The Glory of Noxus

"Miss Jiraman, you are welcome to Midalda Castle, but you need to wait for a while."

Butler Hiro said apologetically, and the gemstone monocle on his left eye reflected Caitlin's face.

"Because you don't have an appointment, I need to ask the head of the family."

"Okay, then please, butler Hiro." Caitlin said softly, and a bright smile appeared on her tired face.

After a cup of tea.

Butler Hiro returned with a warm and gentle smile, and his behavior was full of humility.

He waved his hand gently, and the castle guards guarding the door immediately understood and opened the heavy iron door.

Then Butler Hiro walked over with a polite gesture and invited Caitlin to follow him to the main castle.

Catelin Jiraman is not just the sheriff of Piltover, her identity is slightly special.

She is a descendant of the Jiraman family.

And she has an extraordinary friendship with Councillor Jace Tallis.

Given the relationship between the Midalda family and Jace, Jagu would definitely not refuse to see Caitlin.

Even though Caitlin was held accountable for what happened last night at the morning council and almost lost her position as sheriff.

Steward Hiro personally led Caitlin into the heavily guarded main castle.

In the corridor of the main castle, portraits of the ancestors of the Midalda family were hung on the walls on both sides, telling of the glory of the past.

Caitlin entered the reception room of the main castle under the guidance of Steward Hiro.

The red carpet was soft and thick, and the flames in the fireplace jumped, dispelling the chill of autumn.

"Meet Lord Jarl."

Caitlin looked at Jagu sitting on the main seat, bowed, and spoke respectfully.

"Giraman, is there something urgent?" Jagu picked up the tea in front of him and took a sip.

When the Piltover Council ended, he got the news at the fastest speed and understood the reasons behind the Zodiac Basement last night.

The forces behind the Eye of Zaun once again set their sights on the hex gems of the Midalda family.

If Huo Jixing had not arrived last night, the Midalda family would have lost the hex gems and stabilization devices stored in the Zodiac Vault.

"This is secretly targeting the Midalda family." Jagu instantly understood the intentions of the forces behind the Eye of Zaun.

In Piltover, the Midalda family is extremely powerful and rich enough to rival a country. They can be said to be the top oligarchs.

Once the forces behind the Eye of Zaun have the reputation of the Midalda family, they can act recklessly in Piltover.

Small and medium-sized chambers of commerce did not dare to stop their atrocities and allowed them to plunder.

"I would like to request a meeting with the consultant of the Midalda family."

Caitlin did not hide anything and directly stated the purpose of her trip.

At the Piltover Council opened at dawn, although Caitlin was held accountable, she described in detail the battle in the Zodiac Vault last night.

The matter of the Hex Mimic has attracted the attention of Professor Heimerdinger.

He announced at the time that the Yodel Academy of Science and Progress would conduct an internal investigation and give an explanation to the parliament.

Later, at Camille's strong request, the parliament mobilized most of Piltover's forces and stationed them inside the city.

Caitlin's purpose this time was simple, to meet with the consultant of the Midalda family and ask about some news about the Eye of Zaun and Hex Mimics.

"I have no right to promise you directly, Jiraman." Jagu put down the teacup in his hand, and a smile appeared on his old face.

"Wait here for a while, I can help you ask."

He thought of his son's evaluation of Huo Jixing's strength, and Camille's description of Huo Jixing's strength at the Dawn Council, and made a decision secretly.

In fact, when knowing Huo Jixing's name, the Midalda family had already used the relationship of the Noxus Empire to conduct an investigation.

The news he got shocked Jagu very much, and he was amazed at Huo Jixing's talent and his relationship with the Trifari Council of Three.

This is just superficial news. As for the friendship in secret, who can tell clearly except the parties involved.

Jagu collected his thoughts, his deep eyes fell on the butler Hiro who was waiting beside him, and nodded gently.

Hiro immediately understood what Jagu meant, stepped out of the reception room, went to the side hall, and used the sound transmission tube inside the castle.

After a while.

He returned to the reception room and whispered in Jagu's ear.

"Lord Huo Jixing just has time, he agreed to meet you, Jiraman." Jagu nodded slowly and said to Caitlin.

"Thank you very much for your help!"

Caitlin bowed and followed Butler Hiro, slowly exiting the reception room.

The crimson sunset glow fell, carefully decorating the towering and magnificent buildings.

On the way to the next castle, Caitlin couldn't help her inner curiosity and asked the old man in front of her.

"Butler Hiro, what is the temper and personality of Lord Huo Jixing you are talking about?"

She couldn't help but recall the battle that took place in the Zodiac Basement last night.

The handsome young man who appeared last, with a calm demeanor, easily destroyed all the people in the bottom city.

Including the Hextech mimics who tried to stop them and showed great strength.

"Lord Huo Jixing has a very good temper and a very humble attitude."

Butler Hero pushed his gemstone monocle, recalled the several times he met Huo Jixing, and responded softly.

"Don't be too nervous, relax, Miss Jiraman."

Catelin heard this and was determined. She entered the magnificent castle and took the elevator.

Knock! Knock!

Rhythmic knocks on the door sounded.

Huo Jixing sat casually in the study, carefully browsing the latest information sent to him.

Facing each other, Jarl had a simple and honest face and stood straight.

Hearing the knock on the door, Jarl quickly stood up and walked to the door.

"Giraman." Jarl opened the door and saw Caitlin standing there, and smiled.

"Jael?"

Caitlin was surprised, a little surprised by Jarl's existence.

According to her understanding of the heir of the Midalda family, Jarl would be looking for ancient relics in many secret places on the Shurima continent at this time.

"Come in."

Jarl turned his body sideways and motioned Caitlin to enter the room.

Butler Hiro said hello after sending the person to the house and returned to the main castle.

Huo Jixing heard the approaching footsteps, looked up, and happened to see Caitlin.

Caitlin was wearing a blue uniform representing the sheriff. Her shoulders were narrow and her waist was thin. She wore a plaid skirt, but it was soft and beautiful.

She seemed to have not slept all night. Her long dark purple hair was scattered on her shoulders. Her face was a little cold and hard, and she looked tired, but her eyes were still bright.

"Hello, Lord Huo Jixing."

Caitlin looked at Huo Jixing in front of her. He seemed ordinary and had no imposing aura like last night.

"I have heard of your name, Caitlin."

Huo Jixing stood up, stretched out his right hand, and smiled.

Caitlin raised her eyebrows slightly, as if she was quite surprised by Huo Jixing's words.

She looked at the palm in front of her, suppressed her doubts, and gently squeezed it.

"What do you want to talk to me about?"

Huo Jixing let go of his right hand, motioned Caitlin to sit down, and went straight to the point.

After returning last night, he handed the two metal boxes to Jarl, returned to his room, and entered the state of cultivation.

The next day, Jarl not only sent the intelligence of the Zodiac Vault last night, but also the news of the Piltover Council at dawn.

"I would like to ask Lord Huo Jixing how much you know about the Eye of Zaun, and the combat capability of the people of Undercity last night."

Caitlin knew that the opportunity was rare, and thought of the task given to her by the Council, and asked with a tone of inquiry.

Huo Jixing's heart moved, thinking of the loss of the Piltover guards last night.

"I really don't know much about the Eye of Zaun. Maybe you can ask the Gilaman family or Camille."

He told the truth, which had almost no effect on the revived Eye of Zaun.

I just heard that the Rasser Guard Secret House and the Midalda family mentioned that it was a gang force that Zaun had destroyed.

"As for the combat capability of those Undercity people last night, I suggest that ordinary Piltover guards should not participate in the battle."

Huo Jixing finished speaking and looked deeply at Caitlin in front of him.

In terms of combat capability assessment, how could she, a policewoman of Piltover, ask others so abruptly?

Are you worried about me? Huo Jixing thought secretly.

It seems that the shock of the battle brought to the Piltover Council last night made them feel apprehensive.

Huo Jixing glanced at the intelligence information on the table.

After the think tank of the Midalda family analyzed it all night.

The rash robbery of the Zodiac Vault last night means that the forces behind the Eye of Zaun are a little impatient.

In other words, their experiment is about to be completed, but some Hex gems are missing.

The specific time of the experiment cannot be determined, but it is related to the Evolution Day event that will be held soon.

The gears of fate of Piltover and Zaun are about to start turning.

Huo Jixing looked at Jarl and saw him shrugged his shoulders, thinking about something.

Such a critical moment.

As a strong man from the Noxus Empire, Huo Jixing will definitely attract the attention of the Piltover Council.

The Piltover Council will no longer count on the Midalda family.

The huge trade brought by the Noxus Empire is an interest that all the merchant families in Piltover cannot refuse.

As for Caitlin.

She is a person pushed to the front by the Council, and there will definitely be more preparations in secret.

Huo Jixing chatted with Caitlin for a few more words, and Jarl would occasionally insert the topic.

But the specific content of the chat was mostly Caitlin asking again, Huo Jixing answering, involving the Eye of Zaun, and testing his ideas.

"Thank you for your help. It's getting late, so I won't disturb your rest."

Caitlin looked at the sky outside the window that was gradually getting dark, and after realizing that she couldn't get any useful information, she proposed to leave.

"Jarl, help me see Caitlin off."

Huo Jixing stood up, smiled at Caitlin, and turned to look at Jarl.

Jarl nodded to show that he understood, and left the room with Caitlin.

The bright light illuminated the study.

Huo Jixing stood in front of the window, watching the backs of Jarl and Caitlin leaving below.

"The Parliament of Piltover!"

He took out the dim Hex gem from his arms, felt the magic power inside, and laughed softly.

Although the Midalda family is powerful and has connections with the Noxian Empire.

But it only has a seat as a councillor and cannot fully control the parliament.

It can only influence other councillors through its own power and interests.

And the Piltover Parliament, after accepting Jayce, has eight councillors.

It can be seen that the muddy water inside Piltover cannot be stirred by ordinary forces.

[Do you want to decompose the rune item? 】

The cold sound of lifting sounded in his ears.

Huo Jixing carefully looked at the Hex gem in his hand, and looked at the data panel on his pupil, his eyes flickering.

This was the system message he accidentally heard when he picked up the Hex gem.

The Hex gem, in the scan of the data panel, is a recognized [Rune Item].

"Is it the magic energy contained?"

Huo Jixing looked at the blue light reflected by the Hex gem and nodded slowly.

[Decomposition! ]

The dark green data stream overflowed from his eyes and quickly entangled the Hex gem.

Then, at a speed visible to the naked eye, it eroded and melted the "indestructible" Hex gem.

[Congratulations to the host, the decomposition was successful, and Essence*30 was obtained! ]

"Not bad, consuming most of the Hex gem can still decompose 30 Essence." Huo Jixing nodded with satisfaction.

Midarda Family Laboratory.

This is a laboratory with solid walls made of snow-white rocks and a roof built of refined steel.

It is not far from the bustling Chamber of Commerce area, but the streets are full of patrolling Piltover guards, which looks much stricter.

Huo Jixing and Jarl came to the door of the laboratory with the emblem of the Midalda family.

"The impact of the collapse of the Zodiac Vault is still spreading, and the parliament has to send more Piltover guards to patrol the streets to maintain order."

Jarl pointed to a team of Piltover guards walking in front of him, his expression slightly solemn.

Huo Jixing didn't care about the situation in Piltover at all, and was looking at the laboratory of the Midalda family in front of him.

In front of the laboratory, there were eight people wearing uniforms representing the Midalda family, equipped with Hextech standard spears, guarding the entrance.

Seeing Jarl and Huo Jixing coming, they quickly pushed open the heavy iron door and saluted respectfully.

Huo Jixing and Jarl walked along the flat road and entered the laboratory.

The bright magic lights were like stars in the night sky, dotted on the walls of the laboratory, and cast a soft and bright light.

Looking around, there were many people wearing strange devices in the laboratory.

They were either in a hurry or fiddling with the instruments in their hands.

Huo Jixing saw that their movements were skillful and agile, and their eyes were shining with desire for knowledge and curiosity about the unknown. This enthusiasm seemed to be able to infect the laboratory.

Huo Jixing stopped in front of a wide open room with an ordinary carriage inside.

But then he noticed the Hex power cabin on the main shaft below, and the gold and silver wiring connecting the front and rear axles.

The power cabin was emitting soft light, and Huo Jixing smelled a smell of copper rust.

"This is a self-propelled locomotive." Jarl looked over and spoke softly.

"It is the latest design of the family inventor, and it is still being improved."