Miss Witch Doesn't Want to be a Diva-Chapter 1143 - 159: Seven Songstresses Alliance

The unrest in the Western region is escalating and is about to spiral out of control, causing the Federal Central Council to be in an uproar.

"I believe we must swiftly dispatch the main fleet from the Central Star Domain to the affected Star Domain to suppress it!" a councilor loudly announced his suggestion.

"Oh, that's not a good idea. The main fleet's mode of combat and offensive methods are prepared for space warfare. When they arrive at the affected Star Domain, how will they suppress it? By landing Starship soldiers for street fighting?" another councilor immediately opposed. Although he remained neutral, he had decent relations with the Military.

Although the order to suppress the Western region hasn't been formally issued, many generals of the main fleet are opposed to executing such an order.

This is an unjust war. Even if the suppression is successful, there will be no merits because it's a show of overwhelming force. Besides, any slight mistake could provoke the life-and-death hatred of tens of billions of people in the Western Star Domain. They don't want to spend their post-retirement life hiding in military bases, with their families and descendants unable to appear in public for hundreds of years.

Hearing the opposition, the councilor who proposed the suggestion immediately retorted, "Are we just going to be this cowardly and devoid of dignity, watching them split up the nation?"

"Not at all, sir. Aren't we currently discussing ways to resolve this issue? As for your idea of dispatching the main fleet, I really don't think it's a good suggestion."

"How is it not a good idea? The main fleet's combat strength can crush all space forces in the West lightly winning!"

"Yes, easily won. And then what? As I said, do we have the Starship soldiers land for street fighting?" The opposing councilor waved his hand, signaling the loud one to sit down. 𝕗𝐫𝚎𝗲𝘄𝐞𝕓𝐧𝕠𝘃𝕖𝐥.𝐜𝚘𝚖

"Why would there need to be street fighting? This is the strongest force of the Federation, they can even destroy planets."

"You just mentioned planet destruction; are you suggesting we directly kill the Federation residents living on the planets in the Western Star Domain, causing hundreds of billions or over a trillion people to die, is that right?"

"This... I didn't mean that. I meant having such strength can appropriately deter the other side and help restore security and stability." The person clearly dared not continue with such anti-human rhetoric.

"Sure, sure, but what if they still go their own way, what decision would you make? Start orbital bombardment, or just cowardly watch from the side."

"Alright, since space combat doesn't work, we can also enlist the ground garrison from various parts of the Central Star Domain, transport them to each Star Domain in the West, and quell the rebellion."

"Regarding your suggestion, I see some feasibility. However, I sincerely hope you can serve as an ambassador, visiting each subordinate Star Domain to discuss and negotiate with the local Starfield Governors and military district commanders—for example, on matters like funds, materials needed for enlisting the army, post-war consolation, and how to address the rebel groups: kill them all or try to capture them alive, and if capturing alive, how to ensure the safety of our soldiers..." The councilor spoke as if chanting a spell, listing lengthily and trivially the various processes and issues to resolve, causing several councilors to sweat on their foreheads.

"Of course, the issues I mentioned can indeed be resolved, as long as the local governments and the Military cooperate, they themselves can handle it. The question is how much face and influence you have to keep these local Star Domains working hard, cooperating with you without expecting rewards. What can you offer them? A certificate? I stopped believing in such things when I was ten."

"Why can't they cooperate? Is it possible they would all disobey orders from the Central Council?" the councilor seemed agitated.

"Sigh, let me be blunt; they likely won't defy orders, but they have countless 'legal' ways to turn your orders into worthless paper."

"For instance, suddenly reporting that the military district is plagued with disease and can't deploy, or claiming the equipment is outdated and requires significant funds for updates and maintenance, quoting prices several times the market rate—will you pay for it or not? Or maybe there's a 'minor situation' in the local Star Domain, and they can't leave, and so on. These are just methods a layperson like me can think of. The local officials have even more and more practiced ways to decline."

"How dare they do this?"

"Why wouldn't they dare? Do you believe if you order today, tomorrow they will give a speech on the public network, saying they'll 'uphold Justice,' refuse to act wickedly, chant Lady Isenisha's name thrice, then receive applauds from the public, saying these are the kinds of officials they like. Why wouldn't they dare? They might even seize the opportunity for a grand political show, drawing votes, and gaining popularity."

"Ahem... alright, no need to continue." The councilor who had been repeatedly rebutted finally sat down, somewhat awkwardly closing his mouth.

The council's discussion scene paused for a little while, after which someone else stood up to speak.

"Despite unfavorable public opinion conditions, as the highest decision-making body of the Federation, we have an obligation to maintain the integrity and unity of the nation, staying true to Her Highness Emuralin's will."

"If anyone has ideas and suggestions, please don't shy away from voicing them. This is a truly critical moment. Missing this opportunity, if we're unable to prevent the Western region's secession, not only will the Federation lose a large number of Star Systems in the West, but other local Star Domains will also develop similar ideas and thoughts."

Shortly after finishing, the whole council erupted once more in various noisy discussions, with many exchanging opinions and ideas.