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"Come out, or die!"
The threat from the soldiers from another world hung over her head like a cold blade.
Seeing no way out, Kallen had no choice but to open the cockpit door. She slowly stood up, raised her hands, and glared at the towering giants with hostility. In her eyes, the aliens were no different from the Brunitanians; they were all invaders coming to Japan. Her eyes were filled with unyielding fury, as if she were using this last bit of strength to demonstrate the pride and tenacity of the Japanese people to these enemies.
"Sir, we've found the Royal God Music."
A soldier's report broke the tense atmosphere. Two Astartes escorted the last remaining princess of the Neon Royal Family out. The princess's face was pale. She had witnessed too much bloodshed and slaughter along the way. The forces that supported her resistance had been completely slaughtered by the aliens. Now she was completely alone, helpless and hopeless.
"Let's go and take them to see our Lord."
The leading Astartes officer ordered, his voice revealing unquestionable authority.
"Think Tank, activate the teleportation magic circle."
He then spoke to a think tank holding an energy staff beside him.
"Yes."
The think tank responded respectfully, then closed his eyes and drew a magic circle in the air with one hand. A magic circle flashing with strange light gradually emerged.
The three women were escorted through the chaotic battlefield and arrived at a makeshift command center.
Inside the command center, Shangguan Wen looked at the three women who were escorted here. It could be said that the last 0.3 core members of the Neon Liberation Front were here, and the others were just rotten fish and shrimps who could not cause any waves.
"Welcome to the territory of the Human Union, Princess Kamile of Japan. Your country has been destroyed, but you still have the opportunity to become a part of our new world."
Huang Shen Le Ye did not answer, but just glared at him with hatred.
Kallen sneered at the side:
"You think you can rule Neon? Dream on!"
Shangguan Wen was not angry, but asked someone to prepare three glasses of water and place them in front of them.
"A Neon-Bunitania hybrid, Kallen Benizuki, or Kallen-Hydafelt, is one of the eight prominent families of the Bunitania family. She inherited her brother Naoto Benizuki's legacy and joined the resistance army. She excels at operating KMF and close combat. Despite being a noble lady, she chose to rebel against her blood partner."
"Then, aren't you wondering how your information was leaked?"
Chapter 141 Recruitment
Huang Shenleye's eyes widened, revealing disbelief. Her first reaction was that there was a traitor within the Neon Liberation Front. Since Neon was occupied for so many years, there have been many self-degraded Neon people who have become running dogs of Brunitania. Since they can be loyal to Brunitania, why can't they be loyal to people from the other world? It's just a matter of who has the higher chips.
She believed it, she really believed it.
Shangguan Wen raised the corner of his mouth in pleasure and continued to talk nonsense:
"Karen, in District 11, mixed-bloods are discriminated against. You know what the pure-blooded Brunitanians think of you, but in the eyes of the Japanese, you are not an enemy to be exploited."
Kallen was shocked. The reason she joined the resistance organization, besides her brother's last wish, was because she was bullied and wanted to resist. What she never expected was that she was betrayed by the people she wanted to liberate and save. For a moment, she couldn't tell the truth from the false.
"I forgot to add that the person who betrayed you was bribed by beauty and sold everything you had to me."
"Who betrayed me?"
Kallen's voice was so low it made people feel cold.
"I don't know. It's not something I care about."
Shangguan Wen waved his hand gently, and the smile on his face became more playful, as if everything was under his control.
"However, Kallen, you should understand that in this chaotic world, trust itself is a luxury. Whether it's the nobles of Bnitania or the Japanese who yearn for independence, everyone has their own calculations and stances."
Huang Shen Leye stood by, a complex expression in her eyes. Although she was skeptical of Shangguan Wen's words, she could not deny that they touched a sensitive nerve deep within her. After all, in this neon land ruled by Bnitania, stories of loyalty and betrayal played out every day. Who could guarantee that there were no infidels in their ranks?
"What exactly do you want to do?"
Kallen suppressed her panic and tried to keep her voice firm. She realized that she had to remain calm in order to find a way out of this sudden crisis.
"It's very simple. I want you to join our [Human Union]." Shangguan Wen approached slowly, his eyes flashing with an unquestionable light.
"Instead of being distrusted by both sides, why not choose a place where you can truly demonstrate your abilities and realize your self-worth? What we need is your talent for driving KMF and your indomitable spirit."
"One more thing to add: the KMF you're so proud of is only suitable for engineering and firefighting in the eyes of the Human Union. As for battlefields, you've seen them get completely slaughtered."
There was hesitation in Kallen's words. She couldn't imagine herself associating with those who exploited information and played with people's hearts.
"Join you? Become the same as you..."
"No, not like us."
Shangguan Wen interrupted her.
"It's with those who are eager to change the status quo and are willing to make great breakthroughs for mankind to enter the universe."
"Also, let me say this in advance. In my eyes, some non-humans must be executed. The Human Union may be large, but it cannot tolerate those who go against its will."
Upon hearing this, Huang Shen Leye's eyes flashed with a strange light. She began to reassess Shangguan Wen. Perhaps this man was not as simple as he seemed, and he was not just a colonial invader.
Kallen fell silent, weighing her thoughts internally. Yes, she had always fought for an ideal, but what exactly was that ideal? Was it to honor her brother's legacy, to prove her own worth, or to secure a place for those neo-Norwegian hybrids like her, struggling to survive in the cracks?
"I need time to think about it."
Finally, Kallen spoke slowly. Although her voice was soft, it revealed her unquestionable determination.
Shangguan Wen smiled slightly, seemingly not surprised by Karen's answer.
"Of course, time will tell. But remember, opportunities always come to those who are prepared. When you've made up your mind, our door is always open to you."
After saying this, he turned around and was about to leave, but left a message before leaving:
"In this chaotic era, choice is often more important than hard work. I hope you can make a decision you won't regret."
Kallen and Huang Shenleye were left standing there. They looked at each other and saw deep thought and uncertainty in each other's eyes.
Shangguan Wen called out to the beautiful Indian woman beside him and said:
"Dr. Lakshata Chala, your radiation wave technology is of great interest to the Human Union's R&D center. Many scientists there are willing to continue investing in research and development, hoping to soon develop a series of military and civilian products using radiation wave technology."
Upon hearing that Shangguan Wen was willing to continue to increase investment in his radiation wave technology, Lakshata showed joy. This was certainly an affirmation of his scientific and technological achievements, but also an olive branch.
"Thank you sir for your support. Do we need to sign a contract?"
"Contract? Sure, sure."
Shangguan Wen took out the [Book of Girl's Contract] and gave it to Lakshata.
"The above is the content of the contract, five insurances and three funds, food, housing and sleep."
After the latter took over the document, the characters he didn't recognize turned into pure Chinese.
Lakshata carefully checked the documents and knew the name of the man in front of her - Shangguan Wen.
After checking it several times, Lakshata felt that there was no problem and decisively signed his name, gloriously becoming a member of Shangguan Wen's Crystal Palace.
----split line----
"What? Mount Fuji fell, and the six families of Kyoto were killed?"
Before Cornelia's Knights of the Round Table reinforcements set out, she received a message from the survivors of the Brunitania Army in Kyoto who had desperately sent back, which made her so angry that she cursed.
Shangguan Wen is always one step ahead of her. The only cherry stones that can be used by Bnitanya now are from the various military bases on the front lines and the domestic stockpile of 707. Once these are used up, the F of the Bnitanya Empire will become immovable iron.
"Immediately inform the nation that District 11 is in urgent need of support. Mount Fuji, known for its abundant cherry blossom stones, has fallen into the hands of aliens. The Tokyo front is experiencing intense electromagnetic interference from aliens, creating a disconnect between the frontline and the rear."
"Yes, Princess."
Cornelia's clenched fists trembled slightly, and her eyes flashed with resentment and anger. She knew very well that this series of bad news not only meant that the Brunitania Army's front in District 11 was facing an unprecedented crisis, but also dealt a heavy blow to the lifeline of the entire empire's resources. The fall of Mount Fuji not only meant the loss of a precious source of cherry blossom stones, but also symbolized the setback of the empire's majesty. The deaths of the six Kyoto families were a major loss of the elite forces under her command. All of this was like adding insult to injury, making her mood sink to the bottom. "Pass the order, all the Knights of the Round Table on standby, regardless of their original mission, are to be ready immediately. The goal is to recapture Mount Fuji, restore the supply of cherry blossom stones, and at the same time repair the communication network to ensure unimpeded communication between the front and the rear."
Cornelia's voice was calm and resolute, each word radiating unquestionable authority. Upon hearing this, the Knights of the Round Table rose to their feet, their eyes gleaming with a desire for victory and absolute loyalty to the princess. They knew this battle was not only for the glory of the Empire, but also for the sacrifices made on the battlefield, and to teach those damned alien invaders a lesson.
Chapter 142: Suzaku Kururugi
Meanwhile, back home, the highest echelons of power within the Bunitania Empire received Cornelia's urgent plea for assistance. For a moment, the entire empire was in uproar. The fall of Mount Fuji and the demise of the Six Families of Kyoto were like two bombshells, causing a furor among the empire's top brass.
Not long after the meeting ended, an emergency meeting was held again under the order of Emperor Charles of the Curly Hair to discuss response strategies and how to mobilize all available resources to support the front line while ensuring domestic stability.
Xiuzenel put down the front-line battle report sent by Cornelia, his blue eyes full of seriousness and excitement.
"We must admit that the people from another world are different from those before. They possess unimaginable technological power and magic. They are the strongest enemy the Empire has encountered since the beginning of its colonial expansion, even more powerful than the EU and the Chinese Federation!"
Prince Odysseus said solemnly:
“But Bunitania is never afraid of challenges, and we must unite to overcome difficulties together.”
After heated discussions, Charles the Egg Roll passed a resolution that the Bunitanian Empire decided to launch an emergency war mobilization order to mobilize national forces, including recruiting reserves, accelerating the research and development of cherry stone mining technology, and seeking cooperation with the EU Chinese Federation to deal with this sudden crisis.
At the same time, a special operations team composed of elite scientists and engineers was urgently formed in the Empire. Their mission was to develop communication equipment that could resist electromagnetic interference from another world and restore communication between the front line of Area 11 and the rear command as soon as possible. They could no longer run around like headless flies, being cut, surrounded and annihilated.
As the saying goes, what you fear will come to you.
The Brunitania soldiers who had lost their front-line communications were no match for the [Human Union] Astartes, the Pacifists, and the Mechanical Dogs. From the sky to the ground, they were completely overwhelmed.
Brunitania retreated again and again and has now retreated to the outskirts of Tokyo.
On the other hand, special technician Lloyd finally found a suitable cannon fodder - Suzaku Kururugi to test his beloved KMF Lancelot.
Cecil Kermi, who was debugging, asked Lloyd, who was also debugging next to him:
"Dr. Lloyd, do you really want to test Lancelot under these extremely unfavorable circumstances?"
"There's nothing we can do. The battle lines are being pushed back by the aliens, no, the Human Alliance. Rather than letting Lancelot be captured like a worthless prisoner, it's better to hand him over to you. Don't you agree, Suzaku-kun?"
As he spoke, he shook the key in his hand and narrowed his eyes.
"Suzaku-kun, you are an honorary Bnitanian. Now I give you a chance, you must perform well."
"Hi, thank you for the opportunity, Doctor. I will pilot the Lancelot to destroy the enemy."
Lloyd didn't want his beloved things to be destroyed, so he warned:
"No, no, no. I'm not asking you to destroy the enemy, I'm only asking you to gather enough combat data. Those canned goods on the other side are monsters. Although the Lancelot is a seventh-generation KMF, its armor is still the same as the Sunderland's. Facing the weapons of the Human Alliance, it's still vulnerable. If you can just capture their weapons, it will be a great achievement."
Lloyd said so, and Kururugi Suzaku had no choice but to do as he was told. He put on his driving suit and took the ignition key.
"Yes, Doctor."
Entering the interior of the Lancelot, the cockpit lights up, the seventh-generation KMF Sakura Stone engine is ignited, the energy output is increased, and the guide wheels are lowered.
"Kurugi Suzaku, Lancelot attack!"
At Kururugi Suzaku's command, the Lancelot, a seventh-generation KMF, slowly emerged from the hidden base. Its streamlined form gleamed with a cool metallic sheen in the dim moonlight. Suzaku's hand firmly gripped the joystick, his gaze fixed squarely ahead, a mixture of nervousness and anticipation welling up within him. He knew that this battle hinged not only on his own honor, but also on the future of Netanya itself.
Lancelot drove towards the battlefield, his path littered with the retreating figures of Brunitania soldiers and the remains of abandoned weapons and equipment. The air was thick with smoke and despair. However, Suzaku had no time to reflect; he had to focus on the upcoming battle.
Soon, several fast-moving targets appeared on Lancelot's radar—they were the Human Alliance's tanks and their mechanical dogs. Suzaku took a deep breath, adjusted his machine's state, and prepared to meet the enemy. Just then, a dazzling flash of light pierced the night sky. It was the Human Alliance's long-range artillery fire, directly hitting a Bunitanian defensive position. The explosion was deafening.
"come yet?"
Suzaku muttered to himself before pressing the accelerator. Like a wild horse, Lancelot charged at the enemy. During the battle, Lancelot demonstrated its powerful capabilities as a seventh-generation KMF, moving at high speeds and turning nimbly. Combined with Suzaku's precise control, Lancelot successfully avoided numerous fatal attacks.
However, the tanks of the Human Alliance are no ordinary ones. They are tactically skilled and have good coordination. The agility and strength of the mechanical dogs also cause Lancelot a lot of trouble.
During a fierce battle, Suzaku seized an opportunity and, using Lancelot's shock sword, successfully paralyzed a mechanical dog and seized its remains. This was his first time achieving such a remarkable result in actual combat, and he couldn't help but feel a surge of accomplishment. However, more enemies soon surrounded him, making the battle even more difficult.
Lloyd monitored all of this remotely, nervously observing the combat data and analyzing the Lancelot's performance. When he saw Suzaku successfully capture the remains of the mechanical dog, a rare smile appeared on his face, but then a frown deepened. Lloyd knew the real test was yet to come, so he decided to quit while he was ahead.
"Suzaku-kun, you did a great job. The data collection on the Lancelot was very successful, which will provide us with valuable experience for future battles. Also, take the wreckage of the mechanical dog and withdraw. If you want to leave later, it will be too late."
If possible, Lloyd would naturally want the equipment of the Human Alliance army, but he cannot be greedy as he lacks strength.
"Yes, Doctor."
Suzaku Kururugi began to retreat with the wreckage of the mechanical dog using the terrain. The seizure of the wreckage of the mechanical dog naturally could not be concealed from the front-line [Human Alliance] army, and they began to pursue to prevent their weapons from falling into the hands of the enemy.
As the battle intensified, the Lancelot's armor began to crack under the continuous attacks. Suzaku's heart tightened, but he didn't retreat. Instead, his resolve to fight only intensified. He utilized the Lancelot's mobility to carefully protect its core. With the help of the Knights of the Round Table sent by Cornelia, he successfully brought the remains of the mechanical dog back to the mobile fortress.
Chapter 143
Inside the mobile fortress.
Suzaku Kururugi drove the Lancelot back to the fortress. As soon as he entered the hangar, the senior officials of District 11 Bunitania, led by Cornelia and Lloyd, were already waiting there. Lloyd, in particular, had his eyes shining with anticipation.
When the wreckage of the mechanical dog was put down, Lloyd ran over impatiently, began to inspect the wreckage, and disassembled one of the components inside.
He said, "So that's how it is. The technology of people from the other world is so terrifying. It turns out that people from the other world are called [Human Union].
"Lloyd, can the Empire produce humans from another world, no, mechanical dogs from the Human Union?"
"The simple version is fine, but the complex one isn't. Many things in the Empire are far different from those in the Human Alliance."
Lloyd pushed up his glasses and continued: