More than a month has passed, and the multinational cooperative exploration operation that has been negotiated for a long time is about to officially begin.
The Setar Empire, the Canaanite Moorish Federation and the Cangtian Royal Court are close neighbors, and they are also old friends who have often had minor frictions in history. Therefore, when other forces in Terra learned that these three countries would join forces for a relic of a pre-era civilization, they Everyone understands that this matter must be huge.
They definitely found something extremely dangerous but also extremely valuable in it. In fact, this is indeed the case.
The central biological laboratory of the pre-era civilization, this kind of goal was enough to start a world war four hundred years ago... In fact, now, the value of the Alien Civilization Research Institute is enough to start several wars.
The reason why there was no real fight was precisely because of the alliance of the three countries.
Regardless of the strength of the Three Kingdoms, their geographical location spans the center of the entire Terra Continent, and the location of the ruins is exactly in the center of the Three Kingdoms. As long as there is no internal strife and civil war in the Three Kingdoms, it is impossible for any force to seize the ruins by force.
Of course, more importantly, even the Three Kingdoms Alliance, which has this advantage, has no intention of going it alone.
All Terran forces who are interested in participating can send their own exploration teams to explore the ruins of this pre-era civilization together. As evidenced by the conventions of the four orthodox religions, they will ensure the safety of all those who explore the ruins and all past grudges. All are temporarily written off.
[The ruins of pre-era civilizations are the common property of all countries in Terra and are by no means exclusive to us]
In an official speech, the spokesperson of the empire, Earl Chongming, who has royal blood, said righteously: [In order to prevent the ruins from being damaged, to avoid missing key facilities and technologies, and to better deal with the dangers in the ruins, we believe that Multi-country cooperation and joint sharing are the most reasonable development methods]
Although everyone knows that in this exploration, the three countries will jointly take the big head, and others will take the small head. But given the chance to get into it, who knows the final result?
What's more, the Three Kingdoms Alliance is not monolithic in the first place... Not to mention that Canaan Moore only ceased war with the Cangtian Royal Court a few years ago. The empire and the Cangtian Royal Court have been feuding for a long time. No one believes that they will stop for the sake of a relic. They will definitely give each other a stumbling block.
And that's the opportunity for them, the invitees.
In addition to the countries of Terra, independent forces such as Dragon Island, the Four Orthodox Churches, Far Sword Port and the Fairies of Falling Star City have also sent envoys... As the first discoverer of this ruins, the Dragon Worship Cult naturally also in.
"Ian, you can go under any identity you want."
Xia Hui led, in the study room of the Lord's Mansion, Elder Manya took a sip of scented tea and said calmly: "It doesn't matter whether you use your identity as the host of the Nanling Dragon Worship Sect or as a specially invited researcher of the Alchemy Association...anyway Your very existence represents our Dragon Worship Cult."
"Lord Baron, I'm just here to send you a notice. I can't make a decision."
An elite instructor from the Imperial Royal Alchemy Association sat aside with a wry smile. He held a teacup in his hand but did not take a sip: "We all know your identity, but Master Gosei has reserved a place for you... No matter which identity you plan to use to go there, we will register it."
Facing the third-level Elder Manya, and Ian, who is stronger than him in terms of status and research ability, this elite alchemist who will receive the greatest respect everywhere can only use respectful words in every sentence. Honorific: "Master Gesai asked me to bring you a message - he said that this opportunity is rare and he must pass it no matter what. The territory can be developed in the future, but if the relics of the civilization of the previous era are not removed, it will really be gone."
After he finished speaking, he just sat aside, not daring to say anything. "That's it..."
Ian nodded slightly, he understood the current situation.
At this point, with Ian's identity, it is of course impossible for two parties to invite him and threaten him to join a certain party - whether it is the Empire or the Dragon Worship Cult, they will do whatever he wants, and he will do whatever he wants. This is a promising genius. The advantages.
But the reason why they still want Ian to give an answer is because of the quota.
How many exploration team members can be sent by various countries and major forces?
As for the quota, if Ian goes there as a member of the Dragon Worship Cult, the empire will have an extra quota, and vice versa.
And with one more person, it is more likely to gain something in the ruins, not to mention that there must be mountains within the empire, and the competition in this area must be quite fierce.
However, it cannot be said that both parties want Ian to go there as the opposite party - with Ian's talent and demonstrated ability, he alone can surpass ten elite researchers in the general sense.
"I went there as a member of the Dragon Worship Cult.
After thinking for a while, Ian said to the envoy of the Alchemy Association on the side: "But remember to prepare a copy of the association's internal communication equipment for me. Even if you are a member of the Dragon Worship Cult, in the final analysis, you are still a member of the Empire.
"I will convey your choice to the master.
The messenger breathed a sigh of relief. Of course, he didn't care which side Ian chose. The main reason was that sitting with Elder Manya made him feel a little anxious: "Then I'll take my leave first."
"I never thought you would choose the identity of the Dragon Worship Cult."
Watching the envoy leave, Elder Manya turned his head and said with some surprise: "The exploration team on the empire's side is more formal and more likely to make great discoveries - but on our side, having already received the inheritance of the Dragon God, In fact, there is not much demand for relics.”
"Even if there are really descendants of the Steel-selling Dragon, we don't need to be harmed now. Rather, now that you are the messenger of the Dragon God, we don't need a "son of the dragon" who can snatch your authority."
Elder Manya said with some emotion. Who would have thought that a year ago, the person who wanted to find the heir of Steel-Belging Dragon the most was him?
It's just that times have changed, and with Ian, who is almost a perfect messenger of the Dragon God, no one can do better than him unless the Steel-Destroying Dragon is resurrected.
Especially for the mountain people, everything Ian has done in the past year has actually helped the development of the mountain people. Among other things, the development of the pioneer area in the northwest swamp is booming, and the new gathering place inside has been used. There are many new technologies, and quite a few mountain tribes are already interested in them and want to introduce various technologies including agricultural buildings and new fertilizers.
To be honest, Elder Manya even considered the plan of "giving up exploring the Alien Research Institute".
Now the eyes of all the countries in Terra are on Canaan Moore, which is a good opportunity for the mountain people to develop and recuperate. But the King of the Mountain is very interested in the Alien Research Institute and will go there as one of the representatives of Dragon Island. When the time comes, he will also join forces with the Dragon Worship Cult in Nanling.
"I definitely have to go. Such a huge ruin is really a bit unbearable."
In this regard, there is no way for Ian to tell Elder Manya, "I have the authority of the director of this institute," right? Not doing any of these is really a bit too stable.
The reason why he wanted to go to the Xenogeneic Research Institute as a member of the Yibai Dragon Cult was to avoid the official gaze of the empire. The last time he was in Avak, it felt too uncomfortable to be stared at by the second prince the whole time. Ian I still prefer to act alone.
"and.
Ian raised his left hand, and a bright cyan electric current flashed. The young man smiled and said: "In fact, there is nothing in the territory that requires me to take charge of personally.
With the popularity of artificial souls, Ian and Adbot observed it for more than a month and determined that their new version of the artificial soul was very stable, even better than Archduke Thorin's version. This good news made the Dead Lord researcher happy I couldn't help but sing a song. Not to mention, it was pretty good. Ian didn't expect that Adalbert was quite artistic.
As for him, there are no surprises. After all, he has predicted dozens of times. If there is a problem with this, it can only prove that there is something wrong with Ian's ability to predict.
Even if something goes wrong next, Adalbert can definitely handle it.
At the training camp, there was also Qingchao watching. At present, the difficulty of the meditation method is not high. The only difficulty is to calm down... As long as you can calm down and build the soul structure wholeheartedly, even if No matter how stupid you are, you can learn meditation.
The only difference is that a smart person may achieve greatness in a few months, while a stupid person needs ten years... But being able to practice is better than not being able to practice. As for the gap between geniuses and stupid people... Well, that's not the case either
energy to solve it.
Anyway, as long as the soul can be reconstructed, the talent can be optimized, and even an idiot can become a talent... He will only start ten years late at most.
In addition, Scott also received the second batch of funds from the Firestone Group - Ian took the time some time ago to hand over the papers and experimental plating materials he had prepared long ago, and the Firestone Group Obviously very satisfied.
The battlefield in the Western Province is in full swing, and they need this secret weapon to surprise Feiyandi!
The plan is progressing steadily, and the capital flow has returned to health. Not to mention that with the end of spring plowing, the agricultural building in Xiahuiling has begun to produce the third batch of fruits and vegetables, and the growth of Xiahui grass is also very good, and it is expected to be harvested in July or August. A batch.
At that time, Xiahui Ling could be self-sufficient even without the financial support of Firestone Group! "If this is your judgment, then I naturally agree."
Standing up slowly, Elder Manya frowned slightly: "It's just that the two leaders of the mountain people cannot leave Nanling. Since you want to go as the Dragon Worship Cult, I can't leave... In this way, it's just right for the mountains to The king is also going to Canaan Moore, ask Xiou if he is willing to go there."
"It would be safer if He is willing to have a third level follow him."
--Xio protect me? I can barely protect Him.
Ian sighed in his heart. Although Elder Manya knew that Ian had a light body and was not at the normal second level, he never expected that Ian's real strength could surpass the third level True Dragon - but this was not the case. Not a bad thing.
Even Elder Manya couldn't think of it, and others certainly couldn't think of it either.
Not to mention...Xio's prosthetic body.
Thinking of Xio's prosthetic appearance, the young man's heart moved slightly. He had an idea, so he nodded and said: "Indeed, many things will be much easier with him following you."
"I'll ask Xio."
"Ruins? Great! I want to go!"
This was Xio's reply. When he heard Ian inviting him to explore the Alien Research Institute, the true dragon immediately cheered: "I can finally leave Nanling! Let's go to Canaan Moore!"
"Last time, Anfa came to Nanling and we entertained her. This time I will definitely go there to eat and drink so that she can entertain us well!"
Saying this, Xio swallowed and murmured to himself: "Anfa and I have made so many elven cakes and delicacies, and every time she posts photos to tantalize me. If she doesn't prepare everything for me this time, , make me satisfied... I will eat all these flavors in her dream!"
As the Dragon of the Void Realm, Xiou really has this ability - he can sneak into other people's dreams and swallow related feelings and memories... If Anfa is really eaten by Xiou, his perception of pastries will finally be lost. I won't be able to taste anything for at least a week.
"Calm down a little."
Ian raised his eyebrows slightly. In Terra's language, he and she were not only written differently, but also had certain pronunciations. Xio didn't notice it, but some key information had been exposed.
It wasn't a big problem, he had already guessed it.
However, seeing Xio looking so happy, Ian couldn't help but want to tease him: "Do I need to ask the King of the Mountain? Although it is just exploring the ruins, there is no danger in theory, and there are also fourths from various countries. A powerful person is in charge...but I still need to ask your mother, right?"
"...I have grown up and become independent! I have moved out alone, so there is no need to ask about this kind of thing!"
Xio was stunned for a moment, then immediately shook his head like a rattle and refused: "Even if I want to say it, I have to go to Canaan Moor - even if He doesn't let me go, I still want to go to the elves to play!"
"OK."
Ian couldn't help but laugh. He understood Xiou's excitement and desire. After all, a deformed dragon who had been imprisoned in Nanling for many years because of his physical disability would definitely want to play around after recovering his body. How could the King of the Mountain not understand him? What do children think?
The Manya Elders came to give him advice and asked him to ask Xiou if he wanted to go there. This was probably the result of the Mountain King's special instructions.
Now that the decision has been made, the next step is preparation.
Ian called him
The leadership team in the territory informed them that they were about to go to Canaan Moore to participate in the exploration of ancient ruins, and gave instructions on the key points of the territory's work in the next one or two months.
This is not a particularly big deal. It is impossible to expect all the nobles to stay in their own territories and not move. Lords traveling around the continent and barbaric development of their territories are not a problem in Terra, as long as they remember to come back. That’s it.
On the morning of May 25, Terra 774, after Ian perfected the energy supply route for the 'Ley Vein Source Furnace Heart' on his chest, the Iron Herald's completion rate officially exceeded 60%.
At this point, Ian can be regarded as the official "third energy level". He has both the power of the third energy level and the mind of the third energy level, and his mental body is also extremely strong.
On the afternoon of May 25, Ian, who had prepared everything, set off from Xiahui Ling and headed for Nauman City. There a large ship from Canaan Moor was waiting for him.
