Fearless

Shaun didn't say much more, handing over the image of Aifulan displayed on the e-book.

Xilin froze on the spot after looking at it.

If he didn't know that his current appearance was formed by altering gene expression, Xilin would have suspected that the person on the screen was his father!

Coincidence, what a coincidence!

After briefly explaining Aifulan and the transaction to Xilin, Shaun pointed to a chair in the corner of the conference room. "Xilin, you'll sit here during the negotiations later."

"Okay." Xilin guessed some things. Being allowed to join the Sixth Team so easily and become a main force meant he was quite useful, at least this face was very important to the Sixth Team.

Later, the video conference began.

On the screen, the thirty-seven-year-old Aifulan had a kind smile on his face, but his every move exuded an unfettered charisma. He had originally intended to quickly conclude the deal, refuse the Sixth Team's offer, and choose the Navigator's side. However, upon seeing Xilin sitting in the corner, he didn't say what he had planned.

Aifulan and Shaun were both shrewd individuals, able to grasp each other's thoughts with just a glance. In that moment, Aifulan thought of many things.

After a brief pause, Aifulan chuckled softly. "I'll reconsider the transaction, but I think we should have a good talk, don't you agree, Captain Shaun?"

"Of course, I'd be delighted."

Waving his hand to signal everyone else to leave, only Shaun remained in the conference room.

Pulled out of the conference room by Dias, Xilin lay on a chair in the lounge, closed his eyes, and suppressed the surprise in his heart. He speculated on several possible scenarios that might unfold, but no matter which one, Xilin was looking forward to it. This was his first mission since leaving Brown Earth Star.

Shaun was in a very good mood now, extremely good. Being the captain of the Sixth Detachment was not just about strength; Shaun's perspective was more profound than others. He wanted Aifulan to see Xilin to confirm his suspicions.

Two hours later, Shaun called Xilin over for a private talk.

"Impersonate his son?!" Xilin looked at the mission plan compiled by Shaun.

"Yes, although Aifulan didn't state the reason, I suspect it will play a very important role in Aifulan's bid for the Daongs Family inheritance. What do you think? Share your thoughts."

Xilin quickly scanned Aifulan's mind and said, "Although the outside world says Aifulan has no offspring, I think he does. However, for the safety of his descendants, he wouldn't expose them before obtaining the inheritance, as it would be too dangerous. His goal is for me to act as a cover for his true offspring, attracting the attention of certain interested parties, allowing Aifulan to dedicate more energy to competing for the inheritance. Of course, this is just my guess."

"Very good. To think of these things from such limited information, you are quite capable. But this is only part of the mission Aifulan proposed; the other part he will determine only after meeting you. What I want to ask now is, Xilin, do you want to accept this mission?"

"Why wouldn't I?"

"This mission carries a certain degree of danger. Members of the Freedom Ship have the right to make their own choices. We are not the military; we do not have to obey orders from superiors unconditionally. You can refuse."

"Why refuse?" Xilin looked at the amount on the plan, very satisfied. Generally, the danger of a mission is directly proportional to the income.

Shaun looked Xilin up and down. "I didn't realize you were quite so money-grubbing."

"Isn't that the nature of a hunter?" Hunters are not adventurers. Hunters are people who walk the line between life and death for money and profit.

"That's right, that's a hunter." Shaun chuckled. "You and I will go to see Aifulan in two days. As for the price, we can still negotiate for more. Let's use these two days to prepare."

Some things Xiao Dun didn't say, but Xilin knew that regardless of the mission's danger, if Xilin accepted it, the deal between the Sixth Team and Aifulan would likely be completed. Moreover, through this matter, Xilin could gain the recognition of several vice-captains of the Sixth Team, which would be very beneficial for Xilin's future development in the Sixth Team.

The competition among the Four Great Hunter Groups is becoming increasingly fierce. Although there are no large-scale direct confrontations, there are undercurrents. Therefore, the main team of Vanguard has begun to take measures, and the achievements of each branch fleet have an important impact on the people in the branch. If the Sixth Team can communicate with the Daongs Family through Aifulan, it will undoubtedly greatly promote the development of the Sixth Team...

The importance of the major families in the Star System to the hunter groups cannot be ignored. The reason these families can stand tall amidst the dust of history is mainly due to their channels and networks of relationships. The relationship between the army and the hunter groups is subtle. Although they are not in absolute opposition, their relationship is truly not harmonious. If possible, the army would not allow hunter groups to exist, but reality is much more complicated. Therefore, even if they cannot suppress them openly, the army often obstructs the missions of hunter groups in secret, hindering their development.

The main fleets of the Four Great Hunter Groups are not easily provoked in their Star Systems, but the branch fleets are different. The army, various star sector political institutions, and those small hunter groups will all try to take a bite out of the branch fleets whenever they have the chance, because the existence of branch fleets means they are competing for money and reputation. Of course, if the major families in the Star System mediate, the development of the branch fleets will be much easier.

Therefore, the Sixth Team finally saw an opportunity with Aifulan, how could they be willing to give it up, especially when competing with the branch fleet of another hunter group, they must strive for it even more. Furthermore, if Aifulan can successfully ascend to a higher position with Xilin's help, the benefits for the Sixth Team in the future will be limitless. Everyone knows this clearly. Therefore, several well-informed important figures in the Sixth Team have placed great hopes on Xilin.

As for Xiao Dun's instruction for Xilin to be prepared, it meant for Xilin to use his free time in the next two days to gather information needed for the mission.

In terms of experience, Xilin definitely cannot compare to those veteran hunters. Moreover, due to his background, Xilin's understanding of the latest information is also one-sided. For hunters who travel through the galaxy, this is a significant drawback. For this reason, Xiao Dun specifically selected some materials for Xilin to read.

After arranging a single room for Xilin, Xiao Dun convened another meeting with the six vice-captains to handle the confidentiality work related to Xilin. However, when Xiao Dun finished the meeting and brought food to Xilin, he found that the person who should have been rushing to grasp the relevant information was sleeping soundly with his head tilted.

The electronic notebook recording information was thrown aside, and several computer screens around were flashing rapidly, making it impossible to see what was being displayed.

Dias, standing beside him, opened his mouth, but swallowed the words he was about to say. He cautiously glanced at Xiao Dun, whose expression was changing, and shouted in his heart: Xilin, you better pull yourself together! How can you fall asleep at such a critical moment?!

Taking a deep breath, Xiao Dun put down the food tray in his hand, turned, and walked out. Dias, with a bitter face, followed behind Xiao Dun.

For two days, Xilin slept so soundly that he didn't even eat. During this time, everyone in the Sixth Team realized a chilling atmosphere. From Captain Xiao Dun to the six vice-captains, everyone was surrounded by an aura of "danger, do not approach."

If Xiao Dun hadn't blocked them, the vice-captains would probably have woken Xilin up and forced him to read the information. A hunter who doesn't know the information is not a good hunter.

"You say, how can that kid sleep so peacefully?" Xiao Dun lay on his chair, his fingers tapping rhythmically on the table.

Dias, sitting opposite him, scratched his curly hair. "Ahem, how should I put it? Although the kid's performance makes one want to give him a good beating, but..." Dias pondered his words, "I always feel like that kid is acting with impunity."

It will be a bit dry at first, but the excitement will come soon. Please bookmark this book first ^^

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