The Empire begins with the Fourth Scourge.

Chapter 2613: Tag's Flame (IV)
2613: The Flame of Tag (IV)

"Brother Orman? Why is he involved in this matter?" Silas Tag was shocked.

Even he, who was specifically responsible for technology and scientific research, understood very clearly what the consequences would be if he offended Wilhuff Tarkin when he was already at odds with Darth Vader in the current officialdom of the Galactic Empire.

Urik Tag's face turned pale, and he said in a daze, "The Emperor was extremely dissatisfied with the construction schedule of the DS-1 project, and he put a lot of pressure on Brother Orman. And Brother Orman...he made a direct request to the Emperor, saying that if the project could be completed on time, he would be given the command of the Death Star."

He shook his head, looking extremely distressed. "Governor Tarkin... He was very angry about this. Then he found an excuse to remove me from the team."

Silas Tagg felt lost and sat on the sofa in a daze.

No one understood better than him how bad the impact of Urik Tag being expelled from the army was. Because first of all, being expelled from the army, no matter what the excuse, means that a hat of "dishonor" has been put on.

Secondly, the Tag family dreamed of developing in the military in order to expand their influence and enter the field of military manufacturing. The Galactic Empire spent trillions of credit points every year on the purchase and research and development of military equipment. Such a large investment certainly meant huge profits, but also huge privileges!
Why do military giants like Kuat Power Dockyard and Shina Fleet Systems compete for arms procurement even at a loss? Even veteran military-industrial complexes like Corellia Engineering Corporation, which have made a lot of money in the civilian field, will never give up arms, even if it is just to produce some frigates and light cruisers to maintain their position?

Privilege is what they really want.

Because as long as it involves the military industry, everything is green light. Military-industrial complexes such as Kuat East and West Shipyard can fully use this privilege to levy heavy taxes and inhumanely exploit resource-producing areas, processors, manufacturers and other fields, and collude with local star district governors to exploit them layer by layer through various exorbitant taxes. The tool in their hands is this privilege.

And this thing is what Tag Company wants most!
Originally, Allman Tag created the Advanced Technology Alliance as a policy to save the country in a roundabout way, to enter the military manufacturing industry, especially the manufacture of warships. And this plan has also begun to show results. Tag's funds began to flow into a large number of military projects of the Galactic Empire, and the dark soldier projects were also completely handed over to Tag.

But now, Ulrik Tagg has been kicked out!
This is equivalent to the Imperial Military making a clear attitude - we don't need you!

"Why did this happen?! Big brother clearly knows the interests involved in this matter!" Silas Tagg was immediately furious.

"We..." Urik Tag suddenly stood up and said loudly: "We can't go on like this!"

Silas was stunned for a moment, not knowing why Urik suddenly exploded.

"Third brother! Orman Tag is leading our family into the abyss!!" Ulric Tag said seriously, "The Death Star project has cost us a huge amount of money, and our financial situation is on the verge of collapse. And now, he has offended Governor Tarkin because of the Death Star issue! If he continues like this, he will not be able to fulfill any of his promises, and instead he will take us to death!"

Silas Tag was silent, his face was gloomy and uncertain, and no one knew what he was thinking.

Urik also sat down again, his expression was extremely solemn, and the air seemed to be stagnant. After a long time, he slowly said: "I decided to stand up and resist."

"Do you want to die? Rebelling against your elder brother?" Silas Tag's mouth twitched.

"There is no sign of a solution to the military issue, but there is a very obvious problem right now." Urik Tag said, "Tag Sector."

Silas' body trembled violently. The words "Tage" really hit his biggest pain point. Urik continued, "Third brother, we all know that when Tage was established, the position of governor must belong to you. But the eldest brother gave this position to Felix... We all know what kind of person he is. If it weren't for dealing with Adelaide Tage, he wouldn't even be qualified to eat at the table. What do you mean His Majesty the Emperor requires that it cannot be given to the direct lineage? Would His Majesty make such a ridiculous request? This is clearly an excuse! And now? There is no doubt that the Tage Star Region has been completely screwed..."

"Enough! Stop talking!" Silas Tagg roared, "Get out! It's your fault that you were expelled from the army! Don't put your mistakes on Brother Allman! Get out!!"

Urik Tag stood up and said coldly, "You dare not resist, but I do! Don't forget how our mother died! Orman wanted to use our mother's death to exchange for his own wealth and glory, and he even sold out our entire company and family! Do you think he really cares about you? No! He only cares about whether he can become the so-called second person in the empire!!"

"Get out!!!" Silas Tag grabbed a crystal sculpture on the table and threw it at Urik.

The force was not strong, and Urik Tag caught the sculpture, smashed it to the ground with a snap, and rushed out without looking back.

That night, Silas Tagg stayed in his office and did not come out. He was thinking and calculating...

Standing in his position, he naturally knew very well how the Galactic Empire was currently advancing its plan to build the Death Star. That was to combine the main body of the Death Star and the Tarkin Battle Space Station into a beggar's version of the Death Star.

Only this method can complete the construction of the Death Star within this year. But this method also means that you must bow to Wilhuff Tarkin.

Silas Tag also knew that Allman Tag had traveled to Scarif to discuss this matter with Tarkin. But whether this matter succeeded or not, it would be a losing end for the Tag family.

If the negotiation is successful, it will definitely offend Tarkin, and he will face a joint attack from Tarkin and Vader. If the negotiation fails, then all of Orman Tagg's plans will be in vain. He invested a huge amount of family resources in the Death Star project, but now he can only hand it over to others. It goes without saying how this result will have a huge impact on Orman Tagg's position in the family.

There is also the question of the Governor of the Tag Sector...

Every time he thought of this, Silas Tag's body couldn't help but tremble slightly. He was angry, unwilling, and resentful!

Just when Silas Tagg was worried about the outcome, there was a sudden buzz on his personal terminal. He looked up and saw a notice - Felix Tagg, in the name of the Chief Financial Officer of Tagg Company, convened a general meeting of the entire company! !

Was it Felix who called the meeting instead of Urik? That's right... Urik didn't have the authority. But he wanted to deal with Allman-Tag, so why did he get involved with Felix? Or was it Urik's idea to hold this meeting?
Countless thoughts flashed through Silas' mind.

However, when his eyes fell on the name Felix, anger ignited in Silas Tag's eyes again!

That's right! It's you! Before I could deal with you, you jumped up first!
"You clown!" Silas Tagg gnashed his teeth and muttered to himself, "Since you want to make a fool of yourself in public, then I will satisfy you!!"

He pressed the button, called his secretary and assistant, and said in a deep voice: "Take out all the materials I prepared earlier!"

"Sir?" The assistant's face changed.

"That's right! It's those broken things of Orman Tagg!" Silas's face was extremely ferocious.