Cyberzaun, Machinarium

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Chapter 6: Explosion Day

Enoch quickly forgot about the conversation with Hilco, or rather, in order to avoid being involved in greater trouble in Zaun, Enoch selectively deleted the conversation.

Since ancient times, those who followed the emperor could quickly become his confidants, but if they failed to seize the throne, the consequences would not be good. Enoch always stayed away from things that were obviously beyond his ability.

The rotary engine requested by Councillor Kewald is now ready, and the housekeeper will come down to pick it up in the next two days. With the trade winds, I hope she will not find the maintenance costs too high.

The synthetic lung lobe requested by Baron Lannar has also been designed. I hope she can be more generous this time and make fewer inexplicable requests.

Enoch ticked the completed projects one by one. He was in high spirits having just completed all the orders. From now until the Evolution Day, Enoch could enjoy his vacation.

If nothing major happens as usual.

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Woo~woo~

Enoch, lying in the chair, felt something was wrong. What was that sound? Was it the wind? Or was there another cargo ship coming into the port?

No, that sound came from Piltover in the north. It was an alarm.

It's no wonder Enoch didn't react immediately. The alarm itself didn't sound many times. It seemed that last time, a small group of blind Bilgewater pirates sneaked in and wanted to show off their muscles to the Piltover trading ship and make a fortune.

It was obvious that the Snake Mother didn't like those pirates very much... They ran directly into Midarda's fleet, and in less than a cup of tea, they all fell into the water to feed the fish.

As for who is so blind as to choose the day before Evolution to cause such a big fuss in Piltover this time, you will find out if you take a walk around Fulgrim's Tavern in the evening. The bad luck that happened in Upper Town has always been popular in Zaun.

I hope the Zodiac Vault in Piltover wasn’t robbed, because if that happens, trade on this Evolution Day would probably hit a record low.

Wait, Enoch is from Zaun now?

That's fine, just blow it up as you like, it would be best if even the Star Avenue is affected.

Enoch happily made himself a cup of tea, thinking about the embarrassment Piltover had made in front of its trading partners. "This is worth going to the Babette Theater to listen to a musical to celebrate."

It turns out that it’s best not to gloat too much over other people’s misfortunes, because you never know when you might find your butt on fire.

"Sorry to interrupt, but you mean to say that the law enforcement officers were so active this afternoon because you guys did something big in Upper City?"

Enoch held his forehead with one hand, he felt that his high blood pressure was almost going to occur.

"It can't be blamed on us. I didn't expect that Piltover lunatic to leave something in his house. No one expected an explosion." The pink-haired man in front of him didn't feel that he had done anything big. "Anyway, the Piltover guy stole so many things from Zaun."

"The boxing gloves you designed are really good. On my way back from the upper city, I ran into a few hooligans looking for trouble, and I knocked them all down in one go."

At this point, Wei took a large bag from Baobao's arms and handed it to Enoch. "Here, this is what we scraped from above. You know a lot. Tell me what kind of stuff it is."

Enoch opened the bag, which was filled with precision parts and a few extra crafts.

"Let me see... this thing has a reflux valve, a buffer rack, a crystal filter, a lens... damn, why is there a shaver here?" Enoch simply flipped through it.

"That was put there by Milo. He always can't find the good stuff. I told you that a long time ago," Baobao interrupted. She always wanted Weiduo to trust her a little more.

Milo didn't even think about it. "That's because you blew up the whole room. Otherwise, I would definitely find something good. Every time you follow us, we are sure to be in trouble."

Baobao immediately retorted unconvincedly, "I already said it wasn't me. Besides, if it weren't for my little smoke rascal, you would have been caught by the law enforcement officer."

"Listen, Wei, this matter has gotten a little too big. Look at these things, they are basically specially customized in size, and these things are basically used to calm down some big, grumpy creature." Enoch interrupted quickly, trying to get the topic back on track.

"I think we'd better go find Fandel right now, get the good stuff, and make things clear." Enoch repacked the "trophies" and handed them to Wei. "Before going to the upper city and running here to cause trouble, we have to prepare Fandel."

"I'll go with you to see him. I hope he can calm down after listening to me."

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“You are asking for trouble.”

Vandel took a puff of his pipe and looked at the two pirates from Bilgewater. "I advise you not to scare the person who pours you a drink in the tavern."

"How about this, just pay Hack whatever you owe him, and I'll let you walk out of here in one piece, deal?" Vandel handed over his pipe, but out of the corner of his eye he saw Wei sneaking into the basement with a few little guys. Thinking of some rumors he had heard about Piltover earlier, he had a vague premonition in his heart...

Thinking of this, Vander stood up, said a simple hello, "Welcome to the Black Alley", and chased after him.

"Are you all okay?" "It's not that easy." Perhaps realizing that they might have caused quite a mess, Wei and Baobao instinctively chose to hold on.

Enoch sighed. Who is Vandel? He opened a tavern not because he likes brewing. Whether it is private rumors among all kinds of people or hidden partners in the upper city, Vandel has channels. Enoch even felt that Vandel had already known about what they had done before Wei ran back to Lower Zaun.

Don’t think that you can become a leader in the Black Alley just by being able to fight. What Zaan lacks the most are young and inexperienced people.

"I heard that there was a lot of noise in Upper Town today. The law enforcement officer almost went crazy. I also heard that four children fled the scene." Vander paused. "Are you crazy?"

He ignored the argument between Wei and Fandel... This was obviously a family matter, and it was not convenient for Enoch to interrupt. He could only quickly signal Baobao to display the big bag of "trophies".

"Is this what you got?" Vander stared at the pile of parts that spilled out of the bag.

"In fact, this is what I wanted to tell you in advance," Enoch spoke up quickly when he saw the situation had eased a little.

Enoch pulled out a map of the Twin Cities from his bosom and placed it on the table. "Today's explosion occurred in the Blue Wind Courtyard, which is close to the Clock Academy. People who live here are usually connected to the councillors - usually the recipients of funding, and some are from some medium-sized families in Piltover... If there is any new invention in the academy, this place will be the first to know about it."

"I also took a look at the things Wei and the others brought. The company that was robbed is most likely an energy company." Enoch ignored Fandel, whose face was getting uglier and uglier. "No matter how you plan to deal with this matter this time, I have to give you a heads up."

"Energy and materials have always been the bottleneck of scientific and technological development."

PS:

1. Councillor Kevold comes from the official novel "Evolution Day". She is in charge of transport power machinery. Considering that in the Battle of the Twin Cities, there is only one female councillor with a circle of gears on her neck who has not found a corresponding name... Then she will be called this name.

2. Babette Theatre is from the official novel "Iron Glass City", located in the middle level of Zaun, near the Penska Pumping Station

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Chapter 7: The unrecognizable monster is plotting a rebellion

Fate is a blind and capricious foster mother who often gives her favors to the children she raises without any choice. This is Samuel Butler's consistent view. Although this view is highly personal, Enoch firmly believes that Vander is obviously the least favored one.

On one side is your own child, and on the other side is the pressure from the people of Piltover. You can imagine how difficult it is to balance this.

After telling Vander his warning, Enoch took the initiative to say goodbye. It should be Vander's tutoring time next, so it's better not to interfere.

"I know what to do, Littlefinger. Your information is important. Don't worry, I'll take care of it." Vandel raised his hand as a farewell. "I want you to go back to your store and pay attention to the movement in the upper city. If you find that several teams of law enforcement officers are heading to the lower city, go to the breathing station to find Tok. If it's just the sheriff with a few of her men, tell her to go to Benso's grocery store and don't let her come to the tavern. Cops are not very welcome here now. You should know Grayson, right?"

Enoch nodded, got up and went out. When he passed by Wei, he gave her a look that said "May the best of luck to you". Then the tomboy gave him a fierce look. The other three all huddled on the sofa and pretended to be dead - I hope they can easily fool them.

"I'll help you keep an eye on them, including your lover who's the Piltover law enforcement officer."

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The law enforcement officers were more anxious than expected. Before it got dark, two law enforcement officers wearing breathing apparatus were seen heading towards the public pressure conveyor. This was rare. Generally speaking, the law enforcement officers' work scope was limited to the bridge, and they rarely used public pressure elevators.

Enoch looked carefully and confirmed that the strong woman in the lead was the law enforcement sheriff who occasionally drank in Fugen's Tavern, so he hurried over

"Greetings, Lord Enforcer."

"Get out of the way, you stinky rat from the gutter." Before Enoch could continue, the man next to the sheriff started to curse. I don't know where this young man got his anger from. You have to know that this is the Dance Corridor... There are many engineers who are not doing well in Piltover trying to make a living here.

"I have no intention of disturbing you two, I'm just delivering a message." Enoch thought the screaming kid had a stomachache and was farting for no reason. "Vander will meet you at Benso's grocery store."

"The sooner the better"

Seeing Grayson nod imperceptibly and then turn to the private elevator on the other side, Enoch breathed a sigh of relief, fortunately this law enforcement officer was easy to talk to.

Thinking of this, Enoch turned around and closed his shop early, grabbed a coat, and rushed towards Piltover. After listening to Wei and the others' bragging, he suddenly became very interested in what kind of inventions Piltover was working on. It was time to find old acquaintances in Piltover to ask.

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I don’t know what Fandel talked about with the law enforcement officer in the upper city, but I guess the result was not very good.

Early in the morning, I saw the law enforcement officers and action teams from Piltover rushing to the lower city, questioning every Zaun person and beating up a few "sewer bugs" who dared to look at them.

Even places like the Dance Corridor, where the boundary between Piltover and Zaun was not obvious, were strictly inspected. Basically, all the shops in Zaun were interrogated again and again for reasons. Not to mention the alchemy technology business, even the gardening merchants selling flowers next door were considered to be hiding dangerous chemicals.

"Damn it, it's just a potted plant, how can it be dangerous? Is it because of pollen allergy? I'm not going to hit Blue Hat on the head with the flowerpot," Steiner, an apprentice in the flower shop, complained in a low voice. Originally, these flowers were the hot commodities on Evolution Day, but now, they are all in a mess.

Zaun can forget about doing business in peace for the next two days. Judging from the attitude of the law enforcement officer, it doesn't look like the problem can be solved by finding a scapegoat.

"Maybe you buried the mother of some law enforcement officer in the ground. Of course we have to have someone investigate it thoroughly." Everyone laughed. Since they couldn't do business, they might as well just watch the joke of these cops. Anyway, no Zaun people liked them, and no one would help them.

"Let's go to Fulgrim's Tavern for a drink and see what Fandel has to say."

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Enoch carried two large glasses of beer and carefully slid along the wall to the back door of the bar, avoiding the noisy drunks and the wildly waving arms. He also had to pay attention to his feet from time to time to avoid stepping on the dirt left by the reckless guy.

When the law enforcement officers were searching the lower city, almost all the people whose business had been disrupted came to the Fugen Tavern, clamoring about their losses, and some clamoring to teach the upper city a lesson. Some deliverymen who were not usually seen complained in low voices in their own little corners about the big commotion in the lower city, which was affecting their own work.

Enoch squeezed next to Wei and the others, and seeing that they all looked depressed, he immediately realized that the quarrel in the tavern was meaningless and that Vandel had not yet come up with any plan.

"What exactly does Vander think? Didn't he tell you something?" Enoch handed a glass of beer to Wei, wanting to find out.

"I don't know. Fandel didn't tell me anything except scolding me." Wei rubbed his face fiercely and wiped the wine foam from the corner of his mouth. "Thank you for your concern and regards. Your comfort makes me feel much better."

Enoch knew that Wei was upset, but he didn't care about Wei's sarcasm. He continued to approach her with a playful smile and said, "Don't say that. Everyone is very concerned about this matter now. I have also found out a lot of information for you."

"I met some old friends last night. Rhea, do you remember her? She was the one who bought speakers near the breathing station two years ago and then moved to Piltover to live a good life. She told me that the unlucky guy you guys robbed was called Jayce. He was a hammer seller at home and seemed to be a gigolo kept by Councillor Gilaman. I heard he was arrested."

"I don't give a shit about the bad luck of the Piltover guys." Wei raised her head and drank the last sip of beer, ignoring the traces of water droplets that leaked out from the corners of her mouth and along her slender neck. She casually threw the empty glass back to Enoch. "What do you want to say, Littlefinger?"

Enoch raised his eyebrows, wondering if Wei was really stupid or just pretending to be stupid. What else could he want to ask? Of course, it was Fandel's attitude. He couldn't just run up to Fandel and say, "Hey man, what are you going to do? Are you going to continue to be a coward?"

Enoch assured that if he dared to ask this, no matter how the Piltover people were to be settled in the end, he would definitely be beaten up first - if he were put in the army, he would be a scapegoat.

"With so many of us, we should teach the Piltover guys a lesson."

"That's right, let them know the consequences of those who dare to come here to make trouble."

It seemed like they couldn't wait any longer. Someone shouted, and after a brief silence, everyone in the tavern began to move in unison, as if they were all waiting for Vander to say something, and then rush out together to capture the law enforcement officers who were still causing trouble in the lower city.

Enoch looked at the person who was speaking. He remembered that the person was called Sevika. She seemed to be making a living at the dock and was considered to be Vander's subordinate. This was not good. Vander could hardly suppress the dissatisfaction of his own people.

"I will take care of this. I will protect everyone. We will take care of each other, just like always. This will pass." Vander pressed the tobacco of his pipe and made his promise.

"We know that Vander, who founded the Black Alley, will never shrink back and dare not fight." Sevika slammed the wine glass on the table, stood up suddenly, and glared at Vander fiercely.

"Do you think I'm a wimp?"

“Maybe I’m old.”

Seeing Sevika and a few others leaving the hotel, Enoch felt that it was time to start making some preparations in advance. He turned around and looked at Wei and the other four little guys standing beside him.

"I'm going to Piltover to do some 'social activities'. If you need any help, feel free to come find me. You know where I live."

Chapter 8 The One-Eyed Devil Spreads Rumors

Due to personal aesthetics and his own wealth, Enoch has always preferred silver as decoration. The sharp metallic color and high reflectivity make Enoch love it, not to mention its excellent electrical and thermal conductivity.

As for gold, there were very few high-purity gold ornaments in Dicheng, not to mention that the shapes and workmanship were indescribable. Enoch always equated gold with vulgarity, and only occasionally used some as a precision material.

So when he saw someone using gold as a simple decoration, covering the entire banquet hall, decorating the window coffins and pillars. On the dome was a family history made of gold, agate and lapis lazuli. Enoch was indeed a little shocked. Even by the standards of the people of Piltover, this reception room was too gorgeous.

"I promised you before that if you joined my family, you would immediately enjoy everything you have seen so far. This promise is still valid."

The person who was speaking seemed to be the natural focus, making it difficult to ignore her. The first impression would not be her makeup as a woman, which was all trivial, but her cold and strong attitude. Councillor Kevold was like a mechanical shaft, tough and unstoppable. This was why she used three layers of interlaced gears as decoration.

"I have to say, Councillor Kewald, I am flattered to attend your dinner. After all, there has been so much turmoil between the Upper City and the Lower City. Thank you very much for your trust and support." Enoch saluted immediately. He didn't expect that he only mentioned it when delivering the goods, and the butler arranged a dinner without even asking the host. This was somewhat not in line with the rules.

Kevold nodded, sat down on the gorgeous main chair, and tapped carelessly with one hand on the exquisite marble table. "I had someone test the rotary engine model you brought. It performed perfectly. Soon all the airships over Piltover will be replaced with your products. You should be proud of it."

"As for maintenance and lifespan... that's not a problem. I'm very satisfied with the product this time. Tell me what reward you want."

Enoch had been waiting to discuss this aspect of the matter. "Thank you, ma'am. You see, on my way here, I ran into law enforcement officers searching everywhere. My small business in the dance corridor is almost out of business. I really want to ask for help from an adult like you to keep things quiet down there."

"If you feel your business is being disturbed, you can always move to my development department. I guarantee that no one will disturb you there." Kewald was not prepared to respond.

As a member of parliament, she has seen many geniuses, but none of them is like Enoch. His designs have no logic or continuity, and he doesn't even care much about the limitations of materials and energy. She has seen Enoch's hands, which are very delicate. Her scientists can try to imitate the engine with some effort, but even if they get the blueprint of the mechanical arm, the researchers have no confidence that they can imitate it.

Enoch's technology is too unscientific in terms of mechanics. Either he is a genius or he is crazy.