Mecha: Return of the Pioneers

Chapter 2086 Old friend!

It was still that same train slowly moving along the tracks.

It was still that huge room, but the lighting wasn't very bright.

Richard Billra, the former behind-the-scenes boss of SMS and now a retiree, lowered his head slightly as he looked at the human man who had reappeared before him.

"It's been a long time, Marshal He!"

"Long time no see! Old friend."

He Ming nodded and casually found a seat to sit down.

We're all old friends anyway, so there's no need to worry about these details.

Richard Bill Lager stared at He Ming for a while, then silently shook his head.

"I've already handed over SMS. Why are you still looking for me?"

"It was just a visit to an old friend."

He Ming shrugged and smiled slightly.

"I'm busy working on the other side of the world, while you, my old friend, are enjoying yourself here. It makes me a little uncomfortable."

Richard Billra's brow twitched wildly for a moment, then he finally let out a slow sigh.

“I understand the situation. I will contact my old friends. However, there aren’t many of them, and they’ve been away from the battlefield for a long time.”

"It's alright! My idea is simply to ask you to serve as the training battalion, assisting the Human Earth Alliance in training pilots and helping them to change their habitual fighting style against humans as quickly as possible."

He Ming's words caused Richard Bill's face to twitch rapidly, and his expression gradually became somewhat ferocious, but he eventually calmed down.

"So you're using us old guys as targets! Marshal He, you've got a brilliant plan."

"Haha! Not bad. After all, when it comes to experience in intergalactic combat, there are probably not many people who can compare to you."

Seeing that his request had been approved, He Ming generously offered his praise.

But Richard Bill Laar wasn't buying it.

"Hmph! If there's nothing else, I'll start contacting old friends now. Marshal, please make yourself at home!"

Richard Billra was clearly annoyed that his retirement life had been disrupted.

I don't care what name it is.

Anyway, it's enough to bring out these retired Jelati alien ace pilots and let the pilots from the Earth Alliance see the world and experience the atmosphere of a real alien war.

After leaving Richard Billra, He Ming checked the time and found that it was still early. Lapis was probably still in bed, and Hoshino Ruri, who was interested in the MACROSS Quarter, probably wouldn't finish her visit anytime soon. He Ming seemed to have some leisure time ahead of him.

Do you know where Minerva Zabi lives?

He Ming thought for a moment and then asked the secretary sent by Howard.

"Yes! Minerva Zabi is currently attending the primary school section of the Star Academy in the fleet. She should still be in class now."

The secretary raised his hand to check his wristwatch for a moment, then said respectfully.

"Yes, let's go to Meixing Academy!"

Although He Ming learned from Haman Kahn that Minerva Zabi had decided to give up his idea of ​​returning to Zeon and inheriting the Zabi family, He Ming still felt it was necessary to meet with Minerva Zabi.

With the secretary's arrangement, He Ming's arrival at Meixing Academy did not cause much of a stir.

Even when Minerva Zabi was called out of the classroom, it did not arouse any suspicion among his classmates.

In fact, this is also related to Minerva Zabi's usual behavior.

Although Minerva Zabi abandoned his idea of ​​returning to Zeon and inheriting the Zabi family, Haman Khan still strictly taught Minerva Zabi according to the standards of a duchy heir.

Therefore, when a student suddenly appears in Meixing Academy, an academy open to the general public, whose words, actions, appearance, and temperament far surpass those of the surrounding students, it inevitably stirs up a strong storm and attracts many curious glances. Fortunately, it was only the elementary school section, and fortunately, with the help of the fleet, many people who disliked Minerva Zabi gave up their ideas of causing trouble, allowing Minerva Zabi to grow up peacefully in ordinary days.

"Marshal! Minerva Zabi greets you!"

Minerva Zabi entered the room and immediately bowed to He Ming.

“No need for such formalities. Let’s chat like ordinary people, Minerva.”

He Ming pointed to the stool in front of him, indicating that Minerva Zabi should relax and sit down.

"Yes! Thank you very much!"

Minerva Zabi visibly relaxed a bit, but she still maintained an upright and proper posture.

"It seems Harman has high expectations of you. Is it tough?"

He Ming glanced at Minerva Zabi and sighed softly.

After Minerva Zabi gave up on returning to Zeon and inheriting the Zabi family, Artesia's rule over Zeon was no longer at risk.

This can be considered as He Mingfang receiving a favor from Minerva Zabi.

"No! Harman is doing this for my own good. Although the knowledge I learned in etiquette class isn't very useful here at Miyuki Academy, it's still helpful for my future overall."

Minerva Zabi carefully organized her words.

Looking at the stern little face, He Ming shook his head helplessly. He got up, took Minerva Zabi's right hand, and walked out of the room.

"Marshal, what's wrong?"

"Okay, come with me! I'll introduce you to my new friend."

Minerva Zabi looks small, but when he puts on a serious face, he really has the air of an adult.

Although He Ming understood Harman's good intentions, he was unwilling to talk to Minerva Zabi like that. Therefore, taking advantage of the opportunity when Lapis was rubbing her eyes and struggling to get out of her warm bed, he let the two little ones who were about the same age have a chat.

True.

After Lapis met Minerva Zabi, Minerva Zabi was drawn to Lapis's long, pinkish hair and the faint glow that seemed to flow beneath her face.

"This is my sister, Lapis, and this is Minerva Zabi. Today is a wonderful day for you two to meet, so let's go have some fun!"

Thus, in that giant farm run by the Jellati aliens, two small figures appeared, running around wildly, along with a swarm of Vajra cubs following them.

"What a leisurely and carefree time you have! Marshal He Ming of the Human Earth Alliance!"

He Ming sat on a bench, watching the two people playing wildly on the grassland, when a familiar and pleasant voice came from behind him.

He Ming rose to greet the distinguished guest, gesturing for him to take a seat. As he did so, he had his secretary bring over tea and refreshments, and then spoke loudly.

"Welcome, Miss Galaxy Fairy, and Miss Galaxy Cinderella!"

"Long time no see! You've become quite polite!"

"Hello! Marshal He!"

The one who gracefully pulled the person next to her to sit down was the Galactic Fairy Sheryl.

Beside her, somewhat reserved, was the recently rising newcomer, Cinderella Lan Hua Li.

“Let’s talk as we go! Miss Lanhua, don’t be nervous! I’m here to ask for your cooperation on a plan.”

"I heard about it from Akemi-senpai! I agree."

Sherry smiled confidently and then pulled Lan Hua Li over.

"And Xiao Lanhua also wants to help. So, there's no need to make a request, Marshal!"

(End of this chapter)