Chapter 411.2: Enterprise Daddy?

Chu Guang suddenly asked, "How are the seats on the council determined?"

Luo Hua hesitated before answering, "By the shareholders of those corporations... Why do you ask?"

Chu Guang smiled. "Just curious... Speaking of shares, can it be traded? Can it be purchased with CR?"

"It can be, but basically no one sells them so easily," Luo Hua pondered for a moment before he continued his explanation, "I heard that a century ago, share trading was quite active, but now it's mostly concentrated in the hands of these five. And the rules for share trading are very strict, you can't just buy if you want."

Chu Guang nodded slightly in understanding.

This is probably a variant of a representative system?

Instead, the subject of power wasn’t people, but the number of shares they held. Their operating model was most likely similar to a crooked merchant empire!

As Ideal City's number one fan, Boulder Town had borrowed certain technologies and rules from Ideal City to some extent, but since the trend started from the nobility, they only borrowed the parts that benefited their class.

In the end, a half-feudal, half-capitalist hybrid monster was born.

However, even though there were many differences in various fields, when the official forces of Ideal City appeared before them, it still brought a considerable shock to the nobles of Boulder Town.

That included Commander Zhao Yongxu.

He basically revealed his wariness to the rest of the world.

Even the hawks who were keen to show off their military power had to admit that showing off to those people from the East Coast was not a smart choice.

While Zhao Yongxu anxiously contemplated how to deal with the situation, two uniquely designed androids left the formation and walked towards Chu Guang.

They were draped in a silver cloak.

Unlike the mass-produced models, they had nearly human-like facial features and appearances that conformed to human aesthetics.

"Welcome, friends from afar, I am the administrator of the New Alliance, Chu Guang." Seeing the two approaching androids, Chu Guang guessed they might be representatives from the Enterprise and extended his right hand. He also waved it slightly.

The leading android slightly curved its lips, speaking in a voice without fluctuations, "Thank you for your welcome, and I hope we are not too late. My name is Frost, model A-130."

Frost was acceptable.

Chu Guang looked curiously at its companion, wondering if it was called "Illusion."

Perhaps reading the question on his face, the android introduced itself before he could ask.

"Eclipse, model A-110."

Hearing their names, Luo Hua's face showed a hint of surprise. Both of those androids were models he had not heard of before.

With this thought, he muttered softly, "... It seems I've really been away from home too long."

As Chu Guang pondered how to communicate with those two android friends, a figure suddenly ran over from near the plane.

"Wait, I am the representative of the Expeditionary Force, Yi Chuan! Silver Wing Corporate Group's Overseas Business Development Department! I'm glad to meet you!" Stopping, the man held his knees and took a couple of breaths. When he finally caught his breath, he looked at Chu Guang with a forced smile. "It seems we've arrived just in time!"

Chu Guang looked curiously at the breathless man, then glanced at the smiling Frost.

Was there a communication issue?

It almost made him mistake the representative of the reinforcements.

Before he could speak, Luo Hua suddenly widened his eyes in shock as he recognized the man. "Yi Chuan?!"

The two clearly knew each other.

The young man who had just caught his breath looked surprised as he recognized Luo Hua leaning on his cane. "Luo Hua?! I heard you were seriously injured... Ouch, what's with your arm?"

Luo Hua looked at his left hand and said with a bitter smile. "Let's put my issues aside for now... We can catch up later."

Knowing it wasn't the time for reunions, Yi Chuan nodded and turned to Chu Guang, clearing his throat and speaking earnestly, "You must be the administrator of Shelter 404, it's a pleasure to meet you!"

"I'm also glad to meet you." Chu Guang said as he cracked a joke to ease the atmosphere, "It seems you are the representative of the reinforcements. I was just wondering how to communicate with our android friends."

Looking at the two androids, Yi Chuan's smile became a bit awkward. "These two are representatives from Health Luxury Corporate Group... They might be a bit too enthusiastic for your liking."

Chu Guang nodded.

From the expression on the young man's face, he sensed something unusual, suggesting that there might be some disagreements within the Enterprise about certain issues.

But that was an internal matter for the Enterprise and had nothing to do with the New Alliance. Chu Guang didn't want to get involved in their internal affairs.

Securing more benefits and compensation for his players and the residents of the New Alliance was what he should be doing as an administrator.

As they were talking, three people, two men and a woman, approached from a distance.

The trio had disembarked from the last plane, and as they approached, Yi Chuan introduced them to Chu Guang, "This is Wu Mu, a senior employee in the Product Sales Department of the Long Axe Group!"

The young man named Wu Mu. He wore a crimson exoframe and approached with a hearty smile while extending his right hand.

"Hello, administrator of the New Alliance! I've seen your videos, where's that Deathclaw? Why didn't you ride it over?"

Shaking his hand, Chu Guang smiled. "It has a bad temper, and it is not suitable for meeting guests, but if you're interested, I can take you to see it. I can even give you one."

"Haha, that would be great, I'll remember that!" Wu Mu's eyes sparkled with interest.

Compared to the others, Chu Guang could clearly feel that this representative from Long Axe Group was probably the most favorable towards him.

In fact... There was even a trace of admiration?

But compared to the others, he didn't seem like he had come to fight a war. He looked more like he was out on a picnic, making it hard not to doubt his professional capabilities.

Of course...

Perhaps his expertise wasn't on the battlefield anyway, especially since Yi Chuan had introduced him as a member of the sales department.

Compared to Wu Mu, the other two representatives looked much more reliable, especially the middle-aged man who seemed to be in his forties.

His mature face bore a hint of stiffness, and Chu Guang found it hard to discern his thoughts from his facial expressions.

Before Yi Chuan could introduce him, the middle-aged man spoke in a business-like tone, "I am Li Changkong, member of the Ideal Corporation. Our engineering equipment and construction technology will be made available to you to help establish more reliable supply lines, ensuring that war supplies and personnel can be smoothly transported from the rear to the front lines... Of course, all we can do is help you build roads and fortify defenses. As for the resources needed for construction and the front-lines, that's still up to you."

Chu Guang smiled as he shook his hand. "That's enough."

The biggest contractor and property administrator in Ideal City.

He shouldn’t be too disappointing.

After introducing the representatives from Long Axe Group and Ideal Corporation, Yi Chuan continued with the last representative from the Endpoint Group.

"She is a senior engineer from the AI Technology Department of Endpoint Group... Yunyi, she will serve as your information technology consultant during the war, helping you build the necessary infrastructure for information. Don't be fooled by her youth, she actually..."

Crossing her arms, Yunyi coughed lightly, interrupting him halfway, and continued with an expressionless face. "My personal circumstances should be irrelevant to my work."

Embarrassed, Yi Chuan mumbled, "Sorry."

Chu Guang did a double take. She was in her early twenties, with the demeanor of a typical researcher, dressed similarly to Hyrja, but a bit shorter.

Her height was somewhere between Hyrja and Teng Teng.

Perhaps the glasses on her nose magnified her sharp gaze, but he always felt that she had an inexplicable wariness towards him.

Before Chu Guang could speak, Yunyi looked at him and made her stance clear. "To be honest, I don't agree with the option of war. I think we should solve problems through dialogue rather than fighting like beasts, otherwise, we're just repeating the mistakes of 200 years ago."

Chu Guang smiled faintly. "If we could drive those beasts away with words, I'd rather use my mouth."

Yunyi raised her eyebrows, about to say something, when Yi Chuan coughed, interrupting her, "Ms. Yun's opinion only represents her personally. Resolution number 1001 has been unanimously passed. It is the expression of our collective will... We all have loved ones who have been drawn into this war, whether actively or passively, and what we need to do now is end it!"

After he spoke, he looked at Chu Guang. "The Army must stop its ambitions for the territories east of the Great Desert, abandon its military base in the Sunset Province, return the Pioneer, and release the crew of the Pioneer trapped in the Great Desert!"

That wasn’t what he was shouting for fun.

It was declared by the representative of the reinforcements, outlining the Enterprise's war objectives in this conflict.

Driving the Army out of the Sunset Province was also one of the New Alliance's objectives, the only way to end the threat from the west.

Chu Guang extended his right hand. "We share the same stance, I'm glad to stand on the same side as you!"

"So are we!" Shaking Chu Guang's hand, Yi Chuan spoke solemnly, "Everyone was shocked by your bravery on the front lines, the call for war has never been louder, and although we are 3,000 kilometers away, our desire for civilization is the same."

"The first batch of aid includes 500 A-30 android soldiers who will join you on the front lines!"

"In addition, military supplies, construction machinery, and production equipment worth a total of 300 million CR will be air-shipped over. We will not only help you establish a complete supply line but also assist in upgrading your industry, arming your production lines and military with more advanced technology!"

Hearing his ally's words, Chu Guang, even if he managed his expression well, couldn't help but be visibly pleased.

300 million CR of military supplies was a small matter, and 500 android soldiers were nothing to get excited about. What was key was the promise that followed!

That was what he was waiting for!

Yi Chuan paused before he spoke again. "... However, we only managed to produce these 12 large aircraft with a range over 3,000 kilometers. Before further reinforcements arrive, we need an airbase to refuel our planes."

Chu Guang immediately asked, "What kind of fuel do you need?"

"Metallic hydrogen!" Yi Chuan stated earnestly, "We plan to build a metallic hydrogen production line in the southern part of the River Valley Province, to supply energy and produce ammunition. This requires about 100 acres of land, with the condition that the local area can provide stable and sufficient electricity and water resources... We're not familiar with the local conditions, so we might need your help to figure this out."

Electricity and water?

That's easy!

Chu Guang's mind raced, and a radiant smile spread across his face.

"That's very simple, I know just the spot, picturesque and near a water source, and it's not far from our controlled fusion power station!"

"There's a controlled fusion power station here?!" Yi Chuan's eyes lit up, and a surprised smile appeared on his face, "That's great!"

He had been prepared to rely on thermal power as a backup, not expecting their allies to give them such a pleasant surprise.

Chu Guang continued to paint a bright picture. "To the north of West Continent Municipality, on the southern bank of the Heavenly Water Municipality, we plan to build a river port there. Nearby West Continent Municipality is our fusion reactor, expected to be back online by the end of the month. I can lend you the empty land near the port, but..."

He paused momentarily.

Seeing his troubled expression, Yi Chuan quickly asked, "But what?"

Chu Guang looked slightly embarrassed as he spoke, "But our control over that area is weak, there are marauders active on the north bank of the river, which might pose a threat to the safety of the base."

Hearing this, Yi Chuan heaved a sigh of relief, his face breaking into a smile. "Hey, no problem! If marauders come, just leave them to us!"

Hearing this, Chu Guang revealed a cheerful smile again. "I'm relieved with your promise!"

With the Enterprise helping to watch over the New Alliance's northern gate, the Army's intelligence network in the Free State of Bugra would likely find it difficult to make a move.

It would also allow him to free up more manpower to invest in the new expansion pack!

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