Cyberzaun, Machinarium

"That depends on how well Miss Jinx protects me."

"Let me think about it... Okay, three, two, one, I've thought about it, just leave it to me." The girl laughed and turned around to hug Little Finger's neck, taking advantage of the noisy cheers due to the pirate being hanged, she gently kissed him on the lips.

Carrying Jinx on his back, Enoch left the revelry crowd and returned to the factory office that felt like home. He looked at the rare guest waiting outside the door in surprise.

"This really surprises me. I am really sorry that the two congressmen have come to visit us."

Jace and Mel, who was wearing a mask, stood up together and nodded slightly to Enoch.

After gently patting the girl's thigh, Jinx reluctantly got off Little Finger's back and deliberately blew the bubble gum she had just bought loudly.

"I have something I want to talk to you about in private." Mel took off his mask, waved the envelope in his hand, and extended an invitation to Enoch.

Nodding gently, Enoch took Jinx's hand and walked into the office. "Please."

Jinx was finally happy now. She wrinkled her nose and made a face at Jayce who was standing outside the door. She took the initiative to go to the coffee pot to prepare drinks.

Mel stirred his coffee gently, looked at Jinx who was leaning on the chair and Enoch who was used to it, and secretly trusted his mother's judgment a little more.

Clearing his throat, Senator Meier decided to try to win over his possible hidden allies: "There are several guests from Noxus today, one of whom is Cassiopeia du Kokao. Her father is a powerful general of Noxus, responsible for the war in Shurima. She wants to meet with you, at your factory."

Tapping lightly on the desk, Enoch felt a little strange. If he remembered correctly, Senator Mel in front of him should naturally lean towards Noxus.

"Do you have any suggestions?" After considering it for a while, Enoch still wanted to hear what the other party was up to.

Chapter 109: Enemies and Friends from Noxus

"I am just bringing you an invitation, not giving you any advice. I believe you have enough wisdom to think and act."

Senator Mel took a sip of the bitter coffee and carefully prepared his words: "Of course, I have to give you a suggestion. Maybe there are many people in Noxus who are interested in you and many of them are looking forward to cooperation. However, I will not tell you that Swain, who was temporarily defeated by you in Ionia, is launching a purge in Noxus. Similarly, I am not sure whether there are many noble factions trying to survive together. They need to unite all possible forces."

"Oh, I admire your wisdom," Enoch exclaimed, "Excuse me, where is Miss Medarda from?"

"I come from the side that doesn't wade into muddy waters." He smiled elegantly and reservedly. "Piltover welcomes all progressive people. However, Mr. Enoch's creation is not suitable for the investment standards of the Midalda family for the time being. Of course, we deeply hope to gain your friendship."

"That's a pity, but... I'd be glad to attend a banquet hosted by you one day." Enoch stood up and shook hands gently with the congressman who was about to leave. Jinx tacitly helped the congressman open the door.

"When will I receive your invitation?"

"It may take a while. You need to spare some energy to deal with our guests who have come from afar. Cassiopeia is an elegant lady with unique aesthetics and possessiveness. Perhaps she cannot accept the lovely lady beside you."

Mel said goodbye softly and waited gracefully for Jace to put a beautiful cloak on him. After gently thanking Jace for his thoughtfulness, Mel gently extended his right hand towards Enoch.

"How should I respond to Lady Cassiopeia?"

"If it's convenient for the lady, how about we tentatively schedule the meeting for tomorrow?"

After the gorgeously dressed congressman left the factory area, Jinx seemed relieved. "Oh my God, what on earth are those people in Upper City talking about? Just sending out invitations?"

"I don't understand everything, but I just know that trouble has come from Noxus, and the Midalda family and her Noxian friends have other ideas."

After finishing the remaining coffee in the cup, Enoch handed the cup to Jinx and complained casually: "This is so unpalatable. Why don't you put some sugar in it? You should know I like sweet."

"I don't know anything." Jinx whistled, slipped away, and lay down skillfully on her office chair.

Looking at the innocent girl helplessly, Enoch chose to surrender helplessly, "Forget it... Listen, little rascal, I need you to go to the underground area of the factory area and seal off everything except the things we have shown, especially the part about Plan V. We must not let anyone find out, okay?"

Jinx was also serious for a rare time, and immediately stood up and took action. "Don't worry, I will lock it myself."

...............

Cassiopeia arrived earlier than Enoch had imagined. Zaun in the early morning was particularly hazy under the cover of fog. The white mist discharged from the ventilation ducts was mixed with Zaun's unique alchemical pollution.

This lady suddenly appeared in the factory wrapped in such a mist. With just a few words, she easily bypassed the guard at the door and started to visit the production line on her own.

Enoch was helping Jinx braid her hair in the lounge. When he heard the guard's report, he subconsciously glanced at the clock.

"Is our friend a little too anxious about this?"

"I don't know." Jinx nodded her head, "Whatever, let her do whatever she wants."

As she spoke, the girl yawned loudly, "Can't I just sleep a little longer?"

"No, I warned you long ago, it's you who kept going till so late... How about you try yesterday's coffee? But... no sugar."

"Forget it, I might as well take a knife and stab myself a couple of times."

Rubbing her face helplessly, the girl perked up a little, stretched her body, turned around and kissed Enoch on the face, "Good morning, little finger."

Bending his head and kissing the girl's forehead, Enoch reached out to help the girl pull her clothes. "Good morning, go and get dressed. I'm worried about her staying alone in the factory for too long."

When Enoch brought the dazed Jinx to Cassiopeia, she had already passed the production line of light weapons and mortars and was looking around the tank production area.

"Good day, ma'am. I thought you would visit during the dinner." After complaining lightly, Enoch took Cassiopeia away from the production line that was being modified to prevent the Noxian lady from seeing the armor painted with Demacia at the back.

The woman smiled softly, and said in a gentle voice, "I am just curious. Please don't mind. After all, I have heard of the fame of these things. They are the ones who knocked open the bridge in Piltover, right?"

It's really interesting. If I say I mind, can you leave now? After complaining inwardly, Enoch skillfully put on a business smile and said, "It's my pleasure. Please allow me to show you around."

He gently winked at Jinx on the side, and the girl turned to Cassiopeia, and Enoch, one on each side, led the way to the office.

The Noxian lady didn't care at all. She obediently followed Enoch's lead and walked a few quick steps, leaning against Enoch vaguely.

"To be honest, your work has really opened my eyes. I am always worried about the safety of my own means of travel. Whether it is a carriage or a ship, there is no guarantee that I can reach my destination elegantly and safely. However, your work has fascinated me. I heard that you have customized services here? Could you please prepare a comfortable helicopter for me?"

"We do plan to sell some custom hu-1s. Ms. Cassiopeia can contact my secretary at any time to make reservations."

"That's great," the woman smiled and covered her mouth, then she stroked Enoch's arm intimately. "But you're being too formal. Just call me Cassie. That's what my family and friends call me."

Enoch looked at the woman's bright smile and admired the professional ability of this Noxian spy from the bottom of her heart. She approached her easily and ignored Jinx who was impatiently turning her pistol behind her.

To be honest, Enoch briefly considered how much it would cost him to stabilize the situation if Jinx killed her here.

"You're kidding." Seeing the woman's expression that would not tolerate rejection, Enoch gritted his teeth and said the name that would make Jinx's blood vessels explode: "Cassie."

Nodding with satisfaction, the Noxian woman continued her attack. "Can I order it now? What I want may be a little complicated."

Finally unable to bear it any longer, Jinx interrupted sarcastically, "You can try, Littlefinger is very capable."

"Little Finger? Is that your nickname? It sounds so cute." Cassiopeia completely ignored the girl's provocation. She was very confident that the girl following behind her was the hound trained by Enoch, and would not attack her without the boy's hint.

"Just call me Enoch. What do you want?"

"Well, I want 3000 of them, fully armed."

Chapter 110: An Invitation with Bad Intentions

Enoch had considered that Noxus would come up with a fanciful number, but he had not expected it to be so outrageous.

Have they ever considered how much additional investment would be needed for maintenance, not to mention when they would be able to staff so many pilots?

But thinking about the fact that Noxus has always been a militaristic country that has been fighting to support itself, Enoch understood why this group of people were planning to do so many in the first batch.

He has a big family and a lot of wealth, so he can just use some pocket money to buy toys.

Enoch just pretended to refuse, "Excuse me, but isn't this number too large for the lady's security?"

"The world is dangerous, and I have to make more preparations. It is reassuring to have a man like you to help escort me at sea. Are you willing to protect me during my tour?"

"Regarding this, I think Jinx will do a great job, and Atlas Security will keep you safe."

Now Enoch no longer cares about the threat from Noxus. The biggest problem he faces now is how to make the girl behind him happy tonight.

Cassiopeia looked at the girl carefully for the first time and bowed gracefully. "Thank you very much."

When she turned to face Enoch again, the woman was still very close to him, but she kept a little distance, which was rare.

They chatted and laughed all the way into the office and sat down. Before Enoch had even made a pot of tea, Cassiopeia smiled and asked for a private meeting.

Silently looking at Jinx who had no expression on her face, Enoch bowed slightly and said, "No problem. Please wait a moment. I'll go give her the order."

Cassiopeia watched with satisfaction as Enoch dragged the reluctant girl out of the office door. She picked up the teacup and sniffed the steaming aroma, looking at the office's display with interest.

There were a lot of paperwork, mostly daily expenses of the factory workshop, which had no other use except to calculate how many workers there were. The walls were decorated with wine cabinets, which showed the taste and financial resources of the owner, but they were of no greater value. However, the graffiti cups and strange freshly baked cookies on the desk aroused her interest. It seemed that the girl had a closer relationship with the genius than the intelligence said.

Maybe I should loosen my grip a little and hold the little girl who lacks love in my hands? I guess Enoch will be obedient at that time.

Hearing the door open, Cassiopeia elegantly placed the teacup on the picture and looked at the boy who came in.

Maybe he had a small argument with the girl because he wanted to be alone with her? The Noxian spy lady looked at Enoch's expressionless face and speculated.

"Excuse me for keeping you waiting here for so long."

"No, I really like the black tea you prepared." Cassiopeia said with a gentle compliment, pretending to be concerned. "I'm sorry, the next topic is very important, I have to ask for confidentiality... I hope your female companion is not angry."

"No, please don't worry, I will take care of it." Enoch pulled over the armchair and signaled the lady that the secret meeting could begin.

"That's great." Cassiopeia breathed a sigh of relief and patted her chest gently. "I hope my presence won't cause you any trouble."

“You are too modest”

After a pause, the lady finally got to the point. "To be honest, I checked the trade list before I came here... I seem to have only seen the helicopters and infantry fighting vehicles that the law enforcement officers are equipped with now. I don't seem to have seen the helicopters that help with escort and those tanks?"

"Yes, ma'am, you read that right. Some items are not for sale. Please understand that I cannot guarantee the production of some items. But I promise you that once they start selling, I will send you a copy of the latest product list."

"Don't be so absolute. I think we can continue to cooperate. If you need help, just ask. Noxus welcomes all people with ambitious goals."

Cassiopeia took a sip of her tea and silently hinted, "We all know that you have more interesting things. Maybe these are not suitable to appear in your hometown, but believe me, Noxus will make the best use of them, whether it is the weapons that defeated Swain or the people who designed them."

"Most of the weapons that are not on the foreign trade list currently have some design flaws or some production capacity issues, so other customization services are not supported for the time being. I suggest you take a look at rifles and infantry fighting vehicles. When paired with Noxus warriors, they will definitely make you look unstoppable."

"Very interesting suggestion. Then I would like to ask, can these things effectively deal with the armor that suddenly appeared in Demacia?"

The teacup fell on the desk with a clinking sound. Cassiopeia slowly stood up, walked around half of the desk, gently supported the back of Enoch's chair, and whispered in his ear: "We know very well that your creation is very interesting, and the emperor has expressed his appreciation for you. I think you should consider my suggestion carefully. Don't worry about Swain, who you defeated in Ionia. He is just a radical to us."

Her fingertips gently brushed Enoch's shoulders. Cassiopeia had to admire the boy in front of her for being the calmest person among all the people she had faced. She didn't see anything unusual, but this didn't stop her from continuing to put pressure on him. "But if I were you, I would find some friends sooner, wouldn't I?"

Cassiopeia turned and walked out. Before leaving, she inserted a gold-rimmed card into the empty wine glass in front of Enoch. "You can think about it carefully. Come to me anytime when you have made up your mind."

She finally showed her true face, as ruthless as a blade, as venomous as a snake, and her graceful figure disappeared in the roar of the factory. She was confident that the bustling factory in front of her would become the next spoils of Noxus, just like the two cities.

Taking off the remote sensing mask on his head and remotely shutting down the bionic robot in the office, Enoch looked at Jinx sitting sideways in his arms with a headache, "I think she was threatening just now."

"I agree... I thought she would use some tricks like seduction." Jinx also took off her goggles and made a face at Enoch. "Then your robot double will be exposed, right? After all, you have never been so honest."

Enoch pressed Jinx's little head, dissatisfied that she looked down on him. "You think too much. I will only do something to you, like this."

After playing around with each other for a while, Jinx stroked Enoch who was lying on her lap and asked about the biggest problem now: "What are you going to do? They don't seem to care about playing chess with you and just chose to overturn the table."

"We'll take it one step at a time." Enoch tilted his head and smelled the scent of chamomile on the girl. "Noxus doesn't have the final say. We don't need to take sides in advance. Whether it's timely assistance or icing on the cake, they won't give us even one more gold coin, so there's no need to rush."

Chapter 111: Visits between Relatives (Part 1)

After that, Cassiopeia acted as if nothing had happened and contacted Tamara normally to negotiate the specific delivery method and deposit, as if she really did what she said, giving Enoch time to think it over.

Enoch was also happy to wait and see. He operated the bionic robot to collect the card left by the lady and deposited it in the Zodiac Bank in Piltover. Anyway, he had no plans to take it out again in the short term.

Instead, Jinx received an invitation that was nominally an apology, inviting her to hang out nearby during the Evolution Day event. The girl happily tore the invitation into pieces without even the slightest desire to reply.

The two cities are in the strangest period in history. The grassroots workers have returned to their normal work, and apart from a slight improvement in welfare benefits, there is no noticeable impact. The high-ranking alchemist barons and councillors have also begun to follow the example of the councillors of Piltover and start holding banquets and communicating with each other in the past few days.

However, the atmosphere between Baron Zaun's thugs and Piltover's merchants was tense, and both sides were looking for trouble with each other.

However, because of the tacit understanding between the congressman and the baron, these conflicts were temporarily limited to street fights. Occasionally, a few young men would use knives. Whenever this happened, there would always be infantry fighting vehicles nearby, either blue-skinned law enforcement officers or black-clad terrorist mobile teams, who would always be able to suppress the situation in the shortest possible time.

The difference is that law enforcement officers arrest people en masse and lock them up for three to five days to cool down, while the terrorist squad often beats up everyone on both sides first.

It was generally like this, except for one cop with giant boxing gloves. He was dressed in blue, but he was often more ruthless than the black guys.

Wei set a record within the police department. She had only worked for less than five days and had already received seven complaints. As expected, Wei's salary had been docked, and it was said that she had recently started to eat at her colleagues' homes.

But she was very successful among the law enforcers. Apart from her wild temper and foul language, she was always the first to rush in. Sometimes, even when she encountered a Zaun alchemy baron committing a crime, other law enforcers would retreat due to the orders of their superiors, but she would still beat them up.

Perhaps for this reason, many Zaun people were increasingly dissatisfied with her. Hilco was also happy to see this development. Fandel's daughter learned his integrity, but she was far behind in tact. Apart from occasionally rushing into the lower city to find something to do, and then being beaten up and thrown back to Piltover, she couldn't make any big waves.

Fortunately, in the eyes of those who abide by the rules, this pink-haired girl is considered a rare fair law enforcement officer. They would rather face the questioning of her and another blue-haired girl than go in front of other law enforcement officers.

Thanks to the efforts of these people, the twin cities were finally stabilized. At least the Evolution Day event was held normally this time, and there were also shops specializing in Zaun alchemical items on Star Street, the main street of Piltover.

Since there was nothing important to do recently, Enoch took Jinx around these past two days, went to several congressmen's banquets, and made the girl familiar to the guests. Occasionally, when he saw an interesting design, he would do some funding or something.

He was now lying in the passenger seat, a little bored, flipping through the Piltover-Zaan tourist guide that was recently distributed on the streets, and suddenly suggested to Jinx who was driving, "I say, how about we go to your sister's place?"

The harsh sound of brakes startled customers who were picking goods in nearby stores. Jinx slammed on the brakes and looked vigilantly at her little finger that almost hit the windshield.

"I'm just making a suggestion. You don't have to think about killing me." Enoch sat back down in shock. "This is a sports car that just came off the assembly line. I sprayed it blue on purpose. Be gentle with her."