Chapter 1072: Negotiations with the Terrami (1)

Yingzhou paused for a moment and added.

"Fifth, information strategy: The information obtained by the Terrami must be integrated into the Star Alliance's unified information management system.

They may know the Star Alliance's public information—our territory, legal framework, and trade requirements.

But sensitive information such as military deployments, internal conflicts, technical details, and political decision-making processes must be kept strictly confidential."

Yingzhou looked at Guilliman and continued.

"At the same time, you need to design an 'Information Feedback Mechanism'.

If the Terrami want information about the Xiuluo Holy Star Alliance, we will give them information, but not our core intelligence; rather, it will be filtered information that may guide their commercial decisions toward the interests of the Star Alliance.

If handled properly, we can indirectly influence the commercial flows and even the political attitudes of surrounding civilizations through them."

"I understand, Father."

Guilliman said solemnly.

"I will immediately assemble a cross-departmental team to formulate a detailed implementation plan. I will personally supervise the initial contact phase to ensure nothing goes wrong."

Yingzhou nodded and spoke.

"Now, go execute it, Guilliman.

Remember: The Terrami are a test case. If successful, the Star Alliance will gain a new strategic tool; if it fails, the losses will be limited to a controllable range."

Guilliman bowed again.

"As you command, Father. The Ultramarines will ensure the secure implementation of this new policy."

"By the way, Guilliman. When communicating with the Terrami, pay attention to their reactions to Horus's actions in the Ninth Star Sector.

If they mention it proactively, record their attitude and the depth of information they possess. This will help us assess what kind of image the Star Alliance's military actions have in the eyes of external observers."

"I will, Father."

The communication ended.

After disconnecting from Yingzhou, Guilliman gathered senior commanders of the Ultramarines, representatives from the Star Alliance Ministry of Foreign Affairs, legal experts, and intelligence analysts to form a temporary working group.

"According to the direct authorization of the Emperor, we will launch the 'Limited Contact Experimental Project'.

Goal: To establish a controlled trade and information exchange relationship with the Terrami Star Interstellar Merchants, under the premise of ensuring the absolute safety of the Star Alliance and the principle of Human supremacy."

Guilliman pulled up the detailed points instructed by Yingzhou.

"This is not a simple commercial exchange; this is a strategic experiment.

If successful, we will open a new window for the Star Alliance to observe the Bode Star System and influence surrounding civilizations.

If it fails, we can also limit the risk to a minimum."

"Now, break into groups to discuss the implementation plan. I want to see a detailed draft plan within twenty-four hours."

The sound of discussion rose in the Meeting Room.

Meanwhile, on the detained Terrami fleet, the Rainbow Liushu, Chief Trader Eloan was holding an internal meeting with their core team.

Eloan said.

"The Xiuluo Saint is more cautious than expected, but also more rational. They are not like some emerging civilizations that either fanatically expel all outsiders or naively open everything up. They are building a system—a system that has both openness and control."

A young Terrami trader asked.

"What does this mean, Chief? Are our chances high?"

Eloan analyzed.

"Opportunity and risk coexist. The risk is that we will operate under strict surveillance, and any overstepping of boundaries could lead to serious consequences.

Look at what they did to Saikeshan; that civilization has basically been dismantled and reorganized."

Speaking of this, Eloan changed the subject.

"But the opportunity lies in the fact that if we can become a 'Chartered Trading Partner' recognized by the Star Alliance, it is equivalent to obtaining a pass to enter a rapidly expanding empire.

Think about it: an emerging market with hundreds of worlds, trillions of people, and powerful industrial and military strength—how many trade opportunities can it generate?"

"Furthermore,"

Eloan pulled up the public data of the Star Alliance.

"This Human civilization has a clear tendency toward expansion. This means there will be more newly conquered worlds in the future, more goods that need to be traded, and more new rulers eager to understand information about the Xiuluo Holy Star Alliance.

If we can become their 'external information window', the value will be immeasurable."

"Then what should we do?"

"Follow their rules, demonstrate our value, and build trust—commercial trust. The first step is to provide a substantial 'package of sincerity'.

Take the intelligence we have on the surrounding Star Alliance, filter out the parts most valuable to the Xiuluo Holy Star Alliance, and present them proactively. Do not haggle; this is an investment."

"The second step is to strictly comply with all regulations within the Chartered Contact Zone-Alpha.

Let their Observer see that we truly only want to do business and have no hidden agenda."

"The third step is to offer some discounts in the initial transactions to build a foundation for long-term cooperation."

Eloan concluded.

"The Terrami have been able to be active in the Bode Star System for three thousand years not by force, but by adaptation.

Now, we must adapt to this newly risen Xiuluo Holy Star Alliance.

If they want controlled openness, we will be their window of controlled openness.

As long as the profit is sufficient, rules can be followed."

The team nodded one after another.

The area near the GC-7783 Star on the edge of the Seventh Star Sector was officially named the "Chartered Contact Zone-Alpha".

Guilliman chose this place as the location for negotiations with the Terrami.

Guilliman deployed a mobile space station. This was a multi-functional diplomatic and administrative platform equipped with complete meeting facilities, living quarters, security systems, and communication arrays.

The space station was painted in the deep blue of the Ultramarines, and the surface was decorated with the Star Alliance's Double-Headed Eagle emblem.

Stationed around the space station is a picket fleet composed of three Cruisers and eight Frigates, all belonging to the Ultramarines Legion.

Inside the main Meeting Room of the space station, Guilliman is wearing a set of deep blue Archon ceremonial robes, with golden tassels and eagle emblems on the shoulders.

Sitting to Guilliman's left are Xiusi Wolun, the Minister of the Star Alliance Diplomatic Department branch, Third Company Captain Severus, as well as two legal advisors and one Trade Representative.

On the other side of the long table in the Meeting Room are the seats reserved for the Terrami delegation.

The time points to the exact hour of the scheduled moment, and the door of the Meeting Room slides open.

The Terrami delegation walks in.

Walking at the very front is the Chief Trader Eloan.

Eloan is wearing a silver-gray robe today, with decorative patterns of Terrami script embroidered on the collar and cuffs.

"Lord Roboute Guilliman,"

Eloan speaks first, the voice converted into the Star Alliance common language through a translator on the collar.

"Thank you for arranging this meeting."