Chapter 1723
Amuro: This is the Gundam I've been longing for!
Chapter 1723 Amuro: This is the Gundam I've been longing for!
"This...this is a Gundam?"
As the group entered the hangar led by a specialist from Anaheim Electronics, they were immediately drawn to the large machine undergoing maintenance standing to one side of the hangar.
Under the lights, the golden armor reflected such dazzling light that everyone couldn't help but take a second look at this glittering behemoth.
"Hyakushiki? Such a striking color! Who on earth would like such a flashy mecha?"
Amuro looked the machine up and down, his eyes showing a hint of longing, but he seemed somewhat disgusted by the paint job.
That sight made He Ming smile.
If Amuro knew this would be Char's personal machine, his expression would probably be quite interesting.
"Colonel Ming, Captain Amuro, gentlemen, this is a new MS developed by Anaheim Electronics Corporation under the commission of the Valley, named Hyakushiki."
The technical specialist sent by Anaheim smiled and introduced the details of the Type 100 to everyone.
"Is this glittery gold paint job your own idea, or a requirement from the Valley side?"
Amro asked.
"Oh, that's probably because of some new technology being used here! I'm not too clear on that either! I'm very sorry, Captain Amuro."
The technical specialist quickly explained.
Amuro did not pursue the matter further.
Amuro understood the basic principles of technology secrecy.
Moreover, as a semi-technician, Amuro had already roughly guessed the general outline from the other party's answer, so there was no need to dwell on it and make things difficult for the other party.
Moreover, although this dazzling golden behemoth is so eye-catching due to some kind of technology, Amuro himself has no intention of piloting such a dazzling machine on the battlefield.
"I wonder who would pilot such a flashy machine?"
Amuro thought about it for a moment, then put those thoughts out of his mind.
Besides, their target today isn't this flashy, extremely conspicuous machine.
The group left the hangar where Hyakushiki was located and arrived at a hangar located deeper inside.
As soon as they entered, everyone's attention was immediately drawn to the five identical Gundams standing on either side of the hangar and directly opposite the entrance.
(ZETA Gundam)
Compared to the previous Hyakushiki, these five identical-looking mobile suits are closer to what people understand as Gundam.
Amuro, in particular, couldn't help but tremble when he saw the Gundam in the very center, directly facing the gate. He stared longingly at the ZETA Gundam standing under the lights, bathed in a layer of white light.
"Colonel Ming, Captain Amuro, gentlemen, what you are seeing now is Anaheim Electronics' latest mobile suit, the Zeta Gundam. It is capable of operating in both space and atmospheric environments, and possesses excellent maneuverability for solo atmospheric entry..."
As the technical specialist explained, everyone gradually understood just how powerful the new mecha standing before them truly was.
"In addition, the development of such an excellent machine is all thanks to Colonel Ming's strong support."
At the end, the technical specialist bowed deeply to He Ming.
Because He Ming brought Rosamia and Gaplan under his command earlier, Anaheim Electronics is now much more advanced than in the original timeline where they could only develop the Zeta Gundam after the Valley of the Valley had acquired the Gundam MKII.
They even went so far as to build four ZETA Gundams in one go to repay He Ming for his support of Anaheim Electronics.
Why only say four?
Because, among these five ZETA Gundams, one of them belongs to Yuya.
It is also the machine piloted by Camus, the future ace of the Valley.
He Ming did not express any objection to this arrangement; on the contrary, he was happy to see it happen.
In a serious comparison, He Ming might even be considered to have benefited from the Valley's success. If the Valley hadn't launched this commission project, even if He Ming had been able to obtain Gaplan's data in advance, Anaheim might have taken a different path towards deformable MS technology.
In addition, it is because the Valley itself has the potential to become an ally.
If the Punishing Forces were to extend their influence into the universe, the civil war between the Valley and the Titans would be an unavoidable obstacle.
"Captain Amuro, Lieutenant Hathaway, Captain Christina, and Warrant Officer CC, you can choose any of the four Zeta Gundams over there. If you have any questions, ask him to resolve them."
He Ming looked at everyone, pointing at the ZETA Gundam as he spoke.
"Yes!"
Amuro, who couldn't wait any longer, exerted force with his feet, transforming himself into the most agile "fish" under microgravity, and quickly swam towards the ZETA Gundam facing the gate.
Seeing this, Hathaway couldn't help but smile. After saluting He Ming, he also set his sights on the ZETA on the left side, which Amuro had chosen.
The remaining two ladies didn't need to choose either; they bowed to He Ming in unison and flew together toward the remaining two ZETA Gundams.
"Is the cockpit of the ZETA Gundam equipped with a psycho-frame?"
After the four people left, He Ming looked at the technical specialist and asked a question.
"Yes! This was Miss Rita's special instruction."
The technical specialist nodded in agreement.
“Very good! Please take good care of Amuro and the others and help them adapt to the characteristics of the psychoframe as quickly as possible.”
"Yes, Colonel Ming."
The arrangements for the mecha are basically complete. Next, it's time to make arrangements for Nunnally and Sakiko Shinozaki.
Although the master and servant had followed He Ming and the others here, they remained silent the whole way, keeping a very low profile.
“I’m sorry, Miss Nanali. I’ve kept you waiting! Now, please come with me! I’ll take you somewhere to rest for a while. Tomorrow, you will be going to the hospital for treatment.”
He Ming looked at the unassuming master and servant and said softly.
"No. We are not in danger. Colonel Ming disregarded our feelings and prioritized military affairs."
Nanali shook her head sensibly, indicating that she was not in a hurry to undergo treatment.
After leaving the gravity well on Earth, Nunnally felt an unprecedented sense of ease.
It wasn't just the feeling of weightlessness brought about by the microgravity environment, but also because Nunnally had temporarily left that oppressive environment.
Therefore, she prefers to slowly savor this sense of ease while undergoing treatment, rather than being eager to see the world.
"I have taken care of the military matters! Please rest assured."
He Ming chuckled softly and then looked at Husso Aibin, who was also keeping a low profile.
"Lieutenant Huso (awarded the rank of Lieutenant in the Earth Federation Forces by Tiam). Are you staying here, or will you come with me?"
"Yes, my mother also works at Anaheim. May I stay here and help everyone out?"
"Okay. But the V Gundam should be moved here, and no one is allowed to approach the V Gundam without my permission, understand?"
"Understood, Colonel."
If it weren't for the fact that they were trying to do too much at once, He Ming would really like to have Rita and Michelle form another group to study the technology of V Gundam.
wrong!
There's really no need for Rita and Michelle to form an additional technical team. He Ming already has an idle tech guy on his side who's been itching to get to work for a long time.
(End of this chapter)