Chapter 1661: Space Military Alliance
The second principle is the principle of consultation. If conflicts arise among member states or if there are disagreements on a certain foreign policy issue, they must accept the coordination of the alliance and, while taking into account the interests of all member states, the minority shall submit to the majority.
The third point is similar to the first point and is a supplement to the first point.
The member states of the alliance must jointly defend against external threats; at the same time, each member state must develop its own military forces, and each member state has its own minimum military strength standard based on its comprehensive strength.
This is to prevent some weaker member states from abandoning their military development and relying entirely on the protection of major powers, since they have already joined this cosmic alliance organization and have the protection of the big brother anyway.
However, it is worth noting that some weaker member states do not have the capability to develop their own weapons and equipment.
Therefore, these weaker member states can purchase weapons and equipment from major powers through leasing or purchasing to build their own armed forces.
After the Holy Elf Empire issued this joint proposal, the Wraith Dragon Interstellar Empire was the first to respond.
Subsequently, many weak interstellar civilizations and empires also participated.
It was actually the mid-level interstellar civilizations with the potential for development that opposed this proposal.
Because they possess a certain level of military strength and have development potential.
They all had ideas about external military expansion.
Now that they have this cosmic alliance organization, it means they can no longer expand outwards.
They were naturally not very willing.
However, now both of the two giants, the Dragon Star Empire and the Holy Elf Empire, have joined this military alliance.
In terms of sheer power, if these two interstellar civilizations were to merge, experts have calculated that the combined military strength of all known cosmic civilizations would not be a match for their combined forces.
So, even if you're unwilling.
Those mid-level interstellar civilizations gradually joined in as well.
After all, if you don't join such an alliance, you're essentially an 'external force,' and over time you might become an excluded entity.
Gradually, this military alliance organization also included almost all interstellar civilizations.
For this reason, the Flame Elf King Salam also took the time to visit the Wraith Dragon Interstellar Empire.
"I'm really exhausted these days."
I never expected that Onyne, who is usually so quiet, would actually pull off something so big this time.
"And that Conqueror Civilization, he didn't even tell us about it before." Saloman sat down in front of Zhao Chen, eating snacks and chatting like an old friend.
Zhao Chen smiled and said, "After all, there was no reliable intelligence before, so telling you would only cause you more trouble."
"You're right about that, but you know what?"
That Onyons is really going too far; he was the one who suggested this.
Now look what's happened; I'm the one who's been running around like crazy trying to figure this out.
Contact with various parties and sign agreements.
OMG.
"I've met more interstellar races in this period of time than I've met in my entire life." Saloman covered his face, looking utterly dejected.
"Who told you to be the military marshal of the Holy Elf Empire?" Zhao Chen laughed.
"Hehehe, now that you know I'm a military marshal, why didn't you think that way when you wanted to remove me from my post before?"
They told me nice things before, letting me rest in my own territory, but wasn't that just an attempt to contain me?
Now that you're in trouble, you've thought of me?
"Pah!" Salamander slammed his group of high elves without any restraint.
"However, I didn't expect that you people in the High Council could pass this bill so quickly."
"I thought it would take some more time," Zhao Chen said with a smile.
"Speaking of this matter, there was actually a little twist in the story," said the Flame Elf King Salamander with a mysterious smile.
Zhao Chen, intrigued, filled the glass of drink in the Flame Elf King Saloman's cup, gesturing for her to continue.
The Flame Elf King Saloman continued, "At the beginning, that guy Onyne summoned several of us Elf Kings to get our information sorted out."
Previously, regarding our joint research and development of technologies related to space exploration and radar, we bypassed the High Council because this matter could be carried out in secret.
Therefore, there is no problem with keeping it from the High Council.
However, it's impossible to keep the formation of this military space alliance a secret from the High Council.
As you know, in our Holy Elf Empire, most of the high elves in the High Council maintain the idea of not getting involved in external affairs.
Therefore, this matter is unlikely to pass through the High Council without the Elf King's tacit approval.
Of all the Elf Kings, the most difficult one to deal with is actually that fellow Gustav; he's a stubborn old man.
Within the High Council, his faction has the most supporters.
Everyone will give him some face.
When we had our internal discussions at the time, two main issues arose.
The first question is whether or not to form this cosmic military alliance, which is actually not too difficult to answer.
After Onyons explained the threat posed by the conqueror civilization, everyone basically agreed.
Although we maintain a "mind your own business" attitude, this conqueror civilization has, after all, a history of invading the Holy Elf Empire.
Furthermore, Onynce changed his usual indifferent attitude and directly stated that even if the High Council did not approve the matter.
The Kaguya elves will also build their own military legions and fleets to fight against the invaders, the conqueror civilization.
The rest of us also agreed to form this space military alliance.
Gustav did not refuse.
The next step is actually the most important. We all know why we formed this cosmic military alliance – it's to prepare for the invasion of the conqueror civilization.
The second question is whether to inform all interstellar civilizations about the conqueror civilization.
At the time, we, the Elf Kings, had all considered this issue.
I don't think it should be announced now.
Onyne also believed that it should not be made public.
The other three did not directly express their opinions.
Gustav, however, was more inclined to release the information, believing that other interstellar civilizations had the right to know.
Zhao Chen asked with interest, "So how did you finally convince that old fogey?"
Now that the Cosmic Military Alliance has been basically established, but no news of the conqueror civilization has come out, it means that the elven kings have confirmed this matter.
And it's possible that the High Council is unaware of this matter.
The Flame Elf King Saloman continued, "You didn't see how Onyense spoke back then."
Since I met him, I have never seen him say so much in any of our internal meetings.
I even doubted at the time whether it was really Onyense.
His initial thought was that if the situation of the conqueror civilization were widely publicized, it would likely cause unnecessary panic.
At that time, it will not only affect the development of the Space Military Alliance, but also the subsequent development of the Space Trade Alliance.
After all, if it were anyone else, with a sharp blade hanging over their head, could they still act as if nothing had happened?
It is very rare.
Take your Holy Elf Empire for example, where oaths and duels are put first. If it were any other interstellar civilization, the atmosphere in the entire empire would probably be extremely tense right now.
A tense atmosphere can affect the empire's own development.
Furthermore, if the existence of the Conqueror Civilization is revealed too early, those Conqueror Civilization spies existing in our universe may take action.
That doesn't rule out the possibility of some defectors or double agents emerging, who might join the conqueror civilization's camp and become traitors before the war even begins.
That would naturally have a huge impact on us.
Zhao Chen nodded; these are all possibilities.
And it will indeed have a significant impact.
This is something we have to take into account.
The Flame Elf King Salam continued, "If we don't announce the Conqueror Civilization in advance, but instead allow our cosmic military alliance to develop and stabilize, and establish a certain order..."
Preparing for potential future foreign wars would greatly increase efficiency.
When the threat of the conqueror civilization truly appeared before the people.
While this may cause some panic, with adequate preparation, the spread of this panic will not be too rapid.
At the same time, those who harbor illusions don't have that much time to do bad things.
Of course, this also means that the matter of the conqueror civilization cannot be told to the High Council.
Finally, after being persuaded by Augustus, Gustav agreed.
Since he agreed, no one else had any objections.
The final decision was to first establish a cosmic military alliance, but not to disclose the Conqueror Civilization, including to the High Council, for the time being.
Currently, only a few of us Elf Kings in our Holy Elf Empire know about this matter.
This ensured that the information would not be leaked.
Zhao Chen said with some relief, "To be honest, this time your Holy Elf Empire has finally done something decent."
"I must say, I really admire Onyne's courage this time," said the Flame Elf King Saloman in agreement.
Zhao Chen said, "Your Kaguya Elf King actually appears to be quite stubborn on the surface."
But after getting to know him, I found that he is actually a very easy person to understand.
His heart was always set on the Holy Elf Empire, and all his thoughts were based on prioritizing the interests of the Holy Elf Empire.
He is the Elf King of the Holy Elf Empire, which is naturally beyond reproach.
Therefore, if you share the same goals as him, you'll find he's a very good partner.
The Flame Elf King Salamander looked at Zhao Chen and asked, "Alright, let's not talk about these things anymore."
I finally managed to squeeze out a little free time, but they still have to talk about work. Just thinking about it gives me a headache.
Speaking of which, Onyons said that he had discussed and confirmed it with others.
At that time, your Dragon Star Empire will end the oath duel in the shortest possible time and then participate in the battle against the Conqueror Civilization.
Speaking of which, how much do you, the Dragon Star Empire, plan to shorten the timeframe?
A year?
"Six months," Zhao Chen stated a number.
"Huh? Six months?" Flame Elf King Salamander stared wide-eyed at Zhao Chen opposite him in disbelief.
She probably never expected that the Dragonflight Interstellar Empire would want to end its oath-taking duel with the Devouring Civilization in just six months.
"You're not kidding, are you?"
That was a war between civilizations, and one that involved the devouring of civilizations.
Furthermore, you also allow both sides to have third-party reinforcements.
The goal is to achieve a decisive victory within six months.
"How is this possible?" Even the Flame Elf King Salamander couldn't help but stand up and say.
Zhao Chen said with a serious expression, "I know this is difficult, but this is the best timeline we have assessed."
Considering the military strength of the conqueror civilization, if it exceeds six months...
It's possible that your front will completely collapse. Even if we withdraw and join in, it will probably be difficult to withstand the attack of the Conqueror Civilization's invading fleet.
And six months is roughly the timeframe during which your allied fleet is nearing its limit.
With our arrival, you can catch your breath, take a short rest, and then continue to fight the war.
Our joint efforts can greatly reduce the pressure on both sides on the battlefield.
Therefore, six months is the optimal time.
I know this level of difficulty puts a lot of pressure on the legion fleet of our Xiaolong Interstellar Empire.
It will require a great sacrifice.
But we are even more aware that, to the invaders, we are all in the same boat.
If by then there's no one else on board, and the ship is riddled with holes, then even we won't be able to do anything about it.
Upon hearing this, the Flame Elf King Salamander fell into a brief silence.
Then she said seriously, "If you can really defeat the Devouring Civilization within six months."
You will create a miracle.
Zhao Chen said with a slight smile, "Since the establishment of the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire..."
"Sailing against the current, every battle fought was a miracle."
Listening to Zhao Chen's words, I recalled the battlefields that the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire had experienced.
Indeed.
In every single battlefield, the Dragon Star Empire was at a disadvantage, and almost no one had any confidence in them.
But every time they did something miraculous, they did it.
They ultimately achieved victory.
"I look forward to seeing your triumphant return." The Flame Elf King Salam looked at Zhao Chen with eyes full of admiration.
She knew that this battle would be recorded in history!
"If a victory celebration is held then, I will raise a toast to all your soldiers!"
As they spoke, the Flame Elf King Salam raised his cup, making a toasting gesture.