Chapter 106: Peak Mouth Cannon
"Although Kempareira is a nasty enemy, it must be admitted that his analysis is correct."
"Two years ago, at the time of the trade conference, both the 'Iron Prime Minister' and President Rock Smith mentioned that the next era would be 'violent upheaval'. In such an era, it is not enough to have the will, but also to have the power to support the will. β
"It's a pity that Crossbell's power is too weak compared to the Empire. This weakness is not only reflected in the military, but also in the demographic, economic, and even cultural aspects. β
"This is also the key to the Empire's annexation of Crossbell, and they intend to use this huge advantage to slowly assimilate Crossbell and eventually make Crossbell a part of the Empire."
"Maybe you'll want to ask, why not stop it when you know it?"
"The answer is simple, you can't stop it. Because the advantage is all-round, even blocking becomes impossible, otherwise the former mayor of Dita would not use such an extreme method. Although to this day, I still think that what he did was wrong, his actions also reflect the strength of the empire and the helplessness of Crossbell. β
"Therefore, the best outcome for Crossbell is to return to the pre-independence state, where the two powers govern together, contain each other, and achieve limited autonomy."
"However, Calvard is now lagging behind the Empire. If it continues for a long time, there may really be the situation that the 'Taoist Master' said. β
"Daohua Master has a few words that are very thorough. Compared with such a major event as the independence of the autonomous region, the people are more concerned about their own lives. With the hard-won stability of life, who would want to return to turmoil? Freedom and independence cannot be eaten. β
"Honestly, sometimes I think, is this really good? He was constantly hunted down by the empire and lived an unstable life. If it's just me, what about Kia? She was just a child, and she was supposed to be in Sunday school at her age with other children and learning knowledge. β
"And Little Drop, because she had to be separated from her dad because of the path we chose."
"Lloyd, Kia doesn't feel hard."
A girl's voice came faintly from the earpiece, as if she was talking to Lloyd.
"I know, but there are some things that have to be made clear to Yuna."
"If we've thought of this, why would we do it? In fact, the answer has never changed, showing Cross Bell's will. β
"What is Crossbell's will? Freely? Independent? Equal? That's true, but not all. β
"No one can deny that the Special Support Section was originally established to imitate the guerrilla model and compete with the guerrilla association. Even the concept is similar, putting the people first and listening to the people's voice. β
And that's the real Cross Bell's will. The people want independence, so we will continue to fight and seek the path to independence. β
"For example, if it is really like what the 'Taoist Master' saidββ?" Yuna finally couldn't help but speak.
"I don't want to be like that, but there's no way to get there." Lloyd, who was on the other side, sighed deeply, "We are not the incarnation of Crossbell, and we cannot represent the will of everyone. But as long as there are people who are still opposing the empire and longing for independence, we will not give up. β
"Even in the end, the Empire has really completed the assimilation of Crossbell. We also need to remind the Empire in our own way that there are still people watching you, and there are people who will not give in to you. If you can't guarantee Crossbell's prosperity and security, we, the Secret Service Support Section, will step up. β
"It may be a bit arrogant to say that, but I wish we could be a fuse for Crossbell. Remind the populace of Crossbell all the time, remind the Empire, remind everyone. β
"This is Crossbell, not a place where you can do whatever you want, because we're here, we're still here!"
"That's what I think of as Cross Bell's will. I don't know if that's what you'd like to hear, but I want to tell you what I think. β
"At the same time, I hope you can find the path you want to take. It's true that you're our junior, but I don't have the right to ask you to think the same way as we do, and to follow the same path. I hope you can find the answer through your own thinking, what is the path you really want to take? What is the will of Crossbell in your heart? β
"You don't have to tell me the answer now, but at least don't continue to be decadent. If you don't see it with your own eyes and experience it for yourself, you'll never find the answer. β
"That's how I, Ellie, Theo, Randy, and the others came here. We've all been confused, we've felt powerless like you, and we've even thought about giving up, but we've all stood up and relied on the encouragement and support of our peers and friends to make ourselves stronger. β
"I've heard that you also have a great group of companions, instructors who care about you and love you. Even if they are all from the Empire, their intentions for you are not false. So, don't reject them and hurt them because of momentary frustration, nah? β
"Yes!" Yuna nodded vigorously, "I'll apologize to them, and I'll see it with my own eyes." Now that my predecessors have been locked down by the 'birdcage', I must show Crossbell's will in my own way - I can't let the Empire do everything! β
"Then I'm relievedβwhat? Someone came over, with Ellie? I see, I'll go right over, so let's stop there, Yuna, come on. β
"So are the seniors."
With that, Yuna held the communicator firmly in the palm of her hand and took a moment before lifting the quilt, handing it back to Randy, and sitting up from the bed.
"Are you alright?" Randy asked with a smile.
Yuna scratched her hair embarrassedly: "I'm still a little worried, but I won't be like that again." In short, it worries Randy-senpai. β
Randy also reverted to his usual hippie smile: "I'm actually fine, but my mouth is stupid, and I don't know how to talk like that guy, otherwise I would have come over last night - finally confirmed, Xiaoyou, are you ready?" β
"Ready."
"Come in!" Randy stopped lowering his voice and played the channel.
The door opened, and there were not only Kurt and Altina standing outside, but also students from other classes, such as Asher, Miaojie, Jessica, Luyijie, and so on.
"I'm sorry to worry you, I'm really sorry." Yuna got out of bed and bowed deeply.
"It's really, it's awkward to be so old."
"Hehe, you don't understand the girl's mind, Yashu-san."
"Is that so?"
"Anyway, it's good to be okay. I just received contact from Instructor Shu Huaze, and the enemy's position has been determined. I hope that we will prepare the new equipment and provide air support at any time. β
"So what are you waiting for?" Yuna clenched her fists and ran out.
"Wait, at least get dressed first." Kurt covered his face, although the lining of the military school is relatively conservative and there is nothing that should not be exposed, but it is still a little inappropriate to just go out like this.
"Also, play the messages from Instructor Lane and Major Claire."
Altina said, pulling out her Arcus and switching to the public.
"Yuna, I'm sorry, I can't do my duty as an instructor when you're depressed, so I'm going to be able to convey my words to you in this wayβ"