Chapter 873: Chapter 555: Capital, Banquet
"Do you know the boss?"
Zumama asked with some curiosity.
Lin Guang nodded, "I did some research before coming."
On the other side of the carriage, by the edge of the sofa, Finn Xi was quietly leaning against the bed, her deep purple eyes watching the endless flow of Spirit Beasts and vehicles on the ground and in the air, as if she were gazing at the blood coursing through veins.
From her viewpoint, she could even see the surprise and curiosity in the eyes of pedestrians on the ground when they saw the ceremonial convoy pass through the sky.
Finn Xi casually took over the conversation, "In Fusang Country, the Arasaka Group is not just a regular business company; it has deep cooperation with the military and the government."
"With General Heikawa, the highest commander of Fusang’s military, being absent for years, this group controls more than seventy percent of the country’s economy, military, Spirit Beast resources, Spirit Masters, and political lifelines."
"You could say, it is the ’system’ of Fusang."
"Incidentally, almost all of Fusang’s diplomatic activities, foreign trade, and currency exchanges are handled by this group."
Unlike her lively chatter online.
In an offline environment, with outsiders present, this senior always seemed to have an air of detachment and indifference, giving people a gothic queen’s vibe.
Moreover, her words were as precise as a blade, pointing straight to the essence, making everyone ponder.
——If this is the case, in other words...
One of the purposes of this trip to Fusang, to facilitate the cooperation between "Tower of Babel Manufacturing", "Apple Pie Logistics" and the Fusang government for mutual benefit...
Have we directly found the right person?
At the same moment.
The gentle voice of Arasaka Koichi, who was piloting this black Flying Spirit Artifact, came from the front seat.
"It seems you guests already have quite an understanding of Fusang’s situation."
His words were in extremely standard Great Xia Language, without a trace of accent, carried with a touch of humor and pride.
"Perhaps, from my position, saying this might be a bit subjective."
"But indeed... the Arasaka Group is Fusang’s most important military-industrial complex, integrated into all aspects of life, there’s no doubt about it."
This is no secret, a little investigation can reveal it.
His gaze projected from the rearview mirror, glancing at Remyu, then at Lin Guang, Su Wu, and Finn Xi, suddenly showing a solemn expression, "You all have traveled far from Great Xia, surely with important matters at hand."
Su Wu, who seemed to be feigning sleep with his eyes closed, suddenly opened his eyes, retrieved a ring from the Sea of Spirit, and it floated to the front seat, "The official diplomatic documents are here."
"Recently, the Blue Star environment has been a bit unstable, the Celestial Secret Department of Coastal City sent an ether message, maybe your country did not receive it."
"If we’ve offended, please forgive us."
Su Yue maintained his composure and spoke calmly.
He was tall and robust; even sitting there, his well-honed physique exuded authority, his head nearly touching the carriage’s ceiling, resembling a talking deity statue.
——In reality, this was nonsense; no message had been sent before departing.
But coming from his mouth, it gained an air of credibility.
"I also only learned of Her Imperial Highness the Princess’s return temporarily..."
Feeling that his words might be ambiguous, Arasaka Koichi promptly corrected himself, "No, you might misunderstand, the Arasaka Group holds no grievances toward the distinguished guests from Great Xia."
He sincerely stated, "I mean, from your expressions, a formal meeting may not be urgent at this moment."
"As one of Lord Masamune’s adopted sons, even in these turbulent times, I must do my utmost to let you experience the sincerity from Fusang and Arasaka."
As he spoke, the convoy gradually approached a building.
——It was a magnificent and splendid castle full of classical charm.
The main structure was about two hundred meters, seemingly well-preserved, with an ancient black wooden structure embedded in white walls; layers of grayish-green tiled roofs had beautiful lines, reflecting a lustrous sheen akin to the patina of time under the surrounding colorful neon lights.
The entire castle was encircled by a rippling moat, where Spirit Beasts and ornamental fish swam leisurely, their bodies glowing with gentle light spots of various colors.
It sat quietly at the center of the capital, contrasting yet harmonizing with the futuristic skyscrapers around it.
"It’s the capital’s castle tower!"
Remyu enthusiastically leaned against the car window, pressing her cheek on top, "Speaking of which, it’s been years since I’ve been here... the last time was when I came to the capital for a TV program recording!"
Seeing some intrigued looks, the red-haired girl laughed and supplemented, "I used to live in Tokyo, so I rarely came here."
Saying this, she had already opened up, "Legend has it that several hundred years ago, before the great upheaval, when Fusang had not yet re-entered the era of nationhood, this was the castle of a mighty Spirit Master, established on an ether node that gathered the geomantic power of the land."
"Later, under the control of the Arasaka Group, this ancient castle tower became a place dedicated to receiving esteemed guests."
This Flying Spirit Artifact gently guided everyone to the giant vermilion arched bridge at the main gate of the castle tower.
Arasaka Koichi, this True Master, was the first to get off, courteously extending his hand and opening the car door.
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