Since Greenpan used the excuse that the imperial army had no money, and showed his intention to shirk the blame, it means that Kemal probably meant the same.
Those high-ranking officials from the Kemal faction who are good at figuring out what is going on will definitely follow suit immediately and express views similar to those of Greenpan.
Once this situation is formed, Chamberlain's suggestion that the imperial army activates first-level combat readiness will fall into an embarrassing situation and become a joke.
Sumner did not want to see such a phenomenon occur, either out of factionalism or his own safety, so he jumped in to interrupt.
Greenpan was also an old fox, and he immediately recognized the perfunctoriness of Sumner's statement that the Ministry of Finance organized manpower to study the financial gap of the imperial army.
Various departments of the imperial government often use this excuse to deceive ordinary citizens. When they receive the problems reported by everyone, they do not say that they cannot be solved or that they will definitely be solved, but they say that we will study the solutions carefully.
As for whether the final results can be obtained? When will there be a final answer? What if it really can’t be solved? I ignored all the questions like this, and when I was urged to hurry, I came up with a rationale: "Does it always take time to solve the problem? Be careful and be impatient, otherwise trouble will occur! We are also out of concern for the safety of the lives of the subjects of the empire. Pay attention to it and be cautious, okay, go back and wait for the news!"
In this way, most of the problems are dragged on day by day, and finally there is no news like a stone sinking into the ocean. What’s even more outrageous is that many times, the person who asked the question is tortured to death, and there is no answer to the question.
The method of delay is a tried-and-tested magic weapon of various departments of the imperial government. From time to time, they will use it to save themselves or deceive all kinds of people.
Greenpan sneered and asked: "Really? Then I would like to ask Mr. Sumner, your Ministry of Finance..."
He wanted to say that the Ministry of Finance will give you a specific time to solve the financial difficulties of the imperial army, and don't fight here. Who doesn't know what's going on here, but he was suddenly interrupted by a majestic voice.
"Okay, Mr. Greenpan, let's stop arguing. I agree with Prime Minister Chamberlain's proposal. The imperial army has entered a state of first-level combat readiness!"
Everyone looked up and saw that it was Chief of Staff Kemal Kemal, the five-star general of the empire, who was sitting in the main seat. While he was talking, he looked at the time in his hands, as if he was anxious about the continuation of the Panhua parade.
Kemal's words were final and suppressed all the officials in his group who were preparing to make predictions.
But the officials of the Kemal faction did not understand why their boss agreed with Chamberlain's proposal. Everyone knows that if the Panhua parade develops into a riot and causes major damage to the empire, then Secretary of Defense Madison can be held accountable. If we take the opportunity to overthrow Madison, we can greatly weaken the power of Pat Donald's faction and strengthen the territory of their Kemal faction.
At that time, the imperial army will activate the first level of combat readiness and launch a suppression of the Panhua Nationality Parade!
Anyway, in the eyes of these people, even if the Panhua ethnic march develops into a riot, it will not harm their families. All of them are high-ranking officials in the empire, and their families are protected by dedicated personnel, so they don't have to worry about the riots of ordinary civilians being affected. On the contrary, if the Panhua ethnic group's parade turns into a riot, they can take the opportunity to participate in the suppression and obtain corresponding military merits!
The officials of the Pat Donald faction headed by Chamberlain had dumbfounded looks on their faces. They did not expect that Kemal would so easily agree to the imperial army's proposal to activate the first level of combat readiness, and they even thought of engaging in a verbal battle with the opponent. The power to overwhelm the opponent is completely useless now.
Chamberlain's eyes rolled around, guessing that this might be Kemal's strategy to ease the relationship with Pat Donald's group, and not wanting to confront each other in everything.
The current state of the empire is very delicate, and the serious economic crisis is only secondary. The most important thing is what is the future direction of the empire?
There have been rumors recently that Louis XIII's condition has worsened and he may pass away soon. However, the huge Qabas Empire has not yet established a crown prince. If His Majesty the Emperor dies suddenly, the empire will be in chaos.
In order to compete for the throne more than two thousand years ago, the eldest prince of the empire, Jason Louis, once took the lead in an open rebellion and went against the emperor Louis XIII.
If Louis XIII suddenly dies, and there is no clear legal successor to the crown prince in the empire, the remaining princes will break their heads and snatch the throne!
Many ordinary officials understand such a simple truth, not to mention the top bosses of the empire at the scene. They are all talented people. How could they not understand the truth?
However, Duke Pat and Earl Donald, the bosses of the Pat-Donald faction, went crazy and did not support the establishment of a crown prince. For this reason, after they retired, they launched the "Brilliant Sunset" incident and later publicly stated their lack of support. The empire established a reserve.
The strange behavior of the two top nobles and faction leaders in the empire is incomprehensible to everyone. When you were on stage, you were afraid that the imperial crown prince would take away your power. It is understandable to resist and oppose the establishment of a crown prince. But you have retired and are enjoying your old age. What does it mean to still oppose the establishment of a crown prince?
We can’t let the Kabasi Empire never have a crown prince. Emperor Louis XIII is getting old, and the countdown to his death has entered. Everyone thinks that it is unreasonable for Duke Pat and Earl Donald to oppose the establishment of a crown prince, including many Pat Donald's group.
It is not difficult to understand. During the thousands of years that Louis XIII was in power, the largest political faction in the empire was the Pat Donald faction. They even dared to compete with Emperor Louis XIII.
It is precisely because this faction has such terrifying strength that it has attracted many people to join. Those people seek asylum alive, or want to take the shortcut to the south, or succumb to the strong, etc. for various reasons.
But there is no doubt that the people who joined Pat Donald's faction were the ones who were most utilized during the reign of Louis XIII. They received the most dividends and were vested interests.
People from any country, any place, and any nation have one thing in common, that is, only those with vested interests will oppose change, hate uncertainty, and brutally suppress opposition forces.
If the Kabasi Empire does not establish a crown prince, it will definitely bring huge uncertainties in the future, and even cause earth-shattering changes. How can the vested interests of the Pat Donald faction like it, be willing, and dare not take risks.
However, Pat Donald was too strong. Even after they retired, they still firmly controlled the core power of Pat Donald's faction, and many of his subordinates were unable to resist.
For example, among the ten largest fleets of the empire, only the 8th fleet was snatched away. The commanders of the other nine largest fleets have always been the direct descendants of Pat and Donald, and no other officials can even think of getting involved.
Therefore, many people in Pat Donald's group are determined to change the status quo, but they also feel powerless and do not have a very clear estimate of the future.
Duke Pat and Count Donald never explained to them what they should do if the Emperor Louis XIII died.
But they all have a strong hope in their hearts that they can make the future a little more controllable, so that they will not be blinded and become unlucky when something suddenly comes.
Of course, they did not dare to openly defy Duke Pat and Earl Donald, but they still had a certain degree of freedom within their own capabilities.
For example, it is a wise choice to try to ease the relationship with the Kemal faction, the biggest rival, at least before the new emperor of the empire takes the throne. Making peace with the Kemal faction is a wise choice, which can greatly reduce the uncertainty of the future. Even if there were princes in the empire who went to war for the throne in the future, the two factions would unite together and account for most of the empire's strength. They would basically be invincible and their own interests would be protected.
After Chamberlain thought about all this clearly, he was ready to show his goodwill. He turned to Madison, who was a little confused and said: "Your Excellency the Duke and the Chief of Staff have expressed their stance. You, the Minister of Defense, should also clarify your attitude? You guys?" The two of you are the ones in charge of the imperial army, we are just playing a supporting role! Your Excellency, Duke, after the imperial army enters the first level of combat readiness, it can send troops to quell the rebellion at any time. This will also make it easier to quell the rumors against you!"
Fortunately, he was the Prime Minister of the Empire. Although he was called a yes-man, he spoke very well. He first called Madison by his title to express their closeness, and then humbly and politely said that Kemal and Madison were the protagonists today, and the rest of them They were all sedan bearers, which elevated the status of Kemal and Madison, and finally led the Panhua parade to the rebellion, so that in the future they could try their best to shirk responsibility, and at the same time threaten Madison softly and hardly. , don’t be dissatisfied. If things really get serious, those rumors will become facts.
Madison was always sober from a daze. He had just been surprised that Kemal had directly agreed to Chamberlain's proposal, and wondered whether the two men were colluding in private.
Others were worried about earth-shattering changes such as the rebellion of the princes in the future, but Madison didn't care at all. On the contrary, he even looked forward to that kind of thing happening, because only great turmoil is a great opportunity.
In order to break away from the Pat Donald faction, Madison had already ordered his son to quietly accumulate strength in order to meet unexpected needs. In the event of a fight among the princes, the Madison family could just take advantage of the situation and even replace Pat Donald's group.
Madison had just heard Chamberlain's boastful and slapping words towards her. Madison was displeased and cursed secretly: "You are a bitch and a yes-man, pretending to be a big-tailed wolf. If it weren't for Pat and Donald, two old supporters, You are nothing, a lowly bastard of civilian origin!" However, he still agreed to the proposal for the imperial army to enter the first level of combat readiness.
The current Madison family does not have the strength to fight against the Pat Donald and Kemal factions, and Madison is also afraid that if the Panhua parade makes a big fuss, he himself will be severely punished.
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