There's no doubt that with the release of the "People's Declaration," even the small world of Vallebang has achieved so unity.
But truly moving towards democracy and a republic, establishing the Wale Republic, is not as simple as just saying it.
After all, the current New Wadong Region occupies only one-third of Vallebang's territory. Moreover, having endured the ravages of war, reconstruction, resettlent, and developnt will take ti.
The three major warlords—Peng, Bi, and Zhao—have their own interests and foundations; none of them want to bow down, which is a troubleso matter. To truly achieve the unification of Vallebang, if we push hard, bloodshed will be inevitable.
However, Liu Zhizhong believes: If bloodshed can be avoided, it should be; if unavoidable, it can be discussed again. Democratic elections, moving towards a republic, are the best solutions.
In several countries of Zhou Country and on a global scale, the spring bloodshed war in Vallebang has also been very influential.
Valle's Sumr is, of course, even more influential. The world's great nations are taking notice, and Chi Zhongshui is equivalent to a great pioneer.
In a short period, rapid propaganda, successful implentation of blitzkrieg, and the practice of democracy and republicanism gained high regional and global popularity.
So foreign dia are even beginning to predict that the temporary people's governnt in the New Wadong Region might reach an agreent with the Old Wasi Region, move towards democracy and republicanism, and Chi Zhongshui will undoubtedly beco the first leader of the Wale Republic, the founding father!
In fact, so great countries have already started acting, secretly working on establishing diplomatic missions, aiming to enter the New Wadong Region or potentially station in Kachin City in the future.
After all, Kachin is the best city, perfectly suitable as the capital after nation-building and as the office for diplomatic establishnt.
On the evening of the day when the People's Declaration was released, Liu Zhizhong received a call from Peng Zhensheng, asking him to return to Kachin City and et with the three families—Peng, Bi, and Zhao—for talks.
At this mont, how could Liu Zhizhong easily agree?
Liu Zhizhong simply said, "Commander Peng, the post-war work in the New Wadong Region is quite heavy. There are many things I need to oversee! Economy, infrastructure and such all need to be done! Therefore, in the near term, I may not have ti to return to Kachin."
"Why? Is Chairman Chi afraid that we might harm you?"
"That's not what I an; you've misunderstood! I believe in the integrity of you all, but indeed, I can't spare the ti. However, the fact that Commander Peng called already represents an attitude, doesn't it?"
Peng Zhensheng paused, then smiled, "Oh? Chairman Chi, tell , what is my attitude?"
Liu Zhizhong smiled faintly and said, "To so extent, Commander Peng's attitude also implies the sa attitude from the Bi family and the Zhao family. And your collective attitude likely suggests that you are still not willing to take the path of republican nation-building, right?"
"Um... this..."
Peng Zhensheng, this old fellow, indeed was at a loss for words, and glanced at Gao Qiying beside him.
Gao Qiying, too, was quite surprised.
The two certainly did not understand how Chi Zhongshui knew all this.
As for Liu Zhizhong, he remained calm, continuing, "Actually, I can understand. After all, the Peng, Bi, and Zhao families have been operating in Wasi for many years, with deep roots and many benefits gained; suddenly giving them up, no one would be willing."
"However, this is how the great trend of the world works, division must lead to unity eventually. Wadong and Wasi are of the sa root and kind, blood is thicker than water, only by uniting can we stand strong before the surrounding countries and strengthen our race."
"Moreover, allowing people to live well is the most important. Surely, the Wadong people should not be living well while our fellow brothers in Wasi are far behind? Everything for the people, for equality, for the bloodline of Valle, I am willing to give it a try, how about you, Commander Peng?"
Peng Zhensheng paused briefly in silence, eventually opening up, "If we move towards republicanism, you will definitely beco the ruler of Vallebang, because none of us can compete with you."
"No, no, no, it's not about competing, it's about not being able to defeat the People's Party, not being able to defeat the ideals of freedom and equality. So... you might resist republicanism, you might strengthen your defenses, maybe thinking that maintaining this balanced state is good enough?"
Peng Zhensheng and Gao Qiying were dumbfounded, because everything Liu Zhizhong said was spot on.
Peng Zhensheng couldn't help but smile bitterly, "Chairman Chi, how co you hit the nail on the head with everything? We do indeed have these thoughts, and currently, we are reluctant to give up our territories and interests, defensive fortifications will definitely be strengthened, but we certainly won't make offensive moves. After all, currently, in terms of military layout and strength, once war starts, we are actually evenly matched."
"Therefore, having peace and avoiding war is my principle, unless absolutely necessary."
"You make sense. So, between us in Wasi and you in Wadong, it hasn't reached the point of necessity yet, right?"
Liu Zhizhong chuckled, "Indeed. Originally, I greatly admired Commander Peng and also hoped there won't be excessive internal conflict among the sa race. Look at the war compensation policy this ti, regardless of enemy or ally, it's the sa, much higher than before. Commander Peng, think carefully, it's either peaceful republicanism or bloody republicanism, we can only choose one."
Peng Zhensheng again fell into silence, eventually speaking, "We need to see the results before deciding."
"What results?"
"The developnt results of the Wadong Region. If you end up like us, just becoming another warlord, then there's no need for republicanism; if the Wadong Region can surpass us in Wasi, I an if your attitude genuinely focuses on the people, then I am willing for republicanism. However, after republicanism... our family interests must not be hard, that's the bottom line!"
Ultimately, isn't it all about prioritizing interests?
Liu Zhizhong understood what Peng Zhensheng felt at this mont and said, "Alright, as you see fit! After a year, take another look at Wadong's situation! As for post-republicanism, the interests of your three families will surely be preserved to the greatest extent possible, with minimal damage as the priority. However, in the new era, new world, we must be vigilant against family interests growing too large, affecting the people's interests, do you understand?"
These words satisfied both Peng Zhensheng and Gao Qiying. For the forr, it's an opportunity for reconciliation; for the latter, it is indeed recognizing Liu Zhizhong's genuine people-first intention! If the people of Vallebang can truly be fully liberated, that would indeed be a blessing...
And Liu Zhizhong himself has made up his mind to spend a year shaping the political, economic, and military grand frawork of the Wadong Region before discussing further.
Achieving such a situation is not easy, but it does have its foundation. Because the Goa Region wasn't affected during the spring bloodshed war, the democratic republican system in the Goa Region is proceeding in an orderly manner...
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