A peculiar light seemed to flash in Giliam's eyes as he looked at Xiao Ran. "What exactly is your goal? Where did you go during the time you disappeared, and what happened?"
Xiao Ran tilted his head and pondered for a moment. "Earth is a very special place. We only gradually came to understand that after leaving this planet. It is entangled in layers upon layers of cause and effect, so all kinds of unusual situations are bound to arise. The appearance of the Void Envoys this time is one of them."
"Our goal is simple. At its grandest, we are merely a group of wanderers hoping to find a stable home. As for everything else, we can only take things one step at a time. Our disappearance was because we left this world and entered another one. That world also had planets much like Earth and lifeforms much like humanity. After that came wandering, escape, and war. Only after many years of development, integrating the technologies of several races, did we reach our current level."
Giliam spoke as soon as Xiao Ran finished. "I understand. I cannot determine whether what you said is true, but if Commander Bian and Elsam of DC, as well as Sanger, acknowledge you, then I believe they must have their reasons. If your objective is to protect this planet, then I agree to temporarily join your team."
"But there is one condition. I will not take action against the Federation. I will only help you fight the Void Envoys or other threats. Of course, I also have a request. When I deem it appropriate, I hope to receive your assistance. If you refuse my request, then forgive me, but I can do nothing for you."
Xiao Ran nodded without hesitation. "Fine."
After Giliam finished