Shadows of the Deep Space-Chapter 1649 - 531: I’m Sorry (Part 3)

In Old Era 4616, I was admitted to Thirteenth District Mint Middle School, selected as a Special Training Student, making a step forward in my path to enter Imperial Court Academy. My mother was very happy and personally cooked a delicious meal for me.

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Old Era 4618, May 4th.

I was studying in the library when suddenly Teacher Chen Yi came looking for me, telling me that Su Ming from Mechanical 3rd Class had hanged himself over a love letter.

I was very shocked upon hearing the news.

Even though I had no impression of Su Ming, never interacted with him, nor received his love letter, fortunately, he was rescued in time.

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Old Era 4618....

Today was a terrible day, Chilami invaded Thirteenth District, and the school was in chaos, with monsters everywhere! I was very scared, but I constantly told myself to overcome it because if I feared now, there would be no way to go to Mist Star Sea to find my father later. So, risking danger, I went to the training room, took a training machine to help, and encountered Su Ming. However, this time he didn’t seem as frail as I remembered, and we even fought alongside each other.

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Old Era 4618....

Due to Chilami’s invasion, classes at school were suspended. To prevent falling behind in studies, I took an air track train to the Heavy Strike Club.

However, my phone and wallet were stolen, but fortunately, I encountered Su Ming, who kindly warned me and helped me seek assistance from patrolling security.

Later, I borrowed some money from him to avoid delaying the training, not expecting that he was also headed to the Heavy Strike Club.

We went together, but unexpectedly, we ran into Gu Meng inside the club, and there was only one training device left.

Su Ming and Gu Meng had a conflict, and I initially planned to persuade him, but I didn’t expect Su Ming to be so resolute.

I was momentarily confused as to why someone so strong-minded would attempt suicide. Was he harmed by someone?

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Old Era June 6th.

Early in the morning, my mother woke me up. Although she didn’t pressurize me, I could see the anticipation in her eyes.

I was determined not to disappoint her at this city exam.

Soon, the city exam started, and unexpectedly, it had been reformed. The Council sent the Imperial Court Sect to take over, and many cheaters were taken away.

However, the most unsettling part was the reform of the professional exam.

We used the latest simulation pods to enter the Earth Flame Star defense battle.

During the exam, I met Su Ming again. He was very intelligent and rational, and I wanted him on my team, but my team members disagreed.

Later, in the interstellar airport hangar, I saw Su Ming again. He had a dispute with Li Fubai and even had his mecha seized. I wanted to help him, but I knew it was impossible because Li Fubai wouldn’t agree. Instead, he might get infuriated and harm Su Ming. In the end, I chose dreams over conscience. At that moment, I wanted to apologize to him, but when I turned back and saw his indifferent look, I couldn’t speak. I could only turn away silently....

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After the city exam, I thought we wouldn’t have any more interactions. But we met again on the subway in Starlight City; perhaps this was destiny, so miraculous.

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Old Era 4621, July 3rd.

Late night.

Mist Star Sea was attacked, seeking help from Cosmic Army Headquarters.

When I heard the news, I was ecstatic, knowing my chance had come, and finally, I had the opportunity to fulfill my dream.

That night, I tossed and turned, unable to sleep for the first time.

I didn’t know why Su Ming’s image kept appearing in my mind. So I got up and went to the desk, opening my diary.

I knew this journey to Mist Star Sea might be a one-way trip.

I’m not afraid of death; my belief in finding my father remains steadfast. But whenever I thought of Su Ming, there was a moment where my resolve faltered.

For a brief moment, I even wanted to give up my dream to respond to Su Ming.

I sat at the desk the entire night, and when dawn broke with the bright sunlight shining down.

Ultimately, I chose family over love, hoping I wouldn’t regret it.

If in this life there’s another chance, I would like to say something to Su Ming.

I’m sorry, I love you.

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Su Ming flipped through the diary, reading Lin Chuyu’s scattered records, his expression growing increasingly silent.

After a long time, Rhein and others came in to report.

"Boss, the collection of relics is almost complete."

Su Ming did not answer Rhein and others, but stood silently still, a hint of sadness in his eyes.

Seeing this, Rhein and others quietly stood aside, the atmosphere in the room became very oppressive.

After a long time, a loud noise broke the silence.

Zhang Yi’s voice came through the communication channel.

"Boss, something’s up. I saw figures flickering in the mist; it seems we’ve been targeted by something!"

"Hold steady; we’re coming at once." 𝘧𝓇ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝘣𝓃ℴ𝓋𝑒𝑙.𝑐𝘰𝑚

Su Ming slowly raised his wristband, hoarsely saying.

"Yes!"

Zhang Yi responded nervously.

"Rhein, let’s go!"

Su Ming immediately led Rhein and others, leaving the room and running towards the mecha docking area.

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Outer starry sky.

Zhang Yi and others, operating mecha, were tensely watching the distant white mist, not daring to be distracted even for a moment.