The Empire begins with the Fourth Scourge

2085. Split in the political arena

Ling Liang sighed slightly, because since Operation Plan Zero was put into effect, she and Hari Seldon seemed to have been classified by some people in the Principality of Dawn into the party of sycophants.

In fact, no matter which political regime it is, this is the case. Those who have no principles and only use catering to the ruler's wishes as a way to get promoted are looked down upon.

Because first of all, there is a premise that a person's ability is limited after all, but to manage a huge political power involves all aspects, from industry to people's livelihood to economy to medicine... That's why a country needs many people professionals to co-manage.

The officials at all levels under the ruler are professionals from all walks of life. They are definitely more professional than the rulers in their respective fields. Therefore, most of the time, the opinions they put forward are more detailed and professional, and what the rulers have to do is to choose between the opinions put forward by these experts and the possible results.

So at this time, if someone has no position and no principles, then whatever the ruler says will be whatever. What is the difference between this result and the ruler himself managing the country? Let unprofessional people manage professional areas, and the result is likely to be a mess.

For example, Tang Xiao knew that he was completely incompetent in military command, so he rarely interfered directly with military command.

Therefore, if there is a person like this, the result may be that although he is in office, the decision-making is made by Tang Xiao's own wishes, which may not be correct. Therefore, such people must be unpopular in this country and are considered black sheep.

Currently, the person who is considered such a sycophant in the Principality of Dawn is Helmut Zemo.

But this time, Tang Xiao directly implemented the No. 0 combat plan with a strong attitude that was almost determined to have his own way. In fact, many people are opposed to this plan, and they also think that this plan is making fun of the future of the Principality of Dawn. Operation Plan Zero was a plan that the ruler Tang Xiao came up with in a flash, and it was very consistent with his way of thinking as a Sith Lord. As professional ministers, they must stop Tang Xiao from gambling with the entire country like this. National destiny behavior.

Therefore, under such a train of thought, those who agreed with this plan naturally became sycophants who blindly catered to Tang Xiao's preferences. Especially Ling Liang, who proposed this plan, was considered by many to be a plan based on Tang Xiao's preferences, so Tang Xiao would naturally be happy.

So Ling Liang's behavior made him a heinous villain who ignored the future of the Liming Principality and was willing to let the entire country be buried with him just to cater to Tang Xiao!

Of course, people such as Helmut Zemo and Gross Shelbier, who had always had Tang Xiao's wishes as their only guiding ideology, naturally had great praise for Ling Liang.

Therefore, the political arena of the Dawn Principality had actually begun to split at this time.

What's even worse is that now Tang Xiao can't return to Dawn Planet for various reasons!

"General, just now Prime Minister Francis Underwood signed an executive order, directly removing Hari Seldon from his position as the Governor of the Harvin Sector, and requested that he be transferred to the judicial authorities for dereliction of duty." An official Walk in and report to Linglianghui.

Ling Liang's expression changed and he said coldly: "Francis, he stretched his hand too far! Is Hari Seldon the one he can move?"

The official did not dare to answer the conversation and just lowered his head.

Ling Liang waved his hand and said, "I understand, please step back."

"Yes..." The official retreated as if he was running away. Even though he, a senior manager of the star district, can be considered a high-ranking official outside, a political struggle of this level will be wiped out in ashes!

After connecting the communication, Ling Liang looked at Helmut Zemo who appeared in the holographic projection and said, "Hari Seldon has been deposed."

"I'm sorry that I couldn't prevent this from happening, General Ling." Zemo shook his head. "In terms of administrative functions, the Prime Minister's Office does have the power to remove the governor of the Haven sector. Now I am very worried. "This kind of struggle will delay the Zero Operation Plan again and again."

Ling Liang snorted and said: "Then we have nothing to say to Francis. Just put the production target of Operation Zero in front of him. If it cannot be completed, then we can also impeach him with the crime of malfeasance in duty." . No one has the qualifications to change or terminate the No. 0 combat plan before Grand Duke Tang Xiao gives the order."

"Doing this is equivalent to directly declaring war with the Prime Minister's Office." Although Zemo said this, there was a smile on his face.

"Isn't this what you expected?" Ling Liang asked back.

"Francis can no longer keep up with this era. The stage that belongs to him no longer exists after the end of the Clone Wars." Zemo said sarcastically, "The imperial prime minister he has always dreamed of is probably I can’t touch it in this life.”

Ling Liang fell silent. After a long time, she asked again: "What are your true thoughts about this plan?"

"Do you really think I chose to support him just to cater to the Grand Duke's wishes? General Ling." Zemo adjusted his glasses and his expression suddenly became serious.

Ling Liang looked at him and frowned.

"Indeed, I am not a layman in military affairs, but I am far inferior to you." Zemo said, "But I have my own way of judging... Do you know what the most critical part of this battle plan is?"

"Attacking Coruscant and defeating the First System Army." Ling Liang said.

"No... that's not important." Zemo shook his head, "The important thing is how to kill Palpatine."

Ling Liang was surprised and said: "The Grand Duke told me that I don't need to worry about this. He will definitely be able to kill Palpatine..."

"You really don't need to worry, because it's him who needs to be worried." Zemo said, "The Grand Duke rarely makes such a decision in this regard. He is always very cautious about fighting against enemies of Palpatine's level. And now that he has made this decision, it means that he has full confidence in this, or he has to do it."

He glanced at Ling Liang and continued: "Since the Grand Duke, as a ruler, has made such a decision, then what else can we subordinates do except sacrifice our lives to follow him?"

The communication was closed, and the picture in front of him disappeared.

Ling Liang stood here for a long time without responding. Then, she came to her desk, turned on the terminal, opened a file in it, and wrote the title - "Ling Liang Report".