Jefferson was quite talkative, and he made no secret of his admiration for the Lille trio.

This rainbow fart came down, and Jack and V felt comfortable being blown in their hearts.

This is the political bigwig sitting on the Rayfield Holy Sword blowing them!

It was comfortable to listen to, unconsciously making the audience feel that they were members of the same camp, and it also exposed the superficial cognition of the two, which was seen by Jefferson.

This subtle change is the main analysis of politicians' conversations, and in the past, everyone had their own way of knowing people.

But in the year 2076, technology has evolved to exaggerated heights in these details, especially in the field of intelligence analysis.

Through advanced prosthetics, read the details of eyes, body language, and even hormone secretion, with an entire information team and think tank, combined with known information, the information obtained can even exceed what the other party has in mind.

Mind reading is just a superpower that people fantasize about, but with the latest technology, people can do far more than mind reading.

If you don't have prosthetic implants in this area, many people will unconsciously reveal a lot of information in their conversations.

Lille is similar, but he's a little better than silly boys like Jack and V: he doesn't really believe what a politician says.

Deception is the least costly thing to do, depending on what they do.

On the other hand, so far, Lille has not developed that feeling of a much higher status than any other person.

However, there was no movement on the surface, and Lille had already begun to complain about the other two in his heart: That's it, no wonder you are easy to be sold.

"Cheers."

Lille picked up the real water on the table and clinked glasses with Jefferson, and it was clear that the mayoral candidate also understood the tastes and preferences of the three Lille.

Lille doesn't like alcohol, V likes tequila, and Jack likes vodka.

The cup swells.

Putting down his glass, Jefferson continued, "We've actually worked together once, the last time you were at the H8 skyscraper."

"News 54, right? To be honest, the pressure of public opinion is not too busy. ”

"No, no, no, I'm also helping out on the NCPD side, and I have some friends because of your new friends."

Lille furrowed his eyebrows, feeling a little strange.

Partnering with the Tiger Claws that night was NCPD's Deputy Director Volte, so if anyone could stop the whole incident, it would be Director Colridge.

It's certain that Colridge and Foret are in competition, and with this kind of scandal, some NCPD police officers are also on strike, and he will definitely come forward when the time is right, that's for sure.

However, the appointment of the NCPD director is mainly decided by the shareholder Night City Mayor, that is, Mayor Lane.

Even if Ryan didn't want to worry about it, Korridge would be able to handle it himself.

But it's a bit strange for Jefferson, a strong contender for mayoralty, to build a bridge, after all, he and Ryan are rivals.

Tough words. There is also a possibility.

At this point in the conversation, Jack and V have already begun to wander the world, and their eyes drift to the food on the table.

Jefferson smiled and poured another glass of water for Lear: "Thanks to the truth you took the risk to reveal, NCPD Director Coleridge was finally able to deal with the corruption within the bureau-

It seems that he is a good person, but in any case, the pressure of public opinion alone may not be meaningful, but the struggle between the people in power is sometimes just like that, isn't it? ”

Lille thought for a moment and said, "I'm not very good at curves, since you invited me to meet, I'll also share my opinion, can you listen to it?"

I've seen the news that the NCPD intends to procure a dangerous centaur exoskeleton from military technology, but an angry crowd besieges the NCPD, causing the procurement to be delayed.

I guess the backers behind these angry masses are Arasaka Company, which is the pressure of public opinion, but the procurement has indeed stopped, so there is still a real power person to exert force.

Judging by what you are saying now, the person in power in this incident is Forte, who is a Arasaka faction who controls the procurement process.

That is, your sponsor is military tech

It's strange that her campaign image has always been the cleanest politician in Night City, and she has never taken the company's black money or made deals with gangs. ”

The smile on Jefferson's face didn't fade, but it was clear that the smile in his eyes had diminished.

"Isn't this black money, you're really smart, haven't you considered going to college and going into politics?

I can see that you are a good person, and among so many unscrupulous mercenaries, you are simply wonderful. ”

With that, Jefferson's prosthetic eye caught Jack and V starting to eat without a trace--

It's just that the appearance of eating is a bit strange, and the two first thought that they calmly glanced at the knives on the table, and then held the napkin in their hands, grabbed the beef and ate it

I have to say quite elegant - in the field of finger dishes.

The mayoral candidate's eyelids jumped, but Lille was immediately drawn back to his attention.

"I'm not interested in that kind of thing, and it's hilarious that the 10 most powerful companies send people to vote."

Perarez put away his smile: "Yes, the company is too greedy, if I become mayor, I will definitely make a difference." ”

"Raise taxes on top companies and invest them in education, healthcare, infrastructure and other livelihood areas?"

"Yes." Jefferson nodded, his expression serious, "I'm talking about what I'm going to do, not some for the sake of votes."

This incident has caused a lot of damage to the Ryan faction, and it can also make the NCPD better somewhat, as for military technology

I promise that after being elected, the NCPD will increase its procurement of military scientific and technological equipment. ”

Therefore, this is to use more orders to reduce the resistance of military technology to the tiered tax policy.

Anyway, some of the taxes added will be used to buy military technology things, but Arasaka is not, and overall they still make a small profit compared to their biggest competitors.

But there was still a question, and Lille continued, "But isn't Coleridge one of Ryan's?" How could he listen to you? ”

Jefferson smiled, "Public safety is also very important, and since Colridge agreed to follow up on this matter and get rid of the corrupt elements in the bureau, it means that he is not bad."

The cost of the purchase of military technology promised is, of course, the budget increase I promised to NCPD.

Ryan and Coleridge are at odds about this: Ryan intends to cut the NCPD budget and hire a military contracting firm to clean up the homeless people in Watson's northern industrial area.

But leave security completely to those companies? I don't agree. ”

The context is smooth, and the reason for Coleridge's sudden defection is quite good.

As for this policy of hiring a military contracting company to clean up the industrial area north of Watson, it is Lane's "wipe out the homeless" policy.

Although there is news that Ryan intends to choose military technology to implement this policy, it is also a stereotype that he is relatively more partial to Arasaka.

After all, in the recent Unification War, military technology almost annexed Night City, and it was Ryan who single-handedly brought Arasaka back to Night City and prevented Night City from losing its independent status.

No one can say for sure whether Ryan will turn against him, and it's not incomprehensible that military technology will invest in an alternative in advance.

In this way, it is not surprising that military science and technology will take a step back and find a reliable candidate for mayor to cooperate.

Lille bowed slightly, it was a very standard political operation, and there was basically no such thing as accepting bribes.

Or maybe there is, but Jefferson has a good reason to do things, not the kind of tune that collects money to do things.

"And then. The remaining five companies in the electorate will of course agree with you to impose a 'tiered tax' on businesses, because the top five companies will have to bear more tax rates.

What about you, and then pull in military technology, six against four, a slight advantage, but the progress is gratifying. ”

Jefferson smiled slightly: "Actually, it's seven against three, and the Ye's company also agrees with my policy, but it's actually a slight advantage." ”

At this point, the only people who disagreed with Jefferson were Kangtao, Arasaka, and biotechnology.

As for the next five companies, no matter which five they are, they will definitely agree to Jefferson's appointment.

"But what are they trying to do?"

"Of course I did, and it took me a lot of time to make sure." Jefferson said sincerely, "Because the Night Company has truly inherited the philosophy of Mr. Richard Knight, the founder of Night City--

Create, build a truly ideal city.

That's why I wanted to hire you: I know you're also a person with ideals, so join me. ”

Jefferson held out his hand and looked at Lille sincerely.

If he's a liar, he's the top liar in the world --

The kind of liar who even deceived himself.

Instead of choosing to shake hands, Lille took an undisguised glance at Jack and V first.

These two goods have long been deeply indulged in delicious and delicious food, and after eating beef is vegetables, and then fruit salad

Alas, when will you be able to grow a snack.

"Tell me what you want us to do."

(End of chapter)