Chapter 216: Want Human Faith?

Soon, a silver-white spaceship appeared ten thousand li beyond the Shenlong; its size was not large, just over two hundred meters long.

But no one in the human leadership would underestimate it.

Shortly thereafter, the two sides established a connection.

Inside the virtual reception hall, a beam of light appeared.

It was a humanoid creature suffused with soft holy light, its back unfurling a pair of iridescent wings.

Its features were flawless, gender indistinguishable.

Angel?

This was the only word that could appear in everyone's mind when the human leadership saw that image.

"Hello, friend from the Human Federal."

"I am the envoy of the Star Sea Divine Church Civilization—Ka En Ti."

Xi Ge's smile was just right: "Esteemed Envoy Ka En Ti, hello! I am Xi Ge, the diplomatic spokesperson of the Human Federal."

"We feel honored by your civilization's arrival, and... also surprised."

"\"Surprise is inevitable. \" Ka En Ti gave a slight nod, his movements graceful and composed."

"\"This world is marvelous, always resonating at critical junctures. We came precisely because we sensed your situation, following that unyielding will. \""

"His gaze seemed to pierce the virtual space, seeing every person in the Command Center."

"\"You have just clashed with the Silicon-based Union's Cleaners; this is a struggle where the weak overcome the strong. \""

Those words made Luo Rui Xiang and others' hearts tighten suddenly.

The other side knows this all too clearly.

This indicates they may have been observing here for a long time.

"\"Yes. \""

Xi Ge did not deny it, and such a thing cannot be denied.

"\"We are merely defending our homeland; we cannot accept the Silicon-based Union's demands. \""

"\"We understand. \""

Ka En Ti's voice carried a hint of approval: "\"The Silicon-based Union, those cold logical constructs, are destroyers of cosmic harmony. \""

"\"They worship pure matter and data, attempting to erase every spark of emotion and soul; they are the universe's heretics. \""

"\"Since its inception, the Star Sea Divine Church Civilization has taken it upon itself to uphold cosmic harmony and spread the 【Universal Truth】; our war with the Silicon-based Union has lasted tens of thousands of years. \""

He finally got to the point.

"\"We have seen your potential, and the yearning for freedom within your civilization. We do not wish to see such a beautiful spark extinguished by mechanical ice. \""

Ka Si Ti Er spread his arms, the light wings behind him blazing ever brighter.

"\"So we have come! We are willing to provide aid to the Human Federal. \""

"\"Including but not limited to, more advanced space technology data and energy block manufacturing technology, sufficient strategic material to support you in a prolonged war, \""

"\"and, when necessary, the Star Sea Divine Church Civilization's sanctuary fleet can also provide you with direct military protection. \""

The terms are so favorable as to be unbelievable.

This is no longer just sending charcoal in the snow; it's practically giving you free labor!

Inside the Command Center, aside from Qin Hao and a few other core figures, some people's faces showed uncontainable excitement.

With this aid, let alone three years, they are confident they can go toe-to-toe with the Silicon-based Union's main fleet!

However, Xi Ge's expression grew increasingly cautious.

He maintained a modest smile:

"\"Envoy Ka En Ti, your generosity leaves us overwhelmed with gratitude. \""

"\"The Human Federal is merely a young civilization just out of its cradle; what merit do we have to earn such favor from the great Star Sea Divine Church? \""

"\"We seek no repayment. \""

Ka En Ti replied:

"\"We only hope to form the strongest alliance with all civilizations that love peace and aspire to harmony, jointly opposing those cold heretics. \""

"\"Of course, \""

Xi Ge shifted his tone, becoming more cunning: "\"The Human Federal has always adhered to the principle of equal exchange. We are not accustomed to accepting gifts for free; that would make us uneasy. \""

"\"We would rather contribute to this great endeavor in whatever way we can. \""

He skillfully replaced \"accepting aid\" with \"equal cooperation. \""

This is a probe, and also a declaration of humanity's bottom line—we are allies, not vassals.

On Ka Si Ti Er's perfect visage, a hint of change appeared for the first time.

It was an emotion akin to relief.

"\"Excellent! Possessing an independent, autonomous soul is a civilization's true precious wealth. \""

Its voice also underwent a subtle change, becoming more grandiose and imbued with a sacred influence.

"\"What you can offer is neither material nor labor, but a heart willing to listen to truth. \""

"\"What the Star Sea Divine Church believes in is the ultimate harmony of the cosmos. Every civilization, every independent individual, \""

"\"can, under the radiance of the Universal Truth, find their place and attain eternal tranquility and joy. \""

"\"What we spread is the gospel, the ultimate answer that lets all carbon-based life escape conflict, suffering, and confusion. \""

"\"We hope that, while opposing heresy, you can also accept this gift from the cosmic source, bathe in the light of truth, and become a true member of our harmonious family. \""

His tone was full of temptation.

However, the atmosphere in the Command Center instantly plummeted to freezing point.

Nobody is a fool.

The meaning of these words is already as obvious as it gets.

Proselytizing.

Faith Assimilation!

This is more terrifying than the Silicon-based Union's naked plunder!

That is to eradicate the concept of "humanity" at its root, turning everyone into believers of their "truth"!

At that moment, in the private communication channel of Luo Lao, Zhang Xianzhong, and others, they simultaneously received a short message from Qin Hao.

"Their power's core is faith infiltration. That kind of universal truth is a more advanced method,

Once accepted, thinking and cognition will be permanently distorted and assimilated.

Compared to violent invasion and spiritual pollution, it is harder to defend against and more thorough."

Luo Lao broke out in a cold sweat on his back.

This is no longer inviting a wolf into the house; it's inviting a god in, and moreover, it's a god who will suck out your soul and replace it with his own.

He glanced at Qin Hao, and Qin Hao calmly looked back, but the meaning was clear: the decision is in your hands.

One wants your life, the other wants your soul.

The Human Federal is caught between two primordial giant beasts.

Luo Lao, Zhang Xianzhong, Zhou Shaoqing, and others quickly exchanged opinions.

No retreat possible.

They cannot afford to wait three years.

The only way to survive is to squeeze every usable resource from the gap between those two giant beasts and carve out our own path!

In the virtual reception room, Ge Ge's face showed just the right mix of anticipation and caution.

"We are filled with curiosity and awe for the universal truth you described. But as you said, a civilization's independence is our most precious wealth."

"Our people need time to understand and accept this great gospel."

"However, as allies, we are willing to first show our sincerity."

Ge Ge kicked the ball back.

"We can open to you part of our research data on matter-energy conversion as a testament to our friendship."

"At the same time, we also hope to prioritize obtaining your technical data on space technology."

"You know, this could greatly reduce unnecessary casualties for our soldiers when fighting heretics."

This is the answer given by the Human Federal.

We can make a deal with you.

But you want our faith?

No discussion.

Kaenti calmly looked at Ge Ge, his eyes flowing with Holy Light showing no joy or anger.

After a long while, it slowly nodded.

"Yes. The light of truth needs patience to shine on every corner."

"The agreement is reached; the relevant technical data will be sent to your data center within an hour. We look forward to seeing your sincerity."

After saying that, Kaenti's figure turned into specks of light and dissipated in the virtual reception room.

Communication cut off.

Ge Ge let out a long sigh of turbid air, his whole body relaxing.