"This engine technology contains 14,826 advanced technologies and designs, including nanomaterials and atomic-level metallurgy. The Space Elevator's Orbital Tower alone involves six figures' worth of advanced technologies. Any one of them could create a technological advantage between nations and completely break through technological barriers. Everyone knows that the Yugoslav Federation's aerospace technology makes entering and leaving the atmosphere as easy as traveling. You have also witnessed the Solar System logistics network built by Shuttlecraft and orbital drones. These are all essential technologies for the Human Race to enter the interstellar age."
Victor von Doom had a drone bring over a data slate as he spoke to the man seated across from him. "Mr. Ambassador, you should understand the value of an international cooperative research institute established solely for this engine technology. It would be equivalent to handing you the patents one by one. In exchange, I ask for industrial raw materials, political silence, and a broader market."
The ambassador blinked, avoiding any discussion of the Regent's terms. Although he was extremely curious about the Lunar War currently underway and desperately wanted information, if a war was indeed being fought on the far side of the moon, there was nothing he could do while sitting here. He might as well clarify some basic concepts. "In comparison, I am more concerned about that part regarding the Immortal. I do not understand what the term 'Immortal' means. It is Latin, is it not? I have seen video recordings and speeches of the Emperor. He is indeed a respected leader, but I do not understand the meaning of this concept."
"It means He has lived for a very long time and will not age. No matter what happens, He can continue living until the heat death of the universe. You have reason to believe