The battle between Camille and Tyrone ended with Camille's victory.
However, unlike the Noxian soldiers who were easily eliminated before, Camille could not directly kill them after all.
It's not that she recognized Tai Lung's identity or had any concerns.
Instead, the Noxians sent "negotiators."
Camille knew this negotiator because of his ancestral duck voice, which Camille had heard for decades.
"Stop it, Camille." The hoarse voice said, "Stop it now, and everything can be brought to an end."
"Rates only look for rats." Camille's voice was still cold and calm, but she did not kill Tai Lung after all. "What did they use to convince you, Jagu?"
"A promise, a promise that Piltover's patent will be protected in Noxus." Facing Camille, the old gentleman showed unexpected candor, "That's the end of the matter.
, the Noxians have learned their lesson—"
"Behavior that crosses the bottom line must be taught a lesson. This is what it should be." Camille interrupted the other party, "If it is a negotiation, I have to see sincerity."
"Patent protection is a promise." Jagu pushed up the glasses on the bridge of his nose, "This includes not only Myrdalda's piston patent, but also Philos' artificial Hex crystal patent."
"But, it seems that I don't need your protection." Camille glanced sideways at the embarrassed Tyrone and untied the energy field, "In Piltover, skilled workers over the age of five can create
Piston, but except for the core members of the Philos family, no one knows how to make the artificial Hex Crystal."
Obviously, Camille made no secret of her disdain for Jagu - unlike the Feros family, which relied on unique technology to survive, the Myrdalda family, which took root in Piltover, relied more on
The barriers constructed by rogue patents.
This all-round family, relying on the family connections in Noxus, bought up patents in Piltover, and then, as if they were swayed by them, they carried out frenzied patent applications and controls. Even basic patents such as pistons were required to be crowned.
Apply for a patent in the name of "standardization".
It's funny to say that the artificial Hex crystal technology patent and the piston patent are both patents that can make a family prosperous. However, the former is coveted by countless people, and everyone wants to understand this technology; but everyone knows about the latter.
What the hell, everyone just hopes not to be targeted by the Midalmi family...
The ridicule from Camille and Talon who escaped from the mine in embarrassment made Jagu Myrdalda pause. Then, before he could think of what to say, Camille spoke again.
"I heard that your council seat was given to a little girl, right?" Camille's words contained a bit of personal attack this time. "Her name is Mel Myrdalda. I heard that she is from Noxar."
The Stimidarda family - it seems that our Mr. Jagu is ready to recognize his ancestors and return to his roots..."
Jia Gu almost breathed out.
Although he was happy to manipulate the situation from behind the scenes, the fact that he was forced to give up his parliamentary seat to Mel was still very painful.
If possible, he would prefer his son—even his useless nephew—to become a councilman, rather than obeying a distant relative from Noxus who doesn’t know where he came from!
But...he still couldn't have a seizure after all.
Because the moment he became angry, his power to negotiate was also taken away.
"Ah, is this the famous Gray Lady of Piltover?" Behind Jagu, a slim figure came out and came to the entrance of the mine, while Tyrone lowered his head and followed her.
Behind him, "It's really as cold and realistic as the rumors say."
"Who are you?"
"Let me introduce myself, my name is Cassiopeia." A bright smile appeared on Cassiopeia's face, "Of course, my friends in Piltover prefer to call me Oppa."
"You are the person who attracted countless explorers to flock here?" Upon hearing this name, Camille instantly realized many problems, "It seems that the real owner has arrived."
"I have heard many legends about the Gray Lady in Piltover." Cassiopeia did not care at all about the undisguised murderous intent in Camille's words. "I have admired her for a long time, and today is a rare meeting."
"Is this the way Noxians admire you?" Camille was unfazed by such low-end politeness. "My time is precious, and today's extra exercise has delayed my sleep time."
"Precious time? I like this description." The smile on Cassiopeia's face became even brighter, "But as far as I know, the legend of the Gray Lady has been circulating in Piltover for more than fifty years - for
For you, is time really valuable?"
"?"
Cassiopeia's words confused Camille.
Why did it come to this?
She originally thought that the guy who had planned the entire plan would be very difficult in the subsequent negotiations, perhaps through coercion or inducement.
But what she didn't expect was that Cassiopeia was talking nonsense about "precious time" and so on. She seemed to care about her age, both covertly and covertly.
"Little girl, when you reach my age, you will understand that no matter how long time is, it is still precious."
"But if possible, the more time, the better." Cassiopeia finally stopped beating around the bush, "Noxus is very interested in Hex's body modification, Your Excellency Gray Lady."
"..."
"Time is always fair, and your skills may be able to avoid the erosion of time to a certain extent." Cassiopeia made the request for the first time, "You are right.
Main Street’s patents, perhaps the manufacturing of Hex crystals and Hex body modification, a truly meaningful technology, are truly worth protecting.”
This chapter is not finished yet, please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content! Hearing this, Camille had not yet reacted, but Jagu Myrdalda, who was next to Cassiopeia, opened her eyes wide.
It was almost gone.
This is different from what was promised!
He is willing to stand here and risk antagonism with Feros to speak for Noxus, isn't it because his patent can draw blood under the order of Noxus?
Although Jagu is not currently able to go to Noxus to collect patent fees, don't forget that Bergun and Uzeris in the north of Shurima are now nominally owned by Noxus!
As long as it is recognized by Noxian law, Jagu will grab a lot of royalties from these two prosperous trading port cities!
However, looking at Cassiopeia's posture now...
She seems to be planning to burn bridges?!
At this moment, Jagu wanted to shout, "I have shed blood for Noxus, and I want to see the Commander-in-Chief" - unfortunately, before he could open his mouth, Talon's hidden sword was pressed against his waist.
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Jagu closed his mouth.
The surrounding area became quiet.
Camille was thinking about the other party's purpose.
Cassiopeia was waiting for an answer.
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Cassiopeia was full of lies, but when it came to Hex's body transformation, she was telling the truth.
Noxus really needs this technology.
To be precise, the Grand Commander of Noxus needs this technology very much.
Due to the unfavorable war situation in Ionia, the rule of Commander Brown Darkville is not as stable as it seems - for the military empire of Noxus, the Commander-in-Chief is not a one-size-fits-all emperor, but a
The military leader who leads everyone to fight together.
If you can lead everyone to win, then you are a good commander; if you cannot lead everyone to win, then you are not a qualified commander.
An unqualified commander... is likely to receive military advice from a powerful army commander who goes to Luo with a sword in hand.
As the war situation in Ionia reached a stalemate, Noxus' casualties increased and the results became less and less, Darkwill also began to slip from a qualified commander to an unqualified commander.
In this case, Darkville needs some chips that can win over other military leaders.
Finding Hex body modification technology that can extend lifespan is the main purpose of Cassiopeia coming to Piltover.
Why did Cassiopeia's activities receive full support from everyone in Noxus, including the War Masons and the Hedoram Chapter, and she was also able to produce a letter of notification from the commander-in-chief?
Because this itself is a requirement of the commander-in-chief.
As for looking for an underground laboratory, that was not the "official reason" for the trip.
However, the vigorous explosion and the exploration of the laboratory were just "taking advantage of others".
It is also interesting to say that although Cassiopeia's father Du Cecao and Darkville had a close relationship, Cassiopeia herself was not a die-hard loyal to the commander. Her real allegiance was to her original support.
The Black Rose, the mysterious Noxian group that reigns supreme in Darkville.
This group, dedicated to finding the secrets of magic and immortality, used its power to win over many Noxian military nobles, formed a political alliance, and controlled the situation in Noxus to a certain extent.
The Black Rose's interests coincide with those of Noxus in many ways, such as their desire for greater territory.
But in more aspects, there are huge differences between the Black Rose and Noxus.
Just like in the battle situation in Ionia.
The way that is in the interest of Noxus should be a quick victory, taking advantage of the fact that the Ionians do not yet have a complete and unified government, and directly occupying them in name - as long as they respect the customs of Ionia and maintain their
In such an environment, even if the Ionians resist, their resistance will be very limited.
But... the Black Rose is eager to explore the magical mysteries of this birthplace. In order to achieve this goal, the Noxian expeditionary force raided a large number of temples, trampled on the balance, and ultimately led to the trend of uniting throughout Ionia.
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In this case, Darkville's situation is naturally not good.
He complied with Black Rose's request and conducted a series of "unnecessary operations" in Ionia, which directly led to the deterioration of the war situation and alienated the powerful military leaders.
In order to maintain his position as the great commander, Darkwill can only grasp the thorny thorn of the black rose like a drowning man.
Black Rose wants to find out what secrets Vazuan of the ancient Shurima Empire hides, while the Grand Commander needs Hex's body modification, a method that can extend life, to gain the support of the disloyal military leaders.
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From the perspective of Camille, who has undergone Hex's body transformation, the price of Hex's body transformation is cruel. She lost her love and almost lost her family ties. From then on, she shouldered the heaviest mission of her family.
But in the eyes of the Noxians, the most important significance of this technology lies in extending lifespan.
Through Cassiopeia's repeated emphasis, after Camille realized the crux of the problem, although she could not figure out the political strife among Noxian high-level officials behind it, she still felt an inexplicable irony.
Watching Tyrone escort Jagu away, watching the surrounding Noxian soldiers disperse far away, and watching Cassiopeia smile not far from the cave entrance, Camille finally sighed.
"If you have really investigated this, you should know that the original crystals suitable for Hex's body transformation are on the verge of exhaustion." Camille said calmly, "Moreover, the master of this technology is no longer alive.
.”
"Ah, that's such a pity." Cassiopeia, who got this answer beyond Camille's expectation, said regret, but her tone really meant it, "In that case...
…Then I can only declare that the negotiations have broken down.”
After announcing the breakdown of the negotiations in such an understatement, Camille finally felt something was wrong.
"Alas, the Commander-in-Chief is obviously full of expectations for this technology." Cassiopeia was still talking to herself, but the content made Camille's Hex heart oscillate at high frequency again, "
It’s not okay to do this empty-handed, otherwise, let’s do this, dear Gray Lady, how about you follow me and go to the Immortal Fortress?”
"???"
"I believe that the Commander-in-Chief, who is so humbly accepting of advice, will definitely understand your difficulties."
Hearing what Cassiopeia said, Camille fired the hook lock without hesitation and headed straight for her.
If the negotiation breaks down, then it will be resolved by force - she has prepared a second Hex ultimatum.
However, when Camille came to the opponent's side, the high-frequency oscillating Hex heart was fully charged, and the Hex force field was fully opened, the "Casiopeia" in front of her disappeared like a cloud of mist.
not see.
Camille had never seen anything like this before, so she couldn't help but be stunned for a moment.
At the same time, the Noxian soldiers who had retreated not far away received orders. Under the command of their officers, they threw a large number of gas cans in the direction of Camille and the mine.
The valves of the gas tanks were all opened, and a large amount of deadly sewer gas poured out with a roaring sound, quickly forming a poisonous cloud!
Camille's own respiratory system has been changed a long time ago, making her extremely resistant to this poisonous gas.
But the explorers trapped in the mine, as well as the three Jesses who were still working hard to dig, were unable to deal with this deadly high concentration of poisonous gas!
Noxians are so cruel!
At this moment, Camille had no time to hesitate. She popped out the hook lock and went straight to the depths of the mine. The buried explorers were hopeless. The most important thing now was to save Jace.