No one spoke up to agree or oppose; they were simply waiting for Shen Shi’s voice.
This was also a manifestation of Shen Shi’s authority.
At this mont, Shen Shi did not choose silence.
"You want to beco a Standing mber; in principle, I do not oppose this, but you must make a comnsurate contribution." Shen Shi said calmly, "To , the strength and developnt of Human Civilization is the core purpose. The Standing mber is a very good bargaining chip; unless you provide enough benefits, I can’t hand over the Standing mber identity to you."
These words almost brought what was supposed to be a covert exchange of interests directly into the open.
Even so mbers were a bit surprised.
The identity of a Standing mber is a great honor, representing the pinnacle of rights under the current system of Human Civilization, and also the pinnacle of responsibility. After thousands of years of system, in the minds of most humans, it has even beco sanctified.
Although the brilliance of Sage Saint Shen Shi has subdued the other Standing mbers, each Standing mber holds a position of imnse respect among most humans.
Yet at this mont,
as a Sage Saint, Shen Shi opened his mouth to treat such a sacred position as just a tradeable commodity?
"Don’t you feel that saying these things deans your identity?" Emperor Ji’s consciousness seed to contain so anger. "I admit I have selfish motives and have never denied this. However, my interests, my goals, are aligned with the interests of all humanity. At least until my goals are achieved, I will regard myself as a true human. On the contrary, you seem to be wasting away just because you might lose your supre authority? Imposing restrictions on and demanding more from us is not beneficial to the entire civilization!"
Emperor Ji’s words were undeniably sharp.
Because he was right.
If his interest was for the power of the Relic Civilization, or even the culture of the Relic Civilization, then his interests would certainly be aligned with those of the Human Civilization.
Because he needs to truly consider himself as human, and genuinely contribute to Human Civilization, even deepening his identification with human culture. Only then is it possible to truly gain the recognition of the Relic Device, and this is rely the first step. As long as the Relic Civilization doesn’t change, his change will persist.
Perhaps at so future ti, he will choose to integrate the entire Starlight Civilization into the Human Civilization, no, to be precise, into the Relic Civilization!
In such a situation, considering the interests of humanity, indeed he should not be obstructed.
But Shen Shi’s consciousness simply sighed.
This scene was identical to one he had seen in the future.
"You claim ti and again that it is all for the benefit of humanity, but clearly, the imperial system does not serve humanity’s interests." Shen Shi’s consciousness conveyed, "You should understand why, despite having enough prestige to make myself emperor, I have never done so and rely maintained the status of one of the Standing mbers?"
"..." Emperor Ji had a brief mont of silence but quickly gave his answer, "Because you do not care about power. In ancient human culture, this perhaps is worthy of praise, but the tis have changed. Don’t ntion you; those present, including myself, who among us cares about power? What I seek is to follow the footsteps of the Relic Civilization, to understand more truths and mysteries of this cosmos. This is a higher-level demand that transcends the pursuit of power—a desire intrinsic to life when reaching a certain level—I have always believed if you beca emperor, it would only benefit Human Civilization, with no drawbacks, so I didn’t hide my initial goal."
Very eloquent words.
Not to ntion Shen Shi, but there were indeed many mbers in the eting who seed surprised and slightly changed their perception of Emperor Ji.
Because in the eting, one cannot lie.
And under the premise of opening one’s soul and emotional consciousness, everyone could feel Emperor Ji’s inner truth.
One of straightforwardness.
An inner truth seemingly more straightforward than the consciousness he conveyed and the words he spoke.
Just as Emperor Ji stated, he does not care whether Human Civilization or Starlight Civilization becos powerful. He just wants to witness the form of higher-level civilizations and pursue the mysteries of the cosmos.
This deviates from so people’s original understanding of "seeking to seize Human Civilization as a powerful bargaining market."
I must say.
Emperor Ji took a forthright approach from the start.
Everyone knew his background, knew his purpose. Yet, whether from the standpoint of interest or emotion, it was difficult to refuse.
In fact, Shen Shi was the sa.
He clearly understood that Emperor Ji’s appearance would inject powerful dynamism into the second future line, and after a certain period, it’s likely that Human Civilization in the second future line might beco the strongest among all future lines, surpassing even the third.
Nonetheless, he still couldn’t easily concede everything.
Because he’s not rely the Sage Saint of the second future line.
If he casually gave up the Standing mber and even the supre authority status, then he would find it extrely difficult to bring the technology, resources, and devices of A-level Civilization to the other ti lines.
In the past, he could do it because he is the Sage Saint! He’s a Standing mber! The highest leader of civilization!
Furthermore, without putting so pressure on Emperor Ji, he might not inject a lot into Human Civilization—supported by A-level Civilization, he only needs to offer a little casually, which might be enough to gain the trust and support of the entire civilization and beco its true leader.
Thus, Sage Saint Shen Shi of the second future line may not necessarily have a conflict of interest with Emperor Ji, but Sage Saint Shen Shi of the four ti lines inevitably does!
"A crude evasion of the crucial points." Shen Shi said, "You say your interests align with humanity, and I believe this, but this alignnt is rely a compromise under current conditions and isn’t pure. This is what concerns most about you. For instance, why are the three standing mbers absent today and undergoing consciousness review? Among the mbers present, how many have already been influenced by you? Even those outside causing conflicts with Primitive Humans, how many are following your will? It’s hard for to believe that those who don’t respect the most basic rules of Human Civilization won’t lead it into an abyss of total destruction."
"..." Emperor Ji was silent for quite a while this ti.
Because he found that the emotions in the eting venue began to change.
So who were previously leaning towards them, or were initially sowhat inclined, also beca wary at this mont.
Quite a few people even began self-checking.
This made Emperor Ji realize that there must be sothing he hasn’t yet understood.
What is it?
Though he couldn’t understand, that didn’t an he didn’t have a way. After all, the other party would naturally bring these issues up, so he was well-prepared.
"What you’re talking about is not our doing at all." Emperor Ji said flatly, "I can assure you that we didn’t do these things, including those three Standing mbers. We don’t need to because as long as the conditions are presented, anyone can see the benefits of making a Standing mber. So, I’m suspecting this is what you orchestrated in order to stop , which aligns with your interests and selfish motives."
Under the rules of the eting, everyone was surprised, even sowhat shocked, to discover that Emperor Ji hadn’t lied?
Suddenly, the focus of most shifted to Shen Shi.
As if trying to discern sothing from him.
But Shen Shi remained calm.
In the future he originally foresaw, this kind of maneuver from the other party was entirely unexpected.
And this was also the other party’s trump card, or rather the biggest hidden agenda!
Upon seeing this happen in reality, Shen Shi couldn’t help but sigh internally.
Indeed.
When the level of civilization and individual ascends, language becos increasingly powerless, and all confrontations ultimately return to the strength each holds.
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