973. Tauren (Part 2)
"A spy of Galactic Republic?" Padmé laughed angrily at the scoundrel's statement. She retorted, "Don't you represent Trade Federation every day and advocate that you are on the side of Galactic Republic? Why have you become a spy of Galactic Republic now? I am the representative of Chommell Sector, Naboo Senator! Anywhere I appear in the territory of Galactic Republic has a legal basis!"
"No! This is a private residence! If you break in rashly, you have violated my personal privacy and property security!" Lott-Dude was not a light-hearted man, and he angrily shouted.
"So unfortunately, I discovered that you were conspiring with Separatists in your private residence! Just wait until tomorrow to explain it in person at the parliament!" Padmé pointed at Thunbark-Tula and said.
Tuunbach-Tula was a little panicked, and she quickly explained, "Member Lott-Dude and I are just personal friends, personal friends..."
Rush-Clovis came over and stood in front of Padmé, and said to Lott-Dude: "That's enough! Lott-Dude! Congressman Padmé is a distinguished guest that I personally invited! Do you still have any questions about this?"
Lot-Dude was immediately frightened, lowered his head and said, "I don't dare... I don't dare..."
Seeing his resigned look, Rush-Clovis felt that he blushed hard in front of Padmé, and his mood became a little better. He turned around and said to her softly, "I am indeed here. Discuss some investment matters with Trade Federation. For example, the luxurious palace under our feet was mortgaged to me by Senator Lott-Dude. But I swear, this investment has nothing to do with Separatists."
Padmé- knew it in his heart, but he just walked over and took the initiative to hold Clovis's arm, saying, "I am just very interested in the investment you claim can make us live a stable and prosperous life... Please don't mind, Clovis."
Clovis was elated, "Don't worry, leave this matter to me. But until everything settles, please allow me to keep this little secret. Then, the little secret will eventually become a big surprise."
With that said, he walked towards the banquet hall with Padmé.
The left behind Lot Dude and Tuun Baq Tula looked at each other, their expressions were a little ugly.
"This guy Clovis is so difficult to deal with! He doesn't even listen to Chairman Thorn Hill's instructions! If the funds are delayed by him, the construction of Endless-class Super Carrier will be greatly delayed, and our precious funds and production capacity will continue to be wasted on junk battleships like Generous-class and Defiant-class!" Lott Dude said viciously.
"Perhaps it's because we want to use the loan that was originally given to Galactic Republic, so Clovis is a little afraid, right?" Thunbach-Tula said.
"What can he not dare to do? He just wants to get a piece of this thing!" Lott-Dude said.
"Endless-class Super Carrier This project cannot allow anyone else to come and interfere rashly." Thunbach-Tula's face became increasingly ugly.
"But now InterGalactic Banking Clan's cash flow has basically bottomed out. If we want to start the project in the near future, we must find a way to transfer the loan scheduled to Galactic Republic to us, and then let Galactic Republic continues to wait... This requires the cooperation of Clovis." Lott-Dude's expression became more fierce, "Clovis has always been flawless, but this time, I seem to have discovered something else..."
"What?"
"Padmé-Senator Amidala!" Lott Dude touched his chin and said, "Clovis seems to care about her very much... How about we poison her cup during the dinner later? Then we can use the antidote to blackmail Clovis."
Unexpectedly, Thunbach-Tula, who had always been timid, actually refused categorically. She shook her head and said, "No! Absolutely not! We can't do anything to Padmé under any circumstances. This is what an untouchable adult has repeatedly warned. He means that as long as Padmé is involved, there will most likely be problems with this matter."
"The problem is that this time Padmé broke in by himself!"
"Strengthen security measures, don't let anyone enter the palace, and don't let anyone get close to our database! The construction plan of Endless-class Super Carrier must not be leaked!" Thunback-Tula said.
However, what they didn't know was that while they were still talking, there were a few more people in the palace.
Padmé-Amidala accompanied Clovis to the banquet hall. On the way, she excused herself as uncomfortable and insecure, so she let in all the followers on her spaceship - including, of course, Anakin-Skywalker, who was disguised as a pilot.
While Rush-Clovis was communicating with other distinguished guests at the banquet, Padmé quietly found Anakin-Skywalker and told the news she heard.
"What? Endless-class Super Carrier's construction plan? Damn it! I knew InterGalactic Banking Clan was procrastinating on the recent loan because of some conspiracy!" Anakin said in a hateful voice.
"I don't know the specific situation, but judging from the investment plan of this dock, this kind of warship is no small matter. Once Separatists completes this construction plan, we will have more soldiers sacrificed on the battlefield." Padmé said worriedly, "And, maybe you too..."
She thought for a while and said, "Listen, you hide next to me, and then I will take you to the conference room and find a way to get the data."
Anakin was about to say something, but suddenly the Force sensed something and quickly took a step back, lowered his head to cover his face, acting like a servant.
At the same time, the voices of Rush-Clovis came from behind, "Padmé, so you are here! I think... hmm? Isn't this the pilot? What is he here for?"
Clovis stared at Anakin and asked.
Padmé reacted very quickly and quickly grabbed a small bag from Anakin's hand, "Ah, I haven't been feeling well since I came to this planet. I asked the pilot to get me some medicine. Okay, you can go."
Anakin didn't dare to speak, bowed to Padmé, then turned and left.
Rush-Clovis came over and directly hugged Padmé's soft and slender waist, "Let's go, Padmé, let me introduce to you some of the distinguished guests at this dinner."
Anakin- on the side saw this scene, his eyes almost burst out with fire. He wished he could rush over and chop Clovis into eight pieces.
But necessary etiquette is still required.
Padmé still could only accompany Clovis to meet those so-called VIPs, most of whom were Core Worlds's top figures who were either rich or noble. She wanted to push Clovis's hands away all the way, but Clovis seemed to be determined, holding her waist the whole time and refusing to let go at all.
This scene was also witnessed by Anakin, and the anger in his heart could not be increased.
Finally, Padmé found an opportunity and told Clovis that he felt uncomfortable in his chest and wanted to walk around. Clovis took a lot of advantage along the way, and also successfully brought Padmé to show his face in front of those Core Worlds dignitaries, which publicized the relationship between the two, so he was in a good mood and let Padmé go.