497. Political Genius
Regarding his assassination, Padmé-Amidala also had his own judgment, "This assassination must have been carried out by Count Dooku. Just like a month ago, he hoped to bring fear to us Republic Senate."
Master Windu on the side shook his head and said, "I think you have some misunderstanding about Count Dooku, Senator Amidala. Dooku was once a highly respected Jedi Knight. He may have devoted himself to politics, and may not have the same political views as us, but he will never kill innocent people indiscriminately."
Padmé frowned. She didn't expect that Master Windu would actually excuse Count Dooku. On this occasion, she didn't want to make Master Windu stand down in front of Master Yoda and Chancellor Palpatine, so she just replied lightly, "Let's see."
At this moment, in a building where Republic Senate Building can be seen from a distance, a bounty Hunter wearing a full-body armor made of Mandalorian iron is talking on the phone, and the figure of Count Dooku is projected in the holographic projection of the communicator.
"The assassination failed. The bomb I placed on the tarmac did not kill Padmé, but her double died." This person is none other than Jango-Fett, the most outstanding bounty Hunter in the galaxy.
"Don't let this matter drag on for too long. It's just a young woman. There's nothing difficult about it. Kill her as soon as possible so that we can sign an agreement with Trade Federation." Count Dooku said.
"I have arranged the backup plan. The bounty Hunter Zam-Wesell will take the next step. Padmé, I will not see the sun tomorrow." Jango-Fett replied.
"Go ahead, I will use some Coruscant connections to make things more confusing and create some opportunities for you." Count Dooku waved his hand and cut off the communication.
Soon, the news that Naboo members Padmé-Amidala were assassinated on the Galactic Republic Senate Building tarmac spread throughout Coruscant. Major media rushed to report it, and various versions of Padmé-Amidala's obituaries even appeared on the Internet.
For a time, the fear of war once again enveloped everyone's mind.
At the same time, the meeting inside Galactic Senate did not stop. After Palpatine announced that Senator Amidala had been assassinated and directly used the power of the speaker to postpone the vote until the next day, he hurriedly left for emergency consultations with Jedi Order.
But those congressmen who were already gearing up to show off their strengths and achieve their own political goals in this "Military Creation Act" did not stop. They were still quarreling in the congress.
Some demonstration teams pre-arranged by various factions have also arrived near Republic Senate Building. They held up their own slogans and cursed at other parade teams. However, with the support of a large number of military police, things did not get out of control.
Malastare's Senator's Aide Ask-Ake shouted loudly, because the death of Senator Amidala also illustrates the necessity of "Military Creation Act", otherwise such assassinations will happen again and again.
Under such circumstances, those opposition members could only remain silent because they themselves were afraid of being assassinated.
At this moment, Chancellor Palpatine returned to the venue again, and he once again became the focus of everyone's attention. He opened his hands and said loudly, "No matter how difficult it is, the purpose of our parliament is still to promote peace! I emphasize once again that the purpose of "Military Creation Act" is not for war, but for peace!"
Whether intentionally or unintentionally, he did not clarify to the MPs whether Senator Amidala was still alive.
At this time, the pro-military congressman, Senator Candabulin-Bu from Lansono, stood up and publicly accused Chancellor Palpatine, "His Excellency the Chancellor, you directly announced the postponement of the vote before, which has exceeded your authority! You must explain this!"
"I have already said that Republic Senate's purpose is fairness and justice, and in the face of security threats, postponing the vote is a normal procedure." Palpatine replied with a smile.
At this moment, a clear voice suddenly came from the entrance of Senate Chamber, "I support your point of view on this matter, Chancellor Palpatine."
Everyone immediately looked over and discovered that it was Padmé-Amidala who was rumored to have been assassinated! The whole Senate Chamber was suddenly silent.
Amidala rode the anti-gravity platform to the center of the venue. She first exchanged glances with her partner, Senator of Alderaan Bail-Organa, who maintained the same stance, and the latter nodded to the press officer on the side. The press officer understood and flew out a photography drone, aiming it at Amidala.
This means that Padmé-Amidala's next speech will be a public speech and will be sent to major media in the galaxy.
Palpatine had some bad premonitions, but because Padmé's behavior was reasonable and legal, he couldn't force the termination. Moreover, Padmé put a high hat on him as soon as he came in, which made him unable to get off the stage. At this time, there was no way to stop Padmé's behavior.
In front of many congressmen and the public camera lens, Amidala showed no stage fright and said loudly, "As you can see, I was not killed in the assassination! And this assassination also exposed the fear in the hearts of those who oppose my political stance! It is because of my existence that they can't wait to take extreme actions, and I am fearless..."
She talked to the camera and took full advantage of the impact of the assassination. She blamed Count Dooku, Separatists, and all the political opponents who wanted to let "Military Creation Act" pass, and pinned the label of this assassination on them.
This speech was unexpected by Sheev-Palpatine. He did not expect that Jedi Order was in his office just now because of the assassination incident. Unhappy, Padmé-Amidala, who finally insisted that the assassination was the work of Count Dooku, actually turned the blame for the assassination on her political opponent!
You must know that the political opponents of Padmé-Amidala include his own supporters like 'Loyalty Committee'. Padmé's statement has actually put Palpatine's own political power on the fire!
This once again casts a shadow over the already confirmed "Military Creation Act".
Padmé-Amidala was still talking to the camera, and at this time, although Chancellor Palpatine still had a smile on his face, he secretly clenched his fists and was extremely angry.
Padmé-Amidala is indeed an idealist with a sense of justice, but on the other side, she is still a very good political genius!
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