"Orb's stance is very firm, as I'm sure you're aware. They will absolutely not involve themselves in the conflict between the Federation and ZAFT. However, if the Federation ceases to exist, or if both the Federation and ZAFT jointly ask Orb to step forward and maintain world stability while fighting the alien forces, then Orb will be able to act without betraying its principles. It may seem somewhat redundant, but Orb was founded on neutrality and non-interference in other nations' affairs. No matter what, they must give their people an acceptable explanation. Besides, isn't that all politics really is?"
Hearing Xiao Ran's words, Siegel nodded as well. From what Xiao Ran had said, he understood that Orb would not be the decisive force. The real opportunity to change the world lay in their hands.
"I understand," Siegel said. "We will create a suitable opportunity as soon as possible."
"Mm." Xiao Ran gave a soft acknowledgment, then suddenly said, "After I go to the Moon, I may cause quite a major disturbance there... If I take control of Furi or gain Furi's support, I will declare war on the Federation."
"At that time, you will provide me with the targets that need to be attacked. In the name of alien... vengeance... After that, you can win over and absorb the Federation's remaining troops, then bring Orb into it. Pick an appropriate opportunity to arrange some kind of talks, cooperate to eliminate the aliens, and use that to cover up the matter of going to war with the Federation. In the end, both sides will unite."
As he spoke, Xiao Ran rubbed his temples and said helplessly, "It may not be right, but there is no other way. Some of that hatred must be shifted away from ZAFT if we are to