An envoy's goodwill, setting sail for the sea of stars (74K)
Lin Yi walked quickly to the main control light curtain, which clearly displayed the images and data analysis returned by the investigation system.
A huge fleet is quietly staying outside the defense circle, like a silent interstellar beast.
They didn't try to break through, nor did they send out any aggressive signals. They just lined up neatly, as if waiting for something.
Is it the official guidance fleet of Purple Gold Star Union? Or is it a big force from a certain party after hearing the news, or is it all?
"Finally. Arrived."
Lin Yi took a deep breath and suppressed the surging emotions in his heart.
The seventeen-year calm period is over, and the real test officially begins now.
He straightened his robes and his eyes returned to their usual calmness and depth.
"Xuanji, notify all senior officials to activate the "Grade A Diplomatic Reception Plan"."
"Send a universal friendly identification signal to the unknown fleet to indicate our identity."
"In addition." Lin Yi paused and felt the talisman gifted by Master that he kept close to his body. "I will take Flash Gleam to meet them for a while."
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The next day, 9 a. m.
It was a time when the sun was supposed to be shining, but the sky showed a strange scene.
It's not clouds, but a moving mountain range that blocks part of the skylight and casts a huge, slow-moving shadow on the surface.
More than fifty interstellar ships, like giant beasts that have broken free from mythical epics, are quietly suspended in low-Earth orbit.
They come in different shapes and sizes. Some have sharp edges and corners like cold war fortresses, some have smooth lines like leaping sea creatures, and some are shimmering with source energy. At the same time, their respective emblems are printed on the hull.
Purple Gold Star Union's nine-star surround, Human Star Realm Legion's cross-star blade, Galactic Mercenary Alliance's broken Star Shatter Chen
Everything is silently announcing the behemoth they represent.
From official observatories in various places to ordinary people's astronomical telescopes, countless people on the streets and in homes in squares held their breaths, looking up at this scene destined to be recorded in history.
Blue Star Commonwealth Headquarters.
The strong wind at high altitude was several times stronger than that on the ground. It roared across the platform and made everyone's clothes rustle.
Lin Yi stood at the front of the welcoming team, his posture as tall as a pine tree, his simple dark combat uniform clinging tightly to the wind, outlining smooth and powerful lines.
He does not wear any extra medals, and the only identification is the Blue Star Community badge on his left chest.
Behind him, Li Zhenguo, Zhou Donglai, Nie Chang and other core senior executives stood side by side, looking equally solemn.
At the rear are the strictly selected honor guards and staff.
"The energy reading is stable and there is no offensive direction. The opposing fleet maintains a standard diplomatic distance." Xuanji's calm report sounded in Lin Yi's ears.
"Yeah." Lin Yi responded in his heart, his eyes still locked on the sky.
The first to take action were the three [Qiming-III] guide ships painted with the Purple Gold Star Union emblem.
They are all silver-white, with elegant and efficient lines. Like the leading swan, they break away from the huge mixed formation lightly and accurately, adjust their posture, and slowly approach the preset guidance route.
The blue flame emitted by its engine is stable and soft, showing an extremely high level of energy control.
The fleets of other forces, like guests who abide by etiquette, still stay in place. Only the occasional flashing navigation lights and scanning beams on the ships indicate that they are not cold sculptures, but are paying close attention to everything here.
The guide ship did not land completely, but hovered at a height of several hundred meters from the platform.
A soft beam of light was projected from the belly of the ship in the center. In the beam of light, a delicate landing craft slowly lowered and landed silently on the designated berth on the platform.
The hatch slid open to both sides like mercury without making any sound.
A middle-aged man wearing a Purple Gold Star Union uniform with three tiny stars inlaid on his shoulder straps took the lead to step out.
His face is elegant, his complexion is a healthy wheat color, his nose is high, his dark brown eyes are so deep that they seem to absorb light, and he has a well-placed smile at the corner of his mouth.
Behind him were four attendants with the same attire but a more reserved temperament, and two teams of guards wearing light ceremonial armor and walking in uniform steps.
As soon as this team appeared, a field mixed with order, authority and a certain aura of transcendence spread, making the air on the platform seem to be stagnant.
The middle-aged man's eyes swept across the welcoming team, and finally landed accurately on Lin Yi.
He stepped forward steadily, stopped at an appropriate distance, put his right hand on his chest, and performed a simple and standard Star Union greeting ceremony.
"Your Excellency Lin Yi, leaders of the new civilization, I am the special envoy of Bureau of Civilization Advancement Affairs, subordinate to Purple Gold Star Union Executive Committee, Lansi. Under the highest order of Star Union, I have come to complete the formal process of promotion for your civilization."
Lin Yi took a step forward and returned the greeting. "Lansi Special Envoy, welcome to Silver Moon Blue civilization. It is our honor for you all to come from afar."
His voice was calm, without any stage fright, and formed a subtle correspondence with the official rhetoric of Lansi.
After a brief welcome ceremony, both parties moved to the largest circular conference hall in the headquarters.
The layout of the hall has been adjusted in accordance with universal interstellar diplomatic standards.
Simple, bright, and the huge circular viewing window brings the outside starry sky and part of the visiting fleet into view, silently reminding everyone of the situation they are in at the moment.
Senior executives Lin Yi and Blue Star sit on one side, and Lansi and his entourage sit on the other side.
Representatives of other forces sat on the side as guests of the ceremony.
The ceremony officially begins.
Lansi took a box made of dark metal and unknown crystals from the attendant, opened it, and took out a crystal about the size of a palm, with liquid light flowing inside.
"Buzz"
A slight buzz sounded.
The crystal suddenly lit up, and the soft white light was like mercury pouring down the ground, quickly spreading out in front of Lansi, forming a solid curtain of light.
Above the light curtain, countless complex and beautiful runes flowed like living creatures, and finally stabilized.
Lansi's expression became extremely solemn.
"In accordance with the <Civilization Advancement Assessment and Assessment Law> promulgated by Human Race Supreme Council, and the relevant executive regulations of Purple Gold Star Union."
He paused slightly, his eyes swept across the audience, and finally landed on Lin Yi.
"It is now officially announced: After being presided over and confirmed by His Majesty Eternal Divinity and "Xuchen", the planet number TC-YHLHXB-ZJ-G-7392113, which is the intelligent civilization nurtured, has successfully passed Civilization Advancement Assessment."
"After comprehensive evaluation, its civilization development potential, organization, adaptability and individual quality are confirmed to be at the fifth level."
"From the moment this declaration takes effect, this civilization shall enjoy and bear all the rights and obligations of the fifth-level civilization within the territory of Human Race."
"At the same time, according to yesterday's application by your representative, Mr. Lin Yi, your official registered name is confirmed to be--Silver Moon Blue."
"According to the general practice in Xinghai, it can be abbreviated as: Silver Blue Civilization."
"The mother planet that nurtures and carries this civilization will simultaneously update its interstellar registration name to: Silver Blue Star."
Silver Moon Blue.
Silver Blue Civilization.
Silver Blue Star.
Lin Yi said it word by word silently in my heart.
He felt a strange connection, as if there were invisible threads, tightly binding his soul to these two new names and the future of billions of creatures on the planet beneath his feet.
He noticed an old professor from the cultural department beside him, quietly wiping the moisture from the corners of his eyes with his fingers.
Lansi didn't give everyone much time to reflect. The content on the light screen switched, and complex star maps and engineering schematics appeared.
He continued:
"Based on the standard treatment of the fifth-level civilization "regional hub star", the Purple Gold Star Union engineering department will be responsible for implementing the "Silver Blue Star overall migration plan."
Lansi's tone changed to a technical statement.
"The core project includes: installing a "planetary source energy vector engine array" at key nodes in the Silver Blue Star crust, deploying a "customized star-like energy source" in the Silver Blue Star airspace, and setting up a "planetary atmosphere and ecosystem stabilizing force field." It is expected that the overall project will be officially launched within five standard years after the final agreement is signed."
These contents are all expected and are the "standard benefits" of level 5 civilization.
Blue Star The senior executives listened carefully, calculating in their minds the challenges and opportunities brought about by this huge change.
However, what Lansi said next was completely beyond everyone's expectations.
He operated the light screen and the screen switched, showing an image of a bumpy planet.
"Besides."
Lansi's mouth corners slightly raised, revealing a smile.
"After comprehensively reviewing the civilization observation report of Silver Blue Civilization"
Lansi tapped his finger, and some vague ancient murals, poetry excerpts, calendar fragments, and even sketches of early astronomical telescopes scrolled next to the moon image. "Our company confirms that this satellite, which you call "the moon" or "moon", has a profound and unique bond with Silver Blue Civilization's cultural inheritance, spiritual sustenance and even early scientific development that is far beyond the ordinary celestial body."
He paused for a moment, as if he was considering the words and allowing the weight of his words to fully settle.
"Based on the "Supplementary Regulations on the Ownership of Non-Habitable Celestial Objects" and my authority to define civilization as a special envoy, I hereby make an additional announcement:"
"This natural satellite will be officially included as an indivisible core asset of Silver Blue Civilization, and will be given an official name within the civilization - Silver Moon."
"Silver Moon will be included in this migration plan as an affiliated celestial body of Silver Blue Star, and will move to its new home with its parent star."
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In the conference hall, there seemed to be a silent thunder exploding!
Huge surprise immediately swept every Blue Star executive.
Li Zhenguo took a sharp breath and leaned forward involuntarily. Zhou Donglai's hands, which were accustomed to holding guns, were trembling slightly at this moment. The old professor from the Ministry of Culture directly covered his mouth, and his eyes instantly turned red. Even Nie Chang, who had always been calm, suddenly contracted his pupils.
Not an auditory hallucination!
Moon!
They had already silently said goodbye to the moon that had hung in the night sky for thousands of years, witnessing the origin of civilization, the change of dynasties, and the joys and sorrows in their hearts, preparing to seal it in their memories together with the familiar starry sky.
Who would have thought that it could be taken away together!
Lansi had a panoramic view of everyone's reactions, he smiled, and then added, "As for the stars in the current galaxy, unfortunately, the long-distance relocation of stellar-level objects is beyond the scope of our Star Union regular projects, and the target galaxy is constantly The star has abundant resources. After Silver Blue Star arrives at its new home, Star Union will deploy a nearby stable star with similar spectral type and mass scale to serve as Silver Blue Star System's new energy core and gravitational anchor."
He faced Lin Yi again and nodded slightly. "Congratulations to you, Silver Moon Blue civilization. May Silver Moon and Silverblue continue to walk together in the future sea of stars."
Lin Yi immediately stood up to express his thanks, and at the same time secretly sighed in his heart.
This "gift" touches the deepest softness of the civilized soul. This favor is given wisely.
After the official process ended, the atmosphere in the conference hall changed instantly.
The previous solemnity and solemnity receded like the tide, and the real Xinghai chess game officially started at this moment.
Almost the next second Lansi announced the end of the ceremony, the representative of the Galactic Mercenary Alliance stood up.
This is a man with a strong build, wearing a combat uniform that is easy for movement, and on his shoulders is the emblem of Star Shatter surrounded by a sharp sword.
"Your Excellency Lin Yi." His voice was loud, without any greetings, and he went directly to the topic, "On behalf of the Galactic Mercenary Alliance, I formally extend an invitation to you. Based on the potential you have shown in the assessment, the alliance is willing to provide you with the "fourth level" talent cultivation resource package."
He paused slightly, his eyes fell on Lin Yi as if they were real, and he emphasized his tone. "At the same time, as support, the first Mercenary Group established by Silver Blue Civilization can receive a task level one level higher than its current official rating when undertaking alliance tasks. This authority can be applied to all tasks below level six."
The conditions are clear and tempting.
The 4 levels of resources are in line with the conventional price tag estimated by Liyue, and the permission to "jump over tasks" is undoubtedly a powerful booster that breaks the rules for an Mercenary Group who is in urgent need of accumulating Points and reputation, and can greatly shorten the long and boring initial accumulation process.
All eyes are focused on Lin Yi.
Representatives of other forces' eyes flickered, waiting for the young genius's reaction.
Lin Yi faced the gaze of representative Mercenary Alliance and slowly stood up.
He did not look at anyone else, but said clearly and firmly to the representative:
"Thank you for your attention and support from the alliance. I accept your invitation and am willing to join Galactic Mercenary Alliance."
No hesitation, no waiting for price.
This move clearly and unmistakably tells all other forces that my main cooperation platform is here.
In an instant, Lin Yi could clearly feel that the temperature had dropped a bit as the gazes from representatives of the Star Realm Army group, Xinghai Bank, and the Interstellar Chamber of Commerce came to the table.
There was a trace of regret mixed in there, but more of it was the calmness to quickly reassess the situation.
After the hope of recruitment was dashed, these shrewd diplomatic envoys immediately adjusted their strategies, not only to maintain the friendship with this level 7 prodigy, but also to try their best to establish a cooperative relationship with this potential civilization.
After all, giving gifts is just a necessary task. Anyone can do it. How to achieve cooperation is the credit.
The smiles returned to their faces, but behind the smiles, there was no longer a passion for recruiting talents, but a shrewdness to strive for the best cooperation conditions.
Human Interstellar Chamber of Commerce represents a slightly wealthy old man.
He was wearing a robe of fine materials and had a warm smile like an old man next door.
"Your Excellency Lin Yi, young civilization needs a window to show itself to the outside world, and transportation is an indispensable part of it." His voice was gentle, with a persuasive tone, "We, the Interstellar Chamber of Commerce, are willing to provide free services to Silver Blue Star In the low-Earth orbit, build three fully functional multi-functional star ring docks. They will have comprehensive functions such as ship maintenance, small ship construction, and material transfer. They can greatly accelerate the industrialization process of your civilization and lay a solid foundation for your future hub star status."
The blueprint he drew is very beautiful, like a warm-hearted friend.
But Lin Yi was not fooled by this performance.
He first listened carefully for a while to the synchronized suggestions from the think tank in the next door conference room conveyed by Xuanji in his mind, then leaned slightly and said with a grateful smile:
"Thank you to the Chamber of Commerce, thank you for your generosity. This gift is too precious, and Silver Moon Blue deserves it."
Lin Yi first set the tone of humility, and then changed the subject subtly, "In the history of our civilization, there is an ancient wisdom: "It is better to teach a man to fish than to teach him to fish." We are eager for this dock and are willing to do our best to cooperate with the construction. In order to express our sincerity for long-term and in-depth cooperation, may I venture to make a suggestion?"
He looked at the old man. "Can we explore a more sustainable cooperation model?"
"For example, signing a millennium strategic cooperation and ownership transition agreement? In the early stage, the shipyard can be operated by you, and we pay reasonable rent and send personnel to study in depth. And after nine hundred years, we hope to obtain the complete ownership of the shipyard and related, non-core technology inheritance for a symbolic consideration."
"This will not only solve our current predicament, but also give us a future expectation worthy of the struggle of all people."
A trace of surprise flashed in the old man's eyes.
This guy. No, this civilization is not simple economically.
The other party obviously has a clear understanding of the value of Silver Blue Star's future hub star, and directly uses "time" and "future ownership" to play the game.
".Lin Yi Your Excellency's proposal is indeed very constructive."
The warm smile on the old man's face changed slightly, but it was obviously more solemn. "However, the details involved are very complicated, such as rent standards, technical learning scope, technical support during the transition period, and the specific definition of "symbolic consideration" that may require in-depth evaluation and negotiation."
Immediately afterwards, the representative of Human Star Sea Bank took over the conversation.
"Your Excellency Lin Yi, Silver Blue Star, as the future hub star, cannot do without perfect financial services." Her voice was clear and fast. "As the symbol of Human Race's financial industry, our Xinghai Bank plans to set up a fourth-level branch here to provide comprehensive financial support for your civilization. However, we hope that after the branch is established, venue fees and related taxes will be waived."
Tax free!
Xuanji immediately sent the think tank's analysis simultaneously.
"Commander, this is absolutely unacceptable! The core land of the hub Star Core must be a scarce resource, and its value will increase exponentially. The loss of tax exemption is astronomical! Our bottom line should be close to the maximum 70% reduction in the first two hundred years, and then decrease by 5% every hundred years until it returns to normal levels."
Lin Yi understood and showed a slightly embarrassed smile to the bank representative.
"Your Excellency, the entry of Xinghai Bank is what we dream of. But please forgive my bluntness, all fees are exempted. For a civilization in a period of rapid development, there are too many variables, and it is difficult for us to explain to future tribesmen. Can we consider a more flexible plan? For example, a Dynamic tax preferential policy that is closely linked to the Silver Blue Civilization economic development stage?"
"In the initial stage, we can provide greater support. As our own strength increases, we will gradually transition to a more mature cooperation model."
After hesitating for a moment, the representative said, "This proposal is not impossible to consider, but it requires further in-depth discussion."
The representative of the Human Star Realm Legion proposed his plan.
"If Silver Blue Civilization is willing, the Legion can consider stationing a rapid response squadron at Silver Blue Star, consisting of one "North Wind-class" improved command ship and three "Guardian-class" escort ships. However, the daily maintenance, energy consumption, base construction and personnel supply costs of this fleet must be fully borne by the protected party, namely Silver Blue Civilization, according to standard procedures."
The opinion of General Staff member of the think tank came, "Commander, we think that the garrison is acceptable. This is an early security guarantee and a strategic deterrent. But the costs must be shared."
"We can provide the best quality garrison sites, necessary local supplies and some manpower support, but the fleet's core costs of energy, weapon system maintenance, and officers and soldiers' salaries must be borne by them themselves. This is a matter of principle, otherwise we will become their cash machine."
Lin Yi agreed with this in his heart. He turned to the representative of the legion, his tone was filled with natural respect for the soldiers, but his stance did not loosen at all. "Silver Moon Blue sincerely appreciates and urgently needs the protection of the legion. This is the reassurance of our civilization."
"We are willing to do our best to provide all conveniences and the best conditions for the garrison. But as you can see, we have just started and are running out of resources. We really cannot afford the entire maintenance cost of an interstellar fleet on our own."
"This is not a lack of sincerity on our part, but a practical difficulty. Perhaps, we can jointly explore a cost-sharing mechanism that is more in line with the actual situation of both parties? For example, we are responsible for the infrastructure and local resources, while you are responsible for the core technology maintenance and mobile deployment costs?"
Throughout the negotiation process, Lin Yi was like a piece of tough cowhide soaked in water. It seemed soft but was extremely difficult to tear.
He never directly rejected the good intentions of any party.
Because this is indeed a good intention. If it were another civilization, for example, Blue Star in the previous life, they would never dream of having such conditions.
Therefore, he always starts by sincerely thanking you.
Then based on Blue Star Civilization's practical difficulties and long-term interests, we put forward well-founded proposals.
Because Lin Yi knows very well that the cards in his hand may not seem to be many, but each one is very important.
A genius whose future is at least World Derivation level is worthy of long-term investment by any force. At the same time, everyone can see that once Silver Blue Star is relocated, it will become the hub core of a star field in the future.
If Lin Yi wasn't sure whether his master would mind pulling his skin on such a negotiation that was full of the smell of copper, he would even reveal his identity as a disciple of the gods for fear of losing a big deal.
Just when several forces were arguing over the terms and were caught in a subtle tug of war, the envoy of the Mercenary Alliance tapped his finger on the table seemingly casually, breaking the slightly dull atmosphere.
He looked at Lin Yi with a hint of pure curiosity in his tone, as if he was just chatting:
"Speaking of which, there is a situation that makes me a little curious. Pan-Spirit Alliance Virtual Network Company, as one of the most well-informed giants, seems to have not sent a representative to watch the ceremony this time? This is somewhat inconsistent with their usual style."
This question seemed casual, but it instantly attracted the attention of all the representatives.
Even the old man who was arguing with Ji Yi about the dock agreement temporarily stopped talking and looked over.
Lin Yi picked up the water glass in front of him, took a sip of tea, and then put down the water glass, as if he was narrating a trivial matter:
"Master Xing Yi, I visited you once in person seventeen years ago."
The entire conference hall suddenly fell silent.
Xing Yi?!
The World Derivation level who was in charge of Purple Gold Star Union Virtual Network Branch existed seventeen years ago?
More than ten years before all of us?!
Representatives of several forces exchanged glances. The all-pervasive intelligence network of Virtual Network Company and the personal and secret visit of their branch leaders suddenly shrouded Lin Yi and the entire Silver Blue Civilization like a thick layer of fog.
Does this kid have any secrets that they don't know about at all?
This sudden rise of doubts invisibly gave Lin Yi a mysterious aura.
In the subsequent debate over the terms, their attitudes softened significantly and they became more willing to make concessions.
Soon, framework agreements full of compromises and games were finally reached.
"Your Excellency Lin Yi, the cooperation with Silver Moon Blue is very exciting." The rich old man from the Chamber of Commerce smiled and took the lead in signaling his entourage to bring an exquisite metal box.
"A small meeting gift, which contains some complete optimization plans and data models for the construction of Primary Civilization energy industry system collected by our chamber of commerce. I hope it can be helpful to your civilization."
Immediately afterwards, the representative of Xinghai Bank presented a "300 million Star Crystal 100-year interest-free credit line agreement."
The general of the Star Realm Army regiment directly left behind a Guardian-class battleship.
These gifts are valuable and sincere, and they just make up for the slight "unhappiness" at the negotiation table just now.
The noise dissipated, and the huge visiting fleet retreated as quietly as they came, disappearing into the deep starry curtain.
The huge circular conference hall finally became completely quiet, leaving only the eternal starry sky outside the window and the satellite officially named "Silver Moon".
Lin Yi stood alone in front of the picture window, looking into the distance in silence.
Behind him, the faces of Li Zhenguo, Zhou Donglai, Nie Chang and others were full of exhaustion after being highly concentrated, but deep in their eyes, they were burning with irrepressible excitement and high morale.
"We. We really did it?"
An official in charge of financial planning murmured to himself, as if he still couldn't believe it, "We sat at the same table as those interstellar giants, and we didn't suffer any loss?"
"It's not just that I didn't suffer a loss"
Zhou Donglai rubbed his swollen temples vigorously, "Commander, you have won us precious respect and development space! We have defended our core interests!"
Lin Yi slowly turned around, there was not much joy of victory on his face.
"Their concession today is just respect for the level 7 and level 5 assessments."
Lin Yi's voice echoed in the slightly empty hall, "In addition, because of the arrival of Xing Yi, they felt that they could not see through us, so they chose a more cautious strategy."
Then, his eyes scanned every core member.
"As the notice continues, the world will immediately enter the "Civilization Leap" level one combat readiness state."
"This is not preparation for war, but preparation for development, and preparation for learning. Every day and every hour before Silver Blue Star moves to a new home, we must acquire knowledge and cultivate our own interstellar engineers, scientists, diplomats and warriors just like we are fighting for the right to survive in the apocalypse."
"The future of Silver Moon Blue must not rest on the goodwill or investment of any force. Only our own wisdom and strength can determine our destiny."
"The chess game has already begun. We have just learned the most basic rules and even used the onlookers' momentum to make the first move."
"The next step, and the countless steps ahead, are all up to us to walk, to break through, to fight for a real future in the sea of stars for the name "Silver Moon Blue"."