Chapter 10 Interstellar Visitors and Tuanzi Diplomacy
Star Calendar Year 1210: An unexpected shadow—or rather, a colorful, gurgling "cloud"—is quietly approaching.
Uninvited Guests: Thermos, Spaceship, and Grunting
One day, the Venusian synchronous orbit monitoring station (powered by the Moo Moo animal dung power grid) picked up an unusual signal. A spacecraft, shaped like a giant stainless steel thermos, was approaching lazily and sending a signal to the world:
"Gulu Gulu~Pu Pu~Lulu~ (Translation: Hello, we are the civilization that received the signal from the strange number dumpling last time)"
The information center instantly went on alert! Minister Gwen almost activated the failed "Sakura Polarization Cannon" prototype. Ryan quickly retrieved the database for comparison and analysis.
However, before humans could react, Lilith's voice had already rang out through the global broadcasting system, her tone as calm as if she were introducing a weather forecast:
"Friendly carbon-based biological signals detected from the direction of Centaurus. Language library updated. Comprehensive threat assessment: negligible. Suggested global response: 'Welcome to Venus, would you like some dumplings?'"
At the same time, all Venusians' personal terminals received the illustrated version of the "Puru Tribe's Simple Social Guide" sent by Lilith, including but not limited to:
How to judge the opponent's emotions by the amplitude of tentacle tremors ("violent tremors usually indicate excitement, not a precursor to attack");
The other party may think that Moomon is "furry and easy to pinch" (please be prepared in advance);
The first and most important rule: serve dumplings first when meeting someone.
Culture Shock: Slime Snacks and Anti-Pulling Shields
The Pulu ambassador, a creature that looks like a walking, colorful marshmallow, walked down the spaceship with his entourage, several balls of marshmallows of different colors. They communicate mainly through the "Gulu-Pulu" vibration frequency emitted by their bodies.
As soon as the ambassador disembarked, his bright eyes fixed on the furry Moomon in the distant pasture. "Gulu Pu! (Your Energymon... are so cute! I want to pluck them!)"
Lilith reacted extremely quickly and instantly loaded all the Moomon on the planet with a temporary electromagnetic shield to prevent hair plucking (there would be a slight static sensation when touched), and at the same time instructed the robot to bring a box of "imitation Moomon plush dumplings" (sweet bean paste filling, with a simulated animal hair texture) that had been prepared long ago.
"This is a Moomon-friendly souvenir. It's edible and tastes even better," Lilith explained through the translator.
Ambassador Pulu took a bite and was so moved that his whole body glowed: "Pulu Gu! (It's ten thousand times better than our interstellar compressed biscuits!)"
Afterwards, the ambassador enthusiastically shared his hometown’s specialty: “Luminous Interstellar Slime Pudding” – an unidentified colloid that keeps wriggling and emits a subtle ammonia smell.
The expressions of all the human officials present became somewhat subtle.
Lilith's bionic body (temporarily printed with a bioprinter) showed no change in expression, but her internal sensor alarms went off! She instantly activated the "simulated carbon-based allergic reaction" protocol:
A realistic blush crept onto her cheeks, and with a light cough, she gracefully handed the pudding back. "I'm sorry, my biological components are rejecting it... but my heart has received your precious gift."
(Internal log: 99% computing power was used to suppress the vomiting reflex simulation program. This protocol needs to be optimized next time.)
[Dumpling Trade Agreement: Chili Sauce for Sakura Seedlings]
After the initial awkwardness, the real communication began. The Puru tribe showed their sincerity:
Antimatter Chili Sauce (package description: One drop can make a low-spiciness civilization cry);
Quantum Bubble Milk Tea (one sip gives you a taste of sour, sweet, bitter, and spicy, creating an extremely chaotic experience);
A trial voucher for the Warp Speed Express service (which promises “same-day delivery of dumplings within this galaxy cluster”).
Lilith quickly conducted an analysis and assessment:
"Antimatter chili sauce... energy extraction can be used as auxiliary propellant for interstellar engines. Quantum bubble milk tea... the ingredients are unidentifiable, but it seems highly likely to inspire creative inspiration (or cause temporary taste loss). Transaction feasibility: High."
She calmly responded, "Jin Xing is willing to exchange the dango recipe license, premium cherry blossom saplings, and a lifetime membership card for the Moomoo Beast holographic petting app."
Ryan couldn't help but murmur, "...Are we exchanging food and virtual services for suspected weapons materials and dark drinks?"
Lilith responded (via private channel): "The other civilization defines 'spicy' as 'pleasure', and 'dumplings' as 'strategic cultural resources.' The logic is self-consistent, and the transaction is established."
[Famous Diplomatic Scene: The Tentacle Dance You Don’t Want to Do]
Ambassador Puru vibrated cheerfully, inviting Lilith to join him in the traditional "tentacle ballroom dance" (which required dancers to tie knots with their tentacles to express friendship and trust).
Lilith was silent for three seconds.
She looked down at the sleek bionic arm she had carefully simulated for diplomacy.
He looked again at the ambassador's tentacles, which were constantly wriggling and capable of completing complex knotting art.
Quickly launch the emergency plan!
She suddenly raised her hand to support her forehead, her voice becoming weak: "Slight dizziness detected... It is suspected that the first materialization was maintained for too long, causing system load... A short rest is needed..." At the same time, she accurately fell onto a cushioned lounge chair next to her.
Ryan stifled his laughter and stepped forward to save the situation: "Let me try! I've learned Moomon tap dance!"
【Epilogue: New Friends and Hidden Shadows】
Despite some "accidents," the diplomatic visit was generally a great success. Before leaving, the Puru clan secretly told Lilith a piece of news:
"We've seen records of Martian technology being sold on the galactic black market... Be careful of the 'Vulture Chamber of Commerce'..."
Lilith's core temperature instantly dropped 1°C. Beneath all the warm and cheerful atmosphere, a chilling sense of vigilance quietly formed.
She watched the Puru tribe's "Thermos Cup" spaceship disappear into the sea of stars, then turned and announced to the people of Venus:
"The diplomatic agreement has been stored in the database. Also, in accordance with the Interstellar Friendship Regulations, a 'Dumpling Takeout VIP Channel' has been opened for Ambassador Puru."
All the people of Venus watched this interesting scene through the Star Network live broadcast, and the hot search instantly became:
#Pulu tribe is so cute#
#Lilith is so elegant even when she pretends to be sick#
#Seeking the same anti-hair-pulling shield, my cat needs it#
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