The matter with Miss Shigure Ryoko was more or less settled.
Some things did not need to be spelled out. Smart people would understand on their own. Without a doubt, Miss Shigure Ryoko now understood her situation, and she would tread even more carefully from then on.
Meanwhile, after finishing his "lesson" for Shigure Ryoko, Jonas went about his daily routine as usual.
It had only been a minor diversion to eliminate a few potential problems. Apart from Shigure Ryoko, none of the Alt Conglomerate's other employees had been affected.
"Mr. Jonas, Senna Life sent word that they'd like to discuss further cooperation with us."
In the office, Eiffel tucked a strand of hair behind her ear as she spoke, then continued:
"Would you like me to politely turn her down?"
Senna Life's move was clearly prompted by the upheaval in the Federation... District 25 had been far from peaceful lately, too. Clearly, the changing situation in the Federation had a considerable impact on District 25.
Rhein leaned more toward the Federation, so this upheaval affected her far more severely than it did others.
She called it seeking further cooperation, but in essence, she was struggling under the pressure and looking for allies.
Clearly, the Alt Conglomerate, which had already established a firm foothold in District 25, was an excellent choice.
"Leave her hanging for a while. Once she can't take the pressure anymore, she'll come to the Alt Conglomerate herself."
Jonas waved a hand, seemingly unconcerned. A moment later, as though something had occurred to him, he asked:
"How are things with the Peacekeeping Forces?"
"Miss Yucas's situation is still far from promising... but it's much better than before, when she was walking on thin ice."
Eiffel pondered for a moment before speaking:
"Thanks to her efforts, some of