A quarter of an hour passed quickly.

Even in the eyes of many people, such a short period of time is simply not enough for him to make such a crucial decision.

However, time waits for no one.

The Covenant has reached a critical point of life and death, and the turbulent situation has made the situation even more serious and urgent, and at this time, no parliamentarian will naively ask for more time for thought.

"It's time, now it's time to vote."

The originally sweet prompt sound of the staff was trembling slightly at this time.

Obviously, the unprecedented tension stirred everyone's nerves.

One second...... Three-second ...... Ten seconds......

A minute had passed, and not a single member of parliament or speaker had voted.

When more people were still fiercely "fighting between heaven and man", the green pillar of light representing consent on the light screen rose.

Soon, everyone who made the choice was exposed.

In a state where everyone remains absolutely still, even a slight movement is enough for everyone around them to clearly capture.

Some were stunned, others were angry.

Some frowned, others were relieved.

Eventually, everyone understood.

The first to cast a vote in favour was the "Beagle" Councillor Galilee, who is the only member of the "Beagle" to have a seat in Parliament.

Not smart enough, not brave enough.

It's just that the "Beagles", who are known for their reproductive power, are more like "orcs", but they are one of the few races in the "United States of the Star Alliance" that perform repetitive manual labor.

Status is directly proportional to ability, and the "Beagles" who have no ability have no status at all in the "United States of the Star Alliance".

If it weren't for the desire to appease this race, which could be regarded as having made a certain contribution to the field of labor, the "Beagles" would not have any place in parliament at all.

Seeing that it was Councillor Galleri who cast the first vote, Speaker Yuli closed his eyes slightly, and his heart was dripping blood.

Gallerie's choice is understandable, he has no status in the "United Star Alliance", and the "Beagles" can even be said to be slaves of the "United Star Alliance".

As a "slave civilization", why think so much, Councillor Galleri, who is not good at thinking, made a random choice, but it was a fatal blow to Yuli or the parliament.

Most mass civilizations have a "herd mentality".

Galleri's vote was only a slight boost to the green pillar of light that passed the deputies' motion, but it was enough.

Yuri could expect the number of votes to skyrocket in the future.

Sure enough, after a brief pause, more councillors began their choices.

The green pillar of light, like a fast-charging energy battery indicator icon, began to climb rapidly.

And the red pillar of light where the deputy's motion was rejected also moved.

Yuri has no doubt that the bill presided over by Speaker Fern of the "Totem Clan" will definitely pass.

Quite simply, because the racial representatives who have little status in the United States of the Star Alliance, they will probably make the same choice as Galeri.

For them, it makes no difference whether they are ruled by the powerful "Celestial Star Clan" or by the "alien civilization".

It is true that compared to the "alien civilization", which is an alien beast civilization, the "Celestial Star Clan" may be more gentle, at least they will do enough superficial work.

However, in the face of life and death, who will think about this, let's survive first and then talk about other things.

Yuli is well aware that the approval of these civilizations alone is not enough to change the situation.

However, this time it was a little different, and after it was determined that Matthew Star would not exaggerate, there were already contradictions within the "Celestial Star Clan".

Some conservatives believe that the "Celestial Star Clan" should put down their ridiculous self-esteem and choose to submit to the "alien civilization", because only in this way can the "Celestial Star Clan" continue to survive.

The other radicals are different, claiming that they would rather be destroyed in the flames of war than be a subordinate civilization of a different civilization, a slave of a group of ugly and hideous beasts.

Before this council was convened, Yuli had already received information.

More than half of the members of the "Celestial Star Clan" in parliament have been persuaded by conservatives.

In other words, when the weaker civilizations of the United Covenant choose to retreat, half of the members of the Celestial Clan will make the same choice.

Clenched his fists tightly, still digging his nails into his palms, Yuri's heart was full of anger, but there was also a sadness that could not be concealed.

"Three minutes are up, voting is closed."

Three minutes passed.

The staff's voice sounded in his ears, but Yuri couldn't hear anything clearly, the green pillar of light in his eyes that was half higher than the red pillar of light was so dazzling.

"Contact Admiral Matthew and tell him about the council's choice."

"At the same time, make a request to the alien civilization, and the council will send a delegation to visit their star field."

Speaker Fern stood up and said in a calm voice.

Standing up suddenly, Speaker Yuli was interrupted by a staff member's voice.

"I'm sorry."

"I just received a message from a different area, and it seems that our fleet has sent back a message."

On the platform in the corner of the council, a staff member stood up and said with some trepidation.

"What's the message?"

Fern didn't look at Speaker Yuri and asked hurriedly.

"It's a video message."

The staff looked down in confirmation, and then immediately responded.

"Put it on the stage of the council, right away."

Speaker Fern gave the order without hesitation.

The projector in the center of the conference room was turned on, and with the projection of light, a three-dimensional image appeared.

Matthew Star General, who is well known to everyone, appeared in the picture.

The star general's uniform is still straight, and Matthew's spirit looks good.

Sitting in the command chair on the bridge, he slowly opened his mouth.

"This may be the last time I send a message to the United States, as the alien civilization doesn't want to wait any longer."

"The next time it comes, it won't be my message, it may be an endless alien frenzy."

"According to my current understanding, the alien civilization chose to establish the alien alliance for some special reasons."

"This is still proposed by a spirit ruler as we know it, except that they claim to be the Human Federation."

"This human federation has always been sheltered by alien civilizations."

"I believe they can shelter a human federation that is weaker than us, and they will also shelter the more powerful United States."

"Joining the Alien Alliance is our only chance."

"If the Council chooses to refuse, I and I will lead the fleet to attack the alien civilizations, even if they can easily destroy us."

"If the council chooses to agree to join the Alien Alliance, I suggest that the council immediately organize a delegation to come to the other area for further negotiations."

"I'm Matthew, I'm still the star of the United States, and I'll respect the final decision of the council."

Matthew's narrative is not long, and with an impeccable military salute from him, the video message ends.