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Jiang Xiao turned around, his gaze once again falling on the top leader of the Shanghai-Hong Kong base.
The latter's face showed no emotional fluctuation, only calmness and determination, as if he had already expected this outcome.
"Time is running out. We must act immediately. We can be firm in our stance, but we have no right to refuse the demands made by the Deep Ones."
The leader calmly issued the order.
After a moment of silence, the voice of the highest-ranking commander inside the nuclear submarine came through the screen.
"Received, we will act as instructed."
Chapter 621 Reaching Agreement
A hint of surprise flashed in the high priest's eyes. He had not expected that humans would make concessions so quickly, especially on such a crucial matter as land.
It knows that for humans, territory is not simply a piece of land.
Territory symbolizes sovereignty, resources, and the blood, sweat, and memories of countless generations.
Especially resources!
The high priest remained silent for a moment, his gaze becoming complex, as if he were reassessing the value and intentions of the humans before him.
The Deep Ones are renowned for their intelligence; their understanding of humanity is far deeper than humans imagine.
The high priest knew that human history was full of struggles and changes, and that every loss of territory was accompanied by pain and resistance.
However, the fact that these humans are now willing to cede a portion of their land suggests that they have actually learned something from this crisis.
The high priest's doubts were like an unfathomable whirlpool at the bottom of the sea.
It slowly raised its head, its deep eyes staring directly at the supreme commander, as if trying to see into the depths of his soul through his eyes.
"Are you humans really willing to make such a sacrifice?"
The high priest's voice was deep and powerful, each word like an echo from the depths of the ocean.
The supreme commander did not hesitate at all; his gaze was firm.
"We are willing, we are willing to use this method to prove our sincerity and determination, and we also hope that this mistake can become an opportunity for us to make progress together."
The high priest remained silent.
Its gaze shifted to the other crew members inside the submarine, each of whose faces were filled with determination and anticipation.
It concerns the survival of their own homes and all their compatriots.
At that moment, everyone present was filled with the purest, most genuine emotions.
Finally, the high priest slowly nodded, indicating that he accepted the human's proposal.
"We, the Deep Ones, are willing to accept your sincerity."
The high priest's voice carried a barely perceptible hint of relaxation, perhaps because he too was worried that the humans might fight to the death.
"But we also have our principles. We will sign an agreement to ensure that this land will not be used against us. At the same time, we are willing to share some of our knowledge and technology with you, so that this mistake can become a starting point for mutual growth."
Very good!
Surprisingly, the other party was even willing to share some of their knowledge!
The atmosphere inside the submarine immediately eased considerably, and the crew members wore relieved smiles.
They knew that this was not just the resolution of a crisis, but a new beginning between humanity and the deep-sea divers.
The supreme commander bowed deeply to express his gratitude to the high priest.
"We will keep our promises, not only for ourselves, but also for the future of the world."
The high priest nodded again, his gaze piercing through the submarine's steel walls.
It's as if I can already see that future world, a world where humans and deep-sea creatures coexist harmoniously.
The air inside the nuclear submarine was becoming increasingly thin, and each breath felt like it was taking all the strength in the body.
The surviving team members were pale, their eyes almost lifeless. They knew that their fate was no longer in their own hands.
The Supreme Commander's face was deeply lined, and his eyes gleamed with a resolute yet helpless light.
He already knew that there was no turning back for them in this line of work.
Their physiological limits had almost reached a critical point, making it impossible for them to return to land.
They can only keep the nuclear submarine in its current position now, otherwise even the slightest change in pressure could be fatal to them.
He turned to the remaining team members, his voice weak but firm.
"We have no way out, but our sacrifice will build a bridge of peace between humanity and deep-sea divers. Our names will be engraved on the stone of history and become the cornerstone of the future world."
Although the team members were exhausted, they found a sliver of comfort in the words of the supreme commander.
The surviving team members supported each other, using their last bit of strength to nod in understanding and acceptance.
As the high priest watched this scene, a strange emotion arose in its heart.
These fragile creatures, with hair and pupils of various colors, clearly do not come from the same country.
Even in their final moments, they remained steadfast in their beliefs and commitments, a sight they had never witnessed in their long lives.
Perhaps this is why humans have been able to survive to such an extreme!
Despite constant internal strife, these individuals can unleash unparalleled synergy when faced with the threat of unification.
It slowly walked up to the supreme commander and spoke in its powerful voice.
"You are not necessarily going to die, although your bodies have reached their limit and cannot withstand any changes in pressure."
The high priest's voice echoed within the confined space of the nuclear submarine, carrying a hint of mystery.
"But we Deepseas have a way to bring your living people back to land."
The high priest continued, his eyes gleaming with the light of the deep sea, a profound and mysterious power.
what?
Do they still have a chance to get back alive?!
A surge of excitement welled up in the Supreme Commander's heart, and his throat tightened slightly, but he suppressed his emotions and asked steadily.
"High Priest, what can you do?"
The high priest did not answer immediately; he stretched out his palm, which shimmered with blue light.
The light gradually spread, forming an object resembling a crystal ball. The crystal ball seemed to contain the essence of the ocean, shimmering and beautiful, yet mysterious.
"This is a life pearl that we deep divers have condensed with our own power. It can temporarily protect your bodies and resist the pressure of the deep sea."
The high priest explained that with a gentle tap of its finger, the Pearl of Life slowly floated toward the supreme commander.
The Supreme Commander reached out and took the Pearl of Life, feeling a warm yet powerful force surge into his body.
His fatigue and weakness seemed to be relieved at this moment.
Seeing this, the team members all showed expressions of hope.
They knew this might be their only chance of survival.
The high priest continued.
“Each of you needs such a pearl of life, which will protect you until you return safely to land.”
As the high priest finished speaking, more Deep Ones emerged from the darkness behind him.
The expressions on the faces of these deep-sea divers ranged from disdain and relief to hostility and conflict.
The Deep Ones are also divided into different factions, and they just had a heated discussion about whether or not to exterminate humanity.
Now that the results are in, it's natural that some pro-war factions are unhappy.
Some of the deep-sea divers also held glowing beads of life in their hands, and they handed these beads to each team member.
One by one, the team members received the Pearl of Life. Their bodies gradually regained their vitality, their complexions changed from pale to rosy, and the light in their eyes was rekindled.
The supreme commander watched all this with gratitude in his heart.
He knew that without the help of the Deep Ones, they could not escape their fate of death.
“We will always remember your help, High Priest.”
The Supreme Commander spoke with deep emotion, his voice choking up again, but this time it was from being moved.
The high priest nodded slightly, his eyes revealing a wisdom of the deep sea.
And so, with the help of the deep-sea divers, the surviving team members began their journey back to land.
Jiang Xiao stood in the observation room of the Shanghai-Hong Kong base, clutching the communicator tightly in his hand, his shock still lingering.
His gaze pierced through the thick glass window, fixed on the turbulent sea outside, as if trying to find traces of a nuclear submarine in the dark, deep waters.
He could hardly believe it when the problem was solved so easily.
The deep-diving creatures were surprisingly willing to lend a helping hand, not only accepting the humans' concessions but also providing the Pearl of Life, giving the team members who were on the verge of despair a glimmer of hope.
Jiang Xiao's heart was filled with complex emotions.
To put it bluntly, he was also one of the planners of this operation and was well aware of the risks and sacrifices involved.