Him and their stars

The person who spoke was the only female among the senior officers present, named Lieutenant General Visalia Tivington, who held the important position of Chief of Staff of the Expeditionary Fleet. She is about in her early forties and is a graceful lady. Although she is wearing a straight general uniform, her temperament does not look like a soldier, but more like a senior white-collar elite of a large company.

Of course, this type of woman is very good at it and has the capital to maintain it, so her real age may be older than her current appearance.

Seeing that all the officers were looking at him, Lieutenant General Tivington explained in a patient tone: "Judging from the news sent by the Thirteenth Fleet on the front line, judging from the battle loss ratio, we have already achieved victory." A huge advantage. In this case, the possibility of traps set by predators can be ruled out to a large extent. So, what considerations did Major General Marklov on the front line base on not adopting pursuit tactics? "

Yang Xiyi thought to himself that his speech was very organized and his tone did not sound aggressive. He obviously had special experience in expression management and physical training. This is no longer a superficial setting for top white-collar elites. They are either celebrities, lawyers or politicians.

"I'm not blaming them." She added: "But we haven't had a single encounter with the predators in the past three months, but this time the enemy was so large. Does this mean that , with the collapse of the Demon Palace Labyrinth, the main force of the Marauders themselves is in a certain stage of chaos."

Although this man looks like a white-collar elite and speaks in a politician-like manner, Yang Xiyi has also heard of this name. She was also an "old school sister" who graduated from the Lunar Military Academy. Later, during the military exchange between the Community and the Alliance, she was sent to study at the Alliance's highest military institution, the Covenant Defense Research University, and she graduated among the top three in her grade.

A woman, an Earthling, and a citizen of the community have achieved such results in an alliance of institutions of higher learning where elites gather together. At least the academic achievements are very inspiring.

All in all, if "moonmen" like Yang Xiyi and others are local academic masters who graduated from the Northern Qing Dynasty, Lieutenant General Teague is an elite returnee from Harvard. As long as there are no major changes, his official career will naturally be prosperous.

Moreover, compared to Admiral Conneris, who has a glamorous resume but little actual combat experience, this chief of staff has at least served as captain, squadron admiral, and important member of the military district staff.

Although Ai did not have any convincing achievements in his position as a commander of actual combat troops, who dares to say that this is not actual combat experience? He then served as the head of the military research department at the General Staff Headquarters and published several papers on armaments and tactical innovations. All in all, he is also a technocratic officer with a resume that is even more perfect than that of the Commander.

Of course, a highly educated elite bureaucrat like her still pays great attention to dignity. Although the content of her words was suspected of accusing the Thirteenth Fleet of being afraid of the enemy, her attitude was very mild, and it was indeed more like discussing a problem.

Since the other party still gave him face, Yang Xiyi corrected his attitude and explained: "I have indeed considered this possibility. However, what we can determine is that the total strength of the main fleet of predators that passed through the Gate of Glory is Not under our expedition fleet. They made all kinds of attacks in the east and west, successfully mobilized the empire's attention, passed through the Abyss Nebula and the Gate of Glory, and spanned two million light years without making any major mistakes. The commander of the Khan The ability is evident. The Predators may be in some degree of chaos now, but they shouldn't lose their unified command so easily."

Some senior officers born in the First Fleet seemed to show disapproval, but Yang Xiyi pretended not to notice. Anyway, Commander Canaris and Chief of Staff Tivington looked attentive and thoughtful, and that was enough. .

"As for the Thirteenth Fleet, after all, they were the first to enter the Devil's Maze Star Territory, and established a gravitational wave communication transfer station and deep space detector. They were also the first batch of coalition soldiers to fight against the predators, which can be regarded as an establishment. The first achievement. The strength of the Thirteenth Fleet is limited, and it is not easy to achieve this step. It is an explanation to the superiors and subordinates. The official personally believes that continuing to advance rashly will be extremely risky. Why not, let the empire Take the risk.”

Admiral Connors reduced his smile slightly, and there was a hint of warning on his face: "General Yang, we are sending troops this time to quell the Rebellion of the Marauders and restore peace in the New World. It is the Blue Star Community's mission to fulfill the obligations of galactic civilization. The duty of a member of Parliament consists of just and noble military conduct and nothing else."

Ms. Chief of Staff also said: "Earth will fully support our decision-making, so you should not put too much pressure on yourself because of some irresponsible rumors. Of course, military behavior should be considered with military thinking. That’s it.”

Yang Xiyi showed an appropriate expression of gratitude, exactly like a mature social person, lowered his head and said: "I understand."

Lieutenant General Picard on the side did not hide his disdain, and stared at Yang Xiyi with eyes as big as copper bells, his face full of sorrow and sorrow of "Brother, how did you degenerate into this?"

"However, what you just said makes sense." Ms. Chief of Staff changed the subject and expressed her apology in a more sincere tone: "Indeed, the soldiers of the Thirteenth Fleet have done everything they can. It's my fault that I can't do it." Knowing the situation on the front line, I took it for granted! I’m very sorry.”

She glanced at Admiral Connors covertly again, who kept a serious expression and said in a rather majestic tone: "Then, let the Thirteenth Fleet remain stationary while continuing to maintain control of the surrounding areas. Exploration of the star field. In any case, this expedition has the support of all countries in the galaxy, and our strategic advantage will not be shaken. The more channels we can enter, the more beneficial it is to us."

"Yes! The Marauders have limited troops. If they lose the Devil's Labyrinth, they will definitely deploy heavy troops in certain node galaxies. Frontal combat will lead to a stalemate. At this time, we should consider using other routes for deep penetration." Staff Officer Ms. Chang added.

"Indeed, we clearly have an absolute advantage. If we end up in a protracted and idle war, we will be sorry for the country and the people's full support for us. Lieutenant General Tivington, please... um, prepare a march plan with Major General Yang. We need Let the main fleet arrive in the Devil's Labyrinth as soon as possible!" said the commander.

Yang Xiyi felt that if the two generals weren't wearing crisp senior officer uniforms and had serious and majestic tone and attitude, he might have thought they were talking about cross talk.

At this time, a female general sitting directly opposite Yang Xiyi asked: "By the way, General Yang, the devil's maze is said to have been cracked, but this should be our speculation, right?"

This is a speculation shared by our side and the empire. Yang Xiyi thought this in his heart, but said: "This is my judgment. I can only say that I am more than 80% sure."

The female general said: "So, I heard that this matter is the result of Colonel Yu Lian. Is there such a thing?"

Yang Xiyi smiled and said: "He said he got clues in this regard and went to check it out. However, I don't know anything about psykers, so I can only let him play freely."

"This is indeed his style, and he always succeeds." The major general said to the commander and chief of staff: "It is better to wait until Colonel Yu Lian returns, listen to his opinions, and then make the next decision. If If we say that the destruction of the Devil's Labyrinth is really his fault, then there is no one in the galaxy who understands the current situation better than him."

The actual first-in-command and the theoretical second-in-command of the expedition fleet looked at each other. Logically speaking, a mere colonel is not qualified to participate in this highest-level military meeting, but that person is special after all.

What's more, the effects shown by things like the Devil's Labyrinth are too metaphysical, far beyond everyone's understanding of astronomy and astrophysics. Since technology cannot respond to their demands, of course they can only turn to occultism for help.

And this major general lady is the most famous occult expert in the entire expedition fleet. She looks more than ten years younger than the chief of staff, and her appearance is more than twice that of the latter. Her eyes, one blue and one red, make her temperament even more mysterious and elegant. If Lieutenant General Tivington is a white-collar elite who can be artificially trained, this one is a natural witch.

...Of course, he's not too much of a soldier.

But even so, Admiral Conneris and Lieutenant General Tivington were still very polite to her. Because her name is Azisha Mallowan, the commander of the Community's psionic special forces, and currently serving as the chief occult advisor to the expeditionary fleet.

The commander and chief of staff said that one cannot but listen to what experts say, whether it is true or false, at least on the surface one must have an attitude. So, the chief of staff asked: "When will Colonel Yu Lian return?"

"No matter success or failure, we will definitely return before May 30." Yang Xiyi said.

"So be it." Admiral Conneris nodded.

Yang Xiyi saw that the commander seemed a little disappointed, but he didn't know whether he thought Yu Lian came back too slowly or too quickly.

The commander added: "Lieutenant Admiral Kapid, it is better for you to lead the 10th Fleet to set off first and meet with the 13th Fleet. If anything happens, there will be someone to take care of it."

This is actually a regular command that means neither up nor down, but it is also a command without any mistakes. What's more, General Picard stood up to attention with almost no hesitation, and agreed with a high-spirited voice, looking like a pioneer who is building roads and bridges across mountains and rivers. However, Yang Xiyi always felt that that guy must have gotten tired of looking at the commander, and it would be great if he could stay away from him as soon as possible.

In this way, the first high-level meeting of the expedition fleet came to a successful conclusion.

It was indeed very successful. Although everyone did not reach any constructive proposals, Yang Xiyi felt that he had only succeeded in preventing the top command from making blind moves, which could be regarded as a complete meritorious deed. However, after this meeting, which lasted less than an hour, I felt even more tired than the previous battles with the predators.

"Actually, what if we really follow what the woman said and press all the fleets up? As long as we hold firm, the predators should not be able to find a gap." After the meeting, Lieutenant General Capid said to Yang Xiyi .

Yang Xiyi smiled bitterly and said: "I'm just afraid that all the fleets will overwhelm us. Our huge force will make the commander's head get hot. Besides, if we are crowded in the same galaxy as the empire's fleet, it will be easier to get hot."

The bald general thought for a while and sighed: "This battle is going well. I clearly have the advantage, so why do I feel so bad? Tsk, no matter what, I will take the first step and I will be stable on the front line."

After bidding farewell to his old friends, Yang Xiyi suddenly remembered that since the expedition fleet was composed of the local fleet as the core, doesn't it mean that the young backbones of Horatio Wynn's youth club should also arrive in the New World? Those gentlemen used to be my students, should I treat them to a drink?

He then let out another "poof" and thought to himself that he was not a member of the youth club. How could he have such a good relationship with those chuunibong boys? Moreover, as a "Deputy Chief of Staff" representing the New Continent Department, I am too close to the young backbone officers of the Home Fleet Department. I am afraid that Admiral Conneris and Vice Admiral Tivington will misunderstand, right?

Yang Xiyi was not afraid of their misunderstanding, but was afraid of trouble.

Thinking of this, Major General Yang Xiyi had a splitting headache and felt that even if he drank black tea mixed with brandy tonight, he would not be able to save his low mood.

Of course, if he knew that the Scarlet Throne that someone was on had returned to a stable return route and had two jumps left, it would enter the instant communication range of "Xuan 16" within less than twenty-four hours of cruising. My mood might get better.

Now, Yu Lian on the Scarlet Throne is also facing a farewell.

"So, are you leaving?" Yu Lian looked at Lan Jiufeng and then at Count Black Moon, feeling really reluctant to leave.

"The matter is over, and we have returned to the stable waterway, so naturally it is time to leave." Lan Jiufeng stroked his silver beard and said.

"Besides, after this battle, your strength has greatly increased, and it will be a matter of course for you to reach the six realms. I watched the sky at night as a teacher, and I estimate that your fate will fall on your subsequent actions. If you are a teacher and Hei Brother Yue is still nearby, maybe it will ruin your fate."

Yu Lian couldn't help but be startled. Since this cheap master came out of seclusion for a week, his temperament has become more and more calm, as if the void will break at any time, as if every word he speaks has the flavor of being casual.

"Master, my fifth ring is less than four months old. Are you kidding me?"

"Nonsense, of course I'm joking." Lan Jiufeng said angrily: "He entered the saint stage in four months. My teacher has never heard of such an example."