"..."
After seeing the individual soldier's video and Andre's explanation, the reporters present fell into silence.
As early as two months ago, there were many posts on the Internet about "tall and thin aliens helping humans" and "human beings seem to be in alliance with tall and thin races", as well as many related photos and videos.
But many people still hold a skeptical attitude, and more of them have psychological hatred.
The mimic race a few months ago gave humans a certain amount of disgust towards Alien Forces. In addition, the Covenant massacred tens of millions of humans, and the resistance became even stronger.
But the facts are there. The elite clan has withdrawn from the Star Alliance since the war began, and has also assisted humans in protecting the colonies.
"Everyone..." At this time, Saum suddenly opened his mouth and said to the reporters present:
"We Sangheili Clan were also massacred by the Star Alliance. Tens of millions of people died from the Star Alliance. We and you humans are both the ones who have suffered persecution.
'The enemy of my enemy is my friend.'
This sentence is equally applicable in the universe.
In addition, we fight side by side with you human warriors, and we already have a deep sense of comradeship and admiration.
If we encounter a greater crisis in the future, we Sangheili will still face it together with you humans."
"Okay."
After Saum finished speaking, Andre took over the words with a wave of his hand, Vision glanced at the reporters present, and said softly:
"Do you have any other questions?"
"..."
All the reporters shook their heads slightly, as Andre's previous answer had already solved most of the problems in society and the Internet.
"Very good."
Seeing this, Andre nodded with satisfaction, sorted out the speech on the podium, and continued:
"Next, we Umbrella will join forces with Terra Enterprise and the Chamber of Commerce founded by Terra Enterprise to revive the colony's economy.
At the same time, we will implement the immigration policy for Sangheili, Kig-Yar (Gnoll), Unggoy (Gulu people) and other Alien Race.
Since the current Covenant Alliance still poses a threat, we will launch a comprehensive counterattack against the Covenant Alliance and strive to wipe out the remnants of the Covenant Alliance within two years.
During this period, we will also gradually annex Star Sector other than Orion Arm to consolidate and expand our strength.
Please..."
At the same time.
Inside the villa of the Russell Manor by the sea.
Living room on the first floor.
"Please, everyone, as well as the people in front of the screen, have confidence in Umbrella and the UNSC, and we will restore society and order to normal as soon as possible.
And..."
Just look at the old-fashioned large-screen LCD TV, which is playing Andre's press conference in real time.
The father and son, William and Ivan, both wore black home shorts and shorts, sitting on a comfortable sofa with paralyzed looks.
As the eldest daughter Yelena, wearing casual black suspenders and shorts, she also looked lazy and sat on the right side of William.
After all, it's winter, and staying in a home with floor heating will inevitably make you sleepy after lunch.
In addition, the current crisis has been lifted, allowing everyone to relax after being tense for several months, and naturally they have to stay at home and rest.
"Ah... ah..."
In addition to the words Andre on the screen, there was also a baby moaning, as if to attract others' attention.
I saw Halsey wearing a loose white sweater and loose gray trousers, holding the infant Arthur in his arms and sitting on the sofa beside him.
"Mom, how about I hold him?"
At this time, Yelena stood up, came to Halsey, and reached out to take Arthur.
"Yeah, that's fine."
Seeing Arthur's frown, Halsey also handed Arthur to Yelena.
Then, Yelena took over Arthur, and skillfully hugged her little brother, sitting next to Halsey.
"Be good, don't make trouble, don't make trouble." Yelena also coaxed Arthur softly.
"Ah... hehe~..."
Arthur, who originally felt a little uncomfortable, immediately smiled after entering Yelena's arms, and was quickly coaxed by his sister.
"Father... I didn't expect that the fierce sister I used to be could actually turn into a good wife and mother?"
Seeing Yelena actually coaxing the child to sleep so skillfully, Ivan immediately jumped up from Ge You's paralyzed appearance and spoke to William with an unbelievable look on his face.
"Hey, stinky brother, if you want to die, just say so."
Seeing that Arthur had successfully fallen asleep, Yelena turned around from his gentle face, and immediately raised his right hand and made a fist to threaten Ivan.
"Haha." Halsey, who was sitting next to Yelena, said to her daughter with a smile:
"Yelena, since Arthur was born, you have spent the longest time with him. It's really hard on you."
"Yeah." William, who was still paralyzed by Ge You, nodded in agreement, looked at Yelena and said:
"My baby girl has finally grown up and can now take good care of your brother. I am proud of you, Yelena."
Yelena replied with some embarrassment, "Thank you... Dad, Mom."
"Okay." Halsey stood up and walked towards the stairs and said:
"Yelena, please carry Arthur with me to the second floor. I'm afraid he will catch a cold while sleeping in the living room."
"Yes."
Yelena responded softly, then carefully picked up Arthur, and followed Halsey to the master bedroom on the second floor.
By then.
Only William, father and son, were left in the living room.
Except for the live broadcast of Andre coming from the TV, the living room suddenly became deserted, and the atmosphere became a bit awkward.
"Cough..." Ivan took the lead in coughing lightly and was about to get up and go back to the room.
See the situation.
"Eh? What are you going to do?" William asked immediately.
"Um... Father, I'm going back to the house to take a nap, is that okay?" Ivan replied with a guilty conscience.
"Of course, but..."
William ended Ge You's paralyzed posture, sat upright, picked up the water glass on the low table and drank some water, moistening his throat and said:
"But why do I feel that you are a little weak? Are you hiding something from me? Or are you afraid of what I will do to you?"
"This... no." Ivan shook his head.
Then Ivan sat back on the sofa again, took a deep breath, organized his words, and told William:
"Father, I want to ask you something."
"Oh?" Hearing this, William suddenly became interested and asked with slightly narrowed eyes:
"What happened?"
"That's it..." Ivan hesitated for a moment, and finally sighed and said:
"Hey... Father, can you... be able to accept a daughter-in-law who is older than you and your mother? And she is still many years older... many years older."
"Ouch!" After hearing Ivan's words, William pretended to be surprised.
But soon, William returned to normal and approached Ivan, and whispered with a hint of a smirk:
"You kid, do you want Athena to marry into our Russell family? Hmm?"
"You know everything?! Father??"
Ivan never expected that his father would have already guessed what happened between him and Athena