Shadows of the Deep Space Chapter 1607 - 523: Thunder Angel_6

“Yes!”

Lu Mi sprang into motion without delay.

Moments later, a holographic projection materialized, showing the Legendary Level Star Destroyer·Void bursting forth from subspace at the head of a vast armada. This behemoth measured 220 kilometers in length, its prow fashioned into a sharp, cross-tipped cone, sheathed in deep black plating inscribed with eerie runes, packed with fighter bays and ejection tubes, radiating an aura of sheer dread.

“Void... isn’t that the Emperor’s Imperial Guard vessel?”

Lu Mi uttered, her tone laced with dread.

“And it’s not alone—the Second Legion’s forces are with it too!”

Qian Lin swiftly identified the Second Legion’s vessels, though he noted with surprise the absence of the Legendary Level Star Destroyer·Oath.

Naturally, this wasn’t due to Novkate’s reluctance to bring the Oath; the ship had endured heavy damage from the Grey Angel, rendering quick fixes out of the question.

Right then, a notification flashed across the command display.

“Alert: Incoming communication from Void. Do you accept?”

All eyes, including Lu Mi’s, turned to Qian Lin.

Qian Lin drew in a steady breath and stated composedly,

“Accept it!”

Lu Mi executed the command at once, and shortly after, the holographic form of Captain Sakari materialized in front of Qian Lin.

“Sakari!”

Qian Lin’s face shifted ever so slightly at the sight of Sakari.

Sakari regarded Qian Lin with a grin and declared,

“Legion Commander Qian Lin, abandon the transport vessels, and I’ll let you go free.”

“Hmph, a thief remains a thief, spouting such nonsense without a hint of shame.”

Qian Lin shot back icily.

“In this universe, the mighty devour the helpless. If you’ve got the guts, come try robbing us instead.”

Sakari replied with a light laugh.

“Do you truly believe we’re helpless prey for you to carve up? If you’ve got the nerve, come seize the supplies—let’s see just how powerful you claim to be.”

Qian Lin severed the link before Sakari could utter another word.

The crew surrounding him gazed at Qian Lin and inquired,

“Master Qian Lin, what’s our next move? How can we battle with all these cargo haulers in tow?”

“Hmph, who claimed we can’t engage? They refuse to let us depart, so we stay put.”

“Huh?”

“Instruct every vessel to halt movement, direct the transports to cluster in the core, activate all salvaged stationary defenses, and arrange the fleet into a protective ring while calling for aid from Cosmic Army Headquarters!”

Qian Lin issued the directive with poise.

She understood that escaping solo was unfeasible, considering the vast gap in firepower between the Fourth and Third Legions.

In this dire situation, standing firm and waiting for backup was the wiser path.

“Got it!”

Lu Mi and the rest affirmed promptly.

Qian Lin glanced over at the right-hand wall of the command center.

A disheveled middle-aged figure lounged there, puffing on a cigarette with an air of nonchalance, clad in a Grand General’s attire, slouched against the bulkhead.

This was Admiral Hayes himself, not originally of Rain Capital but a lowly youth from Starlight City who rose to become the family through his romance with Alicia’s elder sister.

“Admiral Hayes!”

Qian Lin addressed him with deference.

“Sigh~ What a mess. Why did it have to be Sakari of all people? That fellow’s a real tough nut!”

Hayes blew out a plume of smoke, his expression one of resignation.

“I’m aware, but we must ask you to deploy the VI Generation Mecha·Zero Degree Envoy to keep them at bay now.”

Qian Lin informed Hayes.

“Stalling them is easy enough, but are you certain this plan will hold? Suppose the reinforcements from Cosmic Army Headquarters are delayed, and Aus and his team shatter Mo Xiu’s barriers to join us—then we’re done for.”

Hayes cautioned, his voice tinged with worry.

“I understand the risks, but we have no option except to take this chance!”

Qian Lin responded to Hayes.

“Very well!”

Observing Qian Lin’s determination, Hayes ceased his protests and headed directly to the adjacent elevator platform.

As Qian Lin’s orders took effect, the Black Tide Fortress along with the array of transport ships unfurled their launch bays.

Parachute-like orbital armaments and a host of protective devices were released.

These barriers spread out, establishing multiple layers of shielding.

...

Within the central command of the Legendary Level Star Destroyer·Void.

Amie briefed Novkate and Sakari.

“Urgent report, commander: The Federation is rolling out their defensive armaments. They intend to dig in and battle fiercely.”

“Who would’ve thought these ladies possessed such grit, gearing up for a last-stand clash. It’s far from Rain Capital’s typical approach.”

Sakari observed the unfolding defenses, deeming them a hassle.

Despite the Void Legion’s prowess, its ranks were thin, and the Second Legion had taken heavy blows during its prior strike on Saint Joex.

The Federation’s Fourth Legion, while inferior to the Third, could prove a serious threat bolstered by this arsenal of defenses.

Novkate addressed Sakari.

“Commander, no need for concern. Aus and his forces will be here shortly, sealing their doom.”

“Are you positive it’ll be Aus arriving before the Federation’s aid?”

Sakari questioned sharply, eyeing Novkate.

Novkate fell silent, speechless.

“This!”

“I prefer smashing through their barriers on my own rather than pinning hopes on allies.”

Sakari rose from his captain’s seat.

“We trust in you, commander.”

Novkate and his subordinates bowed their heads in unison.

Sakari proceeded to the nearby lift platform without pause.

....

Amid the starlit void.

The entry hatch of the Legendary Level Star Destroyer·Void slid open.

Whoosh!

Sakari guided the VI Generation Mecha·Death Blade into action, darting forward rapidly to lead the squadrons of mechs.

He held back from unleashing the Void Legion’s clone soldiers for the moment.

Those replicated troops operated rare Biological Mechas, too valuable for wasteful deployment except in pivotal clashes.

At that instant, the Black Tide Fortress’s access port yawned wide.

A frosty azure light erupted outward, positioning itself ahead of the shielding array.

The towering 120-meter VI Generation Mecha·Zero Degree Envoy emerged, forged from glacial blue alloy adorned with intricate frost motifs, wielding dual Ice Crystal Blades, featuring a cerulean disc at its core and six arrays of crystalline wings spanning its rear, pulsing with potent energy fluctuations, manifesting before the assembled forces.

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