Gundam 00: Rise of China

"Welcome to Tianzhu Headquarters, Major Wang Ye."

The train, which had traveled from the ground to the universe, came to a stop. As soon as the door of this special train opened, the first thing that caught the eyes of Wang Ye and his two companions was Lieutenant Colonel Sergei, who had been waiting for a long time.

To be honest, after learning about the Taliban campaign, Lieutenant Colonel Sergei had been eagerly anticipating Wang Ye's arrival.

"No, perhaps soon we'll be calling you Lieutenant Colonel Wang Ye."

Seemingly feeling that he hadn't shown enough enthusiasm for Wang Ye's arrival, Sergei, who had the authority to know about certain classified missions, added another sentence amidst the surprised looks of his entourage.

"No, no."

"As a junior member of the military, Lieutenant Colonel Sergei is a role model for us all."

Upon meeting, Wang Ye was immediately flattered by Lieutenant Colonel Sergei, who was known as the "Siberian Wild Bear." Knowing how to get along with people, Wang Ye quickly began exchanging compliments with the entourage, who were looking on with satisfaction.

After all, as far as Wang Ye is concerned, Lieutenant Colonel Sergei is the most outstanding officer in the People's Revolutionary Alliance, both in terms of combat record and loyalty.

They all deserve his compliments.

"Hahaha."

Hearing such respect from the most renowned young officer in the army, Lieutenant Colonel Sergei, being a human being, was naturally very happy.

After a few hearty laughs, Lieutenant Colonel Sergei knew exactly how high the man in front of him was in the eyes of the higher-ups.

He then abruptly stopped talking and turned his gaze to Piris and Anura, who were following behind Wang Ye.

"I see. They are the two who shone brightly alongside you on the mission."

At first glance, Lieutenant Colonel Sergei was surprised by Piris's youth, and he also took a special look at Anura, who was of Ceylon's native origin.

Unlike a certain country that claims to have no prejudiced views, Sergei was genuinely happy to see Anura.

This is because it proves the broad-mindedness and inclusiveness of the All-China Federation of People's Revolution.

However, Lieutenant Colonel Sergei's attention was mostly focused on Piris, mainly because of the other party...

Immediately being scrutinized by Sergei's undisguised gaze, Piris shifted slightly behind Wang Ye.

She wasn't too bothered by Sergei's harmless gaze; she simply disliked it.

Seeing this, Wang Ye stepped in at the right moment to interrupt Sergei's scrutiny and asked in a low voice.

"Do you care a lot?"

"Yes, a little."

Sergei led the way, even quickening his pace to leave his entourage and Piris behind.

He whispered to Wang Ye, who was walking beside him.

"She's too young, and I know a little about her situation."

Wang Ye revealed an expression of "I knew it," realizing that Sergei knew about his mission in Taliban.

Therefore, it's not so surprising to learn about Piris's true background.

"Did General Jin tell you that?"

Before speaking, Wang Ye looked around. Thanks to the special train, there were no unrelated people around him.

Piris and Sergei's entourage clearly realized that the two officers had something to discuss privately and had no intention of following them.

"Yes."

Sergei nodded as he walked, a slightly embarrassed expression on his face.

"General Jin originally wanted to win over their support, as he needed more immediate combat power for his upcoming plans."

"As a result, they dispatched Lieutenant Piris to your side without hesitation and refused General Kim without any politeness."

"For this, His Excellency the General was very angry, which put us subordinates in a difficult position."

"Oh, I see."

Wang Ye's lips twitched slightly; he probably wanted to laugh, but then he considered that Sergei was, after all, that general's confidant.

It was inappropriate to openly mock General Jin in front of him, so Wang Ye suppressed his lip and whispered.

How much do you know about the "Super Soldier Experimentation Organization"?

"A super-soldier machine?"

Sergei paused for a moment, then quickly regained his composure, having heard from Wang Ye that this was an organization with polarized internal evaluations within the Revolutionary Alliance.

He was deeply troubled, even though Sergei had only recently learned about the organization from General Kim.

There were also reasons for the establishment of this organization and its ultimate purpose, which was forced upon them, but the old-school soldier Sergei found it hard to accept this reality.

On the one hand, it would make us soldiers appear incompetent; on the other hand, it would place the weight of all futures on our young shoulders...

"Do you have any ideas?"

Trusting Wang Ye, Sergei asked tentatively.

"I submitted a theoretical conjecture about atomic energy particles a long time ago. My visit to Tianzhu this time is not only to cooperate with your plan."

"General Gao informed me that the experimental machine based on my conjecture has been built."

"This trip to Tianzhu also has the purpose of conducting practical tests on the experimental machine."

"Once the capabilities of the experimental machine are proven, and it becomes our future, the door to the Human Revolutionary Alliance's journey into the outer universe will be opened."

"Then, I think products like super-soldiers should be relegated to the background and completely shelved, right?"

Without hesitation or any attempt to conceal his thoughts, Wang Ye quietly voiced his opinion.

Upon hearing this, Sergei's expression turned serious. He also wanted to shut down the super-soldier agency, regardless of the circumstances under which those children were sent there.

What sacrifices did those children's parents make, and what resentment did they bear?

It's understandable from a legal perspective, but not from a moral one!

"What do you plan to do? What are the risks?"

"Why don't you let me carry out your plan?"

After thinking it over, Sergei, a guy whose character was already exceptionally good in the original timeline, actually proposed that he would carry out the entire plan.

In this way, it's as if Wang Ye has been completely removed from the operation.

Even if the higher-ups investigate and hold people accountable afterward, only Sergei will bear the responsibility.

"Stop insulting me. Our People's Revolutionary Alliance is a great nation driven by ideals."

"With the belief that I will lead all mankind into the future, if I desert my post and shift the blame to you, my old comrade."

Wang Ye glanced sideways at the respectful Sergei and chuckled softly.

"I'm afraid that one night when I fall asleep, I'll remember this and I'll get up and slap myself twice."

"Besides, there's already someone ready to take the blame right there, why should the two of us take the fall?"

"you mean?"

Sergei, quick-witted as ever, recalled the complete military intelligence report that Wang Ye had submitted after the Taliban campaign.

"Brain quantum waves?"

"Yes, I asked General Gao to check the annual records of the Super Soldier Agency."

"A few years ago, a defection occurred at the Supersoldier Agency. Several teenagers stole a shuttle and escaped from the main research facility located in the L4 universe region."

"The Super-Soldier Agency's review report stated that the shuttle had limited energy reserves and very little food and oxygen inside."

"The shuttle was not found afterward, presumably..."

Wang Ye didn't say anything more after that, because according to the report from the Super Soldier Agency, what happened after that shuttle was beyond imagination.

At least within the longest possible timeframe estimated by the Supersoldier Agency, and during the search, the Celestial Being organization did not find the ship.

In other words, how difficult it must have been for Allelujah to survive...

"Major."

How could he not understand the meaning behind those words? Lieutenant Colonel Sergei was completely stunned. He clenched his fists but had no way to vent his anger.