527. Respond with fear
22BBY, May 25, the third day after Count Dooku announced that Confederacy of Independent Systems was independent from Galactic Republic, news of the fall of Bespin Planet reached Galactic Republic Capital Coruscant.
This was also the first planet captured by Separatists after the war broke out, and what was very bad was that it was a neutral planet.
The so-called neutral planets at this time are actually still within the administrative scope of Galactic Republic, but some planets refuse to participate in the war. They will neither help Galactic Republic nor Confederacy of Independent Systems, and declare neutrality unilaterally.
In fact, I just want to be a wallflower.
Just like Bespin Planet, they just want to do business, not fight.
But it is clear that war will not give them this opportunity.
Governor of Bespin Planet Miela Figo and military Commander Santamaria abandoned everything they could, and only led the remaining fleet to escape to the Dolla (Dolla) planet, and sent a request for help message to Coruscant.
Chancellor of the Galactic Senate Sheev-Palpatine was looking at the request for help message in the office, and then looking at a small star map projection in the corner of the desk. His eyes fell on Endor system, which was located in an inconspicuous corner.
"Dawn Star Planet... hehehehe..." A distorted voice came out from his originally kind and kind expression, and then he let out a terrifying low laugh.
After a while, he returned to his normal appearance as a speaker, turned on the communicator and said, "Help me invite Master Shakti to come over. There are important matters that need to be discussed."
Then, he changed the channel, and a man in his 40s appeared in the holographic projection, with a thin and sinister face, his hairline had receded to the top of his forehead, but his eyes were as sharp as an eagle.
"Well, my friend, Wilhuff-Governor Tarkin, you must have heard about the fall of Bespin. This is really a scary change." Sheev-Palpatine said.
"His Excellency the Chancellor." Wilhuff-Tarkin bowed slightly and said, "I am indeed paying attention to the battle situation over Bespin, but I am also powerless. The Sothis sector where I am is being attacked by Separatists's attack, Agomar system (Agomar) is under siege. I can't lose Agomar system, which will give Separatists the chance to cut off Corellian Trade Route. But I do have some opinions about Bespin Planet."
"I think that's why I came to you, my friend. In the military, you will always be the person I trust most." Palpatine said with a smile.
"As I have always adhered to the military theory, war is not as simple as pulling the trigger and shooting. The fighting and killing on the battlefield are only the final appearance of war, and the essence of war is often hidden deep in the depths. And what I want to say is the human heart." Governor Tarkin said.
"I'm all ears." Palpatine heard the door knock and saw Master Shake-Ti had walked in. He smiled at Shake-Ti and motioned for her to come and sit down and listen together.
"Separatist Movement is very rampant. Now we are in an anxious situation at Geonosis. Master Yoda and 200,000 Clone Trooper are trapped there. Later, Separatists also At this time, Galactic Republic launches attacks in 17 directions, and their hearts... are afraid. They are afraid of Separatists, and then afraid of war," Tarkin said.
"But we just decided to accept this war." Palpatine said.
"So if this continues, fear will overwhelm everything. Under fear, the people will oppose the war. At this time, they will not oppose Separatists who brought them fear, but will oppose... us." Governor Tarkin said slowly with a cold expression, "And the failure of Bespin Planet will intensify this."
"So, what do you think?" Palpatine said.
"Fear should be our weapon! It should be the shackles we impose on the hearts of our enemies, and should not become our shackles! And this beginning is Bespin Planet." Tarkin said.
"Why Bespin?" Master Shake Ti asked at the side.
"Because they are a neutral planet, and they are a neutral planet that was attacked by Separatists." Tarkin said proudly, "When Galactic Republic was in danger, they abandoned Galactic Republic and declared neutrality. But in fact Yes, neutrality at this time is the same as betrayal! This is a very bad behavior, and this behavior must not be allowed to spread. But in fact, with the continuous victory of Separatists, there are now more than 6,000 galaxies in the galaxy declaring neutrality. Is this normal?"
"Of course not!" Palpatine had already got the answer he wanted, with a ferocious smile on his face.
"So, we must respond strongly at Bespin Planet! Not only against Separatists, but also against those so-called 'neutrals' who want to be the losers!" Governor Tarkin's words were unequivocal.
Palpatine turned to Shake-Ti with a warm smile, "What do you think? Master Shake-Ti."
Although Shakti felt that there was something wrong with Tarkin's words, now that Galactic Republic had fallen into full passivity just after the war began, she had to admit that at least the response plan proposed by Tarkin was reasonable. Now Master Yoda and Master Windu are not here. Depa-Master Barris leads the fleet to Geonosis to rescue. Jedi Order is the only one here to take charge of the overall situation temporarily. She really can't give more suggestions and plans.
"I agree to launch a counterattack in the direction of Bespin Planet, if we have the ability to do it." Shake Ti said.
"As long as we want to, we can do it." Palpatine said, "Kuat Drive Yards has corrected their previous mistakes, and 60 of the latest warships-Hunter Class Battlecruiser are ready to go."
"But we don't have enough soldiers." Shakti frowned.
"Hehehehe..." Palpatine stood up, "With such a big Galactic Republic, there is naturally no shortage of passionate men who are willing to fight bravely for the unity of the country. But in this matter, I also hope that Jedi Order can guide the advancement of this army."
Shake Ti thought for a while and said, "Jedi Master Glynn Beti, Jedi Master Aiden Ward and their apprentices can participate in this expedition."
Palpatine slightly leaned towards Shakti and said, "I can feel Jedi Order's determination. Here, on behalf of Galactic Republic's trillions of people, thank you."
Shakti did not doubt his presence, stood up, bowed and turned to leave.