Thinking about Sorokin's information, Han Xiao's expression remained the same. Following Sorokin's words, he asked in an interested tone, "What do you think?
How do you plan to cooperate? "
"The Flickering World is a rare business opportunity. I heard that the Red Empire will give territories to its allies who participate in the exploration. When the new Star Field opens up in the future, the Flickering World will be integrated into the universe's circulation system. At that time, countless galactic residents will flood in, and this Star Field will welcome explosive development. The dynasty's allies who own these territories will be the biggest winners. Therefore, we hope to invest heavily in the Black Star Corps and develop the territories in advance with you."
As he spoke, Sorokin smiled faintly. "Our Limitless Financial Group invests in the entire universe and will not let go of any business opportunity. I believe Your Excellency Black Star is aware of our financial strength. With our help, developing the territories will be twice the result with half the effort."
"Yes, the market value of the Limitless Financial Group … is indeed shocking. I will not doubt your strength." Han Xiao nodded.
The many subsidiary companies of the Limitless Financial Group had long been listed on the galactic stock markets in different regions. The market value was transparent, and one would know with a single check. That number would make people wonder if Enas was an extremely cheap currency.
Resources would often be gathered in the hands of a few people. In the galactic era, the gap between the rich and the poor was as big as the gap between the surface beasts and the citizens of a universal civilization.
The dynasty's allies developing the territories in the Flickering World could not avoid the support of various financial groups. It was also a method of sharing costs and business cooperation. The Red Empire itself also tacitly allowed these allies to sign contracts with the financial groups and develop the territories together.
There does not seem to be any problems, and it is indeed the normal interest of the financial groups. However, Sorokin this guy … Hmm … Han Xiao's expression did not change, but he was secretly muttering in his heart.
Seeing that Han Xiao did not reveal his attitude, Sorokin narrowed his eyes and continued. "The Black Star Corps' business is huge now, and it dominates the Shattered Star Ring. In terms of financial strength, it is not inferior to the large financial groups. Because of its deep background, extensive connections, and the dynasty's support, its position is very stable. If the Black Star Corps is listed on the stock market, it will definitely attract countless galactic residents to invest in it. It will not be difficult for its market value to multiply dozens of times."
"What do you mean?" Han Xiao raised his eyebrows.
Sorokin smiled. "It just so happens that our Limitless Financial Group has a lot of experience in this area. If the Black Star Corps has any ideas, we're more than happy to help the Black Star Corps with public recruitment …"
"We'll talk about this later." Han Xiao interrupted Sorokin's words. This was the authentic way to harvest leeks. However, there were pros and cons to it at the moment. He did not have such thoughts for the time being.
Hearing this, Sorokin stopped the topic at the right time and asked, "Then what do you think of my request for cooperation, Your Excellency Black Star?"
Han Xiao pondered for a moment before asking, "I'm not the only one who can develop the Flickering World. Logically speaking, the other financial groups will only act when the territories allocated to the various parties are confirmed. However, the various allies have yet to choose their territories. Are you so sure that you want to bet on me?"
"Haha, I have some connections in the Red Empire and received some insider information. Even without this connection, based on your contributions in the battle of Planet Lighthouse and the fall of EsGod, as well as the strategic Evolution Cube in your hands, I know that the territory given to you by the dynasty will definitely be the best. Since that's the case, why should I hesitate?"
Sorokin was full of smiles.
He was not lying. If there were no conflicts of interest behind him, he would also choose the Black Star Corps. With Han Xiao's achievements and importance, everyone knew that the Black Star Corps would definitely get the biggest piece of meat.
Unfortunately …
"Is that so …" Han Xiao looked deeply at Sorokin.
This guy's words are sincere, and everything he says is in line with his interests. It seems like he really wants to cooperate with me …
However, because Sorokin had once interfered in the Gulal civil war, Han Xiao had never let down his guard against him. After hesitating for a while, he asked, "If I agree to cooperate with you, are you prepared to sign the contract with me now?"
"That's not it." Sorokin shook his head and chuckled. "I'm only here to reach a preliminary agreement. After the territory is confirmed, the specific details of the contract can be completed. Of course, the main reason I'm here personally is that you asked me to attend the Black Star Party. Such a big deal indeed requires me to personally discuss it. On the other hand, I also admire the deeds of Your Excellency Black Star."
Flattery really doesn't seem like the style of a Beyond Grade A … Han Xiao thought.
At this moment, Han Xiaoxin thought of something and said, "If that's the case, I have no objections."
"Then, I wish us a happy cooperation." Sorokin chuckled.
Han Xiao did not laugh. Changing the topic, he slowly said, "By the way, I heard that the Limitless Financial Group has many Beyond Grade As as shareholders. Some of them are the Ancient Ones, such as Manison of the Mecha Empire, and one of the empire's Beyond Grade A allies is also a shareholder."
"That's right."
"The Limitless Financial Group is using the position of a shareholder to exchange for resources and protection. That's right."
"… That's right."
"Hmm, you want to work with me, but a verbal promise is not reliable. There's still a long way to go for the development of the Flickering World. If I become a shareholder of the Limitless Financial Group, of course, I'll cooperate fully with the Limitless Financial Group. Your Excellency Sorokin, with my standards and these chips, I wonder if I have the qualifications to become a shareholder?"
Through the civil war in Gulal, he knew that the Limitless Financial Group was trying to steal vegetables. If he could infiltrate the Limitless Financial Group, he did not know who would be the one stealing whose corner.
"This …" Sorokin had a difficult expression.
Han Xiao's eyes flashed, and he purposely lowered his tone. "Oh? You think I'm not qualified? "
"Of course not." Sorokin shook his head, but he sneered in his heart.
I'm afraid you're really not qualified.
The first time we met, he already wants to become a shareholder of the Limitless Financial Group. Looks like the results of Planet Lighthouse and EsGod have made Black Star arrogant … Sorokin thought.
Although he thought so, Sorokin put on a helpless expression.
"Of course, Your Excellency Black Star is qualified. However, the financial group is so huge, and the position of a shareholder is not something I can give away just because I want to. Even if I'm willing, the other shareholders might not be willing. Furthermore, each of the three Universal Civilizations only has one shareholder, and the dynasty already has one … You know what I mean, right?"
"Oh, so that's the case." Han Xiao nodded. The three Universal Civilizations' checks and balances again. Their shadows were everywhere.
This was a good reason, but it seemed like it would be difficult to get anything out of him verbally.
"In that case, let's not talk about this for now. No matter what, I'm very happy to be able to meet another Beyond Grade A today." Han Xiao stared at Sorokin. "Are you interested in sparring with me according to the usual practice of Beyond Grade As?"
"No, I'm not good at fighting." Sorokin waved his hands and smiled.
"Haha, come on. A Beyond Grade A saying that he's not good at fighting, you're just brushing me off."
"Although I'm a Beyond Grade A, I don't like to use force. I haven't sparred with anyone in a long time, and I've already forgotten my combat skills. Furthermore, Your Excellency Black Star's achievements have spread throughout the universe. I admit that I'm not your match, so there's no need to spar."
Then, Sorokin stood up and smiled. "If I'm not wrong, you'll have to meet other guests later, and I'm new here, so I need to settle my subordinates. Let's call it a day. I'll visit again tomorrow, and we'll talk then. What do you think?"
"Alright." Han Xiao could only nod. He was a guest from afar, so he could not force Sorokin to stay.
Sorokin smiled, exchanged their communicator numbers, and left the guest room.
After he left, Han Xiao frowned.
"This guy is stubborn. If he doesn't agree to spar, I'll have to think of other ways …"
Sorokin was also a big shot. Since he had come to talk about cooperation, he could not just go up and fight him. The other party's attitude was still unclear, and it would not be good to make enemies.
However, although Sorokin seemed sincere, Han Xiao felt that the other party did not really want to cooperate with him.
Thinking back to the conversation earlier, Han Xiao realized that it was very difficult to see through Sorokin's personality. It was as though he was wearing a mask the entire time.
"I wonder what he's thinking …" Han Xiao rubbed his temples and sighed helplessly.
Dealing with such people was the most tiring.
…
At the same time, in the Bloodshed Land headquarters in the Shattered Star Ring.
This year's Tyrant's Party was held at the same time as Black Star's Party. The various civilizations in the Shattered Star Ring also sent their emissaries to participate in the Tyrant's Party.
On the top floor of the Bloodshed Land's palace, Heber stood in front of the huge window. Outside the window was the dark surface fortress and the stars in the universe. His eyes were fixed on the residences of all the emissaries.
In the past, these emissaries would make use of the time before the Tyrant's Party to interact and make friends. However, there was almost no movement from these emissaries now. Most of them stayed in their own rooms, and the hall was cold and empty like a pool of stagnant water.
Because the Black Star's Party was livelier and there were more organizations participating, the various civilizations in the Shattered Star Ring treated the Black Star's Party as the main stage, and the Tyrant's Party became a secondary event. The matters that needed to be discussed could be discussed in the Black Star's place, and there was no need for them to interact here.
Now, these civilizations were participating in the Tyrant's Party more as a formality, and there was no longer the liveliness of the past.
"Humph, Black Star."
Heber's expression was tense, and the fists behind his back were tightly clenched.
At this time, Chief Staff Officer Joad walked into the room, came behind Heber, and said in a low voice, "Your Excellency Heber, the emissary of the Limitless Financial Group is here. She is waiting outside."
"Let her in." Heber did not even turn around.
After a while, Lovell walked into the room and looked at the tall figure in front of the window. With just one look, she felt a sense of oppression.
She calmed herself down and said in a low voice, "Greetings, Your Excellency Heber."
She was not even at the Calamity Grade and could not be as calm as her father, Sorokin, when facing Han Xiao.
"I heard that your Limitless Financial Group wants to cooperate with me?" Heber turned around and glanced at Lovell.
"That's right, it's about the Flickering World. I …"
"As a financial group, you want to invest, right? You don't have to talk to me about such a small matter. Go find the officers in charge of business cooperation." Heber retracted his gaze and lost interest.
Lovell gritted her teeth and took out a letter. "His Excellency Sorokin instructed me to bring a letter to you."
"A letter?" Heber frowned.
In this era, quantum communication was a convenient means of transmitting information, and handwritten letters were more for confidentiality. Heber was a little confused. He did not have any relationship with Sorokin, so what was the meaning of this letter? It could not be a love letter, right?
Heber then turned to face Lovell, grabbed the letter, and opened it. Suddenly, his pupils constricted, and his expression became serious. He carefully read the contents of the letter.
"So, that's how it is …"
Heber clenched his fist, and the letter turned into powder, which then turned into atoms. He then looked at Jorde and said, "You go out first."
Joad was stunned and could only leave first, closing the door behind him.
Only the two of them were left in the room. Heber's eyes flashed, and thick energy surged out, filling the entire room and isolating it from the outside world.
He slowly said, "You want me to deal with the Black Star Corps?"
"Yes." Lovell nodded.
"Humph, ridiculous!" Heber said coldly. "Although I have some enmity with Black Star, we're both allies of the dynasty, so I can't do anything to him. You've found the wrong person."
Lovell took a deep breath, recalled what Sorokin had taught her, and spoke with a deep voice.
"Black Star has only risen for twenty years, but how many years have you been in the Shattered Star Ring? Black Star has surpassed you, and his influence has already surpassed yours. Your Excellency Tyrant, are you willing to accept this? "
Heber's expression was indifferent, but he did not refute.
"We're both allies of the dynasty, but the Red Empire has always been biased toward the Black Star Corps. Have you ever thought about why …"
Heber interrupted her and slowly said, "He has the Evolution Cube, and I don't. It's as simple as that."
"That's right!" Lovell raised her voice. "This is the crux of the problem!"
"Humph, so you want me to help you snatch the Evolution Cube?" Heber was indifferent, and a hint of mockery flashed in his eyes.
"Of course not. We just want him to lose the Evolution Cube. There's still a difference between the two."
"Oh? What do you mean? "
"Snatching it is almost impossible. Radiance and Ethereal will not act rashly, and as an ally of the dynasty, you have no choice but to help the Black Star Corps. You will not sit by and watch our actions. Therefore, what we hope is for Black Star to hand over the Evolution Cube."
Heber almost wanted to laugh. "Hand the Evolution Cube to an outsider? Do you think Black Star is crazy or stupid? Humph, I know Black Star, that b * stard. He's a pure profit-oriented person. You want him to give up the Universal Treasure? Unless your Limitless Financial Group goes bankrupt tomorrow. "
"No, I didn't say that." Lovell paused for a moment. "But what if the party Black Star hands over the Evolution Cube … is the Red Empire?"
Heber's eyes narrowed, and he was a little interested.
"… Tell me more about it."
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