The Civilization Council of the Alpha Universe Cluster unanimously approved the Golden Empire to become an Astral Realm- level civilization and join the Civilization Council, becoming one of its members.
Some were happy while others were sad. Representatives of various civilizations in the Prado Universe System all looked distressed, as if they were constipated.
Geopolitics is often the most unsolvable problem; in order to ensure its own existence and development, it must create obstacles for its neighbors.
The closer you are, the worse your relationship becomes; this is the norm.
The representatives of the Alpha Civilization made no attempt to hide their joy, using this to highlight their good friendship with the Golden Empire.
Of course, most of the civilization representatives were just bystanders, especially those from those far from the Golden Empire. They made no attempt to hide their spectator-like gazes, scanning the faces of the representatives from all sides. The civilization representatives from the Prado Universe System were their main focus.
After the meeting concluded, the Prado Civilization representative immediately reported the situation to the civilization's higher-ups, his face grim throughout.
The high-level meeting, which had just been held not long ago, has once again quietly begun within the Prado Civilization.
Beside the round table.
The high-ranking members of the Prado Civilization exchanged bewildered glances, most of them wearing expressions of confusion.
They couldn't understand the Golden Empire's actions; why did they disagree with peace negotiations?
We've already bowed our heads, haven't we?
Do you really have such a big appetite to devour us?
Impossible!
The higher levels would not allow large-scale annexation between the Astral Realm- level civilizations.
Moreover, the Prado Civilization was no pushover.
As the overlords of the universe, although they lack the individual combat power of Upper God, relying on their mother plane, they can still withstand the strong attacks of ordinary Upper God head-on without any problem.
Although they were still no match for Lancelot, at least they weren't those useless trash who were easily defeated.
This is why the higher-ups of the Prado Civilization believed they had the leverage to negotiate peace with the Golden Empire.
Ultimately, after intense discussions, the Prado Civilization's leadership remained stubbornly convinced that the Golden Empire would agree to peace talks.
The reason they haven't agreed yet is probably because they want to extract more benefits for themselves.
Otherwise, the series of bizarre behaviors of the Golden Empire cannot be explained.
Even if you have the support of other powerful civilizations, you can't disregard the rules, can you?
Would those powerful, advanced civilizations pay a heavy price to negotiate and maneuver with other beings of the same level for your sake?
How is that possible?
"The Ministry of Foreign Affairs' main task going forward is to communicate with the Golden Empire, ensuring that information flow isn't blocked, to understand their true needs, and ideally, to establish contact with the Golden Empire's top leadership."
The Prado Civilization's leader issued an order.
The Foreign Minister nodded quickly, and immediately summoned his capable assistant, Sulman, after the meeting ended.
"You must immediately travel to the Golden Divine Kingdom again, and find out exactly what the Golden King and the True God of Holy Light are thinking. What are they planning to do?!"
"I???"
Sulman pointed to his cheek, looking completely bewildered.
Your Excellency Minister, who exactly gave you this misconception that I can speak directly with the Golden King and the True God of Holy Light, and that they are willing to communicate with me?
Don't you know that our relationship has already become very strained?
However, as the saying goes, "a higher rank can crush a lower one," and despite his reluctance, Sulman reluctantly accepted the mission from his superior. He was then swiftly transported out of the mother plane, boarded a spaceship, and headed into the vast Void.
at the same time.
The Golden Divine Kingdom.
Logo has just ended communication with the leader of the Alpha Civilization.
The latter personally informed Logo of the good news that the Golden Empire had successfully joined the Civilization Council, and the two then held many friendly discussions on strategic cooperation.
"Success?" Lancelot appeared, as if squeezed out of space, without a sound.
Logo glanced at him. "You're getting more and more skilled at using the Crimson Moon God Wheel, aren't you?"
"Use it more, let it get used to my scent, and one day it will take my shape!" Lancelot said with a smile.
"After joining the Civilization Council, have the territories we established in the Crimson Moon Universe Cluster, including Dark Celestial Star, all become legitimate civilized territories?" Lancelot asked again.
Logo nodded slightly.
"That's right, from this moment on, wherever the flag of the Golden Empire flies, it will be protected by the rules of the Civilization Council."
"Haha, Crimson Moon True God knew this news, he'd probably be furious. The territory of our ally, the Eight Gods' Realm, has instantly become our enemy." Lancelot laughed gleefully.
Logo laughed too, "The Crimson Moon Civilization's proxy war and invasion operation this time has been a complete failure, becoming a boon to us. It has allowed our Divine Kingdom's territory to expand to two major universe clusters in an instant, with enclaves scattered everywhere. Even if some places are too far away for us to use immediately, we can rent them to other forces or give them away as favors. Territory is always one of the most valuable gifts!"
Upon hearing this, Lancelot's heart skipped a beat, and a thought flashed through his mind. He asked, "Are you planning to give a portion of the Crimson Moon Universe Cluster's territory to the World Alliance?"
"Yes, this is the best opportunity. If we miss this point, the price we'll have to pay to get closer to a behemoth like the World Alliance will be unimaginable!" Logo's eyes gleamed; he was very good at seizing opportunities.
Not only in the field of alchemy, but also in other areas, Logo's insight is in a class of its own.
Ever since learning from Chief Kalenos about the relationship between the World Alliance and the Pureblood Human Race, as well as the existence of the New World Domain, Logo had been harboring ambitions.
Some resources may seem precious and important, but in reality, they require a long period of time to realize their value, and the process is fraught with uncertainty.
The enclaves of the Crimson Moon Universe Cluster are a typical example.
Its value is indeed considerable.
But frankly speaking, given the size of the Golden Divine Kingdom, the resources and effort required to fully develop and master it would be enormous.
After all, the Crimson Moon Civilization had already been thoroughly offended.
They certainly won't sit idly by and allow a huge destabilizing factor to emerge on their territory; they will definitely try every means to sabotage it.
Even a powerful dragon can't suppress a local snake.
Moreover, the overall strength of the Golden Empire is not comparable to that of the Crimson Moon Civilization, so it can hardly be considered a powerful dragon.
Therefore, instead of letting these enclaves tie up our energy, it's better to cash in early and also boost our favorability with the Realm World Alliance.
Others don't know.
The World Alliance must be well aware of the value of the Crimson Moon Universe Cluster's territory.
In addition, there's the relationship with Pureblood Human Race.
The price offered by the World Alliance will certainly not disappoint.
When Logo shared these thoughts with Lancelot, the latter was quite impressed and agreed to his plan.