You said mechs were going to fight monsters, but instead you're destroying stars with your bare

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An unbearable truth?
Li Zhe shrugged, his heart not feeling too much.

One day, when we storm Universe 2, the truth will be revealed.

Staring at this riddle box and racking your brains only increases mental exhaustion.

Li Zhe retrieved the [Fusion Core] that had been used as bait, and then swept away all the spoils of war, packing them up and taking them with him.

"Let's go, Zero, let's go home and take stock."

With a fluctuation of spatial energy, Li Zhe's figure disappeared into the cold mechanical inferno of the Steel Empire.

Leaving that battlefield, filled with slaughter and intrigue, far behind...

……

When Li Zhe regained consciousness, a salty sea breeze swept over him.

Before him stretched the boundless blue sea and the tranquil and peaceful starfish island that belonged only to him.

"Commander, welcome back."

Zero's voice echoed in my mind, still as calm and efficient as ever.

But Li Zhe detected a subtle warmth in it.

He let out a long sigh of relief, feeling his nerves, which had been taut from the battle, finally relax completely.

Looking up, several seagulls were soaring freely in the sky, emitting clear cries.

The sunlight was warm but not scorching.

Sprinkling it on your body makes you feel lazy and want to just lie down and have a good sleep.

War, conspiracy, slaughter...

Everything I experienced in the abyss seemed like a distant and unreal nightmare.

Only the [Fusion Core] in his hand, and the ominous loot in the maintenance hangar, silently reminded him that it had all really happened.

Li Zhe walked onto the villa's terrace and poured himself a glass of iced cola.

He leaned back in his recliner and opened his personal terminal.

A deluge of news instantly flooded his field of vision...

#Operation Sunset Concludes Successfully, the United Government Reaches Peak Prestige, and the World Enters an Era of Mass Construction!

#A feasibility study on establishing a strategic fortress city in the Hakone region for the decisive battle against the Abyss has sparked global discussion, and the Third New Tokyo City construction plan has officially been put on the agenda!

#Genius Idea or Delusional Fantasy? Experts Debate the Theory of 'Meme Wars,' Ushering in a Cultural Creation Movement!

#Sunset Operation Heroes: A Look Back at the Ace Mech Pilots Who Emerged in This Battle!

Looking at these news headlines filled with passion and hope, Li Zhe couldn't help but smile with satisfaction.

The butterfly effect triggered by his anonymous report far exceeded his expectations.

It not only provides an imaginative direction for the reconstruction of the Fusang Islands.

It has also sparked a global discussion about "the future," "hope," and "a community with a shared future for mankind."

People's attention is no longer limited to the immediate crisis in the abyss.

Instead, they began to think about the future of human civilization from a grander and more positive perspective.

In addition, Li Zhe noted that the coalition government was conducting a large-scale "rewarding of merits".

A large number of mech pilots who performed outstandingly in the war were promoted and commended, and were entrusted with important responsibilities, becoming the backbone of various key departments.

A brand-new "noble class" centered on military achievements is quietly taking shape.

They may be stationed in key strategic locations or participate in the construction of "Third New Tokyo City".

Or they may join special operations teams and continue their fight against the abyss on unseen fronts.

"I wonder what kind of position they'll assign me?"

Li Zhe took a sip of his cola, a hint of anticipation in his heart. Although he wasn't interested in the so-called power and status.

But it's not bad to be able to do something within your power for this world that is being reborn.

Just as Li Zhe was leisurely scrolling through the news, imagining which "easy yet important" department he might be assigned to in the future, continuing his carefree life of "leaving without a trace after accomplishing his task, keeping his achievements hidden"...

An encrypted email, imbued with an official feel and bearing the gold emblem of the United Government on its cover, appeared silently on his personal terminal.

The email title was written in a dignified and eye-catching Song typeface, each character seemingly carrying an undeniable weight.

[Order Regarding the Post-War Assignment and Commendation of Comrade "Li Zhe" (serial number: AC010618-069) Registered in the Aircraft-Type Class A Division]

"coming!"

Li Zhe perked up and sat up straight in the recliner.

He cleared his throat and even subconsciously straightened his clothes, as if he were about to meet an important leader.

Although I said I didn't care, when the moment of "drawing the prize" actually arrived, I couldn't help but feel a little excited and expectant.

Filled with all sorts of wonderful fantasies, Li Zhe took a deep breath and opened the email.

What came into view was a commendation speech filled with official clichés, yet brimming with sincere emotion.

[Comrade Li Zhe:]

In recognition of your exceptional contributions during the "Disneyland rift incident" and your numerous acts of heroism in saving lives...

[By a joint resolution of the Supreme Council of the United Government and the Headquarters of the Mech Division, you are hereby awarded the "Guardian of Blue Star" Second Class Medal of Valor and awarded a Special Merit!]

[Furthermore, in recognition of your meritorious service in guarding the coastal defenses, you are hereby awarded the titles of "Honorary Citizen of the Third New Tokyo City" and "Honorary Advisor for Life"!]

"Honorary citizen? Honorary advisor?"

Li Zhe raised an eyebrow slightly as he looked at these titles, which sounded impressive but seemed to have little real power.

“Commander, based on my analysis, this is a typical ‘promotion in name only,’ exchanging honor for real power, a common tactic in political maneuvering.” Zero’s voice rang out calmly. “However, considering your consistently low-key style and the fact that the United Government knows nothing about your true strength, this arrangement is quite logical.”

"That's right."

Li Zhe nodded and continued reading.

He knew that the real "main course" was yet to come.

To better leverage your personal strengths and make the best use of your talents and resources, after careful consideration, it has been decided to transfer you to the newly established Global Strategic Logistics and Provisioning Network (GPSLN) to assume a key position.

"Global Strategic Logistics Support and Material Coordination Department?"

Li Zhe looked at the long and difficult-to-pronounce name and felt his eyelid twitch.

This department...

Doesn't that sound like a warehouse manager?

A strange feeling arose in his heart, and he continued reading.

[...Given your exceptional personal mobility, outstanding resource management and allocation skills demonstrated in numerous operations (especially your ability to efficiently deploy and recover a 50-meter superyacht in different combat environments), and your extraordinary ability to survive in various complex environments...]

We unanimously believe that you are the perfect candidate to carry out the "Global Rapid Response Material Deployment" mission!

Therefore, the United Government has decided to formally appoint you as a member of the Global Strategic Logistics Support and Material Coordination Department...

Li Zhe felt his throat was a little dry.

He slowly shifted his gaze to the last line, which was also the most crucial job title.

Then, he saw several large characters shimmering with golden light.

[East Asia Theater First Emergency Response Task Force]

[Courier position!]

(End of this chapter)