Chapter 499 Political Genius
497. Political Genius
Padmé Amidala also had her own judgment about her own assassination, “This assassination must be caused by Du What Count Dooku did was the same as a month ago, he wanted to bring fear to our Republic Parliament."
Master Windu on the side shook his head and said: "I think you have some misunderstanding about Count Dooku. Senator Amidala. Dooku was once a highly respected Jedi Knight. He may have joined politics and may have different political views from us, but he will never kill innocent people indiscriminately."
Padmé frowned. Frowning, she didn't expect Master Windu to actually defend Count Dooku. On this occasion, she didn't want to make Master Windu stand down in front of Master Yoda and Chancellor Palpatine, so she just replied calmly. In one sentence, "Let's wait and see."
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At this moment, in a building where the Parliament Building can be seen from a distance, a bounty hunter wearing full-body armor made of Mandalorian steel is talking on the phone, in the holographic projection of the communicator Count Dooku's figure was projected impressively.
"The assassination failed. The bomb I placed on the tarmac did not kill Padmé, but her substitute." This man is Jango Fett, the best in the galaxy. bounty hunter.
"Don't let this matter drag on for too long. It's just a young woman. There's nothing difficult about it. Kill her as soon as possible so that we can sign an agreement with the Trade Federation." Count Dooku said.
"I have already arranged my back-up, and the bounty hunter Zam Wither will take the next step. Padmé, I won't see the sun tomorrow." Jango Fett answered.
"Go ahead, I will use some connections on Coruscant to make things more confusing and create some opportunities for you." Count Dooku waved his hand and cut off the communication.
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Soon, the news that Padmé Amidala, a member of the Naboo planet, was assassinated on the tarmac of the Galactic Republic Capitol Building spread throughout Coruscant. Major media outlets rushed to report it, and various versions of Padmé Amidala's obituary even appeared on the Internet.
For a time, the fear of war once again enveloped everyone's mind.
At the same time, the meetings in the Galactic Parliament did not stop. After Palpatine announced that Senator Amidala had been assassinated and directly used the power of the Chancellor to delay the vote until the next day, he hurriedly left to conduct emergency consultations with the Jedi Order.
However, those congressmen who were already gearing up to show off their strengths and achieve their own political goals on this "Military Creation Bill" did not stop. They were still quarreling in the parliament.
Some demonstration groups pre-arranged by various factions have also arrived near the Parliament Building. They held up their own slogans and cursed at other demonstration groups. However, with the support of a large number of military police, Things haven't gotten out of hand yet.
Asker-Aker, the parliamentary assistant of Malastar Planet, shouted loudly, because the death of Senator Amidala further illustrates the necessity of the "Military Creation Act", otherwise such an assassination would Will happen again and again.
Under such circumstances, those opposition members could only remain silent because they themselves were afraid of being assassinated. At this moment, Speaker Palpatine returned to the venue again, and he once again became the focus of everyone's attention. He opened his hands and said loudly: "No matter how difficult it is, the purpose of our parliament is still to promote peace! I emphasize once again that the purpose of the Military Creation Act is not for war, but for peace!"
Whether intentionally or unintentionally, he did not clarify to the members whether Representative Amidala was still alive.
At this time, the pro-military congressman, Senator Candablin-B from the planet Lansono, stood up and publicly criticized Speaker Palpatine, "Your Excellency, Speaker, you directly announced the postponement of the vote before. It has exceeded your authority! You must explain this!"
"I have already said that the purpose of the Republic Parliament is to be fair and just, and in the face of security threats, postponing the vote is a normal procedure. Palpatine replied with a smile.
At this moment, a clear voice suddenly came from the entrance of the parliament venue, "I support your point of view on this matter, Speaker Palpatine."
Everyone immediately looked over and discovered that it was Padmé Amidala, who was rumored to have been assassinated! The entire parliament hall fell silent.
Amidala rode the anti-gravity platform all the way to the center of the venue. She first exchanged glances with her partner who held the same position, Bail Organa, the councilor from the planet Alderaan, who nodded to the press officer on the side. The press officer understood and flew a photography drone, aiming it at Amidala.
This means that Padmé Amidala's next speech will be a public speech and will be sent to the major media in the galaxy.
Palpatine had some bad premonitions, but because Padme's behavior was reasonable and legal, he could not forcefully terminate it. Moreover, Padmé put a high hat on him as soon as he came in, which made him unable to get off the stage. At this time, there was no way to stop Padmé's behavior.
In front of many congressmen and the public camera lens, Amidala did not show any stage fright and said loudly: "As you can see, I did not die in the assassination! And this assassination, It also exposed the fear in the hearts of those who oppose my political stance! It is precisely because of my existence that they can’t wait to take extreme actions, but I am fearless..."
She faced The camera talks eloquently, taking full advantage of the impact of this assassination. She blames Count Dooku, blames separatism, and blames all the political opponents who want to pass the Military Creation Act, putting the label of this assassination on on their heads.
This speech was unexpected by Sheev Palpatine. He had no idea that just now he was in his office and was unhappy with the Jedi Order because of the assassination. In the end, he insisted that the assassination was caused by Count Dooku. Why did Padmé Amidala actually turn the blame for the assassination on her political opponents!
You must know that Padmé Amidala's political opponents include his own supporters, the 'Loyalty Council'. Padmé's statement has instead put Palpatine's own political The forces are being roasted on the fire!
This once again casts a shadow on the already finalized Military Creation Act.
Padmé Amidala was still talking to the camera, and at this time, although Chancellor Palpatine still had a smile on his face, he secretly clenched his fists and was already angry. To the extreme.
Padmé Amidala is indeed an idealist with a sense of justice, but on the other side, she is still a very good political genius!
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