Every country and faction urgently convened meetings of their think tanks to reassess the Star Alliance's stance and strength. After all, combat power on the level of the Four Emperors' crews had begun to move. That was true overlord-class power. They needed to test the Star Alliance's real strength and see whether it was worth relying on.
Ashil Kingdom, Ninth Base, Fish-Man Shallow Bay Habitat.
Ronglin sat quietly by the massive bay with Shiryu, watching the children play and frolic with Princess Shirahoshi. A peaceful, gentle smile appeared on his face.
To ease the divide between humans and the Mermaid Clan, Ronglin began with the small details. While ensuring everyone's safety, he allowed Ashil Kingdom's citizens to bring their children here to meet Princess Shirahoshi.
At first, although people liked Princess Shirahoshi because of her beauty, they were ultimately not of the same race. Many still felt a degree of rejection and distrust. But Ronglin used his own reputation to guarantee the safety of ordinary citizens and stated that he would remain nearby throughout to protect the children.
Only then did the first group of children approach Princess Shirahoshi at close range, curious yet nervous.
It was also Princess Shirahoshi's first time facing so many humans watching her, let alone interacting with human children up close. She was both delighted and awkward. This novel experience made her feel that coming to the surface had truly broadened her horizons.
After spending time with Princess Shirahoshi, the children showed great delight. How could they not like such a huge and beautiful mermaid when she was so gentle and kind?
Over the next few days, the effects gradually spread. Nearly everyone in Ashil Kingdom learned that mermaids could live alongside humans peacefully, and the Mermaid Princess's kindness and gentleness spread far and wide.