I, Folyago, am the most devoted lover in Runeterra.

Furthermore, given Bilgewater's current situation, it definitely needs Hextech Cores.

But why hasn't the Empress of Piraeus made any move yet?

What is she waiting for?

Jagu felt that he was being looked down upon.

This feeling made Jagu somewhat anxious.

For Jagu, who held a position of great power in Piltover, this experience was undoubtedly agonizing.

If it weren't for the financial resources and the desire to continue the Middarda family's glory in Piltover, Jaggu might have returned to Piltover long ago.

However, Jagu knew in his heart that once he could successfully promote Hextech into Bilgewater, the benefits would be terrifying.

This groundbreaking market expansion will propel the Middarda family to new heights.

That's why Jagu forced himself to endure it.

Finally, on the seventh day after Jaggu arrived in Bilgewater, he received the news he had been waiting for.

Empress Sarah Doom of Bilgewater will receive him at the palace.

..............

Jagu followed behind the man named Foxy, walking slowly through the corridors of the Bilgewater Empress's palace.

The palace was decorated in a dark and pale color scheme, giving it an extremely solemn and magnificent appearance.

Upon closer examination, one can almost sense a subtle, vast divinity emanating from it.

All of the royal guards' armor was also in pale and jet-black tones, showing that these two colors had a great influence in this emerging kingdom.

Although this meeting was not a formal negotiation, the Empress still chose to receive him in the main hall of the palace.

This is considered a very high level of courtesy.

This made Jagu feel a little better.

Soon, led by Foxy, Jagu arrived at the end of their journey.

This is a pale door. Passing through this door leads to the main hall of the palace. The Empress has already arrived at the palace.

Jagu adjusted the bow tie on her tuxedo slightly and changed the way she held her cane.

"please!"

Secretary of State for Military Affairs Foxy made an inviting gesture and smiled at Jagu.

Jagu didn't say much, just nodded, and then stepped inside.

Suddenly, Jagu stopped walking.

He opened his mouth slightly in surprise.

He had imagined what the so-called Bilgewater palace would look like, but he never expected it to be like this.

Dozens of pale stone pillars supported a space that could definitely be described as spacious.

Unlike Jagu's imagined palace, which should be resplendent in gold and jade, this hall still used a color scheme of pale white and pitch black.

The surrounding walls are engraved with many extremely lifelike reliefs.

The carving depicts a great deity wielding a sword, parting towering waves with a single strike.

That's not all. The most awe-inspiring thing is the enormous statue carved entirely from black crystal that stands behind the throne.

The image of the deity is so majestic that just looking at it inspires an indescribable sense of respect in people's hearts.

The deity's expression, however, was one of great compassion, as if he were telling us how much he cared for the people here.

The god's loving gaze was directed at a pure white throne.

On the throne, a graceful figure sat regally, her unparalleled beauty stunning even the well-traveled Jaggu.

Seeing this breathtaking scene brought a phrase back to Jagu's mind.

The Empress of Misfortune, a person favored by the gods.

The person who said this was the hotel owner who had once told Jaguar about the source of Port Pi’s wealth.

Even as he said this, the shop owner's expression remained extremely devout.

Chapter 195, The Empress's Allure

The scene before him had an immense impact on Jagu.

Mysterious and solemn divinity, noble and elegant royal power, and an unparalleled empress.

This left Jaggu, who was used to technology and parliament, feeling somewhat shocked.

At the same time, he was also clear about what this meant.

Generally speaking, no dictator wants his power to be constrained.

In the eyes of most people in power, it doesn't matter whether it's democracy or theocracy.

These are merely tools used to maintain his legitimate rule.

No one in power is willing to share their power with so-called "gods" or anything else.

And now, in this palace...

What did Jaggu see?

It turns out that the belief in this deity was not only deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, but the empress herself was probably its most devout follower.

Because a king would never allow himself to look up to other beings in the place where he exercises his power.

And now, the statue behind the Empress undoubtedly says it all.

Thinking of this, Jagu's mind tightened slightly, knowing that he must not show the slightest disrespect to this deity in front of him.

"Jagu Middarda".

"I have met His Majesty."

Jagu stepped forward slowly and bowed.

This courtesy in Piltover signifies friendliness and respect.

His movements carried a unique Piltover-style gentlemanly charm, appearing neither servile nor arrogant.

While bowing, Jagu was also sizing up the empress.

Whether it was her excessively young and beautiful face, or her unparalleled temperament and figure, Jaguar was absolutely stunning.

"I wonder what kind of man deserves to have a woman like this."

Jagu thought to himself.

............

“No need for formalities, Mr. Middarda.”

Sarah looked at the well-dressed, refined man in front of her and said calmly.

His voice and tone were like a gentle breeze floating in the clouds, maintaining a distant connection with the human world.

Sarah's use of Jaggu's surname was certainly not because of any close relationship.

This form of address can be interpreted as a sign of respect and recognition from the other family, a kind of distant but respectful gesture.

Noble, proud, exquisitely beautiful, majestic...

It was this ill-fated empress who left Jaggu's impression.

"Your Majesty, please forgive my intrusion."

"You probably already know why I've come."

"I believe Piltover's Hextech technology will bring your kingdom plenty of convenience."

Jagu didn't waste any words and went straight to the point.

It wasn't that Jaggu was unreasonable, but rather that he had almost absolute confidence in Hextech.

The empress in front of him wasn't stupid, so Jagu had no intention of going through so many twists and turns.

Sarah's eyes flickered slightly at Jaggu's direct question; she had already made up her mind.

............

During this period, Sarah implemented sweeping reforms within Bilgewater.

The most important of these was the reform of the military.

With a large investment of funds, Sarah abandoned most of the original ships.

They were all customized into brand-new warships of different levels and with different functions.

In order to enhance the army's combat effectiveness, Sarah spared no expense in terms of weaponry and equipment.

Although the port of Piraeus appears to be extremely backward on the surface.

It excels in neither technology nor magic.