After the Elder spoke with a hint of excitement in his usually stoic demeanor, shock washed over the faces of all the tribal elders, including T’Challa, who sat on the throne, and his mother. However, T’Challa managed to regain his composure more quickly, maintaining his regal calmness.
However, the tribal elders sitting on either side of the room weren’t as composed. Whether they were part of the progressive faction supporting T’Challa or the conservative faction reluctant to engage with the outside world, their mouths were slightly agape in astonishment.
Two seconds later, they managed to catch their breath and close their mouths. But the next moment, a wave of excited and noisy voices filled the entire chamber.
Naturally, the conservative elders were furious, discussing vehemently what basis the Elder had for making such claims and why their ancestors would have harbored intentions of returning to Earth.
After all, their tribes had been passed down through generations in Wakanda. While they might not hold as much influence in Wakanda as the Elder who had followed the previous king for most of his life, they certainly believed they knew Wakanda’s history as well as he did.
The progressives, on the other hand, while fewer in number, seemed more spirited after hearing the Elder’s revelation. If what the Elder had said was true, it indicated that Wakanda’s ancestors had harbored plans to return to Earth hundreds of years ago. Perhaps this was the opportune moment for that plan to be realized!
“Elder, is what you just said… all true?” Before the outraged conservative tribal elders could voice their questions, T’Challa, seated in the main position, controlled his emotions and addressed the Elder seated below.
As T’Challa spoke, the vast meeting room quickly fell silent. All eyes were now focused on the Elder. Under the gaze of dozens of Wakanda’s most influential elders and the young king, the Elder, appearing rather calm, replied with a straightforward “Yes!”
Although the Elder didn’t present any evidence, his stature alone was enough to lend credibility to his words. In other words, what the Elder had said was considered truthful by everyone present. Wakanda’s ancestors hadn’t planned to remain hidden within this unique space forever.
After the Elder’s response, T’Challa couldn’t hide his excitement, and the progressive tribal elders’ expressions became even more apparent. Upon closer examination, it made sense that Wakanda’s ancestors would have made such a decision.
While Wakanda’s current location was hidden and secure, it was only in comparison to Earth’s current status. If Earth continued to develop rapidly, it would inevitably discover the true Wakanda. Moreover, considering Wakanda’s own technological advancement, this space wouldn’t be able to sustain their civilization for much longer.
Furthermore, Earth had already faced two invasions from extraterrestrial civilizations and powerful dimensional beings. The possibility of Wakanda remaining hidden was dwindling. Even if Earth didn’t discover them, these enigmatic visitors from other dimensions and extraterrestrial civilizations would undoubtedly find Wakanda.
This time, the discussions and excitement in the meeting room lasted for a long time before gradually subsiding. Once everyone had regained their composure and their expressions of excitement or disbelief had faded, the Elder had also taken a moment to rest in his chair.
Although the elders from various tribes had regained their composure, they continued to gaze intently at the Elder. However, the Elder didn’t seem inclined to say much more. It appeared that, from his perspective, he had already said what he needed to say.
“Elder, do you believe it’s time for a change in Wakanda’s current state?” T’Challa finally broke the silence, looking at the Elder seated beside him as he spoke.
As T’Challa spoke, the vast meeting room fell silent once more, and everyone’s attention quickly focused on the Elder.
Under the gaze of dozens of Wakanda’s most influential elders and the young king, the Elder raised an eyebrow slightly, and then, with calm eyes that held a hint of depth, he replied, “Change… actually began many years ago.”
Everyone: “…”
The major conference convened by T’Challa had taken an unexpected turn with the appearance of the Elder and the revelation of Wakanda’s hidden history, as well as some brief mentions of actions taken by previous kings. It dawned on the tribal elders of Wakanda that their nation had already begun communication and contact with Earth.
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Buzz~
As Lin Rui and Bucky were strolling through the grasslands of the nomadic tribe with Shuri, the Yomoji Pearl on Shuri’s wrist vibrated slightly. It was a message from T’Challa, indicating that the meeting had concluded on his end.
As Shuri took a few steps away, Lin Rui also noticed that she had received a message from T’Challa. Although he was curious about the outcome of T’Challa’s meeting, Lin Rui couldn’t eavesdrop at this moment.
“All right, I understand, brother,” Shuri replied briefly after exchanging a few words with T’Challa.
Then, Shuri returned to Lin Rui and Bucky. “Is there anywhere else you’d like to visit, Ambassador?”
“Princess Shuri, please spare me the jokes. Is there any news from His Majesty the King?” Lin Rui smiled wryly and asked.
Since Lin Rui had revealed his identity to them and had worked with Rogers to inform T’Challa and the others that SHIELD had some knowledge of Wakanda and had sent Lin Rui, a multi-identity youngster, as a diplomatic envoy for friendly exchanges with Wakanda, he naturally wanted to know the outcome of the meeting now that the plot had been altered.
“Don’t worry; there’s no bad news. Although Wakanda has some conservative tribes that prefer isolation, there are also tribes willing to engage with the outside world. So, perhaps what you proposed has a chance of success,” Shuri replied with a gleam in her eyes as she looked at Lin Rui.
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