Gundam: From Piece to Player

It was also thanks to the advantage of the camera's transmission that Karma was able to calmly concentrate his superior forces and ambush lone mercenaries with numerical superiority. His guards were soldiers selected by the Zeon army... It's just a pity about those three warriors.

But without a means of transportation, where can they run to?

Artificial intelligence provided suggested ambush locations.

Following the instructions, Karma moved to a window under the train platform, bent down and set up her automatic rifle. Across her line of sight were several station support columns, and behind them were pedestrian stairs running parallel to the escalator.

Artificial intelligence predicts that there is an 80% chance the other party will escape through the space between the pillars.

He opened the scope and his finger was already on the trigger.

The opposing mercenaries clearly hadn't found that 20% escape route.

As the shadowy figure slid down the stone slabs on either side of the pedestrian staircase, Karma pulled the trigger.

The massive body, as strong as a wild boar, fell off the stone slab and tumbled down the stairs.

The battle is over.

Karma returned to the electric well house and knocked three times as a signal before opening the door.

He felt himself being embraced tightly by something soft and tight. The other person's strength was so great that he felt suffocated for a moment, but the fresh scent of shampoo still allowed Karma to recognize the person.

"Senior?"

Chapter 14 Aftermath

Although she is a genius, Miki still lives in a peaceful era, and what happened today was too shocking for her.

"Alright, alright, senior, it's all over now." Karma comforted the person in her arms.

Could this be considered a blessing in disguise?

When Karma saw the civilians lying in pools of blood at the station as a result of the incident, her heart sank.

Even though all the assassins have been eliminated, the mastermind behind them is still at large.

Zabi's family status allows him to freely mobilize resources that are unimaginable to ordinary people, but he himself has also become a target.

I am only able to survive today without any serious injury thanks to the Doctor's AI, Zeon's protection, and Sally's warnings and assistance.

However, for the civilians caught up in the incident, it was a devastating disaster, and many families lost their loved ones as a result.

After settling Misi in, Karma hurried to find Sally.

"Are you alright?" Karma asked.

“It’s nothing,” Sally waved her hand.

Karma thought to herself how amazing it was that she could come up with the idea of ​​using construction vehicles to distract the assassins.

After the plainclothes Zeon agents arrived, the few mercenaries on the perimeter were quickly dealt with.

"...Senior, you should change your clothes. You're covered in blood."

"Is that the point? Can't you comfort me? I was so nervous just now."

It was just a joke, but Sally actually reached out and patted his head.

"Okay, okay, it's alright now."

Feeling the warmth of her hand, Karma actually calmed down. As a member of the Zabi family, he lived like he was performing every day, but with Sally, he could take off his mask a little.

Police cars were gathering in the vicinity, and the aftermath of the assassination was unfolding.

Meanwhile, the Zeon embassy in von Braun was negotiating with the police, and Dozle began mobilizing the Zeon fleet that was on a mission nearby. Almost immediately, they arrived over von Braun and seized control of the area.

The Federation forces were slow to react, seemingly unaware of the situation.

SIDE3 Zim City General's Mansion

"Commander-in-Chief, an emergency has just occurred that I need to inform you of."

"what's up?"

Kirian put down a paper document in his hand.

"His Excellency Kalmar was assassinated in Von Braun by a group of armed men posing as special police. Fortunately, thanks to His Excellency's alertness and the efforts of his guards, the assassination attempt failed. The embassy is now negotiating with the local government, demanding a clear explanation. A total of three guards were killed in the line of duty."

What was he going there for?

"I'm not entirely sure, but our intelligence team believes it's related to his recent expressed interest in starting a business."

Who did it?

"In terms of style, the operation is similar to the assassination of Lord Sasro. The people sent to carry out the mission did not even know the true identity of the person they were going to kill. The employer is most likely a hawk within the Federation."

Upon hearing "Federation," Kiran gave a soft hum.

“Kalmar has really suffered this time. Isn’t he running a business? Give him some financial support. As for von Braun, he’s demanding a 30% increase in the share of resource exports as ‘compensation’.”

Kirian continued reading the documents.

Secretary Cecilia readily agreed. Compared to similar incidents in the past, Commander-in-Chief Killian's response was rather mild.

Two days later.

Office, School of Electrical Engineering, Anaheim University of Electronic Science and Technology.

"Do you really want to go?"

"Yes, teacher, thank you for your guidance over the years."

Deco, now over fifty, put down his resignation letter and looked at his proud student who was saying goodbye to him.

After pondering for a while, he couldn't bring himself to say the words of persuasion. He stroked his chin and asked, "Are they willing to invest in your project?"

“Yes.” Meixi laughed. “Although he’s still far from it, he has great potential and it’s only a matter of time.”

“It doesn’t sound like it’s entirely about the money,” Deco laughed. “I told you you’ve been in much better shape lately.”

"Yes, he understands the meaning of my work, and he's still very young."

"That's truly remarkable," the old professor smiled. "Congratulations."

"Teacher, there's something I need to tell you. Perhaps one day our research findings will meet on the battlefield."

Deco simply said, "I don't mind. Rather, I'd like to see my work develop further. If you can make a name for yourself, perhaps my name will be mentioned in history books."

"You don't mind if I use your research findings?"

"Like Dr. Minovsky?"

"How can I compare to this great expert? I'd be lucky to have even a tenth of his fame."

Meixi thought her teacher was really greedy, but she still nodded.

What is an opportunity?

What you're grasping now is your future.

Although Mr. Zabi is materialistic, even a second's hesitation is a disrespect to his own scientific research.

Dr. Minowski faced early ostracism from the academic community, and it was only through the continued research funded by Deakin Zabi that he achieved his current success.

And now this kind of thing is actually happening to her... Misaki felt it was surreal. If that assassination hadn't happened, Karma might have kept his identity a secret and left.

He also has his own pride.

"Is this Lady Misaki? Your Excellency asked me to greet you here. Please follow me."

Arriving at the spaceport with Ryou and her luggage, Misaki was already being guided to her battleship by Zeon officers, a title that made her feel somewhat uncomfortable.

Garma, dressed in Zeon military uniform, was already waiting outside the warship. It was him again, but his hair color had been adjusted for camouflage.

"Call me brother."

"Hello, brother." Six-year-old Liao looked up at Kalma.

"Hello."

"Is my brother a policeman?"

“I’m a soldier, Liao Jun. You’re going to live in a new place from now on.” Karma picked him up.

"Can I not go to school?"

“No problem, I can teach you,” Karma boasted.

"Great, no need to go to school anymore."

As soon as Karma finished speaking, she received a reproachful look from Misaki.

Karma thought to himself that there would likely be war for the next ten years, and besides, what could one learn in those distracting common sense classes in public schools?

Karma took the luggage from Misaki and boarded the warship.

As the Muse-class ships sailed out of the neutral von Braun port, a Magellan battleship passed by them from the window.

The question isn't which faction would dare to assassinate him, but rather the chain reaction that follows... If he were killed, the Principality of Zeon would be forced to react to a similar trigger as the Sarajevo assassination.

To remain silent will cause the people to doubt the government's determination to remain independent, thus undermining the foundation of its rule.

However, they rashly started the war before completing all preparations.

For the Federation, it was nothing more than launching a controlled colonial rebellion.

However, it doesn't seem like it was done by the federal government, as the federal government's execution capabilities are insufficient to accomplish this.

Its ruthless methods reminded Karma of the organization that might emerge in the 'future'.

Chapter 15 Hidden Worries

Zeon may not necessarily be able to win in the upcoming war.

But for Karma, losing is unacceptable.

It's not that he particularly likes this lousy country.

If Zeon loses, he will have to wage a guerrilla war against the Federation forces that are besieging him, and start from scratch to build an industrial system on the asteroid.

And then he'll figure out how to industrialize it.

Perhaps the Second Neo Zeon War will have ended by then, and Mafti may have even been founded.