2080, Operation Zero (3)
Hari Seldon said, "The number of battleships currently owned by the Galactic Empire, if you include the old battleships Victory I-class and Hunter Class that have not yet been retired, has exceeded 10,000. Correspondingly, our army is currently in service The number of capital ships is 1,200, a force gap of nearly 10 times. Therefore, even if we can gain an advantage among Defense Battle, it will still take us a long time to digest such a huge force of the Galactic Empire."
Tang Xiao said coldly, "According to the results of our many deductions, we need to fight Defense Battle for at least three years. And among Defense Battle, the destroyed Galactic Empire battle The number of ships is 17,000. Only in this way can we force Galactic Empire to turn 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-case scenario will occur." Hari Seldon said. "Because they cannot bear the weight of the war, those people who have never identified with Duchy of Dawn from the bottom of their hearts will rise up to resist. And their resistance will cause production to stagnate. The stagnation of production will cause a gap in frontline troops and a gap in military strength. It will lead to... a tragic defeat."
His tone gradually became heavier, "And once the frontline fails, this will just confirm the legitimacy of Galactic Republic and Galactic Empire to rule the galaxy, which will directly ignite a wave of resistance across our country. At that time, we will not even have the chance to trade space for time and attack Galactic Empire's lonely fleet in depth..."
Hari Seldon sighed and said, "Sir, our people will indeed fight to defend their interests. They will protect their job opportunities, protect their Homeworld, and protect their property... But before Galactic Empire's iron hooves really set foot on their planet, the object of their struggle to protect their interests is us... In their view, it is the increasing burden of war that deprives them of their good life, and it is us who have taken away their interests."
Tang Xiao said, "I finally understand what you mean. After all, Galactic Empire has such a huge foundation and power, so their ability to withstand resistance and uprising is dozens or even hundreds of times greater than ours. Therefore, Galactic Empire can fail countless times, but we only have one chance."
"Yes, my lord," Hari Seldon said.
"So, what's your plan?" Tang Xiao asked.
"All the efforts are accomplished in one battle, this is, Operation Zero." Ling Liang said, handing over 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... This is Operation 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 the highest summit will be held tomorrow. Regardless of the reason, all those who should participate must attend."
[I understand. 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, "Just tomorrow, there will be a meeting to discuss Operation Zero."
"Yes, my lord." Hari Seldon bowed slightly.
"Yes!" Ling Liang stood at attention and gave a military salute.
"By the way. 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 kind of belief do you have?" 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, Duchy of Dawn, the highest administrative capital, conference room.
Duchy of Dawn All the highest-level military and political officials were present. Even those who could not come in person due to long distances attended the meeting through encrypted hyperspace communications.
Includes Prime Francis-Underwood, Prime Minister of the Cabinet Helmut-Zemo, Chief of Staff Qi Jian, Commander of the Navy Matt-Hona, Hoth Sector Governor Harry Seldon, Sector Governor Sethvenna Ling Liang, Army General Xian Hui, Ministry of Defense Minister Cheng Shitao, Governor of Modell Sector Volgograd-Kanidi, Ministry of the Interior long Daphne-Clement, Finance Minister Semir-Tang.
The three major Intelligence Department doors, National Security Department Minister Margaret Peggy Carter, Head of Military Intelligence Salatan-Morse, secret Intelligence Department Minister Solomon Lane.
Representatives of foreign ethnic groups, Salarian elder Jacinda, Vasari High Priest Shadi Li, the Givin president Mitrodis.
In addition, there are First Lady of the Duchy, Rendili StarDrive directors Adele-Ulan, and Fourth Group directors Gross-Shelby. As the two largest economic entities in the principality and directly state-owned Mega-corporations, they also participated in this meeting.
Finally, there is the most powerful general in the galaxy, who is currently restraining Galactic Empire at Mandalore star sector - Sefrans-Tann!
These people can be said to be at the peak of Duchy of Dawn's power. Even Trade Federation Governor Newt Gunray and InterGalactic Banking Clan Co-Chairman San Hill are not qualified to participate in this meeting! Of course, Protoss would generally not be interested in such a meeting, 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, "Long live Fourth Civilization! Long live Duchy of Dawn! Long live the Grand Duke! I am the Calamity!"
Tang Xiao nodded, gently pressed his palms, 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 - defeat Galactic Empire!"
He paused and then said, "The time has come, we already have enough strength, and 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 Zero - appeared on the holographic projection.
"This is our plan to defeat Galactic Empire - Operation Zero!" Tang Xiao stood up with his hands on the table, his expression a little fanatical, "Mobilize and prepare for five years! Then take the initiative to start a war! Close to Coruscant! That's right! To defeat Galactic Empire, only..."
"One year!"