#222 - Chapter 222: Yan Zhengping is reinstated
Originally, he hadn't paid much attention to this matter.
However, the Speaker's attitude regarding the Yangtze River patrol, and Yan Zhengping's sudden dismissal, made him naturally connect these events.
That's why he personally went to Kyoto, wanting to confirm things on the spot.
This bluff, as expected, revealed a problem.
Therefore, this lockdown of the Mossang Ark base, besides being a bargaining chip for negotiations, also had an important reason: to stir things up.
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Binjiang Underground Base.
After Yan Zhengping left, Dongfang Chen contacted Ling Zhenhai.
At that time, in order to allow Zhang Yuankui to return to Merlin and preside over the establishment of the Mercenary Guild, Dongfang Chen specifically ordered Ling Zhenhai to go to Kyoto, replacing Zhang Yuankui's plan to infiltrate Kyoto.
"Brother Ling, has anything special happened in Kyoto recently?" Dongfang Chen asked.
"Boss, the upper echelons of Kyoto have been very active recently. From the information gathered so far, it seems there is a vacancy in the high-level positions, and many people are racking their brains trying to get it," Ling Zhenhai said.
"It's normal for people to be tempted by the dismissal of Yan Zhengping, Commander of the Southwest Military Region," Dongfang Chen said.
"Yan Zhengping was dismissed?" Ling Zhenhai was very surprised.
"That's right, it happened yesterday," Dongfang Chen replied.
"No wonder," Ling Zhenhai said knowingly.
"I need you to investigate something," Dongfang Chen said.
"Tell me, Boss!"
"I will send a few helpers to assist you later, as well as some special equipment. The task will be sent to you privately via email, and you must complete it as quickly as possible," Dongfang Chen said.
"Don't worry, Boss, I guarantee to complete the task!" Ling Zhenhai said.
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Southwest Military Region Command.
"Brother Shentu, I thought you wouldn't call," Yan Zhengping was somewhat surprised to receive a call from Shentu Zhenghao.
He knew that Shentu Zhenghao was not the type of person to offer comforting words.
"Old Yan, I'm calling to tell you something…" Thereupon, Shentu Zhenghao explained his deduction.
"I already know about this," Yan Zhengping said.
"You know?" Shentu Zhenghao was incredulous.
"That's right. However, the situation is currently unclear, and I suggest we don't make any rash moves," Yan Zhengping suggested.
"That's what I think too. I have already locked down the entire Mossang Ark base, and we'll see what his next move is," Shentu Zhenghao said.
"I was originally going to contact you about this, but I couldn't think of a suitable reason. I didn't expect you to do it first. This is a wise move, as it can minimize the risk," Yan Zhengping said.
"There are still 20,000 soldiers from your Southwest Military Region in the Ark base. I hope you can issue an order to cooperate with my actions," Shentu Zhenghao said.
"Okay, I'll also notify the Northeast Military Region and the Southeast Military Region. These 60,000 people will be temporarily under your command," Yan Zhengping said.
"Then that's it."
After Shentu Zhenghao hung up the phone, Yan Zhengping contacted the Southeast Military Region and the Northeast Military Region, explaining the situation.
Subsequently, the three military regions each issued orders.
After obtaining authorization, Shentu Zhenghao transferred these 60,000 people out of the base and issued them firearms to implement a wider range of lockdown in the Mossang area.
Although he said that Red Coat Society spies had appeared in the Ark base, it was just a random excuse. In reality, he did not conduct a search of the base. All the soldiers and scientists were just temporarily resting. Everyone just felt a little strange, but no one expressed dissatisfaction, and their emotions were very calm.
Around 20:30 in the evening, the Speaker's phone call came again.
"Councilor Shentu, tell me your conditions."
"What conditions?" Shentu Zhenghao asked.
"The conditions for the base to resume operations."
"I don't know what you're talking about? The lockdown of the base is only for security considerations. I have no intention of coercing the parliament," Shentu Zhenghao certainly couldn't admit it.
"Yan Zhengping can be restored to all his positions." The other end of the phone didn't beat around the bush.
"The safety of the Ark base is paramount, and a complete investigation will take some time," Shentu Zhenghao said, but he had already revealed a hint of room for negotiation.
"The Yangtze River patrol issue can be put on the agenda for discussion." The other end of the phone retreated another step.
"I think if the other three military regions can cooperate, the speed of the investigation may be much faster," Shentu Zhenghao also took a step back.
"Then please do it as soon as possible! I plan to convene a council meeting the day after tomorrow, and I hope that you can finish the investigation before the meeting." After saying that, the other end hung up the phone.
Immediately afterward, the Military and Political Department received the order to reinstate Yan Zhengping.
Liu Feiying shook his head with a smile upon seeing this dramatic scene.
The matter of Yan Zhengping's dismissal ended in such a muddled way.
The commotion in Kyoto quickly subsided after the announcement of this notice.
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Morning of July 20, 2055 AD.
Kyoto Parliament Building.
With the joint efforts of the four military regions, the council meeting was finally successfully convened.
