"The Federation's elite are basically all involved."

Wang Hai briefly explained the situation to Su Mo.

"So, what's the situation now?"

Su Mo asked upon hearing this.

Wang Hai and the others stiffened at Su Mo's words, and they fell silent.

Seeing this, Su Mo's heart sank, and the smile gradually faded from his face.

The atmosphere became heavy and oppressive.

Wang Hai then calmly said to Su Mo, "Nearly half were sacrificed, and countless were wounded."

Even though Su Mo was mentally prepared, his heart still skipped a beat. He didn't expect it to be so tragic.

Seeing Su Mo's silence and somewhat dim expression, Wang Hai turned around to comfort him.

"Su Mo, don't think too much about it. Since we chose to participate in the Star Ring City's selection, we were prepared to sacrifice ourselves. As the saying goes, death and the battlefield are the best destinations for soldiers. Besides, we now know what we are doing, so everything is worth it."

"Yeah."

Su Mo took a long breath and forced a smile.

"Let's not talk about that. Are you free?"

Wang Hai asked Su Mo.

"Yes."

Su Mo replied crisply.

"Then let's get together. We just finished the second round of operations and are now in a rest period. The third round of missions hasn't been arranged yet, so we have some time. Otherwise, who knows if we'll be able to come back alive after the next mission."

"Okay!"

Su Mo agreed without hesitation.

"Okay, then we'll go prepare. See you at the Annihilator-class Battleship Phantom Flower."

Wang Hai was very happy to see Su Mo agree.

"The Annihilator-class Battleship Phantom Flower has also been dispatched?"

Su Mo was a little surprised.

"Yes!"

"Okay, no problem."

Su Mo nodded.

...

Several hours later.

Su Mo arrived at Port 3, and from a distance, he saw the docked Annihilator-class Battleship Phantom Flower. However, the entire ship looked battered and scarred.

It was evident that this ship had undergone many baptism of fire.

At this time, a large number of the Federation's mechanics were working overtime to maintain it.

Su Mo walked towards the main entrance of the Phantom Flower, and he ran into many Federation officers who recognized him at a glance.

They all greeted him with joy and saluted.

"Lord Su Mo! You've arrived."

...

"Yes, thank you for your hard work."

Su Mo responded with a smile to each officer.

Just then, a rather surprised voice rang out.

"Su Mo!"

Su Mo turned his head and looked over, his expression also very surprised. He said,

"Lin Ming!"

Lin Ming walked up to Su Mo, extended his strong hands, gave him a tight hug, and said very happily,

"I didn't expect we'd meet again one day."

"Don't say that. But how did you end up here? I remember you didn't participate in the Star Ring City's official formation. I thought you went back to the Lin family."

Su Mo asked, excited and puzzled.

"I was previously stationed on Vesta, and later retreated to the Reawakened Chris Base. Originally, I was going to return to Earth, but later, due to various reasons, I gave up and came over with the Federation formation."

Lin Ming briefly explained the situation to Su Mo.

Hearing Lin Ming's words, Su Mo roughly guessed the reason.

With Lin Ming's personality, it was impossible for him to watch his comrades who had gone through life and death with him follow Star Ring City to Negative God Star, while he returned to Earth and hid in the rear.

Of course, Lin Ming knew very well that he was choosing a path of no return, but he still embarked on it without hesitation.

"Does Father know about this?"

Su Mo pondered for a moment and asked.

"No, I decided this on the spur of the moment. But I asked someone to send a letter back. I believe Father should understand me."

Lin Ming's expression became even more somber.

Looking at the silent Lin Ming, Su Mo said with a smile,

"Don't worry, Father will be proud of you!"

Hearing Su Mo's words, Lin Ming's resolute face was somewhat moved as he said,

"Really?"

Su Mo looked at his half-brother and solemnly nodded in reply.

"Definitely!"

"Well, it's just that I can't be by their side. I hope they're okay."

"You don't have to worry about them. If there are no accidents, they have already evacuated with Goli."

"That's great. Let's not chat here, let's get on the ship!"

After hearing Su Mo's words, Lin Ming revealed a bright smile.

"Okay!"

Su Mo nodded.

Before long, Su Mo and Lin Ming boarded the Phantom Flower while chatting.

Soon, they arrived at the central lounge of the Phantom Flower.

They saw that it was filled with tables, and many Federation officers and soldiers had already entered, making it very lively.

Some even came with IV drips.

At this time, Tia saw Su Mo and Lin Ming, her lips slightly raised, and she walked up with her men.

"Oh, isn't this Lord Su Mo? It's really a rare sight!"

"Lord Tia."

Su Mo turned his head, looked over, and replied with a smile. Being able to see old friends here was truly a very happy thing.

"Just call me Xiaoya. I can't afford the title of Lord! How many years ago was it that we last ate together?"

Tia asked with a smile.

"A long time ago, I can't quite remember."

"If you can't remember, you'll have to be punished later. We're not going home until we're drunk tonight."

"No problem."

Su Mo agreed very readily.

"Lord Su Mo..."

At this time, Jiang Hanqiu, who was next to Tia, suddenly spoke up.

"Jiang Hanqiu, what's wrong?"

Su Mo also saw that Jiang Hanqiu seemed to have something to say.

"Lord Su Mo, Xiao Wen and the others seem to be following you. Are they also in Star Ring City?"

"Yes, I've already notified them, and they'll be here soon."

"Really?"

Jiang Hanqiu couldn't help but reveal a bright smile.

Tia turned her head and said to Jiang Hanqiu with a smile, "Go pick them up."

"Okay, I'll go now."

Jiang Hanqiu left in a bit of a hurry.

Tia looked at Jiang Hanqiu's back and said to Su Mo, "Ever since you took Xiao Wen and the others away from the Federation, Jiang Hanqiu hasn't seen them in eight hundred years."

"My fault, my fault."

Su Mo smiled wryly and apologized.

Wang Hai also walked over at this time and said to Su Mo and the others.

"Don't just stand here and chat. Everyone's almost here. Let's start!"

"Okay."

Su Mo nodded in response.

Then, Su Mo and the others walked towards the main table, and many Federation officers greeted Su Mo enthusiastically along the way.

Su Mo waved back at each familiar face.

At this time, he also noticed that there were many people missing in the crowd. Many tables had bowls and chopsticks, but no one was sitting at them.

Those empty seats were probably for their sacrificed comrades.

Soon, Su Mo and the others were all seated at the main table. Tia stood up, raised her hand, and signaled everyone to be quiet.

The huge lounge suddenly fell silent.