Sentinel

Chapter 361 It's My Decision
When John and Bobby, with the help of Ulysses Crow, headed for Wakanda, isolated from the world, the White House held a security meeting, and the content was no longer to discuss Asgard, or Instead, the nine star fields have become a human country on the same planet.

Not long ago, the Ministry of Defense submitted a specific report on Wakanda, and a diplomatic official concerned about international affairs also submitted an application for international assistance from the Wakanda royal family.By an astonishing coincidence, this third world country came into the sights of politicians and plutocrats for the first time.

The first report claimed that Wakanda possessed extremely valuable mineral resources with unparalleled economic and military value, while the second report said that the country’s royal orphans were persecuted and had to seek assistance from the international community. By the way It also expresses that the ruling class in the country is extremely cruel, and the innocent people living in dire straits are always looking forward to being rescued.

When the two news collided, even a fool could see that someone was secretly promoting this matter, but no one paid attention to it. Representatives from all walks of life in politics and economics attended the meeting, and they only cared about the authenticity of the report.

If Wakanda really has rich vibration gold veins, then there is no doubt that the United States will once again launch a large-scale overseas military operation and regard it as the next Kuwait.

The new type of energy promoted by Stark Industries is gradually disintegrating the "petrodollar system" established by the United States. The sharp contradictions are becoming more and more obvious. The old consortium like Roxon Petroleum has suffered heavy losses. The emergence of Wakanda is undoubtedly a phenomenon in the desert A sip of clear spring can divert most of the domestic attention.

The East Room of the White House, which can accommodate [-] guests, is filled with a group of people representing the top of the entire country. They are big figures standing at the top of the power pyramid, but now they are like businessmen who care about everything in the market, chattering and talking loudly. Arguing, everyone blushed, wishing to roll up their sleeves and fight.

Even through the solid and heavy walnut door, the secret service personnel outside can hear the heated conversation in the hall, as if a competition whose voice is louder, the generals of the Ministry of Defense and the bureaucrats of the cabinet are questioning each other, like It's a aggressive fighting cock.

"As the report says, Wakanda is a very special African country. It has a world-leading level of technology, rich vibrating gold veins, its own cultural traditions and ancient texts...for centuries, it has never Actively communicate with the outside world, but it is worth mentioning that it has never been invaded by foreign enemies..."

Everett, an official from the CIA, stood in the center of the hall, pointing to a few maps and explaining that he had been stationed in eastern Africa for a long time and carried out missions in Kenya, Sudan and other countries. rich experience.

"The report pointed out that the Wakanda people have a tradition of martial arts, and their military strength is not far behind. A third world country that can hide for centuries and not be noticed by anyone, I think it should not be underestimated..."

"Am I worried about those natives taking spears and shooting down American planes?" a Defense Department official laughed.

His sarcasm aroused echoes, and the hall was instantly filled with laughter. The generals and bureaucrats kept whispering to each other. The representatives from all walks of life at the invited table were even more indifferent, and repeatedly looked at the content of the Wakanda report.

To put it bluntly, they only have valuation data about the Zhenjin vein in their eyes. As for the national strength of Wakanda, who would believe that a third world country can fight against the steel army of the United States?

Of course, this is also related to the intentional ambiguity of Wakanda’s military power in the report. The first report submitted emphasized the abundant and endless mineral resources. As for the others, it was almost mentioned in one stroke.

"They are not allied with any country, including Kenya and Sudan, which means that Wakanda is not a member of the African Union of Nations, and they are not even in OPEC - they are alone!"

The bureaucrat of the Ministry of National Defense almost didn't stand up, and said directly, "there is a huge gold mine under the feet of these African natives, let's take people there to grab it." After all, superficial work still needs to be done.

The barbaric atrocities of the new century are usually disguised under the language of civilization.

This is one of the characteristics of the times.

"I think that as a world power, the United States has the responsibility to provide Wakanda with sufficient international assistance. An orphan of the royal family living outside, his father is said to be the younger brother of the King of Wakanda, a prince with a high status, but he was accidentally killed. The killing, which is suspected to be related to the transfer of power of the royal family...Everyone! We should stand up and fulfill the responsibilities of a big country!"

Another senator is well versed in the art of language, and his words are awe-inspiring, showing his true qualities as a politician.

Take the lead in occupying the moral high ground, and then put on a glamorous cloak of international aid for future military threats. Anyway, no matter whether others believe it or not, everyone present believes it.

The atmosphere at the scene became more and more enthusiastic. The two reports were like sparks falling into a frying pan, and the whole hall boiled. Greed was like a hot flame, igniting human ambition and desire.

A helpless and isolated kingdom with insufficient military force, huge wealth and rare mineral veins, which just happens to give other countries an excuse to intervene and intervene. No one can stop the politicians and financial group spokespersons here from starting the war machine!

The president watched with cold eyes, and glanced at Sean who was sitting in the back seat intentionally or unintentionally. As a veteran politician, Underwood certainly noticed the abnormality. In the middle of the topic, but calmly be a bystander.

This is not in line with the character of General Ross. This hawkish general has always been radical. He participated in the Gulf War and was active in Iraq, Kosovo and other overseas battlefields.

During his long military career, it can be said that he is covered with medals and national glory, and is regarded as a representative of the Hawks.

When the meeting was adjourned, President Underwood and the Secretary of State came to the reception room, followed by General Sean and Ross.

"Mr. Seapers, what's your attitude towards Wakanda?" the young and vigorous Mr. President asked.

The president has the power to activate the war machine. Even if Congress does not pass it, he can still bypass obstacles and launch military operations. Although the United States has never officially declared war since the Second World War, North Korea, Vietnam, Iraq and Afghanistan War still happened.

Because the 1973 "War Powers Act" allows the president to directly launch military activities for a period of [-] days without the consent of Congress, the above foreign wars are a product of this act.

But before the president made a decision, he wanted to know Sean's attitude. The forces behind this young man were deeply rooted, affecting the direction and future of the country.

"Maybe let the enthusiastic general and the spokesperson of the consortium who are eager to fight go first."

There was a smile on the corner of Sean's mouth. Wakanda is not a cake that can be swallowed alone. It is impossible for the United States to monopolize all the mineral resources.

Instead of waiting until the spoils are unevenly distributed, it is better to let those greedy guys hit the wall. When they taste Wakanda's cutting-edge weapons and strong military strength, General Ross will naturally lead S.H.I.E.L.D. to clean up the mess .

"He started the war rashly, the World Security Council..."

President Underwood has doubts. The Zhenjin vein is too hot to deal with. He is afraid that it will attract the covetousness of many forces, especially the five major countries headed by the World Security Council.

The United States only occupies a seat in it, and does not have an absolute right to speak.

"They will agree, because this is my decision." Sean tapped his fingers on the armrest and said in a flat tone.

The president was stunned for a moment, then he came to his senses and said nothing more.

At that moment, the young man sitting on the chair seemed to be the real master of the country.

(End of this chapter)