The Bookworm interjected. "Battleships won't do. They can magnify, but too much and the life force will be too thin. It won't be enough to destroy the alien's genetic chain.
From what we've seen so far, mechas are the best choice.
As a result, the mechas operated by Adepts would be able to inflict the greatest amount of damage to the aliens while ensuring the survival of the mechas.
Star Division will be of great use in the fight against the aliens. "
Everyone nodded.
If Adepts became more useful in battle, Skyfire Avenue's position would rise.
The Keeper nodded. "We've already sent the report to the military, who sent it to the Northern Alliance and Western Alliance.
I'm sure they'll start building their own Adept armies. "
The Wine Master turned to Lan Jue. "Jewelry Master, you're the commander of Star Division. Tell us about the current state of the Division."
Lan Jue nodded. "Star Division has about one thousand five hundred soldiers. They're divided into four brigades based on their Disciplines. First Brigade is made up of Adepts who specialize in close-quarters combat. Second Brigade is made up of long-range and area-of-effect Adepts.
Third Brigade is made up of Adepts who specialize in reconnaissance and reconnaissance. Fourth Brigade is made up of Adepts who specialize in other disciplines. "
"Of the four brigades, Third Brigade is responsible for reconnaissance and infiltration.
Fourth Brigade is responsible for logistics and coordination.
First and Second Brigades are responsible for combat.
Ten people formed a small team.
Each squad is led by an Adept who is at least eighth level or higher.
The squad is organized into units to accumulate merit.
Rewards will be given in the form of Wealth and vital crystals. "
"Right now, Star Division's mechas are all tailored to suit the needs of their soldiers. Their Disciplines are different, so they're equipped differently.
The results are clear.
Star Division, I dare say, is the strongest in all of humanity.
We have one and a half Brigades.
We deserve to be called a Division. "
"Not long ago, we swept through the Shattered Starfields.
Zero casualties.
When we attacked Moonfiend, we found the alien planets.
Then we expanded to our current size.
In space combat, we have to deal with the total energy situation.
It couldn't compare to a Bastion or an Interstellar fleet.
But when it comes to infiltration, I'm sure Star Division is no weaker than an interstellar fleet.
With the help of the Paragons, I'm confident we can take on a Bastion ship.
After all, a Bastion ship's defenses wouldn't be able to stop us if we had Paragons. "
The Keeper chuckled. "You're a little too late for that.
After the Northern Alliance's Tyrannosaurus came under attack, all three Major League bastions are strengthening their defenses. "
Lan Jue was stunned.
He couldn't help but laugh, "This is also a good thing. A fall into the pit, a gain in your wit.
Alright, that's all I have to report. "
The Wine Master glanced at him. "To better protect Skyfire and Skyfire Avenue," he said.
Star Division will work with the military.
Together against the aliens.
I suggest that all Paragons join Star Division as well. Become a part of the Star Division.
Star Division's competitiveness would be further boosted.
Jewelry Master, as commander of Star Division, how would you arrange things for us? "
Lan Jue cursed inwardly.
This guy, he's still pushing the blame onto me.
But at this time, he was duty-bound.
He couldn't shirk the responsibility.
"I've thought about it, and I believe Paragons shouldn't be allowed to join Star Division squads.
This is because Star Division uses squads as a unit.
It doesn't matter which squad you join, it's unfair to the other squads.
Also, Paragons aren't suited for mecha suits. They're already strong enough on their own.
Therefore, I propose that all the Paragons form their own teams. They will be a team of their own.
They'll be responsible for the most important missions. "
The Wine Master looked at him with a half-smile. "That's an interesting suggestion.
I have no objections.
What do you think?
Who should be the leader? "
Lan Jue had accepted the Wine Master's gift, so she could only bite the bullet. "I can't think of a good candidate at the moment.
I don't know much about the Paragons' military training, so I'm not going to be the leader of this particular squad.
If any of you have any suggestions, that's fine.
Today, I have come to ask the Paragons for advice. "
"I have no objections," the Keeper said. "As long as I'm not assigned to any missions, I'll be fine. The Bookworm and I have a lot of research to do."
I knew it, Lan Jue thought to herself.
The Wine Master nodded. "I agree."
The other Paragons didn't have any objections.
Eight Paragons might seem like a lot, but the Keeper and Bookworm would be busy with research, and the Wine Master and Clockmaker would be away for a while.
The Pharmacist had been having some emotional problems lately.
In the end, the only Paragons Lan Jue could command were the Gourmet and the Pauper.
As for Roxanne, she wasn't even in the meeting!
Lan Jue didn't count his mother among the Paragons.
What did he have to do with his mother and father?
The Wine Master pretended not to notice. "The Clockmaker and I have some business to attend to. We're going to invite the other Paragons to join us.
In the meantime, Star Division and Skyfire Avenue's affairs will be handled by the Jewelry Master.
He'll be acting as chairman of the Skyfire Avenue Committee.
If anyone has any objections, feel free to voice them. "
It was a unanimous decision. No one objected.
Lan Jue was pleased. His character wasn't bad.
However, a small voice entered his ear, ruining his good mood.
"You really are Lei Feng!
Congratulations, Chairman.
The Wine Master has finally found someone to work for.
I think he's always wanted to be a hands-off boss. "The Coffee Master's voice was teasing.
Lan Jue's response was irritated. "Why don't you do it?"
The Coffee Master chortled. "How could I?
Your abilities are obvious to all, and we all approve of you.
You're duty-bound!
Keep up the good work, Chairman. "
The Wine Master nodded. "Jewelry Master, I've already contacted the military.
I'd like you to contact Admiral Lan Qing on An Lun. He wants us to join up with them as soon as possible. "
"Alright." Lan Jue nodded.
Star Division had been to An Lun before, but that had been for training. It had been for training, for the sake of getting stronger.
This time, however, Star Division would be joining the An Lun army. Frankly speaking, Lan Jue had a strange feeling about it.
"Wine Master, when we join the An Lun army, will we be independent, or will we be under their command?" Lan Jue asked the Wine Master.
Although he trusted Lan Qing, he was representing Star Division, and all of Skyfire Avenue. It was better to be clear.
The Wine Master explained. "We're independent.
If the An Lun army doesn't make sense, we can refuse.
But our priority is to protect the An Lun army, and Skyfire Avenue.
For the most part, we'll have to listen to the An Lun army.
I also believe that the An Lun army's Admiral Lan Qing will be able to work well with us. "
Lan Jue nodded. He trusted Lan Qing as well. What he found strange, though, was that An Lun was so far from Skyfire Avenue. Distant water couldn't quench an immediate thirst. How was he supposed to protect Skyfire Avenue?
The meeting went on to discuss other details. For example, some of the valuables on Skyfire Avenue would be moved to An Lun with the Star Division.
This was undoubtedly the best option. If Skyfire Avenue was destroyed, it would at least preserve some of the resources for Skyfire Avenue.
As a military base, An Lun was much safer than Skyfire Avenue.
When the meeting was over, Lan Jue walked over to Jun Er's side and scooped her up.
"Jun Er, have you been a good girl lately?" Lan Jue asked with a smile as he stroked her hair.
It'd been a while since they'd last seen each other, and Jun Er had grown up a little. She'd become even more beautiful, having inherited the Pharmacist's good genes.
"Jun Er's been a good girl.
She plays with the stars every day.
It's so fun.
Daddy, Jun Er's going to take you to see the stars, okay? "Jun Er's voice was full of joy.
"Sure!"
Under Jun Er's guidance, Lan Jue carried her to the Clairvoyant's room.
Opening the ancient door, the first thing they saw was the twinkling stars.
Jun Er struggled to free herself from Lan Jue's arms. A beam of starlight fell from the heavens and enveloped her, lifting her up into the air.
Under the illumination of the starlight, Jun'er looked like she was filled with a holy aura.
Lan Jue's eyes narrowed. Instinctively, he tried to sense the energy fluctuations emanating from Jun Er.
He was shocked to find that Jun 'er's aura seemed to be obscured by something, and he could not sense how strong her energy ripples were.
"Daddy, Jun 'er is already at the eighth level." Jun' er seemed to have sensed his intention and directly told him her cultivation level.
Lan Jue was shocked. It'd only been a few days, and Jun Er was already eighth level?
(To be continued)