"More progress?"
Seeing He Kui approach, a smile appeared on Lenore's face.
"Yes, the costs can be further reduced."
Looking at the documents He Kui handed her, Lenore became even more delighted.
"PLANT owes you a great debt."
If it weren't for He Kui, even if the riots were eventually quelled, it would have been a costly endeavor.
Moreover, the legitimacy of their actions on Earth would have diminished.
"I am also a member of PLANT."
"Indeed."
Lenore sighed and then glanced at the sky.
Of course, it was just a simulated sky.
"According to Rick, the situation on the Moon hasn't been favorable recently. It seems they want to take advantage of our chaos to invade the factories."
"The Atlantic Federation shouldn't have the capability for large-scale space operations yet."
They had previously intended to trap the Federation's garrison on the Moon.
But most of their bases now have light shields, and with heightened vigilance, it's not as easy to breach as before.
"They've convinced the Eurasian Federation's space forces to assist them. The production of Nym alloy will likely have to be temporarily halted."
"Hmm."
Upon hearing this, He Kui's eyes deepened slightly.
"However, that area isn't the main battlefield. We can only strengthen our defenses, but it should be fine."
"We'll keep an eye on your factory."
Although she specialized in agriculture, as Patrick's wife, Lenore's words still carried weight.
If the production of Nym alloy were to halt, his company's profits would significantly decrease.
It was a small but potential issue.
Thinking this, He Kui naturally recalled the Aegis he had left in Copernicus.
Perhaps it could be of use.
"Thank you for your words."
He Kui lowered his gaze and said.
"Just idle chatter, that's all."
As soon as Lenore finished speaking, the metal door behind them slid open.
"Aunt Lenore~"
There, dressed in a sky-blue gown, Lacus appeared before them.
"Lacus, you're here."
Seeing the newcomer, Lenore's gentle smile didn't quite carry the warmth one might expect for a daughter-in-law.
It wasn't that she disliked the girl, but she worried that Athrun might be completely dominated by her.
After all, although Athrun was quite popular, he was rather naive when it came to women.
If it were just an ordinary person, it might be fine, but she was the princess of the Clyne Faction.
Lenore didn't want Athrun to end up with a wife who would merely treat him with formal respect.
"I'm late, my apologies."
Lacus bowed slightly, presenting a proper demeanor.
"Well, I need to organize some data now. Councilor He and Lacus can discuss the current research situation."
This time, Lacus had come as Siegel's proxy, which was a plausible reason on the surface.
Lenore smiled and then stood up to leave.
In June City, hardly anyone was idle these days.
In contrast, He Kui, aside from his role as a chief researcher, didn't have much workload.
The two exchanged glances, and then He Kui took the initiative to approach Lacus.
At the same time, he pulled out a tablet and began to explain.
"Currently, our technology can meet most daily consumption needs. After the rice is harvested, it can be quickly processed into simple packaging through the production line. From harvest to delivery, the Agricultural Bureau of June City and PLANT's Food Security and Management Bureau directly distribute it to various districts."
Listening to He Kui's explanation and the complex data on the tablet, Lacus was very attentive.
"What about the second phase of the plan?"
"Your first phase has already used up most of the underground space in June City."
Lacus asked.
"The current plan is to utilize the space outside the Colony Satellite."
"But this way, the construction, maintenance, and transportation costs will increase, and the concealment will also weaken."
Lacus frowned as she looked at the large structures in space before her.
"That's correct."
"So there's also a plan to create a new Colony Satellite."
"This way, the per capita living space can also be alleviated."
Hearing this, Lacus nodded.
Both plans have their pros and cons, and it's indeed not something that can be decided quickly.
"How about you, Lacus? How's the cooperation with East Asia going?"
Seeing that he had finished speaking, He Kui followed up with a question.
He hadn't had the chance to ask before the riot happened.
"Previously, due to the food issue, it wasn't completely settled, but it should be finalized soon. East Asia's proposal has already been submitted to the Supreme Council by Canard, it's just a formality."
After all, East Asia didn't know about their food situation, and Patrick couldn't just reveal it, disrupting his own plans, so the progress of the talks was delayed for some time.
"Basically, ZAFT will withdraw troops from the spaceport, cooperate with them to build a space station and a lunar base, and they will also deter the Atlantic Federation when necessary."
"I heard that the people from East Asia also mentioned you."
Lacus said with a hint of mischief on her solemn face.
"What did they say?"
"They said they wanted to invite you to attend their academic conference, but Uncle Patrick refused, citing the unstable situation."
As she spoke, Lacus also carried a hint of probing.
Although He Kui didn't say anything after their last conversation, and it seemed like nothing had happened, Lacus was still quite curious.
"My parents would really like to go back and visit."
He Kui smiled.
"There will be an opportunity."
"I hope so."
He roughly knew what Lacus wanted to say.
The opportunity she mentioned was none other than world peace.
"If there's a chance, Lacus, you should come along."
"Can I?"
Lacus's expression remained calm, but her face had unknowingly brightened a bit.
"Of course you can."
"Never mind, He Kui, you'll definitely bring a lot of girls back to East Asia."
Lacus seemed to already imagine the scene of the young man bringing a large group of girls back to East Asia.
And He Kui just smiled without saying a word.
His well-defined hand reached out and ruffled Lacus's soft pink hair.
Hmm, indeed, even without conditioner, the girl's hair was still smoother than silk.
"You're taking advantage of me again~"
Although she said that, Lacus didn't seem to mind much.
Instead, her jade-like feet in white high heels took two steps forward, and she actively planted a light kiss on He Kui's lips.
"If He Kui only takes me, I might consider it."
As their lips touched, Lacus's thin lips continued to brush against He Kui's as she spoke.
The delicate fragrance of a young girl continuously filled He Kui's nostrils.
Though she appeared soft and gentle, her demeanor was now strikingly assertive.
"Another test?"
He Kui narrowed his eyes and spoke as directly as Lacus had.
"Care to guess, Councilor He?"
He Kui didn't bother guessing. Instead, he sealed the girl's lips with his own.
As if accustomed to this, the girl simply parted her lips, allowing him to delve in without resistance.
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