"Envoy Faisal, I want an explanation..."
In a reception room of Eternal Loyalty, Soshiyang, unarmed, sat on a huge and cold metal chair, with his hands on his back on both sides, and his right index finger occasionally tapped the cold and hard metal. Even the bright light could not dispel the clouds on his face.
And opposite him, Faisal stood a little nervously, like a minister who had made a mistake and was facing his strict king.
Soshiyan never treated the other party with this attitude because he always respected the other party's identity and position. Faisal did not do anything after experiencing the Minotao incident, at least he was quite happy to get along with the other party.
However, now he felt like he was being fooled, and Soshiyan was rarely angry. He had been trying to restrain his emotions, but this time he was really angry.
"Envoy Faisal, I remember that I informed you in advance of the incident of the Mantis Warriors, and explained the entire request very carefully and carefully. Then you said that Terra also agreed. Is this true?"
Facing Soshiyan's cold inquiry, Faisal pursed his lips. He was also very annoyed now because he did report this to Terra. The High Lord's Council also responded that yes, and now he suddenly went back on his word. Isn't this to embarrass him? Isn't this to harm him? Although he believes Soshiyan won't hurt him, it is possible to stuff him into a lifeboat and throw him out.
More importantly, as a member of the Empire's Foreign Affairs Department, he really didn't want to offend Soshyan, because through this expedition he had seen the ability of the commander of the battle and his reputation in the Astat Order. If this matter was promoted, Faisal would probably be labeled as "fooling the Empire's heroes."
He knew the bureaucratic system of the empire very well. At that time, no one would come out to explain and defend himself, and no one would be willing to take responsibility for others. Therefore, he would be collectively hostile to the Astartes and his future would be dim.
But it is difficult to explain this matter, because Terra's instructions were conveyed by the messenger or the astral speaker, and there was no "evidence" left at all, and nothing could prove that the High Lord's Council had promised this matter.
Considering that one of the characteristics of imperial bureaucracy is its capriciousness, Faisal, who is very familiar with the game within the high lord and the intrigue between imperial institutions, soon realized that there might be a lot of articles in this matter after initial surprise.
But how should I tell Soshiyang about this?
Seeing that Faisal did not answer, Soshiyan suddenly chuckled and shook his head.
"Envoy Faisal, I hope you can understand that it is not that I promised the fighting brothers of the Mantis Warriors' Chapter, but that the Imperial Council agreed to the Mantis Warriors. Now that I suddenly rebel, I will put aside my personal reputation. Do you want the high lords even a little face? Do you know what promises and vows mean to Astartes? If they are forced to a dead end and they are completely disappointed with the Empire, what do you think will happen? What do you think may happen?"
Speaking of the back, Soshiyang's tone was so stern that he almost scolded him. He poked his finger at the metal hand of the chair and asked in a low voice:
"Envoy Faisal! Where do you think the traitors of the Red Pirates come from! Ah! Tell me!"
Faisal took out his handkerchief and wiped the sweat from his forehead, then said:
"Captain Soshyan, I'm more angry than you now."
He knew very well that if he put aside his relationship at this time, he would only arouse the other party's deeper disgust. The more anxious he was to defend himself, the more he seemed to be in the wrong. This sounded a bit strange. After all, a person's instinctive reaction was to defend himself.
But Space Marines are different. Once they have preconceived views, it is difficult to change. This is why most Space Marines seem difficult to communicate with.
They are all stubborn, some even extremely stubborn.
Fortunately, Soshiyang is not, at least he is not stubborn, but his mentality is similar.
As a senior diplomat, Faisal clearly realized that he should stay calm at this time, analyze the problem, not be controlled by emotions, and try to understand the other party's situation and thoughts.
After putting away his handkerchief, he looked solemn and greeted Suoshiyang with fearless eyes.
"I see the performance of the Mantis Warriors in the expedition. I am also their sympathizer and are willing to help them clear their past responsibilities."
Soshi Yang frowned slightly, and he couldn't have any more attacks when the other party said this, so he leaned back and supported his chin with his fist.
"Then what's going on? I don't know how to face them now."
"Captain Soshiyang, please be calm. This matter... I'm afraid it's not that simple. I'm willing to swear with my soul. I did report to Terra and received a reply."
"I believe in your character, I just need to know what's going on? Terra sent us with a word, without any explanation! Now that I can talk to you here, it has proved that I am a person with a very good temper. If it were Astartes like Seth or Kosaro Khan, do you know what the situation would be like?"
"Yes, yes... I know you are a reasonable person. In fact, I personally guessed this matter. It may be that there were differences in the opinions within the High Lord. I also mentioned why the Mantis Warriors came... The Inquisition was the Inquisition Court, and I think most of the High Lords actually don't have much opinion on whether the Mantis Warriors have atonement. After all, it is a very far away from them and has no interest, so the only thing that may cause recurrence is the Inquisition."
Soshiyang narrowed his eyes.
"The High Lord's Council has a total of twelve people. Can the Inquisition alone shake the decision of the entire Council? The other eleven are vocal bugs?"
"It's not possible, but they can shake other people's ideas with various reasons, such as...for example..."
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"For example...for example, show the authority of the High Lord's Council, or make the Mantis Warriors resent you because of this."
Soshiyan was stunned at first, and suddenly raised his head and laughed. This made Fiesas shake his hands, and then asked carefully:
"Why is the commander of the battle...why is he laughing?"
"I laughed and managed the empire with such stupid and unwise people! Didn't they think of who the Mantis Warriors would really resent? Maybe they would have a grudge against me, but their real resentment would point to the empire! Is this worth it? Is it more valuable for them to create some trouble for me, Soshyan?"
"Captain of the Battle, don't be excited, actually..."
"I'm not excited... Sorry, Envoy Faisal, I just said something serious to you."
"It's okay, it's okay, I can understand..."
Soshiyang sighed softly, then straightened his waist.
"Is there any way to convince those short-sighted villains?"
"Um..."
If you want to tell me the solution, this makes Faisal difficult to deal with. After all, he is just a senior diplomat, and at most he just sends a report. More importantly, someone might take the opportunity to mess with him.
Any organization or department of the empire is full of internal struggles, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is no exception.
Seeing the other party's embarrassing expression, Soshiyang took a deep breath with his nose.
"If this is the case, then I won't go forward. Send a message to Terra. If the Mantis Warriors cannot go to Terra, then the Astral Knights will not go. Three days later I hang the laurels and flags they gave me on the Gate of Bliss, and then leave. Some words I shouldn't have said as an Astarte, but now I have to say that loyalty does not mean obedience."
"This...Soshiyang Battle Commander, you..."
Faisal's heart was terrified. If this was to be passed, it would be equivalent to publicly tearing his face. The High Lord's Council would not accept this humiliation. If it went to extremes, even if an armed conflict did not break out, the Knights of the Astral Realm were likely to become the next space wolf. This victory would turn into an awkward conflict.
No matter who slapped the slap on the face, Faisal himself might be in the blame.
Once a person is forced into a desperate situation, he usually has strange ideas.
As Faisal's thoughts circulated, an idea suddenly popped up and said:
"Captain Soshiyang, I have an idea, maybe..."
"Um?"
Chapter completed!