Summoning Earth [Hiatus]

Chapter 15: The World Will Know

February 6th, 1639, Cartalpas Government Building, Cartalpas Port City, Holy Milishial, First civilized area

The delegation walked into the Cartalpas government building, a structure steeped in the architectural style of the 1950s. The hallway was lined with meticulously cared-for plants on either side, and a red carpet was laid out in a formal display. Ahead, a large door marked the entrance to the diplomatic meeting room, though preparations had to be made before the discussions could commence. They were led to a designated waiting room to finalize these details.

Meanwhile, journalists and television crews were setting up their equipment. Among the media outlets such as MNT and Otaheit Times, were teams from CNN and the BBC. These prominent American networks were invited to document the diplomatic proceedings, reflecting the critical need for an objective perspective on this historic event. However, the military authorities had only permitted these two major media organizations to attend, a decision that sparked internal debate within the United States.

As the CNN and BBC crews set up their equipment, they attracted curious glances from the Elysian media personnel. The Earth-based journalists' sophisticated and intricate cameras intrigued their Elysian counterparts.

A reporter from Otaheit Times approached, curious. "Excuse me, which television network are you with?"

"BBC," replied one of the crew members, "It's probably the first time you've heard of us."

"You speak Muan? Interesting... Which country are you from?"

"The United States of America. And the language you're speaking is likely English, based on our side's pronunciation, which closely resembles that of the British."

"Really? It's surprising to discover that our languages are so similar."

As they found common ground in their cultures, the two sides began to discuss and share information. The Otaheit Times reporters eagerly exchanged knowledge with the BBC and CNN crews, while the MNT delegation looked on with frustration, hindered by the language barrier.

In the waiting room, American and Holy Milishial officials were engaged in intense discussions, meticulously preparing for the diplomatic negotiations set to take place in a few hours.

"The primary objective of this visit by the United States is to establish diplomatic relations with the Holy Milishial Empire, restore maritime order, and resolve ongoing international conflicts," one of the American diplomats explained.

"I understand, but what exactly do these international conflicts have to do with establishing diplomatic relations?" Perclas, a Holy Milishial diplomat, questioned his counterpart, Kortig.

"The maritime conflict between the Kingdom of Morocco and your Holy Milishial Empire. I believe both sides can resolve this through diplomatic channels. I've prepared a detailed report on the conflict, which I will hand over to you now," Kortig responded, presenting a report.

Perclas, visibly tense, took the document and glanced at it. He then turned to Kortig with a concerned expression. "Hmm... Are you sure this isn't some kind of diplomatic maneuver? Let's discuss this matter somewhere more private."

They stepped into a secluded area near the restrooms, where the American diplomat continued, "I assure you, this is no joke. I can provide you with evidence, and you can verify it yourself, Minister Perclas."

Perclas, now visibly unsettled, responded, "If this information leaks, it could cause chaos within our government and military. The idea of a superpower losing in a conflict is unthinkable in our world. It would be like a fighter jet being shot down by an ancient bow and arrow."