Him and their stars.

Chapter 1972: Jinyu Palace is actually gone

Needless to say, this was of course a distress signal from the Sleen royal family.

When the signal was connected, a lady in her forties came into view. She was elegant and had regular features. Even though she was a little older, she was still a beautiful lady with a peaceful and peaceful face.

No, or rather, the beautiful and graceful woman who enjoys peace and prosperity in the country is really most attractive at a certain age.

She could hardly hide the haggardness and fear in her eyes, but she managed to maintain her dignity as a noble lady and shouted, "The ghost has arrived above Slenburg! We need support! The Slen Royal Family needs support!"

Miss Sellu knew this elegant lady, of course, and immediately introduced her to Sobaek. She was Countess Barafen Daixia, the prime minister of the Sleen royal family, and a senior official who had served two generations of vassal kings.

"In addition, she also served as an investigative judge for a period of time." Miss Serlu added.

In other words, a psychic who is also a practical fighter. He can be considered a man of both civil and military abilities. A hint of respect appeared on Sobek's face. He had great respect for such people.

"She met the previous King Belial of Sleen when she was serving as an investigative judge and went to Green Ocean Star to investigate the accounting issues of the Glory Gate garrison." Hermissa Star said expressionlessly.

Of course, her voice was still very calm, but somehow it easily attracted everyone's attention.

So, Miss Xing Jianguan continued to narrate in a flat tone: "They had conflicts, confrontations, reconciliations, understandings, and, well, everyone, is it a bit impolite for me to say that they were in cahoots with each other at this time?"

Everyone shook their heads.

Miss Serlu said with a straight face, "I just hope you can be more objective."

"Okay, I'll try to be objective. They are an adulterous couple in cahoots with each other." Hermissa said in a calm tone as if she was describing objective facts: "Lady Barafen Daixia became his confidant after she slept with His Highness Belial, and later became the Prime Minister. What a feminist history of rising to power."

Everyone looked at him in awe.

To be honest, using this kind of smooth and unobstructed pronunciation to tell gossip makes the impact and sarcasm much more powerful than normal.

Seeing that everyone's attention was drawn to her, Ms. Xing Jianguan said in a calm tone, "This incident was a well-known topic of conversation in the social circles of Tianyu ten years ago."

Everyone quickly looked at Miss Serlu again.

She said angrily, "Why are you looking at me? I was still in middle school ten years ago. What do you know about the social world?"

Officer Xing Jian continued to add: "But objectively speaking, Count Daixia is actually quite capable, and he is capable enough to govern Schlenburg."

Well, regardless of whether the sex scandal ten years ago really caused an uproar throughout the empire, this still charming countess now seems to be a very qualified palace prime minister, at least she has good eloquence.

She began by describing the current situation in a concise and precise manner.

In short, it was that "Alliance National Titan" that suddenly arrived over Schlumberg like a ghost. Although it was only a single ship, it easily destroyed the orbital defense facilities above the planet with incredible weapons.

In addition, thirty intra-galactic defense warships equipped with heavy weapons and shields were destroyed on the spot without even detecting any trace of the enemy.

Now, she... no, He is already on standby in the planet's stratosphere orbit. This is a very dangerous height, whether it is orbital airdrop or bombing, it is a very suitable distance.

In fact, His bombardment has already begun.

The guards guarding the royal family of Schlenburg were still very respectful and brave, and launched an artillery attack on the landing "ghost battleship" - yes, Count Dai Xia did call the attacker a "ghost battleship" and did not think it was a national-level Titan of the Alliance at all.

Captain Pegsay also whispered to his colleagues, "It really can't be an Alliance Titan. On the one hand, as Lord Hoshimi said, the Alliance doesn't have the technology to do that. Besides, since the ghost can transform into the appearance of the Zerg Leviathan, it can naturally transform into other appearances."

Sobaek listened to this and said that it made sense indeed.

But whether it was the Ghost or the Alliance's Titan, the anti-aircraft bombardment from the surface was just a symbolic resistance. A clean neutron bomb immediately fell on the planet's field, turning 12 large anti-aircraft orbital cannons and 30 ion cannons, as well as the officers and soldiers of an artillery brigade, into dust.

The above is the last resistance made by the Sleen royal family for their territory. The palace minister then said sadly that the royal family had done their best.

Afterwards, she carefully reviewed the late king's achievements and his care for the generals at all levels of the Glory Gate garrison, and emphasized to everyone that the late king's body was still warm but his hometown was already exposed to danger. She also emphasized that the late king's four children were still in the Golden Feather Palace in Schlenburg.

Although they were not psychics and failed to inherit the throne, they were also the blood of the previous king, royal aristocrats with status, etc. Even if they really lost their noble status due to the principle of descending titles, it would have taken ten generations to do so.

You can't stop considering them as descendants of the Dragon King just because they didn't inherit the throne, right?
Although Count Dai Xia did not say it explicitly, his tone roughly conveyed what you meant.

In addition, there were more than seventy members of Royal Family Sleen in the palace.

In addition, there are more than 500 million military and civilians on the planet, including 100,000 nobles and 2 million citizen families.

Aren’t all of the above the goals that the glorious Imperial Army needs to protect?
Oh, yes, there are 200 million slaves who do dirty, hard and dangerous work, but that’s not really important.

Count Dai Xia did not explicitly request reinforcements, but that was the implication between the lines.

She then changed her tone to one full of hope: "I have already asked all the important people to take refuge in the Golden Feather Palace. Our underground palace shelter is very well built, with sufficient life-support facilities and water, as well as complete defense equipment. It should be able to last for a week! We will fulfill the glorious tradition of electing an emperor to guard the country's borders, and use our flesh and blood to delay the 'Ghost Battleship' as much as possible. Please do not miss the best opportunity to encircle and annihilate this evil demon!"

She then changed her expression to a sad one: "I am ready to die on the battlefield. Then, please save the descendants of the late king for the sake of his sacrifice for the country! The Sleen royal family cannot bear such suffering!"

Generally speaking, when a decent and upper-class person begins to beg, it may have a greater impact on people.

The big guys of the Sobaek fleet who witnessed this scene were, after all, normal people with blood, tears, values ​​and emotions, and they couldn't help but be moved.

Since Madam Gong Xiang said that it can last for a week, it should be able to last for at least three to five days, right? If we rush over now, even if we can't kill the ghost, but drive it away, it will be considered a complete success.

All in all, the same thing applies. After all, we are not demons. We can't just sit back and watch the Sleen royal family be destroyed, right?
However, Captain Pegsay still insisted on his own opinion: "I stick to my judgment. It is too late to go there now. If we speed up and rush to the Landau system in advance, we may be able to intercept the enemy."

Well, another bloodless and tearless demon really appeared.

Miss Serlu was briefly entangled. She knew that the captain was actually a dangerous anti-establishment element with a weird temperament, who lacked respect for noble blood and was so radical that he did not look like a normal imperial officer.

If this guy heard that the Sleen royal family was completely wiped out, he might even applaud and cheer, right?
Wait, then again, this traitor has been lurking in my sight for so long, and I have never thought of executing him on the spot? Why on earth is this? Why on earth is this?

Just as she was hesitating, her distant cousin said in a calm and expressionless tone, "I second the motion."

Well, when a demon appears, it means more and more people will be contaminated.

Miss Serlu felt a little guilty. Although she and the captain didn't like each other, they were colleagues who had known each other for many years. But in terms of trust, she was not as trustworthy as Hermissa, who had only joined the team for less than a month.

...Isn't that right? This guy is a potential traitor? Why should I feel guilty?
"I agree with Captain Pegsay's judgment." The person who spoke this time was Viscount Shameen on the dragon ship. He was the second-in-command of the fleet, responsible for commanding all the extraordinary combat power of the entire fleet, and he was also the youngest flag officer. His affirmation was naturally very different from that of others.

Captain Peggs was very touched and even a little flattered. He knew that most people would find his words harsh, but there would definitely be people who would support him. However, he did not expect that the first to express their attitude clearly would be Viscount Shameen and Officer Hermissa, the two most famous nobles.

Viscount Shameen added: "But I don't think this is a wise approach."

He further explained: "Earl Daixia is the prime minister of King Sleen, and she can represent the will of the royal family. She is asking for help from the entire star field on behalf of the royal family. However, if we fail to give our full support, what kind of behavior will we see in the eyes of the nobles of the sky field? More importantly, Commander Sobek, you are different from us. You are now the confidant of His Royal Highness King Suliuka?"

Sobek's behavior, to a certain extent, represents the will of the young queen who is in the limelight.

King Suliuka asked his men to watch the Sleen royal family die without saving them. What kind of nature is this? What kind of political struggle will it cause?
Miss Serlu nodded. This was actually the problem she had been worried about.

Captain Peggs also stopped talking and sighed silently. He was indeed a potential traitor, but the more anti-establishment people are, the more they understand the establishment. He had to admit that what the deputy knight commander said was right.

Soldiers are supposed to focus only on military matters, but if everything is just a military issue, how much of a luxury that would be!
Sobaek looked at his colleague who was known as one of the Four Heavenly Kings with great surprise, as if he was meeting him for the first time.

He had always thought that a genius like Shamene would be a very pure person, a psychic ascetic who had detached himself from vulgar interests and only pursued the truth, or a noble warrior full of honor.

And in the past few contacts, the other party did give me this impression.

He really had never imagined that the dignified Viscount Ymir Shameen, the youngest active standard-bearer of the Interstellar Knights, "Prism" Shameen, actually had a political side.

Politics is bound to tarnish this kind of nobility.

But then again, who can avoid talking about politics when they reach this position? A simple young man from a small town like me, who only wants to revive the name of the noble family and then live a peaceful life in logistics, is now forced to talk about politics.

Thinking of this, Jaeger Sobek felt inexplicably sad, then he tactically stepped back a little and picked up his teacup.

However, Hermissa looked calm and said, "Then why can she hold out for a week? What is her reason for making such a promise?"

Everyone couldn't help but look at him, but they couldn't answer. After all, the so-called one week was indeed the free will of Ms. Gong Xiang.

Even if everyone is slow-witted, they should be able to see that Ms. Xing Jianguan either has a grudge against the Prime Minister or against the Sleen royal family.

Sobaek, who was drinking water, couldn't help coughing, and this time it was not tactical.

Viscount Serlu glanced at his superiors and calculated, "Slenburg's defensive artillery has four brigades equipped with 200 cannons of various types that can attack space orbits, and six brigades of armored grenadiers serving as guards. This is in line with the standards of the Elector's guard. If these troops are transferred to the urban area of ​​Golden Feather City for defense, they can use the complex streets to hide themselves, and perhaps a tighter defense line can be built."

"The so-called tight defense line is to make ghosts afraid to act rashly?" Officer Xing Jian looked at his cousin.

Even when she asked questions, she used this kind of narrative language without any ups and downs.

The Viscountess also leaned back in her chair tactically, with an expression that said, "That's what you said, but I didn't."

So, is the relationship between you two cousins ​​good or bad? Sobek was confused.

"If it's him, he might indeed give up the orbital bombing of the city," Shameen said.

"Yes, he has never massacred civilians, nor abused prisoners of war." Sobek said subconsciously: "Compared to us, who claim to be noble..."

"Sir." Miss Serlu lowered her voice and kicked the other person under the table.

Sobek quickly shut up. He warned himself again that he must be careful in the future and even think twice before speaking. If he accidentally blurted out the truth in front of Duke Barryn or other bigwigs next time, it would be a bad ending.

Miss Xing Jianguan asked again: "Also, why is it Count Daixia? Where is His Royal Highness Feilian, King of Sleen?"

Sobaike wanted to say that the prince was only fifteen years old, so naturally he needed the prime minister to speak for him.

However, considering the species of the Dragon King family, there are many who can kill people before the age of ten. Who says that fifteen-year-olds can't speak in public?

This situation is indeed a bit strange.

Captain Pegsay also reacted and said quietly, "Earl Daixia mentioned the mausoleum of the late king, the city and its inhabitants, and the people who took refuge in the underground of the Golden Feather Palace, but he did not mention King Sleen himself."

Sobek tactically poured himself another glass of wine and covered his face with it. He knew that everyone was looking at him, waiting for him to make a decision, but he actually wanted to give up thinking now.

Fortunately, at this time, the communications officer brought a series of latest changes in the situation.

First of all, there is good news. In the Golden Feather City area with the largest population in Schlumburg, there is indeed a continuous barrage of artillery fire, trying to attack the ghost battleship in orbit.

Needless to say, King Sleen was indeed using the city, which was home to at least 20 million civilians, as a shield.

Therefore, this "ghost warship" that was regarded as a demon seemed to really show a reaction of being cautious. She did not bomb the densely populated urban areas, but continued to increase her altitude until she left the atmosphere.

At this moment, everyone's emotions were indeed very complicated.

How could we benefit from the morality of our enemies? Who is the righteous side?

At the same time, the fleet of Gate of Glory, which was closer to the target, was also speeding up towards Schlenburg.

"At least we can't be the last to arrive." Miss Serlu said.

Sobek hesitated again. Intellectually, he certainly thought that Captain Pegsay's proposal was correct, but emotionally, he should still be with Guang Tongchen.

"There is no need to choose anymore." Miss Xing Jianguan said suddenly.

"what?"

"The Golden Feather Palace is gone," she added.

She still had a blank expression on her face, but at this moment she really gave off the vibe of a charlatan.

As a result, the atmosphere on the scene suddenly became tense and depressing.

"Aha, I'm just talking about a possibility." She said calmly again.

Everyone couldn't help but shudder.