82: Chapter 82 The First Case of the Founding of the Nation! Someone Wants to Seize My Territory?

Lin Zhou's fingertips tapped lightly on the smooth surface of his office desk. Tap, tap, tap...

Before him lay several blueprints from global construction companies, outlining plans on how to turn the desert into a habitable land.

Just then, the black encrypted communicator on the desk rang without warning.

Two characters danced on the screen: Gao Jian.

Lin Zhou swiped the answer button.

"Head of State!"

As soon as the call connected, Gao Jian's voice rushed through, his tone cracking slightly from sheer excitement.

"We... we've received our first case!"

Lin Zhou leaned back into his wide chair, a faint smile playing on his lips.

"Oh? What kind of case could make our Republic's Chief Prosecutor Gao so excited?"

On the other end of the line, Gao Jian seemed to be panting, forcefully suppressing his emotions.

"It's... it might be... a case of subverting national sovereignty!"

He practically roared the last few words, his voice distorted by the intensity.

Subverting national sovereignty? Lin Zhou raised an eyebrow. Are they playing for such high stakes right out of the gate?

He had imagined countless opening scenarios, but he hadn't expected hellish difficulty right from the start.

"Tell me the details, don't rush." Lin Zhou's voice remained steady.

"Yes! Head of State!" Gao Jian quickly adjusted his breathing and began his report at a rapid pace.

"While the Procuratorate was monitoring global internet public opinion, we discovered something!"

"A Japanese influencer called 'Wilderness God KENJI' has over three million followers on YouTube. He has recently released over a dozen videos, all of which are detailed analyses of our nation-building!"

Lin Zhou picked up his water glass and took a sip: "That's normal, the whole world is analyzing us."

"No! Head of State, it's different!" Gao Jian's voice suddenly rose, "He is imitating, he is inciting!"

"He publicly declared that whatever you can do, he can do too! He also cited numerous international legal provisions to argue that Bir Tawil is no-man's-land, and whoever plants a flag first and exercises effective governance owns it!"

"He believes that our Republic's sovereign basis is flawed! Because we... have not yet had any citizens truly set foot on that land!"

The office fell silent instantly. Only Gao Jian's slightly heavy breathing could be heard transmitting through the line.

Lin Zhou's fingertips stopped tapping.

"He... has already raised nearly a million dollars in nation-building funds through online crowdfunding!"

"He used this money to purchase a full set of desert survival gear and a professional photography team, and even rented a low-orbit satellite communication channel to prepare for a global simultaneous broadcast!"

"According to the itinerary he announced, he will enter Bir Tawil from northern Sudan in half a month! He intends to plant the flag of the 'New Tokyo Nation,' which he designed himself, on our territory and declare the establishment of the 'New Tokyo Nation' to the whole world!"

Finishing in one breath, Gao Jian waited nervously. He felt as if his heart was about to jump out of his throat. This matter was too big.

After listening, Lin Zhou did not speak for a long time. There was no expression on his face, he just felt the whole thing was a bit absurd. An influencer, wanting to come and reap the fruits of someone else's labor?

"Heh..." Lin Zhou finally couldn't help but chuckle.

"Chief Prosecutor Gao, you did very well. The intelligence is very timely and very important. This can indeed be considered the number one case of our Republic."

Hearing the Head of State's affirmation, Gao Jian's voice trembled slightly, but he was more concerned about what would happen next.

"Then... Head of State, what should we do? Although this is like a joke in international law, if he really manages to land successfully and broadcasts it globally... will it cause a substantial impact on our sovereignty claim?"

This was what he was most worried about. The foundation of a nation!

"Impact?" Lin Zhou's laughter carried a hint of coldness.

"He's overthinking it."

"An influencer, bringing a tattered flag and a few photographers, wants to subvert a country that has already gained recognition from ten sovereign states and established diplomatic relations with Vatican City?"

"Does he think this is playing house?"

Although he said that, Lin Zhou knew better than anyone that this matter must not be taken lightly. Flies may be small, but they are disgusting!

Once this KENJI really manages to pull off a global broadcast on his territory, regardless of the outcome, the Cyber Freedom Republic would become a laughingstock to the whole world!

A country that can't even guard its own territory, who would take you seriously? How could you ever hope to survive in the international community in the future?

For a newly born nation, dignity is more important than money and technology!

"Chief Prosecutor Gao, the Procuratorate will continue to follow up on this matter. I want the other party's movements at every moment, accurate down to what brand of compressed biscuits he buys."

"Yes! I guarantee I will complete the mission!" Gao Jian's voice was sonorous and powerful.

"Additionally," Lin Zhou paused, his tone becoming playful, "Prepare yourself. In a few days, you, our Chief Prosecutor Gao, might need to personally attend the law enforcement scene."

"..." On the other end of the line, Gao Jian was clearly stunned.

A few seconds later, a voice trembling with excitement came from the other end of the line. "Re... really? Head of State! I... I guarantee I will complete the mission!"

Hanging up the phone, Lin Zhou stood up and walked slowly to the huge floor-to-ceiling window. Outside the window was the bustling traffic of Beijing.

A faint, elusive smile hung on his face. A farce. But at the same time, it was a great opportunity delivered right to his doorstep!

What does a newly born nation need most? It is an opportunity to showcase its strength to the whole world!

This time, what is being showcased is not diplomatic rhetoric, but armed forces that can truly defend sovereignty!

This ignorant Japanese influencer is practically a pillow delivered just when one is feeling sleepy.

He picked up another phone and dialed the Minister of Interior and Security, He Jun. The call was answered instantly.

"Minister He, there is work to be done." "Please instruct me, Head of State." He Jun's voice was steady and capable.

"Within three days, recruit a temporary police force of five to ten people from among the citizens."

"The requirement is that they must be veterans, preferably from special forces. Their combat skills, discipline, and psychological quality must all be top-notch."

"Understood." He Jun went straight to the point, "What about equipment? What kind of equipment is needed?"

"We don't need weapons for now." Lin Zhou thought for a moment, "But at the very least, we need a decent set of police uniforms."

"Find a good design company, get the designs done overnight, and have them rushed using high-quality materials. Remember, the police uniforms need to be designed to look handsome and dignified, and it should be obvious at a glance that they are a feature of our Republic, different from other countries!"

"Yes!"

After arranging the armed forces, Lin Zhou dialed the phone of the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Zhao Li, who was far away in Cairo.

"Zhao Li, there is an urgent mission." "Please speak, Head of State!"

"We need to pass through Sudan to dispatch a law enforcement team into Bir Tawil. You go communicate and handle everything, ensuring our convoy and personnel can pass through without obstruction and without undergoing any inspections."

"Remember, be fast, and it must be kept confidential!" "Rest assured, Head of State, within three days, I guarantee that the northern border of Sudan will be unobstructed for us!" Zhao Li made a solemn promise.

Finally, he notified the secretariat to arrange a meeting with the new Ambassador and Gao Jian in two days.

Everything was in perfect order. Lin Zhou wanted the whole world to open their eyes and see clearly. The Cyber Freedom Republic did not just exist on the internet and in diplomatic communiqués. It also possessed the strength to resolve any enemy that dared to invade.

He returned to his desk, opened his encrypted electronic calendar, and typed a line of text heavily on the date half a month away. [The First Display of the State Apparatus of the Founding]

He even felt like thanking that Japanese influencer named KENJI in advance. You will become the first target for our Republic to establish its prestige globally!