Chapter 1733 - 550: Souls Converging (6k)_2
Chapter 1733: Chapter 550: Souls Converging (6k)_2
Exchanging a covert glance, they resumed the earlier offensive, laying enough groundwork before mentioning it as if by chance:
"Hahaha, speaking of which, Miss Wen, would you like to join our fleet? You don’t need to become a member of the Saien civilization, just be stationed with our fleet.
Your teleportation ability would be of great help on the battlefield!
Fan Mao has teleportation ability herself, and the demand for it on her battlefield isn’t high, so staying by Fan Mao’s side doesn’t have much effect.
Just think of it as doing us a favor."
The "Spirit Army" deliberately hinted at the favor of having just saved her, as if genuinely assessing combat power, wanting her to stay for better performance on the battlefield.
They didn’t insist on immediately joining the Saien civilization.
The Saien civilization was already proficient in such tactics and had its own procedures.
The "Spirit Army" knew very well that things had to progress gradually; one can’t just make someone leave their leader the first time they meet.
First, use the favor to keep Miss Wen in the fleet, then gradually get her familiar with it, letting her feel the sincerity of the Saien civilization and recognize how it could aid her revenge, making recruitment a natural progression.
The "Spirit Army" waited for Wen’s response with a smile, a flicker of thought in their eyes.
Although Wen wanted to say she’d agree even if formally recruited directly, she also knew this wasn’t wise. Offering herself too obviously would either raise suspicion or reduce the attention she’d receive.
Pretending to ponder, her hesitation made the direct lineage of the Saien civilization present anxious, until after a while, Wen reluctantly agreed.
"I have no objections, but I need to report this to Lord Fan Mao first..."
"Hahaha, no worries, as long as you’re interested, I can have the Saien civilization negotiate with Fan Mao to invite you to garrison the fleet."
The "Spirit Army" relaxed instantly, laughing heartily, then secretly used telekinesis on their communication device to report the situation back to the fleet, ending the temporary respite and returning to the battlefield again.
After they engaged in combat, Bai Yi’s strike team on the other side also rejoined the disruption against the Church Fleet.
The high-tier extraordinary on both sides exerted their powers, further amplifying the existing advantage, as the Saien civilization’s fleet gradually gained a numerical advantage.
Even though the Church’s commander tried hard to regain balance, the high-tier extraordinary, left unchecked, continued causing damage internally. In data terms, it was as if a status effect applied, making what seemed an even duel one with a bleeding debuff.
Unless the continuously supporting fleet at the rear could increase, offsetting the damage dealt by these high-tier operatives, the Church fleet would already have gained the upper hand and not been delayed until now.
Realizing defeat was inevitable, the commander decisively chose to retreat to preserve more strength.
Fighting while retreating, in just half an hour, the Church’s fleet had completely withdrawn from the battlefield, beyond firing range of the fleet.
"Sir! The Church fleet has completely withdrawn from the battlefield, should we continue the pursuit?"
Inside the Saien civilization’s flagship, the adjutant beside the commander hurriedly inquired, but compared to the wartime, his tone had clearly calmed significantly.
"No..."
The fleet commander, hands resting on the table, watched the battlefield projections, also exhaling a sigh of relief.
A full day of warfare, constantly tense, was a considerable burden for him, even as a Seventh Rank transcendent.
Fortunately, now the outcome was essentially determined, and it was all worthwhile.
With this war experience and record, he would undoubtedly receive more accolades and gain more military authority when he returned, enhancing his voice within his faction.
Yet, as it wasn’t entirely over, he dared not fully relax, remaining tense as if anticipating enemy ambush at any moment.
"The war lasted a day, and the fleet’s expenditures were significant. Even though we were victorious, their losses weren’t too substantial, and our condition wouldn’t be significantly better than theirs.
Recklessly pursuing them might not yield results and could allow them to fortify defense, making us expose weaknesses.
Securing victory and controlling this Constant Star System is sufficient.
Have part of the fleet remain vigilant, wary of the Church’s return. The rest are to conduct self-inspections and submit this war report swiftly."
The commander contemplated for a few seconds before issuing orders.
The adjutant promptly agreed and began executing the arrangements but hurried back a few seconds later.
"Sir! We just received a report that Lord Fan Mao has returned!"
Upon hearing this, a slight smile finally crept onto the commander’s face.
"Oh? Quickly, invite Lord Fan Mao over!"
Excitedly hesitating for a few seconds, the commander hastened to operate the projection in front of him, sending a communication request.
Soon, after a battle, Bai Yi stepped into the main control chamber of the flagship for the second time.
"Lord Fan Mao! Thanks to your timely support, who knows how long this war would’ve dragged on otherwise...
Sorry that the war isn’t quite over yet; I can’t leave my post. But after the war, I will definitely apply for extra merit for you, Fan Mao."