Soviet Union 1991

"When it comes to fighting for the Soviets and fighting for the ideal of liberating all mankind, no one is willing to go at the most critical moment. Hasn't ideal and doctrine become invisible and intangible things? We, these people The people who are regarded as scourges by the capitalists, who are regarded as the greatest threats by the world's financial giants, oligarchs, and dictators, are being sacrificed all the time, just as we speak, just as we eat?? People with names, such as Chevagra, Zoya, and those without names, such as those heroes who fell in unnamed tombstones, died under the enemy's butcher knife, died on the way to adhere to the path of truth, died in the lives of millions of people Now, when it is time to die, we must not take a step back, so that everyone can know that our struggle for democracy is real, and that our death for injustice and for millions of suffering people is also real. "

"During the September Incident, I was ready to sacrifice my life and die in the Kremlin or somewhere in Moscow. I want to remind everyone that some people did fight for this country, but unfortunately they failed. So that when you want to talk about it in the future, you can't find a name to say it. In the eyes of some people, these warriors who insist on their faith may seem a little stupid. They have not accomplished anything, but if the struggle of the Communist Party of China is regarded as a career, after all, these talents are the ones who really do the work. They truly strive for the great cause of all mankind throughout their lives. The real me dedicated everything to The people I love. We can forget some things, but we must not forget those more unknown people. They are the backbone of this country and the spiritual pillar of this country!”

The quiet auditorium echoed with Comrade Pavlov's sonorous and powerful voice. As soon as he finished speaking, thunderous applause suddenly erupted, flooding the entire podium like a wave.

Since Yanayev came to power, interactions such as leaders' university speeches have gradually increased. He is committed to breaking the aloof attitude of the top political leaders and encouraging others to get out of the White House and the Kremlin. The palace communicates with the people and is committed to creating a people-friendly image with a sense of presence, rather than a face with a political smile printed in newspapers.

Pavlov's words received enthusiastic responses from college students, and the most frequently asked question was still what is the essence of socialism.

"If you can't do this basic thing of bringing people's lives to a better stage while reducing the uneven distribution of wealth, it's not socialism at all! Remember, you are the masters of this country, and only the people have the right determine the future of the country.”

Pavlov's ingenious answer once again received applause from the crowd. Compared with being ostracized eight years ago, Yanayev has completely changed the face of the Soviet Communist Party, which originally had a poor reputation.

Equality, justice and no exploitation, Pavlov described a beautiful vision to everyone.

After giving a speech at Moscow State University, Pavlov's next step was to go to the Moscow City Hall to hear a work report, but he apparently did not realize that he would meet Lukyanov at the university.

The other party was wearing casual sportswear, sitting on a bench beside the Moscow University campus, holding a magazine in his hand. He looks like a laid-back college professor without being associated with a senior leader.

Pavlov sat down next to him, his expression wary of his surroundings.

"Don't worry, their influence has not been exaggerated to this extent. But your speech was wonderful, um... dedicate everything to the people I love... This sentence was said by General Secretary Yanayev of?"

"It's the same for you. You don't have any followers. Do you want to avoid everyone's eyes? You are trying so hard to talk to me. I hope it's not the same as before. But I still have a little hope in my heart. "

"What little expectations?"

"I hope you will change your mind."

Lukyanov laughed out loud, but his eyes became gloomy. He was not here to admit his mistakes and ask for mercy. For the head of the Organization Department, only the political stance is the most important, and everything else can be pushed aside.

"I know he has already started to take action, first in Ukraine, and then in the Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture. Where is the next target? The three Baltic countries? Does he want to continuously weaken the economic strength of the autonomous prefectures so that the Russian Oblast can become the richest region? ? This shouldn’t be the socialist fairness he advocates? And why choose the cold permafrost in the Far East? Even if it has abundant oil resources, it can’t afford such a waste?”

Lukyanov clenched his fists. He could imagine the devastating consequences that Yanayev's every decision would bring to the conservatives. So today he stands here, not to convey goodwill reconciliation through Pavlov, but to win over the last ally.

"That's enough, Lukyanov, you don't understand what the General Secretary is thinking! The Far East Plan does not target conservatives, it's just that you just stopped what they want to do."

"Yes, of course I don't understand what he is going to do. The Moscow Financial Supervision Department has investigated and punished a group of people a few days ago, and Yanayev is targeting us everywhere. Don't forget, Comrade Pavlov, you are ours One, since Yanayev is sitting in that position because of us, we can also get him down, that's it."

Lukyanov stretched lazily seemingly casually, and said with emotion, "I like smart people. You should know the influence of conservatives in the Politburo, so I don't want Comrade Prime Minister to go down a wrong path of no return."

"I also have a question, Comrade Lukyanov."

Pavlov turned his head, "When did you start to think that political struggles are won by numbers?"

Lukyanov didn't speak, "What do you mean?"

"I admit that Moscow is now in a period of collective leadership politics. Do you think you can still force people to death like the 9th coup? Think about how many important positions are controlled by conservatives? Don't forget that your power within the army has collapsed, and Comrade Valennikov has stepped down. Although Comrade Akhromeyev is not Yanaev's man, he will not respond to your call. There is also Comrade Vladimir, the Chairman of the Council of Ministers who is one level lower than you. Do you have any cards to cover the other party?"

Lukyanov was silent. He was rubbing his hands and thinking about this matter at the same time. He knew what Pavlov said. Although Yanaev didn't have many people, he always had the advantage.

That's why he doesn't care about the other party's tricks.

Why should a person who occupies an absolute position be at odds with a group of flies? They seem to be powerful and think they can occupy an absolute advantage, but in fact they are just a mob and can be broken with one blow.

"General Secretary Yanaev has been thinking about the old friendship, so he didn't take action. He was not afraid at all!" The previous conversation was considered to be a complete understanding of the General Secretary's position.

"He will not stop the action because of the other party's obstruction. Anyone who really threatens the national interests will never be merciful. Yeltsin, Gerbachev, Umarov, Dudayev, aren't there enough people who fell in front of him? Where are those guys who thought they had won? Do you want to follow in their footsteps? Haven't you seen these bloody losers?"

"Give up, it's not too late now."

Lukyanov shook his head. He had nothing to say to Pavlov. Since he couldn't convince his former comrades, he just hoped that the other party would not stand on the opposite side.

He stood up and walked forward. There were still a series of plans to be deployed. Lukyanov had no time to continue talking to someone he couldn't win over. Before he took two steps, Pavlov called him from behind.

"Turn back, hand over your power, Yanayev will let you go."

The low-key Organization Minister turned around and smiled at the Prime Minister, but his expression was resolute.

"It's too late. We have come to this point, which means it is impossible to turn back. So we will eventually become enemies, not the last comrades... I want to turn back... It's too difficult to turn back... Besides, the war has just started, we will not lose, absolutely not lose!"

Pavlov sneered and said, "Yes, only those who are stubborn will find it too difficult to turn back!"

"Goodbye, Comrade Pavlov."

Lukyanov waved his hand, and his figure gradually disappeared at the end of his vision. Only the Prime Minister was left standing there, staring blankly at the direction he disappeared. (To be continued.)8