From cannon fodder to sweeping across thousands of stars.

Chapter 287 Operation Codename: Supernova Explosion
Miller asked President Brandon directly and directly.

Faced with this problem, the federal president, who was usually high-spirited and confident in his movements, fell into hesitation and silence.

From the perspective of being responsible for this country, Brandon should not hesitate to choose the former between national interests and his own political career.

But after he tastes the sweetness of controlling power, is he still willing to pay the heavy price of "ending his political life"?
Obviously, Brandon does not have this kind of good character, otherwise he would not take the initiative to contact the military-industrial complex and cooperate with them in depth for his own votes.
"I take this oath in the name of the all-powerful President of the Human Federation.
I will faithfully perform my duties as President of the Federation and respect and protect the rights and freedoms of all human beings and citizens of the Federation.

Make every effort to abide by, maintain and defend the Federal Constitution, and safeguard the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of the Federation.

Serving all citizens faithfully”

Brandon couldn't help but recall the highlight moment of his life, the moment when he held the Federal Constitution and was sworn in as President of the Federation.

But how long has it been since I recalled this scene and that solemn oath?

Now it is becoming more and more blurry in my mind.
Opposite Brandon, Defense Secretary Miller looked at the federal president who fell into silence, with a subtle smile on his lips.

"It's okay, Mr. President, you can think about this issue slowly. Signing the general mobilization order is also a big event, so there is no rush to make a decision today.

And even if you agree to sign it, we will convene the chief officers responsible for all aspects of the military to conduct a discussion on the "General Mobilization Order" before then.

After all, you only need to sign, but there are still many things that other units need to do. "

Miller paused, then continued:

"Although there is no need to rush into signing the general mobilization order, there is another thing I need to inform you about."

"What's going on?" After hearing Secretary of Defense Miller's last words, President Brandon finally came to his senses and looked up and asked.

"Plans for the next phase of large-scale military activities."

Miller sent a battle plan to Brandon through the terminal, and the latter quickly projected it directly above his desk.

“This combat plan is one of the strategic plans we prepared before the war, and the prerequisite for its activation is that our army will launch a large-scale counterattack.

And now, it is an opportunity that meets the conditions of this combat plan. "

While listening to Miller's report, Brandon looked at the title of the plan.

"Operation Plan—Operation Supernova"

When he saw the first page of the plan and the amount of troops required for the combat operations described, Brandon's eyes suddenly widened.

"Fifteen main fleets and six unmanned fleets? Do you still need support from the garrison fleets of the autonomous governments in the systems around the war zone?"

He raised his head and looked at Miller where the old god was, his eyes full of doubts.

"What do you and Trafalgar want to do? Have a fleet battle with the Empire?"

"Mr. President, you have to understand it as 'Fleet Battle'." Miller nodded.
"Although this is certainly not the last large-scale fleet battle in this war, it is indeed a 'quasi-decisive battle' that will play a 'final word' at the current stage."

"I need you to give a reason, otherwise I cannot agree to you launching a battle of this level. There are too many troops involved. If the battle fails, the entire federal navy will be paralyzed."

Brandon's expression was serious. Because of his understanding of Miller and Trafalgar, he would doubt whether they wanted to expand the war whenever he looked at any move these two men made.

"Okay. Well, although Mr. President, you don't know much about military things, but since you asked, we will naturally explain our reasons.

By the way, this combat plan was not just finalized by Trafalgar and I, but was finalized by the Naval Command after discussion, so you should not treat us both like 'dictators'."

Miller shrugged, obviously he still had some objections to the way Brandon looked at him now.

"Like all combat operation names, 'Supernova' was chosen before the war.

Because this battle plan hopes that this large-scale offensive of the fleet can annihilate the enemy as violently as the energy generated when a supernova explodes.

The premise for the launch of this combat plan is that we can generate an absolute numerical advantage in ships within a certain period of time and turn this numerical advantage into a victory.

Now, this condition has been met. "Miller said while operating the holographic projection device on Brandon's desk.

Soon, a huge star map unfolded. In addition to the galaxies of each galaxy, there was also the location, strength, status and other information of the naval fleets of the Federation and the Star Dragon Empire.

"The Star Dragon Empire just completed a troop rotation some time ago. According to the intelligence we received, Duke and William, who belong to the Regent Party, withdrew to Star Dragon with their respective fleets and artificial celestial fortresses. Rest in the empire.

Their replacements were the two Dukes of Hastings and Artesia from the Princess Party. In terms of military strength, in addition to the two man-made celestial fortresses, there were eight expeditionary strike groups, and they were all well-established new troops with high morale. Entering troops.

At the same time, according to the information collected by our long-term lurkers, the Duke of Hastings should be the one with the strongest ability to command fleet battles among the five current Dukes of the Star Dragon Empire. "

Defense Minister Miller referred to the markings on the star map and spoke fluently about the current situation of the Star Dragon Empire. He had obviously been prepared to report beforehand.

"A new force with high morale, and there are also two man-made celestial fortresses. If I remember correctly, the eight expeditionary strike groups are two more than before, right?"

Brandon raised his eyebrows, "In this case, you still decided to take the initiative?"

"It is a new force, but it is also a fleet that has not been baptized by large-scale fleet battles and is definitely lacking in experience.

On the contrary, our fleet has accumulated a lot of experience after this year of fighting.

Moreover, the replenishment of personnel, equipment, and ships based on local operations must be faster. There is no need for rotation and rest to allow these fleets with combat experience to quickly replenish their establishment.

Coupled with our numerical advantage in the fleet, taking the initiative to attack when the imperial fleet's foothold is unstable can produce miraculous results. "

Miller's tone was firm and serious. When discussing military issues, he became less cunning and more iron-blooded.

Immediately afterwards, he gave the last and most crucial reason:
“The biggest reason why we chose to launch this campaign at this time is because of this rare opportunity.

After the news of the emperor's critical illness reaches the front line, even if it is covered up by the fleet's senior officers and soldiers, I believe that this news will definitely affect the judgment of the two dukes.

You must know that they are already the ones standing at the top of the Star Dragon Empire's pyramid, and the issue of legal succession is also very important to them.
Because they will eventually swear allegiance to the crowned new emperor, these dukes must hope that the person they support and assist will come to power.

At this time, if the two Dukes on the front line were to face a 'decisive level' fleet battle, they would inevitably have concerns, and 'vacillating' and 'contemplating' were absolute taboos for military strategists.

Therefore, for this large-scale operation, the Navy, from Marshal Trafalgar to the combat staff, and even the fleet commanders of each fleet, are full of determination to win. "

After listening to Miller's eloquent words, Brandon fell silent.

He did not know much about fleet warfare, but after listening to Miller's analysis and description, the president began to feel that this battle seemed worth fighting.

Including the unmanned fleet, the Federation will dispatch an unprecedented 21 main fleets, totaling more than 5,300 warships of various types.
In terms of fleet numbers, the Federal Navy undoubtedly gained an absolute advantage on this battlefield.

Although the role that the empire's man-made celestial fortress can play in a battle cannot be measured by "a few fleets".

But in the battle with these giants, Marshal Trafalgar gradually understood their various characteristics and summarized many usable tactics.

So when they appeared on the battlefield again, they no longer had the 'shocking' sense of oppression they had when they first appeared.

Of course, this does not mean that the Federation looks down upon this thing, otherwise they would not allow their mobile fortresses to be included as soon as possible.

After all, being swept away by the fortress' flashlight will have devastating consequences for any fleet.
"I will convene an emergency meeting immediately. Mr. Minister, please elaborate again at the meeting later." Brandon looked at Miller and said after pondering for a moment.

"It seems that you agree with the federal navy to implement this combat plan?"

"Yes, because I think the outcome of this battle will have an impact on my other decision-making."

"You mean the general mobilization order?" Miller sat up straight and stared at Brandon seriously.

"Yes, if in Operation Supernova our navy can prove their ability to defeat the enemy"

Brandon paused for a moment, as if making a final struggle, but this struggle did not last long, and soon he said the next words that would be recorded in the history books in the future.

"Then I will agree to sign the general mobilization order and launch a war of annihilation against the Star Dragon Empire."

(End of this chapter)