"And now," Lilla said after a moment, her gray eyes scanning the table, "that we are all on the same page, I have a proposition to make." She allowed a slight smile to grace her lips, though her tone remained as measured and composed as ever.
The captains and politicians leaned in slightly with their curiosity piqued.
One of the destroyer captains cleared his throat, breaking the silence. "A proposition, holy maiden? If I may ask, what exactly do you have in mind?"
Lilla gestured to the hologram of the oceanic planet, the shimmering blue sphere spinning slowly above the table.
"The oceanic world represents an opportunity. It is strategically valuable, not only for its resources but also for its location. However, its history has made it a target of interest for powerful factions."