USSR 1991

Yanayev has fulfilled his promise. People who said before that they want to make this country look good are now either hiding in Western Europe or the United States in fear, living shivering, or living in the dark in the coal mines of Siberia.

He straightened his tie, closed his eyes, and the scene that flashed in his mind was the lonely road that he had traveled alone for so many years.Outwit America, outwit Western Europe, and even outwit those damn traitors.Even half a month ago, once trusted allies and companions betrayed themselves and joined the ranks of working-class enemies.

After the Soviet Union became strong again, he had nothing.

After endless glory and enviable power, there is a deep sense of loneliness.

A person walks through the thickness and precipitation of the historical track.

The door was opened, and the director of the office walked in, and whispered respectfully to Yanayev, "General Secretary Yanayev, preparations for the meeting have begun. Everyone is waiting for your arrival."

He nodded and said, "Well, I'll be there soon."

This was the first Politburo meeting after the arrest of conservative forces. Some old friends' faces no longer appeared at the meeting, and new faces replaced them.After the last cornerstone that blocked the trend was smashed, the Politburo ushered in a complete change.Police from the Ministry of Internal Affairs rang the dachas of many high-ranking officials in Moscow to inform them of their arrests. Some of them could not believe that Lukyanov had betrayed everyone.The undercurrent hidden in the depths was uprooted, and there was not one left.

The Politburo directly replaced a quarter of its officials.

Officially proclaimed the demise of conservatives, and the birth of reformers.

Yanayev turned around and went out with a serious expression.The leather shoes trampled on the corridor, just as they were sonorous when they walked on the marble floor in 1991. He walked through many sufferings alone.

There is also an indelible hope, and the stories that happened in this palace are quietly emerging in memory.Political conspiracies, power struggles, and shady interest transactions, all of which eventually turned into a silent trickle in the face of the interests of countries.

"Death does not belong to the working class."

"Poverty does not belong in socialism."

The teachings of the sages still echoed in his mind, and made him remember what he was going to do.

For this era, this country, and the people.

Dazzling light seeped in from the window and shone on his face, with a resolute expression, like the most loyal believer walking a pious pilgrimage.

The end point was a closed door. He put his hand on the cold doorknob, turned it lightly, and pushed the door open.

The light surged towards Yanayev like a raging and wanton tide, engulfing him instantly.The line of sight suddenly opened up, and all the powerful figures in Moscow stood up.

Either deep or surprised eyes were all focused on him, waiting for Yanayev to speak on stage.

He took a step forward and stepped onto the podium with a serious expression.

Only the sound of their heartbeats and the speech of General Secretary Yanayev were quiet in the meeting place.

"Dear comrades..."

"We are sitting here today to decide the future and the way out of this country. I think all of you here feel the same as me. After experiencing turmoil and turbulence, the Soviet Union has finally returned to the right track. Here, I sincerely Thank you to everyone here. Thank you for your support of this country."

The voice is not loud, but every syllable falls into the ears of others accurately.

"Thank you for being on the side of the people."

Chapter 988 The Second Candidate

"In the past few years, we have gone through the most difficult moments. Including the blockade of the West, the betrayal of our allies, and even the brink of civil war. However, all this has passed. The Soviet Union has gone through the most difficult moments, and we won the final out of the shadow of failure.”

Yanayev looked around. Surkov, Yazov, and Vladimir were all listening to him quietly, and the meeting was quiet.They are all heroes who came here during the August [-]th coup. Of course, some people have left here forever.

Akhromeyev, who succeeded Karennikov, also unexpectedly appeared in the conference room at a meeting that did not belong to him. Some people privately speculated that this was Yanayev showing his favor to the army. , thanks to Akhromeyev and the Ministry of Defense for sending tanks to surround the Supreme Soviet building, so it is not surprising that military representatives appear here.

Yanayev's tone was very calm, but every word he uttered represented the highest will of the country.

"Our influence has returned to Eastern Europe, and those damn traitors have paid their due price. I would like to thank everyone present for everything they have done. Your contributions will be remembered forever by the world and will last forever. "

After speaking, the audience applauded.

What Yanayev said is not important anymore. What is important is that after this coup, everyone present here will become a new elite class reborn, of course, there is one exception.

Comrade Pavlov knew that he should leave here. Even Yanayev and his colleagues in the August [-]th Committee were willing to forgive him for his past, but due to political considerations, a traitor could never sit in the position of Prime Minister of the Soviet Union. In his position, his application for resignation was reasonable.

"Are you going?"

Pavlov nodded, acting very lightly, "Let's go, the people who should be detained are in the sailor's silent prison, why do I have any reason to stay here, General Secretary Yanayev, my task has been completed But when some people see the conservative figure standing here, they feel uneasy after all, and only when I completely disappear can they extinguish their last glimmer of hope."

Yanayev asked calmly. He leaned against the marble pillar in the corridor, held a cigarette in one hand, and said slowly, "Where are you going in the future?"

Pavlov took a deep breath and said, "Go back to Smolensk Oblast, I was born there, and it is time to go back now. In the past eight years, everything I have done can be regarded as done, and it is time to hand over to Others, I recommend Comrade Kovalev as..."

"There are already candidates under consideration for the position of Prime Minister of the Soviet Union." Yanayev abruptly interrupted what Pavlov said. Series preparations."

Pavlov was stunned, unexpectedly, Yanayev had already had a new candidate for prime minister in mind.

"The current Chairman of the Supreme Soviet of Belarus, Alexander Grigorievich Lukashenko, will succeed you as the new Prime Minister of the Soviet Union."

Lukashenko?

The first image of Pavlov was that he brought down the old fox of Shushkevich in one breath. At that time, everyone heard that Yanayev was behind Lukashenko. Now listen to the tone of the general secretary There may be a deeper meaning behind the transfer of him to Moscow.In other words, he was prepared to do both.

If Pavlov offered to resign, Lukashenko would succeed as Prime Minister of the Soviet Union as soon as possible. If Pavlov did not submit his resignation, I am afraid that Lukashenko would also be transferred to the central government. At this time, Pavlov Love has fallen into power, and it is only a matter of Yanayev's replacement.

Although loyal to Yanayev, he is also a traitor to the conservatives.

"Comrade General Secretary has already prepared?"

Pavlov seemed relieved, "Lukashenko is capable. If he is appointed as the Prime Minister of the Soviet Union, he deserves his name, and he is also a Belarusian, so he can block some People's mouths—don't say it so badly, as if the Soviet Union was just the Soviet Union of the Russians."

Yanayev did not continue to struggle with the issue of Lukashenko. He did not need to repeat his recognition of Lukashenko's ability. Comrade Lukashenko was originally the number two candidate. If this The second coup was beyond his expectations. If the overall situation collapses, Yanayev will initiate an emergency filing as soon as possible, and Lukashenko will form a shadow cabinet in Belarus to resist the conservative regime.Of course, this probability may only be one in a million, so this Belarusian father has no chance to show his strength in this thrilling coup.

"It was prepared a while ago, Comrade Lukashenko, you should be on your way to the Kremlin now, Comrade Pavlov, I suggest that you should go back and take a good rest and prepare for the handover."

In Pavlov's view, Yanayev at this time seemed a little indifferent and unreasonable. He was indeed a strongman with one word and one word on the issue of power, and Lukashenko just happened to complement him.

There is nothing left to say.

Pavlov turned around and took one last look at the Kremlin. Soon he would say goodbye to all this. The final outcome was that Lukashenko was stationed in Moscow, and he left the city sadly.

"Comrade Pavlov."

Yanayev stopped him from behind, and Pavlov froze for a moment.

"How about going to my house for a drink after get off work today?"

He shrugged and said, "Even if it's a farewell dinner for you, it's not as the general secretary of the Soviet, but as your old friend."

A black car drove into the parking lot of the Kremlin, and a middle-aged man in a black suit got out of the car. He straightened his tie and walked towards the gate of the Kremlin.

Familiar new faces will always attract the attention of others, especially such a resolute and calm face with the same deep eyes. When he walked to the door of the office director, the middle-aged man paused at the door and knocked on the door. door.

Valery didn't raise his head, just pushed his glasses and said please come in.