CHAPTER 1528: CHAPTER 35: FRAGMENTED STAR REGIONS

On the surface, this envoy is visiting the Eastern Star Region under the guise of economic investment exploration, a reason they cannot openly reject. Now, the pressure this envoy brings to the Eastern Star Region is quite real.

"That’s right." Seeing Tilan understand, Shui Yanqing saved much thought.

"Are you, or rather, is the current Eastern Star Region’s opinion unified?" Tilan asked this question.

Actually, for her and the ’Jade Dragon’ organization to help the Eastern Star Region resist the pressure from the Central Star Domain is not difficult, but she does not know the current internal situation of the Eastern Star Region, whether they have unified their opinions or remain in a chaotic and scattered state; if it is the latter, even with her full support, it might not withstand and they would blame her for overstepping and interfering in the Eastern Star Region’s internal affairs, and then be resented and sanctioned by the factions of the Central Star Domain.

"This..." Hearing this question, Shui Yanqing could only shake her head helplessly.

Though she, Luo Fenghua, and Otibelo are the leaders of the three largest factions in the Eastern Star Region, this governance relationship is not strong; it is a mere oral and slight degree of acknowledgment, far from complete loyalty and submission.

If the situation goes smoothly, or in times of peace, the alliance they formed might have an advantage, easily gathering a massive group, but in these times of the fierce transformation of the Federation’s situation, such an ambiguous faction cannot genuinely replace a disciplined organization; their loyalty to the organization is limited, and upon reaching a certain threshold, they would abandon the organization and betray.

Seeing Shui Yanqing shake her head, Tilan also sighed softly.

"If that’s the case, I may find it hard to help." Right now, she is not alone, and must also be responsible for the vast followers behind her, unable to easily make promises or agree.

"I understand." Shui Yanqing was helpless about this.

The conversation between the two paused, and they looked to the distant scenery, occasionally discussing the flowers and plants in the courtyard.

"Does Tilan know about the world beyond the Federation?" Shui Yanqing asked.

"I know a bit." The girl thought for a moment.

"Apart from the Rose Federation occupying the majority of the Milky Way’s Star Domains, there is also the Sigma Mechanical Council and the Holy White Melody Church."

"The status of the former is currently unclear, while the latter occupies only one Star Domain, considered an extremely tiny country for the Federation."

"If not considered as countries, there should be some wandering on the Federation’s edge." Tilan recalled that Lost Planet.

"For instance, the Rescue Association established by former humans for survival, some Newborn Races that lost the Black Sun, as well as the Mermaid Tribe always wandering in space."

"That’s right, how does Tilan view them?" Shui Yanqing continued to ask, her hands holding the porcelain cup stopped moving.

"View them... probably quite plainly?" Tilan felt she had no prejudice, neither disgust nor fondness, just that these groups are products of historical legacies, among which are proud tribes like the Silver Wings species and harmless, weak species like the Silkworm Moth species.

It is difficult for Songstresses to lie, and Shui Yanqing saw Tilan’s performance and felt relieved.

It seems Tilan is not someone stubborn or conservative.

"Yanqing still cares a bit." Seeing Shui Yanqing relax, Tilan asked curiously.

"Yes, because of my sensitive identity." Shui Yanqing inserted her fingers into her hair on her forehead, pressing a little troubled.

"It seems this time, Tilan made a trip in vain." With her current status and influence, it is hard to integrate the Eastern Star Region and even harder to have everyone recognize her identity.

"It’s okay, seeing you is also a pleasant thing." Since Blanchi left, Tilan also missed each of her past friends.

"If really unable to hold on, you can come to the Four-leaf Crystal Star Domain, here should be much safer."

With the Central Star Domain’s development trend, swallowing the Eastern Star Region will take quite some time, and with Tilan stationed, the Southern Star Region will be the toughest bone to chew and not be the first target.

"I got it." Shui Yanqing nodded.

In the following days, Shui Yanqing took Tilan to tour the local scenery, walk, boat, and have fun.

When it was time to leave, Shui Yanqing hesitated for a while before taking out a special box and handing it to Tilan.

Receiving the box, Tilan felt a heavy sensation, as if the whole box was made of extremely heavy metal.

"Inside is a gift from me, but considering the current situation, Tilan can’t open it yet." Shui Yanqing told the girl.

"If one day, I mean if I encounter an accident, or I can no longer stay in the Federation, this box will automatically unlock and open."

"I understand." Tilan nodded slightly; since Shui Yanqing was unwilling to elaborate, she must have her considerations and scruples.

She believes the other party would not harm her and has the patience to wait for that day when the box unlocks itself.

"If so, I will find a safe place to keep it." Tilan replied.

"Thank you for understanding, Tilan." Seeing Tilan was not displeased because of this, Shui Yanqing spoke with a bit of guilt.

"Regarding the upcoming situation, I will do my best; if I can reach a consensus with the representatives of the major factions, the opinions of the Eastern Star Region should be unified, then I will invite Tilan again." Shui Yanqing spoke of the future plans.

Finally, the two made their last farewell in the Star Harbor, and through the transparent metal glass, Shui Yanqing watched as Tilan’s starship slowly left the Star Harbor, the azure blue tail flames gradually disappearing into the dark depths of the Star Sea.