Spending a Fortune

The officer glanced at the grisly scene on the ground and couldn't help clicking his tongue.

"These people openly attacked me in public. I acted in self-defense and killed them. They may well be connected to several murder cases in the 023 Hunting Zone. Take the bodies back for examination."

"Remember, leave all the valuables on them untouched. I'll inspect them."

Wang Mu said calmly.

"Yes!"

The officer waved his hand, and a group of detectives immediately rushed in, carried away the three bodies, and cleaned up the scene.

Only then did they quickly leave.

Xu Qing looked at Wang Mu in surprise. So this man was with the authorities too?

Just then, Wang Mu walked over to Xu Qing.

The stern expression on his face turned into a smile. "Brother, thanks for your help. Let's get acquainted. My name is Wang Mu, and I'm a Patrol Officer of 0119 Base City."

"Xu Qing." Xu Qing smiled and shook his hand.

He had originally intended to give a false name.

But considering the other man's identity, he felt there was no need.

If this man wanted to investigate him, wouldn't he find out with a single check?

Blue Star might be chaotic now, but its technology had not fallen behind.

The Alliance still held some authority here.

Wang Mu glanced at the wrecked restaurant and asked, "This isn't a convenient place to talk. Brother, would you honor me by having a cup of tea with me?"

"Sure. I've just arrived and don't know anyone or anything here, so I'll trouble you, Brother Wang." Xu Qing did not refuse.

He knew about Patrol Officers.

They seemed to be people responsible for special cases or tracking down criminals within a city.

Their status was not low, either.

This man looked quite young, yet he had already become a Patrol Officer.

His strength was probably quite impressive.

If Xu Qing could befriend him, things would likely be much more convenient when handling matters in the base city.

Xu Qing also wanted to use this opportunity to expand his network, so he did not refuse.

Ten minutes later.

Unnamed Teahouse.

Xu Qing and Wang Mu sat across from each other, chatting casually about the history of the base city.

Wang Mu looked young and carefree, but he was extremely knowledgeable.

He spoke of major events from the early days of the base city's construction all the way to the powerful figures who had once emerged here.

He knew it all like the back of his hand.

After chatting for around half an hour.

Wang Mu finally asked why Xu Qing had come here.

When he learned that Xu Qing was here to buy potions and weapons, Wang Mu quickly said, "What a coincidence. I happen to know the owner of the merchant house with the best reputation in the city.

If you don't mind, I can take you there tomorrow. Maybe I can get you a discount or something."

"Sure, then thanks, Brother Wang." Xu Qing thanked him.

"Hey, what are you thanking me for? You saved my life. If you hadn't warned me just now, that bastard would've ambushed me.

If that dagger had landed, I probably wouldn't have been able to get out of bed for over a month. These people are getting more and more brazen."

Wang Mu sighed.

Xu Qing asked in surprise, "They dare to attack people in public even inside the base city? Don't the police do anything? Aren't they afraid?"

Wang Mu lifted his teacup and shook his head. "Sigh, you're not from the base city, so you probably don't know.

Recently, a rebel force emerged in the Great Xia Zone. They claim they want to resist the Alliance's rule, and they've gathered quite a few people to cause trouble everywhere.

To deal with them, the base city has transferred many experts from the military and police, leaving internal defenses severely weakened.

In recent years, the Alliance's control over Blue Star has gradually weakened. Things are unsettled everywhere."

Xu Qing nodded. He understood that deeply.

Seeing his solemn expression, Wang Mu smiled. "All right, enough about that. Aside from buying weapons and potions, if you need any help, feel free to contact me.

I can't guarantee anything else, but within the base city, I can still lend a little help."

Xu Qing nodded. "All right."

Then the two exchanged communication numbers and left the teahouse.

After returning to the hotel, Xu Qing briefly looked through recent news reports.

Only then did he understand just how much impact the rebel army and unrest Wang Mu mentioned had caused.

"Damn. Three nearby base cities and more than twenty counties have all been harassed by this group.

And several of those counties even joined the rebellion.

Sigh, troubled times are coming.

Who knows what the hell these people are trying to do.

Do they really think the Alliance only has manpower on Blue Star?

If they draw the attention of experts from the Moon and Mars, won't they be suppressed in minutes?"

Xu Qing was somewhat baffled.

Although the current situation was chaotic, this was not ancient times.

The Solar System Alliance governed every planet in the entire Solar System.

Blue Star might be an abandoned home planet, but on other planets, the Alliance held enormous power.

There were also many powerful experts.

If these people truly drew the attention of other planets,

wouldn't they be swept aside as soon as a couple of experts were sent over?

There was no point to it at all.

However, it had little to do with him.

After resting for the night.

Early the next morning.

He arranged to meet Wang Mu at the hotel entrance.

Today, Wang Mu was driving a sleek sports sedan, which made Xu Qing curious for a while.

But after asking about the price,

he gave up on the idea of buying one.

He could not afford the things rich people played with.

This car alone cost three million Alliance Coins.

With three million, he could buy quite a few Gene Potions!

Led by Wang Mu, the two arrived at an enormous store in the city center.

This store seemed to be part of a chain, called Meteor.

Its floor space was countless times larger than Lunar Surface Alliance.

The moment he entered, Xu Qing saw rows of women with long legs in black stockings.

Rather than asking about the merchandise at the counter like ordinary customers,

Wang Mu showed the attendant some sort of card.

The two were then led to a VIP private room.

The person receiving them was also a female manager.

"All right, the two of you can discuss whatever you need. I'll go take a look around first." Wang Mu considerately stood and spoke to Xu Qing.

Then he turned to the manager. "Manager Liu, is Director Zhang here?"

"Yes, he's in his office." The female manager hurriedly replied politely.

"All right, I'll go see him. Xu Qing, call me after you finish buying your things. I'll treat you to lunch today."

Wang Mu smiled at Xu Qing.

"All right." Xu Qing smiled and nodded.

After Wang Mu left,

the manager cautiously asked Xu Qing, "Mr. Xu, may I ask what items you wish to purchase?

Please make a list, and I'll help you put everything together at the best possible price."

Wow!

Big businesses really were different.

After giving it some thought, Xu Qing began selecting items on the tablet the manager handed him.

First came C-grade Gene Potions, followed by A-grade Alloy Weapons.

After making his selections, Xu Qing checked the approximate price.

The total came to around 11.6 million Alliance Coins.

After that.

Xu Qing flipped the list to the Combat Suit section.

But after seeing the price of the A-grade Combat Suit he wanted,

he gave up.

The price was simply outrageous.