Tempest of the Stellar War

These few days, Yan Xiaosu finally understood. Although KO Group might take heavy hits, it was better than being others’ pawn. If he could not do it, then no one else could have it. He would not let other shipping companies take advantage of them. He could confirm that Tita Star’s side definitely would not budge. So no one else besides them had a chance. At most, they would have to cut it loose. Yan Xiaosu was still adamant.

When you infringed his bottomline, this fatty could be savage. As for Jasper and the rest, since they had decided to stand together, then they would weather the bad times along with the good. Or they would not be fitting companions.

“Jasper, Gabre, how do you see this?” Mu Lei asked. He knew that this Jasper was the one dating Laurel. His background was passable, and his character was a decent fit.

“Brother Yan is the lead on this project. I trust his decision,” Jasper said. From the side, Gabre nodded assent.

Mu Lei showed his dissatisfaction. Had they lost it? They did not even have basic judgement. He looked at Laurel. “Laurel, do you feel the same way?”

Laurel showed her frustration. “We can try.”

Yan Xiaosu’s eyes already showed anger. Ever since he had gained a little status, his courage seemed to have shrunk. Damn it, his old man used to sell sanitary napkins. At most, he would go back to it.

The atmosphere here was a little stiff. Mu Lei was very disapproving of Yan Xiaosu’s “attitude,” but as a political guest, he was still tactful.

Governor Bosh reappeared, and his face looked “disagreeable.”

“Keke, Governor Bosh, we…” Mu Lei wanted to ease the mood, when Yan Xiaosu stood up.

“Governor Bosh. I am the decision maker on this project. We could allow 30% of Newcastle’s profits. And nothing else!” Yan Xiaosu said distantly. He had directly dropped it by another notch. Damn all manner, do it well or not at all. They could give this up.

The temperature fell. Was he trying to doom himself?

Laurel sighed. Jasper and Gabre exchanged looks. This was not a negotiation, but a face-slapping.

But… Bosh laughed. “Chairman Yan, please sit, please sit. Haha, don’t be angry. You know that our Fairy Federation’s political approach has been different from other places. It’s difficult for me as well. The internal struggle between liberals and conservatives is such a headache. But Chairman Yan’s project is different. I’ll make a gesture here. Newcastle plans to fully support the mining route construction. This is in line with Fairy Federation’s progress. 30% is plenty. Thank you so much. And to express our gratitude, tax on the first two years of construction is waived!”

Bosh’s words made them all reel in surprise. Why the change of manner???

And even if he changed his manner, why did he have to be so specific?

Yan Xiaosu did not speak, but frowned instinctively. Yan Xiaosu did not know what had happened. Was there something wrong with this guy? He had prepared for a fight, and was now completely turned around.

Seeing Yan Xiaosu frown, Bosh was frightened. “Chairman Yan, I was wrong. I failed to recognize your augustness. Please forgive me and do not hold it against me. Please rest assured that I guarantee the success of this project. Please, please, give me a chance!”

Bosh would never have dreamed that this fatty was actually so well placed. He had just received a call from Fairy Federation’s true power, General Keelung. Although his surname was also Keelung, he was just a minor family member. This General Keelung was the one who had united the entire Fairy Federation, the face of the Keelung military family. He was currently at Aslan for SIG. Such an august presence would be the death of him. With just one sentence, this tiny matter had actually caused Cardin Keelung to personally call him and take a hand in the matter. He would have sworn green smoke was wafting out from his ancestral tomb. If he could gain the favor of General Keelung, his position would be secured.

“Keke, Governor Bosh, you are serious?” Mu Lei was a politician, and had already sensed something was not right. It must have been the higher-ups in Fairy Federation who had intervened, or this guy would not have been forced into this. Politicians were best at changing stands, and this change was too stiff, which spoke of extreme pressure.

“Dead serious. Chairman Yan, what do you say? If not, 20% will do as well. But any less and I cannot answer for it. Do you see this favorably?” Bosh had actually taken the initiative to undercut the offer. It did not matter how much he earned. The important thing was to appease those above him.

Yan Xiaosu nodded. He had no reason not to accept. The guy was practically kneeling and weeping in front of him, and he had to give him a chance.

“Haha, Chairman Yan is such a magnanimous guy. I will immediately get somebody to draw up the contract. The nights on Newcastle are beautiful. Since you are all guests, please allow me to show you. It has all been arranged. You will enjoy it! Definitely!” Bosh was a completely different person now.

They were all a little numb, and looked to Yan Xiaosu. Yan Xiaosu still held the same expression, but in truth, even Mu Lei could not guess what Yan Xiaosu had done. This Bosh Keelung was quite a powerful person, and one of the leaders in Newcastle, and also a distant relative of the Keelung family. Damn, what could scare him like this?

On the way, both sides chatted and laughed. Governor Bosh, having put down his airs, was a charming person and a wonderful host.

“Chairman Yan, although the route is passed, there are some troublesome details. How about I introduce some better shipping companies to you? Perhaps partnership will be more convenient.” Bosh was no moron. On the contrary, he had financial acumen. Anyone on his level was an elite.

Yan Xiaosu smiled. “We’ve almost completed the agreement with HU Group.”

“Aslan’s HU Group? The Aslan Empire’s shipping?” Mu Lei could not help himself from asking.

“Yes, the previous agreements were a little complex, so we could not continue. But it’s basically tied up now,” Yan Xiaosu said.

“What are their terms? Aslan has always been greedy, but their efficiency and ability is indeed good.” Governor Bosh was also blank.

Yan Xiaosu smiled. “Doesn’t matter who, but principles cannot be compromised. They’ll take what they can get. HU came late to the party, and will be just supporting this route. The route’s stocks have already been assigned, and cannot be changed. Or rather, which of you is willing to give it to them? Jasper? Gabre? Or Laurel?

Their collective jaw dropped. Was he joking? Did he think HU Group was a charity? This was a dream!

This meant that HU had completely rendered external help. Although they would earn some revenue, it was trivial compared to control of the route. This was unbelievable. Even the heir to the Dong family would not be so bold as to break the rules.

The Dong family might not be so bold, but the princesses, Aina and Lin Huiyin, were.

This was something that outsiders would never understand.

“What joke is this? My stock is my life!” Jasper hurriedly shook his head. His face was already wild with happiness. This was too good to be true. Wasn’t KO Group at odds with Aslan? What tune was this?

“I only have a little bit of stock. I’m sure they would disdain it. I’ll keep it for myself.” Gabre smiled.

“You mean it?” Laurel asked suspiciously.

At this moment, everyone’s Skylinks rang. Just one look and they knew. The news was announced. HU would officially participate in the mining route project.

Governor Bosh was smiling like a chrysanthemum. With ability came the profits. HU’s participation meant that this would be a money maker.

Laurel had finally witnessed Yan Xiaosu’s real power. Completely ignoring the Milky Way Alliance’s rules… He commanded the wind and rain!