The battle called "Campaign of Salem" has come to a perfect end.

After Elaine led the expeditionary fleet to wipe out the remaining Inhumans and Orcs, several stellar communications related to the post-war reconstruction of the Gorgotin Sector were sent to the major casting and supply worlds.

Symbolizing that this unknown and dangerous field adjacent to the Maelstrom has been reincorporated into the map of the Human Empire, and can be used as an outpost to launch great conquests of the remaining Maelstrom regions.

However, that was after the outpost was repaired.

Even though the filthy Inhuman Empire has been uprooted, it also symbolizes the complete disintegration of the decadent realm that has stood since the Old Night, and the various old forces that have been parasitic on this filthy giant have now turned into countless savage pirates roaming the maelstrom of stars.

They are like a pack of hungry hyenas, and every world is their sweet prey for hunger.

It's a big headache.

Calculating the countless defense plans and material reserves that each planet would need to prepare, Elaine's brow furrowed slightly.

"Looks like it's time to put the fight against pirates on the agenda."

The Genogen sighed softly, for she was very dissatisfied with the manpower and material consumption that appeared on the data panel in front of her, after all, unlike her brother Perturabo or Dorne, forging some impregnable fortress had never been Elaine's forte.

"Looks like you're bothered by this, my lord."

An old electronic voice rang out, diverting Elaine's gaze to the crimson figure in the doorway.

It was the leader of the [Mechanical Paganism] that she had rescued not long ago, Redjak.

In these busy times, the Dominating Sage has helped Elaine a lot - especially the calculation of resource reserves that require huge computing power, and Salem, as a casting world, has a complete and excellent giant factory that has largely solved the production problems of all kinds of materials that Elaine needs, so that she can calm down and prepare the layout of each outpost world, instead of being constrained by all kinds of insufficient resources.

"yes... It was only after the Inhuman Empire was completely eradicated that I discovered the real problem with this star. ”

"I can barely imagine how you spent the whole Old Night, Redjac. Perhaps we will need countless Salem defensive firepower to give the Empire a foothold in this chaotic sector. ”

As if lamenting Redjak's various arrangements for Salem, Elaine handed over her data board, which stored thousands of planetary defense plans and detailed material calculations, which was also the problem she was distressed about during this time.

"Troubles are based on the unknown, my lord. … Salem is nothing more than a minting world, and all you have to worry about is the entire sector. ”

Redjak respectfully took over the data tablet of the genetic prototype, and after linking its own information interface to it, the complex electronic prosthetic eye slowly flowed with a green glow of data.

Clearly, the techno-priest had benefited greatly from the knowledge of the genetic protoplasm, and Redjak's interactions with Elaine over the past few days had greatly broadened his horizons - such as all sorts of treacherous tactical and logical chains, as well as seemingly unexpected but in fact completely plausible plans.

"But the unknown is my enemy, Redjak."

Elaine sighed slightly, and at this moment, she remembered the Iron Warriors that Brother Horus had mentioned.

If it were them, the situation would not be a problem.

[If necessary... I'm afraid I really need some help. 】

During these days, Elaine often pondered whether or not to devote the forces of the expeditionary fleet to achieve her goals, but the rough conclusions of the calculations made her sigh, and the insufficient number of legions was still a problem.

After all, Elaine, who is accustomed to careful calculations about all kinds of factors, is not very good at fighting battles over a long period of time, especially when faced with countless enemies that are numerous but insignificant.

Even in the eyes of mortals, these defensive plans and counter-attack tactics, as well as the supply chain of supplies that could deal with almost any contingency, were perfect plans - but they were not enough for what she knew.

These defense plans, which are not complete at all due to the constraints of the environment and time, are in fact still likely to be attacked and plundered.

She was able to perfect it, but at the cost of time.

However, the only enemy of the Great Expedition is time.

Elaine's goal is to build a number of perfect outposts that will allow the human empire to take over in the first place, and minimize the waste of materials and the consumption of manpower.

Only in this way can the progress of the Great Expedition be pushed forward as soon as possible.

As for conquering this chaotic star sector in its entirety... I'm afraid I'll have to hand it over to the other genetic protozo brothers.

After all, Elaine excelled at precise and perfect dispatch within limited resources, and it was exactly what the Lord of Humanity expected of the Twelve Legions—the perfect logistician, and the sharpest Flawless Sword in the Great Expedition.

Corresponding to the Son of the Mountains' knowledge of potions and the talent of dismembering others.

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"It's a perfect report, a delicate and airtight tactical set-up, and a perfect response to unexpected situations. It seems that her performance has exceeded expectations... Maybe Killeman should learn something from her? ”

[Not enough. The law and order war will be the next problem she faces... A lack of tenacity will be her weakness. 】

At the same time, the Palm Sealer and the Lord of Humanity are also discussing the battle from the distant maelstrom, and the two supreme men of the Human Empire with different opinions are sharply evaluating the first battle of the newly returned Genogen.

Hearing the emperor's evaluation, Makado raised his eyebrows slightly.

"But it's a trait you've created, and it's a tenacity trait that already has Dorne and Peturabo."

"After all, each of them has a direction (function) that they are good at."

【……】

The Emperor was slightly silent, he understood the meaning of the palm sealer's words.

However, he does not deny this.

[My original intention was that they would be able to perform their duties in the Great Expedition. 】

[Each of them has its own characteristics... It's also a talent that I have given them. 】

[Therefore, as I continue to find them, I will also be able to spare part of my energy - to develop the future of mankind, and no longer sigh for the regret of the past. 】

The majestic golden figure slowly got up and looked out at the vast deep space where the flames of war were burning in front of him.

In it, the Lord of Humanity can only see the banks of the river called 'Future' approaching.

[If she's not tough enough, let 'Steel' go.] 】

Looking at the emperor's lonely back, Makado sighed slightly.

“… If, this is your will, my old friend. ”

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