Chapter 873: Chapter 743: I Have Principles
Unfortunately, Sheriff Supreme is not currently on the Transfer Star.
He entrusted Qu Jianlei with handling Kerry’s situation. The other party didn’t give a definite answer, but they didn’t refuse either, right?
So he temporarily set the matter aside, considering there are so many issues for the Customs Enforcement Division in the entire Star Realm.
However, being a law enforcement agency, communication between them is quite convenient.
Sheriff Supreme was busy and sounded not very pleased when he received the communication.
But when he heard that someone on 8384 indicated that the matter was settled, he immediately brightened up.
"Ah, that’s great, give them my thanks... say I’ll return as soon as possible, but I can’t pinpoint the exact time."
"What, two more starships? Let them land... Isn’t it obvious? Those are spoils of war!"
Admittedly, Old Sheriff knows far more about the chaos in the Asteroid Belt than Qu Jianlei does.
Qu Jianlei waited half an hour and was getting a bit impatient when the other side suddenly spoke up.
"Alright, we’ve contacted Sheriff Supreme, he said he’d hurry back soon, and the 8384 craft can dock now."
Supposedly, Sheriff also instructed them to be respectful, but the customs team member on the other side couldn’t really manage to be respectful.
They all knew that it was this very wreck that took out their two warships.
Although those taken down were just auxiliary customs personnel, the entire Customs Enforcement Division got humiliated.
Moreover, so many suffered casualties, if they weren’t aware of how formidable the opposite side was, they might even grumble a bit.
So what if he’s Supreme’s friend? We’re standing up for the Customs Enforcement Division, can Sheriff Supreme actually deal with us?
But there’s no choice, they truly couldn’t beat the other side, so they spoke appropriately and said no more.
The 8384 craft with two starships docked did indeed stand out.
The Star Port urgently communicated to learn that the two starships were "faulty" and specially cleared a larger berth.
Qu Jianlei first set the two starships down, and finally landed his own vehicle.
He hadn’t even exited the pod when someone on the public channel shouted, "8384 craft, your two starships need repairs, right?"
Qu Jianlei felt a bit weary—definitely someone in the business.
He lazily replied, "We’ll contact someone, don’t bother yourselves."
The other side coldly said, "That’s impossible, you better think it through, not just anyone can enter for repairs."
"Watch your tone," Qu Jianlei replied impatiently.
His mood had been good, with Kerry captured and quite a bit of extra cash, but this remark really annoyed him.
"You better make sure you know whom you’re speaking to, haven’t you seen my ship number?"
He felt it was somewhat odd, as although the Star Port wasn’t in the Customs Division sequence, communication was usually very timely.
Usually, when he landed regularly, those guards at the Star Port wouldn’t dare speak loudly to him.
How did it turn to this just by changing a berth?
In fact, he did miscalculate; normal starship docking and docking for repair-needed starships are managed by different sectors.
The other side clearly wasn’t buying it, repeating that on the Transfer Star, there are numerous major powers.
Not to mention in the Asteroid Belt, there are so many High Tier fugitives.
These people monopolizing repair services at the Star Port surely have backing and won’t be easily intimidated by words.
So the other party straightforwardly responded, "I see the ship number, what do you want to say?"
"You better check around," Qu Jianlei couldn’t be bothered to say more, "Believe me or not, I can kill you without any trouble?"
"Tsk," the other side felt somewhat apprehensive upon hearing this but bravely asked, "Are you Supreme?"
Qu Jianlei snorted angrily, "Too many words, kid, leave your name, later I’ll have Sheriff deal with you!"
Sheriff... upon hearing this, the other side really didn’t dare to continue, who could afford to ignore Sheriff while making a living at the Star Port?
The opponent dared to call Supreme by name; even if not Supreme themselves, they absolutely weren’t afraid of Sheriff causing a fuss.
This business... indeed can’t be taken on! The other side finally fell silent.
But Qu Jianlei wasn’t satisfied; if the other side didn’t give an explanation, he couldn’t leave.
No way around it, he came alone again, if he got off the starship, what if the other side targeted 8384?
"I’m talking to you, leave your name... if you don’t, don’t blame me for losing my temper!"
The other side didn’t make a sound, not because no one was there, but rather being embarrassed to speak.
Being a public channel, even though it was a conversation between two, more than just the pair could hear it.
They were urgently inquiring about what background the 8384 craft had, when unexpectedly, this conversation was broadcast on the public channel.
Soon after, colleagues from other departments sent messages, "Are you stupid, provoking this starship?"
Indeed, many were paying attention to the public channel.
This one was a bit bewildered, "Whose starship is this? Talking like an ion cannon."
"The one that scared the Norton Family into withdrawing investment," the colleague replied, somewhat gleefully.
"By the way, you destroyed two Customs Enforcement Division warships, and you still dare to talk like this... From now on, you’re my idol."
Everyone makes their living at the Star Port; although there are many major powers on the Transfer Star, they are ultimately limited in number.
To survive here, you must memorize the hero hierarchy and various network diagrams, or you’ll sooner or later run into trouble.
"Damn," upon hearing this, he was genuinely stunned, "Is it about the Customs Enforcement Division losing so many people recently?"
To him, something that can scare off the Norton Family doesn’t bring too much pressure.
These powers are significant, but they won’t necessarily react over such minor issues — it’s just not worth it.
He’s a small character, earning a bit of hard money at the Star Port, not worth anyone’s time to deal with.
But daring to openly attack Customs Enforcement warships, causing numerous casualties, is simply unreasonable!
"Take care," a colleague can’t say much either; this warning was already a favor.
Shortly after Qu Jianlei issued the threat, there was a call on the Starship’s encrypted channel.
The caller was still the same person, but he immediately went soft, "Sir, it’s my fault, I shouldn’t have..."
"I don’t want to hear this," Qu Jianlei interrupted him directly, "Do you understand that the Supreme cannot be insulted?"
"Sir, I’m a fool," upon hearing that the other party revealed themselves as Supreme, he started to slap himself.
"I just earn a little hard money, you’re so high above, don’t bother with a small person like me."
"Little money?" Qu Jianlei didn’t want to quibble anymore, but upon hearing this, he snorted coldly.
This kind of monopolistic business is absolutely making a fortune, and you dare call it little money?
"Are you treating me like a fool? You really want to die?"
"Really, it’s not much," the other party was nearly crying, "The profit is a few hundred thousand, but in my hands, it’s honestly not much!"
Qu Jianlei snorted coldly again. He knew that in such business, paying protection fees and not getting much for oneself was normal.
So he didn’t bother saying more, "Fix these two starships for free, is there any problem?"
"No, no problem," the other hesitated but agreed, because it’s the Supreme’s condition.
Qu Jianlei didn’t necessarily want to take advantage of this, but since the other displeased him, he’d return the favor.
Then he casually instructed, "Also, ask around to see who is interested in buying these two starships."
"Sure, sir," the person dared not speak further, meanwhile thinking, could I earn a little through this?
Okay, even if no money is made, establishing a connection with a Supreme is worth it.
Qu Jianlei said nothing more, piloted the starship airborne again, and landed at his usual berth.
He’s still somewhat distrustful of the other party; once a small character decides to sabotage... there’s really no limit.
To the guards’ astonishment, he disembarked from the starship, dragged a Life Support Pod, and walked to the exit.
The guards, aware of the recent events, didn’t even dare check the Life Support Pod, merely watched him leave.
Qu Jianlei rented a vehicle and left the Star Port.
He drove to a secluded area, set the car to auto-return, then released Kerry, and packed up the Life Support Pod.
With the sky growing dark, he disappeared with a flicker, carrying Kerry.
He could actually repair those two starships himself, but... he felt it was somewhat bothersome.
Besides, overdoing repairs might make others suspicious, better to leave it to the professionals.
The key is that once repaired, he could sell them on legitimate platforms.
Having successfully advanced to Supreme, he had more pressing matters to concern himself with; best to focus on larger issues.
The next day at dusk, he entered a grotto with Kerry in hand.
This time, the head silhouette didn’t remain reserved.
Although still not revealing its outline, it spoke actively, "This one feels younger, how old?"
"Under a hundred and sixty," Qu Jianlei responded deeply, "If you keep delaying, don’t blame me for being impolite."
"Wow, so young?" The head silhouette was somewhat pleasantly surprised.
Shortly after, a plume of black mist emerged—slightly thicker than before.
The mist surrounded Kerry for two or three minutes, unlike last time’s mere few seconds.
Eventually, it sighed with satisfaction, "This body is really great, you’ve gone to such lengths."
"You only know now?" Qu Jianlei rolled his eyes, "I spent two whole months finding him!"
The head silhouette, hearing this, seemed intrigued, "Why specifically this person, an enemy?"
"Imperial fugitive," Qu Jianlei answered casually, "You didn’t think I’d just catch any Supreme for you to possess, right?"
Please understand, I have standards in what I do!
As for whether the other person might mind the fugitive status, he hadn’t bothered considering.
Already being Supreme, wanted or not, they should bear the responsibility; otherwise, it’s clearly picking a fight!
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