Su Mo saw that and didn't decline.

"Then I'll accept it."

Long Ming reached out and patted Su Mo on the shoulder, saying with some emotion, "Regarding the ambush during the return trip five years ago, I actually have a good idea of what happened. I know the mastermind hasn't been caught yet. Although the informants I bought and placed in various countries have provided a lot of information, allowing me to dig out many traitors within the Federation, unfortunately, there's no information on the mastermind who leaked the information. But it doesn't matter, one day I will catch them. People always have to pay the price for what they do."

Hearing Long Ming's words, Su Mo's expression became extremely complicated. He awkwardly asked, "Council Speaker Long Ming, did you plant informants in every empire?"

Long Ming laughed heartily upon hearing this.

"Don't be so surprised, it's standard practice. Who doesn't plant some of their own people in the other side's house? It just depends on who is lucky enough to get useful information from the other side first. And this kind of thing can't be stopped, after all, every forest has all kinds of birds."

Long Ming was already used to it.

Su Mo's face twitched slightly. These people were playing the Infernal Affairs game for real.

"Actually, these are minor issues. The most troublesome things aren't these moles."

Long Ming said with a serious expression.

"What is it then?"

Su Mo asked curiously.

"The most troublesome are the people who have been contaminated by negative energy viruses, and some unknown forces have also infiltrated. Those are the most dangerous. Forget it, let's not talk about these things. As long as we are strong enough, those won't be a problem."

Long Ming waved his hand and said.

"Yeah."

Su Mo nodded.

At this time, Long Ming looked at the Marshal's uniform on the table and said to Su Mo cheerfully, "Five years ago, because your life and death were unknown, you missed that grand awarding ceremony. Originally, we prepared the rank of Lieutenant General for you, but later, a few of us old buddies discussed it and felt that there was no need to follow those regulations, so we simply went all the way to the top in one step. After all, everyone has seen your contributions."

Hearing this, Su Mo's expression changed slightly, and a hint of hesitation appeared on his face.

Long Ming noticed Su Mo's abnormality at a glance, and he asked with a smile, "There's no one else here, you can say anything you want."

Su Mo saluted Long Ming and said solemnly, "Council Speaker Long Ming, thank you very much for your trust in me. Actually, I came here today to resign. I want to retire."

Tang Qin, who was standing aside, also showed a look of shock when she heard this.

"Can you tell me why?"

Long Ming asked kindly, without much change in his expression.

Su Mo smiled wryly, revealing his left hand with the inhibitor ring, and said to Long Ming, "With my physical condition, I can't fight anymore. There's no point in staying in this position. Although I look fine now, it's all thanks to the inhibitor ring. Once I get on a biological mech and fight, the negative energy pollution will explode again."

"I know about this, but it doesn't matter. The injuries on your body were sustained for the Federation. No matter how much money it costs, the Federation will spare no expense to treat you."

Long Ming promised Su Mo.

"I understand that, and I have never doubted it. But I still want to retire."

Su Mo said calmly.

Long Ming said to Su Mo kindly, "Su Mo, there are some things I need to tell you. Although you can't fight now, it doesn't matter. You can take on other positions. As long as you hold this official position, everything you do will be twice as effective, and everyone will give you face. But once you lose this identity, things will be different. You will become an ordinary person. At that time, you will find that everything you do will be very difficult. There's a saying that it's easier to deal with the King of Hell than with the little devils."

"I understand, Council Speaker, but I have indeed thought it over clearly. I still want to soar freely. But Council Speaker Long Ming, I promise that if the Federation ever needs me, I will definitely come back without hesitation."

Su Mo replied with a very firm expression.

Long Ming smiled silently, and he said, "Alright, since you've said so, I won't say anything more. It's a good thing for young people to have their own ideas. When I was young, I was similar to you. For a while, I was also tired of being at the top and wanted to soar freely like a bird."

"Thank you, Council Speaker Long Ming, for your understanding."

Su Mo said gratefully.

"But since you are going to retire, I'll give you something in advance."

Long Ming pondered for a while before speaking.

Su Mo was also slightly stunned.

Tang Qin, who was waiting on the side, took out a delicate box and handed it to Su Mo.

"Open it and take a look."

Long Ming said with a smile.

Su Mo opened the box with a hint of curiosity, and saw a twenty-four-faceted medal lying quietly inside, emitting a soft halo, very dazzling.

"This is?"

Su Mo said with surprise.

"This is the Undying Starlight Badge, the first honorary badge in the history of the Federation, jointly issued by the Speaker of the House, the three Deputy Speakers, and all the Congressmen. It represents the highest honor of the Federation. At the same time, by holding this badge, you can unconditionally pass through all areas of the Federation, even including confidential areas. Originally, I was thinking of personally awarding it to you when you return to your position, but since you are going to retire, I'll give it to you in advance. It can also be regarded as a testament to all the contributions you have made to the Federation."

Long Ming explained to Su Mo solemnly. Of course, Long Ming didn't tell Su Mo everything, that this was a badge of privilege, for fear that he would be unwilling to accept it.

"Thank you."

Su Mo carefully closed the box.

At this time, Tang Qin took out another storage box and handed it to Su Mo.

"Sir Su Mo, these are the things you used to carry with you. Because that base was relatively special, these things were temporarily kept for you by me. Now I'm returning them to you."

Su Mo took it and opened the storage box. Inside was his old-fashioned mobile phone and his ID card and other sundries. He replied happily.

"Thank you so much!"

"You're welcome, this is what I should do."

Tang Qin shook her head.

"Council Speaker, if there's nothing else, I'll leave first?"

"Yeah."

Long Ming nodded amiably.

Su Mo bowed to Long Ming, and after taking two steps, turned his head to look at Long Ming and asked, "Council Speaker, regarding my retirement, do I need to go through any more procedures?"

"No need, go do what you like. I'll take care of the rest for you."

Long Ming said with a smile.

"Okay, then I'll go."

Su Mo took his things and prepared to leave with a very relaxed and happy mood.

"Mr. Su Mo, would you like me to see you off?"

Tang Qin quickly asked.

"No need."

Su Mo waved his hand freely and left directly.