The scientists of the Shiling civilization were naturally in an uproar. After all, this energy robot was a culmination of their most advanced technology. Moreover, its power was immense. Even the Shiling civilization's most formidable spaceship was no match for it, let alone any other vessel.
Yet, such an incredibly powerful energy robot was directly suppressed by Su Han. Even its final self-detonation was brought under control by him.
After the experiment concluded, the Shiling scientists met with Su Han in a conference room, their faces beaming with joy.
During this meeting, the security chief of the laboratory still wanted to advise the Shiling scientists to be cautious, given Su Han's overwhelming strength, which worried them greatly.
However, the Shiling scientists simply stated, "Su Han is so powerful; if he intended to harm us, no amount of powerful defense would be of any use."
Thus, in the conference room, after a discussion between Su Han and these Shiling scientists, they promptly submitted a proposal to their superiors.
Upon receiving the information from their scientists, the highest echelons of the Shiling technological civilization convened a holographic conference.
After all, holographic conferences enabled participants to join, regardless of their distance, even light-years away, simply by activating the system.
"You've all seen the message sent by our top scientists," one of the Shiling leaders began.
"Indeed, we have. But Su Han is too formidable, isn't he? Our most advanced energy robot couldn't defeat him!" another replied.
"It appears that the Dragon Country civilization, to which Su Han belongs, is truly powerful in terms of technology."
"Even if this Dragon Country civilization hasn't reached the same level as our Shiling technological civilization, they possess extremely cutting-edge technology in individual enhancement. This technology is even more advanced than ours."
"Then, if this Dragon Country civilization wishes to collaborate with us, I think it's a good idea!"
"We can simply exchange some of our technologies that we no longer use for theirs."
"It's not that simple. If we don't offer our advanced technologies, the Dragon Country civilization won't exchange theirs either. After all, a civilization capable of developing such technology is not foolish."
"..."
After a period of discussion...
"Alright, we've all had our say. Now, let's vote: cooperate, or not!"
"I vote for no cooperation. Our Shiling technological civilization is so powerful; we don't need to cooperate with any other technological civilization."
"I vote for cooperation. The universe is vast, with countless regions yet unexplored even by our Shiling technological civilization. We cannot afford to be arrogant. This Dragon Country civilization has emerged in an unexplored region and has already reached a technological level comparable to ours."
"I vote for cooperation. By exchanging technologies, we can gain theirs and become even stronger."
"I also vote for cooperation..."
The conference concluded swiftly, with the vote resulting in cooperation with the Dragon Country.
Following the decision to cooperate, the high-ranking officials of the Shiling technological civilization soon arranged a meeting with Su Han.
This meeting was scheduled to take place in a vast laboratory.
This laboratory was capable of simulating practical technological scenarios or conducting live demonstrations.
By the time Su Han arrived, the Shiling technological civilization's high-ranking officials were already waiting.
Su Han observed that among them were several scientists he had encountered in the spherical laboratory.
"Greetings, Mr. Su Han. On behalf of the Shiling technological civilization, I welcome you," said the person seated in the center, extending a hand to greet Su Han.
This Shiling individual performed a customary salute with clasped hands. Su Han reciprocated the gesture.
The Shiling salute differed from the ancient Chinese style.
Across various galactic races, the salute of clasped hands was the preferred form of greeting. Handshakes, if attempted, could be lethal for those with toxic biological compositions.
Su Han replied, "I am also honored to visit the Shiling technological civilization."
The Shiling official in the center then stated, "Mr. Su Han, you mentioned in your prior documentation that you represent the Dragon Country civilization. I need to reconfirm this."
Su Han nodded, "Certainly, I can represent the Dragon Country civilization. If I agree to come here, it signifies the Dragon Country's acknowledgment."
At this point, the scientists among the high-ranking officials also greeted Su Han.
"Mr. Su Han, we meet again."
Su Han responded, "Indeed, we do. Esteemed Shiling scientists, I hadn't realized you were members of the Shiling technological civilization's higher echelons!"
One of the scientists standing there explained, "Naturally. Our Shiling technological civilization places immense importance on technology, hence the high status of our scientists. It is only fitting that we, as the most accomplished among them, have become high-ranking officials of the Shiling technological civilization."
Following a round of pleasantries, negotiations commenced.
One Shiling scientist gestured, and several holographic projections appeared, displaying footage of Su Han utilizing various techniques.
"Mr. Su Han, based on our analysis, your current technological capabilities encompass eight thousand six hundred and seventy-one distinct technologies. If there are any further hidden technologies, our analytical instruments are insufficient. We believe your most cutting-edge technologies lie in material reinforcement and energy compression and utilization. These are highly advanced fields, and we are willing to exchange our own sophisticated technologies for them."
The scientist then gestured again, revealing more technologies – specifically, those incorporated into the energy robot.
"We have utilized one hundred and six thousand three hundred and thirty-six technologies in this energy robot. How about we exchange the complete set of energy robot technologies for yours? Keep in mind, this represents over one hundred thousand distinct technologies."
Su Han shook his head, "No, no. You are overestimating the quantity of our technologies. We haven't reached the eight-thousand mark. Our technologies are less than one hundred in number. However, even with these less than one hundred technologies, if you were to offer the entire set of energy robot technologies, our Dragon Country civilization would still be at a disadvantage. Please, show me your other technologies first."