Seven small assault landing ships broke through the sea of clouds one after another.

The hatch opened, and the twenty-one assault planes marched in turn, forming seven standard battle formations in the air.

"This is the 19th Airborne Squadron. The predetermined location has been reached. ”

"This is the temporary command post, HMS Royal Griffin. The 19th Airborne Squadron was deployed with the Jewel Princess as the center. The main mission is to cooperate with the Shoshi force to sweep away the enemy's air combat forces, and at the same time intercept all attacks against the Jewel Princess. The safety of the Jewel Princess is the first priority. ”

"Understood!" Squadron Commander Captain Lucio turned on the squadron communication channel, "Fifth and sixth squads!" The Energy Resonance Shield unfolds! Defend the target - the Jewel Princess. ”

"Yes!"

Six raiders broke away from the battle formation and formed a single wall formation in front of the Jewel Princess. Numerous small disc-shaped force field generators poured out of the heavy support backpacks they carried, grouping in groups of five to form one resonant shield array after another.

"Resonance, go!"

With a command, the dense array of resonant shields bloomed with cyan blue light at the same time. A barrier visible to the naked eye took shape in an instant.

"Long-range fire support from the third, fourth, and seventh squads. The first and second squads keep up with ......"

Just as Captain Lucio gave the order, the left shoulder of the body suddenly sank, and a terrifying metal clashing sound sounded at the same time.

(It's Shoshi!) Not good! ）

Captain Lucio was shocked. With years of practical experience, he immediately made a judgment.

At this time, the omnidirectional display has not yet had time to show the image on the left shoulder, and there is no reflection from the automatic alarm system.

If the Soarer is compared to a white dove with its wings spread, the Raider is nothing more than a hen that can barely flap her wings off the ground. Even the most ordinary Shoshi has a maneuver that far exceeds that of the Raider Soldier several times. The difference in combat effectiveness between the two is even more due to the reason of mobility, and there is a geometric multiple gap.

Having been born and died many times, Captain Lucio had told him that a Soarer was already standing on the left shoulder of the Raider. However, he also knew very well that even if it was equipped with the most powerful holographic grave-sweeping radar, relying on the enemy-seeking ability of the Raider itself, he could only barely track ordinary Soarers. What's more, the body that Captain Lucio is now piloting is not equipped with a holographic grave-sweeping radar, but only a standard commander's body with enhanced armament.

However, the timely communication made Captain Lucio breathe a sigh of relief: "Don't be nervous, uncle. It's me. ”

The same jolt was heard over the right shoulder, and apparently another Soarer had landed.

“…… Yes! Angelus! You bastard! You want to scare me to death! ”

"Huh. Uncle is old, so it's inevitable that he can't concentrate. Angelus gathered his wings and crouched down on the shoulders of the not-so-wide mechman.

"I heard you've been promoted? Good boy, run away before you have a treat! It's not interesting! ”

"Then I made it up today. Don't leave after a while, I'll treat you. ”

"Oh! Deal! Captain Lucio gave a thumbs up.

The pitch-black wings spread slightly, and several pitch-black balls of light floated down from the feathers like shedding feathers. The falling ball of light began to spin around Angrus at high speed like electrons surrounding the nucleus.

"Then it's a quick fix. No problem, right? …… Ellen, let the two of them get away, don't get so close! ”

"Yes!" There was a girl's crisp answer from the side.

"Then this time it's the old rule, and the support will be handed over to you! Destroy the Shoshi first, then sweep away the remnants of the enemy. ”

"Okay! 1st and 2nd squads fire support. The attack begins! ”

With Captain Lucio's order, fifteen 75 mm revolver guns spit out bright red sparks almost simultaneously. Angelus and Ellen leapt to their feet at the same time, rushing into the airspace heading for the fierce battle.

The pitch-black ball of light suddenly accelerated, rushing towards the hostile Soarer like a guided missile; The Spirit Feather attack subplane spread its wings and followed closely behind like a ghost. After just a few seconds, a dense beam of light and non-stop explosions covered the entire area where the hostile Higers were located.

"This ...... It's okay......"

The all-round coverage of the attack range is beyond expectations. Originally, it was planned to suppress the firepower, and to cooperate with the elimination of the air thief Xiangshi, Ator made a radical U-turn and ran. But Norman, who has been in melee hand-to-hand combat, may not have time to escape.

"It's a newly adjusted guide-tracking missile. I have one too, but I haven't used it yet...... I didn't expect, I didn't expect it to be so powerful. ”

"Don't worry, it's all telekinetic attack weapons. Full control over attack accuracy. And I'm already careful......" Angelus's expression was a little weak no matter how he looked at it.

The three people who stayed out of the matter commented on each other, and I commented on them word by word, until a miserable wail interrupted their words.

"Ah~~~ It's hot! It's hot! Norman wailed out of the smoke and dust, "Who! Who is it! I want to kill for money! He looked around angrily.

His opponent wasn't so lucky, though. Until the smoke of the explosion gradually cleared, the figure of the pirate Xiangshi did not appear. Apparently blown to pieces.

"Look, look, it's fine. Norman is still very strong. ”

Angelus's relieved voice made people feel like they were itching their teeth.

"Heh, hehe......" The muscles in Thor's face twitched and twitched. It's definitely "laughing worse than crying".

And the only girl, Ellen snickered, took the opportunity to ridicule Norman: "I told you just now, let you stay away." Ator and I have already pushed that pirate out of the way, and you are still trying to get up with all your might. Didn't see it, didn't see it. ”

"You! You guys! ”

Norman pointed at the gloating Ellen with trembling fingers, with a sad expression on his face.

……

"Ahem!" A soft cough came from everyone's communication channel at the same time, "Ah, this, that...... Everyone's pretty much fine, don't make any more trouble......"

Sitting in the rear, the co-pilot of the Royal Gryphon was a little overwhelmed.

With the immediate arrival of the 37th Mobile Group and the 19th Airborne Squadron, coupled with the unexplained confusion of the pirates, the unfavorable situation has been reversed. At present, it is no longer about how to protect oneself, but about how to eliminate pirates to the greatest extent possible and keep the shipping routes from threats.

"Yes~~~," Ellen smiled and dragged her voice out.

"Everyone, be serious, be serious...... What's wrong? Angrus suddenly seemed to remember his duty and stepped forward to maintain order. But before he could say a few words, Uruka's emergency call came.

“…… Lieutenant Colonel, please turn on the universal channel immediately. ”

“…… Breed of Valhasa! If it's a gentleman, stand up! Have the ability to come one-on-one with Lao Tzu, don't go alone! ……”

There was a barrage of provocative shouting from the general channel.

"What idiot is it?"

Angelus listened to a few words and immediately closed the channel.

"After the voiceprint comparison, it is more than 60 percent likely to be the executioner Barbossa."

"How long has it been? Can you determine the exact frequency of communication? ”

"It started ten minutes ago. The frequency is currently locked. Need to be connected? ”

Angrus thought for a moment, then nodded: "Well, take it......"

After connecting the communication, the first thing that came was an exaggerated burst of laughter: "Ha! Ha! Ha! Brat! You're slow! ”

"Barbossa, Executioner Barbossa!"

"Not bad! It's Lao Tzu. Although I can't see the image of the other party, I can still easily feel his arrogant attitude, "Valhasa's little white face, do you have the courage to come to the boat and fight Lao Tzu?" Never mind! Look at your sissy little white face, you definitely don't have the guts! There was a deep disdain in his contemptuous tone.

"The non-commissioned officers of Valhasa are not obliged to accept the challenge of pirates. Not to mention the invitation of you, the executioner! ”

"Don't make excuses for your timidity! Sissy little white face, ......"

All kinds of words of greeting the ancestors poured out like a tidal wave. However, Angelus's expression was always faint, and it was impossible to tell whether he was happy or angry.

After half a ring, Barbossa's voice was a little panting: "...... Brat! You're talking! ”

"Huh? Are you done? There was not the slightest ripple in the smooth tone, and there was even a hint of mockery and a hint of surprise, "Oh." Eat well for a few days and wait to sit in the class room. ”

"Uh......" Even if Angelus was furious and scolded, it was not in Barbossa's expectation. But the actual situation was not what he expected," ...... Attaboy! There is personality! I like it! Hahahaha......" After a burst of hearty loud laughter, "Boy! Just because of your strength, Lao Tzu is kind today and makes an exception to tell you a secret! This wrecked ship, hmm...... What's it called...... Ae, Et, after a while, it will be 'touched'. That's what Lao Tzu himself stuffed under the magic furnace. ”

"What do you mean?"

"What do you mean? Hehe, that's left to your own consideration...... Boys, are you ready! ”

"Okay!!"

There was a whistling shout from the communication channel.

"Huh! Well, almost. Leave! ”

Communications were cut off by Barbossa.

“…… Did you hear it all? ”

"Yes...... Lieutenant colonel, presumably...... In fact, there is no need to speculate, it can already be determined to be a large-mass bomb. ”

"If the magic furnace is detonated, how big will the area of impact be?" A terrifying gleam appeared in Angrus's dark pupils.

“…… If it is a cruiser-level magic furnace, the radius of influence is about one thousand meters. However, according to Miss Isa's information, the enemy ship Etna was able to use high-powered battleship-class guns. So its magic forge should be specially made, and it is impossible to make an accurate judgment...... However, according to conservative estimates, the radius of impact of the explosion should not be less than 2 kilometers. ”

"The next thing the executioner has to do is ......"

A bad premonition suddenly welled up in everyone's hearts.

“…… That's right. The enemy ship Etna has already begun to advance at a slight pace...... At the current rate, within twenty minutes, the Jewel Princess will be completely within the blast's effect. ”