Lin Ke and Nan Tong boarded the ship, the salty sea breeze carrying Mediterranean fog across their robes.
At the same time, Lin Ke kept scanning the civilization panel.
To achieve his major goals, he had to prepare in advance so that he could begin implementing them as soon as he returned to the capital, Cairo.
First and foremost, the most important thing is to establish a new international venue along the Mediterranean coast, which requires the policy of "diplomatic alliance".
"【Diplomatic Alliance】: The first envoy you send to each city-state will be considered as two envoys."
This was perfect for forming a union of civilizations. Sending envoys could influence diplomatic relations between civilizations, allowing neutral countries to gradually shift to a "friendly" relationship with Holy Egypt and achieve cooperation.
Moreover, this will accelerate the process of reaching three envoys, allowing him to acquire a series of core privileges and further expand the scope of the Holy Egyptian Alliance once other countries regard Holy Egypt as their suzerain state.
As for the military forces along the coast, more lighthouses need to be built along the shore.
Of course, you can also study the "Naval Tradition" civic to unlock more policies that benefit naval military power.
In addition, we should try to increase trade routes as much as possible.
Building a lighthouse is one method; cities without lighthouses can build markets to increase the capacity of trade routes.
In addition, there are municipal mercenaries who can unlock Trade Union policies...
However, these things must be done one by one.
Lin Ke frowned as he operated the civilization panel. By the time he finished, the sailboat had already docked.
Lin Ke and Nan Tong rushed towards the capital, Cairo, without stopping for a moment.
Upon returning to the palace, the first thing Lin Ke did was summon Kamul and the leaders of the Holy Egyptian League.
The events that occurred at the World Conference this time are of great importance, and he must convene everyone as soon as possible to discuss them together.
He continued to check the civilization panel while pacing back and forth in the palace.
Kamul arrived first. He already knew that Lin Ke and Nan Tong had just returned from the World Conference, but he did not know that Lin Ke had withdrawn from the World Conference.
"Your Majesty, Holy Pharaoh!" Kamul exclaimed excitedly, "You have returned triumphant from the World Conference. Was your trip successful? Did the people at the conference agree with our proposals?"
Lin Ke did not respond, but simply smiled and said, "Let's wait a while. I will announce this once all the leaders have arrived."
"I invited you all here today to discuss matters concerning the World Conference."
Upon hearing this, Kamul's excitement did not diminish, but a hint of doubt appeared on his face.
He stepped aside for the time being, waiting for the arrival of the leaders.
After a while, a guard came to report: "Your Majesty, the leaders of the Holy Egyptian League have arrived outside the palace."
Lin Ke nodded and said, "Summon them in."
Several leaders walked in one after another through the palace gates, accompanied by their excited discussions.
"His Majesty the Holy Pharaoh has just returned to the capital and summoned us here. He must have achieved something brilliant at the World Conference."
"That's beyond doubt! With such thorough preparations, His Majesty the Holy Pharaoh's proposals must have caused quite a stir at the meeting."
“The status of Holy Egypt will inevitably attract attention, and our Holy Egypt Alliance may also be able to expand through this.”
"Have the issues raised this time deterred those arrogant nations? Has the glory of Holy Egypt been displayed on the world stage?"
Hearing the constant praise, Nan Tong, standing beside Lin Ke, couldn't help but show a hint of embarrassment.
Lin Ke, however, remained expressionless and spoke calmly: "Thank you all for coming so quickly after receiving the invitation."
"Today, I want to discuss with you the world conference that I just attended."
Upon hearing this, Arthas immediately spoke up: "Your Majesty, tell us quickly, what great topic did you raise at the World Conference?"
Marasia's face showed longing: "It's truly fascinating. His Majesty the Holy Pharaoh's performance at the World Conference was so astonishing. I would love to even catch a glimpse of his glory."
However, Lin Ke raised one hand to signal everyone to be quiet, and then spoke:
"In fact, I withdrew from the World Conference!"
The leaders' excited expressions froze. They looked at each other, as if they had been choked, and their faces gradually turned to astonishment.
Lin Ke's first words were beyond their expectations.
Arthas blurted out, "Your Majesty, what has happened?"
The Mayan lord frowned, looking puzzled: "Your Majesty, didn't you say that the World Conference was an opportunity for us to clearly understand Holy Egypt's position on the international stage?"
Montezuma seemed to remember something, his expression turning sorrowful: "Could it be... that this is the worst-case scenario you wanted us to prepare for?"
Marasia subconsciously began to speculate: "Could it be... that the leaders of the World Conference expelled Holy Egypt?"
"Shut up!" Montezuma glared at her immediately upon hearing this. "How could this be! His Majesty the Holy Pharaoh's wisdom, benevolence, and sagacity are evident to all. How could anyone dare to drive out Holy Egypt!"
The Mayan lord shouted, "Quiet! Quiet! Let us hear what His Majesty the Holy Pharaoh has to say!"
The four leaders calmed down, and all eyes turned to Lin Ke.
There are doubts, confusion, and even more worries.
Lin Ke sighed and said, "Saint Egypt was not expelled by anyone; it was I who chose to withdraw voluntarily."
Kamul had remained silent until now. He knew how much importance Lin Ke placed on the World Conference, and he understood how much effort Lin Ke had put into participating in it.
Therefore, he was in shock after Lin Ke announced his withdrawal from the World Conference.
Upon hearing the words "voluntarily withdraw," he could no longer contain himself and asked in a trembling voice, "But why, Your Majesty the Holy Pharaoh?"
Lin Ke glanced around at everyone and said in a heavy tone, "The World Conference is not, as people imagine, a place to reconcile relations between countries and promote win-win cooperation among nations."
"On the contrary, it became an evil place where power politics were prominent, conflicts were intensified, and small countries were bullied."
Disappointment was evident on the faces of all four leaders. Ever since Lin Ke mentioned the World Conference to them last time, they had been longing for and looking forward to the highest meeting of all nations in the world.
Kamul had no doubt about Lin Ke's words. He only asked with concern, "But if the World Conference is like this, what will be the consequences if we voluntarily withdraw from it?"
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