Unlike the Eastern Soryu period, when military meetings were always held at the Coast Defense Headquarters, as the Republic of Sunivia expanded its territory to the entire territory of the Inland Sea, it was clearly not a good option for the fleet cruising in the open sea to return every time. Pen? Interesting? Pavilion wWw. ｂiquge。 ｉｎfo

Because of this, Ruoxiwan made a decision after officially serving as the marshal of the military department.

Since there is only one strait between the open sea and the inland sea, there is no better place to establish a defensive line and intercept enemy forces than that natural barrier.

Although the fog near the strait persists all year round, and it may be difficult to establish a stronghold directly there, there is no need to build a fortress in the middle of the strait, but it is more likely that the road will be blocked if there are any special circumstances in the future.

So, after some deliberations, Wakakewan reached a consensus with the presidential palace headed by Yakumo Azusa, and used a lot of money to build a sea fortress on the inner side of the strait, some distance away from the entrance—————— which is the current base of the Second Fleet of the military department, which is known as the "strongest shield".

The eight fleets cruising the open seas are tasked with exploring uncharted waters. The other three fleets, led by the Second Fleet, were responsible for protecting the barriers to human society and peace and stability when the former opened up its territory. In other words, this sea fortress, guarded by the Second Fleet, is the "national gate" of the Republic of Sounia.

Considering that it was too much time to have to cross the entire inland sea from the open sea to return to the Republic of Sonivia every time, and that this sea fortress was actually the only way for the fleet to return home, Ruoxiwan simply decided to set the place for the military meeting.

"Wow, it's been a long time since I've been here. Compared to last time, it seems like a little subtle change. ”

"Well, after all, Marshal Ruoxi has not held a military meeting for several years, and it is natural that there will be changes. Then again, sf. ...... Ahem, Mr. Yuehua, are you coming to this sea fortress for the first time?"

"Ah, when Sister Ruoxi ordered the construction of this fortress, I was already enjoying life at home. Although I had heard them mention it at dinner at that time, it was the first time I saw the real thing. It's amazing how complete it is...... If I could, I'd love to let the game company take the material here. ”

It took Ji Yuehua and the others nearly ten days to return to the location of this sea fortress from the location of the open sea.

Now. Walking slowly down the stairs from the deck, Ji Yuehua responded to the questions of her juniors while looking at the place where she had set foot for the first time with a sigh.

Since there are no civilian residents, the building is modeled like an ancient castle. On a foundation supported by columns and special metal ropes, a retro-style rampart surrounds the castle in the center. Whether it is the residence of the Second Fleet, or the conference room that Ji Yuehua and others need to go to on this trip, they are all inside the castle. In contrast, some of the facilities that members of the Second Fleet might use on a day-to-day basis are scattered around the castle.

Presumably to highlight the status of the building and to get a good view, the castle is not built on the same level as other buildings, but on a slightly raised artificial hill.

Although it may look like a product of the chaos of the times, the materials and techniques of the building are at the forefront of this era. This style seems to be the personal preference of the military marshal himself. The wall, which is a mixture of special alloys and Illammon materials, will not easily collapse even if it is attacked by an A-Rank Beast. In addition, there are a large number of holes built between the walls, which are equipped with countless weapons that can automatically sense, and will actively attack as long as they detect the traces of creatures other than humans.

While guarding the "strongest shield", there is also such an advanced military weapon, there is no doubt that it can be called an iron fortress.

Although Ji Yuehua had visited the coastal defense line of the Republic of Soonivia and the fortress on the "Island of Resources" many times when he was still on active duty, it was the first time in his life that he had seen a fortress of this scale and built on the sea on the premise of having both aesthetic and practical value.

In that solemn atmosphere, Ji Yuehua's eyes were quietly covered with tranquility, mixed with a little sentimentality and nostalgia.

That's how times have changed. In the past, we could only think from a practical point of view, without considering the aesthetic effect

The years of walking on a tightrope are no longer imminent, and even such magnificent buildings are beginning to be completed.

Perhaps, one day, when humanity no longer has to face the threat of alien creatures, this place will also become a tourist attraction that can be opened to the general public, and more than a thousand people visit every day?

Although it feels extremely distant, it is not completely unimaginable, probably because I have gradually become sentimental as I grow older, and I have been exposed to too many story works in the past four years, resulting in a feeling of vicissitudes that is several times stronger than ordinary people, right? Thinking of this, Ji Yuehua couldn't help but shake her head and smile bitterly in her heart.

"That...... Mr. Yuehua?"

From Ji Yuehua's sudden silence, Kaga more or less guessed the emotion in his heart, Kaga carefully called his name, and after confirming that Ji Yuehua had come to his senses and showed no signs of anger, he continued, "Although Akagi and I are not very familiar with the situation here, but we have been here a few times, do you need us to take you on a tour of this sea fortress?"

"No, forget it. Thank you for your kindness, but you will be attending the review ceremony with Admiral Chu Jing later, right? Until then, relax in the lounge. ”

Faced with the intimate proposal of the juniors, without any thought, Ji Yuehua smiled and shook her head and refused.

Even if he used to be the general staff of the military department, now he is just an ordinary handyman, and he is not qualified to participate in any official activities of the military department.

If his identity is revealed, it will be another matter, but he has no plans to publicize the news of his "comeback". Anyway, if Yakumo Zi and Ruoxi Wan felt that it was necessary, they would definitely call him somewhere in this sea fortress for a discussion in the end, or let Ling Chujing take him to the headquarters of the Seventh Fleet for a video conference as before, otherwise, he felt that there was no need, and he was happy to be idle before receiving the formal summons. According to preliminary estimates, he can be idle and have nothing to do, and he will have at least five or six hours at his disposal.

On the other hand, Kaga and Akagi, although not required to attend military meetings, were required to attend later reviews and reports along with other members of the Seventh Fleet...... These are all things he heard from the mouths of Akagi and Kaga a few days ago. Overall, they are probably given less than two hours to use freely.

I'm an idler, so it doesn't matter if I'm looking around. However, there are still serious affairs on the juniors, and as seniors, even that pride does not allow them to affect each other, making the originally sufficient time extremely tight.

Ji Yuehua had a soft smile on her face and said to the two juniors, "Well, I'm not a child anymore, don't worry about me." It's just a matter of strolling around, and it doesn't matter if you don't have a guide. All in all, let's see you in a few hours. ”