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Chapter 498: Chapter 383: The Third Civilization and the Fourth Civilization_2

They also showed a certain degree of importance, even having Dong Gong personally take charge of the reception!

“I represent Human Civilization, on behalf of the Great Emperor, and welcome all envoys.”

“Nice to meet you, sir.” The envoy from the Star Sea Civilization also possessed the strength at the peak of the Fifth Stage and respectfully saluted Dong Gong, knowing his identity. At this time, sending someone who could represent the Human Emperor to receive them emphasized their importance much more than sending an ordinary diplomat.

When one side was interested, the other side was equally interested, making their interactions very pleasant.

Especially in terms of efficiency.

Previously, they did not understand much about the Star Spirit Civilization, but after some understanding and communication, in just a short time, Human Civilization had almost completely grasped the situation of this civilization.

Every individual of the entire civilization seemed like a calm, clear-thinking scientific researcher, with relatively indifferent emotional expressions.

But precisely because of this, their principle of action was primarily interest-based.

This was also why they had only been observing before but actively approached after discovering the advantages of Human Civilization.

In the end, the speed of signing the alliance contract was faster than anyone had anticipated.

Human Civilization dispatched legions, and with the help of the Star Spirit Civilization legions, participated in outer battles, and forty percent of the points they earned, which were exchanged for resources needed by the Star Sea Civilization, were given to them.

In fact, in the beginning, Human Civilization had offered sixty percent.

That meant that the Star Spirit Civilization was getting even more than Human Civilization.

But, they refused.

They chose a forty-sixty split, taking forty percent.

This indeed further showcased the characteristics of their civilization.

If they chose to become an affiliated civilization of Human Civilization, sixty percent might be too much and possibly cause dissatisfaction among some people, ultimately costing them.

But if they chose not to become an affiliate, forty percent would suffice for them to reap significant benefits within such an alliance, compensating for some losses in not being able to compete for a top two rank in this Trial.

It could only be said that this was indeed a civilization that embodied rationality.

It was somewhat similar to the Desert Tower Civilization Human Civilization had encountered before, yet more mature than the Desert Tower Civilization.

“As expected of a civilization that primarily developed through the technological path,” many people sighed in this manner.

This also consequently sparked quite a bit of favor among the high levels.

Although Human Civilization was now primarily focused on the Extraordinary Path, as a civilization that initially took the technological path, they highly recognized this scientific way of thinking; many even believed that if the Star Spirit Civilization joined, it would greatly enhance the somewhat declining performance of Human Civilization’s technological path.

Several suggestion reports were sent to Shen Hao.

They hoped Human Civilization would actively forge ties with the other.

However, although it was about forging ties, not much needed to be done—given the style of the Star Spirit Civilization, as long as Human Civilization demonstrated sufficient value, they would inevitably make a choice.

Other methods were unlikely to be effective.

But no matter what, at such a critical moment now, easily securing an important alliance also greatly pleased the high-level officials of Human Civilization.

They began to shift their focus to the next civilization,

Which was currently the Fourth Civilization.

Fortunately, there was indeed information about the Fourth Civilization from the Star Spirit Civilization.

However, the content of this information made many in Human Civilization furrow their brows.

“The Fourth Civilization, we are not actually in a real alliance relationship,” described the envoy from the Star Spirit Civilization, “There are significant differences in our values, and the collective Consciousness determined that an alliance with them is extremely dangerous. Therefore, previously, there was only some action consistency based on the situation.”

“Just these few sentences alone give a pretty good idea of the style of this civilization.”

“However, it is not a civilization that purely follows the aggressive route like the Ebat Civilization in the last trial.”

“The name of the civilization is the Business Alliance Civilization.”

“Yes, just from this name, one can tell the characteristics of this civilization.”

“Similar to the native forces and the Company Alliance encountered in the last trial, the entire upper structure of the civilization is also composed of extremely powerful companies.”

“What’s different, however, is that the Business Alliance Civilization focuses much more on short-term benefits than on long-term gains.”

“This civilization seems to treat each trial as a short-term market.”

“Hence, on one hand, they plunder to their heart’s content, while on the other, they are always ready to make a huge profit from other Trial Civilizations.”

“The Star Spirit Civilization also revealed a piece of extremely important intelligence.”

“‘The means used by the Contract Spirit Civilization to control three Trial Civilizations are very likely provided by the Business Alliance Civilization; we have seen them use similar methods to control native forces.’”

“This intelligence is also what truly made Human Civilization feel the difficulty.”

“Because it means that the Business Alliance Civilization has obviously made contact with the Contract Spirit Civilization and has achieved a very deep cooperation.”

“Moreover, given the style of the Business Alliance Civilization, if Human Civilization wants them to align with us, it would be much more difficult than anticipated.”

“A civilization that defines itself in the Civilization Trial System as ‘opportunists’ definitely would not seek the Sovereign Civilization.”

“Therefore, no matter how strong the potential of Human Civilization is, or how impressive Shen Hao’s performance, it would be difficult to influence the Business Alliance Civilization.”

“Especially under the current circumstances, if Human Civilization takes the initiative, it is clearly a situation of stepping up to be heavily exploited.”

“Forty percent?”

“According to the intelligence provided by the Star Spirit Civilization, they might quote ninety percent, or even a hundred percent!”

“The entire style of the civilization is geared towards secrecy and defense,” the Strategy Department also felt the difficulty, “Trying to intimidate them with military force would require first conquering their confidence. And as they currently see it, even if our Human Civilization secures the first place, even controlling all other Trial Civilizations and the entire Trial Universe, they still wouldn’t be able to do anything to them.”

“To be opportunists and cherry-pick from all sides, naturally, they must have the strength to back it up.”

“Not to mention anything else, their ability to stay concealed is extremely rare.”

“Even the Star Spirit Civilization, which has had contact with them and even shown aligned actions, can’t locate their exact location.”

“Only to say that at such a stage, still in the top ranks, they all have their own unique tricks.”

“Human Civilization relies on Shen Hao, the Contract Spirit Civilization relies on the hard strength brought by the Extraordinary Path, and the Star Spirit Civilization relies on technology and rationality; this Business Alliance Civilization, then, relies on a combination of mystery, greed, and of course, cunning and strength.”

“‘What would be the impact if the Business Alliance Civilization did not participate, or even, suppose they joined the Contract Spirit Civilization camp?’ Shen Hao asked the Analysis Department.”

“A detailed analysis report was soon delivered to him.”

“The biggest impact would be that it would prevent Human Civilization from catching up quickly with the Contract Spirit Civilization, or even surpassing them.”

“That is, it would lengthen the growth period of Human Civilization.”

“And bring a series of subsequent adverse effects, such as the inability to impress the Star Spirit Civilization, as well as failing to quickly suppress the Contract Spirit Civilization, making the war between them intensify even further, to the point of becoming fierce.”

“Although these are all considerations in a worse direction, and possible outcomes, one can see how disgusting it is to encounter such a Fourth Civilization.”

“Then continue with the established plan.” Shen Hao narrowed his eyes, “Leave the matter of the Fourth Civilization to me.”

“That’s right, the established plan was originally for Shen Hao to personally handle the affairs of the Third and Fourth Civilizations.”

“Now that the Third Civilization has come to us on their own, there’s no need for Shen Hao to act, so naturally, the more challenging Fourth Civilization should also be handled by Shen Hao.”

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