all, Hong Dali was already extremely powerful. However, he did not easily make a move. His lackeys always settled things for him. If Hong Dali needed to transform into a Star Knight against humans, that would be a huge joke.
Hence, Komodo touched his chin and nodded. “Hm, you’re not bad. This information is precious. Alright.” He snapped his fingers. “I’m someone who gives clear rewards and punishments. Since you’ve provided me with such precious information, I won’t mistreat you. Bring them down and arrange their accommodations. Oh, right.” He looked at Shinichi Abe. “Once we capture Hong Dali, you will be responsible for it too, albeit a tiny contribution only. Speak. What do you want?”
Touched! Shinichi Abe was instantly touched!
He even wanted to hug Komodo’s leg and cry. He finally controlled himself and excitedly said, “We, the Jabanese empire, are the most excellent people on Earth! However, we were invaded and occupied by Hong Dali’s country. Hence, we wish to restore our Jabanese empire to its former glory!”
“Restore the glory?” Komodo laughed. “You have some plans. Alright, once we catch Hong Dali, we will help you. Take your leave now.”
“Yes, yes, Sir!” Shinichi Abe suppressed his excitement and politely bowed. Then, he left together with the guard.
“Silver Hair, what do you think?” Once Shinichi Abe and the rest left, Red Wolf leaned on the sofa and said, “Should we leave now to capture Hong Dali? However, to be honest, I advise against any direct confrontation with him. His Star Knight transformation will be a tough thing to deal with for us. I don’t even want to meet him until our High Nobles’ ultimate battle weapon is ready.”
“Of course we can’t have any direct confrontations.” Silver Hair nodded. “Star Knight, that’s one of the strongest single combat force in the universe. Furthermore, our advantage in firepower is huge. There’s no need to risk it. We just have to push the humans and make them surround all those related to Hong Dali. I believe that, with Hong Dali’s temper, he won’t be able to sit back and watch his friends and family get captured and die. Oh, right, no dying. Things will get complicated if they die. The best way is to capture them. Capture!”
“Hahaha, that’s a good suggestion.” Red Wolf excitedly licked his lips. “Capture his friends and family. Make him surrender. That’s indeed the best way. Judging by the previous documents provided, he cares a lot about the weak. If we can capture his friends or his parents, there’s no way he won’t give in!”
“Hahahaha, that’s right!” Komodo laughed. “Give the orders. I’ll give them one day to capture all of Hong Dali’s friends and family. Put them in front of the warehouse he’s hiding in. I don’t believe that he can control himself!”
Hence, on the third day that the Top Operatives reached Earth, the entire situation on the surface of New Earth became even crazier.
Everyone started digging, not giving up any corners. At the same time, only the warehouse that Hong Dali was hiding in was always protected secretly by armed guards. No strangers were allowed inside.
“Haha, as expected, they didn’t dare to come to capture me themselves.” Hong Dali lied on the sofa and licked his lips uncomfortably. “Aiya, my attribute points are finally rising again. Speaking of which, I guess their actions of smashing counts as squandering too. Hehe, I miss Sister Nianwei. Without her lap to lie on, it’s a little hard to get used to…”
Why else would he be called greasy?
His attribute points grew by other twenty-plus points. It felt great.
Of course, Lan Ruoxi did not know what Hong Dali was thinking. She dotingly looked at Hong Dali. “Do you want to lie on my lap?”
“Nevermind. I’m so old. Hehe.” Hong Dali was shy about his mother’s suggestion. Hence, he decisively shook his head in rejection.
“Aiyo, my little prodigal knows how to be shy?” Lan Ruoxi smiled and suddenly asked, “Speaking of which, Dali, when do you plan on getting a child? You’re not that young anymore. I think Xinxin and Nianwei probably both have more-than-friends relationships with you, right? You need to hurry up on the kids part. The recent generations of the Hong Family have been small. Especially your father and I. We always wanted to give you a younger brother or sister. However, our bodies did not allow us to. Hence, I can only count on hugging your grandson or granddaughter. We’re not patriarchal and don’t prefer boys to girls, but you need to at least give us one, right?”
“Ah, haha, haha.” In a rare occurrence, Hong Dali blushed. He sniffled and mumbled, “Mom, how old my I? Why are you rushing to hug your grandchild? My classmates are still studying, right? Are they well? Eh, speaking of which, that Komodo wanted to capture all of my relatives and friends. Will they be fine?”
His worry was not without reason.
After all, nobody on Earth was aware of the fact that there were over twenty King Zergs undergoing fusion with Hong Dali’s lackeys. Hence, they were enraged and crazy. Furthermore, with the mysterious man’s orders for the various country leaders to secretly add fuel to the fire, it was difficult to say whether Hong Dali’s classmates would be fooled too.
“Don’t worry.” Lan Ruoxi smiled and said, “Your grandfather is way ahead of you on that. They’re all under the protection of the army. Hence, unless the Top Operatives come themselves to catch them, they’ll be safe.”
“Hehe, I knew that I could count on my grandpa.” Hong Dali smiled and wiped his nose. Then, he asked Ji Zining, who was drinking tea and playing internet games. “Sister Zining, how’s everything on your side?”
“Progress is good.” Ji Zining did not even turn around. She focused on her Dream Dota League. “Two more hours until fusion is completed. Prepare yourself. Little rascal, once the fusion is successful, it’ll your time to act.”
“Hm, understood.” Hong Dali stood up. “Alright, mom, I’ll pack my stuff and prepare to leave.”
“Little rascal.” Lan Ruoxi’s eyes turned red as she watched her son preparing. “Be careful about everything. Remember, life first. Don’t be impulsive.”
“Don’t worry.” Hong Dali smiled and hugged Lan Ruoxi. “I’ll be back.”
