The Empire begins with the Fourth Scourge

2080. Operation Plan Zero (3)

Hari Seldon said: "The number of capital ships currently owned by the Galactic Empire, if you include the old warships such as Victory I-class and Chasseur-class warships that have not yet been retired, has exceeded 10,000. Correspondingly, the number of capital ships currently in service in our army, The number is 1,200, a force gap of nearly 10 times. Therefore, even if we can gain an advantage in the defensive battle, it will still take us a long time to absorb such a huge force of the Galaxy Empire."

Tang Xiao said coldly: "According to the results of our many deductions, we need to fight a defensive war for at least three years. And during the defensive war, the number of Galaxy Empire warships destroyed was 17,000. Only in this way can we force the Galaxy to The empire turns to the defensive, and we can also accumulate a force that can directly launch an attack. Although this process can be said to be extremely difficult, it can be said to be a win-win situation. "

"Then during these three extremely difficult years, the worst situation will happen." Hari Seldon said, "Because they cannot bear the weight of the war, those people who have never identified with the Principality of Dawn from the bottom of their hearts will They will rise up to resist, and their resistance will cause production to stagnate. The stagnation of production will cause the shortage of frontline troops, and the shortage of troops will lead to... disastrous defeat."

His tone gradually became heavier, "And once the front line fails, this will just confirm the legitimacy of the Galactic Republic and the Galactic Empire to rule the galaxy, which will directly ignite a wave of resistance across our country. At that time, we will not even be able to trade space for time. , there is no chance of attacking the Galactic Empire’s lone deep fleet through depth..."

Hari Seldon sighed and said: "My lord, our people will indeed fight to defend their interests. They will protect their job opportunities, their homes, and their property... But in the Galactic Empire, Before Iron Hoof really set foot on their planet, the object of their struggle to protect their own interests was us... In their view, it was the increasing burden of war that deprived them of their beautiful life, and it was us who took away their interests. ”

Tang Xiao said: "I finally understand what you mean. After all, the Galaxy Empire has such a huge foundation and power, so it is also a resistance and uprising. Their ability to withstand dozens or even hundreds of times is ours. Therefore, the Galaxy Empire We can fail countless times, but we only have one chance.”

"Yes, my lord," Hari Seldon said.

"So, what's your plan?" Tang Xiao asked.

"It's all done in one battle. This is the battle plan zero." Ling Liang said, handing his plan to Tang Xiao.

Tang Xiao opened the memory and quickly viewed the outline of the plan through holographic projection. The more he looked, the more solemn his face became, even a little dark.

However, at the end, a sick smile appeared on his face.

Throwing the memory on the table, Tang Xiao laughed out loud, "Hahahahahaha... Is this Operation Plan Zero? Hahahaha! Very good, very good, very good! Hahahaha!"

After laughing for a while, his expression suddenly faded. He pressed the button in front of him and said in a deep voice: "Inform all the military and political leaders of the principality that a summit will be held tomorrow. Regardless of the reason, all those who should participate must attend."

【I see. grown ups. 】The deep voice of Helmut Zemo came from the other end of the communication.

Tang Xiao stood up, looked at Ling Liang and Hari Seldon, and said slowly: "Tomorrow, there will be a meeting to discuss the No. 0 combat plan."

"Yes, my lord." Hari Seldon bowed slightly.

"Yes!" Ling Liang stood at attention and gave a military salute.

"That's right. I need to ensure something." Tang Xiao added, "These things today, including your deduction, Hari Seldon, cannot be known to anyone."

Ling Liang frowned, "I think such a prediction should at least be mentioned at the summit, so as to strengthen everyone's belief."

"What belief do you want to strengthen?" Tang Xiao glanced at her and asked.

Hari Seldon suddenly understood. He bowed deeply again and said, "I understand, sir. We will keep today's secret until death."

…

The next day, the highest administrative capital of the Dawn Principality, the conference room.

All the highest-level military and political officials from the Principality of Dawn were present. Even those who could not come in person due to the long distances participated in the meeting through encrypted hyperspace communications.

Including Prime Minister Francis Underwood, Chief of Cabinet Helmut Zemo, Chief of General Staff Qi Jian, Navy Commander-in-Chief Matt Horner, Haven Sector Governor Harry Seldon, Seth Venner Region Governor Ling Liang, Army Commander-in-Chief Xian Hui, Defense Minister Cheng Shitao, Model Region Governor Volgograd-Kanidi, Interior Minister Daphne Clement, Finance Minister Saimed Tang.

The three major intelligence agencies are Secretary of National Security Margaret Page Carter, Secretary of Military Intelligence Saratan Moss, and Secretary of Secret Intelligence Solomon Lane.

Representatives of the foreign races, the Salarian elder Jacinda, the Vasari high priest Shadili, and the Jivin president Mitrodis.

In addition, there are the First Lady of the Principality and Director of Rendili Interstellar Power Company Adele Ulan, and Director of the Fourth Group Gross Shelbia. As the two largest economic entities in the Principality, they are also directly state-owned. The controlling super enterprises also participated in this meeting.

Finally, there is the most powerful general in the galaxy, Severance Tann, who is currently restraining the Galactic Empire in the Mandalorian sector!

These people can be said to be the pinnacle of power in the Principality of Dawn at present. Even Newt Gunray, the Governor of the Trade Federation, and San Hill, the co-chairman of the Interstellar Banking Association, are not qualified to participate in this meeting! Of course, the protoss would generally not be interested in such meetings, and would naturally not invite them.

After everyone arrived, Tang Xiao, dressed in black military uniform, slowly walked into the venue, holding a scepter in his hand.

Everyone stood up immediately, and the foreign representatives bowed and saluted, while others shouted loudly in unison: "Long live the Fourth Civilization! Long live the Principality of Dawn! Long live the Grand Duke! I am a natural disaster!"

Tang Xiao nodded, pressed his palms gently, and then sat on the throne at the top of the conference room.

At this time, other people sat down neatly.

Tang Xiao looked around and said slowly: "I'll get straight to the point. Today's meeting has only one theme - defeating the Galactic Empire!"

He paused and then said: "The time has come, we already have enough power, and the Galactic Empire is also in turmoil amid internal and external troubles! As we all know, there must be a battle between us and the empire! And now is the moment of decisive battle !”

He waved his hand, and a line of words—Operation Plan Zero—immediately appeared on the holographic projection.

"This is our plan to defeat the Galactic Empire - Operation Plan Zero!" Tang Xiao stood up with his hands on the table, his expression a little fanatical, "Five years of mobilization and preparation! Then take the initiative to start a war! Go straight to Coruscant! That's right! To defeat the Galactic Empire, only..."

"One year!"