1458. Sophistry and investigation
Shake-Ti had already anticipated Palpatine's request. She replied, "Jedi Order agrees that Galactic Republic can enter the Jedi Temple library, and we will also open all the documents on political and military decisions that Jedi Knight participated in for verification by the investigation team."
"Maybe I didn't speak very clearly, so let me say it again..." Palpatine said coldly, "What I said is - a thorough investigation, which means that we will investigate all materials including the Jedi Temple library and collections."
"Jedi Order has long been engaged in the research of the Force, which is the exploration of the nature of the universe. Our research results have no obligation to be handed over to Galactic Republic." Shake Ti said.
"Galactic Republic will not ask Jedi Order to hand over the research results. All we need is to confirm that these things will not pose a threat to Galactic Republic. This is enough." Palpatine said.
"Jedi Order has sealed all knowledge that may pose a threat to the galaxy, and once this knowledge is made public, it will truly pose a threat." Shakti began to feel something bad in her heart.
"Don't worry, Master Shake Ti. Our professionals naturally know what's appropriate. They will never let these things harm Galactic Republic." Palpatine said with a sneer.
Compared to Shakti, who repeatedly emphasized the safety of the Milky Way, he emphasized Galactic Republic both inside and outside his words, because as long as he grasped this point, Jedi Order would have no retreat.
Hearing this, Shakti also smiled coldly, "Professionals? Jedi Order has studied the Way of the Force for tens of thousands of years. In comparison, where do Galactic Republic professionals come from?"
Palpatine did not feel dissatisfied, and said with a smile, "Not every Force-sensitive belongs to Jedi Order... and, if it really doesn't work, I think I am more professional."
Shake-Ti's face changed drastically, and she scolded sternly, "It's a daydream! So this is your idea, you want to take over the research results of Jedi Order!"
But Palpatine raised his left hand that had been replaced by a mechanical prosthesis and said loudly, "I can swear that everything I do will not be detrimental to Galactic Republic! I dedicate everything I have to Galactic Republic, and I will never hide anything! Even if When the enemy's iron hoof steps on Coruscant, I will always be the one who fights to the end! On the other hand, if Jedi Order leaves us at the most difficult time of our war, what position do you have to say that you will not be disadvantageous to Galactic Republic?"
Shake Ti said sternly, "This is absolutely impossible! Jedi Order can swear by the Force that he will never release any forbidden research! He will never let this knowledge endanger the galaxy! Naturally, he will never let a Sith Lord get his hands on it!"
"Hehehehehe..." Palpatine laughed gloomily, "Jedi Order's oath... hehehehe, interesting, interesting! So since you Jedi Order claim to have always been the guardians of the galaxy, you must be able to get more support, right? In this case, let's use this as our Galactic Senate's topic today. How about voting?"
"You have taken control of the parliament! Now tell me to vote, it is completely a conspiracy!" Shakti said.
However, Sheev-Palpatine looked at her with pity and said, "I have given you a fair and open opportunity, Master Shake Ti. I could have issued the order directly through the emergency ruling power, because Jedi Order's private research has posed a threat to Galactic Republic's existence. But, even so, why do you still refuse such a vote? Is it because you Jedi Order know that you no longer have any support?
"Enough!!" A voice sounded from the side, Naboo Senator Padmé-Amidala stood up, pointed at Palpatine and said loudly, "Jedi Order Honor who has been tens of thousands of years old, you cannot be so humiliating in the parliament! Every word of yours They all have a strong tendency! Even if the law does not stipulate that Sith Lord cannot serve as speaker, as a the Force organization that is hostile to Jedi Order, you should not participate in any decision-making related to Jedi Order! If you want to talk about the constitution, then this is what I want to tell you!"
After hearing Padmé's resonant words, those congressmen who had been led by Palpatine, who were frightened and did not dare to have any public support for Jedi Order, finally had a backbone this time. They stood up and clamored loudly to support Jedi Order.
"Silence! Silence!!" Vice Chancellor Mas-Amedda standing next to Palpatine shouted loudly with his loud voice.
After the surrounding sounds decreased slightly, Sheev-Palpatine looked at Padmé coldly and said, "As Senator Amidala said, I should avoid it. But There will be no change in this matter. The investigation of Jedi Order will be decided by vote. Before that, every member of Jedi Order will not be allowed to leave Jedi Temple."
After saying that, he controlled the anti-gravity platform to fly in the direction of his office. After parking it, he left without looking back.
Shake-Ti didn't say much. She also turned and left with a gloomy face, leaving only Senate Chamber who looked like a frying pan.
At the same time, a large number of Spaarti clone troopers swarmed in, surrounding Jedi Temple on three levels inside and three outside, and not even a fly could fly out!
Northeastern sector of the galaxy, Outer Rim Territories, Bandomeer (Bandomeer).
A powerful fleet composed of hundreds of warships is stationed here. This fleet includes a full 50 Hunter Class Battlecruiser! This is equivalent to the size of the main fleet of a legion!
However, for this fleet, this is only less than a quarter of their total strength.
Galactic Republic, Second Systems Army main fleet!
Bandomeer is the most important agricultural and mining area in Northeastern Territory Outer Rim. Not only that, this planet is also an important transportation artery in Hedia hyperspace lane.
This planet is also the gateway to Mandalore.
In the original plot, Yuuzhan Vong invades the Milky Way, and Bandomeer is the forward base where they gather their fleet to attack Mandalore. This also illustrates the important status of Bandomeer.
Now, with the same target of Mandalore, the main fleet of the Second Systems Army has naturally chosen this place as its base.
Through this planet, Second Systems Army will be able to suppress the entire Neutral Systems Alliance including Mandalore!