Darkstone Code

Sometimes, there are things that make people feel... this world is just a cycle.

Events that happened before keep recurring, making you feel like what you are going through or about to go through has already been experienced at some past time.

Ryan paused for a moment, then laughed, "When I first got out of the army, I was just like you, then I protected a woman and a child until they almost killed me!"

He lifted his shirt, revealing a scar, "I almost died, but my captain snatched me back from the embrace of the Death God."

"I won’t demand that you be just like me, but you have to be responsible for yourself and your family."

"This is war, not redemption!"

Leaving the somewhat bewildered young soldier, the team continued to advance quickly. Ryan’s words made everyone’s hearts heavy.

In fact, the Federation is quite adept at propaganda, they always tell the Federation citizens—

"Hey, we send troops not to invade others, but to help others escape their pain, to save them!"

But in reality, how many people really need the Federation to save them?

Can’t they save themselves?

They have weapons, determination, courage, why do they need a country that has nothing to do with them to rescue them?

All the exaggerations and covers by the domestic media will be exposed on the real battlefield.

It was never about redemption, not about saving, but naked aggression.

Ryan learned this from battles, the looks people give them are not joyful or desirous, only hatred and disgust.

These are not the eyes that see saviors, but enemies.

The troop advanced rapidly, by no later than 8:30 they had reached not far from the City Hall, and the performance of the new self-propelled artillery on the main battlefield was also very eye-catching.

No matter for dismantling buildings and fortifications or providing necessary cover for infantry advancing, it performed exceptionally well.

Observers from the Ministry of Defense gave it high praise, if nothing unexpected happens, they might give Mr. Wardrick a big order.

At 9:35 in the morning, a flag with Federation elements was waving above the City Hall building.

This flag is not the Federation’s national flag, that would be too outrageous, because this is not invasion and occupation.

The flag belongs to Sanchez, only in its design some elements of the Federation were mixed in, now this flag flying atop the City Hall building means the battle is over.

On the square outside the City Hall, a group of warlords were tied up, with their mouths gagged, pressed down on the ground.

Ryan was selected to read out the charges of these people.

These things had actually been prepared long ago, the purpose is to tell everyone, what bad things these people have done before.

Like murder, massacre, robbery... anyway they won’t appeal and have no opportunity to appeal, whenever Ryan finishes reading out a person’s charges, there is a gunshot.

With each gunshot, the city’s former ruling class fell in a pool of blood.

They might never have thought, that the ones who judged them in the end were not their enemies, but the people of the Federation.

This... is so ridiculous!

Ryan read out the crimes of another evil officer, put down the paperwork in his hand, and looked up at the clear blue sky...

Bang!

Streamers, balloons, doves of peace, if there is anything that a flourishing age should have, it is this moment!

At the same time, in a different place, as the sound of salutes rang out, reporters pressed their shutter buttons, flashes flickered as wildly as the gunfire of soldiers on the front lines.

But it has no smell of gunpowder, and no one will die because it "flashes," people will only smile, making them seem more fitting to their identity and status.

This is the opening ceremony of the new university in York State, Lynch as the founder of the school, of course, has to be there personally.

Many state government officials came today, even the Governor himself was present, they stood on the grass outside the school taking a group photo, which may become the glorious beginning of this school!

"Congratulations, Mr. Lynch!"

"You have given more children the opportunity to receive higher education, this will be the starting point of education reform, and its most glorious page."

The Governor of York State held Lynch’s hand and didn’t want to let go, two years’ time is enough for him to do many things, more political assets transfer, more benefits exchanges.

And all of this is thanks to him getting re-elected this year!

Lynch wanted to let go of his hand, the Governor’s palm was a bit sweaty, which doesn’t feel very comfortable, but he tried, didn’t manage to shake it off.

However, the Governor’s words were somewhat on point, maybe he wasn’t used to flattering others, but overall, what he wanted to express was conveyed clearly.

He also showed a decent smile, "This also involves your contribution, Governor, we all know how much work and effort you and the state government put in during the preparation phase, which is why it stands before us today."

"When people receive higher education at this university, they will be grateful for everything you did for them today."

The corners of the Governor’s mouth were almost reaching his ears with a hanging smile, this university indeed provided him with many things, lots of invisible political wealth.

He had talked with the senior party leaders, after his term ends he would work within the party for a year, then be nominated and successfully elected as a Senate Legislator by the Congress.

This is inevitable because the person succeeding him is also arranged by the committee, this is a kind of exchange.

But at the same time, because he participated in state education reforms and the series of "No-threshold University" initiatives, once he enters the Congress, he will become a member of the "Education Reform Committee."

Many people often feel politics is complicated, but in fact, politics isn’t complicated at all, as long as you can sort out its threads.

This Congressional Committee will always exist, until people think education no longer needs reform, this also means before the Governor even enters Congress, he’s already got a firm hold on power!

The Governor listened to what Lynch said and laughed heartily, he was very proud, and didn’t need to hide this, his other hand also came out, wrapping Lynch’s hand with both hands, fully sincere, "Mr. Lynch, we all know, this is entirely your accomplishment!"

A sentence laden with myriad meanings, this is how politicians and capitalists are, when a capitalist invests in them, they must give back.

"I’ve talked with the President recently, and some legislators, we’ve decided to push some new policies in York State, mainly related to education."

"When enterprises increase their investment in education, they can obtain a certain amount of flexible tax exemptions, to encourage more attention to education issues, and increase investments in education."

In other words, this year Lynch’s newly built university and all subsequent investments, most of it will be converted into tax-exempt amounts, and he also has large factories in the state.

This means the taxes he needs to pay in the state this year can be significantly reduced, and he gets to decide which parts are exempt, and which are not.

After all, some goods related to export have tax refunds and subsidies after export, this part doesn’t need to use tax exemption.

The Governor’s attitude was already very clear, he was paying Lynch back, don’t mind that he invested so much money, in reality, what he truly spent may not be more than 40% of the total investment, the rest will be returned to him in various ways.

And those parts that can’t be exempted, the actual effects they produce are much greater than themselves, potentially several times the effect, so Lynch not only doesn’t lose money, but instead makes a big profit.

This includes not only wealth but also reputation, people’s evaluations of him, media support... almost all positive.

No way, after all, it relates to education, concerns countless students hoping to change their fate through studying and the families behind them.

Lynch tugged at his hand again, this time the Governor seemed to "realize" it, he voluntarily let go, but didn’t mind this much, "People will thank you, Lynch."

He said looking at Catherine beside Lynch, "I still have some work, we can have a chat when we both have some free time, for now, I won’t disturb you."

After the two exchanged farewells, the Governor and Mr. Adelaide left together.

Lynch took out a handkerchief from his pocket to wipe his moist hand, Catherine next to him couldn’t help but laugh.

"Is it that exaggerated?"

Lynch nodded, putting the handkerchief back into his pocket, "You wouldn’t like this feeling."

As they spoke, the principal walked over.

The principal was someone Lynch found through an acquaintance, he has also served as a principal of a university, though not Saint Harmony University.

The principals of Saint Harmony University generally wouldn’t join ordinary universities like this, and certainly wouldn’t serve as a principal here.

This principal is already in his sixties, his age has already reached retirement, but he focused all his life on it, couldn’t stop, plus he has a good reputation, so when Lynch called to ask him, he agreed immediately.

Lynch signed a five-year contract with him, if his physical condition allows him to continue to contribute to this school after five years, then Lynch will renew the contract with him.

Even if his physical condition doesn’t allow him to continue high-intensity work, he will be the lifelong honorary principal of this school.

Anyway, this kind of title doesn’t cost money, and it is liked by some people, Lynch doesn’t mind giving one out.

"Mr. Lynch, I hope I didn’t disappoint you...", the principal looked kind, with a smile on his face as he spoke, the smile also carried a trace of pride.

For this old principal who worked his whole life, work is the only thing he desires most!