Shadows of the Deep Space
Chapter 332 - 309: Exploding Star (Five in One)_4

Chapter 332: Chapter 309: Exploding Star (Five in One)_4

Thinking of this, Su Ming began scrolling through the messages on the forum to gauge the reaction of the Federation public and the various elite classes.

"Fakier, the King, is indeed a hero of his time, a true hero of the Neutral Country."

"Exactly, it’s just so impressive!"

"So, are we safe now?"

"What are you afraid of? Haven’t you noticed that the level of the Imperial Army is just so-so? These people are brainless barbarians."

"Right, if you ask me! The Federation should take this opportunity to send troops and give them a good thrashing!"

"That makes sense, let’s send troops to beat them."

...

As Su Ming read these comments, his brow furrowed tighter; he felt increasingly that something was amiss.

In just one night, the entire outlook of the Federation public had shifted.

Citizens who had previously been worried about being attacked were now clamoring for the Federation to send troops following the defeat of the Imperial Army.

"It’s really satisfying. I say the Federation should take this opportunity to kick them while they’re down."

Zhang Yi said excitedly.

"Be rational. The situation is unclear; acting rashly could easily lead to trouble."

Su Ming reminded everyone sensibly.

"Some people have already become impatient to enter the fray."

Allu told Su Ming and the others.

"Who?"

"Mercenaries; since the news broke yesterday, there have been media reports that large numbers of mercenaries have already set sail for the Neutral Country region."

"Alright."

Su Ming responded gravely.

...

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Starlight City·Federation Government Administrative Building·Dawn Hall 2.

Gakels, Farren, Alicia, and the highest administrative officials of Sixteen District, as well as the City Lords of the eight major planetary cities except for the Black Flame Star City Lord, all sat at the round conference table.

Unlike the previous projections, everyone was physically present this time.

They were there to discuss matters related to the Neutral Country.

Gakels began to speak with composed gravity.

"I presume everyone is aware of the great victory in the Neutral Country?"

"Yes, Fakier really played a good hand; he staged a miraculous comeback and inflicted heavy damage on the Imperial Army, which has now retreated to the Crimson Country region."

Lin Aojun, the senior administrative officer of District One, said.

"The Imperial Army’s retreat is good for us. At least we won’t have to be on edge all the time."

Alicia said with a smile.

"Alicia, I think you’re overestimating the Imperial Army. Looking at this war, the Third Legion’s fighting strength is nothing special. I think we should take this opportunity to strike first, deal them a heavy blow and reclaim all the Neutral Country territories, along with our lost industries!"

Farren said very excitedly.

His statement made everyone in the conference room pause momentarily. Were they about to enter into battle?

Alicia responded to Farren’s words.

"Farren, I think you’re underestimating the enemy. Don’t you think there was something off about how the ’Blood Fang’ Third Legion fought in this war?"

"What could be wrong? Aus is just a brainless beast that knows nothing about strategy, only head-on assaults! He’s very easy to deal with, we should take this opportunity to really put them in their place!"

Farren replied fervently.

"This is not a good idea. I believe we should continue to fortify our homeland; there’s no need to take the risk of sending troops."

Alicia countered directly, sharing her viewpoint.

Then Xiao Lie and others turned their gaze towards the Gakels City Lord.

Gakels pondered for a while before speaking.

"The main reason I called everyone here was to discuss reinforcements for the Abyss of Descent."

Instantly the conference room was abuzz, and everyone was discussing in confusion,

"Reinforcements for the Abyss of Descent?"

"Why the sudden decision to reinforce that area?"

"Isn’t the Abyss of Descent fine as is?"

...

At this point, Farren asked with a dark face.

"Gakels, the Second Legion is stationed at the Abyss of Descent, so why reinforce there unnecessarily?"

Farren did not agree with sending reinforcements to the Abyss of Descent because if this decision passed, it would mean that the troops would be withdrawn, leaving them with nothing to counter the Imperial Army.

"The Residual Light Army’s main fleet was heavily damaged and returned for repairs, right? To this day, they haven’t been fully repaired, nor has the crew been replenished. I was thinking of reinforcing that area, just in case!"

Gakels explained gravely.

"I oppose it. Even though Star Hiding is damaged, as Farren said, the military strength there is still very abundant. If we now divert troops from the Federation for reinforcement, it will only lead to a vulnerability in the Federation’s defense. With the Imperial Army eyeing us greedily, we can’t take that risk."

Alicia opposed directly.

Seeing that both Farren and Alicia opposed, Gakels knew that today’s meeting would be inconclusive, so he said gravely,

"Let’s conclude today’s meeting here, everyone should go back and get some rest!"

"Hmph!"

Farren huffed coldly, stood up, and left in large strides.

Alicia then said to Gakels,

"Gakels, I advise you to get your priorities straight; the Federation’s capital is what’s most important."

After saying this, she too stood up and left.

Xiao Lie and the others followed suit, standing up and walking out together.

As they left the conference room, they discussed in low voices.

"I’m really at a loss, three Vice Chairmen, three different suggestions!"

"One wants to attack, one to defend, and another to reinforce. It would be a miracle if this meeting could produce any result."

"Sigh!"

...

Inside the conference room, Gakels did not stand to leave but sat silently in his chair, his expression weary.

Time slipped away minute by minute.

About half an hour later, Yun Rou entered the room. She approached Gakels respectfully and said,