Shadows of the Deep Space Chapter 1778 - 555: Downfall

Within the central command hub of the Nether Moon Star Defense Line, the current scene unfolded.

A holographic display portrayed the standoff between Asya and Su Ming.

Su Ming's displayed mecha formation numbered approximately two thousand individuals, facing off against the Dark Army's fifty thousand. Strikingly, Su Ming's forces were equipped with remarkably advanced mechas; the lowest grade was the Green Wing Mecha, while regular captain-level officers piloted Fourth Generation Mechas. Main captains commanded False V Generation Mechas, with Zhang Yi piloting a V Generation Mecha·Illusion Dragon (standard model) and Ankaga piloting a V Generation Mecha·Night Demon (high-end model).

Admiral Oka Wen, the commander-in-chief of the Dark Army, also piloted a standard V Generation Mecha·Illusion Dragon, identical to Zhang Yi's. His subordinates, however, possessed very few False V Generation Mechas.

Meanwhile, Captain Asya of the Heavenly Revelation Divine Country commanded an overwhelmingly vast fleet, with the mecha formation alone reaching five hundred thousand, a tenfold advantage over Su Ming’s numbers. Furthermore, the fifth seat of the Holy Temple Knights, Lannette, the tenth seat, Mokarive, and General Long Meilite were all actively engaged in the conflict.

"Did my eyes deceive me? How can Su Ming’s troops possess such cutting-edge equipment? It appears to be on par with the Dragon Pattern Army."

Commander Fulaya voiced her astonishment without reservation.

"More than that, isn't that mecha beside Su Ming an Illusion Dragon Mecha? Brother 3, did you happen to sell one to him?"

Long Ying inquired of Long Chen, his gaze fixed on the Illusion Dragon Mecha piloted by Zhang Yi.

"No, as you well know, the Dragon Pattern Group does not trade this mecha series externally, especially the V Generation Mecha·Illusion Dragon! Mechas of this caliber are reserved exclusively for the most elite generals within the legion; even Long Jing was not equipped with one."

Long Chen admitted, his own confusion palpable.

It was common knowledge that the Dragon Pattern Group was the private weapons conglomerate of the Dragon String Council President, specializing in the production of the Illusion Dragon series, exclusively supplying the Imperial Guard. Consequently, the Illusion Dragon series was never made available to the public.

"Then what could be the explanation?"

Long Ying scrutinized Zhang Yi's mecha repeatedly, confirming its authenticity as an Illusion Dragon Mecha.

"I'm uncertain. Let's pose the question to Su Ming after this battle."

Suppressing his inner bewilderment, Long Chen redirected his focus to the immediate objective: victory.

"Very well."

Long Ying gave a slight nod.

...

Amidst the vast expanse of the starry sky.

Su Ming directed his attention towards the Holy Judgment Angel, activating the public communication channel to initiate contact.

"Mr. Asya, we meet again."

"Su Ming, during the Battle of Saint Joex, though I was defeated by you, I accepted my loss with conviction. However, I have long yearned for a rematch, and I never anticipated we would cross paths so soon. In this engagement, I shall exert my full strength to vanquish you!"

Asya responded to Su Ming with courteous resolve.

"As you wish!"

Su Ming, maneuvering Ilyas, raised the Dragon Base Spear in a respectful gesture of acknowledgment.

Despite having only encountered Asya once before, Su Ming held considerable admiration for him.

Asya then raised his hand, issuing a command to his subordinates.

"Attack!"

The Star Destroyer Seeking Light and accompanying vessels unleashed a torrent of firepower, initiating a ferocious onslaught against the Thunder Extreme and its allied ships.

The Thunder Extreme and the defensive line's armaments retaliated with equal intensity.

Beams and missiles crisscrossed the void like chaotic tides, erupting in spectacular bursts amidst both combatant forces.

"For the glory of the Lord God Emperor, charge forth!"

The Mechanical Army of the Heavenly Revelation Divine Country advanced bravely towards Ankaga and his contingent.

Ankaga and his comrades piloted their mechas to meet the charge head-on.

The opposing forces collided, plunging into a brutal melee.

Nevertheless, both sides artfully maintained a clear zone around Su Ming and Asya, creating a significant vacuum in their immediate vicinity.

At that juncture, Asya piloted the Holy Judgment Angel, executing a traditional knight's salute towards Su Ming.

Su Ming, with practiced grace, maneuvered Ilyas to reciprocate the knightly gesture.

"Begin!"

The salutes concluded, Asya's demeanor became grave as he commanded the Holy Judgment Angel to surge towards Su Ming with tempestuous fury, his long spear a fleeting shadow aimed at Ilyas.

Su Ming's pupils constricted, and the surrounding world seemed to fall into an unnerving stillness.

Asya's sudden assault appeared to decelerate to a fraction of its initial speed.

He then expertly guided Ilyas to evade the incoming strike, swiftly raising the Dragon Base Spear to impale the Holy Judgment Angel's cockpit.

Asya, also exercising restraint, swiftly retracted his spear to parry the thrust of the Dragon Base Spear.

Clang!

A cascade of sparks erupted, scattering in all directions.

Without pause, Su Ming wielded the Dragon Base Spear, launching a relentless assault on the Holy Judgment Angel, moving with spectral swiftness.

Asya found himself in a defensive struggle, his spearwork a constant series of parries that forced him backward step by step.

Amidst the fray, a daring battle reporter, unafraid, advanced from the rear, training their camera on the combatants, and enthusiastically began a live broadcast.

"Citizens, witness this spectacle! Admiral Su Ming is locked in a ferocious duel with Captain Asya, and it appears Admiral Su Ming holds the advantage, pushing Captain Asya back..."

"Magnificent! That's the spirit of combat!"

"Lord Su Ming, unleash your full strength, vanquish him!"

...

Within the bustling Star Cluster Forum, countless citizens of the Federation erupted in unified, fervent cheers.

"Do not be complacent; this is merely the commencement of the duel. Captain Asya remains the most formidable opponent!"

"Lord Asya is blessed by the divine; he is surely destined to overcome Su Ming!"

...

A multitude of citizens from the Heavenly Revelation Divine Country countered with their own fervent declarations.

The spectators, on both sides, continued their verbal sparring as they observed the ongoing battle.

High above, in the vast expanse of the star-strewn heavens.

Su Ming's offensive intensified with each passing moment, intensifying the pressure upon Asya, stretching his nerves to their breaking point as he relentlessly blocked and retreated.

Suddenly, Su Ming, now controlling Ilyas, unleashed a devastating surge of power, his spear sweeping out in a blindingly fast horizontal arc.