Chapter 1653: The contract is concluded!
Burns Interstellar Civilization
The twelve-hour wait time hasn't even arrived yet; it's only been six hours.
President Yi Dawei and others then met Burns, the chief secretary.
After knocking and receiving permission, the Chief Secretary Burns went to the room where President Yi Dawei and others were being housed. He walked up to President Yi Dawei with a serious expression.
"President Yi, I apologize for keeping you all waiting."
Now please follow me.
Bank President Yi Dawei stood up, straightened his clothes, and smiled as he extended his hand: "Please lead the way."
His gaze swept over the expression on the face of the Chief Secretary of State Burns, noting down even the most subtle facial expressions.
Judging from the current attitude of the Burns Supreme Secretary towards them, the higher-ups of the Burns interstellar civilization must take this matter quite seriously.
There shouldn't be any major issues finalizing this matter; the only potential problems might lie in some data and allocation details.
This is what professionals like them should do.
With these thoughts in mind, President Yi Dawei and others followed the Chief Secretary of Burns to a parliamentary room.
This council chamber is much larger than the previous one, and it is also more formal and magnificent.
This is a white, V-shaped conference room, with a corridor in the middle instead of a table.
On both sides of the corridor are rows of chairs.
High-ranking officials from the Burns Interstellar Civilization were already seated on one side.
The person sitting in the middle wore a special badge on his chest.
President Yi Dawei recognized the badge at first glance.
This is the leader's badge representing the highest governor of Burns, symbolizing the legacy of the Burns interstellar civilization.
Therefore, this person's identity is Burns's Chief Executive.
Although he recognized the man's identity, President Yi Dawei did not show excessive enthusiasm and continued to maintain a humble yet assertive demeanor.
At this point, Secretary General Burns stepped between the two sides.
The high-ranking officials of the Burns interstellar civilization also stood up.
"This is the first time we've all met, so let me introduce myself."
This is President Yi Dawei, the president of the newly established Xiaolong Industrial Interstellar Investment Bank of the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire.
Previously, he was the vice president of the Central Bank of the Dragon Star Empire.
It holds a pivotal position within the Dragon Star Empire.
"These are all subordinates of President Yi Dawei on this trip, and they are also his elite troops..." After introducing President Yi Dawei's group, the Chief Secretary of Burns finished introducing the people on President Yi Dawei's side.
Then the Burns Supreme Secretary pointed to the man wearing the leader's badge: "This is Mr. Harisaka, the 139th Supreme Governor of our Burns Interstellar Civilization."
President Yi smiled as he watched the Burns chief executive bow slightly.
Burns, the highest-ranking official, also returned the gift.
"These are the members of our Burns Interstellar Civilization Cabinet: the Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Minister of Finance, the Minister of Defense, the Minister of the Interior..." The Burns Supreme Secretary introduced each of them.
People from both sides greeted each other.
"Now that the introductions are complete, please take your seats," said Secretary General Burns, gesturing to the seats opposite him.
Then he stood in the middle, acting like a host.
Perhaps this is one way the Burns interstellar civilization holds meetings.
President Yi Dawei didn't seem to mind and sat down in the opposite seat with his subordinates.
As they sat down, a transparent, buoyant table appeared in front of President Yi Dawei and the others, allowing them to place their hands directly on it.
President Yi Dawei has a straightforward personality.
Let's not stand on ceremony here.
Let's get straight to the point.
Mr. Yi Dawei, regarding the investment project you mentioned earlier concerning our Wilcox Galaxy Development Plan, I have already discussed this matter with our Supreme Ruler and all the ministers of the Cabinet.
After our discussion.
We are very pleased to engage in this collaboration with Dragon Star Empire.
To deepen the relationship between our two sides.
However, we still need to clarify some of the items regarding cooperation.” Secretary General Burns opened the main body of the meeting.
"Speak freely."
As I mentioned to the Secretary-General before, the proposal we put forward is not the final one, but just a reference for everyone.
"We can discuss the specifics of our cooperation," President Yi Dawei said with a smile.
"Since the bank president is so straightforward..."
Then I'll go first.
Everyone knows that the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire is currently at the height of its power, and no other interstellar civilization can match its overall strength.
If the Dragon Star Empire wants to use force to coerce us with this kind of cooperation, to be honest, we have no other choice.
However, His Majesty the Emperor of the Dragon Kings has shown us great respect by sending you and others to meet with us.
Furthermore, the cooperation also demonstrated the sincerity of the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire.
We are not ungrateful people.
We are willing to carry out this cooperation plan.
However, there is one thing we need to establish first.
"That is, will the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire use this as an excuse to send troops to our Burns Interstellar Civilization!" The Minister of Defense issued the statement at this time.
The issue raised is also within his area of responsibility.
Upon hearing this question...
President Yi Dawei smiled slightly and said, "Please rest assured on that point."
During the cooperation, we will never send our legion fleets to the territory of any interstellar civilization without a reason, and naturally we will not enter the Burns interstellar civilization.
However, there is one point we need to clarify.
That means that during the cooperation process, we will send technical personnel and staff to the Burns interstellar civilization.
We will not send a legion fleet, but we will deploy the necessary security forces, which will only carry the necessary security-level weapons.
This is also to ensure the safety of our important personnel.
At the same time, we also need your guarantee of the safety of our scientific and technical personnel and staff.
What happened to the Majas Interstellar Empire, we do not want to happen again to the Burns Interstellar Civilization.
The meaning behind President Yi Dawei's words is already quite clear.
I will not use force unless it threatens the safety of my personnel.
However, if something similar to the Mehran interstellar empire were to happen, then don't blame them for resorting to special methods.
The Minister of the Interior then spoke up, saying, "Please rest assured, Mr. Bank President and His Majesty Emperor Xiaolong."
"We will ensure the safety of all personnel sent by the Dragon Star Empire, and guarantee that no one will dare to harm a single hair on their head!"
These conditions are very reasonable, and no one would refuse them.
After all, they sent people to cooperate on your turf. If you can't even guarantee their safety...
It's perfectly reasonable for them to pursue the matter.
The Chancellor of the Exchequer then asked: "Regarding the details of the cooperation, it was mentioned that we could be provided with T5 or T6 level production tools through leasing or sales."
But can the delivery time for these production tools be determined?
After all, the delivery time is also very important.
Delivery in six months, one year, or five years.
The difference before and after is quite significant.
President Yi Dawei smiled and said, "We can also include this in the contract."
I cannot guarantee the exact figures at the moment; they need to be compiled by a professional department.
However, I can guarantee that all the production tools I mentioned earlier can be delivered within three years.
The delivery time for each part will depend on the construction progress and may be divided into about six phases, with each phase delivering a portion.
This will ensure the needs of the Wilcotes system development project are met, while also reducing our workload.
As you all know, the industrial sector of our Dragon Star Empire currently bears a considerable burden.
It's unrealistic to expect to deliver everything in one go in a short period of time.
Rather than promising unrealistic things and disappointing everyone later, it's better to explain everything clearly now.
Everyone has a general idea in their hearts.
As for the specific time, if you want to confirm it first...
I can immediately arrange for my people and a dedicated department to produce accurate figures within three hours. If the figures are not satisfactory, we can discuss it further.
Upon hearing Governor Yi Dawei's answer, the Chancellor of the Exchequer nodded in satisfaction, sensing the other party's sincerity in seeking cooperation.
"Another point is whether we can finalize the terms for the purchase of these leased interstellar warships in advance."
For example, the purchase price, the level of discounts, and so on. "The Chancellor of the Exchequer raised another key question."
It's clear that they are very interested in these JF-17 series production tools.
This was to be expected. Putting aside the T5 level tools, just looking at the T6 level production tools, how could anyone not be tempted?
“These can all be agreed upon in advance and written into the cooperation agreement,” President Yi Dawei nodded and said.
After several important pieces of information were confirmed.
The conversation became much more relaxed, and various questions were raised.
But after the first few important issues have been confirmed, the remaining issues are mostly minor.
After only half an hour of conversation, both parties had reached a preliminary agreement.
"Since we both have the same idea, the next step is to finalize some important details of the contract."
Now that everyone is here...
Let's just wait here for all the data to come out, and then determine if there are any problems.
Any issues should be discussed and revised on the spot until both parties have no further objections, at which point a contract or agreement will be signed.
"What do you all think?" President Yi Dawei said, his eyes gleaming as if he could already see a victorious general.
The high-ranking officials of the Burns interstellar civilization exchanged glances, their gazes all falling on the Burns Supreme Administrator.
After thinking for a moment, the Supreme Commander Burns said, "Since you are so agreeable, then let's do it this way."
However, considering the time constraints, we can enjoy the food and wine of our civilization while finalizing the contract.
"Then I shall respectfully comply."
Next, we need to obtain accurate data one by one.
Then Burns, the chief executive officer, and David E. Smith, the president, signed the contracts one by one.
Another ten hours passed.
Finally, President David Yi stood up and walked up to Burns, the highest-ranking official.
Burns, the chief executive officer, also stood up, and the two shook hands.
“Your Excellency, I assure you, this will be a great collaboration.”
"It will bring unparalleled prosperity to the future of the Burns interstellar civilization!" President Yi Dawei said firmly.
"I also look forward to our collaboration."
Thus, the contract agreement between the Dragon Star Empire and the Burns Star Civilization was reached.
This good news was immediately relayed back to the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire. With permission, it was 'quietly' leaked, alarming all the known cosmic civilizations that were still wavering.
This prompted many cosmic civilizations that were still contemplating to finalize their ideas and reach a cooperation agreement with the Dragon Star Empire.
The contract that President Yi Dawei negotiated on behalf of Xiaolong Industrial Interstellar Investment Bank was not actually a signed agreement.
But it is indeed the largest order signed so far.
On the bridge of the Dragon Emperor interstellar command ship, Zhao Chen looked at the contract and read it countless times.
Especially on the numbers and signature on the last page.
Zhao Chen could barely contain his smile.
"This Yi Dawei, his Xiaolong Industrial Interstellar Investment Bank has a good start."
I used to wonder why their investment bank hadn't opened for business for so long.
Their interstellar investment bank has already signed several contracts.
There wasn't a single one for him.
So it turns out they've been holding back this big thing for me." Zhao Chen's smile was still beaming as he spoke.
Lilith, Zhao Chen's secretary, also praised, "This cooperation was well negotiated."
On the surface, it appears to be just an investment in a resource star system development project that yields significant returns.
But in reality, this batch of interstellar warships was also to be sold.
And I estimate that the first round of funding will be recovered very quickly.
The Burns interstellar civilization doesn't have enough funds to buy all our interstellar warships, but they certainly won't keep the money and waste it renting our interstellar warships.
When we hand over our first batch of interstellar warships to them, they will inevitably spend a fortune to purchase a batch.
I've calculated the current financial reserves of the Burns interstellar civilization; they're at least several hundred trillion star coins, enough to buy several interstellar warships without any problem.
"Haha, that's right."
Yi Dawei did a great job. I'll celebrate with him when he gets back.
With such a transaction, you can get your funds back in no time and even make a big profit!
"Well done!" Zhao Chen said with a smile.
How could I not be happy about making money?
And they made so much money all at once.
"And it also indirectly encouraged us, as such a large interstellar power as the Burns Interstellar Civilization was willing to cooperate with us."
Those interstellar civilizations that were observing naturally no longer needed to observe.