2085. Split in the political arena
Ling Liang sighed slightly, because since Operation Zero was put into effect, she and Hari Seldon seemed to be classified into the party of sycophants by some of Duchy of Dawn.
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 managing a huge political power involves all aspects, from industry to people's livelihood to economy to medicine... That's why a country needs many professionals to manage it together.
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 knows that he is completely incompetent in military command, so he rarely directly interferes with military command.
Therefore, if someone is like this, the result may be that although he is in office, the decision-making is made by Tang Xiao himself, which may not be correct. Therefore, such people must be unpopular in this country and are considered black sheep.
Currently, the Duchy of Dawn who are considered such sycophants are Helmut-Zemo.
But this time Tang Xiao directly promoted Operation Zero with an almost insistent and strong attitude. In fact, many people are opposed to this plan, and they also think that this plan is making fun of the future of Duchy of Dawn. Operation Zero was a plan that was thought up by such a ruler Tang Xiao, and it was very consistent with his Sith Lord way of thinking. As a professional minister, they must stop Tang Xiao from gambling on the fate of the entire country.
Therefore, under such a train of thought, those who agree with this plan naturally become sycophants who blindly cater to Tang Xiao's preferences. Especially Ling Liang, who proposed this plan, is considered by many to be a plan based on Tang Xiao's preferences, so Tang Xiao will naturally be happy about it.
Then Ling Liang's behavior becomes a heinous villain who disregards Duchy of Dawn's future and would rather let the entire country be buried with him just to cater to Tang Xiao!
Of course, people such as Helmut-Zemo, Glosse-Shelbia, who have always had Tang Xiao's wishes as their only guiding ideology, naturally have great appreciation for Ling Liang.
Therefore, Duchy of Dawn's political arena has actually begun to split at this time.
What's even worse is that now Tang Xiao cannot return to Dawn Star Planet due to various reasons!
"General, Prime Minister Francis-Underwood just signed an executive order, directly removing Hari Seldon from his position as Hoth Sector Governor-General, and requested that he be transferred to the judicial authorities for dereliction of duty." An official came in and reported to Ling Liang.
Ling Liang's face changed and he said coldly, "Francis, he stretched his hand too long! Is Hari Seldon the one he can move?"
The official did not dare to answer the question 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. Although he, a senior manager of the star district, can be regarded as 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 regret that I could not prevent this from happening, General Ling." Zemo shook his head, "In terms of administrative functions, Prime Minister's Office does have the power to remove the governor of Hoth Sector. Now I am very worried that such a struggle will delay Operation Zero again and again."
Ling Liang snorted and said, "Then we have nothing to say to Francis. Put Operation Zero's production target directly in front of him. If he cannot achieve it, then we can also impeach him with dereliction of duty. No one has the qualifications to change or terminate Operation Zero until Grand Duke Tang Xiao personally orders it."
"Doing this is equivalent to directly declaring war with Prime Minister's Office." Although Zemo said this, there was a smile on his face.
"Isn't this what you expected?" Ling Liang asked.
"Francis can no longer keep up with this era. The stage that belongs to him has ceased to exist after the end of Clone Wars." Zemo said sarcastically, "The Imperial Chancellor he has always dreamed of will never be able to touch it in this life."
Ling Liang fell silent, and after a long time, she asked again, "What are your true thoughts about this plan?"
"Do you really think I chose to support Grand Duke just to cater to his wishes? General Ling." Zemo adjusted his glasses and his expression suddenly became serious.
Ling Liang looked at him and frowned.
"Indeed, even if I can't be said to be a layman in terms of military affairs, after all, I am far inferior to you." Zemo said, "But I have my own way of judgment... Do you know what is the most critical part of this combat plan?"
"Assault on Coruscant and defeat First System Army." Ling Liang said.
"No... that's not important." Zemo shook his head, "What's important is how to kill Palpatine."
Ling Liang said in surprise, "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 he is the one who needs to worry." Zemo said, "Grand Duke rarely makes such a decision in this regard. He is always very cautious about fighting enemies of Palpatine's level. But now that he has made this determination, it means that he has full confidence in it, or in other words, he has to do this."
He glanced at Ling Liang and then said, "Since Grand Duke, as the ruler, has made such a determination, what else can we subordinates do besides risking our lives to accompany him?"
The communication was closed and the scene in front of him disappeared.
Ling Liang stood here for a long time without responding. Then she came to her desk, opened the terminal, opened a file in it, and wrote the title - "Ling Liang Report".