StarCraft: Tyranid Empire

July, Hirse en Josala City Hall.

The roar of artillery fire and the roar of the zerg finally subsided, but the people of Helsain will never forget these nightmare days.

Augustus reached out to brush the dust off the lectern in the public hall of the town hall, wondering how long it had been since there had been a decent meeting or election speech here.

This hall was designed with reference to the Hall of Nagfa in Tarsonis. Huge Greek columns support a triangular dome. The frescoes and sculptures depict scenes of sowing and harvesting, and these depictions all depict the word Helsain. Original meaning: pastoral and beautiful.

There are tens of thousands of seats in the hall, and even walking from one end to the other takes several minutes. This place must have been bustling with people in the past, and the people who built this city with their own hands could speak freely here, but now it seems as empty as all the promises of the Terran Federation.

Today, it has reappeared as the headquarters of the Marshal of the Revolutionary Army, and there is also a full Guards battalion stationed in it.

Augustus then picked up a piece of paper that was casually placed on the desk and read the content on it carefully. There are some words written on it to inscribe when the speaker forgets his words, including the words that the colonies should manage their own homes, that all affairs of the federal government should be open and transparent, and the words Justice, Peace, Order and Law in capital letters.

Augustus put one hand on the table and held the piece of paper in the other and read it over and over again, nodding frequently: "Who wrote these words? If possible, I really want to meet him. I hope he has no reason." Died during the catastrophe of the zerg invasion."

"The last time the door here was opened was a speech given by the chairman of the Heilsain Colonial Council two months ago. After that, it was completely closed." Kerrigan walked past Augustus, In his hand was another crumpled stack of papers.

Kerrigan wore a sleek, tight black ghost combat uniform with a sleek single ponytail. She wasn't always dressed like this, but the Ghost Combat Suit amplifies the power of Ghost agents, giving them power comparable to what CMC power armor can provide.

This deadly agent outfit has unique charm and beauty. The slender but extremely powerful waist makes the ratio of its bust, waist and hips close to perfect. Kerrigan's body is a perfect work of art.

"A killer who was mingling with the crowd opened fire on the chairman of the committee in public," Kerrigan said. "It was a professionally trained and experienced assassin who fired multiple shots with cold precision. One shot was fatal. , blood spattered on the spot.”

"People from the Federation did it?" Augustus was shocked and angry.

"It is reported that the shooter was a survivor of Korhal IV, using a P-180 electromagnetic pistol produced by Korhal. After being arrested, he admitted that he was a member of the Sons of Korhal." Kerrigan answered.

"It's a low-level frame-up. Maybe the arrested person is just a scapegoat who has been resocialized." Augustus handed the paper in his hand to Kerrigan and put it away: "The Son of Korhal will not abuse Kill innocent people, unless that person’s crimes are beyond description.”

"What else did the president say?" Augustus said. "What other dissenting political views did he hold?"

"That's a lot, and some of them are basically the same as your father Angus Mengsk." Kerrigan said thoughtfully: "He accused the Tarsonis federal government of incompetence and the Helsain Senate's corruption and the entire administration. The system is in chaos from top to bottom.”

To this day, Kerrigan is still very cautious when mentioning Angus. She still dares not go back with Augustus to visit his parents. After all, almost killing your sweetheart's parents and sister is not a pleasant experience, especially when they all know about it.

In response, Kerrigan's hatred for the Terran Federation increased exponentially, as she learned that Lisa Cassidy had taken the lead in this matter.

"He also pointed out that some areas of Haiersain are still secretly involved in the manufacture of drugs, because growing crops is nothing compared to the benefits brought by drugs. Even before this speech, he urged Haier The Thane Police Department is handling this,” she said, looking at Augustus.

"He must have gotten some information from somewhere, and I suspect that the information came from the Sons of Korhal in Halsain or a resistance organization other than us."

"Drugs." Augustus grasped the key point: "There are always people who want to earn more through this method. The people of Helsain don't worry about running out of food, but the squandering and luxury brought by Tarsonis These people will be overwhelmed. In contrast, under the joint governance of Dr. Hansen and us, Agria has truly begun to become a paradise on earth."

"Throughout the sector, there are people who have lost their fortunes over those few grams of intoxicating stuff," Kerrigan said.

"Helsain not only grows food, but also crabs, as well as hab and turk raw materials, which can produce Bolas, Tezos, and some drugs that can greatly increase the user's excitement. These drug dealers do a huge business, selling as far away as Tarsonis Prime and other core worlds," she said.

"As far as I know, your old friend may also be their loyal customer."

"But Lisa is no longer dependent on drugs. I believe she has found a goal more worthy of pursuit than living in a barracks eating and waiting to die." Augustus paused here.

"But I haven't said who yet," Kerrigan said.

"You know my attitude towards drugs, my dear. It cannot be eradicated, but at least it should be strictly controlled. Even scum like Tychus will only choose to use alcohol to anesthetize themselves." Augustus turned his head and looked. He glanced at Kerrigan and quickly looked away.

Tychus is a person who likes to enjoy himself. There are only two insurmountable mountains in front of him: money and women, but Tychus has never touched drugs, not even a bit. Tychus had had countless opportunities to get a small dose of the magical drug that was said to make a person's life not in vain from his bad friends, but he scorned it.

He likes to pursue pleasure and excitement, but he does not want others to control him through something. Having his wealth and life in the hands of one person is the most painful thing for Tychus. Tychus is very smart. He knows that once a person is exposed to drugs, no matter how strong the person is, reason and wisdom will hardly be able to help him.

This villain desires freedom even more than Raynor does. Of course, this freedom is unfettered freedom. Tychus is happy to do all his bad things in a lawless place and then walk away. Raynor sometimes compares himself to Augustus's Robin Hood, hoping that he can act chivalrously and help justice, while Tychus thinks that he is probably the one being helped.

"I believe you must have received a report from someone at the Halsain meth factory."

"Yes." Kerrigan thought she was just making a good-natured joke, hoping that Marshal Augustus would smile more.

"The city of Terradon has a huge plantation - breeding, planting and harvesting are all done using mechanized methods. A raw material processing factory disguised as Astor Pharmaceuticals has been producing crudely processed drugs for many years, which will then be processed in the tower. refinished and repackaged on Sunnis’ satellite,” she said.

"The irony is that the pharmaceutical company has been claiming to the outside world that they have discovered a drug that can cure most of the incurable diseases that plague mankind today, and many people in the private sector have high hopes for this project."

“The fields covered with sweet-scented plants are filled with flowers, and the white flowers are so beautiful that it almost makes people think that white clouds have fallen on the ground.”

"People who are supposed to save others have brought death." Augustus said: "In the face of interests, these people are willing to abandon everything. Shut him down, I think the people of Helsain will definitely support it with both hands."

"If anyone objects, let him come to me."

"Then this person has to cross at least two divisions first." Kerrigan smiled: "Reno has already blown up the factory, burned the entire planting base, and then spread the seeds of crown flower. He also hates drugs deeply. , what happened with Lisa made the people of the Demon in Heaven hate these things extremely."

"The factories of Astor Pharmaceutical Group are heavily guarded. Both mercenaries and private security guards are armed to the teeth. Their equipment is almost all eliminated from the front line of the federal army. Some even look brand new. Renault sent two It took the Ranger Battalion to take that place.”

"Have you caught the man who made these things?" asked Augustus.

"The people from Astor Pharmaceuticals ran away before the zerg invaded. They didn't even have time to blow up the factory and destroy all the data and information," Kerrigan said.

"Perhaps they are planning to come back and continue their work after the federal army drives away the zerg."

"Is there a list of drug distribution places?" Augustus asked again: "Drug dealers don't have to worry about buyers."

"Yes, only those areas that are too remote have not been mentioned." Kerrigan nodded.

"Strictly speaking, Haiersen Astor Company can only be regarded as the origin and wholesaler. They are not the ones transporting and selling the goods. They will hand over these drugs to local snakes and people with skills and connections. All in all, as long as they can get the money, they don’t care who will get the contraband flowing out of Helsinn.”

"But extremely important customers and collaborators will be recorded." Augustus said: "You know, drugs are very popular in Tarsonis."

"The most effective drugs are always those mixed with deadly toxic substances. Only a small dose can make people happy, but the death will be very ugly." Kerrigan nodded again.

"Not only the nobles who indulge in drunken dreams, but officials in the Tarsonis federal government are also loyal buyers of these drugs. They are also happy to obtain them and take care of everything for the drug dealers." She said.

"It's not surprising anymore." Augustus has long been accustomed to what the Tyranids do. Only similar things happening in the revolutionary army can make him angry.

So far, few people have seen Augustus Mengsk in a rage. Jim Raynor and Xander Marks are definitely the two who have been lucky enough to experience it.

"If we hadn't sent out the army to capture it, Astor's dirty and evil crimes would never have been exposed to the world." Kerrigan also lamented: "Their crimes don't stop there. Every time a new drug is launched, When testing, people at Astor will use people who have never been exposed to drugs and people who are heavily dependent on drugs for testing."

"There are a lot of bones buried under the field ridge."

"Once the public learns the names of these federal officials who are colluding with drug traffickers, they will lose all confidence in the ruling class."

"Collect these evidences." Augustus sighed at these ugly inside stories. He only hoped that it would not be too late to remedy the situation.

"We will use it. If there is a chance, we will leave it to Mike from UNN and let him find an opportunity to draw public attention to this matter."

"Marshal General Reno has arrived." At this time, a guard guarding the door of the city hall quickly ran over and said to Augustus.

"What brought you here, Chief Renault?" Augustus looked towards the door and saw Jim Renault in blue power armor striding towards him.

"Don't come here." Renault waved his hand, raised the water glass in his hand and drank it down in one gulp. Obviously, he was so busy that he didn't even have time to take a few sips of water.

"Did you hear about it?" He said after taking a gulp of water, "about Al."

"Why do you talk like Zeratul?" Augustus glared at him: "Say it all at once."

"Isn't this, you can't breathe?" Renault groaned: "I met a few protoss when I was dealing with the zerg. They told me that Aier had sent troops to the expeditionary force and colonial fleets scattered in the galaxy. A recall order was issued, and they even recalled—what a mothership.”

"It sounds very powerful. I wouldn't be too surprised no matter what scary high-tech weapons the Protoss pulls out. It may be an old thing that their grandfather's grandfather used, but it can still destroy our most advanced tanks. Sending it to heaven, it’s like hell.”

"They are going to be unable to withstand it?" Augustus was not gloating at all. He was just surprised that four or five months had passed since the Lord invaded Aiur, and the protoss was unable to completely kill the Cerebrates. Xia actually withstood the attack of the insect nest, the main force of the insect swarm.

"Who knows? If those old antiques in the Protoss Council can put down the face of the ancient empire and shout to the entire universe that we are being beaten by a few bugs, then it must be a desperate situation."

"Tassadar has not mentioned this matter to me yet." Augustus said: "But I have made some guesses."

"The scientific research team deployed near the Char galaxy also sent back intelligence. The detection data showed that the largest Tiamat swarm had all left Char through a newly opened wormhole." He said: "This The main responsibility of the Hive is to guard the Overlord itself.”

"This means that the Overlord has probably descended to Aiur through the wormhole. If Tassadar doesn't go back, the Protoss Empire and the Zerg will penetrate Aiur."