"Hehe, Cyrilian, you need to think about what you're doing. Is it Princess Hermia? No, you're doing something big – plotting against the country. Hansen is the biggest obstacle in your path. You're haggling over my little reward? How are you going to accomplish anything? The enemy of my enemy is my friend. If you can't afford it, guess who can? Hansen? Besides, this is for your family's goal, even the Seventh Art's, not just yours. Don't try to sell me your sob stories. If we weren't old friends and I didn't feel a little guilty towards you, I'd really be taking advantage of you. Do I look like I don't have any leverage? After this is over, we're even. Don't bring up the past anymore." Li Hao waved his hand dismissively.

De Flandes watched Li Hao's performance. Regardless, what he said made sense. He knew he couldn't hide anything from Li Hao. However, he only knew bits and pieces. Others could see it too. The reason he chose Li Hao, besides his strength, was because Li Hao wouldn't become his competitor. Never mind his status, Li Hao's girlfriend, Ayouyou, was a hurdle he couldn't overcome. And from his understanding of Li Hao, though he was despicable, shameless, cruel, and insidious, he was actually pretty good to the people around him, a bit protective. That was an important reason for considering him. As for the possibility of siding with Hansen, it was very low. If Li Hao had a choice, he wouldn't. He was sure of that.

"I agree to your condition," De Flandes said. Five spaceships were a huge deal for Li Hao and humanity, but not a difficult thing for the Cthulhu family. The price was a bit high, but compared to what he wanted to do, it was a worthwhile investment.

...

Li Hao felt he was losing out a little. Cyrilian agreed too readily. Damn, that's the downside of being unworldly. He didn't know what price the other party would really care about. But if he could get five spaceships, that would be good enough. And this was killing two birds with one stone. Feasible!

"Don't feel like you're losing out. I'll have the family take care of the humans in the Seventh Art. The premise of our cooperation is that you have to win. If you do, I can also give you a batch of Tian Wu as a gift." De Flandes said, and quickly waved his hand when Li Hao was about to speak, "Don't ask for anything special for the gifts."

Li Hao didn't waste words, opened his Starnet, and pulled out the Galaxy Contract. De Flandes was speechless. He was learning fast. No wonder the courses he signed up for were so practical. He was waiting for this.

The two completed the contract very happily. Both were very satisfied with the conditions.

"I'll arrange the specific occasion," De Flandes said. "There's a special event next month that's perfect for you to strike. You'd better prepare during this time. Hansen's Zhou Huo talent and level are quite high. He's not easy to deal with."

"As long as you're willing to pay more, you can choose the position he lies down in," Li Hao smiled slightly. De Flandes also smiled. He hoped Li Hao would continue to be so confident, instead of being a frog in a well.

Whether he succeeded or failed, it wasn't a loss for him. If Li Hao lost, he would lose everything. He could also consider it a break from the past. Hansen would definitely not let Li Hao go, and it would also annoy Hansen a bit. There was no harm in that.

Neither of them lingered when they left the restaurant, and they were both in a very good mood.

Regardless of what Cyrilian sent, five ring-shaped spaceships made his mouth water. Adding to that the 800 sets of superior Tianren (Heavenly Human) armor from Helena, Kepler could form basic combat power, so it wouldn't be completely passive. Mecha were also being upgraded. Although one-on-one they couldn't compare with Tian Wu, human wave tactics were still useful. Of course, this approach was not desirable. He still had to update his military equipment as soon as possible. This feeling of being suppressed by dimensional reduction was too uncomfortable.

However, one of Cyrilian's words reminded him that with his relationship with Helena, he should take this opportunity to make some requests, to bring some people to the adjudication. Without further ado, Li Hao immediately dialed Helena's Tianxun (Star Communication).

"Commissioner Helena, I have something to discuss." Li Hao said with a smile.

Helena frowned slightly. Last time, she didn't figure out anything. This time, she took the opportunity to study him again while he was creating Tian Wu. It was now known that he possessed the magical ability to change soul wavebands. This kind of strange thing seemed to be extremely rare in the history of Tianren. Of course, knowing a lot was useless. It was important to be precise and lethal. As for other things, there was nothing special. Florenzo seemed very interested in the human concept of cold weapons.

"What is it?"

"I've learned a bit about Hansen's situation. He's a hegemon in the adjudication. I'm afraid he won't accept my challenge. If he's worn down by his subordinates, I might not be able to use my full strength when fighting him. After all, he's not an orc. I can't just fight him whenever I want." Li Hao said carefully, not too cowardly, but not too stubborn, considering the client's needs.

"What do you want? We can't interfere in this matter." Helena also knew that what he said made sense. Hansen would not easily accept challenges in formal occasions. Even if he deliberately provoked him, Lavitan and others would step in, especially since Li Hao now had some influence.

"We humans have a few very strong warriors in other cantos. Is there any way to transfer them to our adjudication canto, and as soon as possible? That way I'll be more confident." Li Hao said.

"Are you sure?" Helena was somewhat skeptical. It seemed that only a freak like Li Hao had emerged from humanity. Were the others just making up the numbers?

"I'm sure!"

Helena thought for a while. Given Li Hao's fighting power, Helena found it a bit credible. Moreover, if the humans acted together, it wouldn't involve others. "Okay, but there are only two exchange quotas left this year. You choose the two strongest. I'll take care of it. They have to be the strongest!"

Helena had to remind him. These were all the privileges of the canto committee负责人. They usually had important uses when exchanged. This time, she was betting everything on this human.

"Cheng Konghai, Chizu Canto; Robbie, Tianlong Canto." Li Hao said.

"Okay, I've got it."

Helena hung up the Tianxun. She was a decisive person and immediately arranged it.

Li Hao looked up at the starry sky, took a deep breath, and felt much better. After more than a year of training, Ant-Man should have gained some insights. As for the other one, Robbie, this kid's soul was a typical fire attribute, but he went to the Seventh Art. Under such dire circumstances, his progress should be not bad.

It's not as fun to fly alone as it is to fly together.

Back at his residence, he took a shower. Just as he was resting, the Tianxun rang wildly. As soon as he opened it, he heard Robbie's super voice, "Second Brother, sob, Second Brother, you finally remembered me. I knew it, you still love me the most."

"Damn, get lost, are you sick!" Li Hao felt goosebumps all over.

"Haha, Second Brother, I've already received the news. I'm leaving for the adjudication tomorrow. Sob, I feel an unprecedented happiness." Robbie shouted excitedly.

Li Hao was speechless. Was Helena so efficient?

Things that he thought were troublesome were actually just a word from Helena's position and the prestige of the Ozier Empire, as long as there was a quota. Those in power don't need a reason.

"Relax, relax, I'm going to see if you've improved. Otherwise, you're in for it." Li Hao said.

Robbie couldn't hide his joy. The Tianlong Canto was mainly ice-based, and there were few fire-based ones. He also felt a bit discriminated against, but Robbie was the kind who became stronger the more frustrated he was, full of passion. However, the policies and environment of the solar system prevented him from releasing it. When he went to the adjudication, the holy land of fire-based warriors, and with Second Brother there, most importantly, he liked watching Second Brother act cool.

With one more night left, he wanted to have a farewell dinner with Chao Qinglong and the others. Second Brother still cared about him the most.

Cheng Konghai of the Chizu Canto also received the news. He wasn't lonely at all in the Chizu Canto. He was fighting and battling every day. Although the canto's merits increased very slowly, he had gained prestige among the Zerg, who respected the strong. In this sense, he was more like a Zerg than the Zerg. His nickname was still Ant-Man, a kind of human insect.

It was said that Cheng Konghai had also made a few Zerg friends. Now that he was going to the adjudication, Cheng Konghai knew that he was going to fight. After waiting for a year, he had been training desperately, fighting at all costs, because he knew very well that when Second Brother started to act, that was when he would play his role.

He had been preparing. Recently, Second Brother's canto conquest, the reconstruction of the Hunters, and other signs were all hinting that Second Brother was about to make a move. Others didn't know, but he understood it very well.

What Star Alliance, what aliens, sooner or later they would all submit at Apocalypse's feet!

Ant-Man had always been so persistent, so simple. Now that it was about to begin, he just left Li Hao a message. He wouldn't be like Robbie. There were no rituals. He simply packed some luggage and set off that day, without lingering.

He would always be there as long as Li Hao needed him.

Upon learning that Cheng Konghai and Robbie had completed the formalities and were about to set off, Li Hao felt very good. The hard days were finally over. Although it was a trade, Li Hao liked working with straightforward partners like Helena. He could only sacrifice Hansen.

I wonder if there's anyone else who doesn't like him...

(End of Chapter)