366. A battlefield without gunpowder smoke
When the panicked Rim Faction Senators calmed down and began to think about countermeasures, Francis-Underwood said, "So, we also saw it, Phineas- Former Speaker Valorum actually made many mistakes with the support of Senator Palpatine! Senator Palpatine is not a suitable person to lead Galactic Republic!"
"So, you think this candidate is you? Senator Francis." Palpatine said with a cold smile.
At other times, he could have fought back in a hundred ways, but not now. Last night, he just experienced a life-and-death battle with his master, Das-Pregas, and was seriously injured. His current condition is very bad.
It wouldn't matter if they were just giving speeches and campaigning according to the expected plan, but if it was Francis-Underwood... In the past year or so of communication, Palpatine naturally knew a lot about this politician who seemed very reserved, but at heart he was an unscrupulous madman.
Even he has to be careful if he wants to fight with such a person in the political arena.
What's more, now, Francis-Underwood actually has a lot of dirty information about him! He immediately thought of the mysterious other Sith Lord! So, does Francis know that Sith Lord, or is he just a sharp knife that this person pushed out to stab him?
At this time, Francis immediately began to retreat in order to advance, "My purpose is only for the future of Galactic Republic. If my following declaration can remove your slander against me, then I will solemnly swear that I will never run for Galactic Republic Senate's position of Chancellor."
"This doesn't mean anything! Because you Dawn Star Planet also have many unclear connections with Fourth Group. At least the fact that you are Fourth Group's customer planet can be confirmed. So where do you have the position to accuse election for Chancellor of the Republic! Don't forget that Naboo is being attacked by Trade Federation now.'s occupation! And Corporate Alliance also committed the same barbaric act on Senator Tim's home planet, Malastare! You big companies are all in the same boat!" Sheev-Palpatine said loudly, pointing at Francis.
"Republic Senate should be a fair and outspoken place, but Senator Palpatine, your speech clearly wants to exclude former members of Galactic Republic from the Galactic Republic parliament! Is your approach correct? Is this what many Galactic Republic members think? If so, then I will declare this again Bu, I, Dawn Star Planet Councilmembers Francis-Underwood, support Naboo Senator, Sheev-Palpatine serves as the speaker of Galactic Senate!" Francis's words are very powerful, and this turn is also jaw-dropping.
Francis smiled modestly and nodded slightly to Ainlee-Senator Tim.
Tim is also an old politician. He immediately understood the situation and said loudly, "I announce that I give up this election and support Senator Palpatine as the speaker!"
Sheev-Palpatine's already pale face looked even more ugly. At this time, the assistant behind him handed him a document. He looked at it, raised the document high, and said loudly, "It seems that we Senator Tim is still self-aware! You also know that your corruption cannot escape the eyes of Republic oversight department! Galactic Republic, you must not allow a person with a history of corruption to become the speaker!"
However, the effect of this document did not meet expectations. After all, Senator Tim has already announced that he has given up the campaign, and there is not much point in holding on to it. After all, every one of the thousands of congressmen here can't escape corruption.
Sheev-Palpatine gave another speech, then sat down again and asked his assistant fiercely, "What happened? Why is this evidence only sent now?"
"When the people from Supreme Court went to the bank to retrieve the secret accounts of Ainlee-Tim, they were blocked by the bank. They were just messing around and delayed for half an hour before handing over the account information." The assistant also looked angry.
"It's you again... Master, the ghost you left behind!" If Sith Lord is really behind everything, then the only possibility is that he is another apprentice of Pregas! If this is the case, it would make sense that he has influence in the InterGalactic Banking Clan, as well as those black materials that were originally unknown!
Sheev-Palpatine looked over there with extremely cold eyes. Sensing his gaze, Francis-Underwood smiled very politely and bowed in greeting.
There is no doubt that this time he was severely beaten by Francis! Francis is indeed a master in politics, and he is very skilled at using retreat to advance. He knows that the trend of his election cannot be reversed, so now he jumps out to accuse himself in order to weaken his administrative foundation after being elected as Speaker!
Once his administrative foundation is weakened, his control over the political situation will continue to decline, and only then will he be given an opportunity to take advantage of it!
Kill him? Palpatine began to seriously consider this option. But when he saw Senator Tim and other Rim Faction Senator chatting happily, he immediately rejected it.
Obviously, for a politician of Francis's level, being assassinated is definitely one of the key considerations in the plan. Unless he takes action personally, there is no absolute certainty.
And if something unexpected happens and Francis seizes the opportunity to make a big fuss, his position as Speaker may really be unstable!
No! He must die! It just depends on the method!
Sheev-Palpatine had already collected their emotions and expressions, and bowed to Francis with a smile.
At the end of the voting, Francis-Underwood voted in favor of Palpatine as expected, but other Rim Faction Senator led by Tim abstained one after another.
The final result was no surprise. Naboo Senator Sheev-Palpatine won the election with 69% of the votes. Starting today, he will serve as the new speaker of Galactic Republic!
After walking out of the venue, Sheev-Palpatine deliberately waited at the door. He put his hands in front of his lower abdomen and nodded politely and humbly to each member of Congress who walked out of the venue.
When Mr. and Mrs. Francis came out, Palpatine walked forward very diligently, held Francis's hand with both hands, and said with a kind smile, "Your Excellency Francis, I am really humbled by your support for me today. I know that your opinions are also urging me to do better! I will make up for the mistakes I have made in the past with redoubled work."
"Haha, what's wrong, His Excellency the Chancellor, I just say whatever I want from my heart. Don't worry, I will always support you." Francis also replied with a polite smile.
"After today's speech, I found that you are the best candidate to serve as Galactic Republic Vice Chancellor. I hope to propose this motion tomorrow." Palpatine suddenly changed the topic and said.
"Mas-Lord Amedda have done a very good job, there is no reason to replace them. And I am still relatively young, so I will definitely not be able to serve as deputy position of Chancellor. Thank you for your support, His Excellency the Chancellor."
"If that's the case, I think I know your plan, Senator Francis." Palpatine's smile suddenly became a little unpredictable.
Francis was slightly startled and said slowly, "Oh? I thought you knew it just now."
"Hahahaha!! That's of course, Senator Francis! The days to come will be long, and we will have a lot of time to cooperate!" Palpatine clapped his hands and laughed, but there was no trace of smile in his eyes, "Then let us communicate more."
"As you wish, His Excellency the Chancellor." Francis kept a decent smile, bowed, and turned to leave.
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[Easter egg stamp attached: Francis-Underwood, mouthpiece of Fourth Civilization.]