Marvelous Mecha

Chapter 501: Strategic Failure_1


In the shadowy uninhabited zone, Fate Gundam sped in from afar, like a beam of blue light galloping wildly in the vast snowfield... however, it failed to notice the lurking dangers along the way.

The eight super soldiers advancing at high speed intended to close the distance with Sky Shadow for strategic reasons. However, unfortunately, they found it hard to catch up. Sky Shadow had adjusted Fate's speed settings prior to setting out, and no matter how much Angelina called out, Fate seemed set on leaving, never to return.

Cold sweat had already seeped from Sky Shadow's forehead. He was clearly aware of what he was doing: a life or death gamble. As the risks intensified, so did the potential rewards. The relationship between the hunter and the prey often comes down to grasp of details. This was his trump card.

In the secluded spot in the blizzard, visibility was extremely low. The super soldier who had lost an arm had slowly aimed his sight at Fate's inevitable route. This was his mission. At the same time, he silently counted down to his shot, "5, 4, 3..." He was laughing. The so-called 12-star general was, in his eyes, just an overrated fool. As time drew closer, the viper suddenly bared its lethal fangs.

Suddenly, just as he was about to pull the trigger, a dazzling beam of light flashed in his pupil.

The beam almost sliced through space and time. It was too fast, too sudden. Every pilot is most relaxed when they are concentrating fully on locking onto their target, and the beam shot straight into the mobile suit's ammunition bay.

Boom...

An impact wave rapidly spread across the vast land, instantly melting the nearby ice and snow. With a column of smoke appearing on the monitor, everything within a radius of a hundred meters was obliterated instantly.

"You're half responsible for this success, Mu Tou. Cover me from the shadows while we take advantage of this victory."

"But, the captain's order was…"

"Don't you get it? She wants to exploit your human weakness to take all the credit for the victory." Sky Shadow paused for a few seconds on a private channel, saying, "Never mind, I don't want you to be in a difficult position. Just be careful, especially with that woman."

After closing the communication, Fate strode forward without hesitation towards the enemy fleet.

Even though Angelina couldn't hear what Sky Shadow was saying, she could guess from Mu Tou's communication. She fluttered her finely trimmed eyelashes, "We should catch up."

This time, for the first time in several months of full-scale war, the Federation's super mecha was destroyed. Staring at everything that unfolded before the monitor, the eight super soldiers couldn't quite believe their hearts. He actually destroyed a super mecha...

However, the civilians watching the details of the battle through the light screen were holding their breaths as the whole city became frenzied. This was simply too cool! Undoubtedly, it was their super soldier who had served up such a feast on his first public appearance. Alpha, Flying Bird Star, Icebird System, Solar System, and all major cities in the Federation were in ecstasy over Sky Shadow's first public fight.

The high-level military department was shocked into cold sweats. The plan to go public was originally meant to boost the morale of the soldiers. However, Sky Shadow's manoeuvre, although it was troubling, was absurdly risk-taking.

Of course, the FCA Alliance could also see this scene through the broadcast. But the citizens of the Alliance didn't see it that way. If your super soldiers can do it, so can we—even better than you. After all, the Federation's super soldiers are largely inflated. Sky Shadow was arguably reliable. Ironically, the all-conquering Revenge Shadow Rider turned out to be a virtual player, while the Alliance took the elitist route.

For various reasons on the Alliance side, or perhaps for strategic purposes or face-saving reasons, Blue Thunderstorm could assist the Federation once or twice. Hell's Gate super ace Vladimir, reappearance of Zana's Mengdie, Weibang's Red Fox. All these real super Whites who reigned supreme at the top of the pyramid could lend a hand at critical moments. But they couldn't always rely on others. One has to be strong to forge iron. Since Grand was seriously injured, various nations have now attained a fair positioning of the highest combat power of the Federation.

However, Feng Yi didn't think so far. Watching from his home television, he felt genuinely relieved at the Federal's combat situation.

Regrettably, the nine super soldiers didn't perform well in pursuit of Bergheide's fleet. It wasn't that they couldn't win. It was as if Bergheide had predicted it and decided to retreat in advance. It seemed that the previous loss of a super soldier was deliberately done to feed the enemy.

But there was no choice. Since the opposing forces have super soldiers, the Federation must meet them with super soldiers. No matter how many the enemy sends, in order to preserve the safety of the super soldiers' operations, the Army has to send nine at the same time. This is a strict order of the Federation's current strategic policy.

Greedy Wolf felt a sense of unease. He convened an emergency meeting in the Command Room. Something was unusually off. How difficult is it to manufacture a super soldier? Even if it were a low-configuration version, would Bergheide be prepared to pay such a price? Then, their real strategic objective was…

A red herring, a strategy to divert attention, or... Either way, losing Alpha would be like losing a trump card, and based on the current analysis of the Federation's war situation, they would in no way yield Alpha. A string of frontline defeat reports had already stirred unrest among the people. Under mounting public pressure, winning an impressive victory had become an inevitable choice for the Federation. Therefore, no matter what the circumstances were, the Federation could not afford to lose this battle, even if it exhausted everything.

Since the Federation desperately needed a victory, it should be given one, and even a huge present at that. After all, Branny was a gentle and considerate girl. Who would think that the mastermind behind this battle would be a beautiful woman under thirty years old?

What's meant by 'deciding the outcome of a battle from thousands of miles away' is Branny. As a figure highly praised by the two parties of Bergheide and as a descendant of a famous general, Branny rightfully owns the title of the top young general among the younger generation.

Compared to Vivian, she was younger and livelier. Compared to Amelia, she possessed a more agile mind and an eidetic memory. In front of this idyllic woman, every difficulty, be it business, military, or political, would cease to be an actual problem. When she laughed, it was always light and cool. However, one had to accept the bitter truth. One super soldier and 307 soldiers' lives were all turned into a casualty list at her faint remark.

For some reason, many generals felt as if they had fallen into a bottomless abyss when they look into Branny's eyes. It was fascinating, yet intimidating. Despite her stunning beauty how calmly she spoke, but... there's no but, Branny was worthy of the titles of the noblest, most elegant, wisest, most beautiful and outstanding young general. Her real aim in this battle was...

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