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In the special conference room of the Vessel of Glory, the four of Xiahoulin were sitting in their respective seats. Pen ~ Fun ~ Pavilion www.biquge.info and the picture of the background wall is transformed into the planet Aarasky, the only planet in the galaxy that produces the spice Maggi Blue.

"The armed forces of this planet, in front of our troops, are simply vulnerable. If I send troops, I can be sure that I will capture the main cities on the planet in twenty-four hours. Jilena's face was full of confidence, the strength of the other party was really not enough in front of her own troops.

It turned out that shortly after the Vessel of Glory lifted off, Jilena sent out a small reconnaissance plane and spy robots. Soon the military power of the ruler of the planet Araksky was investigated.

So Gilena proposed the easiest way, which was to take the planet as quickly as possible. Then control the spice collection equipment here and complete the tasks of space layout in the shortest possible time.

As for what will happen to the Empire in this galaxy. You don't have to worry about it at all, anyway, everyone may return to the cube space at that time.

For Gilliana's approach, it is clear that everyone has other suggestions. After reading the information of the reconnaissance plane, Laxis smiled and said to everyone: "Actually, there is no need for us to be so violent, the current ruler of this planet is the Duke of Atreides family.

This family has a very wide influence in the Galactic Empire. Even the emperor was suspicious of the duke of the family, and the other party knew this. But we can cooperate with this duke, and with the help of this land snake, then it will be much easier for us to mine spices on this planet. ”

After hearing Laxis's words, Gilena fell into deep thought. And Qiu Yue didn't open her mouth as always, and now she is mainly responsible for the scientific research part.

Therefore, in Qiuyue's opinion, if she gets spices, she doesn't care at all. The only thing I like is how to get enough spices for research.

"Do you want to wait for the conflict between the emperor and the duke to explode, and then we will join forces with the duke?" Xia Houlin looked at Laxis, who kept a smile on his face, although the other party did not say anything. But that smile has proven everything.

I have to say that Laxis's analysis is correct, according to the original historical trend of the Dune World. It was because of the Emperor's suspicion of Duke Atreides that he secretly sent his Shaduka commando to assist the Harkenny family. This eventually led to the defeat of the Duke's forces.

However, if your own forces suddenly join the war that may be fought in the future, then the final result will be completely different.

The Empire's Shaduka Commandos may be powerful, but compared to the Brilliant Weapon Battle Group, their combat effectiveness is completely inadequate.

Moreover, if you help Duke Atreides defeat the enemy, they will also give you a convenient way to mine spices on the planet Arrakis.

"In fact, on this planet, there is not only the power of Duke Atreides. The indigenous Fereman people who live on this planet. These people are experts at sandworms in the dunes. With the help of these people, our gathering operations in the desert would be much safer. "Xiahoulin knows very well what kind of fighting power those aborigines living in the desert have.

These Fereman people, who live in the harsh desert, not only know everything about the desert, but most importantly, they are able to drive sandworms.

This ability is very terrifying on the sand dunes of the planet that is dissatisfied with the desert. Because in ground combat, there are no modern mechanical weapons that can resist the elusive surprise attack of these huge sandworms.

Moreover, the Fereman people are very xenophobic, and they hate the gathering troops sent by the Empire. Therefore, if they have the ability, these people will sneak up and destroy the Empire's collection equipment.

"Are these Feremans easy to deal with, you said they are more xenophobic." Gilena was a little skeptical about the feasibility of the method that Xiahoulin said, otherwise the empire would not have had any way to deal with those people.

"Of course it's hard to deal with, but I know what these people need. Do what you like, and I believe it will be successful. Xia Houlin said with a smile, he really knew what these people needed. What desert peoples want most is living materials and a good living environment. This is not much different from the Arab peoples of North Africa and the Middle East on the planet.

"Dune....do these people need water and food?" Laxis immediately thought of this important thing, to live in the desert, these materials are more important to humanity than anything.

"Yes, the people here need water and food, and the locals don't pay much attention to the spices of the desert. They mainly use these spices to exchange with the outside world for necessary living materials. Xia Houlin said this, and everyone also knew what to do next.

These indigenous people have safe spice-gathering areas, but they lack supplies. For yourself, it is really a very good trading partner.

Moreover, the demands of the natives are simple, and they will not be like those greedy imperial officials. As long as the conditions are negotiated, you can get a safe collection environment. It was only a matter of time before the hundred tons of spices needed to complete the space.

Qiu Yue, who had not spoken, finally spoke up: "I agree with this proposal, water and food are in our hands, it is really not a problem." These natives living in the desert are very strong warriors, and they are worthy of use and better forces. ”

"In that case, let's get in touch with the native Fereman tribe first. And then wait for the birth of historical events, and when the duke can't support it anymore, we will help him again, and it will always be unforgettable. Xia Houlin saw that everyone agreed with this suggestion, so he immediately made a decision on the next plan.

In the desert of southern Arrakis, there are many desolate rocky mountains. It's far from the only city on the planet, and even spice-gathering teams rarely set foot here.

The hotter sun in the sky was baking the earth as always, and the temperature in the air continued to remain high at about 60 degrees.

Under the baking of such a high-temperature environment, human beings do not have special means of protection. In a short period of time, they will die of rapid dehydration.

However, today, this desert area is inaccessible and has ushered in a spaceship with optical invisibility turned on.

Charhoulin and Laxis took a small transport ship to this rocky mountainous area in the heart of the desert.

Previously, the Brilliant Vessel sent a large number of reconnaissance planes and other equipment to begin a detailed investigation of the planet Achilles. And there were traces of the Feremans, and one of the immortal people haunted the barren mountain and rocks.

"This is where Ferreman lived, if not with your own eyes. I can't believe that humans can survive in such an environment where there is no food and no water to grow. Laxis looked at the screen, the desolate mountain areas.

There is no greenery, no water source, let alone animals. Such an extreme death environment is not suitable for the survival of the vast majority of deaths. However, the reconnaissance plane has already appeared, and many human body signals have responded.

"That's what makes the people of Fereman special, in the middle of this sea of sand. They are veritable serpents, and no outsider is as familiar with the desert environment as they are. Xia Houlin looked at the lifeless desert environment in front of him, if it weren't for the intelligence returned by the reconnaissance plane. I wouldn't have believed that there would be humans alive here.

"Then how are we going to get in touch with the Fereman and go straight down?" Laxis looked at the entrances to several caves hidden in the rocky canyons, and if she broke into them, she was afraid that she would be the first to be attacked by the natives. If such a conflict breaks out, it will not be everyone's intention.

"Of course, we went directly, and these indigenous people don't threaten us yet. Of course, when visiting these people, you still have to bring some gifts. Xia Houlin smiled and turned around and walked in the direction of the hangar, where he had already prepared a greeting gift.

Five minutes later, a 6-boat slowly descended into a rocky canyon. Dressed in battle suits and protected by a group of Revived soldiers, Charholyn and Laxis arrived in a cave in three hoverships.

However, before Xia Houlin and the others got out of the car, many people wearing protective clothing and holding weapons suddenly appeared in the originally empty hills around them. These people immediately surrounded Xiahoulin and Laxis and their group, apparently attacking if they disagreed.

"The Fereman people are really not simple, the reconnaissance plane we sent before actually didn't show these people hiding in the mountains." Laxis looked through the window at the Feremans. The other party actually blended in perfectly with the surrounding environment, avoiding the perception of the reconnaissance plane. It is no wonder that for so many years, the Empire has not done anything about these indigenous people.

"If they didn't do it at the first time, it means that there is still something to talk about. I'm sure these people will accept our proposal. After Xia Houlin said this, he stretched out his hand and opened the car door and walked out.

Xiahoulin looked around at the Fereman people under the scorching sun, and then said, "I am a merchant who has come here to trade with your tribe, please come out and talk to those who can call the shots!" ”

After those Fereman warriors heard Xiahoulin's words, they didn't make any move. It still maintained its previous movements, and at the same time, in the hole in front of him, there were also many Fereman warriors with weapons in their hands.

Although Xiahoulin was defended, he did not have the slightest nervousness. One is because they are confident in their own strength, and because although the Fereman people are xenophobic, they will not slaughter merchants indiscriminately. After all, many of the materials they needed were obtained by merchants.

Sure enough, after waiting for about five minutes, a masked Fereman man was under the protection of several guards. Walking down from the cave, he came to a position about five meters in front of Xiahoulin, and then said bluntly: "What kind of caravan are you, why do you know the location of our tribe?" ”

"Of course you haven't seen my new caravan. As for knowing the location of your tribe, it also appeared unintentionally. Would you like to take a look at the gifts and merchandise I brought? Xia Houlin looked at this Fereman leader, since this old man is willing to come out to meet, then it means that the two sides can talk.

After looking at Xiahoulin for a minute, the Fereman leader nodded, and then said, "Yes, you can only enter the cave with me alone. ”

Xia Houlin did not object to this proposal, turned around and walked towards the hovertransport truck. Since you have to negotiate with the other party, it is also a good start to send some gifts first.

After entering the cave of the Fereman, Xiahoulin found that the temperature here was at least half lower than outside. At most, it is only about 30 degrees, which is already suitable for human habitation.

And these Fereman people use these natural caves as shelters are indeed ingenious. There are so many cave passages here that if you are not familiar with the terrain, once you enter this place, it is equivalent to stepping into a labyrinth.

And out of the need for defense, the Fereman also set up a number of deadly traps in the passage. If you don't fall into these traps, you will definitely die.

Soon Shahoulin met with the elder of the Fereman tribe, an elderly Fereman with a big white beard. In the Ferreman tribe with difficult conditions, the people who can live to this age are all wise men with knowledge and experience.

The elder looked at Xiahou Lin, who was dressed in silver armor, and said in a slightly hoarse voice, "Hello, mysterious stranger, welcome to our tribe. ”

"Hello, Elder. When we first met, these gifts were given to the tribe by me, and I hope you will be able to use them. Xiahoulin pointed to the two large cardboard boxes carried by the Fereman warriors and motioned for them to open them.

With the elder nodding, the two warriors opened the large cardboard box. When they saw the gifts placed inside, they couldn't help but let out a sound of surprise, which immediately attracted the attention of all the Fereman people present.

When the two Fereman saw the eyes of the crowd looking at them, they immediately excitedly brought out the contents of the box, which was a five-liter bottle of mineral water.

The people of Fereman who live in the desert value water the most. They don't waste any liquid water, which means life in the desert.

The Fereman elder looked at twenty-four bottles of mineral water, neatly stacked on the ground. He turned his gaze to Xiahou Lin and asked again, "Stranger, what kind of deal do you want to make with our tribe?" ”

After seeing this Elder Fereman ask, Xia Houlin knew that the other party already wanted to trade. In this way, the tasks of the first phase can be carried out smoothly.

After talking to Elder Fereman for about half an hour, Laxis walked into the cave under the leadership of Fereman's warriors, carrying five tons of grain and ten tons of mineral water.

Xiahoulin made a deal with the Elder Fereman, and he provided food and other supplies at the best price in exchange for spices collected by the tribe. It will also provide a spice gathering area and send warriors to guard it.

Moreover, the Great Elder also promised to contact other tribes to exchange their spices for daily necessities.

It turned out that the supplies provided by Xiahoulin were too abundant, and he promised Elder Fereman to provide them with a kind of mushroom that could be grown in the cave.

Of course, the supply of weapons to the Feremen was also an important condition, and the empire wanted to limit the power of the Feremen. For a long time, the planet Arrakis has been subject to strict weapon management.

As a result, the weapons in the hands of the Fereman people are relatively similar to those of the emperor, which can be described as simple. However, the weapon was too simple for Xiahoulin's side.

By the time Charhoulin and Laxis left the Fereman tribe, their cart was loaded with ten kilograms of spices. And the value of these spices, in the rest of the galaxy, is enough to buy an entire galaxy.

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