"Youâre really too secretive, with so many Advanced Mechas and starships, and you didnât tell us. Is it good to keep such secrets?"
"Itâs not like that."
Su Ming coughed and replied.
"Itâs not? Youâre clearly afraid weâll ask you for them. Do you think so little of us? Are we that kind of people?"
Hayes said with a smile.
"How could it be? Itâs just that the timing isnât right."
Su Ming deflected.
He wouldnât believe Hayesâs words.
Although he said he wouldnât ask for it, thatâs because the war has started. If they knew before the war, they would definitely demand it.
"Oh, youâre speaking against your will!"
Hayes looked at Su Mingâs expression and teased.
"Haha."
Su Ming gave an awkward smile.
"Forget it, I wonât talk about that with you. Do you know what this emergency meeting is about?"
"I donât know, do you?"
"If I knew, why would I ask you?"
Hayes replied helplessly.
"If you donât know, how would I know? I just woke up."
"Oh, you were sleeping?"
"Yes, high-intensity combat drained too much of my energy."
Su Ming explained to Hayes.
"Makes sense!"
Hayes nodded his head in agreement.
Just then, the door of the meeting room opened again, and Long Chen, Commander Soraya, and others walked in.
Everyoneâs gaze fell on Long Chen, and the meeting room suddenly fell silent.
Long Chen walked to the conference table, looked at everyone, and seriously spoke:
"Everyoneâs here, so letâs begin this emergency meeting. I believe most of you have heard the news: Black Flame Star has fallen!"
"Yes."
Su Ming and others responded with serious expressions.
"Due to the fall of Black Flame Star, the Cui Lan Star Defense Line and the Nether Moon Star Defense Line have become insecure, so the Federation Council has made the highest decision, requiring us to abandon the Nether Moon Star Defense Line and immediately relocate and retreat!"
Long Chen announced to everyone.
As soon as these words came out, all the generals present exploded, standing up angrily and saying.
"What did you say? Abandon the Nether Moon Star Defense Line?"
"This is a defense line where so many of our brothers have died to guard, and you say to abandon it so easily?"
"Yes, and besides, not all people have been rescued yet!"
....
Su Ming listened to Long Chenâs words and frowned. He didnât expect that Long Bai would actually want to abandon the Nether Moon Star Defense Line and perform a strategic retreat.
"This is the highest order from the Dragon White President!"
Long Chen spoke in a cold tone.
"So what? My brothers are still waiting for rescue in there, and weâre not saving them?"
"Exactly, you retreat if you want to, but Iâm not leaving!"
"Iâm not leaving either!"
...
The generals, with reddened eyes, shouted angrily.
"Silence!"
Seeing the scene about to lose control, Long Chen sternly ordered.
The crowd gradually quieted down.
"I donât care what emotions or dissatisfaction you have, this is the Councilâs order. As soldiers, you must carry it out unconditionally, or youâll be considered as defying orders! After the meeting ends, evacuate immediately. You have only 12 hours to evacuate; anyone not leaving after the time limit will be abandoned."
Long Chen stated with a strong attitude.
If the delay gets prolonged, being caught by Fanluo or Chilamiâs forces will be disastrous!
"Then what about Moon Star?"
At this time, Commander Fulaya asked in a low voice.
"Nether Moon Star Headquarters will detach, but Moon Star must be abandoned. Sometimes, you must cut losses decisively!"
"Understood."
Commander Fulaya replied with a very downcast expression.
Moon Star, a planet that the Rain Capital had managed for a long time, abandoning it was a severe blow to the Rain Capital.
"Alright, I wonât say more. Meeting adjourned!"
After announcing the end, Long Chen turned and left directly.
This meeting made him feel frustrated, but for the bigger picture, he had no choice.
The many generals on the scene gritted their teeth, stood up, and left angrily.
Hayes, showing an equally displeased expression, said to Su Ming.
"Iâm leaving first!"
"Okay!"
Su Ming nodded.
Hayes and others all got up and left.
Su Ming then raised his wristband and sent a message to Rhein, then hurriedly left.
...
Half an hour later, the Star Destroyer·Thunder Extreme opened a boarding exit.
The V Generation Mecha·Dragon Soul Messenger rushed out holding an ice coffin, quickly heading towards the Star Destroyer·Praise Light.
Crack!
The Praise Lightâs boarding exit opened.
The V Generation Mecha·Dragon Soul Messenger flew straight in, docking in a designated position.
Crack!
The cockpit opened, and Su Ming slowly floated down.
At this point, Limi walked over and said in a cold voice.
"Lord Su Ming."
"Miss Limi, Iâve brought Asyaâs remains to you."
Su Ming spoke to Limi with some apology.
At this time, Rhein operated the Dragon Soul Messenger to slowly lower the ice coffin.
Inside the transparent ice coffin was a charred body.
Limi walked to the ice coffin, looking at Asyaâs remains, her expression growing more silent, with a hint of sadness in her cold eyes.
"Iâm sorry."
Su Ming apologized.
After all, Asyaâs death was partly his doing.
Limi shook her head and said to Su Ming.
"Lord Su Ming, you donât need to apologize. This was my brotherâs own choice, and for him, it might even be a relief."
"Alright, also, the Nether Moon Star Defense Line is about to have a major evacuation. Do you have any plans? Do you want to leave with me?"
Su Ming asked Limi with hopeful eyes.
If he could incorporate Limi and her group, it would be great.
Limi remained silent for a few seconds, then explained to Su Ming.
"Lord Su Ming, thank you for your kindness, and Iâm very grateful that you saved us. But we must first return to Heavenly Revelation Divine Country to pick up our families. As for whether to stay in the New Apocalypse Divine Country or join the Federation later, that requires a collective vote, not a decision I can make alone."