Chapter 1803
An Unusual Dimensional Tremor
Chapter 1803 An Unusual Dimensional Tremor
Over the Black Sea.
After speeding through the sea of clouds, the two Garuda-class aircraft carriers finally entered the airspace above the Eastern European landmass.
At the same time, they also received a call from Prague Capital Airport, but the signal was not very good.
Based on information from the local area and subsequent satellite imagery obtained after connecting to the satellite network, it is possible that the signal was interfered with due to the dimensional shock.
"Dimensional shocks have been happening more and more frequently lately."
Kenneth held the report and spoke with a solemn expression.
"This proves that the mastermind behind this can no longer sit still."
He Ming placed the report in his hand on the table and sneered.
"From the initial dimensional tremors that were spaced out, massive in scale, and extremely influential, to the current small tremors every two or three days and large tremors every month, it seems that the Ghost Face Clan, or their chosen representatives, are about to take the initiative to step onto this stage."
"Does this mean that more and more forces will take the initiative to cause trouble in the future?"
Kenneth put down the report, looked at He Ming, and waited for He Ming's answer.
"That's one way to understand it. In fact, we could also interpret it as the Ghost Faces likely believing that their plan has reached a point where it can move to a new stage, and they're beginning to activate the pieces they've placed in this world one by one."
He Ming turned his gaze to the porthole, looking at the endless sea of clouds outside.
"That's fine too. Rather than having us search everywhere for clues about the enemy, it's better to let the enemy come out and get beaten up on their own."
"So, Colonel, you believe that the siege of the congressmen this time was not accidental, but intentional?"
Kenneth keenly grasped the meaning behind He Ming's words.
"Yes. But that's for later. Right now, we need to deal with the situation in Prague."
He Ming stood up and gave the order.
"Due to the threat of the Ray-class BETA, the Garuda and Odomra immediately reduced their altitude and released mobile suits before entering the border. After our mobile suit forces destroyed the Ray-class BETA, the Garuda launched a high-altitude bombing mission."
"The Odomra landed directly at the capital's airport and immediately evacuated the injured, citizens, and members of parliament!"
"Yes! Colonel!"
Amidst the churning sea of clouds, two colossal vessels broke through the clouds, descended, and entered the border at low altitude. This scene was captured by an observation post set up by NERV's European branch nearby.
"Gendo Ikari. Why did you send out Unit 2? According to the plan, Unit 2 should be en route to the Third Tokyo Metropolitan Area right now."
In a communications room at NERV's underground headquarters, Gendo Ikari is being questioned by SEELE.
"This is a necessary measure to ensure the smooth implementation of the plan."
Faced with increasingly harsh questioning, Gendo Ikari remained calm and composed.
"Really? Tell me your necessary measures."
A cold laugh came from the screens surrounding him, causing Gendo Ikari to shift his gaze slightly before speaking calmly.
"This is to help NERV gain more support from members of the Earth Federation Council. The Earth Federation Council meeting will be held soon, and I believe you have all received the relevant information. At this meeting, the clash between the Titans and the Valley will be an open event." Gendo Ikari paused, giving time to think, before continuing.
"However, you should not forget that there is still a powerful army in the current Earth Federation Forces that is in no way weaker than the Titans—the Punishment. You should have seen the Punishment's combat strength very clearly during the previous Angel invasion."
"Based on my speculation, in addition to the clash between the Titans and the Valley, this meeting may also involve the topic of increasing the budget for Punishment, giving Punishment more resources, and enabling Punishment to have more power to resist dimensional invasion."
Upon hearing Gendo Ikari's words, the other end of the communication seemed to fall silent.
All SEELE members fell into deep thought until SEELE's central figure, Speaker Kiru, spoke again.
"Do you think that taking this opportunity to send out Unit 2, along with Punishment, to rescue the senator, or even liberate Prague, would allow NERV to gain support from the Earth Federation Council?"
"Yes! In today's world, the force that controls the most resources and has the strongest power is undoubtedly the Earth Federation Army. Fortunately, the Earth Federation Army is currently plagued by internal strife. Although the Punishment Force helps the Earth Federation put out fires everywhere, the long-term internal strife has gradually caused the Earth Federation Army to fall into a sluggish, even corrupt and useless state."
Gendo Ikari eloquently expressed his thoughts and ideas.
"I believe that there is no shortage of ambitious individuals within the Earth Federation Forces, nor is there a lack of insightful and capable people; otherwise, the Punishment Squad would not have existed. I have reason to believe, and confidence to be certain, that Punishment will be the focus of the Earth Federation Forces going forward."
"The conflict between the Titans and the Valley will eventually be resolved, and I don't think the former will prevail."
Gendo Ikari's words immediately caused several SEELE members' expressions to change.
Fortunately, because the meeting was conducted via audio link, the other SEELE members did not notice the change in their expressions.
"Gendo Ikari, are you so sure?"
After a long while, someone finally asked.
"Yes. I'm absolutely certain. This is the conclusion I reached based on my personal contact with Colonel Ming and subsequent observations."
Silence fell again.
Gendo Ikari wasn't in a hurry; he simply watched the images transmitted from the observation posts set up by the European branch near the border.
Two massive steel birds flew low over Prague one after another, their silhouettes so awe-inspiring that they drew gasps from the locals, who took out their phones and cameras to capture the scene of the Garuda-class aircraft carriers flying over the mountains.
"Do what you want!"
Finally, SEELE's Speaker, Chelu, gave an affirmative reply.
"Alright. Then, Unit Two, target Prague Square! Launch time: before the Punishment MS force enters the field!"
About 100 kilometers west of Prague's capital airport, a huge transport plane is patrolling under the protection of escort aircraft, waiting for the opportunity to join the battle.
"Why won't you let me make my move?"
In the pilots' lounge, a girl with beautiful long brown hair and an idol-like appearance, dressed in a red pilot's uniform, was watching the digital clock on the wall tick with utter boredom.
The girl, who was supposed to be heading to the Third Tokyo metropolitan area, was unexpectedly summoned to this transport plane before departure and given the mission of waiting for orders and being ready to strike at any time.
However, according to the girl's thinking, why has this small problem been delayed until now when she could clearly solve it with the second unit in a crushing manner?
(End of this chapter)