The ship passed through the calm flowing water and truly entered Piltover.
There were several towering bridges above the crowd's heads, leading to unknown destinations. Metal pipes were stacked on both sides of the waterway and there were huge iron walls.
From time to time, steam comes out of the pipes, wisps after wisps.
From the rock walls on both sides, you can see clusters of houses made of red tiles, stretching into the distance with no end in sight.
"Crash..."
There is a waterfall-like flow of water sloping down from the middle of a sea gate and merged into the river passing through the city.
Regarding his impression of Piltover, Chai Anping corrected the first problem in his impression - Piltover is far bigger than imagined!
After passing the first customs gate, the Alice then drove across a huge river gate, and finally arrived at the seaport where they docked.
When the guide ship entered, it announced the news of their arrival through sound transmission tubes (similar to wired telephones) throughout Piltover.
A small welcome ceremony was held simply in this private, man-made port. The people of Piltover knew that Demacians valued this - otherwise there might not even be a red blanket.
The visitor is a representative of the Philos family in the Piltover Chamber of Commerce Alliance. As one of the members of the initial chamber of commerce, they have the authority to participate in Piltover's "Prosperity Conference", which is equivalent to the seats in the Demacia Supreme Council.
It can be said that they attach great importance to this diplomatic exchange with Demacia.
There is no nation in Piltover. The entire extraordinary city is jointly controlled by the Chamber of Commerce Alliance. The business oligarchs have supreme power. Even the police force is "voluntarily" funded by major families. Of course, because of the promise
With Texas as a neighbor, the wealthy people in Piltover are forced to stay awake at all times. Piltover's current prosperity really depends on this group of wise men.
If you underestimate Piltover's defensive strength because it is small, you will definitely suffer a big loss.
"Welcome, distinguished guests!"
Nikhil Feros bowed gracefully with his cane. He was a young man wearing a red checkered fashionable suit.
After introducing each other, he invited everyone to move into a tin carriage.
"What's this?"
Nate Williams said in surprise.
"This is Piltover's new technology, old man." Nikhil Feros smiled and said, "We all call it the 'Magic Carriage'. It's all powered by Hextech cubic batteries. It's clean, stable, easy to operate, and very safe.
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"Magic carriage?"
Williams, who has lived under the ban on magic for most of his life, subconsciously shook his shoulders: "A substitute for the carriage?"
"Yes, this product is now being prepared for export. You...well, I remember that your country does not ban Hex products, right? If you are interested, don't miss it."
Nikhil Feros couldn't help but feel a little proud when talking about this creation: "Let's start, send all gentlemen and this beautiful lady to the embassy in Demacia."
Chai Anping couldn't help curling his lips when he heard this. What's so proud about a bus with rough craftsmanship...
Not even a leather sofa!
The magic carriage, which looks very different from the car in the previous life but has similar functions, starts to move.
"So stable, so fast!"
The alchemist sitting in the back said in surprise: "This is much more comfortable than riding in a carriage, teacher, ahem, look..."
Sir William looked out the window, ignoring his students, and quietly looked at the scenery of Piltover outside with his deep eyes.
Compared to Piltover a few years ago, this city has undergone amazing changes. It seems that it will never age and is always actively developing.
It's really enviable.
Demacia is the complete opposite, a representative of the unchanging layer.
However, Demacia has suddenly had a new atmosphere recently, and the little old man is actually excited and happy.
Everyone's attention was taken away by the new things, and even Nina wanted to see through the operating principle of this iron carriage with her beautiful eyes. Only Chai Anping sat quietly by the window, his eyes lost.
It's really... nostalgic.
drive.
Two words.
The magic carriage drove on the smooth road. Most of the passers-by were dressed in fashionable clothes. From time to time, a few mechanics in work clothes could be seen.
The "turntable man" that he had an impression of also appeared in sight, like a new concept motorcycle, with most of the discs embedded in a groove on the street for movement, focusing on a fast and lightning-fast ride.
Chai Anping suddenly remembered the car in Iron Armor Xiaobao... Hey, don't tell me, it looks quite similar.
Nikhil Feros sent everyone to the Demacia property and embassy in Piltover, and then handed an invitation to Chai Anping.
"Our Philos family will prepare a welcome party for you. I hope you won't refuse."
"Of course not, thank you."
Chai Anping accepted the invitation with a smile.
"Ah... By the way, I see there is an alchemist in your team. If you are going to Zaun soon, please pay attention to safety and it is best not to take off the air filter." Nikhil Feros reminded.
"Huh? What happened?" Chai Anping asked curiously.
"It's a bit embarrassing to say, but it's not a secret." Nikhil Feros pursed his lips and smiled helplessly: "Some pipes exploded due to aging, and an alchemical substance transportation pipeline also leaked, so it's a bit dangerous now."
"That's right."
Chai Anping nodded: "Thanks for the reminder, I will warn them."
"That would be great! I won't bother you if you are busy traveling. I look forward to seeing you all at Lanxun Manor."
"goodbye!"
Nikhil Feros doesn't have the idea of taking care of everything. After all, Demacia has its own embassy, so he does not necessarily need to take care of everything. It is enough to give a good impression to the Demacia delegation who arrived at this sensitive period.
If...the rumor that Demacia has abolished the ban on magic is true.
Ah……
Nikhil Feros smiled, hoping that these immortal stones would change the decree of their ancestors?
If anyone really believed it, how could he, a descendant of the Philos family, seize this opportunity so easily.
"Hey, if I don't have money, I have to do this kind of zero-investment investment in favors."
He narrowed his eyes and stretched out on the magic carriage: "Go home and prepare for the banquet tomorrow night. I hope our young family head will not be seduced by that young diplomat from Demacia, haha!"
Philos is also the surname of Camille. She is now the person in charge behind the scenes of the Philos family. She has undergone many surgeries to make her youthful forever, but in fact, Nicole even has to call her "grandma".
The current head of their family is Moira Fellowes, whom Camille likes the most. In Nicole's eyes, she is a bitch who pretends to be silly and sweet all the time to please.