Cyber Era Witch
Chapter 723 - 603: A Decisive Strike

Chapter 723: Chapter 603: A Decisive Strike

Kanako left the hotel’s medical department and headed to the Guest Lounge, where Jin Yuxiu had come in person, still in combat attire, hesitant in demeanor, seemingly with a special request.

"Earlier at the auction, the Nestor Corporation’s Battle Witch put forth great efforts to support us, and my visit this time is precisely to express my thanks. I am truly very grateful for Nestor Corporation’s support!" Jin Yuxiu said sincerely.

Back in the Riot Control Mobile Unit, Jin Yuxiu was usually the team leader during joint operations, which made her more talkative than other members of the unit.

"It was our duty to help. So, is there something particularly urgent on this visit?" Kanako conversed briefly with her before subtly prompting her to get to the main point.

"We need the help of Nestor Corporation. At the lower reaches of the Golden Cicada River, that cluster of old buildings, which is... the site where an Ancient God was worshipped, a group claiming to be ’Great River Followers’ has begun preparations to summon a powerful force; it’s going to happen within these few days."

"You want us to stop them?"

"Yes... If they complete that ritual, not just Jialong Slope but it’s quite possible the entire Southern Region will fall into the hands of supernatural beings," Jin Yuxiu said with a serious tone.

"We’re already on edge about the White Salamander incident," Kanako said with a smile.

"All the more reason... It’s infuriating, because after the White Salamander’s efficient attack on the venue, various forces also distrust us greatly, believing we have let the situation spiral out of control," Jin Yuxiu said helplessly.

"Not to mention Jialong Slope is broke..."

"Yes, Jialong Slope is in the process of bankruptcy and liquidation, finding it difficult to gather forces. We can only ask for support from Nestor Corporation," Jin Yuxiu straightforwardly said.

"Shouldn’t this be a matter for the Corporate Alliance? Aren’t they quite good at combating mystic threats?" Kanako said with a wry smile.

"The response from the Corporate Alliance has been very slow; they should send personnel, even members from the Skydrive Agreement, to support, but they hesitate, unwilling to give a clear answer. Namisis Group is willing to deploy some limited forces but cannot afford to go all out. If... if even Nestor Corporation is unwilling to help, I’m afraid we will have no choice but to let them complete the ritual," Jin Yuxiu sighed.

She had two major tasks on this trip to Jialong Slope: one was the auction that had already been completed, and the other was to handle these followers of the Great River Goddess and the Secret Ritual Group.

Peacock...

"Are those people heavily armed?" Kanako asked.

"Not initially, but you must be aware that ’Peacock’ is the messenger of that deity, secretly assisting them, providing them with precious memories, helping them cultivate power, amass funds, recruit troops, and far exceed our tracking capabilities. Now, it seems that the Great River Followers’ armed forces are indeed not to be underestimated," Jin Yuxiu confessed.

"What benefit can Nestor Corporation expect if we help?" Kanako asked.

"Without a doubt... Nestor Corporation could become the security contractor for Jialong Slope," Jin Yuxiu threw out her biggest bargaining chip for her visit.

She immediately took out a contract from her bosom.

This contract included a paper version and a corresponding digital key, representing an invitation for cooperation from both Jialong Slope Yongyi Company and Yunding Group towards Nestor Corporation.

In essence, with the support of local companies and prominent figures, Nestor Corporation would be able to freely station troops in the Jialong Slope Strait, deploy fleets, and repair and resupply space motherships.

This was, in effect, entrusting the entire security of Jialong Slope to Nestor Corporation!

It seemed they had also given this decision a lot of thought. Kanako mused silently. They could not afford the cost of the Great River Goddess’s awakening.

The Great River Goddess slept within the Golden Cicada River, having been severely wounded during the Corporate Alliance’s campaign against the Ancient Mystics.

And today, the deity had hope for revival.

If the Great River Goddess were truly awakened by her Peacock messenger and followers, Jialong Slope would definitely fall within the range of her coercion, and by then the corporate forces would also collapse, with everyone becoming servants of the Great River Goddess.

Just as the inhabitants of White Elephant Continent had all become subjects of the reborn Idith’s dynasty... The White Salamander’s power seemed very close to that of the reborn Idith.

For now, if Nestor Corporation was willing to move in, their pressure would be greatly alleviated, and Nestor Corporation could bring new order to Jialong Slope, protect the local stability, and use advanced know-how to heal the division.

"We will send personnel to assist," Kanako agreed with a nod.

"Yes, thank you very much!" Jin Yuxiu also felt joy.

So long as Jialong Slope didn’t perish at the hands of a mystic disaster, after this, they would still have endless opportunities.

As a representative of the local enterprise, Jin Yuxiu handed over the key, and Kanako gladly accepted it.

With this, Nestor Corporation’s rights in Jialong Slope were truly established.

Their space mothership could now dock here, and in a future invasion of Black Fire Innovation, they’d have an additional stepping stone in Jialong Slope.

Kanako was overjoyed internally but kept her composure on the outside, simply inviting Jin Yuxiu to stay for a meal.

Meanwhile, the squad members were caring for Hosoda Yoshiyuki, whose old ailments had flared up again.

Hazuki Masasuke crouched beside Hosoda Yoshiyuki’s bed, peeling an apple for him.

Chiyuki Sajou attempted healing with the Moonlight Ritual as runes of white moonlight flame appeared in the air, shining upon Hosoda Yoshiyuki, who remained silent.

"Woof woof." Snowball sat by Hazuki Masasuke’s feet, tiptoeing to get a glimpse of Hosoda Yoshiyuki.

"I’m gonna make it," Hosoda Yoshiyuki stubbornly said.

"You have illusions? Your mental clarity is down to 20%! That means... that means one out of every five seconds, you are not in a normal state," Chiyuki Sajou discovered the Moonlight Ritual was ineffective.