The Seventh Base

Chapter 788: 129 The First Time_3

Chapter 788: Chapter 129 The First Time_3

In the castle, Xu Mo and Zero arrived here.

Zero’s mother and Sister Butterfly were also there.

Up to now, Xu Mo still wasn’t clear about Zero’s family background.

But one thing he was sure of was that Sister Butterfly was strong, even stronger than he had initially thought.

“After taking down Byron, what are your plans for the future?” At the dinner table, Zero’s mother asked Xu Mo.

“Develop technology and military power, secure a firm foothold in the Star System Alliance, and become one of the top planets in the Star System Alliance,” Xu Mo replied decisively. In the future, Byron Star would be his base. From there, he planned to expand outward and grow stronger.

Once Byron Star was powerful enough, he would then explore the farther reaches of the universe.

“In the era after the Empire, the relationships among the planets in the star system are based on plundering. Before you have sufficient power, try not to expose too much, or else you’ll become a target for plundering,” Zero’s mother reminded him.

“Understood.” Xu Mo nodded. The exposure of the Deep Sea Civilization had consecutively attracted the plundering of planets such as Lancelot Star and Camp Star, and Lucas Star also harbored some thoughts.

“In the past, Byron Star, being weak, endured a lot of humiliations, but in reality, it was safer, because it lacked resources and technology, no one bothered to look at it, not even seeing the value in plundering it. But now it’s different,” Zero’s mother continued. “All the major planets in the star system, just like you, feel insecure. They too must guard against the plunder and hunting by high-level civilizations, even Mandala Star is no exception, so the only choice is to strive forward with all their might, unless they can stand at the pinnacle.”

Xu Mo nodded and listened attentively to the advice.

“Don’t neglect your own strength either. A top Transcendent can be worth a whole planet,” Zero’s mother said. “Zero has now reached A+ in both Source Power Level and Spiritual Power Level. She will stay with me for a while, and only after she breaks through to S will I let her go to you.”

Zero was taken aback and looked at her mother.

But Zero’s mother had always been domineering and was not the type to discuss things with her.

That meant Zero would also stop attending Lucas University. That was fine; it meant that Xu Mo wouldn’t need to return to Lucas University either.

“Then I’ll stay here with Zero for a few days,” Xu Mo said.

“No need, your presence here would distract her from her cultivation,” Zero’s mother said.

“…” Xu Mo looked at Zero, who also seemed to look back at her mother with a touch of grievance.

“All right then, I hope Zero makes the breakthrough soon,” Xu Mo said. As he stood up, he added, “I’ll be heading back first.”

“Okay.” Zero’s mother nodded.

Zero saw Xu Mo to the door, and as the two of them left, Zero’s mother said, “Am I being a bit too harsh?”

Sister Butterfly looked at her.

“They are at an age flush with passionate energy, and Xu Mo is also very proud. He won’t be obedient like Zero, letting me have my way with everything,” Zero’s mother said.

Sister Butterfly didn’t say anything. Although Xu Mo behaved very cheerfully in front of them, indeed, he had a very proud nature—what genius doesn’t have their pride?

As Xu Mo left the castle, he ruffled Zero’s hair and said, “Zero, give it your all. Let’s see who breaks through to S first.”

“Fight it out when the time comes?” Zero looked at Xu Mo and said.

“All you know is fighting, show some skill and fight somewhere else,” Xu Mo gently tapped on Zero’s head, and Zero glared at him.

“Let’s go, be good and listen,” Xu Mo pinched her face smilingly, then turned around and left.

Xu Mo returned to the Future City District, the place where he used to live; he settled down here temporarily. Ye Qingdie was also there, while Mia and the others were still staying in Steel Dome City.

“Why are you back?” Ye Qingdie sat in front of the floor-to-ceiling window, sipping red wine, the perfect curves of her body accentuated by the slip dress she wore, and the lazy posture was exceptionally elegant.

“Where else would I go if not back here?” Xu Mo retorted.

Upon hearing his response, Ye Qingdie stood up with a smile that was not quite a smile, looking at him. Xu Mo’s tone seemed to carry a bit of resentment. Had he been sent back here?

“What are you laughing at?” Xu Mo stepped forward and said.

“Nothing,” Ye Qingdie put down her wineglass. She stood up, walked up to Xu Mo, and started unbuttoning his coat to take it off, then hung it aside.

“Sister Butterfly, why are you so relaxed today?” Xu Mo asked as he looked at Ye Qingdie.

“What else?” Her beautiful eyes like water, Ye Qingdie gazed at Xu Mo and said, “It’s rare to relax a bit. Now that Byron Star has achieved unification, you can also rest for a while.”

“I’ve still got to return to Lucas Star,” Xu Mo shook his head. He needed to keep an eye on the situation within the Star System Alliance. Although Byron Star needed to develop, it couldn’t be isolated from the rest of the world.

“Going back again?” Ye Qingdie murmured softly, a touch of worry in her voice. Lucas Star was not very peaceful nowadays, and she didn’t want Xu Mo to return to that tumultuous place. She felt safer with him on Byron Star.

“Don’t you want to go back?” Xu Mo said, “If Sister Butterfly doesn’t want to go back, you can stay on Byron Star. I’ll arrange for someone else to handle Ross’s matters.”

Ye Qingdie shook her head, looking at Xu Mo and declared, “Wherever you go, I will follow.”

Hearing Ye Qingdie’s words, something inside Xu Mo trembled unexpectedly. Her casual remark seemed to have struck him, and suddenly he quieted down, looking at Ye Qingdie. When he had met Sister Butterfly, she was twenty-two, and now, over five years had passed. She had matured a lot and was still full of charm, but beneath that allure was still a hint of greenness—because there were some experiences she had yet to go through.

“What are you looking at?” Ye Qingdie asked when she noticed Xu Mo’s gaze, “Do I look old?”

“No, Sister Butterfly is getting more and more beautiful,” Xu Mo said.

“Heh…” Ye Qingdie gave Xu Mo a look.

“You know, I’ve always liked you, Sister,” Xu Mo stared at Ye Qingdie as he spoke. She watched him, sensing that something about Xu Mo was not quite right today.

Suddenly, Xu Mo stepped forward to Ye Qingdie, who blinked and tilted her head up slightly to look at him, smiling, “What, feeling bold now?”

“When have I ever been timid?” Xu Mo advanced, and surprisingly, swept Ye Qingdie up in his arms in a princess carry.

Ye Qingdie hadn’t even reacted before she was lifted into the air, screaming as Xu Mo carried her toward the bedroom, turning her face instantly red. She looked at Xu Mo somewhat flustered.

“Xu Mo, you’re crazy,” Ye Qingdie said as she looked at him, her heart pounding, slightly fearful but, perhaps, also somewhat expectant.

“Sister Butterfly, after watching for so many years, today I’ve got to take the measurements myself,” Xu Mo said, carrying Ye Qingdie into the bedroom. Then came the sound of a door closing, followed by a scream.

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