After the last space war, the Federal Fleet had been stationed in the Night Scorpion Nebula and Gary Corridor for a long time, because the two self-generated giant warp holes were the only space channels that connected the Federation and the Imperium.
The Night Scorpion Nebula and Gary Corridor were like two space gates made by the Creator, and the keys to the two gates had always been in the hands of the Federation. The Federation could freely choose the time to open the two gates and enter the Imperium based on the political, economic, and military situation. It was an indescribable advantage in terms of strategy.
Everyone knew what the control of the two space channels meant for the situation of the entire universe.
The Imperium had spent decades and generations of scientists researching without sleep and food. They had invested unprecedented resources and wealth, but they still could not achieve any success. To this day, they could only remain silent and frustrated in the face of the vast universe and launch a six-year expedition to vent their anger and ambition.
But the Federal Army had never let down its guard, because no one knew whether or not the Imperium's technological level would skyrocket in a certain field because of the appearance of a certain genius. No one knew when, in the future, the densely packed small warships of the Imperium would pass through the space channels like a disgusting swarm of insects, silently appear in the black background of the universe, and march toward the prosperous and peaceful capital ring …
Although the Federation's warships were much more powerful than the Imperium's warships, people would feel suffocated when they imagined such a bloody and terrifying picture. Because of the strong uneasiness and vigilance, the Federation had never relaxed its surveillance of the Gary Corridor and the Night Scorpion Nebula. Even when the resources of the crystal mines were seriously exhausted, they still maintained a powerful fleet and stationed it there for a long time.
However, this time, in order to completely crush the Imperium's expedition strategy, the Federation had moved the main force of the Federal Fleet to the desolate space zone outside the West Woods!
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Because of the good news, the atmosphere of the private dinner in the president's residence became even more lively. Only the president's daughter, who was sitting next to Xu Le, remained silent. The twelve-year-old girl lowered her head and ate quietly. Now and then, she would subconsciously draw on the white tablecloth with her silver chopsticks, as if she was thinking about something.
After dinner, the hot tea was served. Madam President knew that the men still had topics to talk about, so she smiled and exchanged a few words with Xu Le before preparing to take her daughter upstairs to do her homework. When the president's daughter walked to the entrance of the dining room, she suddenly looked at Xu Le and then revealed a pleading expression to her father. President Pabre smiled and nodded gently.
President Pabre and Xu Le were the only ones left at the dining table of the official residence. Those solemn-looking staff members of the Special Task Force, dressed in formal black suits, were nowhere to be found.
"The President's Residence is a side courtyard left behind after the palace was demolished. After the election, the first day I moved in, I was stunned by the luxurious decorations inside. From this, you can imagine how exaggerated the palaces that those emperors lived in were when they were still alive. " President Pabre said slowly as he looked around the room at the famous oil paintings and wood carvings of the Dew River.
He picked up the silver cutlery in his hand, looked at Xu Le, and continued, "The royal family uses these expensive cutlery, so naturally they have to distinguish themselves from the common people at the bottom. The cost of their meals is so high that the poor can never imitate them, so they can't eat like them. "
Xu Le listened carefully, not knowing what the President wanted to say to him, or if it was just purely personal.
"The people who want the election process to be expensive the most are the powerful, so that the poor can't get the right to be elected. The people who want the judicial process to be expensive the most are the powerful, so that the poor can't win the case. The people who want the media to be expensive the most are also the powerful, so that the poor can't get the right to speak. "
President Pabre said with a serious expression, "The three elements that run through the spirit of the charter, democracy, justice, and freedom of speech, all have a common characteristic in this environment, and that is the high cost of the process. So these democracy, justice, and freedom can easily become the democracy, justice, and freedom of the powerful."
"I couldn't become the President of the Federation without the support of people like Mochou in the back of the mountain. But all the funds for the first election I participated in came from the people who trusted me. You may not be able to imagine how many disabled miners took out their meager compensation. "
"That was the primary election for the state councilor of Naxi in Donglin." President Prabble furrowed his brows, but there was a sincere smile on his tanned face. He was probably reminiscing about his life, which was difficult but full of ideals.
"I also … was a soldier in Donglin." Xu Le reacted, scratched his head, and changed his words. "I know what the stones of Donglin are like when they're angry."
"In fact, I've always felt that your personality is very similar to the people in my hometown." The President laughed, and then the smile immediately disappeared. He said seriously, "It is because I remember the people who raised money to help me in the election that I have never forgotten that I am an elected President."
President Pabre had a pair of thick and charming lips, and his deep voice was full of firmness. "So every decision I make must protect the interests of the entire Federation as much as possible."
He looked at Xu Le and extended a finger. He said in a heavy tone, "Remember, it is the entire Federation, not the combination of politicians and powerful people. It has to be specific to every independent citizen."
The entire Federation knew that the President was an eloquent speaker when he was a lawyer, but after entering politics, he became a leader with gentle words but very influential words. At this time, listening to these powerful words face to face, although Xu Le was still silent, his heart was greatly touched.
"Everyone has their own position. The war against the Empire has, to a large extent, eased the opposing feelings between the various levels of the Federation and unified our position. However, the military operation in the West Woods has achieved complete victory. Where should the Federation go in the future? "
Xu Le did not think that he had the right to discuss the future direction of the entire Federation with the President of the Federation, so he subconsciously thought that President Pabre's words were a heavy question to himself and not to him. However, after a moment of silence, he was surprised to find that the President had been looking at him calmly.
"I am an engineer, and now you can say that I am a soldier. I don't know much about politics," he said with difficulty. Everything he said was the truth. "I can't give any opinions on such a big matter."
President Pabre laughed and lightly patted the surface of the table. He spread his hands and said, "Then why don't you talk about this war from a military point of view?"
Xu Le felt a little nervous. It should be known that the middle-aged man sitting opposite him was the most powerful figure in the entire Federation. At this moment, he could not help but think of the conversation in the restaurant in Sunset State. He could not understand why important figures like the President and Commander Zhong would value his opinion so much.
Suddenly, he thought of a possibility. His thick eyebrows raised slightly. He looked at the President and said very seriously and sincerely, "Mr. President, my opinion does not represent the opinion of the old man in Philadelphia."
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Half an hour later.
"Although the reasons for our judgment are different, the conclusion we reached is the same. The people of the Empire will never give up the idea of invading the Federation. "
President Pabre said worriedly, "The Night Scorpion Nebula and Gary Corridor cannot block those cruel enemies forever. Even during my term of office, or even when you and I are alive, the Empire may be isolated for six years. But one day, the Empire will break through that line of defense and enter the territory of the Federation. "
"The Federation wants to develop. The people need peace and the right to be free from fear. We must completely defeat the Empire. Right now, the Federation has a strategic advantage. We must turn this advantage into victory while it is still in our hands. "
"This means that the Federation must enter the territory of the Empire. Moreover, it cannot be delayed."
Xu Le furrowed his brows. The President's judgment was not surprising. In fact, from the ceremony a few days ago and the propaganda of the Federation as a whole, it was inevitable that the Federation would launch a new round of attacks on the Empire. Why did Mr. Pabre look so worried?
"My worry is that many people in the upper echelons of the Federation do not want the war to be expanded." The President seemed to know what he was thinking and said in a low voice, "They enjoy a privileged life in the Federation. How can they be willing to sacrifice their great interests? Moreover, in their opinion, the people of the Empire will never be able to pass through the space channel. Or as I said before, at least they will not be able to do so while they are alive. "
"Now that the situation in the West Woods is settled, war is no longer an inevitable choice. Under such circumstances, the government and the military are facing a lot of pressure. This pressure cannot be revealed in the light of victory, but once they find a chance, they will stop the Federation from invading the territory at all costs."
"They … who are they?"
"The families you know, the members of parliament at all levels, the rich but emotionless businessmen, and even the Zhong family in the West Woods do not want the war to be expanded again. What I am curious about is, what is the basis of Lady Tai's decision to support me so firmly?"
President Pabre said in a slightly mocking tone, "There are too many people who are against entering the territory of the Empire. I can only say that, just like George Carlin once said, anyone who opposes changing the status quo, is immersed in the stale reality, and even forgets the foresight that their wisdom should produce, is a group of people with vested interests."
"What can I do?" Xu Le asked after a moment of silence.
President Pabre looked at the young man across the table, as if he was looking at his stubborn self from many years ago. Back then, for the interests of the people at the bottom, he insisted on fighting a class action lawsuit against the giant enterprises of the Federation. As a result, he was fired by the largest law firm in Hong Kong, and the rented apartment caught fire mysteriously. He could only drag the suitcase he borrowed from the guard, drag those heavy legal documents, and hold his newly married wife, stroll on the cold streets in the early autumn, and then sit on a bench in the park for a night.
At that time, he was smiling, wasn't he? President Pabre slightly narrowed his eyes and looked at the simple face of the young man across the table. After thinking for a long time, he gave up his original plan and said with a smile, "Please send a message to Philadelphia for me. I want to ask the General to make a statement."
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