Above the skyline dome, an aerial duel is also in full swing. The two sides involved in the war were respectively associated with high-performance attack boats and two garrison ships of the Liber Kingdom Army.

In terms of performance, the Society's attack boats naturally far exceeded the standard airships of the Royal Army. This was also reflected to a certain extent in the results of the battle. Although it is necessary to talk about the understanding of tactical coordination and the experience of air combat, the side of the royal army is far more than the association several grades, not to mention that the experienced veteran general Morgan is personally commanding this operation, but in a short exchange of fire, it was found that it was difficult to win the association airship of the cooperative and tactical Liber airship, and he wanted to escape with a turn, and took advantage of his own speed to gradually widen the distance.

"This direction...... Hehe, the abacus is playing well, but unfortunately all this is what I expected. Looking at the airship that was gradually moving away on the radar map, General Morgan snorted coldly, "Continue the pursuit at full speed, notify the second and third detachments to supplement our airspace, and the fourth detachment will recycle to the lake." ”

"Yes!" The soldiers, who did not question the orders of the old general, faithfully carried out the order. Soon, the guard boat, which had not been at its maximum power for a long time, began to accelerate after a heavy breath.

"After flying another 1,000 Cell, decelerate, the speed is positioned at 85% of the maximum cruising speed. Also remember to be alert for minefields around you...... If I'm right, they must have changed their tactics and tried to lure us into their ambush. ”

"I see...... That's why you sent a fourth group for reinforcements? The adjutant who saw the old general's expression of victory also showed a triumphant smile, "Brigadier General Cassius and the partisans are trying that hard...... We must not lose. ”

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In other regions, there are large-scale special forces sent by the association, so the royal capital, which is the economic and political center of the entire country, is no exception. Rather, the threat to the royal capital is the greatest. Humanoid weapons far outnumbered those of the surrounding cities from all directions, striking the weather-beaten gates of the royal capital.

Fortunately, Cassius had been prepared for this, and the military forces around the royal capital were unprecedentedly strong under his command. Lieutenant Colonel Sid worked day and night to establish a complete defense system and facilities for the outer city, with the personal guards and elite army divisions guarding the main roads everywhere, and the soldiers of the squad patrolling or reinforcing according to the route. In addition, Cassius, the god of war in the hearts of the soldiers of the Liber Kingdom, personally sat in the command of the Reston Fortress, and he was sure that nothing would go wrong.

"The humanoid weapons at the west gate of the royal capital have all been wiped out, no one on our side has died, only ten soldiers have been seriously injured and some lightly injured, and they have now been handed over to the field medical staff for emergency treatment and treatment." Inside the fortress, Cassius was reviewing the mountains of papers on his desk while listening to the report of the garrison on the other end of the communicator.

"Good work." As he signed his instructions on a document, he gave an order to the other end of the communication: "Move a quarter of the troops to the mountains near the north gate for rotation and rest, and the rest of the soldiers will take another round." Then you will be reinforced by another group of soldiers. ”

hung up the communicator, looked at the report in front of him, and the sorrow between Cassius's eyebrows did not decrease: "The royal capital is considered to be withstanding it here...... But the ark hasn't ...... yet."

"Your Excellency, Brigadier General." The adjutant who handed over the report on the side saw Cassius's appearance, looked strange, and asked unceremoniously: "The association is just a criminal organization, how can it be worthy of being the opponent of our kingdom army?" ”

"Don't be careless." Cassius gave him a blank look, thinking to himself how you newcomers who don't know the world understand the horror of association, "Except for the four detachments under the direct command of General Morgan, the rest of the garrison boats must continue to intensify the search of the ark, and report to me immediately if there is any clue." ”

"Yes." Although his heart was full of confusion, Cassius's words were still like a holy decree to these young people who grew up listening to his stories, not to mention the fact that the situation within the kingdom army had improved greatly since he took office, so he no longer bothered and faithfully carried out the order.

"Also, this emergency directive will be issued everywhere without delay." When the officer left, Cassius slowly leaned back in his chair, "I hope what that kid Haligar told me won't really happen...... In that case, the hole card is ...... But all kinds of information show that ......"

After thinking for a long time, Cassius finally made up his mind and picked up a communicator that he had never used before—"He's right, they need their power now." ”

"Brigadier General?" As soon as it was connected, there was a voice of sincere fear from there - obviously, this young man also felt a great responsibility for the work of the operator of this special special line.

"Hehe, don't be so nervous." He was relieved, "It was my mistake not to make an appointment beforehand, but now that the situation is urgent, I can't take care of it so much." You...... Go and call him. ”

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"I ......" In a secret detention room, Richard, who was dressed in prison uniform, listened to the concerned words on the other end of the communicator, and his face was embarrassed: "Your Excellency, this is ...... Is it appropriate? ”

"There is no better fit than you. Listen, Richard......" The voice from there was no doubt, "I know better than anyone else your love for this country, and it is precisely because of this character, which is both a strength and a weakness, that you will be taken advantage of by a traitor like Wiseman...... I know very well that even if Your Majesty and I forgive you for the sins you have committed, I am afraid that you yourself will not forgive yourself...... But. Cassius interrupted Richard, who was about to say something, "But I've told you about the situation now, it's really critical, and we need everyone to contribute to it. Whether it's self-blame or entanglement, let's wait until it's over—in any case, you are my proudest disciple, and even I admire your sincerity towards this country. So...... Protecting Liber and protecting this country is what you and I should focus on. ”

“…… You are right, Your Excellency. Richard was stunned for a moment, and Cassius woke up the dreamer with a word, "Atonement, guilt...... All this will have to wait until there is peace in the kingdom...... But......" thought about it, and Richard noticed another problem, "I'm not a colonel now...... The Ministry of Intelligence no longer exists, and even if my swordsmanship is still somewhat good, how can I help in this situation? ”

"Your answer is here, Colonel." Cassius didn't respond, but a cheerful voice came from behind Richard—he jerked back to see his former lieutenant, Kenona, looking at him with a smile on his face.