Lost and Spy

May 1945, 3, 1:9 am.

This is an exciting day for Filipinos.

Three years have passed since the fall of the Philippines in May 1942 to today, and the Philippines finally has its own government.

Although, this is also a puppet government under the control of Americans.

Osmina and all the officials arrived.

Osmina delivered a passionate speech.

But at this moment, there seemed to be a faint sound coming from outside Malacañang Palace.

Then the sound became clearer and clearer.

There seemed to be a lot of people shouting something there.

Captain William walked in and said a few words in Meng Shaoyuan's ear.

Meng Shaoyuan then said a few words to Levi.

The sound became louder.

Everyone was there whispering.

What happened?
Levi came to Osmina and whispered: "Outside, a large number of Filipinos are gathering to protest!"

Just as he finished speaking, the sound from the tweeter came.

This time, everyone heard it:
"We want food, we want freedom, we don't want dictatorship!"

Osmina's face changed greatly: "How did they approach Malacañang Palace? Why didn't they stop them?"

"Today is the day when the constitutional government was established. So many reporters came. General MacArthur ordered that there must be no bloodshed." Levi said with a gloomy face.

Slain also said: "Not only bloodshed, but any unpleasant things must be avoided, otherwise once reported, it will cause serious consequences."

Most of the people who came here were journalists from the United States and the United Kingdom.

This was originally intended to build momentum.

But now?
Meng Shaoyuan also came over: "We strictly implemented General MacArthur's order and did not use force. But there were too many people coming and we could not stop them.

But you can rest assured that I have asked my people to build a human defense line in Malacañang Palace. We will defend Malacañang Palace to the death! "

"The lives of American soldiers are also precious, and they cannot be allowed to suffer unnecessary losses." Levi then changed the subject: "Did they make any demands?"

Meng Shaoyuan said: "They demand immediate talks with President Osmina and put forward their demands!"

The eyes of several people fell on Osmina.

Osmina hesitated.

Today is a great day for the establishment of a new government. Should I let myself go and negotiate with those people?

No, this is absolutely unacceptable to me!
"I suggest." Slain saw the other party's contradiction: "For special reasons, postpone the founding ceremony for two hours. Mr. President, we must consider public opinion.

It is indeed an emergency, but it can also better test your adaptability. Maybe you can use this opportunity to increase your reputation and let the Filipinos know that they have elected the right president! "

At this point, what else can Osmina do?
……

More than a thousand Filipinos gathered outside Malacañang Palace.

Densely packed.These have all come here one after another these days.

The leader holding the loudspeaker is Fimino.

When he saw a large group of officials coming out of Malacañang Palace, Fimino stretched out his hand.

The crowd that had been chanting slogans just now suddenly became quiet.

A trumpet was also delivered to Osmina's hands.

Osmina picked up the loudspeaker: "I am Sergio Osmina, interim president of the constitutional government of the Philippines. People of the Philippines, today is the day when a new government that can truly represent the will of all Filipino people is established... "

“No, you cannot represent the entire Filipino people!”

Fimino interrupted him unceremoniously: "You were not elected by the people, and even the vast majority of the Filipino people do not know what a constitutional government is.

Manila is still experiencing suffering, the people of the Philippines are still experiencing suffering, and even here, we are still experiencing suffering! "

At this time, von Matoran had already whispered in Osmina's ear and introduced Fimino.

Osmina frowned.

This damn guy.

And von Matoran, why not avoid this potential threat in time?
The reporters' spotlights flashed crazily.

With their professional acumen, they knew there would be big news today.

In front of so many reporters, Osmina tried his best to endure the unhappiness in his heart: "Mr. Fimino, I know there is still fierce fighting in Manila, but a new government must emerge so that it can better lead the entire Philippines to fight for democracy. Independence and freedom.

Of course I am aware of the suffering you have suffered.If you need my help, please tell me. I promise that I will do my best to help you within the scope of my responsibilities!You will get what you want, but today it is necessary to ensure that there are no obstacles to the formation of the new government. "

This is a gesture of goodwill towards Firmino.

He was also telling the other party in a subtle way that as long as the demonstrators could be dispersed, he would not treat him badly.

"Some of us died, at the hands of Americans!" Fimino's voice suddenly rose: "He just wanted a piece of bread, he just wanted to live!

Our demand is that the murderer must be punished, the American who killed the Filipino must apologize, and he must be put on trial.And I have already mentioned all these to Mr. von Matoran, but he was rudely rejected!
I know he is your assistant, but is he Filipino?Can a constitutional government control it?Whose interests does this government represent? "

A series of questions made Osmina look livid.

He glared hard at Von Matoran next to him.

Von Matoran reported the matter to him and vowed that it had been solved.

Is this his solution?
Want Americans to apologize?

Are Americans still going to be tried?
Crazy, Firmino is really crazy.

However, Fimino's request is not over yet: "We demand that the list of all members of the constitutional government be published. We also have the right to know who among them is qualified and who is incompetent. This is for all the Filipino people. Responsible!"

"This is impossible." Osmina flatly refused: "We will announce it, but there is still fighting in Manila, and most of the Philippines has not yet been liberated. When the entire Philippines is liberated, we will definitely release all government personnel Leave it to the public for review!”

This is quite beautifully said.

And it also makes it impossible for the other party to refute.

Fimino changed the subject: "You are right, Mr. Osmina. Then, we have another request. There are thousands of homeless people here. They struggle on the verge of death every day. Their situation must be Improved.

I ask you to provide them with a place to stay, provide them with daily necessities of food, and provide them with jobs.If this is not possible, we will continue to protest here! "(End of chapter)