Planet Heinessen
Galaxy Year 800 New Empire Year 2, 1st September
This is the day when the Free Alliance and the allied forces...
have agreed to hold a combined ceremony to rest the dead.
Participants include members of demobilized forces and families.
The upper levels of the government were mostly not present.
Was Truniht there?
No.
Will you been attending it then?
I am not going.
This atmosphere this time round, is not the same as Yang's.
How about sending some condolences?
That is not necessary.
It is not any official matter.
It is only a voluntary gathering.
If we show no sincerity, we'll arouse irritation.
But if we can attend in Truniht's name,
matters will be different.
Sir!
I was just joking.
I will not make such silly mistakes and create unhappiness.
Right, where will it be held?
At Guen Kim Hoa Square.
Guen Kim Hoa Square?
Guen Kim Hoa is a member of the Free Planets, Alliance.
I heard he is a good friend of Ale Heinessen, founder of the Free
Planets Alliance. He was also the successor to Heinessen.
How many participants were there?
I heard there were about 200, 000 people.
200, 000?
There is something fishy about this figure.
Bergengran,
for safety's sake, send 100, 000, no, 200, 000 guards...
in full uniform to the surroundings of the Square.
Do not agitate them.
Yes, but...
Sir,
that isn't a place which is strongly against the Empire.
It should be a peace gathering.
We need not go to such extents.
I know.
Better safe than sorry.
At this point in time, even Reuentahl, who executed the orders,
thought that his worries were unfounded.
Besides, this gathering itself was in fact a peace gathering.
Guen Kim Hoa Square.
If we follow the plans of Elzheimer,
there should be no problems.
But, some people do not wish for the gathering to end successfully.
The enmity of the crowds
can be sensed by the Empire troops even.
Therefore they have gathered at a place.
Long live Commander Yang!
Long live Democracy!
Freedom, forever!
Long live Commander Yang! Long live Democracy! Freedom, forever!
Silence! Silence!
The meeting will be dispersed if you do not obey instructions.
Silence!
Long live Commander Yang! Long live Democracy! Freedom, forever!
Get out! You dog of the Empire troops!
Invader! Get back to your hometown!
Hurry, restore order!
Get back! Get back!
Use the tear bombs! The batons will do too!
No guns though! Guns are not allowed!
You hear me?
The rioters attempted to snatch the soldiers' guns,
and this placed the soldiers in grave dangers.
Therefore, the soldiers open fire.
This is an orthodox defense.
The above was the formal report of the Empire army personnel.
From the look of the whole matter, while a part of it seems factual.
there were other facts which were concealed.
When attacked by the rioters,
the soldiers were overwhelmed by fear.
Therefore they fired at the armless crowd.
The rioters were suppressed after about an hour.
About 4, 840 commoners and...
1 18 soldiers died.
Casualties amounted to more than 50, 000 people.
A large portion of the remaining rioters were arrested.
What a tragedy. I have such a good subordinate,
who actually fired at the defenseless public.
One with no guts and chivalry,
will not be able to do it.
I'm sorry. I was wrong.
I do not mean to reproach you.
But, who is the one inciting
the public, thus bringing about this result?
Sir, you mean to say...
this riot was not a coincidence?
I do not think Elzheimer's arrangement would be flawed.
Although the irritation of the public, towards the Empire can be
felt, but to have evolve into a riot so quickly,
there must be an inciter behind the scenes.
It is indeed the Alliance...
It is too early too pass judgment.
Maybe the reasons for this matter did
not stem from hatred against the Empire.
What do you mean?
It may be against the new Military Minister.
Their aim was to make me topple.
Isn't there such a possibility?
It can't be. Who will benefit from it?
Sir, don't tell me...
I am not without enemies.
But, assuming this riot was instigated, it will not be
successful in a place without dissatisfaction and anger.
No matter how we try to rule with grace,
we are just a bunch of invaders in their eyes.
There is no way to be rid of the criticism of hypocrisy.
No matter what, how should this matter be resolved...
Sir, there is someone among those arrested...
Marshal Sitolet?
Marshal Sitolet,
were the casualties and tragedies of this
gathering a result of your hosting?
I am but a simple participant.
But, if I was deemed guilty, as a result of attending this meeting,
I accept my fate.
It's good you know.
Let me ask you again.
Who is the instigator of this tragic riot?
You should know who is it right?
I do not know, and even if I do, I'll never tell you.
Then, from our point, we can't let you go.
If you release me,
I'll be the mastermind next time.
I'll start a riot against people like you.
Our utmost regret this time,
is not to have gained the upper hand.
I admire your guts.
But, as a representative of the Emperor,
I have to follow the laws set by His Majesty,
and maintain peace and order.
I have to put you under lock and key.
You should.
This is where your righteousness lies.
As for this matter, I will bear no personal grudges.
In the past, I pushed my responsibilities to others
while I watch as an onlooker.
Because of this,
I've cause the death of many who were
force to take on my responsibilities.
I've been greatly troubled by this.
From now on, I will not run away from my responsibilities.
Bergengran.
Can the death of one wake millions?
Is that possible?
It could be possible.
But, we have always avoided such matters.
You are right.
If they really rebelled, there would be
no other way to control them except with brute force.
to battle with the great enemies, is an honour of the soldiers.
If we were to suppress the public the same way, we would be
worse than dogs. It is simply embarrassing!
Come to think about it, the fact that Yang Wenli died in action,
could be a blessing in disguise.
Soldiers of the country of peace
are but chained dogs.
They can only live in indolence
and sink into failures, isn't it?
Bu I can't stand such invalidity in peace.
Master.
Rumours has it that Oberstein...
criticised me before. He said I was like a beast.
He said I was not one who can be caged, and sing the song of peace
in contentment. I'm not one who will take things as they come.
Master, pardon me for being frank.
You do not have to take to heart what others think of you.
The Emperor is a talented ruler, who is hard to come by.
All you need is to be loyal to the Emperor...
and serve him with all your heart.
Then those gossips will dissipate on their own, wouldn't they?
Perhaps.
Perhaps you're right.
If the Emperor is a talented ruler...
Reuentahl!
I broke out in cold sweat in front of the Emperor because of you.
The Emperor stopped me, and asked me a question earlier.
He asked me what is the hair color...
of Reuentahl's present girlfriend.
What did you say?
I told him I don't recall.
I think she has black hair.
I have already broken off with that gal.
I guessed as much.
In the end the Emperor said she should be a red-haired gal.
Before you and I went in to pay our respect to the Emperor,
you had a strand of red hair on your shoulders
and Emil saw it..
I think you should get a maid to clean your uniform.
Only then will you live up to the name of the noble Commander
Reuentahl. Am I right?
I do not hold such intentions.
I just happened to be born in a noble family.
Moreover, our family has already been criticized
because all our maids are useless.
Let's not digress. Was the Emperor furious about the matter?
No, he treated it as a joke.
The Emperor will not interfere in the private lives of his subjects.
He also respects the personality of his subordinates. The must of
a ruler. If you have the confidence to beat me,
you are welcomed to challenge me anytime.
I was just kidding.
When Kircheis died,
I thought I had nothing more to lose...
If we were to judge according to one's
intelligence and courage,
Oscar von Reuentahl is definitely the best choice.
The one who set this records was Meck-linger, known as Commander.
As compared to Reuentahl's intelligence and courage,
Yang Wenli sways more towards the side of intelligence,
and Mittermeier, to the side of courage.
Emperor Reinhard...
is perfect as a master of strategies.
But in terms of warfare, there is much room for improvement.
The reason for the failure of the Vermillion battle, was largely
due to Emperor Reinhard's lack of thoroughness in planning.
So, in which direction will the talents of Reuentahl grow in?
In this period of time, even Reuuntahl himself can't tell.
After 1 September,
riots broke out in every little place under the control
of the new territories.
Half of the riots were planned.
The other half was coincidental.
What does the Minister of People's Welfare have got to say to this?
He hopes to maintain ease of transport and communications.
As for the riots, he felt they were harmless.
He only hopes for the guarantee of the networks.
Elzheimer may be a admin. Official but he is one with much
courage. The army should accede to his request.
I'll leave you to deal with the details.
Yes, sir. But, sir...
We've received a letter directed to the Presidential House.
Please take a look.
The contents of this letter is about
the recent disastrous events. It's all been planned by
Job Truniht in hope of gaining his powers
back from us.
You mean...
Don't you think this letter is rather interesting, Council?
Matters of interest are usually a large gap from the truth.
It's a pity that both cannot occur simultaneously.
There would probably be one in truth
if we were to gather a hundred.
Especially for one who craves so much for power,
no evidence is needed.
The one you hate...
Those who attract contempt would be...
In other words,
in the democracy body which you worship,
Iies a big principle to realize the dreams of the people, right?
We address as people are merely kites which flies in the wind.
It's an existence with no strength but aspire to soar in the skies.
There is no need to mock the public.
Aren't they the ones who gave you
your present status?
You'll be termed an ingrate...
if you speak ill of them.
I think he mocks at them from the bottom of his heart.
Then, Sir, may I ask what you've in mind?
We'll do nothing, just this once.
But, I'd like you to know the existence of this letter.
Be off.
Are we going to let him off just like that? Is it right?
We can't pass judgment based on a secret correspondence, can we?
We can issue a warning
to let him know that someone will tell
on him if he gets too cocky.
It should have some effects.
That reminds me. With regards to guarding lserlohn,
how are the remnants of the army of Yang Wenli coping?
Yes, let's not talk about their strength, but
they remain in our organization only to rebel one day.
I feel, we cannot let them be.
But, casualties will be inevitable on our side as well if we go to
battle. By then,
maybe the situation would be to their advantage.
If they were to attack now, it would be futile. All we have to
do is watch them closely and keep the corridors sealed.
Don't repeat the mistake those few days ago when you let the people
move freely in and out of the corridors without permission.
Everyone should follow instructions
and prevent the leakage of information.
Isolate them and create fear in them.
There is a high chance that they'll...
crumble from inside. It doesn't matter
that Julian wants to follow in Yang's footsteps.
But being overly obsessed will cause...
him to backtrack, rather than improve.
This is my main worry.
I advise you not to worry too much.
Perhaps he'll be ruined by some bad woman.
No, Kaitlin is a good girl.
Is this the problem?
So there's progression in their relationship then?
It seems like they meet rather often.
So what they have is love?
I have such a useless disciple.
Hello, Lieutenant Mintz.
Hello.
Are you sorting out Commander Yang's notes again today?
Yes...
It's so grey.
My mood has just taken a turn for the worst.
Stop kidding me. You look happy to see me.
Actors are different.
Although Mdm Frederica did speak the truth.
Vice admiral, I know I'm a busybody for asking...
But, can you speak to her in that manner?
It took her great pain to start talking again.
Whatever views Kreuzer has of me...
is her own problem,
not mine.
As to what I think of her,
that is my own problem.
What do you think about her?
I've never hate beauty all of my life!
Much less, she's a lively beauty!
So Kaitlin is similar with her mother!
Hey, youth, what's your wishful thinking
Anyway, daughter left a deeper impression to us than her mom!
I'm sure that!
You're right here!
Now we're talking about that Truniht!
Yeah, what do you think about his apostasy?
In this case, he's not worthy to be commented!
There must be a catch somewhere for him to accept Reinhard's offer.
We should send a warning letter...
to Emperor Reinhard,
and to Marshal Reuentahl as well. With the words This fellow is
unreliable. Let's do him a favor first.
Such a small matter cannot be considered much of a favor.
Plus, we do not hold any evidence.
I do not think they'll believe us.
Whatever it is,
I'm sure Truniht is up to something.
I just hope that
Emperor Reinhard
will not be framed by that man again.
But, we are just some small fries in the
eyes of the Empire. Forget it. No matter what tricks that
wily Truniht has up his sleeves,
Marshal Oberstein, his opponent,
will have to carry the burden.
Frederica Greenhill Yang keeps herself busy in the office.
It was the same when her Father died.
She puts everything into her work and responsibility.
It was all an excuse to bury her sorrows and it is this spirit
which keeps her alive.
You look extremely tired. Please do not wear yourself out.
Thank you.
I keep my mind off things by being busy.
It'll be great if I knew how to drink at a moment like this.
Come to think of it,
If Jessica Edwards was still alive,
we may have been the best of friends.
I remember now.
She also got active in politics...
after the death of her fiance.
I think so.
What's wrong with you?
I'm alright.
I heard you gave some sort of warning...
to Officer Kreuzer?
It's nothing. I only told her
that Schenkopp, is not fated with modesty and cowardice.
So it's true.
You have a big influence on her.
Captain Kreuzer said she admires Mrs Yang very much.
She hopes that she can become like you.
My Goodness! It'll be terrible if she were to be like me!
I can't even cook!
For her own sake, she should be learning from Mrs Caselnes.
Alright, it's about time we made a move.
This day, Mrs Caselnes invited Julian...
and Frederica over for dinner.
When Julian found out that Kaitlin was invited as well,
he hopes that Schenkopp would be able to attend the dinner as well.
However, Mrs Schenkopp said it might make matters worse.
Julian,
Iet the bunch of noisy women play their own games.
Let us men have a good talk over a drink.
You men enjoy yourselves.
How can the host make such a haste exit?
That's because all the damsels of lserlohn have gathered here.
I'm dazzled by your beauties.
It's too much for me, I need to take a rest some place else.
Lines of such should be conveyed by Vice admiral Schenkopp
or Colonel Poplan.
It sounds odd coming from you.
It'll be nice to hear it from someone new.
Right, Julian?
To think they can enjoy themselves with such a boring game.
But to be frank,
Iaughter's are better than wails.
Julian feels the same way too.
No matter what, he can finally hear laughter's.
Although there is often the danger of returning to square one,
men have gradually forsaken memories of the cold Winter
and embrace Summer, which follows Spring.
Why did they kill Commander Yang, and not Emperor Reinhard?
Do you know the reason behind it?
In the ancient times,
the Romanians who used to rule our domains, did it the same way.
In the times of unrest, they selected a cult and it as the main
Religion, using it as a mean to distribute future cultures.
This is a story worth taking note of.
First we need to make Emperor Reinhard the ultimate ruler.
Then, we'll have to turn him into a tyrant.
Eventually, the people's grievances and anger will be
directed at him. By then,
the protest against tyrann...
would be the goal of the Earth Sect.
It will not be that detestable...
democratic spirit.
So Yang Wenli is an obstacle...
Right.
Also, when we wish to overtake the controls,
it would be consolidated. It is to our convenience.
But,
to change blondie into a tyrant is not an easy task.
The resistance of the subjects will...
raise doubts against the ruler. This in turn
will disturb the officials and bring about more resistance.
The history of the Empire is a vicious cycle.
All we need is to put this golden rule in the Lohengramm Dynasty.
So we'll need to make use of Marshal Reuentahl to start?
Reuentahl is a top official in the New Reich Empire.
Although he is young, but he is a renowned warrior.
If he rebels,
I doubt Emperor Reinhard is able to maintain composure.
He will start to guess which of his...
Ioyal subject will be next to rebel.
We just need to exploit the situation then.
It's true that Oscar von Reuentahl is a renowned warrior.
But will his troops listen to him
and rebel against Emperor Reinhard?
Do not worry. I have it all mapped out.
Yang Wenli is already dead,
so will Reuentahl,
and that blond brat who called himself the Emperor.
Let them all die,
to fertile and realise our dreams of justice.
Rumbling
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Reuentahl has written a letter to Reinhard,
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Emperor Reinhard, who place complete trust in Reuentahl, ignored
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