#415. It’s strange to hear.
That moment.
Bachemensky’s eyes widened.
“Factions… fights?”
“I don’t think the researcher hyung didn’t know much, but there are actually quite a few factions in the Revolutionary Army.”
An extremist who valued force.
A moderate who believed that a peaceful revolution was possible.
The traditional faction that the past federation should be restored as it is.
A reformist who believes that change according to the flow of the times is necessary.
Other than that, the feminist group, the second-class citizen group, the external influx group, the environmentalist group, and so on.
Unlike Bachemensky, who only followed Sergei, the revolutionary army usually belonged to several factions at one point.
Hearing what Limon said, Bachemensky put on a puzzled expression.
“What nonsense are you talking about? A faction in the revolutionary army composed of point organizations?”
“It’s more because it’s a point organization.”
Even if one member of a branch organization is discovered, the risk of the entire organization being exposed is low.
Instead, it has the disadvantage that it is difficult to unite because they do not know each other’s identity.
That’s why secret societies and religions that share the same beliefs and religions are maintained.
But belief is ambiguous.
Even if there is a Bible or scriptures and a religion with a long history, the interpretation will differ depending on the individual.
In a short history, it was virtually impossible for the revolutionary army gathered in Junggu Heating to share exactly the same beliefs.
The fact that this revolution took place only in Moscow is because of the lack of unity in each region.
And such differences existed not only outside the region, but also within the revolutionary government.
“Until the revolution, we could have fought together for one purpose, but what about now?”
“…You mean our Revolutionary Army started to split because of the revolution?”
“It’s clear that at least each faction has their eyes wide open to get a better seat.”
“The revolution is not over yet!”
“Even if there is a snake at your feet, it is human nature to want to pick the fruit in front of you. The most coveted fruit among them is, of course, the chief secretary position.”
“that…!”
Bachemensky felt speechless.
Of course, the Revolutionary Army is also human.
It is natural to want to be compensated for the amount of hard work.
But a power struggle while the dictator and Russian Khanate are still strong and the Soviet Union is in chaos.
It was absolutely unbelievable.
‘…or rather, is it because of that?’
How heroes are born in troubled times.
What if the external enemy disappears and the internal stability remains?
Sergei’s position as chief secretary will become more solid, and no one will dare to challenge that stronghold.
In that respect, now, when the revolutionary government was still weak, was a golden opportunity.
‘The special operation team was an organization under the direct control of the teacher.’
In the first place, Sergei was a revolutionary who led an armed revolution.
His main faction will, of course, be the armed forces.
But what if it is known that a member of the special operations unit, the core of the armed forces, committed a crime?
“If this fact is known, all factions will rush in and try to bite you.”
“…”
“Answer me, sir. Was it really political reasons to try to bury their sins?”
It’s like you want me to deny it.
Take a moment to look at Bachemensky, who asks with a trembling voice.
Sergei closed his eyes.
“I will not deny that there were also political factors in my decision.”
“…!”
“But I swear on faith that the main reason I would bury this is that it is necessary for the greater good.”
“Does it mean that the cause is for you to hold the position of chief secretary?”
“Yes.”
assertion without hesitation.
What follows is a solemn question.
“If I step down, then what? Do you think the confusion will subside if someone else becomes the chief secretary?”
“…On the contrary, the factional feud will intensify.”
“Now we must unite and stand against the dictator. But what will happen to the Soviet Union if we are divided over this?”
“…”
Bachemensky fell silent.
The reason why the revolutionary government is now running somehow despite creaking is because there was an outstanding leader named Sergei.
The fact that he hadn’t known about factions until now was thanks to Sergei’s ability to tie all factions fairly and well.
But what if even Sergei disappears and the factional conflict accelerates?
The Soviet Union might collapse even before the war.
‘Certainly the teacher is right. That’s right…’
As a member of the revolutionary government.
He could understand Sergei.
After so many years, the barely revived Soviet Union could not be endangered by a few criminals.
However, the heart of the young man who devoted himself to the revolutionary army could not accept that understanding.
A cold head and a warm heart.
It seems that he understood the feelings of Bachemensky, who was suffering between the two.
Sergey added a word.
“As I said beforehand, I intend to step down as General Secretary as soon as the war is over and stability in the Soviet Union is restored.”
“…Are you serious?”
“Of course.”
If you don’t believe in yourself, you can publicize this fact.
Seeing Sergei speak so bluntly, Bachemensky was relieved.
Sergei, who took the most dangerous actions for the cause during his days in the Revolutionary Army, could not have lied like this for the sake of power.
Limon, on the other hand, tilted his head.
And then he asked out of nowhere.
“Isn’t it over?”
“What did you say?”
“What if Russia cannot be defeated after 10 or 20 years? And what if the Soviet Union doesn’t find stability after that ship’s time?”
“The war will be over soon. The Federation will soon regain stability.”
“I asked what if?”
“….”
Few want to wage war, but in many cases blackouts or truces last for decades.
Due to the nature of the Soviet Union, which started from the revolution in the first place, if Russia cannot be destroyed, it has no choice but to maintain a state of war.
Above all, state administration is a hundred years old.
Even if he focused only on domestic affairs for 100 years, new things were constantly happening in the country.
So it was.
Just keep silent about your question.
That’s why Limon smiled coldly at Sergei, who couldn’t answer.
“Do you know why I asked this?”
“…”
“In my experience, the king who said that lived with his ass on the throne until he died.”
“Isn’t it too rude to compare you to such greedy kings!”
“well. If believing that you are the only one who can lead the country is greed, I don’t think even the revolutionary man will be an exception.”
“That’s because there is no talent to replace the teacher.”
“Shouldn’t you say that after you find out if there is a sense of leadership to replace you?”
“You don’t even have to find out. At least among the Revolutionary Army, there is no better leader than you…”
“Apart from the Revolutionary Army?”
“…what did you say?”
“Can you be sure that there is no such talent among the citizens who were not members of the Revolutionary Army? Not just Moscow, but all of Russia.”
Bachemensky was at a loss for words.
In the first place, the percentage of the revolutionary army was less than 1% of the population.
Even in Moscow, where there are tens of millions of citizens, there were only tens of thousands of people.
In other words, there is a difference of at least hundreds of times between the talent pool inside and outside the Revolutionary Army.
It was more so because of the characteristics of the revolutionary army, which had an overwhelmingly higher percentage of simple workers than properly educated citizens.
What if you expand the scope to all of Russia?
It was difficult for Vachemensky, whom Sergei believed to be the greatest leader, to assert that there was no more talented person than him.
Of course, Bachemensky had something to say.
“No matter how great the talent, the Revolutionary Army cannot accept that an outsider is the general secretary.”
Despite Sergei’s presence, factional strife erupted, and the Revolutionary Army could not sit idly by when someone who had not contributed to the revolution became general secretary.
Fierce opposition is natural, and in the worst case, there could be an armed demonstration.
Bachemensky protested.
Limon tilted his head.
“Why is it a premise to accept the Revolutionary Army?”
“…yes?”
“No, it’s strange to hear.”
It seems like he saw a customs officer coming from a neighboring country and asking for air prices.
Looking at Bachemensky and Sergei with a curious expression, Limon scratched his chin.
“Isn’t the Soviet Union a country whose ideology is freedom and equality? That’s what caused the revolution.”
“of course.”
“Then, of course, everyone should have the freedom to become secretary general. Why should that right be granted to the revolutionary army and not to the people?”
“…!”
That moment.
Bachemensky hardened.
Of course, Limon’s point was always sharp, and every time he felt embarrassed.
However, this point was different.
Like a well-forged blade.
Beyond being caught off guard, the question that digs deep into the contradictions hidden in the Revolutionary Army froze even the hot heart.
“…you are right. Clearly, every citizen of the Soviet Union is qualified to lead the country.”
Is it because of the age?
Or is it because you already knew it?
Unlike Bachemensky, Sergei calmly affirmed Limon’s point.
However, that did not mean total acceptance.
“But that’s just an idealism.”
“I know, that’s not realistic.”
Limon also readily accepted Sergei’s objection.
any era.
and any country.
What was most needed to become a leader was not strength, talent, character, or lineage, but the presence of supporters.
A person who has no followers cannot lead the country no matter what talents he has.
On the other hand, those with strong support could become tyrants or dark forces no matter how incompetent they were.
The argument that Sergey is the only one who can serve as the current general secretary is very reasonable in that respect.
I agree with that fact.
Limon twitched his lips.
“By the way, a revolutionary man. Do you know what it means to monopolize the power to move a country by one individual or a small number of forces?”
“…?”
“They say it’s usually a dictatorship.”
Sergei with a hard face.
Bachemensky’s eyes widened.
Seeing the two of them, Limon smiled.
“Don’t get me wrong. Because I have no intention of denying your regime itself.”
“You say you don’t deny…?”
“okay. Because in a few years, this man could destroy Russia and make a great country, and then step down.”
Anything can happen in the world.
So, no matter how low the odds are, I will not deny the possibility of Sergei realizing his ideal.
He said it so simply that the questions he had been asking so far were futile.
Limon added quietly.
“But I have no intention of helping your regime.”
“…”
“Whether or not it’s really for this country, I’m not willing to act as a hunting dog to protect your power.”
“…”
“So, you guys, do as you please. I’ll do it my way.”
Whether to cover up the crimes of the revolutionaries to protect the country.
whether you consider yourself a criminal.
Do whatever you want.
Limon said languidly and turned around.
And before striding out of the office, he looked back at Sergei and smiled coldly, as if he had suddenly remembered him.
“I wish you good luck, politician man.”
After that, there was only one thing Sergei and Bachemensky could do while seeing Limon’s vacancy.
It was just keeping silent with a heavy face.
