I Pick Up Talents on the Interstellar Battlefield

Chapter 192: Chapter 192: Signing the Treaty

Inside the Treehouse

Eastern Cloud Sea, Alan, the Elf Princess, and a few Elf Elders sat at the wooden table, beginning the first formal alliance negotiations between humans and elves.

"Let me first mention the conditions from the Empire’s side."

As Eastern Cloud Sea spoke, his gaze swept past the young man in the corner. He hadn’t expected that, in such an important setting, the Elf King would allow Qin Tian to be present.

It seemed he had far underestimated the importance of Qin Tian in the Elf King’s heart.

Eastern Cloud Sea brought out a plan that had long been drafted.

The regular terms, such as opening ports, allowing free trade, and requiring the Elf Race to bear most of the military expenses for the Space Fleet each year.

There were also conditions clearly beneficial to the Dongfang Clan, such as the Elf Race needing to provide a wide variety of Spirit Fruits or seeds annually, the Tree God assisting the Dongfang Clan in improving Spirit Herbs and Treasures, and specially clearing out land near the Tree God for collective cultivation of Spirit Herbs.

In return, the Empire would provide space protection for the Elf Race, help them eradicate Dark Elves, build a communication platform on Elf Star, establish a financial monetary system, and introduce technological products, etc.

In Qin Tian’s view, many "favorable" conditions proposed by Eastern Cloud Sea contained obvious hidden risks. For instance, building a communication platform would subject the Elf Race to the Empire’s surveillance, leaving no secrets, and establishing a financial monetary system would directly grasp the lifeblood of the Elf Race’s future.

As for opening ports, free trade agreements, and shouldering military expenses, it was almost textbook for opening the country’s gates, giving him a sense reminiscent of treaties signed under the late Qing dynasty.

Of course, he did not voice his warnings, as currently, it was the elves who sought aid from the Empire. Even if the Empire proposed harsher conditions, the elves would have to grit their teeth and accept it.

Moreover, even if he did alert them, what could change?

Facing the Empire’s colossal entity, the Elf Race was still too weak, lacking the qualifications for bargaining.

Additionally, though the Empire would control the Elf Race’s lifeline in the future, in some ways, it would tie the Elf Race more tightly to the Empire’s war machine, which might be beneficial for them.

As Qin Tian anticipated, the Elf Race didn’t realize the risks and hidden dangers, instead feeling that, apart from the annual provision of a large number of Spirit Fruits and seeds being overly greedy, the other aspects were not as harsh as they imagined and even showed a considerable degree of goodwill.

After arguing reasonably over several conditions, the elves and the Empire quickly signed the first alliance treaty.

"Your Majesty the Elf King, Princess, esteemed Elders, the treaty is officially signed. Next, the Space Fleet will fully assist the Elf Race in eradicating the Dark Elves and cleansing the remnants of the Evil God."

Eastern Cloud Sea stated solemnly: "However, if we want to achieve everything in one go, we must first determine the base of the First Battle Group, and that will take some time, but rest assured, the Empire has the most professional forces and will lock in on the target in the shortest time."

Alan nodded, speaking fluently in the Empire’s language: "Then we shall entrust this task to Mr. Dongfang."

"Well, I can help with this."

At this moment, a voice came from the corner.

Everyone immediately turned their heads to look.

Qin Tian stood up and stated earnestly: "I can find the main lair of the First Battle Group."

"Qin Tian, you have a way?"

Alan asked with surprise, knowing that if Qin Tian dared to say such a thing, he must be quite confident inside.

Eastern Cloud Sea looked at Qin Tian in surprise, knowing that the Dark Elves always valued concealment and that their nest was hidden underground. Other than Dark Elves and Evil God Followers, anyone entering the Dark Forest would immediately be discovered, let alone find the lair’s location.

How did he do it?

Faced with Alan, Qin Tian calmly said: "You know, after rescuing Vinoya, I ventured back into the Dark Forest."

"Indeed."

Alan nodded. At the time, he disagreed, but Qin Tian’s resolve was firm, and he couldn’t stop him.

Now he recalled that Qin Tian had said at the time that after entering the Dark Forest, there might be a chance to help the elves eliminate the root of their troubles and destroy the Dark Nest in one stroke.

Qin Tian continued: "Back then, I marked a few Tier Four and Tier Five Dark Elves. If I enter the Dark Forest again, I can locate where these marks overlap, which would most likely be the lair of the First Battle Group."

He didn’t disclose the capabilities of the Soul Seal and instead offered an alternate explanation.

After all, the ability of the Soul Seal was too overbearing, capable of enslaving even Dark Elves who worshiped the Evil God, and if others found out, it would cause unnecessary trouble.

Of course, even this explanation left everyone astounded.

Not only was he able to leave the Dark Forest unscathed, but he also managed to mark Tier Four and Tier Five Dark Elves without being discovered.

This ability was truly astonishing.

Qin Tian looked at Eastern Cloud Sea and said: "Mr. Dongfang, give me a Miniature Signal Device, and I will place it in the Dark Nest. Once the signal is sent, the Space Fleet can launch an attack on the target."

"No, it’s too dangerous."

Alan firmly rejected the idea. He didn’t want Qin Tian to enter the extremely dangerous Dark Nest. He already owed Qin Tian enough and couldn’t let him risk himself again.

"Boy, don’t worry."

Qin Tian’s mouth curled into a slight smile, "I will have the Dark Elves personally bring the Signal Device inside."

Upon hearing this, everyone’s faces showed a hint of surprise.

Having the Dark Elves bring the Signal Device inside — what kind of method was that?

At this moment, in everyone’s eyes, Qin Tian seemed to be shrouded in a faint veil of mystery, even Eastern Cloud Sea couldn’t see through him.

"Promise me you won’t go in!"

Alan was still uneasy. Despite knowing that Qin Tian had always been cautious and stable, he had performed several actions that, at least in Alan’s eyes, seemed quite reckless, like venturing into the Dark Forest alone or withstanding a Tier Six Dark Elf with his Tier Four self.

Though Qin Tian came out unscathed each time, it was evident that he possessed an adventurous nature to the core.

"Relax, I’m not that foolish."

Qin Tian chuckled. He indeed had no intention of entering the Dark Nest, especially considering the presence of Tier Seven Dark Elf Morost and numerous Tier Six experts there. Even a tiny mistake could leave him with no chance to escape.

The Signal Device would be carried into the Dark Nest by a Guide Party member known as Molo.

The preparations he had made earlier finally found their purpose at this moment.

"Also, I’m not helping for free; there has to be a reward." Qin Tian raised an eyebrow and said.

"Of course, the Elf Race will not treat friends poorly."

This time it wasn’t Alan speaking, but the Elf Princess making a solemn promise. Qin Tian had helped the Elf Race enough already, and they couldn’t take his efforts for granted simply because of his friendship with Serranriel.

The Elf Race needed to not only reciprocate but do so with the utmost sincerity.

Upon hearing this, a smile appeared on Qin Tian’s face:

"Then wait for my news."