The Empire begins with the Fourth Scourge.

Chapter 2303: Lundili Raid (Part )

2304: The Lundili Raid (Part )
The command center of the planet Rendili.

"General, the Imperial fleet has stopped 30 light seconds away from us and is reorganizing its formation." The radar soldier ran over to report.

"Tsk tsk tsk tsk... All warships, open fire. Bomb... the Imperial Fleet. Tsk tsk tsk tsk..." Admiral Trench stroked the chelicerae at the corners of his mouth and gave the order directly.

"Yes!"

Vice Admiral Malcolm Granger asked curiously, "General, why didn't you order a long-range bombing when the Imperial Fleet first appeared? But now you are bombing again?"

"Tsk tsk tsk tsk... Because the Imperial fleet won't attack. Tsk tsk tsk tsk..." Admiral Trench said slowly.

"Not launching an attack? Why?" Lieutenant General Malcolm Granger was even more confused.

"When they first showed up... I needed to ensure that the battleship's cooling system was in optimal condition. Tsk tsk tsk tsk... So there was no long-range bombing. This will narrow the gap in combat power when we fight head-on." Admiral Trench tapped his pointer, "And now, since they won't attack... then I need to keep up the pressure. Tsk tsk tsk tsk..."

He seemed very satisfied with his judgment, stroking his claws and said: "Why not launch an attack? Tsk tsk tsk tsk... Because of supplies and morale. Their attacks, although sharp, are not long-lasting... Tsk tsk tsk tsk. After several months of sailing, their condition is very bad. The firing frequency of the Imperial-class Star Destroyer is decreasing faster than normal. Tsk tsk tsk tsk..."

Lieutenant General Malcolm Granger was surprised and asked, "You are able to observe even this?"

"The intelligence is all in the details...tsk tsk tsk tsk." Admiral Trench said proudly.

As they were talking, there were bursts of dazzling flashes outside the porthole - those were the flashes of the orbital defense cannons firing near them. Apparently, in order to maintain a strong fire suppression, even the orbital defense system on the ground opened fire.

Vice Admiral Malcolm Granger nodded. "So you're saying that, despite the Imperial Fleet's previous offensive being so fierce, they have actually been sailing at warp speed for several months, and the spirits of the fleet's officers and men have reached their limit, and their energy reserves are running low!"

He thought for a moment and said, "Should we take the initiative and force them to fight us in a bad state?"

"Tsk tsk tsk tsk... That's a way to die." Admiral Trench stroked his claws and said, "The Executor-class Super Star Destroyer did not participate in the battle with its full strength. Tsk tsk tsk tsk..."

Malcolm Granger was startled, then suddenly realized. Indeed, in the previous assault, the most powerful and terrifying super battleship, the 19000-meter-long Executor-class Super Star Destroyer, had always stayed in the center of the fleet array, only firing occasionally!

"The opponent's commander... is a master. Tsk tsk tsk tsk..." Admiral Trench narrowed his eyes.

"But no matter what, the enemy's raid has failed. In this case, we can directly block their logistical supplies and starve them to death here!" Malcolm Granger said firmly.

"From the current perspective, it is indeed the case. Tsk tsk tsk tsk tsk..." Admiral Trench pondered for a while and said, "But I am not sure whether the other party has... a trick up their sleeve. Tsk tsk tsk tsk tsk tsk..."

"I will immediately lead a fleet to the edge of the galaxy to maintain the hyperspace blocker array and prevent the Imperial fleet from opening up the supply line!" Malcolm Granger immediately volunteered to fight.

"Here are 100 Victory II-class Star Destroyers and all Victory I-class Star Destroyers. Tsk tsk tsk tsk...be careful and don't fall into the trap." Admiral Trench nodded, "If the Imperial fleet comes to support...don't engage in battle. Tsk tsk tsk tsk." "Yes!"

Although the Victory I-class Star Destroyer was already a battleship of the previous era in this level of battle and could not pose any threat to the new battleships like the Imperial class, it was a 900-meter-long Star Destroyer after all, and was still a deadly threat to the light cruisers of the Galactic Empire.

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At the same time, on the bridge of the Super Star Destroyer Executor, the flagship of the Galactic Empire fleet.

Darth Vader's tall and terrifying figure stood motionless in the center of the bridge, and only the heavy breathing sound coming from the respirator could be heard. This rhythmic breathing sound made almost everyone on the bridge silent, fearing that they would alarm this terrible demon and bring about a fatal disaster.

At this time, a naval officer came over and asked carefully: "Sir, may I ask...what is our next plan?"

"Rest for three hours, then continue the attack." Darth Vader said coldly.

A drop of cold sweat flowed down the officer's forehead. He whispered, "My Lord, I'm afraid it's a bit difficult to continue the attack... After three months of warp speed sailing, the energy consumption of those external warp engines is very high. Now the energy reserves of each warship have reached the bottom. Moreover... because of the unexpected losses that continued during the voyage, the damage control department has been overloaded. Their status..."

Before he could finish his words, he was lifted up by an invisible force! Darth Vader said in a devilish voice, "Launch the attack in three hours."

After saying that, he waved his hand and threw the officer out, and he hit the console with a bang.

"Order all ships to rest for three hours and then launch another attack!" The adjutant immediately conveyed the order.

Although the captains of each warship cursed in their hearts, facing the terrifying power of Darth Vader, they dared not show any expression.

The captain of the Executor came over and asked, "My Lord, the Executor is in a better condition. Otherwise, let us charge forward this time. I believe that with our firepower, we will be able to destroy the Separatist defenses in one fell swoop!"

Because the Principality of Dawn once stood with Count Dooku, after the war was renewed, the Empire once again labeled the Principality of Dawn as a separatist.

However, Darth Vader said coldly: "Executor, continue to stand still."

"Yes..." The captain responded with his head down, then returned to his post to continue commanding the battle.

"My Lord! The radar has found something!" An officer walked over quickly. "The Separatist fleet has separated some of its warships to conduct a short-distance hyperspace jump. The target should be the hyperspace blocker array at the edge of the galaxy! They want to cut off our supplies!"

"Don't pay attention to it." Darth Vader remained unmoved.

The helmet completely covered his face, making it impossible to see any expression on his face.

Three hours later, the entire imperial fleet was once again at full power, heading towards the Rendili galaxy at full speed!