You don't even want to call me godfather

"As you said, yes," Christen admitted it generously without hiding anything. "I also know that the issue concerning the subject codenamed Ω is not so easy to sort out. Moreover, based on my understanding of Director Arends, he will definitely not hand over Ω easily."

Koshei himself knew that the compensation terms proposed by Arenz for the losses suffered by Syracuse were already very favorable to Koshei, but Koshei did not have any advantage on the issue of the ownership of Ω.

"So, how do you think this matter can be properly resolved, Ms. Christen?" So, Koshe wanted to know what Christen meant first. "Since neither you nor I are willing to give in, I would like to hear your thoughts first, and then make some considerations."

Koshei is not a barbarian. He is reasonable and will only use violence when necessary. The attitude that Kristen has shown so far has clearly told Koshei that he has no reason or qualifications to use violence.

Repaying kindness with evil was not the style of the Syracusans.

"Since Mr. Cascade has said so, I will no longer hide my intentions." As if she had finally heard what she wanted to hear, Christen smiled and asked, "I wonder if Mr. Cascade remembers what I said before about the idea of ​​exploring the sky."

"Of course, I can't forget such a great idea," Koshei stretched out one hand and gestured, "Please continue."

"Exploring the sky is not an easy task, and since no one has ever accomplished such a feat before, even Rhine Life has no technology and resources to support this idea within my capabilities."

"You want Syracuse to help?" Koshe shook his head and said, "I admit that Syracuse is indeed very well-funded, but Syracuse is also unable to help with space-related exploration technology."

"I think you misunderstood me, Mr. Cascade," Kristen said a name that Koshei didn't expect. "Your friend, Armando Osvid, is a lifelong member of the Colombian House of Representatives, but he also has a close relationship with the Colombian military. I think you, as his friend, should know this."

Koshe narrowed his eyes slightly. On the one hand, he was amazed at Kristen's intelligence ability. On the other hand, he recalled the scene when Osvid was in the hotel and commanded some people to point infrared-loaded guns at them from a distance.

This is definitely not something that an ordinary Senate can do. If a force with such modern weapons and manpower were to be able to do this...

"Perhaps you are right, but...how can I help you with this, Ms. Kristen?"

After a moment's thought, Koshe realized that what Christen said was true, so he continued the conversation.

"I hope you can help me, Rhine Life, reach a cooperation agreement with an individual from the Colombian military, Armando Osvid, in the form of additional cooperation," Kristen finally put forward her request. "As far as I know, due to Miss Shipka, Mr. Armando seems to have a lot of hostility towards Rhine Life, and I can't directly seek cooperation from the military with a project that is difficult to guarantee success, so..."

"So, you want to use my personal relationship to reach a personal cooperation with Armando who is affiliated with the military, so as to obtain military technology to start the plan of exploring the sky, is that right?"

Koshe understood Kristen's intention halfway through the conversation, and he took over and added concisely.

"That's right. If this can be accomplished, then I can try to convince Director Arends with a development project that has more future prospects," Kristen admitted with a smile. "I wonder... what does Mr. Cascade think?"

This was not an easy request, Koshe knew it.

If he agreed to this request, he would inevitably be in contact with the Colombian government and military at the same time, and Koshe was aware of this.

but……

Looking at the Ω in the culture tank, Koshe had a solemn expression, and no one knew what he was thinking.

After a long time, he slowly opened his mouth and said:

"Well, happy cooperation, Ms. Kristen."

"It's been a pleasure working with you, Mr. Cascade."

Kristen also smiled and held Koshe's hand.

Chapter 69 Cooperation Project

Under the guidance of Christen, Koshe left the experimental area with her.

They passed through doors and returned to the hall where the party was being held.

Dorothy and Justin were nowhere to be seen, perhaps because they were busy with work and left on their own.

As Kristen said, those who want to leave will leave.

Among the remaining people, the lively atmosphere at the beginning was no longer there.

Yara was leaning against a long table covered with a tablecloth. As if she had been prepared, the moment she saw Kristen and Koshe, she left the table and walked towards them holding Shipka's hand.

She and Kristen looked at each other, and after exchanging glances, Yara understood what Kristen meant.

"You are really prescient, Kristen."

Yara muttered to herself, and only Shipka heard her murmur, looking up at her in confusion.

After noticing Shipka's gaze, Yara let go of her hand, walked in front of her and half-knelt down, ignoring the hem of her clothes hanging on the ground, and reached out to touch her hair.

"If nothing unexpected happens, perhaps we will never meet again, little Shipka."

There was reluctance in Yara's eyes. Although Shipka was forced upon her by Kristen, she couldn't say much now that Kristen wanted to send Shipka away.

After all, more than 30 years ago, she had devoted her all to Rhine Life and to Christen.

She believed in Kristen and her choice, so she naturally would not have any objection or doubt about Kristen's decision.

Just like a mother who believes in her child.

"Although I don't know how much affection you have for her, please rest assured, ma'am, you will not never see her again," Koshei said in a comforting voice, "After everything is settled, you can meet at any time. I can assure you."

"Yara Booker Wilson, Director of the Human Resources Investigation Department," Yara stood up, turned around and introduced herself to Koshe, "Since you said so, I have nothing to worry about. I hope you won't let her cry."

"I promise, Lady Yara."

Koshe nodded and made a promise, then when Shipka, the only one who knew nothing, looked at a loss, he walked in front of her, lowered his head slightly and looked at her.

Shipka also raised her head and looked at the young man who gave her an unusual feeling when they first met.

And Koshei extended a hand to her.

Shipka didn't know where to put her hands, so she quickly looked at Yara for help.

But Yara just nodded slightly.

"I said I would take you back, Shipka Osvid," Koshei said slowly, his hand suspended in the air, "and now I am here to keep my appointment."

Shipka was stunned. She didn't know what to think or what to say. When Koshe said this to her, she didn't take it seriously at all. Although she always missed her past home, she didn't even know if she could still go home.

When she came to her senses, she found that her hand had been held by Koshe's without her knowing it.

She turned around and looked at Yara again, but all she saw was Yara putting on sunglasses and turning away.

It was at this moment that Christen, who was witnessing all this, suddenly felt someone patting her shoulder.

She turned around and saw Saria standing behind her with a serious look on her face.

"What's wrong, Saria?"

Kristen asked with a slight smile on her face.

"Kristen, we need to talk," but Saria was very serious and spoke word by word, "about Parvis and Ifrit."

……

"Mr. Cascade, are you ready to go?"

When Christen was pulled away by Saria, Koshe, who was about to leave with Shipka, heard someone calling him, so he turned around and saw Ferdinand walking towards him.

He was also pulling a Sarkaz banshee with him, but the banshee looked a little dull, like a rag doll, letting her arms swing with Ferdinand's movements.

"What is it, Ferdinand?"

Koshe frowned slightly and quickly looked at the banshee.

"Please allow me to introduce you first," Ferdinand let go of the hand holding the banshee after he came in front of Koshei, and then introduced him, "This is Nastie Runorei, the director of Rhine Life Engineering Department."

"Well," Koshei had too many things to do at this time, so he seemed a little impatient, "It says on her business card."

"Please forgive my interruption, Mr. Cascade. I would like to continue the previous topic with you." Ferdinand, who was particularly good at observing people's expressions, could tell that Koshe was unhappy. He hurriedly explained, "From what I understand, the mobile city technology used in Syracuse, which you are in charge of, seems to be a relatively old system. Such a system often requires frequent inspections to ensure normal operation."

"That's right." Seeing that Ferdinand was indeed here for serious business, Koshei put away his anxiety and focused on what he said. "So, what you mean is that you have a way to replace Syracuse's mobile city system without stopping the city's operation?"

"Not only that, we can even install new technology of the same level as Columbia on the existing basis," Ferdinand nodded, then spread his palm upwards and pointed to Nastie beside him, "However, everything depends on Director Nastie's ability and execution. I am just the middleman to help you connect with her."

As if she heard some key words, Nasti's originally dull expression suddenly changed, her eyes lit up, and then she met Koshe's gaze.

"Ferdinand is right. As long as there is enough motivation and reason, I can replace the mobile city technology for you at any time. This is not a complicated process. Making a city crawl on the ground is like making a car run, but the size is different." Nastie said halfway, as if she realized something, and then said, "I know this may be a little difficult to understand. Linear language often restricts most people's imagination. If you want to reach a certain goal, you must first establish a dialogue with the focus, rather than forcibly planning its route. But you are lucky. Columbia already has a ready-made mobile city technology, and this technology itself was developed by the engineering department."

"So you can just apply the existing technology to Syracuse's old technology?"

Koshe couldn't help but raise his head slightly. He had originally thought of updating Syracuse's mobile city system, but for Syracuse, which had a relatively backward level of technology, this was not an easy task.

But now, this Sarkaz banshee, who had only met him for a few minutes, spoke frankly and simply. He was very curious whether she really had this ability.

"The technical blueprint has always been stored here, and no one can steal it," Nasti pointed to her head and continued, "Also, you should be able to see the technological gap between Columbia and Syracuse. You may think I'm talking nonsense, but I can say without exaggeration that as long as you need it, I can even make further improvements based on Columbia's technology."

"Hmph... it's a tempting deal," Koshei pondered for a moment, his eyes moving back and forth between Nastie and Ferdinand, and then asked, "So, what are your terms?"

"I need a place to test my engineering techniques."

"that's it?"

"That's it," Nasty said calmly, with no expression on her face. "Colombia never allows me to use any technology that is not related to city construction, and I can't even occupy the wasteland around the country. Under pressure from the government and the military, many of my technologies are only proposals, but cannot be actually built. If you can provide me with an experimental site, then I will help you replace Syracuse's mobile city technology within three months."

Experimental site...

Koshei rubbed his chin with his hand, thinking.

This was not an excessive demand. It could even be said to be too simple, so simple that Koshe couldn't help but wonder if there was something fishy going on.

But when it comes to a suitable place for experimentation...

Koshe thought of the laboratory under Syracuse. Perhaps they could give Nastia to him as a condition for cooperation.

But now, he couldn't be sure of the pros and cons of this cooperation. Perhaps he should go back and ask Osvid before making a decision.

"This is a good deal, but please give me some time to think about it."

In the end, he chose a more conservative approach.

"Of course, Mr. Cascade," Ferdinand took this opportunity to step forward and said to Koshe on behalf of Nastie, who seemed a little impatient, "We will keep this proposal. If you want to continue this topic, you can contact me at any time through my business card."

"Then I'll take my leave now."

After saying goodbye, Koshei left the Rhine Life site with the overly well-behaved Shipka and headed towards Osvid's mansion.

Chapter 70 Conflict of Concepts

It was late at night, and Koshe didn't know the way back to Osvid's house, but the hound pup did.

Perhaps just like their wolf-like appearance, their sense of smell is as sharp as that of wolves, so under the secret guidance of the hound cub, Koshei brought Shipka back to the mansion.

Because it is private territory, there is a woodland before reaching the mansion. After passing through the woodland, there is the gate of the mansion.

There were two guards standing at the door. The moment Koshe and Shipka emerged from the woods, they raised their rifles.

Seeing this, Shipka tightened his grip on Koshe's hand.

"It's okay, don't worry."

After noticing Shipka's fear, Koshe turned his head, looked at her beside him, and comforted her.

When the guard saw that the person coming was Koshei, he immediately put down his guard and opened the door for him.

The two walked into the hall and saw that the lights were on, but the only few people in the huge hall were all crowded around the sofa.

"Godfather, you're back!"

Sheffield kept pacing back and forth. The moment he saw Koshe, his heart was at ease and he hurried forward to check on Koshe's condition.

But there was a figure that was faster than him.

Sichan jumped in front of Koshei at a speed that no one, not even Abrhan, could react to. She looked him up and down with worry in her eyes, and then turned her gaze to Shipka, who was being led by Koshei.

"Hmm... Why did Koshei bring a girl back again..."

There seemed to be some grievance in Sichan's voice, but after realizing that she seemed to have scared Shipka a little, she stopped pestering him and took a step back consciously.

"What do you mean by 'again'?" Koshe smiled and shook his head, explaining to her, "This is Armando Osvid's sister, Shipka Osvid. I just fulfilled the agreement between him and me."

After hearing Armando's name, Shipka obviously had an unusual reaction. She raised her head and looked at Koshe's profile, but did not dare to ask.

"Mr. Osvid told us about the agreement with you, Godfather," Abraham, who was leaning on the sofa, folded his arms and said, "But before you take any action in the future, can you tell us first? Sheffield told us that you went to Rhine Life and would be back before the evening, but now it is almost the next day."

"For this reason, we have just been discussing whether to raid Rhine Life," said Indra, who was sitting on the sofa on the other side and had crossed his legs on the coffee table, nonchalantly, "But I have never worried about you. There are not many people who can dodge my fists, and you are one of them. Even if you encounter any situation, you can deal with it calmly."

"Indra, don't be rude," Vina held the teacup, with mist rising from the tea in the cup. She slowly opened her eyes and looked at Koshei, "But I agree with what Indra said. If someone really dares to attack you, I can't imagine how crazy that person would be."

"I'm sorry to have worried you. I'll tell you what I've seen and heard in Rhine Life later." Koshe looked around the hall, looking for Armando, "but first, I have to talk to Osvid about something."

"Mr. Osvid, like you, went out during the day," Abrhan said to him, "He said he had some official business to attend to, and he hasn't come back yet. He also said that there are more than a dozen rooms in this mansion, and we can allocate them as we like."

"That's very thoughtful," Koshe smiled. He took off his coat and handed it to Sheffield. Then he led Shipka to the sofa. Vina consciously moved to the side to make room for them. "Well, if you're not sleepy yet, I'll tell you about what I saw and heard today, starting from when I met Arthur Wilder..."

……

Rhine Life, inside the general manager's office.

"Kristen, I think the 'treatment' of Ifrit should probably be discontinued."