Konev and Yeluqin stood facing each other, their gazes clashing like blades.
Konev tilted his head slightly, coldly staring at Yeluqin, a mocking smile curling his lips.
“Yeluqin, you think you're clever, but haven't you considered that those old fools in the manor are already preparing to divide your assets after your death?”
“The Western system you believe in is nothing but a joke.
“Just as electricity, water, and basic living resources are privatized, they will only offer exorbitant electricity bills during winter, to the coldest places.
“The oil fields and mines we, the Su Xiong Alliance, have worked hard to explore, they will only sign contracts for a penny to buy them.”
“Their freedom and democracy only apply to 0.01% of the population! Everyone else will become slaves to capital.”
“You are both stupid and evil!”
Konev's tone was firm, his accusations relentless.
“The Western political system you pursue will only hand over our resources to foreign capitalists. Do you want our people to become cheap labor?”
Yeluqin's brow furrowed, his anger igniting.
He stood ramrod straight, his fingers clenched into fists.
The situation had reached a point where Yeluqin also tore off the mask and spat out, “Ungrateful! You heartless dog!”
“We cultivated you all those years, helped you rise through the ranks.”
“Konev, you betrayed all of us. The true traitor is you!”
“Only by embracing freedom and democracy can the entire Su Xiong Alliance break free from this situation!”
Konev's gaze was cold, unfazed by Yeluqin’s current hypocritical speech.
To him, Yeluqin's words were like leaves fluttering in the wind, weightless.
“Freedom? You have no idea what kind of crisis the Su Xiong Alliance is heading towards.”
“How many more Su Xiong people will die because of this man-made disaster!
“You’re laughably shortsighted!” Yeluqin unconsciously stepped forward, his voice raised in anger, his lips trembling slightly.
“If we follow the path of freedom and democracy, it may be difficult for the first two years.”
“But your successful coup will only accelerate the alliance's decline, eventually leaving you with nothing.”
“Only the West can save us. Why are you disregarding the entire population and refusing something excellent! You are murdering all the Su Xiong people.”
“Save us?” Konev shook his head, a sneer playing on his lips. “Your blind worship of the West will only lead you to destruction.”
“I will no longer allow you to destroy the Su Xiong Alliance.”
As they stared at each other, Putin slowly walked forward and stood beside Konev.
He held a pistol in his hand, the dark muzzle gleaming with cold metal under the lights.
“Konev, what are you… what are you doing?”
Yeluqin's voice suddenly became low, a flicker of fear in his angry expression.
He realized that the murderous intent in Konev's eyes was genuine.
“What am I doing?”
Konev remained expressionless, yet his eyes shone with an unusual light.
“Don’t you know?”
As Konev spoke, his gaze emitted a chill.
“You dare!” Yeluqin’s voice was filled with anger, his gaze fixed on Putin, his heart twisted with despair.
He could never believe that the man he once trusted would stand behind Konev, aiming at him.
Putin didn't respond, his expression stoic, the gun in his hand mercilessly pointed at Yeluqin.
In that moment of destiny, Yeluqin still didn't think he was wrong. He suddenly yelled, trying to send a signal.
But Putin's gun was faster.
Bang!
Putin pulled the trigger. The gunshot was loud and clear, silencing Yeluqin's last struggle.
Bang bang bang! Click click!
Putin emptied the magazine, expressing his anger towards the perpetrator who harmed the Su Xiong Alliance.
After taking a full magazine, Yeluqin's body trembled slightly, his eyes instantly losing their light. He fell onto the dark red carpet.
Konev looked at the fallen Yeluqin. He knew.
From this moment on, he carried the weight of hundreds of millions of Su Xiong people on his shoulders, the rise and fall of the entire Su Xiong Alliance rested upon him!
…
In the White House of Huasheng City.
Old Bu Shi was sitting at his desk with a report, his brows furrowed, his face etched with anxiety.
Just then, the phone rang urgently, interrupting his thoughts.
He picked up the phone, his voice impatient. “What is it?”
A voice, filled with unusual tension, came from the other end of the line. It was Kote.
“President Bu Shi, we have a major matter to discuss. There’s been a coup in the Su Xiong Alliance!”
“A coup?”
Old Bu Shi's brows furrowed even tighter, his eyes filled with vigilance.
He knew the situation in the Su Xiong Alliance was unstable recently, but he didn't expect the dissolution faction to act so quickly.
“Did Yeluqin succeed?” he asked urgently, an unsettling ripple of unease in his heart.
“Report, President. It was Konev, the Minister of State Security. He’s the Minister of State Security.”
Kote hurriedly explained, his voice revealing information he had already prepared.
“He manipulated everything, seizing the opportunity to launch a coup, hoping to prevent the alliance's dissolution.”
“Konev?”
Old Bu Shi found the name unfamiliar. He shook his head and muttered to himself, his tone doubtful. “This guy wasn't on the list of important figures?”
Kote let out a soft sigh, as if realizing how subtle the situation was.
“Yes. He was underestimated. He has power, and he secretly amassed a lot of support. Even troops!
However, his goal is to stabilize the Su Xiong Alliance and prevent foreign infiltration.”
Old Bu Shi’s face darkened. He stood up and began pacing anxiously in front of his desk.
“If that’s the case, Konev’s rise to power will disrupt our plans.”
“His taking power could completely derail our plans over there.”
“Yes, that’s entirely possible.”
Kote seemed even more anxious. “Our previous efforts over there could be in vain. We need to respond immediately.”
Old Bu Shi stopped pacing, his hands in his pockets, his expression turning serious.
He knew this coup wasn't just an internal struggle within the Su Xiong Alliance; it could also affect the entire international situation. “We need to get a clear picture of the situation. We can’t let Konev have his way. What should we do?”
“I'll send our agents to assess the situation as soon as possible, see if we can find a way in.”
Kote's voice became steady, revealing a glimmer of hope. “At the same time, we also need to contact our allies and see what they think.”
“Okay.” Old Bu Shi nodded, trying to calm himself.
“Keep a close eye on intelligence. We can't be careless at any time.”
“If that Konev really does succeed in his coup, then all the money, manpower, and resources we've invested in the Su Xiong Alliance will be wasted!
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