Zhuang Weiming frowned slightly. He had to admit it even if he didn't want to. Ding Meng's words were very straightforward and tactful. That was exactly what the Federation meant. If tens of thousands of citizens of the Federation had been massacred, then the pirates would have been reduced to ashes a long time ago.
There were some things that could not be said casually. Ding Meng could be direct, but Zhuang Weiming definitely could not be direct. Therefore, he could only patiently continue to explain.
"Mr. Ting, I don't think your understanding is correct. As long as it's within the observable star system of the Holy Grail Federation, we will definitely not stand by and do nothing. I personally feel very sorry for this incident, and I'm also very distressed. I'm also trying my best to find a solution. As long as it's within my power, I'll definitely do my best to help these people …"
Ding Meng really couldn't be bothered to listen to his vague answer. It seemed to make sense, but in fact, it was all nonsense and didn't have any substantial content.
"You're willing to help. I believe that!"
Ding Meng said in a deep voice. "But you said that you won't stand by and do nothing. Then I'm sorry. From the beginning until now, you've been standing by and doing nothing."
As soon as he said this, Sleman and Gulaga's expressions changed at the same time. Ding Meng was extraordinarily bold. He actually dared to speak to the commander of the space station in such a manner.
For outer space armies, the space station was really too intimidating. Armies like the Green Arrow might not be afraid of Sirius, Dragonslayer, or other organizations, but when faced with the space station, they could only bow their heads and bend their backs. After all, the various actions of armies were largely restricted by the various fleets docked at the space station at any time. Moreover, their assistance also depended on the space station's temporary dispatch and emergency operations.
However, Zhuang Weiming's self-control was very good. No one could see the change in his expression. "Mr. Ting, when planet KV303 sent us an emergency signal for help that day, we also sent two Battle Dragon-class destroyer starships as reinforcements …"
As he spoke, he turned to look at Fang Zhenghao. "Captain Zhenghao, I'm not talking nonsense, am I?"
This question was nothing more than a reminder to Fang Zhenghao: Restrain your people, don't be impudent.
Fang Zhenghao was as still as a statue. With his status, it was impossible for him to be as straightforward as Ding Meng. Coincidentally, Ding Meng was not one of Green Arrow's men, so he could play along with him.
Ding Meng suddenly sneered. "Is Planet Phoenix 3 Space Station very far from here?
At most, the destroyer should have arrived at Planet KV303 within 4 hours. In the end, this group of pirates bombarded this place for 2 whole hours, and then brazenly walked down to burn and loot for more than 5 hours. Could it be that the performance of a Battle Dragon-class destroyer is inferior to those few broken ships of the pirates? "
Everyone was stunned. It would have been better if Ding Meng had not mentioned it. Now that he mentioned it, everyone suddenly realized that they had overlooked a lot of details about this incident.
Zhuang Weiming said casually, "The two destroyers did not travel with the patrol fleet in the first place. They were originally docked at the maintenance port for maintenance. We had to deploy them in an emergency. I don't know much about the technology, but Mr. Ting, what you said puzzles me."
Ding Meng stared at him. "Yes, I'm puzzled too. As far as I know, Planet Phoenix 3 Space Station is not a miniature space station. Hundreds of ships of all sizes enter and leave the space station every day. However, on the eve of the pirate attack, no patrol fleet stopped by the space station. It's a bit strange."
Zhuang Weiming's expression did not change. "On that day, the port was undergoing a 12-hour temporary maintenance. All ports were closed, and entry and exit were suspended. It's normal that no combat fleet stopped by."
Ding Meng said, "Maintenance is normal, but the quantum system of the space station was not maintained, was it?"
Zhuang Weiming frowned again. "What do you mean?"
Ding Meng said, "Quantum communication and quantum detection were not turned off, were they?
On the day of the attack, there were so many spaceships of the pirate fleet flying everywhere. There were hundreds of survivors. Did they fly all the way here? "
Zhuang Weiming's face darkened. He finally understood what the other party was questioning.
The pirate fleet must have carried a large number of spaceships in a single or several large starships when they suddenly broke into the nebula of KV3545. From the moment they entered to the arrival of KV303, it took at most ten to twenty minutes. If the space station did not detect their whereabouts during this period of time, no one would believe it.
Moreover, the pirate's starship must have been a high-risk object in the Federation's vision. When a high-risk object like a "bomb" suddenly appeared in the observation area, the space station did not send out any warning signal. This was too illogical.
Zhuang Weiming sighed. "This could just be a coincidence."
Ding Meng said disdainfully, "You have too many coincidences.
When the pirate fleet was coming to the nebula of KV3545, the space station happened to be under maintenance, so the patrol fleet had to continue patrolling. When the space station knew that it was the pirate fleet that entered the observation area of the Federation, the space station happened to not send out any warning signal. When the pirate fleet was killing innocent people on KV303, the space station's destroyer happened to be late. When the pirate fleet finished their evil deed and left, the space station's destroyer happened to arrive. After a symbolic tour of the sky, the space station's destroyer also went back. There are so many coincidences. Don't tell me that this is what happened … "
He had learned these details from Silman, Yu Liang, and many other survivors in the past two days. With a lot of details gathered together, Ding Meng knew the whole story better than anyone else. At this time, he stared at Ding Meng with a sharp gaze, but the conclusion he came to was sharper than the blade.
"Some disasters are natural disasters, but I'm afraid they're man-made, and they're not created by the enemy."
Zhuang Weiming's expression finally changed. "Are you questioning the Holy Grail Federation's space station?"
Compared to his surprise, Ding Meng calmed down and replied indifferently, "This is the truth. It has nothing to do with questioning."
Zhuang Weiming's expression was terrible. "How the space station should operate and how we should do our work, you're not qualified to tell me."
As soon as he said this, the atmosphere suddenly became tense. Fang Zhenghao could not help but cough softly. "Ahem, Brother Zhuang, Brother Ding is young and impetuous. He's not in a good mood, so he doesn't speak politely. Please forgive him."
Like hell I'll believe you!
Zhuang Weiming's mind was clear. This ordinary-looking young man in front of him did not look like a young man at all. He was clearly an experienced man with sharp eyes. It would be strange if he was not arranged by Fang Zhenghao.
However, even though he knew this, he could not vent his anger on Fang Zhenghao, because Ding Meng started again.
"We've been arguing here for a long time, and I only saw you repeatedly saying that you wanted to help. As for how to help, you didn't give a specific explanation. Anyway, you didn't mention a word about the Extreme Pirate Troop. Don't you think it's strange?
It's as if there's poison in this family, and you'll be poisoned to death as soon as you mention their name. According to your tone, these are not the key problems. The most important thing is that Planet Phoenix of the Holy Grail Federation did not send a military representative or a persuasive official here. Your position and official title have already explained their attitude towards this place. "
"You!"
Zhuang Weiming suddenly stood up. His face was red because Ding Meng had not only ruthlessly exposed the Federation's intentions, but also ruthlessly insulted him.
Zhuang Weiming took a deep breath and suppressed the anger in his heart. He said coldly, "I don't care what you mean. Young man, I'll give you a piece of advice. Illness comes from the mouth, and disaster comes from the mouth. Watch your mouth. That's the greatest responsibility you have for yourself."
Ding Meng also stood up. "Don't worry. You'd better remember this. Don't wait until the day I find out about the problem and come looking for you in person!"
At this time, the advanced warriors behind Zhuang Weiming could no longer be puppets. Both of them quietly began to circulate their origin energy. A wave of heat and a wave of coldness surged in the resting area.
Silman and Gulaga were frightened. They quickly pulled Ding Meng back. "Don't say too much, Brother Ding."
Although Zhuang Weiming was quite angry, he still maintained a happy expression in front of Fang Zhenghao. "Zhenghao, the matters at the space station are very busy. I'm very sorry. I have to rush back to deal with them. Please understand. I'll take my leave first."
Fang Zhenghao also had a resentful expression on his face. It was unknown whether or not he was faking it, but he replied sincerely, "Brother Zhuang, I'll send you off!"
It was only after Zhuang Weiming left and Yu Liang poured another cup of hot water that Ding Meng's mood calmed down a little.
Little Rascal also hurriedly appeared. "Hehe, Ding Meng, your eloquence has improved a lot recently. Look at that guy's flustered and exasperated appearance just now."
Ding Meng was indeed a little emotional. It was mainly because Ah Qiao's appearance in the past two days had stimulated him.
Under the dual treatment of Xueyan and the medical pod, Ah Qiao's wounds were all healed. Her mind had also returned to normal. However, after her mind returned to normal, she stayed in the break room and did not come out again. She did not eat or drink, nor did she take any nutrient solutions. She just sat there alone and cried silently.
Ding Meng and the others did not dare disturb her, afraid that they would agitate her again. However, Ah Qiao's health was not good to begin with. She could not bear to use the food and clothes that she usually ate and left them all for Little Shanzi. She looked like she was malnourished. After crying for a long time, she collapsed on the bed. When Xueyan and the others helped her recover, she was still the same. Her tears just could not stop flowing.
Ah Qiao's normal state of mind was better than her abnormal state of mind. Living in an illusion, at least it was less painful …
Ding Meng saw all of this. Every time he saw it, the anger in his heart would not be appeased. Instead, it would slowly rise.
Originally, he had also accepted Sileman's advice. "Don't be rash. When the chief commander and the people from the Federation arrive, they will naturally have an explanation."
However, he did not expect Zhuang Weiming to say such a thing. Not only could he not tolerate it, even Sileman and the others could not tolerate it.
Xiao Ai finally spoke. "Actually, from a legal point of view, the Holy Grail Federation has no obligation to send out a fleet to carry out a military operation when the Green Arrow Corps was attacked. My database shows that in the current laws of the Federation, there is no obligation to provide assistance to refugees."