Rejecting the proposal of the consul Wang Zeren is essentially tantamount to disobedience. However, in terms of form and procedure, Wang could not directly issue combat orders, of course, he held the real power of the border fleet, and the commander, Admiral Karios, and his staff were completely subordinate to him. But even if he knew this kind of inside story, Jiang Ziyue still firmly refused this kind of combat mission.

He said to Wang Zeren sincerely: "Your Excellency, we are a regular army, and now we are in a state of war with the Federation, and we do not need to use the name of pirates to invade their territory. ”

Wang Zeren explained: "The Senate's resolution is that even if our fleet wants to use the threat to the enemy's mainland to contain the Wehrmacht, it will never cross the center line of the border space of the 135th parallel. Therefore, it was legally and procedurally impermissible to enter enemy territory in the name of 'the Senate and the Roman People's Army'. In the next 'three-headed dog' operation, the containment fleet will only make a feint in our airspace before the main side fleet captures the 'easy' planet. ”

"But in the end, we still have to cross the 135th line and attack the Federation's 'Aegis' star field." Jiang Ziyue said that he was puzzled by the Senate's twisted mentality that was both eager and extremely shy.

"That's just an optional goal for the final stage. To this day, we still abide by the Interim Ceasefire Treaty and have not crossed the border space of the 135th parallel. Moral and political superiority. ”

"Your Excellency, this advantage has not brought us any benefit. The enemy has twice invaded our territory with a large fleet and unilaterally tore up the Provisional Ceasefire Treaty, and there is no need for us to be bound by a piece of waste paper. It is my duty to attack the enemy's territory in the name of 'the Senate and the Roman People's Army.' Your Excellency, we can't have 'Song Xianggong's benevolence', let us fight the enemy with dignity. ”

Jiang Ziyue made a request loudly. His words are also the psychology of the vast number of young imperial officers and soldiers, and they should give a powerful counterattack to the enemy who has repeatedly attacked.

"I'll put a bill on it to the Senate. But the current plan is that we must launch a surprise attack in cooperation with the 'Three-Headed Dog' plan. Until the Senate adopts the decision to terminate the Provisional Ceasefire Treaty and completes the corresponding procedures, our fleet can enter the territory of the Federation only under the guise of 'pirates'. ”

Wang Zeren also looked quite helpless. He is a retired general, and like Jiang Ziyue, he attaches great importance to the honor of the army. However, he was also the consul of the empire, the first senator of the Senate, and he had to act with a high degree of responsibility to the entire Senate and the Roman people. Abandoning flexible and effective stratagems for the sake of illusory honor is something that any politician with a savvy can spurn.

Jiang Ziyue looked at Wang Zeren and hesitated for a long time before saying, "Okay, Your Excellency, I accept this task." ”

The other party changed his mind, let Wang Zeren look away, and said happily: "Do you have any requirements?" ”

"Yes. First, I will personally select the composition of the fleet and the warships, and second, I will demand that after the sortie, I have the greatest possible freedom of action, including changing the target of the attack. ”

"No problem. I have instructed the military tribune to arrange for men to take over your work, and you may leave at any time. The two generals, Karrios and Bazuran, had drawn up a detailed plan for the attack. ”

"I'm leaving for the planet Iserlohn tomorrow. Farewell, Your Excellency. After Jiang Ziyue finished speaking, he shook hands with Wang Zeren.

"Good luck with you. Good bye. Wang Zeren said with satisfaction. In his eyes, Jiang Ziyue is willing to go out, and the action is already half successful. If Jiang Ziyue's actions have the desired effect, then the credit will not be taken exclusively by conservatives.

“vei，vidi，vici.” Jiang Ziyue shouted a slogan, then saluted and turned to leave.

After returning to the military department, Jiang Ziyue did not announce the new appointment to his colleagues in the department, but only told Dana privately? Pontic, dinner at his house, by him to entertain.

This evening, Jiang Xiaoqi and Fatumei? Together, Azai cooked a sumptuous dinner of Chinese and Arabic flavors. The four of them gathered for dinner, completely oblivious to the prying eyes of the large number of paparazzi outside the house.

At the banquet, Jiang Ziyue informed everyone that he would leave the "New Byzantine" planet tomorrow and be transferred to a new position in the border fleet.

"You're leaving the military so soon?" Dana looked a little disappointed.

"I can't help it. The border fleet needs me even more. Jiang Ziyue said with a smile, "Actually, it's not bad to stay here, don't worry about being afraid, you have a fixed working time, and you can go home every day." ”

"There are 'bodyguards' everywhere I go, and there are people guarding the door at home. It's a good life. ”

Fatoume followed suit. Because of eating, she didn't wear a veil, only wrapped a headscarf, which completely showed her delicate face.

"Are you going to war again?" Mother asked worriedly. She knew about her son's contributions to the military over the past few years, and she had heard others refer to him as the "God of War." Therefore, when he heard that his son was going to return to the border fleet, he immediately realized his son's future.

"Probably not, but I didn't know the specific mission until I got to the planet 'Iserlon'." Jiang Ziyue said casually.

"This year's national dividend has arrived, only 20,000 yuan, and there is an additional 10-year war bond." Mother said. Although she did not know much about current affairs, after receiving a war bond with a face value of 20,000 gold marks, the woman's intuition told her that the country should be at war again.

"Just don't fight on our soil." Fatoume said calmly.

"I just hope that there will be no war, neither at home nor abroad."

Jiang Ziyue's words are deep and long, showing that he is very sincere in what he says. He is well aware that over the past two years or so, he has been responsible for the deaths of hundreds of thousands of people, whether they are enemies, comrades-in-arms, or innocent people. And it is clear that this number will continue to increase.

"Sir, when will you be back?" Dana asked with concern.

Regarding her question, Jiang Ziyue was a little speechless for a while. This time he is going to lead the army to invade the territory of the Immortal Interstellar Federation, which is considered to be a lone army, and if he doesn't get it right, he will be wiped out, just like the previous Federation troops who invaded the territory of the empire, there is no return.

"It's hard to say. But I'll be back to see you when I have a vacation. Jiang Ziyue said with a smile on his face, pretending to be relaxed.

"In half a year, I can be discharged from the army. The recruits have spoken to me and want me to stay as a sergeant. ”

"What do you mean?" Jiang Ziyue asked.

"I want to go back to studying." Dana said without hesitation.

"Where are you?" Fatoume asked suddenly.

"I am a citizen of the planet 'Taiji'." Dana replied proudly.

As soon as he heard the "Tai Chi" planet, Fatumime's face darkened. In her eyes, that damned planet was the place where her brother Omar was killed, and the people there not only looked down on the people of the rest of the empire, but also often engaged in ulterior intrigues.

Jiang Ziyue immediately realized that Fatumei remembered his deceased brother because of the name of the planet "Taiji", so he immediately said: "Fatumei, next time I have time, I will also travel to the planet 'New Mecca'." ”

Fatume's face immediately opened up and he asked enthusiastically, "Have you never been there?" ”

"Once, but just looking at it from space. Do you know? At first, I thought that the planet 'New Mecca' was full of deserts like 'Iserlon', but I didn't expect it to be a green planet with 90% forest coverage. ”

"Yes, she's a beautiful planet." Fatoume proudly said, "We all think that she is a magical world created by Allah." ”

"I've never been there either." Dana also interjected, she seemed worried about being swept aside by Jiang Ziyue.

Jiang Ziyue smiled and said, "Let's go together next time." I heard that the air there is better than that of the planet 'Africa'. ”

"Then I'll be able to do my best as a landlord." Fatoume laughed too.

Shortly after dinner, Dana told her to go back to the barracks. Jiang Ziyue returned to his room to pack up.

In fact, there was not much to pack, except for two sets of civilian clothes and a set of military dresses, and only a small antique photo frame, which contained a paper photo of him and Lotta. In the photo, the handsome Lota has grown black hair, and she is hugging Jiang Ziyue affectionately and smiling happily at the camera.

Jiang Ziyue held a photo with Lota and lay on the bed. The warm and romantic scene that happened in this room after the wedding is vivid.

Mother Jiang Xiaoqi walked in and saw her son lying on the bed in a daze, so she asked softly, "Son, why did you leave in such a hurry this time?" ”

Jiang Ziyue quickly sat up and said, "Mom, this time the task is a bit urgent, so I have to set off as soon as possible." This time it may be that the attendance time will be very long. ”

Hearing her son say this, Jiang Xiaoqi couldn't help but worry. "Could it be long? Are we really going to war? I heard from colleagues that the Senate wanted to take revenge on the two invasions of the Union and was preparing a massive military outlet. ”

Jiang Ziyue put down the photo in his hand, stood up, and said to his mother: "For more than two years, we have been in a state of war with the Federation, but we have not officially declared war. I am a soldier and an officer, and there is no reason to refuse the call of the motherland. But, Mom, don't worry, I'll be back safely. ”

"I'm really worried. After losing this daughter-in-law, I was scared, and one day I would lose my son. Jiang Xiaoqi said and hugged her son excitedly.

"Mom, I'm going to be fine. I've fought big and small battles in the past few years, and I still stand in front of you well? You have to believe that others have compared me to the 'God of War', so since I am a god, I must have boundless mana, and I will definitely be able to return safely." Jiang Ziyue hugged her mother and said confidently.

Although the words of comfort seemed a little self-deceptive, Jiang Ziyue still embarked on a journey to the planet "Iserlon" with great ambition. There, the horn of the offensive was sounded.