Lloyd and others arrived at the thirty-sixth floor.
I saw Princess Liber and Lecter talking at the elevator entrance.
"Really, you met Sister Lucy Xu..."
"Yes, I went to Remifilia to see her not long ago. I wanted to run away immediately, but she caught me anyway."
"How many times do you think I was punched by her?"
"Not a single punch, and she hugged you tightly and cried."
"Um."
"Haha, I can understand how my senior is feeling. I think she must have realized how dangerous the job seniors are doing."
"Haha, women's intuition is really scary sometimes, it's really hard to deal with." Rector said.
"Haha, this is all your fault. It's really nostalgic." The princess said, "It's really nostalgic. I've never been able to have sex with my seniors. If I have the chance in the future, I really hope to hold a student union.
"
"Senior, this attitude is not acceptable. At this time, you should answer, okay, let's hold a luxurious oracle in Mithulam."
said the princess.
"You really impressed me. Don't have high expectations. Just wait for my news." Rector said.
"Understood, I'm very much looking forward to that day, so let's talk about it here. I'll take my leave first," the princess said.
"Say hello to Kiku for me," Rector said.
"Oh, she has really grown up and is worthy of being the next Queen, don't you think so?"
"Huh?" Lloyd said, "Haha, it turns out we have been discovered a long time ago."
Ellie: "Sorry, we didn't mean to eavesdrop, we were just attracted."
Tio: "Speaking of it, Ellie seems to be listening with great interest."
"Tio!" Ellie said embarrassedly.
"Oh, it's really weird," Randy said.
"The other party is a princess, so your attitude is too casual."
"Oh, because she was my school girl when I was in school." Rector said, "But it's not Sunday school, it's Johnny's school."
"Oh, that's Liber's famous institution of higher learning, right?" Vaji said.
‘I heard there are many international students in that school.’ Ellie said.
"In other words, you have studied abroad?" El said.
"Well, Uncle Guinius sent me there." Rector said.
"Then I'll take my leave. By the way, those two old foxes are here to talk to you. They are both very troublesome people. You have to be more careful."
"Um."
After Rector left.
Tio: "Still the same as before, his words and deeds are too strange."
Waji said: "Hehe is becoming more and more interested in him."
Lloyd; "No matter what, it is at least certain that he is acting under the command of Iron Blood."
"What exactly is his purpose? It seems necessary to investigate clearly."
Several people came to the interview room and met Smith.
"Haha, are you scared when I call you here suddenly?"
"Because except for this time, I can't spare any time at other times. You must be busy, right? I'm really sorry."
"If there is any," Lloyd said.
"We are overwhelmed by your concern," Ellie said.
"Oh, you seem to be McDaw's granddaughter, right? I think I've seen you before."
"Yes, I had the honor to meet you when I went to visit with my grandpa." Ellie said, "That happened the year before last."
"When I heard what you said, I was shocked. Mr. McDowell is really awesome." Smith said, "He is still full of enthusiasm even at such an old age. It's great to have him here in Crossbell."
"Haha, grandpa will be very happy if he hears your compliments." Ellie said, "By the way, sir, why did you call us here today?"
"Haha, it's nothing. I just heard Wu Xiang talk about you. The experience of that Lubache auction sounded really exciting."
"Maybe I shouldn't say this, but the man named Haru before was really a disgusting guy. You guys were the ones who exposed his conspiracy, so I want to meet you all."
"Honored."
"Actually, that guy just wanted to destroy himself." Randy said.
Tio: "Yes, from the moment he colluded with that kind of DG, he was destined to be eliminated."
"Ah, by the way, that DG has committed countless evil deeds in various places, but the biggest victims are us in the East."
"It's all thanks to you to completely eliminate DG. Thank you so much."
"If anything, we have done our job," Lloyd said, "and our contribution is negligible."
"I heard that the situation was so critical that even the garrison was manipulated." Smith said, "Don't be humble. I heard that in order to protect a girl, you resolutely joined the resistance. Such a feat, ordinary people can do it."
Not coming.'
"This, you are really over-praising me."
Ellie said: "Thank you for your compliment."
"Honestly, if it hadn't been handled properly at that time, I don't know how many problems would have occurred. Once IBC was occupied by DG, the economy of all parties would be in trouble."
Ellie said: "This."
"In this case, it is unreasonable not to award you with a badge of honor, so that I can prepare a luxurious ceremony for you as soon as I return."
"Here, please wait a moment, that's just our own problem, we have already won the medal." Lloyd said.
"No, there's nothing surprising about it. Crossbell's problem is also our problem."
"Haha, what's the matter? Don't put on that expression. Iron Blood seems to be summoning you too. I wanted to talk to you more, but you'd better go quickly."
"By the way, I will definitely prepare medals for you, so look forward to it then." Smith said.
After a few people left, they headed to Tie Xue's room.
"Haha, your attitude is really gentle, but you are worthy of being a big shot and an old fox with good tricks." Waji said.
''Waji, don't talk nonsense." El said.
"It is indeed very explicit, but his intention is not to intimidate us," Tio said.
"I think his intention was just to establish the form." Ellie said.
"We contributed to solving the DG incident, and they awarded us medals. This is the form he pursued." Allie said.
"The implication is that he is emphasizing his territorial rights," said Lloyd.
"Hey, hey, you just asked us to come over here to talk about this. You are so scheming."
"Tie Xue doesn't know what he wants from us, so everyone should be mentally prepared." Lloyd said.
Come to Jagged's room.
"Excuse me, Sir Jagged, we are from the Special Agent Support Section." Lloyd said.
"Come in and sit down." Tie Xue said.
"This scenery is really spectacular. I never thought that humans could build towering buildings that can overlook the world from this height." Tie Xue said.
"Haha, this greatness may have reached the height of the ancient civilizations that flourished in the past."
"Indeed." Lloyd said.
"You mean the ancient Semlian civilization 100 years ago?" Tio said.
Randy: "Oh, I heard that it was a civilization where everything was as convenient as magic."
"But that is not an ideal in the true sense. The huge floating city that appeared during the Libel mutation last year." Tie Xue said: "It is said that it was also a product of the ancient Semilia era, and was later sealed by human hands."
"The very folly of the infinite possibilities of humanity."
"What does this mean?" said Lloyd.
"Well, you seem to know it in detail?" Ellie said.
"Haha, not really." Tie Xue said: "Especially regarding Crossbell, our soldiers do not grasp the truth of all things like DG."
"Even these things." Tio said.
"Haha, it is precisely because of the unknown that it is interesting. If you knew everything clearly, the game would be extremely boring. Don't you think so too? Waji." Tie Xue said.
Waji said: "Oh, even I know it?"
"Haha, that's because I have no interest in you. In comparison, the heir to the God of War is quite interesting."
"Have you learned all the information so clearly?" Lloyd said, "It's very good."
"Haha, I am Osborne, Prime Minister of the Empire. I have heard Lecter talk about a lot of things about you before." Tie Xue said, "For the rest of the time, please let us chat."
"Then let me get straight to the point. What did Lord Jagged want to say when he invited us here?" Lloyd said.
Tio; "It seems that most things are under your control."
''Don't be nervous, it's just a simple chat, or a survey of ideas.''
"Investigating what?"
"Haha, how long do you think Crossbell can last?" Lord Ironblood said.
"It's such an explicit question again," Vaggie said.
"I'm just telling the truth. Rise and fall are inevitable in the historical process, and eternal prosperity does not exist. What's more, in today's era, everything is accelerating development driven by the leadership revolution."
"How long do you think the current situation in this land of destiny can last?"
"This." Ellie said.
"Forever, forever as long as everyone is willing to protect it." El said.
"It is true that will is very important. Sometimes it can even reverse the overall situation and change the trend of history. Similar situations are not uncommon." Tie Xue said: "Human beings are not weak and powerless. I also believe in the infinite possibilities of human beings. But when two parties have intentions,
What happens when people with strong wills conflict?" Osborne said.
"The answer is simple, a weak will will be swallowed up by a strong will, making the fire even more intense," Osborne said.
"And the fire of karma arising from this will continue to expand, all justice will melt in the heat, and the world will be enveloped in a sea of fire. This is the so-called war. Isn't that scene easy to imagine?"
"This." Tio said.
"It is true that compared to you, we are indeed weak, but the weak flame may not be swallowed up by the powerful flame." Lloyd said: "Just like Liber who once defeated the empire."
"Haha, as you said, the strength of will is very important." Tie Xue said: "Libel looks weak, but in fact his strong will brilliantly overwhelms the Empire's seemingly powerful but messy will like a piece of loose sand."
"It's a good example for Crossbell, but does Crossbell have the pride and strength that Lieber has?"
"This." Lloyd said.
"Haha, the break is almost over and the chat ends here. We don't plan to award you medals, because if medals are awarded to civilians at will, I'm afraid it will cause dissatisfaction among the noble forces." Tie Xue said.
After leaving the room, several people felt very heavy.
"It's unbelievable," Ellie said.
"There is such a monster." Randy said.
"It feels like we are not on the same level as him at all. Tio, are you okay?" Lloyd said.
"Yes, it's okay. I feel like the strong flames he radiates gives me a headache." Tio said.
"His momentum is really amazing." El said, "Even I seemed to have seen something."
"The Iron-Blooded Prime Minister must live up to his reputation. It seems that he can swallow up this little Crossbell in one bite." Waji said.
Lloyd said: "But he probably didn't come to us to talk about these things, and the same goes for Smith. Their claim that they are interested in us is probably true."
"In this case, let's treat this experience as a learning experience."
"What you said is quite interesting," Waji said.
"It's really hard for others to imitate your character," Ellie said.
"Yeah, that's a little too optimistic." Randy said.
"But it's exactly what Lloyd said, even if you feel downcast, it won't help."
"Yes, now that you have achieved results, you should study hard."
"Anyway, the rest time is over, let's go back to Inspector Dudley and report this matter."
That day, 16.O.
As expected, as Ian feared, the subsequent meeting was not so rude, and many pointed questions were asked about Crossbell.
It became increasingly difficult for Dieter and McDow to cope.
Iron Blood: "The problem is that a guy like DG can have such a huge impact on the entire Crossbell. Even the maintenance guards are manipulated. This is simply unheard of."
"Well, we have already explained the situation at that time." Mike said.
"The problem is not how you handle things afterwards, but your ability to handle crisis situations." Tie Xue said: "After the world happened, you were really helpless for a period of time, and the IBC building was almost occupied. If that happened, it would bring us great consequences.
How much loss will it cause?”
"Wait a minute, the compensation and fines are already being paid. If it continues, the measure of our empire will be questioned," Olivier said.
"No, the focus of Your Highness's problem is not here, but the issue of Crossbell's safety. He only cares about carrying out internal struggles and letting suspicious characters in."
"It has caused such a terrible fact that it is almost unimaginable."
"It is true that things are not simple. Crossbell has had various problems for a long time. We cannot sit idly by and do nothing," Smith said.
"This may be very embarrassing, but this problem cannot be avoided. In this case, we should establish complete institutional protection while the two of them are here." The princess said.
"Excuse me for being rude, Your Highness is still young, and I understand your willingness to believe in hope, but we are different from you Liber, in that we can easily fall into depravity where there is no authority."
"It's the same for us. Opportunities are created by various integrations."
"According to your point of view, we have made mistakes, but we will continue to improve." McDow said.
"That means you haven't perfected it yet?" Smith said.
"Yes, we will continue to work hard on this," McDow said.
"It seems that Crossbell cannot establish a complete system immediately by himself." Tie Xue said.
"I think so," Smith said.
"Oh, I didn't expect you two to reach an agreement so quickly. So, can you two reach an agreement immediately regarding the plateau's authorization?" Olivier said.
"Haha, you defeated an entire army. Let's talk about this later."
"Then, let's continue the meeting." (To be continued)