The Manning Empire has the fewest mines on the Papoli III, but it is actually the strongest among the major forces. With Morana acting as a liaison, several other parties were originally interested in the Unicorn.

, naturally would not refuse Bertram's invitation.

They thought that the "dinner" would be arranged at the base that the Unicorn had completely occupied, or on that wonderful ship, but what greeted them was a crystal palace that stood abruptly on the empty land, a crystal clear and bright ice palace.

In comparison, the beautiful three-masted ship parked next to it pales in comparison.

Even well-informed people will inevitably be shocked when they see it. It is not difficult to build a grand building overnight if you are well prepared, but this transparent building in front of them is brilliantly illuminated by countless lights.

The incomparable palace, it is said, "grew" by itself.

Beside the majestic gate of the palace are two huge sculptures, which are also crystal clear. On one side is a warrior wearing armor and holding a sword, and on the other side is a scholar with a calm face. When you step into the door, you are faced with a round fountain. The sculptures in the pool are a group of human figures.

Fish tail, a strange creature chasing and playing on the waves

, and the flourishing flowers and trees around the pool are perhaps even more incredible than this transparent palace - they seem to really grow directly from the ground, and have been growing for many years, lush and full of flowers... But this

No plants grow at all on the planet's soil.

Morana hesitated for a moment and took off her helmet.

Sure enough, although there was a bit of chill in the air, it was completely breathable. She couldn't help but take a deep breath. The fragrance of flowers floating in the wind, carrying the cold breath, penetrated straight into her heart and spleen, making her energetic.

She pulled off her gloves again and reached out to touch a snow-white light flower. The complex and tender petals trembled under her fingers. The wonderful touch was by no means an illusion.

"White Rose."

The white-haired captain came up to her with a smile, pinched a flower and brought it to her, "A flower that suits you very well."

Morana took the flower and laughed softly.

"You're not going to stop until we're so surprised that we lose the ability to speak, are you?" she said.

"I just hope that my guests can enjoy this wonderful evening to the fullest." Bertram replied, opening his arms enthusiastically towards her and the guests behind her who were taking off their helmets.

"Welcome, friends!" he said, "Welcome to Yao Xing Castle!"

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This was a night that the word "beautiful" can never be used to describe.

Although most of the people who will be stationed in this desolate and dangerous foreign land are not people of distinguished status, they are not ordinary people. Some of them have even seen the city of Brittan that was not destroyed before it was divided.

Miracle-like magnificence. In comparison, although this ice crystal palace is small, it is still an awe-inspiring miracle.

No one would be stupid enough to figure out how this miracle was created that night, but the name "Dazzling Star", together with the Unicorn, was deeply ingrained in their minds from then on.

It's scary...but also desirable.

They had to put away their last contempt and listen to the white-haired captain's regretful explanation of why the battle between them and the "smart people" started. They also had to look down at the representatives of the stone...

The people in the heart, using a small robot as a translator, complained about the various misunderstandings and injuries they suffered due to the "language barrier", and admitted that this strange race does have wisdom.

Bertram was even willing to leave it to them to communicate with these stone-hearted people - just interpret their "click-click" as a code.

Dada himself had not thought so much. Like the ice dragon, his abilities were all based on instinct... After all, no one had taught him to understand his own power. It was Arcee who keenly noticed during the conversation with Dada.

Dada was able to understand the Stone-Hearted Man's language because of his powerful computing power. After listening to the semi-intelligible communication between the dwarves and the Stone-Hearted Man, he immediately interpreted the corresponding parts of the two "languages".

rules.

After realizing this, it is not difficult to summarize the rules.

As Bertram had speculated before, a civilization that has developed to a certain level, at least on the surface, will never allow the existence of "slaves". Although the Click Star is not within the control of any force, as long as

They are recognized as intelligent creatures, and blatantly using them as slaves or tools becomes an illegal act that requires greater risks.

Bertram has repeatedly considered that the special abilities of the little guys are indeed rare, but with the technological level of this star field, there are not no other ways to replace them. After the "use cost" increased, forcibly enslaving the Stonehearts to find them

Whether ore veins are still cost-effective is a question worthy of hesitation.

Representatives of the Ring Alliance even immediately invited Clickstar to join the alliance. This alliance composed of many independent planets is indeed suitable for Clickstar, but Clickstar's location is closer to the territory of the Gadlite Empire.

It is a planet that is not as desolate as Papori III, and has some water sources, animals and plants, but in terms of useful resources, it is much poorer than Papori III. But if this planet has intelligent races,

Its meaning is completely different.

The Stonehearts who were suddenly being fought over for another reason looked at each other, but Bertram just stood aside and smiled without saying a word.

There are some things that he can help with, and there are some things that these little stone men can only face on their own.

From beginning to end of a dinner party, Bertram was more concerned about the problem of the Stonehearts. Even though he still had doubts, when Bertram said that they would leave this place soon and continue their friendly journey of exploration, everyone was surprised.

Most people can only admit that these outsiders may be pretentious, but they may also be genuine and "come for friendship and peace."

Even if they don't believe it, the strength shown by the Unicorn makes them believe it first.

When finally given a chance to be alone, Morana meaningfully repeated to Bertram: "For friendship and peace?"

Bertram sighed helplessly: "Is it so hard to believe?"

''Not really." Morana replied, "I don't know where your planet is, but it is undoubtedly very far away... After crossing such a long distance and coming to a completely unfamiliar star field, there is only 'friendship and peace'

Such an empty slogan without any practical purpose - if it were you, facing such an outsider, would you believe it so easily?"

Her frankness made Bertram no longer able to deal with it in a perfunctory manner. He pondered for a moment and answered her seriously: "In our world, on a beautiful island, there is such a song, 'Why does the boy set sail? He

I want to know if there are flowers blooming on the other side of the sea...Whether you believe it or not, we,

I really want to see how vast this sea of ​​nothingness is. Yes, during our journey, we have also discovered planets like Papori 3 that have no life but have precious resources.

, and planted our flag on the planet, and when we flew over Suga, we only exchanged one word with the Suga people.

Some plant seeds, some books and knowledge, although our power is far greater than theirs - we do not want nothing, but we will never get it by plundering and usurping. Compared with expanding our territory, we

What we want to expand even more is our horizons... That is enough to make us stronger. If not

We received a signal for help, and we had no intention of getting involved in any fights, but when we found the enslaved Stonehearts, we couldn't turn a blind eye. I don't know your civilization, but I believe that it can develop to a certain extent.

The standard of right and wrong will never be too different...and we are just trying to do the right thing, and at the same time..."

He smiled and raised his glass to Morana: "Work hard to ensure our own safety."

He seemed to admit something, but he seemed to admit nothing.

Morana was silent for a long time, and spoke with a hint of regret: "It might be better if you could come here earlier... before the Brittans declined... The Brittans at that time were also like you.

Courage and broad-mindedness—the courage and broad-mindedness that can only be cultivated by a civilization that is strong and confident enough. You will definitely be warmly welcomed, not robbed and deceived."

Bertram took another look at her. He already knew what the Brittans looked like - very similar to humans, or more like elves, with very delicate facial features and pointed ears, but with more kinds of skin colors, but

The eyes are larger and narrower, the pupils are so big that the whites of the eyes are almost invisible, and the corners of the eyes are slanted upward.

Just like the woman in front of him.

Morana may not be a pure Breton, but she undoubtedly has Breton blood. No wonder she has such a sigh.

"...There will always be new glories." Bertram answered her, "We may have missed one, but we may not be unable to witness the other."

Morana raised her hand and touched the white rose inserted in her ear, laughed softly, turned her fingers, and took out a small, silver coin-like metal piece from somewhere, and stuffed it into Bertram's hand.

The exquisite collar is covered with silver stars.

"If you go to Brasilia one day," she said, "bring this to any immigration officer at the star port."

She winked at him and patted his chest: "I'm looking forward to our next meeting."

After she left, Bertram took out the piece of metal - he suspected that it was a coin, or something like a commemorative coin with special significance. It was light gold, very regular hexagonal, with one side

There are coordinates and a map. It seems to be Brassia, the center of the Manning Empire today. On the other side is a half-profile of a Brittan.

"...'I'm looking forward to our next meeting.'"

Giselle floated to his side at some point and faintly said this sentence.

"I think we finally got a friendly invitation!" Bertram grinned as he pinched the silver coins, "Although it doesn't seem very formal..."

Giselle looked at him coldly for a while, then drifted away without saying a word.

Bertram, who received no response, was at a loss - isn't this good news?

A few steps away, Tess, who quietly watched this scene, sighed quietly.

Even stones can open the mind, so why can't the captain, who doesn't look stupid, always have the ability to open the mind?
Chapter completed!