Chapter 173

The British Parliament.

Though Britain was a nation centered around its Queen, it still had a Prime Minister as its head of government and Members of Parliament who influenced his decisions.

However, this dynamic had shifted since Elizabeth III ascended to power.

The Prime Minister had been reduced to an executor of the Queen’s commands, and the Parliament’s authority had been drastically curtailed as well.

Faced with the Queen’s overwhelming influence, bolstered by the looming national crisis, they had no choice but to yield.

Consequently, Parliament had transformed into an institution that merely ratified the Queen’s decisions post-factum.

It had become, in essence, a formality-driven body.

Yet, this peculiar structure was now playing out in a most unusual way.

At this very moment, the Queen’s command had been issued.

To mobilize the nation’s military and halt the Red Army.

And within the British Parliament, this was precisely what they were discussing.

Mobilizing the national army was a foregone conclusion; the debate centered on the subsequent approval of *how* and *where* to deploy them.

Their official approval was required for the national army to move.

Even if it was a mere formality, procedures still had to be followed.

But then, someone appeared in the Parliament chamber.

Kang Yuseong.

It was him.

He had come to seize Britain’s brain.

A strategy to capture its brain and render it utterly helpless while Elizabeth III, the heart of Britain, was away.

“You’re insane.”

That’s what Fyodor had said when Kang Yuseong revealed his intentions.

Kang Yuseong was always like that.

In the direst situations, he always found the most effective course of action and executed it without hesitation.

Take the case of Russia, for instance.

Who would have expected him to strike directly at the Kremlin?

Fyodor, unprepared for his arrival, sustained a critical injury, and the tide of the war turned as a result.

The European Allied Forces became isolated, and South Korea’s defense forces solidified the front lines, delaying battle. This alone was a significant achievement.

It bought precious time for the South Korean mainland to regroup.

And now, a moment where Kang Yuseong’s decisive resolve shone brightest had arrived once more.

The British Parliament.

If this place were to be captured, Britain would lose the head capable of executing Elizabeth III’s commands.

Even if they scrambled to act later, the war would likely be over.

Such was the critical, time-sensitive nature of the current situation.

“We have agreed to unite with France to repel the Red Army! How about requesting Germany directly support Her Majesty the Queen?”

“That’s an excellent idea! By allying with France, we can surely contain the Red Army. I believe it would be most efficient to send the allied forces from Germany, Switzerland, and the Czech Republic to the front lines to breach the enemy’s defenses.”

Each Member of Parliament was engaged in a heated debate.

On the massive monitor before them, their opinions were being consolidated and displayed in real-time.

Though they had been reduced to an organ executing the Queen’s commands, their strategic thinking was surprisingly meticulous.

Even to Kang Yuseong, their operational plan was impeccable.

The strategy of using a coalition of British, French, and minor nations’ forces to block Russia’s Red Army seemed sound, and sending other allied forces to the front to breach South Korea’s defense lines also appeared quite astute.

“We’ve also sent an urgent request for support to Africa. Hardi, the leader of the African Union, has a special relationship with Her Majesty the Queen, so we can expect positive results!”

Following the Mega Shock, nearly all nations in Africa had also formed a single union.

That was the African Union.

Awakened individuals had emerged there as well, and once the nations, which had constantly engaged in civil wars, united into a single alliance, their military power could not be underestimated.

However, Britain, the leader of the European Union, had already taken measures concerning them.

If they, too, joined the front, South Korea’s defense forces would be significantly outnumbered.

Even though Russia’s Red Army had been brought in, that was only effective when facing the European Union alone.

“If Hardi participates, it will be a great opportunity to crush those arrogant Easterners!”

If the African Union joined the fray, it would be a tremendous boost to the European Union.

Just then, a voice spoke.

“Well, *if* they can join, that is.”

Startled by the unfamiliar voice, the Members of Parliament turned to look behind them.

There stood a black-haired man, smiling faintly.

“Y-you!”

The Members of Parliament looked shocked.

“Guards! What are the guards doing?!”

His sudden appearance threw the Members of Parliament into disarray and confusion.

“The guards won’t be coming. They’ve already been neutralized.”

“What…?!”

The Members of Parliament scowled, but as no one arrived even after a moment, they realized his words were true.

Just then, one of the Members of Parliament, with a greatly astonished expression, pointed at the man and exclaimed.

“Y-you! Could it be Kang Yuseong of Star Pharmaceuticals?!”

The Members of Parliament were composed of individuals with diverse talents and careers in various fields.

Among them was a Member who had served for many years in intelligence, and he was the one who recognized Kang Yuseong.

“Kang Yuseong? No way, *that* Kang Yuseong!”

A murmur spread among the Members of Parliament.

Kang Yuseong—wasn’t he the most troublesome name at this moment?

The supreme commander of South Korea, currently locked in a direct confrontation with Queen Elizabeth.

But why was he here now?

The Members of Parliament were plunged into utter chaos.

“That’s right. And you, esteemed Members, are now my hostages.”

“What did you say?!”

Kang Yuseong smirked.

Facing his smile, the Members of Parliament recoiled.

They were overcome by an ominous feeling they couldn’t quite place.

“Your resolution will never leave these walls.”

Kang Yuseong’s words struck the Members of Parliament with horror.

“Nonsense!”

“Nonsense? Does this look like nonsense to you?”

Kang Yuseong forcibly injected his memories into the minds of the Members of Parliament.

Brain Chain.

How Kang Yuseong had drawn in the Red Army, and how Moscow had fallen—all of it was forcibly implanted into the Members’ memories.

The Members of Parliament were utterly horrified by the vivid scenes that flashed before their eyes.

“N-no way! Is that why Fyodor…!”

At first, the Members of Parliament couldn’t believe the images surfacing in their minds, but as they realized the memories perfectly aligned with the current situation, they were plunged into profound shock.

Fyodor’s change of heart was the result of Kang Yuseong’s sudden raid on the Kremlin, forcing Fyodor’s submission…

Now they understood why the Red Army, after preparing to advance east, had abruptly changed direction and headed west.

Kang Yuseong had already laid out all his plans, unseen.

Like a spider meticulously weaving its web to ensnare its prey.

“Now, it’s your turn.”

Kang Yuseong smiled faintly.

The Members of Parliament trembled.

The guards must have already been subdued.

So, pressing the emergency call button would be useless.

Though there was a hotline to London’s defense forces, the moment anyone picked up the receiver, they would surely die.

Because Kang Yuseong was not one to allow such a thing.

And as far as they knew, if London’s defense forces were deployed, it would only be a matter of time before Kang Yuseong annihilated them.

A dire situation where they could neither advance nor retreat.

Ring, ring, ring, ring—

Just then, Kang Yuseong answered a sudden call, his smile deepening.

He ended the call and continued.

“I have more interesting news for you. At this very moment, one of my friends has also seized the European Union Autonomous Council. So, how does it feel to have all your limbs cut off?”

“W-what… what did you say?!”

While the British Parliament was a subordinate body that moved according to Elizabeth’s commands after deliberation, the European Union Autonomous Council was not.

Of course, Queen Elizabeth’s influence was undeniably vast, but they possessed their own decision-making authority.

In fact, the Members of Parliament present had been clinging to the hope that, in the worst-case scenario, even if their resolution couldn’t leave this chamber, the European Union Autonomous Council could still mobilize troops.

But now, even *that* place had been captured!

“I don’t believe it! No, how on earth is such a thing possible? Britain has a thorough security screening system that perfectly identifies all entrants…”

Kang Yuseong let out a snicker upon hearing that.

“It seems you place considerable trust in your own capabilities. Very well. I’ll give you a chance to call the European Union Autonomous Council. Anyone curious may connect the call.”

The Members of Parliament murmured, half in doubt, half in belief, until one of them picked up the receiver.

He then dialed the hotline number for the European Union Autonomous Council.

Ring-ring-ring-ring— Ring-ring-ring-ring—

Switched to speakerphone, the dial tone blared loudly.

Then, the sound of someone answering the phone was heard.

“Hello?”

At that voice, the Members of Parliament’s expressions froze.

It wasn’t English.

He had clearly answered the phone in Korean.

“If you called, speak. Otherwise, hang up.”

At his tone, which clearly conveyed annoyance, the Members of Parliament scowled fiercely.

There was no way they had dialed the wrong number.

Then the voice they were hearing…

“Ah, English! I need to speak English. Hi. Nice meet to you. And…”

The Members of Parliament swallowed dryly, focusing on the voice.

“My name is Do-jin Kim. I’m Korean. Uh… and you guys are in big trouble? How do you say that? Hmm…”

Kim Do-jin, who had been speaking in middle-school-level English, pondered for a moment before opening his mouth again.

“You are already dead. Okay? Understand?”

At Kim Do-jin’s blunt declaration of “You are already dead,” the Members of Parliament’s faces turned ashen.

This was no joke.

“Okay. Have a nice day. Bye.”

And Kim Do-jin was so nonchalant, he even offered a farewell.

“Oh, and Boss! Was that cool enough? Man, I can’t speak English, so I was surprised. The phone just rang suddenly.”

“Well done, Kim Do-jin!”

Kang Yuseong chuckled as he replied.

“You can hang up. These guys are about to wet themselves.”

“Heh heh, send my regards. Tell them I’ll put on a fireworks show worth seeing in London soon.”

“Understood.”

Kim Do-jin hung up, and some of the Members of Parliament slumped back into their seats.

“It seems the tide has already turned. Well, I bear no personal ill will towards Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, but…”

The smile slowly faded from Kang Yuseong’s lips.

“Her flawed judgment will require an appropriate response, won’t it?”

The Members of Parliament stared at Kang Yuseong, their faces trembling with fear.

“Let me just say one thing. The Queen…”

Kang Yuseong’s lips slowly parted.

“Is now doomed.”

A smile played on his lips.