Faced with Nan Tong's praise, Lin Ke simply smiled.
Then, he glanced at everyone again and continued speaking.
"So, this is the core idea behind my proposal."
"Establish an international cooperation framework based on common interests so that all participants, including Holy Egypt, can achieve win-win results."
"This will not only enhance our standing on the international stage, but also bring lasting prosperity and peace to our people."
At that moment, Ramses' golden eye flickered slightly, and then, this man of the desert and the Nile spoke a rare voice.
“Your Majesty, I’m afraid powerful nations like Persia and Greece will not agree to such an arrangement.”
"In my opinion, they are more accustomed to the traditional model of conquest and domination."
"Your realm has already surpassed that of the gods."
"But these uncivilized barbarians will probably still stubbornly believe in past experiences and act accordingly."
Lin Ke nodded, agreeing with Ramses's words.
"That's exactly the problem. We need to convince them with facts and data that cooperation is more beneficial than confrontation."
"Those great empires in history eventually declined, but commercial networks and cultural alliances have been able to endure for a long time."
"Just like trade civilizations like Nubia."
Nan Tong thought for a moment and then spoke up.
"Just like the Hebrew Empire that His Majesty the Holy Pharaoh mentioned yesterday, they invaded our land and plundered our wealth, but in the end their own empire collapsed, while our Holy Egypt still stands strong."
"It is precisely because Your Majesty the Holy Pharaoh's decisions and vision are completely different that we have now embarked on entirely different paths."
Lin Ke took a light breath: "That's right."
“Our proposal should not only demonstrate the theoretical benefits, but also cite real-world examples and specific data.”
"For example, how do the economies of two city-states grow after they open up trade, and how does productivity increase when multiple civilizations share a certain technology?"
"Only tangible, visible, and touchable things can dispel their doubts."
Ramses nodded in agreement.
"This is an unprecedentedly grand vision."
"If this can be achieved, Holy Egypt's status will be greatly enhanced, and no one will dare to look down on us again."
“Your Majesty, we will certainly do our utmost to help you fulfill your long-cherished wish.”
"If you just say the word, we will be willing to give everything for you, even our souls and lives."
Upon hearing this, everyone immediately knelt down with a series of thuds.
Everyone was inspired by Ramses' vision of the Holy Pharaoh and Holy Egypt, and they expressed their support and admiration.
Of course, they also understand that Lin Ke's purpose in attending the meeting was not simply to gain temporary respect, but to establish an international environment conducive to the long-term development of Holy Egypt.
"Next, what we need to do is to make contact with leaders of other civilizations as much as possible and learn as much information as possible."
"But considering the stereotypes people have about Holy Egypt, and the hospitality we've received here, it seems unlikely that we'll be able to make friends with leaders of very powerful civilizations."
After all, during Lin Ke's time in Greece, he had been subjected to ridicule and sarcasm from people of other civilizations almost every day.
Holy Egypt is a newly added civilization, and many people's impression of Holy Egypt is only poverty and desert.
Even those who knew that Holy Egypt had defeated the Hebrew Empire were among the few.
This stereotype and his mediocre status naturally made it difficult for Lin Ke to approach and connect with leaders of "higher status".
The hierarchical system here speaks for itself; the power of the kingdom directly determines how much respect others will give you.
Otherwise, it would be like what happened when Lin Ke and his group approached Nadir Shah's residence. They had barely gotten a little close when the other side was already preparing to send people to drive them away.
Nan Tong agreed with Lin Ke's words, as they already knew that Saint Egypt was not well-received here.
“Yes, Your Majesty, the hierarchy here is clear, and our position, the status it represents, is very unfavorable to us.”
"Judging from the allocation of this accommodation, we rank quite low among the participating civilizations."
“Those civilizations of lower status live in even worse conditions than we do.”
"Even if you go to the residences of the leaders of those civilizations we know, you will probably find it difficult to be welcomed by them."
"Forgive my bluntness, but no one here showed us respect when they first saw us."
"They are all a very powerful group of leaders."
Lin Ke listened to Nan Tong's analysis and nodded gently.
That's exactly the situation right now.
"It's alright, I expected this to happen."
“The accommodations on Delos are not arranged randomly, but strictly according to a certain unwritten hierarchy.”
“We were placed in a position near the periphery, which means that in the eyes of the organizers, Holy Egypt is in a lower-middle position.”
Nan Tong became increasingly agitated.
After all, he was a great magician who had defended the Holy Pharaoh and Holy Egypt countless times with his life.
"But this makes no sense!"
"Historically speaking, our Holy Egyptian civilization has continued for thousands of years!"
"In terms of territory, although our borders are not as vast as Persia's, we are by no means a small country!"
"In terms of strength, we now possess a powerful fleet capable of crossing the Mediterranean!"
Why would someone be treated with such contempt in such an international setting?
"Since they have extended an invitation to us, they must at least know that Holy Egypt defeated the Hebrew Empire, and they must know how powerful Holy Egypt is now!"
"Otherwise, why would they invite you? Do they intend to insult or desecrate you here?"
"If that's the case, even if it costs me my life, I will use the yellow sand to completely submerge this island!"
Lin Ke listened to Nan Tong's words and simply raised her hand to signal him to calm down.
“What you said is true, but the World Conference is probably not as simple as we think.”
As she said this, Lin Ke's expression darkened.
"I suspect there is a more complex power structure behind the World Conference."
"Although the Greeks dominated the organization of the conference, they were also constrained by other powerful civilizations."
"Persia was able to enjoy the highest level of treatment not only because of its strength, but also because of its relationship with the Greek city-states, which was both conflicting and cooperative."
"From the perspective of the organizers of the World Conference, this is, to some extent, a state of mutual need."
Upon hearing this, everyone fell silent for a short while.
Then, the succubus tilted her head and made a sound again.
"Your Majesty, if that's the case, why did they suddenly improve our treatment?"
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