Chapter 511: Chapter 511: The Steel Torrent
"But if we do this, everyone will know that the Aegis is a machine," Shihe said, turning her head to face He Kui, whose eyes were devoid of any light.
There was no emotion in his gaze, as if he were nothing more than a cold, unfeeling machine. Yet, the whites of his eyes were tinged with red, a clear sign that he was at the point of no return.
"Fine."
Just as Shihe gritted her teeth, ready to follow He Kui in a desperate gamble, a squadron of fighter jets of an unfamiliar design appeared in the sky.
The supersonic jets quickly caught up to the nuclear bomb still hovering over the coastline.
The trajectory of the intercepting missiles was like a precisely woven net, firmly locking onto the harbinger of death. In the end, they exploded high in the sky, releasing a harmless yet awe-inspiring brilliance.
One by one, explosions suppressed by the Neutron Jammer ignited into red fireballs in the air, signaling the failure of their attack.
Amidst this sudden turn of events, a solemn and dignified voice, like the tolling of an ancient bell, resonated across the battlefield where both sides were locked in fierce combat.
"Leaders of the Atlantic Federation, your actions today are no longer mere tests or displays of deterrence. They are blatant acts of aggression, a severe violation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the East Asian Republic. We have exercised the utmost restraint in seeking a peaceful resolution, but your response has been the roar of nuclear bombs and the shadow of war."
"Then, let history bear witness today that the East Asian Republic is no weakling to be bullied."
As soon as the words fell, the fighter jets streaking across the sky abruptly transformed into MS units painted in sky-blue camouflage, their movements perfectly synchronized.
"They have transformable mass-produced fighters? And they seem even faster than the Raider."
Watching this scene, He Kui, who had just snapped out of his earlier state, couldn't help but gasp in shock.
Perhaps only after completing his research on the Re-GZ would he have a chance to catch up.
And just as the words left his mouth, the sea not far away began to churn, and submarines equipped with Mirage particles emerged from the depths.
"..."
As he watched this scene, which seemed to come with its own soundtrack of a steel torrent, He Kui's mind gradually recovered from the initial shock.
So, East Asia had been watching them fight from submarines all along.
No wonder their response was so swift. But what kind of Mirage particles could be used underwater? Although the light-refracting properties of Mirage particles could function underwater, the pressure and currents of the ocean made the environment far more complex than in space or on land.
What kind of mysterious Eastern black magic was this?
"Creuset, what are you doing?"
"Retreat, now!"
The panicked voice of Matiss, who was at the rear, suddenly came through on Creuset's screen, a stark contrast to his usual calm demeanor.
If he had previously looked down on East Asia and thus agreed to this operation, now Matiss didn't dare to approach at all. In fact, he was secretly regretting his decision.
They had almost launched a nuclear strike. Given the Atlantic Federation's current state of decline, if they were to face a fully mobilized East Asia, they would surely face annihilation.
Creuset clicked his tongue in annoyance, but upon seeing the overwhelming firepower on the other side, he reluctantly retreated.
Shin was about to charge forward, but with so much new equipment and personnel, all of which were unknown factors, he could easily be defeated. It would be meaningless.
"Mu, and Kira, if you want to know the truth, go to Mendel."
With just that one sentence, Creuset transformed back into his MA form and flew away.
At the same time, the Atlantic Federation forces also began firing signal flares, indicating their retreat.
"So strong? What should we do?"
Shihe looked bewildered at the Atlantic Federation forces, who had been scared into retreat, and turned to He Kui for guidance.
Upon hearing this, He Kui's Zock head, which had emerged from the water, submerged once again.
"We still have some power left. Let's hide near Japan; there are many reefs there."
He Kui sighed in relief and then spoke.
East Asia was overwhelmingly strong. It seemed now that they could easily retake Kaohsiung.
Not to mention the Mirage particle submarines, just the several squadrons of transformable fighters could probably break through their weakened defenses.
If both PLANT and the Atlantic Federation were still at their peak, it might have been a different story.
But now, both sides were exhausted from the prolonged conflict, which was why the Atlantic Federation left without even a word of face-saving rhetoric.
"I wonder what they would do if they found out PLANT has developed Genesis."
Of course, he didn't have the energy to think about that now. After relaxing, He Kui weakly half-lay on his chair.
"He Kui, what happened just now...?"
Shihe, who had just tucked Little Bird back into the Aegis, looked at He Kui with concern.
"It's nothing, probably SEED."
He Kui shook his head.
He could clearly feel something like a seed bursting in his mind, but he couldn't control it yet.
Of course, that was Kira's privilege.
He just didn't expect that the enemy would retreat before he had a chance to use his SEED.
"SEED? Does that really exist?"
Luna asked curiously.
"It exists, but it's still very rare."
"Then what happened with the Archangel just now?"
Sulei didn't dwell on SEED but instead asked another crucial question.
Everyone had been in a state of high concentration earlier, so no one had asked.
But they all clearly heard the conversation between He Kui and the princess of Orb.
"Well..."
He Kui scratched his head and then explained everything.
"You're the princess of Orb's advisor!?!?"
Although they had some mental preparation, everyone was still shocked upon hearing He Kui's words.
"Yeah, that's about it."
"What do you mean 'about it'? Do you know what would happen if you were discovered? Do you really trust her that much?"
Sulei said discontentedly, and even Shihe couldn't help but nod in agreement.
"If you want a princess, isn't Lacus right here? Or should I just knock her out for you!"
Sulei gritted her teeth and said.
"Cough... That's not the issue."
He Kui coughed in surprise at Sulei's words and then said helplessly.
"Anyway, she's trustworthy, and it will benefit us in the future."
"Hmph."
Hearing this, the girls didn't press further.
"So, are you still going to talk to her?"
Shihe asked softly.
He Kui nodded in response upon hearing this.
"Then we'll head back first."
As she spoke, Shihe glanced at Meyrin and Luna as if hinting at something.
Seeing this, He Kui also revealed a faint smile.
"Don't worry, I'll be back soon."
"Mhm~"
After giving He Kui a kiss on the lips, Shihe left with the others.
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