1210. Resorting to force
The execution was finally over. The high platform in front of the Unity Temple was soaked in blood. No one tried to rescue the executed people.
The rebels had been frightened out of their wits, and naturally they did not dare to come over and confront the robot army guarding the high platform at this time. Even if they were confident of dealing with these robots, who knew where the Thor mecha that easily wiped out hundreds of their elite warriors a few days ago was?
Yes, Thor Mecha, they all know the name now.
Because in the past few days, the news channels on the planet Onderon have been overwhelmingly promoting this ultimate war weapon. In their propaganda, the Thor mecha can fight battleships and infantry, and destroying a fighter formation is just like playing.
Who knows how much bragging is in it? But the rebels did not dare to test it themselves.
After executing these prisoners, General Kalani announced another thing - the former regent Sanji Rush wanted to assassinate the former king Ramses Dundup, and there was a fierce exchange of fire with the guards. In the chaos, he shot himself in the back of the head and died. In order to maintain the normal operation of the planet, General Kalani immediately established a military government and declared the planet Onderon to be in a state of war readiness.
The people had not had time to think about how Sanji Rush, as the nominal supreme leader of the planet, personally assassinated Ramses Dundup, who had long been a prisoner, and how he shot himself in the back of the head. , General Kalani once again announced another blockbuster news——
The previous king, Ramses-Dundup, was acquitted.
On the one hand, it was obvious that he murdered the regent Sanji Rush, established a military government, and entered a state of war readiness. It was obvious that he was going to engage in white terror. But on the other hand, he also removed the former king Ramses, who was deeply loved by the people. -Dundup was acquitted?
This decision made everyone who watched the live broadcast on TV feel at a loss. They couldn't even tell whether these things were done by Dundup as a counterattack to regain the dominance of the planet.
Also feeling at a loss was the commander-in-chief of the planet’s armed forces, General Akhenate Tandin.
He stood behind, with Ramses Dundup who still hadn't left.
Dundup is an old man in his 60s, with gray beard and hair and a kind face. Although he is a little haggard, his eyes are still sharp.
General Tanding looked at Dundup, sighed and said: "I can no longer understand what these robots want to do... With all due respect, Your Majesty, the former king, they killed Sanji Rush, but they killed you. I really don’t understand what “release” means. If they wanted you to return to the throne of king, then why did they launch this coup?”
Ramses Dundup shook his head and said: "They really want to let me return to the position of king, but the prerequisite is that I must go and beg them. Otherwise, this robot general will always keep Under Planet Long remains under martial law."
"But... why?" General Tandin asked, "If you can get the support of Count Dooku and return to the throne of king with good name, everyone on the planet, including me, is willing to support it. But in that case , why did they bother in the first place?”
Dundup patted General Tanding on the shoulder and said: "Because the situation has changed. When Sanji Rush was an officer under me, I could see that this man was too ambitious but not very capable. Ang He can't control the planet Delon. Count Dooku is not stupid either. Keeping this useless useless person is not good for his rule. And... the fleet of the Galactic Republic is coming soon."
"Galactic Republic? Will they send a fleet? This is an invasion!" General Tandin was shocked.
Dundup said: "Actually, when I was imprisoned, the rebels had contacted me and asked me to stand up and support their actions, but I refused. Both sides of this war, the Confederacy of Independent Systems and the Galactic Republic, are equally corrupt. The same has no future. My original intention is not to join any party, just like the planet Mandalore, joining the Neutrals Alliance and not participating in this war... But
, they didn’t give me a chance to choose. "
He continued, "The emergence of the rebels is also a harm to our planet. What do our people need? They need to stay away from the war, need a job that earns money, and then make money to support their families. But the rebels bring our people Yes, but it is still a war. They have no other effect except making the planet more chaotic and even causing civil war."
"I originally thought that the people would really side with the resistance." General Tandin said with a frown.
"That's because behind the resistance is the Galactic Republic. If you really want the people to choose, then the result will probably disappoint you - don't forget, most of the people on this planet are in the Fourth Group and Tyran Heavy Industry Work under the property." Dundup glanced at him.
General Tandine sighed, "So the king of this planet must be you, Your Majesty Dundup."
"Don't call me your majesty, I will not be this king." Dundup said resolutely: "As far as I know, letting me go is the plan of Tang Xiao, the governor of Dawn Planet. His wishful thinking is very clear. He wants me to unite the people of Onderon and then fight to the death with the Galactic Republic, and I will never let him get his wish."
"So what should we do now? What should we do on the planet Onderon?" General Tandin asked.
"I hope the Galactic Republic and the Confederation of Independent Systems will decide the winner as soon as possible. This is the only thing we can pray for." After Dundup finished speaking, he patted Tandin on the shoulder again, then walked out of the side door and left the Temple of Unity. .
…
The judgments of Tang Xiao, Dundup, General Kalani and others were not wrong. The Galactic Republic finally chose to resort to force on the issue of the planet Onderon.
After Anakin Skywalker and Ahsoka Tano returned to Coruscant and reported what happened on the planet Onderon to the Galactic Senate and the Supreme Strategic Command, the haggard Chancellor, Sheev Palpa Ting personally received them.
"Your Excellency Speaker, you look very unhappy." Anakin Skywalker expressed concern.
"Ahem... I asked Mas Ameda to postpone the meeting yesterday, but those contents cannot be pushed back any further." Palpatine coughed a few times and his face became even paler, " Tell me more about the planet Onderon."
"Onderon's affairs are far less important than your health, Mr. Speaker," Anakin said.
"I can still hold on, Anakin. The congressman from the planet Biss found some expensive medicines for me, and now my condition is improving. But I told the congressmen from the planet Biss that the price of these medicines is based on my salary. Calculate, I can't afford it." Palpatine steeled himself and made a little joke.
Then he said solemnly: "On the planet Onderon, there is not only the production line of the latest Separatist warship-the Behemoth-class battlecruiser, but also the production line of Mina Bonteri who has been working on both sides of our war to advocate peace. The home planet of the Senator. I also watched the execution that happened yesterday. The death of Senator Mina probably means that some terrible changes are taking place within the separatism... Therefore, the significance of the planet Onderon is very important. "
Palpatine spoke earnestly. He looked like a politician who cared about the country and the people and persevered even though he was ill. You could tell from that. Just a few days ago, he was following Da Da on the planet Korriban. S-Mathail launched a shocking battle.
Anakin was moved by his appearance, walked over and helped Palpatine to sit on the sofa, and then reported the incident on the planet Onderon to Palpatine.
After listening to his report, Palpatine patted the back of Anakin's hand and said earnestly: "I know you have doubts about your choice, Anakin, but in my opinion, on the planet Onderon, You did nothing wrong in this matter. Separatism is deeply rooted there, and it cannot be reversed by a small group of people carrying out terrorist attacks... I have reservations about Master Yoda's arrangement. "
"This is Master Windu's plan," Anakin said.
"Oh, it's him... That's not surprising." Palpatine smiled, "In short, the matter on the planet Onderon must come to an end. These days, 501
The Legion has also been reorganized in Coruscant and is ready to go to war. I hope you will still go. "
"What to do?" Anakin frowned. He had already guessed this outcome, but he still asked.
"Go...capture the planet Onderon." Palpatine's tone suddenly became colder, and he slowly said these words.
"But Mr. Speaker, we have just made a promise to the people of the planet Onderon that they will make their own decisions about their own planet. But at this time, we are sending troops first. This may be a bit..." Anakin-Tian The traveler frowned.
"After the incident with the Thor Mecha, the situation on the planet Onderon has become irreversible, and we must let them return to the embrace of the Republic, so sending troops directly is the only option." Palpatine He said calmly, "You have been in charge of matters on the planet Onderon before, so you are the best candidate. Go tell them how powerful the Galactic Republic is."
His words had a certain meaning, and seemed to be excusing Anakin, but in another sense, they were implying that because of his decision, the situation on the planet Onderon was irreversible, so he was responsible for sending troops to invade this planet. He can only be the one to bear the consequences.
Anakin was not keen enough to hear the meaning behind the words of these old political foxes, but he could also read from Palpatine's words that he wanted to wipe his own butt. He was still a little hesitant.
"You have to remember, Anakin. No matter what happens, I will always be on your side. The door to the Speaker's office will always be open for you," Palpatine said.
After hearing Palpatine's assurance that it was timely help, Anakin Skywalker finally made up his mind and nodded heavily, "I understand! I will personally bring an end to the incident on the planet Onderon!"
For no reason, he thought of the Thor mecha pilot he had never met before, and the fear and hesitation he read in the pilot's thoughts that day.
"Before that, you should have one day off. How about taking a good rest?" Palpatine saw that Anakin was a little distracted and said very thoughtfully.
Anakin thought for a while and said, "I really need to relax. I want to go to the planet Naboo...but..."
"Don't worry, I will tell Master Windu that you are still on the front line. I know your mother is there. This is human nature. Master Windu and others will not allow it, but how can I stop it? This is our A little secret between us, right? Well...cough cough cough cough cough!" Palpatine smiled, but seemed to be involved in the disease again, and coughed violently again.
Anakin said gratefully: "Thank you, Mr. Speaker. You also need to ensure your own health."
"You go ahead, don't waste time. I've also made an appointment with the doctor." Palpatine waved his hand in a shooing motion, which was clearly a joke between old friends.
After Anakin walked away, Sheev Palpatine straightened up, his original weak look gone. He said lightly to himself: "The Chosen One, this is my future...hehehehe... ...And what step can you see? Angel of death."
…
On the planet Naboo, in a beautiful manor far away from the city.
Anakin Skywalker arrived here on a dusty hoverbike. He jumped off without caring that the hoverbike stopped, and a plume of smoke ran directly into the manor.
But when he came to the house, his footsteps slowed down, for fear of disturbing the people inside.
Through the window, he saw that when he was picking up rags on the planet Tatooine, the ceremonial robot C-3PO, which was assembled from the scrap parts, was pushing a wheelchair and taking the people on it to bask in the sun.
And the robot Rock-Johnson, who looks like a bald man, is also accompanying, or in other words, guarding.
Because this mission on the planet Onderon was very secretive, Anakin left Johnson on the planet Naboo to accompany the man in the wheelchair——
His mother, Shmi-Skywalker!
Anakin opened the door and walked over, greeted C-3PO and Rock Johnson, and then asked eagerly: "How is my mother doing now?"
"Little... little Annie... don't go... to the west to pick up trash... the... scavengers over there... are unreasonable..." Shmi-Skywalker, who was sitting in a wheelchair, murmured.
The voice was extremely hoarse and leaky, and it was difficult to distinguish the original voice.
Anakin Skywalker's face was filled with sadness, and he looked at his mother. All I could see was that Shmi Skywalker's skin was gray and dull, and there were many dark red spots. These were corpse spots!
This is clearly the appearance of a person who has been dead for a long time!
