223, 33BBY
Another year has passed in the galaxy in chaos. During this year, turmoil broke out in many places in the galaxy, making the already precarious Galactic Republic even more shaky.
The dispute between Malastare and Corporate Alliance later broke out Battle of Malastare Canyon;
The conflict between Hutt Jabba and Gaddula broke out on Tatooine, and a direct confrontation broke out between them;
Rodian planet famine occurred, Jabiim planet broke out Brain Plague;
Naboo King Als-Veruna was involved in a series of scandals and finally announced his abdication;
Black Sun was suddenly attacked by the InterGalactic Banking Clan, Fourth Group, and Corporate Alliance, and conflicts broke out on hundreds of planets almost simultaneously;
A mysterious planet Sojourn was suddenly blown up for unknown reasons;
Among Cerea, the conflict between the conservatives and Technology Movement intensified, and finally a civil war broke out...
In addition, many things happened, such as Harkonnen suddenly invaded Homeworld of Caladanian, and both sides immediately entered a state of all-out war; Indjori tried to seek greater political and military status, etc...
Including Galactic Republic Capital Coruscant is no longer in peace. The status of Speaker Phineas-Valorum is in jeopardy. After a series of stupid operations, he completely lost the support of Judicial Fleet and became a toothless tiger. And Vice Chancellor Batan, who has supported him for more than ten years, is being impeached.
On the contrary, Rim Faction Senator, dominated by Outer Rim planets, who seeks for Outer Rim planets to have more rights and interests, is becoming more and more powerful. They have made a loud voice among Galactic Senate. They were the first to instigate the impeachment of Vice Chancellor Batan.
At the same time, Naboo Senator Sheev-Palpatine, who has extraordinary prestige in the parliament, is steadily increasing his influence.
As the old year (34BBY) gradually passes and the new year is ushered in, many suffering people in the galaxy are making wishes and praying that chaos can be rectified in the new year, hoping that their lives will become better and the galaxy will return to peace.
But this is destined to be just a wishful thinking...
The conflicts that broke out before were just some manifestations of the continuous intensification of conflicts, but they were far from reaching the point where they actually exploded.
As time enters 33BBY, the main contradiction among Galactic Republic has been reflected in the contradictions between Inner Rim, Core Worlds and Outer Rim planets, as well as the contradiction between the Galactic Republic government and corporate giants!
Trade Federation, Corporate Alliance, InterGalactic Banking Clan, Merchant Guilds, Technological Alliance, these are the leading Trustss in the galaxy [Note 1] is becoming more and more powerful. Not only do they extend their tentacles into all aspects of the economy and people's livelihood, but they also have many supporters among Galactic Senate. Their transactions for power and money are almost unscrupulous.
It is precisely because of them that Galactic Republic has almost lost the influence of Outer Rim planets, which makes Rim Faction Senator increasingly dissatisfied with the current situation of Galactic Republic. In other words, this has truly affected the unification of Galactic Republic!
But in fact, almost no one can see clearly that the tyranny of the corporate giants, the chaos of Outer Rim planets, and all these things, are controlled by people behind the scenes!
Just like, when you see a table tennis ball, you will understand that it is spherical, but when you look down at your feet, you cannot tell that you are also standing on a ball.
When a conspiracy is big enough, no one will think it is a conspiracy!
Chancellor of the Galactic Senate Phineas-Valorum would never know that Outer Rim planets was instigating riots and secretly supporting corporate giants to make them stronger and constantly challenge The troubles caused Jedi Order to become more and more involved in these conflicts, and at the same time, he boasted in the parliament that he was loyal to Galactic Republic, and pushed him to speed up the process of the tax bill on Outer Rim planets...
They are all the work of the same person, or two people!
One person plans, one person executes...
And they are Galactic Republic's biggest enemies, Sith!
The person who planned all of this was Darth-Pregas, and the one who executed all of this was Darth-Sidious.
In front of the public, one of them is Hego-Damask II, a hugely influential financial giant, and the other is Sheev-Palpatine, a highly respected member of the parliament.
As the old year has finally passed, Galactic Republic, under their toy, is heading towards the end step by step.
Galactic Republic Capital, Coruscant, 33BBY.
In the office of Galactic Senate Building, Speaker Phineas-Valorum, Speaker Phineas-Valorum, Vice Chancellor Batan, Naboo Senator Sheev-Palpatine are sitting together discussing in low voices.
"I hope this time Commerce Summit can allow us to reach a certain consensus with Trade Federation and Corporate Alliance. Senator Palpatine, what do you think?" Phineas-Valorum asked.
Palpatine always has that warm smile on his face, "It's great to be able to start a dialogue. I conveyed my intention to the governor of Trade Federation through some connections, and I think they are willing to participate. However, if we want to advance the Outer Rim Territories taxation bill, we need to expand the scope of the meeting."
"Tell me your opinion."
"Corporate Alliance is determined to participate. In addition, we can invite giants such as InterGalactic Banking Clan and Merchant Guilds, and some smaller organizations can also be invited to participate. I think Galactic Republic still has enough deterrence for these organizations." Palpatine said.
Phyllis-Valorum said, "Very good, let's do as you wish. The planet and venue for the summit must be arranged as soon as possible. It has been your hard work recently."
"No, this is what I should do." Palpatine said with a smile, "In addition, this matter also needs to rely on the energy of Vice Chancellor Batan. After all, my foundation in Galactic Republic is still shallow, and I need a respected elder like Vice Chancellor to hold the line."
Valorum nodded and said to Bota, "I hope so too, Bota. We have been working together for more than ten years, and you have been under too much pressure recently. Put down the things in your hands first, and talk to Senator Palpatine Let's go to these planets to relax. We have already discussed all aspects of this summit. With this successful experience, I believe you will be able to retire smoothly until the end of your term."
Vice Chancellor Batan smiled bitterly and said, "I will try my best."
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[Note 1: It should be noted that these giants are not separate enterprises, but the organizational form of trusts. That is, a joint monopoly organization composed of a large number of companies with similar industries and products]
Thanks to samwyc for the reward of 5000 Qidian Coin!!