CHAPTER 1160: CHAPTER 1132: PLOTTING

The trade demands did not come as a surprise to the Blue Star sovereignties; if you can’t win the fight, do business. Interaction between civilizations involves both war and trade as means.

Who says economic warfare doesn’t kill people? Economics undergraduate Chen Xiao’er has the most say on this.

The third topic, as a reciprocal gesture, is to invite the human delegation to the current home planet of the "Sagali" civilization and conclude a peace agreement. The invitation list includes not only Chen Fei’s name but also "Lord of the Sky" Lin Mo.

What exactly is the intention behind these specific invitations? It’s likely the heart of Sima Zhao, with the wise seeing wisdom and the benevolent seeing benevolence.

An MMP-style banquet indeed!

Chen Fei felt a chill down the back of his neck.

Having been accustomed to both execution and burial under the guidance of the Miyoshi Monk, it’s not hard to see the Sagali civilization’s hidden motives.

Information sent over from Mr. Louis Landon included footage and videos of the meeting between the two parties.

In just 24 hours, the emissaries from the Sagali civilization, through communication using spiritual power, quickly mastered more than two mainstream Blue Star languages, simulating pleasant and melodious voices using their vocal organs (not necessarily vocal cords) and switching to verbal communication seamlessly. Their choice of words, sentence structure, and tone conversions did not seem like those of learned beginners; they sounded not only affable but also highly charming. If scrutinized closely, there was even a hint of enchantment, making it easy for ordinary people with low spiritual resistance to be captivated by their every word and deed.

Realizing this, the Blue Star sovereignties immediately arranged Psychic Power Users to host the three emissaries from the Sagali civilization throughout, ensuring that no matter whether it was an open scheme or a hidden plot, they wouldn’t be blindly led from the start.

"You all should take a look too!"

Chen Fei forwarded the intelligence information sent by Louis Landon to the three people inside the small airship cabin.

Even Dang Wei Jun, who had social anxieties, was given a copy. After all, there were no outsiders here, and perhaps one more person might come up with one more idea.

Each person had a tablet in hand, reviewing what they received individually.

Minutes later, S-Class Space Ability User Heseman Brown looked away from the tablet screen in front of him, turned to Chen Fei, and said, "This is a damn conspiracy!"

He would not believe a word of the so-called peace and friendship of the "Sagali" civilization.

Mr. Brown was not adept at scheming, yet even he could sense something was amiss, let alone others.

Unlike Heseman Brown, who had skimmed through it quickly, Miyoshi Xuesen meticulously reviewed the details, pondering word for word, before looking up at the S-Class Superpower User and saying, "No! It should be an open scheme!"

Then he lowered his head again, continuing to think in detail.

Dang Wei Jun: "..."

He was not good at this at all.

Chen Fei dialed Louis Landon’s communication number.

"Have you finished reading it?"

"My first feeling is that ’Sagali’ has no good intentions!"

Chen Fei honestly expressed his initial impressions after perusing the information.

"Haha, so that’s how you think too!"

The overlord spoke with a double entendre; both of them shared the same thoughts.

Louis Landon’s past life had an irreconcilable feud with the "Sagali" civilization; standing on a high-alert stance always, he would never relax his vigilance under any circumstance.

Chen Fei hesitated for a moment and said, "Just that others may not think the same way!"

He shared a similar stance as Lord Landon, with Chen Fei wanting to protect his family and this planet, and the latter seeking revenge and striving to avoid repeating the same mistakes in this life.

"Interests move people’s hearts, especially longevity!"

Louis Landon could understand the thoughts of those in power; longevity is not immortality, but who wouldn’t want to live as long as possible? This first topic alone has immense attraction, even serving as a prelude to the following two topics.

Chen Fei asked, "If, if we must, how should we choose?"

He didn’t articulate his words fully, but both parties understood the implication.

Chen Fei was like a chess piece, unable to have control over his circumstances; even someone of Louis Landon’s stature might not claim the right to sit in the Game Master’s position. If he truly had such standing, Louis Industries’ headquarters and branches wouldn’t have needed to relocate fully into the Life Space.

However, if opting for confrontation, there would inevitably be more disclosures of hidden cards, while a single person’s cards like Chen Fei’s cannot be compared to those of the sovereignties, which are not just hidden cards but their profound heritage; mere droplets are incomparable to vast rivers, lakes, and seas.

"I need to think carefully!" Louis Landon fell into contemplation.

Faced with immense temptation, few can remain unyielding; small figures and roles are not just expendable chess pieces but can also serve as bargaining chips in exchanges; Chen Fei’s concerns are not unfounded.

Moreover, there’s now an inexplicable life planet, imaginable like a time bomb waiting to explode, not having to resort to "unfounded accusations" as Chen Xiao’er doesn’t qualify.

"I suggest forming a think tank to come up with a strategy together."

To predict decision-making at the sovereignty level, it goes beyond just military considerations. Chen Fei originally intended to form a consulting team, but now he decisively resolved to expand it into a think tank focusing on military, political, and economic aspects, or something akin to a cabinet, parliament, or elder council with similar functions.

Tianmu City "Atlantis" initially had a population under ten thousand, and the opponents Chen Fei faced were not particularly cunning, relying on sheer force to overwhelm. The need for a consulting team was minimal, with Chen Fei and AI "Adam" enough to handle it, not requiring sophisticated collaborating think tanks gathering collective wisdom and analysis.

Now, within the "Boundary Pearl" Life Space, there are two major and one minor Skylight cities, with a nearly million-strong population, barely manageable by the management team from Louis Industrial Company. If a professional think tank participates in planning and decision-making, management efficiency would increase significantly.

"Yes, it seems necessary now. I will arrange it immediately."

Louis Landon nodded in agreement, a matter of time rather than necessity, considering the needs of talent selection and blending, alongside analysis and discussion, which may take time and perhaps might not meet the current situation quickly.

If circumstances continue favoring interests against Chen Fei, preparations must be made for the worst-case scenario.

"I’ll contact Lin Zixian first to gauge the thoughts of ’Lord of the Sky’."

Chen Fei had no intention of going to that so-called current home planet of the "Sagali" civilization. It was likely a trap, and he probably wouldn’t return once he goes, perhaps even being controlled and turned into a puppet.

Though it’s a unilateral suspicion, as an adversary of the "Sagali" civilization, if positions were swapped, Chen Fei would undoubtedly do so without hesitation.

Winning at any cost is a norm, devoid of any sense of justice or evil.

"Lord of the Sky" having placed his own son next to Chen Fei is a truly brilliant move!

"Alright then... let’s divide the tasks!"

Louis Landon ended the call and began preparing the think tank team members.

He had already considered a few candidates prior.