Twenty Seven Years

  Since Cosmo's rebellion and the merger of the sub-station and the Workers' Mutual Aid Association, Bash, a precious revolutionary force, has reorganized its work in a real sense for the first time and resumed its operation.

  In the evening, Stuart and Connie, who had been out all afternoon, rushed back before the curfew.

  By interrogating Cosmo's address, in less than half a day, they contacted more than 80 old comrades from the sub-station.

These senior comrades, who have been hiding in different places of Winterhold for two or three months, have been waiting for the station master to lead them to defeat the scavengers and the Bash government, but they did not expect that Cosmo had already betrayed him news of the revolution.

Although it was difficult to accept, fortunately, the well-known Comrade Verak took over the important task. After showing different reactions to Cosmo's betrayal, they finally responded to Verak's order unanimously and will report to the Peace Street Collection.

  Oscar took Vladislav and Arseni to carry out propaganda work in Peace Street.

Due to the high-pressure policy implemented by Winterhold, the citizens have turned pale towards the International Equality League. The reckless publicity or disclosure of their identities will not only cause panic, but may also prompt the citizens to report to the patrol team in order to protect themselves, so Oscar cautiously targeted the Several candidates who were optimistic earlier made contact.

   In order to recruit new members on a larger scale and expand the power of the station in the future, we can only wait for the public to change their impression of the International Equality Alliance and realize that only struggle can have a future.

Since Clark hadn't come back yet, Quentin, who was in charge of preparing the new secret site with him, used someone else's identity to buy and rent houses near Heping Street, and stockpile various materials to prepare for the long-term battle in Winterhold in order to ensure efficiency. prepare.

   At the terminus, a message was sent back half an hour after Victor sent the telegram.

  Berne, chairman of the International Equality League, was shocked by the betrayal of the revolution by the sub-station chief Cosmo, and then not only expressed his condolences to the comrades who died, but also affirmed the contributions of Verak and a group of young comrades.

At the end of the telegram, Boyin gave instructions to Veraker, asking Veraker to assess the situation, or to counterattack, or to evacuate the remaining revolutionary forces in a timely manner. Any assistance needed can be reported to the main station as soon as possible, and the main station will also give priority to approval. Support the revolutionary work of the sub-station.

  “…The main station will give priority to the approval of the sub-station’s application, provide us with various supports to the maximum extent, and help the sub-station carry out reconstruction work and follow-up activities.”

  Late at night, in the cubicle, Verak held the telegram and read the content of the telegram to the comrades present.

   "If there is the terminus, I will feel at ease." Oscar, who had been busy for a long time, was a little tired, and after listening to the content of the telegram, he relaxed a lot.

  International Equality League Headquarters.

  The biggest material backer behind them, the biggest spiritual support in their hearts.

  As long as Boyne is still there, as long as the main station is still there, no matter how hard it is on Bash’s side, their strength seems to be inexhaustible, and they can continuously burst out to fight the old forces and the bourgeoisie to the end.

"Many comrades will come over one after another tomorrow. In addition to their respective tasks, everyone has to spare some energy to securely place them around Heping Street." Verak arranged the work again, "In addition, our location is the scavenger It is very clear there that we will also have to evacuate in a day or two. In short, within two to three days, we will change the positions of all comrades and quietly let the scavengers lose control of our movements. "

"clear."

"clear."

   Several people said in unison.

"In the next few days, the war may end at any time, and the scavengers may notice our anomalies at any time. At that time, Winterhold is very likely to be closed, and a carpet search will be carried out in the city. We must be prepared to experience the cold winter "Verak continued, "Of course, blindly hiding is still too passive. I thought of a way in the afternoon. Maybe it can avoid the city closure and search. No matter how bad it is, it can reduce the government's efforts in this regard."

  Stuart looked serious, taking notes while listening.

   Afraid that it would be unsafe to be alone, Cosmo, who was **** in the cubicle, had a strange feeling in his heart when he heard everyone's discussion.

  He slowly came up with an idea.

  If I hadn’t betrayed the revolution back then, and had waited for the support of Verak and the others, would the sub-station look different today?

Verak didn't have time to guess what Cosmo was thinking, he explained his thoughts to others: "Maxim doesn't know that we are gradually getting out of control, let alone when we saw through Cosmo. Then we can send a small group of people to leave Winterhold first and return to Xiling City. When the war is over, or after Maxim realizes our anomaly, we can carry out revolutionary activities in Xiling City and create our All of them have already left Winterhold and moved to the illusion of development in nearby cities.”

   "In this way, Maxim has no reason to seal off Winterhold for a rigorous search." Vladislav's eyes lit up.

"Yes." Verak glanced at Cosmo, "Cosmo said that he and Maxim reported that we planned to withdraw from Winterhold and develop plans for the towns near Winterhold. Maxim felt that we could wipe them out immediately. Therefore, we did not take this matter to heart. This shows that Xiling City is still safe, and it is not difficult to organize some revolutionary activities there to attract the attention of the scavengers."

   "I think the feasibility is quite high, so... you still decided to stay in Winterhold and develop, right?" Quentin got an important message from Verac's words.

Veraker wanted to send a small group of people out to attract attention, so that the scavengers could mistakenly think that the substation had withdrawn from Winterhold and started to be active outside, which meant that he decided to keep the large force on the front line of the revolution in Winterhold and continue to fight up.

   This is completely different from the results they studied some time ago.

"Yes." Verak nodded, responding positively to his latest thoughts, "We decided to withdraw from Winterhold because we couldn't distinguish between ourselves and the enemy internally, and we couldn't use the power of the sub-station, and we were in the open, clear Dolf is in the dark. Now that the situation has turned, we have regrouped our forces, and we have a way to hide and take the initiative, then Winterhold can still stay."

   "Then do you have an estimate for the next step?" Quentin asked.

"If we can successfully make Maxim think that we have left Winterhold, then the meaning of the scavenger in Winterhold will not be great. Then there are only two options left for them, either to go to Xiling City or even more The local government will track us down, or disband on the spot. Regardless of the choice, Winterhold will no longer be as tense as it is now." Verak hasn't made up his mind yet, but he sees the general environment that will be full of opportunities at that time, " Without the scavengers, without the patrol team, and Winterhold is no longer defending us, we will naturally have a lot to do."

"Our current strength is not very strong. It is difficult to make big moves by sending a small group of people out. If we send too many people, it will affect the layout of Winterhold. Do you have any detailed countermeasures in this regard?" Vladislav Follow up and ask.

Verak then replied: "We must not send too many people out, otherwise the center of gravity will inevitably shift to the outside. My idea is to send out a team of comrades who have had revolutionary experience in Xiling City first, and then go to the Seek support from Chairman Boyne."

   "The point is that this group of people outside doesn't just show up for a while. They must carry out activities sustainably, so that they can always attract the attention of the scavengers and keep Winterhold safe for a long time." Quentin pondered the matter.

   "Comrade Quentin is right. On the whole, it is best to balance the internal and external. We are equivalent to dividing the army into two groups. We want revolution outside and penetration and development inside." Verac strongly agrees with Quentin's ideas.

   Cosmo sounded a little panicked.

  The group of people chatted for a long time, as if the content of the chat had nothing to do with themselves.

   Could it be that he lost his use value so quickly? Then what will they do with themselves next?

"Yes, it's really important to talk to the outside world." Cosmo, who hadn't drank water for most of the day and had a dry mouth, mustered up the courage to intervene, "When I was in Xi-Xiling City, Maxim personally brought people In the past. I guess the Scavengers will still not disband by then, but will leave Winterhold and go to other towns to continue to clean up... us."

  Verak and the others looked at him in unison.

   Cosmo swallowed, not daring to meet anyone.

   "...Then we have to make a good plan, treat the comrades who are placed outside as bait, and slowly walk the dog, the scavenger, to play." The corner of Verak's mouth slightly raised.

  He knew what Cosmo was thinking.

   Cosmo used words like "we" while helping to give opinions, trying to save the situation and improve the impression of Verak and others on himself through his good performance.

   Not to mention accepting myself back, at least I won't directly kill the killer and avenge the sacrificed comrades.

   As for whether to take revenge, this is not up to Verac himself, and he has no right to forgive Cosmo on behalf of the sacrificed comrades. But now Cosmo, who is desperately trying to please them like a dog, still has some value, and he doesn't mind letting Cosmo keep his appearance.

   "Oh." Stuart didn't think too much about it. He felt that Cosmo's "we" was extremely harsh. After rolling his eyes, he turned to Verak and the others.

   "What do you deserve to say about us?" Connie's temper was the hottest. If she hadn't seen Verak as stable as a mountain, she would have wanted to come up and kick Cosmo twice.

   "Don't talk to him, let's talk about ourselves." Oscar persuaded.

   Quentin saw Verak's half-smile expression, and understood his attitude, so he ignored Cosmo: "Who is leading the team outside?"

"I'm thinking about Comrades Vladislav and Arseni at the moment." Verak said, "Their wanted notices have been posted on the streets and alleys of Winterhold for several months. Now almost everyone knows them, and they continue to It's also difficult to go out for activities while staying in Winterhold, so it's better to go outside and lead a team of comrades to activities."

   "I agree!" Arseni was eager to go out.

  Although Winterhold is big, there is no room for him anymore. His stay here is no different from that of a prison.

  Vladislav thought for a while, but also had no objection: "I obey your arrangement."

  Verak set off from Laizein on the 24th of last month, and did not meet them for the first time at the border in Bash until July 6th.

  To this day, they have only dealt with each other for 20 days.

   But during these twenty days, Vladislav admired Verak and the young comrades he brought with him.

In the past 20 days, they proposed a way to officially enter the activities of Winterhold, they detected and confirmed Cosmo's betrayal, they led the sub-station through the thorns under all kinds of difficulties, and found the way forward again. To the long-lost hope.

When he was with Cosmo at the beginning, Cosmo gave him the feeling that he was not worthy of the name several times, and by the way, he lowered his impression of the sub-station. He has a sense of debt, and he may not have the idea of ​​working alone again.

   Now a comparison, the situation is clear at a glance.

  A traitor, a puppet, how can he compare with Verak and others?

  Cosmo has changed and turned into a pool of mud, but the International Equality League has not changed, and it is still a torch standing there.

  Vladislav was finally convinced that he followed the right person and the right organization.

  In the future, he doesn't need to live in that hopeless life. He only needs to follow Veraker, obey orders unconditionally, and fight wherever he tells him, and the new world will eventually come.

"Okay, that's it for now. The follow-up active comrades will be led by Vladislav and Arseni. I will also arrange for you comrades who have experience in revolution in Xiling City, and comrades like Vikenji, Reliable comrades from the former Workers’ Mutual Aid Association like Augusta will assist in the work. After we finish the meeting, I will send a message to Chairman Boyne to apply for support, so that the terminal will be ready as soon as possible to cooperate with you to deal with the scavengers outside, and help us Gain a firm foothold in Winterhold to buy time." Veraker settled the matter methodically.

"clear!"

"clear!"

  Vladislav and Arseni saluted Verak.

   "That's the end of the meeting. Everyone rest early. There are still many things to do tomorrow." Verak nodded slightly, waiting for Victor to send a telegram to get in touch with Boyne.

   "Okay, let's go first."

   "Come on, go to sleep."

  The comrades present got up one after another and walked out.

   "Vy, Verak...Comrade." Cosmo, who was tied to one side, stammered.

  Verak, who had just finished sorting out the documents on the table, looked over: "Is there something wrong?"

   "I..." Cosimo regretted more and more in his heart, "Do you think, I, I... can I do anything?"

   "What do you want to do?" Verak asked with narrowed eyes.

   "I don't know..." Cosmo lowered his head, "I just, just want...to make up for my mistakes...Is there anything I can do, just say..."

"If you hadn't noticed your anomaly, we might all have died at your hands in a few days." Verak got up and passed Cosmo, "Give you a chance, and you once gave those comrades who died Chance?"

  Watching Verak stride away without looking back, Cosmo's heart was ashamed, and it was difficult for half a word to come out of his mouth.