Chapter 1827
The Great Battle Erupts!
Chapter 1827 The Great Battle Erupts!
The imperial capital, Pandoragon.
A somber atmosphere permeated the palace. All the eunuchs and maids remained silent, afraid of disturbing the emperor, who had been in the garden all day, neither seeing nor receiving any audience.
In the increasingly heavy atmosphere, a small figure floated in, startling the eunuchs and maids who all bowed respectfully.
"You guys go down!"
VV waved her hand, dismissing everyone, and then stepped into the garden, arriving at the imposing emperor who had been sitting silently in his chair all day.
"Xia Lulu, are you feeling discouraged?"
Others feared this capricious emperor, but VV was not.
"Yes, brother. I'm devastated. The Knights of the Round Table, who stood at the pinnacle of imperial glory and were worshipped by countless imperial knights, have been defeated. And by a single move."
VV walked to the Emperor's side, raised her hand, but did not touch Emperor Charles's head, and the other party did not lower his head.
VV smiled gently and patted Charles on the shoulder.
"There's no need to be so angry. As long as our plan succeeds, so what if the enemy is stronger than the Knights of the Round Table?"
"Yes, that's right. As long as the plan succeeds..."
Charles nodded slowly and stood up.
"Then, brother, let's begin the plan! Imperial army, march south, effective immediately!"
"Our plan is destined to succeed!"
"Yes. Success is inevitable!!"
The Garuda did not return to the resort, but went directly to Chabro.
When the Garuda reappeared over Chabro, the strictly controlled news media personnel finally got a chance to film up close. Following the Earth Federation Forces' instructions, they entered the military base and recorded the three Knights of the Round Table, who were wearing armor symbolizing the pinnacle of the Empire's power, and then posted the footage to a live online channel.
"Lord Gino, Lord Dorotia, and Lord Anya, they've actually captured three Knights of the Round Table?!"
While Schneizel watched the live broadcast from the scene with a calm expression, Kanon, standing next to him, was anything but composed.
The capture of three Knights of the Round Table was a shocking event that had almost never occurred before.
Even during the most difficult times for the empire, nothing so outrageous had ever happened.
"Kanon, it's time to prepare. The Empire is about to launch a full-scale offensive."
Schneizel said in a deep voice.
"Your Highness, what do you intend to do?"
"In my name, I am submitting an application to the Earth Federation Council and the Earth Federation Army Chabro Headquarters, requesting to meet with Colonel Ming of Punishment."
Meanwhile, off-camera, He Ming saw General Gop once again.
He Ming was somewhat surprised by his arrival.
"As expected of Colonel Ming. Such a dazzling achievement right off the bat. If it were possible, I'd like to appoint you as a general in the Federal Army right now!"
General Gop stood on the bridge of the Garuda and said with a smile.
Behind that smile lies General Gop's clear understanding of the current situation.
The so-called recommendation of He Ming to be appointed as general was just something said for others to hear.
After meeting with He Ming, General Gop's suspicions were confirmed.
Therefore, he no longer regarded the "Colonel Ming" in front of him as a promising young man, but as an ally on the same level.
At this critical moment, He Ming's bringing back three Knights of the Round Table to the Earth Federation Forces will undoubtedly provide a significant morale boost to the Earth Federation Forces' all-out offensive against the Imperial Army.
"General Gop is too kind. It was merely a matter of chance! Before setting out, I hadn't expected to capture a Knight of the Round Table. Besides, with the Knight of the Round Table captured by us, the Imperial Army should have already taken action?"
"Yes, according to reports from the front lines and our infiltrators, the Imperial Army is advancing south on a large scale, and the front lines are in dire need of attention!"
General Gop stood with his hands behind his back, his eyes gleaming with wisdom.
"With the three Knights of the Round Table captured, the emperor must be getting restless. If he lets it go unchecked, our army will surely use various methods to demoralize the troops and disintegrate the imperial forces at the front."
General Gop's speculation was based on conventional warfare theory.
In reality, Charles was probably trying to draw the Earth Federation Forces' attention as much as possible so that he could find an opportunity to launch his God-Killing Plan.
It can be said that the Imperial Army's large-scale southward advance was a pawn, a pawn destined to be consumed by Charles.
"Of course. The Earth Federation Forces are not afraid of the final battle. But, within acceptable limits, I hope to make things a little easier for the front lines."
General Gop looked at He Ming and a smile gradually appeared on his face.
"Colonel Ming, Prince Schneizel wishes to meet with you. Headquarters and the council have approved his request." "General Gop, do you think Prince Schneizel has any intention of surrendering?"
He Ming's gaze shifted slightly, and he asked.
“That’s possible. I’ve met this prince several times during his time in Chabro. He’s a human being who is almost devoid of desires. Although he possesses power second only to the emperor, at his core, he is a nihilistic person who would even sacrifice himself to achieve his goals.”
General Gop's assessment of Schneizel was remarkably accurate.
Schneizel is a being without any desires, who is not attached to anything, yet he stands at the pinnacle of imperial power.
Such a contradictory entity, yet at this moment when the Earth Federation Army and the Imperial Army are engaged in a decisive battle, suddenly takes the initiative to request an audience, which undoubtedly signifies something.
"General Gopp, the council, and headquarters..."
"It's up to you. You won't have to worry about anything from the council or headquarters, Colonel Ming. No matter how fierce the struggle in the Titans and the Valley becomes, it won't affect your actions."
General Gop gave a very positive response.
“Very well! Then let me meet this Prince Schneizel.”
"Haha! I look forward to your results. If we include Clovis, Colonel Ming, your list of achievements will probably include the merits of an imperial prince."
"Just do your best!"
As the two exchanged a smile, news of the capture of the three Knights of the Round Table had already spread throughout the entire Earth sphere.
As the world marvels at the Earth Federation Forces' formidable strength, a decisive battle has begun.
"boom!"
"boom!"
"boom!"
Various types of field artillery roared, hurling high-explosive shells at the Earth Federation Forces' lines in the distance. Meanwhile, countless missiles soared into the sky, skimming over the rising sea of fire to strike the command post of the lines, as indicated in the intelligence.
However, with the Minovsky particles already quietly spreading, the guidance units of these missiles all failed, and they could only launch attacks based on the remaining inertial guidance system.
However, the frontline command post mentioned in the intelligence report does not exist.
Even if they do appear, they are merely disguised false targets.
The purpose was to deplete the Imperial Army's ammunition reserves.
Amidst the deafening roar of explosions, the Earth Federation Forces' forward command center was shrouded in a solemn atmosphere. Only the communications personnel, who were in contact with the various units on the front lines, were exchanging messages in hushed tones or issuing orders.
"General, reconnaissance has detected a decrease in the density of Imperial Army firepower!"
John Gowan, who had been pulled out of his retirement villa by General Gop and was once again in charge of the front lines as a general of the Earth Federation Forces, adjusted his hat slightly and stared sharply at the real-time footage from various parts of the front lines on the large screen in the command center.
"Several years have passed since the Delaz Rebellion. I never thought I'd have the chance to stand guard on the front lines again. Gop, you old fox who never moves an inch, you've actually set your sights on a retired old man like me."
(Left: Djamitov; Right: John Gowan)
"The capable should do more! Gao Yun and Reibil are still wandering around the universe, so don't even think about sitting comfortably on the sofa in your villa and retiring."
Gop's voice came through the communication.
"Hmph! That's easy for you to say. Rebil can live so carefree because he has a good helper, doesn't he?"
Gao Yun knew very well why Rebil and Tianm stayed in space and refused to return to the Chabro headquarters to take up their posts.
"Heh. Hasn't he already arrived? Gao Yun, who do you think personally led the capture of those three Knights of the Round Table? Proceed according to plan, flatten the Imperial Army, and then the stain of the Diraz Rebellion will be wiped away with the wind."
Gao Yun's expression changed slightly, and then he said in a deep voice.
"I don't care about the Delaz Rebellion. What about the Titans?"
"Heh. You don't need to worry about that! Gao Yun, your mission is to deal with the Imperial Army!"
Gop laughed.
"Fine! I'll do as you, you old fox, say! I don't care about anything else."
"exactly!"
After the communication was disconnected, Gao Yun slowly stood up.
This general, who had fallen from power and become a retired old man due to the negative impact of the theft of GP02 during the Delaz Rebellion and the subsequent destruction of the Federation fleet, has once again rekindled his ambitions.
"The Imperial Army is nothing but a firefly's light compared to the Zeon of yesteryear!"
"Order! The first phase of the decisive battle against the Britannian Empire is underway! All ground mobile suit units shall proceed with their assaults in sequence according to plan! Annihilate the Imperial Army's KMF forces and show the Imperial Army the power of the Earth Federation's mobile suits!"
(End of this chapter)