In an unexpected twist of galactic politics, the United Nations Space Command (UNSC) has announced that they will consult the famed Lounge of Legendary Dim Sum (LLDS) in an effort to bolster interstellar relations with the newly encountered dragon species, the Draconius Diplomaticus. The move has left many scratching their heads — and some rolling their eyes — as the fate of humanity appears to hinge on perfectly folded dumplings. The decision was made following a summit in which Admiral Chao Ping, a self-proclaimed dim sum connoisseur, argued that “no war has ever started over shrimp dumplings.” This unconventional approach to diplomacy has led the UNSC to believe that a lunch date might be the key to fostering peace with beings that can fly, breathe fire, and live for centuries. In a press release, the UNSC stated, “Why meet with the Draconius to discuss weapons of mass destruction when we can discuss buns with a side of soy sauce?” Admiral Ping further explained, “It’s hard to drop bombs on each other when you’re too busy enjoying a good bao.” Initially, the Draconius were skeptical. When approached by human ambassadors, they roared with laughter, which, it turns out, meant that they were open to the idea, thereby striking fear (and crumbs) into nearby marines. A peace summit featuring dim sum delicacies is scheduled to take place in the newly established Peaceful Palate Pavilion aboard the UNSC flagship, the Snack Attack. As the governors of various dragon clans ponder their attendance, discussions have erupted about the proper etiquette when handling these delicacies. The Draconius are notoriously fond of their own fiery customs, which involve eating food that is either extremely hot (in temperature) or extremely hot (in spiciness). This has led to serious deliberations about whether to serve pork buns at the meeting or opt for something more fire-resistant, like steamed vegetables—just in case. Meanwhile, accusations have surfaced regarding Admiral Ping's motives. Speculations suggest that he has a secret agenda to crown himself "Supreme Dim Sum Overlord," while still keeping the peace among the galaxy’s most powerful dragons. The rumor mill has also hinted that hidden within the menu may be a rare delicacy known as “Fried Friendship,” rumored to spark unity when paired with “Peaceful Potstickers.” Worried about the museum-worthy collections of civilization-threatening armaments in the room next door, Defense Minister Jin Roll demanded that the ever-hungry dragons leave their breath weapons at the door. “We can’t risk ‘getting scorched’ over a game of chopsticks,” he grumbled, while secretly practicing his dim sum skills, lest a fiery dispute arise over filling proportions. Yet, as the date nears, ordinary citizens are divided on the efficacy of this strategy. Some are enthused, fervently crafting dragon-shaped dim sum to create an atmosphere of goodwill, while others have launched a campaign entitled "Not All Factors are Finger Foods," believing this to be just another ill-fated attempt to impress. As preparations continue, one thing remains certain: if all else fails, the Draconius might just leave with a full belly and great stories—a far better outcome than having to bypass galactic conflict. The results of this interspecies culinary clash are expected to be served up hot, but who ends up crispy remains to be seen. For now, at least, it seems peace is just a dim sum away!