Chapter 357: Their respective choices
At this time, Malu also summoned everyone on the Archangel. Also summoned were the Earth troops who came to Orb with the Archangel. Although none of them A decision was made, but none of them left Orb.
"Currently, the Earth Alliance fleet is heading towards Orb. If Orb refuses to join the Earth Army in the crusade against PLANT, it will be regarded as a supporter of ZAFT. This is the reason."
< br>"What is this!?" After hearing this, some people in the team immediately expressed dissatisfaction. They were chilled by the Atlantic Federation. At this time, from the perspective of bystanders, they all expressed dissatisfaction with the Atlantic Federation's bandit style. .
“The Orb government wants to insist on implementing a neutral stance and is still working hard at diplomatic mediation. Unfortunately, judging from the current actions taken by the Earth Army, it can only be said that this battle is inevitable. Knowing that fighting is unavoidable, the Orb government has moved all its citizens abroad. Now in Orb, only senior government officials and the military are left. They have entered a state of national defense to prepare for emergencies. Similarly, we must also make a choice. ”
As soon as these words came out, everyone's expressions became very complicated. It was not because they might have to fight with former friendly forces, but because some people no longer wanted to stay in the army. They were afraid of being abandoned again and being abandoned again. Use as bait or cannon fodder.
“Now, with the Archangel and other battleships acting as escape ships, our own situation is also very delicate. Faced with Orb’s current situation, how should we respond? No one ordered us, and at the same time, we I don’t have the authority to order you.”
Although it was Malu who had the final say, several captains behind her nodded in agreement. They are no longer soldiers of the Earth Army, so naturally there is no superior-subordinate relationship. .
“If it is really impossible to avoid the war, the war will begin at 0900 tomorrow morning. Should we fight to protect Orb or make other choices? We must make our own choice. Therefore, if there is If the crew members want to leave the ship, please leave immediately. The last Orb ship transporting nationals will depart at 0700 tonight."
"The same goes for the crew members of this ship."
"The same goes for this ship."
The captains all echoed. They have actually made a choice. Like the Archangel, they stayed in Orb and stood up. As for the crew's decision, they did not will interfere.
“I am really grateful to you for following me, an unreliable captain, to this day.”
Not only Malu bowed 90 degrees to the crew, but also Mu and Bakilu Lu, and the other captains are the same.
As captains, they are all unqualified, because the captain is responsible for the entire crew of the ship. Malu, Mu, and Bucky Lulu’s trip to the Archangel was all about chasing ducks. Many wrong decisions were made during this period, and the other captains failed to see the conspiracy of the military brass and almost died with their crew members in the Joshua Base.
At this point, everyone dispersed with different thoughts. Ma Liu and others knew that someone would definitely leave the ship, but they also understood each other's thoughts. If too many people left, it would be impossible to maintain the normal operation of a battleship. They will also stay, either joining other battleships to fight side by side, or applying to the Orb Army to join them directly.
As expected, half of the people chose to leave, but the Archangel had 11 people, including Kaz, and there were more other warships. There were only a few warships with few people left.
After learning about this situation, Yang Hui immediately found them.
"I already understand the situation. Thank you very much for your willingness to stay and fight for Orb."
"No, this is what we should do." Malu replied, Publicly, Obu took them in when they were homeless and ensured their safety. This kindness needs to be repaid; privately, because of Yang Hui himself, Ma Liu will also stay.
"Then there are two paths for you to choose from, especially you guys. Your ship doesn't have enough crew members, right?" Yang Hui looked at several unfamiliar captains.
"Yes." It's a bit embarrassing. Although I understand the crew's choice, but they have gone so far at once, doesn't it mean that all my subordinates are cowards?
“My idea is this. The Orb Army does not lack a few naval warships to join. In addition to the Archangel, I personally recommend that you take your own warships to the giant floating platform or Papua New Guinea. Joining the local Orb fleet and waiting for the opportunity as the spark of Orb rebirth is the first option; the second option is to join the Orb army now and rearrange military positions," Yang Hui said to everyone present. Especially for the captains and crews of ordinary battleships.
What they brought was the Arkansas-class and Des Moines-class mobile cruisers, which were similar to Orb's Kuramigami-class. Although they didn't want to use cannon fodder to describe them, that was the fact.
And if these warships come into play, they may be used as key attack targets, accelerating their death.
So simply abandon these warships, break them up and incorporate them into the Orb army, or save their strength and let them go to the giant floating platform or Papua New Guinea to temporarily avoid the limelight, and then return when the Orb is reborn.
A few people looked at each other with complicated expressions. Although they did not feel any malice or derogation from Yang Hui, there was indeed a bit of contempt in his words. What made them most uncomfortable was that this It is also a fact that has to be admitted.
“Everyone, please decide as soon as possible.” Yang Hui urged, because there is no time to waste now. “If you choose one, please be prepared to escort the citizens tonight. The transport ship will leave the Orb mainland together; if you choose the second option, I will arrange your positions immediately."
"...Your Excellency Yang Hui, please allow us to discuss it. It won't take long, just ten minutes."
“Okay.”
Yang Hui stood up and left, and Ma Liu followed Yang Hui, leaving space for them to discuss. After all, she would stay with the Archangel, so it would be inconvenient for her to participate in their conversation.
"Yang Hui... Is Orb's battle really inevitable?" Ma Liu asked with some worry. She had indeed witnessed Orb's power, but this power also had its limits. It's really nothing compared to the giant Atlantic Federation.
“You still don’t know the request made by the Atlantic Federation, right?”
“What request? Isn’t it a mass accelerator?”
“Atlantic Federation request, Orb government Disband, disband the army, and... hand me over," Yang Hui said.
"How could this happen!?" Malu really didn't know about this. They only knew that the Atlantic Federation's troops were coming, but they had no idea that the Atlantic Federation had actually put forward such outrageous conditions. Not only did they want Orb to destroy the country, , but also Yang Hui! It was just the latter request that Ma Liu couldn't accept. "So, the battle between Orb and the Atlantic Federation cannot be avoided, and..."
The battle between Orb and the Atlantic Federation cannot be avoided even if it can be avoided. , if you avoid it this time, can you avoid it next time? Once his spine is broken, Orb will always be at the mercy of others.
Therefore, [White Pigeon Plan] is imperative. This battle must be fought!
"Is there... a chance of winning?" Ma Liu was worried. She really couldn't find where Orb's chance of winning was, but she thought Yang Hui had decided so, and there must be a way.
"There is no chance of winning this battle."
"Then..."
"But Orb, there is still hope."
"..." Malu gently said Hug Yang Hui and put her chin on his shoulder, "I will help you."
Ma Liu didn't know what to say. She knew that Yang Hui must have a plan, but she didn't know this plan. In detail, all she can do now is support Yang Hui and help Yang Hui.
"Don't worry, my plan will not fail. We will all live to witness Orb's rebirth."
"Then go to Promes Fortress together and travel to other worlds together." This sentence, Of course, he didn't say it out loud, but it was what Yang Hui was thinking in his heart.
Ten minutes passed quickly, and Yang Hui also got their answer.
"Your Excellency Yang Hui, let's choose the first way."
"Okay, please be prepared and set off tonight. I will inform Gaelta. After you go, you will Someone is waiting for you.”
"Thank you."
Everyone dispersed to prepare for the night voyage. Yang Hui understood their choice and understood their thoughts. In fact, they were not optimistic about Orb's situation, and they did not want to be buried with Orb. The first path they chose was to find a way for themselves to survive, and at the same time, it was also to leave a way out for themselves to witness whether the Orb country could still exist and whether it could still be reborn. The current Orb was not qualified to let them risk their lives. You have to protect them, even if you are kind to them.
Sent them off, Yang Hui and Ma Liu came to the Archangel together. Since the Archangel came to Orb, except for meeting Kira and others in the hospital, they have not had a good time with this group of companions. See you, he is too busy.
"Yang Hui, are you here?"
"Well, how is it?"
"Not bad, Orb is still so peaceful, but this peace can't last long."
"Don't worry, even if it is broken, it will not be wiped out. As long as people are still alive, there is hope. "
"You are indeed a big shot. You speak so high-minded, but our lives are in your hands."
"Keep your heart in your stomach, I want you to. Work for me all your life”
……
After chatting casually, Yang Hui said goodbye to everyone. The Atlantic Federation fleet was close at hand, and he had to go to the Ministry of National Defense for final confirmation to see how the emperor's arrangements were.
"The combat plan has been deployed. Please take a look." As she spoke, Huang marked her deployment plan on the combat map, along with the predicted route of the Atlantic Federation fleet.
"What a pity. If there were special mobile suits in the water, we could have ambushed them here first." Yang Hui said helplessly as he looked at a sea area. This sea area is very special. There are many rocks on the seabed. It is very convenient for the special MS to be hidden in the water and will not be detected in advance by the sonar system. Moreover, the Atlantic Federation does not have underwater power now, so it has almost no defense against the special MS in the water.
"Deploy another layer of anti-aircraft firepower in this area." Yang Hui marked out another area behind the port's defense line, because in Yang Hui's memory, in addition to the maritime fleet, the Atlantic Federation also had airdrop troops. This is also The biggest reason that led to the collapse of the Orb defense line.
"Here... airdrop troops?"
"That's right."
Hearing this, the emperor immediately mobilized his troops to improve Orb's defense circle.
(End of this chapter)