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The news of the February 26 Incident in Japan, where the Fire Execution was used to publicly burn over Eighty Thousand people, spread rapidly across the globe, sending shockwaves of terror.
Reactions varied from country to country. In Huaxia, the populace found a sense of satisfaction in the news; before a major conflict could arise, their enemies were embroiled in internal strife. To anyone observing, it seemed like good fortune. Conversely, other nations reacted with fear. The brutality displayed by a ruling government against its own rebels was unprecedented in history, particularly in modern times. The perception that the Japanese were a cruel people began to take root worldwide.
However, there was one individual who nodded in approval upon hearing this news: Little Mustache. He endorsed such efficient and ruthless executions, recognizing their strong deterrent effect domestically and their intimidating impact internationally. Moreover, since the military was the target, Little Mustache promptly inquired with his Minister of Justice whether Germany's Code of Fair Competition included provisions for Fire Execution. If not, he suggested that Parliament discuss the possibility of adding a clause for using Fire Execution in cases of Treason. Yet, he firmly believed that they should never emulate the inhumane act of Eradicate Three Clans.
In fact, even Prince Yuhito and Kujou Yuuma were taken aback by the concept of Eradicate Three Clans. When he recounted the story of Judy to the Emperor, mentioning Eradicate Three Clans and punishing entire clans was merely casual talk. But when the Emperor publicly invoked the term, he was momentarily stunned—was it really that powerful? Nevertheless, he did not object; instead, he gave a thumbs-up to Hirohito. After all, when it came to Oni, death was death; if it had to be brutal, so be it! He felt a twinge of regret for not being able to participate directly due to his status.
With the February 26 Incident concluded, there were no significant changes in government; however, the upper echelons of the Military Headquarters had been largely purged. To fill such a vast number of vacancies, an Imperial Conference convened under the leadership of Prince Yuhito. Normally, this meeting would be presided over by the Prime Minister, but out of fear, he invited Prince Yuhito to take the lead. When His Majesty arrived at the venue and saw that Prince Yuhito occupied the seat of honor, he merely nodded in acknowledgment without surprise.
In that moment, the local government officials and the already silent deputy positions of the military headquarters understood. It seemed that Prince Yuhito's favor had reached an unimaginable level for them.
"Yuuji, tell us, how should we navigate the situation after the military headquarters' rebellion?"
"Your Majesty, the military headquarters is acting so recklessly because they need war to gain power! In times of war, everything in the country will lean towards conflict—money, resources, manpower, agriculture, and even public opinion will be manipulated by the military headquarters under the pretext of war!"
"Your Majesty, it’s not that the military headquarters is insane; rather, Japan needs war to expand its territory. Only then can the empire gain greater benefits!"
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