"An escalating show of deterrence?" Helson Viscount repeated doubtfully.
"Yes." Paul explained, "For example, take him to the market first and let him see how abundant our supplies are. Tomorrow, take him to the textile mill and grain warehouses to show him our livelihood production. The day after that, take him to the ironworks and machine-tool factory so he can see our industrial manufacturing capabilities. Finally, you can take him to the experimental district of the Ves Institute or the outer workshops of Area 51. Of course, we can't reveal the core technologies, but we have to let him see how much we're investing in technological research and development."
His tone grew more serious. "I want him to understand that humanity's strength isn't accidental, nor does it rely solely on explosive methods like Picric Acid. From everyday necessities such as food, clothing, housing, and transportation to industrial manufacturing and technological research, our strength is comprehensive. Making him understand this will be more useful than exchanging any amount of polite words, and it will also make our future cooperation smoother. After all, only by truly understanding each other's strength can we establish equal trust."
Helson Viscount's eyes lit up, and he immediately understood Paul's intention. "Your arrangement is brilliant, my lord! This way, we can demonstrate our strength without seeming to show off deliberately, while also giving Barin a comprehensive understanding of Arda. I'll make arrangements this afternoon according to this plan. We'll start with the most basic aspects of people's livelihoods and gradually let him see our confidence."
"Yes, then I'll leave this matter to you." Paul nodded in satisfaction. "Pay attention to the proper limits. We need to let him see our strength without making him feel that we're deliberately intimidating him. Just strike the right balance between demonstration