Chapter 745: Long Conversation (Part 4)
"Alright."
Su Mo had no objections, giving money directly was more straightforward and he was eager for it.
Long Ming laughed and said, "There's one more thing. You can't exchange it for money with the Federation now because the Federation doesn't have the money to exchange with you."
Upon hearing this, Su Mo's face twitched involuntarily, his smile became a bit stiff. Damn, can't exchange it?
Isn't this just a blank check?
But Su Mo still managed to squeeze out a smile and replied, "Yes, Council President."
"Haha, don't be so tense. I'm telling you not to exchange it now, but it doesn't mean you can't exchange it at all. Next month, once I step down and the new Federation Council Chairman is in position, you can go exchange it."
Long Ming said to Su Mo with a smile.
Hearing this, Su Mo's expression became even more fascinating. He immediately realized that the Council President was setting a trap for the next person in line.
"Council President, aren't you setting a trap for your successor? Also, doesn't this seem a bit like giving preferential treatment to our own people?"
"Haha, I'm about to step down, isn't it right to take care of our own?"
Council President Long Ming candidly admitted.
"Ahem, but is this okay? What if they refuse to acknowledge it?"
Su Mo asked with some concern.
"Don't worry, it's fine. This document has the signatures of all the council members, even Spade, who is on the front lines, authorized it remotely. It's essentially the decision of the highest Federation meeting. The new Council Chairman has to acknowledge it whether they like it or not!"
Long Ming replied with great authority.
"Ahem, isn't this a bit improper?"
Su Mo was still a bit worried, afraid the other party would make things difficult for him later, which would be disastrous.
"Haha, don't worry about it. Even if I'm retired, I'm still in the cabinet, what are you afraid of!"
Long Ming, a shrewd old hand, immediately saw through Su Mo's worries.
"But Council President, what if he says there's no money, what then?"
Su Mo scratched his head and asked.
"You don't need to worry about this. The Federation indeed has no money right now, but once the new Council Chairman takes over, there will be money."
Long Ming said with a composed expression.
"Why?"
Su Mo asked curiously.
"Because he is representing new capital entering the stage, backed by a large amount of funds, it's one of the agreements we reached. Of course, there are many other inside stories, but you don't need to worry, just go ahead and exchange it confidently."
Long Ming revealed some shocking inside information to Su Mo.
"Alright, then Council President, I shall take my leave."
Hearing this, Su Mo's concerns were completely put to rest.
"Go on."
Long Ming nodded.
Su Mo then stood up, saluted Long Ming, and turned to leave.
After Su Mo left, Long Ming's expression gradually became heavy, pondering something unknown.
Tang Qin, standing beside, seemed a bit puzzled and said to Long Ming,
"Council President, Lord Su Mo successfully intercepted the Imperial Army's fleet and brought back so many supplies, isn't that a good thing?"
"It's a good thing, a great thing. But it's also a bit tricky. Tang Qin, block this matter, don't let it blow up online at this juncture, lest it triggers the Empire's nerves. The beast's rationality isn't so good, we're wearing shoes now, there's no need to fight with those barefoot."
"Understood, I'll go do it now."
Tang Qin responded, then left.
Long Ming stood alone in the office, pacing back and forth.
What truly troubled him was another matter: how to transport this batch of supplies to the front line, as the roles of attack and defense had swapped!
Without even thinking, Long Ming knew the Imperial Army must have their eyes on the Federation and wouldn't let them transport the supplies to the front line so easily.
But if the Federation successfully transported the supplies to the front line, then the series of actions by the Imperial Army would be like a dowry to the Federation.
The Federation might overtake them on the curve. Thinking of this, Long Ming's determination grew stronger; this batch of supplies must not face any issues.
...
On another side, Su Mo appeared on the bustling streets of the Imperial City.
He stroked his chin, feeling both happy and a little vexed.
The deep voice of the Fake Owner·Swallower rang out.
"Didn't you secure the profits?"
"Yes! The problem is that I can't exchange these profits until next month, and even then, it's not easy to exchange."
"Are you afraid they won't give it to you?"
"No, I'm afraid of meeting the new Council Chairman. It's quite clear Long Ming is using this opportunity to introduce us."
"Hmph, so what?"
"Sigh, forget it, talking to you is pointless. By the way, I wanted to ask you something."
As Su Mo spoke, he suddenly remembered something.
"Speak!"
The Fake Owner·Swallower replied in a rare good mood; usually, it couldn't be bothered with Su Mo.
"You've absorbed so many energy blocks; what's the charging percentage now?"
Su Mo asked curiously.
"Twenty-seven percent."
The Fake Owner·Swallower responded bluntly.
Upon hearing the Fake Owner·Swallower's words, Su Mo wore an expression as if he'd seen a ghost. Only a mere six percent increase after all that, and those were energy crystal blocks worth ten billion Star Coins.
Other materials might be hard to sell, but energy crystal blocks are solid currency.
They can be exchanged into Star Coins anytime, anywhere, very easy to sell off. The price is firm, with no water content at all.
"Are you sure you're not bluffing me? That's all it charged?"
Su Mo rubbed his forehead, vexed and asked.
Now he finally realized how terrifying this energy charging was.