Counterfeit Hero

He would rather be driven from office than bow and scrape to sell out the country for personal glory. Despite the fact that by making a seemingly logical decision, cloaked in the righteous language of propaganda, he could continue his presidential term and obtain enough personal benefits and prestige. But he did not do so; he chose a path he walked firmly and will continue to walk firmly. That path is resistance until ultimate victory!

The voices of opposition politicians could not sway his will, and the misled populace could not alter his decision. Because Hamilton knew that compromise now meant failure in the future! With the keen insight of an excellent politician and loyalty to his nation, he pushed himself into the eye of the storm.

The blood and lives sacrificed by the Federation must be reciprocated. The Federation’s dignity and territorial integrity should deserve respect from any nation. The future of the Federation is not subjugation, not weakness, but independence and freedom! Everyone who invades or attempts to invade this country should and must know that the Leray Federation has never feared threats and wars. The Federation’s President is an outstanding politician, not a vile politician.

Nevertheless, Russell knew all this could only be maintained for one to two months! If the situation continued to deteriorate, and if Hamilton couldn’t produce convincing results, then this President, who had led the Leray Federation to victories in the wars of national defense, would be driven from office before the final victory. All the decisions he made before would become his mistakes.

Turning off the TV, Russell opened the interstellar map, and as the holographic map of Tanville appeared before him, he let out a long sigh. James had already revealed his initial moves, and Liebgoet had also acted. Now, the only cards in his hand were the Leray Federation’s maximum effort within one month and the Freedom Front led by Tian Xingjian.

Hope lies in the Freedom Front’s actions behind enemy lines, which could drive James to execute his Military Department cleansing plan and further descend into madness. Only if a powerful and representative opposition emerged within Gazalin, and only if the Gazalin army controlled by Liebgoet was disrupted, could he have a chance to turn the tide!

"Report to General, the 9th Division’s Reconnaissance Team has brought news that Gazalin’s transport fleet is gradually returning."

Russell’s thoughts were interrupted by Hamid’s report, making him frown. This transport fleet, which appeared out of nowhere, was three days later than the expected return time. On this battlefield where every second counts, what could have caused Liebgoet to waste three whole days of transport capacity?

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