174. Jedi Order's actions
Sheev-Palpatine's voice was as ups and downs as a hymn. He praised the glory of the powerful Jedi Order at the peak of Galactic Republic, and then the style of the painting suddenly changed...
He slowly put down his hand, "But when did Jedi Order become such a cowardly organization? They uphold peace but turn a blind eye to the obvious war. Galidrong Campaign, Stark Hyperspace War, when has Galactic Republic not suffered an undue crisis? Master Yoda is a respectable elder. I believe that he will not stand idly by in this crisis."
Phineas-Valorum's eyes gradually became firmer. He nodded and said, "That's true. Facing the danger of Galactic Republic, Jedi Order cannot stand idly by. I will go find Master Yoda myself."
Palpatine bowed deeply and said slowly, "I will also mobilize my own connections to help."
Above Coruscant, Jedi Temple, on the top floor of the right one of the five towers.
Chancellor of the Galactic Senate Phineas-Valorum walked out of the shuttle accompanied by his entourage. Dozens of apprentices lined up on both sides, led by Jedi Master Mace-Windu, to greet him.
Master Windu was wearing a coarse robe and had a calm face. He bowed deeply and then said, "His Excellency the Chancellor must be here because of Malastare's dispute. Please come in. Master Yoda is waiting for you in the conference room."
Phineas-Valorum nodded, motioned to the guards behind him to wait by the shuttle, and walked into Jedi Temple alone.
Master Windu accompanied Master Windu throughout the process, but did not speak. He accompanied Valorum into the conference room, where only a short green figure was waiting. Master Windu bowed to Valorum again, then stepped back and left the conference room.
"A little more casual, just the two of us." Master Yoda turned around, bowed slightly, and then made a gesture of invitation to the sofa next to him.
Chancellor Valorum sat down on the sofa. He thought for a moment and was about to speak, but Master Yoda got there first.
"It's not peaceful in this galaxy. Huh?" Master Yoda said with a smile.
Valorum sighed, "Indeed, disputes in all aspects are getting more and more intense, which makes us exhausted."
"It's about to move, power of the Dark Side. You can feel it from my premonition." Master Yoda said, "There is an evil shadow, behind those abnormal things."
"I think this is not a illusory issue like Dark Side, but a real conflict of interests and class disputes." Valorum said.
"You shouldn't come to me, if it's a matter of interests." Master Yoda shook his head, "The Force's guidance, your arrival is."
"I came not for the Force, but for Malastare's problem." Valorum said.
"What to do? You want us." Master Yoda asked knowingly.
"I hope Jedi Order can come forward to resolve the dispute between Malastare. This farce cannot continue. If Corporate Alliance succeeds, other large companies will follow suit. In this way, Galactic Republic may lose Outer Rim Territories's dominance forever." Valorum seized the opportunity and said in one breath.
"We have sent out mediators." Master Yoda shook his head and said, "We will not intervene in commercial disputes."
Valorum stood up suddenly and said loudly, "But this is a matter related to the Galactic Republic national body! If those business giants are allowed to override Galactic Republic, then the demise of Galactic Republic is just around the corner! How can Jedi Order stand idly by in the face of such a thing!"
He wanted to continue saying something, but Master Yoda waved his hand gently, and Valorum suddenly felt a refreshing feeling coming from the bottom of his heart, as refreshing as a bucket of ice water in the hot summer.
"Power of the Dark Side is behind it, I said it." Master Yoda said, "It exists in everyone's heart, power of the Dark Side. We all need to fight against it."
Chancellor Valorum turned his worries into joy, "So, Jedi Order is willing to help?"
"Already on the way, Master Kep-she." Master Yoda said, "Re-evaluate the situation, she needs to."
"Is there only Master Kep-Axi? Then..."
"Continue to guide us, the Force." Master Yoda stood up and bowed to Chancellor Valorum with a slight smile, and then made a gesture of invitation again to the door, "Be with you, may the Force."
"That's what happened, Master Dooku. I'm afraid that after this time, Galactic Republic will face a turbulent period..." Palpatine sighed and said to the two figures in the holographic projection.
One of them is an old man, Jedi Master Dooku, who is strong and tall, with gray hair and beard but a majestic appearance. The other person's coarse robe is full of vicissitudes of life, he has a short goatee, and his long hair is tied back in braids. Looking at the attire, he is obviously Jedi Knight.
"It seems that your judgment before was correct, Senator Palpatine. The galaxy is heading towards a war." Master Dooku said.
"This is what I am most worried about. With Republic fleet's failure this time, many people have seen another possibility - armed confrontation." Another Jedi Knight said.
"So we need to seriously consider this issue, Sifo-Master Dias (Sifo-Dyas)." Palpatine said in a deep voice, "Galactic Republic needs a strong army."
"If necessary, I will do my best for this plan." Seve-Master Dias nodded in agreement.
"How to solve the problem of funding? And now Galactic Senate won't agree to the proposal to build an army, right?" Master Dooku said.
"Well, we have many people with lofty ideals, just like you two. The future of Galactic Republic needs passionate heroes like you to protect it, not those lofty officials sitting behind the office." Sheev-Palpatine said.
Seve Dias asked again, "So now, how will the dispute between Malastare be resolved?"
"I believe that Chancellor Valorum has reached an agreement with Master Yoda at this time, and Jedi Order will resolve this dispute. Just as Galidrong Campaign did before." Palpatine said.
As soon as his words came out, Master Dooku's expression suddenly became ferocious. He gritted his teeth and spat out a few words, "Like Galidrong Campaign, did you complicate things and eventually turn into a massacre? And in that wrong battle, I lost my apprentice forever."
"But at least now, your other apprentice Qui-Gon-Jin is an excellent Jedi Master." Palpatine said with a smile.
"Jedi Order's corruption and dogma have once again made things complicated! Since Master Yoda wants to intervene, he should have taken action long ago! Instead of letting Republic fleet be almost completely destroyed before taking action! This is simply child's play!" Master Dooku said sternly.
"Master Yoda also has his own considerations. After all, we Jedi Order should not resort to force from the beginning. We wield our swords for peace, not for war." Seve Dias has a different opinion.
Palpatine smiled and said, "Then, let's see how things develop, two masters."
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