CH329 The Web of Powers
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"These resources also include secret research conducted by the Association's multinational committees and research groups," Zora explained. "Since these groups aren't bound by national politics, they can draw expertise from all over the continent. As a result, their findings are often far more valuable, sought after, or all-round more effective than those produced within any single empire, nation, or organisation."
"These are likely the Machholts' target," she continued. "By helping the Lichters improve their standing, the Machholts would, through the alliance, gain access to resources they otherwise wouldn't — due to the Association's strict restrictions preventing misuse by any single power."
"Not that the top of the Association is clean itself," Eleanor commented dryly.
