The sign-in system hit me and took my country away

Chapter 323: No Question of Origin

"We can discuss cooperation, but knowing the location is impossible," Nangong Jingming said directly. His tone was firm and decisive, without the slightest hesitation or compromise. In his mind, the location of their planet was an absolute secret that could not be revealed under any circumstances. It was related to the safety and future of the entire planet.

He could cooperate with them, but they would definitely not tell him about their planet. That was the place they had to protect their entire lives, and they would not think of bringing any danger to that planet. Nangong Jingming's eyes revealed a hint of firmness and determination to protect. He knew that he had a heavy responsibility and could not take risks for the sake of temporary benefits.

"Okay, then, from now on, let's just talk about cooperation, not origins." Ren Lin could see Nangong Jingming's seriousness, so he immediately changed his tone. Ren Lin nodded slightly. Although he was still curious about Nangong Jingming and his team's origins, he also understood that in this situation, further questioning would only damage the cooperative relationship between the two parties. So he quickly adjusted his strategy and chose to continue the conversation with a cooperative attitude.

I don't know the source, although it's a pity, but if we can cooperate, then we can talk about it. Ren Lin secretly comforted himself, thinking that as long as they can reach a cooperation, perhaps in the future cooperation process, there will still be a chance to slowly learn some relevant information, so there is no need to rush now.

"Well, please tell me what you want to discuss. If I can sell it to you, I'd be happy to cooperate with you," Nangong Jingming said. Nangong Jingming's expression softened slightly. He looked at Ren Lin with a hint of anticipation, hoping that Ren Lin could come up with some practical and feasible cooperation plans so that both parties could cooperate on the basis of mutual benefit and win-win results.

"Captain Nangong, since you've said so, I won't beat around the bush. Anything new you have, I want to see it and buy it," Ren Lin said directly. Ren Lin's eyes gleamed with excitement. He could already see Nangong Jingming and his team constantly producing all sorts of novel and precious items, and he could introduce these items to his country, bringing about tremendous change and development for the country.

"Then you should just tell me directly. Our things are very common in the eyes of outsiders. I'm not sure if they are what you need," Nangong Jingming said. Nangong Jingming frowned slightly. He knew that some of the items his team possessed might be considered rare treasures in this interstellar world, but in their own eyes, many were just ordinary daily necessities. He was worried that Ren Lin might misunderstand the value and purpose of these items.

"Oh, it seems we need to go together for a while!" Ren Lin looked at Nangong Jingming and said seriously. Perhaps this way, he could see a lot of different things about them. Ren Lin had a new idea in his mind. He felt that if he could work with Nangong Jingming and the others for a while, he might be able to get a deeper understanding of their resources and capabilities, and better grasp the opportunity for cooperation. So he made this suggestion.

"If the Ninth Prince doesn't mind the trouble, then of course it's okay." Nangong Jingming thought for a moment. His teammates still needed professional guidance. Since he wanted to follow, then let him follow. After all, their things were originally exchanged for supplies here, so there was nothing to hide. Nangong Jingming considered that the team still needed to continue learning and growing in this interstellar world. Having a royal family member like Ren Lin around might provide some help and resources. Moreover, they themselves had no hidden secrets, so he agreed to Ren Lin's proposal.

Anyway, their biggest weakness now is not really a weakness, and they have nothing to fear. Nangong Jingming thought to himself that after this period of development, their team has acquired a certain level of strength and resources. Whether it is their own military strength or the advanced equipment they possess, they have enough confidence and no longer need to worry too much about external threats.

Their own military strength is not weak, and their mechas are still very powerful, so there is no need to be afraid of them coming to rob them. Nangong Jingming's eyes revealed a hint of confidence. He believed that with the strength of the team, they could gain a firm foothold in this interstellar world and carry out equal cooperation and exchanges with all forces.

"I'd like to buy a mecha like yours, is that okay?" Ren Lin thought for a moment. The mechas they were driving made him want one. He wanted one to take back and study, feeling it could surpass their current mecha technology. Ren Lin's eyes revealed a strong interest in Nangong Jingming and his team's mechas. He knew the importance of this advanced mecha technology to enhancing a country's military strength, so he hoped to purchase one for research.

"Our mecha is already our best. I understand you want it, but I can only sell you one. You must be thinking of using it for research!" Nangong Jingming said affirmatively. Nangong Jingming looked at Ren Lin, understanding his intentions. Although hesitant, considering their cooperative relationship, he decided to sell one mecha to Ren Lin. However, he also made it clear that he could only sell one to protect his team's technological advantage.

"Okay, I'm thinking of taking it for research." This was Ren Lin's original intention. Ren Lin made no secret of his intentions. He knew that in this situation, being honest would be more conducive to cooperation between the two parties. He also hoped that Nangong Jingming would understand his pursuit of advanced technology.

"I'll sell it to you, but there's one condition. If your research succeeds, you must sell it to me at cost!" Nangong Jingming began to state his conditions. He hoped to share Ren Lin's research results in the future to ensure his team would not lag behind in mecha technology, while also being able to obtain more advanced mechas at a lower cost.

"Since you have it, why don't you just make it? Do you still need my product?" Ren Lin asked with some confusion. Ren Lin was a little puzzled by Nangong Jingming's conditions. He didn't understand why Nangong Jingming and his team didn't manufacture such a mecha on a large scale, but instead relied on his own research results.

"We don't have the research data, so we don't know how to make this mecha." Nangong Jingming said directly. As for whether he believed it or not, it was none of his business. Nangong Jingming answered Ren Lin's question truthfully. He knew that this explanation might be a bit far-fetched, but it was indeed the dilemma they were facing. As for whether Ren Lin believed it or not, he had no control over it and could only wait for Ren Lin's response.

"Okay, I agree. But if the research fails, I hope you can continue to sell it to me," Ren Lin said. After thinking for a moment, Ren Lin felt that this condition was not too risky for him. Moreover, even if the research failed, being able to continue to buy mechas from Nangong Jingming and his team would be a gain, so he agreed to Nangong Jingming's condition.

"Yes, but Ninth Prince, don't try to deceive me, because I will definitely find out," Nangong Jingming said. A hint of warning flashed in Nangong Jingming's eyes. He knew that integrity was crucial in interstellar cooperation, and he didn't want Ren Lin to resort to any trickery in this matter, otherwise it would cause serious damage to the cooperative relationship between the two parties.

"Don't worry, I won't do anything that would be detrimental to our long-term cooperation." He wouldn't do anything bad with the natural fruit they had; it was the most important thing to them right now. Ren Lin quickly assured him. He understood Nangong Jingming's concerns and knew the importance of natural fruit to his country. He wouldn't let a mecha ruin his partnership with Nangong Jingming and his team, as they had more important resources to collaborate on.

"That would be best," Nangong Jingming said. He nodded slightly, acknowledging Ren Lin's assurance and hoping that both parties could collaborate smoothly on the basis of good faith.

"Captain Nangong, can you provide us with those natural fruits for a long time in the future?" Ren Lin looked at him expectantly. Ren Lin's eyes were full of anticipation. Natural fruits were an extremely precious resource for his country. He hoped that Nangong Jingming could provide them with them for a long time to meet domestic needs and development.

"In the long term, as long as we have someone here, I promise to provide you with it. But if we're not here, there's nothing we can do." Nangong Jingming wasn't sure if they would be able to come here often in the future, so he spoke uncertainly. Nangong Jingming was a little hesitant. He didn't know what the team's future plans would be, so he couldn't give Ren Lin an absolute promise. But he didn't want to refuse directly, so he gave a relatively vague answer.

"Oh, then where else are you going? I can find you there." Ren Lin thought. If they are not in Xinghai City, then he can just go find them. Ren Lin's eyes revealed a hint of determination. He didn't want to lose the supply of natural fruits because of Nangong Jingming and his friends' departure, so he hoped to learn their whereabouts so that he could find them when needed.

"I can't answer that question for you," Nangong Jingming said, his eyes calm and determined, without the slightest hesitation or wavering. He knew that some information was confidential and could not be easily disclosed, especially information about their future whereabouts, which was related to the safety of the entire team and the implementation of the plan.

"Okay, then I won't ask any more questions. We've researched your natural foods, and they're very effective in restoring our spiritual power. So, how much can you provide us now?" Ren Lin asked immediately. A hint of eagerness and anticipation lingered in Ren Lin's eyes. The significant effect of natural foods on their spiritual power gave him new hope for increasing the strength of the legion, and he was eager to know how much Nangong Jingming and his team could provide.