Chapter 551 - 551 345 Going Separate Ways (Five-in-One)_3

551: Chapter 345: Going Separate Ways (Five-in-One)_3 551: Chapter 345: Going Separate Ways (Five-in-One)_3 “Yes, I have a feeling it’s definitely the same as last time.

The Legion Commander is teasing us again!”

…

People were discussing animatedly.

At that time, the girl with purple hair continued to speak.

“I know you’re not willing to accept the decision to retreat, but it’s something we can’t help.

This time the Dark Star Empire has amassed a huge number of troops to hunt and besiege us.

Our forces are limited and simply can’t handle such a large scale of enemy troops.

Besides, all the planets of the Dark Star Empire have entered a state of combat readiness.

Even if we attack forcefully, the outcome won’t be good!

If we don’t retreat and choose to confront them head on, we would end up in complete defeat.”

“Of course, don’t be disheartened.

You’ve already done very well.

You broke through the Empire’s defenses, created miracles, and exerted your utmost efforts to save your comrades.

You are already heroes of the Federation.

Sometimes retreat is not a disgrace but a preparation for achieving greater glory in the future.”

After hearing this, the crowd started discussing animatedly.

“I think what the Legion Commander said makes sense.

We’ve definitely tried our best, it seems further fighting won’t yield any good results.”

“That’s right, we’re down to just 12 from 26 squadrons.”

…

At this moment, the girl with purple hair continued.

“I’m now announcing the details of the evacuation.

Since the Imperial Army sent so many troops to encircle us, I’ve decided we should split into two groups for the retreat.

All merchants, regular combat squads, and support logistics personnel in the Starshine Fortress will transfer to the Emperor Mother Ship for evacuation, and the Twin Battleship and Chameleon Tiger will also follow to protect the Mother Ship.

Meanwhile, the Starshine Fortress will stay behind to cover our retreat and attract fire for a while to ensure the Mother Ship’s safe withdrawal.”

“Also, given the increasingly bleak situation, you only have 12 hours to transfer.

Large goods and other items that are difficult to move can be left in the Starshine Fortress.

The withdrawal plan now officially commences.”

With the fall of her words, all holographic images and broadcasts were cut off.

Everyone, after a brief moment of stunned silence, snapped back to reality.

The entire fortress immediately erupted into chaos as everyone began to hurriedly pack up and prepare for evacuation.

At this time, Rhein and the others looked somewhat bewildered as they asked Su Ming.

“Squad leader, can we really go back to the Federation now?”

“Yes, hurry up and pack your bags, you shouldn’t bear too much psychological burden.

Everyone has really tried their hardest, sometimes when things are impossible, we need to know how to adapt.”

Su Ming said to Rhein and the others.

“Understood!”

Rhein and the others nodded in agreement.

“Everyone is dismissed!”

Su Ming waved his hand and also turned to leave.

He too needed to go pack his belongings.

To tell the truth, Su Ming thought the Legion Commander’s decision was without fault, very rational and correct.

But for some reason, Su Ming always felt something was not quite right; it didn’t seem like her style.

However, the order had been given, and he couldn’t speculate too much, so he just had to take it one step at a time.

…

Before long, Su Ming returned home with a large bag of grapes.

As soon as he entered, Little Hui happily ran over and rubbed against Su Ming’s foot.

Su Ming squatted down, reached out to stroke Little Hui’s head, and said with a sigh.

“Little Hui, I bought these grapes for you.

I’ll be away for a while, take good care of yourself during this time.”

Hearing Su Ming’s words, Little Hui cocked its head and looked up at Su Ming with big, dazed eyes like those of a Cardcaptor.

Su Ming didn’t know if it understood, so he stood up, put the grapes on the table, and began to pack his clothes and daily necessities into his suitcase.

When Little Hui saw Su Ming packing, it walked over to the suitcase and looked pitifully at him.

Su Ming looked at Little Hui’s expression and chuckled.

“I’ll wash some grapes for you to eat!”

Su Ming then got up and walked to the table, picked up the grapes and went into the kitchen.

When Su Ming came back out with the washed grapes ready to call Little Hui over, he found that Little Hui had jumped into his suitcase.

He walked over to the suitcase and said helplessly,

“Little Hui, stop messing around, come out.”

But Little Hui’s head shook like a rattle, refusing to come out.

Normally, it would have already grabbed the grapes and run off to eat.

“Do you want to come with me?”

Su Ming hesitated before asking.

“Mhmm!”

Little Hui nodded pitifully.

“Alright then,”

Su Ming sighed deeply.

Seeing Su Ming agree, Little Hui happily bounced around in the suitcase.

“Stop jumping.

I just folded those clothes.

Come out and eat the grapes!”

Su Ming said with a smile.

Little Hui happily jumped out and went off to eat the grapes.

…

An hour later, having finished packing, Su Ming hurried toward Dock 2 of Starshine Fortress.

He needed to check on the Battlecruiser Wind Moving and see how the repairs were coming along.

Soon he arrived in front of the Battlecruiser Wind Moving on a transport platform and saw Master Acala and the others.

Master Acala was currently directing his subordinates to dismantle the work scaffolding from the exterior of the Wind Moving.

“Move faster!”

…

Su Ming walked up to Master Acala and called out.

“Master Acala!”

“Commander Su Ming, you’re here.”

Master Acala greeted with a very good mood.

“Yes, Master.

Is my ship repaired yet?”

“Just finished!”

Master Acala replied with a smile.

“That’s great, I’ll transfer the payment to you right away.”

Su Ming immediately took out his mobile phone and paid Master Acala.

“Commander Su is so straightforward.

If you need anything in the future, just come to me, I’ll give you a discount!”

Master Acala said very happily.