Ultimately, both sides chose to temporarily set aside the issue of the cosmic stargate. However, the only issue that was set aside was whose technology the stargate would use. As for the management of the cosmic stargate, Zhao Chen said that one side would manage the other.

Zhao Chen then spoke first: "The remaining issue concerns the management and garrisoning of your country's military fleet in our Xiaolong Empire."

Considering that your support this time consists of five million interstellar warships.

We will provide five military bases for your fleet to be stationed, and we will provide at least T5-level stargates, starports and other military facilities to ensure the presence of your interstellar fleet.

However, the jurisdiction over these stargates and starports still belongs to us.

However, we can guarantee that during this period we will unconditionally ensure the normal needs of your starship.

However, similarly, without our permission.

During non-war periods, your starfleet is not permitted to leave the area designated by us.

Zhao Chen paused here, then continued, "And during the war period..."

We will plan the areas affected by the war, and in those areas, we will plan another war zone.

Similarly, your starships are only permitted to operate within the war zone and are not allowed to leave the war zone without permission.

Furthermore, no one is permitted to forcibly take over our starports, stargates, or any military or civilian interstellar facilities without authorization, and even less so to land on any planet.

When Zhao Chen said these words, his tone was unquestionable.

"You can't do this, you can't do that."

"It seems your country doesn't need any reinforcements at all," the Elf King Kaguya said coldly.

Zhao Chen sat in his seat, leaning back in his chair, and said calmly, "Here, I will repeat it one last time."

This is not a one-sided request for help; it is a war alliance between our two sides.

Of course, this is not mandatory.

If you are unwilling, then forget it.

Zhao Chen shrugged, looking nonchalant: "If needed, I can give you some more time to discuss this."

Or perhaps we could have outsiders discuss this issue further.

The Elf Kings fell silent for a moment.

They must have already discussed these issues beforehand.

These issues cannot be left to the high-level parliament and the JF-17 mission for discussion; otherwise, it would probably take a whole day and night to reach an agreement.

“Alright.” The Radiant Elf King looked at Zhao Chen and said with a slight smile, “After these two days of contact, I believe that the Dragon Emperor is a good ally.”

Zhao Chen's lips curled up slightly.

Xu Yan, as expected of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Empire, made these processes virtually identical to her private conversations with me.

"Now that everyone has made up their minds..."

"When will we conclude the agreement?" Zhao Chen asked, shrugging.

"This requires some preparation."

"Let's do it tomorrow," said the Radiant Elf King.

"No problem." Zhao Chen nodded.

Time was of utmost importance to Zhao Chen, and he naturally did not want to waste any more time here. He was in a hurry to get back to the Xiaolong Empire.

The technological research there needs him, and the ever-present threat of devouring civilizations also requires him to be there to oversee it.

"May I ask, when will we be able to see your country's inter-space travel stargate technology?" the Emerald Elf King inquired with interest.

After this period of contact, Zhao Chen realized that although the Emerald Elf King seemed aloof, he had not actually touched his weak spot.

His seven inches probably refer to various technological advancements.

The 'Water Dragon Gate' inter-universe travel technology currently used by the Holy Elf Empire was actually researched and led by him.

He is very passionate about scientific research, especially plant science.

"Within seven days," Zhao Chen said confidently.

"Haha, none of that matters."

"Then, if nothing unexpected happens, Your Majesty Emperor Xiaolong, we will be allies from now on." The Radiant Elf King smiled and gave Zhao Chen an elven salute.

Zhao Chen returned the courtesy: "We will face the enemy with our naval guns, and we will treat our friends with fine wine and delicacies."

If you have the opportunity in the future, you are all welcome to visit our Dragon Empire; you are sure to gain something from it.

The intention to form an alliance has been basically agreed upon. The next step is to hand it over to the High Council and the JF-17 diplomatic department to finalize all the terms and conditions into an agreement.

Although some might say that what is written in black and white is not necessarily effective.

This thing may not always work 100%, but sometimes having it makes things seem natural and gives you the upper hand.

After that, Zhao Chen had dinner with several Elf Kings and chatted about various things.

Taking this opportunity, Zhao Chen also expressed his desire to explore the Holy Elf Empire in the next few days and appreciate its culture and technology.

The Radiant Elf King readily agreed, allowing Gladys to continue accompanying Zhao Chen.

In addition, Zhao Chen also expressed his hope to bring back some specialties from the Holy Elf Empire.

For example, the seeds of some plant fruits from the Holy Elf Empire, which the Radiant Elf King readily agreed to.

They even proudly and generously gave away quite a lot.

They probably thought that Zhao Chen, this outsider, really liked the fruits and crops of their Holy Elf Empire.

In addition, Zhao Chen also proposed purchasing some military equipment and industrial products from the Holy Elf Empire.

The Radiant Elf King did not immediately agree to this.

However, after that, he still fulfilled some of Zhao Chen's requests.

For example, regarding the procurement of interstellar warships, Zhao Chen is permitted to purchase some T4 and all interstellar warships below T3 level.

Although T4, and especially T3 and below, interstellar warships have basically been phased out of active service by the Dragon Empire.

But Zhao Chen wanted several interstellar warships from the Holy Elf Empire, not for his own use.

I just want to learn about the technology of the Holy Elf Empire.

Although the most advanced technology and equipment could not be obtained, the T4 and T3 level technology and equipment and interstellar warships still allowed us to glean some of the Holy Elf Empire's technological theories.

After all, interstellar civilizations like the Holy Elf Empire, which developed through conventional means, have been constantly improving their technologies. Their design philosophies can be gleaned from their earliest technological products.

This is also a learning opportunity for the scientists and researchers of the Dragon Empire.

Following that, the High Council of the Holy Elf Empire and the delegation of the Wraith Dragon Empire quickly finalized almost all the details of the alliance.

The discussions with Zhao Chen and the other Elf Kings were essentially the same; all that remained was the timing of the signing.

"Thank you for your hard work these past few days."

"These are ingredients specially brought from our own interstellar warships." Zhao Chen looked at the members of the diplomatic mission in front of him, as well as the Leopard Woman's personal guard squad.

Zhao Chen specially asked Gladys for a small treasure chest, and then the chef on their own interstellar warship cooked the food.

Knowing that the two sides were about to form an alliance, they were very lenient with the request. Gladys made a few arrangements °• N o v e l i g h t •° and there was the hot food in front of Zhao Chen and the others.

"Mmm, this is so delicious."

"I've been eating all that grass, flowers, and fruit here these past two days, I've almost forgotten what meat tastes like." The leopard woman couldn't hold back any longer and picked up a chicken leg from the table and started gnawing on it.

The longer they followed Emperor Zhao Chen, the clearer everyone became of how kind and approachable he was.

Therefore, apart from being in front of outsiders, they also tend to relax more when they get together on their own.

Not only the leopard woman, but even the members of the Xiaolong diplomatic mission had satisfied smiles on their faces as they ate the food.

This is because the food of the Holy Elf Empire, although novel and special, is fine to eat occasionally.

But I still can't stand eating it continuously.

"For the Empire, for His Majesty."

"This is what our Imperial Ministry of Foreign Affairs should do." Minister Xu Yan, holding a wine glass, said to his colleagues in the diplomatic department, "This glass is for His Majesty."

Thank you, Your Majesty, for giving our Imperial Ministry of Foreign Affairs such a platform to demonstrate our capabilities.

Otherwise, we'd really be stuck in this mess at the Imperial Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

"Respectfully, Your Majesty!"

"Your Majesty," the other diplomats echoed.

Everyone drank to celebrate.

Zhao Chen put down his empty wine glass and looked at Minister Xu Yan: "According to the agreed time, the alliance agreement will be signed in three days."

There is a clause in the agreement.

It means that both sides will send diplomatic personnel to each other and establish an embassy in each other's political centers.

This is something you, Xu Yan, will personally be responsible for.

"You can choose who to send."

After a pause, Zhao Chen's expression turned serious as he looked at the leopard woman beside him.

The leopard woman made a no-questions-asked gesture, indicating that all possible eavesdropping had been blocked in the room.

"Xu Yan, although we are now allied with the Holy Elf Empire."

But no one can predict what will happen tomorrow.

Therefore, you need to make it clear to the personnel you send to the Holy Elf Empire's embassy that anything could happen while they are stationed there.

It even directly threatens their personal safety.

Minister Xu Yan said solemnly, "Your Majesty, please rest assured, I will arrange this matter properly."

As for the safety of personnel, Your Majesty need not worry.

Everyone in our Imperial Ministry of Foreign Affairs is well aware of this responsibility.

This is our battlefield, and where there is a battlefield, there will be sacrifices.

Therefore, we are all prepared to sacrifice ourselves for the Empire!

Zhao Chen looked at Minister Xu Yan and the other members of the Imperial Ministry of Foreign Affairs and nodded with satisfaction.

Minister Xu Yan stood in front of Zhao Chen and whispered, "Your Majesty, about the technology for constructing the cosmic stargate."

The Elf King on the other side requests that you provide relevant technology regarding our cosmic stargate.

Is there... a problem with this?

Minister Xu Yan looked at His Majesty with some concern.

Because, based on the intelligence she possessed, she knew that the Dragon Empire did indeed lack the technology in this area.

But before that, His Majesty the Emperor reassured her.

Now that the enemy's Elf King has realized this, if they can't hand over the Stargate technology, then there will really be a problem.

At the very least, the terms regarding the cosmic stargate will be changed.

"Don't worry, I can handle this." Zhao Chen said confidently with a slight smile, "Just enjoy this banquet tonight."

Not much was prepared.

"Once we return to the Dragon Empire, I will throw you a victory celebration banquet."

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

...

The day before the alliance agreement is signed.

Zhao Chen met with several Elf Kings again, but this time only three Elf Kings were present.

The Radiant Elf King, the Emerald Elf King, and the Blazing Elf King.

The other two Elf Kings did not appear.

They probably don't care about what happened at this meeting.

"Your Majesty Emperor Xiaolong, you promised to let us take a look at your country's inter-space travel stargate technology." The Emerald Elf King stared at Zhao Chen.

"certainly."

Zhao Chen took out a device that looked like a CD, placed it on the table, and lightly pressed a button on it.

Then, electronic screens appeared one after another, displaying strings of text that seemed to be very profound technologies.

The Emerald Elf King immediately began to examine the items, even going so far as to use his hands to access electronic screens, repeatedly viewing them and clicking on sub-items.

The Flame Elf King only glanced at it and then looked away.

She only has a superficial understanding of science and technology.

She might be interested in interstellar warship technology, but she had little interest in this particular area.

The Radiant Elf King then pushed a cup of tea over to Zhao Chen and started chatting with him.

About half an hour later.

The Emerald Elf King frowned and looked up at Zhao Chen: "Your Majesty Emperor Xiaolong, why is there no core technology among these technologies?"

Zhao Chen smiled slightly and looked at the Emerald Elf King: "Your Excellency Emerald Elf King, your question is a bit abrupt."

The T6 inter-universe permanent stargate technology is a top-tier core technology for both your Holy Elf Empire and our Wraith Dragon Empire.

I am only showing you the framework of this technology because of our alliance.

But if you want to see our core content, isn't that going a bit overboard?

Zhao Chen's words gradually turned cold, and the smile on his face gradually disappeared.

"Or are you willing to open up your 'Water Dragon Gate' technology, as well as all the core technologies of your T6 interstellar warships, to me?"

Upon hearing this, the Emerald Elf King paused in surprise.

That's definitely the truth.

"Your Majesty Emperor Xiaolong, please do not be angry."

That's just how Mansfield is; he's always been particularly interested in technology.

He was probably a little too engrossed in watching.

"Don't be offended, don't be offended." The Radiant Elf King immediately stepped forward to mediate.

"But...we can't see the core technology...we don't know what his technology is..." The Emerald Elf King was clearly getting anxious.

"First, I have a question for Your Excellency the Emerald Elf King."

"Are there problems with these frameworks?" Zhao Chen asked rhetorically.

The Emerald Elf King paused for a moment, then said, "So far, it seems there are no problems."

"Okay, since there's no problem with the framework."

So what's left is the core technology.

If you still have doubts.

"Then you can use our Dragon Empire's inter-universe stargate technology; we don't mind." Zhao Chen said with a slight smile.

But when the Radiant Elf King heard this, his expression changed slightly.

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