"Tell me, why didn't that powerful alien technology fall into our hands? We need that power!"
Because the collapse of Hoover Dam had caused enormous losses, the old minister had resigned to take responsibility. The newly appointed minister, eager to make his mark, immediately summoned numerous senior officials and generals for an emergency meeting.
The main topic was why the Autobots had become employees of Zion Security.
Why they were not under military control.
"Because they are a subsidiary of the Zion Group."
A general who had previously been specifically responsible for this matter shrugged indifferently.
"I don't care what company they are! I'm telling you, this must be under military control, and the Zion Group must sign a confidentiality agreement. There cannot be any leaks!"
The new minister roared.
"Are you serious?"
One senior official looked utterly incredulous.
"Are you questioning my decision? Don't violate the rules just because of their status!"
The new minister spoke sternly, without the slightest hint that he was joking.
The Zion Group was now extremely influential. Other conglomerates had to band together to compete with it.
But likewise, the Zion Group had quite a lot of competitors and enemies.
This minister was undoubtedly from the opposing camp.
Moreover, this was a rare opportunity to pin the label of threatening national security on them.
That was an all-purpose banner, and one that never failed.
"Then I'm afraid the minister will have to handle this personally. You know, Hoover Dam is Zion Group property, and our previous mistakes caused losses to the Zion Group."
"Besides, the global priority right now is fighting aliens. It would be difficult to justify going after them at a time like this."
Another official tactfully offered a reminder.
"Hmph, I knew you were all cowardly and afraid of trouble. Don't