Cyberpunk: Legends of Life

Chapter 61
Night City, Arasaka Tower.

Six years ago, this world-class tower was rebuilt on nuclear ruins.

It stands opposite to the military technology building, as if reappearing the shadow of the past.

In front of Tang Yu, Xiao Michiko mentioned the past of the two, and seemed to have other intentions.

Her tone was calm, and she said frankly to Tang Yu.

"I once thought about returning to the Kyoto mansion, after all, that is the core of the Arasaka family."

"But today's Arasaka family can no longer live in a corner, fantasizing about the return of the old glory"

"We must face the enemy more truthfully and face the enemy squarely"

Listening to Xiao Michiko's "confession", Tang Yu felt more and more strange.

The meaning in the words is that she has already regarded herself as the hope of revitalizing the family.

Seems to be somewhat dissatisfied with Arasaka Hanako and Arasaka Yoshinobu who live in Kyoto.

Tang Yu can't fully judge that Michiko's words are somewhat true or false, but he can be sure that her strength is not the opponent of other members of the Arasaka family.

It is obviously not a good idea to seek a higher status within the family by relying on the card of mediating military technology.

The contradiction between Arasaka and military technology is irreconcilable, and its main business such as military industry, munitions, and security determines its fundamental interests.

The market cake can no longer be expanded, and only by nibbling each other's share can it continue to grow and develop.

In today's fierce competition, whoever stands still will be trampled underfoot.

Once the conflict between the two giant companies breaks out again, Michiko's role and status will cease to exist.

and.

The Arasaka family still has a hole card in their hands, and it is definitely not as dangerous as Michiko said.

Tang Yu remained silent, guessing about Xiao Michiko's mind, waiting quietly for her to continue singing a one-man show.

Xiao Michiko didn't seem to care about Tang Yu's silence, and continued to talk as if talking to herself.

"After that nuclear explosion, it turned out that there were no winners"

"Although we have found evidence of military technology secretly supporting terrorist acts of nuclear explosions"

"However, the development of the matter is not as we expected, setting off a wave of opposition to military technology, but creating a stronger opportunity for the other party."

"The rulers of New America, taking advantage of the nuclear explosion, forced the nationalization of military technology"

"After the highly centralized integration of government and enterprises, military technology is no longer simply a military-industrial enterprise, but a real military-industrial complex."

"Power, resources, money, technology, armed forces and other forces are highly concentrated, developed and integrated into today's behemoth"

"This behemoth, reborn from the ashes of the fourth corporate war, has grown into the most terrifying unipolar force in the world."

"Arasaka is not yet ready to fight against him"

That's all for now.

Tang Yu doubted Xiao Michiko, did she already know the transaction situation last night.

The Arasaka elite team killed Caitlin and reached an agreement with military technology Meredith Stott to help him conceal the truth about the killing of the Arasaka special service team.

If the truth of this matter is exposed, I am afraid that the entire Arasaka Tower will be in an uproar.

Not only Michiko Arasaka's tolerance and dealing with military technology over the years, but also her efforts were all in vain.

It will also allow Arasaka Lai Xuan to seize the opportunity, and even visit Night City in person to launch a frontal attack on military technology.

Even if there is no major war, small-scale conflicts will definitely be staged more frequently and intensely.

just in case.

Tang Yu was accused of colluding with the director of special operations of military science and technology in private.

Think about this.

Tang Yu decided to stabilize Xiao Michiko first, and it's not time to oil the soles of his feet yet.

Since Xiao Michiko is testing, he can also make a statement first and test her.

"I work in the counterintelligence department, at least in terms of intelligence, I still have a good understanding of the company's internal situation"

"The penetration of military technology into our intelligence is always increasing"

"The Maelstrom Gang's attack on the special service team is definitely inseparable from the support of military technology"

"This is enough to show that military technology is superior in intelligence channels, and has even penetrated into certain departments, so we have to guard against it"

Xiao Michiko frowned slightly, she naturally knew this, someone on the board of directors had already talked about military technology.

Tang Yu didn't mind giving Susan Abernathy eye drops first, and then changed the topic.

"Six years ago, in order to return to Night City and fight against the metal war launched by military technology, Arasaka even sent an aircraft carrier to sit in it."

"This is the opportunity for Arasaka to return to Night City. Right now, the foothold is not stable. If there is an open conflict with military technology, it will only make Arasaka passive in the layout of the Americas."

"I think this is what Arasaka doesn't want to see"

Seeing that Michiko didn't respond, Tang Yu knew that she was still waiting for her further statement, and she would not scatter eagles if she didn't see a rabbit.

He had no choice but to continue: "To tell you the truth, I have made a detailed understanding of the board of directors today."

"Many directors are very dissatisfied with military technology, thinking that they are supporting the Maelstrom Gang behind the scenes and demanding countermeasures against military technology."

"The voices for countermeasures are too high, forcibly suppressing them will only make things more difficult."

"Therefore, certain measures need to be taken to achieve the purpose of countermeasures without creating open conflicts."

"Only in this way can we balance left and right and achieve satisfactory results for both parties"

Tang Yu didn't say clearly that the most difficult thing to handle in the whole thing was Michiko Arasaka herself.

Once the countermeasures are excessive and inappropriate, military technology will be angered.

The other side found a backer, the elite politicians of New America, to target and suppress you, Michiko Arasaka.

What's more, many of the senior executives of military technology are in the top ranks of New America.

At that time, Xiao Michiko will be caught between two sides, and will be in an extremely embarrassing situation.

At that time, Michiko Arasaka visited many politicians and executives in order to retain her citizenship in the United States.

It's been hard to get today's results. Once Arasaka Saburo in Kyoto is disappointed, she will lose everything.

Arasaka Michiko finally let go, seemingly satisfied with Tang Yu's answer, and the prosthetic eye turned the aperture to send instructions.

On the empty silver floor, a square brick collapsed, then rose again, lifted out a seat, and placed it in front of the conference table.

"sit down"

After Michiko Arasaka finished speaking, she walked to the desk and sat in her desk.

Tang Yu, who stood for a while, walked closer and sat on the seat opposite Michiko.

Xiao Michiko tapped the meeting table with her fingertips, and various video materials immediately floated out, all about military technology, including the latest developments and some plans.

"I will open these high-level permissions on military technology and intelligence to you"

"After the formation of the post today, you need to find a suitable entry point as soon as possible, and come up with a satisfactory task result. You can grasp the details yourself."

"This matter is only reported to me, and it will be reviewed by the board of directors after the task is completed"

"Mr. Tang, the double deputy minister, do you understand?"

(End of this chapter)