After the declaration was read, the archbishop of the Church of the God of Courage returned the two letters of state in his hands to both parties.
"Moon Knight, I hope you can give me the opportunity to host you before you return to Reality Space," Lalutis said as she rose to her feet.
Hearing this, Velin stood and replied, "Lady Lalutis, I am very interested in Ancient Emberfire Astral Sea Port. I will pay it a visit before I leave."
"Then I shall await your arrival."
With the letters of state signed, the negotiations between the two sides came to an end.
At the same time, several gazes watching this place withdrew, as though nothing had happened.
Three days later, on the seventh floor of the Central Mage Tower, Velin, Kyle, Celeste, Undine, Duke Moravia, and Karix gathered for an internal meeting.
"Everyone is here, so let us begin."
"Lady Undine, start by explaining the general situation."
"Mm."
Undine, seated to Velin's left, nodded slightly before speaking. "Regarding the construction of Islington Astral Sea Port, I have divided it into three phases."
"The first phase will focus entirely on ensuring the construction of the Star Gate. We expect to complete it before Radiant Calendar Year 9830 and open a route to Anaris Astral Sea Port."
"According to preliminary estimates, this phase will require an investment of six hundred million High-grade Magic Crystals. Most of it will be used for the construction of the Star Gate, while a smaller portion will be used to expand the fleet and strengthen the Astral Sea Port's defenses."
"During this period, there will be no income from the Star Gate, so it will be a net investment."
"Based on the previous shares, the Moon Elf Kingdom will need to contribute two hundred and forty