"A wise choice."
"Colorful Insect, it seems you've come to understand that interests are a more important bargaining chip than power. There are no eternal enemies, only eternal interests. Although the racial conflict between us is insurmountable, that doesn't prevent us from cooperating on certain matters."
How could Shi Ming not see through the Colorful Insect's little schemes?
But under the circumstances, he had to play along. After all, he couldn't provide the other value it wanted, so he could only offer some of that intangible 'emotional value' for now.
'Besides, it doesn't cost anything, right?'
The Colorful Insect spoke again.
"Hmph, human. If you truly want to cooperate, you should show sufficient sincerity, not seal me inside this tower and use me time and time again. But I suppose where you stand depends on where you sit. I can't be bothered with your position. This is the last chance for cooperation."
"So, tell me. What kind of cooperation do you have in mind?"
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