Cyberzaun, Machinarium

"Let me see." The sound of turning pages was heard in the room. "Ah, I found it. It has been confirmed that Kewald, Sari, Hoskar and... the Giraman family have accepted Noxus' invitation." Wei raised her head slightly and looked at Enoch's expression.

"continue"

"There are basically no problems with the chem-barons in Zaun, except for Iscariot, who defected to Senator Medarda earlier and later joined Noxus."

"How did you know?" Ike couldn't help but interrupt. This was news that he and his men couldn't find out even after they sealed off the factory. Could it be that... Ike glanced at Jinx, who was smiling behind Enoch. Maybe she had led people to find out while her injury was still not healed.

"Because..." Wei said with an obvious smile, "We found the receipt of their bribe to Iscariot at Medarda's house. It has the signatures and seals of both parties."

"Are they idiots?" Ike never expected that this would be such an outrageous thing. There was even the signature of the person who demanded the bribe?

"Maybe. After all, 3 million gold hexes is not a small amount of money."

Chapter 139 Reorganization of Parliament

"Thank you for your rigor, Senator. You have helped us to eliminate a lot of troubles... How many names are on your list?" Enoch ignored the two people's ridicule and only focused on the biggest trouble.

"We have solid evidence against 46 people, but there are many businessmen who are just brokers. We cannot charge them with treason."

Enoch listened to Wei's report, thinking silently, tapping his knuckles on the armrests rhythmically for a while, and then he made up his mind, "Send everyone to the Kazan Sanatorium and tell them that there are two options. If they choose to admit their treason, we will guarantee that they will have food and clothing for the rest of their lives. If they refuse to admit it or quibble, we will deal with them secretly. Act quickly, we must complete the process before the parliament can exercise its rights normally."

"That's illegal." Wei hesitated for a rare moment. Under Enoch's order, a large number of merchant families disappeared. The prosperous business of Piltover might leave a large market vacant. This was a good thing, but the subsequent commercial infighting might bring greater chaos.

After hearing this, the office fell silent for a rare moment. Among the four people currently working there are a warlord, a terrorist, and a gang leader. The only sheriff who looks like a good guy also turned over a new leaf after being released from prison. The accusation of "breaking the law" is really novel.

Enoch knocked heavily on the desk twice and turned sideways in the direction of the voice. "We are trying to avoid greater chaos now. It will be better for everyone if we let them have a public trial. Who knows what other problems will be involved. For the sake of your Jiraman, do it cleanly."

Gently rejecting Sheriff Wei's suggestion, Enoch waved back and said, "Jinx will help you."

These facts are really not worth worrying about. In the past two days, some merchants who couldn't stand it sent out their own assassins to express their protest with practical actions, but these people usually couldn't even get through the outermost automatic turrets and mechanical soldiers. Even a hired magician only rushed to the inner layer and died in the alchemical gas. He didn't even see Jinx, let alone cause trouble to Enoch.

Enoch is now more worried about something else: "How will the public react?"

"Everything is normal. The news released in the past two days has diverted the attention of both sides. Seraphine is also touring with your funding. There are no problems at the moment."

"Very good. Regarding the Noxian matter, where is the report you compiled after you finished the scene?"

"We're still sorting it out," Wei thought for a moment, "but we only found some blood samples of the Noxian woman, but no body. She must have used something to escape."

"While we were investigating, several boats left the port, and I think she might have followed them."

"I see," Enoch nodded, "Then let's deal with it as soon as possible. Thank you for your hard work, Miss Sheriff."

Wei stood up, said hello, and prepared to leave the office. After taking just two steps, Wei turned around a little unconfidently and asked, "Would it be inappropriate for me to be the sheriff? Maybe I should continue to be a law enforcement officer."

"Then do you have any other suggestions for the sheriff?" Enoch didn't care. Now is the time of the Great Purge, who would jump out to cause trouble? Do you really think you have a clean bottom?

Wei Mingyao also knew that at this moment, apart from herself, no one else dared to speak in front of the Terrorist Mobile Team. Whether it was to uphold justice or prevent the expansion of the scale of liquidation, she was the only one who could do it in this position.

Nodding at Ike, Wei turned and went out to the Kazan Sanatorium to finish the work. The office became quiet, and only the sound of knocking on the desk could be heard, which was annoying.

"Ike, my friend, you did a good job during the turmoil. The middle square and the dance corridor were not disturbed. Now some Zaun people trust you, which is a good step... But can you explain why all the coastal defense artillery was suddenly scrapped, causing all ships to leave the coastline, and pirates infiltrated and destroyed the old port of Zaun?"

"Someone attacked the coastal artillery position. The electronic sighting system and loading device were overloaded, so not all the ships were intercepted. We have already dealt with the attackers." Ike explained while looking at Enoch and Jinx who was standing behind him with a smile on her face. He carefully chose his words and was wary of the two people who did not have a very good image.

"Can I ask how it was handled?" Enoch nodded, waiting for Ike's response with interest.

"A blind thug. He fell into a chemical pool while we were chasing him. He's fine now." Ike shrugged. Zaun is still the same Zaun, but it's getting better. At least now Enoch is not interested in the last few coins in the pockets of the Zaun people. Instead, he is very dissatisfied with the toxic gas environment in the Chengou mining area and is arranging bionic robots to deal with it.

Perhaps this is the opportunity for Zaun to rise? Or is it a precursor to the rise of the United Kingdom?

Ike was becoming increasingly confused about this man, and had no idea what he was going to do next.

"Really? I knew I could trust you. You did a great job." Enoch smiled happily. "Then I feel relieved. By the way, in view of your contribution to the stability of Zaun, I will recommend you to Governor Heimerdinger to become the parliamentary representative of the Zaun region. You can prepare in advance."

Ike held back his complaints. This arms dealer and warlord made something that could only be decided by a vote sound easier than dinner. It really made people wonder whether this so-called House of Representatives had any necessity to exist.

Before he stood up and left the office, Ike couldn't help but ask, "May I ask, is there anyone else on your recommendation list?"

"A loyalist, you may have heard of her, Senator Sevika"

After watching Ike leave, Jinx leaned close to Enoch's ear and said, "He's deceiving you. I have information from an informant. It was a green-haired dwarf who did it. He's not some gangster who fell into a chemical tank."

"I know," Enoch said without comment. He was now trying to learn from Hilco, who always spoke half of the words and let others guess the rest.

But it was obvious that this trick didn't work on Jinx. Just when Enoch was wondering why there was no movement all of a sudden, his stomach suffered. Jinx sat heavily on Little Finger, smiling and gently scratching Enoch's cheek with her fingertips.

"What do you know? Tell me."

"Nothing. I'm just going to give Mrs. Glask a reply. I agree to her cooperation. From today on, our business scope will not only be military products. Her medicine will provide us with medical supplements. When we digest them, we will become the largest medical-military complex in this land, and the Twin Cities will become a super city serving Loslien Corporation. It doesn't matter who the councillors are. The proposals we disagree with will not be promoted."

Enoch took Jinx in his arms and fumbled with the girl's braids. "What do you think, my dear lady?"

"Needless to say, I love you to death."

Chapter 140: The New Parliament Appears

After half a year of buffering the turbulent situation, the two cities have merged and changed quietly. Piltover's patent mechanism has been extensively updated, and applying for funds is much easier than before. Even though it has to go through strict screening and supervision, it is much better than having to brief large business families before.

Zaun's ventilation equipment is also constantly in operation. As the heavily polluting chemical plants were relocated to the primeval forest near Ixooken, Zaun's environment has improved a lot.

After the bottom ditch area, which was originally regarded as a sewer by the Zaun people, was purchased by Losrien, a large number of non-standard mining areas were overthrown and replaced by sprawling factory areas. Without the constraints and divisions of the alchemy barons, production capacity was further liberated. Now the Zaun people can choose their own research or report to Losrien. At least, they have avoided the fate of rummaging through garbage in the chemical agent pit.

Not to mention becoming rich overnight, at least everyone can satisfy their basic needs and have some surplus to pursue their hobbies, which makes the originally cynical people of Zaun a lot more stable.

Seraphine has also quickly risen from a singer who only released a few singles to a superstar in the past six months. Thanks to the empathy in her singing, the continuous concerts have allowed the people of the two cities to safely pass the adjustment period. It's a good start.

Although Jinx has complained more than once that Enoch is just brainwashing, it is obvious that Littlefinger doesn't care whether Seraphine impresses everyone with her singing or uses mind control, as long as it works. This is why Losrien has allocated a large sum of sponsorship to support this girl's singing career.

As for those who still tried to cause trouble under such circumstances, they were all sent to the original ditch area to support the reconstruction work.

After more than half a year of martial law, it is time to transfer the normal management of the two cities to the House of Representatives.

These final touches need to be dealt with before the upcoming 25th Ceremony, a traditional celebration of Zaun. The newly established House of Representatives will send its first blessing to the citizens during this festival.

Enoch patted the documents in his hands, looked at the invitation hidden in the order requirements, and raised his eyebrows with interest. This invitation came from an old friend with whom he had known each other for a long time, but he did not expect to receive an invitation at this time. He had to think about what excuse to use to meet him.

Looking up at the time on the wall, Enoch stood up, put away the documents, and prepared to attend the final closed-door meeting. Enoch called Jinx into the room. She was now the executive of Atlas Security and the representative of the military contractor attending the meeting. She could not be absent from such an occasion.

Usually the girl would pop out from some unknown corner and then naturally put forward her willful little requests, but this time Enoch waited for a long time but no one showed up.

After a moment of silence, Enoch turned and walked upstairs. Maybe he hadn't gotten up yet?

Gently opening the bedroom door, he saw the girl lying on a rocking chair with her eyes closed and big headphones on her head. She looked very happy. If her hands had not been busy operating the remote control, Enoch would have thought the girl was asleep.

She seemed quite happy. Enoch rolled his eyes silently. He should not have given all the swarm drones to Jinx. He didn't know where she sent those little things.

Enoch then closed his eyes and followed the signal from his electronic prosthetic eye to connect to the drone controlled by Jinx. These little guys were flying over the upper city, and no one knew what they were chasing.

Seeing that it was nothing serious, Enoch was relieved. He opened his eyes and kissed the girl on the forehead. He smiled at the indigo eyes that suddenly opened, "Good afternoon."

"Good afternoon, dear." Jinx threw the remote control aside and stretched. The light of the electronic prosthetic eye gradually dimmed. Except for some small circuits and micro lenses that could be vaguely seen when looking at each other, the replaced eye was no different from the one currently in Enoch's eye socket.

"This is not a toy." Little Finger hugged the girl from behind, intoxicated by the smell of chamomile. "How do you feel about this new eye?"

"Great, this is much better than that stupid eyepiece. At least I can see what your eyes see anytime now." The girl smiled innocently and gently stroked Enoch's eyelids. "What about you? Are you used to it?"

"Of course, our artificial eyes are a pair." Enoch took the opportunity to pinch the girl's small nose. "Don't think I don't know that you secretly activated the artificial eye video on my side remotely. Remember to tell me first next time, little naughty girl."

Jinx looked obedient as if she had no idea what you were talking about, but since getting the prosthetic eye installed, she had found a new hobby. She would open Enoch's prosthetic eye from time to time to see what Little Finger was doing, or share images from her side with Enoch, scaring Enoch several times.

"I didn't ask that... I wanted to know about your other eye, my one," Jinx whispered in Enoch's ear, gently touching Enoch's right eye, which was the original girl's eye transplanted with the help of Mrs. Glask.

"Perfect" Enoch picked up the girl from behind and said, "I can be with the most beautiful treasure in the world."

"You're really good at making people happy." Jinx smiled and hugged Enoch's neck. "What are we going to do here?"

"What you hate most - meetings"

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The original parliament building has been turned into a monument after being destroyed by the explosion. The new parliament building is still under design, and the current parliament can only find a decent enough place in the only remaining meeting room as an office location.

Looking at the townhouse in front of them, Enoch exchanged glances with Jinx, not sure what the councillors were thinking. Did they want to make themselves more approachable? Or did they not have the money to do superficial work?

Nodding to the men in charge of security at the door, the two pretended to put their weapons in the safe. As for Enoch's prosthetic limbs and the two's arcane shields, the security personnel did not raise any questions as if they were unaware, and they stepped aside to let the two representatives into the conference room.

The number of people in the parliament before him had shrunk to a ridiculous degree compared to half a year ago. Enoch still remembered that when the meeting was held, 13 people were as noisy as if they were quarreling. Now the team probably couldn't even quarrel if they wanted to.

Enoch nodded calmly to everyone and greeted the congressman, "Good afternoon, Governor Heimerdinger."

"Good afternoon. Please take a seat. I will introduce you to the senators." Heimerdinger looked around at the senators who had different expressions. "This is Mr. Enoch, the industrial production and commercial trade representative. Next to him is Ms. Jinx, the head of military contractors. Mrs. Letana Golask, the food and drug representative."

"The people sitting here," Heimerdinger pointed at the people around the round table, "Senator Jace Tallis, Senator Caitlin Gillamane, Senator Ike, Senator Sevika."

"Now that we are familiar with each other, let's start today's meeting."

Chapter 141: The Rise of the Merchant Alliance

The advantage of having a small and young group of participants is that many issues can be resolved efficiently, but the dangers are equally obvious. Young people's choices often tend to become extreme or radical.

Especially when there are a few idealists in the newly elected Senate.

Atlas Security, which was responsible for suppression and action after the war, was attacked first. As a monopoly company that reached an agreement privately, Enoch and Renata Golask also suffered a lot of doubts.

"First item on the agenda," Jace said, looking at the indifferent representatives standing by, "is the issue of the Kazan Sanatorium... We cannot lock up a large number of merchants in that closed manor on the grounds of possible smuggling. So far, business has not recovered. Rebuilding the city requires active commercial activities to bring in a lot of funds. Since you have agreed to announce the establishment of the new government before the 25th Ceremony, then we should quickly deal with this issue."

"Those are the traitors, or traitors to their country." Jinx was unmoved. The entire sanatorium was run under the supervision of Atlas. Maybe there were a few innocent people? But since Littlefinger thought they were in the way, then these people had to stay until they died.

It was obvious that the answer of the military contractor representative did not satisfy the Senate. "I want to know why Nelt was also detained in the Kazan Sanatorium." Caitlin looked a little unwell. This was her first time attending a Senate meeting after taking over the Gilaman family. "He is just an ordinary law enforcement officer."

Jinx didn't answer. How could she answer when she didn't even know who this was? Could it be that she had caught the right person?

"Regarding this point," Enoch suddenly spoke up, "all those detained in the Kazan Sanatorium have been verified to be major suspects. There is nothing to discuss. Former councillor Miss Midalda is also currently one of the targets of close surveillance. After a period of time, you can try to apply for diplomatic immunity... Of course, we have to wait until the relationship with Noxus is normalized."

Enoch pulled out the cigar box that originally belonged to Hilco from his arms, gently placed the broken shell on the table, and gently tapped it, reminding everyone present, "We have finally walked out of the quagmire of unrest. I don't recommend spending a lot of energy on such sensitive issues. After all, many of the relatives present have been pardoned... I also don't want to put the unconscious former congressman or the little girl who caused trouble at the port into a nursing home."

Enoch glanced at Caitlin and Ike, and when he saw that the two of them kept quiet, he nodded happily and said, "See, we can still reach a consensus. If we really follow Councillor Jace's suggestion, many people may not have an environment as good as a nursing home. Believe me, the "hotel" in the ditch is not suitable for these delicate businessmen."

Obviously, except for Heimerdinger, the other people present were not very clean, so this issue was quickly resolved, and the rest was a lot of wrangling about resource allocation.

Enoch, who had already received a large inheritance, was not interested in this topic. He smiled and nodded to his ally, Mrs. Golask, and quietly closed his eyes to rest.

In general, the new cabinet is mostly composed of idealists, and their sense of morality is generally high. Sevica is also a standard Zaun priority member. Enoch is not worried that there will be any problems in Lothrian. Once Lothrian Technology Company, which undertakes 57% of the work of Zaun people, suffers turmoil, the impact of bankrupt and unemployed employees will instantly bring Zaun back to five years ago.

When the closed-door meeting was almost over, Enoch slowly presented his suggestions to the congressmen. Of course, he was very confident that there would be no opposition, or there was no way to oppose it.

"Given the turbulent situation in recent months, the Business Alliance is worried about the subsequent trade situation. Do you have any definite news?"

Jinx nodded in understanding. This matter had already been rehearsed at home. She waved the document in her hand and said, "Since the attack, the Sun Gate has been under full martial law. At the request of the people, no cargo ship flying the Noxian flag can pass through the Sun Gate ferry. At the same time, we sank all the Noxian ferries that were parked at the port on the day of the attack. However, due to the failure of the coastal defense artillery, Casipenia, who was planning the subversion, escaped on a ship flying the Demacia flag."

"Demacia? I thought the merchants from Ionia were spies." Enoch asked knowingly.

"The merchants flying the Ionian flag are made up of speculators from multiple countries. The special fabrics and Blossoming Tea they sell are branded fakes from the beginning. The merchant ships using the Demacia flag were found to have departed from the Noxian outpost in Shurima." Jinx couldn't help laughing. In this matter, her feelings won, and Littlefinger guessed completely wrong.

"So Atlas Security does have a brilliant leader and a group of talented people who have proven their ability to act..."

Enoch exchanged glances with Letana Golask in tacit understanding, and the lady continued elegantly, "In order to protect its own safety and stability, the Commercial Alliance has applied to Atlas Security to contract the security of the Twin Cities Union's ports, waterways, and the Sun Gate."

"Glad to help," Jinx curled her sharp lips, "In view of the representative's trust, Atlas will purchase the most advanced weapons and equipment, chemical agents and medicines to deal with more dangerous situations."

"Lothrian Technologies will provide the latest weapons"; "Gorrasque Corporation will provide the most advanced medicines"

"As for Atlas's employment fee, it will be settled from the Sun Gate's tariffs. This is also to ensure the security personnel's work motivation."

"No, I object. This is too absurd." Heimerdinger couldn't help but slammed the table. "You are buying and selling the sovereignty of the United Kingdom... You unite to sell the income of the Sun Gate to the so-called security company, and the security company uses this money to order equipment from you? I don't agree. This is a monopoly. Moreover, the income of the Sun Gate has a more important purpose. It is the largest source of funds to support technological development. Piltover cannot stand still."

"The United Kingdom of Pilt and Zaun cannot stand still. Please allow me to point out your mistakes in wording, Governor." Enoch was not in a hurry at all. He smiled and refuted Heimerdinger. "Of course, we will also consider your feedback. If there are more professional security teams or more advanced weapons and medicines, we will give priority to purchasing them."

Several congressmen then understood why these three people seemed to be in such harmony and did not care about the so-called sanctions bill at all in terms of business interests. They divided up all the research results of the families suspected of rebellion and completed a preliminary monopoly.

"As for the sponsorship of scientific research... Loslien Technology is happy to provide sponsorship, and anyone with an idea can apply for funding."

"I agree," Sevika was the first to express her opinion. After all, all the representatives in front of her were from Zaun... now it should be called the Lower City, so for her, there was no reason to object.

Looking at the silent people, Enoch nodded and said, "That's it. Our Business Alliance will sign an agreement with Atlas later."

Chapter 142 New Route

“This is just ridiculous.”

The parliamentary staff were packing up the contract documents concerning defense information, and they shouted in dissatisfaction when they saw the wax seals from both parties on the parchment.

"What's wrong?" A colleague leaned over and looked at the contract curiously. Are there any exaggerated numbers?

"Look here," the staff pointed at the seals. The two seals looked too similar. Both were shaped like a human skull with a gear in the place of the eye. The difference was that the seal of Jinx, representing the Security Group, was a gear for the right eye, while the seal of Enoch, representing the Chamber of Commerce, was a gear for the left eye.

Generally speaking, because coats of arms are meant to represent a family, they often do not use different elements, and even if they use similar colors, they will try to distinguish them through different elements. However, it is still difficult to accept that these two almost specious emblems appear on the defense contract.

"These businessmen don't take the parliament seriously at all. They might as well just buy the kingdom directly. Why do they have to go through so much trouble?" The aide complained dissatisfiedly. Before he finished speaking, he heard a violent cough from a colleague on the side. A few seconds later, the chief supervisor passed by the door with a big belly and looked inside twice intentionally or unintentionally.