The command room fell into a brief silence. Everyone's eyes fell on the holographic screen above the conference table, and they were at a loss what to do.
The trading materials produced by the Mu Xing clan are very technologically advanced. However, they have nothing to offer. The only thing they have is probably a copy of the star map of the universe.
"What is the true strength of this civilization? Why do I feel a little unreliable." Professor Yang Yi raised his eyes and looked at everyone and said suddenly.
"Huh? What do you say?" Zhou Yu was slightly stunned and looked at Professor Yang Yi in confusion.
"Commander, you see, they don't have any technological equipment, but they do possess such technological information. The content of the reply to us is all graphic data, which needs to be translated by Xiaozhi. If, if they are a super civilization, they will definitely That's not the tone." Yang Yi analyzed with a strange look on his face.
"Well, after what you said, I feel that there is something wrong. The deep sea monster we killed before - Harto, was larger than them, and it was more powerful. The group of creatures in front of us can't compare with it at all. Ah!" Professor Yang Yi looked at Zhou Yu and said with emotion.
Hearing this, Zhou Yu frowned. When they said this, he couldn't help but feel that something was wrong.
"What should we do now? Do we want to test their strength?" Zhou Yu looked at Professor Smith and Professor Yang Yi.
this problem…
Everyone looked at each other and couldn't make up their mind for a moment. The universe was vast and the alien creatures they had seen were not even a scratch. They had no way of knowing what kind of special means the other party had. Just that the other party had mastered countless high-tech technologies was enough. It made them afraid.
"It's better not to do it! The other party can make Dyson spheres, so their technological capabilities must be extraordinary!" Professor Smith said in a timid tone.
A sufficiently advanced civilization could harness the entire energy output of their own star by building a ball of receptors and energy converters. These spheres are called "Dyson spheres," and they certainly provide a huge amount of energy, but they also radiate a comparable amount of heat.
This heat can be detected many light-years away in the infrared range of the spectrum.
Civilizations millions of years more advanced than our own might harness the energy of entire galaxies, or even entire clusters of galaxies.
A civilization that can build something like a Dyson sphere and be able to process the entire energy output of their star may have developed a way to bypass the light speed barrier. The civilization at this stage must be thousands or even tens of thousands of years more advanced than humans. , the gap is too big.
"Yes! That non-value-added technology is also very advanced! It is especially important for our role." After hearing this, Professor Yang Yi also compromised. It was unwise to provoke a powerful opponent with even the slightest suspicion. .
"However, I also feel that the opponent is so weak! The formation they put up is a bit bluffing. Compared with our fleet, it is not at the same level!" General Hiller looked at Zhou Yu and added.
The number of fleets controlled by human civilization is more than ten times that of the opponent. Moreover, the size of each battleship is more than three times larger than the opponent's largest battleship. In terms of momentum, the two sides are not on the same level.
"Commander, the other party's speed of receiving and replying to messages is much slower than ours!" Zhou Xiaozhi said at this time.
Hearing this, everyone perked up and looked at Zhou Xiaozhi with bright eyes.
"Xiaozhi, quickly, quickly list the data from both sides." Zhou Yu looked at Zhou Xiaozhi excitedly and ordered.
"Understood, Commander." Zhou Xiaozhi responded.
Immediately, a large amount of data was displayed on the holographic screen, which were the communication parameters of both parties. By comparison, it was clear at a glance which one was stronger and which one was weaker.
The distance between the two sides is 270 million kilometers. Zhou Xiaozhi used a tunnel communicator and transmitted the data to the other party in a few seconds. However, the transmission technology used by the other party was photon signals, which took a long time to reach here. There is a huge gap between the two.
"This technology is the transmission technology used in the Earth Age! What kind of Shepherd Clan? This civilization must be fake." Professor Smith looked at the holographic screen with bright eyes and judged with determination.
"Commander, let's do it! The other party must be pretending." General Hiller looked at Zhou Yu and said excitedly.
Hearing this, everyone's eyes fell on Zhou Yu's face, full of expectation, and they wanted to have the fleet set off immediately to snatch everything they could.
"Everyone, please be patient. We need accurate intelligence. If we can defeat others without fighting, that will be the greatest victory." Zhou Yu smiled slightly and looked at everyone with a smile on his face.
Everyone nodded and breathed a sigh of relief. If it could be like Zhou Yu said, that would be great.
"Commander, there is news from the other side on the street. They said that the star map can only be replaced by one technology, and they want us to provide the star map first for them to confirm the authenticity." Zhou Xiaozhi looked at Zhou Yu and reported.
"Hmph! We have seen through the nature of these pretentious guys!" Professor Smith said with irritation. If they could only exchange for one piece, then they would definitely be in trouble internally, because the other party provided many The things are the technologies they urgently need. If they can get a few of them, their existing technological civilization can reach a new level.
"It's strange. If this civilization is just showing off, then they have so many advanced technologies and they are showing them out openly. In this way, wouldn't they be self-exploding treasures and attracting enemies? This is very unreasonable!" Professor Carter stared at it! Looking at the holographic screen, he said with a puzzled expression.
Hearing this, everyone's expressions darkened. After hearing his analysis, they couldn't help but feel uneasy again.
"What you said makes sense. If they have some changes, such as the destruction of their civilization, or accidentally obtain the technological treasure trove of other civilizations... It is possible that such a situation will occur." Professor Yang Yi followed Professor Carter's instructions. Thoughts, guessed.
"Yes! The strength that this one is showing now is very different from the level of technology they possess. They may not even understand the level of these technologies, so they want to be like the beggar in the crown, offering treasures everywhere, fearing that others will not recognize them. Know how powerful they are!" Professor Smith followed up with analysis.
"Yes, I agree with Professor Smith. The other party must have done this to scare us, because they discovered that we are powerful!" General Hiller stared at the holographic screen and analyzed from the perspective of a strong man.
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The conference room fell into a heated discussion. Both sides maintained their own opinions and argued endlessly. However, more people tended to judge with their eyes. The opponent's strength was obviously not enough to support the name of the Shepherd Clan.
There was a fierce dispute, and for a short time there was no conclusion. In the end, everyone looked at Zhou Yu, waiting for instructions.
Since traveling to this strange universe, Zhou Yu, the head of state, has done a very good job. He is calm but not indecisive, serious about work, but does not seek "perfection" in everything, pays attention to details, but does not stick to small details in negotiating and arranging work. Give fewer orders, be tolerant to others, and be willing to tolerate: be strict with yourself, convince others with actions, and be not satisfied with the status quo, but do not deviate from reality.
It is precisely because of Zhou Yu's high-quality character that he led human civilization to take root on a strange planet. Moreover, he has outstanding talents in the military field, especially in the battle against the deep sea monsters. It was his perfect The art of command enables human civilization to achieve glorious victory at the lowest cost.
Therefore, Zhou Yu's position in the hearts of everyone is unforgettable. Even if his father Zhou Xing comes, he cannot replace him.
Facing everyone's trusting eyes, Zhou Yu smiled, looked at Zhou Xiaozhi and ordered: "Xiaozhi, I am replying a message to them, asking them to increase the exchange amount and ask them to change to a faster communication method. Please be tougher and don't be polite. "
"Commander! Please forward the message." Zhou Xiaozhi obeyed the order.
After hearing the content of Zhou Yu's order, everyone's eyes lit up. This reply was full of probing meaning. Once the other party answered poorly, it would be tantamount to blowing the boss. At the same time, the other party also knew about human suspicion and could not show enough strength. , then the next step may be a war with live ammunition.
This is an unbreakable conspiracy. On the card table, the human side obviously has more chips. Now, Zhou Yu boldly chooses Stud. Whether the opponent follows or not, he has to express his attitude.
Time passed bit by bit, and everyone stared at the holographic screen, waiting for the other party's reply. The scene was silent.
"You haven't replied yet? It's been almost ten minutes." Professor Smith asked Zhou Xiaozhi impatiently.
"No! Professor!" Zhou Xiaozhi rolled his eyes at Professor Smith. In just ten minutes, he had already asked him no less than twenty times.
"Commander? Do you want to send another email to urge me?" Professor Yang Yi couldn't wait any longer and looked at Zhou Yu and asked.
Zhou Yu smiled, shook his head and said, "Silence is the answer I want most."
The next second, Zhou Yu looked at Zhou Xiaozhi and ordered: "Speed up the entire army and get into attack formation."
Hearing this, everyone cheered up and looked at Zhou Yu in surprise, not understanding what he was thinking.
"Yes, Commander!" Zhou Xiaozhi responded loudly.
Immediately, in the space universe, the huge "Xuanwu" fleet slid its limbs and erupted with a powerful force field repulsion, pushing the entire fleet towards the planet ahead like a rapid arrow.
Not long after the fleet moved forward, Zhou Xiaozhi's voice sounded in the flagship command room: "Commander, I have received a letter from the other party. The other party asked us to keep our original distance. If we go further, we will kill without mercy."
Hearing this, Zhou Yu smiled slightly and showed an expected expression: "Very good, don't pay attention to the other party. We will reduce the speed by 60%. Pay attention to the other party's movements!"
"Yes, Commander!" Zhou Xiaozhi obeyed.
Immediately, the speed of the huge fleet of ships all dropped, but they still maintained a constant speed and rushed towards the opponent.
"Commander, the other party has mastered so many advanced technologies, it is possible that they have strategic weapons!" General Hiller frowned and looked at Zhou Yu and reminded.
"Well, this is very likely!" Professor Smith nodded and said in agreement.
Zhou Yu smiled slightly and explained: "That's why I asked Xiaozhi to slow down!"
After speaking, Zhou Yu looked at Zhou Xiaozhi and continued to give instructions: "Xiaozhi, send a message to the other party, saying that we cannot accept the transaction conditions they mentioned, and we need to communicate face-to-face with the Mu Xing clan to ask them to exercise restraint."
"Understood, Commander!" Zhou Xiaozhi responded and quickly passed on the news.
Hearing this, everyone couldn't laugh or cry. Zhou Yu looked like he was convinced that the other party was a scoundrel, and the other party must be going crazy!
We don’t dare to fight. If we could fight, the opponent would have already taken action the moment the human fleet was dispatched. Let’s talk! Human civilization obviously no longer intends to have a good discussion with them.
How will the other party respond
Everyone looked at the holographic screen, full of expectations.
A few minutes later, the interstellar communication signal lighted up, and the other party sent back a message. Zhou Xiaozhi immediately analyzed: "Commander, the other party asked us to stop approaching immediately. The terms of the transaction can be discussed again, but if we approach another one million kilometers, They are about to use force, and they have interstellar weapons in their hands - gamma ray bursts, which can easily destroy us."
"Well, since everyone has said so, let's stop moving forward!" Zhou Yu smiled and ordered Zhou Xiaozhi.
"Yes, Commander!" Zhou Xiaozhi complied, and immediately, the fleet that was moving in a hurry slowly stopped.
Seeing this, Zhou Yu looked at the crowd and said, "Everyone probably understands the strength of this civilization!"
Hearing this, everyone laughed and nodded.
The test conducted by Zhou Yu has almost revealed the opponent's background. The opponent is obviously as expected by everyone. It is a civilization with a very weak power but a large amount of technology. Although it is possible to tell them in hand. In that way, they possess extraordinary interstellar strategic weapons, but the opponent is like meat on the chopping board and cannot escape their control.
Zhou Yu looked solemnly, looked at everyone and said: "Next, we have to work hard! We will try our best to detect the true details of the other party and dig out the scientific and technological information the other party has."
"Understood!" Everyone nodded in unison.
"I'll go first! I suggest sending a small fleet to visit. If the other party refuses, we can encircle them and use force to suppress them and force them to surrender!" General Hiller looked at Zhou Yu.
"This suggestion is okay, but if it is too strong, it will easily cause the other party to resist." Professor Smith frowned.
"I do not recommend using force to coerce. We can continuously increase the pressure, test the other side's bottom line step by step, constantly create psychological pressure, and finally force the other side to surrender." Professor Yang Yisi suggested.
"Actually, it's easy to handle. The other party can't escape anyway, so we just have to grind it out slowly. No matter whether it's force or psychological pressure, we can take turns." Professor Kalter said with a smile.
Looking at the people who were constantly discussing, Zhou Yu smiled slightly and was very satisfied.