Darkstone Code

Chapter 1475: Chapter 1473: Surviving in the Cracks

People have an innate fear of darkness; once they enter the dark, it’s hard not to associate it with negative emotions.

Even a relaxed mood can start to feel a bit tense, and everyone experiences this.

At nine o’clock in the evening, the Grand President sat in his study without the lights on, feeling somewhat cold, unsure if it was because of the temperature or because of the recent phone call.

The person on the other end of the line unhesitatingly informed him that the person across from him was a diplomat from Peng Jieao.

The purpose of this call was to remind the Grand President that this impeachment is no small matter, as the people behind the Autonomous Party are Federals, and the Federals want the Autonomous Party to replace the Helping People Party.

Naturally, they will also find someone to replace the Grand President.

At the end of this conversation, the Grand President’s scalp tingled slightly; the political ecological environment of Lemar has always been simple and clean.

Primarily because there are few people, holding power offers no real benefits.

Apart from having a title like President or ruling party, the Grand President and the ruling party instead have to help accelerate the country’s economic construction—it’s hard work.

Without benefits, there is no conspiracy; no one will hold a belly full of ill thoughts just to serve the people.

If there truly is someone with a belly full of ill thoughts, they wouldn’t reach this position.

Thus, Lemar’s political ecological environment has been clean, until this moment!

The Grand President had never thought in this direction, but now he realized—those Peng Jieao people who excel in internal conflicts as much as external ones had awakened him.

Previously in Lemar, whoever became the ruling party or the Grand President had to shoulder many responsibilities.

Responsibilities were many, benefits were few, and power was just so-so.

But now it’s different; the Federals and Peng Jieao have entered the scene, and benefits start exuding an intoxicating fragrance.

Once the Autonomous Party becomes the ruling party, they will lean entirely toward the Federals, dragging Lemar into war. Regardless of what happens to the people of Lemar, at least these rulers will gain substantial benefits.

It could be financial; the Federals lack money.

It might be political; they can jump to a larger stage.

Or maybe...

As long as there are benefits, people will contend, and there will be those with bellies full of ill thoughts!

The Grand President sitting in the chair felt cold; he wrapped his clothes tighter and lit a cigarette.

Until this call came, he had never proactively imagined human nature to be so ugly, until now!

What’s more frightful is the call from the Peng Jieao diplomat.

The caller, after a brief self-introduction, voluntarily spoke about helping the Grand President resist the Federals’ "invasion."

He was even candid, stating that Peng Jieao did not wish to build military bases in Lemar or persuade Lemar to join their side in facing the war.

Their aim was merely to prevent the Federals from succeeding; as long as the Federals do not prevail, everything remains fine!

To show sincerity, he provided the Grand President with another piece of information—

"Through some special means, we’ve learned that Paradise Island might not be a resort but a fortification!"

Until now, the Grand President’s head buzzed; how suddenly... it’s as if Lemar has already leaned toward the Federals?

After hanging up, he immediately looked at the map and called the person on duty at the office building, asking them to check some information provided by Lynch.

In the data, all the islands designated for resort development are located southeast of the Lemar Islands.

And this direction is precisely towards the Peng Jieao Empire!

In this instant, the Grand President felt his brain inadequate; amidst the competition of great nations, he realized what he lacked and what Lemar Republic was missing.

He smoked, his body trembling slightly, fearful of everything!

The next morning, he sat quietly in the office; around 10:05 a.m., someone knocked on the door.

"Come in!"

A gentleman appeared to be very "particular" entered.

The word "particular" was appropriate because he was extremely meticulous.

His hair had copious hair gel applied, meticulously combed, each track left by the comb’s teeth seemingly measured with a ruler.

Width, angle, completely consistent.

His attire, decorations, including his mustache and eyebrows, were perfectly symmetrical; nothing was amiss.

In certain matters, this gentleman has nearly insane pursuits!

"Hello, Mr. President, we spoke on the phone last night."

Upon entering, the visitor stood by the door, not immediately advancing.

The President rose, inviting him to sit by the couch.

In front of him was the newly arrived diplomat from Peng Jieao.

He was granted greater power by Emperor Peng Jieao!

The Grand President sized up the other party briefly before shaking hands with him.

"Honestly, I never imagined a day like this would come!"

He was referring to discussing matters related to the Federation with people from Peng Jieao in his own office.

He also realized that without leveraging the power of Peng Jieao’s people at this moment, he might always remain at a disadvantage, and the Federation people might actually succeed.

But before cooperating with Peng Jieao’s people, the Grand President still had some doubts.

For instance...

"If you are not seeking interests in Lemar, then why are you helping me?"

The Grand President’s expression was very stern, as if he had matured overnight after experiencing a lot.

The word "interest" began to appear in his dialogue. He saw the other party was about to answer and preemptively stopped him.

"Don’t rush to answer me; through my reflection over this period, I realize that Lemar in front of you might only be akin to a casino chip."

"You all want more because it’s beneficial to you, so give me a real answer that can convince me, as it concerns whether we can cooperate."

The diplomat from Peng Jieao maintained a very gentlemanly smile; he was handsome and graceful.

Diplomatic work differs from other jobs; you must ensure that others, upon first seeing you, at least do not develop an aversion to you.

If a person appears ugly, frightening, or evokes negative resistance emotions, many might not even give him the chance to speak.

Hence, in this era, diplomats are often handsome and graceful; only then, even if people are firmly set on their ideas internally, will they give diplomats the opportunity to sit down and talk.

"Mr. President, for us, as long as Lemar doesn’t lean towards the Bail Federal, that’s the greatest profit and benefit."

"From here to the southeast is Peng Jieao’s coastline, though there is indeed some distance."

"If the Federation people launch an attack on our homeland from here, they would manage to reserve certain capabilities, whether in transportation, support, or other aspects."

"But if they attack from Sedolas, their warships need to travel farther to reach our coastline, leaving them with little reserve power and options!"

"That would amount to initiating a suicidal attack; if they cannot receive supplies during the war, they will be completely devastated in our offshore areas!"

"So for us, as long as Lemar doesn’t become a military base or forward post for the Federation people, they won’t recklessly launch an attack on our homeland."

"I wonder if my answer meets your satisfaction?"

The Grand President roughly understood. In simple terms, if Bail Federal gathers troops from Sedolas’ port to attack Peng Jieao’s homeland, then the fuel and other supplies they carry would not suffice for them to retreat when failing.

Those warships would end up idling on the sea due to lack of fuel, not even getting a chance to replenish, as it is too far.

But if they gather and attack from Lemar, the journey is shorter, and upon failing, they can retreat, needing only some warships to meet them, allowing for strategic depth.

For Federation people, failing once means they can attempt a second, third, fourth attack!

Until the war concludes.

But if they can only launch attacks from Sedolas, they must consider severe consequences, thus Peng Jieao people could ensure homeland security.

War.

Very distant.

But at this moment, the Grand President felt that war was right beside him.

Seeing the Grand President deeply contemplating, Peng Jieao’s diplomat continued to add, "If we can cooperate, we can bring more orders to Lemar, enough to stabilize your current situation."

"Secondly, in terms of international public opinion, we will first attack Bail Federal’s interference in other countries’ internal affairs."

He wore a slight arrogant disdain on his face, "The people of Bail Federal are exceedingly hypocritical, like thieves who never admit their intentions!"

"They will vigorously deny these claims because they hope to stand at a moral high ground, which offers you a way to resolve the current situation."

"You can seize the opportunity to propose that Lemar Republic Government buy Lynch’s preliminary investment and send him back to the Federation!"

This solution is actually quite crude, yet quite persuasive, since it was presented by Peng Jieao’s diplomat.

Great nations, strong countries, regardless of actions always exude majesty and convincing power!

At this moment, the Grand President was somewhat swayed, "Are you certain you won’t interfere with our choices?"

Peng Jieao’s diplomat knew this matter was basically settled; he smiled even more charmingly, "Of course, I swear by my grandmother!"

If the Grand President knew that this diplomat’s grandmother had been dead for many years, he might not trust him so easily.

But at this moment, he had no room for choice.

The shadows of impeachment and the Federation gave him immense pressure!

He clenched his fists, his body was somewhat tense, but finally, he relaxed.

"So what do we do first?"

He asked.

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