Two Cities, I build mecha in Picheng

Chapter 55 Five-Year Covenant
In fact, Li Lin mustered up enough courage to say this.

Although Camille said that these councilors are just puppets introduced by the Ferros family, they are still councilors on the surface, and their family is still at the top of Piltover.

Therefore, even if they are puppets, they have a lot of power at hand, provided that Camille or the Philos family do not interfere with them.

Li Lin dared to be tough with the congressmen, and even slapped Karina in the face. Naturally, he had his own ideas and confidence.

First of all, if he really followed Karina's words, Bottom City would be squeezed again.

Van der is the boss of the black alley, but according to Li Lin's investigation, his power is the biggest in Zaan.

Even if he doesn't like fighting and killing now, and only stays on his own one-acre three-point land, the alchemy barons in other urban areas still have to treat him a little bit less.

From the current point of view, Van der wants to coexist peacefully with Picheng, but the prerequisite is that the two city-states can maintain the status quo.

However, after this big event that caused a sensation in the whole city, the councilors and big families who were worried that they had no reason to attack Zaun found an opportunity.

Once the fragile peace between the two cities is broken, the bottom city will suffer more oppression, and the people's life will be even more miserable. Even if Van der doesn't want to participate in this kind of thing, his subordinates don't think so.

At that time, Vander may not be able to restrain his subordinates, and even he himself may not be able to stand it, and lead Zaun to resist.

Even if he has a grudge against Shirko, it is possible to unite together to resist the oppression of Piltover, just like the "Day of Ashes" a few years ago...

Secondly, even if Li Lin couldn't convince a few congressmen, he could take a big gamble and use Camille as his backing.

Although there is a slight suspicion of taking advantage of her, based on the conversation with her last night, Li Lin feels that she will most likely not mind her "fake prestige".

After all, he did this to maintain the stability and peace of the two cities.

Except for one who is not loyal to the Philos family, he has exactly the same philosophy as Camille.

Of course, it is best not to use this hole card...

The third point is also dispensable. With his current inventions such as generators, Hex energy crystals, and exoskeleton power armor, he has made some achievements.

This can also be regarded as a bonus for persuading the councilors and other family representatives.

As long as we first solve the environmental pollution problem in Zaan, and then focus on improving the people's livelihood, first improve their living conditions, everything will be fine in the future.

Alleviating conflicts is not something that can be achieved overnight, and requires years of effort.

The only problem is that there is a high probability that these families in the upper city will not contribute to the construction of Zaun.

If you want to change the status quo in Zaun, you have to start with the alchemy barons who now control Zaun.

I still have to go to the black alley to find Vander...

Li Lin sighed silently in his heart.

"World peace..." Upon hearing this, Mel laughed.

Noxus is now invading Ionia, dare you say so.

She added in her heart, but didn't say it out of her mouth.

Her mother was the head of the Noxian branch of House Myrdalda.

As a militaristic expansionist country, record and military exploits are very important.

As the nobles of the empire, the Mydarda branch of Noxus has contributed to the invasion of Ionia in recent years.

Mel investigated Li Lin and knew that he was an Ionian, and he fled to Piltover because of the war.

She would not pick up which pot without opening it, and sprinkle salt on his wounds.

After a short pause, Mel withdrew his expression and said seriously, "It's a beautiful idea, but can you do it?"

"I said that because I have confidence." Li Lin and Mel looked at each other without any timidity, "And I think I have the ability."

On the side of the senator's round table, a low-pitched mechanical voice came:

"Do you have the ability to say that there is no evidence, do you think that the invention of that power armor can change the contradictions between the two cities that have accumulated over time?"

"Not just the power armor, but also the Hex energy crystal, Senator Polpok." Jess beside Li Lin couldn't help reminding.

Hearing his voice, the parliament hall once again set off a burst of exclamation:
"Hex crystal?! Did I hear correctly..."

"Oh my god, isn't that the technology of the Philos family?"

"I think this kid is really crazy!"

"Energy crystal... Could it be that the epoch-making product mentioned by the congressmen refers to this?"

"Since the Gilaman family revealed two cross-age inventions, what is the other one?"

"..."

Since the Evolution Day conference last night was not held as scheduled, the generator and Hex energy crystal were not displayed for everyone.

Except for a few councilors, other families do not know about the Hex energy crystal.

At this moment, knowing that Li Lin dared to study the most taboo technology in Piltover, many emotions such as curiosity, excitement, panic, and gloating emerged in the hearts of different family representatives.

"Jess!" Seeing that Jess spoke for Li Lin regardless of the occasion, Mrs. Karina couldn't help but snapped.

"Sorry Senator Gilaman, I'm just telling the truth."

Jess ignored Karina's angry eyes, exchanged glances with Li Lin who turned around with a slightly surprised expression, and nodded slightly.

Afterwards, Jess turned his head and looked at Polpok and continued:

"Although Senator Gilaman may have told you that the Hex Energy Crystal was jointly developed by Li Lin and me.

"But in fact, I didn't contribute too much. The energy crystal was basically independently developed by Li Lin. I just provided ideas and followed suit."

After saying that, Jess turned his face and looked at Li Lin again, a gleam of light flashed in his eyes.

I can only help you so far, the rest is up to you.

Li Lin, who saw the meaning in Jess' eyes, nodded gratefully to him, and then continued to look at Mel.

As far as the current situation is concerned, if the congressman Myrdalda, whom the congressmen are vaguely leading, can be persuaded, the affairs of the two cities will basically be settled.

I saw Mel dragging his chin with his right hand to think for a moment, then slowly asked:
"Well, since you have said so, I really want to hear your opinion, how do you want to solve the current problems in Zaun, and how do you plan to ease the conflict between the two city-states on the basis of not harming the interests of our family? ?”

She puts a little emphasis on the "we" once.

There is a play!

A gleam flashed in Li Lin's eyes, and he heard the hidden meaning in Mel's words.

It doesn't matter as long as the interests of their congressional families are not harmed.

As for other families, he needs to deal with it by himself.

"My thoughts are like this..."

In the following time, Li Lin quickly informed the congressmen of his original plan in detail, and at the same time answered their various tricky and thorny questions.

Fortunately, both Caitlin and Jess helped to speak, and these councilors were blocked from refuting without words.

The debate stopped when Li Lin felt his mouth was dry and his throat was smoking.

Mel looked around for a week, then scanned the other family representatives for a while, then raised his tone and said loudly:

"I think everyone is aware of Mr. Li Lin's thoughts. This matter is a major event for the two city-states. I hope that everyone will be fair and objective in the next vote and not be affected by external factors...

"If you support Mr. Li Lin, please vote with a show of hands."

The family representatives in the auditorium looked at each other, and after a long time, no one wanted to be this early bird.

Just when Li Lin was in a heavy mood and felt that something was going to go wrong, a young man dressed in Picheng University uniform, with slightly messy short-to-medium-length hair, leaning on a cane and looking a little weak slowly raised his hand.

His expression was slightly hesitant, as if he had made a decision after inner struggle.

"Oh ho ho~~ His name is Victor, and he is my teaching assistant." Heimerdinger smiled and blew his beard, and briefly introduced everyone, "He is attending today on behalf of Piltover University."

It turned out to be Victor who hadn't yet mechanically ascended. No wonder the system panel could gather ten heroes yesterday.

Li Lin had an impression of this young man. He seemed to be the one lying next to Heimerdinger in the hall of the Piltover Auditorium last night.

With the first person taking the lead, hands were stretched out one after another in the auditorium.

Among them, many lower-level families were born in Zaan, and they made a fortune because of the invention of a certain practical patent, and they rose to the top of the city.

"Ellora." Mel beckoned towards the crowd, calling out a name softly.

A woman wearing clothes similar in color and style to Mel's, who looked about her age, stepped out, writing and drawing on a note board and counting the number of people.

After a while, Elora put a few pieces of paper in front of each council member, saluted and retreated into the crowd.

Mel picked up the paper and looked at it, with a faint smile on his face, "It seems that the families who support and those who oppose are exactly half."

Then, she put down the paper in her hand, and glanced at the faces of representatives with different expressions, "Then, let's vote with a show of hands. Those who support Mr. Li Lin's proposal, please raise your hand."

It's a critical moment...

Li Lin's heart was pounding, and he couldn't restrain his nervousness.

Several congressmen looked at each other, and finally Heimerdinger raised his short hand first: "I agree."

A hextech spotlight lit from the ceiling illuminated his position.

"I agree too."

To the surprise of Li Lin, Caitlin and Jess, Karina, who was still angry just now, also raised her hand.

A thoughtful look flashed in Mel's eyes, "Well, I think Mr. Li Lin's proposal is feasible, and I agree."

"what?"

"Member Myrdalda, why don't you..."

"No way..."

Those who exclaimed were Wosladen, Hoskall, and Polpok MP.

Sa Luo didn't say a word at first, but under Mel's squinting gaze, he sighed and raised his hand: "I agree too...but I have conditions."

"Please tell me, Senator Saro." Li Lin nodded.

"First of all, it's about sponsorship. The Salo family won't provide you with any sponsorship. As for other families..." Salo quickly looked around, and then fixed his eyes on Li Lin again, "It's up to you."

"no problem."

Anyway, I didn't expect you families to contribute money to help me, and it will only be you who will regret it at that time.

Li Lin kept a polite smile while thinking in his heart.

"Secondly, you just said so many ideas. It is undeniable that they are feasible, but you didn't mention how long it will take you to show results."

Councilor Salo snorted lightly, "I don't think it's better than this, three years, we'll give you three years, and you have to show us the results that satisfy us."

Three years, this is too short...

Li Lin frowned slightly, and just about to say something, Heimerdinger, who was facing him at the round table, spoke first:

"Mr. Salo, three years is really embarrassing... But all scientists should understand some truths. There is no rush to complete a scientific result."

His voice was a little shrill, but not harsh.

"I think this young man really wants to contribute to the two city-states. We might as well be more tolerant and give him more time to let him do it. I think ten years is pretty good."

"Ten years?!" Salo, Hoskar, and Worthlaton councilors exclaimed at the same time.

"Don't worry, ten years will pass in the blink of an eye."

Heimerdinger waved his hand, completely unaware that the yordle's concept of time is completely different from that of ordinary humans.

"How about this, we all take a step back." Mel said in time to reconcile, "Give Mr. Li Lin five years, neither too urgent nor too easy, how about it?"

She winked at Li Lin.

Li Lin took a deep breath, and quickly took the opportunity to say, "In five years, I can produce satisfactory results for everyone."

"That's fine, five years is five years, I can afford to wait." Senator Sa Luo was dissatisfied, but he waved his hand and agreed.

Afterwards, seeing that Li Lin seemed to have a plan in mind, he poured a bucket of cold water in time, "But don't worry, there is one last thing."

"Please speak."

Sa Luo glanced at Li Lin coldly, "What if you can't do it?"

This is preparing for trouble, and I want to take advantage of it...

Li Lin's heart trembled, "I..."

He just said a word, and Karina on the other side responded loudly: "The Gilaman family guarantees Li Lin."

"Mother……"

"Lady Karina...

This time, the other congressmen, Li Lin, Caitlin, Jess, and the audience representatives were all shocked.

Voslaton opened his mouth wide, "Member Gilaman, who are you?"

"I don't think you need to do this for a mere craftsman." Polpok also dissuaded him.

Li Lin found that Mrs. Karina didn't look at him, it seemed that the anger in her heart had not dissipated.

But even so, she is still willing to put all the bets on herself...

why?
Li Lin's mood was a bit complicated, and he couldn't figure it out.

"I've already decided." Karina said coldly, "Li Lin is a craftsman of the Gilaman family. If he fails to do so, the Gilaman family is willing to take responsibility for his actions."

"This..." By this time, Sa Luo had nothing to say, and shook his head helplessly and sighed, "Alright, I agree."

"Very well, now that everyone has decided."

Mel looked at Li Lin, and the corners of his mouth curled up faintly.

"Mr. Li Lin, according to the agreement, you need to come up with satisfactory results within five years, and the Gilaman family will guarantee you. Everyone present is a witness to the agreement. Can you accept it?"

Li Lin exhaled heavily, "Yes."

Mel put a smile on his face, slowly got up from the chair, and announced to everyone in the hall:

"The current vote is 4:3. I declare—Mr. Li Lin's proposal is valid."

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