Machine War: Infinite Frontier

Just when Xiao Yun asked people to investigate the detailed information about the accident, the news reaching his ears became more and more lively day by day. In a short period of time, more than a hundred planetary corporate forces announced that they would break away from TMC control. It seemed that at the border The TMC suddenly became like a rat crossing the street, everyone was shouting to beat him up. Xiao Yun really had no idea what was going on down there.

Even Alejandro has been invited by the Resistance Army, hoping that Alejandro can become their designated military supplier. If agreed, the Resistance Army will provide more to Alejandro's small workshop. Support and help, completely breaking away from the small workshop model. It is conceivable that the resistance forces despise Alejandro no matter how much they value him.

This kind of thing didn't need to be considered at all. It didn't take long for Alejandro to agree, and then he was invited by the resistance to go to another planet called Typhon.

Typhon is a very important planet in the Frontier Space. If Chimera is just a planet famous for its black market and its real size is no more than a prosperous town with a special function, then Typhon is a giant city. , development in all aspects has left Chimera far behind. It is a very important commercial center in the border. Of course, the formal kind of development cannot be compared with Chimera's development.

Xiao Yun is not familiar with the planet Typhon. After all, he has never been there and has only heard about it. The only thing he knows is that most of the leaders of the resistance are typical border farmers, and core planets like Typhon have always been It is a key target of TMC's care. It basically feels like TMC's private territory. The resistance army invited Alejandro to such a place?

Typhon is about three thousand light-years away from the Chimera. In previous eras, that distance would have been impossible to cross in a lifetime. But now with a curvature engine, it is equivalent to a long journey, but this It’s also a bit of a time lag to go back and forth.

I called Leonardo over and asked, but he didn’t know what the situation was. Logically speaking, Typhon should not have anything to do with the resistance, but no one could say for sure. Typhon, as a company with countless companies on the border, The gathering place is a mixed bag and everything happens. If the rebels want to fight against the TMC, they have to spend money. Since they have to spend money, they have to make money.

It is very likely that many of the countless business giants are supported by the rebels. After all, the composition of the rebels is a bit complicated. To be honest, the rebels are also the largest suppliers of agricultural products and food in the entire border. They are proper super business giants. The real frontier landowners and TMC are just outsiders.

It would be useless to think about it if I didn't go there in person now. After getting Xiao Yun's permission, Alejandro led the team and set off with ND's photocopier team and the paw team.

On the day Alejandro set out, people from TMC also secretly came to Chimera, and immediately came to the Dawn Industrial Park and asked to meet with Gina.

He landed from the universe on a standard transport ship with great posture. He just informed him in advance and let the transport ship dock on the apron of the industrial park.

According to the notification, the person leading the team was the Major General of the TMC Logistics Department who had had contact with Gena before. After receiving the news, Gena hurried to the tarmac and began to greet the high-ranking Major General.

After the hatch of the transport ship opened, the major general walked out of it wearing TMC's black general officer uniform. Behind him for protection was Rennie, whom Xiao Yun had met once. Different from the Rennie who had met him before. At that time, this guy was dressed in casual clothes, but this time he appeared wearing a combat uniform and holding a helmet that represented his identity.

Except for Reni, almost all the teams he led were similarly dressed. They protected the TMC major general and came to Shuguang Industrial Park. In addition to these knight-looking people, there were also several groups of fully armed soldiers following him. Come together.

"Director Sahak, please don't mind the intrusion."

Gena saluted with a polite and elegant gesture, showing off his aristocratic style: "Welcome to General Jonson. As TMC's designated supplier, Shuguang Industry welcomes everyone from TMC to come and inspect our factory."

Jonson is about forty years old. Compared with the frontline commander, he does not look so imposing. He looks gentler and has an obvious belly. There is nothing he can do about it wearing a general's uniform. Cover up his belly as well.

Major General Jonson waved his hand and said: "There is no need to say these polite words. I would like to introduce to you the person next to me. This is Major General Mike Neal, our TMC intelligence management officer. This time, I have made a special trip to come here. Your Dawn Industry has some matter."

Gena nodded: "I'm glad to meet General Niel. You are very welcome to Shuguang Industry. I have already prepared a place to rest..."

Neil had no expression on his face and interrupted directly: "No, let's find a convenient place to talk."

Gina maintained the aristocratic demeanor and smiled slightly, raising his hand: "Please follow me, but the soldiers brought by the two generals please stay here. We at Shuguang Industries have the ability to protect the safety of the two generals here. ”

Major General Jonson didn't say anything, nodded and just called Reni to take a few people to follow the others and waited in place. Gina led people all the way to his office area on the top floor of the main building, where Xiao Yun often stayed. There, he and Cruze discussed the matter and went to pieces.

When Gina got out of the elevator at the top of the building, she saw Xiao Dao and his people guarding outside the elevator. They were all fully armed. The equipment they wore obviously looked more refined and advanced than that of Reni and the others. They had all-in-one protective equipment. A's combat uniform feels like he is wearing a flexible exoskeleton armor rather than an ordinary field combat uniform.

There were almost seven or eight knights scattered in different places. Except for the leader Xiao Dao, who only wore a pair of special goggles, the others all wore helmets and uniforms. They looked like they were better than Lei. The people Ni brought with him were much more professional.

As soon as Major General Neal came out, he set his sights on Xiaodao. After a quick glance, he looked at the other members of the Paw Team but showed nothing.

When Gina came out and saw the knife man, he was stunned: "He didn't go out to play?"

"No." Xiaodao responded coldly, glanced at the stranger who also came out of the large elevator, and said, "Boss and Mr. Cruze are chatting inside. Are these guests?"

"Yes, let him clean up quickly." Gina shook his head helplessly, and quickly turned to the two generals behind him and said: "I'm sorry, generals, the people inside are our top executives of Shuguang Industry, don't you mind, or We can also change places."

"No need." Major General Jonson smiled, waved his hand and said to the knife: "Please go and inform the master. I have heard before that the major shareholder of Shuguang Industry is a very special person. I didn't have the chance to meet him last time. I didn’t expect to bump into him today.”

Xiaodao didn't respond. He paused for a moment before speaking: "The boss invites you in, but these guys need to leave all their weapons or wait here."

Major General Neal said calmly: "Reni, just follow and the others will wait here."

"yes."

At this moment, Cruze, wearing a white suit, walked out. His behavior was equally elegant, but the mask on his face made him more mysterious in the eyes of others.

Gena himself is actually a very arrogant person. If he were not the CEO of Shuguang Industry now, he might have put on more airs than these two generals. But when people are in the world and cannot help but pretend, Gena can also put on a disguise. He pretends to be a qualified business leader.

With an apologetic smile, Gena introduced the two of them: "Let me introduce, this is our other senior executive of Dawn Industry, Rau Lu Cruze. Cruze, this is General Jonson of TMC, and this is General Neil."

"Welcome both of you to come from afar." Kruse's magnetic voice sounded, and he walked over with a smile and took the initiative to extend his hand: "I am the Chief Financial Officer of Shuguang Industry. I am very happy to meet you two. Your arrival really makes us Shuguang." On behalf of Shuguang Industry, I would like to apologize to both of you. I did not expect that Gina would bring you here and I was not prepared enough to entertain you. Please forgive me."

"It doesn't matter. We came in a hurry and didn't notify you in advance. It's normal that you didn't have time to prepare." Major General Jonson seems to be very talkative. Basically, he can do a good job in logistics. This kind of self-cultivation is definitely not lacking. of.

"Thank you, Major General Jonson, for your understanding, please." Kruse raised his hand with a slight smile, and led everyone through a corridor. After that, the field of vision suddenly broadened, and they came to a wide gathering of multiple functional areas, but at a glance, it made people feel... in a comfortable area.

A young man was sitting on the sofa in the guest lounge area, looking bored, but his attitude was quite eager. After Cruze brought someone over to speak, Xiao Yun stood up from the sofa.

"Xiao Yun, these two are TMC generals, Jonson and Neil."

"Hello, welcome, warm welcome!" Xiao Yun jumped up and clapped his hands quickly, glancing to the side a few times: "Why are you hiding when the guests are here, clap your hands quickly! Put on the BGM!"

Figures emerged from the void one by one, and after the bits of light dissipated, knights wearing the same combat uniforms were revealed. At a rough count, there were about fifteen people standing outside just now and the ones exposed now.

Under the stunned and dull gazes of Jonson, Neil, and Rennie who followed, these knights clapped their hands helplessly and shouted after Xiao Yun: "Welcome, welcome, warm welcome, welcome, welcome, warm welcome. "

The sound of trumpets, trumpets, and drums followed a certain rhythm, and started playing directly through the audio equipment in this large room. It was very festive and lively, and Xiao Yun seemed to be enjoying it, and his face was filled with joy.

The voices were unified and full of vitality. It was the strong sense of helplessness and aggrievedness that made the three guests see a scene of many grown men crying. The magical scene made them feel quite complicated now. They felt Respecting hospitality but not feeling honored at all.

Neil, who was aloof and indifferent, couldn't help but glance at Xiao Yun, wondering how such a funny person could exist in this world.

Gina looked up at the sky and felt a little broken. The strong character created by Sugon Industries was completely wiped out by Xiao Yun. Cruze didn't expect that Xiao Yun would come out like this. After a moment of silence, he looked at the two of them. The general said apologetically: "Sorry, he is...a bit casual. Maybe he was too happy to see you two."

Major General Jonson opened his mouth and smiled in embarrassment: "This kind of welcome ceremony is really special. Is this the unique style of your hometown?"

"No, although it may be a bit rude at this time, it should be his unique personal style."

Gina took over the topic expressionlessly, clapped her hands and immediately stopped the music without giving Xiao Yun a chance to speak. She said directly to the people in the paw team: "Get out."

A group of people covered their faces and ran away as if they had been saved. With Xiao Yun, a BOSS who could think of anything at any time, didn't play according to common sense, and didn't care about their appearance and prowess, they also had a headache. They wore helmets so that outsiders couldn't see them clearly. What they look like is probably their biggest blessing now.

"I'm so happy to see you two. Don't mind. Don't mind." Xiao Yunhuo said with a smile as if he had just made a little joke to the guests: "I heard someone said that if a senior official from TMC comes over, I have arranged this show temporarily, I hope you like it.”

"No normal person would like this kind of program." Gina gave Xiao Yun a cold look and apologized to the two of them again: "I'm sorry, you two. Please sit down. Do you need tea, wine, coffee, or anything else?"

Jonson and Neil looked at each other and hesitantly found a place to sit down, but fortunately nothing else happened after they sat down. Gena poured wine for them personally and sat aside.

Neil calmed down his mood and spoke first after the two parties sat down: "Guys, I came here today on behalf of the TMC and I have some questions to ask."

Xiao Yun raised his cup and raised it towards Major General Neil: "You tell me, as long as we can tell you, we will definitely tell you. If you can't tell me, I won't be able to tell you no matter how much you ask."

Neil's eyes twitched, but he still asked: "I want to know where your practical beam weapon technology comes from."

"This..." Xiao Yun sipped his wine and hesitated for a moment, then said: "It can be said that Leonardo bought it from someone else. Is there anything wrong with it?"

"There is no problem. Regarding the development technology of the T-series body, whether it was developed by Sugon Industry itself or purchased from the same company."

Xiao Yun said with a humble face that was not modest at all: "Of course it is self-developed. Our Shuguang Industry may not be as good as others, but its technological development capabilities are first-class. I can tell you directly without being humble that there is no other NB in ​​the entire border." There are forces that can surpass us in the development of mechas. We not only develop and manufacture T series mechas, but also now have W series and Y series. We even accept customized services, but the technology belongs to us and the products can belong to you. "

It’s not clear whether Major General Neal believes it or not, but Xiao Yun must be very confident.

Major General Neil paused for a moment, took out a metal cube not much larger than a dice and placed it on the table. Then a screen popped up and displayed several pictures.

All the screens show F-series airframes. Generally speaking, they are not much different from the airframes produced by the Alejandro factory. However, the batch of airframes in the photos are not produced by the Alejandro factory but obtained by It was manufactured by the rebels after authorization, and the style painting, additional armor and additional equipment seemed a bit crude.

Neil also said very directly: "These machines are called F1 transforming mechas. The names are very similar to the names of your T series. We suspect that you are related to the development and production of the F1 series. This kind of machine The first appearance of A was a few months ago, and then your Sugon Industrial T-series mecha appeared. TMC needs an explanation.”

Xiao Yun listened and looked attentively. After Neil finished speaking, Xiao Yun nodded with a look of disgust on his face: "I don't know about this thing you showed me. How could such a vulgar machine be... The cutting-edge products manufactured by Sugon Industries are too ugly.”

Gena took over the words and said: "In fact, we have heard about this kind of F1 transforming mecha at Sugon Industry, but these machines are indeed not products of our Sugon Industry. You can judge with the naked eye that this machine is completely the same as our T-series machine body. Different technical directions.”

Neil nodded slightly, as if he believed what Gina said: "I also believe that Dawn Industry will not violate the contract, but I still hope to enter your production workshop to confirm and carry out inspections on Dawn Industry." review.”

Gina said: "Of course inspection is possible, but review is not necessary, right?"

This time it was Major General Jonson who spoke: "Director Sahak, don't be too busy to refuse. We at TMC have hopes to achieve deeper cooperation with Shuguang Industry. This time I have brought many companies' intention contracts, which can greatly Increasing the production efficiency of Shuguang Industry, whether it is the T series specially supplied to us, the W series for special purposes, or the Y series for civilian use, you can get a huge increase in output, and you can also make more money from it, we TMC There are only two small conditions.”

"The first is the review. If the review passes, then everything will be easy. TMC will place another larger order for Shuguang Industry, and will also assist you in purchasing a newer and more efficient production line. With this order, I believe that Shuguang Industry It can quickly develop into one of the top mecha manufacturing companies on the border, and the second requirement is that we hope you can accept a group of people in the name of Shuguang Industry."

"This group of people will be stationed near Shuguang Industry as a security force to protect Shuguang Industry's technical assets from being exposed. They only need you Shuguang Industry to provide a name. They will not enter the industrial park without permission. middle."

"Censorship is understandable. After all, things like the production of weapons cannot be avoided, but security is not necessary." Cruze said calmly, "Chimera is a neutral planet after all. Doing this will offend a lot of people in Chimera. We are unwilling to participate in games and struggles at any level and just want to open the door for business. Since we have signed an agreement, the full version of the T series with military specifications will only be sold to you TMC unless you breach the contract first. Sugon Industry also has this ability to protect Our own technology will not be leaked.”

"That's it." Jonson sighed, shook his head and said, "Okay, let's pretend that I haven't mentioned the second condition. Let's talk about the order first."

Gena nodded and hoped that Shuguang Industry could increase production according to TMC's requirements. At the same time, he provided a list of a number of downstream qualified component manufacturers. Needless to say, they must all be TMC-related companies.

But this is where TMC is generous. They are willing to let Sugon Industry earn more money and actively help Sugon Industry expand production to promote the development of the entire industry chain, instead of directly taking away the technology and giving Sugon Industry a licensing fee. and the patent fees for a single machine body to produce it ourselves.

As long as the production line of Shuguang Industry can be expanded again, the output after successful operation with the spare parts provided by downstream suppliers will become very scary, and with the technology of this world, it will not take too much to build several factories. It will take a long time to put it into operation, and maybe it will be completed before the first batch of spare parts and newly purchased equipment arrive at the factory.

The rebels had no choice. After all, the rebels were in an awkward position and everything they did was a bit sneaky. However, they did not treat Alejandro badly. This situation can only be said to be the result of different positions and identities between the TMC and the rebels. The choices and styles of doing things are different, but at least they are very reputable and follow the rules, and they all operate to maintain a certain bottom line that cannot be broken.

Once some rules are broken, it will be difficult to establish them again. If the rules are really broken, the border will probably become even more chaotic.

In comparison, Xiao Yun really has no bottom line at all. This guy is not a good person.

Over there, Gina was discussing specific matters with Jonson, while Xiao Yun looked at Neil and kept asking: "I heard that your TMC has been having a hard time recently, and was manipulated by people from the alliance? I see it every day What planets and forces have publicly declared to break away from TMC control? Are you increasing orders to counterattack or to protect yourself? By the way, do you think TMC will make more money? Will you accept smaller military contracts? For external contracting, our Shuguang Industry provides customized services. If you are interested in customizing a batch of robots for the mobile knights, we can also take orders and the price is negotiable. I heard that there are some changes in the alliance gate. I am a little curious. Do you know what is going on? When you occupied Alliance Star, you didn't even find the door. If you re-occupy Alliance Star and find the door, can you give us a few places? We can buy them with money. I want to come in and have a look. Are you still recruiting people at TMC? If I go, can I become a major general like you? I can pay for it. If not, I can become a major. I think I can accept it if you give me a ship..."

"I don't know, no, I'm not sure. You can consider it. I need to ask my superiors. We have a strict internal promotion mechanism and strict management rules that may not be suitable for you..."

Neil's face was expressionless. Judging from his years of experience in intelligence, the young man in front of him was really not pretending to be crazy, but was asking him questions seriously and curiously, and was very much looking forward to hearing from him. After getting the answer, he couldn't help but have a doubt in his heart:

"Which universe is this idiot young master from?"

Xiao Yun laughed and poured a glass of wine for Neil: "You are a very good person. Like me, you are very principled and say what you should say and don't say. You are very frank and direct. I am very happy to chat with you. Hahaha. Come and have a drink.”

Xiao Yun drank a glass of wine. After a while, Xiao Yun kept winking at Major General Neal: "Drink, I didn't poison you. Don't worry."

"You're such a principled person!"

Neil's eyelids twitched twice, he picked up the cup, took a sip and then slowly put it down.

After drinking, Xiao Yun finally lost his curiosity and seemed to be much more normal. The rapid changes were a bit unprepared. He stood up and patted his butt: "Let's talk, if General Neil and General Johnson are still there." Just tell Gina anything. He is responsible for Shuguang Industry. I will ask someone to arrange a proper meal for you in the City of Desire. I will treat you. After all the work, you should relax. How can you not enjoy it if you come here once in a while? Enjoy, then you go ahead and I won’t bother you here.”

Xiao Yun nodded towards the three of them and walked away. Gina sighed and smiled sheepishly at the two of them: "I'm really sorry."

Jonson said with a smile: "It doesn't matter, this person is really free and easy, just live freely and happily."

Gena shook his head and smiled politely, half sincerely: "General Jonson is right, this guy is really comfortable but he never cares whether others are comfortable or not."

Jonson said with some curiosity: "I would like to ask, you don't seem to be from the border? This young master seems to have a distinguished status?"

"Yes, we are from other places." Gina changed his posture and nodded, smiling: "It doesn't hurt to tell General Jonson. He is the designated next leader of our alliance of major families."

"puff……"

Everyone looked towards the direction of the sound. Reni, who had been standing aside without a presence, quickly bent down apologetically: "I'm sorry."

There was an awkward silence in the atmosphere, and Major General Jonson laughed dryly: "Director Sahak, how many big families are these?"

Gina said: “It’s not convenient to say more specific details, but our industry covers many aspects, such as energy, weapons, medical technology, artificial intelligence technology, etc., so I believe that in the future, our Shuguang Industry will have many places to work with. TMC cooperates.”

Major General Jonson smiled and nodded: "Yes, since it's inconvenient to say more, I won't ask more questions. There will be many places where we can continue to cooperate in the future. I also look forward to your family being able to open up a new territory of their own on the border." The world, TMC also welcomes a long-term and stable partner.”

After continuing to discuss the next related matters with Jonson, Gena took the two of them to the workshop for a visit. The people who came to visit were not only Jonson and Neil, but a complete audit team. Ian is responsible for providing technical explanations to these review teams.

After a rough confirmation, the report given by the review team is indeed completely different from the F1 series. The production process is very standard and perfect, the products are qualified and exquisite, and generally speaking, no problems can be found.

Not finding a problem does not mean there is no problem. Everyone knows this. But as long as no problem can be found, it can be assumed that there is no problem. Then the next things can naturally be finalized one after another.

Neil and Jonson did not refuse the relaxation program arranged by Xiao Yun. They would stay in Chimera for a few days. On the one hand, they were completing the follow-up details with Shuguang Industry. On the other hand, they also had other things to do. Do.

On the way to the City of Desire, Jonson and Neil were sitting in the arranged aircraft. Jonson looked at Neil who had no expression and asked, "What do you think about the man named Xiao Yun?"

Neil thought: "Ordinary names may be fake names, and the personality is unreliable. It's hard to say what the ability is, but it must be unique in being able to obey so many people. People who can become the heirs of a big family even if they usually look like No matter how weird you are, you can’t underestimate him. My only opinion is that people like him need to be on guard and be more careful. He is like a source of chaos, and all he can think about is having fun and watching the excitement.”

"Normal people like this kind of person are completely unable to follow his logic and cannot see through his thoughts. If you follow him, you will be left behind. If you jump around, you will fall into the pit he dug. There are many people who are one step ahead of others in thinking. Zuo is a genius, but some people who are two steps ahead of others will be regarded as madmen in the eyes of more people, but this kind of madman is a more terrifying person than a genius, and he may be such a person. "

"The rest of the others, Ronde Zina Sahak and Rau Lu Cruze, are difficult to confirm just by looking at their names. Director Sahak is not as polite and friendly as he seems. He pretends to be No matter how much he looks, he can't hide the arrogance and disdain in his eyes. Only when facing Xiao Yun does he show fear and helplessness. He is very afraid of this Xiao Yun and is afraid from the bottom of his heart. "

"But the most incomprehensible thing is Rau Lu Cruze. His mood has always remained calm and without any fluctuations. He is like a deep pool with no bottom, revealing his indifference. All the kind emotions shown are just disguises. "Everyone is not a simple character, and trying to investigate their identity and background is like finding a needle in a haystack."

"These three people don't care at all who we are or what our status is. They may value TMC but they don't care too much. They just treat us as business partners and give us the most basic attitude we should have. At least we should work hard." ·Lou Cruze and Ronde Gina Sahak are like this, Xiao Yun...either has a purpose or is just for fun, I can't see through him. "

"Judging from the information we have received, Shuguang Industry does have quite a few knights guarding it. Judging from common sense, it is impossible for them to be rebels. All the knights who appeared in front of us today are not simple characters. I It is certain that everyone has crossed the threshold, and it is impossible for the rebels to leave such a force in Chimera doing nothing just to protect a company and a few people who cooperate with us. "

"The development and rise of Shuguang Industry is too fast. It is impossible to do it without a huge force behind to provide technical support. Just so many knights are not something that ordinary forces can come up with, and they only exist as guards. I can only Talk about luxury."

"The beam weapon miniaturization technology may not be what they purchased, it may also be what they released... With people like Xiao Yun leading people to make reverse speculations based on my many years of experience, I have no doubt that he wanted to see more information. They deliberately created a few lucky ones to create a big excitement, but there is also other information pointing out that the transforming mecha technology comes from another space."

"Perhaps the F1 transforming mecha was not manufactured by them, but it is very likely that Xiao Yun deliberately leaked the technology. It is also possible that someone got the technology from another space, and we can now confirm that a lucky person got the technology. Yes, there is one more thing that can be confirmed. Xiao Yun is serious about asking me to change my job just now, and every curious question he asks is serious. "

Jonson looked at Neil, whose eyes were shining with a faint blue light that was not easy to detect, and nodded slightly: "These speculations are enough, but if the technology of the F1 transforming mecha is really what they throw away, There is nothing we can do now and we have no evidence. Fortunately, you can come and visit me in person. If you want to see so many things in a short time, you can only rely on your special ability. "

"You will have to work hard in the next negotiations with the autonomous government. I didn't expect that the situation on the border would become what it is now because of a new type of weapon. The Titan can deal with the Titan, but our soldiers have no way to deal with the F1 transforming fighter. , the high-end forces were evenly matched but there was no way to prevent the defeat of the conventional forces.”

"We have to listen when someone at the top of the federal government asks us to talk first. I also think that rather than letting the fire started by the autonomous government spread to the entire border, it is better to let them develop slowly under our noses. If we continue to make trouble, no one will gain anything. The good thing is that we have reduced our strength and controlled the current area and are ready to fight out at any time. Haha, it’s a joke! How could such development on the border have happened without the support of our TMC!”

Neil did not answer Jonson's words, but changed the topic: "It seems that the Federation's attitude is to have a hand in the Alliance Star. If the Federation's influence is spread across the border, they will be happy to see a new With the emergence of autonomous government, most of our TMC’s years of operation at the border have been wasted.”

Jonson shook his head: "They won't care about it. They don't care about the poor places on the border. There are so many chaotic autonomous territories and countries in the universe. Only those that can stand can be recognized. With what the resistance army wants to establish now, The self-government is not qualified enough. If it were not for the door, they would not even ask. We cannot fathom the thoughts of those senior officials. "