Huali's voice was unperturbed. "If we can't, there is a possibility.
The threat posed by the aliens was too great. If humanity was defeated,
If humanity is defeated, we have no reason to stay.
The universe is vast, and no matter how strong the aliens are, they can't rule it all. No creature can do that.
According to our calculations, once the aliens reach a certain level of power, universal protogenia will suppress them.
That's what they're facing right now. That's why they've come to us.
Evolution would be the eternal pursuit of these creatures.
But there must be an end to it.
Let's go far away and find a suitable planet for us. I think a hundred years is enough time. "
Lan Qing asked. "What direction do you want to work with the Eastern Alliance?"
Huali answered. "When the war starts, we'll leave the Western Alliance and fight alongside the Eastern Alliance.
If there's a chance we can stay, we don't want to leave. We don't want to see humanity destroyed.
After all, this is our home, and the Poseidon Group has the responsibility and obligation to make a contribution to the protection of mankind.
We won't easily retreat unless it's really impossible. "
"Why not stay in the Western Alliance?
You have such a high status in the Western Alliance. Are the Western Alliance's conditions not good enough? "Chu Cheng asked.
Huali shook her head. "It's not that it's not good enough. I just don't think the Western Alliance will do.
The analysis in today's meeting is similar to my family's own.
Only a powerful Adept would be able to harm the aliens.
The Western Alliance has too many problems. The Pontiff's Citadel and the Dark Citadel can't work together.
They're at odds with each other.
The Western Alliance's ruling class has its own problems. The military is divided. Some are good, but some are bad.
The escape plan I mentioned was first proposed by the Western Alliance. "
Lan Qing, Lan Jue, and Chu Cheng understood.
The Western Alliance is thinking of escaping?
Huali sighed, "That's why we're disappointed in the Western League.
The most important plan that the Western Alliance gave us was that we didn't have to participate in the war directly. As the Western Alliance's rear, we hoped that we could escape together with Neptune if things went south.
How can we be at ease with such a partner?
Even if you wanted to run, you'd have to inflict some damage on the enemy first.
I'm almost certain that if the alien planets reach the Western Alliance first, then the Western Alliance won't be able to hold out much longer.
It will definitely collapse. "
Lan Jue's expression turned grave, as he knew the internal situation of the Eastern Alliance very well. It could be said that everyone was united, and they had the mentality of fighting against the enemy together.
Therefore, he had always been optimistic that all humans thought the same way.
But now it seemed the situation was far, far worse than he had imagined. The Western Alliance was in such dire straits.
"After many meetings, our family has decided that once we've sorted out our resources, we'll leave the Western Alliance.
We're still willing to fight to the death, but we can't trust our backs to unreliable allies.
We're willing to be allies of the Eastern Alliance. "
Lan Qing looked at him, his eyes bright. "What are your demands?"
There was no such thing as a free lunch in this world. Huali was on good terms with them, but he was now representing his family. This wasn't a matter of favors.
This was a matter of the family's future.
Huali nodded. "We hope that in the future the Hanhai Group can work closely with the Eastern Alliance. Simply put, we want to be a part of the Eastern Alliance.
Our only demand is that if we defeat the aliens, we'll be able to purchase resources from Taihua or Lyr. We'll be able to take root in the Eastern Alliance. "
Chu Cheng sucked in a breath of cold air. "You guys sure have a big appetite!
Buying planets again. "
Huali sighed. "There's no other way. We can't see the future of the Western Alliance. The Northern Alliance is too strong, but in some ways it's not as strong as the Eastern Alliance.
We chose the Eastern Alliance because of the potential of the Eastern Alliance, but also because of the many Paragons in the Eastern Alliance.
It's all because of you! "He looked at his two brothers, and didn't hold back in his words.
Lan Qing's brows furrowed in thought. This was no small matter. The Hanhai Group was humanity's largest financial group. The wealth and resources they controlled must be astronomical.
In the most direct sense, a bastion and two fleets would be a force to be reckoned with against the aliens. It could even turn the tide of battle.
With their participation, the Eastern Alliance would be much safer, as would the area they could protect.
But buying a planet …
Whether it was Lyr or Taihua, both were important planets to the Eastern Alliance!
"I'll have to report this to my superiors and wait for their approval.
Personally, I hope you'll join us.
But buying a planet is a big deal. "Lan Qing made his stance clear.
Hua Li smirked. "Boss, as long as you support me, I've already achieved my goal.
In truth, we don't necessarily have to buy a planet from the Eastern Alliance.
If the Western Alliance collapses, then we hope that the Eastern Alliance will protect Neptune when it comes to acquiring planets. Of course we're willing to stay where we are. "
Lan Qing nodded. He understood Huali's intentions.
This was a matter of great importance to the Eastern Alliance.
"What level of power does Neptune have?" Lan Qing asked.
Huali answered. "I can't say how strong it is.
But I'm sure it's as good as Terminator in every aspect. "
This time even Lan Jue couldn't help but stare.
Terminator was the North's strongest bastion ship. It was estimated to be twice as powerful as Tyrannosaurus. It was named after the Terminator, in honor of the Paragon's rise to power.
It was hailed as humanity's ultimate weapon of mass destruction.
Tyrannosaurus, Heron and Arachnid combined might not even be a match for Terminator.
The Terminator himself was the bastion's commander.
If the war came to a point where Terminator had to be mobilized, Lan Jue had no doubt that it would be there.
Neptune had always been a mysterious entity in the Western Alliance, but no one had ever heard of its true strength.
But Huali wouldn't lie to them.
If he said it like this, it meant he was confident.
Lan Qing nodded. "Alright, I understand."
"Alright," Huali said. "That's all for now.
I'll have to trouble you to act as a go-between.
But I must say, if the Eastern Alliance can't hold out, we'll have to flee. "
"I understand," Lan Qing said.
"But I hope that if we succeed," Lan Qing said.
You have to promise me that you won't leave the battlefield while the An Lun army is still fighting.
The An Lun army will be at the front. If we're all wiped out, you can leave. No problem. "
Huali paused. She stared at Lan Qing, then back at Lan Jue. "Boss, let's talk in private.
If it comes down to it.
Neptune's doors will always be open to you.
We'll do whatever it takes to save you. "
Lan Qing shook his head. "There's no need for that.
As the commander-in-chief, if we don't have the heart to live and die with our soldiers from the very beginning, then we won't even have the slightest chance of winning.
If it comes down to it, take Ah Jue with you. "
"Brother!" Lan Jue's eyes narrowed. "If you don't go, do you think I can?
You represent the Eastern Alliance, and I represent Skyfire Avenue.
You're right, if a commander can't face death with equanimity, how can he ask of others? "
Chu Cheng chuckled. "Alright, alright, let's drink.
It's been a long time since we've been together, and you're always talking about these unhappy things.
Judging from the way Tyrannosaurus and the other bastions fought the aliens, we still have a chance!
I don't think they're going to win.
Tomorrow, boss. Very well!
I'll rise to the occasion. "
As he spoke, he lifted his glass to his lips. The other three followed suit and drained it in one gulp.
Lan Qing was the first to leave. He had to report what Huali had told him to the Eastern Alliance as soon as possible. The Eastern Alliance's parliament and military leaders were all on Luo, and it had to be discussed face to face.
Chu Cheng left a little later than Lan Qing. He had to go back and prepare.
Everyone knew Lan Qing wasn't joking. He had to go all out.
Only Lan Jue and Huali were left in the room.
The two of them sat facing each other. Lan Jue sighed. "This crisis was too sudden. It's almost as if it's affecting the entire human world."
"Will you come to my wedding?" Huali asked.
Lan Jue shook her head. "I can't guarantee anything. Star Division is in the middle of organizing, and we'll be facing a strong enemy at any time.
I have to stay on Skyfire. "
Huali nodded. "If we work with the Eastern Alliance, then none of this will be a problem.
Poseidon will appear not far from Skyfire. "
Lan Jue smiled. "If that's the case, then there won't be any problems."
Huali went on. "I don't want to get married, but I can't leave Mo Xiao alone.
I've always felt I've wronged her. "
"Huh?" Lan Jue looked at him quizzically. "Why would you marry if you don't want to?
It's a lifetime thing.
You still don't like her? "
Huali smiled wryly. "My family raised her from a young age to be my wife.
From the day she became sensible, she knew that in the future, she would definitely be my wife, my companion.
Back then, my family raised hundreds of people like her.
She stood out from the rest.
To her, I'm more of a target than anything else.
If it were you, would you like this kind of woman who exists with a purpose? "