Chapter 1761 Transfer as planned
The first thing to appear in the Gibraltar beta system was indeed the Vulcan Airan and three Imperial Corona-class dreadnoughts.
Marshal Bonaparte had indeed guessed correctly. The heroic Imperial Army was indeed preparing to use the capital ship to take the lead in order to establish a bridgehead for its own fleet to enter the Milky Way mainland.
But because of the existence of the "rushing car", the imperial fleet entering the Gibraltar β system not only was not attacked, but actually had a first-mover advantage. One Titan and three Dreadnoughts fired in unison, firing thousands of bombardments at the artillery array directly ahead in the shortest time, permanently destroying more than 30% of the fire platform blocking the star entrance on the spot.
The other one, the strutting "space assault vehicle", was eventually lost after it crashed into six MK7 turrets and caused at least three arsenal ships and a guard ship to lose control and crash with its own gravity. The momentum stopped.
Until this time, even half of the suicide squad members who set out with the "car rush" survived. After this battle, they will live to become heroes, enjoy the glory and benefits of class promotion, become an inspirational model for the entire empire, and become an example of His Majesty's endless kindness.
Of course, compared to the earth-shattering impact of the impact on the Demon's Throat, this time's victory cannot be said to be particularly successful.
However, as long as this solid metal object still exists there, it will have formed a natural shield beside the star gate. Under its cover, the three Corona-class dreadnoughts following the Vulcan Empress opened up their formation in a leisurely and leisurely manner, continuously bombarding the Earth fleet and turret groups, and at the same time dropped four missiles. More than a hundred of the latest Titanium Blade fighters.
We all know that the dreadnoughts of this era are neither pure battleships nor pure aircraft carriers. Each of them is actually an enlarged version of 1143. This is true for the latest God-class and Barbarossa-class, as well as the slightly older Flame Dragon-class and Corona-class.
As for the Titanium Blade, this new type of fighter with ferocious firepower, strong protection, extremely long endurance, and extremely fast sublight speed charge can only be regarded as mediocre in terms of maneuverability and dexterity, and its penetration effect is far inferior to those of Earth's light wings. Fighter. If you encounter the (self-proclaimed) "old enemy" Red Ghost, you will probably have to resort to dirty tactics, and use some unscrupulous people to bully the few.
But even so, they are still the product of the empire's military engineering, and they are definitely enough to kill the turret groups. Even those arsenal ships and guard ships that fled slower were all attacked in an airtight manner. hunt.
At this time, the Imperial pilots finally felt the same happiness as their counterparts on Earth.
"So, will it really be the era of aircraft carriers and pilots in the future?"
"In any case, our tactical status has indeed improved."
"But whose credit is this?"
"Stop talking, stop talking."
"Everyone said that he should actually be the marshal of the empire. He is the one who should lead us."
"Indeed, there must be something wrong with the empire's divinely chosen champion not commanding the empire's soldiers."
"Stop talking, stop talking."
"Anyway, the future will be the era of aircraft carriers and pilots."
"You can say this! You can say this more!"
In short, pilots are different from ordinary soldiers. They are all born in middle-class or above families with higher education. It is inevitable that they will have loose minds and have such treacherous thoughts. Of course, the ultra-long-range light spear cannon fired by the Vulcan Airan in the direction of the Earth Fleet dispelled all their little thoughts.
Subsequently, more and more imperial warships emerged from the star gate and began a fierce artillery battle with the main force of the outer ring fleet that came over.
After a ten-hour battle, the Earth's Outer Ring Fleet relied on certain geographical advantages to successfully inflict damage to the Imperial Army equivalent to more than 1.5 times its own losses, and even hit the enemy's flagship Vulcan several times.
But even so, they were still unable to force the Imperial Army back behind the Star Gate.
The battlefield at Nantianmen fell into a cruel tug-of-war.
By the time Said received the news, the first phase of the fierce artillery battle between the two sides had come to an end. Some injured imperial warships have retreated to the other side of the star gate for correction. However, the Imperial Army's flagship Vulcan was still at the Star Gate, hiding behind the "rushing car" with half of its head exposed, as if it was wantonly mocking the other Earthlings.
Farrell, the youngest marshal in active service in the Imperial Army (excluding the royal family), not only showed extraordinary creativity and execution, but also showed extraordinary courage and determination here.
The above is the beginning and end of the current battle situation at Chiero Fortress and Nantianmen.
In contrast, on the Community side, there has been no latest news for a while, whether it is the Yang Xiyi fleet still in the New World or the Bazan fleet that has passed through the far shore nebula and entered the empire.
At this moment, Yu Lian, who was in the jar, suddenly felt a heavy sense of loneliness, and the pressure fell on him like a collapsed mountain. Fortunately, when he saw that Feifei was indeed still around, the mountain that was almost suffocating him immediately dissipated like a phantom.
"Marshal Farrell, Marshal Farrell, this turned out to be such a difficult enemy." Yu Lian said with emotion: "The empire has gained people! Such powerful generals are really emerging in endlessly, like mushrooms emerging after the rain. ”
Feifei couldn't help laughing: "Look at your attitude, as if you are condescendingly commenting on your juniors. If you don't know, I would think you are the senior marshal of the Generalissimo's Mansion. Um... No, the chief of the Generalissimo's Mansion wouldn't dare to With your style, you are clearly an emperor.”
Yu Lian said proudly: "Humph, the emperor is prostrate in front of me!"
"Yes, yes, the fish are so powerful." Feifei responded casually:
"During the Glory Mission military exercise, Marshal Farrell defeated Marshal Este with a disadvantaged force. At that time, he was already regarded as the next inevitable candidate to enter the Generalissimo's Mansion. However, under Brynn Later, when he served as the Chief of Army Administration of the New Continent, his performance was a bit embarrassing. He was never able to capture the Yaochi and was teased by Teacher Yang several times. "
"He was not fooled by Teacher Yang, he just suffered a few tactical defeats. In fact, if the Tower of Babel hadn't appeared, the Yang fleet's action space would have been compressed to the extreme. In essence, hide-and-seek and knot Just like the hard fortress, it especially tests the commander’s patience and Basic skills. However, in this battle of Nantianmen, Marshal Farrell also showed considerable creativity. This kind of person is much more difficult than the opposite Marshal Ikenluojia. Young, young people are good.”
Feifei glanced at Yu Lian, but then said: "So, which opponent is more difficult to deal with?"
"Marshal Ikenluojia, there is no doubt about it." Yu Lian said without hesitation.
The old guy opposite has never made a mistake since he took office. Even if he occasionally catches a flaw, he will never mess up and control the damage to a minimum.
No matter how urgent the situation is, he can calmly command his men to restore order, restore formation, restore combat power, and even restore calmness, as if they will never be shaken.
"Sometimes, I feel like I'm fighting a capybara." Yu Lian laughed.
"...The capybara is indeed emotionally stable, but it is not a deterrent." Feifei also smiled.
"What if it was a capybara as big as a mammoth?"
"That's scary just thinking about it." Feifei followed Yu Lian and showed a happy expression of distress.
"I estimate that the battle reports from Chero Fortress and Nantianmen should also be sent to the God of the Four Seasons. The Imperial Army should also be making moves soon."
As soon as he finished speaking, an alarm came, but it was Chief of Staff Mkawa from the staff department.
"Sorry to disturb your rest. However, the Four Seasons God and the Sky Dragon have begun to take action." The rest time of the Empire's Central Fleet Group came to an end after 157 minutes.
Afterwards, the huge central array unfolded its reality, and in the most unorthodox and least creative but most watertight attacking posture, step by step, it pressed towards the location of the Seide Fortress.
In addition, the Imperial fleet, which was fighting on both wings of its own fleet, changed its unhurried steps and stepped up its offensive. It can also be seen from the reports sent by the fortresses on both sides that this time, the Imperial Army seems to be really ready to use human lives to tear down the iron walls of the community.
"It's much faster than expected. Tsk, what a wealthy and powerful construction! When will I be able to fight such a wealthy battle? I think back then..."
"Remember those days?" Feifei asked.
"Well, I'm talking about the dream. In the dream, I also fought a quite prosperous battle, not to mention the one at Shukel on the far bank. I even dared to build the Sky Castle in the abyss. Do you believe it?"
"I believe that you are actually a person who likes construction at heart. You actually like construction more than fighting. This is a good habit."
All in all, if it weren't for the large-scale construction carried out by the imperial army in Said, the battle just now would have given them half a month's rest. However, the wealthy Galactic Empire was able to spend the first half of the year and painstakingly build a series of frontline support equipment opposite Said.
From the perspective of farmers like Yu Lian, this situation is actually quite desperate, even more desperate than the other party lining up a string of Titan ships in front of them.
Sure enough, in any era and in any future, throwing money at people is the most unsolvable conspiracy!
Looking at Yu Lian's expression of constipation, Feifei just said: "But this is probably just a little faster than your most optimistic estimate."
Yes, facing such an enemy, an optimistic person like me has no choice but to be a desperate pessimist. Yu Lian thought.
"Chief of Staff, how are you doing with your rest?" Yu Lian asked.
"According to the supply schedule formulated by Admiral Sylvester in advance, our supply progress has exceeded the minimum expected value. It is currently confirmed that more than 70% of the warships should be able to set off." Chief of Staff
"But there are quite a few of them. Maybe after two or three jumps, they will fall apart." Yu Liandao.
"...Yes, but our time is limited after all." Mkawa showed a guilty look.
Yu Lian couldn't help but burst into laughter: "Chief of Staff, I'm not picking on you. Do you think I am the kind of unreasonable chief officer? If I were really such a person, I would have retired by now and gone to Earth to run for Congress. Congressman.”
Chief of Staff Mkawa's smile was still awkward and apologetic. He is indeed a butler-type chief of staff who lacks a sense of humor, but he should not be a sensitive type with deep thoughts.
"Given the current status of the Nuwa and Amon, if a long-term jump march is carried out, there will indeed be great safety risks." The chief of staff's expression was helpless, and his tone was serious. In front of the young commander, this mature and prudent general was not prepared to hide his emotions.
He further explained: "During the inspection just now, it was found that the main carrier of the Nuwa had structural cracks. On the Amon, the B-line voltage regulator clock of the No. 2 neutrino engine was completely damaged, burning the three energy sources at the tail. cabin. They were all damaged during the battle.”
This is not a problem that can be restored by just replacing one or two parts. It is even said that even if there is enough time, it cannot be repaired in Saide, and it can only be postponed to Xin Shuntian for a year and a half for overhaul.
...Of course, Yu Lian can also comfort himself. Compared with the Tireluo Yongjin, the damage caused by these two main gods is actually not painful, and they can even face each other in the fleet decisive battle.
However, they are like soldiers with acute heart disease risks. They still look fat and strong with murderous aura. They can still carry knives and cut from Tianyu East Square to Glory West Road without blinking an eye. Perhaps just a short sprint, a step-by-step mountain climb, is very likely to take their lives.
Yu Lian fell into a long silence.
"The Fuxi was the one that charged the most ferociously, but it was the one with the least injuries."
The chief of staff smiled bitterly and said: "That's true. In order to ensure our retreat channel, they cannot easily leave the most intense line of fire."
From this point of view, wouldn't it be that the culprit has become a family-changing tactic for him to put himself to death and survive? Yu Lian thought.
Of course, it would be too pretentious to deal with this kind of mental internal friction at this time. Yu Lian quickly put this little tangle behind him and nodded to Feifei: "Very good, let's start the transfer according to the original plan. I will return to Fuxi to take charge after my body recovers."
Chief of Staff Mkawa nodded and accepted the order, but before he could go offline to make arrangements, Admiral Sylvester's communication was also sent.
Yu Lian looked at the background on the screen and couldn't help but be startled. The old senior was clearly still at the headquarters of the Said Fortress, not on the bridge of the Athena.
"Sir, you..."
Admiral Sylvester assumed the attitude of a commander for the first time, interrupted Yu Lian, and said in a commanding tone: "Take away the Athena, and leave Amon and Nuwa behind. Amen It was supposed to be my ship! Now I am setting things right.”
...Indeed, it was agreed that two of the first four ships to return to the country would be incorporated into the home fleet, one each for the Outer Rim Fleet and the Far Shore Fleet. Admiral Sylvester's flagship, I have already booked the Amon cruise ship.
The old man also asked Yu Lian in advance about the dimensions of the commander's room of the Amon, and ordered a batch of luxurious furniture from the empire that was said to be in the style of a military palace.
Now, of course, the furniture has not arrived, and the boat has not been returned to him, but the old senior has no objection to this.
Admiral Sylvester later obtained the Athena, but this was already half a year later. Of course, if all moral cognition is put aside and a scumbag narrative is adopted, compared to Amon, a scarred veteran who fought in half the galaxy, Athena may be the new tea that is intact, white, tender and clear.
Perhaps seeing Yu Lian's confusion, he said: "That's my Bai Yueguang! I've ordered matching furniture, doesn't it represent my feelings?"
"Sir..."
"Also, let me tell you something, brother, I have a problem with you. Originally, the four God-class ships were supposed to be two each for the outer ring and the far shore. Why were they assigned to the road specimens of the local fleet? I know. , this is an order from the Presidential Palace and the National Defense Commission, but brother, you were the director of ship procurement at the time, why didn’t you dare to fight with the Presidential Palace?”
Yu Lian twitched the corner of his mouth, lowered his head and said in fear: "I am ashamed of myself."
"There is also my Amon, I didn't have time to go up and take a look."
"You can actually do it at any time. You can even go to the commander's room and have a look."
"He is your ship. I really want to go up and stay in the commander's room and refuse to leave. My subordinates really think that we are at odds." Admiral Sylvester snorted coldly: "There is no smoke without fire, you Do you think that with such a huge defense line, one main event, nine sub-fortresses, fifteen planet surface bases, more than thirty space stations, and tens of millions of soldiers from all over the country, there will be no infiltration from the empire? ”
Yu Lian admitted that what the old senior said made sense.
To put it more cruelly, even if there is no infiltration from the empire, there must be many big shots from "our own side" who sincerely hope that they will really have a bad relationship with Admiral Sylvester.
They even expected this more than the opposite empire.