Shadows of the Deep Space

The pitch-black starry sky rippled with a wave.

The Level 5 Battleship·Sunlight emerged first, followed by Shield Asia, Ice Spine, and two transport ships exiting from subspace in succession.

Then the fleet began moving towards headquarters.

Commander Soraya watched this scene, taking a deep breath, her expression growing more serious.

At this moment, Mia's eyes lit up, and she asked Soraya with a giggle.

"Commander, are there any big fireworks in the weapons transported this time?"

Soraya, hearing Mia's words, gave her a cold glance.

"Ahem, I was just asking."

Mia replied with a dry laugh.

Soraya maintained a stern face, speaking coldly.

"I don't know, I've already submitted several requests to the council. The specific approval situation depends on the escort personnel; the more important the escort personnel, the better the supplies usually are."

"The commander is right, after all, the more important the materials, the more important the escort personnel need to ensure safety."

General Angulat agreed.

"If the supplies are not ideal this time, we'll be in trouble."

Admiral Aifulin's expression was also grave.

The gathered generals began discussing in low voices.

"Who do you think will be the escort this time?"

"Could it possibly be Admiral Xinlad, who is about to be promoted to General?"

"If it really is him, that would be great."

...

While everyone was discussing.

Ka!

The Level 5 Battleship·Sunlight docked precisely with headquarters.

At this moment, the boarding exit started to open slowly.

Soraya and the others eagerly watched with excitement.

They saw Su Ming, dressed in Vice Admiral's uniform with a solemn expression, leading Rhein and others down the ship, walking through the transparent connecting passage.

Seeing Su Ming approaching in a Vice Admiral's uniform, Soraya's facial muscles twitched, her heart sinking halfway.

General Angulat and others also sighed inwardly, showing looks of disappointment.

The escorted supplies this time were likely not good, and the combat strength of the support personnel was also lacking, just a Vice Admiral, and so young at that.

At this moment, Mia, seeing Su Ming leading the group, was stunned.

She quickly raised her hand to wipe her eyes, wondering if she was still tipsy or seeing things?

After wiping her eyes, Mia confirmed it was indeed Su Ming leading the group and that he had been promoted to Vice Admiral, her mind going blank, unable to process it.

Meanwhile, Su Yuan, who was yawning, saw Su Ming and immediately stiffened up, saying softly to Su Yao in shock.

"Holy crap, sis, am I seeing things? Isn't that Su Ming?"

Su Yao and others were also speechless with surprise; it hadn't been long since they last saw him, yet Su Ming had been promoted to Vice Admiral and was responsible for the escort.

Su Ming and his group also saw Mia welcoming them at the front, all feeling very excited. However, as they were on a mission, they restrained their emotions.

Soon, Su Ming and his group stood in front of Soraya and the others.

Su Ming raised his hand, saluting Soraya, reporting steadily.

"Commander Soraya, I am Vice Admiral Su Ming from the Federation Thirteen Legion! By the order of the council, I am here to escort materials for support."

"Thank you for your hard work, General Su Ming, we've been looking forward to your arrival."

Soraya extended her hand to shake Su Ming's, saying solemnly.

"Apologies, due to an ambush encounter by the Heavenly Revelation Divine Country on the way, the journey was delayed, so we arrived late."

Su Ming explained apologetically.

"No worries, arriving safely is what matters. Let me introduce you, this is General Angulat, Admiral Xia Li, Admiral Aifulin...."

Soraya seriously introduced each person to Su Ming.

"Hello."

Su Ming respectfully extended his hand for a handshake, all the generals outranked him.

"Hmm!"

General Angulat and others nodded cooperatively, exchanging pleasantries.

When it was Fafnir's turn to shake hands with Su Ming, she couldn't help but take a few more glances at him. This Vice Admiral was unusually young, yet his presence was exceptional, being calm and composed.

For a moment, she was also surprised at when the Federation had produced such an excellent general.

At this moment, Soraya introduced Mia to Su Ming.

"This is Admiral Mia."

Su Ming smiled at Mia, just as he was about to reach out for a handshake.

Mia instead quickly wrapped a zero-frame hold around Su Ming's neck, pulling him into a warm hug, exclaiming excitedly.

"Su Ming!"

Su Ming immediately felt as if his head was hit by a ball, completely stunned.

Beside them, Soraya's face turned as black as charcoal, scolding Mia.

"Mia!"

Mia instantly snapped out of it, quickly let go, stepped back, and pretended like nothing happened.

Soraya looked at Mia, her blood pressure rising in anger, yet not wanting to scold her in front of Su Ming.

Nearby, Fafnir and others also looked displeased; it was embarrassing for them.

Su Ming awkwardly smiled, then changed the topic, addressing Commander Soraya.

"Commander, let's discuss the handover work first."

Soraya heard Su Ming's words, her expression relaxing a bit as she spoke.

"General Su Ming, how many weapons and materials have you brought this time?"

"I'm not sure, as it's all sealed by the council, here you go."

Su Ming offered a sealed secret file to Soraya.

Soraya received the file, quickly opened it, and carefully reviewed the documents inside.

Upon seeing the list in the documents, her usually stern face showed an uncommon expression of surprise, she subconsciously raised her head to glance at Su Ming.