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Chapter 246: The President’s Anger

Chapter 246: The President’s Anger

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The President, seated at his desk under the dim glow of a desk lamp, dialed each of his ministers one by one. His tone was firm, his words precise, and his authority unmistakable.

On the other end of the line, the ministers were startled, their surprise audible through their hurried responses.

It wasn’t every day that the President summoned them at such a late hour. Yet, the weight of his command left no room for hesitation.

The clock struck 10:00 PM. Ministers, leaving the comfort of their homes, made their way to the President’s residence.

Meanwhile, the President reached out to the Prime Minister, relaying Krish’s exact instructions: the nationwide investigation of power holders was to be canceled, and a formal alliance with the Union was to be established.

The Prime Minister, taken aback by this sudden directive, listened attentively.

Despite his shock, the mention of Krish’s name and his role as "Master" left no doubt that the orders were to be obeyed without question.

One by one, the ministers arrived at the grand gates of the President’s house. Among them were senior officials, assistant council members, and military personnel, including several high-ranking generals.

Each of them was greeted by the stoic presence of armed soldiers stationed at every corner of the estate.

As they entered the conference room, they noticed the President seated at the head of a long table.

His expression was grave, his demeanor commanding. Beside him sat the Prime Minister, his face betraying a mix of curiosity and concern.

The ministers took their seats, their conversations hushed as they speculated about the urgency of the late-night meeting. The room’s atmosphere was heavy with tension, the air filled with a subtle hum of the overhead lights.

Breaking the silence, the President leaned forward, his hands clasped together on the table. His voice, calm yet resolute, carried over the room.

"Everyone is here now," he began, scanning the faces before him.

A minister, one who had long opposed the idea of a nationwide investigation, raised his hand cautiously. The President nodded at him to proceed.

"Mr. President, what is so urgent that you had to summon us at this hour?" the minister asked, his voice steady but tinged with apprehension.

The President took a deep breath before responding. "I have something critical to discuss with all of you. Please listen carefully."

The ministers, assistant council members, and generals leaned in, their expressions a mix of confusion and unease.

"I want to cancel the nationwide investigation of power holders scheduled for tomorrow," the President announced, his words deliberate and unyielding.

The room erupted in a wave of murmurs, disbelief rippling through the gathered officials. Many exchanged bewildered glances, their confusion evident.

One of the army generals, his brows furrowed in disbelief, raised his hand. "Mr. President," he began, his tone skeptical, "are you referring to the investigation that was supposed to start tomorrow morning?"

The President nodded solemnly, his face unwavering.

The generals and ministers looked at each other, their unease palpable. Whispers filled the room as they tried to make sense of the sudden change in plans.

The weight of the President’s words hung heavy in the air, leaving everyone grappling with the implications of this abrupt decision.

The tension in the conference room grew thick as one of the army generals broke the uneasy silence. His voice carried a tone of disbelief as he addressed the President directly.

"Mr. President," the general began, his eyes narrowing slightly, "just a short while ago, you gave us explicit orders to commence the nationwide investigation tomorrow morning. And now, you’re asking us to halt it? Forgive me, but I fail to see the logic in this sudden reversal of plans."

His words seemed to echo through the room, drawing the attention of all present.

The ministers, assistants, and military personnel turned their heads to observe the exchange. The President, his expression darkening, leaned forward in his chair and fixed the general with a piercing glare.

"Did you not hear me, General?" the President snapped, his tone sharp and commanding. "What I say is not a suggestion—it is an order. And when you question my authority, you are undermining the integrity of this nation."

The general, taken aback by the sudden outburst, stammered, "Mr. President, I never meant to—"

Before he could finish, the Prime Minister raised a calming hand, his voice cutting through the tension. "Mr. President, please, allow me to address this."

The Prime Minister turned to the general, his demeanor diplomatic yet firm.

"General, let me explain. During our briefings and deliberations, we realized that proceeding with this investigation might result in unnecessary harm. Many innocent power holders—those who are simply living their lives without abusing their abilities—could become unintended targets. This is not a decision to cancel the investigation permanently, but rather to take a pause and reassess our approach."

The general listened carefully, his initial defiance giving way to contemplation. He nodded slowly, the logic of the Prime Minister’s argument beginning to take hold.

However, as he glanced at the President, a lingering sense of unease remained. Something about the President’s sudden shift in tone and behavior didn’t sit well with him.

"I understand now, Mr. President, Mr. Prime Minister," the general finally said, his voice steady but subdued.

The President, seizing the moment, stood and addressed the room. "So, let me make this absolutely clear—there will be no investigation tomorrow morning."

Just as the room seemed to settle, another minister raised his hand cautiously. The President’s patience, already thin, began to waver.

His expression turned to one of mild annoyance as he gestured for the minister to speak.

"Mr. President," the minister began hesitantly, "what about the public announcement you made earlier? The entire nation is expecting this investigation to begin on Sunday. How will we address this?"

For a moment, the President remained silent, his gaze sharp and unyielding as he considered the question. Finally, he spoke, his tone laced with irritation.

"That’s your problem now," he said curtly, pointing directly at the minister. "You raised the issue, so you will find the solution."

The minister looked stunned, his mouth opening as if to protest, but no words came. He realized that pressing the matter further would only draw more ire from the President.

The room fell silent once more, the weight of the President’s authority hanging heavy over everyone present.

The atmosphere in the conference room grew tense as the minister, who had been assigned the daunting task of finding a solution, finally relented. His voice, tinged with resignation, broke the silence.

"Alright, Mr. President. I’ll come up with a solution," he said, his tone devoid of confidence.

Just as the room began to settle, another minister spoke up. "Why not address the public tomorrow morning, Mr. President?" he suggested. "You could clarify that the nationwide investigation has been canceled."

Hearing this, the President’s eyes lit up as if he had just remembered something crucial. The task assigned by his master, Krish, echoed in his mind. Turning toward the minister, he said, "That’s an excellent suggestion. It’s reminded me of something important."

The ministers exchanged curious glances. In recent days, the President’s behavior had grown increasingly erratic, his decisions seemingly unpredictable.

The room grew quiet as everyone leaned forward, eager to hear what the President had in mind.

"We will not proceed with the nationwide investigation," he announced firmly. "But there’s more. We must also form an alliance with The Union, the organization of power holders."

The room erupted into murmurs of confusion and skepticism. The announcement seemed to baffle everyone present. One by one, they turned to each other, silently questioning the reasoning behind this decision.

The general who had earlier raised concerns slowly raised his hand once more.

His movements were hesitant, as though wary of incurring the President’s wrath again. The President noticed and immediately tensed, his frustration evident.

Before the President could speak, the Prime Minister interjected, his calm demeanor once again serving as a buffer. "Yes, General, what’s your concern?"

The general cleared his throat and addressed the room. "Mr. Prime Minister, I fail to see the necessity of forming an alliance with The Union. Why do we need to involve ourselves with a group of power holders?"

The Prime Minister sighed deeply, collecting his thoughts. "General, listen carefully. We lack the expertise to understand how power holders operate. If we proceed with the investigation on our own, we risk severe losses—both in manpower and resources. Instead, by forming an alliance with The Union, we can leverage their strengths to manage other power holders more effectively."

The general paused, considering the Prime Minister’s reasoning. After a moment, he spoke again, his voice softer but still skeptical.

"But, Mr. Prime Minister, wasn’t this what I initially suggested? I told you that The Union is widely respected and has already demonstrated their commitment to the greater good."

The Prime Minister nodded, acknowledging the point. "Precisely. That’s why we’ve decided to move forward with this alliance.

By offering The Union certain benefits, we can enlist their help in maintaining control over other power holders. This way, we protect our people and avoid unnecessary risks."

The general, though still wary, finally relented, nodding in agreement. The murmurs in the room quieted as the ministers began to see the logic in the plan. While doubts lingered, the leadership’s decision had been made clear.

As the President observed the room, he felt a faint sense of satisfaction. The stage was now set to carry out Krish’s orders.

And with that, the Chapter concludes.

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